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'''A Dry Toilet is a toilet that operates without water. The Dry Toilet may be a raised pedestal that the user can sit on, or a squat pan that the user squats over. In both cases, excreta (both urine and faeces) fall through a drop hole.'''
 
'''A Dry Toilet is a toilet that operates without water. The Dry Toilet may be a raised pedestal that the user can sit on, or a squat pan that the user squats over. In both cases, excreta (both urine and faeces) fall through a drop hole.'''
  
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Here, a Dry Toilet refers specifically to the device that the user sits or squats over. In other literature, a Dry Toilet may refer to a variety of technologies, or combinations of technologies (especially pits).
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In this compendium, a dry toilet refers specifically to the device over which the user sits or squats. In other literature, a dry toilet may refer to a variety of technologies, or combinations of technologies (especially pits).
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[[Image:dry_toilet.png|thumb|right|150px|[[Dry toilet |Dry toilet]], in Mexico (for credits, click the picture)]]
 
  
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[[Image:slatsanc.jpg|thumb|right|150px|[[Dry toilet |SanPlat]]-type dry toilet. (for credits, click the picture)]]
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[[Image:dry_toilet.png|thumb|right|200px|Dry toilet, in Mexico]]
  
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The Dry Toilet is usually placed over a pit; if two pits are used, the pedestal or slab should be designed in such a way that it can be lifted and moved from one pit to another.
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[[Image:slatsanc.jpg|thumb|right|200px|SanPlat-type dry toilet.]]
  
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The slab or pedestal base should be well sized to the pit so that it is both safe for the user and prevents stormwater from infiltrating the pit (which may cause it to overflow).
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===Design Considerations===
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The dry toilet is usually placed over a pit; if two pits are used, the pedestal or slab should be designed in such a way that it can be lifted and moved from one pit to another. The slab or pedestal base should be well sized to the pit so that it is both safe for the user and prevents stormwater from infiltrating the pit (which may cause it to overflow). The hole can be closed with a lid to prevent unwanted intrusion from insects or rodents. Pedestals and squatting slabs can be made locally with concrete (providing that sand and cement are available). Fibreglass, porcelain and stainless steel versions may also be available. Wooden or metal moulds can be used to produce several units quickly and efficiently.
  
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- Does not require a constant source of water.<br> - Can be built and repaired with locally available materials.<br> - Low capital and operating costs.<br> - Suitable for all types of users (sitters, squatters, washers, wipers)
 
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- Does not require a constant source of water.<br>
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- Can be built and repaired with locally available materials.<br>
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- Low capital and operating costs.<br>
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- Suitable for all types of users (sitters, squatters, washers, wipers)
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- Odours are normally noticeable (even if the vault or pit used to collect excreta is equipped with a vent pipe).<br>
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- The excreta pile is visible, except where a deep pit is used.
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- Vectors such as flies are hard to control unless fly traps and appropriate covers are used.
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==Adequacy==
 
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Dry Toilets are easy for almost everyone to use. Because there is no need to separate urine and faeces, they are often the most physically comfortable and natural option.
 
  
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Pedestals and squatting slabs can be made locally with concrete (providing that sand and cement are available). Wooden or metal molds can be used to produce several units quickly and efficiently. When dry toilets are made locally, they can be specially designed to meet the needs of the target users (e.g. smaller ones for children). Fibreglass, porcelain and stainless steel versions may also be available. They are appropriate for almost every climate.
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===Appropriateness===
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Dry toilets are easy for almost everyone to use though special consideration may need to be made for elderly or disabled users who may have
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difficulty. When dry toilets are made locally, they can be specially designed to meet the needs of the target users (e.g., smaller ones for children). Because there is no need to separate urine and faeces, they are often the simplest and physically most comfortable option.
  
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==Health Aspects / Acceptance==
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===Health Aspects/Acceptance===  
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Squatting is a natural position for many people and so a well-kept squatting slab may be the most acceptable option.
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Squatting is a natural position for many people and so a well-kept squatting slab may be the most acceptable option. Since dry toilets do not have a water seal, odours may be a problem depending on the Collection and Storage/Treatment technology connected to them.
  
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Since Dry Toilets do not have a water seal, odours may be a problem depending on the Collection and Storage/ Treatment technology to which it is connected.
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===Operation & Maintenance===
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The sitting or standing surface should be kept clean and dry to prevent pathogen/ disease transmission and to limit odours. There are no mechanical parts; therefore, the dry toilet should not need repairs except in the event that it cracks.
  
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==Maintenance==
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=== Manuals, videos, and links ===
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The sitting or standing surface should be kept clean and dry to prevent pathogen/disease transmission and to limit odours.
 
  
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There are no mechanical parts and so the Dry Toilet should not need repairs except in the event that it cracks.
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* [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GLJj8RB02NY Dry toilet] Demonstration of SanPlat system.
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== Movie ==
 
  
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* [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GLJj8RB02NY Dry toilet] Demonstration of SanPlat system.
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* [https://sanplat.com/ SanPlat-type dry toilets].
  
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== Manual - How to build ==
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* [https://www.wsp.org/hwws-toolkit/hwws-tk-home Handwashing with Soap Toolkit]
  
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* [http://www.sanplat.com/sharewar.htm http://www.sanplat.com/sharewar.htm] Manual for building SanPlat-type dry toilets.
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===References===
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* Brandberg, B. (1997). [https://www.ircwash.org/resources/latrine-building-handbook-implementing-sanplat-system Latrine Building. A Handbook for Implementation of the Sanplat System]. Intermediate Technology Publications, London, UK. pp. 55-77. (Describes how to build a squatting slab and the moulds for the frame, footrests, spacers, etc.)
  
