An application is required for: Certification for microbiology, chemistry, or radiochemistry; or Renewal of certification. An application for water quality laboratory certification shall be submitted to the Department on a form provided by the Department, and shall include, but not be limited to, the following information: Name, address, and valid phone number of the water quality laboratory; Name of the water quality laboratory owner or director; A listing of the tests for which certification is requested; Description of facilities, equipment, and methodology; The name, education, experience, and training of the water quality laboratory supervisor; The name, education, experience, and training of all water quality laboratory analysts; The approximate number of tests by category performed annually by the water quality laboratory; The laboratory’s Quality Assurance Manual; Valid Federal Employer Identification Number (FEIN) as required by Environment Article, §1-203, Annotated Code of Maryland; A copy of the valid and current water quality laboratory certification that has been issued by any other state or by NELAP, as applicable; Proficiency test results for each certified parameter and approved test method; and Fees, if applicable. The laboratory owner, director, or quality assurance officer shall complete fully and sign the application.