Tools, Solid Waste Cleaning Materials

This list contains the basic tools required for a solid waste clean-up operation. Suitable for 100 workers the kit is used in response to disasters like earthquakes or floods where rubble and debris needs to be cleared. Also suitable for ground clearance and road surface repairs.

The kit is offered to support emergencies in the first phase and for programmes expanding into new project areas. Experience has shown that following an earthquake, flood, or armed conflict local supplies of these simple items are quickly exhausted.

• 80 Rakes
• 100 Spades
• 12 Pickaxes
• 15 Wheelbarrows

User notes

• Protective safety wear is important for workers likely to be handling contaminated materials and sharp debris.