Order of the Acting Minister of Water Resources and Irrigation No. 189-НК “On approval of the Rules for the development of rules for the operation of waterworks”.

This Order primarily addresses the development and regulation of operational rules for hydrotechnical facilities, emphasizing safety, technical inspection, and decommissioning procedures. It aims to ensure the safe use of potentially dangerous water infrastructure to prevent emergencies threatening human life and health. The rules specify the approval, storage, and electronic registration of operational requirements by owners, and outline the structure of these rules, including operational organization, technical inspections, safety measures, decommissioning, and documentation. Key measures include the development and approval of operational rules by facility owners, with mandatory updates following modernization or major repairs. The regulations mandate technical surveys and inspections, conducted at least annually by a commission comprising representatives from relevant authorities and organizations, with results documented in designated journals. Safety protocols encompass labor protection, fire safety, civil protection warning systems, personnel qualification, and equipment certification. The decommissioning process requires owners to notify authorities within three working days, with decommissioning formalized through a commission's act involving local and project representatives. Documentation and reporting procedures are also specified, requiring owners to maintain comprehensive records of inspections, repairs, and operational logs. Implementation responsibilities are assigned to the Department of Water Development and the Vice-Minister of Water and Irrigation, with mechanisms for registration, publication, and monitoring established. The rules specify timelines for notification and approval processes, and emphasize stakeholder involvement through commissions and official documentation. Overall, the document delineates a structured approach to managing hydrotechnical facilities, emphasizing safety, compliance, and systematic oversight in accordance with the national legal and policy frameworks.