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1952 Bay Street Victoria, B.C. V8R 1J8 | Visit Official Website (opens in a new tab)
8571 Bothwell Road Port Alberni, BC V9Y 9B6
This facility was given a Moderate hazard rating. More info


Inspection Information

Facility Type

2-14 Connections

Inspection Type

Routine

Inspection Date

April 30, 2024

Number of critical violations

2

Number of non-critical violations

4



Violations:
A summary of the violations found during the inspection are listed below.


Code
Description

311

Critical Interruption of Treatment

The UV was alarming and not properly functioning.

Corrective Actions: Take the following actions: 1. Issue a boil water notice. 2. Follow the requirements to remove the boil water notice (repair the UV and obtain two consecutive satisfactory bacteriological samples 24 hours apart).

312

Critical Inadequate Treatment

The water system does not meet the Drinking Water Treatment Objectives (Microbiological) for Surface Water Supplies in British Columbia.

Corrective Actions: Tale the following actions: 1. Determine an action plan and timeline for completing any required works to meet these objectives. 2. Complete the objectives as per agreed upon timeline.

317

Non-Critical Inadequate or improper construction of water works

Additional disinfection devices have been installed without a construction permit or waiver (UV).

Corrective Actions: Submit all the required documentation as outlined in the Construction Permit Waiver Request Form for review.

318

Non-Critical Inadequate Microbiological Analysis data

Bacteriological sampling has not been submitted to meet the minimum requirements of the Drinking Water Protection Schedule B.

Corrective Actions: The sampling schedule has been updated. Ensure to meet the approved sampling schedule 2 samples biweekly.

319

Non-Critical Inadequate Chemical Analysis Data

A chemical analysis was completed in 2002. This should be completed every 3-5 years (next due ASAP). No additional or parameter specific testing is required at this time.

Corrective Actions: Complete a full chemical analysis and submit the results to our office.

322

Non-Critical Emergency Response Plan

The full emergency response plan (ERP) has not been submitted to our office.

Corrective Actions: Submit the ERP to our office.



Comments
Comments: ** OPERATOR TRAINING: The operator is working to complete small water systems training. ACTION: Once training is complete submit any training certifications to our office. COMPLETION DATE: ASAP, APR/2025 ** ASSESSMENTS: A source to tap assessment is required every 5 years. ACTION: Complete the assessment and submit it to our office. COMPLETION DATE: ASAP, APR/2025 OPERATING TERMS AND CONDITIONS: The system currently does not have terms and conditions. Terms and conditions must be reviewed and added to the permit. ANNUAL REPORT: The annual report has been completed for 2023. ACTION: Ensure annual reports are completed by June 30 of each year and provide a copy to our office. OTHER: - Maintenance records must be maintained for testing, monitoring and maintenance activities. - Extra supplies such as filters are kept onsite.