Alabama Administrative Code Title 380 - ALABAMA BOARD OF REGISTRATION FOR FORESTERS
Here’s a detailed overview of Alabama Administrative Code, Title 380 – Alabama Board of Registration for Foresters (ASBRF):
🏛️ Overview of Title 380
Agency: Alabama Board of Registration for Foresters (ASBRF)
Establishment: Founded in 1957
Mission: To protect the public by regulating the practice of forestry in Alabama
Legal Foundation: Code of Alabama 1975, §34-12-1 et seq. (asbrf.alabama.gov, admincode.legislature.state.al.us)
📘 Chapter Breakdown
Chapter 380-X-1 – Organization, Request for Information
Board Composition: Comprises five registered foresters appointed by the Governor, each serving a five-year term.
Primary Functions: Includes examination, licensing, renewal, revocation, and maintenance of a roster of registered foresters.
Meetings: Held quarterly in Montgomery; special meetings may be called as needed.
Public Access: Procedures for requesting information and confidentiality of applicant files are outlined.
Rulemaking: Details the process for adopting, amending, or repealing rules.
Fees: Specifies fees for various services, including license applications and reciprocity. (admincode.legislature.state.al.us, law.cornell.edu)
Chapter 380-X-2 – Conduct of Board Members
Confidentiality: Board members are prohibited from discussing board business outside of official meetings, except with other members.
Approval of Publications: Requires prepublication board approval for any articles or materials concerning board policy. (regulations.justia.com, regulations.vlex.com)
Chapter 380-X-3 – Licensing Procedures
Experience Requirements: Outlines the necessary experience after graduation from a forestry curriculum.
Application Process: Details the administration of applications and notification procedures for examinations.
License Management: Covers procedures for license expiration, renewal, and reissuance.
Continuing Education: Addresses requirements for continuing education and documentation.
Testing Violations: Specifies actions related to testing violations. (admincode.legislature.state.al.us, regulations.vlex.com, law.cornell.edu)
Chapter 380-X-4 – Reciprocity
Interstate Recognition: Establishes criteria for granting reciprocity to foresters licensed in other states.
Interim Permits: Provides guidelines for interim permits for applicants awaiting reciprocity approval.
Military Spouses: Includes provisions for spouses of active-duty military personnel. (law.cornell.edu, regulations.vlex.com)
Chapter 380-X-5 – Violations
Unlicensed Practice: Procedures for handling alleged violations regarding the practice of forestry without a license.
Professional Misconduct: Addresses alleged violations by registered foresters. (regulations.vlex.com, law.cornell.edu)
Chapter 380-X-6 – Policy Statements
Supervision and Practice: Clarifies the interpretation of "supervision" and "comparable" under specific sections of the Code of Alabama.
Continuing Education: Outlines policies related to continuing education requirements.
Notarized Statements: Specifies requirements for notarized statements of supervision.
Timber Sales: Addresses arrangements for the sale of standing timber by owners. (regulations.vlex.com)
Appendix A – Forms
Documentation: Provides forms related to applications, renewals, and other board-related processes.
📌 Additional Resources
Official Website: Alabama State Board of Registration for Foresters
Administrative Code Access: Casetext – Title 380
Regulations Overview: Justia – Title 380(asbrf.alabama.gov, casetext.com)
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