Cyanobacteria & Cyanotoxins
The following links provide information on cyanobacteria, otherwise known as blue-green algae and their cyanotoxins.
Abstracts
Acute animal and human poisonings from cyanotoxin exposure — A review of the literature
A Costly Endeavor: Addressing Algae Problems in a Water Supply
A Cyanotoxin Primer for Drinking Water Professionals
A review of cyanobacteria and cyanotoxins removal/inactivation in drinking water treatment
Biodegradation of microcystin-LR by indigenous mixed bacterial populations
Blooming algae: a Canadian perspective on the rise of toxic cyanobacteria
Controlling Attached Blue‐Green Algae With Copper Sulfate
Efficient removal of microcystin-LR by UVC/ H2O2 in synthetic and natural water samples
Evaluating expected microcystin removal at three Ontario drinking water treatment plants
Everything a Manager Should Know About Algal Toxins but Was Afraid to Ask
Fluorescence as a Surrogate for the Release of Intracellular Material From Cyanobacteria
Granular Activated Carbon for the Removal of Seasonally Present Microcystin-LR
Impacts of Potassium Permanganate and Powdered Activated Carbon on Cyanotoxin Release
Low‐risk cyanobacterial bloom sources: Cell accumulation within full‐scale treatment plants
Managing drinking water supplies. Lake and reservoir management
Microcystin algal toxins in source and finished drinking water
Microcystin in Ugandan lakes: Production dynamics, accumulation in fish, and risk evaluation
Microcystin-LR adsorption by powdered activated carbon
Mitigating harmful cyanobacterial blooms: Strategies for control of nitrogen and phosphorous loads
Molecular characterization of potential geosmin-producing cyanobacteria from Lake Ontario
Neurotoxic cyanobacterium (blue-green alga) toxicosis in Ontario
Ozonation of NOM and algal toxins in four treated waters
Phosphorus Sequestration for Control of Cyanobacterial Growth in Drinking Water Reservoirs
Proposed nutrient criteria for water supply lakes and reservoirs
Taste and Odor Production in Reservoirs by Blue‐Green Algae
Treatment of the Cyanotoxin Anatoxin-a via Activated Carbon Adsorption
Ultrasonic Treatment of Algae in a New Jersey Reservoir
Use of Potassium Permanganate for Control of Problem Algae
Using activated carbon to remove toxicity from drinking water containing cyanobacterial blooms
Using Coagulation, Flocculation, and Settling to Remove Toxic Cyanobacteria
Vertical Profiling Safeguards Drinking Water and Sheds Light on Cyanobacteria
Vulnerability of Quebec drinking-water treatment plants to cyanotoxins in a climate change context
Apps and Tools
CyAN App User’s Guide: Android Application Manual
CyAN Mobile App Helps Communities Detect Cyanobacteria in U.S. Water Bodies
Cyanobacteria Assessment Network App (CyAN app) Fact Sheet
Cyanobacteria Assessment Network Mobile Application (CyAN app)
Cyanotoxin Oxidation Testing Protocol
PAC Calculator for Cyanotoxin Removal
PAC Jar Testing Protocol for Cyanotoxin Removal in Drinking Water
Fact Sheets
Blue-Green Algae and Harmful Algal Blooms (HABs)
Blue-green algae (cyanobacteria): a guide
Cyanobacteria in freshwater fact sheet
Information on Blue Green Algae
Irrigating Food Crops with Water Containing Cyanobacteria Blooms
Microcystin Degredation by Chemical Oxidation
Ultrasound for the control of cyanobacteria
Guides
Algae identification – lab guide : accompanying manual to the algae identification field guide
Algal Toxin Risk Assessment and Management Strategic Plan for Drinking Water
A Water Utility Manager’s Guide to Cyanotoxins
Cyanobacteria and Drinking Water: Occurrence, Risks, Management and Knowledge Gaps for Public Health
Cyanobacterial Toxins in Drinking Water
Decision protocols for cyanobacterial toxins in BC drinking water and recreational water
Drinking Water Health Advisory Documents for Cyanobacterial Toxins
Guidelines for Canadian Drinking Water Quality: Guideline Technical Document – Cyanobacterial Toxins
International Guidance Manual for the Management of Toxic Cyanobacteria
Visual Identification of Cyanobacteria Blooms (also referred to as blue-green algae blooms)
Presentations
Algae Blooms in Ontario’s Lakes: Analyzing the trends
Blue-Green Algae Blooms in Ontario’s Lakes
Challenges and a Pilot Study on Cyanobacteria and Small Drinking Water Systems
Cyanobacteria and Drinking Water: Occurrence, risks, management and knowledge gaps for public health
Cyanobacteria and Toxins – Healthy Lakes and Inland Watercourse Public Information Session
EPA Health Advisories for Cyanotoxins
Videos
Algal Toxins – Source Water Management and Treatment
Controlling Algae in Water Treatment Plants
Cyanobacteria and Drinking Water Webinar Recording
Cyanobacterial Blooms and Cyanotoxins
Cyanobacterial Blooms and Cyanotoxins: Analytical Methods
Cyanobacterial Blooms and Cyanotoxins: General Treatment
Cyanobacterial Blooms and Cyanotoxins: Oxidation Treatment
Hyperspectral Characterization of Harmful Algal Blooms
Managing and Mitigating Cyanotoxins in Water Supplies
Managing Intracellular Cyanotoxin Release During Oxidation Processes in Drinking Water
Predictive Analytics Of Harmful Algae Blooms
Preparing for and Mitigating Algae Blooms and Cyanotoxins — The Utility Perspective
Understanding Cyanobacteria and Cyanotoxins
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Workforce Management & Knowledge Retention
The following resources provide information on workforce management and knowledge retention at your utility.
