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32 ME Rev Stat § 4175 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS|Chapter 62: SEWAGE TREATMENT OPERATORS|32 §4175. Certificates

 §4175. Certificates The department shall issue certificates attesting to the competency of individuals to act as operators or operators in responsible charge. The certificate must indicate the classification level of the wastewater treatment plants for the operation of which the individual is qualified to act as an operator or an operator in responsible charge.   [PL 2021, c. 173, §10 (AMD).]Certificates expire after a term established by the department. The department shall establish the qualifications, conditions and licensing standards and procedures for renewal of certificates.   [PL 2021, c. 173, §10 (AMD).]This chapter may not be construed to affect or prevent the practice of any other legally recognized profession.   [PL 2021, c. 173, §10 (AMD).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1969, c. 237 (NEW). PL 1969, c. 282 (NEW). PL 1969, c. 590, §64 (RP). PL 1971, c. 618, §12 (AMD). PL 1977, c. 694, §635 (AMD). PL 1989, c. 890, Pt. A, §5 (AMD). PL 1989, c. 890, Pt. A, §40 (AFF). PL 1999, c. 547, §§B69,78 (AMD). PL 1999, c. 547, §B80 (AFF). PL 2021, c. 173, §10 (AMD).
32 ME Rev Stat § 4175-A (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS|Chapter 62: SEWAGE TREATMENT OPERATORS|32 §4175-A. Compliance and enforcement

 §4175-A. Compliance and enforcement Notwithstanding Title 5, section 10051, after written notice and opportunity for a hearing pursuant to Title 5, chapter 375, subchapter 4, the department may revoke or suspend the certificate of an operator or operator in responsible charge when it finds that the person has:   [PL 2021, c. 173, §11 (NEW).]1.  Practiced fraud or deception.  Practiced fraud or deception;   [PL 2021, c. 173, §11 (NEW).] 2.  Failed to use reasonable care or judgment or properly apply knowledge.  Failed to use reasonable care or judgment or to apply the requisite knowledge, ability or ethical standards in the performance of the person's required duties;   [PL 2021, c. 173, §11 (NEW).] 3.  Failed to operate in compliance.  Failed to manage or supervise a wastewater treatment plant in a manner that ensures that the wastewater treatment plant is operated in compliance with state law, rules and licenses;   [PL 2021, c. 173, §11 (NEW).] 4.  Violated law, rules, licenses or standards.  Violated state law, rules or licenses or ethical standards as set forth in department rules;   [PL 2021, c. 173, §11 (NEW).] 5.  Lost or did not possess competency.  Lost the competency required for certification or did not possess the competency required at the time of certification; or   [PL 2021, c. 173, §11 (NEW).] 6.  Unable to properly perform.  Demonstrated that the person is unable to properly perform the person's required duties.   [PL 2021, c. 173, §11 (NEW).] An operator or operator in responsible charge whose certificate is revoked under this section may apply for reinstatement of a certification of a like classification if appropriate proof of competency is presented to the department. The department may establish a more stringent proof of competency and procedures for the reinstatement of certification for an operator or operator in responsible charge whose certificate has been revoked.   [PL 2021, c. 173, §11 (NEW).]SECTION HISTORY PL 2021, c. 173, §11 (NEW).
32 ME Rev Stat § 4175-B (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS|Chapter 62: SEWAGE TREATMENT OPERATORS|32 §4175-B. Department contracting

 §4175-B. Department contracting The department may contract for or otherwise employ or retain services to fulfill the department's duties under this chapter, including for the administration of an educational program pursuant to section 4173-A, the provision of examinations pursuant to section 4174 and the issuance of certificates pursuant to section 4175.   [PL 2021, c. 173, §12 (NEW).]SECTION HISTORY PL 2021, c. 173, §12 (NEW).
32 ME Rev Stat § 4176 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS|Chapter 62: SEWAGE TREATMENT OPERATORS|32 §4176. Without examination, other states

