Analysis Of Drinking Water Distribution Distribution With The Remaining Chlorine At The Customer Home Of PDAM Tirtanadi Deli Tua In 2018
Introduction
In recent years, the importance of providing safe and clean drinking water to the community has become a pressing issue. As a Regional-Owned Enterprise (BUMD) in North Sumatra Province, PDAM Tirtanadi plays a crucial role in the marketing and distribution of drinking water to the Deli Tua and surrounding communities. The Old Deli Water Treatment Plant (IPA) is a vital unit in the drinking water treatment process. This study aims to analyze the distance of drinking water distribution and the remaining chlorine levels at the home of PDAM Tirtanadi Deli Old Customer in 2018.
Background of the Study
PDAM Tirtanadi, as a BUMD, has various branches, one of which is the Old Deli Branch. The Old Deli Water Treatment Plant (IPA) is responsible for treating and distributing drinking water to the community. The plant uses a disinfection process to ensure the water is safe for consumption. However, the effectiveness of this process can be affected by various factors, including the distance of water distribution and the remaining chlorine levels in the water.
Research Methodology
This study uses a descriptive method with a cross-sectional design. The research involved interviews with the Head of Old Deli Natural Sciences Production and examination of the remaining chlorine levels in the water processed in old Deli Natural Sciences. The population in this study involved water samples from the processing of old Deli Natural Sciences. Sampling was carried out regularly with a distance of 1.775 km, and the total samples taken amounted to 15.
Research Result
The results showed that the remaining levels of chlorine at the home of PDAM Tirtanadi Deli Old PDAM customers vary. At the farthest distance, the lowest level of chlorine remaining recorded at 0.3 mg/l, while at the nearest point, the highest level reaches 0.63 mg/l. According to the regulations stipulated in Permenkes No. 736/Menkes/Per/VI/2010, the remaining levels of chlorine in drinking water must be between 0.2 mg/l to 1 mg/l. The results of this analysis indicate that all samples are within the specified limit.
Disinfection Process in Old Deli Natural Sciences
In old Deli Natural Sciences, the water disinfection process is carried out in two locations, namely in the raw water tank or spliter box (pre-chlorination) and in the reservoir (post-chlorination). At the pre-chlorination stage, chlorine is injected to oxidize metals such as Fe and Mg and kill microorganisms. While in the post-chlorination stage, chlorine is added to ensure final disinfection and kill bacteria that may still exist. The dose of chlorine given varies based on water discharge and raw water characteristics, with an average dose in old Deli science in the range of 1½-2 ppm.
Conclusion and Recommendations
Based on the results of the study, it can be concluded that the management of the remaining chlorine levels in old Deli Natural Sciences is in accordance with applicable regulations. However, PDAM Tirtanadi Deli Tua needs to increase supervision of the water distribution network to customers. Better supervision can help ensure the quality of water that reaches consumers is maintained, and can prevent a decrease in quality that may occur due to distribution distance. Thus, the quality of drinking water received by the Old Deli community can be guaranteed, and public health can be protected.
Implications of the Study
The findings of this study have several implications for the management of drinking water distribution in PDAM Tirtanadi Deli Tua. Firstly, the study highlights the importance of regular supervision of the water distribution network to ensure that the quality of water reaches consumers is maintained. Secondly, the study suggests that the management of the remaining chlorine levels in old Deli Natural Sciences is in accordance with applicable regulations, but there is a need for increased supervision to prevent a decrease in quality that may occur due to distribution distance.
Limitations of the Study
This study has several limitations. Firstly, the study only analyzed the remaining chlorine levels in the water processed in old Deli Natural Sciences, and did not consider other factors that may affect the quality of drinking water. Secondly, the study only involved 15 samples, which may not be representative of the entire population. Finally, the study only analyzed the data from 2018, and did not consider the changes in the water treatment process over time.
Future Research Directions
This study provides several directions for future research. Firstly, future studies can investigate the effect of other factors on the quality of drinking water, such as the type of water treatment process used and the characteristics of the raw water. Secondly, future studies can analyze the data from multiple years to identify any changes in the water treatment process over time. Finally, future studies can investigate the impact of the water distribution network on the quality of drinking water received by consumers.
Conclusion
In conclusion, this study analyzed the distance of drinking water distribution and the remaining chlorine levels at the home of PDAM Tirtanadi Deli Old Customer in 2018. The results showed that the remaining levels of chlorine at the home of PDAM Tirtanadi Deli Old PDAM customers vary, but all samples are within the specified limit. The study highlights the importance of regular supervision of the water distribution network to ensure that the quality of water reaches consumers is maintained.
Q: What is the purpose of this study?
A: The purpose of this study is to analyze the distance of drinking water distribution and the remaining chlorine levels at the home of PDAM Tirtanadi Deli Old Customer in 2018.
Q: What is the significance of the remaining chlorine levels in drinking water?
A: The remaining chlorine levels in drinking water are important because they indicate the effectiveness of the disinfection process. Chlorine is added to drinking water to kill bacteria and other microorganisms, and the remaining chlorine levels indicate whether the water is safe for consumption.
Q: What are the regulations regarding the remaining chlorine levels in drinking water?
A: According to the regulations stipulated in Permenkes No. 736/Menkes/Per/VI/2010, the remaining levels of chlorine in drinking water must be between 0.2 mg/l to 1 mg/l.
Q: How does the distance of water distribution affect the remaining chlorine levels?
A: The distance of water distribution can affect the remaining chlorine levels because chlorine is added to the water at the treatment plant, and the farther the water travels, the more chlorine is lost due to chemical reactions and other factors.
Q: What is the disinfection process in Old Deli Natural Sciences?
A: The disinfection process in Old Deli Natural Sciences involves two stages: pre-chlorination and post-chlorination. At the pre-chlorination stage, chlorine is injected to oxidize metals such as Fe and Mg and kill microorganisms. At the post-chlorination stage, chlorine is added to ensure final disinfection and kill bacteria that may still exist.
Q: What is the average dose of chlorine given in Old Deli science?
A: The average dose of chlorine given in Old Deli science is in the range of 1½-2 ppm.
Q: What are the implications of this study for the management of drinking water distribution in PDAM Tirtanadi Deli Tua?
A: The study highlights the importance of regular supervision of the water distribution network to ensure that the quality of water reaches consumers is maintained. It also suggests that the management of the remaining chlorine levels in old Deli Natural Sciences is in accordance with applicable regulations, but there is a need for increased supervision to prevent a decrease in quality that may occur due to distribution distance.
Q: What are the limitations of this study?
A: This study has several limitations, including the fact that it only analyzed the remaining chlorine levels in the water processed in old Deli Natural Sciences, and did not consider other factors that may affect the quality of drinking water. It also only involved 15 samples, which may not be representative of the entire population. Finally, it only analyzed the data from 2018, and did not consider the changes in the water treatment process over time.
Q: What are the future research directions for this study?
A: This study provides several directions for future research, including investigating the effect of other factors on the quality of drinking water, analyzing the data from multiple years to identify any changes in the water treatment process over time, and investigating the impact of the water distribution network on the quality of drinking water received by consumers.
Q: What is the conclusion of this study?
A: In conclusion, this study analyzed the distance of drinking water distribution and the remaining chlorine levels at the home of PDAM Tirtanadi Deli Old Customer in 2018. The results showed that the remaining levels of chlorine at the home of PDAM Tirtanadi Deli Old PDAM customers vary, but all samples are within the specified limit. The study highlights the importance of regular supervision of the water distribution network to ensure that the quality of water reaches consumers is maintained.