Technical Report - WASH Project in Region 6

WASH
TECHNICAL REPORT
ASSESSMENT OF WASH FACILITIES IN SCHOOLS
INTEGRATED AND SUSTAINABLE WASH PROJECTS
REGION 6 – PROVINCE OF ILOILO & GUIMARAS
PHILIPPINE RED CROSS

Project supported by the Korean Red Cross
Prepared by Engr. King Melchor Sison
Introduction
One of the aims of the PRC WASH Unit, is to empower and equip the PRC chapters in
delivering proactive ideas and sustainable programs for the organization as well as to the target
communities.
On September 2018, the PRC in partnership with the Korean Red Cross (KNRC) conducted a
turn-over ceremony of the Carles Birthing Clinic together with the Local Government of
Carles. The project was part of the Phase 2 project under Typhoon Haiyan Operations in
Municipality of Carles, Iloilo.
The newly constructed Carles Birthing Clinic adheres to the mission of the PRC to provide a
sustained and effective humanitarian service committed to build resilient communities.
Moreover, the said activity further strengthens the partnership of PRC-KNRC which opened
another opportunity by mutual agreement of both organizations to utilize the remaining fund
and allocate to the proposed Integrated Sustainable WASH Program and Capacity
Enhancement project in Iloilo and Guimaras.
The project goal is to contribute to improved water and sanitation, hygiene promotion, gender
equality and well-being of at least 8 schools and 8 communities across the priority areas
through integrated and inclusive sustainable WASH and child development programming
including capacity enhancement of PRC Iloilo and Guimaras chapters.
Objectives of the assessment
The main objective of the technical assessment is to validate and evaluate the proposed project
sites in terms of viability for the hardware components to be recommended. Furthermore, initial
recommendations and budget estimates will be reflected if probable.
En route
The project sites are in the provinces of Iloilo and Guimaras which is part of Region 6 – Wester
Visayas. A total of eight schools were visited from October 16 – 20, 2019 and November 6-9,
2019, below is the summary of itinerary:
October 16: Travelled from Manila to Iloilo and Guimaras

Conducted meeting and briefing with project staff and Chapter
Administrator
October 17: Travelled from Guimaras Chapter to project sites (mainland)

Conducted assessment in Dasal Elementary School and Sapal
Elementary School
October 18: Travelled from Guimaras Chapter to project sites (island)
Conducted assessment in Guiwanon Elementary School and Panabolon
Elementary School
October 19: Discussed findings and initial recommendations with the project team
October 20: Travelled back to Manila, National Headquarters
November 6: Travelled from Manila to Iloilo

Conducted meeting and briefing with project staff
November 7: Travelled from Iloilo Chapter to project sites

Conducted assessment in Tabucan Elementary School, Ipil Elementary
School and Aglibacao Elementary School
November 8: Travel from Iloilo Chapter to project site

Conducted assessment in Tuyongan Elementary School
Discussed findings and initial recommendations with the project team
November 9: Travelled back to Manila, National Headquarters
Assessment methodology
General information from the baseline assessment (through Key Informant Interview) of the
project team was readily available and were shared to the engineer. Structured observation of
the facilities was conducted during the technical assessment by means of standard
questionnaires and checklists. Furthermore, additional information was given by the
representatives of each project sites.
Series of visits are still recommended to conduct a more detailed assessments that will be
beneficial in preparing and producing a detailed plans and more accurate estimates.
Findings and observations
Included in this technical report are the available information gathered and shared by the
interlocutors of the school/community during the assessment done for the Integrated WASH
project in Region 6. The following structured variables/factors were also considered:
o Terrain and demography: only specifics relevant to the area assessed
o Water sources and supply
o Existing sanitation systems and type of technologies
o Methods of waste disposal
o Sewage disposal and treatment works
o Pollution risk
o Population with water-borne diseases
o Existing WASH-related programs (handwashing, toothbrushing, MHM, etc.)
o Operation and maintenance of existing WASH facilities
o Capacity on catering of evacuees
o Political and social overview: determinants of the situation assessed
o Social aspects relevant to any targeting and distribution or future work with
communities
o Cultural beliefs
o Planned sanitation projects by other parties/agencies
Results of assessments (Guimaras)
Date of Visit 17 October 2019

