An
entity that has the authority and responsibility for developing, implementing,
maintaining, and overseeing the qualification process within its organization
or jurisdiction. This may be a state or Federal agency, training commission,
NGO, private sector company, or a tribal or local agency such as a police,
fire, or public works department. In some cases, the AHJ may provide support to
multiple disciplines that collaborate as a part of a team (e.g. an IMT).