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38 ME Rev Stat § 1255 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 38: WATERS AND NAVIGATION|Chapter 12: SEWER DISTRICTS|38 §1255. Mutual funds (REPEALED)

 §1255. Mutual funds (REPEALED)SECTION HISTORY PL 1993, c. 651, §8 (NEW). PL 2013, c. 555, §7 (RP).
38 ME Rev Stat § 1256 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 38: WATERS AND NAVIGATION|Chapter 12: SEWER DISTRICTS|38 §1256. Sewer districts; authority to increase debt limits (REPEALED)

 §1256. Sewer districts; authority to increase debt limits (REPEALED)SECTION HISTORY PL 2005, c. 192, §3 (NEW). PL 2013, c. 555, §7 (RP).
38 ME Rev Stat § 1257 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 38: WATERS AND NAVIGATION|Chapter 12: SEWER DISTRICTS|38 §1257. Waiver of sewer district lien foreclosure (REPEALED)

 §1257. Waiver of sewer district lien foreclosure (REPEALED)SECTION HISTORY PL 2009, c. 490, §3 (NEW). PL 2013, c. 555, §7 (RP).
38 ME Rev Stat § 1258 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 38: WATERS AND NAVIGATION|Chapter 12: SEWER DISTRICTS|38 §1258. Qualified sewer districts; collection of unpaid rates (REPEALED)

 §1258. Qualified sewer districts; collection of unpaid rates (REPEALED)SECTION HISTORY PL 2011, c. 26, §1 (NEW). PL 2013, c. 555, §7 (RP).
38 ME Rev Stat § 1271 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 38: WATERS AND NAVIGATION|Chapter 12-A: ASBESTOS|38 §1271. Findings and purpose

 §1271. Findings and purpose The Legislature finds that the presence of friable and potentially friable asbestos in public and private buildings is a public health hazard; that State Government and local government agencies are conducting major abatement programs; that it is critical to the safe conduct of all asbestos abatement activities such as monitoring, design, analysis, training, identification, encapsulation, removal, handling and disposal activities that trained and qualified personnel from the public and private sectors be employed; and that work practice standards for asbestos abatement activities must be established and enforced to ensure protection of the public health.   [PL 1993, c. 355, §25 (AMD).]The purpose of this chapter is to provide a flexible means by which the State, acting through the Department of Environmental Protection, may ensure that those engaged in the management and abatement of friable asbestos-containing materials are properly trained, supervised and directed to protect the public health.   [PL 1991, c. 473, §1 (AMD).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1987, c. 448, §§1-C (NEW). PL 1991, c. 473, §1 (AMD). PL 1993, c. 355, §25 (AMD).
38 ME Rev Stat § 1273 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 38: WATERS AND NAVIGATION|Chapter 12-A: ASBESTOS|38 §1273. Prohibitions

 §1273. Prohibitions Unless otherwise provided in this section:   [PL 1987, c. 448, §1-C (NEW).]1.  License or certificate required.  No person or owner or operator may engage in any asbestos abatement activities in the State, unless licensed or certified pursuant to this chapter; and   [PL 1993, c. 355, §39 (AMD).] 2.  Notification required.  A person, owner or operator may not engage in any asbestos abatement activity over 3 linear feet or 3 square feet of asbestos-containing material unless that person, owner or operator notifies the commissioner in writing. This notification must be postmarked at least 10 calendar days before or delivered to the department at least 5 working days prior to beginning any on-site work, including on-site preparation work. The department may approve a reduction in the number of days required for notification on a case-by-case basis when unforeseeable circumstances or compliance with standard notification procedures may cause a threat to the environment or human health.   [PL 2009, c. 374, §4 (AMD).] 3.  In-house abatement units.   [PL 1989, c. 325, §4 (RP).] 4.  Exemption.  Asbestos abatement activities related to disposal undertaken at licensed asbestos disposal sites are exempt from the requirements of this section.   [PL 2005, c. 52, §1 (AMD).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1987, c. 448, §§1-C (NEW). PL 1989, c. 325, §§4,5 (AMD). PL 1991, c. 473, §§11,12 (AMD). PL 1993, c. 355, §39 (AMD). PL 1993, c. 355, §40 (AMD). PL 2001, c. 626, §17 (AMD). PL 2005, c. 52, §1 (AMD). PL 2009, c. 374, §4 (AMD).
38 ME Rev Stat § 1274 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 38: WATERS AND NAVIGATION|Chapter 12-A: ASBESTOS|38 §1274. Licensing and certification (REPEALED)

