Okla. Admin. Code § 35:25-3-6

Current through Vol. 42, No. 4, November 1, 2024

Section 35:25-3-6 - Laboratory Licenses

(a)Obtaining licenses. Licenses may be obtained only upon application to the Oklahoma State Department of Agriculture on forms provided by that department and upon payment of the prescribed $100.00 fee and upon satisfactory Bonding arrangement with the Oklahoma State Department of Agriculture.

(b)Specific capabilities. Laboratories will be licensed to perform measurement services in one or more specific category of capability, such as electrical, optics, dimensions, mechanics, temperature or any other discipline adopted by the National Conference on Weights and Measures.

(c)Initial evaluation. Licenses will be issued to applicants only after facilities and systems have been examined by an authorized agent of the Oklahoma State Department of Agriculture to ascertain that:

(1) Standards used by the applicant are currently traceable to the National Bureau of Standards.

(2) Personnel performing calibration tests are capable. Personnel may be required to furnish adequate proof of capability.

(3) Satisfactory laboratory procedures are available.

(d)Periodic re-evaluation. Licensed laboratories will be reevaluated on an annual basis, by an authorized agent of the Oklahoma State Department of Agriculture, to the extent deemed necessary to verify that the laboratory continues to meet the requirements for licensing.

(e)Expiration and renewal of licenses. Licenses will expire on June 30 of the year following date of issue. Renewal shall be made by submission of the required forms provided by OSDA and payment of the $100 annual fee.

(f)Revocation of licenses. A license shall be revoked if a laboratory fails to meet the necessary licensing requirements. Adequate notice (usually 30 days) shall be furnished by OSDA of intent to revoke a license stating deficiency(ies) and recommended remedy(ies).

Okla. Admin. Code § 35:25-3-6