Water Safety Planning for Small Community Water Supplies
Water Safety Planning for Small Community Water Supplies
Publication Year:
2011
Authors:
De France, Jennifer; Drury, David; Gordon, Bruce; Heaton, Paul; Heijnen, Han; Mercer, Jennifer; Schmoll, Oliver; Tuite, Sinead
Language:
English
Affiliated Orgs.:
World Health Organization (WHO)
Resource Type:
Technical Guide
Summary:
Provide a resource for organizations and individuals involved in providing safe drinking water in rural areas, including water supply professionals, public health officials, and community leaders.
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Resource Information
Resource Type
Technical Guide
Publication Year
2011
Author
De France, Jennifer; Drury, David; Gordon, Bruce; Heaton, Paul; Heijnen, Han; Mercer, Jennifer; Schmoll, Oliver; Tuite, Sinead
Language
English
Organizational Affiliation
World Health Organization (WHO)
Relevant Country
Nepal, Guyana, Tanzania, New Zealand,
Specific Contaminants
Other Chemicals, Heavy Metals, Nitrates, Nitrites, Fluoride, Arsenic, Algae, Algal, Sulfide, Copper, Iron, Manganese
Business Connect Takeaways
Water safety planning is a step-by-step process that involves identifying hazards, assessing risks, and implementing control measures to prevent contamination and ensure safe drinking water.
Community involvement and participation are essential for successful water safety planning. This includes engaging with stakeholders, developing a communication strategy, and implementing a consumer education program.
Monitoring and evaluation are critical components of water safety planning. Regular testing and inspection of water sources, treatment systems, and distribution networks can help identify and address potential risks and ensure ongoing compliance with water quality standards.