Drinking Water
In a situation in which the drinking water in a residence is found to contain unacceptably high levels of bacteria, the occupant is advised to follow the recommendations listed below:
Safety Recommendations
1. Drinking Water and Food Preparation...
About one half of PEI residents and business are serviced by central water supply or wastewater treatment systems, including systems that meet the needs of municipal and industrial customers, private developments or other establishments that serve the...
Chemical disinfection or chlorination of a water supply is suggested when a well has been found to be contaminated by bacteria. New wells and repaired wells, and any associated plumbing, should be disinfected before being put into service. The routine...
Bacterial contamination is the most common water quality problem faced by private well owners. This information sheet will lead you through the step-by-step procedure to deal with cases of bacterial contamination of private wells.
Step 1: Results of...
The Pesticide Monitoring Program samples groundwater (drinking water wells), stream water and stream sediment.
Drinking Water Well Sampling
Over 100 groundwater drinking wells are monitored annually, including those that provide drinking water to...
Do I need to have my drinking water tested?
It is generally recommended that homeowners using drinking water from their own well should get their water tested for bacteria at least once a year and should have a chemical analysis of their well water done...