This note describes construction features that can eliminate or greatly reduce insect populations in latrines, especially ventilated improved pit (VIP) latrines.
| Title | Health aspects of latrine construction |
| Publication Type | Miscellaneous |
| Year of Publication | 1991 |
| Authors | Carroll, RF |
| Secondary Title | Overseas building note |
| Volume | 196 |
| Pagination | 7 p.: fig. |
| Date Published | 1991-01-01 |
| Publisher | Building Research Establishment |
| Place Published | Watford, UK |
| Keywords | cab91/4, construction, guidelines, insect control, insecticides, pour flush latrines, ventilated improved pit latrines |
| Abstract | This note describes construction features that can eliminate or greatly reduce insect populations in latrines, especially ventilated improved pit (VIP) latrines. The features mentioned include a properly installed and maintained ventilation pipe with an insect screen, and the sealing of access covers and floor slabs. Although the regular use of insecticides is not recommended, several common types are described. |
| Notes | Includes references |
| Custom 1 | 303, 321.4 |
