Worksheet 1 – Locate problems in the sedimentation and clarification
processes
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It is complicated to work out where to make an operational adjustment. Some of this knowledge
is developed through experience and intuition. Speak with experienced workmates and ask them
how they know what to look for.
Using this worksheet develop a reference guide to help locate problems in the sedimentation and
clarification process.
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Organisation: ____________________________________________ Name: ____________________________________ Date: _________________
Expected range
Other things to look for
Influent water
turbidity
pH
temperature
alkalinity
Sludge
removal rate,
thickness (solids content),
depth in the tank.
Sedimentation process
water flow rate,
surface loading,
rise rates,
weir loading.
Settled water quality
turbidity,
pH,
floc carry over,
weir loading,
residual coagulant.
Notes:
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