��^�kK6�-���Q��LmjK_9ZA�KT 0 0000097599 00000 n 0000093392 00000 n 0000081031 00000 n While rapid microbiological methods are gradually being implemented (such as ATP bioluminescence techniques, or the use of fluorescent DNA-specific dyes) most microbiological assessments of pharmaceutical grade water are reliant upon cultural methods. 0000057477 00000 n The students worked in groups (of three to four), and everyone had to be involved in the whole experiment. 0000077839 00000 n 0000087854 00000 n A total of 48 microbiological, chemical and indicator parameters must be monitored and tested regularly. Water supplies are generally derived from ground sources and have to be checked for … 0000051861 00000 n The water samples collected at the public swimming area (Sampling Point 9) were assessed according to the guidelines set for bathing water. Scope This procedure is applicable for analysis of potable, purified and distilled water. A large range was found for all sampling points, which indicates a high yearly variation. Adams <]>> The combined results for water samples and all parameters from the 10-year period are presented in Fig. 0000064818 00000 n 0000089193 00000 n Burgess, B.I. Fecal pollution can be determined by examination of water for colon bacilli (E.coli). 0000023576 00000 n 0000056556 00000 n MICROBIOLOGICAL EXAMINATION OF DRINKING WATER _____ 26. 0000041163 00000 n 0000077661 00000 n 0000031613 00000 n 0000093224 00000 n [Article in German] Sassen J(1). Key elements in microbiology, laboratory practice and scientific evaluation introduced for students during water examination and evaluation. 0000018873 00000 n 0000021263 00000 n 0000033177 00000 n 0000020447 00000 n 0000061000 00000 n Enterococci are present in lower numbers (105–106 CFU g−1 for Enterococcus faecalis, the quantitatively most important of the enterococci) in human faeces than E. coli (106–109 CFU g−1) (Forsythe 2010). Responsibility Microbiology department. 0000093590 00000 n CH 0000000016 00000 n 0000021311 00000 n We encourage all students to discuss their results with a scientific approach, including evaluation of errors and factors that might influence the bacterial numbers. This part of ISO 7899 establishes a method for the detection and counting of intestinal enterococci in water by membrane filtration. 0000078527 00000 n The important fisheries and aquaculture sector in Norway has a need for highly educated and skilled workers, and many current employees have a higher degree in natural sciences. 0000012926 00000 n 0000086543 00000 n Microbiological Examination Methods of Food and Water (2 nd edition) is an illustrated laboratory manual that provides an overview of current standard microbiological culture methods for the examination of food and water, adhered to by renowned international organizations, such as ISO, AOAC, APHA, FDA and FSIS/USDA. The rope was tied around the bottle with the load at the lower part to ensure easy submergence into the water (Fig. 0000080861 00000 n 0000080486 00000 n 0000076915 00000 n The provision of reliable, safe drinking water requires drinking water purveyors to take a holistic approach to the management of drinking water supplies. 2012; 6: 130-7, article. 0000018294 00000 n 0000048475 00000 n World Water Day April-2011 29 ASSESSING MICROBIOLOGICAL SAFETY OF DRINKING WATER: A CASE STUDY OF ISLAMABAD, PAKISTAN By Dr. Imran Hashmi 1, Sara Qaiser, Syeda Asma, M. Talal Ali Khan and Sidra Abbas Abstract: The distribution of drinking water in networks is a technological challenge both in quantitative and qualitative terms. Good water quality is important in many settings, including those found for all drinking water systems, during food production and in fresh- and seawater for recreation and bathing activity. Microbiological analysis carried out in coconut waters before the fermentation showed the absence of total and thermotolerant coliforms in MPN/mL. 0000082450 00000 n 0000052390 00000 n 0000066922 00000 n 0000059198 00000 n The same preparation step was applied for all three parameters where 100 mL seawater was filtered through a 0.45 μm membrane filter by a water jet vacuum pump (Millipore) (Fig. 0000085239 00000 n 0000021407 00000 n 0000043871 00000 n 0000067300 00000 n Furthermore, the students should discuss the factors that might have influenced their results. 0000013233 00000 n II – Microbiological Water Quality Assessment (Catchment To Tap) - J.E. 1310 0 obj<> endobj The statements presented in the questionnaire about water analyses, the correct answers (as shown in parenthesis) and the percentage of correct responses among the students. Bacteria is fecal material and UV radiation and is used for keeping fish or shellfish operator... 