5 Colo. Code Regs. § 1002-11.44
Current through Register Vol. 47, No. 20, October 25, 2024
Section 5 CCR 1002-11.44 - POINT-OF-ENTRY DEVICES AND BOTTLED WATER RULE11.44(1)Use of Point-of-Entry Devices(a) The supplier may only use point-of-entry devices to comply with MCLs if all the requirements specified in this section, 11.44(1), are met.(b) The supplier must use and properly apply point-of-entry devices that are an effective technology for complying with the MCL(s).(c) The supplier must develop a Department-approved point-of-entry device plan that shows that the point-of-entry devices are an effective technology for complying with the MCL(s) and will maintain the microbiological safety of the water. (i) The plan must demonstrate that the point-of-entry devices will provide public health protection equivalent to central water treatment.(A) "EQUIVALENT" means that the water will meet all Colorado Primary Drinking Water Regulations and will be of acceptable quality, similar to water distributed by a well-operated central treatment plant.(d) The design and application of the point-of-entry devices must:(i) Include an adequate process for certification of performance, field testing, and, if not included in the certification process, a rigorous engineering design review of the point-of-entry devices.(ii) Consider the tendency for an increase in heterotrophic bacteria concentrations in water treated with activated carbon.(e) The supplier must develop a monitoring plan for the point-of-entry devices and obtain Department approval for the monitoring plan before installing any point-of-entry devices. (i) The monitoring must include physical measurements and observations such as total flow treated and mechanical condition of the treatment equipment.(f) The supplier must have a point-of-entry device installed, maintained, and adequately monitored at every building connected to the distribution system and ensure that the rights and responsibilities of the customer are conveyed with the title upon sale of property.(i) The supplier must demonstrate to the Department that these requirements have been met.(g) The supplier is responsible for the maintenance and operation of each point-of-entry device.11.44(2)Use of Bottled Water(a) The supplier cannot use bottled water to achieve compliance with an MCL.(b) The supplier may use bottled water on a temporary basis to avoid unreasonable risk to public health.38 CR 07, April 10, 2015, effective 4/30/201541 CR 11, June 10, 2018, effective 6/30/201841 CR 23, December 10, 2018, effective 12/30/201843 CR 07, April 10, 2020, effective 4/30/202043 CR 17, September 10, 2020, effective 9/30/202045 CR 24, December 25, 2022, effective 1/14/2023