Water, Sanitation, Hygiene
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.
Water, Sanitation, Hygiene Resources
Constructing Compost Toilets
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January 1, 1982U.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
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January 1, 1982U.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
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January 1, 1982U.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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GlobalWater for the World: Methods of Improving Environmental Health Conditions
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January 1, 1982U.S. Agency for International Development
The technical note outlines several categories of diseases, as well as, specific conditions that might contribute to the transmission of the disease. In particular the focus is on water-borne, water-contact, or water-vector related diseases, and how improved environmental conditions may contribute...Read more
Operating and Maintaining Household Water Connections
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January 1, 1982U.S. Agency for International Development
Technical note provides direction for operation and maintenance of household water connections.Read more
Operating and Maintaining Hand Pumps
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January 1, 1982U.S. Agency for International Development
Technical note provides direction for proper operation and maintenance of pumping equipment to ensure long-term sustainability.Read more
UNICEF/PAHO Joint Workshop on Drinking Water and Sanitation in Rural and Urban Slum Areas, Lima, Peru, 17-22 November 1980
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December 1, 1981U.S. Agency for International Development
The purpose of the Lima Workshop sponsored by UNICEF and PAHO is to define UNICEF's activities during the International Decade on Drinking Water Supply and Sanitation. The interest is in small villages, semi-dispersed areas, and urban slum areas. Their methodology lays heavy emphasis on health...Read more
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PeruLatin America and the CaribbeanWater Supply and Sanitation in Rural Development: Proceedings of a Conference for Private and Voluntary Organizations
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December 1, 1981U.S. Agency for International Development
Document includes proceedings recorded from a WASH workshop. The Workshop, which these proceedings record, was planned to strengthen the role and contributions of U.S. Private Voluntary Organizations (PVOs) in their water and sanitation projects in developing countries.Read more
Grant Agreement and Amendments Between the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka and The United States of America for Market Town Water Supply - Jaffna
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November 1, 1981U.S. Agency for International Development
Grant agreements and relevant amendments between the United States and Sri Lanka for National Health projects.Read more
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Sri LankaSouth East AsiaCommunity Water Supply and Sanitation in Burundi: Report of an Evaluation Team
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October 1, 1981U.S. Agency for International Development
USAID evaluation team visited Burundi to examine the UNICEF rural water and sanitation project in the context of the priorities and resources of the country, donors, and USAID. Evaluation questions revolve around the viability of this project as a vehicle for coverage of the rural population with...Read more
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BurundiSub-Saharan AfricaDon't see what you're looking for? You can search USWP member sites, request a resource, or contact the USWP.