Location Dasal Elementary School
Coordinates 10° 29’ 26” N 122° 37’ 39” E Ave: 90 m Elevation
1. School population:
o Male: 131
Observations,
o PWD (Male): 2
Findings, o Female: 124
Discussed Matter o Faculty members: 11
2. Source/s of water
o Water source being used for flushing, hand washing, etc. is
rainwater.
o Additional source is thru delivery of non-potable water
from the Local Government Unit and Barangay two times
a week (average).
o Some handwashing facilities have built-in small water
reservoir.
o The school provides drinking/potable water to the students
budgeted from the school fund under School Maintenance
and Other Operating Expenses (MOOE).
o The school has an ongoing groundwater development
project which is currently at 40 feet depth. The minimum
target is at 86 feet depth in order for the proposed source to
be potable.
o Quality of water source was tested years ago (>10 years)
o Existing water source is not sufficient to supply the total
water demand of the school. In addition, the water quality
is not safe for the users.
3. Existing toilets and handwashing facilities
o 1 functional toilet exclusive for male students
o 1 functional toilet exclusive for female students
o 8 functional communal toilets
▪ Indoor toilet dimensions: 1.1m x 2.0m
▪ Outdoor toilet dimension: 1.6m x 2.4m
o 1 functional toilet exclusive for faculty members
o 6 functional handwashing facilities (HWF)
▪ HWF dimension: 0.6m width x 0.70m height
o 1 non-functional HWF
o With ongoing construction of HWF funded by Parents-
Teachers Associations (PTA)
o Enough functional sanitation facilities based on the toilet-
to-student ratio from the DepEd Educational Manual
(existing ratio is 1:25)
o The school has female-friendly toilet
o Enough functional HWF
o Absence of PWD/accessible toilet
4. Existing waste disposal methods and facilities
o Waste segregation (3 slots) in each classroom
o Separate waste disposal for sanitary napkin
o Burning of waste is still practiced
o 3 sets of Materials Recovery Facilities (MRF)
o Toilets are being cleaned by teachers, parents and students
o Strong waste management program. All classrooms have
trash bins and practices segregation. But, the school
admin/staff shall be encouraged/or be trained to avoid
burning of waste in accordance with the Ecological Solid
Waste Management Act (RA 9003).
5. Hygiene practices
o All food vendors have health certificates.
o Most of the student’s practices toothbrushing every after
lunch.
o Annual distribution of toothbrush kits to all students
provided by the DepEd and Parents Teacher Association
(PTA) every year.
o Handwashing is not consistent due to shortage of water.
o Menstrual Hygiene Management is already integrated in
other subjects for grade 4-6 students.
o With readily available sanitary pads for menstruating
students.
6. The school do not have experience on catering evacuees but
according to them, they already have enough facilities apart
from safe water supply.
7. High elevation - average of 90 m above mean sea level of
elevation as recorded in phone’s GPS.
8. Accessible to all types of vehicles.
Recommendations 1. Partial rehabilitation of existing 2-seater toilet.

2. Improvement of water system thru provision of electric motor
pump.
3. Conduct water quality testing.

Location Sapal Elementary School
o Male: 113
Observations,
o PWD (Male): 1
Findings, o Female: 104
Discussed Matter o Faculty members: 9
rainwater.
o Secondary source is from the existing deep well with poor
water quality (turbid).
o Allocation of water by the Local Government Unit two
times a week (average) during dry season.
o The school purchases water thru private water tanker once
a week and/or if there are school activities/programs.
and Other Operating Expenses (MOOE).
o The poor quality of existing groundwater source affects the
overall water supply.
▪ Indoor toilet ave. dimensions: 1.1m x 1.4m
▪ HWF dimension: 0.6m width x 0.70m height,
length varies
o 1 non-functional HWF
o With ongoing construction of outdoor toilets
o No female-friendly toilet
o With ongoing construction of MRF
o With existing compost pits
o Most of the student’s practices toothbrushing every after
lunch.
o Annual distribution of toothbrush kits and hygiene kits to
all students provided by the DepEd and Parents Teacher
Association (PTA) every year.
students.
6. The school has been identified as evacuation center during the
Typhoon Yolanda. Only 1 family stayed for less than a week.
Recommendations 1. Repair of damaged indoor toilets.

