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Information on design and facilities for sanitation, water supply, hand washing and solid waste collection.


Web LinkChild-friendly hygiene and sanitation facilities in schools

This document covers all the stages of a design project, from needs assessment to operation and maintenance. The document describes in ten points those issues that are important when dealing with children, hygiene and sanitation in the school environment and provides practical, easily accessible guidance to policy makers, programme designers and implementers at field level. By A. Mooijman (2004).

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Web LinkSanitation for primary schools in Africa

Easy-to-use tools for assessing WASH facilities in primary schools in Africa so that appropriate decisions can be made about sanitation improvements. Includes guidelines for: rehabilitating existing latrines; choosing the right type of latrine where new facilities are required; and siting latrines appropriately within a school compound. By WEDC (2008).

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Web LinkWater, sanitation and hygiene standards for schools in low-cost settings

WHO design guidelines to be used in schools in low-cost settings where simple and affordable measures can significantly improve hygiene and health. They offer a basis for creating the minimum conditions required for providing schooling in a healthy environment for schoolchildren, teachers and other staff.

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