Section 460.2012. Definitions.

Rule 12. As used in these rules:

(a)  "Commission" means the Michigan public service commission.

(b)   "Effective date" means the date when the tariff sheet must be followed.

(c)   "Issue date" means the date the utility files a tariff sheet with   the commission.

(d)  "Rate book" means the complete set of utility filings submitted in accordance with these rules.

(e)     "Rate schedule" or "rider" means the rate or charge for a particular classification of service, including all special terms and conditions under which that service is furnished at the prescribed rate or charge.

(f)  "Rate sheet" or "tariff sheet" means any of the documents filed in accordance with R 460.2022.

(g)     "Rules and regulations" means   the  rules,  regulations,   practices, classifications, exceptions, and conditions that the utility must observe when providing service.

(h)    "Special contract" means an electric, steam, or gas rate schedule for utility service provided to a customer under a negotiated agreement providing rates or rules and regulations other than those listed in the utility's  rate book.

(i)   "Standard customer forms index" means a listing showing the  number, title, and revision date for all standard forms, in any format (preprinted or electronically preformatted) that the utility uses to document  contracts   or other agreements that create

or alter a customer's rights or responsibilities in dealings with the utility. Standard customer forms require a customer signature or are specifically referenced within the rate book  for  execution between the utility and customers.

History: 1981 AACS; 2007 AACS.