Section 9-207 - Department of Natural Resources -- Covered Employees

(a) A forest ranger, a park ranger, a wildlife ranger, a registered crew member, a paid law enforcement employee, or an individual engaged for fire fighting by the Department of Natural Resources is a covered employee. (b) Notwithstanding § 9–203 of this subtitle, an individual engaged for fire fighting who otherwise would be a covered employee under subsection (a) of this section is a covered employee even if the fire fighting takes place outside of the State. (c) Notwithstanding § 9–205 of this subtitle, an individual who otherwise would be a covered employee under subsection (a) of this section is a covered employee even if engaged temporarily or part time. (d) For the purpose of this title, the Department of Natural Resources is the employer of an individual who is a covered employee under this section.