Links
Crisis Overstated? Knowledge Gaps and the Aging Water Workforce
From Typewriters to Tablets: A Rapidly Changing Workforce and Workplace
Knowledge retention: A guide for utilities
Workforce Planning: Recruiting and Retaining Employees for your Water System
Webinars
Competency Model Development and Application to Meet Water Utility Workforce Needs
Participatory Ergonomics to Reduce Injuries in Water and Wastewater Employees
Strategies for Workforce Management and Knowledge Retention at Water Utilities
Workforce Sustainability – Strategies for Partnership in Workforce Planning and Development
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Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks Draft Documents for Discussion
The following documents are drafts provided by the Ontario Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (MECP) and are being provided for discussion purposes only.
MECP Drafts
Groundwater Under the Direct Influence of Surface Water (GUDI) Terms of Reference – Jan 2019 Draft
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Manganese
The following resources provide information on manganese and the treatment to remove manganese from water.
About Iron and Manganese in Drinking Water
Adsorptive Contactors for Removal of Soluble Manganese During Drinking Water Treatment
A Pilot Plant Study to Reduce Iron and Manganese
Drinking Water Health Advisory for Manganese
Evaluation of Greensand Filtration Operation for the Reduction of Manganese
Canada’s New Manganese Guideline Value Among the Lowest in the World
Contaminant Candidate List Regulatory Determination Support Document for Manganese
Health Canada Develops New Guidelines for Manganese in Drinking Water
Health Effects Support Document for Manganese
How to Operate and Maintain Manganese Greensand Treatment Units
Iron and Manganese in Private Water Systems
Iron and Manganese Removal Handbook
Guidance for the Treatment of Manganese
Guidelines for Canadian Drinking Water Quality – Manganese
Legacy of Manganese (Mn) Accumulation in Water Systems Webcast
Manganese in Drinking Water – Document for Public Consultation
Manganese Removal from Drinking Water Sources
Manganese Removal Processes at 10 Groundwater Fed Full-Scale Drinking Water Treatment Plants
Occurrence of Manganese in Drinking Water and Manganese Control
Reduction of Iron and Manganese Using Conventional Treatment and Greensand Filtration
Removal of Iron and Manganese from Drinking Water Supply
Removal of Manganese from Drinking Water
Speciation of Manganese in Drinking Water
The effects of manganese exposure from drinking water on school-age children: A systematic review
Time to Re-evaluate the Guideline Value for Manganese in Drinking Water?
Treatment and Control for Manganese and Iron Small Systems
Water Talk – Manganese in Drinking Water
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The following resources provide information on asset management.
Asset Management: A Best Practices Guide
Asset Management: A Handbook for Small Public Water Systems – STEP Guide Series
Asset Management for Local Officials
Building an Asset Management Team
Condition Assessment and PCCP Pipe: Critical Components of North American Asset Management
Defining and Scoping Municipal Natural Assets
Information on Check Up Program for Small Systems (CUPSS) Asset Management Tool
Leveraging Asset Management Data for Improved Water Infrastructure Planning
Reference Guide for Asset Management Tools
SIMPLE – EPA Asset Management Training Material Videos
Strategic Asset Management – Benefit Cost Analysis Tool
Sustainable Municipal Water and Wastewater Management Using System Dynamics
Taking Stock of Your Water System: A Simple Asset Inventory for Very Small Drinking Water Systems
The Check Up Program for Small Systems (CUPSS)
Your Utility Balance Sheet Part 1: Assets and Part 2: Liabilities, Equity and Ratios
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Wells Technical Bulletins
The following series of technical bulletins were created for water supply well owners.
They summarize information found in the Water Supply Wells: Requirements and Best Management Practices manual published by the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks.
Technical Bulletins
- Completing the New Well’s Structure
- Flowing Wells
- Installing Equipment in a Well
- New Construction of the Hole, Casing, Well Screen and Annular Space
- Siting a New Well
- Well Abandonment: When to Plug and Seal a Well
- Well Abandonment: How to Plug and Seal a Well
- Well Construction Licensing
- Well Disinfection
- Well Maintenance
- Well Repairs and Other Alterations
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Well Components
The following fact sheets describe different well components for learning purposes.
