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2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 69. Plumbers › Part 3. Licensing › 37-69-305. Qualifications of applicants for master plumber's license -- restriction on authority

37-69-305. Qualifications of applicants for master plumber's license -- restriction on authority.
(1) The following requirements must be met by an applicant for a master plumber's license:
(a) evidence of 4 years of experience as a licensed journeyman plumber in the field of plumbing, verified by time or pay records of actual plumbing experience;
(b) evidence of 3 years of experience, which may run concurrently with the requirement in subsection (1)(a):
(i) working with a licensed master plumber; or
(ii) in a supervisory capacity in the field of plumbing; and
(c) satisfactory completion of an examination prescribed by the board for master plumbers testing the applicant's knowledge of the field of plumbing and demonstrating skill and ability in the field of plumbing.
(2) For purposes of subsection (1), 1 year of experience is 1,500 hours or more of work in a continuous 12-month period.
(3) A master plumber may not allow the master plumber's license to be used by any person or firm, corporation, or business other than the master plumber's own for the purpose of obtaining permits or for doing plumbing work under the license.
History: (1)En. Sec. 2, Ch. 203, L. 1949; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 186, L. 1965; amd. Sec. 228, Ch. 350, L. 1974; amd. Sec. 3, Ch. 497, L. 1975; amd. Sec. 22, Ch. 101, L. 1977; Sec. 66-2402, R.C.M. 1947; (2)En. Sec. 4, Ch. 203, L. 1949; amd. Sec. 230, Ch. 350, L. 1974; amd. Sec. 5, Ch. 497, L. 1975; Sec. 66-2404, R.C.M. 1947; R.C.M. 1947, 66-2402(part), 66-2404(part); amd. Sec. 5, Ch. 549, L. 1979; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 369, L. 1989; amd. Sec. 20, Ch. 196, L. 2003; amd. Sec. 117, Ch. 467, L. 2005; amd. Sec. 2, Ch. 420, L. 2019; amd. Sec. 2, Ch. 67, L. 2021.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 69. Plumbers › Part 3. Licensing › 37-69-306. Examination -- issuance of license

37-69-306. Examination -- issuance of license.
(1) An applicant for a license to work in the field of plumbing must be examined as to the applicant's qualifications by the department, subject to 37-1-101(4). The department shall examine each applicant for a license to determine the applicant's skill and qualifications as a master plumber or journeyman plumber.
(2) The applicant must, upon successfully passing an examination prescribed by the board, be issued a license authorizing the applicant to engage in the field of plumbing as a master plumber or journeyman plumber in the state of Montana.
(3) In the case of a firm or corporation, the examination and issuance of a license to an individual of the firm or to a principal of the firm or corporation satisfies the requirements of this chapter as to master plumbers but not as to journeyman plumbers. An individual, firm, or corporation may not do the work of a master plumber unless licensed under this chapter.
(4) In addition to the temporary permits authorized in 37-1-305, the board may, on a case-by-case basis at the board's discretion in accordance with criteria determined by the board, renew a temporary practice permit for a person who fails the first license examination for which the person is eligible.
History: (1), (2)En. Sec. 3, Ch. 203, L. 1949; amd. Sec. 16, Ch. 251, L. 1959; amd. Sec. 2, Ch. 185, L. 1961; amd. Sec. 143, Ch. 147, L. 1963; amd. Sec. 2, Ch. 186, L. 1965; amd. Sec. 229, Ch. 350, L. 1974; amd. Sec. 39, Ch. 439, L. 1975; amd. Sec. 4, Ch. 497, L. 1975; Sec. 66-2403, R.C.M. 1947; (3)En. Sec. 4, Ch. 203, L. 1949; amd. Sec. 230, Ch. 350, L. 1974; amd. Sec. 5, Ch. 497, L. 1975; Sec. 66-2404, R.C.M. 1947; R.C.M. 1947, 66-2403(2), 66-2404(part); amd. Sec. 3, Ch. 203, L. 1999; amd. Sec. 118, Ch. 467, L. 2005.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 69. Plumbers › Part 3. Licensing › 37-69-307. Repealed

