Nevada Administrative Code
Chapter 444 - Sanitation
SEWAGE DISPOSAL
Septic Tank Pumping Contractors
Section 444.820 - General requirements for and restrictions on operation

Universal Citation: NV Admin Code 444.820

Current through September 16, 2024

1. A person shall not engage in the operation of removing and disposing of the solid and liquid contents of septic tanks, holding tanks, grease traps, grease interceptors, portable toilets or other sewage treatment or disposal facilities unless the person has obtained an annual permit from the health authority. To obtain a permit pursuant to this section and NAC 444.821, 444.822 and 444.828, the applicant must file with the health authority an application on a form prescribed, prepared and furnished by the health authority. A written application must be filed annually and as necessary to amend the permit. A permit must be amended before using a vehicle which is not listed on the application and before changing a point of discharge.

2. The application for this permit must contain the following information:

(a) The area to be served.

(b) The type of waste to be hauled.

(c) The exact location of all discharge sites and type of waste to be discharged at each location. The application must include a letter from the operating authority of each such discharge site which states that the operating authority will accept the waste to be removed and disposed of by the applicant at the discharge site.

(d) The license number, vehicle identification number, make, model, year and color of each vehicle which the holder of a permit intends to use to remove or dispose of solid and liquid contents of septic tanks, holding tanks, grease traps, grease interceptors, portable toilets or other sewage treatment or disposal facilities. If the color of the vehicle is changed, the applicant or the holder of the permit, as appropriate, shall forthwith notify the health authority in writing of the change.

(e) The capacity of each vehicle to be listed on the permit.

(f) The location where each vehicle will be stored.

(g) The names and addresses of the employees of the applicant who will be removing or disposing of solid and liquid contents of septic tanks, holding tanks, grease traps, grease interceptors, portable toilets or other sewage treatment or disposal facilities. Not later than 2 weeks after the date on which any change in personnel is made, the applicant or holder of a permit, as appropriate, shall submit written notification of the change to the health authority.

(h) A description of each tank which is not physically affixed to a vehicle and which will be used to remove, dispose of or store solid and liquid contents of septic tanks, holding tanks, grease traps, grease interceptors, portable toilets or other sewage treatment or disposal facilities. The description must include the dimensions, size, capacity and color of each tank.

(i) A statement signed by the applicant that all waste material collected will be disposed of in accordance with the provisions of NAC 444.750 to 444.8396, inclusive, and that such waste will not be discharged to any waterway or sewer nor deposited on any land, including privately owned land, without the prior approval of the health authority or the Division of Environmental Protection of the State Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, as appropriate.

(j) Evidence satisfactory to the health authority that the applicant is of reputable and responsible character. If the applicant is a firm, association, organization, partnership, business trust, corporation or company, similar evidence must be submitted as to the members thereof and the person in charge of the business for which the application is made.

(k) A copy of the vehicle registration issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles for each vehicle to be used by the septic tank pumping contractor to remove and dispose of the solid and liquid contents of septic tanks, holding tanks, grease traps, grease interceptors, portable toilets or other sewage treatment or disposal facilities. Upon the request of the health authority, an applicant shall include in an application the original or a certified copy of the state registration or bill of sale, or both, for each vehicle listed on the application. If, while an application is pending, the ownership of a vehicle listed on the application changes, the applicant shall forthwith provide the health authority with documentation of the change. If a change in the ownership of the vehicle changes after a permit has been issued, the holder of the permit shall, not later than 2 weeks after the date on which the change occurred, provide to the health authority documentation of the change. If the applicant is not the registered owner of a vehicle, the applicant shall submit documentation of his or her authority to use the vehicle.

(l) Such other information as may be required by the health authority.

3. If a septic tank pumping contractor uses:

(a) A tank which is not physically attached to a vehicle, the name, phone number and permit number of the septic tank pumping contractor must be legibly and permanently lettered on:
(1) The tank; and

(2) Any vehicle used to transport the tank.

