Microbial Source Tracking
AquaVic™ has the expertise to provide a service that identifies for clients the source of microbial
contamination in water. Typical sources of contamination
are wildlife, agricultural activities (for example
cattle), and human waste.
This service can be invaluable for water managers, particularly
in watersheds subject to multiple use. The service can help a water manager in the following way:
- manage risks to public health,
- pinpoint
sources of contamination,
- reduce the need
to spend money on expensive treatment facilities,
- respond rapidly to public concerns about threats
to drinking water, and aquatic ecosystems.
- meet regulatory requirements,
- determine responsibility for managing the
source of pollution.
The use of this service
demonstrates due diligence through application
of leading-edge technology to the sustainable
management of watersheds.
Who Benefits from Microbial Source Tracking
Managers of water supply utilities, and local
authorities who are responsible for the health
and safety of public swimming areas use Microbial Source Tracking. It is a cost-effective tool for regulators
concerned about malfunctioning septic tank installations,
and operators of facilities such as oyster farms
where the bacterial quality of the water is of
paramount importance. This service is also
employed by community groups and environmental
organizations who work towards the remediation
of environmental contamination. It may also be
used by organizations who wish to demonstrate
that their activities are not the source of a
specific water contamination problem.
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