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Water supplies are generally derived from ground sources and have to be checked for … 0000051861 00000 n The water samples collected at the public swimming area (Sampling Point 9) were assessed according to the guidelines set for bathing water. Scope This procedure is applicable for analysis of potable, purified and distilled water. A large range was found for all sampling points, which indicates a high yearly variation. Adams <]>> The combined results for water samples and all parameters from the 10-year period are presented in Fig. 0000064818 00000 n 0000089193 00000 n Burgess, B.I. Fecal pollution can be determined by examination of water for colon bacilli (E.coli). 0000023576 00000 n 0000056556 00000 n MICROBIOLOGICAL EXAMINATION OF DRINKING WATER _____ 26. 0000041163 00000 n 0000077661 00000 n 0000031613 00000 n 0000093224 00000 n [Article in German] Sassen J(1). Key elements in microbiology, laboratory practice and scientific evaluation introduced for students during water examination and evaluation. 0000018873 00000 n 0000021263 00000 n 0000033177 00000 n 0000020447 00000 n 0000061000 00000 n Enterococci are present in lower numbers (105–106 CFU g−1 for Enterococcus faecalis, the quantitatively most important of the enterococci) in human faeces than E. coli (106–109 CFU g−1) (Forsythe 2010). Responsibility Microbiology department. 0000093590 00000 n CH 0000000016 00000 n 0000021311 00000 n We encourage all students to discuss their results with a scientific approach, including evaluation of errors and factors that might influence the bacterial numbers. This part of ISO 7899 establishes a method for the detection and counting of intestinal enterococci in water by membrane filtration. 0000078527 00000 n The important fisheries and aquaculture sector in Norway has a need for highly educated and skilled workers, and many current employees have a higher degree in natural sciences. 0000012926 00000 n 0000086543 00000 n Microbiological Examination Methods of Food and Water (2 nd edition) is an illustrated laboratory manual that provides an overview of current standard microbiological culture methods for the examination of food and water, adhered to by renowned international organizations, such as ISO, AOAC, APHA, FDA and FSIS/USDA. The rope was tied around the bottle with the load at the lower part to ensure easy submergence into the water (Fig. 0000080861 00000 n 0000080486 00000 n 0000076915 00000 n The provision of reliable, safe drinking water requires drinking water purveyors to take a holistic approach to the management of drinking water supplies. 2012; 6: 130-7, article. 0000018294 00000 n 0000048475 00000 n World Water Day April-2011 29 ASSESSING MICROBIOLOGICAL SAFETY OF DRINKING WATER: A CASE STUDY OF ISLAMABAD, PAKISTAN By Dr. Imran Hashmi 1, Sara Qaiser, Syeda Asma, M. Talal Ali Khan and Sidra Abbas Abstract: The distribution of drinking water in networks is a technological challenge both in quantitative and qualitative terms. Good water quality is important in many settings, including those found for all drinking water systems, during food production and in fresh- and seawater for recreation and bathing activity. Microbiological analysis carried out in coconut waters before the fermentation showed the absence of total and thermotolerant coliforms in MPN/mL. 0000082450 00000 n 0000052390 00000 n 0000066922 00000 n 0000059198 00000 n The same preparation step was applied for all three parameters where 100 mL seawater was filtered through a 0.45 μm membrane filter by a water jet vacuum pump (Millipore) (Fig. 0000085239 00000 n 0000021407 00000 n 0000043871 00000 n 0000067300 00000 n Furthermore, the students should discuss the factors that might have influenced their results. 0000013233 00000 n II – Microbiological Water Quality Assessment (Catchment To Tap) - J.E. 1310 0 obj<> endobj The statements presented in the questionnaire about water analyses, the correct answers (as shown in parenthesis) and the percentage of correct responses among the students. Bacteria is fecal material and UV radiation and is used for keeping fish or shellfish operator... 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0000060822 00000 n The microbiological quality of rural column water at Kuala Terengganu was determined. 1. The results are submitted to the NFSA, and any non-conforming results will lead to new sampling from the NFSA. There are several official published methods based on MF, notably a series of ISO methods, such as ISO 9308-1 for coliforms and E. coli and ISO 7899-2 for enterococci. 