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According to the Centers for Disease Control, global access to safe water, adequate sanitation, and proper hygiene education can reduce illness and death from disease, leading to improved health, poverty reduction, and socio-economic development. However, many countries are challenged to provide these basic necessities to their populations, leaving people at risk for water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH)-related diseases. Resources available within this theme offer information on providing access to safe water and appropriate sanitation facilities, and introducing sound hygiene behaviors.

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Operating and Maintaining a Biogas System

Published: 
January 1, 1982
U.S. Agency for International Development
This technical note describes how to operate and maintain a biogas system. A biogas system is a means of digesting animal manure anaerobically to produce methane gas which is burned to provide heat or light. The system consists of one or more digester tanks, a gas holder, an arrangement of gas...Read more

Designing a Solid Waste Collection System

Published: 
January 1, 1982
U.S. Agency for International Development
This technical note describes how to design a composting system and arrive at the essential end-products. A composting system is a means of turning garbage, animal manure, other organic wastes, and, in some cases, excreta into compost. Designing a composting system involves determining the method...Read more

Constructing Slabs for Privies

Published: 
January 1, 1982
U.S. Agency for International Development
This technical note describes each step in constructing a slab. The slab is the floor of the privy. It covers the pit and has a hole through which to defecate. Constructing a slab involved assembling materials, tools, and labor, and building either a squatting slab or a sitting slab (seat &...Read more

Constructing Privy Shelters

Published: 
January 1, 1982
U.S. Agency for International Development
A privy shelter is a screen or structure that gives the person using the privy privacy. Depending on the design, a shelter can protect the user from the weather and keep out flies, rats, scavenging dogs, and other pests. Constructing a privy shelter involves assembling necessary labor, materials,...Read more

Operating and Maintaining a Landfill

Published: 
January 1, 1982
U.S. Agency for International Development
This technical note describes how to operate and maintain a landfill. A landfill is a means of disposing of solid waste by burying it. This prevents contamination of water supplies and breeding of flies and rats which may spread disease to people in the community. Operating a landfill involves...Read more

Constructing Compost Toilets

Published: 
January 1, 1982
U.S. Agency for International Development
This technical note describes each step in constructing a compost toilet. A compost toilet consists of a pair of waterproof vaults that receive excreta, ashes, sawdust, straw and grass. Each vault is equipped with a slab for defecating, a rear opening for removing compost, and a hole for a vent...Read more

Constructing a Ground Level Storage Tank

Published: 
January 1, 1982
U.S. Agency for International Development
Technical note provides guidance on constructing a ground level storage tank. For effective water storage and water system operation, ground level storage tanks should be built for sufficient, and even excess, capacity and must be watertight to prevent leakage. This technical note discusses the...Read more

Designing an Elevated Storage Tank

Published: 
January 1, 1982
U.S. Agency for International Development
Technical note provides guidance on designing an elevated storage tank. Elevated storage tanks are used to deliver water either through large distribution systems or through standpipes located at or near the source or at other communal watering points. Elevated storage tanks are used where ground...Read more
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Operating and Maintaining Household Water Connections

Published: 
January 1, 1982
U.S. Agency for International Development
Technical note provides direction for operation and maintenance of household water connections.Read more

Operating and Maintaining Hand Pumps

Published: 
January 1, 1982
U.S. Agency for International Development
Technical note provides direction for proper operation and maintenance of pumping equipment to ensure long-term sustainability.Read more

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