When conducting the 48 hour test, measurements to the earth or concrete surface must be to a metal plate as described in § 20:10:32:31. When making measurements to metal objects, corrosion is removed to obtain a low resistance connection.
S.D. Admin. R. 20:10:39:36
General Authority: SDCL 49-47-2.
Law Implemented: SDCL 49-47-2, 49-47-3.