0000066744 00000 n 0000032310 00000 n MICROBIOLOGICAL EXAMINATION of WATER and WASTEWATER Maria Csuros Csaba Csuros With Contributions By Klara Ver LEWIS PUBLISHERS Boca Raton London New York Washington, D.C. Microbiological Examination Methods of Food and Water is an illustrated laboratory manual that provides an overview of current standard microbiological culture methods for the examination of food and water, adhered to by renowned international organizations, such as ISO, AOAC, APHA, FDA and FSIS/USDA. What factors might have influenced your results? Sampling Points 1–3). 0000018536 00000 n Contaminated water is globally the main vehicle for microbial pathogens in most regions. 0000099382 00000 n 0000066051 00000 n 0000008208 00000 n K, Oxford University Press is a department of the University of Oxford. As many as 97% agreed that laboratory courses are important for learning microbiology, and that it is important to keep teaching seafood microbiology. 0000071383 00000 n 0000069807 00000 n 0000018685 00000 n The students presented the results and answered the following questions in their lab journal: How were the water sample results in your group compared with other groups? 0000033593 00000 n 0000063543 00000 n 0000057127 00000 n Microbiological tests have proven to be an indispensable part of environmental contaminant detection. xref at Sampling Point 1. This document was archived on ... 2 Microbiological methods 3 Empirical and physical methods 4 Metals and metalloids 0000052957 00000 n 0000061750 00000 n 0000082850 00000 n Drinking water utilities and researchers continue to rely on the century-old heterotrophic plate counts (HPC) method for routine assessment of general microbiological water quality. 0000053153 00000 n 0000033234 00000 n (B) Three-manifoil funnel water filtering system (Millipore) with a water jet vacuum pump. Such methods apply detection of certain groups of bacteria that function as indicators for faecal contamination, a principle that had already been suggested in the 19th century (Schardinger 1892; Smith 1895). 0000067644 00000 n 1310 387 0000073227 00000 n Methods for the Examination of Waters and Associated Materials. Household drinking water samples were collected and assayed for Thermotolerant Coliforms (TTC), and physicochemical analyses were conducted for village drinking water sources. 0000054089 00000 n 0000020831 00000 n Approximately 94% replied that they learned about microbiology when they wrote the lab journal, and 87% replied that the feedback they got on the journal was useful. Microbiology. 0000018585 00000 n Despite help on how to do this, many students find this challenging. 0000091390 00000 n Still, several students find the exam task about dilutions difficult to solve. 2B). 0000057860 00000 n Properly treated and disinfected water will not contain E. coli. 0000032367 00000 n Such natu-ral water supplies are likely to be polluted with domestic and industrial water. archived . 0000033295 00000 n 0000020735 00000 n E.C (Electrical conductivity), TDS (total dissolved solids), Salinity, pH and DO (Dissolve oxygen) were analyzed for … 0000071778 00000 n 0000026683 00000 n Singh 0000013032 00000 n It has been used for many years as an indicator of contamination by faecal matter. It is widely recognized that microbiological risks are considered a top priority in drinking water management and that the microbiological quality of drinking water should never be compromised. Students report results from the water samples in the laboratory journal, together with the answers to the questions provided. 0000032994 00000 n We suspect that the level of contamination changes along the peninsula, and that the water samples collected at the inner harbour are more contaminated than those from the swimming area, which should resemble the general microbiota of seawater. microbiological quality of drinking water. 0000076203 00000 n Areas with good water quality should hold less than 2.3 and 2.7 log CFU 100 mL−1 (200 and 500 CFU 100 mL−1) for enterococci and E. coli (thermo-tolerant coliforms) (Council Directive 2006/7/EC; European Commission 2006), respectively. 0000049722 00000 n 0000080308 00000 n The Microbiology of Drinking Water (2012) - Part 7 - Methods for the enumeration of heterotrophic bacteria . This paper presents a complete experimental design for water analyses as a tool to teach students the methods and other key elements in microbiology, including food safety, environmental dissemination and survival of microorganisms, laboratory practices, water legislation and critical evaluation of results. 0000050437 00000 n 0000071037 00000 n Good water quality is important in many settings, including those found for all drinking water systems, during food production and in fresh- and seawater for recreation and bathing activity. 