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TABLE OF FARM WATER SUPPLY VIOLATIONS

The following Table was accepted by the NCIMS Executive Board for use as guidance in evaluating farm water
supplies. The Table provides guidance, which may be used to differentiate between minor and major violations
of Section 7, Item 8r of the Grade “A” PMO during State Ratings and FDA Check Ratings.

Primary Violation Areas as Defined by the Grade “A” PMO

1. Water supply is safe and complies with Appendix D.;
2. No cross-connections between safe and unsafe supplies;
3. No submerged inlets;
4. Well location and construction;
5. New individual water supplies disinfected prior to use;
6. All containers/tanks used to transport and protect water are protected from contamination;
7. Periodic sampling; and
8. Water testing records, current.

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