Tag: Public Health Goals

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From Source to Sip: How Standards Keep Your Water Safe

July 2, 2026

Every sip of Southern California tap water is backed by a system designed to keep it safe and reliable. During the testing process, Your SoCal Tap Water member agencies work diligently so their results align with standards for public health goals and maximum contaminant levels. A public health goal, established by the Office of Environmental … More From Source to Sip: How Standards Keep Your Water Safe

What are Public Health Goals? Maximum Contaminant Levels and water regulations in California

November 30, 2017

Public Health Goals (PHG) are often mistaken as law, however they are goals set by the state as to what level a contaminant no longer poses a significant health risk. They are not regulated, but are established as a recommendation by the Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment (OEHHA). Conversely, Maximum Contaminant Levels (MCL) are … More What are Public Health Goals? Maximum Contaminant Levels and water regulations in California