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GSSG - Water Flashcards

1
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More than ___ of the human body is comprised

of water.

A

2/3

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The Institute of Medicine (IOM) recommends that women consume approximately___ and men ___ of water per day.

A
  1. 7 liters

3. 7 liters

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___ and ___ which are commonly added to water to kill pathogenic organisms can lead to the formation of disinfectant byproducts such as ___ and ___, as well as ___, which may lead to ___.

A

-Chlorine and chloramine
-Trihalomethanes (THMs) and haloacetic acids (HAAs)
-N-nitrosodimethylamine (NDMA)
cancer

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The quality of the U.S. surface water relies largely on The ___ of ___.

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The Clean Water Act of 1974

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Contaminants like ___, ___, ___, ___ and ___ that are naturally occurring or inadvertently introduced into the water can pose serious health threats.

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Lead, arsenic, glyphosate, atrazine and microbes

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SEDIMENT
All water being delivered to the project area except water not designated for human contact meets the following requirements:

A

Turbidity of the water sample is less than 1.0 NTU.

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MICROORGANISMS
All water being delivered to the project area except water not designated for human contact meets the following requirements:

A

Total coliforms (including E. coli) are not detected in the sample.

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Removing ___ may also remove harmful pathogens such as ___.

A

turbidity

protozoa

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The presence of ___in water suggests that
water may contain more dangerous ___, including ___, ___ and ___. Exposure to these pathogens through water containing coliforms can lead to adverse ___ such as ___, ___, ___ and ____.

A
  • Coliform bacteria
  • Pathogens
  • Bacteria, viruses, and protozoa
  • Gastrointestinal effects
  • Diarrhea, vomiting, nausea and cramps.
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DISSOLVED METALS
All water being delivered to the project area for human consumption (at least one water dispenser per project)
meets the following limits:

A
  • Lead
  • Arsenic
  • Antimony
  • Mercury
  • Nickel
  • Copper
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___ systems or___ filters can remove dissolved metals.

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  • Reverse osmosis (RO)

- Kinetic Degradation Fluxion (KDF)

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Exposure to even minute amounts of certain metals such as ___and____ through drinking water has been linked to __ and ____ in children, as well as ___ and ___ in adults.

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  • Lead and mercury
  • Developmental delays and deficits in learning abilities
  • High blood pressure and kidney
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ORGANIC POLLUTANTS
All water being delivered to the project area for human consumption (at least one water dispenser per project)
meets the following limits:

A
  • Styrene
  • Benzene
  • Ethylbenzene
  • Polychlorinated biphenyls
  • Vinyl chloride
  • Toluene
  • Xylenes
  • Tetrachloroethylene
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This feature sets maximum limits for organic contaminants like ___, ___, and ___.
___are effective in removing these and other harmful chemical substances.

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  • PCBs, Benzene, and Styrene

- Activated carbon filters

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Exposure to organic contaminants such as ___ and___ in drinking water has been associated with a range of adverse health effects, including ___, ___ and ___ difficulties.

A
  • PCBs and vinyl chloride

- Cancer, immune deficiencies and nervous system

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HERBICIDES AND PESTICIDES
All water being delivered to the project area for human consumption (at least one water dispenser per project)
meets the following limits:

A
  • Atrazine
  • Simazine
  • Glyphosate
  • 2,4-Dichlorophenoxyacetic acid
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FERTILIZERS
All water being delivered to the project area for human consumption (at least one water dispenser per project)
meets the following limits:

18
Q

___, one of the most widely used pesticides, is a suspected ___ and is associated with ___ difficulties.

A

Atrazine

  • Endocrine disruptor
  • Cardiovascular difficulties.
19
Q

Long-term exposure to ___, a widely

used herbicide, may lead to ___ problems and ___ difficulties.

A
  • Glyphosate

- Kidney problems and reproductive

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DISINFECTANTS
All water being delivered to the project area for human consumption (at least one water dispenser per project)
meets the following limits:

A
  • Residual chlorine

- Residual chloramine

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DISINFECTANT BYPRODUCTS
All water being delivered to the project area for human consumption (at least one water dispenser per project)
meets the following limits:

A
  • Total trihalomethanes

- Total haloacetic acids

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FLUORIDE
All water being delivered to the project area for human consumption (at least one water dispenser per project)
meets the following limits:

A

-Fluoride less than 4.0 mg/L.

23
Q

What is fluorosis?

A

Aesthetic mottling of the teeth

24
Q

___ and ___ can be added to water as disinfectants and can lead to the formation of disinfectant byproducts such as ___ and ___, which have been linked to ___ and ___.

A
  • Chlorine and Chloromine
  • Trihalomethanes and Haloacetic acids
  • Cancer and kidney damage
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QUARTERLY TESTING All water being delivered to the project area for human consumption is tested quarterly (with reports submitted annually to the IWBI) for the presence of the following dissolved metals or metalloids:
- Lead - Arsenic - Mercury - Copper
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WATER DATA RECORD KEEPING AND RESPONSE | Projects provide a written policy specifying:
-Detailed enforcement strategies for monitoring and keeping record of, at minimum, water quality parameters listed in the WELL Building Standard. -Records are kept for a minimum of 3 years, including full data from field inspections or laboratory results where appropriate. -A detailed plan for action and remediation of unacceptable conditions.
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___ and___, ___ and ___ may affect the leaching rate of inorganic metals into drinking water sources
- Changing industrial practices - Temporal variations in temperature - pH - Weather
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ORGANIC CHEMICAL REMOVAL | All water being delivered to the project area for human consumption is treated with the following:
-Activated carbon filter.
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SEDIMENT FILTER | All water being delivered to the project area for human consumption is treated with the following:
-Filter rated to remove suspended solids
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MICROBIAL ELIMINATION | All water being delivered to the project area for human consumption is treated with one of the following:
- UVGI water sanitation. | - Filter rated by the NSF to remove or reduce microbial cysts.
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WATER QUALITY MAINTENANCE To verify that the selected filtration/sanitation system chosen continues to operate as designed, projects must annually provide the IWBI with:
-Record-keeping for a minimum of 3 years, including evidence that the filter and/or sanitizer has been properly maintained as per the manufacturer's recommendation.
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LEGIONELLA CONTROL | A point-by-point narrative describes how the building addresses Legionella, and includes the following:
-Formation of a team for Legionella management in the building. -Water system inventory and production of process flow diagrams. -Hazard analysis of water assets. -Identification of critical control points. -Maintenance and control measures, monitoring, establishment of performance limits and corrective actions. -Documentation, verification and validation procedures.
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___, ___ and ___ are key technologies in order to continuously deliver high quality water.
-Carbon filters, sediment filters, and UV sanitization
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DRINKING WATER TASTE PROPERTIES | All water being delivered to the project area for human consumption:
- Aluminum - Chloride - Manganese - Sodium - Sulfate - Iron - Zinc - Total Dissolved Solids
35
DRINKING WATER ACCESS | To encourage water consumption, the following is met:
At least one dispenser is located within 100 ft of all parts of regularly occupied floor space (minimum one per floor).
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WATER DISPENSER MAINTENANCE The components of dispensers that provide water for human consumption are cleaned with at least the following regularity:
- Daily, for mouthpieces, protective guards and collective basins, to prevent lime and calcium buildup. - Quarterly, for outlet screens and aerators, to remove debris and sediment.
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What documentation is required for Feature 37: Drinking Water Promotion?
- Performance Test (Part 1) - Letter of Assurance from the Architect and on-site Spot Check (Part 2) - Operations Schedule (Part 3)

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