WAC 246-291-360   Public notification.  (1) Responsibility. Within fourteen days of the violation, the owner shall ensure that water system users are notified when the system has a violation of a primary MCL.

     (2) Content. Notices shall provide:

     (a) A clear, concise, and simple explanation of the violation;

     (b) Discussion of potential adverse health effects and any segments of the population that may be at higher risk;

     (c) A list of steps the owner has taken or is planning to take to remedy the situation;

     (d) A list of steps the consumer should take, including advice on seeking an alternative water supply if necessary;

     (e) The owner's and manager's names and phone numbers; and

     (f) When appropriate, notices shall be multilingual.

     The owner may provide additional information to further explain the situation.

     (3) Distribution. Owners shall ensure that a written notice is distributed to all water system users within fourteen days of a violation unless otherwise directed by the department.

     (4) When circumstances dictate the owner give a broader or more immediate notice to protect public health, the department may require notification by whatever means necessary.

     (5) When a system is granted a waiver for reduction of water quality standards, the owner shall ensure that customers are notified. The owner shall provide a notice annually and send a copy to the department.



[Statutory Authority: RCW 43.20.050. 94-14-002, § 246-291-360, filed 6/22/94, effective 7/23/94.]