2018 Maryland Code
Environment
Title 6 - Toxic, Carcinogenic, and Flammable Substances
Subtitle 15 - Lead in Drinking Water.
§ 6-1501. Definitions.
(a) In general. -- In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.
(b) Drinking water outlet. --
(1) "Drinking water outlet" means a potable water fixture that is used for drinking or food preparation.
(2) "Drinking water outlet" includes:
(i) A water fountain, faucet, or tap that is used or potentially used for drinking or food preparation; and
(ii) Ice-making and hot drink machines.
(c) Elevated level of lead. -- "Elevated level of lead" means a lead concentration in drinking water that exceeds the standard recommended by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency in technical guidance.
(d) Public water system. -- "Public water system" has the meaning stated in ยง 9-401 of this article.
(e) Technical guidance. --
(1) "Technical guidance" means the most recent technical guidance issued by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for reducing lead in drinking water in schools.
(2) "Technical guidance" includes:
(i) 3Ts for Reducing Lead in Drinking Water in Schools (2006); and
(ii) Any subsequent technical guidance issued by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for reducing lead in drinking water in schools.