37-69-307. Repealed.
Sec. 127, Ch. 467, L. 2005.
History: En. Sec. 5, Ch. 203, L. 1949; amd. Sec. 3, Ch. 185, L. 1961; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 237, L. 1965; amd. Sec. 231, Ch. 350, L. 1974; amd. Sec. 10, Ch. 215, L. 1975; amd. Sec. 3, Ch. 541, L. 1977; R.C.M. 1947, 66-2405; amd. Sec. 6, Ch. 549, L. 1979; amd. Sec. 9, Ch. 390, L. 1983; amd. Sec. 51, Ch. 492, L. 1997; amd. Sec. 21, Ch. 196, L. 2003; amd. Sec. 58, Ch. 271, L. 2003.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 69. Plumbers › Part 3. Licensing › 37-69-308. Deposit of fees and fines

37-69-308. Deposit of fees and fines.
(1) Money paid for license fees under this chapter must be deposited in the state special revenue fund for the use of the board, subject to 37-1-101(6).
(2) Fines collected under this chapter must be deposited in the state general fund.
History: En. Sec. 7, Ch. 203, L. 1949; amd. Sec. 144, Ch. 147, L. 1963; amd. Sec. 233, Ch. 350, L. 1974; R.C.M. 1947, 66-2407; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 277, L. 1983; amd. Sec. 6, Ch. 402, L. 1999.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 69. Plumbers › Part 3. Licensing › 37-69-310. Citation and fine for failure to display license

37-69-310. Citation and fine for failure to display license.
(1) A citation for failure to display a plumber's license or proof of licensure issued by an employee of the department must include:
(a) the time and date on which the citation is issued;
(b) the name, address, mailing address, and signature of the person to whom the citation is issued;
(c) reference to the statutory authority to issue the citation;
(d) the name, title, affiliation, and signature of the person issuing the citation;
(e) information explaining the procedure for the person to follow in order to pay the fine or to demonstrate proof of licensure; and
(f) the amount of the applicable fine.
(2) The applicable civil fines for failing to display a license or proof of licensure are as follows:
(a) $100 for the first offense, unless the provisions of subsection (4)(b) apply;
(b) $250 for the second offense; and
(c) $500 for the third and any subsequent offense.
(3) Each day of violation constitutes a separate offense. The person issuing the citation is responsible for determining, by means of an up-to-date list or through telephone or other communication with the board office, whether the citation being issued is for a first, second, or subsequent offense.
(4) (a) The person who issues the citation is authorized to collect the fine, but the person who is issued a citation may pay the fine to the board within 5 business days of the date of issuance.
(b) The board may not impose a fine for a first offense on a licensee who produces proof of licensure to the department within 5 days of the citation. In other cases, the board may, upon finding that the person has demonstrated acceptable proof of licensure, waive or refund the fine.
(5) A person who violates this section is also subject to the provisions of 37-1-109.
History: En. Sec. 8, Ch. 402, L. 1999; amd. Sec. 153, Ch. 483, L. 2001; amd. Sec. 4, Ch. 90, L. 2015; amd. Sec. 6, Ch. 366, L. 2023.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 69. Plumbers › Part 3. Licensing › 37-69-311. License of retirement status

37-69-311. License of retirement status.
(1) A licensee who no longer practices plumbing may apply to the department for retirement status.
(2) Upon receiving an application for retirement status accompanied by the fee established by the board, the department shall issue a license of retirement status to the applicant and record the applicant's name in the appropriate database as a holder of a license of retirement status, along with the date on which the licensee received retirement status.
(3) A license of retirement status does not allow a holder to practice plumbing under this chapter.
(4) The department shall reissue an active license to a holder of a license of retirement status who pays the appropriate active license renewal fee and meets any competency requirements established by rule by the department.
History: En. Sec. 2, Ch. 502, L. 2007.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 69. Plumbers › Part 3. Licensing › 37-69-319. Proof of license -- citation and fine

