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.
[L 1985, c 214, pt of §1; am L 1992, c 202, §23]