When may the board take disciplinary actions against a registrant?

The board may take disciplinary actions against a registrant primarily for violations of practice standards. These standards serve as the ethical and professional guidelines that govern the conduct of registrants in their practice. When a registrant fails to adhere to these established standards, it can affect the integrity of the profession and the safety and welfare of the public.

Disciplinary actions are typically reserved for violations that have substantive implications on a registrant's ability to practice safely and competently. This can include actions such as malpractice, unethical behavior, or non-compliance with regulatory requirements established to protect patients and ensure quality care.

The other options, while potentially relevant in certain contexts, do not generally warrant disciplinary action in the same way. For example, minor infractions may not significantly impact public safety, and failure to pay registration fees, though it can lead to administrative consequences, typically doesn’t relate to competence or ethical practice. Non-attendance at mandatory meetings might be problematic, but it usually falls under administrative action rather than formal disciplinary measures. Thus, the strongest basis for disciplinary action aligns with violations of practice standards deemed imperative for maintaining the profession's integrity.