Section 19-2-005 - Mediators005.01 The administrator shall require at least 30 hours of training on the mediation process and mediation skills. Upon approval by the administrator, past experience or training may be substituted for all or part of this requirement. Additional update training shall be required.005.02 The administrator shall retain the authority to review the qualifications and performance of any mediator.005.03 No mediator acting under this act shall: 005.03A Provide legal or financial advice to the parties in mediation; except that a mediator may refer a party to alternative sources of professional consultation or assistance. A mediator may not solicit or accept any payment or thing of value, either directly or indirectly, in return for making a referral; or 005.03B Disclose any information or records obtained in connection with the mediation except upon written agreement with the parties.005.04 At the mediation meeting the mediator shall explain to the parties the process and goals of mediation, the rules of conduct for all persons at the mediation meeting, and that the mediator is neutral in the proceeding. The mediator shall inform the parties of any perceived or potential conflict of interest or bias he or she may have.19 Neb. Admin. Code, ch. 2, § 005