Table 2 Observed completion and deviations of construction BVIP latrines (n = 191)
Observed characteristic | Yes (n, %) | No (n, %) |
|---|---|---|
Is the latrine functional? a | 186 (97.38) | 5 (2.62) |
Is the interior floor hygienic? b | 143 (74.87) | 48 (25.13) |
Are there openings/cracks on the superstructure? | 29 (15.18) | 162 (84.82) |
Is there a concrete slab? | 191 (100) | 0 |
Is the pit built with fired bricks and cement? | 191 (100) | 0 |
Is there a roof (concrete/asbestos/zinc/thatch? | 140 (73.30) | 51 (26.70) |
Is there a vent pipe (PVC/brick)? | 121 (63.35) | 70 (36.65) |
Does the vent pipe have a fly screen? | 92 (48.17) | 99 (51.83) |
Does the entrance face the windward direction? | 172 (90.05) | 19 (9.95) |
Are there trees around the latrine? | 38 (19.90) | 153 (80.10) |
Is the latrine interior semi-dark? | 113 (59.16) | 78 (40.84) |
Is there a handwashing facility (attached/within 3Â m)? | 105 (54.97) | 86 (45.03) |