Safe Storage containers are recommended for keeping water that has been treated and is safe for use. CDC, Safe Water Storage There is the need for people to prevents re-contamination of water from time to time. To determine the appropriate storage container for a project, identify containers currently at use for water collection, transport, and storage in the community, these existing containers might already be safe, or could be modified to be the safest containers.
The desirable Safe Storage containers should contain; a small opening or cover that discourage users from placing contaminated hands, cups into the stored water. A spigot or small opening to allow easy and safe access to the stored water without inserting hands or objects into the container. Appropriate size for a household water treatment method, with attached instruction for using the treatment method and cleaning the container.