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918-311-0020 Time Limit for Electrical Plan Review (1) Electrical plan reviews shall be approved or denied within ten working days from receipt of the complete electrical plans by the jurisdiction requiring plan review. A reviewed set of plans shall be returned to the plan applicant: (a) If a plan is rejected, the deficiencies must be set out in writing. Upon resubmission of the necessary items, the ten-day requirement starts again; (b) If, because of the complexity or size of the installation, additional time beyond the ten working days is required to complete the review, the jurisdiction shall notify the person taking out the electrical permit of the reasons for the delay and the date the review will be completed. (2) Phased permits may be issued as described in OAR 918-309-0025. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 479.870 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 479.870 History: BCD 9-2003, f. 6-13-03, cert. ef. 7-1-03 BCD 19-1996, f. 9-17-96, cert. ef. 10-1-96, Renumbered from 918-320-0310 BCA 44-1991, f. & cert. ef. 12-26-91 BCA 33-1991(Temp), f. & cert. ef. 9-30-91
918-311-0050 Standards for Electrical Plans Review A person performing electrical plan review shall do the following as a minimum: (1) Load Calculations. Check load calculations for appropriateness, completeness and accuracy. (2) Equipment. Check and determine if the equipment is: (a) Suitable for the environment; and (b) Properly sized and rated to meet the minimum code requirements. (3) Service and Feeder. Check service and feeder installations for code compliance related to: (a) Wiring method; (b) Conduit and box fill; (c) Conductor size and ampacity rating; (d) Clearances; (e) Locations; (f) Accessibility; and (g) Service grounding conductor size. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 479.870 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 479.870 History: BCD 19-1996, f. 9-17-96, cert. ef. 10-1-96, Renumbered from 918-320-0340 BCA 44-1991, f. & cert. ef. 12-26-91 BCA 33-1991(Temp), f. & cert. ef. 9-30-91
918-311-0055 Fees for Electrical Plan Reviews Performed by Building Codes Division (1) For electrical plan reviews performed on structures meeting the installation requirements of OAR 918-311-0040 and that are in jurisdictions where the Building Codes Division administers and enforces the electrical program, the plan review fee shall be an amount equal to 25 percent of the electrical permit fee(s). (2) These fees do not apply to prefabricated structures, which are addressed in OAR 918-311-0060, or to electrified fixed guideway railway system installations, which are addressed in 918-305-0500. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 455.020, 479.730 & 479.870 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 455.020, 479.730 & 479.870 History: BCD 25-2001, f. 12-28-01, cert. ef. 1-1-02
918-311-0060 Electrical Plan Review for Prefabricated Structures (1) Authority. The rule is authorized by ORS 479.870 and sets electrical plan review requirements for the electrical aspects of prefabricated buildings and components intended for use in Oregon. (2) Definitions. For purpose of this rule: (a) A "prefabricated building" is a "prefabricated permanent building" or "prefabricated relocatable building" defined in OAR 918-674-0005. (b) A "prefabricated component" is a "component" defined in OAR 918-674-0005; (c) "Intended for use in Oregon" means: (A) The structure is manufactured in Oregon and is intended to be used in Oregon, or Oregon and other states; or (B) Manufactured in another state but intended to be first delivered to Oregon for use in Oregon regardless of whether it is intended to also be used in other states. (d) "State of manufacture" is the state where a prefabricated building or component is manufactured. (3) Applicability: (a) Electrical plan review is required for prefabricated buildings and components manufactured in Oregon or manufactured out of state for use in Oregon that are identified as complex structures in accordance with OAR 918-311-0040, unless the division waives the plan review requirement in writing. (b) When a plan review is required by this rule, the relevant prefabricated structures rules in OAR 918, division 674 are applicable except to the extent a different requirement is provided in this rule. (4) Requirements. When plan review under this rule is required, the manufacturer shall: (a) Pay an electrical plan review fee as provided in section (5) of this rule; (b) Meet the requirements of OAR 918-311-0040 for electrical plan reviews for number of copies, readability and contents; and (c) Submit a timely request allowing the division at least ten business days to complete the plan review. (5) Fees. The electrical plan review fees shall be $69 per hour with a minimum charge of $69. