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HomeMy WebLinkAbout08 0921 00 Health Board cc,: tt'D f jJJO I 'DCD pu] Jt-e<' \~ PA Jefferson County Ordinance 08-0921-00 8.15 ON-SITE SEWAGE CODE Adopted September 21, 2000 Jefferson County Board of Health Jefferson County Ordinance 08-0921-00 8.15 ON-SITE SEWAGE CODE TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION TITLE PAGE 8.15.010 Authority/Scope 1 8.15.020 Purpose 1 8.15.030 Adoption by Reference 1 8.15.040 Administration 1 8.15.050 Definitions 1 8.15.060 Adequate Sewage Disposal Required 4 8.15.070 No Discharge to Water or Ground Surface 4 8.15.080 On-site Sewage System Permit 4 8.15.090 Design 6 8.15.100 Community On-site Sewage Disposal Systems 6 8.15.110 Inspection 7 8.15.120 Sewage System Installer 8 8.15.130 Septic Tank Pumpers 10 8.15.140 Operation and Maintenance Specialist 11 8.15.150 Operation, Maintenance and Monitoring 12 8.15.160 Areas of Special Concern 15 8.15.170 AppeallHearing 15 8.15.180 EnforcementlPenalty 17 8.15.190 Severability 19 8.15.200 Fees 19 8.15.210 Effective Date 19 8.15.220 Conflict 19 Table 1 20 CHAPTER 8.15 ON-SITE SEWAGE DISPOSAL SYSTEMS 8.15.010 AUTHORITY/SCOPE Pursuant to RCW 70.05 and RCW 43.20, the Jefferson County Board of Health is charged with the duty of protecting the public health and safety of all inhabitants of Jefferson County, and enacting such rules and regulations as are necessary in order to carry out these responsibilities and provide for the enforcement thereof. The provisions of this regulation shall apply to all territory within the boundaries of Jefferson County. 8.15.020 PURPOSE The purpose of these regulations is to assure protection of public health by: (1) Minimizing the public health effects of on-site sewage systems on surface water and ground water; (2) Minimizing the potential for public exposure to sewage; (3) Establishing design, installation and management requirements for on-site sewage systems to accommodate long-term treatment and disposal of sewage; (4) Enhancing protection of environmentally sensitive areas within Jefferson County; and (5) Compliance with the intent of Chapter 246-272, WAC 8.15.030 ADOPTION BY REFERENCE Washington Administrative Code Chapter, 246-272 On-site Sewage Systems Rules and Regulations of the State Board of Health, as now or hereafter amended, is hereby adopted by reference as Rules and Regulations of the Jefferson County Board of Health. 8.15.040 ADMINISTRATION The Jefferson County Environmental Health Director, through authority delegated by the Jefferson County Board of Health and the Jefferson County Health Officer shall administer these regulations. Fees may be charged for this administration. 8.15.050 DEFINITIONS In addition to those definitions set forth in WAC Chapter 246-272 the following definitions shall also apply in this regulation: (1) Areas of Special Concern: Areas of definite boundaries delineated through a public process where the Jefferson County Board of Health determines additional requirements for on-site sewage systems may be necessary to reduce potential failures, or minimize negative impacts of on-site systems upon public health. (2) Community On-site Sewage System: Anyon-site sewage system designed to serve two (2) or more units with design flows of 3,500 gallons per day or less. (3) Commercial On-site Sewage System: Any nonresidential or combined residential/nonresidential on-site sewage system with a design flow of 3,500 gallons per day or less. 8.15 On Site Sewage Disposal System Ordinance No. 08-0921-00 Page: 2 (4) Department: The Washington State Department of Health (5) Design: An on-site sewage disposal system design shall consist of a complete scale drawing of the site plan showing the proposed sewage disposal system, including all relevant details as specified in WAC 246-272-09010 and 246-272-11501 and 246-272- 11001 and Jefferson County Policies. The design shall use the format and forms provided or approved by the Health Division. Proper identification and location of soil logs and drainfield components at the site are considered to be part of the design. (6) Designer: An individual authorized by the Washington State Department of Licensing to perform design services for on-site wastewater treatment system pursuant to 18.210 RCW. (7) Expansion: A change in a residence, facility, site or use that: (a) Causes an on-site sewage system to exceed its existing treatment or disposal capability; for example, when a residence is increased from two to three bedrooms or there is a change in use from an office to a restaurant; or (b) Reduces the treatment or disposal capability of the existing on-site sewage system or the reserve area; for example, when a building is placed over a reserve area. (8) Fees: Charges as hereinafter authorized by the Jefferson County Board of Commissioners or the Jefferson County Board of Health for issuing permits, making inspections as found necessary, and certifying individuals in the practice of installing, pumping or maintaining/monitoring on-site sewage systems. (9) Health Division: The Jefferson County Health and Human Services Environmental Health Division. (10) Health Officer: The local Health Officer of Jefferson County Health and Human Services Department, or a representative authorized by and under the direct supervision of the local Health Officer, as defined in chapter 70.05 RCW. (11) Installer: An individual who has passed the Jefferson County installer's exam, holds a current bond and insurance as specified in 8.15.120, personally holds an Installer's Certificate and directly supervises the installation and/or repair of an on-site sewage disposal system in Jefferson County. (12) Notice of Violation: Written determination that an element or section of these rules and regulations has not been complied with. (13) On-site Sewage System (OSS): An integrated arrangement of components for a residence, building, industrial establishment or other place not connected to a public sewer system which: (a) Convey, store, treat, and/or provide subsurface soil treatment and disposal on the property where it originates, upon adjacent or nearby property; and (b) Includes piping, treatment devices, other accessories, and soil underlying the disposal component of the initial and reserve areas. (14) Operation and Monitoring Specialist: An individual with training, skill and experience in the maintenance/monitoring and operation of OSS and who is approved by the Jefferson County Environmental Health Division to inspect and monitor the performance of an OSS. 8.15 On Site Sewage Disposal System Ordinance No. 08-0921-00 Page: 3 (15) Probation: A penalty period where the individual committing the violation shall be subject to additional review, reporting and/or inspection. (16) Proprietary Device: A device or method classified as an alternative system, or a component thereof, held under patent, trademark, or copyright. (17) Pumper: An individual approved and granted a Certificate to operate by the Health Officer to remove and transport wastewater or septage from septic tanks, pump chambers and portable toilets. Said individuals may repair baffles within the septic tank, install or repair risers on septic tanks or pump chambers and install outlet baffle filters in a septic tank. (18) Revocation: The termination of all the rights and privileges associated with a certification. (19) Sewage Disposal Permit: A written permit issued by the Health Officer granting permission for the installation, alteration, expansion or repair of an on-site sewage system. (20) Site Installer: An individual that has passed the installer's exam and maintains an annual Certificate, but is working under the direction and bond of another Certified Installer. (21) Soil Log: A detailed description of soil characteristics providing information on the soil's capacity to act as an acceptable treatment