Seminar on Household Water Treatment and Safe Storage at S M Sehgal Foundation, Gurgaon, India
Published on by Ialit Mohan Sharma, Director, Adaptive Technologies at SM Sehgal Foundation in Non Profit
SEMINAR ON INTRODUCTION TO HOUSEHOLD WATER TREATMENT AND SAFE STORAGE (HWTS)
DURATION: Two days
DESCRIPTION
This seminar is designed for those interested in starting or strengthening household water treatment and safe storage (HWTS) projects in developing countries. It provides an introduction to water sources and contamination, the water treatment process, household water treatment and safe storage options, and selection criteria for choosing between options. Participants will use criteria to practice selecting locally appropriate treatment options using the multi-barrier approach for safe water. The seminar will discuss implementation strategies and project planning steps for successful projects. Participants will be able to observe and practice correct use of treatment technologies.
OBJECTIVES
Upon completion of the seminar, participants will be able to:
- Discuss the importance of household water treatment and safe storage
- Identify different water sources, contaminants and water-related diseases
- Identify and select appropriate HWTS options
- Make informed decisions about planning and implementing HWTS projects
PARTICIPANTS
The workshop is oriented towards participants who are:
- Working in water and sanitation, community development, or health projects
- Motivated to work with households in developing countries to provide safe water
- Currently implementing HWTS projects and motivated to expand, improve or strengthen their projects
The seminar is for:
- Decision makers who are planning or considering HWTS projects
- Non-governmental organizations (NGO), international NGOs, government agencies, or individuals considering how best to provide safe water for a community
- Community leaders and community health promoters who inform and educate households on their options for safe water
This is an introductory level seminar where participants will observe demonstrations and practice using various HWTS options. However, this workshop is not intended to provide full training on the construction of each technology.
Participation by women is encouraged. We recommend that atleast two people from your organization should attend to ensure that they learn together and benefit most from the seminar.
METHODS OF INSTRUCTION
The method of instruction will be participatory that will include theory, classroom exercises, open discussion, case studies, demonstrations, and hands-on practice. Active participant engagement in learning activities will be encouraged.
CONTENT
Following is a tentative list of the topics to be covered:
- Similarities and differences between household water treatment and community water treatment
- The water treatment process and the multi-barrier approach to safe water
- Water sources, contaminants, and water-related diseases
- Household water treatment options for sedimentation, filtrations and disinfection
- How to use and maintain different HWTS options
- How to select HWTS options that are locally appropriate
- Different implementation strategies including creating demand, supplying products and services, monitoring for improvement, building capacity and program financing
- Planning a successful HWTS project
REGISTRATION FEES
Rs 1000 including seminar registration and food (does not include travel and stay)
REGISTRATION LINK
Attached link
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B1j1t--W9LgxUnloOVVrc3FMTTg/view?usp=sharingMedia
Taxonomy
- Public Health
- Treatment
- Purification
- Technology
- Hydrology
- Water Sanitation & Hygiene (WASH)
- Sustainable Development
- Social Impact
- International Water Non Profit