Code of Massachusetts Regulations 255 CMR - BOARD OF REGISTRATION OF SANITARIANS
The Board of Registration of Sanitarians in Massachusetts is governed by the Code of Massachusetts Regulations (CMR) Title 255, which outlines the standards and procedures for the registration and continuing education of sanitarians.
📘 Overview of 255 CMR
The regulations under 255 CMR are organized as follows:
255 CMR 2.00 – Purpose, Authority, and Definitions: Establishes the foundational authority and definitions pertinent to sanitarians. (mass.gov)
255 CMR 4.00 – Registration as a Sanitarian: Details the qualifications, application process, examinations, and grounds for disciplinary actions related to the registration of sanitarians. (mass.gov)
255 CMR 5.00 – Continuing Education: Specifies the requirements for continuing education necessary for the renewal of a sanitarian's registration. (regulations.justia.com)
🔄 Registration Renewal Requirements
To maintain active registration, sanitarians must:
Complete 12 contact hours (1.2 continuing education units) of continuing education during each one-year period between registration renewals. (regulations.justia.com)
Submit an application for renewal by January 15th each year, including proof of the required continuing education and payment of the renewal fee. (regulations.justia.com)
🧪 Continuing Education Standards
Acceptable continuing education activities include:
Courses or seminars offered by educational institutions granting academic credit.(regulations.justia.com)
Programs, workshops, lectures, or conferences offered by recognized entities.(regulations.justia.com)
Teaching courses, conducting workshops, or delivering lectures.(regulations.justia.com)
Publishing books, chapters, or articles related to public or environmental health. (regulations.justia.com)
For each activity, sanitarians must maintain detailed records, including course titles, dates, locations, and contact hours, to substantiate their continuing education. (regulations.justia.com)
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