About us

It all began with a simple idea fueled by a deep passion for environmental sanitation and accessible hygiene. As a small business in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Environment Sanitation and Tippy-Tap Hand Wash in Public Area, we pride ourselves on personal attention and dedication to every detail. Our approach is rooted in quality and integrity, ensuring that everything we do reflects our commitment to excellence in public health and community well-being.

Building Healthier Communities

Join the movement towards cleaner hands and healthier communities! Environment Sanitation and Tippy-Tap Hand Wash in Public Area is dedicated to providing innovative, low-cost solutions for public sanitation challenges in Halifax. Learn how you can get involved and make a positive impact — one handwash at a time. Build. Wash. Teach. Repeat. Start today — because a cleaner future begins with your hands.

Tippy-Tap vs. Halifax Sanitation: A Comparison

Discover the differences between environmental sanitation and Tippy-Tap handwashing, typically used in low-resource settings, and the advanced sanitation systems in a developed city like Halifax, Canada.

Feature Tippy-Tap/Low-Resource Halifax/Urban
Water Access No plumbing, uses containers Piped, treated, continuous
Toilet Systems Pit latrines or basic setups Flush toilets, sewage systems
Handwashing Tippy-taps with soap Sinks with soap & hot water
Waste Treatment Basic or none Full wastewater treatment plants
Regulation Community-based Government regulated
Cost Low-cost, DIY High-tech, infrastructure-heavy

Our sanitation solutions effectively address challenges such as disease prevention, access to handwashing facilities, and promoting hygiene in public spaces.

Clean Hands, Clean Communities!

Join the movement! Together, we can create healthier homes, schools, and neighborhoods — one handwash at a time!

What You Can Do:

  • Build a Tippy-Tap! Use simple materials to make a handwashing station — perfect for homes, schools, and community centers.
  • Wash Your Hands Regularly With soap and clean water, especially after using the toilet and before eating or cooking.
  • Keep Your Environment Clean Properly dispose of waste, cover toilets, and reduce stagnant water to fight disease.
  • Teach Others Share knowledge about hygiene and sanitation with family, neighbors, and students.
  • Be a Hygiene Hero Lead by example — your actions inspire others to stay clean and stay healthy!

Why It Matters:

  • Prevents deadly diseases like cholera, diarrhea, and typhoid
  • Keeps children in school and families out of hospitals
  • Builds stronger, safer, and more resilient communities

Join the Movement! Build. Wash. Teach. Repeat. Start today — because a cleaner future begins with your hands.

Success Story: Cleaner Construction Sites with Tippy-Tap Handwashing Stations

Background:

In Accra, Ghana, several large-scale construction projects were underway. However, most sites had poor sanitation — workers used temporary pit toilets or open areas, and handwashing was rare due to lack of running water. As a result, diarrheal diseases, skin infections, and poor hygiene were common.

The Problem:

  • No running water on-site
  • No handwashing after using toilets
  • Increased worker illness and lost productivity
  • Unhygienic eating areas

The Intervention:

A local contractor, in partnership with a public health NGO, decided to:

  • Install mobile toilets (portable latrines) at all work sites.
  • Set up Tippy-Tap handwashing stations beside each toilet using jerrycans, string, sticks, and foot pedals.
  • Provide soap and hygiene education to all workers.
  • Assign site supervisors to monitor cleanliness and refill water/soap daily.

Results (within 3 months):

  • 100% of workers used the Tippy-Taps regularly.
  • Cases of diarrheal disease dropped by 65%.
  • Worker attendance improved, reducing sick days and delays.
  • Site safety officers noted a cleaner and more organized work environment.

Worker Testimonial:

“We used to wipe our hands with rags or not at all. Now the Tippy-Taps make it easy to wash before eating or after using the toilet. We feel healthier.” — Joseph, Construction Worker

Key Success Factors:

  • Low-cost and portable solution, ideal for temporary sites
  • Workers felt ownership and pride in cleanliness
  • Regular monitoring and soap supply

Conclusion:

This initiative shows that even in fast-paced, temporary environments like construction sites, simple tools like Tippy-Taps and mobile toilets can drastically improve sanitation, health, and productivity with minimal cost.