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 479.730 & 479.870 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 479.730 & 479.870 History: BCD 13-2019, amend filed 10/21/2019, effective 01/01/2020 BCD 4-2019, temporary amend filed 04/23/2019, effective 04/23/2019 through 10/19/2019 BCD 26-2018, temporary amend filed 10/11/2018, effective 10/16/2018 through 04/13/2019 BCD 7-2018, temporary amend filed 04/19/2018, effective 04/19/2018 through 10/15/2018 BCD 10-2001, f. 9-28-01, cert. ef. 10-1-01 BCD 9-2001(Temp), f. 8-15-01, cert. ef. 9-4-01 thru 3-3-02 BCD 19-1996, f. 9-17-96, cert. ef. 10-1-96, Renumbered from 918-320-0345 BCD 3-1995, f. & cert. ef. 3-3-95 BCD 18-1994, f. 8-30-94, cert. ef. 9-1-94 BCD 8-1994(Temp), f. 3-16-94, cert. ef. 3-25-94
918-311-0065 Electric Vehicle Charging Systems Statewide Permit and Inspection Protocol To ensure a path for the emerging technology and enable the installation of charging systems for electric vehicles the following permit and inspection protocols will apply throughout the state, notwithstanding contrary provisions contained in the Oregon Electrical Specialty Code. This Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) permit covers the installation of all electrical components dedicated to the operation of an electric vehicle charging system. No other state building code permit is required. (1) Building officials and inspectors shall permit and allow installation of an electric vehicle charging system that has a Building Codes Division special deputy certification label without further testing or certification. (2) Persons installing an electric vehicle charging system must obtain a permit from the inspecting jurisdiction for the EVSE. (3)(a) The permit shall be a flat fee based on an inspecting jurisdiction’s feeder permit fee for circuit of equivalent size to cover the cost of enforcement and inspection of the items listed in sub-section (4). (b) Permits issued under this rule include up to two inspections. (4) Inspection of an EVSE installation is limited to determining compliance with the following Oregon Electrical Specialty Code provisions: (a) Overcurrent protection, per articles 225 and 240; (b) Physical protection of conductors, per article 300; (c) Separation and sizing of the grounding and neutral conductors, per article 250; and (d) Provisions for locking out the disconnecting means for maintenance, per chapter 4. (5) If an electric vehicle charging system is mounted in or on a pedestal that is not attached to a structure, as defined by the Oregon Electrical Specialty Code, the installation of a grounding electrode system to supplement lightning protection is allowed but cannot be required. (6) An electrical contractor employing a general supervising electrician in accordance with OAR 918-282-0010 is authorized to use a minor installation label to install a new branch circuit limited to 60 amps 240 volts for the purpose of installing a wall mounted EVSE unit in the garage of one and two family dwellings, and connect a listed wall mounted EVSE unit to that branch circuit. The electrical panel where the circuit originates must be in the garage within sight from the EVSE unit. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 455.065 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 455.065 History: BCD 16-2025, amend filed 12/29/2025, effective 01/01/2026 BCD 10-2012, f. 9-28-12, cert. ef. 10-1-12 BCD 4-2012(Temp), f. & cert. ef. 5-1-12 thru 9-30-12 BCD 8-2010, f. 6-15-10, cert. ef. 7-1-10 BCD 30-2008, f. 12-31-08, cert. ef 1-1-09 BCD 16-2008(Temp), f. & cert. ef. 9-26-08 thru 3-25-09
918-311-0080 Alternate Certification for Installation of Small Wind Turbines (1) Wind turbines with a name plate capacity of not more than 100kW that meet the following criteria are considered certified as required by ORS 479.610. (2) Certification under this rule only applies to small wind turbines where: (a) The product design is reviewed for compliance with appropriate product safety and functionality standards and stamped by an Oregon-licensed professional electrical engineer; and (b) The inverter is listed or labeled by a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory. (3)(a) To ensure the safety of the components under this rule: (A) The manufacturer must submit one of each model of the product to an approved field evaluation firm for evaluation and approval as meeting electrical product safety standards; (B) The manufacturer must certify that each additional turbine of the same model meets the approved electrical product safety standards of the evaluated model; and (C) The field evaluation firm will provide for random evaluation of additional units as necessary, in accordance with the recommended practices required by OAR 918-306-0010(2)(c). (b) If the approved model is changed it must be re-evaluated. (4) Documentation demonstrating compliance with section (3) of this rule must be provided to the inspecting jurisdiction. (5) Installations performed under this rule are required to comply with all appropriate permit, inspection, and licensing requirements. (6) The provisions of this rule expire on January 1, 2011. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 479.760 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 479.760 History: BCD 6-2009, f. 9-30-09, cert. ef. 10-1-09 BCD 5-2009(Temp), f. & cert. ef. 7-27-09 thru 10-1-09
