Difference between revisions of "Tippy Tap"
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The Tippy Tap is a simple device for hand washing with running water. A container of 5 liter with a small hole near the cap is filled with water and tipped with a stick and rope tied trough a hole in the cap. As only the soap is touched with the hands, the device is very hygienic. A gravel bed is used to soak away the water and prevent mosquitos. | The Tippy Tap is a simple device for hand washing with running water. A container of 5 liter with a small hole near the cap is filled with water and tipped with a stick and rope tied trough a hole in the cap. As only the soap is touched with the hands, the device is very hygienic. A gravel bed is used to soak away the water and prevent mosquitos. | ||
| − | When the container is empty, the cap is unscrewed and the container is removed from the stick. The container is then filled again, and reassembled. | + | When the container is empty, the cap is unscrewed and the container is removed from the stick. The container is then filled again at a water pump, and reassembled. |
| + | Different models are being used, all under the name "Tippy Tap". | ||
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| valign="top" | Very affordable <br> | | valign="top" | Very affordable <br> | ||
| − | Easy to construct <br> | + | Easy to construct (can be copied locally) <br> |
| + | Uses very little water <br> | ||
Only soap is touched, therefore handwashing is very hygienic | Only soap is touched, therefore handwashing is very hygienic | ||
| valign="top" | If no soak pit is used, mud will form <br> | | valign="top" | If no soak pit is used, mud will form <br> | ||
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==Experiences in different countries== | ==Experiences in different countries== | ||
| − | In | + | <b>Mozambique</b> |
| + | In the Nampula region in Mozambique, families made 300 copies of the Tippy Tap after the NGO DAPP installed 20 examples. | ||
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| + | <b>Tanzania</b> | ||
| + | In the Southern Highlands region of Tanzania, the NGO Shipo installs examples of the Tippy Tap, after which families make copies. Most of the Tippy Taps are installed near latrines of schools. | ||
==Movies== | ==Movies== | ||
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==External links== | ==External links== | ||
| − | *[http://www.connectinternational.nl/english/smartmodules/smart-tec/hygiene/tippytap Connect International, the Netherlands.] | + | *[http://www.connectinternational.nl/english/smartmodules/smart-tec/hygiene/tippytap Connect International, the Netherlands] |
| + | *[http://www.irc.nl/page/13215 IRC] | ||
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| + | *[http://www.kwaho.org/t-tipitap.html Kenya Water for Health Organisation (KWAHO) (different model)] | ||
Revision as of 16:07, 29 August 2008
The Tippy Tap is a simple device for hand washing with running water. A container of 5 liter with a small hole near the cap is filled with water and tipped with a stick and rope tied trough a hole in the cap. As only the soap is touched with the hands, the device is very hygienic. A gravel bed is used to soak away the water and prevent mosquitos.
When the container is empty, the cap is unscrewed and the container is removed from the stick. The container is then filled again at a water pump, and reassembled.
Different models are being used, all under the name "Tippy Tap".
| Advantages | Disadvantages |
|---|---|
| Very affordable Easy to construct (can be copied locally) |
If no soak pit is used, mud will form |
Applying conditions
- Numbers: Unknown
- Countries used: Tanzania, Zambia, Mozambique and others.
- Useage:Recommended to install in schools and family houses next to the latrine.
Costs
The construction costs of the Tippy Tap are in the range of 0$ if second hand materials are used, 2-4 US$ if new materials are purchased.
Experiences in different countries
Mozambique In the Nampula region in Mozambique, families made 300 copies of the Tippy Tap after the NGO DAPP installed 20 examples.
Tanzania In the Southern Highlands region of Tanzania, the NGO Shipo installs examples of the Tippy Tap, after which families make copies. Most of the Tippy Taps are installed near latrines of schools.
