- (1) Equipment used for the conveying and hauling of water must have water contact surfaces that are made of non-corrodible and non-toxic materials. All interior coatings, platings, or paints shall be free of toxic materials.
- (2) Water-contact surfaces must be smooth for easy cleaning and sanitizing.
- (3) Inlets, outlets, piping, hose, and tank openings must be constructed to prevent entrance of foreign materials that may contaminate the water.
- (4) The tanks or containers shall be free of deep pits, excessive scale, dents, or crimps which may tend to hold contaminating matter.
- (5) All water contact surfaces including tanks must never have been used to transport or handle toxic or noxious substances.
- (6) All inlet openings must be kept closed except when filling or cleaning.
- (7) Flexible delivery piping, connectors, and ends are to be protected at all times. During delivery, cistern or reservoir must be protected from contamination.
- (8) Tanks used for hauling water for human consumption shall not be used for any other purpose.
- (9) Each piece of equipment used to haul water may be inspected periodically by representatives of the department.
Authorizing statute(s): 75-6-104, MCA
Implementing statute(s): 75-6-104, MCA
History: NEW, 1979 MAR p. 38, Eff. 1/26/79; TRANS, from DHES, 1996 MAR p. 1499; AMD, 2024 MAR p. 253, Eff. 2/10/24.