Ohio § 1571.012

§ 1571.012.

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, clinical nurse specialist, or certified nurse practitioner 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.