Md. Code Regs. 26.05.02.04

Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 20, October 4, 2024

Section 26.05.02.04 - Examination

A. The Board shall notify the applicant of the applicant's eligibility to take an examination at least 30 days before the next scheduled examination.

B. An eligible applicant shall sit for the written examination on the date on which the examination is scheduled, unless the applicant has:

(1) Received the prior approval of the Board to postpone examination of the applicant until a future specified exam date;

(2) Received the prior approval of the Board to be tested orally in whole or in part upon a showing of the existence of exceptional circumstances, for example, the applicant suffers from dyslexia or other reading disability; or

(3) Satisfied the requirements for licensure by reciprocity as set forth in Regulation .09 of this chapter.

C. Frequency.

(1) The Board shall offer a written examination at least three times a year.

(2) The times and places within the State for the written examination shall be announced by the Board.

D. Location. The written examination shall be given in a convenient location and shall be administered and proctored by a representative of the Board.

E. Purpose. Examinations shall test an applicant's technical knowledge and the applicant's knowledge of applicable Maryland laws and regulations concerning the construction of wells or the installation of well system equipment, or both.

F. Passing Score. An individual shall attain a score of at least 70 percent to pass the Board's examination.

G. Notification.

(1) The Board, within 45 days after the examination, shall inform the applicant in writing as to whether the applicant has passed the examination.

(2) Within 90 days of receipt of the notification in §G(1), of this regulation, any applicant who has passed the examination shall satisfy all remaining licensure requirements as set forth in COMAR 26.05.01.03.

H. Reexamination.

(1) Except as provided in §H(2), of this regulation, an individual who fails the examination or fails to appear for two consecutive examinations may reapply for examination by paying the application fee.

(2) An individual who fails any Board examination two consecutive times may be required to satisfy any of the following requirements before reexamination:

(a) Appear in person before the Board; or

(b) Obtain additional training.

Md. Code Regs. 26.05.02.04