15A NCAC 18A .0147      WATER SUPPLY

(a)  The water supply used shall be in accordance with 15A NCAC 18A .1720 through .1728.

(b)  Water samples for bacteriological analysis shall be collected at least annually by the Division of Marine Fisheries and submitted for analysis to the State Laboratory of Public Health or other laboratory that is certified in accordance with 10A NCAC 42C .0102, which is incorporated by reference including subsequent amendments.

(c)  Cross‑connections with unapproved water supplies are prohibited. Hot and cold running water under pressure shall be provided to food preparation, utensils, and handwashing areas and any other areas in which water is required for cleaning. Running water under pressure shall be provided in sufficient quantity to carry out all food preparation, utensil washing, hand washing, cleaning, and other water‑using operations.

History Note:        Authority G.S. 113-134; 113-182; 113-221.2; 143B-289.52;

Eff. October 1, 1992;

Readopted Eff. April 1, 2022.