37-69-319. Proof of license -- citation and fine.
(1) An employee of a private or public employment agency or labor union, a building code compliance inspector, an employee of the department, a person who is professionally responsible for a job site, or a plumber licensed under Title 37, chapter 69, has the right to ask a person working at a job site doing work that requires a plumber's license to provide proof of licensure. If the person performing the work is unable to furnish proof of licensure, the requesting person may report that fact to the board or the department.
(2) An employee of the department may issue a citation to and collect a fine, as provided in 37-69-310, from a person at a job site where the person is performing plumbing work if the person fails to display a plumber's license or proof of licensure at the request of the department inspector.
History: En. Sec. 2, Ch. 368, L. 1995; amd. Sec. 7, Ch. 402, L. 1999.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 69. Plumbers › Part 3. Licensing › 37-69-320. License and endorsement discipline

37-69-320. License and endorsement discipline.
(1) The board may revoke, suspend, restrict, censure, or apply any other disciplinary treatment contemplated by 37-1-136 to any occupational licensee or endorsee under this chapter for any one or more of the following causes:
(a) performance of plumbing work in the field of plumbing that is below the standards established by the Uniform Plumbing Code;
(b) inadequate supervision that causes or allows plumbing work in the field of plumbing that is below the standards established by the Uniform Plumbing Code;
(c) material deceit in procuring, attempting to procure, or aiding and abetting the procurement of an occupational license or endorsement to practice in the field of plumbing;
(d) unfitness to provide services in the field of plumbing by reason of negligence or addiction to the use of habit-forming drugs;
(e) physical or mental incompetence that impairs the licensee's or endorsee's ability to deliver adequate service in the field of plumbing;
(f) willful or repeated violation of this chapter or rules adopted under this chapter or willful or repeated violation of Title 50, chapter 60, part 5, or rules adopted under that part; or
(g) unprofessional practice-related conduct as defined by rules adopted by the board.
(2) Any licensee or endorsee disciplinary action under the jurisdiction of the board must be conducted as a contested case under the provisions of the Montana Administrative Procedure Act.
History: En. Sec. 6, Ch. 661, L. 1985; amd. Sec. 3, Ch. 221, L. 1995.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 69. Plumbers › Part 3. Licensing › 37-69-321. Repealed

37-69-321. Repealed.
Sec. 8, Ch. 661, L. 1985.
History: (1)En. Sec. 8, Ch. 203, L. 1949; Sec. 66-2408, R.C.M. 1947; (2)En. Sec. 8, Ch. 251, L. 1959; amd. Sec. 10, Ch. 497, L. 1975; Sec. 66-2419, R.C.M. 1947; R.C.M. 1947, 66-2408, 66-2419.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 69. Plumbers › Part 3. Licensing › 37-69-322. Repealed

37-69-322. Repealed.
Sec. 128, Ch. 429, L. 1995.
History: (1), (2)En. Sec. 9, Ch. 251, L. 1959; amd. Sec. 238, Ch. 350, L. 1974; amd. Sec. 11, Ch. 497, L. 1975; Sec. 66-2420, R.C.M. 1947; (3)En. Sec. 11, Ch. 251, L. 1959; amd. Sec. 239, Ch. 350, L. 1974; Sec. 66-2422, R.C.M. 1947; R.C.M. 1947, 66-2420, 66-2422.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 69. Plumbers › Part 3. Licensing › 37-69-323. Restrictions on and responsibility for employees of master plumber

37-69-323. Restrictions on and responsibility for employees of master plumber.
A licensed master plumber may employ only apprentice plumbers registered with the state department of labor and industry and only journeyman plumbers who are licensed by the state of Montana. A master plumber is responsible for ensuring that all work performed by the journeyman plumber or apprentice employed by the licensed master plumber is in compliance with the state plumbing code. The licensed master plumber may be charged with unprofessional conduct under 37-1-316 and held liable for false swearing, as provided in 45-7-202, if the licensed master plumber provides false information to the department related to the experience or skill of a journeyman plumber or apprentice.
History: En. Sec. 2, Ch. 203, L. 1949; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 186, L. 1965; amd. Sec. 228, Ch. 350, L. 1974; amd. Sec. 3, Ch. 497, L. 1975; amd. Sec. 22, Ch. 101, L. 1977; R.C.M. 1947, 66-2402(part); amd. Sec. 3, Ch. 420, L. 2019; amd. Sec. 3, Ch. 67, L. 2021.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 69. Plumbers › Part 3. Licensing › 37-69-324. Repealed