and disposal medium for sewage. (22) Suspension: The temporary termination of all rights and privileges associated with a certification. (23) Violation: A failure to comply with the provisions of applicable laws, rules or regulations including, but not limited to instances or cases when: (a) A Designer submits a permit application or an as-built drawing of an on-site sewage disposal system which contains any significant deviation below the minimum requirements for siting or sizing of on-site waste water treatment. (b) An individual designs, installs or approves an on-site sewage system that is not in accordance with the applicable regulations, or is not fitting the size, shape or topography of the site, within setbacks, as specified in the WAC Chapter 246- 272; specification or approval of inadequate construction material, devices or methods. (c) A system is not installed in accordance with the approved permit. (d) Installer fails to notify the designer and/or the Health Division when site conditions have changed making installation of the approved permitted system impossible or impractical. (e) A pumper disposes of waste from an on-site sewage disposal system or portable toilet at an unapproved disposal site. (1) A designer or installer fails to submit as-built plans as specified in chapter 8.15.110(4). (g) An authorized person fails to submit required reports to the Health Division as specified in the conditions of the on-site sewage disposal permit or in this chapter. (h) A Certificate holder fails to pay fees as specified by Jefferson County Ordinance. (i) A person holding a Certificate or license to install, pump or monitor an OSS fails to report to the Health Division within 24 hours any nonfunctioning on-site components that could result in human contact with sewage effluent. 8.15 On Site Sewage Disposal System Ordinance No. 08-0921-00 Page: 4 (j) An owner fails to complete required 0 & M inspections, comply with the 0 & M schedule in TABLE 1 and/or submit the reports to the PUD. (k) An owner fails to comply with conditions of the on-site sewage permit. 8.15.060 ADEQUATE SEWAGE DISPOSAL REQUIRED (1) Every residence, place of business, or other building or place where people congregate, reside or are employed shall be connected to an approved public sewer. If no public sewer is available, the building sewer shall be connected to an on-site sewage system approved by the Health Officer. Said sewage disposal system shall be built or rebuilt, constructed and maintained in such manner as to meet the requirements as prescribed by the Health Officer in accordance with minimum requirements and standards of WAC 246-272 and this code. Such system may include the use of waterless toilet devices in conjunction with an approved graywater system or other proprietary devices approved by Washington State Department of Health. (2) Any unit/facility with the potential to generate waste water by virtue of being equipped with a toilet, sink, shower or other plumbing fixture that is in a water service area or has a well on site, shall be connected to an approved public sewer or shall be connected to an on-site sewage system approved by the Health Officer. (3) Any new or replacement residence or any expansion, as that term is defined in Section 8.15.050(7) of this Code, may be connected to a pre-existing on-site sewage system only when the pre-existing system has hydraulic capacity, sufficient vertical and horizontal separation, an adequate reserve area and satisfies all other requirements to be in compliance with current code. 8.15.070 NO DISCHARGE TO WATER OR GROUND SURFACE Effluent from anyon-site sewage disposal system shall not be discharged directly or indirectly to surface water or upon the surface of the ground, except where expressly permitted by the Health Division or by the Washington State Department of Ecology. 8.15.080 ON-SITE SEWAGE SYSTEM PERMIT (1) No person shall install or cause to be installed a new on-site sewage system, nor perform any alteration, extensions, relocation or connection to an existing on-site sewage system without a valid permit issued by the Health Officer. (2) When applying for a permit to install an on-site sewage system, a detailed to scale construction plan of the proposed system and site is required and shall include all items identified in WAC 246-272-11001 (2)(a). Each application shall contain the information required in WAC 246-272-09001 as a minimum. (3) The minimum land area required for approval of an ass permit shall be determined by either Method 1 or Method 2 as established in WAC 246-272. (4) Permits are transferable with property ownership. (5) Any sewage disposal permit issued under this section shall be valid for a period of three (3) years from the date of issuance. (a) The permit may remain valid if the property for which the permit has been issued also has an active building permit for a structure that will be connected to the on-site sewage system. 8.15 On Site Sewage Disposal System Ordinance No. 08-0921-00 Page: 5 (b) If the system is not installed before the permit expires, a new permit may be applied for, based on standards in effect at the date of the new application. Information as specified in 8.15.090 shall be submitted with any new application. (6) Repair permit. Repair permits shall expire ninety (90) days from the date of issue. Repair permits may be renewed for an additional ninety (90) days if the Health Officer determines it is warranted. (7) Any misrepresentation or inaccuracy in the construction plan or the permit application, whether intended or accidental, shall be considered as grounds for invalidating and voiding any permit issued under this section. The applicant is responsible for the accurate representation of all information presented. (8) For anyon-site sewage system proposed to serve a structure requiring a flood control zone permit under the provisions of chapter 86-16 RCW and chapter 508-60 WAC, or requiring a flood plain certification by Jefferson County under the provision of the Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance, the OSS installation permit shall not be issued until a flood control zone permit or flood plain certification has been issued in accordance with Jefferson County Ordinance 18-1120-95 or subsequent amendments. An OSS installation permit shall comply with the standards in said ordinance. (9) Recording of a Permit. The permit, conditions and Management/Monitoring contract, if required, shall be recorded on the title of the subject property under the following circumstances: (a) A waiver from State or Local Code is applied for and approved; or (b) Combination of lots is required to meet minimum land area requirements of WAC 246-272; or (c) A Management/Monitoring contract is required to meet the conditions of approval to meet a treatment standard, install a proprietary device or disinfection equipment. (10) On-site sewage disposal permits shall comply with regulations and policies established in the Jefferson County Comprehensive Plan, Jefferson County Zoning Code, Critical Areas Ordinance and any other duly adopted land use regulations of Jefferson County, the City of Port Townsend in the case of lands within the city, or the State of Washington. (11) Any pending and all future permits and approvals for the subject property shall be withheld when written notice of noncompliance with Jefferson County Codes has been provided to the applicant. Permits and applications shall be released only upon satisfactory remedy of the non-complying action or activity. (12) No on-site sewage system permit shall be issued for industrial, chemical or hazardous waste disposal. (13) It shall be the responsibility of the owner or owner's authorized representative to fill/cover the holes provided for evaluation of the soils for an installation permit or subdivision review within ten (10) days following notification that the inspection by the Health Officer is complete. The property owner shall be notified in writing when the inspection has been completed. (14) Any OSS not located entirely on the property originating the sewage must be secured by appropriate easements and/or notice to title recorded with the Jefferson County Auditors Office prior to final approval of the system installation. 