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#*Try to position yourself closer to the hood if possible. | #*Try to position yourself closer to the hood if possible. | ||
#*Avoiding squatting directly over the hole as this can splash water back up when using the toilet. | #*Avoiding squatting directly over the hole as this can splash water back up when using the toilet. | ||
| − | #[[Do a Squat|Squat]] down. After having lined your self up directly over the toilet you can squat down. Bend at the knees and gently lower yourself down into a deep squat. Your knees will be pointing straight up and your bottom should be directly over the toilet.<ref>http://thestudyabroadblog.com/using-asian-toilet/</ref> | + | #[[Do a Squat|Squat]] down. After having lined your self up directly over the toilet you can squat down. Bend at the knees and gently lower yourself down into a deep squat. Your knees will be pointing straight up and your bottom should be directly over the toilet.<ref name="rf1">http://thestudyabroadblog.com/using-asian-toilet/</ref> |
#*Squat all the way down, positioning your bottom at about ankle level, close to the toilet. | #*Squat all the way down, positioning your bottom at about ankle level, close to the toilet. | ||
#*If the squat is a difficult position for you, try hugging your knees for support. | #*If the squat is a difficult position for you, try hugging your knees for support. | ||
===Using The Squat Toilet=== | ===Using The Squat Toilet=== | ||
| − | #Do your business. Once in the squat position it's time to relax and let nature take its course. Although this step isn't very different from using a western toilet, it has been demonstrated that squatting during a bowel movement can make it easier on the body. Just relax and do what you need to do.<ref>http://www.thailandclimbing.com/how-to-use-a-squat-toilet/</ref> | + | #Do your business. Once in the squat position it's time to relax and let nature take its course. Although this step isn't very different from using a western toilet, it has been demonstrated that squatting during a bowel movement can make it easier on the body. Just relax and do what you need to do.<ref name="rf2">http://www.thailandclimbing.com/how-to-use-a-squat-toilet/</ref> |
| − | #Clean up. Once you are all done using the squat toilet it is time to clean up. Many places that use squat toilets may not use toilet paper, using instead a sprayer or a pot of water and your hand. Look around the squat toilet to find which method has been made available to you.<ref | + | #Clean up. Once you are all done using the squat toilet it is time to clean up. Many places that use squat toilets may not use toilet paper, using instead a sprayer or a pot of water and your hand. Look around the squat toilet to find which method has been made available to you.<ref name="rf2" /> |
#*Most pots of water will have a small ladle. Splash water using the ladle while wiping the area with your hand. | #*Most pots of water will have a small ladle. Splash water using the ladle while wiping the area with your hand. | ||
#*Using a sprayer is the same idea as the water pot and ladle. Spray water and wipe the area clean with your other hand. | #*Using a sprayer is the same idea as the water pot and ladle. Spray water and wipe the area clean with your other hand. | ||
#*You can bring toilet paper with you. However, many toilets may be unable to flush paper without clogging. | #*You can bring toilet paper with you. However, many toilets may be unable to flush paper without clogging. | ||
| − | #Dispose of waste paper properly. If you used toilet paper to clean up after the using the squat toilet you will need to properly dispose of it. Not all plumbing systems are equipped to deal with flushing toilet paper and it can cause serious damage to those systems. Always properly dispose of your toilet paper once you are done using a squat toilet.<ref | + | #Dispose of waste paper properly. If you used toilet paper to clean up after the using the squat toilet you will need to properly dispose of it. Not all plumbing systems are equipped to deal with flushing toilet paper and it can cause serious damage to those systems. Always properly dispose of your toilet paper once you are done using a squat toilet.<ref name="rf1" /> |
#*If there is a trash bin near the squat toilet, chances are it is intended for used toilet paper. | #*If there is a trash bin near the squat toilet, chances are it is intended for used toilet paper. | ||
#Flush the squat toilet. Some squat toilets will have a handle and will flush like a western style toilet. However, many may not have this feature and you are still required to flush and clean up after you have used the toilet. Always leave the squat toilet looking clean for the next person. | #Flush the squat toilet. Some squat toilets will have a handle and will flush like a western style toilet. However, many may not have this feature and you are still required to flush and clean up after you have used the toilet. Always leave the squat toilet looking clean for the next person. | ||
