Commerce, Occupational and Professional Licensing

Rule R156-1

General Rule of the Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing

Notice of Proposed Rule

(Amendment)

DAR File No.: 36551
Filed: 07/30/2012 11:02:21 AM

RULE ANALYSIS

Purpose of the rule or reason for the change:

The purpose of this filing is first, to change the renewal date for burglar alarm agents to better manage workload through the two-year renewal cycle for all professions and the professions assigned to the licensing bureau responsible for this profession; second, to change Section R156-1-308l to make the timeframe in it consistent with the timeframe amended in Subsection R156-1-308c(7) by a recent rule filing that became final on 06/07/2012; and third, to clarify and establish the requirements for service of an administrative subpoena.

Summary of the rule or change:

In Section R156-1-110, subsections (2) through (5) were added to address the process for service of subpoenas. This was recently challenged in a Motion to Quash to the Administrative Subpoena Authority that made it apparent that more guidance was necessary. The existing Subsection (2) is renumbered as (6). In Section R156-1-308a, the renewal date for burglar alarm security licensure is moved from November 30 of even years to March 31 of odd years. In Section R156-1-308l, the 4-month time frame in this section is changed to a 12-month time frame consistent with the changes made to Subsection R156-1-308c(7) by a recent rule filing that became final on 06/07/2012.

State statutory or constitutional authorization for this rule:

• Subsection 58-1-106(1)(a)
• Section 58-1-308
• Subsection 58-1-501(4)

Anticipated cost or savings to:

the state budget:

The change to the length of time for which an initial license is issued from a full renewal cycle plus four months for applicants who apply at four months prior to the next renewal date, to a full renewal cycle plus one year for applicants who apply one year prior to the next renewal date, will impact government the cost for affected licensees of an extra renewal fee, which varies by profession. There will also be a small savings to the Division because it will have slightly fewer renewal applications to process. These impacts cannot be quantified. The change in the renewal date for the burglar alarm security profession will result in a cost savings to licensees who will receive a one-time additional four months of licensure at no charge as the two-year renewal date is changed. There will be an equivalent one-time loss of revenue to the Commerce Service Fund. Renewal fees for the burglar alarm profession are $203 for a company and $42 for an agent. The number of licensees is approximately 180 companies and 8,964 agents.

local governments:

The proposed amendments will have no impact on local governments as the changes only apply to the licensed professions noted herein.

small businesses:

The change to the length of time for which an initial license is issued from a full renewal cycle plus four months for applicants who apply at four months prior to the next renewal date, to a full renewal cycle plus one year for applicants who apply one year prior to the next renewal date, will save affected licensees the cost of an extra renewal fee, which varies by profession. There will also be a small savings to the Division because it will have slightly fewer renewal applications to process. This impact cannot be quantified. The change in the renewal date for the burglar alarm security profession will result in a cost savings to licensees who will receive a one-time additional four months of licensure at no charge as the two-year renewal date is changed. There will be an equivalent one-time loss of revenue to the Commerce Service Fund. Renewal fees for the burglar alarm profession are $203 for a company and $42 for an agent. The number of licensees is approximately 180 companies and 8,964 agents.

persons other than small businesses, businesses, or local governmental entities:

The change to the length of time for which an initial license is issued from a full renewal cycle plus four months for applicants who apply at four months prior to the next renewal date, to a full renewal cycle plus one year for applicants who apply one year prior to the next renewal date, will save affected licensees the cost of an extra renewal fee, which varies by profession. The change in the renewal date for the burglar alarm security profession will result in a cost savings to licensees who will receive a one-time additional four months of licensure at no charge as the two-year renewal date is changed. There will be an equivalent one-time loss of revenue to the Commerce Service Fund. Renewal fees for the burglar alarm profession are $203 for a company and $42 for an agent. The number of licensees is approximately 180 companies and 8,964 agents.

