Ordering bedding for a labour camp comes down to one core question: how much do you actually need per worker? Under-ordering means shortages and rush orders; over-ordering ties up budget in stock you don’t need yet. Here’s a simple way to calculate it.
Step 1: Count beds, not workers
Start from the number of beds, not headcount, since bedding needs are per-bed regardless of occupancy changes. Add a 5–10% buffer for damaged or lost items and future capacity.
Step 2: Decide sheet sets per bed
For labour camps, 2 sheet sets per bed is a reasonable minimum — one in use, one in the wash. If your laundry cycle is slower than 48 hours, consider 3 sets to avoid gaps.
Step 3: One blanket per bed, sized by season
Most camps need one blanket per bed as a baseline, with lighter blankets in summer-facing rooms and heavier ones for units without strong air conditioning or heating in winter. Some facility managers keep a light and heavy blanket in rotation per bed across seasons.
Step 4: One to two pillows per bed
A single pillow per bed is standard; some camps provide two for added comfort, particularly in longer-stay accommodation where worker retention is a priority.
Step 5: Add a buffer stock
Keep 5–10% extra of each item in storage to cover damage, loss, and new arrivals without needing an emergency reorder.
Example for 200 beds:
- Bed sheets: 200 beds × 2 sets = 400 sets (+ 20 buffer = 420)
- Blankets: 200 beds × 1 = 200 (+ 15 buffer = 215)
- Pillows: 200 beds × 1–2 = 200–400 (+ buffer as needed)