8.15 On Site Sewage Disposal System Ordinance No. 08-0921-00 Page: 6 (15) Pending on-site sewage disposal permit applications. (a) Applications for which no decision has been issued within twelve (12) months following the date of application, due to a lack of action by the applicant, shall expire by limitation. (b) The Health Officer may extend the time for action by the applicant for a period not to exceed 180 days upon written request by the applicant showing that circumstances beyond the control of the applicant have prevented action from being taken. No application shall be extended more than once. (c) In order to renew action on an application after expiration, the applicant shall resubmit the application and plans, pay current application fees and meet current rules and regulations. (d) The applicant shall be provided a 30-day notice by certified mail of the pending expiration of a permit application. (e) The statement "Voided - Lack of Action" shall be entered on the record for an expired pending permit application. (f) Plans and other data submitted for review shall thereafter be retained as per the Jefferson County Records Retention Schedule. 8.15.090 DESIGN (1) All on-site sewage disposal systems shall be designed in accordance with these rules, and the criteria in WAC 246-272-11501, by an on-site sewage system designer licensed or holding a practice permit issued by the Washington State Department of Licensing to perform design work pursuant to chapter 18.120 RCW or be a licensed engineer pursuant to RCW 18.43 RCW. (2) Permits shall be issued for wastewater meeting domestic waste strength criteria as defined in the "Design Manual: On-site wastewater Treatment and Disposal Systems," United States Environmental Protection Agency, EPA-625/1-80-012. Pretreatment shall be required for non-domestic/high strength waste streams. (3) The proposed drainfield lateral/bed shall be staked in the field for inspection and review. (4) Septic tanks shall have pumping access ports to ground surface over both compartments and at the outlet to facilitate inspection and maintenance. A homeowner may provide access ports to within 6" of the surface of the ground provided that a written agreement to uncover them for required 0 & M inspections has been recorded with the title to the property. (5) Distribution boxes shall be fitted with risers to grade. Distribution box risers shall be sized adequately to allow visible inspection of liquid level in the box, shall be constructed of durable materials and shall be equipped with secure, tightly fitted lids. 8.15.100 COMMUNITY ON-SITE SEWAGE DISPOSAL SYSTEMS (1) Community on-site sewage systems as defined in this chapter shall be designed in accordance with the maintenance criteria as set forth in the current Washington State Department of Health "Design Standards for Large On-Site Sewage Systems," 1996, or as they may be hereafter amended. (2) Management of community on-site sewage systems shall be by an entity approved by the Health Division. If the lots are individually owned the management shall in all cases be provided by a public entity. A homeowners association is not considered an approved entity for the management of a community on-site sewage system. 8.15 On Site Sewage Disposal System Ordinance No. 08-0921-00 Page: 7 (3) All lots connected to a community system shall be equipped with a water meter or other approved method for monitoring flows into the system. (4) Sites proposing community systems shall conform to the minimum land area requirements of WAC 246-272. (5) All community on-site sewage systems shall provide an annual report to the Health Division including the following at a minimum: (a) Number of connections to the system and each connection's design flow. (b) Copies of inspection reports consisting of the items detailed in 8.15.150 (7) completed per TABLE 1. (c) Records identifying any maintenance completed on the system components. 8.15.110 INSPECTION (1) The Health Officer may make inspections during construction to determine compliance with these regulations. (2) Final inspection - conventional systems (a) After completion of the work, the installer shall notify the Health Officer of the completion and shall request an inspection. The system may not be covered for 48 hours (2 working days) unless a written notice is provided on the site that an inspection has been completed and the installation is approved by the Health Officer. (b) The Certified Installer shall submit an "as-built" drawing of final construction to the Jefferson County Department of Community Development within ten (10) days of the final inspection request. The Certified Installer shall provide a statement and signature certifying compliance with the approved design and WAC 246-272. (c) The Health Officer may waive the inspection requirement provided installation has been performed by a Certified Installer, AND proper notification of the Health Officer requesting inspection has been provided per (a) above, AND the Designer of the on-site sewage system performs an inspection, AND provided the Designer is not also named as installer of the system. (d) No part of anyon-site sewage system installation shall be put into use until final approval has been obtained from the Health Officer. (3) Final Inspection - Alternative Systems (a) The Designer shall be contacted by the Installer to complete all required inspections per the approved plan. (b) The Designer shall be responsible for all inspections during the construction of the OSS and, within ten (10) days of system completion, shall submit an "as- built" drawing detailing the results of the inspections of the completed system to the Jefferson County Department of Community Development, to the system owner and to the monitoring entity. (c) After completion of the system, when the system is fully functional and the as- built drawing has been submitted, the Designer shall contact the Health Officer to schedule an inspection of the OSS. (4) Final approval of on-site systems by the Health Officer can be made only after satisfactory inspection of the installed system, receipt by the Jefferson County Department of Community Development of "as-built" drawings of the final construction, and compliance with conditions of the permit are met. (5) If installation or workmanship of the on-site sewage system does not meet the requirements of this code or conditions of the permit, the Health Officer shall order 8.15 On Site Sewage Disposal System Ordinance No. 08-0921-00 Page: 8 corrections and cause a subsequent inspection to be made. Fees may be charged for subsequent inspections. (6) Designer Inspections. Nothing contained herein shall prohibit the Designer of record from requiring additional Designer-performed inspections to insure compliance with the design and regulations. (7) "As-built" Plans. (a) After installation of the sewage disposal system has been completed, a scaled and dimensional "as-built" plan of the sewage disposal system shall be prepared by the Designer or Installer of the system as specified in 8.15.110 (2) and (3) on forms provided or approved by the Health Division. (b) The "as-built' plan shall include: (i) Measurements to existing site features enabling the first tank manhole to be easily located, and a dimensioned reserve area (ii) For repaired or altered OSS, the new, repaired or altered components with their relationship to the existing system (iii) North direction indicated (iv) Location of all