FW: METER READING FUNCTIONS



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> From: 	Camp, Ward
> Sent: 	Thursday, May 07, 1998 3:47 PM
> To: 	'pswg@dra1.cpuc.ca.gov'; 'pswg4web@dra1.cpuc.ca.gov'; 'Michele
> Wynne'
> Subject: 	METER READING FUNCTIONS
> 
> I propose that the meter reader (MR) function although separate, be
> subcontracted by the MDMA.  The exact particulars of what the MDMA and
> MR want to delegate is subject to their contract . The only change is
> that there be specific recognition, by the MDMA certifying body, that
> such an arrangement is permissible. If this is adopted, the PSWG does
> not have to worry about information handoffs and protocls between the
> MDMA and the MR.  The MDMA still has its reporting requirements and
> should (via its contact) impose any necessary protocols or other
> requirements on its MR.  Assuming that the rules are clarified to
> insulate the UDCs from ANY liability for MDMA/MR the MR must institute
> safety training as required by Cal OSHA (no UDC ideas as to what is
> required for safety) and show it can carry out the delegated
> functions. 
> 
> If for some reason the UDC remains the watchdog then the UDC could
> demand the MR to provide the current MR subset of requirements
> contained in the current MDMA process.  However, an MR should be able
> to submit ALL of its capabilities to the UDC in order to avoid having
> to resubmit for each MDMA or, at a minimum, only have to submit
> documentation of any additional duties or meters to be read for
> subsequent MDMAs.
> 
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