What condition can lead to an emergency suspension order being issued by the commissioner or his/her designee?

An emergency suspension order can be issued by the commissioner or their designee in response to a situation characterized as an imminent danger. This refers to a condition that poses a direct and immediate threat to the health and safety of individuals. Imminent danger means that there is a pressing issue that requires urgent action to prevent harm, which could include situations where someone’s life is at risk or severe injury is likely to occur without immediate intervention.

Conditions that are merely considered possible problems, likely dangers, or general threats do not warrant the same level of urgency as those that constitute an imminent danger. Such conditions may require monitoring or management, but they do not elicit the immediate action necessary to protect public safety that an emergency suspension order aims to address. In cases of imminent danger, the swift issuance of a suspension is critical to mitigate risks and protect those affected.