Sensor to Detect Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF) in Ship Bilge Water: Construction and Installation

摘要

This report presents detailed instructions on how to build, install, calibrate, and test a device that detects the presence of aqueous film forming foam (AFFF) in wastewater. The primary use of the sensor is the detection of AFFF in the bilge water of Navy ships. If AFFF is present in bilge water off- loaded to a shore-side wastewater treatment plant, it may cause serious upsets in treatment plant operation. Early detection of AFFF permits Navy base operating personnel to take measures to prevent AFFF from entering the waste water treatment system.