Evaluation of the quality of sachet water vended in the New Juaben municipality of Ghana

Abstract

Access to good quality water has been a challenge to humans due to the pollution of the limited water resources around. Over one billion people do not have access to a safe source of drinking water. This phenomenon is leading to the loss of children below the age five (5) on an hourly basis. With the rate at which sachet water producing companies are coming up, there is the need to assess the quality of the water being produced for consumption. This research sought to ascertain the quality of sachet water produced and vended in the Koforidua Municipality of Ghana. Data was gathered through interviews and laboratory experiments. The results from the physico-chemical and bacteriological parameters of the samples indicated compliance with the Ghana standards on drinking water quality. The research recommended regular monitoring of the sachet water producing factories. Also the retailers should ensure proper hygiene to avoid contamination of the water