37-69-324. Repealed.
Sec. 11, Ch. 366, L. 2023.
History: En. Sec. 11, Ch. 203, L. 1949; amd. Sec. 4, Ch. 185, L. 1961; amd. Sec. 7, Ch. 497, L. 1975; amd. Sec. 23, Ch. 101, L. 1977; R.C.M. 1947, 66-2411; amd. Sec. 7, Ch. 661, L. 1985; amd. Sec. 1455, Ch. 56, L. 2009.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 69. Plumbers › Part 4. Medical Gas Piping › 37-69-401. Medical gas piping installation endorsement

37-69-401. Medical gas piping installation endorsement.
(1) A medical gas piping installation endorsement entitles the holder to install pipe used solely for transporting gases used for medical purposes.
(2) To be eligible for endorsement under this section, a person must meet all requirements for endorsements established by the board by rule.
(3) A person with a valid medical gas piping installation endorsement from another state may install medical gas piping in this state.
(4) The board shall by rule establish the requirements for obtaining a medical gas piping installation endorsement.
History: En. Sec. 1, Ch. 221, L. 1995; amd. Sec. 119, Ch. 467, L. 2005.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 69. Plumbers › Part 4. Medical Gas Piping › 37-69-402. Requirements for installation of medical gas piping

37-69-402. Requirements for installation of medical gas piping.
(1) A person may not install pipe used solely to transport gases used for medical purposes unless the person holds a valid medical gas piping installation endorsement pursuant to 37-69-401.
(2) A violation of this section is punishable pursuant to 37-1-109.
History: En. Sec. 2, Ch. 221, L. 1995; amd. Sec. 7, Ch. 366, L. 2023.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 69. Plumbers › Part 4. Medical Gas Piping › 37-69-403. Proof of endorsement

37-69-403. Proof of endorsement.
(1) A state or local government plumbing code compliance inspector shall, as part of any inspection, request proof of medical gas piping installation endorsement from any person who is required to hold an endorsement under 37-69-402 or who, in the inspector's judgment, appears to be involved with onsite medical gas piping activity. The inspector shall report any instance of endorsement violation to the inspector's employing agency, and the employing agency shall report the violation to the board.
(2) An employee of a private or public employment agency or labor union, a person who is professionally responsible for a job site, or a person who holds a medical gas piping installation endorsement under Title 37, chapter 69, has the right to ask a person doing work on the job site that requires an endorsement to provide proof of endorsement. If the person performing the work is unable to furnish proof of endorsement, the requesting person may report that fact to the board or the department.
History: En. Sec. 2, Ch. 486, L. 1999.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 70. Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning (Repealed) › Part 1. General (Repealed) › 37-70-101. Repealed

37-70-101. Repealed.
Sec. 195, Ch. 575, L. 1981.
History: En. 66-3501 by Sec. 2, Ch. 504, L. 1975; R.C.M. 1947, 66-3501.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 70. Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning (Repealed) › Part 1. General (Repealed) › 37-70-102. Repealed

37-70-102. Repealed.
Sec. 195, Ch. 575, L. 1981.
History: En. 66-3502 by Sec. 3, Ch. 504, L. 1975; R.C.M. 1947, 66-3502.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 70. Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning (Repealed) › Part 1. General (Repealed) › 37-70-103. Repealed

37-70-103. Repealed.
Sec. 195, Ch. 575, L. 1981.
History: En. 66-3503 by Sec. 4, Ch. 504, L. 1975; R.C.M. 1947, 66-3503.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 70. Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning (Repealed) › Part 1. General (Repealed) › 37-70-104. Repealed

37-70-104. Repealed.
Sec. 195, Ch. 575, L. 1981.
History: En. 66-3515 by Sec. 16, Ch. 504, L. 1975; R.C.M. 1947, 66-3515.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 70. Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning (Repealed) › Part 2. Board of Warm Air Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (Repealed) › 37-70-201. Repealed

37-70-201. Repealed.
Sec. 195, Ch. 575, L. 1981.
History: En. 82A-1602.29 by Sec. 1, Ch. 504, L. 1975; R.C.M. 1947, 82A-1602.29(5), (6).
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 70. Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning (Repealed) › Part 2. Board of Warm Air Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (Repealed) › 37-70-202. Repealed

37-70-202. Repealed.
Sec. 195, Ch. 575, L. 1981.
History: En. 66-3504 by Sec. 5, Ch. 504, L. 1975; R.C.M. 1947, 66-3504.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 70. Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning (Repealed) › Part 2. Board of Warm Air Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (Repealed) › 37-70-203. Repealed

37-70-203. Repealed.
Sec. 195, Ch. 575, L. 1981.
History: En. 82A-1602.29 by Sec. 1, Ch. 504, L. 1975; R.C.M. 1947, 82A-1602.29(4); amd. Sec. 28, Ch. 22, L. 1979.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 70. Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning (Repealed) › Part 3. Licensing (Repealed) › 37-70-301. Repealed

37-70-301. Repealed.
Sec. 195, Ch. 575, L. 1981.
History: En. 66-3513 by Sec. 14, Ch. 504, L. 1975; R.C.M. 1947, 66-3513.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 70. Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning (Repealed) › Part 3. Licensing (Repealed) › 37-70-302. Repealed

37-70-302. Repealed.
Sec. 195, Ch. 575, L. 1981.
History: En. 66-3508 by Sec. 9, Ch. 504, L. 1975; R.C.M. 1947, 66-3508.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 70. Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning (Repealed) › Part 3. Licensing (Repealed) › 37-70-303. Repealed

37-70-303. Repealed.
Sec. 195, Ch. 575, L. 1981.
History: En. 66-3506 by Sec. 7, Ch. 504, L. 1975; R.C.M. 1947, 66-3506.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 70. Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning (Repealed) › Part 3. Licensing (Repealed) › 37-70-304. Repealed

37-70-304. Repealed.
Sec. 195, Ch. 575, L. 1981.
History: En. 66-3509 by Sec. 10, Ch. 504, L. 1975; R.C.M. 1947, 66-3509.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 70. Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning (Repealed) › Part 3. Licensing (Repealed) › 37-70-305. Repealed

37-70-305. Repealed.
Sec. 195, Ch. 575, L. 1981.
History: En. 66-3505 by Sec. 6, Ch. 504, L. 1975; amd. Sec. 31, Ch. 101, L. 1977; R.C.M. 1947, 66-3505.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 70. Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning (Repealed) › Part 3. Licensing (Repealed) › 37-70-306. Repealed

37-70-306. Repealed.
Sec. 195, Ch. 575, L. 1981.
History: En. 66-3511 by Sec. 12, Ch. 504, L. 1975; R.C.M. 1947, 66-3511.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 70. Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning (Repealed) › Part 3. Licensing (Repealed) › 37-70-311. Repealed

37-70-311. Repealed.
Sec. 195, Ch. 575, L. 1981.
History: En. 66-3512 by Sec. 13, Ch. 504, L. 1975; R.C.M. 1947, 66-3512.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 70. Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning (Repealed) › Part 3. Licensing (Repealed) › 37-70-312. Repealed

37-70-312. Repealed.
Sec. 195, Ch. 575, L. 1981.
History: En. 66-3514 by Sec. 15, Ch. 504, L. 1975; R.C.M. 1947, 66-3514(part).
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 71. Public Contractors (Repealed) › Part 1. General Provisions (Repealed) › 37-71-101. Repealed

37-71-101. Repealed.
Sec. 11, Ch. 558, L. 1995.
History: (1)En. Sec. 1, Ch. 178, L. 1935; re-en. Sec. 2433.1, R.C.M. 1935; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 195, L. 1967; amd. Sec. 12, Ch. 52, L. 1977; Sec. 84-3501, R.C.M. 1947; (2)En. Sec. 3, Ch. 178, L. 1935; re-en. Sec. 2433.3. R.C.M. 1935; amd. Sec. 143, Ch. 516, L. 1973; Sec. 84-3503, R.C.M. 1947; R.C.M. 1947, 84-3501, 84-3503(part); amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 152, L. 1983; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 240, L. 1983; MCA 1981, 15-50-101; redes. 37-71-101 by Code Commissioner, 1983; 37-71-101(3) redes. 15-50-101 by Code Commissioner, 1985.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 71. Public Contractors (Repealed) › Part 1. General Provisions (Repealed) › 37-71-102. Repealed

