Technical specialists can only certify systems and plans that meet the appropriate minimum criteria. If for some reason a producer cannot obtain a certification by a technical specialist, then the producer shall modify the system so that it can be certified or apply for an individual permit from DWQ.

Technical specialists are subject to lawsuits. The State Attorney General's office can only defend state employees.

Technical specialist designation categories are shown in Appendix 2.5B.

10.2 Professional Engineer Seals

In accordance with guidance received for the North Carolina State Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors, the PE is required to seal any part of the certification which they sign and any part of the plan that they design.

10.3 Decertification of Technical Specialist

The responsibility for technical specialist designation lies with the SWCC. Written complaints shall be directed to the Director of the DSWC and will be handled through a process established by the SWCC.

10.4 Certification Program of Irrigation Association

The SWCC adopted policy is to consider an individual appropriately certified under the CID program of the Irrigation Association as having the technical qualifications to receive the "I" technical specialist's designation.