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Which type of public water system (PWS) is not required to sample for volatile organic compounds (VOCs)?
Community Water System
Transient Noncommunity Water System
Nontransient Noncommunity Water System
Special Utility Water System
The correct answer is: Transient Noncommunity Water System
A transient noncommunity water system typically serves a population that does not remain year-round, such as parks and campgrounds. One notable aspect of transient noncommunity water systems is that they are not required to sample for volatile organic compounds (VOCs). This is largely due to the nature of their operation and the limited duration of exposure for users. In contrast, community water systems, which provide water for year-round residents, and nontransient noncommunity water systems, serving the same people over six months per year, are required to monitor for VOCs to ensure ongoing safety and compliance with health standards. These systems are expected to maintain more stringent water quality monitoring because they supply a stable and continuous population with a consistent need for safe drinking water. Special utility systems could fall under various regulatory requirements based on their specific characteristics and function, but generally, they too would have higher monitoring obligations similar to the other two types of systems mentioned earlier. Understanding the types and regulatory requirements for different water systems is essential for ensuring public health and safety through proper monitoring and compliance with established drinking water standards.