Difference between revisions of "Tippy Tap"
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| + | ==Applying conditions== | ||
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| + | <li><b>Numbers:</b> Unknown</li> | ||
| + | <li><b>Countries used:</b> Tanzania, Zambia, Mozambique and others.</li> | ||
| + | <li><b>Useage:</b>Recommended to install in schools and family houses next to the latrine.</li> | ||
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| + | ==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. | ||
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| + | ==Experiences in different countries== | ||
| + | In Njombe, Tanzania, families copied the Tippy Tap after the NGO SHIPO installed examples. | ||
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| + | ==Movies== | ||
| + | * [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P-Lk-GJtTbM How to make a Tippy Tap] | ||
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| + | ==Construction manual== | ||
| + | * [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P-Lk-GJtTbM How to make a Tippy Tap, Construction manual] | ||
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Revision as of 15:49, 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.
| Advantages | Disadvantages |
|---|---|
| very affordable Easy to construct |
If no soak pit is used, mud will form |
Contents
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
In Njombe, Tanzania, families copied the Tippy Tap after the NGO SHIPO installed examples.