37-71-102. Repealed.
Sec. 11, Ch. 558, L. 1995.
History: En. Sec. 3, Ch. 178, L. 1935; re-en. Sec. 2433.3, R.C.M. 1935; amd. Sec. 143, Ch. 516, L. 1973; R.C.M. 1947, 84-3503(part); amd. Sec. 2, Ch. 240, L. 1983; MCA 1981, 15-50-102; redes. 37-71-102 by Code Commissioner, 1983.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 71. Public Contractors (Repealed) › Part 1. General Provisions (Repealed) › 37-71-103. Repealed

37-71-103. Repealed.
Sec. 11, Ch. 558, L. 1995.
History: En. Sec. 5, Ch. 195, L. 1967; amd. Sec. 145, Ch. 516, L. 1973; R.C.M. 1947, 84-3515(part); amd. Sec. 3, Ch. 240, L. 1983; MCA 1981, 15-50-103; redes. 37-71-103 by Code Commissioner, 1983.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 71. Public Contractors (Repealed) › Part 1. General Provisions (Repealed) › 37-71-104. Repealed

37-71-104. Repealed.
Sec. 11, Ch. 558, L. 1995.
History: En. Sec. 9, Ch. 178, L. 1935; re-en. Sec. 2433.9, R.C.M. 1935; R.C.M. 1947, 84-3509; amd. Sec. 4, Ch. 240, L. 1983; MCA 1981, 15-50-104; redes. 37-71-104 by Code Commissioner, 1983.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 71. Public Contractors (Repealed) › Part 1. General Provisions (Repealed) › 37-71-105. Repealed

37-71-105. Repealed.
Sec. 11, Ch. 558, L. 1995.
History: En. Sec. 8, Ch. 178, L. 1935; re-en. Sec. 2433.8, R.C.M. 1935; amd. Sec. 2, Ch. 266, L. 1971; R.C.M. 1947, 84-3508; amd. Sec. 5, Ch. 240, L. 1983; MCA 1981, 15-50-105; redes. 37-71-105 by Code Commissioner, 1983.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 71. Public Contractors (Repealed) › Part 2. Licensing (Repealed) › 37-71-201. Repealed

37-71-201. Repealed.
Sec. 11, Ch. 558, L. 1995.
History: En. Sec. 2, Ch. 178, L. 1935; re-en. Sec. 2433.2, R.C.M. 1935; amd. Sec. 13, Ch. 52, L. 1977; R.C.M. 1947, 84-3502; MCA 1981, 15-50-201; redes. 37-71-201 by Code Commissioner, 1983.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 71. Public Contractors (Repealed) › Part 2. Licensing (Repealed) › 37-71-202. Repealed

37-71-202. Repealed.
Sec. 11, Ch. 558, L. 1995.
History: En. Sec. 5, Ch. 178, L. 1935; re-en. Sec. 2433.5, R.C.M. 1935; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 113, L. 1939; amd. Sec. 2, Ch. 195, L. 1967; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 180, L. 1974; R.C.M. 1947, 84-3505(6); amd. Sec. 2, Ch. 152, L. 1983; MCA 1981, 15-50-202; redes. 37-71-202 by Code Commissioner, 1983.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 71. Public Contractors (Repealed) › Part 2. Licensing (Repealed) › 37-71-203. Repealed

37-71-203. Repealed.
Sec. 11, Ch. 558, L. 1995.
History: En. Sec. 7, Ch. 178, L. 1935; re-en. Sec. 2433.7, R.C.M. 1935; amd. Sec. 3, Ch. 141, L. 1967; R.C.M. 1947, 84-3507; MCA 1981, 15-50-203; redes. 37-71-203 by Code Commissioner, 1983; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 87, L. 1985.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 71. Public Contractors (Repealed) › Part 2. Licensing (Repealed) › 37-71-204. Repealed

