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===Adequacy===
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.
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.
===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 to which it is connected.
===Maintenance===
The sitting or standing surface should be kept clean and dry to prevent pathogen/disease transmission and to limit odours.
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===References===
* 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.)
* 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.)
===Acknowledgements===
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