disaster 5th 1108_5th ed 2011 - Homeland Security and Emergency ...
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TIPS ON SANITATION OF HUMAN WASTE<br />
In <strong>disaster</strong> situations, plumbing may not be usable due to broken sewer or<br />
water lines, flooding, or freezing of the system. To avoid the spread of<br />
disease, it is critical that human waste be h<strong>and</strong>l<strong>ed</strong> in a sanitary manner!<br />
Did you know…<br />
… one gram (0.035 oz) of human feces can contain 10 million viruses,<br />
1 million bacteria, 1,000 parasite cysts, <strong>and</strong> 100 parasite eggs! 8<br />
IF TOILET OKAY BUT LINES ARE NOT…<br />
If water or sewer lines are damag<strong>ed</strong> but toilet is still intact, you should line<br />
the toilet bowl with a plastic bag to collect waste… but DO NOT flush the<br />
toilet!! After use, add a small amount of disinfectant to bag, remove <strong>and</strong><br />
seal bag (with a twist tie if reusing), <strong>and</strong> place bag in a tightly cover<strong>ed</strong><br />
container away from people to r<strong>ed</strong>uce smell.<br />
IF TOILET IS UNUSABLE…<br />
If toilet is destroy<strong>ed</strong>, a plastic bag in a bucket may be substitut<strong>ed</strong>. (Some<br />
companies make plastic buckets with snap-on lids.) After use, add a small<br />
amount of disinfectant to the bag, <strong>and</strong> seal or cover bucket.<br />
DISINFECTANTS - easy <strong>and</strong> effective for home use in Sanitation of<br />
Human Waste. Choose one to store with your Disaster Supplies Kit:<br />
Chlorine Bleach - If water is available, a solution of 1 part liquid household<br />
bleach to 10 parts water is best. DO NOT use dry bleach since it can<br />
burn you, corrode or dissolve things so not safe for this kind of use.<br />
Calcium hypochlorite - (e.g. HTH, etc.) Available in swimming pool<br />
supply or hardware stores <strong>and</strong> several large discount stores. It can be us<strong>ed</strong><br />
in solution by mixing, then storing. Follow directions on the package.<br />
Portable toilet chemicals - These come in both liquid <strong>and</strong> dry formulas<br />
<strong>and</strong> are available at recreational vehicle (RV) supply stores. Use according<br />
to package directions. These chemicals are design<strong>ed</strong> especially for toilets<br />
that are not connect<strong>ed</strong> to sewer lines.<br />
Powder<strong>ed</strong>, chlorinat<strong>ed</strong> lime - Available at some building supply stores. It<br />
can be us<strong>ed</strong> dry <strong>and</strong> be sure to get chlorinat<strong>ed</strong> lime - not quick lime.<br />
There are also several types of portable toilets <strong>and</strong> sanitation products that<br />
range from fairly low dollars to hundr<strong>ed</strong>s of dollars. Or get a small shovel<br />
so you can at least dig a hole or latrine outside like campers do.<br />
www.itsa<strong>disaster</strong>.net or call 1-888-999-4325<br />
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