Ammonia is toxic to some fish and other aquatic organisms at concentrations below 1 mg/l (ppm) in water. Long-term ingestion of water containing more than 1 mg/l (ppm) ammonia may be damaging to internal organ systems. Solutions having concentrations greater than 1000 mg/l (ppm) can cause severe burns and scarring of sensitive skin and mucous membranes. The maximum allowable limit for Ammonium in drinking water is 0.3 mg/l.
Your result: Your water’s Ammonia (As NH3) level is 3.28 times the Advisory recommended value, so you may be experiencing some or all of these problems.
Organic matter present in water provides nutrients for bacteria growth. This causes a depletion of dissolved oxygen in the water. The BOD is the amount of oxygen used by microorganisms to break down organic matter. Oxygen demand affects fish and other flora and fauna. Sources of high BOD are domestic, industrial and agricultural waste discharge, decaying plants and animal wastes. A potable water should have a BOD of less than 1 mg/l.
Your result: Your water’s BOD level is below the Advisory recommended value so you should not be experiencing any problems.
Chemical oxygen demand (COD) is a measure of the abilty of water to use oxygen when orhganic matter breaks down. It is an important factor in water quality as it indicates how wastewater will impact the environment. At high levels COD can affect human health as well as the environment. In drinking water the COD levels should be zero. For all other water types the COD limit is compared to an individual company or persons discharge license or waste permit.
Your result: Your water’s COD level is below the Advisory recommended value so you should not be experiencing any problems.
E. coli is a bacteria that usually lives in a healthy persons intestines. Most forms of E. coli are harmless but other forms of E.coli can cause serious ill health. Exposure is a result of coming into contact with the faeces of humans or animals. This can happen when you drink water or eat food. Infection often causes severe diarrhoea and abdominal cramps. In elderly or very young people E. coli can cause kidney failure. The E. coli level requirement in drinking water is zero.
Your result: Your water’s E. coli level is approaching the EU recommended value and you may be experiencing some problems.
Enterococci bacteria are of faecal origin (human and animal). Their presence in a water supply is an indication of the risk that disease causing bacteria may be present. There are many sub types of Enterococci only some of which are harmful. Infections commonly caused by enterococci include urinary tract infection (UTIs), endocarditis, bacteremia, catheter-related infections, wound infections, and intra-abdominal and pelvic infections. The drinking water limit for Enterococci is zero.
Your result: Your water’s Enterrococci level is approaching the EU recommended value and you may be experiencing some problems
Nitrates represent a hazard to unborn babies and young infants at levels above the EU recommended level (50mg/l). Nitrates are a sub-group of nitrogen. A common source of nitrate is sewage and land spread fertilizer.
Your result: Your water’s Nitrates level is below the EU recommended value so you should not be experiencing any problems. The water is drinking quality.
This test measures the acidity of your water. Acidity has no direct health effects as such, but acid water generally contains high levels of metals leached from underground deposits. In addition, if your piping is copper your water will have elevated copper levels, leading to indirect health effects, as well as potential problems with corrosion of copper hot water tanks and piping. A very low pH can also have an aggravating effect on some peoples skin.
Your result: Your water’s pH level is outside the EU recommended range, so you may be experiencing some or all of these problems. The water is not drinking quality and requires the installation of a pH correction system by a qualified professional.
Adverse health effects due to potassium consumption from drinking-water are unlikely to occur in healthy individuals. Potassium intoxication by ingestion is rare, because potassium is rapidly excreted in the absence of pre-existing kidney damage and because large single doses usually induce vomiting. Potassium levels in water are usually at concentrations well below those of health concern.
Your result: Your water’s Potassium level is below the Advisory recommended value so you should not be experiencing any problems.
An elevated total suspended solids (TSS) or total dissolved solids (TDS) concentration is not a health hazard. The TDS concentration is a secondary drinking water standard and therefore is regulated because it is more of an aesthetic rather than a health hazard. High total dissolved solids may effect the aesthetic quality of water, interfere with washing clothes and corroding plumbing fixtures.
Your result: Your water’s Suspended Solids level is below the Advisory recommended value so you should not be experiencing any problems.
Total Bacteria Count (TBC's)
0.079 CFU /ml
Satisfactory
Total Bacteria Count measures Heterotrophic bacteria (HTP). HTP bacteria are a part of the human system and are not dangerous in low numbers. However, at high levels HTP Bacteria can provide the nutrient for Coliforms, E. coli, and other pathogens to survive and multiply. The Drinking Water Regulations SI122 2014 advice is 'no abnormal change'. The unit of Measurement for Total Bacteria Count is Colony Forming Units (CFU/ml). Bacteria Removal can be achieved by chlorination or UV Treatment or both.
Your result: Your water’s Total Bacteria Count level is below the EU recommended value so you should not be experiencing any problems.
Total Coliforms include bacteria that are found in the soil, in water that has been influenced by surface water, and in human or animal waste in the form of E. coli. The most common symptoms of Total Coliform pollution include nausea, vomiting, and diarrhoea. Infants, the elderly, and those with compromised immune systems may suffer more severe effects. If bacteria are present in your water, there is a risk that it could make you ill.
Your result: Your Results: Your water’s Total Coliform level is approaching the EU recommended value and you may be experiencing some problems.
The Nitrogen element is used daily by living organisms. It is very important to protein development and is most commonly taken up when consuming other living things. Nitrogen is also important to the chemical industry. It is used to manufacture fertilizers, nitric acid, nylon, dyes and explosives. Nitrogen gas is used to provide an unreactive atmosphere used widely in food preservation.
Your result: Your water’s Total Nitrogen level is below the Advisory recommended value so you should not be experiencing any problems.
Too much phosphate can cause health problems, such as kidney damage and osteoporosis. Phosphate shortages can also occur. These are caused by extensive use of medicine. Too little phosphate can cause health problems.
Your result: Your water’s Total Phosphate level is below the Advisory recommended value so you should not be experiencing any problems.
