dures 2010 XX February e c ro P e c n ra u s s A ty li a u Water Q Testing
Communication
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A comprehensive inventory of drinking taps and faucets is maintained for all schools.
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Testing for lead in water sources takes place annually in ALL Thunder Bay Catholic District School Board schools.
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To ensure the highest standards of testing, Thunder Bay Catholic District School Board has retained the services of expert inspectors from Stantec.
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Water samples are tested in professional and accredited laboratories annually according to provincial water testing standards and in accordance with the Safe Drinking Water Act. O. Reg 243/07.
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If and when quality issues are identified, an immediate investigation is conducted, and corrective measures are undertaken to ensure water quality levels are returned to provincial standard.
Standardized and consistent signage is posted in both English and French at all school water sources to indicate whether the water may be used for drinking or handwashing only. Signage samples are provided as follows:
