Development of Water Safety Plan (WSP) for Municipal Committee Jacobabad (MCJ)

The WSP was initiated in 2018 with funding from the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) through the HANDS organization. The WSP approach involves identifying and assessing hazards in the water supply system, implementing control measures to mitigate these hazards, and establishing an operational monitoring plan to ensure the continued safety of the water supply. The WSP team, comprising representatives from MCJ and HANDS, was assembled to oversee the development and implementation of the WSP. The water supply system in Jacobabad consists of a canal intake, lagoons, a water treatment plant, and a distribution network. The population of Jacobabad is approximately 400,000, with a water demand of 20 million gallons per day. The water supply capacity is 15 million gallons per day, with a distribution network that covers 6 zones. A hazard identification and risk assessment was conducted to identify potential hazards in the water supply system. The hazards identified include contamination of the canal intake, lagoons, and water treatment plant, as well as inadequate treatment and distribution of water. The risk assessment revealed that the likelihood of hazards is moderate to high, with potential consequences ranging from mild to severe. Control measures were implemented to mitigate the identified hazards, including the installation of a new intake system, upgrading of the water treatment plant, and implementation of a distribution network management plan. The control measures were validated through a series of tests and assessments, and the risk rating was reassessed to ensure that the water supply system is safe and reliable. An operational monitoring plan was established to ensure the continued safety of the water supply system. The plan includes regular monitoring of water quality parameters, such as pH, turbidity, and bacterial contamination, as well as visual and physical inspections of the water supply system. The plan also includes a verification monitoring plan, which involves third-party audits to ensure compliance with the WSP. Management strategies were implemented to ensure the effective management of the WSP, including the establishment of a WSP steering committee, outsourcing of water supply services, and human resources management. The WSP also includes a communication strategy to inform the public about the WSP and its benefits. The water supply system in Jacobabad consists of a canal intake, lagoons, a water treatment plant, and a distribution network. The population of Jacobabad is approximately 400,000, with a