 §4176. Without examination, other states The department, upon application therefor, may issue a certificate, without examination, in a comparable classification, to any person who holds a certificate in any state, territory or possession of the United States or any country if the requirements for certification of operators under which the person's certificate was issued do not conflict with this chapter and are of a standard not lower than that specified by rules adopted under this chapter. The issuance of a certificate without examination does not exempt a person from any other requirement of an operator or an operator in responsible charge aside from the examination requirement. A person so certified is subject to disciplinary action under section 4175-A.   [PL 2021, c. 173, §13 (AMD).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1969, c. 237 (NEW). PL 1969, c. 282 (NEW). PL 1969, c. 590, §64 (RP). PL 1971, c. 618, §12 (AMD). PL 1989, c. 890, Pt. A, §6 (AMD). PL 1989, c. 890, Pt. A, §40 (AFF). PL 2021, c. 173, §13 (AMD).
32 ME Rev Stat § 4177 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS|Chapter 62: SEWAGE TREATMENT OPERATORS|32 §4177. Without examination, other owners (REPEALED)

 §4177. Without examination, other owners (REPEALED)SECTION HISTORY PL 1969, c. 237 (NEW). PL 1969, c. 282 (NEW). PL 1969, c. 590, §64 (RP). PL 1973, c. 625, §223 (AMD). PL 2021, c. 173, §14 (RP).
32 ME Rev Stat § 4178 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS|Chapter 62: SEWAGE TREATMENT OPERATORS|32 §4178. Application

 §4178. Application This chapter applies to all operators and operators in responsible charge and any wastewater treatment plant that is used to meet the requirements of a state pollutant discharge elimination system permit or waste discharge license under Title 38, section 413.   [PL 2021, c. 173, §15 (AMD).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1969, c. 237 (NEW). PL 1969, c. 282 (NEW). PL 1969, c. 590, §64 (RP). PL 2021, c. 173, §15 (AMD).
32 ME Rev Stat § 4179 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS|Chapter 62: SEWAGE TREATMENT OPERATORS|32 §4179. Rules

 §4179. Rules The department shall adopt rules to administer this chapter that include, but are not limited to, provisions establishing the basis for classification of wastewater treatment plants in accordance with section 4172 and provisions establishing requirements for examinations, qualifications and ethical standards required of candidates to obtain certification. Rules adopted pursuant to this section are routine technical rules as defined in Title 5, chapter 375, subchapter 2-A.   [PL 2021, c. 173, §16 (AMD).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1969, c. 237 (NEW). PL 1969, c. 282 (NEW). PL 1969, c. 590, §64 (RP). PL 1971, c. 618, §12 (AMD). PL 1977, c. 300, §8 (RPR). PL 1989, c. 890, Pt. A, §7 (AMD). PL 1989, c. 890, Pt. A, §40 (AFF). PL 2017, c. 137, Pt. A, §3 (AMD). PL 2019, c. 315, §2 (AMD). PL 2021, c. 173, §16 (AMD).
32 ME Rev Stat § 4180 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS|Chapter 62: SEWAGE TREATMENT OPERATORS|32 §4180. Fees (REPEALED)

 §4180. Fees (REPEALED)SECTION HISTORY PL 1969, c. 237 (NEW). PL 1969, c. 282 (NEW). PL 1969, c. 590, §64 (RP). PL 1973, c. 712, §4 (RP).
32 ME Rev Stat § 4181 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS|Chapter 62: SEWAGE TREATMENT OPERATORS|32 §4181. Penalty

 §4181. Penalty It is unlawful for any person, firm or corporation, either municipal or private, to operate a wastewater treatment plant unless the competency of the operator or operator in responsible charge is certified to by the department under this chapter. It is unlawful for any person to perform the duties of an operator or operator in responsible charge without being duly certified under this chapter. The department may further grant a waiver for a period not exceeding one year for the operation of a wastewater treatment plant serving not more than 500 services in the event the wastewater treatment plant can demonstrate, to the department's satisfaction, that the certification requirements cannot be met.   [PL 2021, c. 173, §17 (AMD).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1969, c. 237 (NEW). PL 1969, c. 282 (NEW). PL 1969, c. 590, §64 (RP). PL 1971, c. 76 (AMD). PL 1971, c. 618, §12 (AMD). PL 1973, c. 625, §224 (AMD). PL 1989, c. 890, Pt. A, §8 (AMD). PL 1989, c. 890, Pt. A, §40 (AFF). PL 2021, c. 173, §17 (AMD).
32 ME Rev Stat § 4182 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS|Chapter 62: SEWAGE TREATMENT OPERATORS|32 §4182. Violation of law or rules and regulations

