Resources by PASA

This collection of competency frameworks can be used by individuals and organizations in two main ways: Assess job performance and compare it against defined standards Identify potential areas for professional development to improve overall performance Competencies are the abilities required to perform specific tasks and express specific knowledge. CAWST’s competency frameworks use behavioural or task-based competencies in combination with knowledge components.

Competency framework for emptying service provision

This poster offers quick tips for sanitation professionals (including emptiers) on how to keep themselves and their clients safe and healthy during the COVID-19 outbreak.

This technical brief summarizes what is known about COVID-19 and sanitation, including the risks related to exposure to wastewater and fecal sludge, and offers tips on how to safely continue offering latrine and septic tank emptying services during the outbreak.