This rule describes and clarifies which information submitted to DEQ under the requirements of OAR 340-090-0100 DEQ must handle as confidential and the procedures for maintaining confidentiality.

1. (1) DEQ must maintain as confidential information collected under OAR 340-090-0100(5) and (6) as it relates to customer lists or names and specific weights and types of materials collected or processed.
2. (2) Upon the provider’s request, DEQ must maintain as confidential information the information specifically relating to customer lists or specific types and amounts of materials marketed for materials collected on-route that a collection service provider voluntarily submits to DEQ under a survey.
3. (3) DEQ must designate a Documents Control Officer for purposes of receiving confidential information and for secure storage and management of such information.
4. (4) DEQ must limit access to information submitted as confidential under OAR 340-090-0100(5) and (6) to employees and representatives of DEQ involved in carrying out the requirements of ORS Chapter 459 and 459A.
5. (5) DEQ may use and disclose the information submitted under OAR 340-090-0100(5) and (6) in aggregate form.

Statutory/Other Authority

ORS 459A.025, 459.045 & 468.020

Statutes/Other Implemented

ORS 459A.010

History

DEQ 31-1992, f. & cert. ef. 12-18-92 (and corrected 1-5-93)