Code of Maine Rules
10 - DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
144 - DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES - GENERAL
Chapter 232 - WELL DRILLERS AND PUMP INSTALLERS RULES
- Chapter 1 - DEFINITIONS
- Chapter 2 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
- Chapter 3 - CODE OF ETHICS
- Chapter 4 - NEW WATER WELL CONSTRUCTION
- Chapter 5 - OPEN-LOOP GEOEXCHANGE WELLS
- Chapter 6 - CLOSED LOOP GEOEXCHANGE WELLS
- Chapter 7 - ABANDONMENT OF WELLS
- Chapter 8 - REQUIREMENTS OF PUMPS
- Chapter 9 - COMPLAINTS INVESTIGATIONS AND PENALTIES
SUMMARY
This rule describes the examination and license requirements for persons and companies that perform well drilling, pump installation and hydrofraturing. This rule also prescribes a code of conduct for well drillers and pump installers.
BASIS STATEMENT
The Maine Water Well Program was authorized and established by the Maine Legislature to provide the public with the highest quality drinking water possible by ensuring that water wells are drilled, constructed, altered or abandoned in a manner that protects ground water from contamination.
NON-DISCRIMINATION NOTICE
In accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended by the Civil Rights Restoration Act of 1991 ( 42 U.S.C. 1981, 2000d et seq.) Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended ( 29 U.S.C. 794) , the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended ( 42 U.S.C. 6101 et seq.), Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ( 42 U.S.C. 12101 et seq.), and Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Maine Department of Health and Human Services does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, national origin, disability or age in admission or access to or treatment or employment in its programs and activities.
STATUTORY AUTHORITY: 32 MRSA c.69-C