Common Well Components
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Private Wells
The following resources provide information on private wells.
Best Management Practices: Water Wells
Disinfecting Wells After a Disaster
Drinking Water from Household Wells
Drinking Water Testing – Private Citizen
Find Licensed Well Contractors
Groundwater and the Rural Homeowner
Learn About Private Water Wells
Overview of Water-related Diseases and Contaminants in Private Wells
Potential Well Water Contaminants and Their Impacts
Private Well Water and Fluoride
Private Well Water Manual – A Quick Users Guide
Safe Water Guide for Private Well Owners
Water Talk – Be Well Aware, Information for Private Well Owners
Water Testing – Who to Contact
Well Issues – Frequently Asked Technical Questions
Well Water Testing (Private Drinking Water)
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Public Information & Resources
WCWC commonly receives questions pertaining to treatment, health and testing related to drinking water. The links provided below contain information that may be helpful for private homeowners and members of the public.
Home Water Testing
Drinking Water Quality – Indicator Bacteria (Total Coliforms and E. Coli)
Drinking Water Testing – Private Citizen
How Do I Get My Drinking Water Tested?
Quick Guide to Drinking Water Sample Collection
Testing Water for Gardening and Lawn Irrigation
Understanding Your Well Water Test Results
Water Testing – Who to Contact
Well Water Testing (Private Drinking Water)
Home Water Treatment & Plumbing
A Guide to Drinking Water Treatment and Sanitation for Backcountry & Travel Use
A Guide to Drinking Water Treatment Technologies for Household Use
Choosing Home Water Filters & Other Water Treatment Systems
Common Water Problems and Common Water Solutions
Contaminant Reduction Claims Guide
Disinfection with Chlorine and Chloramine
Do I Need to Use Certified Products or Materials for my Drinking Water?
Drinking Water Safety – Cisterns
Drinking Water Treatability Database
Home Water Treatment System Selection
How to Drain your Water Heater
How to Identify Lead Free Certification Marks for Drinking Water System and Plumbing Products
How to Install a Water Softener
Private Wells
Best Management Practices: Water Wells
Drinking Water from Household Wells
Find Licensed Well Contractors
Groundwater and the Rural Homeowner
Learn About Private Water Wells
Overview of Water-related Diseases and Contaminants in Private Wells
Private Well Water and Fluoride
Private Well Water Manual – A Quick Users Guide
Safe Water Guide for Private Well Owners
Water Talk – Be Well Aware, Information for Private Well Owners
Well Issues – Frequently Asked Technical Questions
Source Water Protection
Assessing the Potential for Groundwater Contamination on Your Farm
Groundwater – An Important Rural Resource
Homeowner’s Guide to Septic Systems
Potential Well Water Contaminants and Their Impacts
Proper Use and Disposal of Pesticides and Fertilizers
Protecting Groundwater by Managing Animal Waste
Protecting Groundwater Through Proper Petroleum Storage Practices on the Farm
Water Quality & Health
Don’t Drink Water from Roadside Springs
Drinking Water Haulage Vehicle Requirements
Drinking Water: What About Lead?
Findings and Recommendations of the Fluoride Expert Panel
How Do I Know if There is Lead in my Water?
It’s Your Health – Arsenic in Drinking Water
It’s Your Health – Drinking Water Chlorination
It’s Your Health – Fluoride and Oral Health
It’s Your Health – Legionnaire’s Disease and Pontiac Fever
Rural Water Quality Information Tool
Water on Tap – What You Need to Know
Water-related Diseases and Contaminants in Public Water Systems
Water Talk – Barium in Drinking Water
Water Talk – Chloramines in Drinking Water
Water Talk – Copper in Drinking Water
Water Talk – Drinking Water Quality in Canada
Water Talk – Enteric Protozoa (Giardia and Cryptosporidium) in Drinking Water
Water Talk – Enteric Viruses in Drinking Water
Water Talk – Lead in Drinking Water
Water Talk – Manganese in Drinking Water
Water Talk – Perfluoroalkylated Substances in Drinking Water
Water Talk – Strontium in Drinking Water
Water Talk – Uranium in Drinking Water
Water Related Emergencies
Disinfecting Wells After a Disaster
Food and Water Needs: Preparing for a Disaster or Emergency
Public Users of Public Water Supplies
Water-related Emergencies and Outbreaks: Personal Preparation and Storage of Safe Water
Water, Sanitation & Hygiene Related Emergencies & Outbreaks – Preparing a Home Water Supply
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Ontario Drinking Water Quality and Enforcement Open Data
‘Ontario has a comprehensive set of measures and regulations to help ensure the safety of drinking water.
Open Data Download
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