Order of the Minister of Water Resources and Irrigation No. 156-НК “On approval of the Rules for conducting a multifactor survey of hydraulic structures and the form of the safety declaration of hydraulic structures”.

This Order primarily addresses the adoption and implementation of regulations concerning the multifactor survey and safety declaration of hydrotechnical plants (GTS). It aims to regulate the assessment of hydrotechnical installations' safety, especially those classified as high-risk in emergencies. The regulation defines procedures for conducting comprehensive surveys, including visual inspections, geotechnical and geophysical research, and underwater assessments, with the goal of ensuring structural integrity and operational safety of GTS. Key measures include the requirement for owners or certified organizations to perform these multifactor surveys every five years, with results documented in a safety declaration. The declaration must be registered with basin water inspections, which evaluate and approve submissions, and the list of registered facilities is publicly accessible online. The regulations specify detailed procedures for visual inspections, damage assessment, and technical evaluations, emphasizing the importance of monitoring structural conditions, mechanical equipment, and environmental impacts. The document also stipulates the development of safety criteria, hazard source identification, and emergency preparedness assessments, with a focus on high-risk facilities. Implementation responsibilities are assigned to the Committee for the Regulation, Protection and Use of Water Resources, which oversees registration, monitoring, and publication of information. The responsible Vice-Minister of Water and Irrigation is tasked with overseeing the process, with the regulation coming into effect after its official publication. The procedures include provisions for updating declarations in response to condition changes, re-examination timelines, and stakeholder involvement, including public communication and coordination with relevant authorities. Overall, the document establishes a structured legal and procedural framework for ensuring the safety and operational integrity of hydrotechnical installations.