CHAPTER Mec 300: INITIAL FUEL GAS FITTING LICENSING, PLUMBING LICENSING, FUEL
GAS TRAINEE LICENSES, PLUMBING APPRENTICE LICENSES, AND BUSINESS ENTITY
LICENSING
REVISION NOTE:
Chapter
Saf-Mec 300 titled “Initial Fuel Gas Fitting Licensing, Plumbing Licensing,
Fuel Gas Trainee Registration, Plumbing Apprentice Registration, and Business
Entity Licensing” was originally adopted as an emergency rule by Document
#10648, effective 7-25-14. Chapter
Saf-Mec 300 was readopted as an interim rule by Document #10761, effective
1-21-15, and subsequently readopted with amendment as a regular rule by
Document #10847, effective 7-1-15.
Pursuant
to 2021, 91:82, effective 7-1-21, which amended RSA 153:27-a, the Mechanical
Licensing Board was transferred from being a unit within the Division of Fire
Safety of the Department of Safety to a unit within the Office of Professional
Licensure and Certification (OPLC). The Board still had its own rulemaking
authority under RSA 153:28, RSA 153:29, and RSA 153:29-a to adopt rules, but
with the approval of the Commissioner of the Department of Safety. Pursuant to 2022, 314:21-23 and 25, effective
7-1-22, the Board still has its own rulemaking authority under RSA 153:28, RSA
153:29, and RSA 153:29-a to adopt rules but with the approval of the Executive
Director of the OPLC.
The existing rules
of the Board were numbered with the rule prefix subtitle “Saf-Mec”, but all rules would eventually be renumbered with the
rule prefix title “Mec” to indicate the transfer of the Board from the
Department of Safety.
Document
#13770, effective 12-10-23, adopted, readopted with amendment
and renumbered, or repealed various existing rules in Chapter Saf-C 300, including changing the prefix from “Saf-Mec” to “Mec” and changing the chapter heading to “Initial Fuel Gas Fitting Licensing,
Plumbing Licensing, Fuel Gas Trainee Licenses, Plumbing Apprentice Licenses,
and Business Entity Licensing.” The former prefix and, as
applicable, the former numeral of the rules
in Chapter Saf-Mec 300 are indicated in the source notes of the rules.
Document #13770 readopted
with amendment and renumbered Part Saf-Mec 301 titled “Definitions” as Part Mec
301. Most of the definitions were
deleted but were also located in Part Mec 102 titled “Definitions” in Chapter
Mec 100 titled “Organizational Rules”.
The definition in Saf-Mec 301.21 of “apprentice plumber registration
license and fuel gas fitting trainee registration license", which had been
adopted in Document #10847, effective 7-1-15, was deleted entirely. The source notes of the definitions remaining
in Part Mec 301 indicate the former prefix and the former numeral of the rule
in Part Saf-Mec 301.
Document #13770 replaced all
prior filings affecting definitions in the former Part Saf-Mec 301. The prior filings affecting the deleted rules
include the following documents:
#10648,
EMERGENCY RULE, eff 7-25-14
#10761,
INTERIM, eff 1-21-15
#10847,
eff 7-1-15
Document #13770 repealed the definition of “board’ in
Saf-Mec 303.02 in Part Saf-Mec 303 titled “Exceptions and Notifications”, and
deleted rule Saf-Mec 306.03 titled “Initial Apprentice Registration Licenses”
and rule Saf-Mec 306.04 titled “Initial Trainee Registration Licenses” in Part
Saf-Mec 306 titled “Plumbing Apprentices and Fuel Gas Trainees”, which
necessitated the renumbering of other rules now in Part Mec 303 and Part Mec
306 The prior filings affecting these
deleted rules included the following documents:
#10648,
EMERGENCY RULE, eff 7-25-14
#10761,
INTERIM, eff 1-21-15
#10847,
eff 7-1-15
Document #13770 also adopted Mec 303.10 titled “Gas Fitting
Exception for Licensed Electricians.”
The other existing rules in Chapter Saf-Mec 300 which were
not in Document #13770 were subsequently renumbered with the rule prefix title
“Mec” as editorial changes during the process pursuant to RSA 541-A:15, I of
preparing the rules in Document #13770 for certification by the Board. The former rule numbers in Chapter Saf-Mec
300 are indicated in the source notes.
PART Mec 301 DEFINITIONS
Mec
301.01 “Equivalent hours of service in
an approved educational setting” means the hours of practice in a facility
reviewed and approved pursuant to Mec 308.01 and Mec 308.03, performed by a
fuel gas fitter or trainee when engaged in the education and training for
licensure, such that the hours of laboratory time shall be over and above the
time required in these rules for formal classroom education.
Source. #10847, eff 7-1-15 (from Saf-Mec 303.18); ss by #13770, eff 12-10-23
(formerly Saf-Mec 301.18) (see Revision Note at chapter heading for Mec 300)
Mec
301.02 “Incidental repair installation
and maintenance of plumbing” means a job of minor consequence which occurs by
chance and not requiring calculations or permits and inspections as mandated
pursuant to NH RSA 155-A:2.
Source. #10847, eff 7-1-15; ss by #13770, eff 12-10-23 (formerly Saf-Mec
301.20) (see Revision Note at chapter heading for Mec 300)
Mec
301.03 “Owner’s agent” means an
individual designated by the homeowner to assist with the incidental repair,
replacement, maintenance, and installation of a plumbing fixture or plumbing
system component specifically at the owner’s residence, and that such agent in
performance of their duties shall not receive compensation for the plumbing
work performed.
Source. #10847, eff 7-1-15 (from Saf-Mec 303.16); ss by #13770, eff 12-10-23
(formerly Saf-Mec 301.16) (see Revision Note at chapter heading for Mec 300)
Mec
301.04 “Primary dwelling” shall mean an
existing single-family, stand-alone structure, owned, and occupied by a person
or persons and such structure is used as the individual's primary residence,
and not a rental, income, vacation home, transient residence, hotel, or motel.
Source. #10847, eff 7-1-15; ss by #13770, eff 12-10-23 (formerly Saf-Mec
301.24) (see Revision Note at chapter heading for Mec 300)
Mec
301.05 “Proof of successful completion
of educational training or a formal educational program” means either a
certificate of course completion, whether electronic or hard copy, including
wallet cards or a course roster certified by the approved seminar provider for
the course.
Source. #10847, eff 7-1-15; ss by #13770, eff
12-10-23 (formerly Saf-Mec 301.26) (see Revision Note at chapter heading for
Mec 300)
Mec
301.06 “Relevant field experience”
means, with respect to oil heating, the trade-related functions of the
installation and maintenance of piping systems, heating and air conditioning
systems, appliances and appurtenances, and fuel oil burning equipment, or with
respect to plumbing, the trade-related water distribution and drainage systems,
and installations and maintenance of fixtures not otherwise required by the
licensing functions of RSA 153:27 through RSA 153:38 and this chapter.
Source. #10847, eff 7-1-15
(from Saf-Mec 303.17); ss by #13770, eff 12-10-23 (formerly Saf-Mec 301.17)
(see Revision Note at chapter heading for Mec 300)
Mec
301.07 “State plumbing code” means that
portion of the New Hampshire state building code, as defined in RSA 155-A:1,
IV, which pertains to plumbing.
Source. #10847, eff 7-1-15; ss by #13770, eff 12-10-23 (formerly Saf-Mec
301.19) (see Revision Note at chapter heading for Mec 300)
PART Mec 302 GENERAL LICENSING RULES
Mec
302.01 Mandatory Licensure.
(a) No person, business entity, or any
combination of, shall engage in the business or work as a fuel gas fitter,
plumber, fuel gas trainee, or plumbing apprentice unless the person, business
entity, or both, are lawfully licensed as provided by:
(1)
RSA 153:27 through RSA 153:38; and
(2)
The rules of this chapter.
(b) The only individuals exempt from (a) above
are those individuals who meet the definition of owner’s agent provided in Mec
301.03.
Source. #10648,
EMERGENCY RULE, eff 7-25-14, EXPIRES:
1-21-15; ss by #10761, INTERIM, eff 1-21-15, EXPIRES:
7-20-15; ss by #10847, eff 7-1-15 (from Saf-Mec 301.01); ss by
#13770, eff 12-10-23 (formerly Saf-Mec 302.01) (see Revision Note at chapter
heading for Mec 300)
Mec
302.02 Age Requirement. No individual fuel gas fitting or plumbing
license shall be granted to any person less than 18 years of age, and no
apprentice license or trainee license shall be granted to any person less than
16 years of age.
Source. #10648,
EMERGENCY RULE, eff 7-25-14, EXPIRES:
1-21-15; ss by #10761, INTERIM, eff 1-21-15, EXPIRES:
7-20-15; ss by #10847, eff 7-1-15 (from Saf-Mec 301.02); ss by #13770, eff 12-10-23 (formerly Saf-Mec 302.02) (see
Revision Note at chapter heading for Mec 300)
Mec
302.03 Term of Individual Licensure. An initial individual license shall be issued
for two years, except that it shall expire on the last day of the month of the
holder’s birth.
