3 MONTHS Clean Inlet Canal and screens Ensure debris is cleared Ensure pipe is not blocked Ensure screen is cleared of debris EVERY MONTH PERFORM SANITARY SURVEY Complete risk score New risks are fixed ID: 1024532
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1. Surface Water SourceEVERY 3 MONTHSClean Inlet Canal and screensEnsure debris is clearedEnsure pipe is not blockedEnsure screen is cleared of debrisEVERY MONTHPERFORM SANITARY SURVEYComplete risk scoreNew risks are fixedWHEN BROKENRepair FenceNo animals can enterRepair Erosion DamageEnsure dam/intake won’t collapseRepair Cracks in Concrete/DamFix concrete cracks
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3. Spring Water SourceEVERY 6 MONTHSClean Spring AreaLeaves and soil are clearedRubbish is collectedAll pipes are cleanedEVERY MONTHPERFORM SANITARY SURVEYComplete risk scoreNew risks are fixedWHEN BROKENRepair FenceNo animals can enterRepair Cracks in Spring BoxFix concrete cracks
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5. Rainwater CaptureEVERY STORMDivert first flush (if system has one)After heavy rain drain foul flushReplace cap after drainingEVERY MONTHPERFORM SANITARY SURVEYComplete risk scoreNew risks are fixedClean tap collection areaEnsure grass is clearedEnsure rubbish is removedDisinfect tap
6. Rainwater CaptureWHEN BROKENRepair/Replace RoofEnsure no rust is presentEnsure roof is cleanEnsure roof is not leakingEnsure guttering is intactRepair TapEnsure tap is not leakingRepair ReservoirEnsure no cracks in reservoir wallEnsure no leaksEVERY 6 MONTHSClean and Disinfect ReservoirFollow procedure belowClean roof and guttersEnsure that no dirt/rubbish/animal droppings is on the roof or in the gutteringCleaning Procedure for Reservoir1. Drain any water in the tank to the level at the tap. Transfer water to a clean, contaminant-free storage or temporary vessel.2. If available, add no more than ½ a bottle of bleach to the remaining water in the tank. The ratio of bleach to water should be around 1 part bleach to 50 parts water.3. Climb inside the tank. Using a brush thoroughly scrub the bottom and sides of the tank. 4. Remove the remaining water and bleach solution.5. Refill the tank with water and leave overnight before use.
7. Open Dug Well / Hand PumpEVERY MONTHPERFORM SANITARY SURVEYComplete risk scoreNew risks are fixedClean apron collection areaEnsure rubbish is removedEnsure drainage is clearScrub concrete apronWash water collection e.g. bucket and/or hand pumpWHEN BROKENRepair Hand pumpEnsure water flows againRepair/Replace CoverEnsure open well is coveredRepair ApronEnsure no cracks in apron
8. Open Dug Well / Hand PumpAFTER EMERGENCY – FLOODING OR TIDAL SURGEClean and Rehabilitate WellSee instructions belowRepair DeliverySee items on previous pageCleaning and Rehabilitation Procedure for WellRepair or replace the pumping mechanism if damaged. This will allow the draining of polluted water from the well.Remove debris and polluted water from the well. SIMPLY DRAIN THIS AWAY, DO NOT DRINK.Re-seal the top of the well, to stop more surface water entering, using a simple clay sanitary seal.Reconstruct the concrete apron and well head.Follow the instructions below for relevant cleaning procedure.IF WELL HAS BEEN FLOODED WITH FRESHWATER DISINFECT THE WELL:Disinfect the well with a chlorine solution. The ratio of bleach to water should be around 1 part bleach to 50 parts water.Dewater the well and allow it to refill naturally.Repeat part B until the taste of chlorine in the water has diminished.IF WELL HAS BEEN FLOODED WITH SEAWATER:Allow for natural cleaning over time. Taste the water to check for salinity. USE THE WATER FOR WASHING AND CLEANING ONLY. Identify alternative drinking source during this time.Disinfect the well as stated in steps A-C.
