Picture this: you’re working the overnight shift with just one coworker, and he insists on using the women’s restroom. No big deal, right? But what if he leaves a disgusting mess behind every time, and you’re the one getting blamed for it? That’s the predicament our heroine finds herself in. Read on to find out how this seemingly harmless situation turned into a potential career-ruining disaster. ♀️
The Overnight Shift Dilemma

A Restroom Quirk

No Problem, Right?

The Messy Truth

A Plea for Cleanliness

Taking Matters into Her Own Hands

The Blame Game

A Potential Solution

The Fear of Misunderstanding

A Simple Wish

The Ultimate Question

The Restroom Conundrum: A Career on the Line?
Our heroine is stuck in a messy situation – literally. Her coworker insists on using the women’s restroom, leaving it in a disgusting state every time. She’s tried asking him to clean up, but to no avail. With her manager blaming her for the mess, she’s faced with a tough decision: should she tell the truth and risk being labeled as homophobic or transphobic? Or should she continue to clean up after her coworker and take the blame? Let’s see what the internet thinks of this sticky situation…
Gay coworker using women’s restroom to avoid blame. NTA response.

Honesty is the best policy. Don’t bring gender/sexuality into it.

Suggest gender-neutral toilets to the manager to avoid blame game

Stand up for yourself and report the messy co-worker

Supportive comment against transphobia and advice to report offender.

Cleanliness is next to professionalism.
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Suggest informing without judgement to avoid trans/homophobia accusations

Cleanliness is next to professionalism. NTA, snitch if necessary.

Stick to the facts and address the issue, not the person.

Report him, being gay isn’t an excuse for trashing restrooms

Be a decent human and clean up after yourself

Stand up for yourself and hold others accountable
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Employee gives NTA advice on workplace restroom etiquette

Gender-neutral bathroom solution proposed with consideration for coworker’s feelings

Clean up after yourself, regardless of the bathroom you use!

Homophobic comment suggests blaming victim, report to manager immediately.

Lazy sexist coworker using women’s restroom and taking advantage of coworker.

NTA’s comment highlights unprofessional conduct of coworker using wrong restroom.

Blame game at workplace restroom? Keep it gender-neutral, NTA suggests.

When the wrong restroom causes a workplace dilemma

Taking responsibility or passing the buck?

User expresses frustration with gender politics in workplace bathroom incident.

Defending against blame for a messy restroom, NTA

Don’t be the a**hole, but make it clear you’re bothered

Supportive comment calling out a messy coworker.

NTA. Tell your manager ASAP. This isn’t about identity.

Gender identity ≠ Sexual orientation. NTA!

Report away NTA for calling out workplace misconduct
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Calling out homophobia in the workplace restroom.

Gender identity trumps sexuality in restroom use. NTA
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Encouraging NTA comment, suggests documenting coworker’s bathroom mess for proof.

Gay commenter calls out inappropriate behavior in women’s restroom. NTA.

Employee avoids cleaning by using women’s restroom, NTA for reporting.

Employee defends using men’s bathroom, calls out lazy boss.

Concerns raised about coworker’s behavior in women’s restroom.

Curious comment on restroom usage sparks discussion on gender identity

Gender-neutral bathroom becomes a nightmare. NTA for complaining.

Gendered restrooms can be a nightmare for LGBTQ+ individuals

Cleaning the women’s restroom is not your job, NTA. Rat him out

Clear and concise explanation of the situation.

User defends OP’s concern over messy bathroom with sass.

Respectful restroom use is not a gender issue. NTA.

Gender-neutral restrooms can prevent uncomfortable situations and accusations.

NTA. Coworker’s bathroom mess is unacceptable. Report and confront them.

Report him! NTA for not tolerating his messy behavior

Remind coworker to clean up, he shouldn’t be in women’s room

Coworker’s homophobic comment causes workplace nightmare. NTA stands up.

Gender and sexuality don’t excuse making a mess. NTA.

Stand up for yourself and report him. NTA

Addressing bathroom etiquette without gender identity.

Report disgusting behavior, not sexual orientation. NTA

Standing up to bad behavior is not causing trouble. NTA

Employee faces backlash for coworker’s disgusting behavior in wrong restroom

Transgender bathroom debate sparks fear of hate crime accusations.

Gender-neutral language can avoid workplace restroom conflict

Unisex bathrooms can be a nightmare, NTA for reporting Joe

Stand up for yourself and report the issue professionally.

NTA commenter advocates for clean and respectful restrooms for all

Suggest using men’s room to avoid coworker’s mess. Good idea!

User defends themselves against blame for messy restroom incident.
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NTA and advised to seek professional help for being a doormat.

Gender-neutral restrooms could solve this awkward workplace situation

Don’t be his maid! NTA and not homophobic

Supportive comment advocating for gender neutral bathrooms with helpful advice.
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Cleaning up after someone else’s mess is not okay!

Don’t cover for him, it’s not your responsibility ♀️

Gender-neutral bathrooms: NTA takes responsibility for their own mess.

Gender identity confusion leads to uncomfortable workplace situations

NTA. Address the issue of cleanliness with boss directly.

Stand up for yourself and call out the filth. NTA

Stand up for yourself and be accountable. NTA

Enby commenter supports NTA’s complaint about messy coworker’s restroom use.

Last Updated on February 17, 2024 by Diply Social Team