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2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 310-A - Office of Professional Licensure and Certification › Section 310-A:74 - Exemptions.

310-A:74 Exemptions. –
This subdivision shall not be construed to prevent or to affect:
I. The practice of land surveying principles by a licensed professional engineer which shall include those support surveying activities which may be required to aid, verify, or facilitate the sound conception, planning, design, construction, maintenance, and operation of engineering projects by persons licensed under this chapter, but shall exclude the surveying of real property for the establishment or reestablishment of land boundaries, rights-of-way, easements, and the dependent or independent surveys or resurveys of the public land survey system.
II. The work of an employee or a surveyor in training for a person holding a license under this subdivision, or an employee of a person practicing lawfully under paragraph I, done under the direct responsibility, checking, and supervision of a person holding a license under this subdivision or a person practicing lawfully under paragraph I;
III. The practice of officers and employees of the government of the United States while engaged within this state in the practice of land surveying for the government; or
IV. The practice of surveying principles necessary in carrying out forest management practices, including the remarking of established boundaries and the establishment of new interior boundaries of a forest property, but not to include the establishment of boundaries common to another owner where the corners or boundary is unknown.
V. Preparation of mortgage plot plans and mortgage inspection reports, provided that:
(a) Any drawings prepared in connection with such plans or reports shall include the conspicuously-placed legend in 24 point or larger type: "This drawing is not a survey/For mortgage purposes only," or language which is substantially the same.
(b) Any such drawing shall not bear any professional seal.
Source.
1981, 485:1. 1989, 247:24. 1994, 358:9. 1995, 136:29, eff. July 23, 1995; 284:42, 56, eff. Jan. 1, 1996.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 310-A - Office of Professional Licensure and Certification › Section 310-A:75 - Purpose.

310-A:75 Purpose. –
The general court finds it in the best interests of the citizens of the state of New Hampshire to establish the board of natural scientists to certify and regulate the professions of soil scientists and wetland scientists. This certification is to guard the citizens of New Hampshire and the professions from unqualified practitioners of soil science and wetland science and to foster intelligent application of the knowledge of soil properties and wetland characteristics in planning and implementing land use decisions consistent with New Hampshire department of environmental services rules or standards adopted by the board.
Source.
1988, 281:1. 1997, 240:1, eff. July 1, 1997.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 310-A - Office of Professional Licensure and Certification › Section 310-A:76 - Definitions.

310-A:76 Definitions. –
In this subdivision:
I. "Board" means the state board of natural scientists authorized to certify soil scientists and wetland scientists pursuant to this subdivision.
I-a. "Business organization" means any enterprise, whether corporation, partnership, limited liability company, proprietorship, association, business trust, real estate trust, or other form of organization; organized for gain or profit, carrying on any business activity within the state.
II. "Certified soil scientist" means a person who, by reason of special knowledge of pedological principles acquired by professional education and practical experience, as specified by RSA 310-A:84, I and II, is qualified to identify, classify, and prepare soil maps according to the standards of the National Cooperative Soil Survey, or standards adopted by the New Hampshire department of environmental services, or standards adopted by the board, and who has been duly certified by the board.
II-a. "Certified wetland scientist" means a person who, by reason of his or her special knowledge of hydric soils, hydrophytic vegetation, and wetland hydrology acquired by course work and experience, as specified by RSA 310-A:84, II-a and II-b, is qualified to delineate wetland boundaries and to prepare wetland maps; to classify wetlands; to prepare wetland function and value assessments; to design wetland mitigation; to implement wetland mitigation; to monitor wetlands functions and values; and to prepare associated reports, all in accordance with standards for identification of wetlands adopted by the New Hampshire department of environmental services or the United States Army Corps of Engineers or their successors, and who has been duly certified by the board.
III. "Pedological principles" means, but is not limited to, the taxonomic identification, classification, and morphological description of soils as natural bodies.
IV. "Practice of soil science" means any professional service that requires the application of pedological principles to identify, classify, and prepare maps delineating soils according to the standards of the National Cooperative Soil Survey or other standards approved by the board.
Source.
1988, 281:1. 1995, 136:30; 284:43. 1997, 240:2-4. 2010, 179:1, eff. June 21, 2010.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 310-A - Office of Professional Licensure and Certification › Section 310-A:77 - Application.

310-A:77 Application. –
Any person, except as specifically exempted in this subdivision, who practices or offers to practice soil science or wetland science in this state shall be subject to the provisions of this subdivision.
Source.
1988, 281:1. 1997, 240:5. 2004, 116:1, eff. May 17, 2004.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 310-A - Office of Professional Licensure and Certification › Section 310-A:78 - Business Organizations.