Compliance costs for affected persons:

The change to the length of time for which an initial license is issued from a full renewal cycle plus four months for applicants who apply at four months prior to the next renewal date, to a full renewal cycle plus one year for applicants who apply one year prior to the next renewal date, will save affected licensees the cost of an extra renewal fee, which varies by profession. The change in the renewal date for the burglar alarm security profession will result in a cost savings to licensees who will receive a one-time additional four months of licensure at no charge as the two-year renewal date is changed. There will be an equivalent one-time loss of revenue to the Commerce Service Fund. Renewal fees for the burglar alarm profession are $203 for a company and $42 for an agent. The number of licensees is approximately 180 companies and 8,964 agents.

Comments by the department head on the fiscal impact the rule may have on businesses:

This rule filing adjusts licensing renewal dates that will result in savings for licensees. The Division could potentially have some resulting loss, but the amendment is designed to allow the Division to more efficiently manage its workload. The changes regarding service of subpoenas are clarifying in nature and should not result in additional costs to the Division.

Francine A. Giani, Executive Director

The full text of this rule may be inspected, during regular business hours, at the Division of Administrative Rules, or at:

Commerce
Occupational and Professional Licensing
HEBER M WELLS BLDG
160 E 300 S
SALT LAKE CITY, UT 84111-2316

Direct questions regarding this rule to:

• W. Ray Walker at the above address, by phone at 801-530-6256, by FAX at 801-530-6511, or by Internet E-mail at [email protected]

Interested persons may present their views on this rule by submitting written comments to the address above no later than 5:00 p.m. on:

09/14/2012

This rule may become effective on:

09/21/2012

Authorized by:

Mark Steinagel, Director

R156. Commerce, Occupational and Professional Licensing.

R156-1. General Rule of the Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing.

R156-1-110. Issuance of Investigative Subpoenas.

(1) All requests for subpoenas in conjunction with a Division investigation made pursuant to Subsection 58-1-106(1)(c), shall be made in writing to the investigative subpoena authority and shall be accompanied by an original of the proposed subpoena.

(a) Requests to the investigative subpoena authority shall contain adequate information to enable the subpoena authority to make a finding of sufficient need, including: the factual basis for the request, the relevance and necessity of the particular person, evidence, documents, etc., to the investigation, and an explanation why the subpoena is directed to the particular person upon whom it is to be served.

(b) Approved subpoenas shall be issued under the seal of the Division and the signature of the subpoena authority.

(2) The person who requests an investigative subpoena is responsible for service of the subpoena.

(3)(a) Service may be made:

(i) on a person upon whom a summons may be served pursuant to the Utah Rules of Civil Procedure; and

(ii) personally or on the agent of the person being served.

(b) If a party is represented by an attorney, service shall be made on the attorney.

(4)(a) Service may be accomplished by hand delivery or by mail to the last known address of the intended recipient.

(b) Service by mail is complete upon mailing.

(c) Service may be accomplished by electronic means.

(d) Service by electronic means is complete on transmission if transmission is completed during normal business hours at the place receiving the service; otherwise, service is complete on the next business day.

(5) There shall appear on all investigative subpoenas a certificate of service.

([2]6) The investigative subpoena authority may quash or modify an investigative subpoena if it is shown to be unreasonable or oppressive.

 

R156-1-308a. Renewal Dates.

(1) The following standard two-year renewal cycle renewal dates are established by license classification in accordance with the Subsection 58-1-308(1):

 

