12VAC5-590-270: Start-up testing and inspections

A. Before placing a new or modified waterworks into operation following construction, the owner shall test the water at the entry point to the distribution system in a manner acceptable to the department. The owner shall notify the department of the time and place of the tests. The owner shall send the results of the tests to the department.

B. The commissioner and department have a right to inspect any waterworks and to be present for any testing in accordance with Title 32.1 of the Code of Virginia.