0000072853 00000 n 0000057658 00000 n 0000084148 00000 n 0000061580 00000 n Completed test Presumptive test Prepare medium either Mac conkey broth or lactose broth in a single and double strength concentration.1 For polluted water put the double strength medium in 10 tubes and single strength medium in 5 tubes and then add durham tubes in inverted position to each of these tubes. This document was archived on 12/11/2018. This booklet contains two methods for the enumeration of heterotrophic bacteria and replaces the earlier booklet published in 2007. on . Heavy precipitation as rainfall might lead to increased run-offs from land and overflow water from the sewage network, which may increase the bacterial numbers in the water: the questionnaire reveals that 100% of the participants agreed with this statement, but 42% thought that precipitation also could reduce the bacterial numbers by dilution. 0000054285 00000 n In general, World Health Organization's guidelines for drinking water and the opinion of the Commission's Scientific Advisory Committee are used as the scientific basis for the quality standards in the drinking water. In particular, the spread of enteric viruses, e.g. 4). 0000033539 00000 n To examine the general number of bacteria (aerobic plate count) in the samples, cultivation in Water Plate Count Agar (WPCA) was applied (ISO 6222:2010). 0000020351 00000 n 0000050990 00000 n Cronk 0000055791 00000 n In total 34 students replied (Table 2). This paper aims to describe one of the experiments conducted during this course. 0000073426 00000 n Questionnaires used with former students reveal that the laboratory course is highly appreciated, and that many students remember important aspects of the water analyses, even after several years. 0000071215 00000 n 0000020543 00000 n Filled bottles were closed and brought to the laboratory for analysis within some hours. 0000020495 00000 n 0000032709 00000 n 0000080136 00000 n The results from the questionnaire about water analyses comply with our own perception that some students find it difficult to differentiate between mixing samples in culture media and making dilutions from samples. In water systems with inadequate quality control and sanitation, water could act as a vehicle for pathogenic microorganisms that originate from the faeces of wildlife including birds, livestock and pet animals, as well as humans. 0000048808 00000 n 0000089391 00000 n 0000079961 00000 n [Examination of drinking water used in livestock production. The maximum acceptable concentration for bacteria is zero organisms detectable per 100 mL of water. 0000079583 00000 n The presence of waterborne disease-causing microorganisms in drinking water may result in gastrointestinal illness or diarrhea. Contents Chapter 1 Scope and History of Microbiology 1.1 Microbes and Microbiology 1.1.1 General Concepts of Microbiology 1.1.2 Size of Microorganisms 1.1.3 Unicellular and Noncellular Organisms After filtration, the membrane filters were transferred to appropriate agar plates facing upwards. Radji M, Oktavia H, Suryadi H. Bacteriological examination of refilled drinking water in some of the refilled drinking water depots in the area of Lenteng Agung and Srengseng Sawah, Jakarta Selatan. 0000074156 00000 n Teaching future microbiologist and employees in the food industry on the importance of hygienically satisfactory water, microbiological analyses and how to ensure good water quality and safety is highly relevant. 0000020927 00000 n A and B designate tanks supplied with treated seawater originating near the bottom at station 3, and used for keeping live fish at the Bergen fish market. The course applies to all students with an interest in food microbiology, and in particular to students in microbiology, biology, marine biology, aquaculture biology, fish health biology and nutrition studies. Figure 2: Probiotic drink based on coconut water after 12 hours of fermentation at 36°C. Search the information of the editorial board members by name. For … 0000059938 00000 n [17] APHA. 0000058627 00000 n 0000081931 00000 n 0000092675 00000 n Aim: The aim of this study was to assess the microbiological quality of Ghanaian bottled and plastic‐bagged drinking water sold on the streets of Metropolitan Kumasi, Ghana. 0000062447 00000 n 0000072675 00000 n 0000020255 00000 n Microbiological examination of drinking water • Culture media for colony count • Culture media for the detec- tion of: Escherichia coli, Enterococci, Clostridium perfringens, Pseudomonas aeruginosa Culture media for the microbiological examinations in pharmaceutical … 0000021215 00000 n If there is a delay in the examination of the sample, it should be stored at a temperature between 0 and 10°C. Author information: (1)Zentrales Institut des Sanitätsdienstes der Bundeswehr, … 0000018735 00000 n The Guidelines for Canadian Drinking Water Quality – Summary Table, Health Canada (August 2012) lists the national standards for microbial quality in drinking water. 