A good trap should have effective seal of
• The trap: Is a bent pipe in sanitary latrine, about 7.5 cms in diameter and connected with the pan
Trap is a ‘Water seal’: it holds water; prevents access by flies and suppresses the nuisance from smell
Depth of water seal in RCA sanitary latrine: 2 cms (¾ inch)
Water seal in sanitary latrine is an example of ‘Sanitation barrier.’
2.5 cm
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