§9–1003.

    (a)    The Department shall:

        (1)    Adopt rules and regulations to carry out the provisions of this subtitle;

        (2)    Establish a proficiency testing program to test the performance of any water quality laboratory; and

        (3)    Set standards for:

            (i)    Demonstrating satisfactory performance in a proficiency testing program; and

            (ii)    Conducting the program.

    (b)    The Secretary shall have each water quality laboratory inspected at least triennially.