Island Health
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11000 Central Lake Road, Port Alberni, BC, Canada Port Alberni, BC V9Y 8Z2
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Inspection Information

Facility Type

15 - 300 Connections

Inspection Type

Routine

Inspection Date

July 13, 2023

Number of critical violations

0

Number of non-critical violations

1



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


Code
Description

320

Non-Critical Interruption of Treatment

The 100 micron Judo Fimat pre-filters have been clogging due to algae and have been taken offline. The system has been on a boil water notice (BWN).

Corrective Actions: The necessity of the BWN will be reviewed to determine further corrective actions.



Comments
ACTION ITEMS: ** BACTERIOLOGICAL TESTING: The current frequency of bacteriological sampling meets Schedule B of the Drinking Water Protection Regulation. Raw water sampling must be completed quarterly. A raw water sample requisition site will be created and requisitions will be generated automatically **ASSESSMENTS: A source to tap assessment was completed in 2017. Ensure this is completed every 5 years. NEXT DUE: 2022 **FULL CHEMICAL ANALYSIS: A chemical analysis was complete on March 2017. This should be completed every 3-5 years (next due ASAP). No additional or parameter specific testing is required at this time. **ANNUAL REPORT: An annual report was complete for 2020. Ensure annual reports are completed by June 30 of each year and provide a copy to our office. **Provide the 2022 annual report to our office. **EMERGENCY RESPONSE AND CONTIGENCY PLAN: An ERP was updated in 2013. Ensure all ERPs are reviewed annually and as needed. **Submit any updated plans to our office. **OTHER: - Chlorine residuals are tested and records are maintained. The test kit was at the office during the inspection. **Ensure the meter is calibrated as per manufacturer instruction and all reagents are not expired. - The following were not known about the reservoir. **If possible, provide this information: what is the liner material (if lined), if vents are turned down, and if vents are screened. COMMENTS: OPERATOR TRAINING: The employed operator meets or exceeds small water systems training. OPERATING TERMS AND CONDITIONS: The system currently does not have terms and conditions. Terms and conditions must be reviewed and added to the permit. WATER QUALITY ADVISORY: The system is currently on a boil water notice due to failure of the 100 micron Judo pre-filters. This is currently being reviewed. OTHER: - Records are maintained for testing, monitoring and maintenance activities. - Extra equipment is available (bulbs, filters). A construction permit or waiver must be obtained prior to commencing any construction or alteration of the water system.