sewage system components (v) Stub outs (vi) Tightlines (vii) Pump and/or siphon chamber(s) (viii) D-box(s) (ix) Drainfield lines or bed and fill area(s) when applicable (x) Other treatment components -- sand filter, proprietary device, disinfection unit (xi) Driveway -- existing and/or proposed (xii) Building(s) size, shape and placement (xiii) Water line(s) (xiv) Location of utility and/or other easements (xv) Slope(s) -- direction and percent (xvi) Cuts, banks, terraces (xvii) Foundations (xviii) Property lines (xix) Surface waters, springs, wells (xx) Additional information as required for systems that are covered by Washington State Guidelines (xxi) Designer or Installer's signature and date of installation (xxii) Other pertinent information 8.15.120 SEWAGE SYSTEM INSTALLER (1) Certificate Required. It shall be unlawful for any person, firm or corporation to engage in construction, alteration, repair or modification of on-site sewage systems without first having been issued a Septic System Installer's Certificate by the Health Officer. (2) Requirements for Sewage System Installer shall include the following: (a) Application shall be made on forms provided by the Health Officer. (b) Certificate and/or application fees as set forth in the Fee Schedule shall be payable to the Health Division. (c) Written proof showing a minimum of one year experience under the direct supervision of a Certified Installer, Designer or Operation and Monitoring Specialist. Completion of classroom training specific to on-site sewage system 8.15 On Site Sewage Disposal System Ordinance No. 08-0921-00 Page: 9 installation as approved by the Health Division may be substituted for up to six months of work experience. (d) Such certificate shall be issued only after the applicant has indicated a basic knowledge of the proper installation and function of a sewage system and knowledge of the provisions of this chapter and WAC 246-272 by successful completion of a Health Division examination. (3) Renewal of Certificate. Application is required annually for certificate renewal. All certificate renewal applications, along with the required bond, renewal fee, and verification of continuing education shall be submitted to the Health Officer no later than March 1. The Certificate shall not be issued or renewed if the applicant is found by the Health Officer to be out of compliance or in violation of the provisions of this chapter. (4) Lapse of certification for lack of bond, payment of fees or verification of continuing education shall require completion and passage of the Health Division examination and provision of items identified. (5) An Installer's Certificate is not transferable. (6) An Installer's Certificate grants authority to install anyon-site sewage system approved for use in the State of Washington, EXCEPT in the case of a proprietary device where a special authorization, in writing, is required by the manufacturer or patent holder. (7) Exception. A bona fide resident owner may install an on-site sewage system on his/her own property for his/her own use without obtaining an Installer's Certificate, PROVIDED: (a) that he/she complies with other terms of this chapter, AND (b) that he/she installs no more than one (1) system in anyone (1) calendar year, AND (c) the resident owner does not arrange for, nor contract, nor hire, with or without reimbursement, any person or concern to perform that work, unless that person is a Jefferson County Certified Sewage System Installer as set forth in this section, AND (d) the sewage system is located on the same lot as the residence or situated on adjoining property controlled by the owner and legally listed as an encumbrance, AND (e) prior to beginning installation the Health Officer AND the Designer are contacted to schedule required inspections. (8) Site Installer. A Certified Sewage System Installer may sponsor a site installer to be responsible for compliance with WAC 246-272-13501 (3). The Certified Installer shall inform the Health Officer of the site installer's name(s) and of any changes in employment status of sponsored site installers. Site installers must pass the Installer's exam and maintain their annual certificate. (9) Bond Required. Prior to the issuance of a Sewage System Installer's Certificate, the applicant must be in possession of a bond obtained in accordance with the Special or General Contractors Laws of the State of Washington and provide proof of business liability insurance in the minimum amount of five hundred thousand dollars ($500,000.00). EXCEPT, site installers working for or under the direction of a general contractor who is also a certified installer may have this requirement waived if the general contractor provides a written statement indicating their assumption of responsibility for the individual's work, and agreement to coverage of the individual by the general contractor's bond and liability insurance. 8.15 On Site Sewage Disposal System Ordinance No. 08-0921-00 Page: 10 (10) Continuing Education. Each installer shall obtain a minimum of eight (8) hours of approved classroom training every two (2) years. Subject matter must be directly related to on-site sewage disposal and be acceptable to the Health Officer. Proof of training shall be submitted annually with application for renewal. (11) Suspension/Revocation. A sewage system Installers Certificate may be revoked or suspended as set forth in 8.15.180 if he/she has been found to be in noncompliance with provisions of this chapter or has performed with negligence, incompetence or misrepresentation. 8.15.130 SEPTIC TANK PUMPERS (1) Certificate Required. It shall be unlawful for any person, firm, or corporation to engage in the activity of cleaning any septic tank, pump chamber, chemical toilet, or removing other accumulations of sewage without first having obtained a Septic Tank Pumper's Certificate from the Health Officer. (2) Renewal of Certificate. Application is required annually for certificate renewal. All certificate renewal applications, along with the required bond, renewal fee, and verification of continuing education shall be submitted to the Health Officer no later than March 1. The Certificate shall not be issued or renewed if the applicant is found by the Health Officer to be out of compliance or in violation of the provisions of this chapter. (3) A Septic Tank Pumper's Certificate is not transferable. (4) Septage Disposal Site Approval. It shall be unlawful to dispose of septic tank pumpings or other accumulated sewage at other than designated and approved disposal sites. (5) Reporting Requirements. (a) Each pumper shall submit to the Health Officer not later than the tenth day of each month a report on a form provided by the Health Division. Said report shall contain the dates, sources, disposal site, and volume of each load of wastes handled from the preceding calendar month. (b) Each pumper shall complete an inspection report at each site where a septic tank or pump chamber is serviced. Inspection reports shall be submitted to the Health Division. Said report shall include at a minimum the following information: (i) Measured depth of scum and sludge in the septic tank and pump chamber if present. (ii) Condition of tank(s), baffles, risers, screens (iii) Record signs of backflow from drainfield (iv) Record signs of ground water infiltration into tank(s) (6) Pump Tank Requirements. Pumping equipment must be presented to the Health Division for inspection at the time of certificate application and renewal. (a) The pump tank must be of at least 1,000 gallons in capacity and must be in good repair and of cleanable construction. (b) All hoses and pumping equipment shall be kept in a clean and sanitary condition while stored or in transit. (c) All discharge valves shall be in good repair, free from leaks and be fitted with watertight caps. (d) The name of the operating firm shall be prominently displayed on the sides of the vehicle. (7) Bond Required. Prior to the issuance of a Septic Tank Pumper's Certificate, the applicant must post a bond with the Health Division in a form approved by the ---~---- 8.15 On Site Sewage Disposal System Ordinance No. 08-0921-00 Page: 11 Prosecuting Attorney of Jefferson County, and executed by a surety company authorized to do business in the State of Washington, in the sum of two thousand dollars ($2,000). (8) Suspension/Revocation. A Septic Tank Pumper's Certificate may be revoked or suspended as set forth in 8.15.180 if he/she has been found to be in noncompliance with the terms of this chapter or has performed with negligence, incompetence or misrepresentation. 