The Chlorine Revolution

The Chlorine Revolution
Author: Michael J. McGuire
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2013
Genre: History
ISBN: 9781583219133

"Perhaps no other advancement of public health has been as significant. Yet, few know the intriguing story of a simple idea-disinfecting public water systems with chlorine-that in just 100 years has saved more lives than any other single health development in human history. At the turn of the 20th century, most scientists and doctors called the addition of chloride of lime, a poisonous chemical, to public water supplies not only a preposterous idea but also an illegal act - until a courageous physician, Dr. John L. Leal, working with George W. Fuller, the era's greatest sanitary engineer, proved it could be done safely and effectively on a large scale. This is the first book to tell the incredible true story of the first use of chlorine to disinfect a city water supply, in Jersey City, New Jersey, in 1908. This important book also corrects misinformation long-held in the historical record about who was responsible for this momentous event, giving overdue recognition to the true hero of the story-an unflagging champion of public health, Dr. John L. Leal."--Back cover.

White's Handbook of Chlorination and Alternative Disinfectants

White's Handbook of Chlorination and Alternative Disinfectants
Author: Black & Veatch Corporation
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 1109
Release: 2011-09-20
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1118210557

New edition covers the latest practices, regulations, and alternative disinfectants Since the publication of the Fourth Edition of White's Handbook of Chlorination and Alternative Disinfectants more than ten years ago, the water industry has made substantial advances in their understanding and application of chlorine, hypochlorite, and alternative disinfectants for water and wastewater treatment. This Fifth Edition, with its extensive updates and revisions, reflects the current state of the science as well as the latest practices. Balancing theory with practice, the Fifth Edition covers such important topics as: Advances in the use of UV and ozone as disinfectants Alternative disinfectants such as chlorine dioxide, iodine, and bromine-related products Advanced oxidation processes for drinking water and wastewater treatment New developments and information for the production and handling of chlorine Latest regulations governing the use of different disinfectants For each disinfectant, the book explains its chemistry, effectiveness, dosing, equipment, and system design requirements. Moreover, the advantages and disadvantages of each disinfectant are clearly set forth. References at the end of each chapter guide readers to the primary literature for further investigation. Authored and reviewed by leading experts in the field of water and wastewater treatment, this Fifth Edition remains an ideal reference for utilities, regulators, engineers, and plant operators who need current information on the disinfection of potable water, wastewater, industrial water, and swimming pools.

Management of Legionella in Water Systems

Management of Legionella in Water Systems
Author: National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine
Publisher: National Academies Press
Total Pages: 291
Release: 2020-02-20
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 030949382X

Legionnaires' disease, a pneumonia caused by the Legionella bacterium, is the leading cause of reported waterborne disease outbreaks in the United States. Legionella occur naturally in water from many different environmental sources, but grow rapidly in the warm, stagnant conditions that can be found in engineered water systems such as cooling towers, building plumbing, and hot tubs. Humans are primarily exposed to Legionella through inhalation of contaminated aerosols into the respiratory system. Legionnaires' disease can be fatal, with between 3 and 33 percent of Legionella infections leading to death, and studies show the incidence of Legionnaires' disease in the United States increased five-fold from 2000 to 2017. Management of Legionella in Water Systems reviews the state of science on Legionella contamination of water systems, specifically the ecology and diagnosis. This report explores the process of transmission via water systems, quantification, prevention and control, and policy and training issues that affect the incidence of Legionnaires' disease. It also analyzes existing knowledge gaps and recommends research priorities moving forward.

Water Chlorination

Water Chlorination
Author: Jolley
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 1046
Release: 1990-06-21
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9780873711678

This is a comprehensive examination of the chemistry, environmental impact, and health effects of water chlorination as practiced in the areas of water treatment, wastewater treatment, wastewater disinfection, and cooling water use. It is the peer-reviewed proceedings of the Sixth Conference on Water Chlorination held in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. The volume represents more than merely conference proceedings. Organized in a systematic and holistic fashion, it can be read either as a scientific treatise or selectively as individual research and development papers. This unique text includes all the ramifications of water chlorination practice and presents the most significant original research and developments of recent occurrence.

Water Treatment Operator Handbook

Water Treatment Operator Handbook
Author: Nicholas G. Pizzi
Publisher: American Water Works Association
Total Pages: 268
Release: 2011-01-12
Genre: Science
ISBN: 9781613000205

AWWA's most popular training handbook for water treatment operators, this handy guide provides a complete introduction to water treatment operations and equipment. It is excellent for certification exam study

Water Disinfection

Water Disinfection
Author: Kelly M. Buchanan
Publisher: Nova Science Pub Incorporated
Total Pages: 284
Release: 2011
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9781611220216

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Basic Water Treatment for Application World-wide

Basic Water Treatment for Application World-wide
Author: George Smethurst
Publisher: Thomas Telford
Total Pages: 228
Release: 1988
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9780727713315

A text which concentrates on the essentials of water treatment, the practicalities and systems which will not only provide what is needed at least cost but go on providing it with a minimum of skilled maintenance.

Chlorination of Water

Chlorination of Water
Author: Joseph Race
Publisher: Legare Street Press
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2023-07-18
Genre:
ISBN: 9781020904318

This book provides an in-depth analysis of the chlorination of water, including the benefits and potential risks associated with this process. With a detailed overview of the history of water chlorination and the scientific principles behind it, this book is an essential resource for professionals in the fields of public health, environmental science, and water treatment. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.