South Carolina Code of Regulations
Chapter 61 - DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL
Subchapter 61-25 - Retail Food Establishments
Chapter 61-25.5 - WATER, PLUMBING, AND WASTE
Part 61-25.5-3 - MOBILE WATER TANK AND MOBILE FOOD ESTABLISHMENT WATER TANK
Section 61-25.5-302 - Design and Construction

Universal Citation: SC Code Regs 61-25.5-302

Current through Register Vol. 48, No. 9, September 27, 2024

5-302.11 Enclosed System, Sloped to Drain.

A mobile water tank shall be:

(A) Enclosed from the filling inlet to the discharge outlet and

(B) Sloped to an outlet that allows complete drainage of the tank.

5-302.12 Inspection and Cleaning Port, Protected and Secured.

If a water tank is designed with an access port for inspection and cleaning, the opening shall be in the top of the tank and:

(A) Flanged upward at least one-half inch (13 mm) and

(B) Equipped with a port cover assembly that is:

(1) Provided with a gasket and a device for securing the cover in place and

(2) Flanged to overlap the opening and sloped to drain.

5-302.13 "V" Type Threads, Use Limitation.

A fitting with "V" type threads on a water tank inlet or outlet shall be allowed only when a hose is permanently attached.

5-302.14 Tank Vent, Protected.

If provided, a water tank vent shall terminate in a downward direction and shall be covered with:

(A) Sixteen (16) mesh to one (1) inch (25.4 mm) screen or equivalent when the vent is in a protected area or

(B) A protective filter when the vent is in an area that is not protected from windblown dirt and debris.

5-302.15 Inlet and Outlet, Sloped to Drain.

(A) A water tank and its inlet and outlet shall be sloped to drain.

(B) A water tank inlet shall be positioned so that it is protected from contaminants such as waste discharge, road dust, oil, or grease.

5-302.16 Hose, Construction, and Identification.

A hose used for conveying drinking water from a water tank shall be:

(A) Safe; P

(B) Durable, corrosion resistant, and nonabsorbent;

(D) Finished with a smooth interior surface; and

(E) Clearly and durably identified as to its use if not permanently attached.

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