310-A:78 Business Organizations. –
I. Nothing in this subdivision shall prohibit one or more soil scientists from practicing soil science through a business organization. In any such entity engaged in the practice of soil science at least one partner, officer, or employee shall be a certified soil scientist, and all maps produced in the practice of soil science shall be signed by a certified soil scientist, who shall be responsible for the accuracy of such maps.
II. Nothing in this subdivision shall prohibit one or more wetland scientists from practicing wetland science through a business organization. In any such entity engaged in the practice of wetland science at least one partner, officer, or employee shall be a certified wetland scientist, and all delineation produced in the practice of wetland science shall be signed by a certified wetland scientist, who shall be responsible for the accuracy of such delineation.
Source.
1988, 281:1. 1995, 284:53. 1997, 240:6, eff. July 1, 1997.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 310-A - Office of Professional Licensure and Certification › Section 310-A:79 - Exemption.

310-A:79 Exemption. –
This subdivision shall not be construed to prevent or to affect:
I. The practice of soil science by a nonresident having no established place of business in this state when such practice does not exceed, in the aggregate, more than 30 working days in any calendar year, provided such person is legally qualified to practice in a state or country in which the requirements and qualifications for obtaining a certificate are not lower than those specified in this subdivision. Practice for any portion of a day shall be deemed to constitute practice for an entire day.
II. The work of an employee or a subordinate of a person holding a certificate under this subdivision, or any employee of a person practicing lawfully under paragraph I, done under the direct supervision of a person holding a certificate under this subdivision or a person practicing lawfully under paragraph I.
III. The practice of officers and employees of the government of the United States or of the state of New Hampshire while engaged within this state in the practice of the profession of soil science or wetland science for the government.
IV. The determination of a hydric soil boundary or test pit evaluation to the extent permitted pursuant to RSA 485-A:35 for the purposes of septic system design or subdivision application pursuant to RSA 485-A or rules adopted under RSA 485-A. For this work, a municipality shall not require qualifications different from those established pursuant to RSA 485-A:35.
V. A homeowner from preparing a plan to provide vehicular and utility access to the homeowner's primary residence within 50 feet from the edge of a traveled way; provided, that he or she complies with rules adopted by the department of environmental services and standards adopted by the board.
Source.
1988, 281:1. 1995, 136:31. 1997, 240:7, 8. 2004, 116:2, eff. May 17, 2004.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 310-A - Office of Professional Licensure and Certification › Section 310-A:80 - Reciprocity.

310-A:80 Reciprocity. –
A nonresident of this state who is certified as a soil scientist or wetland scientist in another state may be certified under this subdivision by filing an application with the board accompanied by a copy of such certification in another state, and by paying a fee to the board, provided the applicant's qualifications meet the requirements of this subdivision and the rules adopted by the board. The board may certify applicants under this section, provided that the other state's licensing requirements are substantially equivalent to, or higher than, those of this state, and provided that the other state certifies New Hampshire soil scientists or wetland scientists under a similar provision.
Source.
1988, 281:1. 1995, 136:32. 1997, 240:9, eff. July 1, 1997.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 310-A - Office of Professional Licensure and Certification › Section 310-A:82 - Rulemaking Authority.

310-A:82 Rulemaking Authority. –
The board shall adopt rules, pursuant to RSA 541-A, relative to:
I. [Repealed.]
II. The qualifications of applicants under RSA 310-A:84, and satisfactory evidence of good professional character.
III. How the applicant shall be examined.
IV. The criteria required for a license to be renewed, including the requirement for continuing education.
V. [Repealed.]
VI. Ethical and professional standards required to be met by each holder of a certificate under this subdivision and how disciplinary actions by the board shall be implemented for violations of these standards.
VII. Matters related to proper administration of this subdivision.
Source.
1988, 281:1. 1997, 240:14. 2014, 174:8, eff. Sept. 9, 2014. 2021, 197:136, 137, II, eff. July 1, 2021.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 310-A - Office of Professional Licensure and Certification › Section 310-A:83 - Additional Powers.

310-A:83 Additional Powers. –
The board shall adopt and have an official seal. The board shall have the power to subpoena witnesses and compel, by subpoena duces tecum, the production of books, papers, and documents in a case involving the revocation of registration. Any member of the board may administer oaths or affirmations to witnesses appearing before the board. Such subpoenas issued by any member of the board or by any justice of the peace shall have the same effect as though issued for appearance before the superior court.
Source.
1988, 281:1, eff. June 30, 1988.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 310-A - Office of Professional Licensure and Certification › Section 310-A:85 - Apprentice.

