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There are various sources of contamination that result in the presence of harmful bacteria, viruses or fungi in most vast water-bodies. In the past, environmental watch groups have strongly criticized the waste disposal policy of most multi-national firms especially those that dispose untreated waste in water bodies. In the recent past, increased cases of contamination have resulted in the springing up of water testing labs in major urban and semi-urban areas.
Many are the times when the minerals found in water react with the household plumbing materials and service lines therefore resulting in the corrosion of the piping system. As a consequence, lead which is harmful and therefore poses a health hazard is deposited in the storage facilities alongside the water. Just as a precautionary measure, most laboratories test for the presence of lead as part of regular monitoring procedures.
The test results arrived at help the analysts to understand better the system as a whole unlike gaining knowledge on an individual household. Raw-water is not safe for human consumption and therefore one has to rely on the use of pitchers and faucets to filter off unwanted matter. The many counterfeit product in the market make it difficult for one to pinpoint the genuine filter.
Detecting quality problems is an easy process. Factors to look out for include the color, odor and whether any stains occur on clothes washed using this commodity. Contamination easily occurs if the well is too near a septic system. If this is the case, one has to carry out regular checks on the septic systems so as to ensure they are not leaking.
Many state counties and other authorities that have jurisdiction over certain areas require the testing laboratories to report their findings whenever they carry out tests. In the spirit of adhering to ISO standards, the experts are supposed to disclose the various minerals and organisms found and recommend more efficient procedures of purifying the commodity. The consumer confidence report acts as a benchmark and guides technicians while carrying out future tests.
The engineers responsible for quality have to ensure that the records are constantly updated on any new findings. These makes it easier for any new technician to have some background understanding of the tests carried out so far and therefore lay the basis for future tests. Harmful bacteria such as total coliform bacteria have to be well tested for as any oversight on the part of the technicians can result in the spread of water-borne diseases.
If the family is expecting a new baby, tests for presence of nitrates should be carried out during pregnancy, before the infant is brought home from the hospital and during the first half year of the young ones life. The test is most effective if carried out during summer or spring that is after a rainy period.
Water testing labs should test for the presence of minerals salts such as chloride, manganese and iron which might have easily corroded into the system. These tests need to be repeated after every three years. Testing for volatile organic compounds can be very expensive and therefore such tests should be limited to only when necessary.
Many are the times when the minerals found in water react with the household plumbing materials and service lines therefore resulting in the corrosion of the piping system. As a consequence, lead which is harmful and therefore poses a health hazard is deposited in the storage facilities alongside the water. Just as a precautionary measure, most laboratories test for the presence of lead as part of regular monitoring procedures.
The test results arrived at help the analysts to understand better the system as a whole unlike gaining knowledge on an individual household. Raw-water is not safe for human consumption and therefore one has to rely on the use of pitchers and faucets to filter off unwanted matter. The many counterfeit product in the market make it difficult for one to pinpoint the genuine filter.
Detecting quality problems is an easy process. Factors to look out for include the color, odor and whether any stains occur on clothes washed using this commodity. Contamination easily occurs if the well is too near a septic system. If this is the case, one has to carry out regular checks on the septic systems so as to ensure they are not leaking.
Many state counties and other authorities that have jurisdiction over certain areas require the testing laboratories to report their findings whenever they carry out tests. In the spirit of adhering to ISO standards, the experts are supposed to disclose the various minerals and organisms found and recommend more efficient procedures of purifying the commodity. The consumer confidence report acts as a benchmark and guides technicians while carrying out future tests.
The engineers responsible for quality have to ensure that the records are constantly updated on any new findings. These makes it easier for any new technician to have some background understanding of the tests carried out so far and therefore lay the basis for future tests. Harmful bacteria such as total coliform bacteria have to be well tested for as any oversight on the part of the technicians can result in the spread of water-borne diseases.
If the family is expecting a new baby, tests for presence of nitrates should be carried out during pregnancy, before the infant is brought home from the hospital and during the first half year of the young ones life. The test is most effective if carried out during summer or spring that is after a rainy period.
Water testing labs should test for the presence of minerals salts such as chloride, manganese and iron which might have easily corroded into the system. These tests need to be repeated after every three years. Testing for volatile organic compounds can be very expensive and therefore such tests should be limited to only when necessary.
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