17. Water disposal
For the toilet (latrine):
[Read the options and circle one code]
[] 1 Is there a direct flush system
[] 2 Do you flush it with a bucket of water
[] 3 Water cannot be flushed
17. Water disposal
This question asks whether the toilet or latrine used by the dwelling occupants runs on water to evacuate the human waste (feces and urine). This question also specifies if the water is discharged through a lever, chain, button, or pedal (direct discharge), or if the water is emptied manually with a bucket or pail by the occupants. Read the question and all options and circle the code corresponding to the response of the informant.
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The option "water cannot be flushed" refers to facilities that do not use water to evacuate the waste. They can be latrines, wells, pits, or dry composting toilets.