23-928. Investigation by agents


A. For the purpose of making an investigation with regard to any employment or
place of employment, the commission may appoint, by an order in writing, a member of the
commission or any other competent person who is a resident of the state, an agent whose
duties shall be prescribed in the order.


B. In the discharge of his duties, the agent shall have the inquisitorial powers
granted by this chapter to the commission and the same powers with regard to taking
testimony as a referee or master appointed by a superior court. The recommendation made
by such agent shall be advisory only and shall not preclude taking further evidence or
making further investigations.