[§396-4.5]  Certification of safety and
health professionals.  (a)  Only individuals receiving certification from
the department as safety and health professionals shall be qualified to certify
that an employer:



(1)  Has an effective safety and health program; and



(2)  Qualifies for a reduction in workers'
compensation insurance premiums under section 431:14-103(b).



(b)  Certification as a safety and health
professional shall be:



(1)  Issued to an individual only; and



(2)  Renewable.



(c)  Certificates issued under this section may
be revoked or suspended by the director on any grounds specified in rules
adopted under this chapter. [L 1995, c 234, §3]