Abstract |
This laboratory manual is for use by those who must analyze drinking/potable water samples for bacteriological constituents. Each of the laboratory procedures is written in a step-by-step format. For each procedure, an equipment and reagent list are provided. Topics in the manual: (1) Collection and Handling of Drinking Water Samples, (2) Coliform test by the MPN Method for Drinking Water, (3) Completed Test for the MPN Method for Drinking Water, (4) Total Coliform Test for Drinking Water by the Membrane Filter Method, (5) Verified Membrane Filter Test for Drinking Water, (6) Standard Plate Count, (7) Residual Chlorine and Turbidity, (8) Coliform Test by the Multiple Dilution Tube Method (MPN), (9) Completed Test for the MPN Method, (10) Total Coliform Test by the Membrane Filter Method, (11) Laboratory Safety Practices. |