Powers of presiding member.

In connection with the hearing, the presiding member shall, as appropriate: (a) Fix the time and place of the hearing; (b) Order further conferences; (c) Regulate the course of the hearing; (d) Administer oaths and affirmations; (e) Dispose of procedural requests and similar matters; (f) Rule on admissibility of testimony and exhibits; (g) Exclude any person from the hearing for behavior that obstructs the hearing; (h) Authorize and set the time for the filing of briefs or other documents; (i) Grant continuances and extensions of time; (j) Reopen the record; (k) Take any other action in the course of the proceedings consistent with the purpose of this part.