Source. #10648,
EMERGENCY RULE, eff 7-25-14, EXPIRES:
1-21-15; ss by #10761, INTERIM, eff 1-21-15, EXPIRES:
7-20-15; ss by #10847, eff 7-1-15 (from Saf-Mec 301.03); (formerly
Saf-Mec 302.03) (see Revision Note at chapter heading for Mec 300)
Mec
302.04 Term of Business Entity
Licensure. An initial business
entity license issued under this chapter shall be issued for 2 years and shall
expire on the last day of January.
Source. #10648,
EMERGENCY RULE, eff 7-25-14, EXPIRES:
1-21-15; ss by #10761, INTERIM, eff 1-21-15, EXPIRES:
7-20-15; ss by #10847, eff 7-1-15 (from Saf-Mec 301.05); (formerly
Saf-Mec 302.04) (see Revision Note at chapter heading for Mec 300)
Mec
302.05 Mandatory Business Entity
License. All business entities,
corporations, partnerships, limited liability companies, sole proprietors, and
limited liability partnerships performing fuel gas fitting or plumbing in NH
shall be licensed pursuant to these rules and be either:
(a) Registered with the New Hampshire secretary
of state’s office; or
(b) If a foreign business entity, corporation,
partnership, limited liability company, or limited liability partnership
performing fuel gas fitting or plumbing in NH, registered with the secretary of
state as a foreign business entity doing business in the State of New
Hampshire.
Source. #10648,
EMERGENCY RULE, eff 7-25-14, EXPIRES:
1-21-15; ss by #10761, INTERIM, eff 1-21-15, EXPIRES:
7-20-15; ss by #10847, eff 7-1-15 (from Saf-Mec 301.06); ss by
#13770, eff 12-10-23 (formerly Saf-Mec 302.05) (see Revision Note at chapter
heading for Mec 300)
Mec
302.06 Local Permit Eligibility. A licensed business entity shall apply for
and obtain a permit from any municipality within the state pursuant to RSA
153:29-a, V.
Source. #10648,
EMERGENCY RULE, eff 7-25-14, EXPIRES:
1-21-15; ss by #10761, INTERIM, eff 1-21-15, EXPIRES:
7-20-15; ss by #10847, eff 7-1-15 (from Saf-Mec 301.07); ss by
#13770, eff 12-10-23 (formerly Saf-Mec 302.06) (see Revision Note at chapter
heading for Mec 300)
Mec 302.07 Certification. Unless
otherwise stated in these rules, all applications and documentation shall be
signed by the applicant under the penalty of unsworn falsification pursuant to
RSA 641:3.
Source. #10648,
EMERGENCY RULE, eff 7-25-14, EXPIRES:
1-21-15; ss by #10761, INTERIM, eff 1-21-15, EXPIRES:
7-20-15; ss by #10847, eff 7-1-15 (from Saf-Mec 301.08); (formerly
Saf-Mec 302.07) (see Revision Note at chapter heading for Mec 300)
Mec
302.08 Social Security Numbers.
Unless otherwise stated in these rules, all applications shall include
the applicant’s social security number pursuant to RSA 161-B:11.
Source. #10648,
EMERGENCY RULE, eff 7-25-14, EXPIRES:
1-21-15; ss by #10761, INTERIM, eff 1-21-15, EXPIRES:
7-20-15; ss by #10847, eff 7-1-15 (from Saf-Mec 301.09); (formerly
Saf-Mec 302.08) (see Revision Note at chapter heading for Mec 300)
Mec
302.09 Scope of Fuel Gas Service
Technician License. An individual
who meets the qualifications for fuel gas service technician shall be deemed to
be qualified as a domestic appliance technician, a fuel gas installation
technician, a fuel gas hearth system installation and service technician, and a
fuel gas piping installer.
Source. #10648,
EMERGENCY RULE, eff 7-25-14, EXPIRES:
1-21-15; ss by #10761, INTERIM, eff 1-21-15, EXPIRES:
7-20-15; ss by #10847, eff 7-1-15 (from Saf-Mec 301.10); (formerly Saf-Mec 302.09) (see Revision Note at chapter
heading for Mec 300)
Mec
302.10 Scope of Fuel Gas Installation
Technician License. An individual
who meets the qualifications for fuel gas installation technician shall be
deemed to be qualified as a domestic appliance technician, a fuel gas hearth
system installer and service technician and a fuel gas piping installer.
Source. #10847, eff 7-1-15 (from Saf-Mec 301.11); formerly Saf-Mec 302.10)
(see Revision Note at chapter heading for Mec 300)
Mec
302.11 Scope of Master Plumber
License. An individual who meets the
qualifications as a master plumber shall be deemed to be qualified as a
journeyman plumber.
Source. #10847, eff 7-1-15 (from Saf-Mec 301.12); (formerly Saf-Mec 302.11)
(see Revision Note at chapter heading for Mec 300)
Mec
302.12 Armed Services Applicants. An individual who is in the armed services as
defined in RSA 21:50, II, and who is applying for licensure, shall provide
proof of direct relevant training and experience acquired in the armed services
that demonstrates that the individual has completed both the educational and
field experience requirements set forth in these rules.
Source. #10847, eff 7-1-15 (from Saf-Mec 301.13); (formerly Saf-Mec 302.12)
(see Revision Note at chapter heading for Mec 300)
Mec
302.13 Fuel Gas Fitting Reduction of
Relevant Field Experience Hours.
(a) An individual seeking licensure as a fuel gas
fitter and submitting hours of relevant field experience, obtained within 60
months prior to submission, as set forth in RSA 153:28, I(a)(1)-(4) and (6)
shall:
(1)
Not be eligible for any licensing exam without first completing the
minimum hours of formal education program for each fuel gas fitting licensing
endorsement applied for;
(2)
Submit the hours of relevant field experience on a
sworn affidavit, which shall be approved by the board prior to
licensure; and
(3)
Have the proof of hours of relevant field experience verified by the
employer of the applicant which bears the signature of the employer or
responsible managing employees signature attesting to the hours of service
applied for; and
(b) The board shall not grant hours of relevant
field experience to any applicant who has performed any function in violation
of the licensing requirements of RSA 153:27 through RSA 153:38 and this
chapter.
Source. #10648,
EMERGENCY RULE, eff 7-25-14, EXPIRES:
1-21-15; ss by #10761, INTERIM, eff 1-21-15, EXPIRES:
7-20-15; ss by #10847, eff 7-1-15 (from Saf-Mec 301.14); ss by
#13770, eff 12-10-23 (formerly Saf-Mec 302.13) (see Revision Note at chapter
heading for Mec 300)
Mec
302.14 Applications by Out-of-State
Licensees.
(a) An out-of-state licensee seeking application
for licensure shall be eligible for the licensing examination in plumbing and
fuel gas fitting provided that they can demonstrate
proof of licensure from the state in which the applicant is claiming to have
worked.
(b) The out-of-state licensee shall comply with
the prerequisites for the level of licensure sought regarding on-the-job
experience, or its equivalent in an approved educational setting, as provided
in RSA 153:27-38 and these rules.
Source. #10648,
EMERGENCY RULE, eff 7-25-14, EXPIRES:
1-21-15; ss by #10761, INTERIM, eff 1-21-15, EXPIRES:
7-20-15; ss by #10847, eff 7-1-15 (from Saf-Mec 301.15); ss by
#13770, eff 12-10-23 (formerly Saf-Mec 302.14) (see Revision Note at chapter
heading for Mec 300)
PART Mec 303 EXCEPTIONS & NOTIFICATIONS
Mec
303.01 Scope. The licensing rules of this chapter shall not
apply to anyone who meets the exceptions and complies with this part.
Source. #10648,
EMERGENCY RULE, eff 7-25-14, EXPIRES:
1-21-15; ss by #10761, INTERIM, eff 1-21-15, EXPIRES:
7-20-15; ss by #10847, eff 7-1-15; (formerly Saf-Mec 303.01) (see
Revision Note at chapter heading for Mec 300)
Mec
303.02 Primary Dwelling
Exemption. The license requirements
of this chapter shall not apply to anyone who performs fuel gas fitting within
an existing single family, stand-alone structure, owned and occupied by the
person who performs the fuel gas fitting work, and such structure is used as
the individual's primary residence.
Source. #10648, EMERGENCY RULE, eff
7-25-14, EXPIRES: 1-21-15; ss by #10761, INTERIM, eff 1-21-15,
EXPIRES: 7-20-15; ss by #10847, eff 7-1-15; (formerly Saf-Mec 303.03)
(see Revision Note at chapter heading for Mec 300)
Mec 303.03 Public Utilities Exemption. The license requirements of this chapter
shall not apply to persons performing tasks covered by federal and state
regulation of public utilities pursuant to 49 C.F.R. part 192 and Puc 500,
rules of the New Hampshire public utilities commission for gas service pursuant
to NH RSA 153:36, II.