8.15.140 OPERATION AND MONITORING SPECIALIST (1) Certificate required. It shall be unlawful for any person, firm or corporation to engage in any operation and maintenance/monitoring inspection required by the Health Division without first having been issued an Operation and Monitoring Specialist Certificate by the Health Officer EXCEPT as noted in 8.15.150 (6)(b). (2) A sewage system Operation and Monitoring Specialist Certificate shall not be transferable. (3) Requirements for Monitoring Specialist Certificate shall include all of the following: (a) Application shall be made on forms provided by the Health Officer. (b) Certificate and/or application fees as set forth in the Fee Schedule shall be payable to the Health Division. (c) Written proof showing a minimum of one-year experience under the direct supervision of a Certified Installer, Designer or Operation and Monitoring Specialist. Completion of classroom training specific to on-site sewage system operation and maintenance as approved by the Health Division may be substituted for up to six months work experience. (d) Written proof of completion of a minimum of sixteen (16) hours of training in on-site wastewater treatment, operation and maintenance at the Northwest On- site Wastewater Training Center or equivalent. (e) Take and pass a written examination to determine the applicant's knowledge of the operation and monitoring requirements for the on-site sewage systems approved by the Washington State Department of Health, excepting those proprietary devices requiring a special authorization from the system proprietor. (4) Scope of Practice. (a) The Operations and Monitoring Specialist may complete regular maintenance of an on-site sewage system including: (i) Measuring levels of sludge, scum and liquid in the system components; (ii) Visual evaluation of the condition of all system components; (iii) Inspect and report the condition of system components; monitoring ports and the surface above the drainfield/disposal area; or (iv) Record information from devices such as cycle counter or operating hour meters and water meters (b) The Operations and Monitoring Specialist may complete the following if authorized by the homeowner: (i) Clean pump screen or outlet baffle screen; (ii) Install and repair septic tank lids, risers and baffles; (iii) Replace pumps, float switches, and check valves intended to prevent the back flow of effluent into the pump chamber, within Washington State labor and Industry requirements; or (iv) Make repairs to a septic tank or pump chamber to correct a condition of ground water intrusion or leakage. 8.15 On Site Sewage Disposal System Ordinance No. 08-0921-00 Page: 12 (c) The Operations and Monitoring Specialist shall not: (i) Pump the septic tank and/or pump chamber, EXCEPT in the case where he/she also holds a valid Septic Tank Pumper's Certificate; (ii) Excavate an OSS's drainfield or any drainfield component, EXCEPT as stated in 8.15.140 (4) (b) above, OR in the case where he/she also holds a valid Installer's Certificate; (iii) Alter devices such as cycle counters or operating hour meters without the prior written approval of the Health Division; (iv) Alter or replace any portion of the subsurface disposal component or pretreatment components, EXCEPT in the case where he/she also holds a valid Installer's Certificate and a permit has been obtained for such work; or (v) Replace or alter devices that monitor or regulate the distribution of the effluent. (5) The Operations and Monitoring Specialist shall report failure of an on-site sewage system to the Health Division within 24 hours of first identifying the failure. (6) Inspection Reports shall be submitted by the Operations and Monitoring Specialist to the Health Division or other authorized agency within thirty (30) days following the inspection. (7) Only certified Operation and Monitoring Specialists that have also obtained written approval from either the manufacturer or patent holder may operate and maintain proprietary devices governed by this chapter. (8) Continuing Education. Each Operations and Monitoring Specialist shall obtain a minimum of eight (8) hours of approved classroom training pertaining to on-site waste water treatment and disposal every two (2) years. Proof of training shall be submitted annually with application for renewal. (9) Bond Required. Prior to the issuance of an Operation and Monitoring Specialist Certificate, the applicant must be in possession of a bond obtained in accordance with the Special or General Contractors Laws of the State of Washington and provide proof of business liability insurance in the minimum amount of five hundred thousand dollars ($500,000.00). (10) Renewal of Certificate. Application is required annually for certificate renewal. All certificate renewal applications, along with the required bond, renewal fee, and verification of continuing education shall be submitted to the Health Officer by March 1. The certificate shall not be issued or renewed if the applicant is found by the Health Officer to be out of compliance or in violation of the provisions of this chapter. (11) Suspension/Revocation. An Operation and Monitoring Specialist's Certificate may be revoked or suspended as set forth in 8.15.180 if he/she has been found to be in noncompliance with the terms of this chapter or has performed with negligence, incompetence or misrepresentation. 8.15.150 OPERATION, MAINTENANCE AND MONITORING (1) Responsibility of Owner(s). The owner of every residence, business, or other place where persons congregate, reside or are employed that is served by an OSS, and each person with access to deposit materials in the OSS shall use, operate, and maintain the system to eliminate the risk to the public associated with improperly treated sewage. Owners' duties are included, without limitation, in the following list: 8.15 On Site Sewage Disposal System Ordinance No. 08-0921-00 Page: 13 (a) They shall comply with the conditions stated on the on-site sewage permit. (b) They shall employ an approved pumper to remove the septage from the tank(s) when the level of solids and scum indicates that removal is necessary. The septic tank shall be pumped when the total amount of solids equals or exceeds one-third (1/3) the volume of the tank. The pump and/or siphon chamber(s) shall be pumped when solids are observed. (c) They shall not use water in quantities that exceed the ass's designed capacity for treatment and disposal. (d) They shall not deposit solid, hazardous waste, or chemicals other than household cleaners in the ass. (e) They shall not deposit waste or other material that causes the effluent entering the drainfield to exceed the parameters of domestic/household waste strength. (f) They shall not build any structure in the ass area or reserve area without express, prior consent of the Health Officer. (g) They shall neither place nor remove fill over the ass or reserve area without express, prior consent of the Health Officer. (h) They shall not pave or place other impervious cover over the ass or reserve area. (i) They shall divert drains, such as footing or roof drains away