§34-21A-7. Duties and authority of the board.

The duties of this board shall include, but not be limited to the following:

(1) Establish procedures and qualifications for the licensure of individuals engaged in the manufacture, installation, servicing, repair, or maintenance of onsite sewage systems and equipment installed in Alabama and issue such licenses to those individuals who qualify for licensure.

(2) Approve all training required for any license or license renewal under this chapter and approve and administer any examination required for specialized areas and levels of qualification of licensing under this chapter.

(3) Establish the dates, times, and locations for all license examinations, including at least three examination dates each year.

(4) Accept and process applications from individuals meeting the board-established qualifications for licenses and the renewal of licenses and collect necessary fees according to the schedule of fees established by the board.

(5) Provide written notification to a candidate of the candidate's examination results and provide information regarding the procedures required to complete the license process, including bond information and local health department fees.

(6) Accept annual license renewal applications and approve required continuing education and required documentation for license renewal.

(7) Maintain a complete up-to-date roster of licensees.

(8) Establish a complaint process and the confidential procedures to investigate alleged violations as set forth in this chapter; establish disciplinary procedures including suspension or revocation of licenses; establish an appeals process; and notify the Alabama Department of Public Health and the appropriate local health departments of any disciplinary action taken by the board. Any member of the board or duly appointed representative designated by the board may administer oaths and take testimony concerning all matters within the jurisdiction of the board.

(9) Reinstate a revoked or suspended license if the holder of the revoked or suspended license meets specific requirements established by the board and the reinstatement is approved by a majority of the board.

(10) Oversee all financial, business, and administrative matters necessary to carry out the operation of this board including, but not limited to, accepting fees, paying bills, salaries, expenses, and refunds, and any other action deemed appropriate to conduct business pertinent to its operation.

(11) Hire and set compensation for an executive director who shall be responsible for the administrative functions of the board.

(12) Adopt a seal for its use containing the words "Alabama Onsite Wastewater Board."

(Act 99-571, p. 1265, §7; Act 2010-258, p. 453, §1.)