Summary


Significant changes were made to Chapter 527, Florida Statutes during the 2018 legislative session. The proposed rules are being amended to repeal redundant, unnecessary rules; update incorporated forms; eliminate forms that are no longer necessary; clarify vague definitions; clarify that department inspectors will no longer use a “Red Tag” to prohibit use, but Stop Use Orders consistent with other bureau programs; update incorporated forms and standards references; clarify the type of leak survey required for underground tanks, remove unnecessary common use definition and remove exemptions for certain underground tanks defined by 49 CFR; add required user notification after a dealer repairs or alters a LP gas system in case indoor appliances have been affected posing a safety hazard; add Category II LP Gas Dispensers to filling restrictions for tanks that will be transported in a vehicle; update the requirements reducing the time tanks may stay at user location before removal due to safety concerns over unsecured tanks; clarify that LP is used as an industrial refrigerant as a more efficient alternative but is no longer used in mobile AC applications; add signature requirement on CEU training class attendance sheets as certification of attendance; amend examination and testing rules to implement statute and further define areas of competency that will be included in testing; limit repeat training classes for CEU credit to ensure a variety of training is received; amend the outside vendor training program rules to add a required annual review and expiration date to CEU course approval to keep curriculum current; amend the title of rule 5J-20.078 and clarify that inspection reports will not be forms as in other bureau programs; update penalty rules to be consistent with department standard and add notice of noncompliance in lieu of warning letter to reduce administrative procedures; and update resolution, settlement and remedies rules to meet current department standard.