Bill > S0744

This bill gives the Department of Labor and Training (DLT) new enforcement authority over corrosion prevention and mitigation work requirements for public projects. Specifically, the bill establishes a formal process for investigating potential violations of existing standards related to protective coatings and steel surface preparation. Under the new provisions, if the DLT director or a designee determines a violation has occurred, they can order a hearing where the accused party can present their side of the case. The hearing officer can issue subpoenas, administer oaths, and must make a determination within 30 days. For violations deemed intentional or egregious, contractors or subcontractors can face civil penalties ranging from $1,500 to $3,000 and potential revocation of professional licenses. The bill builds upon existing requirements that workers performing corrosion prevention work be trained and certified according to industry standards like the NACE 13/ACS 1 standard, and applies to public works projects that receive state funding and involve surface preparation and protective coating of steel. The new enforcement mechanism is designed to ensure compliance with industry best practices and protect environmental and worker safety standards.

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