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.

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".


The Tippy Tap
The Tippy Tap in use

History and social context

Suitable conditions

Recommended to install in schools and family houses next to the latrine.

Advantages Disadvantages/limitations
Very affordable

Easy to construct (can be copied locally) Uses very little water Only soap is touched, therefore handwashing is very hygienic

If no soak pit is used, mud will form

If installed near a school, someone must be responsible for filling the container


Technical specification

Operation

Maintenance

Manufacturing

Estimated Lifespan

Cost

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.

Country experiences

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.

Zambia
Some 100 are in use in Zambia, Monze region. More follow-up needed. Sometimes a problem with acquiring good containers.

Manuals

How to make a Tippy Tap, Construction manual

Movies

How to make a Tippy Tap

External Links

References

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