ABSTRACT
The aims of wastewater treatment are as follows:
To convert the waste materials present in wastewaters into stable oxidized end products that can be safely disposed of to inland waters without any adverse ecological effects.
To protect public health.
To ensure that wastewater is effectively disposed of on a regular and reliable basis without nuisance or offence.
To recycle and recover the valuable components of wastewater.
To provide an economic method of disposal.
To comply with legal standards and consent conditions placed on dischargers.
