Water Distribution Grade 1 Certification Practice Exam

What should an owner file to become a new public water system?

1. A comprehensive regulatory compliance document

2. An elementary business plan review and approval by the Department

3. A cost analysis and financial projection

4. A community outreach and awareness program

The correct answer is: An elementary business plan review and approval by the Department

To officially establish a new public water system, the owner is required to submit an elementary business plan review and gain approval from the relevant Department. This plan serves as a foundational document that outlines how the water system will be operated, including aspects like management, funding, and service delivery. The approval process ensures that the proposed system meets regulatory standards and is viable for sustainable operation. It’s essential for the Department to evaluate the business plan to determine whether the proposed system can effectively serve the community's needs while adhering to local, state, and federal regulations. The other options might provide useful information or contribute to the overall operation of a public water system, but they do not represent the primary filing requirement for establishing the system. A comprehensive regulatory compliance document might be necessary after the system is operational, while a cost analysis and financial projection or a community outreach program, while beneficial, pertain to other aspects of system management or implementation rather than the initial approval process.