Current through August 26, 2024
(1) WATER SYSTEMS.
(a)
General. The water
source used to supply the camp shall be a public or a private water
system.
(b)
Well compliance
with ch. NR 812. The operation, construction, installation, materials,
and maintenance of the water system used to supply water to the camp shall
comply with ch. NR 812, as enforced by the Wisconsin department of natural
resources.
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(2) POTABLE WATER SUPPLY.
(a)
Drinking water
standards. A camp shall be supplied with potable water under pressure
that meets the drinking water standards in ch. NR 809, as enforced by the
Wisconsin department of natural resources.
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(b)
Water test report. The
operator shall provide a copy of the water system bacteriological analysis for
total coliform and
E.coli in ss. NR 809.30 and 809.31 (1), and
analysis for nitrate in s. NR 809.115 (4), report to the department or its
agent for each well that supplies water to the camp based on the following:
1. If the camp operates seasonally, the
operator shall have the water tested and the report available within the
preceding 2 months before the season begins for review by the department or its
agent.
2. If the camp is operated
year round, the operator shall have the water tested and the report available
for review by the department or its agent within one year prior to the
requested review.
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Note: Public water systems may require
additional water testing as required by the Wisconsin department of natural
resources in ch. NR 809.
(c)
Unsafe potable water.
The operator shall discontinue use of a public or private water system used to
supply water to the camp, whenever the potable water from the system does not
meet nitrate and bacteriologically safe drinking water standards in ch. NR 809.
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Note: Bottles for collection of water samples
may be obtained by writing to the Wisconsin state laboratory of hygiene, 2601
Agriculture Drive, Madison, WI 53708 or by calling (800) 442-4618. Use of any
private or public certified laboratory is acceptable to satisfy the
requirement.
(3)
PLUMBING.
(a)
General. All
plumbing shall comply with the requirements of chs. SPS 382 and 384, as
enforced by the Wisconsin department of safety and professional services, that
apply to camps.
(b)
Backflow prevention, air gap.
An air gap
between any water supply inlet and the flood level rim of the plumbing fixture
or equipment shall comply with State Uniform Plumbing codes, chs. SPS 381 to
387, as enforced by the Wisconsin department of safety and professional
services.
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(c)
Backflow prevention device,
design standard. A backflow or backsiphonage prevention device
installed on a water supply system shall meet standards for construction,
installation, maintenance, inspection, and testing as specified by the State
Uniform Plumbing Code, chs. SPS 381 to 387, as enforced by the Wisconsin
department of safety and professional services.
Note: Backflow or backsiphonage prevention
devices stamped with ASSE 1011 or ASSE 1052 are common examples used on a hose
bib connection that are recognized as in compliance with this section. The
Wisconsin department of safety and professional services plumbing product
online search is also available to confirm devices meet State Uniform Plumbing
Code.
(4) WATER
SERVICE CONNECTIONS. The plumbing system for the water service and water
distribution system for a toilet building, shower building, food facility or
other buildings supplied with water shall comply with chs. SPS 382 and 384, as
enforced by the Wisconsin department of safety and professional services.
Note: To minimize the risk of
Legionella growth and other diseases associated with water,
adequate provisions should be made to ensure that all water systems including
sink faucets, drinking fountains, and showers are safe particularly with regard
to any water aged over 3 weeks that is at greater risk for proliferation of
Legionella. It is strongly advised that each camp develop and
implement a water management program as recommended by the United States
centers for disease control water management program toolkit.
(5) CONTAINERS FOR TRANSPORTING DRINKABLE
WATER.
(a)
Labeling and
construction. Containers shall meet all of the following requirements
for transporting water for human consumption and be:
1. Labeled and easily distinguishable from
other containers.
2. Constructed of
a food grade material that does not allow the migration of deleterious
substances to the water or impart colors, odors or tastes.
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3. Easily cleanable.
(b)
Containers cleaned and
sanitized. Water containers shall be cleaned and sanitized between
uses.
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(6) DRINKING FACILITIES.
(a)
General. Water shall be
provided to campers using any of the following methods:
1. An approved drinking fountain as required
pursuant to s. SPS 362.2902.
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2. Individual disposable drinking cups.
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3. Personal water containers.
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(b)
Water containers for
reuse. Reusable individual water containers shall be cleaned as often
as necessary or when returning from primitive camping trips.
(c)
Prohibition. Common
drinking cups are prohibited.
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This section is created eff. 9-24-23 by CR
21-109.
