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(b) Allowed to present oral and written statement and other evidence, (c) Have witnesses subpoenaed, (d) Cross examine witnesses, and (e) Bring an interpreter, if needed. (4) Disclose the following procedures for the hearing to the appellant or his representative on as early a date as possible prior to the hearing: (a) The hearing officer will open with a statement of the purpose of the hearing, the procedures it will follow, who the deciding authority is, and the way the decision will be transmitted to the appellant. (b) The hearing officer will ask the appellant to state the issue or issues so that they are identified at the commencement of the hearing. (c) The contractor agency will present its case, presenting the facts and events leading to the disputed decision. This presentation will include the basis for the decision. (d) After each witness testifies, the appellant or his representative may cross examine the witness. (e) The appellant will present his case which may include evidence establishing pertinent facts and circumstances. (f) After each witness testifies, the agency or its representative may cross examine that witness. (g) The hearing officer may question any witness or party at any time. (h) Before terminating the hearing, the hearing officer will ask the appellant or his representative whether he wishes any further opportunity to speak or whether he has presented his case fully. (i) At the discretion of the hearing officer, the hearing may be adjourned to another date or continued. If the appellant has requested a continuance or is in some other manner responsible for a delay, the time for final administrative action will be extended by the length of the delay.