 §1274. Licensing and certification (REPEALED)SECTION HISTORY PL 1987, c. 448, §§1-C (NEW). PL 1989, c. 325, §6 (AMD). PL 1989, c. 630, §5 (AMD). PL 1989, c. 890, §§A40,B219 (AMD). PL 1991, c. 473, §13 (RP).
38 ME Rev Stat § 1274-A (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 38: WATERS AND NAVIGATION|Chapter 12-A: ASBESTOS|38 §1274-A. Certification and licensing requirements

 §1274-A. Certification and licensing requirements The board may adopt and amend rules necessary to govern the licensing of business or public entities including but not limited to asbestos abatement contractors, in-house asbestos abatement units, asbestos consultants, asbestos analytical laboratory and training providers; and the certification of asbestos professionals undertaking asbestos abatement activities.   [PL 1993, c. 355, §41 (AMD).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1991, c. 473, §14 (NEW). PL 1993, c. 355, §41 (AMD).
38 ME Rev Stat § 1275 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 38: WATERS AND NAVIGATION|Chapter 12-A: ASBESTOS|38 §1275. Approval of training courses

 §1275. Approval of training courses The board, after consultation with the Commissioner of Administrative and Financial Services and the Commissioner of Labor, shall develop rules establishing criteria and procedures for the approval of training courses and examinations that ensure the qualifications of applicants for certification as required in this chapter. The board shall adopt these rules in accordance with Title 5, chapter 375, subchapter II.   [PL 1993, c. 355, §42 (AMD).]1.  Course requirements.  To qualify for approval, a training course must contain a combination of class instruction, practical application and public health procedures of a length and content that to the satisfaction of the commissioner must ensure adequate training for the level and type of responsibility for each named certification category.   [PL 1993, c. 355, §42 (AMD).] 2.  Instructors.  All courses certified under this section must be conducted by instructors whose training and experience is determined by the commissioner to be appropriate for the subject matter being taught and the level of certification category for which the course is designed. All courses must be designed and conducted under the guidance of an asbestos abatement design consultant.   [PL 1993, c. 355, §42 (AMD).] 3.  Transition.  Training courses conducted by, and instructors employed by, a firm with in-house asbestos abatement units contracting for asbestos removal with the Federal Government are considered certified under this section pending review for certification if the firm has submitted to the commissioner by March 1, 1990, a training course that meets training requirements set forth in this chapter.   [PL 1991, c. 473, §15 (AMD).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1987, c. 448, §§1-C (NEW). PL 1989, c. 630, §§6,7 (AMD). PL 1991, c. 473, §15 (AMD). PL 1993, c. 355, §42 (AMD).
38 ME Rev Stat § 1276 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 38: WATERS AND NAVIGATION|Chapter 12-A: ASBESTOS|38 §1276. Reciprocity agreement

 §1276. Reciprocity agreement The commissioner may develop reciprocity agreements with other states when the states have established licensing and certification requirements that are at least as stringent as those set forth in this chapter.   [PL 1987, c. 448, §1-C (NEW).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1987, c. 448, §§1-C (NEW).
38 ME Rev Stat § 1277 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 38: WATERS AND NAVIGATION|Chapter 12-A: ASBESTOS|38 §1277. Support services

 §1277. Support services The Department of Administrative and Financial Services shall provide supporting services to the commissioner for the implementation of this chapter, including:   [PL 2007, c. 466, Pt. A, §71 (AMD).]1.  Training records.  Maintenance of training records for employees of public and private entities intending to undertake asbestos abatement activities in the State;   [PL 1987, c. 448, §1-C (NEW).] 2.  Evaluation of applications.  Assistance in the evaluation of applications for licensing or certification for compliance with this chapter and subsequent rules, upon request of the commissioner; and   [PL 1991, c. 473, §16 (AMD).] 3.  Evaluation of training programs.  Evaluation, development and management of training programs which are appropriate for applicants attempting to comply with the provisions of this chapter and subsequent rules.   [PL 1991, c. 473, §16 (AMD).] 4.  Maintenance of project records.   [PL 1991, c. 473, §17 (RP).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1987, c. 448, §§1-C (NEW). PL 1989, c. 890, §§A40,B220 (AMD). PL 1991, c. 473, §§16,17 (AMD). PL 2007, c. 466, Pt. A, §71 (AMD).
38 ME Rev Stat § 1278 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 38: WATERS AND NAVIGATION|Chapter 12-A: ASBESTOS|38 §1278. Fees

