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) The minimum qualifications under division of personnel position classification requirements as a laboratory scientist, a criminalist, or a toxicologist; and
   2. (2) Completion of 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) Performing preventive maintenance on the approved instrument;
   2. (2) Certifying the accuracy and precision of the approved instrument as required in Saf-C 9003.04;
   3. (3) Training and recertify breath test operators and recertifying supervisors; and
   4. (4) Evaluating new breath test instruments, as necessary, following the criteria for approval in accordance with Saf-C 9003.01(b).

Source. #12556, eff 6-21-18