Hi Mike, we have 2 water fountains in the production floor where chemicals are used for water treatment. Is it safe to drink water from water fountain in such work environment?
Question: Hi Mike, we have 2 water fountains in the production floor where chemicals are used for water treatment. Is it safe to drink water from water fountain in such work environment? Answer: It should be safe as long as chemicals used in the production area do not have an opportunity to contaminate the drinking water. This could be caused by a screwed-up piping connection, drinking utensils such as cups (common cups are forbidden) or chemicals being spilled or dumped in the water source. A water fountain would be acceptable as long as employees let the water run for a minute before consuming and it was protected from contamination. Water is not the only worry, food and drinks of all types in a work area with hazardous chemicals are not wise. I have seen areas where even a cup of coffee or a soft drink was against safety policy. The nice thing about drinking water and water fountains is that it is easy to test to ensure the water is safe to consume. If there is any serious question,
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