HB385 Alabama 2014 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Mike Hill

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2014

Title

Fire protection sprinkler systems, State Fire Marshall authorized to issue permits for installation, Secs. 34-33-1, 34-33-2, 34-33-3, 34-33-4, 34-33-5 am'd.

Summary

HB385 would authorize the State Fire Marshal to issue permits to fire protection sprinkler contractors and potable-water sprinkler contractors, establishing new certification and competency requirements.

What This Bill Does

It creates a permit system for two types of sprinkler contractors: fire protection sprinkler contractors and potable water single-family dwelling sprinkler contractors. It requires proof of competency (including NICET testing) and, for potable-water work, a licensed Master Plumber, plus a $100 application fee. The State Fire Marshal can set rules and adjust fees, permits are issued in the contractor's name with the certificate holder noted, and reciprocity with other states is allowed; the act becomes effective about three months after passage.

Who It Affects

• Fire protection sprinkler contractors and their certificate holders must obtain and maintain a State Fire Marshal's permit and meet NICET competency requirements.
• Potable water single-family dwelling sprinkler contractors must be licensed as Master Plumbers, pass NICET competency testing for potable-water installations, and obtain a State Fire Marshal's permit (with reciprocity provisions for other states).

Key Provisions

• Defines terms: fire protection sprinkler contractor, certified fire protection sprinkler contractor, potable water single-family dwelling sprinkler contractor, certified potable water single-family dwelling sprinkler contractor, and State Fire Marshal's permit.
• Requires applications for fire protection sprinkler permits, including a $100 fee and proof of NICET Level III competency for the certificate holder.
• Requires applications for potable water single-family dwelling sprinkler permits, including a $100 fee and proof of Alabama Master Plumber license plus NICET competency testing.
• State Fire Marshal issues permits in the contractor's name with the certificate holder noted; permits may be issued to holders or via interstate reciprocity agreements.
• Permit issuance to be completed within 30 days after meeting requirements and fee payment; Fire Marshal may set and modify administration fees and rules.
• Amends Sections 34-33-1 through 34-33-5 of the Code of Alabama 1975; effective date is the first day of the third month after passage.

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Subjects

Fire Protection