1. (a) Pursuant to RSA 265-A:5, the commissioner shall designate a forensic breath testing supervisor as competent and qualified to conduct such breath tests.

2. (b) To be considered for designation as a forensic breath testing supervisor, an applicant shall meet the following requirements:

   1. (1) A forensic breath testing supervisor shall meet the minimum qualifications under division of personnel position classification requirements as a laboratory scientist, a criminalist, or a toxicologist; and
   2. (2) Complete the manufacturer’s equipment maintenance course for the approved instrument.

3. (c) Upon designation by the commissioner, the forensic breath testing supervisor shall perform the following duties:

   1. (1) Perform preventive maintenance on the approved instrument;
   2. (2) Certify the accuracy and precision of the approved instrument as required in Saf-C 7103.04;
   3. (3) Train and recertify breath test operators and recertifying supervisors; and
   4. (4) Evaluate new breath test instruments, as necessary, following the criteria for approval in accordance with Saf-C 7103.01(b).

Source. #12064, INTERIM, eff 1-1-17, EXPIRES: 6-30-17; ss by #12216, eff 6-30-17