1. A. Interpretation: The definitions in 20.7.3.7 NMAC shall be construed so as to achieve the objective of 20.7.3 NMAC.

2. B. Alternative resources: When guidance is sought in areas not covered by 20.7.3 NMAC, the most recent version of the following resources may provide guidance. In cases where reference to these alternative resources is proposed the department shall make the final determination of applicability.

   (1) The American national standards institute (ANSI) book of codes.

   (2) The American society for testing and materials (ASTM) testing manual.

   (3) The international association of plumbing and mechanical officials (IAPMO) codes.

   (4) The national sanitation foundation (NSF) standard 40, standard 41, and standard 46.

   (5) EPA design manuals for onsite wastewater treatment and disposal systems.

   (6) USDA soil survey manuals.

   (7) New Mexico administrative code.

   (8) Wisconsin mound soil absorption system: siting, design and construction manual, university of Wisconsin-Madison.

   (9) The consortium of institutes for decentralized wastewater treatment (CIDWT), decentralized wastewater treatment glossary and installation manual.

   (10) other technical publications.

3. C. The department field offices shall make educational materials regarding on-site liquid waste systems available to the public and to permit applicants. Information on proper maintenance of systems shall be given to new permittees. Educational materials shall be in both English and Spanish.

[20.7.3.8 NMAC - Rp, 20.7.3.8 NMAC, 9/1/13]