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<regulation prefix="Regulation" num=".05" citation="COMAR 29.05.03.05" title_num="29" subtitle_num="05" chapter_num="03" heading="Evidentiary Tests of Breath for Alcohol: Testing Agencies and Training Programs.">
  <paragraph num="A.">
    <text>Testing Agencies.</text>
    <paragraph num="(1)">
      <text>An agency desiring approval to conduct evidentiary breath tests shall make a written request to the CTAU Supervisor.</text>
    </paragraph>
    <paragraph num="(2)">
      <text>An agency requesting approval to conduct breath tests shall:</text>
      <paragraph num="(a)">
        <text>Offer 24-hour law enforcement service;</text>
      </paragraph>
      <paragraph num="(b)">
        <text>Provide an environmentally controlled area and a phone line exclusively for the breath testing instrument;</text>
      </paragraph>
      <paragraph num="(c)">
        <text>Provide expendable supplies needed for personnel to operate the equipment; and</text>
      </paragraph>
      <paragraph num="(d)">
        <text>Have a minimum of 20 full-time sworn law enforcement officers.</text>
      </paragraph>
    </paragraph>
    <paragraph num="(3)">
      <text>An agency shall have a breath test supervisor who shall administer and coordinate all alcohol testing related activities with CTAU.</text>
    </paragraph>
    <paragraph num="(4)">
      <text>The breath test supervisor shall be a breath test operator.</text>
    </paragraph>
    <paragraph num="(5)">
      <text>An agency’s approval to conduct breath testing may be withdrawn by the Toxicologist or their representative based on:</text>
      <paragraph num="(a)">
        <text>A substantial failure to comply with this chapter; or</text>
      </paragraph>
      <paragraph num="(b)">
        <text>Inadequate State resources.</text>
      </paragraph>
    </paragraph>
  </paragraph>
  <paragraph num="B.">
    <text>Training Programs.</text>
    <paragraph num="(1)">
      <text>Basic Breath Test Operator Certification Course.</text>
      <paragraph num="(a)">
        <text>All basic breath test operator courses shall be:</text>
        <paragraph num="(i)">
          <text>Approved by the Toxicologist; and</text>
        </paragraph>
        <paragraph num="(ii)">
          <text>Taught by approved breath test instructors.</text>
        </paragraph>
      </paragraph>
      <paragraph num="(b)">
        <text>The course shall include a minimum of 35 hours of lecture or laboratory instruction covering:</text>
        <paragraph num="(i)">
          <text>A study of the mathematics of the metric system;</text>
        </paragraph>
        <paragraph num="(ii)">
          <text>A study of the properties, human physiology, and pharmacology of alcohol;</text>
        </paragraph>
        <paragraph num="(iii)">
          <text>A study of the theory, operating principles, and maintenance requirements of the breath test instruments; and</text>
        </paragraph>
        <paragraph num="(iv)">
          <text>A review of relevant Maryland statutes, regulations, and cases affecting enforcement and testing of an individual suspected of driving while impaired or under the influence of alcohol.</text>
        </paragraph>
      </paragraph>
      <paragraph num="(c)">
        <text>A written examination consisting of at least 50 questions shall be given at the conclusion of the course.</text>
      </paragraph>
      <paragraph num="(d)">
        <text>The cumulative passing score on the written examination shall be 90 percent or above.</text>
      </paragraph>
      <paragraph num="(e)">
        <text>The individual shall demonstrate to the instructor satisfactory ability to use the instrument.</text>
      </paragraph>
    </paragraph>
    <paragraph num="(2)">
      <text>Breath Test Operator Certification Renewal Course.</text>
      <paragraph num="(a)">
        <text>A breath test operator certification renewal course shall be:</text>
        <paragraph num="(i)">
          <text>Approved by the Toxicologist; and</text>
        </paragraph>
        <paragraph num="(ii)">
          <text>Taught by approved breath test instructors.</text>
        </paragraph>
      </paragraph>
      <paragraph num="(b)">
        <text>The course shall be comprised of a minimum of 6 hours of instruction, including a review of:</text>
        <paragraph num="(i)">
          <text>Breath testing theory;</text>
        </paragraph>
        <paragraph num="(ii)">
          <text>Methods and procedures; and</text>
        </paragraph>
        <paragraph num="(iii)">
          <text>Current and contemporary issues.</text>
        </paragraph>
      </paragraph>
      <paragraph num="(c)">
        <text>A written examination consisting of at least 25 questions shall be given at the conclusion of the course.</text>
      </paragraph>
      <paragraph num="(d)">
        <text>The passing score on the written examination shall be 80 percent or above.</text>
      </paragraph>
    </paragraph>
    <paragraph num="(3)">
      <text>Breath Test Maintenance Technician Course.</text>
      <paragraph num="(a)">
        <text>The breath test maintenance technician course shall be approved by the Toxicologist.</text>
      </paragraph>
      <paragraph num="(b)">
        <text>This course shall include a minimum of 70 hours of training, covering:</text>
        <paragraph num="(i)">
          <text>A review of breath testing theory, methods, and developments;</text>
        </paragraph>
        <paragraph num="(ii)">
          <text>Operation, takedown, and maintenance of instruments;</text>
        </paragraph>
        <paragraph num="(iii)">
          <text>Gas cylinder replacement; and</text>
        </paragraph>
        <paragraph num="(iv)">
          <text>Simulator takedown, maintenance, and solution changing.</text>
        </paragraph>
      </paragraph>
      <paragraph num="(c)">
        <text>A written or oral exam shall be administered by the CTAU Supervisor before certification.</text>
      </paragraph>
    </paragraph>
    <paragraph num="(4)">
      <text>CTAU shall issue a certificate after the successful completion of any course outlined in §B(1) — (3) of this regulation.</text>
    </paragraph>
  </paragraph>
</regulation>