WEDC Guide No. 22: An introduction to pit latrines

Any discussion of on-site sanitation must start with pit latrines. This is because they are one of the oldest forms of formal sanitation in the world and for many they are still the best. This guide introduces the types of pit latrines that are commonly used in low-income communities and the factors...

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Main Authors: Bob Reed, Rod Shaw, Kay Davey
Format: Default Text
Published: 2014
Subjects:
Free Basic Sanitation
Latrine fittings
Latrines
On-site sanitation
Pit latrines
Simple pit latrine
Online Access:https://hdl.handle.net/2134/31133
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Summary:Any discussion of on-site sanitation must start with pit latrines. This is because they are one of the oldest forms of formal sanitation in the world and for many they are still the best. This guide introduces the types of pit latrines that are commonly used in low-income communities and the factors that will help determine which type is most suitable for any given circumstance. Detailed information about particular designs is presented in further guides in this series.© WEDC, Loughborough University, 2014Author: Bob Reed Quality assurance: Rebecca ScottEdited and illustrated by Rod Shaw and Kay DaveyDesigned and produced by WEDC Publications

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