Section 20.17 - Department Examinations and Investigations; Fines(1) The Department may conduct announced or unannounced examinations and investigations into a Steam Distribution Company's safety performance, including compliance with 220 CMR 20.00. These may include entry into the offices and other property of the Steam Distribution Company during normal business hours.(2) If after examination or investigation, the Department has reason to believe that a Steam Distribution Company has failed to comply with M.G.L. c. 164B or 220 CMR 20.00, the Department may commence an enforcement proceeding against the company, conducted pursuant to 220 CMR 69.00: Procedures for Determination and Enforcement of Violations of Safety Codes Pertaining to Pipeline Facilities, Transportation of Natural Gas, Liquefied Natural Gas Facilities, and Steam Distribution Facilities, and may levy fines against the company.(3) The determination of the amount and appropriateness of a civil penalty shall be made pursuant to M.G.L. c. 164, § 105A.Amended by Mass Register Issue 1468, eff. 4/29/2022.Amended by Mass Register Issue 1470, eff. 4/29/2022.