Section 408.30019. Tests; application and approval process; standards.

(1) A provider of a test shall apply for approval by submitting information on an application provided by the bureau. This information shall be evaluated by the commission pursuant to the requirements of this rule.

(2)      Before a full evaluation of the application, the bureau shall determine that the application submitted is complete. If it is incomplete, the applicant shall be notified, in writing, of the deficiency within 15 days of the date the application is received by the bureau. The incomplete application shall be returned to the applicant without prejudice. A subsequent submission shall be treated as a new application.

(3)      An application for approval of tests shall be evaluated for compliance with the act and these rules.

(4)      An application for the approval of a test shall be accompanied by all required

fees.

(5)     An application shall contain all of the following information:

(a)     The name and address of the applicant.

(b)     A statement of the purpose and objective of the test.

(c)     The names and qualifications of the developers of the test.

(d)    The method of securing the test.

(e)     The procedure for administering the test.

(f)    The method of determining successful completion of the test.

(g)     The location of the facility where the test will be conducted.

(h)     A description of the equipment and materials required to administer the test.

(i)     The names of the test administrators or monitors.

(6)     A test shall be in compliance with all of the following standards:

(a)     Admission to a test shall be made in a controlled manner to verify the eligibility

and identity of candidates.

(b)        Records of candidate participation shall be maintained and reported to the bureau at the completion of a test.

(c)        Facilities and equipment shall be suitable and consistent with the purpose, design, and intended outcome of a test.

(7)       There shall be a sufficient number of qualified personnel present to monitor, proctor, evaluate, or administer a test.

(8)       If a test application is disapproved, the bureau shall notify the applicant and provide a written explanation of the reason for disapproval. The disapproved application shall be returned to the applicant.

(9)      Approval of a test shall be evidenced by a test approval report that is prepared by the bureau and issued to the applicant. The report shall include all of the following information:

(a)     Name and address of the applicant.

(b)     Test identification number.

(c)     Period of approval.

(d)    Conditions of approval.

(10)      A test or an amendment thereto which has been approved shall not be altered without prior authorization by the bureau. All changes shall be made a part of the written record of approval. The authorization shall be in writing or be confirmed in writing within 10 days of oral authorization.

(11)      The commission may withdraw the approval of a test when the approval was issued in error or was issued on the basis of incorrect information or when the test is found to be in violation of the rules. Notice of withdrawal of approval shall be in writing and shall set forth the reason for withdrawal of approval. An appeal from withdrawal of approval shall be processed pursuant to the provisions of the administrative procedures act of 1969, 1969 PA 306, MCL 24.201 to 24.328.

History: 1991 AACS; 2013 AACS.