ATCP 78.17 History
History: CR 21-109: cr.
Register June 2023 No. 810, eff. 9-24-23.
ATCP 78.18(1)(a)
(a)
General. The water source used to supply the camp shall be a public or a private water system.
ATCP 78.18(1)(b)
(b)
Well compliance with ch. NR 812. The operation, construction, installation, materials, and maintenance of the water system used to supply water to the camp shall comply with ch.
NR 812, as enforced by the Wisconsin department of natural resources.
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ATCP 78.18(2)(a)(a)
Drinking water standards. A camp shall be supplied with potable water under pressure that meets the drinking water standards in ch.
NR 809, as enforced by the Wisconsin department of natural resources.
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ATCP 78.18(2)(b)
(b)
Water test report. The operator shall provide a copy of the water system bacteriological analysis for total coliform and
E.coli in ss.
NR 809.30 and
809.31 (1), and analysis for nitrate in s.
NR 809.115 (4), report to the department or its agent for each well that supplies water to the camp based on the following:
ATCP 78.18(2)(b)1.
1. If the camp operates seasonally, the operator shall have the water tested and the report available within the preceding 2 months before the season begins for review by the department or its agent.
ATCP 78.18(2)(b)2.
2. If the camp is operated year round, the operator shall have the water tested and the report available for review by the department or its agent within one year prior to the requested review.
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ATCP 78.18 Note
Note: Public water systems may require additional water testing as required by the Wisconsin department of natural resources in ch.
NR 809.
ATCP 78.18(2)(c)
(c)
Unsafe potable water. The operator shall discontinue use of a public or private water system used to supply water to the camp, whenever the potable water from the system does not meet nitrate and bacteriologically safe drinking water standards in ch.
NR 809.
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ATCP 78.18 Note
Note: Bottles for collection of water samples may be obtained by writing to the Wisconsin state laboratory of hygiene, 2601 Agriculture Drive, Madison, WI 53708 or by calling (800) 442-4618. Use of any private or public certified laboratory is acceptable to satisfy the requirement.
ATCP 78.18(3)(a)(a)
General. All plumbing shall comply with the requirements of chs.
SPS 382 and
384, as enforced by the Wisconsin department of safety and professional services, that apply to
camps.
ATCP 78.18(3)(b)
(b)
Backflow prevention, air gap. An air gap between any water supply inlet and the flood level rim of the plumbing fixture or equipment shall comply with State Uniform Plumbing codes, chs.
SPS 381 to
387, as enforced by the Wisconsin department of safety and professional services.
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ATCP 78.18(3)(c)
(c)
Backflow prevention device, design standard. A backflow or backsiphonage prevention device installed on a water supply system shall meet standards for construction, installation, maintenance, inspection, and testing as specified by the State Uniform Plumbing Code, chs.
SPS 381 to
387, as enforced by the Wisconsin department of safety and professional services.
ATCP 78.18 Note
Note: Backflow or backsiphonage prevention devices stamped with ASSE 1011 or ASSE 1052 are common examples used on a hose bib connection that are recognized as in compliance with this section. The Wisconsin department of safety and professional services plumbing product online search is also available to confirm devices meet State Uniform Plumbing Code.
ATCP 78.18(4)
(4)
Water service connections. The plumbing system for the water service and water distribution system for a toilet building, shower building, food facility or other buildings supplied with water shall comply with chs.
SPS 382 and
384, as enforced by the Wisconsin department of safety and professional services.
ATCP 78.18 Note
Note: To minimize the risk of Legionella growth and other diseases associated with water, adequate provisions should be made to ensure that all water systems including sink faucets, drinking fountains, and showers are safe particularly with regard to any water aged over 3 weeks that is at greater risk for proliferation of Legionella. It is strongly advised that each camp develop and implement a water management program as recommended by the United States centers for disease control water management program toolkit.
ATCP 78.18(5)(a)(a) Labeling and construction. Containers shall meet all of the following requirements for transporting water for human consumption and be:
ATCP 78.18(5)(a)2.
2. Constructed of a food grade material that does not allow the migration of deleterious substances to the water or impart colors, odors or tastes.
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ATCP 78.18(5)(b)
(b)
Containers cleaned and sanitized. Water containers shall be cleaned and sanitized between
uses.
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ATCP 78.18(6)(a)(a)
General. Water shall be provided to campers using any of the following methods:
ATCP 78.18(6)(b)
(b)
Water containers for reuse. Reusable individual water containers shall be cleaned as often as necessary or when returning from primitive camping trips.
ATCP 78.18 History
History: CR 21-109: cr.
Register June 2023 No. 810, eff. 9-24-23; correction in (2) (b) 1., (3) (b) made under s.
35.17, Stats.,
Register June 2023 No. 810.
ATCP 78.19(1)(1)
Sewage. Sewage,
including
all
liquid
and
water-carried
wastes
from
sinks, bathing and toilet facilities, may not discharge onto the ground surface.