 §1278. Fees 1.  Fees established.   [PL 2009, c. 374, §5 (RP).] 1-A.  License and certification fees.  Fees for each license and certification category are established under section 352. The fees must be paid upon application and annually thereafter.   [PL 2009, c. 374, §6 (NEW).] 2.  Notification fees.  Notification of asbestos abatement activities pursuant to section 1273, subsection 2 must be accompanied by the notification fee established under section 352 unless the activity occurs in single-unit residential buildings. Notification fees are based on the total linear or square feet of asbestos-containing material involved in the activity.   A. [PL 2009, c. 374, §7 (RP).] [PL 2009, c. 374, §7 (AMD).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1987, c. 448, §§1-C (NEW). PL 1989, c. 630, §§8,9 (AMD). PL 1991, c. 473, §18 (AMD). PL 1993, c. 355, §§43,44 (AMD). PL 2009, c. 374, §§5-7 (AMD).
38 ME Rev Stat § 1279 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 38: WATERS AND NAVIGATION|Chapter 12-A: ASBESTOS|38 §1279. Renewal

 §1279. Renewal Each license or certificate issued under this chapter expires one year after the date of issue. Licensees or certificate holders may apply to the commissioner for the renewal of a license or certificate. No renewal may be granted if the application is received more than 2 years following expiration of the previously issued license or certificate.   [PL 1989, c. 890, Pt. A, §40 (AFF); PL 1989, c. 890, Pt. B, §221 (AMD).]To qualify for renewal of a license or certificate, the applicant shall submit:   [PL 1987, c. 448, §1-C (NEW).]1.  Fee.  The appropriate fee as prescribed in section 1278;   [PL 1987, c. 448, §1-C (NEW).] 2.  Training.  Evidence of completion of any continuing education or training that may be required by rules promulgated by the board; and   [PL 1989, c. 890, Pt. A, §40 (AFF); PL 1989, c. 890, Pt. B, §222 (AMD).] 3.  Disclosure.  A signed statement disclosing any violations of asbestos abatement standards for which the applicant may have been cited by a regulatory agency of the Federal Government or the State. If no citations were received during the previous year, that fact shall be stated. The disclosure shall include evidence that all penalties and fees assessed to the applicant are paid in full.   [PL 1987, c. 448, §1-C (NEW).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1987, c. 448, §§1-C (NEW). PL 1989, c. 890, §§A40,B221, 222 (AMD).
38 ME Rev Stat § 1281 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 38: WATERS AND NAVIGATION|Chapter 12-A: ASBESTOS|38 §1281. Emergency provisions

 §1281. Emergency provisions In an emergency that results from a sudden, unexpected event that is not a planned asbestos abatement project, including the emergency repair, installation, removal or servicing of heating equipment in single-unit residential buildings by persons licensed by the Maine Fuel Board under Title 32, chapter 139, the commissioner may waive the requirements for a license or certificate under this chapter. For the purposes of this section, emergency includes a sudden unexpected event that, if not immediately attended to, presents a safety or health hazard; operations necessitated by nonroutine failures of equipment or to protect equipment from damage; and actions of fire and emergency medical personnel pursuant to duties within their official capacities. Any person who performs an asbestos abatement activity, which activity would normally require notification pursuant to section 1273, subsection 2, under emergency conditions, shall notify the commissioner by phone within one working day and in writing within 3 days after performance of that activity.   [PL 2009, c. 344, Pt. D, §13 (AMD); PL 2009, c. 344, Pt. E, §2 (AFF).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1987, c. 448, §§1-C (NEW). PL 2005, c. 52, §2 (AMD). PL 2009, c. 344, Pt. D, §13 (AMD). PL 2009, c. 344, Pt. E, §2 (AFF).
38 ME Rev Stat § 1282 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 38: WATERS AND NAVIGATION|Chapter 12-A: ASBESTOS|38 §1282. Standards of conduct

 §1282. Standards of conduct The Board of Environmental Protection shall promulgate rules which establish standards of acceptable professional conduct for licensees and certificate holders engaged in asbestos abatement activities, as well as specific acts and omissions that constitute grounds for the reprimand of any licensee or certificate holder, the suspension or revocation of a license or certificate or the denial of the renewal of a license or certificate.   [PL 1987, c. 448, §1-C (NEW).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1987, c. 448, §§1-C (NEW).
38 ME Rev Stat § 1283 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 38: WATERS AND NAVIGATION|Chapter 12-A: ASBESTOS|38 §1283. Interim procedures

