Ala. Admin. Code r. 798-X-1-.01

Current through Register Vol. 43, No. 1, October 31, 2024

Section 798-X-1-.01 - Purpose

(1) As stated in Sections 34-27B-1, et. seq., Code of Ala. 1975, the law for the regulation of the profession of respiratory therapy and the establishment of the Alabama State Board of Respiratory Therapy (ASBRT), the purpose of this law and the ASBRT is to provide for the competency examination and licensing of persons administering respiratory therapy and provide for waivers for examinations and licensing; create and provide for the membership, terms, meetings, powers, duties, and responsibilities of the Alabama State Board of Respiratory Therapy; require mandatory continuing education for continued renewal of licensure; provide for fees and create a separate fund; provide for causes and procedure for disciplinary action; prohibit certain acts, including false representation of licensure; make an appropriation from the fund to the Board; establish penalties for violations.

(2) The practice of respiratory therapy in Alabama affects the public health, safety, and welfare of the citizens of Alabama. It, therefore, should be subject to regulation and control, in the public interest to protect the citizenry against the unauthorized, unqualified, and improper administration of respiratory therapy and from unprofessional or unethical conduct by persons licensed to practice respiratory therapy.

Author: The Alabama State Board of Respiratory Therapy

Ala. Admin. Code r. 798-X-1-.01

New Rule: Filed May 16, 2005; refilled August 10, 2005; effective September 14, 2005.

Statutory Authority:Code of Ala. 1975, §§ 34-27B-1 thru 34-27B-17.