What Is The Definition Of An Operator?
Under AS 46.04.900, “operator” means the “person” who, through contract, lease, sublease, or otherwise, exerts general supervision and control of activities at the facility or vessel; the term includes, by way of example and not limitation, a prime or general contractor, the master of a vessel and the master’s employer, or any other person who, personally or through an agent or contractor, undertakes the general functioning of the facility. Also, under AS 46.04.900, “person” means an individual, public or private corporation, political subdivision, government agency, municipality, industry, partnership, association, firm, trust, estate, or any other entity.
