Water must be derived from a community water system or from a water system that is tested at least annually by a laboratory certified by the State of South Dakota to test drinking water. The water must be tested for bacteria and nitrate levels and must be safe for consumption. The provider shall maintain documentation of the test results.

The hot water supply system must be large enough to meet the peak hot water demands of the facility. Hot water from plumbing fixtures normally utilized for the everyday living activities of clients may not exceed one hundred twenty degrees Fahrenheit.

Cross-References:

General rules, chapter 74:02:01.

Water system operators, article 74:21.

Source: 7 SDR 66, 7 SDR 89, effective July 1, 1981; 13 SDR 197, effective July 1, 1987; 14 SDR 20, effective August 13, 1987; 14 SDR 37, effective September 13, 1987; 15 SDR 94, effective January 1, 1989; 27 SDR 63, effective December 31, 2000; 39 SDR 220, effective June 27, 2013; 43 SDR 31, effective September 12, 2016 ; SL 2021, ch 1, §§ 8, 19, effective April 19, 2021; 49 SDR 124, effective July 3, 2023 .

General Authority: SDCL 26-6-16 .

Law Implemented: SDCL 26-6-16 (2)(6) .

Prior versions effective: 2021-04-19, 2016-09-12, 2013-06-27.