TABLE
RENEWAL DATES

(1)  Acupuncturist                       May 31       even years

(2)  Advanced Practice Registered Nurse  January 31   even years

(3)  Architect                           May 31       even years

(4)  Athlete Agent                       September 30 even years

(5)  Athletic Trainer                    May 31       odd years

(6)  Audiologist                         May 31       odd years

(7)  Barber                              September 30 odd years

(8)  Barber School                       September 30 odd years

(9)  Building Inspector                  November 30  odd years

(10)  Burglar Alarm Security             [November 30  even]March 31 odd years

(11)  C.P.A. Firm                        September 30 even years

(12)  Certified Court Reporter           May 31       even years

(13)  Certified Dietitian                September 30 even years

(14)  Certified Medical Language Interpreter March 31 odd years

(15)  Certified Nurse Midwife            January 31   even years

(16)  Certified Public Accountant        September 30 even years

(17)  Certified Registered

      Nurse Anesthetist                  January 31   even years

(18)  Certified Social Worker            September 30 even years

(19)  Chiropractic Physician             May 31       even years

(20)  Clinical Mental Health Counselor   September 30 even years

(21)  Clinical Social Worker             September 30 even years

(22)  Construction Trades Instructor     November 30  odd years

(23)  Contractor                         November 30  odd years

(24)  Controlled Substance License       Attached to primary

                                           license renewal

(25)  Controlled Substance

            Precursor                    May 31       odd years

(26)  Controlled Substance Handler       May 31       odd years

(27)  Cosmetologist/Barber               September 30 odd years

(28)  Cosmetology/Barber School          September 30 odd years

(29)  Deception Detection                November 30  even years

(30)  Dental Hygienist                   May 31       even years

(31)  Dentist                            May 31       even years

(32)  Direct-entry Midwife               September 30 odd years

(33)  Electrician

            Apprentice, Journeyman, Master,

            Residential Journeyman,

            Residential Master           November 30  even years

(34)  Electrologist                      September 30 odd years

(35)  Electrology School                 September 30 odd years

(36)  Elevator Mechanic                  November 30  even years

(37)  Environmental Health Scientist     May 31       odd years

(38)  Esthetician                        September 30 odd years

(39)  Esthetics School                   September 30 odd years

(40)  Factory Built Housing Dealer       September 30 even years

(41)  Funeral Service Director           May 31       even years

(42)  Funeral Service                    May 31       even years

            Establishment

(43)  Genetic Counselor                  September 30 even years

(44)  Health Facility                    May 31       odd years

            Administrator

(45)  Hearing Instrument                 September 30 even years

            Specialist

(46)  Internet Facilitator               September 30 odd years

(47)  Landscape Architect                May 31       even years

(48)  Licensed Advanced Substance

            Use Disorder Counselor       May 31       odd years

(49)  Licensed Practical Nurse           January 31   even years

(50)  Licensed Substance                 May 31       odd years

            Use Disorder Counselor

(51)  Marriage and Family                September 30 even years

            Therapist

(52)  Massage Apprentice,                May 31       odd years

            Therapist

(53)  Master Esthetician                 September 30 odd years

(54)  Medication Aide Certified          March 31     odd years

(55)  Nail Technologist                  September 30 odd years

(56)  Nail Technology School             September 30 odd years

(57)  Naturopath/Naturopathic            May 31       even years

            Physician

(58)  Occupational Therapist             May 31       odd years

(59)  Occupational Therapy               May 31       odd years

            Assistant

(60)  Optometrist                        September 30 even years

(61)  Osteopathic Physician and          May 31       even years

            Surgeon,

            Online Prescriber

(62)  Outfitter/Hunting Guide            May 31       even years

(63)  Pharmacy Class A-B-C-D-E,    September 30 odd years

            Online Contract Pharmacy

(64)  Pharmacist                         September 30 odd years

(65)  Pharmacy Technician                September 30 odd years

(66)  Physical Therapist                 May 31       odd years

(67)  Physical Therapist Assistant       May 31       odd years

(68)  Physician Assistant                May 31       even years

(69)  Physician and Surgeon,             January 31   even years

            Online Prescriber

(70)  Plumber

            Apprentice, Journeyman,

            Master, Residential Master,

            Residential Journeyman       November 30  even years

(71)  Podiatric Physician                September 30 even years

(72)  Pre Need Funeral Arrangement

            Sales Agent                  May 31       even years

(73)  Private Probation Provider         May 31       odd years

(74)  Professional Engineer              March 31     odd years

(75)  Professional Geologist             March 31     odd years

(76)  Professional Land Surveyor         March 31     odd years

(77)  Professional Structural            March 31     odd years

            Engineer

(78)  Psychologist                       September 30 even years

(79)  Radiologic Technologist,            May 31       odd years

          Radiology Practical Technician

          Radiologist Assistant

(80)  Recreational Therapy

            Therapeutic Recreation Technician,

            Therapeutic Recreation Specialist,

            Master Therapeutic

            Recreation Specialist          May 31       odd years

(81)  Registered Nurse                   January 31   odd years

(82)  Respiratory Care                   September 30 even years

            Practitioner

(83)  Security Personnel                 November 30  even years

(84)  Social Service Worker              September 30 even years

(85)  Speech-Language Pathologist        May 31       odd years

(86)  Veterinarian                       September 30 even years

(87)  Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor  March 31    odd years

