68-131-201 - Part definitions.

68-131-201. Part definitions.

As used in this part, unless the context otherwise requires:

     (1)  “Compensation” shall not be construed to include the reimbursement of the actual expenses, exclusive of salaries, of any person rendering emergency care, assistance or advice;

     (2)  “Hazardous materials” includes:

          (A)  Materials designated as hazardous by any governmental agency; or

          (B)  Materials where the fire or explosion of or spillage, seepage or other discharge or release or possibility thereof creates a hazard to person, property or the environment; and

     (3)  “Person” includes any individual, partnership, corporation, association or other entity.

[Acts 1982, ch. 793, § 1; T.C.A., §§ 53-3751, 68-27-201.]