0000034444 00000 n Seawater samples were collected at the same location for all 10 classes, at nine sampling points along the Nordnes peninsula and the cove into Bergen city, in Norway (Fig. the seafood. 0000053521 00000 n 2C) and were identifies as presumptive E. coli by inoculation and incubation in EC-broth with an inverted Durham tube for gas collection, and their ability to produce indole from tryptophan examined using Kovac's reagent. 0000051513 00000 n 0000086944 00000 n A total of 48 microbiological, chemical and indicator parameters must be monitored and tested regularly. the NFSA. 0000018438 00000 n MR • Clean and disinfect the sampling location area using a bacterial disinfectant (alcohol, bleach, etc.) The likely source of contamination, the one time it was detected, could be the fish handlers that sometimes pick fish by hand or buyers that submerge hands in the water. R However, the enterococci are known to survive better in the environment and may therefore be an indicator for older faecal contamination (Noble, Lee and Schiff 2004). 0000048033 00000 n Several of the microorganisms included in the seafood microbiology curriculum and in the laboratory practical are potentially pathogenic to humans, and a great effort is made to underpin the importance of safe laboratory practice (European Commission 2000) to prevent any laboratory-acquired infections. 0000070155 00000 n Plates were incubated aerobically at 22 ± 2°C for 68 ± 4 h. All colonies appearing were counted and the results were reported as log colony forming units (CFU) mL−1. In those cases where the filtered volume had to be adjusted, the students had to multiply the results obtained accordingly. 2A). The microbiological examination is still remaining important way to control purity of the water and it suitably for drinking purpose. 0000038693 00000 n Microbiological Examination Methods of Food and Water is an illustrated laboratory manual that provides an overview of current standard microbiological culture methods for the examination of food and water, adhered to by renowned international organizations, such as ISO, AOAC, APHA, FDA and FSIS/USDA. 0000050815 00000 n 0000097778 00000 n However, the questionnaire about keeping fish indicates that the students are not sure about which guidelines apply for fish tanks. Bain 0000067812 00000 n Since safe drinking water is essential for good health, drinking water must be free of pathogens. Moreover, there are many types of pathogen and each requires a unique microbiological isolation technique. CFU mL−1) with log-transformed values and all parameters in the same figure (like in Fig. 0000050265 00000 n 0000061922 00000 n Information about the pathogenic agents involved in the lab course, e.g. The MPN method looks for the presence of potential pathogenic bacteria that may be in the water due to contamination of the water supply. 0000067977 00000 n (A) A rope with a plumb load and a sterile bottle used for aseptic collection of water samples. 0000065509 00000 n 0000058424 00000 n 0000088824 00000 n 0000049341 00000 n 0000090869 00000 n 0000059398 00000 n If the indicators are found, the water may be contaminated with fecal material and, therefore, may not be safe to drink. The achievements were at first evaluated through the lab journal, and secondly through the two online questionnaires (www.surveymonkey.com), which were distributed to former students back to 2006. 0000031792 00000 n What does the future hold for microbiological water AQC? 0000020639 00000 n The sample and the agar were mixed by moving the plates in circles. From a lecturer's point of view, we think that this practical introduces the students to several important key elements in microbiology, including theory, laboratory practice and scientific training. 0000073028 00000 n 1 This means bioburden results are not available until several days have elapsed 2, a fact which places considerable emphasis … 0000018150 00000 n 0000025105 00000 n 0000075437 00000 n Globally, huge efforts are put into improving and monitoring drinking water safety, but still it is estimated that 1.1 billion people have water sources regularly contaminated with faecal microorganisms (Bain et al.2014; World Health Organization 2014). Microbial Abst 1975; 10(9): 10878.] 0000055987 00000 n All rights reserved. 0000084874 00000 n The first questionnaire presented nine statements about the laboratory course in general, and the students could check for ‘Agree’, ‘Neutral’ or ‘Disagree’. 