65-4502. Powers and duties of the secretary; establishment of certification program.

65-4502

Chapter 65.--PUBLIC HEALTH Article 45.--CERTIFICATION OF OPERATORS OF WATER SUPPLY SYSTEMS AND WASTEWATER TREATMENT FACILITIES

      65-4502.   Powers and duties of the secretary; establishment ofcertification program.In addition to other powers and duties the secretary shall: (a)Establish and carry out the certification program;

      (b)   Recommend classification of water supply systems and wastewatertreatment facilities;

      (c)   Examine the qualifications of applicants for certification;

      (d)   Collect and deposit fees;

      (e)   Maintain records of operator qualifications and certification, andmaintain a register of certified operators;

      (f)   Maintain records of the classification of water supply systems andwastewater treatment facilities; and

      (g)   Promote regular training schools, short courses and programs,approve correspondence courses, and recommend, where classroom instructionis required, minimum attendance standards to validate certificates.

      History:   L. 1975, ch. 510, § 2; July 1.