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SECTION 4. Chapter 9, article 1, section 9 -5 of the Hawai`i County Code 1983 (2005 Edition, as amended) is amended by adding new definitions to be appropriately inserted and to read as follows: "Demolition" means removal of electrical work when a demolition building permit is issued. "Ductline" means electrical conduit installation. "Electrical specialty work" means the installation of any electronic equipment, electronic controls, including but not limited to public address systems, intercommunication systems, music distribution systems, CATV systems, master and program clock systems, electronic teaching devices, fire and security systems, telephone, computer, and data systems. "Portable appliances" means any device that is readily moveable and cord /plug connected. "Permanent electrical service" means permanent power as provided by the serving utility company after notification by the AHJ." SECTION 5. Chapter 9, article 2, section 9 -7 of the Hawai`i County Code 1983 (2005 Edition, as amended) is amended to read as follows: Section 9 -7. Nonliability of the County or its employee for damages. (a) This chapter shall not be construed to relieve from or lessen the responsibility of such person owning, operating or installing any electrical wires, appliances, apparatus, construction, or equipment for damages to anyone injured by any defect therein. (b) Neither the County nor any department, board, commission, officer, employee, or the administrative authority shall be held liable or responsible for any damage or injury caused by or resulting from the issuance of any permit issued, or any inspection or approval or issuance of a certificate of inspection, made under the provisions of this chapter. () The authorized personnel charged with the enforcement of this code, acting in good faith and without malice in the discharge of the duties required by this code or other pertinent law or ordinance shall not thereby be rendered personally liable for damages that may accrue to persons or property as a result of an act or by reason of an act or omission in the discharge of such duties. A suit brought against the authorized personnel because of such act or omission performed by the authorized personnel in the enforcement of any provision of this code or other pertinent laws or ordinances implemented through the enforcement of this code shall be defended by the County until final termination of such proceedings, and any judgment resulting there shall be assumed by the County. 3