This UFC provides general technical guidance for operating and maintaining potable water systems that are fit for human consumption (FFHC), at fixed military installations. Since no two installations are exactly alike, this UFC is supplemental to site–specific operations and maintenance (O&M) manuals provided for each installation. An example of a user-friendly O&M manual template can be found on the State of Colorado's website.

This Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC) provides requirements for typical storage, distribution systems for domestic water, fire protection and non-potable water for the Department of Defense (DoD). These minimum technical requirements are based on UFC 1-200-01. Where other statutory or regulatory requirements are referenced in the contract, the more stringent requirement must be met.