Blue Drop Status
Drinking water quality compliance
Blue Drop Certified
Amatola Water has achieved Blue Drop certification from the Department of Water and Sanitation, recognizing our commitment to excellence in drinking water quality management and compliance with national standards.
What is Blue Drop?
The Blue Drop Certification Programme is a regulatory performance assessment system managed by the Department of Water and Sanitation. It assesses water service providers on their water quality management practices, ensuring safe drinking water for all South Africans.
Water Quality
Compliance with SANS 241 drinking water quality standards
Process Control
Effective water treatment processes and quality control systems
Asset Management
Proper maintenance and management of water infrastructure
Management Systems
Documented procedures and continuous improvement practices
Blue Drop Assessment Areas
Water Safety Planning
Comprehensive risk assessment and management from source to tap
Water Quality Monitoring
Regular testing and monitoring of water quality parameters
Process Control & Management
Effective treatment processes with proper operational controls
Drinking Water Quality Compliance
Meeting national drinking water quality standards
Asset Management
Maintenance of infrastructure and equipment
Reporting & Communication
Transparent reporting to stakeholders and regulatory bodies
Our Commitment to Excellence
Achieving and maintaining Blue Drop certification reflects our ongoing commitment to providing safe, high-quality drinking water to all our customers. We continuously monitor, assess, and improve our water quality management systems to ensure the highest standards are maintained.
Our Blue Drop certification demonstrates that Amatola Water meets and exceeds the stringent requirements set by the Department of Water and Sanitation for drinking water quality management.