R.I. Gen. Laws § 23-1.1-11

If upon inspection or investigation the director of health finds that an employer has violated any regulation prescribed pursuant to this chapter or has violated any requirements of § 28-20-8, or of any code, rule, or order promulgated pursuant to § 28-20-24, the director shall notify the director of labor and training who shall promptly issue a compliance order in accordance with subsections (a), (b), and (c) of § 28-20-16.