 §4182. Violation of law or rules and regulations Any person, firm or corporation, either municipal or private, violating any provision of this chapter or the rules adopted pursuant to this chapter is guilty of a Class E crime and may also be subject to civil enforcement actions under Title 38, section 347-A and civil monetary penalties as established under Title 38, section 349. Each day of operation in violation of this chapter or any rules adopted pursuant to this chapter constitutes a separate offense.   [PL 2021, c. 173, §18 (AMD).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1969, c. 237 (NEW). PL 1969, c. 282 (NEW). PL 1969, c. 590, §64 (RP). PL 2021, c. 173, §18 (AMD).
32 ME Rev Stat § 4311 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS|Chapter 63-A: MICROPIGMENTATION|32 §4311. Definitions

 §4311. Definitions As used in this chapter, unless the context otherwise indicates, the following terms have the following meanings.   [PL 1997, c. 383, §1 (NEW).]1.  Department.  "Department" means the Department of Health and Human Services.   [PL 1997, c. 383, §1 (NEW); PL 2003, c. 689, Pt. B, §6 (REV).] 2.  Micropigmentation.  "Micropigmentation" means placing nontoxic dyes or pigments into or under the skin to form marks for cosmetic or medical purposes. "Micropigmentation" does not include tattooing.   [PL 2021, c. 125, §29 (AMD).] 3.  Micropigmentation facility.  "Micropigmentation facility" means any space where micropigmentation is practiced.   [PL 1997, c. 383, §1 (NEW).] 4.  Micropigmentation practitioner.  "Micropigmentation practitioner" means a person who practices micropigmentation.   [PL 1997, c. 383, §1 (NEW).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1997, c. 383, §1 (NEW). PL 2003, c. 689, §B6 (REV). PL 2021, c. 125, §29 (AMD).
32 ME Rev Stat § 4312 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS|Chapter 63-A: MICROPIGMENTATION|32 §4312. License required

 §4312. License required 1.  Requirement.  A person may not practice micropigmentation, display a sign or otherwise advertise or purport to be a micropigmentation practitioner unless that person holds a valid license issued by the department.   [PL 1997, c. 383, §1 (NEW).] 2.  Term of license.  A license issued under this chapter expires on September 30th and is renewable biennially.   [PL 1997, c. 383, §1 (NEW).] 2-A.  License renewal.  A license under this chapter may be renewed biennially upon payment of the prescribed fee, including late fees, additional inspection fees and fines if assessed and subject to compliance with rules of the department and this chapter. The department shall provide licensees with notice of the need for renewal and necessary forms no less than 30 days prior to the expiration of a license.   [PL 2021, c. 125, §30 (NEW).] 2-B.  Conditional license.  When an applicant for initial licensure or license renewal is found, based upon an inspection by the department, not in compliance with this chapter or rules adopted pursuant to section 4313, the department may refuse issuance of the initial or renewal license, but shall issue a conditional license, except when conditions are found that present a serious danger to the health and safety of the public. Failure by the conditional licensee to meet the conditions specified by the department permits the department to void the conditional license. The applicant may reapply for a biennial license if the conditional license is voided or expires; however, the department may not reissue another conditional license. All conditions must be met in order for an applicant to reapply for and be issued a biennial license.   [PL 2021, c. 125, §31 (NEW).] 3.  Exemption.  This chapter does not apply to a physician or a person acting under the control or supervision of a physician.   [PL 1997, c. 383, §1 (NEW).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1997, c. 383, §1 (NEW). PL 2021, c. 125, §§30, 31 (AMD).
32 ME Rev Stat § 4313 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS|Chapter 63-A: MICROPIGMENTATION|32 §4313. Licensing rules

 §4313. Licensing rules The department shall adopt licensing rules governing the practice of micropigmentation under this chapter. Rules adopted under this chapter are routine technical rules for purposes of Title 5, chapter 375, subchapter II-A. The rules must include the following.   [PL 1997, c. 383, §1 (NEW).]1.  Standards of practice.  The department shall adopt rules that provide standards for the practice of micropigmentation that include at least the following.   A. Instruments used for micropigmentation must be sterilized in a manner specified by the department.   [PL 1997, c. 383, §1 (NEW).]B. Micropigmentation facilities must be equipped with appropriate sterilization equipment, hot and cold running water and a covered waste receptacle.   [PL 1997, c. 383, §1 (NEW).]C. Case history records must be kept for each client.   [PL 1997, c. 383, §1 (NEW).]D. A micropigmentation practitioner must demonstrate safety, sanitation and sterilization procedures and knowledge of infection control.   [PL 1997, c. 383, §1 (NEW).][PL 1997, c. 383, §1 (NEW).] 2.  Education and training.  The department shall adopt rules specifying the education and training standards for the practice of micropigmentation. The rules may require continuing education.   The licensing rules must be adopted by the department by November 1, 1997.   [PL 1997, c. 383, §1 (NEW).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1997, c. 383, §1 (NEW).
32 ME Rev Stat § 4314 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS|Chapter 63-A: MICROPIGMENTATION|32 §4314. Fee

