Field Services
Disinfecting Water Mains
This is AWWA C651 – this is the service for disinfecting water mains regardless of size. Our patented injection method of Continuous feed is what we specialize in and is the most commonly used.
Chlorinating/Disinfecting Potable Water Mains
Potable water main chlorination and water main disinfection is a process used in water pipelines to kill and remove harmful bacteria (especially coliform bacteria) as confirmed by laboratory analysis. The ultimate goal of this process is to eliminate waterborne pathogens that pose a risk to cause an outbreak of disease.
Using a chlorine solution containing sodium hypochlorite, the solution is injected into the water mains to oxidize microbiological material, organic, and inorganic compounds.
It becomes necessary for health and safety reasons and required by government rules and regulations that potable water mains be chlorinated/disinfected:
- Prior to newly constructed potable water mains being put into use
- Prior to existing potable water mains being put into service after being put out of service for upgrades
- When water mains have tested positive for coliform bacteria
Environmental Systems Testing Services strictly uses and adheres to the water main chlorination, water main sterilization and water main disinfection methods as detailed in specifications and in accordance with A.W.W.A. and EPA Standards.
