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Abstract

As water quality is critical to human health, this study therefore investigated the physicochemical and microbiological characteristics of sachet water sold in selected communities in Ekiti State, Nigeria. This was to monitor and ascertain the level of compliance of sachet water production and its distribution to national and international standards. Five popular sachet water make and a total of twenty (20) sachets were selected and randomly sampled in Ado, Ikere, Ijero and Ikole Local Government Areas for the determination of their characteristics for public health concern. Samples collected were properly preserved and transported to the laboratory for analyses following standard methods. Results revealed that the physicochemical characteristics favourably compared with standard and were within the acceptable limits while microbiological indicators showed evidence of Staphylococcus aureus or “staph” in 15 % of the samples with exception of total coliform count and E. Coli. Human contamination was observed showing signs of unhygienic surroundings and water workers. Therefore, to prevent water diseases in sachet water production and distribution chains, high level of hygiene for factory’s workers and surrounding is of necessity. Regular monitoring and inspection should be encouraged. Sanction by regulatory bodies is recommended for public health safety.

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