A candidate may rely on successfully completing a training course accredited by a governmental agency other than DEQ to satisfy the training and examination requirements of OAR 340-248-0130 and 340-248-0140 if all of the following conditions are met:

1. (1) DEQ determines that the course and examination requirements are equivalent to or exceed the requirements of OAR 340-248-0130 and 340-248-0140 for the level of certification sought or DEQ has a reciprocity agreement with the other jurisdiction.
2. (2) To qualify for a refresher course and certification, an applicant must have completed prior training during the two years preceding the date the applicant applies to DEQ. Applicants must have a current certification from EPA or an equivalent certification from another state when applying under this section.

Statutory/Other Authority

ORS 468 & 468A

Statutes/Other Implemented

ORS 468A.745

History

DEQ 195-2018, amend filed 11/15/2018, effective 11/15/2018
DEQ 155-2018, minor correction filed 04/12/2018, effective 04/12/2018
DEQ 9-2003, f. 5-21-03, cert. ef. 6-21-03
DEQ 1-2002, f. & cert. ef. 2-4-02
DEQ 14-1999, f. & cert. ef. 10-14-99, Renumbered from 340-033-0080
DEQ 15-1995, f. 6-16-95, cert. ef. 7-1-95
DEQ 4-1990, f. & cert. ef. 2-7-90 (and corrected 5-21-90)
DEQ 10-1988, f. & cert ef. 5-19-88 (and corrected 6-3-88)