Potable Water Hauling
This collection of resources was gathered for haulers of potable drinking water. Guidance documents and information on inspections, sanitizing and sampling procedures can be found here.
If you have any questions regarding hauling potable drinking water, contact your local public health unit to speak to an inspector.
WCWC Helpline Frequently Asked Questions
What are the requirements for hauling potable water?
Ontario Resources
Drinking Water Haulage Guidance Document (Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care, 2008)
Drinking Water Hauler Inspection Program – Health Unit Haldimand-Norfolk
Drinking Water Haulage Vehicle Requirements
Water Hauler Guidelines (Niagara Region, 2016)
Water Hauler Daily Activity Log Sheet (Niagara Region, 2016)
Canadian Resources
Disinfection Guideline for Bulk Water Haulers (saskh2o.ca)
Bulk Water Hauling Guidelines (gov.mb.ca)
Chlorine Testing
How to analyze free chlorine residual
How to analyze total chlorine residual
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WCWC Helpline FAQs
The Walkerton Clean Water Centre offers a service for Ontario’s owners, operators and operating authorities of drinking water systems and members from the public. Through our helpline, we provide information, education and advice to address questions related to drinking water including treatment processes, equipment, operational requirements and environmental factors.
Below are answers and resources for frequently asked questions we receive. If you can’t find the answer to your question, contact us toll free at 1-855-306-1155 or email us at helpline@wcwc.ca.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to use certified products or materials in my drinking water system?
How do I get my drinking water tested?
How do I know if there is lead in my water?
How do I take care of my cistern?
What are the requirements for hauling potable water?
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