1. (a) Chapter numbers. The Chapter number is an arabic number assigned to a major area of regulatory control within the agency's rulemaking authority, as described in 655:10-3-10(2). Chapters 1 through 9 of each Title are used only for rules required by 75 O.S., Sections 302, 305, and 307. [See 655:10-5-7 (relating to "required rules"); see also 655:10-3-27 (relating to gapping numbers)]
2. (b) Chapter headings. Each Chapter requires a brief heading which reflects its subject matter.

3. (c) Format. Chapter numbers and headings are formatted in regulatory text and document headings as follows:

   1. (1) The word CHAPTER is followed by a space, the Chapter number, a period, two spaces, and the Chapter heading as described in (b) of this Section. This information is typed in uppercase letters, bolded, and centered.
   2. (2) No punctuation follows the Chapter heading.
   3. (3) The following is an example of a Chapter number and heading: CHAPTER 15. LICENSURE FOR HOSPITALS AND RELATED INSTITUTIONS
4. (d) Assignment. Chapter numbers and headings are assigned by the OAR, in consultation with the agency. Prior to the adoption of a new Chapter, the agency must contact the OAR for assignment of a Chapter number and approval of the heading.

Amended at 9 Ok Reg 2983, eff 7-13-92

Amended at 14 Ok Reg 1161, eff 4-1-97 (emergency)

Amended at 15 Ok Reg 3353, eff 7-15-98

Amended at 18 Ok Reg 2777, eff 7-1-01