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Table 1 Distribution of participating households by latrine life-cycle stage

From: Advantages and limitations for users of double pit pour-flush latrines: a qualitative study in rural Bangladesh

Stage

Approximate duration of use (months)

No. of households

Description of life-cycle stage

1

3–6

9

Install latrine and use first pit

2

7–12

6

Switch to second pit and use second pit

3

13–18+

3

Recycle decomposed excreta and switch back to first pit (or any subsequent switch)