Source. #10648,
EMERGENCY RULE, eff 7-25-14, EXPIRES:
1-21-15; ss by #10761, INTERIM, eff 1-21-15, EXPIRES:
7-20-15; ss by #10847, eff 7-1-15; (formerly Saf-Mec 303.04) (see
Revision Note at chapter heading for Mec 300)
Mec
303.04 Vocational Exemption. The license requirements of this chapter
shall not apply to any plumbing or fuel gas fitting installations in
residential buildings performed by students enrolled in a high school
vocational plumbing or fuel gas fitting program approved by the department of
education or an approved postsecondary vocational plumbing or fuel gas fitting
program, provided:
(a) Such work is performed under the direct
supervision of either a person holding a valid license for the trade that the
person is supervising, or by a licensed plumber or fuel gas fitter who is a
supervisor of students in cooperative education placements from such programs;
(b) In those cases where the installation is in a
new building being constructed as a part of the vocational program, the
installation shall be inspected and approved by an individual or group of
individuals chosen by the local school districts from persons nominated by the
mechanical licensing board; and
(c) Any person nominated and approved by the
board shall hold a master plumber, fuel gas installation technician, fuel gas
service technician, or piping installer license issued by the board.
Source. #10648,
EMERGENCY RULE, eff 7-25-14, EXPIRES:
1-21-15; ss by #10761, INTERIM, eff 1-21-15, EXPIRES:
7-20-15; ss by #10847, eff 7-1-15; ss by #13770, eff 12-10-23
(formerly Saf-Mec 303.05) (see Revision Note at chapter heading for Mec 300)
Mec
303.05 Welding Exemption. The license requirements of this chapter
shall not apply to any welder who shall hold a current and valid certification
for welding as authorized by the American Society of Mechanical Engineers
(ASME), who is supervised by a licensed fuel gas fitter or master plumber, for
the sole purpose of joining pipe and pipe fittings, through the appropriate
certified welding processes, to piping systems, under the direct supervision of
the licensed fuel gas fitter or master plumber.
Source. #10648,
EMERGENCY RULE, eff 7-25-14, EXPIRES:
1-21-15; ss by #10761, INTERIM, eff 1-21-15, EXPIRES:
7-20-15; ss by #10847, eff 7-1-15; (formerly Saf-Mec 303.06) (see
Revision Note at chapter heading for Mec 300)
Mec
303.06 National Guard Exemption. The license requirements of this chapter
shall not apply to any member of the New Hampshire National Guard while in a
unit training assembly status and enrolled in a plumbing program as part of
their military training. Such training shall only be provided under the direct
supervision of an instructor who holds a current master plumber's license under
this chapter.
Source. #10648, EMERGENCY RULE, eff
7-25-14, EXPIRES: 1-21-15; ss by #10761, INTERIM, eff 1-21-15,
EXPIRES: 7-20-15; ss by #10847, eff 7-1-15; (formerly Saf-Mec 303.07)
(see Revision Note at chapter heading for Mec 300)
Mec
303.07 Appliance Connection Exemption.
(a) The plumbing license requirements of this
chapter shall not apply to any person or business entity that performs plumbing
in connection with the installation of any heating, cooling, air conditioning
or domestic water heating systems whether solar, oil, gas, or electric or the
installation and servicing of water treatment systems or swimming pools.
(b) Any person or business entity that is exempt
under this section shall perform plumbing in accordance with applicable
technical standards, and comply with any code, application, and inspection
requirements that apply to the plumbing performed.
(c) The connection to the plumbing system shall
be limited to a ten foot radius of the appliance to be installed.
Source. #10648,
EMERGENCY RULE, eff 7-25-14, EXPIRES:
1-21-15; ss by #10761, INTERIM, eff 1-21-15, EXPIRES:
7-20-15; ss by #10847, eff 7-1-15; (formerly Saf-Mec 303.08) (see
Revision Note at chapter heading for Mec 300)
Mec
303.08 Public Water Systems Exemption.
(a) The license requirements of this chapter
shall not apply to employees of public drinking water systems and public water
system operators certified by the department of environmental services for
drinking water treatment plants and distribution systems, when performing
plumbing tasks within their certifications, as defined by RSA 485:11 and RSA
332-E:3.
(b) This exception is specifically limited to the
testing, maintenance, repair or replacement, and installation of the water
meter, meter horn, and backflow prevention devices directly adjacent to and
required as part of the protection of the drinking water distribution system.
Source. #10648,
EMERGENCY RULE, eff 7-25-14, EXPIRES:
1-21-15; ss by #10761, INTERIM, eff 1-21-15, EXPIRES:
7-20-15; ss by #10847, eff 7-1-15; (formerly Saf-Mec 303.09) (see
Revision Note at chapter heading for Mec 300)
Mec 303.09 Specific Plumbing Exemptions. The license requirements of this chapter
shall not apply to the following persons while performing plumbing work under
the circumstances specifically described:
(a) To regular
employees of public utilities, as defined in RSA 362:2, when performing
plumbing tasks within their training, experience, and, if applicable,
certification;
(b) To a person,
firm, corporation, or limited liability company who regularly employs a person
whose duties include the incidental repair, installation
and maintenance of plumbing on the property of that person, firm, corporation,
or limited liability company, when such employee is actually so engaged; or
(c) To a property
owner or the property owner's agent who installs, repairs, or replaces plumbing
in the property owner's own single-family detached or townhouse residence, or
any property owner or property owner's agent who makes incidental
installations, repairs, or replacements to the owner's property.
(d) The plumbing
installed or maintained by such persons under such circumstances shall conform
to any and all local and state permitting and
inspection procedures pursuant with RSA 155-A, and the state plumbing code.
(e) Persons
performing fuel gas fitting in the same circumstances as described in (a)
through (c) above shall not be eligible for the exemption provided in this
section.
Source. #13770, eff 12-10-23 (see Revision Note at chapter heading for Mec
300)
Mec 303.10
Gas Fitting Exception for Licensed
Electricians.
(a) The gas fitting license requirements of this
chapter shall not apply to any person licensed under RSA 319-C when performing
work governed by their license on gas appliances.
(b) This exemption is specifically limited to the
operation of the appliance service gas shut off valve.
Source. #13770, eff 12-10-23 (see Revision Note at chapter heading for Mec
300)
PART Mec 304
LICENSE APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Mec
304.01 Application Process for
Individuals Seeking Plumbing Licenses, Fuel Gas Fitting Licenses, or Domestic
Appliance Licenses.
(a) Each individual seeking an initial license to
practice as a domestic appliance technician, fuel gas fitter or a master or
journeyman plumber shall do so by submitting the following application packet:
(1)
An application form described in Mec 304.02 provided by the board;
(2) The additional supporting
materials required for each licensing endorsement program applied for; and
(3)
The license fees specified by Plc 1002.25 which is applicable to the
type of license sought.
(b) All applicants, pursuant to (a) above, who
have been convicted of a felony, a criminal offense against another, or any
criminal offense involving dishonesty beyond the age of majority, shall submit
a current and signed criminal records check released to the NH mechanical
licensing board, from the New Hampshire department of safety and from any state
in which the applicant has any criminal history.
(c) If the board, after receiving and reviewing
the completed packet, requires further information or documents to determine
the applicant's qualification for licensure, the board shall:
(1)
So notify the applicant in writing within 30 days;
(2)
Specify the information or documents it requires; and
(3)
Require the applicant to appear before the board to present additional
information and give direct testimony regarding any felony or misdemeanor
convictions that might result in denial of the application.
(d) The board shall deny the application if the
applicant does not submit the additional information or documents requested
under (c) above within 60 days of the request.
(e) The board shall approve or deny the
application within 60 days of the date that the board’s office has received the
completed application packet and any information or documents requested under
(c) above.
(f) The board shall deny an application based on
the following criteria:
(1)
The practice of fraud or deceit in procuring or attempting to procure a
license to practice under RSA 153:27-38 and these rules;
(2)
Subject to paragraph (g) below, conviction of any criminal offense
involving injury to a victim or the risk of such injury or any criminal offense
involving dishonesty;
(3)
Unfitness or incompetence by reason of negligent habits or willful acts
inconsistent with the requirments of the boards rules and laws;
(4)
Addiction to the use of alcohol or other habit-forming drugs to a degree
which renders the applicant unfit to practice under RSA 153:27-38 and these
rules;
(5)
Mental or physical incompetence to practice under RSA 153:27-38 and
these rules;
(6)
Willful or repeated violation of the provisions of RSA 153:27-38 and
these rules; or
(7)
Suspension, revocation, or disciplinary action of a license, similar to one issued under RSA 153:27-38 and this chapter,
in another jurisdiction and not reinstated.
(g) For any convictions as described in paragraph
(f)(2) above, the board shall consider the following:
(1)
The nature of the criminal act committed;
(2)
Whether or not there was a direct relationship between the criminal act
and the profession for which the applicant is seeking licensure;
(3)
The length of time between the conviction or release and application
dates;
(4)
Any rehabilitation, training, or educational courses taken as a
condition of release, probation or parole; and
(5)
Any conditions, certificates, or letters of completion regarding
sentencing, release, probation or parole.
(h) If the board, after having reviewed the
information submitted by the applicant regarding a criminal conviction(s),
needs additional information the board shall issue a notice of hearing.
(i) If the board denies the application, then the
board shall provide the applicant with written reasons for the denial.
(j) An applicant wishing to challenge the board's
denial of their application shall make a written request for a hearing of the
challenge and submit it:
(1)
Within 60 days of the notice of the denial; or
(2)
If the applicant is on active military duty outside the United States,
within 60 days of the applicant’s return to the United States or release from
duty, whichever occurs later.
