Current through Register Vol. XLI, No. 24, June 14, 2024
Section 64-4-8 - Experience Requirements8.1. The experience requirements for each classification are listed in Table 64-4A of this rule.8.2. Only experience obtained as a valid certified water operator may count towards the experience required by this rule.8.3. Experience as an operator, unless substituted pursuant to subdivision 8.6.1. of this rule, should be predominantly "hands-on" or necessary skills, knowledge, ability, and judgment acquired from daily operating experience rather than from text book study or supervisory observation. It means the individual has actually operated a water treatment plant or worked in the distribution system and has performed tasks including, but not limited to, routine tests, sample collection, completion of operational reports, and calculations of chemical dosages and subsequent adjustment of chemical feeders or backwashed filters.8.4. Experience obtained exclusively in distribution, maintenance, and other non-operational or treatment duties may not count for more than 600 hours of the total experience required for Class I through IV certification.8.5. Class II applicants at Class I systems may obtain 2,000 hours experience at a Class I PWS and successfully complete a Commissioner-approved course instead of obtaining 2,000 hours at a Class II or higher PWS.8.6. An applicant may substitute the experience requirements as set forth in this rule with education and training as specified in subdivisions 8.6.1. and 8.6.2. of this rule: 8.6.1. Class II, III, and IV applicants may substitute up to half of the required experience with additional education upon written request to the Commissioner.8.6.2. An applicant may not use education used as a substitute for experience requirements to satisfy education requirements.