WAC 246-295-001. Purpose

(1) The purpose of these rules is to: (a) Establish criteria for approving satellite system management agencies hereafter referred to as satellite management agencies (SMAs) pursuant to RCW 70A.100.130 ; (b) Delineate the process organizations and/or individuals must follow to be considered an approved SMA; and (c) Outline procedures for coordination between water users, purveyors, SMAs, local government and the department. (2) This chapter is specifically designed to ensure: (a) The enhancement of public health through the use of SMAs; (b) SMAs are capable of providing high quality drinking water in a reliable manner and in a quantity suitable for intended use; (c) SMAs are capable of meeting the requirements of the federal Safe Drinking Water Act, P.L. 93-523 and P.L. 99-339; and (d) Uniformity in the SMAs determination and compliance processes. (3) Other statutes relating to this chapter are: (a) Chapter 43.20 RCW, State board of health; (b) RCW 43.20B.020 Fees for services—Department of health and department of social and health services; (c) Chapter 43.70 RCW, Department of health; (d) Chapter 70A.100 RCW, Public Water System Coordination Act of 1977; (e) Chapter 70A.120 RCW, Public water supply systems—Certification and regulation of operators; and (f) Chapter 70A.125 , Public water systems—Penalties and compliance.