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==Acknowledgements==
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* CAWST (2011). [http://https://sswm.info/sites/default/files/reference_attachments/CAWST%202011%20Introduction%20to%20Low%20Cost%20Sanitation.pdf Introduction to Low Cost Sanitation. Latrine Construction. A CAWST Construction Manual.] Centre for Affordable Water and Sanitation Technologies (CAWST), Calgary, CA. (Very detailed construction manual for different slab designs)<br>
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==References and external links==
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* Morgan, P. R. (2007). [http://http://www.ecosanres.org/pdf_files/ToiletsThatMakeCompost.pdf Toilets That Make Compost. Low-Cost, Sanitary Toilets That Produce Valuable Compost for Crops in an African Context]. Stockholm Environment Institute, Stockholm, SE.] (Excellent description of how to make support rings and squatting slabs (pp. 7-35) and pedestals (pp. 39-43) using only sand, cement, plastic sheeting and wire)<br>
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* Brandberg, B. (1997). [http://developmentbookshop.com/product_info.php?products_id=299 Latrine Building. A Handbook for Implementation of the Sanplat System]. Intermediate Technology Publications, London. pp 55–77 (Describes how to build a squatting slab and the moulds for the frame, footrests, spacers, etc.)
 
  
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* Morgan, P. (2007). [http://www.ecosanres.org/toilets_that_make_compost.htm Toilets That Make Compost: Low-cost, sanitary toilets that produce valuable compost for crops in an African context]. Stockholm Environment Institute, Sweden. (Excellent description of how to make support rings and squatting slabs (pages 7–35) and pedestals (39–43) using only sand, cement, plastic sheeting and wire.) Available: www.ecosanres.org
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* Morgan, P. R. (2009). [http://http://www.ecosanres.org/pdf_files/EcologicalToilets-PeterMorgan-Mar2009.pdf Ecological Toilets. Start Simple and Upgrade from Arborloo to VIP]. Stockholm Environment Institute, Stockholm, SE.]<br>
  
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* Squatting plates [http://www.sanplat.com www.sanplat.com ]
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* Reed, B. (2012). [https://wedc-knowledge.lboro.ac.uk/resources/booklets/G005-Latrine-slabs-online.pdf An Engineer’s Guide to Latrine Slabs]. WEDC, Loughborough University, Leicestershire, UK. (Comprehensive guide with key information and checklists for design, construction and maintenance)<br>
  
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* Netherlands Water Partnership (NWP) (2006). [http://www.irc.nl/page/28448 Smart Sanitation Solutions. Examples of innovative, low-cost technologies for toilets, collection, transportation, treatment and use of sanitation products]. NWP, Netherlands. (Provides country specific data and links for further information.)
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Applicable to systems:
1, 2
Inputs
Urine, Faeces, Anal Cleansing Water, Dry Cleansing Materials
Outputs
Excreta, Anal Cleansing Water, Dry Cleansing Materials

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A Dry Toilet is a toilet that operates without water. The Dry Toilet may be a raised pedestal that the user can sit on, or a squat pan that the user squats over. In both cases, excreta (both urine and faeces) fall through a drop hole.

In this compendium, a dry toilet refers specifically to the device over which the user sits or squats. In other literature, a dry toilet may refer to a variety of technologies, or combinations of technologies (especially pits).

Dry toilet, in Mexico
SanPlat-type dry toilet.

Design Considerations

The dry toilet is usually placed over a pit; if two pits are used, the pedestal or slab should be designed in such a way that it can be lifted and moved from one pit to another. The slab or pedestal base should be well sized to the pit so that it is both safe for the user and prevents stormwater from infiltrating the pit (which may cause it to overflow). The hole can be closed with a lid to prevent unwanted intrusion from insects or rodents. Pedestals and squatting slabs can be made locally with concrete (providing that sand and cement are available). Fibreglass, porcelain and stainless steel versions may also be available. Wooden or metal moulds can be used to produce several units quickly and efficiently.


Advantages Disadvantages

- Does not require a constant source of water.
- Can be built and repaired with locally available materials.
- Low capital and operating costs.
- Suitable for all types of users (sitters, squatters, washers, wipers)

- Odours are normally noticeable (even if the vault or pit used to collect excreta is equipped with a vent pipe).
- The excreta pile is visible, except where a deep pit is used. - Vectors such as flies are hard to control unless fly traps and appropriate covers are used.


Appropriateness

Dry toilets are easy for almost everyone to use though special consideration may need to be made for elderly or disabled users who may have difficulty. When dry toilets are made locally, they can be specially designed to meet the needs of the target users (e.g., smaller ones for children). Because there is no need to separate urine and faeces, they are often the simplest and physically most comfortable option.

Health Aspects/Acceptance

Squatting is a natural position for many people and so a well-kept squatting slab may be the most acceptable option. Since dry toilets do not have a water seal, odours may be a problem depending on the Collection and Storage/Treatment technology connected to them.

Operation & Maintenance

The sitting or standing surface should be kept clean and dry to prevent pathogen/ disease transmission and to limit odours. There are no mechanical parts; therefore, the dry toilet should not need repairs except in the event that it cracks.

Manuals, videos, and links

References

  • Reed, B. (2012). An Engineer’s Guide to Latrine Slabs. WEDC, Loughborough University, Leicestershire, UK. (Comprehensive guide with key information and checklists for design, construction and maintenance)

Acknowledgements

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The material on this page was adapted from:

Elizabeth Tilley, Lukas Ulrich, Christoph Lüthi, Philippe Reymond and Christian Zurbrügg (2014). Compendium of Sanitation Systems and Technologies, published by Sandec, the Department of Water and Sanitation in Developing Countries of Eawag, the Swiss Federal Institute of Aquatic Science and Technology, Dübendorf, Switzerland.

The 2nd edition publication is available in English. French and Spanish are yet to come.

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