Minnesota Administrative Rules
Agency 144 - Health Department
Chapter 4720 - PUBLIC WATER SUPPLIES
WATER HAULERS
Part 4720.4100 - DEFINITIONS

Subpart 1. Accessible.

"Accessible" means capable of being exposed for cleaning and inspection.

Subp. 2. Approved source.

"Approved source" means a public water supply which is in compliance with state rules relating to water supplies, and is equipped with a permanent overhead delivery system designed to prevent the introduction of biological or chemical contaminants.

Subp. 3. Commissioner.

"Commissioner" means the commissioner of health or his or her authorized representative.

Subp. 4. Corrosion-resistant.

"Corrosion-resistant" means capable of maintaining original surface characteristics under the prolonged influence of the use environment, including the expected water contact and normal use of cleaning compounds and sanitizing solutions.

Subp. 5. Easily cleanable.

"Easily cleanable" means readily accessible, and of such material and finish and so fabricated that cleaning can be accomplished by hand scrubbing.

Subp. 6. Sanitize.

"Sanitize" means the bactericidal treatment of the interior surfaces of the tank by a process which has proven effective and does not leave a toxic residue.

Subp. 7. Smooth.

"Smooth" means a surface free of pits and inclusions.

Subp. 8. Toxic.

"Toxic" means having an adverse physiological effect on humans.

Subp. 9. Water hauler or hauler.

"Water hauler" or "hauler" means a person engaged in bulk vehicular transportation of water to other than the hauler's household, which is intended for use or used for drinking or domestic purposes.