13 NCAC 13 .0304             APPEALS

(a)  If the owner or user believes that the recommendations of the inspector are not warranted, they may request a review by the Chief Inspector within 15 days of the inspection. The Chief Inspector shall notify the owner or user of the decision in writing within 15 days of receipt of a request for a decision.

(b)  If the owner or user believes that the decision of the Chief Inspector is not warranted they may file for a contested case hearing pursuant to Article 3 of Chapter 150B of the N.C. General Statutes.

(c)  After notification from the Chief Inspector that a condition of imminent danger exists, the owner or user shall not operate the boiler or pressure vessel, however, the owner or user may file for a contested case hearing pursuant to Article 3 of Chapter 150B of the N.C. General Statutes.

History Note:        Authority G.S. 95‑69.11; 95-69.17;

Eff. May 29, 1981;

Amended Eff. July 1, 2006; January 1, 1995;

Pursuant to G.S. 150B-21.3A, rule is necessary without substantive public interest Eff. July 22, 2018;

Amended Eff. November 1, 2024.