Purpose and Scope

(1) Purpose. 454 CMR 29.00 is intended to: (a) Promote the health, safety, and welfare of workers, businesses, and the general public by deterring noncompliance with the laws, regulations, and related requirements to which 454 CMR 29.00 applies. (b) Ensure that the Department assesses civil administrative penalties lawfully, fairly, and consistently. (2) Scope. 454 CMR 29.00 applies to M.G.L. c. 111, § 197B; M.G.L. c. 140, §§ 46A through 46R; and M.G.L. c. 149, §§ 6, 6½ and 6A through 6F½.