Source. #10648,
EMERGENCY RULE, eff 7-25-14, EXPIRES:
1-21-15; ss by #10761, INTERIM, eff 1-21-15, EXPIRES:
7-20-15; ss by #10847, eff 7-1-15; ss by #13770, eff 12-10-23
(formerly Saf-Mec 304.01) (see Revision Note at chapter heading for Mec 300)
Mec
304.02 Application Form to be Used by
Applicants for Individual Licenses.
(a) The “Initial Application for Licensure” form
shall be provided by the board.
(b) The applicant shall:
(1)
Complete the entire form using a keyboard or by printing the information
legibly in ink;
(2)
Complete all sections of the entire form or designate them as not
applicable; and
(3)
Sign and date the form.
(c) On the form, provided by the board, the
applicant shall provide the following information:
(1)
Designate the license sought;
(2)
The applicant’s full legal name;
(3)
If applicable, the applicant's maiden name or any other name used by the
applicant which is different from the applicant's current name;
(4)
Home physical address;
(5)
Home mailing address;
(6)
Home telephone or cell phone number;
(7)
Home e-mail address; and
(8)
The applicant's date of birth;
(9)
The applicant's social security number written immediately above the
following preprinted statement:
"Per RSA 161-B:11; The Mechanical
Licensing Board is required to obtain your social security number for the
purpose of child support enforcement.
Except for its use in child support enforcement, your social security
number will not be used by the Mechanical Licensing Board and will be held
confidential."
(10)
Answer yes or no to the following questions:
a.
“After the age of majority have you been convicted of a
felony or, any criminal offense involving injury to a victim or the risk of
such injury or any criminal offense involving dishonesty?”
b.
“Have you ever been denied, subject to disciplinary
action, had your license or authorization to practice suspended or revoked or
not reinstated in any state or jurisdiction?”;
c.
“Have you ever been the subject of any disciplinary action by any
professional regulating authority?”;
d.
“Have you ever surrendered or relinquished your license or authorization
to practice in any state or jurisdiction in order to avoid or to settle
disciplinary charges?”;
f.
“Do you have any reason to believe you will soon
be the subject of a disciplinary proceeding, settlement agreement or consent
decree undertaken or issued by any licensing or regulating authority in any
jurisdiction?”; and
g.
“Is their any claim on the basis of your professional work pending
against you in any court?”;
h. “Has applicant already taken
the licensing examination required for licensure?”; and
(11)
The business name, full physical and mailing address, and telephone
number of:
a.
The applicant’s own business, if any; or
b.
The applicant’s employer, if any.
(d) The applicant shall place the date and their
signature in the space provided above the following preprinted statement:
"I acknowledge that, under RSA
641:3, I, knowingly making a false statement on this application form is a misdemeanor. I certify that the information I have
provided on all parts of the application form and in the documents that I have
personally submitted to support my application is complete and accurate to the
best of my knowledge and belief. I also
certify that I have read RSA 153:27 through RSA 153:38 and the rules of the
Board and promise that, if I am licensed or certified, I will abide by
them."
Source. #10648,
EMERGENCY RULE, eff 7-25-14, EXPIRES:
1-21-15; ss by #10761, INTERIM, eff 1-21-15, EXPIRES:
7-20-15; ss by #10847, eff 7-1-15; ss by #13770, eff 12-10-23
(formerly Saf-Mec 304.02) (see Revision Note at chapter heading for Mec 300)
Mec
304.03 Effect of Signature. The effect of the applicant's signature on
part one of the form shall be:
(a) The applicant’s acknowledgement that, under
RSA 641:3, I, knowingly making a false statement on the application form is a
misdemeanor;
(b) The applicant’s certification that:
(1)
The information provided on all of the parts of
the application form and in the documents personally submitted to support the
application is complete and accurate to the best of the applicant’s knowledge
and belief; and
(2)
The applicant has read the statutes and administrative rules of the
board; and
(c) The applicant’s promise to abide by RSA
153:27 through RSA 153:38 and the rules of the board.
Source. #10648,
EMERGENCY RULE, eff 7-25-14, EXPIRES:
1-21-15; ss by #10761, INTERIM, eff 1-21-15, EXPIRES:
7-20-15; ss by #10847, eff 7-1-15; (formerly Saf-Mec 304.03) (see
Revision Note at chapter heading for Mec 300)
Mec
304.04 Required Supporting Materials. Individual applicants for initial licensure
shall provide, or arrange for the board to receive, the following documents
supporting their applications:
(a) Proof of positive identification to be
provided in any one of the following:
(1)
A copy of a state driver’s license or non-driver identification card
with the applicant’s photo embossed in the document;
(2)
A copy of the applicant’s current passport identification displaying the
embossed photo of the applicant; or
(3)
A copy of any other type of government identification card that displays
the applicant’s name, date of birth, and facial features embossed on the
document;
(b) If the applicant has been convicted of a
felony, or any criminal offense against another, or any criminal offense
involving dishonesty, shall submit current criminal records check from all
state(s) in which the applicant had a criminal conviction;
(c) If the application is for a journeyman
plumber license:
(1)
A copy of the applicant’s apprenticeship completion certificate;
(2)
A copy of all current or previously held out of state plumbing
license(s) or other authorization(s) to practice as a plumber;
(3)
One signed letter written by the licensed plumber supervising, or
directing the supervision of, the applicant’s plumbing during the applicant’s
military service or apprenticeship stating:
a.
That the writer supervised the applicant’s plumbing work in the military
or in the applicant’s apprenticeship program;
b.
The writer’s opinion that the applicant is competent to be a journeyman
plumber; and
c.
The writer’s name, address, and telephone number; and
(4)
The applicant's examination score;
(d) If the application is for a master plumber
license:
(1)
One signed letter written by the licensed plumber supervising, or
directing the supervision of, the applicant’s plumbing during the applicant’s
military service or journeyman’s employment stating that:
a.
The writer supervised the applicant’s plumbing work in the military or
in the applicant’s journeyman employment;
b.
The writer’s opinion that the applicant is competent to be a master
plumber; and
c.
The writer’s name, address, and telephone number; and
(2)
The applicant's examination score;
(e) If the application is for a plumbing
apprentice license:
(1)
One signed letter written by the licensed master plumber who shall be
supervising, or directing the applicant’s plumbing apprenticeship during the
applicant’s service or employment stating that:
a.
The master of record or their NH licensed plumbing employee will
directly supervise the applicant’s plumbing apprenticeship work while in the
master of record’s employment;
b.
The master plumber of record will register the applicant in an approved
apprenticeship program pursuant to RSA 278;
c.
The applicant will work under an apprenticeship program meeting the
requirements of the state apprenticeship council; and
d.
The master plumber’s opinion that the applicant is competent to be
trained as a plumber; or
(2)
A completed apprenticeship agreement as signed and authorized by the US
Department of Labor for the NH plumbing apprentice program to be placed on file
with the board prior to the first renewal date;
(f) If the application is for a fuel gas trainee
license:
(1)
One signed letter written by the licensed fuel gas fitter, who shall be
supervising, or directing the applicant’s fuel gas fitting training during the
applicant’s service or employment, stating that:
a.
The fuel gas fitting sponsor of record or a licensed fuel gas fitter
within the same firm will provide direct supervision of the applicant’s fuel
gas fitting work while in their employment;
b.
The fuel gas fitter sponsor of record will register the applicant in an
approved fuel gas educational and training program applicable for the
discipline to which the applicant is in training for;
c.
The applicant will participate in an employee development program in
which the sponsor or firm will monitor and record hours of actual service,
competency levels, and completion of the formal education courses required for
licensure; and
d.
The licensed fuel gas fitting sponsor’s opinion that the applicant is
competent to be trained as a fuel gas fitter;
(g) If the application is for an individual fuel
gas fitting license:
(1)
A copy of the current and valid NH fuel gas fitting trainee license, a
copy of the current fuel gas fitting license held by the applicant, or a copy
of licensure from an out of state licensing agency which licenses fuel gas
fitting as defined in RSA 153:27, IV;
(2)
Proof of completion of the educational requirements for the licensing
endorsement the applicant is seeking to obtain;
(3)
Proof of the successful completion of the licensing exam taken at the
end of the educational course(s) the endorsement being applied for;
(4)
Proof of completion of the hours of service signed by the licensing
sponsor or employer required for the licensing endorsement the applicant is
seeking to obtain;
(5)
Proof of completion of any hours of relevant field experience of which
the applicant may be wishing to apply for, provided:
a.
Hours of relevant field experience are not more than 60 months old;
b.
Hours of relevant field experience for oil heating meet the definition
of Mec 301.06; and
c.
