§340B-1 Definitions. As used in this chapter, unless the context otherwise requires: “Association of boards of certification for operating personnel in water and wastewater utilities” means that organization which serves as an information center for certification activities, recommends minimum standards and guidelines for the classification of potable water supply and wastewater systems and facilities and […]
§340B-10 Criminal penalties. Any individual who knowingly makes any false statement, representation, or certification in any application, record, report, plan, or other document filed or required to be maintained under this chapter, or by any rule or regulation adopted under this chapter shall be guilty of a petty misdemeanor. [L 1978, c 169, pt of […]
§340B-11 Powers and duties of the board. To carry out the provisions and purposes of this chapter, the board shall: (1) Perform any and all acts and adopt, amend, or repeal such rules as it finds necessary or appropriate; (2) Enter into agreements, contracts, or cooperative arrangements, under such terms and conditions as deemed appropriate […]
§340B-12 Annual report. Within twelve months from June 2, 1978, and annually thereafter, the board shall submit to the governor, through the director, a report summarizing the actions taken under this chapter, and the effectiveness of such actions and such information and recommendations, including legislative recommendations, as deemed appropriate. [L 1978, c 169, pt of […]
§340B-13 Reciprocity. (a) On or after June 2, 1978, certification of operators by any state which, as determined by the board, accepts certifications made or certification requirements deemed satisfactory pursuant to this chapter, shall be accorded reciprocal treatment and shall be recognized as valid and sufficient within the purview of this chapter, if in the […]
§340B-2 Classification. The board shall classify all wastewater treatment plants. Cesspool and septic tank facilities connected to an individual household shall be exempt from classification. Industrial facilities for treatment of process water from oil refineries and sugar mills shall be exempt from classification provided such waste streams contain no domestic component and further provided that […]
§340B-21 REPEALED. L 1999, c 193, §11.
§340B-3 Certification. (a) Upon board approval the director shall issue certificates entitling qualified individuals to operate wastewater treatment plants. Each certificate shall indicate the class of wastewater treatment plant for which the individual is qualified. (b) The director shall issue a certificate to each applicant who, on June 2, 1978, holds a valid certificate issued […]
§340B-3.5 Wastewater treatment certification board special fund. (a) There is established in the state treasury a special fund to be known as the wastewater treatment certification board special fund. The following moneys collected by the board shall be deposited into the special fund: (1) Registration fees for examinations; (2) Renewal fees; (3) Reciprocity fees; and […]
§340B-4 Board of certification. (a) A state board of certification of nine members shall be appointed by the governor to carry out this chapter. The board shall be placed, for administrative purposes, in the department of health. The board shall consist of the following: (1) Four individuals who shall be employed in a wastewater treatment […]
§340B-5 Association of certification authorities. The board may, when taking action pursuant to sections 340B-2, 340B-3, and 340B-7 of this chapter, consider generally applicable criteria and guidelines developed by the association of boards of certification for operating personnel in water and wastewater utilities. [L 1978, c 169, pt of §2]
§340B-6 Certification requirement. All classified wastewater treatment plants whether publicly or privately owned, used or intended for use by the public or private persons, shall at all times be under the direct supervision of an individual whose competency is certified to by the director in a classification corresponding to the classification of the wastewater treatment […]
§340B-7 Regulations. The board shall adopt such rules and regulations as may be necessary for the administration of this chapter, and which shall include at least the following provisions: (1) The basis for classification of wastewater treatment plants as required by section 340B-2; (2) Criteria for the qualification of applicants for operator certification corresponding to […]
§340B-8 Prohibited acts. It shall be unlawful: (1) For any wastewater treatment plant to be operated unless the operator is duly certified under this chapter; (2) For any individual to perform the duties of an operator without being duly certified under this chapter. [L 1978, c 169, pt of §2]
§340B-9 Injunctions and civil penalty. Any person who violates any provision of this chapter, or any rules, regulations, criterion, procedure, or certificate issued hereunder may, in a legal action commenced by the board: (1) Be enjoined from continuing such violation; and (2) Be subject to a civil penalty of not less than $100 a day […]