from the area of the ass. U) They shall comply with inspection requirements in JCC 8.15.150. (k) They shall complete maintenance and repair of the ass as recommended by the monitoring entity. (I) They should not dispose of excess food waste via a garbage disposal. (m) They should not drive, park or store vehicles or equipment over the drainfield or reserve area. (n) They should not allow livestock access to the ass area or reserve area. (2) Breach of Owner's Responsibilities. An owner's or occupier's failure to fulfill any of the responsibilities in 8.15.150 (1) shall be a basis for a Notice of Violation and for the Health Officer to decline to issue approval for further development on the parcel. (3) Notice by the Health Officer. When legal and equitable title are divided between a lender and a borrower (or their successors), only the borrower or borrower's successor need sign applications under this regulation, but the Health Division shall give notice to both the borrower and any lender identified in the Auditor's record who has recorded a lien that has not been released, whenever this regulation requires the Health Officer to give the owner notice. (4) The Health Officer shall be responsible to make available written guidance on the proper maintenance and operation of the ass to the owner. Information shall be made available at the Health Division and the Jefferson County Department of Community Development locations and shall be mailed on a periodic basis to owners of ass by the Health Officer or his/her designated representative. (5) Inspection Requirements. (a) The owner shall ensure that the ass receives an inspection by an approved monitoring entity at the frequency identified in 8.15 Table 1. (b) Proprietary Devices and Disinfection Equipment. Existing and proposed systems that include a proprietary device or disinfection equipment in order to meet a treatment standard (or in which Chapter 246-272 WAC or a Washington State Department of Health Guideline requires ongoing operation and maintenance as a condition of approval) shall be inspected at the frequency established in said document. Said inspections shall be completed by personnel authorized by the manufacturer and certified by the Health Division. 8.15 On Site Sewage Disposal System Ordinance No. 08-0921-00 Page: 14 (c) Multiple Requirements. If the manufacturer, patent holder, state, Health Division, and any other relevant body have differing recommendations or requirements for inspection and maintenance intervals for an ass or any component of the ass, then the owner shall follow the most frequent service interval. (6) Operations and Monitoring Agreement and Contracts. (a) The owner of a conventional ass shall be subject to a permit condition requiring compliance with the inspection schedule specified in Table 1 beginning with the earliest of the following events: (i) The installation of an ass. (H) The repair of an ass. (iii) The alteration of an ass. (b) Owners of existing conventional systems shall obtain an initial inspection by the Health Division, Licensed Designer or licensed professional engineer and comply with the inspection schedule specified in TABLE 1 beginning with the earliest of the following events: (i) The sale of the property. (ii) The application for a building permit on the site. (Hi) The use of an ass as a community ass. (iv) Identification thatan ass is in an Area of Special Concern as designated by the JCBOH. (v) Identification that a system has received a WaiverNariance from State or Local Code. (c) Owners of existing and new ass generating waste water of greater than residential strength, including food service establishments shall be inspected annually by an approved monitoring entity. (d) Owners of existing and new alternative systems shall enter into a contract with an agency or entity approved by the Health Division for Monitoring of the OSS. Inspection frequency shall be completed consistent with Table 1. (7) Operation and Monitoring Requirements. (a) On-site Sewage Systems in Jefferson County shall be inspected and maintained as set forth in TABLE 1 JCC 8.15 by an approved monitoring entity that meets the standards set forth in 8.15.140. (b) Access Required. The owner of the system shall provide access to the system for inspection and maintenance/monitoring as follows: (i) Septic tank. Septic tanks shall be fitted with a pumping access risers to the ground surface over both compartments and over the outlet baffle, EXCEPT, as set forth in 8.15.090 (4). The risers shall have a means to lock or secure the lid against tampering and accidental access. (ii) Pump Chamber. Pump chambers shall have a riser to ground surface over the pump. The riser shall have a means to lock or secure the lid against tampering and accidental access. (iii) Proprietary Devices and Disinfection Equipment. Access shall be provided as determined by the manufacturer or patent holder and shall include access to ground surface for effluent sample collection, observation and inspection of the unit. Fees for inspections and contracts shall be set by the service provider. (c) (8) Inspection Report. The inspection report shall be submitted to the Health Division on Jefferson County Health and Human Services forms. The inspection report form shall be completed in full for an inspection to be considered valid. 8.15 On Site Sewage Disposal System Ordinance No. 08-0921-00 Page: 15 (1) As specified in the WAC 246-272-21501. The local Health Officer may investigate and take appropriate action to minimize public health risk in formally designated areas such as the following: (a) Shellfish protection districts or shellfish growing areas; (b) Sole Source Aquifers designated by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency; Areas with a critical recharging effect on aquifers used for potable water as designated under Washington Growth Management Act, Chapter 36.70A.170 RCW; Designated public water supply wellhead protection areas; Up-gradient areas directly influencing water recreation facilities designated for swimming in natural waters with artificial boundaries within the waters as described by the Water Recreation Facilities Act, chapter 70.90 RCW; Areas designated by the Department of Ecology as special protection areas under chapter 173-200-090 WAC, Water Quality Standards for Ground Waters of the State of Washington; Wetland areas under production of crops for human consumption; Frequently flooded areas delineated by the Federal Emergency Management Agency; and Areas identified and delineated by the local board of health in consultation with the Health Division to address public health threat from on-site systems. 8.15.160 AREAS OF SPECIAL CONCERN (c) (d) (e) (f) (g) (h) (i) (2) Areas of Special Concern may be designated following public notice and hearing by the Jefferson County Board of Health. 8.15.170 APPEALJHEARING (1) A person aggrieved of a decision of the Health Officer may appeal. Appeals shall be submitted to the Health Division in writing within fifteen (15) days after receiving written notice of the decision of the Health Officer. (2) Notice of suspension and revocation hearings conducted pursuant to JCC 8.15.120, 8.15.130 and 8.15.140 shall be given by the Health Division to the aggrieved person by certified mail, return receipt requested, at least fifteen (15) days before the hearing is to be conducted. The notice shall inform the person of the purpose of the hearing, the date, time and place of the hearing and the substance of the violation. (3) All revocation hearings shall be conducted by the Board of Health. (4) The following guidelines apply to all hearings and appeals conducted by the Board of Health pursuant to this section: (a) Appeals shall be made in writing and shall be signed and dated by the petitioning party. (b) Appeals shall include a brief and concise statement of the law and facts, which affirmatively establish that the Health Officer has committed an error. (c) Appeals shall be transmitted to the Board of Health by the Health Division following receipt from the petitioning party together with all relevant material associated with the Health Officers action, including but not limited to, applications, reports, soil logs, photographs, staff analysis and recommendations. 