918-400-0200 Notice of Rule Making The following persons shall be provided all elevator-related rulemaking notices at no charge: (1) All active Oregon licensed elevator contractors; (2) All Oregon state elevator inspectors; and (3) International Union of Elevator Constructors, Locals 19 (Seattle), 23 (Portland) and 38 (Salt Lake City). Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 183.335 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 183.335 History: BCD 13-1999, f. & cert. ef. 10-1-99 BCD 18-1995, f. & cert. ef. 12-15-95
918-400-0220 Attorney General Model Rules of Procedure The Attorney General’s Model Rules of Procedure, as adopted by the division in OAR 918-001-0010, apply in all contested cases. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 183.341 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 183.341 History: BCD 18-1995, f. & cert. ef. 12-15-95, Renumbered from 918-400-0075 DC 1-1985, f. & ef. 1-4-85, Renumbered from 814-030-0050 DC 25-1982, f. & ef. 12-16-82
918-400-0240 Appeals under ORS 460.155 When an appeal is filed under ORS 460.155, formal contested case proceedings will be provided to the appellant. (1) A hearings officer will hear the appeal and provide a report and recommendations to the board and the administrator. (2) The board considers the report and exceptions, if any are filed, and provides recommendations to the administrator. (3) The administrator enters a final order. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 460.155 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 460.155 History: BCD 18-1995, f. & cert. ef. 12-15-95
918-400-0270 Definitions, Cross Reference (1) Statutory definitions for the elevator laws are in ORS 460.005. (2) Electrical definitions are in ORS 479.530. (3) Code definitions are in Section 1.3 of the adopted Oregon Elevator Specialty Code (ASME A17.1). Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 460.085 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 460.085 History: BCD 10-2009, f. 12-30-09, cert. ef. 1-1-10 BCD 2-2005, f. 3-16-05, cert. ef. 4-1-05 BCD 18-1995, f. & cert. ef. 12-15-95
918-400-0275 Accident Reporting (1) The division or Chief Elevator Inspector shall be notified of an elevator injury to a person or persons. (2) The elevator shall be placed out of service following an injury to a person or persons. The elevator or any part of its equipment shall not be changed or altered, repaired or moved, except to give emergency aid or assistance to the injured person or persons. (3) The elevator shall not be returned to service without permission from the division. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 460.085 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 460.045 History: BCD 13-1999, f. & cert. ef. 10-1-99, Renumbered from 918-400-0700 BCD 18-1995, f. & cert. ef. 12-15-95, Renumbered from 918-400-0085 DC 25-1982, f. & cert. ef. 12-16-82, Renumbered from 814-030-0060
918-400-0320 Examination for Inspectors (1) Applicants for a certificate of competency as a division elevator inspector, or an employee or representative of a casualty insurance company, shall pass a written examination; and one of the following: (a) Pass a practical examination, which tests knowledge of elevator equipment and the proper operation of elevators; (b) Be a Quality Elevator Inspector certified through an ASME-approved certification program; or (c) Demonstrate previous elevator industry experience to the satisfaction of the division. (2) If the applicant fails either the written or practical examination, applicant may retake the failed portion within 180 days of the original test date. After 180 days the applicant may reapply and retake all the tests. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 460.085 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 460.055 History: BCD 13-1999, f. & cert. ef. 10-1-99, Renumbered from 918-400-0470 BCD 18-1995, f. & cert. ef. 12-15-95, Renumbered from 918-400-0070 DC 25-1982, f. & cert. ef. 12-16-82, Renumbered from 814-030-0045