310-A:85 Apprentice. –
I. To be eligible for recognition as an apprentice soil scientist, a person shall have the following qualifications:
(a) Be of responsible character;
(b) Have completed the formal education under RSA 310-A:84, I; and
(c) Be in training to become a certified soil scientist and be engaged in the practice of soil science under the direct supervision of a certified soil scientist who is performing soil science work.
II. To be eligible for recognition as an apprentice wetland scientist, a person shall have the following qualifications:
(a) Be of responsible character;
(b) Have completed the formal education under RSA 310-A:84, II-a; and
(c) Be in training to become a certified wetland scientist and be engaged in the practice of wetland science under the direct supervision of a certified wetland scientist who is performing wetland science work.
Source.
1988, 281:1. 1997, 240:18, eff. July 1, 1997.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 310-A - Office of Professional Licensure and Certification › Section 310-A:86 - Certification Procedure.

310-A:86 Certification Procedure. –
I. Application for certification shall be on forms prescribed and furnished by the board. Such forms shall include the applicant's educational background, including transcripts from educational institutions attended, a detailed work experience history, and such other information as the board may by rule require. All applications shall be signed under oath by the applicant.
II. Any person who has successfully passed the examination or has otherwise qualified as a certified soil scientist, apprentice soil scientist, certified wetland scientist, or apprentice wetland scientist, shall, upon payment of a fee, be issued a certificate attesting that the applicant is a certified soil scientist, apprentice soil scientist, certified wetland scientist, or apprentice wetland scientist.
III. Applications that meet the requirements of RSA 310-A:84 shall be approved.
Source.
1988, 281:1. 1997, 240:19, eff. July 1, 1997.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 310-A - Office of Professional Licensure and Certification › Section 310-A:87 - Certificates.

310-A:87 Certificates. –
Certificates shall show the full name of the certified soil scientist, apprentice soil scientist, certified wetland scientist, or apprentice wetland scientist and have a serial number. Each certified soil scientist or certified wetland scientist shall obtain a seal of the design authorized by the board bearing the name of the certified individual, the legend "Certified Soil Scientist" or "Certified Wetland Scientist," as appropriate, and a place for the certified individual's signature. Plans and reports prepared by a certified individual shall be stamped with the seal and signed by the certified individual during the life of the certificate.
Source.
1988, 281:1. 1995, 136:35. 1997, 240:20, eff. July 1, 1997. 2021, 197:177, eff. July 1, 2021.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 310-A - Office of Professional Licensure and Certification › Section 310-A:88 - Expiration.

310-A:88 Expiration. –
A certification shall expire on the last day of the certificate holder's month of birth in the year 2 years following the year of issuance.
Source.
1988, 281:1. 1989, 247:25, eff. July 1, 1989.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 310-A - Office of Professional Licensure and Certification › Section 310-A:89 - Certificate Renewal.

310-A:89 Certificate Renewal. –
Certificates may be renewed by written application prior to the expiration date and by payment of the prescribed renewal fee. The secretary shall notify each certified individual one month prior to expiration of such certificate.
Source.
1988, 281:1. 1995, 136:36. 1997, 240:21, eff. July 1, 1997.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 310-A - Office of Professional Licensure and Certification › Section 310-A:90 - Failure to Renew.

310-A:90 Failure to Renew. –
Failure to remit the biennial renewal fee when due shall automatically cancel the certification. If properly renewed, a certification shall remain in effect continuously from the date of issuance, unless suspended or revoked by the board for just cause. A person whose certification is cancelled for such failure may reinstate such certification by paying, within one year of cancellation, all fees due, plus a late fee as established by the board.
Source.
1988, 281:1. 1995, 136:36, eff. July 23, 1995.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 310-A - Office of Professional Licensure and Certification › Section 310-A:91 - Repealed by 1997, 240:28, II, eff. July 1, 1997.

310-A:91 Repealed by 1997, 240:28, II, eff. July 1, 1997. –
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 310-A - Office of Professional Licensure and Certification › Section 310-A:92 - Fees.

310-A:92 Fees. –
I. The board shall adopt rules under RSA 541-A which establish fees for the following:
(a) Application for examination.
(b) Application for certification without examination.
(c) Application for certification by reciprocity.
(d) Application for certification upon examination.
(e) Biennial renewal for individuals certified under this subdivision.
(f) Application for certification as an apprentice soil scientist or apprentice wetland scientist.
(g) Late reinstatement fee for a late renewal.
(h) Replacement of lost or mutilated certificate.
II. The fees established by the board shall be sufficient to produce estimated revenues equal to 125 percent of the direct operating expenses of the board budgeted for the biennium in which they will apply.
Source.
1988, 281:1. 1997, 240:22. 2009, 22:1. 2014, 269:7, eff. July 1, 2014.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 310-A - Office of Professional Licensure and Certification › Section 310-A:93 - Disciplinary Action.