 §1283. Interim procedures In developing a program to implement this chapter, the commissioner shall provide for interim licensing and certification procedures to ensure a transition period of not less than 180 days before the application of the requirements established in this chapter.   [PL 1987, c. 448, §1-C (NEW).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1987, c. 448, §§1-C (NEW).
38 ME Rev Stat § 1284 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 38: WATERS AND NAVIGATION|Chapter 12-A: ASBESTOS|38 §1284. Assistance from other departments

 §1284. Assistance from other departments The Commissioner of Administration, the Commissioner of Labor and the Commissioner of Health and Human Services shall assist the Commissioner of Environmental Protection in the enforcement of the licensing and certification requirements of this chapter.   [PL 1987, c. 448, §1-C (NEW); PL 2003, c. 689, Pt. B, §7 (REV).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1987, c. 448, §§1-C (NEW). PL 2003, c. 689, §B7 (REV).
38 ME Rev Stat § 1292 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 38: WATERS AND NAVIGATION|Chapter 12-B: LEAD ABATEMENT|38 §1292. Prohibitions

 §1292. Prohibitions 1.  License or certificate required for residential lead-based paint activities.  A person may not engage in any residential lead-based paint activities in the State unless licensed or certified pursuant to this chapter.   [PL 1997, c. 375, §14 (NEW).] 2.  License or certificate required for lead-based paint activities in public buildings, commercial buildings and superstructures.  After the effective date of rules adopted by the department pursuant to section 1295 for licensing and certification to conduct lead-based paint activities in public buildings, commercial buildings and superstructures, a person may not engage in any lead-based paint activities in the State unless licensed or certified pursuant to this chapter.   [PL 1997, c. 375, §14 (NEW).] 3.  Notification required.  A person may not engage in any residential lead abatement activity unless that person notifies the commissioner in writing at least 5 working days before beginning any on-site work, including on-site preparation work, that has the potential to create lead dust. After the effective date of rules adopted by the department pursuant to section 1295 for notification of lead abatement activities in public buildings, commercial buildings and superstructures, a person may not engage in those lead abatement activities unless the person notifies the commissioner in writing at least 5 working days before beginning any on-site work, including on-site preparation work, that has the potential to create lead dust.   [PL 1997, c. 375, §14 (NEW).] 4.  Work practices.  All residential lead-based paint activities must be conducted in accordance with work practice standards adopted by rule pursuant to this chapter. After the effective date of rules adopted by the department pursuant to section 1295 for work practices pertaining to lead-based paint activities in public buildings, commercial buildings and superstructures, those lead-based paint activities must be conducted in accordance with the applicable work practice standards adopted by rule.   [PL 1997, c. 375, §14 (NEW).] 5.  Exemption.  A person who is 18 years of age or older need not obtain licensing and certification to perform lead abatement activities within a residential dwelling unit that the person owns and personally occupies, as long as a child residing in the dwelling unit has not been identified as lead-poisoned. A person 18 years of age or older who owns and personally occupies a dwelling unit in which a resident child has been identified as lead-poisoned need not obtain licensing and certification to perform abatement activities within that dwelling unit, as long as the person completes any training required by the Department of Health and Human Services.   [PL 1997, c. 624, §14 (AMD); PL 2003, c. 689, Pt. B, §6 (REV).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1997, c. 375, §14 (NEW). PL 1997, c. 624, §14 (AMD). PL 2003, c. 689, §B6 (REV).
38 ME Rev Stat § 1293 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 38: WATERS AND NAVIGATION|Chapter 12-B: LEAD ABATEMENT|38 §1293. Certification, licensing and accreditation requirements

