Domestic and potable water systems must be designed and maintained according to the rules for classification and construction of seagoing ships stated by the relevant
classification societies regulations (for instance LR, ABS, DNV GL, BV etc.), ISO and Nationals standards.

Methods of receiving and storaging of freshwater influents on its sanitary and bacteriological properties. The properties of potable water regulates by WHO and National sanitary regulations.

Drinking water can spread a number of serious diseases. Therefore, a number of special requirements are imposed on water quality. Drinking water which loaded on shipboard must be fresh, clear, without smell, non-harmful in chemical content and does not contain pathogens. The quality of the water shall comply with a quality standard specified by the receiving country or port. For instance, in the European Union the quality of the water shall comply with the Directive 98/83/EC.

International Labour Organization (ILO) Convention C133 defines minimum standards for 

The leading guiding document for employees of sanitary and epidemiological institutions of the Ministry of Health of Ukraine, carrying out sanitary and epidemiological supervision of water transport is the State sanitary rules for river vessels of Ukraine DSP 7.7.4.-048-1999. The rules consist of two parts. The first part reflects the requirements to be met in the design, construction and repair of ships and relating to the water supply system. The second part includes the requirements for the operation of the water supply system to be met during the ships operation.

The drinking water quality shall comply with the requirements of National Standard DSTU 7525:2014 Drinking water. Quality control requirements and methods.

 

 


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