“VIP toilets are installed in each household‚ they come with a ventilation system which assists with reducing odour. A hole that is 1.2 metres deep is dug before the toilet is installed to ensure that the toilet does not need to be de-sludged on a daily basis. In fact it can take up to a year before a VIP toilet needs to be de-sludged depending how many people live in that household.
These toilets also come with a potty seat that is suitable for children to use‚ a hand-washing basin and users are able to lock the toilet after each use for security.”
He added that before a project was handed over to a community‚ Johannesburg Water would teach residents about the proper use of the new sanitation facilities.
“These concrete slab structures‚ will provide dignity and improve the lives of these residents. Johannesburg Water is committed to provide quality water and sanitation services to all and we hope members of the communities will protect the infrastructure provided and ensure its longevity‚” said De Jager.