Given that wastewater is increasingly being used by epidemiologists to monitor pathogen recovery and concentration, it’s clear that effective wastewater management is an important part of public health. That’s where KOR’s Vanguard Pathogen Defence System comes in. Designed for sewer and drain cleaning vehicles, it provides advanced protection, reducing exposure to harmful bacteria and viruses.
Pathogen Spread in Wastewater Operations
Despite the many existing treatments used on water in Australia, CSIRO recently highlighted the risk of new pathogens like COVID-19 or antimicrobial-resistant (AMR) strains like Enteropathogenic Escherichia coli (E. coli) in wastewater, slipping through the cracks before it’s recycled.
This can have massive implications for public health as well as operators of wastewater trucks, such as jet trucks, combination trucks, and CCTV units, that face health risks from pathogens in wastewater. Jetting hoses often carry bacteria and viruses from sewers and drains. These hoses may come into contact with residential yards, public parks, or gardens, creating exposure risks for workers, residents, children, and animals.
The Vanguard Pathogen Defence System cleans jet hoses during operation, reducing the transfer of pathogens for applications including:
- Municipal Wastewater Management – Reduces the risk of exposure during sewer cleaning and drain maintenance.
- Industrial Wastewater Facilities – Controls the spread of chemicals, biological contaminants, and bacteria.
- Public Parks and Residential Areas – Prevents contamination when wastewater trucks operate near homes and recreational spaces.
- Medical Waste and Hazardous Waste Handling – Provides a critical barrier against pathogens such as COVID-19, hepatitis, septic bacteria, and antibiotic-resistant superbugs like MRSA.
Advantages of the Vanguard Pathogen Defence System
The Vanguard Pathogen Defence System is user-friendly and efficient. With a simple one-button operation, it automates jet hose decontamination, making it easy for operators to integrate into their daily routines without extensive training and removing the need for manual cleaning. The system can be installed on new vehicles or retrofitted to existing sewer and drain cleaning units, offering flexibility for different operational needs. The system consists of four components:
- Control Box – Mixes disinfectant with water and directs it through the cleaning equipment.
- Antibacterial Tank – Allows adjustable concentration to meet specific cleaning needs.
- Cleaning Collar – Encloses the hose, disinfecting it thoroughly as it retracts and removing up to 98% of bacteria and viruses.
- Spray Gun and Hose – A 15-metre hose, extendable to 50 metres, for cleaning equipment and surrounding areas.
A Safer Way to Manage Wastewater
The Vanguard Pathogen Defence System gives you the tools to manage these risks effectively, ensuring that safety, efficiency, and environmental responsibility go hand in hand.
Want to protect your team and reduce contamination risks? Contact KOR today to learn how the Vanguard Pathogen Defence System can make a difference in your wastewater operations.
