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The Importance of Warning Signs for Non-Potable Water in Enhancing Public Safety
Warning signs for non-potable waters are designed to alert users and the general public about the hazards of non-potable water or situations affecting health and safety. The intention is to reduce the risk of exposure including serious accidents.
Non-potable (recycled) water sources include:
greywater
industrial wastewater
sewage (yellow water and black water).
Sites using non-potable water are required to display signage indicating its use.
The use of symbols is preferred as they are easily understood for people who may be exposed to non-potable water including:
children
people whose primary language is not English.
Symbols shall include the recommended international public information symbol for drinking water with the regulatory prohibition overlay in red.
Prohibition messages have a red circle and a slash symbol with a plain white interior
Non-Potable Water Sign
Sign Symbol of a tap with a glass of water underneath, in a red circle with a slash through it.
Word messages shall be complete within themselves regardless of whether a symbol is also used on the sign.
Signs shall have a white background with word legend in black in all cases.
Words shall be Non-potable Water Do not Drink / Avoid Contact
A black border with white surround may be placed around the sign board.
Sign Drinking water symbol as described above, with additional text underneath stating “Reclaimed water, Do not drink”.
Signage with text stating “Non potable water, Do not drink, Avoid contact”
Danger Signs
Danger signs have words only and messages that can only be classified as warnings of hazards and it is recommended when sewage is used.
Signs in this category are of a special design which incorporates the word DANGER in white letters on a red symbolic oval shape.
The signs shall comprise a white rectangle with black enclosure and white surround with the DANGER symbol on a black background placed above or to the left of the white rectangle.
Sign Black, red and white danger sign with symbol indicating the water should not be drunk and text stating: “Non potable water, do not use for drinking, washing or cooking”.
Emergency Information Signs
Emergency information signs shall comprise a white symbol or worded legend, or both, on a green rectangular sign with white enclosure.
Sign White text on green background stating “Safety shower and eye wash”.
Sign White symbols on a green background indicating an emergency shower and eye wash. Symbols accompanied by text stating: “Emergency shower and eye wash. In case of chemical splash wash for 15 minutes prior to medical treatment.”
Rules for sign usage
-Do:
paint signs directly on existing surfaces
remove signs if the information they contain or the location is no longer relevant
place signs as close as possible to the observer’s view
ensure sign messages are legible and clearly visible to all people
keep signs clean and in good condition
mark and label all pipes and use signs to indicate non-potable water reuse
check signs regularly and replace those that are deteriorated by the environment conditions
include explanation of signs the functions and meanings in the employee induction training programmes
sign materials should be selected taking into consideration its location.
-Don’t:
construct or erect signs in a way that they can harm people
have too many signs in the same area
place signs that can be obscured by physical obstruction.
Signs do not replace the need to implement risk prevention and other risk management measures.
Mandatory signs requirements for areas irrigated with non-potable (recycled) water
–Areas to be irrigated should be clearly designated with signs to indicate that contact must be avoided.
–All wastewater ponds, dams and tanks should be clearly sign posted.
–Mandatory signs (WHITE background with BLACK lettering) in broad irrigation areas must be a minimum of 20cm x 30cm in size with letterings of at least 20mm in height.
–Install signs around irrigation systems where non potable water is used to alert people that it is not drinking water (see example below). Safety signs must be fixed at all non-potable outlets.
–Signs should be worded as follows:
RECYCLED WASTEWATER – DO NOT DRINK / AVOID CONTACT.
–Variations also acceptable:
THIS OVAL IS IRRIGATED WITH RECYCLED WASTEWATER – DO NOT DRINK
NON-POTABLE WATER IN USE – AVOID CONTACT – DO NOT DRINK
RECYCLED WASTEWATER IRRIGATION – AVOID CONTACT – DO NOT DRINK
NOTICE – GREYWATER USED ON GARDENS & LAWNS – AVOID CONTACT.
Warning signs requirements for residential dual reticulation and in-house uses of non-potable water
–Non-potable outlets (connection and taps) must be clearly marked with warning signs WARNING DO-NOT DRINK or WATER NOT SUITABLE FOR DRINKING or similar in accordance with AS1319.
–Warning signs (yellow background with black lettering) must be permanently affixed above all taps for high exposure risk level recycled schemes as per Guidelines for the use of recycled water in WA.
–All safety signs must be attached securely above the outlet.
–Toilet cisterns require a warning sign, as an extra precaution.
Conclusion
Implementing non-potable water signs is crucial for enhancing safety awareness in any environment where non-potable water is present. These signs not only communicate essential information but also play a vital role in preventing accidents and protecting public health. By adhering to established guidelines and standards, organizations can foster a safer working environment, ensuring that everyone is informed and aware of the potential hazards associated with non-potable water.
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Reference
1.Warning signs for non-potable water schemes
https://www.health.wa.gov.au/Articles/U_Z/Warning-signs-for-non-potable-water-schemes
2.Non Potable Water Signs
https://safetykore.com/non-potable-water-signs/