Hours of relevant field experience have been verified through sworn affidavit by the applicant’s licensed fuel gas fitting
employer and sponsor; and
(6)
One signed letter written by the licensed fuel gas fitter, who was
supervising, sponsoring, or directing the applicant’s fuel gas fitting
training and development during the applicant’s service or employment, stating
that the applicant meets the minimum competency requirements for the licensing
endorsement being applied for;
(h) If the application is for an individual
domestic appliance technician license:
(1)
A copy of the current and valid NH fuel gas fitting trainee license or a
copy of licensure from an out of state licensing agency which licenses the
installation, replacement, and service of domestic appliances as defined in RSA
153:27, II;
(2)
A certificate of completion of the NH fuel gas fitting educational
requirements for appliance installation, service, and replacement as approved
by the board;
(3)
A certificate of attendance demonstrating completion of the factory
authorized service and installation training program for the appliances in
which a domestic technician is seeking licensure for, or a certificate of the
successful completion of the licensing exam taken at the end of the educational
course(s) for the domestic appliance technician;
(4)
An affidavit demonstrating the hours of service signed by the licensing
sponsor or employer required for licensure as a domestic appliance technician;
(5)
An affidavit demonstrating completion of any hours of relevant field
experience of which the applicant might be wishing to apply for provided:
a.
Hours of relevant field experience are not more than 60 months old; and
b. Hours of relevant field experience
have been verified through sworn affidavit by the
applicant’s licensed fuel gas fitting employer and sponsor; and
(6)
One signed letter written by the licensed fuel gas fitter, who was
supervising, sponsoring, or directing the applicant’s domestic appliance
training and development during the applicant’s service or employment, stating
that the applicant meets the minimum competency requirements.
Source. #10648,
EMERGENCY RULE, eff 7-25-14, EXPIRES:
1-21-15; ss by #10761, INTERIM, eff 1-21-15, EXPIRES:
7-20-15; ss by #10847, eff 7-1-15; ss by #13770, eff 12-10-23
(formerly Saf-Mec 304.04) (see Revision Note at chapter heading for Mec 300)
PART Mec 305 ELIGIBILITY AND EXAMINATION FOR PLUMBING,
FUEL GAS FITTING, DOMESTIC APPLIANCE, AND HEARTH LICENSURE
Mec
305.01 Eligibility Requirements for
Initial Individual Plumbing Licensure.
(a) A person shall be eligible for initial
licensure as a master plumber if they:
(1)
Are of good character and professional competence, as evidenced by:
a.
The information supplied on the application form;
b.
Any information submitted pursuant to Mec 304.04(d); and
c.
Being a journeyman plumber without a history of consumer complaints
resulting in any disciplinary sanctions by the board within the past year;
(2)
Have held a New Hampshire journeyman plumber license for at least 6
months;
(3)
Can demonstrate proof of successful completion by examination to become
licensed as a master plumber, which shall consist of multiple choice questions
on the following topics:
a.
Plumbing systems drainage;
b.
Basic and advanced plumbing theory;
c.
Reading and interpretation of plumbing plans and drawings;
d.
Plumbing systems venting;
e.
Installation and protection of the potable water supply;
f.
Proper material selection;
g.
Backflow installation and protective devices;
h.
Commercial kitchen design, installation and
maintenance;
i.
System sizing and fixture calculations;
j.
Accessibility and handicapped requirements;
k.
Plumbing system testing, inspection and
disinfecting;
l.
Adopted plumbing codes and standards, along with their amendments;
m.
Plumbing code administration as set forth in chapter one of the state
plumbing code, including but not limited to, required permits and inspections;
and
n.
New Hampshire statutory and regulatory law governing plumbing; and
(4)
Have passed the master plumber examination by answering at least 75% of
the questions correctly.
(b) A person shall be eligible for initial
licensure as a journeyman plumber if they meet one of the following:
(1)
Are of good character and professional competence as evidenced by:
a.
The information supplied on the application form;
b.
Any information submitted pursuant to Mec 304.04(c); and
c.
Have received an apprenticeship completion certificate issued by the
apprenticeship council; or
(2)
Have completed all of the following:
a.
Demonstrated proof of previous licensure as a journeyman plumber in any
other state or jurisdiction responsible for the licensure of plumbers;
b.
Taken the examination to become licensed as a journeyman plumber, which
shall consist of multiple choice questions on, but not limited to, the topics
listed in Mec 305.01(a)(3) above; and
c.
Passed the journeyman plumber examination by answering at least 70% of
the questions correctly.
Source. #10648,
EMERGENCY RULE, eff 7-25-14, EXPIRES:
1-21-15; ss by #10761, INTERIM, eff 1-21-15, EXPIRES:
7-20-15; ss by #10847, eff 7-1-15; ss by #13770, eff 12-10-23
(formerly Saf-Mec 305.01) (see Revision Note at chapter heading for Mec 300)
Mec
305.02 Eligibility Requirements for
Initial Individual Fuel Gas Fitter Licensure as a Fuel Gas Piping Installer.
(a) A fuel gas piping installer specialty license
shall be provided to individuals who:
(1)
Are engaged in the installation of liquefied propane gas or natural gas
piping;
(2)
Are licensed as a New Hampshire plumber, approved by the board through
affidavit, experience, and education or training in the use of NFPA 54,
national fuel gas code as adopted pursuant to RSA 153:5 in the state fire code,
as defined in RSA 153:27, VI; and
(3)
Install propane and natural gas piping from the outlet of the first
stage regulator for liquefied propane, or the outlet of the natural gas meter,
which shall be the point of delivery, to any and all
fuel gas appliance(s) or other gas utilization equipment, including any and all
future portions of the gas distribution system located therein.
(b) To qualify for a fuel gas piping installer
license, an individual shall provide the following;
(1)
Proof of successful completion of a minimum of 60 hours of educational
training which covers the following subject matter:
a.
Basic gas theory involving a thorough understanding of the physical
properties and characteristics of propane and natural gas;
b.
Reading and interpretation of fuel gas piping plans and drawings;
c.
Determining proper fuel gas piping systems using appropriate sizing
tables and charts;
d.
Piping installation involving review of gas pipe sizing, gas pipe
material selection, proper installation of underground and above ground fuel
gas piping supply, and distribution systems, placing a fuel gas system in
service including purging, initial pressure testing, and leak check of gas
distribution piping and appliances;
e.
The documentation of fuel gas piping system pressure testing, leak
checking including customer notification as to the safety procedures and
recognition of fuel gas odors; and
f.
The application of laws, regulations, and adopted codes pertaining to
fuel gas piping installation and licensing; and
(2)
A minimum of 1,000 working hours of on-the-job experience in the trade
or its equivalent in an approved educational setting as defined in Mec 301.01,
relevant to the installation of gas piping within 60 consecutive months, 500
hours of which may be applied if the applicant can demonstrate proof of
relevant field experience installing, servicing, and repairing heating oil
fired equipment.
(c) Notwithstanding any rule to the contrary, a
NH licensed plumber who demonstrates that they are licensed in good standing,
shall be qualified for a fuel gas piping installer license once they
demonstrate successful completion of (b)(1) above.
Source. #10648,
EMERGENCY RULE, eff 7-25-14, EXPIRES:
1-21-15; ss by #10761, INTERIM, eff 1-21-15, EXPIRES:
7-20-15; ss by #10847, eff 7-1-15; ss by #13770, eff 12-10-23
(formerly Saf-Mec 305.02) (see Revision Note at chapter heading for Mec 300)
Mec
305.03 Eligibility Requirements for
Initial Individual Fuel Gas Fitter Licensure as a Fuel Gas Installation
Technician.
(a) A fuel gas installation technician specialty
license shall be provided to any individual engaged in the installation of
inside and outside piping from the outlet of the gas meter or first stage
regulator or residential and non-residential heating equipment systems or water
heating systems using liquefied propane gas or natural gas as defined in RSA
153:27, V, which includes:
(1)
The installation of propane and natural gas piping from the point of
delivery to the appliance(s);
(2)
The installation of gas appliances and any other gas utilization
equipment using liquefied petroleum gas;
(3)
The installation of the venting and vent systems for gas appliances and
any other gas utilization equipment which shall include the air for combustion
and dilution; and
(4)
The performance of safety checks, equipment conversion to ensure the
proper fuel supply, required efficiency, and start up procedures to ensure the
safe operation of the fuel gas appliances being installed.
(b) To qualify for a fuel gas installation
technician specialty license, an individual shall provide proof of successful
completion the following:
(1)
A minimum of 100 hours of educational training in the following subject
matter:
a.
Basic gas theory involving a thorough understanding of the physical
properties and characteristics of propane and natural gas;
b.
Reading and interpretation of fuel gas piping plans and drawings;
c.
Determining proper fuel gas piping systems using appropriate sizing
tables and charts;
d.
Piping installation involving review of gas pipe sizing, gas pipe
material selection, proper installation of underground and above ground fuel
gas piping supply and distribution systems, placing a fuel gas system in
service including purging, initial pressure testing, and leak check of gas
distribution piping and appliances;
e.
The documentation of fuel gas piping system pressure testing, leak
checking including customer notification as to the safety procedures and recognition
of fuel gas odors;
f.
Liquefied propane and natural gas appliance installation, including
clearance to combustibles, combustion, dilution, and the proper sizing of
ventilation air requirements;
g.
Liquefied propane and natural gas appliance venting including venting
categories, selection and use of proper venting materials, vent sizing and
clearances, and installation;
h.
Placing propane and natural gas appliances equipment into service while
controlling propane and air mixtures for proper combustion;
i.
Verification for proper operation of safety controls and devices;
j.
The proper utilization of combustion analyzing equipment with respect to
applicable codes and manufacturer’s installation instructions; and
k.
