Objective

To establish systematic procedures for continuous monitoring and maintenance of water quality parameters, ensuring optimal aquatic health and ecosystem balance.

Team

Responsibilities

• Coordinator: Oversight and reporting
• Technical Assistant / Lab Technician (Chemistry Lab): Routine monitoring, sample analysis and data recording
• Office Staff: Data Verification
• External Lab Support: Advanced analysis

Maintenance Schedule

Record Keeping

• Maintain a Water Quality Logbook and Excel Sheet
• Daily entries for DO, temperature, pH
• Weekly/Monthly test reports filed chronologically

Parameters Monitored: pH, Temperature, Dissolved Oxygen (DO), Ammonia, Nitrite, Nitrate, Total Hardness, Alkalinity, Turbidity, BOD, Total Suspended Solids, Chlorine, Heavy Metals (Pb, Cd, Hg), Pathogen load (E. coli)

Review and Update

• Data reviewed every 6 months or upon major changes in fish species or system design
• Incorporate feedback from field observations and new research

Monitoring & Reporting

• Conduct regular awareness campaigns and workshops for students and staff
• Promote water conservation practices and monitor water consumption patterns