918-400-0330 Interpretation — Scope of License The construction or modification of a hoistway enclosure or machine room enclosure that does not involve alteration, repair or maintenance of an elevator does not require an elevator contractor’s license. However, the alteration to these structures must comply with applicable sections of the current adopted editions of the Oregon Elevator Specialty Code and the Oregon Structural Specialty Code. [Publications: Publications referenced are available from the agency.] Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 460.085 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 460.055 History: BCD 13-1999, f. & cert. ef. 10-1-99, Renumbered from 918-400-0480 BCD 18-1995, f. & cert. ef. 12-15-95
918-400-0333 Scope of Elevator Licensing This rule lays out the licensing requirements for persons performing electrical and mechanical work on elevators. (1) Electrical Elevator Contractor. Only a contractor licensed under ORS 479.630 and OAR 918-282-0017 may engage in the business of performing electrical work on an elevator. (2) Elevator Contractor. Only an elevator contractor licensed under ORS 460.045 may engage in the business of performing mechanical work on an elevator. (3) Limited Elevator Journeyman. A limited elevator journeyman licensed under ORS 479.630(6) may perform electrical and mechanical installation, maintenance and repair work on an elevator. (4) Limited Elevator Mechanic. A limited elevator mechanic licensed under ORS 460.057 is restricted to the installation, alteration, repair and maintenance of a specific type, or types, of elevator mechanical equipment, in accordance with OAR 918-400-0380. (5) Elevator Apprentice. An elevator apprentice licensed under ORS 460.059 is restricted to assisting a limited elevator mechanic in performing mechanical work on elevators, in accordance with OAR 918-400-0390. (6) Reciprocating Conveyor Mechanic. A reciprocating conveyor mechanic licensed under ORS 460.061 is restricted to the installation, alteration, repair and maintenance of the mechanical portions of reciprocating conveyors. (7) Restricted Reciprocating Conveyor Mechanic. A restricted reciprocating conveyor mechanic licensed under ORS 460.061 is restricted to the installation, alteration, repair and maintenance of the mechanical portions of reciprocating conveyors under the supervision of a person holding a reciprocating conveyor mechanic license. “Supervision" means the person supervised is in the physical presence of a qualified licensed person at the job site. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 460.061, 460.085 & 479.630 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 460.045, 460.057, 460.059, 460.061 & 479.630 History: BCD 17-2007, f. 12-28-07, cert. ef. 1-1-08 BCD 12-2004, f. 8-20-04, cert. ef. 10-1-04 BCD 34-2002, f. 12-20-02, cert. ef. 1-1-03 BCD 21-2002(Temp), f. 8-30-02, cert. ef. 9-1-02 thru 2-27-03
918-400-0340 Elevator Contractor License A person seeking issuance or renewal of an elevator contractor license must: (1)(a) Provide a list of the company's employees and their license numbers issued under ORS 460.057, 460.059, 460.061, or 479.630 who will be performing the installation, alteration, repair, and maintenance of elevator mechanical equipment; or (b) Provide a list of employees who have applied and qualify for licensure under ORS 460.057, 460.061, or 479.630. (2) Provide written documentation from the company's insurance carrier that the applicant is insured as an elevator contractor. The certificate of insurance, or its equivalent, required by this section must: (a) Be a certified copy or original on the standard form issued by the insurance carrier; (b) Include the insurance policy number, the insured's name, and the insurance company's name, address, and telephone number; (c) Have clear information that the insurance company recognizes the insured as an elevator contractor and that the policy will cover the scope of elevator-related work in which the contractor is engaged; and (d) Show proof of authorization from the insurance carrier that the division will be given notice upon any change to or cancellation of the insurance policy. (3) Provide verification of the State Construction Contractors Board registration as an elevator company; and (4) Pay applicable fees as required by OAR 918-400-0800. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 460.085 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 460.045 & 479.630 History: BCD 10-2009, f. 12-30-09, cert. ef. 1-1-10 BCD 17-2007, f. 12-28-07, cert. ef. 1-1-08 BCD 12-2004, f. 8-20-04, cert. ef. 10-1-04 BCD 34-2002, f. 12-20-02, cert. ef. 1-1-03 BCD 21-2002(Temp), f. 8-30-02, cert. ef. 9-1-02 thru 2-27-03 BCD 25-2000, f. 9-29-00, cert. ef. 10-1-00
