[RichR]

I would say that the quality of the water going into the tank is as important as anything. If you properly sanitize the tank, use a hose approved for drinking water that is as good as it can get. Can you guaranty that the water that comes out of your home faucet is as good at can be, maybe, but that is an assumption.

I have drunk from a tank that was not flushed and I'm still here. Safer than holding onto shopping cart handles.