RESUMO
This report and recommendations contained therein represent a joint effort of the responsible Government agencies, co-ordinated by PAHO, to translate that responsibility for water quality into a precise and adequate programme to achieve those standards considered acceptable to concerned national and interational agencies
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Qualidade da Água/normas , Purificação da Água/métodos , JamaicaRESUMO
The development, distribution and availability of water in North Manchester is discussed. The sources and quality of water as well as the sophistication of the supply (whether house connection or standpipe) were discussed. Proximity of standpipes and the ratio of people per standpipe was stressed as an area of importance. Training of personnel directly responsible for the operation of the water supply is emphasized. (AU)
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Abastecimento de Água , Saneamento , Desenvolvimento de Recursos Hídricos/métodos , Chuva , Purificação da Água/métodos , JamaicaRESUMO
Since the establishment of bauxite mining and processing plants in the Parish of Manchester, rapid urbanisatiion has taken place and the water supply has become inadequate to supply the needs of the population. Recommendatons are made as to how the situaton may be improved. (AU)