(a) This article sets forth the LEA certification types, the requirements for certification and certification maintenance including, but not limited to: technical expertise, adequacy of staff resources, adequacy of budget resources, training, and the LEA's Enforcement Program Plan (EPP), which the designated local agency shall develop, submit for board approval, and adopt pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 43209(e) and Section 18077 of this Chapter, and the periodic review of the LEA certification(s) pursuant to Article 2.2 of this Chapter.

(b) After certification(s) is issued and upon board approval, the designated local agency shall become the sole LEA in its jurisdiction, and shall maintain and comply with its board approved EPP to exercise its statutory power and authority pursuant to Division 30 of the Public Resources Code, 14 CCR Division 7, and 27 CCR Division 2, Subdivision 1 (§ 20005 et seq.). The LEA shall enforce the state and local minimum standards for solid waste collection, handling, storage, and disposal for the protection of the air, water, and land from pollution and nuisance, and for the protection of the public health and safety, and the environment. This Article also addresses board directories of hearing panels or hearing officers and enforcement agencies.