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Principles of water supply hygiene

This document sets out the principles to be considered by water undertakers in drawing up operational procedures for maintaining safe and wholesome drinking water supplies with specific focus being given to hygiene.

Technical guidance notes are subject to change from time to time and the readers should check this page for the latest version.

Please note that this document is managed by the Water UK policy team, and not the Water UK Standards Board.