The application of the adopted codes and standards that apply to the
requirements of Mec 305.03 (b)(1); and
(2)
A minimum of 1,000 working hours of on-the-job experience in the trade
or its equivalent in an approved educational setting as defined in Mec 301.01,
relevant to the installation, service, and repair of gas appliances or
equipment within 60 consecutive months, 500 hours of which may be applied if
the applicant can demonstrate proof of relevant field experience installing,
servicing, and repairing heating oil fired appliances or equipment.
(c) Notwithstanding any rule to the contrary, an
individual who is holding a fuel gas piping installer’s license pursuant to Mec
305.02 wishing to ascend to this licensing level shall provide proof of:
(1) Successful completion of a formal educational
program of at least 40 hours approved pursuant to the subject matter prescribed
by Mec 305.03(b)(1) f. through k. above; and
(2)
A minimum of 1,000 working hours of on-the-job experience in the trade
or its equivalent in an approved educational setting as defined in Mec 301.01,
relevant to the installation, service, and repair of gas appliances or
equipment within 60 consecutive months, 500 hours of which may be applied if
the applicant can provide proof of relevant field experience installing,
servicing, and repairing heating oil fired appliances or equipment.
Source. #10648,
EMERGENCY RULE, eff 7-25-14, EXPIRES:
1-21-15; ss by #10761, INTERIM, eff 1-21-15, EXPIRES:
7-20-15; ss by #10847, eff 7-1-15; ss by #13770, eff 12-10-23
(formerly Saf-Mec 305.03) (see Revision Note at chapter heading for Mec 300)
Mec
305.04 Eligibility Requirements for
Initial Individual Fuel Gas Fitter Licensure as a Fuel Gas Service Technician.
(a) A fuel gas service technician specialty
license shall be provided to individuals engaged in the servicing and repair of
inside and outside piping from the outlet of the gas meter or first stage
regulator or residential and non-residential heating equipment systems or water
heating systems using liquefied propane gas or natural gas.
(b) An individual applying for the fuel gas
service technician specialty license shall provide proof of successful
completion of the following:
(1)
A minimum of 140 hours of educational training in the following subject
matter:
a.
Basic gas theory involving a thorough understanding of the physical properties
and characteristics of propane and natural gas;
b.
Reading and interpretation of fuel gas piping plans and drawings;
c.
Determining proper fuel gas piping systems using appropriate sizing
tables and charts;
d.
Piping installation involving review of gas pipe sizing, gas pipe
material selection, proper installation of underground and above ground fuel
gas piping supply and distribution systems, placing a fuel gas system in
service including purging, initial pressure testing, and leak check of gas
distribution piping and appliances;
e.
The documentation of fuel gas piping system pressure testing, leak
checking including customer notification as to the safety procedures, and
recognition of fuel gas odors;
f.
Liquefied propane and natural gas appliance installation including
clearance to combustibles, combustion, dilution, and the proper sizing of
ventilation air requirements;
g.
Liquefied propane and natural gas appliance venting including venting
categories, selection and use of proper venting materials, vent sizing and
clearances, and installation;
h.
Placing propane and natural gas appliances equipment into service while
controlling propane and air mixtures for proper combustion;
i.
Verification for proper operation of safety controls and devices;
j.
The proper utilization of combustion analyzing equipment with respect to
applicable codes and manufacturer’s installation instructions;
k.
Troubleshooting electrical circuits and control devices while measuring
electrical quantities using an electrical meter;
l.
Identifying operating characteristics and components of common appliance
safety and sensing devices including the testing and replacement of operating
controls;
m.
Gas pressure measurements including supply and appliance burner pressure
detection;
n.
Ignition safety systems including the 100 percent pilot safety shut-off
and other electronic safety shut-off devices;
o.
Flue gas analysis and carbon monoxide detection;
p.
Interpretation of gas appliance equipment wiring diagrams to determine
the sequence of operation of any given appliance;
q.
Fuel gas equipment maintenance and inspection, heat exchanger
inspection, and routine service requirements; and
r.
Application of the adopted codes and standards as it relates to the
items above; and
(2)
A minimum of 2,000 working hours of on-the-job experience in the trade
or its equivalent in an approved educational setting as defined in Mec 301.01,
relevant to the installation, service, and repair of gas appliances or
equipment within 60 consecutive months, 750 hours of which may be applied if
the applicant can demonstrate proof of relevant field experience installing,
servicing, and repairing heating oil fired appliances or equipment.
(c) Notwithstanding any rule to the contrary, an
individual holding a fuel gas installation technician license pursuant to Mec
305.03 and wishing to ascend to this licensing level shall provide proof of:
(1) Successful completion of a formal educational
program of at least 40 hours approved pursuant to Mec 305.04 in the subject
matter prescribed by (b)(1) k. through r. above; and
(2)
A minimum of 2,000 working hours of on-the-job experience in the trade
or its equivalent in an approved educational setting as defined in Mec 301.01,
relevant to the installation, service, and repair of gas appliances or
equipment within 60 consecutive months, 750 hours of which may be applied if
the applicant can demonstrate proof of relevant field experience installing,
servicing, and repairing heating oil fired appliances or equipment.
Source. #10648,
EMERGENCY RULE, eff 7-25-14, EXPIRES:
1-21-15; ss by #10761, INTERIM, eff 1-21-15, EXPIRES:
7-20-15; ss by #10847, eff 7-1-15; ss by #13770, eff 12-10-23
(formerly Saf-Mec 305.04) (see Revision Note at chapter heading for Mec 300)
Mec
305.05 Eligibility Requirements for
Initial Individual Fuel Gas Fitter Licensure as a Hearth System Installation
and Service Technician.
(a) A hearth system installation and service
technician specialty license shall be provided to individuals engaged in the
installation, servicing, and repair of liquefied propane gas or natural gas
hearth appliances and venting systems.
(b) An individual for the hearth system
installation and service technician specialty license shall provide proof of
successful completion of the following:
(1)
A minimum of at least 60 hours of educational training which covers the
following subject matter:
a.
Basic gas theory involving a thorough understanding of the physical
properties and characteristics of propane and natural gas;
b. Piping installation involving review of gas
pipe sizing, gas pipe material selection, proper installation of underground
and above ground fuel gas piping supply, placing a fuel gas system in service
including purging, initial pressure testing, and leak check of gas distribution
piping and appliances;
c.
Placing propane and natural gas equipment into service while controlling
propane and air mixtures for proper combustion;
d. Liquefied propane and natural gas
hearth installation, including clearance to combustibles and the proper sizing
of ventilation systems, including the combustion and dilution air requirements;
e.
Liquefied propane gas and natural gas equipment venting including
venting categories, vent materials, vent sizing, and clearances;
f.
Diagnostics of hearth system appliances;
g.
Troubleshooting hearth system appliances;
h.
Gas pressure measurements and detection, flue gas analysis, and leak
detection;
i.
Ignition control systems; and
j.
The application of the adopted codes and standards as it relates to the
items above; and
(2)
A minimum of 2000 hours of field experience relevant to the installation
and service of hearth appliances and hearth appliance venting systems within 60
consecutive months.
Source. #10648,
EMERGENCY RULE, eff 7-25-14, EXPIRES:
1-21-15; ss by #10761, INTERIM, eff 1-21-15, EXPIRES:
7-20-15; ss by #10847, eff 7-1-15; ss by #13770, eff 12-10-23
(formerly Saf-Mec 305.05) (see Revision Note at chapter heading for Mec 300)
Mec
305.06 Eligibility Requirements for
Initial Individual Domestic Appliance Technician Licensure.
(a) A domestic appliance technician specialty
license shall be provided to individuals engaged in the specific installation,
servicing, and repair of liquefied
propane or natural gas domestic appliances designed specifically for
residential use, limited to residential clothes dryers and their exhaust
systems, domestic cook tops and ranges and their venting systems, outdoor cooking equipment, and pool
heaters, including the venting systems for which the training and manufacturers
certification applies to.
(b) A domestic appliance technician specialty
license applicant shall provide proof of successful completion of the
following:
(1)
A minimum of at least 40 hours of educational training which covers the
following subject matter:
a.
Basic gas theory involving a thorough understanding of the physical
properties and characteristics of propane and natural gas;
b.
Fixed piping installation involving review of gas pipe sizing, gas pipe
material selection, proper installation of above ground fuel gas piping supply,
placing a fuel gas system in service including purging, initial pressure
testing and leak check of gas distribution piping and residential cooking and
clothes drying appliances, generators, outdoor pool heaters or outdoor
fireplaces, and cooking equipment;
c.
Placing propane and natural gas equipment into service while controlling
propane and air mixtures for proper combustion;
d. Liquefied propane and natural gas
appliance installation including clearance to combustibles, combustion,
dilution, and ventilation air requirements are properly sized;
e.
Liquefied propane gas and natural gas equipment venting including
venting categories, vent materials, vent sizing, and clearances; and
f.
Fundamentals of residential dryer exhaust and exhaust systems;
(2)
A minimum of 30 hours of factory authorized certification training
specific to the appliances of which the applicant will be performing
installation and service on:
a.
Diagnostics of appliances;
b.
Troubleshooting specific appliances;
c.
