Final answer:
The Safe Drinking Water Act mandates that public drinking water supplies are regulated, sources of drinking water are monitored and protected, consumers are provided with water quality reports, and financial and technical aid is given to smaller water companies for compliance.
Step-by-step explanation:
The Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA) and its accompanying regulations require the following four key actions for compliance:
- Regulating public drinking water supply to ensure safety through establishment of maximum contaminant levels (MCLs) and treatment techniques (TTs).
- Monitoring and protection of drinking water sources, including surface and groundwater, to prevent contamination.
- Provision of a water quality report to consumers by water companies, detailing contaminants and water safety information.
- Offering financial and technical assistance to small regulated water companies, helping them comply with SDWA standards.
These requirements are part of the amendments and evolution of the SDWA since its initial enactment in 1974.