310-A:93 Disciplinary Action. –
I. [Repealed.]
II. Misconduct sufficient to support disciplinary proceedings under this section shall include:
(a) The practice of fraud or deceit in procuring or attempting to procure a certificate to practice under this subdivision.
(b) Conviction of a felony or any offense involving moral turpitude.
(c) Any unprofessional conduct, or dishonorable conduct unworthy of, and affecting the practice of soil science or wetland science.
(d) Unfitness or incompetency by reason of negligence or willful misconduct by a certified soil scientist or certified wetland scientist in the performance of professional duties.
(e) Addiction to the use of alcohol or other habit-forming drugs to a degree which renders the person unfit to practice under this subdivision.
(f) [Repealed.]
(g) Willful or repeated violation of the provisions of this subdivision.
(h) Suspension or revocation of a certificate, similar to one issued under this subdivision, in another jurisdiction which was not reinstated.
III. [Repealed.]
Source.
1988, 281:1. 1995, 136:37. 1997, 240:23, 28, I, eff. July 1, 1997. 2023, 212:57, I, eff. Oct. 3, 2023.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 310-A - Office of Professional Licensure and Certification › Section 310-A:94 - Repealed by 2023, 212:57, II, eff. Oct. 3, 2023.

310-A:94 Repealed by 2023, 212:57, II,  eff. Oct. 3, 2023. –
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 310-A - Office of Professional Licensure and Certification › Section 310-A:95 - Violations; Penalties.

310-A:95 Violations;  Penalties. –
Any person who practices or offers to practice soil science or wetland science in this state for others without a certificate in accordance with this subdivision, or any person presenting or attempting to use the certificate or seal of another, or any person who gives any false or forged evidence of any kind to the board or to any board member in obtaining or attempting to obtain a certificate, or any person who falsely impersonates any other certified soil scientist or certified wetland scientist, or any person who attempts to use an expired or nonexistent or revoked certificate or authorization, or any person who violates any of the provisions of this subdivision, shall be guilty of a class B misdemeanor if a natural person, or guilty of a felony if any other person.
Source.
1988, 281:1. 1995, 284:47. 1997, 240:24, eff. July 1, 1997.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 310-A - Office of Professional Licensure and Certification › Section 310-A:96 - Restraint of Violations.

310-A:96 Restraint of Violations. –
The superior court shall have jurisdiction in equity to restrain violations of RSA 310-A:95 on proceedings brought by the attorney general, the board, or any society of certified soil scientists or certified wetland scientists duly incorporated under the laws of this state.
Source.
1988, 281:1. 1997, 240:25, eff. July 1, 1997.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 310-A - Office of Professional Licensure and Certification › Section 310-A:97 - Repealed by 2007, 300:7, I, eff. July 1, 2007.

310-A:97 Repealed by 2007, 300:7, I, eff. July 1, 2007. –
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 310-A - Office of Professional Licensure and Certification › Section 310-A:98 - General Provisions.

310-A:98 General Provisions. –
I. It shall be a class B misdemeanor for any person to practice for compensation or offer to practice for compensation in this state, the profession of forestry, as defined in this subdivision, or to use in connection with a name or otherwise assume, use, or advertise any title or description tending to convey the impression that such person is a forester, unless such person has been duly licensed or is exempt from licensing under the provisions of this subdivision.
II. Nothing in this subdivision, however, shall be construed as requiring any person, business organization, state university, department or agency of any branch of government to be licensed pursuant to this subdivision in order to practice forestry on their own lands.
III. Nothing in this subdivision shall be construed as requiring any person to be licensed pursuant to this subdivision in order to carry out forest practices as an employee of a licensed forester and acting under the direct supervision of such licensed forester.
IV. Nothing in this section shall be construed as requiring any person to be licensed under this subdivision if that person is engaged in activities incidental to the practice of forestry as defined in RSA 310-A:99, III, provided, however, that such person does not represent that the person is a forester as defined in RSA 310-A:99, I. Such incidental activities shall include: timber harvesting, agriculture, wildlife management, land use planning, arboriculture, procurement of forest resources to supply concerns dependent on those forest resources, and any other activity or occupation determined by the board to be incidental to the practice of forestry.
Source.
1990, 166:5. 1995, 136:38, eff. July 23, 1995; 284:53, 54, eff. Jan. 1, 1996.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 310-A - Office of Professional Licensure and Certification › Section 310-A:99 - Definitions.