37-71-204. Repealed.
Sec. 11, Ch. 558, L. 1995.
History: En. Sec. 5, Ch. 178, L. 1935; re-en. Sec. 2433.5, R.C.M. 1935; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 113, L. 1939; amd. Sec. 2, Ch. 195, L. 1967; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 180, L. 1974; R.C.M. 1947, 84-3505(1) thru (4); amd. Sec. 6, Ch. 240, L. 1983; MCA 1981, 15-50-204; redes. 37-71-204 by Code Commissioner, 1983.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 71. Public Contractors (Repealed) › Part 2. Licensing (Repealed) › 37-71-211. Repealed

37-71-211. Repealed.
Sec. 11, Ch. 558, L. 1995.
History: En. Sec. 4, Ch. 178, L. 1935; re-en. Sec. 2433.4, R.C.M. 1935; R.C.M. 1947, 84-3504; amd. Sec. 9, Ch. 240, L. 1983; MCA 1981, 15-50-211; redes. 37-71-211 by Code Commissioner, 1983.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 71. Public Contractors (Repealed) › Part 2. Licensing (Repealed) › 37-71-212. Repealed

37-71-212. Repealed.
Sec. 11, Ch. 558, L. 1995.
History: En. Sec. 6, Ch. 178, L. 1935; re-en. Sec. 2433.6, R.C.M. 1935; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 113, L. 1937; R.C.M. 1947, 84-3506(part); amd. Sec. 10, Ch. 240, L. 1983; MCA 1981, 15-50-212; redes. 37-71-212 by Code Commissioner, 1983.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 71. Public Contractors (Repealed) › Part 2. Licensing (Repealed) › 37-71-213. Repealed

37-71-213. Repealed.
Sec. 11, Ch. 558, L. 1995.
History: (1) thru (3)En. Sec. 6, Ch. 178, L. 1935; re-en. Sec. 2433.6, R.C.M. 1935; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 113, L. 1937; Sec. 84-3506, R.C.M. 1947; (4)En. Sec. 11, Ch. 178, L. 1935; re-en. Sec. 2433.11, R.C.M. 1935; Sec. 84-3511, R.C.M. 1947; R.C.M. 1947, 84-3506(part), 84-3511; amd. Sec. 11, Ch. 240, L. 1983; MCA 1981, 15-50-213; redes. 37-71-213 by Code Commissioner, 1983.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 71. Public Contractors (Repealed) › Part 3. Enforcement and Penalties (Repealed) › 37-71-301. Repealed

37-71-301. Repealed.
Sec. 11, Ch. 558, L. 1995.
History: En. Sec. 10, Ch. 178, L. 1935; re-en. Sec. 2433.10, R.C.M. 1935; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 219, L. 1969; amd. Sec. 14, Ch. 52, L. 1977; R.C.M. 1947, 84-3510; amd. Sec. 12, Ch. 240, L. 1983; MCA 1981, 15-50-302; redes. 37-71-301 by Code Commissioner, 1983.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 71. Public Contractors (Repealed) › Part 3. Enforcement and Penalties (Repealed) › 37-71-302. Repealed

37-71-302. Repealed.
Sec. 11, Ch. 558, L. 1995.
History: En. Sec. 12, Ch. 178, L. 1935; re-en. Sec. 2433.12, R.C.M. 1935; amd. Sec. 15, Ch. 52, L. 1977; R.C.M. 1947, 84-3512; MCA 1981, 15-50-303; redes. 37-71-302 by Code Commissioner, 1983; Sec. 37-71-302(2) redes. 15-50-301(2) by Code Commissioner, 1985.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 72. Construction Blasting › Part 1. General › 37-72-101. Construction blasting restrictions -- license required -- definitions -- exemptions

