Ministry approves measures to check private water tankers

AMMAN — The Ministry of Water and Irrigation has approved a new plan for tracking private tankers selling water to the public to ensure that water is clean and safe, a government official said Saturday.

The new plan was approved ahead of summer, when demand for water increases, the ministry’s official said, noting that under the new plan authorities will carry out regular inspections on tankers and test the quality of water they sell.

“The plan will be implemented in cooperation with district governors and the Rangers across the country. Owners of violating tankers will be referred to court for legal action,” the official told The Jordan Times in a phone interview.

The ministry urged the public to be vigilant and ask drivers of the tankers to show them a document that identifies the source of the water.

“People receiving water from private wells must obtain a receipt indicating the source and cost of the water,” the official noted.

He called on the public to report water tanker owners who breach regulations.

The ministry said owners of water tankers must adhere to regulations that ensure water safety, including cleanliness of the tanker and pipes. Water tankers must be green in colour, with the words “drinking water” visibly printed.

Water tanker owners must also carry out regular maintenance and cleaning of the tanker, according to the ministry.