310-A:99 Definitions. –
As used in this chapter:
I. "Business organization" means any enterprise, whether corporation, partnership, limited liability company, proprietorship, association, business trust, real estate trust, or other form of organization; organized for gain or profit, carrying on any business activity within the state.
I-a. "Forester" means a person who practices forestry and is licensed under this subdivision, or a person specifically exempted from licensure under RSA 310-A:98, II.
II. "Forestry" means the science of silviculture and the practice and art of managing and using for human benefit forestlands and the natural resources that occur in association with forestlands, including trees, other plants, animals, soil, water, and related air and climate.
III. "Practice of forestry" includes, but is not limited to, services related to a wooded area such as consultation, investigation, evaluation, the development of management plans, timber appraisal and the responsibility for the supervision of silviculture, utilization, protection and other forest-related activities, consistent with all state laws applicable to the harvesting and transport of forest products.
Source.
1990, 166:5. 1995, 284:48, eff. Jan. 1, 1996.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 310-A - Office of Professional Licensure and Certification › Section 310-A:101 - Procedures.

310-A:101 Procedures. –
The records of the board shall be prima facie evidence of the proceedings of the board, and a transcript of such records certified by the secretary of the board under seal shall be admissible in evidence with the same force and effect as if the original were produced. The board shall have the power to subpoena witnesses and compel, by subpoena duces tecum, the production of books, papers, and documents in its investigation of complaints under this subdivision. Any member of the board may administer oaths or affirmations to witnesses appearing before the board. Such subpoenas issued by the board shall have the same effect as though issued for appearance before the superior court.
Source.
1990, 166:5, eff. June 30, 1991.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 310-A - Office of Professional Licensure and Certification › Section 310-A:102 - Rulemaking.

310-A:102 Rulemaking. –
Pursuant to RSA 541-A, the board shall make rules reasonably necessary for the proper performance of its duties and the conduct of the proceedings brought before it, so long as such rules do not conflict with the constitution and laws of the state of New Hampshire. Such rulemaking authority includes, but is not limited to:
I. [Repealed.]
II. Qualifications of applicants in addition to those requirements already set forth, including satisfactory evidence of good professional character.
III. Examination procedures.
IV. Renewal criteria, including requirements for continuing education.
V. [Repealed.]
VI. Ethical and professional standards to be met by each license holder under this subdivision.
VII. Rules necessary to implement the provisions of RSA 310-A:98, IV.
VIII. Establishment of administrative fines for violations of this subdivision.
Source.
1990, 166:5. 1996, 142:1. 2014, 174:9, eff. Sept. 9, 2014. 2021, 197:139, 140, II, eff. July 1, 2021. 2023, 212:43, eff. Oct. 3, 2023.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 310-A - Office of Professional Licensure and Certification › Section 310-A:103 - Disclosure.

310-A:103 Disclosure. –
To ensure compliance with ethical standards established by the board, under RSA 310-A:102, VI, when dealing with the public, foresters shall:
I. Identify clearly themselves, their employer, and in whose interest they are working.
II. Disclose fully any financial or purchase interest they or their employer may have in the land or timber which they are working.
III. Disclose fully all direct or indirect costs or obligations of services provided, including hourly or daily rates and commissions, as well as exclusive contracts to sell forest products to certain individuals or firms.
IV. Provide complete services requested by landowners or disclose clearly that such services cannot be provided.
Source.
1990, 166:5, eff. June 30, 1991.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 310-A - Office of Professional Licensure and Certification › Section 310-A:104 - Qualifications for License.

310-A:104 Qualifications for License. –
Applicants for licensure as foresters shall qualify under one of the following categories:
I. Possession of a 4-year forestry degree and 2 years experience of a nature satisfactory to the board. The board may require an applicant to pass an oral or written examination, or otherwise meet the approval of the board.
II. Possession of a 2-year forestry degree and 4 years experience of a nature satisfactory to the board. The board may require an applicant to pass an oral or written examination, or otherwise meet the approval of the board.
III. Possession of a 4-year degree in a related field and 4 years experience of a nature satisfactory to the board. The board may require an applicant to pass an oral or written examination, or otherwise meet the approval of the board.
IV. Possession of a 2-year degree in a related field and 6 years experience of a nature satisfactory to the board. The board may require an applicant to pass an oral or written examination, or otherwise meet the approval of the board.
V. There shall be no minimum educational requirement for licensure as a forester for applicants who have 8 years of experience within the last 10 years of a nature satisfactory to the board. The applicant shall be required to pass an oral or written exam, or otherwise meet the approval of the board.
Source.
1990, 166:5. 1996, 142:2, eff. July 23, 1996.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 310-A - Office of Professional Licensure and Certification › Section 310-A:105 - Applications; Fees.