0000017910 00000 n It is a microbiological analytical procedure which uses samples of water and from these samples determines the concentration of bacteria. Most students understand that the bacteria would have to originate from the fish itself. 0000032652 00000 n For thermo-tolerant coliforms, m-FC agar (Difco) was used and plates were incubated in a temperate water bath at 44.5 ± 0.2°C for 22 ± 2 h. Blue colonies were counted (Fig. 0000020879 00000 n 0000074515 00000 n Standard methods for the examination of water and wastewater. 0000069607 00000 n Water is screened for the presence of fecal contamination by testing for the presence of an indicator microorganism. 0000072307 00000 n 0000051160 00000 n Satisfactory results were found every year with the exception of 2009 (>2.7 log CFU 100 mL−1 thermo-tolerant coliforms), 2010 and 2015 (>2.3 log CFU 100 mL−1 enterococci). �62Z�1Q����{ce]��Xh��� �H��m4�fk�2.�l�M2l c"�M{sJ*��ne)~P�3W�3;�M-��A;��]ݱ+����Ԯ&5[)�)8��Au+�����y>��^�kK6�-���Q��LmjK_9ZA�KT 0 0000097599 00000 n 0000093392 00000 n 0000081031 00000 n While rapid microbiological methods are gradually being implemented (such as ATP bioluminescence techniques, or the use of fluorescent DNA-specific dyes) most microbiological assessments of pharmaceutical grade water are reliant upon cultural methods. 0000057477 00000 n The students worked in groups (of three to four), and everyone had to be involved in the whole experiment. 0000077839 00000 n 0000087854 00000 n A total of 48 microbiological, chemical and indicator parameters must be monitored and tested regularly. Water supplies are generally derived from ground sources and have to be checked for … 0000051861 00000 n The water samples collected at the public swimming area (Sampling Point 9) were assessed according to the guidelines set for bathing water. Scope This procedure is applicable for analysis of potable, purified and distilled water. A large range was found for all sampling points, which indicates a high yearly variation. Adams <]>> The combined results for water samples and all parameters from the 10-year period are presented in Fig. 0000064818 00000 n 0000089193 00000 n Burgess, B.I. Fecal pollution can be determined by examination of water for colon bacilli (E.coli). 0000023576 00000 n 0000056556 00000 n MICROBIOLOGICAL EXAMINATION OF DRINKING WATER _____ 26. 0000041163 00000 n 0000077661 00000 n 0000031613 00000 n 0000093224 00000 n [Article in German] Sassen J(1). Key elements in microbiology, laboratory practice and scientific evaluation introduced for students during water examination and evaluation. 0000018873 00000 n 0000021263 00000 n 0000033177 00000 n 0000020447 00000 n 0000061000 00000 n Enterococci are present in lower numbers (105–106 CFU g−1 for Enterococcus faecalis, the quantitatively most important of the enterococci) in human faeces than E. coli (106–109 CFU g−1) (Forsythe 2010). Responsibility Microbiology department. 0000093590 00000 n CH 0000000016 00000 n 0000021311 00000 n We encourage all students to discuss their results with a scientific approach, including evaluation of errors and factors that might influence the bacterial numbers. This part of ISO 7899 establishes a method for the detection and counting of intestinal enterococci in water by membrane filtration. 0000078527 00000 n The important fisheries and aquaculture sector in Norway has a need for highly educated and skilled workers, and many current employees have a higher degree in natural sciences. 0000012926 00000 n 0000086543 00000 n Microbiological Examination Methods of Food and Water (2 nd edition) is an illustrated laboratory manual that provides an overview of current standard microbiological culture methods for the examination of food and water, adhered to by renowned international organizations, such as ISO, AOAC, APHA, FDA and FSIS/USDA. The rope was tied around the bottle with the load at the lower part to ensure easy submergence into the water (Fig. 0000080861 00000 n 0000080486 00000 n 0000076915 00000 n The provision of reliable, safe drinking water requires drinking water purveyors to take a holistic approach to the management of drinking water supplies. 2012; 6: 130-7, article. 0000018294 00000 n 0000048475 00000 n World Water Day April-2011 29 ASSESSING MICROBIOLOGICAL SAFETY OF DRINKING WATER: A CASE STUDY OF ISLAMABAD, PAKISTAN By Dr. Imran Hashmi 1, Sara Qaiser, Syeda Asma, M. Talal Ali Khan and Sidra Abbas Abstract: The distribution of drinking water in networks is a technological challenge both in quantitative and qualitative terms. Good water quality is important in many settings, including those found for all drinking water systems, during food production and in fresh- and seawater for recreation and bathing activity. 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