Code of Maine Rules
12 - DEPARTMENT OF LABOR
150 - BLIND AND VISUALLY IMPAIRED DIVISION
Chapter 15 - RULES GOVERNING THE BUSINESS ENTERPRISE PROGRAM
Section 150-15-3 - ISSUANCE AND CONDITIONS OF LICENSES

A. There shall be a six-month probationary period once an individual is assigned to a facility. At successful completion of a six-month probationary period, a permanent license will be issued for an indefinite period of time subject to conditions set forth in this chapter. A License shall be signed by the facility manager and the SLA upon completion of the probationary period. All individuals assigned to a facility will enter into an Operations Agreement with the SLA for that specific location.

B. Probationary period may be extended by the SLA when training or other requirements in BEP Rules have not been completed satisfactorily and documented as such.

C. If an individual fails to complete a probationary period satisfactorily, a permanent license may be denied, and written notice thereof will be provided. The SLA and Individual may develop an action plan including timeline to obtain licensure.

A. A licensed manager who resigns from their position or leaves the BEP in good standing will retain seniority minus time away from BEP if they return to the program. Seniority will resume effective at the time they are assigned to a BEP facility.

B. Individuals will be expected to participate in the BEP training curriculum and satisfactorily complete requirements of BEP.

C. Individuals may request an accelerated training program. Also, a licensed manager who resigns from the program with a letter in good standing and returns within two (2) years of their departure may have training curriculum participation waived, provided they meet the requirements for management and operations of specific type of facility.

D. If an individual is terminated from the BEP, all seniority which they have accumulated and the rights to that license will be forfeited.