310-A:105 Applications;  Fees. –
Applications for licensing shall be made on forms prescribed and furnished by the board, and shall contain statements made under oath as to citizenship, residence, the applicant's education, a detailed summary of the applicant's technical experience, and shall contain the names of not less than 5 references, 3 or more of whom shall be individuals having personal or professional knowledge of the applicant's forestry experience. The fee for a license as a forester shall be fixed by the board. One-half of the fee shall accompany the application, the balance to be paid before the issuance of the license. Should the applicant fail to remit the remaining balance within 30 days after being notified by certified mail, return receipt requested, that the application has been accepted, the applicant shall forfeit the right to have the license issued and the applicant may be required to again submit an original application and pay an original fee on such application. Should the board deny the issuance of a license to any applicant, the fee deposited shall be retained by the board as an application fee.
Source.
1990, 166:5. 1995, 136:39, eff. July 23, 1995; 284:50, eff. Jan. 1, 1996.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 310-A - Office of Professional Licensure and Certification › Section 310-A:106 - Examination; Re-Examination; Fee.

310-A:106 Examination;  Re-Examination;  Fee. –
The methods and procedure for written and oral examinations shall be prescribed by the board. A candidate failing an examination may apply for re-examination at the expiration of 6 months and shall be entitled to one re-examination without payment of an additional fee. Subsequent re-examinations may be granted upon payment of a fee to be fixed by the board.
Source.
1990, 166:5. 2014, 174:10, eff. Sept. 9, 2014.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 310-A - Office of Professional Licensure and Certification › Section 310-A:107 - Issuance of License; Endorsement of Documents.

310-A:107 Issuance of License;  Endorsement of Documents. –
The board shall issue a license upon payment of the fee as provided in this subdivision to any applicant, who, in the opinion of the board, has satisfactorily met all the requirements of this subdivision. Licenses shall show the full name of the licensee and shall have a serial number. The issuance of a license by the board shall be evidence that the person named in the license is entitled to all rights and privileges of a licensed forester while such license remains unrevoked or unexpired. Plans, maps, and reports issued by the licensee shall be endorsed with the licensee's name and license number during the life of the license. It shall be a class B misdemeanor for anyone to endorse any document with such name and license number after the license of the named licensee has expired or has been revoked, unless said license has been renewed or reissued. It shall be a class B misdemeanor for any licensed forester to endorse any plan, map or report unless the licensed forester shall have actually prepared such plan, map or report, or shall have been in the actual charge of the preparation of the same.
Source.
1990, 166:5. 1995, 136:40, eff. July 23, 1995; 284:51, eff. Jan. 1, 1996. 2021, 197:178, eff. July 1, 2021.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 310-A - Office of Professional Licensure and Certification › Section 310-A:108 - Expiration.

310-A:108 Expiration. –
All licenses issued by the board shall expire on the last day of the month of the licensee's birth in the year 2 years following the year of issuance.
Source.
1990, 166:5. 2011, 64:1, eff. July 1, 2011.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 310-A - Office of Professional Licensure and Certification › Section 310-A:109 - License Renewal.

310-A:109 License Renewal. –
Licenses may be renewed by written application prior to the expiration date and by payment of the prescribed renewal fee. The secretary shall notify each forester one month prior to the expiration of such certificate. The applicant shall submit proof of completion of 20 hours of continuing education approved by the board at the time of license renewal, together with a record of any legal action brought against the applicant for services as a forester.
Source.
1990, 166:5. 1995, 136:41, eff. July 23, 1995.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 310-A - Office of Professional Licensure and Certification › Section 310-A:110 - Failure to Renew.

310-A:110 Failure to Renew. –
Failure to remit the biennial renewal fee when due or failure to submit proof of required continuing education shall automatically cancel the license. If properly renewed, a license shall remain in effect continuously from the date of issuance, unless suspended or revoked by the board for just cause. A person whose license is cancelled for such failure may reinstate such license by paying, within one year of cancellation, all fees due, plus a late fee as established by the board, provided continuing education requirements have been met.
Source.
1990, 166:5. 1995, 136:41, eff. July 23, 1995.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 310-A - Office of Professional Licensure and Certification › Section 310-A:111 - Reciprocity.

310-A:111 Reciprocity. –
Reciprocity shall be granted to foresters from states whose requirements, in the judgment of the board, are comparable to the requirements of this subdivision.
Source.
1990, 166:5, eff. June 30, 1991.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 310-A - Office of Professional Licensure and Certification › Section 310-A:112 - Disciplinary Action.

310-A:112 Disciplinary Action. –
I. [Repealed.]
II. Misconduct sufficient to support disciplinary proceedings under this section shall include:
(a) The practice of fraud or deceit in procuring or attempting to procure a license to practice under this subdivision.
(b) Conviction of a felony or any offense involving moral turpitude.
(c) Any unprofessional conduct, or conduct unworthy of, and affecting the practice of forestry.
(d) Unfitness or incompetency by reason of negligent habits or other causes; or negligent or willful acts performed in a manner inconsistent with the interests of persons relying on the professional expertise of the forester.
(e) Mental or physical incompetency to practice under this subdivision.
(f) Willful or repeated violation of the provisions of this subdivision.
(g) Suspension or revocation of a license, issued in another jurisdiction and similar to one issued under this subdivision, which was not reinstated.
III. [Repealed.]
Source.
1990, 166:5. 1995, 136:42, eff. July 23, 1995. 2023, 212:44, I, eff. Oct. 3, 2023.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 310-A - Office of Professional Licensure and Certification › Section 310-A:113 - Repealed by 2023, 212:44, II, eff. Oct. 3, 2023.

