Effective: October 9, 2021
Latest Legislation: House Bill 263 - 133rd General Assembly
An applicant for the position of gas storage well inspector shall register the applicant's name with the chief of the division of oil and gas resources management and file with the chief an affidavit as to all matters of fact establishing the applicant's right to take the examination for that position and a certificate from a reputable and disinterested physician as to the physical condition of the applicant showing that the applicant is physically capable of performing the duties of the position. The applicant also shall present evidence satisfactory to the chief that the applicant has been a resident and citizen of this state for at least two years next preceding the date of application.
An applicant shall possess the same qualifications as an applicant for the position of deputy mine inspector established in section 1561.12 of the Revised Code. In addition, the applicant shall have practical knowledge and experience of and in the operation, location, drilling, maintenance, and abandonment of oil and gas wells, especially in coal or mineral bearing townships, and shall have a thorough knowledge of the latest and best method of plugging and sealing abandoned oil and gas wells.
An applicant for gas storage well inspector shall pass an examination conducted by the chief to determine the applicant's fitness to act as gas storage well inspector before being eligible for appointment.
Last updated October 9, 2021 at 5:18 AM
Structure Ohio Revised Code
Title 15 | Conservation of Natural Resources
Chapter 1571 | Underground Storage of Gas
Section 1571.01 | Underground Storage of Gas Definitions.
Section 1571.011 | Chapter Does Not Apply to Chapter 1514 Activities.
Section 1571.012 | Applicants for Position of Gas Storage Well Inspector.
Section 1571.013 | Examinations for Gas Storage Well Inspector.
Section 1571.014 | Appointment of Gas Storage Well Inspector.
Section 1571.02 | Filing of Map by Reservoir Operator.
Section 1571.03 | Excavations and Extensions to Be Shown on Maps - Notices Sent.
Section 1571.04 | Gas Storage Well Inspector to Examine Maps.
Section 1571.05 | Plugging and Reconditioning of Wells Within Reservoir Area.
Section 1571.06 | Accuracy or Correctness of Maps.
Section 1571.07 | Prohibited Acts - Exceptions.
Section 1571.08 | Use of Alternate Methods or Materials - Filing of Objections.
Section 1571.09 | Records and Facilities.
Section 1571.10 | Request for Conference - Request for Hearing by Chief of Division - Procedures.
Section 1571.11 | Rules Governing Administrative Procedures.
Section 1571.14 | Appeals to Director of Natural Resources.
Section 1571.15 | Appeals to Court of Common Pleas.
Section 1571.16 | Filing of Complaint - Hearing - Injunctions.
Section 1571.17 | Appropriation of Private Property.
Section 1571.18 | Gas Storage Well Regulatory Fee.