Gas pressure measurements and detection, flue gas analysis and leak
detection;
d.
Ignition control systems;
e.
Following manufacturer’s specifications for installation and service;
and
f.
The application of adopted codes and standards as it relates to the
items above; and
(3)
A minimum of 1000 hours of field experience relevant to the installation
and service of appliances and appliance venting systems within 60 consecutive
months.
Source. #10648,
EMERGENCY RULE, eff 7-25-14, EXPIRES:
1-21-15; ss by #10761, INTERIM, eff 1-21-15, EXPIRES:
7-20-15; ss by #10847, eff 7-1-15; ss by #13770, eff 12-10-23
(formerly Saf-Mec 305.06) (see Revision Note at chapter heading for Mec 300)
PART Mec 306
PLUMBING APPRENTICES AND FUEL GAS TRAINEES
Mec 306.01 Obligations
of Plumbing Apprentices. Licensed
plumbers shall take on as apprentices only those individuals who:
(a) Work under a licensed NH master plumber who
shall supervise the work experience and provide for educational development
under an apprenticeship program meeting the requirements of the state
apprenticeship council;
(b) Are supervised by a licensed NH master
plumber as follows:
(1)
The first 2 years of supervision shall be direct supervision as defined
in Mec 102.06; and
(2)
The remaining years of supervision shall be supervised as defined in Mec
102.25; and
(c) Hold a currently valid apprentice license
issued by the board.
Source. #10648,
EMERGENCY RULE, eff 7-25-14, EXPIRES:
1-21-15; ss by #10761, INTERIM, eff 1-21-15, EXPIRES:
7-20-15; ss by #10847, eff 7-1-15; ss by #13770, eff 12-10-23
(formerly Saf-Mec 306.01) (see Revision Note at chapter heading for Mec 300)
Mec
306.02 Obligations of Fuel Gas
Trainees. Licensed fuel gas fitters
shall sponsor as trainees only those individuals who:
(a) Work under a licensed NH fuel gas fitter who
shall sponsor the trainee and oversee the educational and work experience
meeting the requirements for fuel gas fitting licensing;
(b) Hold a currently valid trainee license issued
by the board; and
(c) Are supervised under the level of direct
supervision described in Mec 102.06.
Source. #10648,
EMERGENCY RULE, eff 7-25-14, EXPIRES:
1-21-15; ss by #10761, INTERIM, eff 1-21-15, EXPIRES:
7-20-15; ss by #10847, eff 7-1-15; ss by #13770, eff 12-10-23
(formerly Saf-Mec 306.02) (see Revision Note at chapter heading for Mec 300)
Mec
306.03 Concurrent Hours of Relevant
Field Experience For Apprentices and Trainees. Any registered licensed plumbing apprentice
who is also a registered licensed fuel gas trainee may accrue their hours of
relevant field experience concurrently.
Source. #10648,
EMERGENCY RULE, eff 7-25-14, EXPIRES:
1-21-15; ss by #10761, INTERIM, eff 1-21-15, EXPIRES:
7-20-15; ss by #10847, eff 7-1-15; ss by #13770, eff 12-10-23
(formerly Saf-Mec 306.05) (see Revision Note at chapter heading for Mec 300)
PART Mec 307
MECHANICAL BUSINESS ENTITIES
Mec
307.01 Application Form to be Used by
Mechanical Business Entities, Mechanical Corporations, Limited Liability
Companies, and Partnerships.
(a) Mechanical business entities, mechanical
corporations, limited liability companies, and partnerships shall apply for
licensure on the “Business Entity Application for Initial Licensure and
Renewal” revised 8/2023 and provided by the board.
Source. #10648,
EMERGENCY RULE, eff 7-25-14, EXPIRES:
1-21-15; ss by #10761, INTERIM, eff 1-21-15, EXPIRES:
7-20-15; ss by #10847, eff 7-1-15; ss by #13770, eff 12-10-23
(formerly Saf-Mec 307.01) (see Revision Note at chapter heading for Mec 300)
Mec
307.02 Effect of Signature on
Application for License as a Mechanical Business. Each applicant shall sign the application
which acknowledges the statement below:
"I acknowledge that,
under RSA 641:3, I, knowingly making a false statement on this application form
is a misdemeanor. I certify that the information I have provided on all parts
of the application form and in the documents that I have personally submitted
to support my application is complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge
and belief. I also certify that I have read RSA 153:27 through RSA 153:38 and
the rules of the board and will abide by them."
Source. #10648,
EMERGENCY RULE, eff 7-25-14, EXPIRES:
1-21-15; ss by #10761, INTERIM, eff 1-21-15, EXPIRES:
7-20-15; ss by #10847, eff 7-1-15; (formerly Saf-Mec 307.02) (see
Revision Note at chapter heading for Mec 300)
Mec
307.03 Required Supporting Materials. Business applicants for licensure shall
provide the following documents supporting their applications:
(a) Proof of good standing with the secretary of
state;
(b) Poof of liability insurance; and
(c) A List of all current licensed employees that
includes:
(1)
Full name as listed on their license; and
(2)
N.H. license number.
Source. #10648,
EMERGENCY RULE, eff 7-25-14, EXPIRES:
1-21-15; ss by #10761, INTERIM, eff 1-21-15, EXPIRES:
7-20-15; ss by #10847, eff 7-1-15; ss by #13770, eff 12-10-23
(formerly Saf-Mec 307.03) (see Revision Note at chapter heading for Mec 300)
Mec
307.04 Application Process for
Mechanical Business Entities, Mechanical Corporations, Limited Liability
Companies, and Partnerships.
(a) Each corporation, limited liability company,
or partnership seeking an initial license to practice fuel gas fitting or
plumbing shall do so by submitting the following application packet:
(1)
The “Business Entity for Initial Licensure and Renewal” form provided by
the board;
(2)
The additional supporting materials specified by Mec 307.03; and
(3)
Any business license fee required by Plc 1002.25.
(b) The board shall not consider a request for
initial licensure until the completed business application packet described in
(a) above has been received by the board’s office.
(c) If the board, after receiving and reviewing
the completed business application packet, requires further information or
documents pursuant to (a) above, to determine the applicant's qualification for
licensure, the board shall:
(1)
So notify the applicant in writing within 30 days; and
(2)
Specify the information or documents it requires.
(d) The board shall deny the application if the
applicant does not submit the additional information or documents requested
under (c) above within 60 days of the request.
(e) The board shall approve or deny the
application, in accordance with Mec 307.05, in writing within 60 days of the
date that the board’s office has received the completed business application
packet and any information or documents requested under (c) above.
(f) A business applicant wishing to challenge the
board's denial of its application shall make a written request for a hearing of
the challenge and submit it within 60 days of the notice of the denial.
(g) A mechanical business owner who is the sole
licensee for the business entity, meaning that they employ no plumbing or fuel
gas fitting technicians, shall be exempt from the licensing fees, until such
time they take on apprentices, trainees, or licensed plumbers or fuel gas
fitting technicians.
Source. #10648,
EMERGENCY RULE, eff 7-25-14, EXPIRES:
1-21-15; ss by #10761, INTERIM, eff 1-21-15, EXPIRES:
7-20-15; ss by #10847, eff 7-1-15; ss by #13770, eff 12-10-23
(formerly Saf-Mec 307.04) (see Revision Note at chapter heading for Mec 300)
Mec
307.05 Eligibility Requirements for
Initial Business Licensure.
(a) A business shall be eligible for initial
licensure if the business:
(1)
Is a company, a corporation, a limited liability company, or a
partnership or a limited liability partnership;
(2)
Is engaged in one of the following:
a.
Plumbing;
b.
Fuel gas fitting;
c.
Plumbing and fuel gas fitting;
d.
Hearth system installing or servicing; or
e.
Domestic appliance installing or servicing;
(3)
Employs at least one corporate officer, or responsible managing
employee, as applicable, who currently holds a New Hampshire fuel gas fitting
license, master plumber license, domestic appliance technician license, or
hearth system installer license specific to the discipline for which licensure
is sought; and
(4)
For companies employing one or more licensed individuals, pays the
applicable fee as prescribed in Mec 502.01.
If the applicant for a business license is a sole proprietor, not having
any employees, the applicant is exempt from paying a licensure fee.
(b) A licensed fuel gas fitting or plumbing
business shall:
(1)
Give notice to the board if no other officer, partner, manager, or
designee, is licensed within 30 days after the death or withdrawal of the
licensed person as a:
a.
Corporate officer or designee;
b.
Member of the partnership;
c.
Responsible managing employee;
d.
One or more managing members of the limited liability company or
designee; or
e.
Licensed business entity, corporation, partnership, or limited liability
company;
(2)
Not act as a fuel gas fitter or plumber, or combination thereof until
some other officer, member, or designee, has obtained a licensed fuel gas
fitter or master plumber as the responsible managing employee respectively; and
(2)
Give notice within 30 days if a gas trainee or plumber apprentice severs
employment with the employer or sponsor.
Source. #10648,
EMERGENCY RULE, eff 7-25-14, EXPIRES:
1-21-15; ss by #10761, INTERIM, eff 1-21-15, EXPIRES:
7-20-15; ss by #10847, eff 7-1-15; ss by #13770, eff 12-10-23
(formerly Saf-Mec 307.05) (see Revision Note at chapter heading for Mec 300)
Mec
307.06 Duties and Recognition of a
Mechanical Business Entity.
