D.C. Municipal Regulations (Last Updated: September 13, 2017) |
Title 25. FOOD OPERATIONS AND COMMUNITY HYGIENE FACILITIES |
SubTilte 25-C. SWIMMING POOL AND SPA REGULATIONS |
Chapter 25-C4. WATER QUALITY, CIRCULATION SYSTEMS, AND REPORTING REQUIREMENTS |
Section 25-C411. WATER SUPPLY AND WASTEWATER DISPOSAL – CONTAMINANTS, REMOVAL
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411.1No direct mechanical connection shall be made between the potable water supply and the swimming pool or spa, chlorinating equipment, or the system of piping for the swimming pool or spa, unless it is protected against backflow and back-siphonage.
411.2Backwash water or drainage waters of a swimming pool or spa shall be discharged into a sanitary sewer through an approved air gap, or by other means approved by the District Government.
411.3When necessary, filter backwash water and drainage water shall be treated chemically or through the use of settling tanks to eliminate or neutralize chemicals, diatomaceous earth, and contaminants in the water that exceeds the limits set by the District Government.
authority
Section 4902 of the Department of Health Functions Clarification Act of 2001 (“Act”) effective October 3, 2001 (D.C. Law 14-28; D.C. Official Code § 7-731(a)(11) (2012 Repl. & 2016 Supp.)), and Mayor’s Order 2001-111, dated August 6, 2001.
source
Final Rulemaking published at 64 DCR 5359 (June 9, 2017).