There are a variety of treatment systems that can remove contaminants in drinking water. However, not all treatment systems are able to remove both microbiological and chemical contaminants and a combination of different treatment systems may be required.
The suitable treatment system required can be determined from the source water quality.
The following factsheets are available for download:
Before purchasing a treatment system obtain the following information from the manufacturer/distributor:
- Product specifications – including contaminants which it can remove
- Product certifications
- Maintenance requirements and costs
- Operating costs
Emergency treatment of drinking water
In emergency or disaster situations where there are no alternative sources of drinking water available, refer to: Emergency Treatment of Drinking Water Supplies (PDF 88KB)
Treatment chemicals and substances in contact with drinking water
Treatment chemicals and materials which come in contact with drinking water are required to be certified for use in drinking water applications. For further information, refer to: Materials and Substances in Contact with Drinking Water (PDF 166KB)
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Contact the Water Unit, Environmental Health Directorate: (08) 9388 4999.
