High School Water Conservation Booklet Name: - Bundaberg ...

High School Water Conservation Booklet Name: - Bundaberg ... High School Water Conservation Booklet Name: - Bundaberg ...

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Observe the process of the treatment plant during your visit. Draw and label apicture or flow chart showing the treatments process.Discuss and write a brief report explaining the effects on water quality in Bundaberg,(pro and cons approach).32

Home and Community Water AuditHow Much Water Do We Use At Home?Home Water Use SurveyThis activity will help to highlight exactly where water in the home is being used.Firstly, undertake a home water use survey using the “Water Use Survey” sheet with each ofyour family members.After this exercise is completed, gather as a family group to discuss where water is beingused. Use the “Water Use Survey Results” form to score each family member to tell themhow they faired on the rating scale.Discuss ways to change poor water habits and why it’s important to reduce water usage. Usethe “Our Water Wise Family” to encourage each family member to participate in water savingmethods for around the home.Listed below is some water used facts.Brushing your teethWashing your handsFlushing the toiletHaving a showerHaving a bathUsing a washing machineCleaning the kitchenDish washing by handUsing the dishwasherUsing the garbage disposalHaving a swimming poolHave the sprinkler onWashing the car with a hoseHosing the drivewayNot fixing a dripping tapUsing a hand held hose5 litres4 litres3 - 12 litres20 litres per minute100 - 200 litres200 litres per cycle(average cycle for a top loader)8 litres18 litres20 litres per cycle30 litres per dayup to 55000 litres per fill1000 litres per hour100 – 300 litres per wash75 litres per wash65 litres per day10 - 20 litres per minute33

Observe the process of the treatment plant during your visit. Draw and label apicture or flow chart showing the treatments process.Discuss and write a brief report explaining the effects on water quality in <strong>Bundaberg</strong>,(pro and cons approach).32

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