 

(2) The following non-standard renewal terms and renewal or extension cycles are established by license classification in accordance with Subsection 58-1-308(1) and in accordance with specific requirements of the license:

(a) Associate Clinical Mental Health Counselor licenses shall be issued for a three year term and may be extended if the licensee presents satisfactory evidence to the Division and the Board that reasonable progress is being made toward passing the qualifying examinations or is otherwise on a course reasonably expected to lead to licensure.

(b) Associate Marriage and Family Therapist licenses shall be issued for a three year term and may be extended if the licensee presents satisfactory evidence to the Division and the board that reasonable progress is being made toward passing the qualifying examinations or is otherwise on a course reasonably expected to lead to licensure; but the period of the extension may not exceed two years past the date the minimum supervised experience requirement has been completed.

(c) Certified Advanced Substance Use Disorder Counselor licenses shall be issued for a period of four years and may be extended if the licensee presents satisfactory evidence to the Division and Board that reasonable progress is being made toward completing the required hours of supervised experience necessary for the next level of licensure.

(d) Certified Advanced Substance Use Disorder Counselor Intern licenses shall be issued for a period of six months or until the examination is passed whichever occurs first.

(e) Certified Substance Use Disorder Counselor licenses shall be issued for a period of two years and may be extended if the licensee presents satisfactory evidence to the Division and Board that reasonable progress is being made toward completing the required hours of supervised experience necessary for the next level of licensure.

(f) Certified Social Worker Intern licenses shall be issued for a period of six months or until the examination is passed whichever occurs first.

(g) Certified Substance Use Disorder Counselor Intern licenses shall be issued for a period of six months or until the examination is passed, whichever occurs first.

(h) Dental Educator licenses shall be issued for a two year renewable term, until the date of termination of employment with the dental school as an employee, or until the failure to maintain any of the requirements of Section 58-69-302.5, whichever occurs first.

(i) Funeral Service Apprentice licenses shall be issued for a two year term and may be extended for an additional two year term if the licensee presents satisfactory evidence to the Division and the board that reasonable progress is being made toward passing the qualifying examinations or is otherwise on a course reasonably expected to lead to licensure.

(j) Hearing Instrument Intern licenses shall be issued for a three year term and may be extended if the licensee presents satisfactory evidence to the Division and the Board that reasonable progress is being made toward passing the qualifying examination, but a circumstance arose beyond the control of the licensee, to prevent the completion of the examination process.

(k) Psychology Resident licenses shall be issued for a two year term and may be extended if the licensee presents satisfactory evidence to the Division and the board that reasonable progress is being made toward passing the qualifying examinations or is otherwise on a course reasonably expected to lead to licensure; but the period of the extension may not exceed two years past the date the minimum supervised experience requirement has been completed.

(l) Type I Foreign Trained Physician-Educator licenses will be issued initially for a one-year term and thereafter renewed every two years following issuance.

(m) Type II Foreign Trained Physician-Educator licenses will be issued initially for an annual basis and thereafter renewed annually up to four times following issuance if the licensee continues to satisfy the requirements described in Subsection 58-67-302.7(3) and completes the required continuing education requirements established under Section 58-67-303.

 

R156-1-308l. Reinstatement of Licensure and Relicensure - Term of Licensure.

Except as otherwise governed by the terms of an order issued by the Division, a license issued to an applicant for reinstatement or relicensure issued during the last [four]12 months of a renewal cycle shall, upon payment of the appropriate fees, be issued for a full renewal cycle plus the period of time remaining until the impending renewal date, rather than requiring the licensee to immediately renew their reinstated or relicensed license.

 

KEY: diversion programs, licensing, occupational licensing, supervision

Date of Enactment or Last Substantive Amendment: [June 7, ]2012

Notice of Continuation: January 5, 2012

Authorizing, and Implemented or Interpreted Law: 58-1-106(1)(a); 58-1-308; 58-1-501(4)