Section 22-506 - Right of entry, inspection, and samples. - Maryland Statutes

§ 22-506. Right of entry, inspection, and samples.
 

(a)  Entry for purpose of inspection.- To enforce this subtitle, the Secretary or a representative of the Secretary at any reasonable time may: 

(1) Enter and inspect any factory, warehouse, or establishment in which the Secretary believes hazardous material is manufactured, processed, packaged, or stored; and 

(2) Enter and inspect any vehicle that is used to transport or hold hazardous materials in commerce. 

(b)  Scope of inspection.- As part of any inspection under subsection (a) of this section, the Secretary may inspect any pertinent equipment, labeling, or finished or unfinished substance or toy. 

(c)  Conditions for entry.- Before entering to make an inspection under this section, the Secretary or representative of the Secretary shall present appropriate credentials to the owner, operator, or agent in charge. 

(d)  Samples.-  

(1) During an entry and inspection under this section, the Secretary or representative of the Secretary may obtain a sample of any substance, toy, package, or labeling. 

(2) When obtaining a sample under this subsection, the Secretary or representative of the Secretary shall: 

(i) Pay or offer to pay for the sample; and 

(ii) Give the owner, operator, or agent in charge a receipt that describes the sample obtained. 
 

[An. Code 1957, art. 43, § 812; 1982, ch. 240, § 2; 1988, ch. 277, § 1.]