MN HF2908

Establishes a voluntary certification program for commercial salt and deicer applicators administered by the Pollution Control Agency Commissioner, developed in consultation with the University of Minnesota.

Certified commercial applicators who complete training, pass an examination, and follow best management practices are protected from liability for snow and ice accumulation hazards, except in cases of gross negligence, willful misconduct, intentional injury, or failure to comply with approved practices.

Certified applicators must maintain records for a minimum of six years including certification status, exam results, maintenance practices, deicer types and application rates, treatment dates, and weather conditions.

Certified applicators must submit annual reports by July 1 detailing amounts and types of deicers used in the previous calendar year.

The program expires August 1, 2029, becomes effective August 1, 2022, and applies to claims arising on or after that date.