(1) The secretary may deny, suspend, modify or revoke an SEI's recognition when it finds the SEI has:

(a) Violated chapter 18.130 RCW, the Uniform Disciplinary Act;

(b) Failed to:

(i) Maintain EMS certification;

(ii) Update the following personal information with the department as changes occur:

(A) Name;

(B) Address;

(C) Home and work phone numbers;

(iii) Maintain knowledge of current EMS training and certification statutes, WAC, the UDA, and course administration;

(iv) Comply with requirements in WAC 246-976-031(1);

(v) Participate in the instructor candidate evaluation process in an objective and professional manner without cost to the individual being reviewed or evaluated;

(vi) Complete all forms and maintain records in accordance with this chapter;

(vii) Demonstrate all skills and procedures based on current standards;

(viii) Follow the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act; or

(ix) Maintain security on all department-approved examination materials.

(2) The candidate or SEI may request a hearing to contest the secretary's decisions in regard to denial, suspension, modification or revocation of SEI recognition in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act (APA) (chapter 34.05 RCW), the Uniform Disciplinary Act (chapter 18.130 RCW), and chapter 246-10 WAC.