(A) Individuals wanting to install in the county must register with the County Health Department. Registration shall consist of, but not be limited to, the following:
(1) A completed application for registration with payment of the application fee;
(2) Application fee of $50, or in an amount as established by the County Board of Health; and
(3) (a) Passing a written proficiency examination conducted by the County Health Department.
(b) If an applicant fails to pass any part of the examination, the applicant may re-apply for registration no earlier than one month following the examination.
(4) If an installer is IOWPA certified to install and inspect on-site sewage systems, these individuals may bypass RCHD's exam and only complete the registration form; submit bond and insurance information, and pay the RCHD's fees.
(B) Registration issued shall be valid for a term of one year beginning January 1, and expiring December 31 of the same year, and shall be renewed annually. The registration shall bear the name, address, associated firm or company where applicable, and the expiration date.
(C) All registered installers shall post a surety bond with the County Board of Health in the penal sum of not less than $20,000 in favor of the County Board of Health conditioned upon registrant's faithful compliance with this subchapter. The surety bond will remain in effect throughout the duration that the installer will be engaged in the work with the property and homeowner.
(D) All registered installers shall provide proof of liability insurance for a minimum of $500,000 for the Ripley County Board of Health to keep on file with all documentation.
(Ord. 2022-3, passed 3-1-2022)