§436E-7  Powers and duties of the board.  In addition to any other powers and duties authorized by law, the board shall:

     (1)  Adopt rules in accordance with chapter 91 to carry out the purposes of this chapter, with special emphasis on the health and safety of the public;

     (2)  Develop standards for licensure;

     (3)  Prepare, administer, and grade examinations, provided that the board may contract with a testing agency to provide those services;

     (4)  Issue, renew, suspend, and revoke licenses;

     (5)  Register applicants or holders of a license;

     (6)  Investigate and conduct hearings regarding any violation of this chapter and any rules of the board;

     (7)  Maintain a record of its proceedings; and

     (8)  Do all things necessary to carry out the functions, powers, and duties set forth in the chapter.

Terms Used In Hawaii Revised Statutes 436E-7