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Texas Statutes (Last Updated: January 4, 2014) |
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HEALTH AND SAFETY CODE |
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Title 9. SAFETY |
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Subtitle A. PUBLIC SAFETY |
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Chapter 755. BOILERS |
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Subchapter C. BOILER REGISTRATION AND INSPECTION |
Sec. 755.023. APPOINTMENT OF INSPECTORS AND OTHER PERSONNEL
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(a) The executive director shall appoint a chief inspector of boilers to administer the boiler program. The chief inspector must:
(1) be a resident of this state and a citizen of the United States;
(2) have at least five years' experience in the construction, installation, inspection, operation, maintenance, or repair of boilers; and
(3) pass a written examination that demonstrates the necessary ability to judge the safety of boilers.
(b) The chief inspector may not have a commercial interest in the manufacture, ownership, insurance, or agency of boilers or boiler appurtenances.
(c) As needed, the executive director shall appoint persons with qualifications similar to those of the chief inspector to serve as deputy inspectors.
(d) The executive director may employ clerical assistants as necessary to carry out this chapter.