Techniques For Sampling Drinking Water (1970)

The film emphasizes the significance of water as a fundamental resource for life and highlights the need to protect it from natural and man-made pollutants.

The film explains the role of a water sampler in collecting representative samples of drinking water for laboratory analysis. It outlines four key principles for proper sampling procedures, which include selecting a clean and uncontaminated tap, handling the sample container and cap carefully to avoid contamination, recording all relevant data clearly on the container and in a field log, and ensuring the water samples are transported with care to maintain their quality.

The film uses a fictional character named Joe, who consistently neglects the proper sampling principles, to illustrate the potential consequences of careless sampling practices. It emphasizes that accurate and valid water samples are essential for assessing and maintaining the quality of the community’s drinking water.

Overall, the film aims to educate water samplers on the importance of their role in preserving the quality of drinking water and emphasizes the need to follow proper sampling procedures to ensure accurate results.

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