Water safety: one of the primary objectives of our time

Carlo Collivignarelli

doi:10.4136/ambi-agua.1994

Abstract

This article discusses the benefits of an innovative approach to the problem of water security introduced by WHO in 2004, through the establishment of the Water Safety Plan (WSP). It was recently included in Commission Directive (EU) 2015/1787 – October 6, 2015 – the implementation of which is expected in the EU countries by 27 October 2017. The WSP is the most effective means of consistently ensuring the safety of a drinking water supply. The method is based on the use of a comprehensive risk assessment and risk management approach that involves all steps in water supply from catchment to consumer. The knowledge acquired by some experiences of WSP application, both inItalyand in countries with limited resources, is proving the effectiveness of the model as the best way to manage drinking water systems and protect public health.

Highlights

Este artigo discute os benefícios de uma abordagem inovadora para o problema da segurança da água introduzido pela OMS em 2004, por meio do estabelecimento do Plano de Segurança da Água
In goal 6, it is of note that the basic requirements for "drinking water" are: “quantity”, "quality”, “continuity”, “coverage” and “cost”
The Water Safety Plan (WSP) redefines the drinking water control mode, which is today based upon monitoring of limited segments of the "waterworks system", and turning it into a "global system of risk management from collection to the point of use"

Summary

Introduction

Este artigo discute os benefícios de uma abordagem inovadora para o problema da segurança da água introduzido pela OMS em 2004, por meio do estabelecimento do Plano de Segurança da Água (acrônimo em Inglês WSP). The WSP redefines the drinking water control mode, which is today based upon monitoring of limited segments of the "waterworks system" (withdrawal – processing – distribution), and turning it into a "global system of risk management from collection to the point of use".

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