The Bathing Water Regulations 2008

Regulation 7

SCHEDULE 2 BATHING WATER PROFILES

Contents

1.—(1) Every bathing water profile must—

(a) contain a description of the physical, geographical and hydrological characteristics of—

(i) the bathing water; and

(ii) any other surface water in the catchment area of the bathing water where the surface water could be a source of pollution for the bathing water;

(b) identify and assess the causes of pollution that might affect bathing water quality and pose a risk to bathers’ health;

(c) assess the potential for cyanobacterial proliferation;

(d) assess the potential for the proliferation of macro-algae or phytoplankton; and

(e) identify the location of the monitoring point.

(2) The information in sub-paragraph (1)(a) and (b) must be detailed on a map whenever practicable.

Review

2.—(1) Where a bathing water is classified as “poor”, “sufficient” or “good” under regulation 11, the Agency must review, and if necessary update, the bathing water profile—

(a) taking into account the nature and severity of the pollution which affects the bathing water; and

(b) at the following minimum frequency—

(i) “poor” classification, every two years;

(ii) “sufficient” classification, every three years; and

(iii) “good” classification, every four years.

(2) Where there are significant construction works or infrastructure changes in or around a bathing water, the Agency must review the bathing water profile before the start of the next bathing season.