Maine DWP Update: Reminder – Seasonal Systems Delayed Openings Due to COVID-19
Maine Department of Health & Human Services sent this bulletin at 05/04/2020 01:21 PM EDTThis update is coming to you from the Maine CDC Drinking Water Program.
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Reminder – Seasonal Systems Delayed Opening Due to COVID-19
In light of the plan recently announced by Governor Janet Mills to restart Maine’s economy, we anticipate that many seasonal water systems may be opening soon. However, some may be opening later than usual or making the decision not to open in 2020. Please read below for a reminder of important guidelines for seasonal systems.
The Maine Drinking Water Program (DWP) understands that due to the current public health situation, many seasonal public water systems will • Notify your DWP Inspector if your plans to open for the season have • When you do open your seasonal business, perform your seasonal |
Once you have notified the DWP that your public water system will have a delayed opening, DWP staff will make note of that, and no sampling or seasonal startup violations will be issued as long as you complete the seasonal startup procedure as required when you open.
As always, please don’t hesitate to reach out to the DWP by calling your DWP Inspector or our main line at 207-287-2070 with any questions or concerns you may have.
URLs
• Maine DWP Online
www.medwp.com
• DWP Guidance for Seasonal Systems
https://www.maine.gov/dhhs/mecdc/environmental-health/dwp/pws/seasonal.shtml