PDF-Coliform Bacteria in Drinking Waterfor Well Owners

Animal WasteAbandoned Unplugged WellWellRainfallAquiferGroundwaterImproperly Maintained Sep31c SysteBedrockColiforBacteriSprinklerWhat are coliform bacteriaColiform bacteria are found in soil surface. Most coliform bacteria do not cause illness but they can indicate that other diseasecausing organisms are present in the water Waterborne illness from these other organisms can cause nausea vomiting fever and diarrhea Total coliform fecal coliform a Any present Coliform Bacteria is considered potentially hazardous Coliform Bacteria include E Coli Bacteria E Coli Bacteria come from human and animal fecal waste diarrhea cramps nausea headaches or other symptoms special health risk for infants you Iron in drinking water Guidelines. Iron is essential for humans. Where does the iron that we need come from??. Usually from the food that we eat – not necessary in water. Canadian Drinking Water Quality GL is . PREPARED UNDER THE GUIDANCE OF. DR. ARUN KUMAR. ASSTT PROFESSOR IIT DELHI. Prepared by:. Purbashree Sarmah(2014CEV2092). Surya Sujathan(2014CEV2094). Madhur Chachondia(2014CEV2586). Ganga . water facing . Iron in drinking water Guidelines. Iron is essential for humans. Where does the iron that we need come from??. ___________________________________– not necessary in water. Canadian Drinking Water Quality GL is ______. Andrea M. Fredenburg. Kentucky Division of Water. TMDL Section. February 19, 2013. Agenda. Review KY’s bacteria criteria. Show sample site locations and data summary. Show bacteria impaired segments. DWW screen shot of search page. DWW screen shot result of PWS search list. DWW screen shot of Water System Detail page. DWW screen shot of coliform results. DWW screen shot of coliform results emphasis on assessment . ND147Not Detected148 150 No coliform organisms were detected in the water sampleThe sample met the state drinking water standard for bacteriological qualityat the time of sampling Similar results may 147Indicator148 organismsWater pollution caused by fecal contamination is a serious problem due to the potential for contracting diseases from pathogens disease-causing organisms Frequently concentrat Bacteria Bacteria in your well water Take actionBacteria are also known as germs You may also hear the term 145coliform bacteria146 Bacteria are part of the natural world and are everywhere Some are h E. coliTotal coliformTotal coliform = Environmental contaminationFecal coliformFecal coliform and E. coli = Fecal contaminationE. coli O157:H7 You should test for coliform bacteria at least once a yea Coliform bacteria Most strains of coliform bacteria are harmless and live in the intestines of healthy humans and animals. Coliforms indicate that water may be contaminated with sewage or similar and Radiation Protection“Protect and improve the health of all Ohioans by preventing disease, promoting good health and assuring access to quality care.” Total and Fecal Coliform Bacteria A Public water systems must deliver safe and reliable drinking water to their customers 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. If the water supply becomes contaminated, consumers can get s eriously ill. Fo