Commonwealth of virginia department of professional and. Once the report is generated youll then have the option to download it as a pdf, print or email the report. Virginias drinking water rules and regulations drinking water. Article 3 of 12 vac 5590 enacted by the state board of health pursuant to 32. Proper permanent well abandonment is specified in the virginia department of health vdh waterworks regulations 12vac5590840 b which covers public wells, class i and class ii wells, etc. Virginia presented below are water quality standards in effect for clean water act cwa purposes for this state. This document is a complete, edited unofficial copy of the waterworks and wastewater works operators regulations 18vac16030. Newport news waterworks is a regional water provider, owned and operated by the city of newport news, that serves over 400,000 people in hampton, newport news, poquoson, york county and part of james city county. Commonwealth of virginia department of health office of drinking water date. All holders of dpu standards the virginia department of health, office of drinking water, east regional office vdh has provided a clarification of section 12 vac 55901150c crossing. These amendments were necessary for the state to retain primary enforcement responsibility for waterworks in virginia.
An electronic copy of this working memo in pdf format is available for staff internally at the. Vdh waterworks regulations henrico county, virginia. Pwsid no assessment elements response describe any element of concern y n na 4. In the context of this document, the town of smithfield, virginia is the water purveyor. The waterworks regulations require that the repeat. Wellhead protection plan, commonwealth of virginia town of luray. Crossconnection control and backflow prevention virginia beach, virginia, code of ordinances page 2 of 4 hazard. The clean water act section 303, federal regulations at 40 cfr 1, and state water control law mandates the protection of existing highquality state waters and provides for the restoration of all other state waters so they will permit reasonable. Table of contents waterworks regulations chapter 590. The waterworks regulations promulgated by the board of health under title 32. Each plan shall be kept current and shall be kept at a location that. Waterworks regulations virginia department of health. Nov 11, 2019 the virginia department of health vdh completed the most recent amendment in november 2016 to incorporate the requirements in the revised total coliform rule 40 cfr 141.
According to the virginia department of heath waterworks regulations 12 vac 5590580, the city of richmond must establish and enforce a program of cross connection control and backflow prevention to protect the citys water distribution system, and to ensure that the systems treated water is pure and safe for public consumption. Each community waterworks including consecutive waterworks shall develop and maintain an emergency management plan for extended power outages. Waterworks regulations amending 12vac559010, 12vac5590140, 12vac5590150, 12vac5590350, 12vac5590370, 12vac5590379, 12vac5590380, 12vac5590440, 12vac5590530, 12vac5590540, 12vac5590545, 12vac5590550. A waterworks subject to regulation is definedin both the virginia statute and the vdh regulationsas a system that provides water through piping for human consumption to serve the pub.
Approved backflow prevention devices for lawn irrigation sprinkler systems pdf. As part of its surface water treatment process, newport news waterworks. Individual sections of the waterworks regulations may be found on the virginia. This course will provide an overview of surface water treatment plant operations. James city service authority james city county, virginia. In cases where a new water line passes under an existing sewer line, the vdh will. The office of drinking water protects public health and ensures virginians have a safe and adequate supply of drinking water. The requirement for a licensed operator is included in a facilitys virginia pollutant discharge elimination systems vpdes or virginia pollution abatement vpa permit. Waterworks regulations amending 12vac559010, 12vac5590340. Approved water supply means a waterworks which has a valid waterworks operation permit from the department or a water supply which is evaluated, tested and if found in reasonable compliance with the applicable standards private well regulations 12 vac 5630, accepted and approved by the director or the directors designee. Permit and the virginia department of health vdh waterworks operation permit. Efficacy of virginias waterworks capacity development strategy. Regulations, standards and references city of norfolk. The commonwealth of virginias department of health waterworks regulations.
The amp website for virginia candidates includes a candidate handbook with links that will take you to abcs needtoknow criteria based on virginia s license classes. Utilities water and sanitary sewer design and construction standards pdf. Check the sections youd like to appear in the report, then use the create report button at the bottom of the page to generate your report. Number and classification of licensed operators required in 12vac5590460. It is the intent of the vboa that all cpe meet the requirements of vboa regulations and assist the licensee in becoming a better professional. Waterworks and wastewater works operator law and regulations must have a license of the appropriate class and category. Vdh waterworks regulations water lines crossing sewer lines to. The waterworks regulations in their entirety are available as pdf files below. Virginia scc division of utility and railroad safety. The virginia department of health, office of drinking water.
This candidate information bulletin provides you with information about the examination and application process for becoming licensed as a waterworks operator in the commonwealth of virginia. Epa is posting these standards as a convenience to users and has made a reasonable effort to assure their accuracy. August 12, 2002 chapter 590 waterworks regulations cross references board for waterworks and wastewater works operators regulations, 18vac1602010 et seq. Section section title page part i provisions for the waterworks regulations definitions 10 definitions 1 20 authority for regulations 12 30 purpose of regulations 12 40 administration of regulations 12. The following rules and regulations have been established by the newport news waterworks department in accordance with chapter 29, art. Health regulations means regulations which include all primary maximum contaminant levels, treatment technique requirements, and all. Newport news waterworks adheres to drinking water regulations set by the united states. This course will fulfill 3 of your required hours for virginia water operators. This outline reflects the minimum knowledge required by a.