8.15 On Site Sewage Disposal System Ordinance No. 08-0921-00 Page: 16 (d) Upon receipt of the appeal materials transmitted by the Health Division, the Board of Health shall conduct a hearing to determine the correctness of the decision by the Health Officer within thirty-five (35) days. The petitioner shall be given seven (7) days' notice by certified mail of the purpose, time, date and place of said hearing. Further, if the petitioning party is a person other than the permit applicant or a permit holder, then notice of the purpose, time, date, and place of said hearing shall likewise be mailed by certified mail to the permit applicant or permit holder. (e) Any hearing conducted pursuant to this section shall be a public hearing and the chairperson of the Board of Health shall open the hearing and take testimony from any interested persons; provided, that testimony in suspension or evocation hearings shall be limited to that presented by the Health Officer, the certificate holder and any witness called by them; provided further, that the chairperson may limit the length of the testimony to a specific amount of time to be applied equally to those interested persons wishing to speak except in suspension or revocation hearings where the Board of Health is authorized to use its discretion. (1) The procedure to be utilized during any hearing conducted pursuant to this section shall be as follows: (i) The petitioning party, permit applicant, or permit holder and the Health Officer, if not the petitioning party, shall be given an opportunity to present evidence, analysis and recommendations. (ii) Members of the Board of Health may direct questions to the petitioning party, permit applicant or permit holder and Health Officer. (Hi) The chairperson of the Board of Health shall permit the presentation of testimony by any interested person as set forth in this chapter. (iv) Following presentation of evidence and testimony, the chairperson of the Board of Health shall close the hearing and initiate discussion with other board members on the matters presented. (v) Following discussion, the Board of Health shall make ruling on the appeal. (vi) Under no circumstances shall cross-examination of persons making presentations at the hearing be permitted, notwithstanding that the Board of Health may ask questions as set forth above. (g) Should the Board of Health require additional testimony, it may continue the public hearing to a date and time not to exceed thirty-five (35) days following the date of the initial public hearing; PROVIDED that at the close of the second public hearing the Board of Health may continue its deliberations on the appeal to another time and date not to exceed thirty-five (35) days following the close of the second public hearing conducted to receive additional testimony. In all other cases the Board of Health may continue its deliberations on the appeal to another date and time not to exceed thirty-five (35) days following the close of the public hearing. (h) All relevant evidence is admissible, which in the opinion of the Board of Health is the best evidence reasonably obtainable having due regard for its necessity, availability and trustworthiness; provided that, in passing upon the admissibility of evidence the Jefferson County Board of Health may give consideration to, but shall not be bound to follow the rules of evidence governing civil proceedings in matters not involving trial by jury in the Superior Court of the State of Washington. (i) A full and complete record shall be kept of all proceedings and all testimony shall be recorded. The record of testimony and exhibits together with all papers and requests filed in the proceedings shall constitute the exclusive record for the decision in accordance with the law. 8.15 On Site Sewage Disposal System Ordinance No. 08-0921-00 Page: 17 U) All decisions shall become a part of the record and shall include a statement of Findings and Conclusions, as well as reasons or basis thereof upon all the material issues of fact, law or discretion presented on the record. (k) Notice of the decision of the Board of Health shall be provided not later than ten (10) days following the date of its decision. (I) The petitioning party, permit applicant, permit holder, or designated agent, and the Health Division shall be notified of the decision of the Board of Health, together with the Findings and Conclusions and the basis therefore by certified mail. 8.15.180 ENFORCEMENTIPENALTY (1) Civil Penalties. In addition to or as an alternative to any other judicial or administrative remedy provided herein, or by law, any person or establishment who violates this regulation or by each act of commission or omission procures, aids or abets such violation, may be assessed a civil penalty not to exceed fifty dollars ($50.00) for each day of continuous violation to be directly assessed by the Health Officer until such violation is corrected. The per day penalty shall double for the second separate violation and triple for the third and subsequent separate violations of the same regulation within any five (5) year period. (2) Criminal Penalties. Any person who violates any provision herein shall, upon conviction, be guilty of a misdemeanor and subject to a fine of not more than one thousand dollars ($1,000), or by imprisonment for not more than ninety (90) days, or both such fine and imprisonment. Each day any person shall continue to violate or fails to comply with the provisions of this chapter shall constitute a separate offense. (3) Administrative - Certificate Holders. (a) Suspension of Certificate. (i) The Health Officer may suspend any certificate upon making the determination, after a hearing between the Health Officer and the certificate holder, that the holder has performed with negligence, incompetence, misrepresentation or failure to comply with the applicable rules, regulations, guidelines, policies or practices which pertain to water supply and waste water disposal, to have made fraudulent misrepresentation in making application for a certificate or to have made fraudulent misrepresentation in making application for a permit to install an on-site sewage system, either existing at the time of certification or as thereafter enacted. (ii) The Health Officer shall give written notice of the hearing to any person aggrieved who has filed a written complaint with the Health Officer and the affected certificate holder(s). (iii) For the first confirmed violation under this subsection, the suspension period shall not exceed thirty (30) days; and the second violation in any three (3) year period shall result in a suspension of the certificate for a period not less than fifteen (15) days and not to exceed one hundred eighty (180) days. (iv) If the Health Officer suspends a certificate, the certificate holder shall not proceed with any further work in connection with the activity covered by the certificate. (v) The certificate holder shall be notified by certified mail of suspension of the certificate upon determination of a finding that a violation has occurred requiring suspension. (b) Revocation of Certificate. (i) A certificate may be revoked for repeated violation of any of the requirements of these regulations or any other applicable regulation or if, 8.15 On Site Sewage Disposal System Ordinance No. 08-0921-00 Page: 18 after a hearing with the Board of Health, the holder of such certificate shall be found grossly incompetent or negligent, or