What happens if an investigation is related to unskilled practice or unprofessional conduct?

When an investigation is related to unskilled practice or unprofessional conduct, the appropriate course of action is for the Board to proceed with a notification. This process typically involves informing the individual or organization under investigation about the alleged conduct and allowing them an opportunity to respond. This step is crucial as it ensures transparency and fairness in the investigative process, maintaining communication between the Board and the affected parties.

Progressing with a notification helps to uphold professional standards and protect the public interest by addressing potential issues of unskilled practice or unprofessional conduct appropriately. This can lead to further procedures, such as hearings or sanctions, if necessary, based on the findings of the investigation.

In contrast, the other options would not align with the standard protocols followed in professional legislation. Dropping the investigation without due process would undermine accountability, forming a new committee is typically not a required response for specific cases, and immediate suspension is generally reserved for more severe breaches where imminent harm is evident, rather than the exploratory phase of an investigation.