Vermont § 1242 - Definitions As used in this chapter:

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§ 1242. Definitions As used in this chapter:

  • (1) “Action level” means four parts per billion (ppb) of lead. (2) “Alternative water source” means: (A) water from an outlet within the building or facility that is below the action level;
    or (B) containerized, bottled, or packaged drinking water. (3) “Building” means any structure, facility, addition, or wing that may be occupied or
    used by children or students. (4) “Child care provider” has the same meaning as in 33 V.S.A. § 3511. (5) “Child care facility” or “facility” has the same meaning as in 33 V.S.A. § 3511. (6) “Commissioner” means the Commissioner of Health. (7) “Department” means the Department of Health. (8) “Drinking water” has the same meaning as in 10 V.S.A. § 1671. (9) “Independent school” has the same meaning as in 16 V.S.A. § 11. (10) “Outlet” means a drinking water fixture currently or reasonably expected to be used
    for consumption or cooking purposes, including a drinking fountain, an ice machine,
    or a faucet as determined by a school district, supervisory union, independent school,
    or child care provider. (11) “School district” has the same meaning as in 16 V.S.A. § 11. (12) “Supervisory union” has the same meaning as in 16 V.S.A. § 11. (Added 2019, No. 66, § 1, eff

Source: official Vermont text · Last verified 2026-08-27

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