- A. All Class 10 departments shall have three years from the date of certification as a fire department or from the effective date of this rule (whichever is longer) to achieve Class 9 or better.
- B. Class 10 departments may submit a written request to the fire marshal for extension if Class 9 has not been obtained. The request shall identify why Class 9 has not been achieved and include a comprehensive plan that details how these deficiencies shall be corrected.
- C. Departments that fail to achieve a Class 9 or better within three years, and that do not receive an extension, shall be inspected to determine their operational/functional status. Departments determined to be non-operational by the fire marshal shall be subject to closure in accordance with Section 59A-53-14 NMSA 1978.
[10.25.10.12 NMAC – Rp, 10.25.10.12 NMAC, 7-15-13]