Section 18.52.061 - Board-AuthorityIn addition to any authority provided by law, the board shall have the following authority:
(1) To adopt rules in accordance with chapter 34.05 RCW necessary to implement this chapter;(2) To prepare and administer or approve the preparation and administration of examinations for licensure;(3) To conduct a hearing on an appeal of a denial of license based on the applicant's failure to meet the minimum qualifications for licensure. The hearing shall be conducted pursuant to chapter 34.05 RCW;(4) To establish by rule the procedures for an appeal of an examination failure;(5) To adopt rules implementing a continuing competency program;(6) To issue subpoenas, statements of charges, statements of intent to deny licenses, and orders, and to delegate in writing to a designee to issue subpoenas; and(7) To issue temporary license permits under circumstances defined by the board.