In the event of an ORC vacating a position, which entity must receive notification?

• A. The EPA
• B. The Commission only
• C. The Regional Office (DWR) only
• D. The Commission and the Regional Office (DWR)

Answer: (D)

When the Operator of Record leaves, the system must be updated with a new qualified operator and the records kept current by the regulators. That requires informing both the regulatory body that handles operator licensure and the regional office that oversees the facility’s records and operations. The Commission is responsible for certifications and licensure of operators, making sure the person who will take over is properly authorized. The Regional Office (DWR) manages the facility’s registration and on-site oversight, so they need to know who is stepping in to operate. Notifying just one entity leaves a gap—either the certification status isn’t updated or the facility’s records and supervision aren’t confirmed—and that can lead to lapses in compliance and accountability. EPA notification isn’t typically required for this routine change, which is why the correct approach is to notify both the Commission and the Regional Office (DWR).