 §4314. Fee The fee for a license under this chapter may not exceed $150. The fee required by this section includes the cost of a biennial inspection of the micropigmentation facility by the department. However, the department may inspect the facility at any time. All fees collected by the department pursuant to this section must be deposited into a special revenue account dedicated to a health inspection program.   [PL 2009, c. 589, §12 (AMD).]1.  Additional inspection fees.  When an additional inspection is required to determine an applicant's eligibility for licensure under this chapter, the department is authorized to charge, in addition to the usual fees under this section for one license, which includes one licensure inspection and one follow-up inspection, an additional fee not to exceed $200 to cover the costs of each additional inspection or visit. The department may impose on the applicant a penalty for the applicant's failure to pay an additional inspection fee within 30 days of the billing date.   [PL 2021, c. 125, §32 (NEW).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1997, c. 383, §1 (NEW). PL 2009, c. 589, §12 (AMD). PL 2021, c. 125, §32 (AMD).
32 ME Rev Stat § 4315 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS|Chapter 63-A: MICROPIGMENTATION|32 §4315. Eligibility

 §4315. Eligibility To be eligible for a license under this chapter a person must:   [PL 1997, c. 383, §1 (NEW).]1.  Age.  Be at least 18 years of age;   [PL 1997, c. 383, §1 (NEW).] 2.  High school diploma.  Have a high school diploma or equivalent education;   [PL 1997, c. 383, §1 (NEW).] 3.  Additional training.  Submit evidence of completion of education or training required by rules of the department under the direct supervision of a licensed micropigmentation practitioner; and   [PL 1997, c. 383, §1 (NEW).] 4.  Compliance.  Demonstrate ability to comply with the rules of the department.   [PL 1997, c. 383, §1 (NEW).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1997, c. 383, §1 (NEW).
32 ME Rev Stat § 4316 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS|Chapter 63-A: MICROPIGMENTATION|32 §4316. Grounds for refusal, suspension or revocation

 §4316. Grounds for refusal, suspension or revocation The department may revoke, suspend or refuse to issue or renew a license under this chapter or place a licensee on probation if:   [PL 2021, c. 125, §33 (AMD).]1.  Conviction.  The applicant or licensee has been convicted of a crime related to the practice of micropigmentation;   [PL 2021, c. 125, §33 (AMD).] 2.  Deception or misrepresentation.  The applicant or licensee has engaged in any deception or misrepresentation to the department or the public in applying for a license or license renewal under this chapter or in the advertising or practice of micropigmentation;   [PL 2021, c. 125, §33 (AMD).] 3.  Negligence; incompetence; endangering the public.  The applicant or licensee has demonstrated negligence, incompetence or danger to the public in the practice of micropigmentation; or   [PL 2021, c. 125, §33 (AMD).] 4.  Violation of rules.  The applicant or licensee has violated any of the rules adopted by the department under this chapter.   [PL 2021, c. 125, §33 (AMD).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1997, c. 383, §1 (NEW). PL 2021, c. 125, §33 (AMD).
32 ME Rev Stat § 4317 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS|Chapter 63-A: MICROPIGMENTATION|32 §4317. Compliance

 §4317. Compliance Beginning January 1, 1998, a person seeking to engage in the business of micropigmentation shall comply with the provisions of this chapter.   [PL 1997, c. 383, §1 (NEW).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1997, c. 383, §1 (NEW).
32 ME Rev Stat § 4318 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS|Chapter 63-A: MICROPIGMENTATION|32 §4318. Penalties