310-A:113 Repealed by 2023, 212:44, II, eff. Oct. 3, 2023. –
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 310-A - Office of Professional Licensure and Certification › Section 310-A:113-a - Additional Powers; Subpoenas.

310-A:113-a Additional Powers;  Subpoenas. –
The board shall have the power to subpoena witnesses and compel, by subpoena duces tecum, the production of books, papers, and documents in a case involving the suspension or revocation of licensure. Any member of the board may administer oaths or affirmations to witnesses appearing before the board.
Source.
1996, 142:3, eff. July 23, 1996.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 310-A - Office of Professional Licensure and Certification › Section 310-A:114 - Violations; Penalty.

310-A:114 Violations;  Penalty. –
Any person who practices or offers to practice forestry in this state for others for compensation without a license in accordance with this subdivision, or any person presenting or attempting to use the license or seal of another, or any person who gives any false or forged evidence of any kind to the board or to any board member in obtaining or attempting to obtain a license, or any person who falsely impersonates any other licensed forester, or any person who attempts to use an expired or nonexistent or revoked license, or any person who violates any of the provisions of this subdivision, shall be guilty of a class B misdemeanor if a natural person, or guilty of a felony if any other person. The board may also impose administrative fines for violations of this subdivision in accordance with rules adopted under RSA 310-A:102, VIII which shall not exceed $2,000 per offense, or in the case of a continuing offense, $250 for each day the violation continues.
Source.
1990, 166:5. 1995, 284:52. 1996, 142:4, eff. Jan. 1, 1997.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 310-A - Office of Professional Licensure and Certification › Section 310-A:115 - Restraint of Violations.

310-A:115 Restraint of Violations. –
The superior court shall have jurisdiction in equity to restrain violations of this subdivision on proceedings brought by the attorney general, the board, or any society of licensed foresters duly incorporated under the laws of this state.
Source.
1990, 166:5, eff. June 30, 1991.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 310-A - Office of Professional Licensure and Certification › Section 310-A:116 - Administrative Costs.

310-A:116 Administrative Costs. –
The fees established by the board under this subdivision shall be sufficient to produce estimated revenues equal to 125 percent of the estimated direct operating expenses of the board budgeted for the biennium in which they will apply.
Source.
1990, 166:5. 2014, 269:8, eff. July 1, 2014.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 310-A - Office of Professional Licensure and Certification › Section 310-A:117 - Real Estate Broker or Appraiser Credentials Not Necessary.

310-A:117 Real Estate Broker or Appraiser Credentials Not Necessary. –
Notwithstanding any other provision of law, foresters licensed under this subdivision shall not be required to be licensed, certified, or registered under RSA 331-A or as real estate appraisers.
Source.
1990, 166:5, eff. June 30, 1991.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 310-A - Office of Professional Licensure and Certification › Section 310-A:118 - Definitions.

310-A:118 Definitions. –
In this subdivision:
I. "Board" means the board of professional geologists.
II. "Business organization" means any enterprise, whether corporation, partnership, limited liability company, proprietorship, association, business trust, real estate trust, or other form of organization; organized for gain or profit, carrying on any business activity within the state.
III. "Geology" means the science dealing with the study of the earth, its origin, history, physical features and content; the investigation and interpretation of the earth's constituents including, but not limited to, its rocks, unconsolidated materials, minerals, solids, fluids, and gases, and of the natural and induced processes and forces acting on the earth; the geologic mapping of the earth's constituents and features, and the results of various processes and forces that have acted on the earth; and the geological application of the information derived from such study in the furtherance of the health, safety and welfare of the public and the environment.
IV. "Licensed professional geologist" means a person who, by reason of advanced knowledge of geology and the supporting physical and life sciences, acquired by education and experience, is technically and legally qualified to engage in the practice of geology as defined in this section and has successfully passed the examination as may be required in this subdivision and who is licensed by the board or otherwise authorized by this subdivision to engage in the practice of the profession of geology.
V. "Practice of the profession of geology" or "practice of geology" means the performance of work defined as geology in this subdivision including, but not limited to researching, investigating, consulting, geological mapping, describing the natural processes that act upon the earth's materials, predicting the probable occurrence of natural resources, predicting and locating natural or man-induced phenomena which may be useful or hazardous to mankind recognizing, determining and evaluating geological factors, and the inspection and performance of geological work and the responsible supervision thereof in furtherance of the health, safety, and welfare of the public and the environment. The term shall not include the application of geologic information in the identification or determination of engineered solutions to protect the health, safety, and welfare of the public and the environment. The term shall not include the practice of engineering, land surveying, architecture, soil science or wetland science for which separate licensure or certification is required.
VI. "Responsible charge of work" means the independent control, supervision and direction of work requiring the use of initiative, skill, and judgment.
Source.
2000, 297:3, eff. Aug. 20, 2000.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 310-A - Office of Professional Licensure and Certification › Section 310-A:119 - Purpose.