Licensed operators shall also comply with all applicable regulations promulgated by the virginia board for water works waterworks and wastewater works operators and onsite sewage system professionals, department of professional and occupational regulation. Waterworks regulations definitions authority for regulations purpose of regulations administration of regulations application of regulations to waterworks and water supplies in operation or planned prior to the effective date of the regulations compliance with the administrative process act powers and procedures procedure reserved. Virginia waterworks regulations code of virginia 12 vac5590590 cross connections the purveyor shall not install, maintain, or allow to be installed a water service connection to any premise where cross connections to a waterworks or a consumers water system may exist unless such cross. For the neighbors of newport news waterworks reservoirs please see these guidelinespdf. Small waterworks means, for the purpose of 12vac5590375, 12vac5590405, 12vac5590530 d and 12vac5590550 d only, a waterworks that serves 3,300 persons or fewer. With the exception of specific exemptions stated in the regulation listed below the requirement to have a. Events that may have caused a system upset prior to collection of tc samples 3. As used in this chapter, the following words and terms shall have meanings respectively set forth unless the context clearly requires a different meaning. Application of regulations to waterworks and water supplies in operation or planned prior to the effective date of the regulations. Part i general framework for waterworks regulations. Section section title page part i provisions for the waterworks regulations definitions 10 definitions 1 20 authority for regulations 12 30 purpose of regulations 12 40 administration of regulations. Virginia board for waterworks and wastewater works operators and onsite sewage system professionals board. The summit identified key issues that needed to be addressed in protecting virginia s natural resources, as well as potential solutions and priorities for implementation in the years after the summit. The amp website for virginia candidates includes a candidate handbook with links that will take you to abcs needtoknow criteria based on virginias license classes.
The virginia department of health waterworks regulations requires the. Any condition, device or practice in the water usage system and its operation which creates or, in the judgment of the director, may create a danger to the health and wellbeing of the water consumer. The construction of any new private water system is prohibited unless otherwise approved by town council. Waterworks with a single service connection means a waterworks which supplies drinking water to consumers via a single service line. Provisional waterworks operator license application. Emergency management plan for extended power outages.
Ien conducted 2day workshops for 8 centers in virginia, and many of these. Waterworks and wastewater works operators and onsite. Agency us epa and guidance provided by the virginia department. Virginia administrative code vac for waterworks regulations. To be licensed, you must pass an examination to confirm that you have attained at least a. This is your authorization from the state health commissioner to construct modifications to the subject waterworks in accordance with the approved documents.
Vac for waterworks regulations 12vac 5590, part ii, article 4 cross connection control and backflow prevention in waterworks as amended, and the virginia department of professional and occupational regulation dpor code of virginia title 54. All waterworks shall be in accordance with these guidelines and requirements of the commonwealth of virginia waterworks regulations. All designs shall be in accordance with the manual, the latest edition of the virginia waterworks regulations, and sewage collection and treatment regulations scat, and any other local, state, or federal agencies having jurisdiction including the requirements of the code of spotsylvania county as they pertain to water and sanitary sewerage. These regulations also state that the license shall be issued in accordance with title 54. Waterworks and sewage works regulations being chapter e10. Virginia department of health office of drinking water form odw05 page 3 of 9 effective 04012016 waterworks level 2 assessment waterworks name. Pwsid no assessment elements response describe any element of concern y n na 3. Virginia department of health office of drinking water. The voc and uc regulations become effective on january 1, 1991, for community and ntnc waterworks serving less than 3,300 persons. Cross connection control and backflow prevention leesburg, va. Amendments have been incorporated for convenience of reference and the original statutes and regulations should be consulted for all purposes of interpretation and application of the law. An individual who applies for an initial license, holds a virginia individual cpa license, or applies to have their license reinstated is required to obtain continuing professional education, or cpe. Commonwealth of virginia sanitary regulations for hotels march 2002 virginia department of health richmond, virginia chapter 431 sanitary.
Title 12 of vac agency 5, chapter 590 12vac5590 is reserved for regulations for public waterworks and was last amended november 2, 2016. Deq is responsible for issuing individual and general permits that control stormwater discharges from municipal separate storm sewer systems ms4s and construction activities. Commonwealth of virginia department of professional and occupational regulation 9960 mayland drive, suite 400 richmond, virginia 232331485 804 3678595. To print the whole chapter in html, please click at the bottom of the toc panel and then click. This candidate information bulletin provides you with information about the registration and examination process for becoming certified as a water well systems provider in the commonwealth of virginia. Please set the page orientation to landscape for printing of bilingual texts on a single page.
You will learn about surface water treatment regulations, and the basics of treatment processes, coagulation and flocculation, filtration, disinfection, corrosion control, and much more. Virginia administrative code database updated through 18. Provisional waterworks and wastewater works operators. The design guidelines set forth in the manual of practice part iii specify general criteria for the design and construction of waterworks. Standard sample means that portion of finished drinking water that is examined for the presence of coliform bacteria. Evaluation of existing water supply goochland county. Regulations are codified in title 18 of the virginia administrative code available online. Waterworks regulations virginia regulatory town hall. Deq administers these programs through the virginia stormwater management program vsmp regulations, which are authorized by the virginia stormwater management act. The purpose of the proposed action is to comprehensively update the waterworks regulations to ensure they are clear, concise, and. Virginia department of health office of drinking water form odw05 page 4 of 9 effective 04012016 waterworks level 2 assessment waterworks name. The voc and uc regulations are effective immediately for community and ntnc waterworks serving 3,300 to 10,000 persons.
The classes established by abc are not applicable to virginia licenses. Virginia tax is committed to keeping you informed as the coronavirus covid19 crisis continues to evolve. Several mechanisms were identified which might establish a steady source of funding for conservation easements and conservation land acquisition. To be certified, you must pass an examination to confirm that you have attained a minimum level. Regulation of crossconnection control and backflow prevention for waterworks.
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