Practical Action Publishing
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Office Management for Co-operatives
This self-teaching text deals with the principle of office management, staffing and control, as well as the essential records, files, and accommodation required to run a co-operative efficiently. This is of use to the managers of both large and small co-operatives.
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A Handbook of Gravity-Flow Water Systems
Originally written for the construction of gravity-flow drinking water systems in Nepal, this book is equally applicable for other locations around the world. Organized for quick reference, it is quickly and easily understood.
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Rural Sanitation
This document is written for hospital staff and community development workers in developing countries who are planning to start sanitation or hygiene improvement programmes.
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Small Building Contractor and the Client
Getting and keeping clients is top priority for the successful building contractor. This book, the third and final volume in the series, shows how small contractors can get established and run their business satisfactorily.
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Small-scale Production of Cementitious Materials
Cement, or at least some form of cementing material, is an essential ingredient of virtually every type of construction. Two alternative approaches to large scale factory production are considered: firstly, the manufacture of Portland cement, or material of comparable quality, in much smaller kilns,...
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Small Enterprises in Developing Countries
A collection of conclusions based on case studies for small enterprises
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Small-scale Irrigation
This excellent, clearly illustrated book has been written for those working with farmers on development and extension in rural areas who do not have much access to the technical know-how needed for developing irrigated agriculture on a small scale.
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An Introduction to Co-operatives
Co-operatives can bring prosperity to those who join them, but only if the members know how a Co-operative works. This book has been written to help you to be an active member of a successful Co-operative.To use the book, work in this way. First read each section in a chapter on your own, testing yo...
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Auxiliaries in Primary Health Care
This sourcebook lists a wide variety of material used in training auxiliaries in different levels, and is a vital work for health planners and health workers in developing countries. Includes textbooks, course descriptions, and visual aids.
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Hand Dug Wells and their Construction
This definitive work provides step-by-step guidance in the techniques of digging and constructing a well, including the principles of groundwater storage, the actual construction, the materials required, and details of additional sources of information.