2. Improvement of roof gutters and downspout system.
pump.

Location Guiwanon Elementary School
o Male: 74
Observations,
o Female: 69
Findings, o Faculty members: 8
Discussed Matter 2. Source/s of water
rainwater.
o Secondary source is from the existing deep well with
unstable supply.
o No water quality testing conducted.
and Other Operating Expenses (MOOE). Estimated
consumption is 40 containers/month or 800 liters/month.
o Existing water source is not stable and insufficient to supply
the total water demand of the school. In addition, the water
quality is not safe for the users.
o 1 non-functional toilet exclusive for male students
o 1 partially functional toilet exclusive for female students,
damaged sanitary pipelines
▪ With ongoing construction of additional HWF
o With ongoing construction of Materials Recovery Facilities
(MRF)
o Rainwater tanks are being cleaned every 3 years
o No food vendors, only teachers with health certificates
manages feeding program.
o Most of the student’s practices handwashing and
toothbrushing only twice a week due to unstable water
supply.
students.
Typhoon Yolanda. Only 3 families stayed for 1 night.
7. Average of 40 m above mean sea level of elevation as recorded
in phone’s GPS. No recorded flooding incident.
8. Island barangay
o Approximately 40 mins away of land travel from chapter
(Jordan) to port of Nueva Valencia
o 1 hour and 10 mins boat travel
o 5 mins walk from port of Panabolon to school proper
o Logistically challenging due to location
o Consider additional cost for hauling of materials
Recommendations 1. Partial rehabilitation of existing 2-seater toilet.

2. Improvement of water system thru provision of hybrid
(electrical and solar) water motor.
3. Provide/construct potable water stations/fountains as per
DepEd manual, 1 faucet/75 students or as an alternative
provide jerry cans/water dispenser per classroom.

Location Panabolon Elementary School
Coordinates N/A, no signal N/A, no signal N/A, no signal
o Male: 57
Observations, o Female: 54
o Faculty members: 8
Findings,
Discussed Matter o Water source being used for flushing, hand washing, etc. is
rainwater.
o Secondary source is the newly developed groundwater
system.
o Water testing is regularly conducted by the Chemical
Engineering students from the University of San Agustin,
Iloilo
and Other Operating Expenses (MOOE). Estimated
consumption is 40 containers/month or 800 liters/month
including supply for the feeding program.
o Existing water source is not stable and insufficient to supply
the total water demand of the school. In addition, students
are required to fetch sea water for flushing.
o 3 non-functional communal toilets
▪ With ongoing construction of HWF
o Waste segregation (3 slots) in other classrooms
o With Materials Recovery Facilities (MRF) but are not being
maintained
o With compost pits without proper protection
o Toilets are being cleaned by utility personnel, teachers,
parents and students
o Rainwater tanks are being cleaned every 2 years
o The school admin/staff shall be encouraged/or be trained to
avoid burning of waste in accordance with the Ecological
Solid Waste Management Act (RA 9003).
o Weak waste management program. Need to improve waster
management facilities and program.
o No food vendors
o Parents without health certificates manages feeding
program
o Most of the student’s practices daily handwashing and
toothbrushing.
students.
6. The school does not have experience on catering evacuees
7. University of San Agustin already proposed a solar filtration
unit for the school water system.
8. Island barangay
o Approximately 40 mins away of land travel from chapter
(Jordan) to port of Nueva Valencia
o 1 hour and 10 mins boat travel
o 15 mins walk from port of Panabolon to school proper
o Consider additional cost for hauling of materials
Recommendations 1. Repair of damaged toilets.

2. Repair of clogged HWF.
3. Partnership with University of San Agustin for improvement
of water supply and quality.
4. Construction of new MRF and improvement of compost pits.
Results of assessments (Iloilo)
Date of Visit 07 November 2019

Location Tabucan Elementary School
o Male: 76
Observations,
o Female: 54
rainwater
▪ 3 units functional
▪ 2 non-functional
o Secondary source is the newly developed groundwater
system (3 years)
▪ No water pump
▪ Unstable supply especially during dry season
▪ Approximately 20 m depth
▪ No water quality testing for 3 years
and Other Operating Expenses (MOOE)
▪ Estimated of Php 400/month
o 4 functional toilets exclusive for male students
o 4 functional toilets exclusive for female students
▪ No vent pipes, no light bulb, no water, no floor
drain, noticeable damages at roofing and walls
o Not enough HWF
o No MRF and compost pits
o Garbage’s are scattered at the back of the feeding room
o Other sanitary pipelines are not connected to a septic tank/
drainage
o Weak waste management program. It is strongly
recommended to focus on improving the overall waste
management program to avoid WASH-related diseases.
o No toothbrushing program being implemented.
students.
6. The school does not have experience on catering evacuees.

