| Main Title |
Drinking Water Microbiology - New Directions Toward Water Quality Enhancement. |
| Author |
Geldreich, E. E. ;
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| CORP Author |
Environmental Protection Agency, Cincinnati, OH. Drinking Water Research Div. |
| Year Published |
1987 |
| Report Number |
EPA/600/D-87/298; |
| Stock Number |
PB88-103171 |
| Additional Subjects |
Water quality ;
Potable water ;
Microbiology ;
Water treatment ;
Ground water ;
Coliform bacteria ;
Distribution systems ;
Monitoring ;
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| Holdings |
| Library |
Call Number |
Additional Info |
Location |
Last
Modified |
Checkout
Status |
| NTIS |
PB88-103171 |
Some EPA libraries have a fiche copy filed under the call number shown. |
|
07/26/2022 |
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| Collation |
39p |
| Abstract |
Many concerns result from information on new waterborne agents, treatment problems of raw water qualities, biofilm development in some distribution systems, and special quality needs unique to hospitals and industries. Protozoan cyst penetration after some disinfection practices involving surface water impoundments and virus occurrence in poorly protected groundwaters justify expanding minimum surface water treatments and the required disinfection of groundwaters unless a demonstrative data base supports exceptions. Official monitoring of small supplies must be increased and a rapid alert established to inform plant operators of unsatisfactory qualities. Optional tests to analyze water quality should be encouraged to allow prompt adjustments and corrections and to supplement official monitoring. Improved supply to hospitals and food industries is possible by systematic flushing of plumbing networks and associated devices. Disinfection or point-of-use devices may meet the water quality requirements of special applications but need careful monitoring and maintenance to prevent water quality reversals. |
| PUB Date Free Form |
Sep 87 |
| Category Codes |
57U; 57K; 68D |
| NTIS Prices |
PC A03/MF A01 |
| Primary Description |
600/14 |
| Document Type |
NT |
| Cataloging Source |
NTIS/MT |
| Control Number |
733831421 |
| Origin |
NTIS |
| Type |
CAT |
