Island Health
1952 Bay Street Victoria, B.C. V8R 1J8 | Visit Official Website (opens in a new tab)
110 Narvaez Bay Road Saturna Island, BC V0N 2Y0
This facility was given a Low hazard rating. More info


Inspection Information

Facility Type

2-14 Connections

Inspection Type

Routine

Inspection Date

February 1, 2023

Number of critical violations

0

Number of non-critical violations

3



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


Code
Description

318

Non-Critical Inadequate Microbiological Analysis data

The bacteriological sampling schedule is monthly. No samples in the past twelve months have been received by the laboratory within the 30-hour window for analysis.

Corrective Actions: EHO discussed alternative methods for submission of bacteriological samples. Ensure that bacteriological samples are submitted at least once monthly within the accepted time frame.

319

Non-Critical Inadequate Chemical Analysis Data

Results for the chemical analysis of the source water was last submitted to this office in 2014.

Corrective Actions: Analysis should be conducted every 3-5 years. Submit a chemical analysis report tot his office by July 1, 2023.

322

Non-Critical Emergency Response Plan

The information in the Emergency Response and Contingency Plan (ERCP) is outdated.

Corrective Actions: Update the information in the ERCP and submit to this office by May 1, 2023



Comments
A routine inspection was conducted alongside the Operator and Director of Facilities. The system is supplied by Haggis Farm Lake. The system supplies three structures that are seasonally occupied by staff and students of the school district. Raw water goes through a Nexsand media. 1 micron (nominal) cartridge filter, and a UV Dynamics Model 8.40C UV Filter (NSF-55 Class A) before chlorination. Chemicals are stored in the locked equipment room. The chlorine residual was measures above 2.0ppm and the turbidity was measured at 0.79 FNU at the time of the inspection. Results are monitored daily and maintained in a log by the Operator. Permit conditions are being satisfied.