 §4318. Penalties 1.  Penalty.  A person who fails to be licensed as provided by section 4312 or violates the sterilization, sanitation or safety standards adopted by the department under section 4313 commits a civil violation for which a fine of not less than $500 nor more than $1,000 may be adjudged for each violation.   [PL 2013, c. 264, §16 (NEW).] 2.  Enforcement.  A person who fails to pay a penalty imposed pursuant to this chapter:   A. May be referred to the Attorney General for appropriate enforcement action; and   [PL 2013, c. 264, §16 (NEW).]B. In addition to all fines and penalties imposed pursuant to this chapter, is liable for any interest, costs and fees incurred by the department, including attorney's fees.   [PL 2013, c. 264, §16 (NEW).][PL 2013, c. 264, §16 (NEW).] SECTION HISTORY PL 2013, c. 264, §16 (NEW).
32 ME Rev Stat § 4319 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS|Chapter 63-A: MICROPIGMENTATION|32 §4319. Right of entry, inspection and determination of compliance

 §4319. Right of entry, inspection and determination of compliance The department and any duly designated officer or employee of the department have the right, without an administrative inspection warrant, to enter upon and into the premises of any establishment licensed, or a place where a person licensed under this chapter practices, pursuant to this chapter at any reasonable time in order to determine the state of compliance with this chapter and any rules adopted by the department under this chapter. The right of entry and inspection extends to any premises that the department has reason to believe is being operated or maintained without a license or a place where a person licensed under this chapter practices, but no such entry and inspection of any premises or place may be made without the permission of the owner or person in charge unless a search warrant is obtained authorizing entry and inspection. Determination of compliance with this chapter and any rules adopted under this chapter must be made at least once every 2 years by inspection or other method as determined by the department.   [PL 2021, c. 125, §34 (NEW).]SECTION HISTORY PL 2021, c. 125, §34 (NEW).
32 ME Rev Stat § 4321 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS|Chapter 64: BODY PIERCING|32 §4321. Definitions

 §4321. Definitions As used in this chapter, unless the context otherwise indicates, the following terms have the following meanings.   [PL 1997, c. 206, §1 (NEW).]1.  Body piercer.  "Body piercer" means a person who performs body piercing on another.   [PL 1997, c. 206, §1 (NEW).] 2.  Body piercing.  "Body piercing" means the creation of an opening in the body of a human being for the purpose of inserting jewelry or other decoration. This includes, but is not limited to, piercing of an ear, lip, tongue, nose or eyebrow. "Body piercing" does not, for the purpose of this chapter, include piercing an earlobe with a disposable, single-use stud or solid needle that is applied using a mechanical device to force the needle or stud through the earlobe. Piercing in an area other than the earlobe, located at the lower end of the ear, is "body piercing" as defined in this subsection and subject to the licensing requirements of this chapter.   [PL 2007, c. 184, §1 (AMD).] 3.  Body piercing establishment.  "Body piercing establishment" means the premises where a body piercer performs body piercing.   [PL 1997, c. 206, §1 (NEW).] 4.  Department.  "Department" means the Department of Health and Human Services.   [PL 1997, c. 206, §1 (NEW); PL 2003, c. 689, Pt. B, §6 (REV).] 5.  Minor.  "Minor" means an individual under 18 years of age who is not emancipated as defined by Title 15, section 3003, subsection 6.   [PL 1997, c. 206, §1 (NEW).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1997, c. 206, §1 (NEW). PL 2003, c. 689, §B6 (REV). PL 2007, c. 184, §1 (AMD).
32 ME Rev Stat § 4322 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS|Chapter 64: BODY PIERCING|32 §4322. Safety standards

 §4322. Safety standards The department shall establish sterilization, sanitation and safety standards for persons engaged in the business of body piercing. The standards must be directed at establishment and maintenance of sterile conditions and safe disposal of instruments. The standards may be modified as appropriate to protect consumers from transmission of contagious diseases through cross-contamination of instruments and supplies. The standards must be adopted by the department by November 1, 1997.   [PL 1997, c. 206, §1 (NEW).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1997, c. 206, §1 (NEW).
32 ME Rev Stat § 4323 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 32: PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS|Chapter 64: BODY PIERCING|32 §4323. Body piercing of minors

 §4323. Body piercing of minors A body piercer may not perform body piercing on a minor unless the individual obtains the prior written consent of the minor's parent or legal guardian. The prohibition contained in this section does not apply if:   [PL 1997, c. 206, §1 (NEW).]1.  Proper identification.  The body piercer has been furnished with proper identification showing that the individual is 18 years of age or older; and   [PL 1997, c. 206, §1 (NEW).] 2.  Age.  The body piercer reasonably believes such a minor to be 18 years of age or older.   [PL 1997, c. 206, §1 (NEW).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1997, c. 206, §1 (NEW).