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close this book Public health technician in precarious situation
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View the document A. Excreta disposal
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View the document C. Collection and disposal of refuse
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II - Sanitation

This chapter describes the health risks created by inadequate sanitation. It suggests some simple techniques for disposal of excreta, wastewater and refuse, which improve environmental sanitation and thus create "sanitary barriers".

A. Excreta disposal

B. Removal and treatment of wastewater

C. Collection and treatment of refuse

D. Technical beefs