(b) A tank that is mounted on a vehicle used for septic tank pumping purposes, the name, phone number and permit number of the septic tank pumping contractor must be legibly and permanently lettered on both sides and the rear of:
(1) The tank; or

(2) The vehicle on which the tank is mounted.

Unless otherwise authorized by the Health Division pursuant to subsection 4, the lettering required pursuant to this subsection must be at least 4 inches in height and of a color that contrasts with the color of the tank or vehicle, as appropriate.

4. A septic tank pumping contractor may submit a written request to the Health Division to use lettering that is smaller than the size of the lettering required pursuant to subsection 3. The request must include the size of the lettering requested and the reasons for the smaller lettering. The Health Division may approve a request for smaller lettering if the size or design of the vehicle or tank will not accommodate lettering at least 4 inches in height. The Health Division shall approve or deny a request for smaller lettering and notify the septic tank pumping contractor of its decision in writing within 30 days after receipt of a written request for smaller lettering. If the Health Division approves a request for smaller lettering on a vehicle used to transport a tank which is not physically attached to the vehicle, a vehicle used for septic tank pumping purposes or on a tank mounted on a vehicle used for septic tank pumping purposes, the septic tank pumping contractor must keep the written approval of the Health Division, or a legible copy thereof, in the vehicle for which it is issued. If the Health Division approves a request for smaller lettering for a tank which is not physically attached to a vehicle, the septic tank pumping contractor must carry the written approval of the Health Division, or a legible copy thereof, with the tank. The septic tank pumping contractor shall, upon demand, make available the written approval of the Health Division for smaller lettering, or the copy thereof, to the staff of the Health Division for examination.

5. Each tank and portable receptacle that is used to transport liquid or solid waste must have the words "SEWAGE SLUDGE" or "RAW SEWAGE" permanently and legibly labeled on both sides of the tank or portable receptacle and on the rear of the tank or portable receptacle. The lettering must be at least 4 inches in height and of a color that contrasts with the color of the tank or portable receptacle, as appropriate.

6. Every vehicle used for septic tank pumping purposes must be equipped with a watertight tank. A tank and portable receptacle that is used to transport liquid or solid waste must be maintained in a clean and sanitary condition. Water that is used to clean a portable receptacle must be disposed of in an approved individual sewage disposal system or sewage treatment facility. Liquid or solid waste must not be transported in a vehicle with an open body unless the waste is contained within suitable portable receptacles. All pumps and hose lines must be maintained so as to prevent leakage.

7. Prior approval in writing must be obtained from the health authority and the operating authority of the discharge site for every location at which a septic tank pumping contractor plans to discharge a specific volume of waste material collected. No waste material may be discharged on any site without prior approval. Waste material collected by the septic tank pumping contractor must not be discharged into ditches, watercourses, lakes, ponds or any point where it can pollute any watercourse, water supply source or bathing area. Waste material must not be deposited within 600 feet of any highway or residence.

8. A vehicle or portable receptacle that is used to remove or dispose of solid or liquid wastes must not be used for any other purpose.

9. The health authority may deny an application for a permit if the applicant:

(a) Engaged in the operation of removing and disposing of solid and liquid contents of septic tanks, holding tanks, grease traps, grease interceptors or other sewage treatment or disposal facilities before obtaining a permit from the health authority.

(b) Failed to comply with the provisions of this section and NAC 444.821, 444.822 and 444.828.

10. The health authority may refuse to renew a permit or may suspend or revoke a permit if the holder of a permit:

(a) Violates any provision of this chapter or chapter 444 of NRS;

(b) Violates any of the terms of the permit; or

(c) Uses a vehicle or tank which is not listed in the permit.

Bd. of Health, Indiv. Sewage Disposal Systems Reg. §§ 16.1-16.7, eff. 11-23-72-NAC A 10-30-97; R129-98, 3-25-99; R193-03, 1-22-2004

NRS 439.200, 444.650

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