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ATCP 78.19(2)
(2)
Plumbing fixtures. Plumbing fixtures shall meet all of the following:
ATCP 78.19(2)(b)
(b)
Discharge. Discharge to a public sewer or private sewage disposal system.
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ATCP 78.19(3)
(3)
Public sewer. When a public sewer facility is available to the camp, connection to, and use of, that facility are required.
ATCP 78.19(4)(a)1.1. Any POWTS system used by a camp under this chapter shall be located, designed, constructed and operated in accordance with chs.
SPS 382,
383 and
384, as enforced by the Wisconsin department of safety and professional services.
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ATCP 78.19(4)(a)2.
2. The operator shall ensure that access opening covers to a POWTS remain locked or secured, except for inspection, evaluation, maintenance, or servicing purposes.
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ATCP 78.19 Note
Note: See s.
145.195, Stats., regarding building on unsewered property.
ATCP 78.19(4)(b)
(b)
Failing private sewage system. A failing private sewage system shall be brought into compliance, replaced or its use discontinued. In this subsection, “failing private sewage system” has the meaning given in s.
145.245 (4),
Stats.
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ATCP 78.19(4)(c)
(c)
Required approvals. A camp shall submit plan and installation details for the design and
construction,
alteration
or
extension
of
a
private
sewage disposal system to the Wisconsin department of safety and professional services
or
its
designated
agent
for
approval
and
shall acquire a sanitary permit before altering or extending the private sewage disposal
system.
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ATCP 78.19 Note
Note: Local jurisdictions may require additional approvals.
ATCP 78.19 History
History: CR 21-109: cr.
Register June 2023 No. 810, eff. 9-24-23; correction in (4) (b) made under s.
35.17, Stats.,
Register June 2023 No. 810.
ATCP 78.20
ATCP 78.20
Toilet and shower facilities. ATCP 78.20(1)(a)(a)
Toilet facilities. Toilet facilities construction shall comply with State Building code as enforced by the Wisconsin department of safety and professional services.
ATCP 78.20(1)(b)1.1. A camp shall provide a minimum of one toilet
and
one
handwash
facility
for
every
10
campers
and
staff
or fraction thereof.
ATCP 78.20(1)(b)2.
2. The camp operator shall designate toilet facilities based on the attendance at the camp.
ATCP 78.20(1)(c)
(c)
Lighting. Toilet facilities shall be provided with adequate artificial lighting.
ATCP 78.20(1)(d)
(d)
Location. Toilet facilities shall be located within 400 feet of lodging units.
ATCP 78.20(1)(e)
(e)
Operation. Toilet facilities shall meet all of the following requirements and be:
ATCP 78.20(1)(f)1.
1. Constructed in accordance with chs.
SPS 361 to
365 and
391, as enforced by the Wisconsin department of safety and professional services.
ATCP 78.20(1)(f)3.
3. Not be located within 15 feet of a building used for human occupancy.
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ATCP 78.20(1)(f)4.
4. Obtain approval by the department for a distance between 15 and 75 feet for other approved privy or toilet types.
ATCP 78.20(1)(g)
(g)
Shower ratio. A
minimum
of
one
shower
or
bathtub
shall
be
provided
for every 20 campers and staff or fraction
thereof.
ATCP 78.20(1)(h)
(h)
Handwashing sinks. Handwashing sinks shall
be
provided
in all rooms having flush toilets and shower facilities
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ATCP 78.20(1)(h)3.
3. Single-use toweling or a hand drying device in locations that are accessible to all campers, staff and visitors.
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ATCP 78.20(1)(i)1.1. Carpeting is prohibited in toilet rooms and shower and bathing
facilities.
ATCP 78.20(1)(i)2.
2. Shower area floors and bathtubs shall be provided with an anti-slip surface or matting.
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ATCP 78.20(2)
(2)
Toilets and bathing facilities for people with physical disabilities. The construction and accessibility of toilets, toilet
rooms,
toilet
buildings,
and
bathing
facilities
shall
comply
with s.
SPS 362.1210 (1m), as enforced by the Wisconsin department of safety and professional services.
ATCP 78.20 History
History: CR 21-109: cr.
Register June 2023 No. 810, eff. 9-24-23.
ATCP 78.21(1)(1)
Permanent. This section applies to structures that are enclosed and are permanent in nature, including buildings, cabins, dorms, yurts, covered wagons or tents covering a non-collapsible framework, and that are used as sleeping quarters for more than 30 consecutive days.
ATCP 78.21(1)(a)
(a)
Layout. Camper sleeping quarters shall meet all of the following requirements:
ATCP 78.21(1)(a)3.
3. Camper sleeping arrangement shall be head to toe or in a bed layout configuration that provides at least 6 feet horizontally between the heads of sleepers.
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