Effect of boiling and water storage practices on E. coli contamination of drinking water in the city of Bekasi (case study: Jatiluhur, Sumur Batu, and Jatirangga Villages)

Abstract

In the city of Bekasi, a large proportion of the population uses groundwater and is at risk of Escherichia coli contamination. Water can remain contaminated by E. coli even after treatment, and it may be recontaminated through storage practices. This research aims to analyze the effect of boiling and the correlation of water storage practices to E. coli contamination in the drinking water of households in the villages of Jatiluhur, Sumur Batu, and Jatirangga. Among 54 randomly surveyed households, 98.1% boiled their water before drinking. The results show that 67% showed decreased E. coli after boiling. Boiled water with a low risk of E. coli made up 64.8% of the samples, a medium risk made up 25.9%, a high risk made up 7.4%, and a very high risk made up 1.9%. Observation of water storage practices showed that 51% of households store water in a jug after treatment, and 35.3% store it in a kettle or pot. Residents used a container equipped with a lid 94.1% of the time. The statistical analysis revealed no correlation between water storage practices and E. coli contamination in drinking water. Boiling water can be a fairly effective way to decrease E. coli contamination; however, other factors that can recontaminate water, such as storage hygiene and hand washing, require attention in future studies.

Effectiveness of Groundwater Boiling as Household Water Treatment in Metro and Bekasi Cities, Indonesia

“…Spearman's rank correlation test for various water storage containers E. coli contamination showed no statistically significant relationship (Spearman's ρ = -0,06; P=0.43). This was consistent with previous study in Bekasi which found no correlation between water storage practices and E. coli contamination in drinking water [19]. Other possible recontamination source could be attributed to drinking cup, where previous studies reported 33% pollution with E. coli [13].…”

Pelatihan Peningkatan PHBS dan Pengelolaan Air Siap Konsumsi pada Masyarakat Wilayah RW 006, Kelurahan Tanjung Duren Selatan

“…Pelaksanaan penyuluhan mengenai pentingnya mengelola air siap konsumsi sebagai kunci awal sanitasi air dan pemberian pelatihan pengelolaan air siap konsumsi dalam rumah tangga untuk memenuhi kebutuhan sehari-hari merupakan cara yang efektif untuk menciptakan suatu kawasan dengan tingkat pengelolaan air siap konsumsi yang baik dan menurunkan tingkat kontaminasi secara signifikan. 11,12 Edukasi berupa penyimpanan air dalam wadah tertutup steril yang tahan lama, pembersihan dan sanitasi wadah penyimpanan secara berkala, menghindari paparan sinar matahari langsung terhadap wadah penyimpan air serta menghindari zat-zat berbahaya akan membantu pemerintah untuk menciptakan lingkungan yang sehat, bersih, dan nyaman. 13,14,15 Program ini diharapkan dapat meningkatkan pengetahuan dan pemberdayaan masyarakat akan pentingnya penggunaan air bersih dan pengelolaan air siap konsumsi dalam rumah tangga yang dihasilkan oleh masyarakat itu sendiri (Gambar 1).…”

Integration of water, sanitation, and hygiene program with biosecurity: A One Health approach to reduce the prevalence and exposure of antibiotic-resistant bacteria in the livestock community

“…In the field of environmental engineering, WaSH approaches, such as clean water supply, regular water quality checks, periodic cleaning of animal pens, and handwashing practices, are promising for reducing the risk of AMR. This program has been effectively implemented in domestic environments [21,22], schools [23], and healthcare facilities [24][25][26]. The World Health Organization and UNICEF launched a monitoring strategy for the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development Goal 6, which aims to provide water for all.…”