26-8a-506 - Investigations for enforcement of chapter.
26-8a-506. Investigations for enforcement of chapter.
(1) The department may, for the purpose of ascertaining compliance with the provisionsof this chapter, enter and inspect on a routine basis the business premises and equipment of aperson:
(a) with a certificate, designation, permit, or license; or
(b) who holds himself out to the general public as providing a service for which acertificate, designation, permit, or license is required under Section 26-8a-301.
(2) Before conducting an inspection under Subsection (1), the department shall, afteridentifying the person in charge:
(a) give proper identification;
(b) describe the nature and purpose of the inspection; and
(c) if necessary, explain the authority of the department to conduct the inspection.
(3) In conducting an inspection under Subsection (1), the department may, after meetingthe requirements of Subsection (2):
(a) inspect records, equipment, and vehicles; and
(b) interview personnel.
(4) An inspection conducted under Subsection (1) shall be during regular operationalhours.
Enacted by Chapter 141, 1999 General Session