310-A:119 Purpose. –
In order to safeguard life, health, property, and the environment and to promote public welfare, the practice of geology in this state shall be regulated by the board of professional geologists.
Source.
2000, 297:3, eff. Aug. 20, 2000.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 310-A - Office of Professional Licensure and Certification › Section 310-A:121 - Rulemaking; Fees.

310-A:121 Rulemaking;  Fees. –
I. The board shall adopt rules, pursuant to RSA 541-A, relative to:
(a) [Repealed.]
(b) The qualifications of applicants in accordance with applicable statutes, and the ethical standards required for licensure;
(c) The examination procedures in accordance with applicable statutes;
(d) License renewal, including requirements for continuing education;
(e) Ethical and professional standards required to be met by each holder of a license under this subdivision and how disciplinary actions by the board shall be implemented for violations of these standards;
(f) [Repealed.]
(g) The design of an official seal;
(h) What constitutes geology experience for the purposes of RSA 310-A:125;
(i) Procedures for a waiver of the fundamentals of geology examination under RSA 310-A:129; and
(j) Interstate licensure and temporary permits under RSA 310-A:131.
II. [Repealed.]
III. [Repealed.]
Source.
2000, 297:3. 2009, 22:2. 2014, 174:11, eff. Sept. 9, 2014; 269:9, eff. July 1, 2014. 2021, 197:143, II, eff. July 1, 2021. 2023, 212:59, I, eff. Oct. 3, 2023.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 310-A - Office of Professional Licensure and Certification › Section 310-A:122 - Immunity From Civil Liability.

310-A:122 Immunity From Civil Liability. –
No action or other legal proceedings for damages shall be instituted against the board or any member or employee of the board for any act done in good faith or for any neglect or default in the performance or exercise in good faith of any such duty or power.
Source.
2000, 297:3, eff. Aug. 20, 2000.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 310-A - Office of Professional Licensure and Certification › Section 310-A:123 - Repealed by 2021, 197:143, III, eff. July 1, 2021.

310-A:123 Repealed by 2021, 197:143, III, eff. July 1, 2021. –
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 310-A - Office of Professional Licensure and Certification › Section 310-A:124 - Licensure.

310-A:124 Licensure. –
No person shall practice professional geology or represent oneself as a professional geologist who is not licensed by the board or whose license expired, or was canceled, suspended, or revoked, except as otherwise provided in this subdivision. Licensure to practice geology shall not be required until after the one-year period set forth in RSA 310-A:125, II has ended.
Source.
2000, 297:3, eff. Aug. 20, 2000.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 310-A - Office of Professional Licensure and Certification › Section 310-A:126 - Ethical Standards.

310-A:126 Ethical Standards. –
No person shall be eligible for licensure as a professional geologist who does not meet the ethical standards of the profession as set forth in the Code of Ethics of the American Institute of Professional Geologists, or other standards adopted by the board.
Source.
2000, 297:3, eff. Aug. 20, 2000.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 310-A - Office of Professional Licensure and Certification › Section 310-A:127 - Continuing Education.

310-A:127 Continuing Education. –
Evidence satisfactory to the board of the completion in each biennial renewal period of a minimum of 24 hours of continuing education shall be required for license renewal. The board shall identify the types of educational courses and activities that would further the professional competence of licensees. In general, the continuing education credits shall be determined on the basis of one credit for each contact hour of course instruction or professional development activity actually attended by a licensee.
I. Applications for licensure shall be made using the method prescribed and furnished by the office of professional licensure and certification. Applications shall contain statements made under oath, showing the applicant's education and a detailed summary of the applicant's technical work, and shall contain not less than 5 references, of whom at least 3 shall be professional geologists having personal knowledge of the applicant's professional experience.
II. References relating to experience in the practice of geology performed prior to the effective date of this subdivision may be provided by either a professional geologist or a person determined by the board to be of equivalent ethical standards, education, and experience who may or may not have been licensed.
III. If the board denies the issuance of a license or a temporary permit to any applicant, any initial fee deposited shall be retained as an application fee.
Source.
2000, 297:3, eff. Aug. 20, 2000. 2021, 197:142, eff. July 1, 2021.