Section 37-1-7201-02000-102The major functions of the Field Operations Branch of the Materials Division include but are not limited to the following:
1. Sample and inspect sources of pretested materials, and issue reports for pretested materials to be used for work completed under the supervision of the Mississippi Department of Transportation.2. Develop material specifications as needed for various materials to be used on Department projects; and maintain these specifications by conducting periodical reviews.3. Maintain the Department's Approved Products List. This list includes both materials subject to specifications and products that are approved via the Product Evaluation Committee.4. Coordinate administrative duties related to the Product Evaluation Committee as designated by the State Materials Engineer.5. Accept or reject certified or tested materials in accordance with Department project contract document requirements.6. Review Project Engineer certification of materials, and assist the Project Engineer in obtaining the necessary test documents for material pay items listed on an applicable project.7. Prepare appropriate material clearance information for the State Material Engineer to issue a project certification of material document.8. Maintain records of inspection, testing, and certification for materials supplied to Department Projects.37 Miss. Code. R. § 1-7201-02000-102