— special attention should be given to how water is handled after collection at the standpost, to prevent the water from subsequently becoming contaminated.
===Field experiences===
The following projects utilize standposts or tapstands.
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===Acknowledgements===
* Brikke, François, and Bredero, Maarten. ''[http://www.who.int/water_sanitation_health/hygiene/om/linkingintro.pdf Linking technology choice with operation and maintenance in the context of community water supply and sanitation: A reference document for planners and project staff]''. World Health Organization and IRC Water and Sanitation Centre. Geneva, Switzerland 2003.