3 - Water Supply and Sanitation

Which Sustainable Development Goal directly addresses the importance of water supply and sanitation?

Several senators have urged the public to conserve water due to Maynilad being penalized for what issue?

What factor has contributed to frequent issues concerning water supply in recent years?

Which of the following best characterizes a Level 1 water supply in the Philippines?

If a community experiences increased frequency of water service interruptions, which of the following actions would be most effective in promoting long-term water security?

A local community relies on a Level 1 water supply that is increasingly affected by seasonal droughts. Which of the following strategies would be most sustainable for improving their access to water?

How might achieving SDG 6 positively impact other SDGs?

What is the primary function of a Water Safety Plan (WSP) within water treatment facilities?

In the context of Water Safety Plans, what does the 'Controlling Risks' step primarily involve?

Which of the following is a key component of the 'Verification, Auditing, and Periodic Review' stage of a Water Safety Plan?

An essential element of the Water Safety Plan (WSP) is Establish operational monitoring programs. What statement reflects why?

What is the significance of defining corrective actions within a Water Safety Plan (WSP)?

What is the role of the Philippine National Standards for Drinking Water (PNSDW)?

Why is the Water Safety Plan (WSP) considered an important tool for water supply service providers?

Which of the following best describes the 'initial examination' of water sources, as outlined in the content?

What is a key limitation associated with a water supply system that offers a high level of convenience and immediate access to water?

P.D. 856, also known as the Code on Sanitation of the Philippines, addresses which of the following?

What is the MOST important reason for implementing control measures identified in a Water Safety Plan (WSP)?

A newly established water source must undergo testing of which water quality parameters, according to the content?

In the context of water supply and public health, what is the significance of ensuring proper water treatment?

Metro Manila is mentioned in relation to Level III water supply because it exemplifies:

How can water supply service providers proactively contribute to the overall improvement of public health?

Which of the following is LEAST likely to contribute to the contamination of surface and groundwater from domestic, industrial, and agricultural wastes?

Based on the information, what is a significant concern regarding the groundwater quality in the Philippines?

What is the most likely consequence of deforestation in watersheds, regarding water quality and supply?

Water-related diseases are a leading cause of morbidity in a country. Which action would be MOST effective in reducing the spread of these diseases from piped water systems?

How does watershed degradation MOST directly impact communities that rely on these watersheds for their water supply?

A community experiences a sudden increase in cases of typhoid fever. The local health authorities suspect the piped water system is the source. What initial steps should they take to confirm and address this issue?

A rural community's water source is highly vulnerable to contamination from both anthropogenic activities and natural sources. What combination of strategies would be MOST effective for ensuring a safe and sustainable water supply?

A region is experiencing increased deforestation, leading to severe soil erosion and sedimentation in local water bodies. Considering the economic impacts, which sector is MOST likely to be immediately and negatively affected?

What is a potential long-term consequence of continuous watershed degradation on public health, considering the information provided?

A building owner is developing a Water Safety Plan (WSP) for their building's water system. According to the guidelines, which aspect of the WSP is primarily the building owner's responsibility?

A water service provider discovers levels of a contaminant exceeding the limits set by the PNSDW during a routine monthly test. What is the MOST appropriate immediate action?

A rural community relies on a Level 1 water source (shallow well). During a periodic examination, it is observed that residents are washing clothes within 20 meters of the well. Which of the following actions should be taken FIRST?

When forming a Water Safety Plan (WSP) team, what is the MOST important consideration for selecting team members?

A water service provider is developing a schedule for periodic examinations of a water source. What is the MOST important factor that informs the examination frequency?

Why are the standards of the PNSDW based on international guidelines such as those from the WHO?

In the context of water safety, what is the primary purpose of establishing baseline data for water sources?

Which of the following parameters is CORRECTLY paired with its required frequency of testing by water service providers, according to the PNSDW?

What is the MOST critical reason for a building owner or manager to take responsibility for Water Safety Plans (WSPs) in buildings?

A community's primary water source is contaminated with high levels of bacteria after a heavy rainfall. Besides treating the water, what is another action a community can take?