918-400-0385 Elevator Apprentice License (1) Apprentices shall meet the following minimum requirements: (a) Be 17 years of age to apply, 18 years of age to indenture; (b) Have a high school diploma, GED or international equivalency; and (c) Shall be licensed. (2) Apprentice license: (a) Shall be issued to individuals enrolled in registered apprenticeship programs approved by the board and the Oregon State Apprenticeship and Training Council under ORS Chapter 660; (b) Will be suspended upon completion or termination from an approved apprentice program. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 460.059 & 460.085 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 460.059 History: BCD 12-2004, f. 8-20-04, cert. ef. 10-1-04 BCD 34-2002, f. 12-20-02, cert. ef. 1-1-03 BCD 21-2002(Temp), f. 8-30-02, cert. ef. 9-1-02 thru 2-27-03
918-400-0390 Apprentice Scope of Work A person with an apprentice license issued under OAR 918-400-0385 must: (1) Work consistent with the apprenticeship committee's requirements under ORS chapter 660 and these rules; and (a) Engage only in cleaning, lubrication, painting, relamping fixtures, and replacing of comb plate teeth of existing installations with limited supervision after completing: (A) At least 2,000 hours (12 months) of work experience; (B) The appropriate related instruction for two periods; and (C) Is evaluated and authorized to do this type of work by the apprenticeship committee; or (b) The apprentice engages only in installation, alteration, maintenance, and repair with limited supervision after completing: (A) 4,000 hours of work experience; (B) The appropriate related classroom instruction; and (C) Is evaluated and authorized by the committee. (2) As apprentices progress through each phase, they may be authorized to participate in work processes of the preceding phase provided they have been evaluated and authorized by the apprenticeship committee to do the specific type of work. (3) A person enrolled in a board-approved apprenticeship program, who has been issued an apprentice card by BOLI, shall be considered licensed under ORS 460.059. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 460.059 & 660 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 460.059, 460.085 & 479.630 History: BCD 10-2009, f. 12-30-09, cert. ef. 1-1-10 BCD 12-2004, f. 8-20-04, cert. ef. 10-1-04 BCD 34-2002, f. 12-20-02, cert. ef. 1-1-03 BCD 21-2002(Temp), f. 8-30-02, cert. ef. 9-1-02 thru 2-27-03
918-400-0395 Apprenticeship Program Requirements In order to obtain board approval of an individual elevator apprentice program, the following requirements must be met: (1)(a) On-the-job training installing, repairing, altering, and maintaining elevator mechanical equipment in the following work categories and minimum hours: (A) Basic construction and maintenance safety and tools — 150 hours; (B) Blue print reading — 150 hours; (C) Material handling — hoisting and rigging — 150 hours; (D) Guide rail systems installation and maintenance — 150 hours; (E) Drive machines and systems; overhead equipment including beams and sheaves — 150 hours; (F) Hydraulic systems and control valves — 150 hours; (G) Car frames, platforms, and enclosures — 150 hours; (H) Doors, entrances, and operators — 150 hours; (I) Adjusting elevator systems — 150 hours; (J) Maintenance and periodic testing requirements — 150 hours; (K) Alteration of existing equipment — 150 hours; (L) Structure and operation of escalators and moving walks — 150 hours; and (M) Installing related equipment such as dumbwaiters, wheelchair lifts, and material lifts — 150 hours. (b) Total Hours Required. Total work experience must be at least 4,000 hours. No more than 300 percent credit is allowed under paragraphs (A) through (M) for any one subject. (2) Required Educational Training. 144 hours of classroom instruction must be provided each year covering the following subjects. Individuals are required to obtain grades of "C" or better in graded classes and a "pass" in non-graded classes for the following subjects: (a) Basic construction and maintenance safety; (b) Blueprint reading; (c) Code-related requirements; (d) Equipment testing procedures; (e) Guide rail systems installation and maintenance; (f) Pit equipment and maintenance; (g) Car frames, platforms, and enclosures; (h) Hoisting and rigging; (i) Overhead equipment including beams and sheaves; (j) Hoist ropes and roping procedures; (k) Structure and operation of escalators and moving walks; (l) Drive machines and components; (m) Hydraulic systems and control valves; and (n) Traction machines and components. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 460.059 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 460.059, 460.085 & 479.630 History: BCD 10-2009, f. 12-30-09, cert. ef. 1-1-10 BCD 12-2004, f. 8-20-04, cert. ef. 10-1-04 BCD 34-2002, f. 12-20-02, cert. ef. 1-1-03 BCD 21-2002(Temp), f. 8-30-02, cert. ef. 9-1-02 thru 2-27-03