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Water Supply (Water Fittings) Regulations 1999

Regulations ensuring plumbing systems are installed and maintained to prevent contamination, wastage, misuse, undue consumption, and erroneous metering of water.

Private Water Supplies Regulations 2009

Legislation stipulating requirements for private water supplies, including risk assessments and testing for suitability for human consumption.

Aquifer

Groundwater that is typically of good quality, naturally filtered by the geological materials it passes through.

Submersible pump

A centrifugal pump designed to be submerged in water, pushing it from a borehole or well.

Borehole

A narrow shaft drilled into the ground to access groundwater, often smaller in diameter compared to wells.

Settlement tank

A tank designed to allow particulate matter in water to settle out before the water is used.

Pressure vessel

A component in a pumping system that helps store and manage pressure within the water system.

Surface water source

Water collected from rivers, streams, or ponds that can vary in quality and requires adequate filtration.

Filtration

The process of removing impurities or contaminants from water using various techniques or systems.

Water quality

A measure of the suitability of water for human consumption, which can be affected by various factors such as contamination.

Cistern

A tank for storing water, often used in conjunction with break cisterns for maintaining a stable water supply.

Risk assessment

An evaluation process to determine the risks associated with private water supply sources and storage.

Microbiological contamination

The presence of harmful microorganisms in water that can pose health risks.

Chemical quality

The assessment of the chemical composition of water to determine its safety for consumption.

Groundwater

Water located beneath the earth's surface, typically found in aquifers and available through wells.