23/07/2026
SANS 241 is South Africa’s national standard for drinking water quality, setting the legal limits that any water used for drinking, cooking, or bathing must meet. It covers microbiological risks like E. coli and coliforms (with zero tolerance for pathogens), chemical risks such as lead, arsenic, nitrates, fluoride and free chlorine, physical and aesthetic factors like colour, odour and total dissolved solids, and operational indicators such as turbidity and pH. It applies to municipalities, commercial properties, mines, and any business supplying water to staff or the public — making compliance a legal requirement, not just good practice. Crystal Clear can help you. https://nanokleen.co.za/sans-241-sas-standard-for-drinking-water-quality/