Description
Course Description
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, known as PFAS or PFASs, have been used in coatings, firefighting foam, and consumer products since the 1950’s. PFAS can have serious health effects from regular ingestion in drinking water. PFAS is present in many public and private drinking water supplies. Current and proposed regulations require limiting the concentrations of several PFAS compounds. This course explains these regulations and summarizes the current techniques for PFAS removal from water. Example problems and applications are included.
The following topics are covered:
- Types of PFAS
- State Drinking Water Limits
- EPA Proposed National Limits
- Hazard Index
- Lab Test Methods
- PFAS Removal Technologies
- Lifecycle Costs
Author: Mark N Ludwigson
Course Number: 525
Course Hours: 3 PDH