The following words and terms, when used in this subchapter, shall have the following meanings, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise.

1. (1) Alter--To change an on-site sewage facility (OSSF) resulting in:

   1. (A) an increase in the volume of permitted flow;
   2. (B) a change in the nature of permitted influent;
   3. (C) a change from the planning materials approved by the permitting authority;
   4. (D) a change in construction; or
   5. (E) an increase, lengthening, or expansion of the treatment or disposal system.
2. (2) Apprentice--An individual who has been properly registered with the executive director according to this chapter, and is undertaking a training program under the direct supervision of a licensed installer.
3. (3) Authorized agent--A local governmental entity that has been delegated the authority by the executive director to implement and enforce the rules adopted under Texas Health and Safety Code, Chapter 366.
4. (4) Construct--To engage in any activity related to the installation, alteration, extension, or repair of an OSSF, including all activities from disturbing the soils through connecting the system to the building or property served by the OSSF. Activities relating to a site evaluation are not considered construction.
5. (5) Designated representative--An individual who holds a valid license issued by the executive director according to this chapter, and who is designated by the authorized agent to review permit applications, site evaluations, or planning materials, or conduct inspections on OSSFs.
6. (6) Extend--To alter an OSSF resulting in an increase in capacity, lengthening, or expansion of the existing treatment or disposal system.
7. (7) Install--To put in place or construct any portion of an OSSF.
8. (8) Installer--An individual who is compensated by another to construct an OSSF.
9. (9) Repair--To replace any components of an OSSF in situations not included under emergency repairs according to §285.35 of this title (relating to Emergency Repairs), excluding maintenance. The replacement of tanks or drainfields is considered a repair and requires a permit for the entire OSSF system.
10. (10) Site evaluator--An individual who holds a valid license issued by the executive director according to this chapter and who conducts preconstruction site evaluations, including visiting a site and performing soil analysis, a site survey, or other activities necessary to determine the suitability of a site for an OSSF. A professional engineer may perform site evaluations without obtaining a site evaluator license.

Source Note:The provisions of this §30.237 adopted to be effective December 17, 2001, 26 TexReg 10330.