2. Improvement of water system thru provision electric motor
pump.
4. Construction of MRF and compost pits.

Location Ipil Elementary School
o Male: 92
Observations,
o Female: 70
rainwater
o Secondary source is the groundwater system
o Students are required to bring their own drinking water.
o 1 functional toilet exclusive for male students
o 1 functional toilet exclusive for female students
▪ Noticeable damages at indoor toilets but the are
still being used by the students (no floor drains, no
light bulbs, broken faucet, damaged doors, broken
windows and damaged walls)
o 1 non-functional communal toilet
▪ No water, no faucets, damaged septic tank,
damaged doors, no light bulbs, damaged ceiling,
damaged roofing
o Functional HWF inside the classrooms
o Constructed toilets inside the classrooms are projects of
PTA. According to them, septic tanks are made of
Reinforced Concrete Pipes (RCP) only without concrete
floorings.
o No MRF
o 1 compost pit
o No burning of waste/garbage
o Strong waste management program. It is strongly
o Hygiene practices
o Most of the student’s practices daily handwashing and
toothbrushing.
o Separate waste disposal for sanitary napkin
students.
Typhoon Yolanda. Only 5 families stayed for 3 nights.
7. Recorded number of theft incidents which poses security
issues for hardware facilities.

pump.
Location Aglibacao Elementary School
o Male: 80
Observations,
o Female: 79
o Main source of water used for flushing, hand washing, etc.
is groundwater
o Secondary source is the rainwater
o Students are required to bring their own drinking water or
may opt to buy from the water dispenser.
o No water quality testing conducted, not safe for drinking.
o 1 partially functional toilet exclusive for male students
o 1 partially functional toilet exclusive for female students
▪ Noticeable damages at indoor toilets but the are
light bulbs, broken tiles, broken faucet, damaged
doors, broken windows and damaged walls)
o Functional HWF inside the classrooms
floorings.
o No existing MRF but with proposal to construct by
November 2019
o With compost pit but already full
o Food vendors have no health certificates.
o No regular toothbrushing and handwashing program.
students.
6. The school has been identified as evacuation center.
8. Recorded number of theft incidents which poses security
issues for hardware facilities.
9. Isolated barangay
o River crossing
o Accessible to light to midsize trucks
o Consider additional cost for delivery of materials

pump.

Location Tuyongan Elementary School
o Male: 160
Observations,
o Female: 178
o Main source of water used for flushing, hand washing, etc.
is groundwater
▪ Unstable supply only during dry season
▪ With functional electric motor pump
▪ No water testing conducted for 5 years
o Secondary source is the rainwater
o Students are required to bring their own drinking water
▪ Noticeable damages at indoor toilets but they are
light bulbs, broken tiles, broken faucet, damaged
doors, broken windows and damaged walls)
o 2 functional toilets exclusive for faculty members
o Partially functional HWF inside the classrooms
▪ No faucets installed
o With female-friendly toilet
floorings.
o With existing MRF
o With compost pit but already full
o Food vendors have health certificates.
o No regular toothbrushing activities.
o Students practices handwashing everyday especially
before and after meals
students.
6. The school has been identified as evacuation center and
catered families for 2 nights.
8. Isolated barangay
o River crossing
o Accessible from light to midsize trucks only
o Consider additional cost for delivery of materials

2. Rehabilitation of HWF.
Initial cost estimates
• Cost estimates of hardware facilities
Item Description Cost

1 Rehabilitation/reconstruction of WASH facilities in Php 616,702.80
schools in Guimaras
1.1 Dasal Elementary School Php 71,392.00
o Partial rehabilitation of existing 2-seater toilet
o Improvement of water supply system
o Water quality testing
1.2 Sapal Elementary School Php 146,146.00
o Repair of indoor toilets
o Improvement of roof gutters and downspout system
1.3 Guiwanon Elementary School Php 225,076.80
o Rehabilitation of existing 2-seater toilet and septic
tank
1.4 Panabolon Elementary School Php 139,088.00
o Repair of clogged HWF
o Construction of waste management facilities
1.5 Additional cost for delivery and hauling of materials for Php 35,000.00
island barangays
2 Rehabilitation/reconstruction of WASH facilities in Php 584,552.00
schools in Iloilo
2.1 Tabucayan Elementary School Php 139,478.00
o Construction of waste management facilities
2.2 Ipil Elementary School Php 116,104.00
2.3 Aglibacao Elementary School Php 125,460.00
2.4 Tuyongan Elementary School Php 178,510.00
o Rehabilitation of HWF and water lines
2.5 o Additional cost for delivery and hauling of materials Php 25,000.00
for isolated barangays
3 Contingencies and extra works (10% of total estimated Php 120,125.48
cost)
Total estimated costs Php 1,321,380.28
Budget allocation (per school)

