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NC Rules and Requirements: Certified Inspectors of Subsurface Systems

NC Rules and Requirements: Certified Inspectors of Subsurface Systems. NC Certified Inspector Training School. House Bill 688. Passed on June 29, 2006 Effective January 1, 2008 Onsite wastewater contractors and inspectors must be certified. House Bill 688. Definitions

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NC Rules and Requirements: Certified Inspectors of Subsurface Systems

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  1. NC Rules and Requirements: Certified Inspectors of Subsurface Systems NC Certified Inspector Training School

  2. House Bill 688 • Passed on June 29, 2006 • Effective January 1, 2008 • Onsite wastewater contractors and inspectors must be certified

  3. House Bill 688 • Definitions • Certification requirements • Renewal of certification • Continuing Education • Complaint investigation • Remedies

  4. Definitions "Inspector" means a person who conducts an inspection in accordance with rules adopted by the Board.

  5. Definitions "Inspection" means an examination of an on-site wastewater system permitted under the provisions of Article 11 of Chapter 130A of the General Statutes that satisfies all of the following criteria: a. Is requested by a lending institution, realtor, prospective homebuyer, or other impacted party as a condition of sale, refinancing, or transfer of title. b. Meets the minimum requirements established by the Board.

  6. Inspector certification requirements • At least 18 years of age • Properly completed application to the Board • Submit fees • Complete education program approved by the Board • Pass an examination • More about this later

  7. Certification Renewal • Submit an application for renewal • Meet the continuing education requirements prescribed by the Board • Pay the certification renewal fee • Late fee

  8. Complaints • A person may refer charges of fraud, deceit, negligence, incompetence, or misconduct against any certified contractor or inspector to the Board. • Mail notarized letter: NCOWCICB - P.O. Box 132 Lawsonville, N.C. 27022. www.ncowcicb.info

  9. Remedies • Denial, suspension or revocation of certificate • Arbitration • Injunction

  10. Denial, Suspension, and Revocation of Certification due to: • A violation of a Rule of this Board, • The use of fraud or deceit in obtaining or renewing a certificate, including falsification of information on the Application, • Any gross negligence, incompetence, or misconduct in the construction, installation, repair, or inspection of an onsite wastewater system.

  11. Arbitration or Injunction • Arbitration • Voluntary procedure to address complaints • Injunction • Court proceedings

  12. Class 2 misdemeanor • Engages in or offers to engage in the construction, installation, repair, or inspection of an on‑site wastewater system without the appropriate certificate for the grade level of on‑site wastewater system • Gives false or forged evidence of any kind in obtaining a certificate • Falsely impersonates a certified contractor or inspector

  13. Written or oral examination to demonstrate proficiency in • Principles of public and environmental health associated with onsite wastewater systems • Principles of construction and safety • Technical and practical knowledge • Laws and rules related to inspection of specified systems

  14. Inspector Certification Exam • 3 hours allowed per exam • 50 multiple choice questions • Passing score = 70% of available points • Administered • Minimum 3 times / yr • Minimum of 3 locations in NC

  15. Principles of public and environmental health associated with onsite wastewater systems • Types of Wastewater • Domestic • Homes, schools, restaurants • Industrial • Risk associated with improper wastewater treatment • Disease and toxic effects • Surface and groundwater pollution

  16. Principles of construction and safety • Knowledge of components and systems • Recognize proper construction and installation • Knowledge of safe practices • It is critical to work safely during inspections

  17. Technical and practical knowledge • Wastewater characteristics • Components and systems • Typical systems used in NC • Treatment trains • Proper component function • What constitutes a concern?

  18. Laws and Rules Related to System Inspection • G.S. 90A Article 5 • 21 NCAC 39 • Contractor / Inspector Rules • Inspector Standards of Practice • Contractor/Inspector Code of Ethics • 15A NCAC 18A .1900 • Sewage Treatment and Disposal Systems • 15A NCAC 2L • Groundwater Classification and Standards

  19. On-Site Wastewater Rules • 15A NCAC 18A .1900 a.k.a. “On-site Wastewater Rules” • Systems designed to use soil for the subsurface treatment and dispersal of sewage effluent

  20. On-Site Wastewater Rules • Regulatory authority • Commission for Health Services • NC Department of Environment & Natural Resources • Division of Environmental Health • On-Site Water Protection Section (OWPS) • Local Health Departments

  21. On-Site Wastewater Rules • Component and system specification • System classification>>ORC requirements

  22. Manufacturer assistance • Product manufacturers are willing to help • Answer questions • Provide guidance • Inspections of systems that include • Systems with proprietary advanced wastewater treatment components (Rule .1970) • Drip Distribution and Dispersal

  23. Groundwater Rules • Regulatory authority • Commission for Health Services • NC Department of Environment & Natural Resources • Division of Water Quality • Groundwater Section

  24. Groundwater Rules • Monitoring wells • Where required • Construction specifications

  25. “Installer and Inspector” Rules • 15A NCAC ??? North Carolina On‑Site Wastewater Contractors and Inspectors Certification Board (NCOWCIC) Rules • Requirements for and responsibilities of system contractors and inspectors • UNDER DEVELOPMENT

  26. “Installer and Inspector” Rules • Additional detail on • Certification renewal requirements • Inspector responsibilities: inspection protocol • Continuing education • Disciplinary powers & procedures

  27. Enforcement • Consequences • Notice of violation - via the NCOWCICB • Injunctive relief - via a court order • Criminal penalties - via a court ruling

  28. Disciplinary Actions • Possible outcomes • No action • Reprimand • Suspension • Revocation • Appeal process • Request for recertification

  29. Disciplinary Actions • Civil and criminal penalties

  30. Protect Your Certificate(s)! • Be familiar with rules • Keep accurate records • Document everything – CYA! • Seek assistance when needed

  31. Questions?

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