QUANTITATIVE RESEARCH

S C I E N C E , T E C H N O L O G Y , E N G I N E E R I N G , A N D M A T H E M A T I C S

BUHAYNASAPA INTEGRATED
NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL

APPLICATION OF
SLOW SAND TECHNIQUE FOR

WATER FILTRATION
IN RAINWATER CATCHMENT FACILITY

1 INTRODUCTION

Rainwater is a crucial resource in the Philippines,

with an average rainfall of 143.04 millimeters annually.
It has various applications, including plant irrigation,
household chores, and drinking water. The slow
sand technique is a reliable method for removing
contaminants and suspended particles from rainwater,
making it suitable for hand washing and hygienic
purposes. This research aims to integrate the slow sand
technique into a filtration system for schools, addressing
the need for clean and safe water for hand washing and
hygienic purposes. This affordable and low-maintenance
approach could significantly improve water quality and
sanitation practices, contributing to overall health and
well-being.
3 METHODOLOGY

2 OBJECTIVES
RESEARCH INSTRUMENT
Questionnaire and
SUBJECT OF THE STUDY
310 Senior High
Documentray Review School Student
This study aims to assess the efficacy of the
application of slow sand technique for water filtration in RESEARCH LOCALE SAMPLING METHOD
rainwater catchment facility.
Buhaynasapa Integrated Purposive and Simple
Specifically, this study seeks answers to the following
questions: National High School Random Sampling
1. How can the utilization of rainwater in Buhaynasapa
Integrated National High School be described? RESEARCH DESIGN
2. How can the following processes for slow-sand Descriptive
filtration be described: Research Design
2.1 collection of rainwater;
2.2 pre-treatment stage; and
2.3 filtration stage?
3. To what extent is the effectiveness of the slow-sand

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Respondents frequently used rainwater in

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technique in filtering rainwater in terms of: BINHS for various school-related activities,
3.1 improvement in water quality; including cleaning rooms, watering plants, FINDINGS
3.2 compliance with hygiene standards; and and laundry. ‌
3.3 ensuring safety of the filtered water?

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4. What are the key challenges encountered in the
process of applying the slow-sand filtration technique?
5. Based on the analysis, what rainwater catchment
facility design would be suitable for BINHS?
Using the collection of rainwater, pre-treatment stage, and filtration
stage processes in slow sand filtration improved the quality of rainwater
that can be used in cleaning rooms, watering plants, and laundry. ‌

> Slow sand filtration is effective in filtering rainwater because it assures

the safety of the filtered water and enhances the rainwater’s quality and
hygienic compliance. ‌

5 CONCLUSION
> Application of the slow sand technique poses notable challenges that
require specialized testing and regular operational checks to uphold its
effectiveness.

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Based on the findings, it is concluded that students
actively engage in utilizing rainwater for various tasks Based on the collected data, the researchers proposed a rainwater
within the school premises. The integration of slow sand catchment facility design suitable for BINHS, incorporating a slow sand
filtration with rainwater collection and pre-treatment filtration system.
provides a sustainable solution for water purification.
Moreover, This approach effectively improves rainwater
quality by removing impurities and potential pathogens,
ensuring compliance with hygiene standards, and ensuring
the safety of the filtered water. Despite challenges such as
the need for specialized training and ongoing operational
checks, the slow sand technique proves effective in
ensuring water safety, minimizing environmental impact,
and controlling microbial growth, as recognized by the
students involved in the study.

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The school administrators and staff may

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develop comprehensive guidelines for the proper
implementation of the slow sand filtration
technique in rainwater catchment facilities.
A regular maintenance schedule for the slow sand
filtration system, including tasks such as cleaning,
inspection, and replacement of filter media, may be
established.

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The school may encourage on-going research
and development initiatives to explore potential
enhancements or modifications to the slow sand
filtration technique.
A RESEARCH PAPER
PRESENTED TO
THE FACULTY OF
THE SENIOR HIGH
SCHOOL DEPARTMENT

MAR
BUHAYNASAPA
INTEGRATED NATIONAL
HIGH SCHOOL, SAN
JUAN, BATANGAS G R O U P 2
2024