Female transport workers have been forced to hold in their urine, remove tampons next to their vehicles or use buckets to relieve themselves due to filthy, unsafe unisex bathroom facilities.

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A union survey found three quarters of women working in the industry across the country reported suffering health issues because they cannot access clean, safe or private toilets while on shift.

The Rail, Tram and Bus Union (RTBU) surveyed 821 women who work in transport for their report titled "It's a Bloody Mess", and found three in four reported suffering health problems such as urinary tract infections, dehydration or stress.

Brisbane bus driver Jeraldine Graham said she planned her shift around where she could safely or comfortably use a toile

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