§ 578. Authority of the arbitrator

An arbitrator to whom a dispute is referred under this subchapter may—

• (1) regulate the course of and conduct arbitral hearings;
• (2) administer oaths and affirmations;
• (3) compel the attendance of witnesses and production of evidence at the hearing under the provisions of section 7 of title 9 only to the extent the agency involved is otherwise authorized by law to do so; and
• (4) make awards.