§ 37.37. References.

 (a)  As part of the application process, an applicant whose experience under §  37.36(2) (relating to eligibility for licensure) includes a minimum of 3 years of professional geological work under the supervision of either a licensed professional geologist or, in the case of work performed prior to February 16, 1993, a qualified geologist who was not licensed, shall give the names and addresses of at least three references who, collectively, can verify the required experience claimed by the applicant and attest to the applicant’s good moral character. Individuals used as references should include either licensed professional geologists under whose direction the applicant has worked or unlicensed geologists who are qualified to evaluate the applicant’s training and experience. The Board will not review an application until three acceptable references have been received.

 (b)  An applicant whose experience under §  37.36(2) includes a minimum of 5 years experience in a responsible position in professional geological work shall give the names and addresses of at least three references who, collectively, can verify the experience claimed by the applicant and attest to the applicant’s good moral character. The Board will not review an application until three acceptable references have been received.

 (c)  If, in the opinion of the Board, references reflect adversely on the applicant’s character or qualifications, the Board may withhold processing the application until an investigation into the applicant’s character or qualifications, or both, is completed. The applicant will be notified in writing of any investigation which is being conducted relative to the content of the applicant’s application. Based upon the results of an investigation, additional references may be required by the Board.

   The provisions of this §  37.37 adopted October 25, 1996, effective October 26, 1996, 26 Pa.B. 5106.