(a) No business shall perform fuel gas fitting,
plumbing, hearth system installing or servicing, or domestic appliance
installing or servicing without a business entity license pursuant to Mec 307.
(b) Each licensed business entity shall be issued
a certificate by the board.
(c) The certificate issued by the board shall
serve as formal recognition of proper licensure for the purposes of NH RSA
155-A and may be used by said business entities for local permit application
processes.
(d) For the purposes of (c) above, and upon the
request of a local permitting official, a business entity shall provide a
current list of all licensed fuel gas fitters or plumbers employed by said
entity.
Source. #10648,
EMERGENCY RULE, eff 7-25-14, EXPIRES:
1-21-15; ss by #10761, INTERIM, eff 1-21-15, EXPIRES:
7-20-15; ss by #10847, eff 7-1-15; ss by #13770, eff 12-10-23
(formerly Saf-Mec 307.06) (see Revision Note at chapter heading for Mec 300)
PART Mec 308 APPROVAL OF TRAINING AND TESTING PROGRAMS FOR
LICENSURE
Mec
308.01 Approval of Training Programs
for Licensure.
(a) The mechanical licensing board shall approve
all educational programs for content, continuity, and applicability toward the
licensing of individuals for fuel gas fitting, domestic appliance technicians,
hearth system installation and service technicians, and plumbing.
(b) If the program requires the use of a
classroom, the mechanical licensing board shall review and approve the facility
for each applicant’s request to determine that the students are attending
programs in an environment that shall be as comfortable as possible with regard to temperature, light and seating arrangements.
(c) An applicant that wants to have its training
program accepted under these rules shall submit to the mechanical licensing
board a short statement describing the licensing program or specialty license
endorsement program for which the training program is to be evaluated,
including:
(1) The training program’s curriculum;
(2) A copy of the training program’s educational
material;
(3) A statement demonstrating the method by which
the subject matter will be delivered to the student;
(4) Copies of quizzes, worksheets, handouts and chapter exams;
(5) A statement demonstrating:
a. The integrity and proctoring of exams; and
b. The educational subject matter incorporated
in the tests; and
(6) A biography of the training program
instructors that demonstrates proof of the educational and trade experience
required to instruct students on the requested subject matter.
(d) Upon receipt of a request for approval of an
applicant’s training program, the board shall schedule a time for the applicant
to provide a presentation to the board.
Source. #10648,
EMERGENCY RULE, eff 7-25-14, EXPIRES:
1-21-15; ss by #10761, INTERIM, eff 1-21-15, EXPIRES:
7-20-15; ss by #10847, eff 7-1-15; (formerly Saf-Mec 308.01) (see
Revision Note at chapter heading for Mec 300)
Mec
308.02 Testing Organization Approval.
(a) Applicants seeking approval of their testing
program shall submit to the mechanical licensing board the following:
(1) A short statement of the specialty license
for which the applicant wants its testing program to be evaluated;
(2) Copies of the exams that demonstrate the
validity of the exam questions as they relate to the adopted codes, standards,
and these rules specifically related to licensing endorsement, or trade applied
for;
(3) The testing administration procedure, as
follows:
a. Exams shall consist of a mixture of multiple
choice, true or false, fill in the blank, and work sheet calculations;
b. Each exam for licensure shall be no less than
100 questions; and
c. For the purposes of licensing administration,
a passing score shall be no less than 70% unless otherwise specified in these
rules; and
(4) Evidence of the following standards of exam
integrity:
a. Tests shall be validated by the testing
entity and audited by the board, biannually, to insure
reliability to current industry standards, accepted practices and concurrence
with applicable codes and standards;
b. Tests shall be maintained in a manner that
demonstrates the highest regard for test security, including secured in a
locked cabinet when not in use; and
c. The testing entity shall notify the board of
its biannual validation of tests pursuant to a. above at which time the board
shall conduct an audit of the exam and procedures; and
(5) Evidence of the following standards for the
proctoring of exams:
a. Tests shall be administered only to those
candidates that have met all of the prerequisites for
the specific test being administered;
b. Test proctors and examiners shall not have
been the candidate’s instructor for the specialty license they are
administering;
c. Proctors shall monitor the registration
process for all examinations;
d. Candidates shall be required to show proof of
positive identification by means of government issued photo identification;
e. Testing environment shall be as comfortable
as possible with regard to temperature, light and
seating arrangements;
f. Candidates shall not be permitted to bring
any electronic devices into an exam, except that a non-programmable calculator
shall be permitted during exams requiring mathematical calculations;
g. Candidates shall be adequately spaced so that
they cannot readily view the exam documents of other candidates; and
h. Alternative proctoring methods, such as oral
examination shall be permitted, as approved by the board, provided that
adequate justification is submitted. Such alternative methods shall be as
closely similar to the written test method with regard
to exam integrity.
(b) Upon receipt of a request for approval of an
applicant’s examination program, the board shall schedule a time for the
applicant to provide a presentation to the board.
Source. #10648,
EMERGENCY RULE, eff 7-25-14, EXPIRES:
1-21-15; ss by #10761, INTERIM, eff 1-21-15, EXPIRES:
7-20-15; ss by #10847, eff 7-1-15; (formerly Saf-Mec 308.02) (see
Revision Note at chapter heading for Mec 300)
Mec
308.03 Approval.
(a) The board shall review and approve a training
program that meets or exceeds the educational standards set forth in Mec 305.
(b) The board shall review and approve an
examination program that meets or exceeds the standards set forth in Mec 305.
(c) Any training or examination program holding
board approval at the time these rules became effective shall at the next audit
described in Mec 610.02 comply with all rules in effect at the time of that
audit.
Source. #10648,
EMERGENCY RULE, eff 7-25-14, EXPIRES:
1-21-15; ss by #10761, INTERIM, eff 1-21-15, EXPIRES:
7-20-15; ss by #10847, eff 7-1-15; ss by #13770, eff 12-10-23
(formerly Saf-Mec 308.03) (see Revision Note at chapter heading for Mec 300)
APPENDIX
Rule |
Statute
Implemented |
Mec
301.01 |
RSA
541-A:7 |
Mec 301.02 |
RSA 541-A:7 |
Mec 301.03 |
RSA 153:27, II |
Mec 301.04 |
RSA 153:27, II |
Mec 301.05 |
RSA 153:27, II |
Mec 301.06 |
RSA 153:27, II |
Mec 301.07 |
RSA 155-A:1, IV |
Mec 301.08 |
RSA 153:27, VII |
Mec 301.09 |
RSA 153:27, VIII |
Mec 301.10 |
RSA 153:27, IX |
Mec 301.11 |
RSA 153:27, X |
Mec 301.12 |
RSA 541-A:7 |
Mec 301.13 |
RSA 153:27, XII |
Mec 301.14 |
RSA 153:27, XIII |
Mec 301.15 |
RSA 153:27, XIV |
Mec 301.16- Mec 301.18 |
RSA 541-A:7 |
Mec 301.19 |
RSA 541-A:7; RSA 155-A:1, IV |
Mec 301.20-Mec 301.24 |
RSA 541-A:7 |
Mec 302.01 |
RSA 153:37, I |
Mec 302.02 |
RSA 153:28, I(a); RSA 278:8, IV |
Mec 302.03 |
RSA 153:30, I(a) |
Mec 302.04 |
RSA 153:29-a, II |
Mec 302.05 |
RSA 153:29-a, I; RSA 293-A:15.01 |
Mec 302.06 |
RSA 153:29-a, V |
Mec 302.07 |
RSA 153:27-a, II(b); RSA 641:3 |
Mec 302.08 |
RSA 153:27-a, II(b); RSA 161-B:11 |
Mec 302.09-Mec 302.13 |
RSA 153:27-a, II(b) |
Mec 302.13-302.14 |
RSA 153:27-a, II(b) |
Mec 303 |
RSA 153:36 |
Mec 303.04 |
RSA 153:36 |
Med 303.10 |
RSA 153:36, IX |
Mec 304.01(a) and (b) |
RSA 153:27-a, II(b) |
Mec 304.01(c) and (d) |
RSA 153:28, I(a); RSA 541-A:29, I |
Mec 304.01(e) |
RSA 153:28, I(a); RSA 541-A:29,
II |
Mec 304.01(f) |
RSA 153:28, I(a); RSA 153:32, II |
Mec 304.01(g)-304.02(d)(6)a. . |
RSA 153:28, I(a): RSA 332-A:1 |
Mec 304.01(g)-304.02(d)(6)a. |
RSA 153:27-a, II(b): RSA 332-A:1 |
Mec 304.02(d)(6)b.-304.04 |
RSA 153:27-a, II(b) |
Mec 305.01 |
RSA 153:27-a, II(b); RSA 153:29 |
Mec 305.02-305.06 |
RSA 153:27-a, II(b) |
Mec 306 |
RSA 153:27-a, II(b) |
Mec 307.01 |
RSA 153:29-a |
Mec 307.03- 307.06 |
RSA 153:29-a |
Mec 308 |
RSA 153:27-a, II(c) |