This set of resources is grounded in practical experience from the GIZ-implemented Sanitation for Millions project regarding sustainable operation and maintenance (O&M) of WASH infrastructure. The approaches, tools, and materials included were developed and successfully implemented on the ground across multiple partner countries. The documentation is based on feedback processes involving project partners and local staff, ensuring their effectiveness in different project contexts.

Through targeted capacity development measures, institutions can foster a culture of cleanliness, hygiene, and health. This implementation package empowers institutions to tackle repair needs swiftly and implement preventive measures against infectious diseases. Central to this approach is the development of human capacity. Through specialized trainings, caretakers are equipped with the skills and motivation to address technical challenges effectively, thus enhancing livelihoods and fostering economic growth. Impact extends beyond individual institutions.

By partnering with national training authorities, the adoption of the methods at a broader scale is facilitated, contributing to national standards and certifications. By integrating sanitation safety planning and optimizing appropriate O&M mechanisms of off-site infrastructure, environmental sustainability and public health on a larger scale is promoted.

It is important to note that this set of resources does not aim to provide universal solutions to all challenges related to operation and maintenance in the sanitation sector. Rather, it presents a curated set of field-tested materials and insights. These are intended to inform, guide, and complement the work of projects and practitioners, supporting context-specific adaptation and further development.

The set of resources consists of a master document (“Master Document - Operation and Maintenance of Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Infrastructure in Public Institutions”) that provides an overview and guides the user with key information, and annexes (“OM-…”) which contain practical materials derived from project implementation, such as terms of reference, questionnaires, manuals, and guidance documents.

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Sanitation for Millions (2024). Set of Resources: Operation and Maintenance of Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Infrastructure in Public Institutions Sanitation for Millions

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