The effect of household storage tanks/vessels and user practices on the quality of water: a systematic review of literature
Abstract Background Household water storage remains a necessity in many communities worldwide, especially in the developing countries. Water storage often using tanks/vessels is envisaged to be a source of water contamination, along with related user practices. Several studies have investigated this...
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| author | Musa Manga Timothy G. Ngobi Lawrence Okeny Pamela Acheng Hidaya Namakula Elizabeth Kyaterekera Irene Nansubuga Nathan Kibwami |
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| description | Abstract Background Household water storage remains a necessity in many communities worldwide, especially in the developing countries. Water storage often using tanks/vessels is envisaged to be a source of water contamination, along with related user practices. Several studies have investigated this phenomenon, albeit in isolation. This study aimed at developing a systematic review, focusing on the impacts of water storage tank/vessel features and user practices on water quality. Methods Database searches for relevant peer-reviewed papers and grey literature were done. A systematic criterion was set for the selection of publications and after scrutinizing 1106 records, 24 were selected. These were further subjected to a quality appraisal, and data was extracted from them to complete the review. Results and discussion Microbiological and physicochemical parameters were the basis for measuring water quality in storage tanks or vessels. Water storage tank/vessel material and retention time had the highest effect on stored water quality along with age, colour, design, and location. Water storage tank/vessel cleaning and hygiene practices like tank/vessel covering were the user practices most investigated by researchers in the literature reviewed and they were seen to have an impact on stored water quality. Conclusions There is evidence in the literature that storage tanks/vessels, and user practices affect water quality. Little is known about the optimal tank/vessel cleaning frequency to ensure safe drinking water quality. More research is required to conclusively determine the best matrix of tank/vessel features and user practices to ensure good water quality. |
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| spelling | doaj.art-648c2d1e51764a68bbdf41f9f5b9fb3f2022-12-21T18:34:33ZengSpringerOpenEnvironmental Systems Research2193-26972021-02-0110112610.1186/s40068-021-00221-9The effect of household storage tanks/vessels and user practices on the quality of water: a systematic review of literatureMusa Manga0Timothy G. Ngobi1Lawrence Okeny2Pamela Acheng3Hidaya Namakula4Elizabeth Kyaterekera5Irene Nansubuga6Nathan Kibwami7Department of Construction Economics and Management, School of the Built Environment, Makerere UniversityDepartment of Construction Economics and Management, School of the Built Environment, Makerere UniversityDepartment of Construction Economics and Management, School of the Built Environment, Makerere UniversityDepartment of Construction Economics and Management, School of the Built Environment, Makerere UniversityDepartment of Construction Economics and Management, School of the Built Environment, Makerere UniversityDepartment of Civil Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Ndejje UniversityNational Water and Sewerage CorporationDepartment of Construction Economics and Management, School of the Built Environment, Makerere UniversityAbstract Background Household water storage remains a necessity in many communities worldwide, especially in the developing countries. Water storage often using tanks/vessels is envisaged to be a source of water contamination, along with related user practices. Several studies have investigated this phenomenon, albeit in isolation. This study aimed at developing a systematic review, focusing on the impacts of water storage tank/vessel features and user practices on water quality. Methods Database searches for relevant peer-reviewed papers and grey literature were done. A systematic criterion was set for the selection of publications and after scrutinizing 1106 records, 24 were selected. These were further subjected to a quality appraisal, and data was extracted from them to complete the review. Results and discussion Microbiological and physicochemical parameters were the basis for measuring water quality in storage tanks or vessels. Water storage tank/vessel material and retention time had the highest effect on stored water quality along with age, colour, design, and location. Water storage tank/vessel cleaning and hygiene practices like tank/vessel covering were the user practices most investigated by researchers in the literature reviewed and they were seen to have an impact on stored water quality. Conclusions There is evidence in the literature that storage tanks/vessels, and user practices affect water quality. Little is known about the optimal tank/vessel cleaning frequency to ensure safe drinking water quality. More research is required to conclusively determine the best matrix of tank/vessel features and user practices to ensure good water quality.https://doi.org/10.1186/s40068-021-00221-9Water qualityWater contaminationWater storage tank/vesselWater storage tank/vessel featuresWater users practices |
| spellingShingle | Musa Manga Timothy G. Ngobi Lawrence Okeny Pamela Acheng Hidaya Namakula Elizabeth Kyaterekera Irene Nansubuga Nathan Kibwami The effect of household storage tanks/vessels and user practices on the quality of water: a systematic review of literature Environmental Systems Research Water quality Water contamination Water storage tank/vessel Water storage tank/vessel features Water users practices |
| title | The effect of household storage tanks/vessels and user practices on the quality of water: a systematic review of literature |
| title_full | The effect of household storage tanks/vessels and user practices on the quality of water: a systematic review of literature |
| title_fullStr | The effect of household storage tanks/vessels and user practices on the quality of water: a systematic review of literature |
| title_full_unstemmed | The effect of household storage tanks/vessels and user practices on the quality of water: a systematic review of literature |
| title_short | The effect of household storage tanks/vessels and user practices on the quality of water: a systematic review of literature |
| title_sort | effect of household storage tanks vessels and user practices on the quality of water a systematic review of literature |
| topic | Water quality Water contamination Water storage tank/vessel Water storage tank/vessel features Water users practices |
| url | https://doi.org/10.1186/s40068-021-00221-9 |
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