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How tos

Most elements of construction are known to our local masons. In fact they are more familiar with local conditions and with local construction methods. The only thing to be kept in mind is that the lining for the pits, and chambers must keep be according to the type of latrine. And soil conditions and water table level decide many elements of the structure.

Otherwise, the slab is common to all construction, and the chimney has to be higher than the roof.

The main elements of the toilet structure are



In this section we look at those elements of construction particular to toilets taken from How to construct a brick VIP latrine, by Nicholas Greenacre. African Medical & Research Foundation

[C.eldoc1/d70d/how-to-construct-VIP-latrine.pdf]



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