South Carolina Code of Regulations Chapter 10 - DEPARTMENT OF LABOR, LICENSING AND REGULATION
South Carolina Code of Regulations Chapter 10 is exceptionally broad and comprehensive, as it encompasses the regulations for the vast South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation (LLR).
The LLR is a mega-agency created in 1994 by combining numerous state agencies and over 40 professional and occupational licensing boards. Its mission is to "promote and protect the health, safety and economic well-being of the public through regulation, licensing, enforcement, training and education."
Therefore, Chapter 10 doesn't just cover "labor" in the traditional sense, but also the licensing and regulation of a wide array of professions and industries.
Here's a breakdown of the typical scope and examples of what you would find within South Carolina Code of Regulations Chapter 10:
I. Division of Professional and Occupational Licensing (Section 10-1 and subsequent sections):
This is the largest component of Chapter 10, as it contains the specific regulations for each of the numerous professional and occupational licensing boards and commissions administered by LLR. Each board has its own dedicated section within Chapter 10. Examples include:
10-2: Board of Accountancy: Rules for CPAs and Accounting Practitioners, including application, licensure, renewal, firm registration, and fees.
10-3: Board of Architectural Examiners: Regulations for architects.
10-4: Athletic Commission: Rules for boxing, wrestling, and other combat sports.
10-5: Auctioneers' Commission: Licensing and conduct for auctioneers.
10-6: Board of Barber Examiners: Regulations for barbers and barbershops.
10-7: Building Codes Council: Adoption and enforcement of building codes.
10-10: Contractor's Licensing Board: Licensing for various types of contractors (general, mechanical, alarm systems, fire sprinkler systems), including fees and renewal requirements.
10-12: Board of Dentistry: Regulations for dentists and dental hygienists.
10-14: Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Surveyors: Licensing and conduct for engineers and surveyors.
10-17: Board of Funeral Service: Regulations for funeral directors and funeral homes.
10-19: Board of Landscape Architectural Examiners: Licensing for landscape architects.
10-24: Board of Medical Examiners: Regulations for physicians, physician assistants, and other medical professionals.
10-25: Board of Nursing: Licensing and practice standards for registered nurses (RNs) and licensed practical nurses (LPNs).
10-30: Board of Physical Therapy Examiners: Rules for physical therapists.
10-33: Board of Examiners for the Licensure of Professional Counselors, Marriage and Family Therapists, Addiction Counselors, and Psycho-Educational Specialists: Regulations for these mental health professions.
10-36: Real Estate Appraisers Board: Licensing and conduct for real estate appraisers.
10-37: Real Estate Commission: Licensing and conduct for real estate brokers and salespersons.
10-38: Residential Builders Commission: Licensing for residential builders.
10-42: Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners: Regulations for veterinarians.
10-50: Representation before Department Boards and Commissions: General rules regarding who can represent parties in administrative hearings before LLR's various boards.
For each of these boards, the regulations typically cover:
Licensing Requirements: Education, experience, examination, and application procedures.
Renewal: How to maintain a license, including continuing education requirements.
Fees: Application, examination, and renewal fees.
Scope of Practice: What activities are permitted under each license.
Code of Conduct/Ethics: Professional standards and prohibited acts.
Disciplinary Procedures: Grounds for disciplinary action and the process for investigations and hearings.
II. Other Divisions (not explicitly listed in a comprehensive table, but covered by LLR's overall mandate):
While the most detailed sections are for the individual licensing boards, LLR also oversees:
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA): South Carolina operates its own state OSHA program, so there would be regulations related to workplace safety and health standards.
State Fire Marshal's Office and SC Fire Academy: Regulations pertaining to fire safety codes, fire prevention, and training for firefighters.
Elevators and Amusement Rides: Regulations ensuring the safety of these public attractions.
Child Labor and Wage Disputes: Rules related to child employment and the payment of wages.
Migrant Labor: Regulations concerning the employment and conditions of migrant workers.
In summary, South Carolina Code of Regulations Chapter 10 serves as the comprehensive legal framework for the South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation, governing the licensing, regulation, and enforcement activities across a vast range of professions and industries to protect the public's health, safety, and economic well-being.
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