This publication provides information on drinking water regulations, regulatory guidance, and advisories related to the latest SDWA regulations in a single, easy-to-follow document. This field guide brings together information produced by EPA, AWWA, and others, and presents the regulations in an understandable format.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 32 percent of waterborne disease outbreaks are caused by pathogen intrusion in the water distribution system. Incorporating disinfection practices for water mains and storage facilities can reduce the risk of microbial contamination. This handy guidebook provides all the correct field practices for preventing microbial contamination of the water flowing in water mains, storage tanks, and other distribution system components. NOTE TO WATER UTILITIES: To ensure that mains and storage facilities are properly disinfected prior to use,...

AWWA's most popular handbook for distribution operator personnel is an indispensable reference for operators and supervisors alike on water distribution system operation and equipment. This fourth edition is based on the operator certification knowledge requirements included in the Associated Boards of Certification (ABC) Need-To-Know criteria, as well as that of several state certification boards (e.g. California, Pennsylvania, and Texas). Several new chapters cover topics that have emerged since the publication of the last edition, and others, including the regulatory overview chapter, were...