9. Water StorageEVERY MONTHOpen and Close all valvesMake sure all valves operate to allow or stop water flowCheck all grates / screens / filters are in placeTo ensure no dirt or rubbish enters the reservoirTo make sure piping is not blockedEVERY MONTHPERFORM SANITARY SURVEYComplete risk scoreNew risks are fixed
10. Water StorageWHEN BROKENRepair FenceNo animals can enterRepair Taps/ValvesEnsure no leaks are presentRepair inlet screen/coverEnsure the tank is not open to the environmentRepair Cracks in TankEnsure no water is leakingEVERY 6 MONTHSClean and Disinfect ReservoirFollow procedure belowCleaning Procedure for Reservoir1. Drain any water in the tank to the level of the outflow pipe. Transfer water to a clean, contaminant-free storage or temporary tank where possible.2. If available, add no more than ½ a bottle of bleach to the remaining water in the tank. The ratio of bleach to water should be around 1 part bleach to 50 parts water.3. Climb inside the tank. Using a brush thoroughly scrub the bottom and sides of the tank. 4. Remove the remaining water and bleach solution.5. Refill the tank with water and leave overnight before use.
11. Piped DistributionEVERY MONTHClean Collection AreaEnsure Collection area is clear of dirt, rubbish and animal excretaEnsure taps and piping is cleanEVERY MONTHPERFORM SANITARY SURVEYComplete risk scoreNew risks are fixedWHEN BROKENRepair FenceNo animals can enterRepair Drainage areaFix cracks and ensure water can drain away without poolingRepair TapsEnsure no water is leakingRepair pipingEnsure no water is leaking
12. Piped DistributionAFTER EMERGENCY – FLOODING OR TIDAL SURGERehabilitate SupplySee instructions belowRepair SystemSee items on previous pageRehabilitation Procedure for Piped DistributionAssess the system and identify which part/s are leaking.Make sure the community has adequate amounts of water stored, and/or an alternative source of water. Shut off the system.Repair the breakages or leaks using whichever method is available.Restart the system and check for remaining leakages.Flush out the system to remove any dirt or sediment that may have entered. Do this by running the taps in the distribution for around 30-60 minutes.
13. Pour Flush ToiletEVERY WEEKClean/Disinfect ToiletCheck system isn’t blockedClean pan, seat and floorEVERY 3 MONTHSPERFORM SANITARY SURVEYComplete risk scoreNew risks are fixedWHEN BROKENRepair Pan/SeatEnsure no cracks or leaksRepair PipingEnsure no waste water leakageRepair StructureEnsure structure is safe & privateWHEN FULLClose/Empty PitEnsure full pit does not overflow
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15. Flush Toilet with Septic TankEVERY WEEKClean/Disinfect ToiletCheck system isn’t blockedClean pan, seat and floorEVERY 3 MONTHSPERFORM SANITARY SURVEYComplete risk scoreNew risks are fixedWHEN BROKENRepair Pan/SeatEnsure no cracks or leaksRepair PipingEnsure no waste water leakageRepair StructureEnsure structure is safe & privateEVERY 1 TO 5 YEARS / IF TANK IS FULLEmpty tank to safe environmentEnsure full tank does not overflow
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17. Compost ToiletEVERY WEEKClean/Disinfect ToiletCheck system isn’t blockedClean pan, seat and floorEVERY 3 MONTHSPERFORM SANITARY SURVEYComplete risk scoreNew risks are fixedAFTER EVERY USEAdd ashes or other organic materialEnsure material is availableEnsure a good mix of wet and dry waste
18. Compost ToiletWHEN BROKENRepair Pan/SeatEnsure no cracks or leaksRepair PipingEnsure no waste water leakageRepair StructureEnsure structure is safe & privateWHEN VAULT/BIN IS FULLSwitch to new vault/binEnsure full vault/bin does not overflowStore composted waste and use as fertiliserEnsure composted waste is used on soil and does not endanger fresh water sources