Many households store water in tanks, jerrycans or jars. This is often necessary, but water that is safe at the tap can become contaminated during storage.
Five simple rules
- Use a container kept only for drinking water, clean and with a lid.
- Keep it closed, out of the sun and away from dust.
- Draw water through a tap or with a clean ladle, never with your hands or a dipped cup.
- Clean the container regularly and replace stored water.
- Raise tanks off the ground, away from wastewater and animals.
If you are unsure about the colour, smell or taste of mains water, contact customer service.