 §1293. Certification, licensing and accreditation requirements 1.  Certification and licensing.  The board shall adopt and amend rules necessary to govern the licensing of business or public entities, including, but not limited to, lead abatement contractors and in-house lead abatement units, the accreditation of lead training providers and the certification of lead abatement professionals.   [PL 1997, c. 375, §14 (NEW).] 2.  Approval of training courses.  The board shall adopt and amend rules establishing criteria and procedures for the approval of training courses and examinations that ensure the qualifications of applicants for certification as required in this chapter. These rules are routine, technical rules in accordance with Title 5, chapter 375, subchapter II-A. To ensure a smooth transition period before the adoption of accreditation rules in conformance with the requirements of this chapter, the commissioner shall provide for interim accreditation of training providers by establishing procedures in accordance with 40 Code of Federal Regulations, Part 745, Subpart L, Section 745.228.   To qualify for approval, a training course must contain a combination of class instruction, practical application and public health procedures of a length and content that ensure adequate training for the level and type of responsibility for each named certification category.   Courses certified under this section must be conducted by instructors whose training and experience are determined by the commissioner to be appropriate for the subject matter being taught and the level of certification category for which the course is designed. Courses must be designed and conducted under the guidance of a training manager.   [PL 1997, c. 375, §14 (NEW).] 3.  Renewal.  A license or certificate issued under this chapter expires one year after the date of issue. A licensee or certificate holder may apply to the commissioner for the renewal of a license or certificate. A renewal may not be granted if the application is received more than 2 years following expiration of the previously issued license or certificate.   To qualify for renewal of a license or certificate, the applicant must submit:   A. The appropriate fees as prescribed by rule pursuant to section 1295;   [PL 1997, c. 375, §14 (NEW).]B. Evidence of completion of any continuing education or training that may be required by rules adopted by the board; and   [PL 1997, c. 375, §14 (NEW).]C. A signed statement disclosing any violations of lead abatement standards for which the applicant may have been cited by a regulatory agency of the Federal Government or the State. If no citations were received during the previous year, that fact must be stated. The disclosure must include evidence that all penalties and fees assessed to the applicant are paid in full.   [PL 1997, c. 375, §14 (NEW).][PL 1997, c. 375, §14 (NEW).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1997, c. 375, §14 (NEW).
38 ME Rev Stat § 1294 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 38: WATERS AND NAVIGATION|Chapter 12-B: LEAD ABATEMENT|38 §1294. Reciprocity agreement

 §1294. Reciprocity agreement The commissioner may develop reciprocity agreements with other states and with federally recognized tribes when the states and tribes have established licensing and certification and accreditation requirements that are at least as stringent as those set forth in this chapter.   [PL 1997, c. 375, §14 (NEW).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1997, c. 375, §14 (NEW).
38 ME Rev Stat § 1295 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 38: WATERS AND NAVIGATION|Chapter 12-B: LEAD ABATEMENT|38 §1295. Rules

 §1295. Rules The department shall adopt and amend rules to carry out the purposes of this chapter and to ensure that state law relating to lead-based paint activities satisfies minimum requirements of federal law in all respects. In adopting the rules, the department shall consult the regulations of the United States Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration to ensure that the rules minimize duplicative requirements. The rules are routine, technical rules in accordance with Title 5, chapter 375, subchapter II-A and may address, but are not limited to, the following:   [PL 1997, c. 375, §14 (NEW).]1.  Licenses and certification.  Licensing lead abatement contractors and in-house lead abatement units, and certification of lead abatement professionals;   [PL 1997, c. 375, §14 (NEW).] 2.  Training programs.  Accreditation of training providers offering courses for lead abatement professionals and in lead awareness for homeowners and for contractors involved in renovation, remodeling and painting;   [PL 1997, c. 375, §14 (NEW).] 3.  Standards of acceptable work practices.  Criteria and procedures of acceptable work practices for licensees and certificate holders and for persons exempt from licensing and certification requirements;   [PL 1997, c. 375, §14 (NEW).] 4.  Standards of conduct.  Standards of acceptable professional conduct for licensees and certificate holders engaged in lead-based paint activities, as well as specific acts and omissions that constitute grounds for the reprimand of any licensee or certificate holder, the suspension or revocation of a license or certificate or the denial of the renewal of a license or certificate; and   [PL 1997, c. 375, §14 (NEW).] 5.  Fees.  Establishing fees for notifications and annual fees for each license and certification category. The fees must be deposited in the Maine Environmental Protection Fund.   [PL 1997, c. 375, §14 (NEW).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1997, c. 375, §14 (NEW).
38 ME Rev Stat § 1297 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 38: WATERS AND NAVIGATION|Chapter 12-B: LEAD ABATEMENT|38 §1297. Assistance from other departments

 §1297. Assistance from other departments The Commissioner of Administrative and Financial Services, the Commissioner of Labor and the Commissioner of Health and Human Services shall assist the commissioner in the enforcement of the licensing and certification requirements of this chapter.   [PL 1997, c. 375, §14 (NEW); PL 2003, c. 689, Pt. B, §7 (REV).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1997, c. 375, §14 (NEW). PL 2003, c. 689, §B7 (REV).