R309-530-4. General

(1) Alternative Methods.

In addition to conventional surface water treatment method (i.e. coagulation, sedimentation and filtration as outlined in R309-525), several alternative methods may also be suitable. They are: Direct Filtration; Slow Sand Filtration; Membrane Filtration; and Diatomaceous Earth Filtration.

(2) Incorporation of Other Rules.

For each process described in this section pertinent rules are given. The designer shall also incorporate the relevant rules given in other sections into the plans and specifications for any of these specialized treatment methods. Where applicable, the following topics shall be addressed:

(a) Plant Siting (see R309-525-6).

(b) Pre-design Submittal (see R309-515-5(2)).

(c) Plant Reliability (see R309-525-7).

(d) Color Coding and Pipe Marking (see R309-525-8).

(e) Chemical Addition (see R309-525-11).

(f) Miscellaneous Plant Facilities (see R309-525-17, particularly sub-section R309-525-17(1), Laboratory).

(g) Operation and Maintenance Manuals (see R309-525-19).

(h) Safety (see R309-525-21).

(i) Disposal of Treatment Plant Waste (see R309-525-23).

(j) Disinfection (see R309-520).