THE PEOPLE HAVING CRIMINAL CONVICTIONS CAN’T BECOME AN ELECTRICAL INSPECTOR
On October 05, 2018, the Ministry of Industry and Trade issues the Circular No. 31/2018/TT-BCT on amending and supplementing a number of Articles of the Circular No. 27/2013/TT-BCT dated October 31, 2013 on inspection of electrical activities and consumption of electricity, settlement of disputes concerning power purchase agreements.
Accordingly, to supplement requirements for electrical inspectors: Individuals do not have any criminal convictions or have all criminal convictions expunged; do not face any penalties for administrative violations against regulations on electricity.
In addition, this Circular also details about modes of handling in cases where the inspectors detect theft. Specifically, the electrical inspector shall determine the amount of electricity stolen and payable compensation. Methods of determination are prescribed at the Circular No. 27/2013/TT-BCT.
This Circular takes effect on November 20, 2018.
