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§ 12–402

Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.

Md. Code Ann., Envir. § 12-402 (2026)
Title 12. Waterworks and Waste Systems Operators
Subtitle 4. Miscellaneous Provisions

§ 12–402Copy Citation

(a)
Except as provided in subsection (b) of this section, each waterworks, wastewater works, and industrial wastewater works shall be under the supervision of a superintendent who is certified in the appropriate classification.
(b)
A waterworks, a wastewater works, and an industrial wastewater works may have a certified operator serve in responsible charge instead of a certified superintendent if approved by the Department and if the facility:
(1)
Serves fewer than 500 persons;
(2)
Has minimal treatment requirements as determined by the Department; and
(3)
Employs no more than two operators.
(c)
The Department shall enforce this section.