As an owner of a SDWS, you must provide specific information to the local public health unit in writing prior to supplying water to users following construction, installation, alteration, extension or after not providing water for 60 days or longer by completing and submitting the Small Drinking Water Systems Notice and Designation Form.
The written notice includes the following:
- Building permit number for any construction, installation, alteration or extension to the SDWS.
- Date the water supply will be made available to users.
- Name and address of the SDWS as well as the owner and operator.
- Confirmation that all preparations have been completed as prescribed by O. Reg. 319 and the site- specific directive.
- If your SDWS will resume operation following a 60 day or longer closure, test results must also be provided with your written notification.
You also need to designate an operator for your SDWS who will collect samples, perform tests, receive laboratory results, and submit reports. SDWS operators need to maintain training in drinking water system operation, maintenance, safety and emergency procedures as prescribed within your site-specific directive. As an owner of an SDWS, you can designate yourself as the operator.