• Dasal Elementary School - Php 71,392.00
• Sapal Elementary School - Php 146,146.00
• Guiwanon Elementary School - Php 225,076.80
• Panabolon Elementary School - Php 139,088.00
• Tabucayan Elementary School - Php 139,478.00
• Ipil Elementary School - Php 116,104.00
• Aglibacao Elementary School - Php 125,460.00
• Tuyongan Elementary School - Php 178,510.00
Other technical documents (to be supplied on agreed timeline)

• Drawings and specifications
Documentations
Dasal Elementary School
Fetching of water in Dasal ES
Handwashing facility with built-in small water reservoir
Water dispenser in each classroom

Site with ongoing drilling activities Waste segregation (3 slots) in 3 sets of Materials Recovery
for the proposed small-scale each classroom Facility (MRF)
water system
Existing outdoor toilet and handwashing facilities
Female-friendly toilet
Sapal Elementary School
Rainwater catchment tanks directly connected to the HWF
Newly constructed HWF without stable water supply Existing deep well with poor water quality
Conditions of existing toilets – damaged doors, no water, walls are not extended upto ceiling level
Guiwanon Elementary School
Travel from port of Panobolon to Guiwanon ES and Panobolon ES
Rainwater catchment tanks and existing groundwater source
Existing conditions of indoor toilets
Existing HWF
Panobolon Elementary School
Rainwater catchment tanks
Newly developed groundwater system with hand pump

Tabucayan Elementary School
Existing 2-seater outdoor toilet
Existing indoor toilets and handwashing facilities
Poor waste management program of the school

Ipil Elementary School
Damaged 3-seater outdoor toilet
Existing rainwater catchment tanks
Conditions of indoor toilets

Aglibacao Elementary School
Damaged outdoor toilet
Existing indoor toilets

Tuyongan Elementary School
Make-shift outdoor toilets
Existing conditions of water and sanitation facilities
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Objectives of the assessment

October 16: Travelled from Manila to Iloilo and Guimaras

October 17: Travelled from Guimaras Chapter to project sites (mainland)

October 20: Travelled back to Manila, National Headquarters

November 6: Travelled from Manila to Iloilo

November 7: Travelled from Iloilo Chapter to project sites

November 8: Travel from Iloilo Chapter to project site

November 9: Travelled back to Manila, National Headquarters

Date of Visit 17 October 2019

Recommendations 1. Partial rehabilitation of existing 2-seater toilet.

Date of Visit 17 October 2019

Recommendations 1. Repair of damaged indoor toilets.

Date of Visit 18 October 2019

Recommendations 1. Partial rehabilitation of existing 2-seater toilet.

Date of Visit 18 October 2019

Recommendations 1. Repair of damaged toilets.

Date of Visit 07 November 2019

Recommendations 1. Repair of damaged toilets.

Date of Visit 07 November 2019

Recommendations 1. Repair of damaged toilets.

Recommendations 1. Repair of damaged toilets.

Date of Visit 08 November 2019

Recommendations 1. Repair of damaged toilets.

Item Description Cost

Total estimated costs Php 1,321,380.28

Budget allocation (per school)

Other technical documents (to be supplied on agreed timeline)

Dasal Elementary School

Fetching of water in Dasal ES

Handwashing facility with built-in small water reservoir

Water dispenser in each classroom

Existing outdoor toilet and handwashing facilities

Rainwater catchment tanks directly connected to the HWF

Travel from port of Panobolon to Guiwanon ES and Panobolon ES

Rainwater catchment tanks and existing groundwater source

Existing conditions of indoor toilets

Rainwater catchment tanks

Newly developed groundwater system with hand pump

Existing 2-seater outdoor toilet

Existing indoor toilets and handwashing facilities

Poor waste management program of the school

Damaged 3-seater outdoor toilet

Existing rainwater catchment tanks

Conditions of indoor toilets

Damaged outdoor toilet

Existing indoor toilets

Make-shift outdoor toilets

Existing conditions of water and sanitation facilities

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