(A) The consumer's premises shall be opened at all reasonable times to the certified cross-connection control device inspector for the inspection of the premises or absence of cross-connections within the consumer's premises, and testing, repair and maintenance of cross-connection control devices within the consumer's premises.
(B) On request by the Director, the consumer shall furnish information regarding the piping systems for water use within the consumer's premises and cross-connection inspection results. The consumer's premises shall be opened at all reasonable times to the Director for the verification of information submitted by the consumer regarding the piping system or systems for water use and cross-connection inspection results.
(C) It shall be the responsibility of the water consumer to arrange periodic surveys of water use practices on the consumer's premise to determine whether there are actual or potential cross-connections to the consumer's water system through which contamination or pollution could backflow into the consumer's or the public potable system. All cross-connection control or other plumbing inspections must be conducted in accordance with Illinois Revised Statutes 1983, ch. 111, par. 1103(1).
(D) It is the responsibility and financial obligation of the water consumer to prevent backflow into the public water supply system by ensuring that:
(1) All cross-connections are removed; or approved cross-connection control devices are installed for control of backflow and back siphonage.
(2) Cross-connection control devices shall be installed in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
(3) Cross-connection control devices shall be inspected at least annually by a person approved by the Agency as an inspector (CCCDI). The inspection of mechanical devices shall include physical testing in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
(4) Testing and records.
(a) Each device shall be tested at least annually or more frequently if recommended by the manufacturer, or Director.
(b) Records submitted to the Director shall be available for inspection by Agency personnel in accordance with Illinois Revised Statutes 1983, ch. 111½, par. 1004(e).
(c) Each device shall have a tag attached listing the date of most recent test, name of CCCDI, and type and date of repairs.
(d) A maintenance log shall be maintained and include:
1. Date of each test.
2. Name and approval number of person performing the inspection or test;
3. Test results/inspection;
4. Repairs or servicing required;
5. Repairs and date completed; and
6. Services performed and date completed.
(Ord. 09-2732, passed 8-25-09)