to have made fraudulent misrepresentations in making application for a certificate or for a permit to install an on-site sewage system, or should the bond or insurance required herein be cancelled. (ii) The Health Officer shall give written notice of the hearing to any person aggrieved who has filed a written complaint with the Health Officer and the affected certificate holder(s). (iii) The third Notice of Violation issued by the Health Division staff within any twelve (12) month period shall be considered as repeated violations and result in certificate revocation. (iv) If the Board of Health revokes a certificate, the certificate holder shall not proceed with any further work in connection with the activity covered by the certificate. (v) The certificate holder shall be notified by certified mail of revocation of the certificate, upon determination of a finding that a violation has occurred requiring revocation. (vi) If, after revocation of a certificate, the applicant desires to reapply for a certificate, the applicant must wait six (6) months prior to reapplication. Any person whose certificate has been revoked will be required to pay all applicable fees and take and pass the written examination again before issuance of a new certificate. (c) Reinstatement of Suspended or Revoked Certificate. (i) The certificate holder shall make written application for reinstatement to the Environmental Health Director specifying what practices, performance, and conditions that were named as grounds for suspension or revocation have been remedied; and the certificate holder will provide a description of the changes in performance that will occur which will directly avoid the repetition of past violations. (ii) The Environmental Health Director, upon determining that noted deficiencies have been satisfactorily addressed, shall schedule the individual for participation in the next available examination where applicable. Reissuance of the certificate is subject to the individual's successful completion of the application and testing procedure and payment of testing and certification fees as per the Fee Ordinance. (iii) Probation. A period of probation consisting of additional reporting or inspection requirements may be imposed on a certificate holder as a result of violations of these rules or as a condition of operation following suspension/revocation of a certificate. Said period and requirements shall be the decision of the Health Officer and shall be determined after an administrative hearing with the certificate holder. (iv) Appeal. Any person feeling aggrieved because of the suspension or denial of a certificate by the Health Officer may, within fifteen (15) days of the suspension or denial, appeal to the Board of Health as set forth in JCC 8.15.170. (4) Administrative - Property Owners (a) Notice to Title. If the Health Officer finds than an owner has failed to comply with the requirements of this regulation, AND all administrative remedies have been exhausted, AND the case has been forwarded to the Jefferson County Prosecuting Attorney for further action, the Health Officer may record a Notice of Potential Uncorrected Violation finding on the title of the property with the Jefferson County Auditor. (b) Removal of Notice. The owner shall make written request to the Health Officer for recision of the Notice to Title. The request shall specify corrective actions that have been completed. 8.15 On Site Sewage Disposal System Ordinance No. 08-0921-00 Page: 19 (c) The Health Officer, upon determining that noticed violation has been corrected, shall record a Recision of Notice with the Jefferson County Auditor. (d) The owner shall pay fees as required to complete inspection(s) to verify correction and to record the Recision prepared by the Health Division. 8.15.190 SEVERABILITY Provisions of these rules and regulations are hereby declared to be separable, and if any section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase, or portion of these rules and regulations is for any reason held to be invalid or unconstitutional by the decision of any court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of these rules and regulations. 8.15.200 FEES (1) Fees shall be as per Jefferson County Health and Human SeNices Department Fee Schedule. (2) Refunds shall not be granted if field investigation, plan review, site visit or design review has been completed by the Health Division. (3) A refund of the application fee minus an administrative fee of forty-five dollars ($45.00) shall be granted upon written request of the applicant/owner, EXCEPT as noted in (2) above. (4) All Sewage System Installer's, Septic Tank Pumper's, Sewage System Designer's and Operation and Monitoring Specialist Certificates are renewable annually on March 1. Should any renewal fee remain unpaid by March 31, a penalty fee according to the Fee Schedule shall be charged. Previously issued certificates shall become void if not renewed prior to April 1. (5) Fees generated under this authority cannot be used to support non-public health activities. 8.15.210 EFFECTIVE DATE This chapter shall be effective ten (10) days after approval is obtained from the Department of Health as per WAC 246-272-02001. 8.15.220 CONFLICT Where other County regulations are in conflict with this ordinance, the more restrictive regulation shall apply and such application shall extend only to those specific provisions that are more restrictive. Adopted this 21st Day of September, 2000 by the Jefferson County Board of Health. i&kA:tiv 11 ~ ~erta (tssell, Chairman J' uhlØd~ñrían xcused Absence) Glen Huntingford, Member j)~~ Dan Har'põle£,Membèr 8.15 On Site Sewage Code Ordinance No. 08-0921-00 Page: 20 TABLE 1 THIRD PARTY OPERATIONS/MONITORING INSPECTION SCHEDULE FOR ONSITE SEWAGE SYSTEMS TYPE OF SITE SIZE EQUAL TO OR SITE SIZE WAIVER REQUIRED AND/OR SITE ON SHORELINE & SYSTEM CO MMER CIAL WITH HI G H SYSTEM LESS THAN 1 AC G REA TER THAN 1 AC APPROVED < 200' TO SHORELINE STRENGTH WASTE CONVENTIONAL Every 3 yrs and at Every 6 years and at Every 3 years and at time of sale¡ Every 3 years and at time of sale! AnnualIy or as specified in * Time of sale! Time of sale¡ sewage disposal permit ALTERNATIVE At 6 mos, at one year &annualIy At 6 mos, at one year & then At 6 mos, at one year & annually At 6 mos, at one year & annually Annually or as specified in SYSTEMS therafter & at time of sale¡ every 3 years & at thereafter & at time of sale! thereafter & at time of sale! sewage disposal permit time of sale¡ PROPRIETARY At the schedule required At the schedule required At the schedule required by the At the schedule required by the At the schedule required by the DEVICES by the Treatment Standard by the Treatment Standard Treatment Standard to be met Treatment Standard to be met and Treatment Standard to be met to be met and manufacturers to be met and manufacturers and manufacturers guidelines manufacturers guidelines and manufacturers guidelines. guidelines guidelines AnnualIy at a minimum. The third party inspection does not alleviate the responsibility of the homeowner to complete inspections as required in the 0 & M Manual provided by the system designer and maintain the system when problems are observed. ! Time of sale inspection is required only if inspections have not been kept current per this schedule or if the site has not been inspected and is not yet enrolled in the inspection schedule REPORTS OF ALL INSPECTIONS SHALL BE SUBMITTED ON FORMS SUPPLIED BY THE HEALTH DEPARTMENT Any system where a system operation problem is identified at the time of inspection shall be reinspected within 6 mos. All maintenance of proprietary devices shall be completed by factory authorized personnel. * CONVENTIONAL includes gravity and pump to gravity only **The inspection schedule for alternative systems is specified in the State Guidelines for Pressure Distribution.