Suspension and revocation of certifications

Suspension and revocation of certifications. (1) The department may suspend or revoke any operator’s certificate if the department finds that the operator failed to comply with any of the following: (a) With ch. 285 , Stats., or rules promulgated under that chapter. (b) With conditions of operation made applicable to a facility by the department. (2) The department shall suspend or revoke a certification by issuing an order to the certified operator. The order shall state the reasons for suspension or revocation. (3) Any decision of the department suspending or revoking a certificate may be reviewed in a contested case hearing if the requirements of s. 227.42 , Stats., and ch. NR 2 are met. If a request for a contested case hearing is filed, the suspension or revocation shall be stayed until the department denies the request for hearing or until a final decision is issued following the hearing. (4) A person whose certification has been revoked may be certified provided the person meets the requirements specified in s. NR 499.09 .