Guide Manual for Establishment and Management of Area Mechanic System

Abstract

This manual has been prepared as a guide to facilitate the establishment and support of Area Mechanics (AMs) who are meant to work as entrepreneurs in the effort to increase the sustainable operation and maintenance (O&M) of hand pumps in Malawi. The contents of the manual include materials regarding the roles and responsibilities of different stakeholders of water and sanitation projects, as well as guidelines on how to:Plan for the introduction of AM networks in districts where there are none corrently, Plan for the routine long-term management of AMs in districts where there are existing or emerging AM networks, and Establish an acceptable working relationship between District Council and NGOs/ DPs involved AM network implementation.