presented by fred barker, p.e., massdep boston 617.292.5866 [email protected] 1...
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Presented by Fred Barker, P.E., MassDEP Boston 617.292.5866
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Massachusetts Department of Environmental ProtectionDrinking Water Program
General Presentation is a summary of the most significant changes and is not intended to include all changes
Complete guidelines available at:
http://www.mass.gov/dep/water/laws/policies.htm#dwguid
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General
Reasons for changes* Current industry standards* Safer work environment* Protection of public health
Use of shall, must, and should
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GeneralGuidelines are enforceableGuidelines are required for:* new construction* substantial modifications* when specifically requested by
MassDEP in writing
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Chapter 1 – Submission of Designs, Plans and ReportsSimultaneous compliance issues shall be addressed
Chemical checklist(s) shall be submitted with applications
Energy efficiency shall be addressed
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Chapter 1 (cont.)Permit application submittals required for new construction or substantial modifications
Requirements for design/build construction concept are outlined
Water use data is required6
Chapter 1 (cont.)
Application must include proposed treatment processes to be installed or modified
Detailed plans must meet State Plumbing Code
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Chapter 1 (cont.)
DWP Policy 08-01 outlines modifications to previously approved plans that require permits
Consecutive systems require written agreements between parties
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Chapter 2 – General Design Considerations Locks are required for all exterior doors, windows, gates, etc.
Facilities and access roads must be elevated
Computer systems, including SCADA, must have firewalls/passwords and not be used for internet browsing
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Chapter 2 (cont.)
Facilities treating for primary and secondary standards shall not have bypasses unless approved in writing
Testing and monitoring equipment required for various treatment processes is outlined
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Chapter 2 (cont.)
Expanded list for piping color
codes for chemical lines Outlines disinfection requirements
O & M Manual is required
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Chapter 2 (cont.)Safety concerns that must be addressed are outlined
Acceptable types of sample taps are identified
Meters to measure total production of water from all sources must be provided
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Freeze Proof Sampling Station-Eclipse # 88 WC
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Chapter 5 - Treatment GAC may be regenerated and re-used from the same facility, but not from other facilities
Membrane modules installed after 1/1/11 must include manufacturer’s certification for removal
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Chapter 5 (cont.) EPA Method 334.0 for chlorine
analyzers is allowed Accidents that result in an operator being hospitalized must be reported by the next business day
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Chapter 5 (cont.) Figure 5-1 has been added to provide a typical saturator detail Advanced notification of any treatment changes shall be given
Sodium fluoride saturator waste is a special waste and must be disposed of properly
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