DEVELOPMENT OF QUALITY MANAGEMENT OF VILLAGE WATER SUPPLY SYSTEMS PRODUCED BY LOCAL ADMINISTRATIVE ORGANIZATIONS IN TRAT PROVINCE AREA

Abstract

The research that develops the quality management potential of village water supply systems under the care of local government organizations in Trat Province implementing the EHA 2001 standard procedure as research for development. The sample group consists of a village water supply system whose water quality assessment results exceeded the standards and drinking water quality criteria in the area of Mueang District, Trat Province, totaling 4 locations; those involved in the development process include a waterworks management committee of 60 people; and the water consumers from 400 households. A questionnaire was used to gather the data.

The results of the research showed that the Water Supply Management committee's proficiency with village water supply systems and their administration rose to a high degree of 66.6 percent.  The results of the village tap water quality assessment revealed that villages participating in the development of village tap water quality management met the village tap water quality assessment criteria, and people who use tap water are very satisfied with the services provided by the village water supply system.         

To apply the tap water quality development model in local government organizations, teams and working groups should be formed to comprehend and be aware of the work system that requires network support. In addition, a work manual that outlines essential work processes to develop understanding and be used as a guideline for operations at each level to be uniform and consistent should be produced.