37-72-101. Construction blasting restrictions -- license required -- definitions -- exemptions.
(1) A person may not engage in the practice of construction blasting unless licensed or under the supervision of a person licensed as a construction blaster by the department.
(2) For the purposes of this chapter:
(a) "construction blaster" means a person who engages in construction blasting;
(b) "construction blasting" means the use of explosives to:
(i) reduce, destroy, or weaken any residential, commercial, or other building; or
(ii) excavate any ditch, trench, cut, or hole or reduce, destroy, weaken, or cause a change in grade of any land formation in the construction of any building, highway, road, pipeline, sewerline, or electric or other utility line;
(c) "department" means the department of labor and industry;
(d) "explosive" has the meaning provided in 61-9-102.
(3) This chapter does not apply to the private or commercial use of explosives by persons engaged in farming, ranching, logging, geophysical work, drilling or development of water, oil, or gas wells, or mining of any kind or to the private use of explosives in the removal of stumps and rocks from land owned by the person using the explosives, except that the persons exempted from this chapter by this subsection shall comply with rules adopted under 37-72-201(1)(c) and the provisions of 37-1-109 apply to a violation of those rules by an exempted person.
(4) This chapter does not apply to persons conducting blasting operations when the persons and operations are subject to rules adopted under 82-4-231(10)(e).
History: En. Sec. 1, Ch. 402, L. 1985; amd. Sec. 94, Ch. 370, L. 1987; amd. Sec. 54, Ch. 83, L. 1989; amd. Sec. 47, Ch. 613, L. 1989; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 514, L. 1995; amd. Sec. 154, Ch. 483, L. 2001; amd. Sec. 39, Ch. 542, L. 2005; amd. Sec. 8, Ch. 366, L. 2023.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 72. Construction Blasting › Part 1. General › 37-72-102. Repealed

37-72-102. Repealed.
Sec. 11, Ch. 366, L. 2023.
History: En. Sec. 12, Ch. 402, L. 1985; amd. Sec. 64, Ch. 613, L. 1989; amd. Sec. 120, Ch. 467, L. 2005.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 72. Construction Blasting › Part 2. Regulation by Department of Labor and Industry › 37-72-201. Rules for use of explosives -- variances

37-72-201. Rules for use of explosives -- variances.
(1) The department shall adopt rules governing the use of explosives in construction blasting. The rules must include provisions to:
(a) regulate the method of withdrawal of explosives from the construction magazine in which they are kept;
(b) prevent the accidental detonation of explosives;
(c) prevent injury from blasting to persons and property near blast sites;
(d) provide for notification of blasting to the owners or operators of gas and electric utilities; and
(e) regulate the drilling of holes for explosives and the loading and firing of explosives.
(2) The department shall adopt rules providing for variances from the rules required by subsection (1). Variances may be granted by the department on a case-by-case basis for the purpose of individual construction blasting operations only if it is shown by the affidavit of a construction blaster licensed under this chapter that:
(a) compliance with the rule for which a variance is sought would be impracticable; and
(b) the proposed variance from department rules will not constitute a danger to property or public safety.
History: En. Sec. 9, Ch. 402, L. 1985; amd. Sec. 64, Ch. 613, L. 1989.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 72. Construction Blasting › Part 2. Regulation by Department of Labor and Industry › 37-72-202. General rulemaking power

37-72-202. General rulemaking power.
The department shall adopt rules to:
(1) implement the training and experience requirements of 37-72-302;
(2) prescribe the amount of the fees provided for in 37-72-301, 37-72-304, and 37-72-305, which must be nonrefundable, in an amount commensurate with the cost of administering this chapter, and deposited in the state special revenue fund for the use of the department;
(3) regulate the use of explosives and grant variances under the provisions of 37-72-201, except that, unless the department is making an investigation under 37-72-203(2), the department does not have the power under this chapter to make inspections into construction blasting and may not adopt rules providing for inspections related to construction blasting or for inspectors to carry out inspections related to construction blasting;
(4) provide for the form of the license and pocket card provided for in 37-72-307; and
(5) provide for the conduct of the business of the department under this chapter and govern department proceedings under 37-72-203.
History: En. Sec. 10, Ch. 402, L. 1985; amd. Sec. 64, Ch. 613, L. 1989; amd. Sec. 121, Ch. 467, L. 2005.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 72. Construction Blasting › Part 2. Regulation by Department of Labor and Industry › 37-72-203. Revocation, suspension, or refusal to renew license -- grounds -- procedure

37-72-203. Revocation, suspension, or refusal to renew license -- grounds -- procedure.
(1) The department may reprimand or revoke, suspend, or refuse to renew the license of a person found guilty of:
(a) fraud or deceit in obtaining a license;
(b) gross negligence, incompetency, or misconduct in the practice of construction blasting;
(c) a felony involving the use of explosives; or
(d) violation of the rules of the department.
(2) A person may make charges under subsection (1) against a licensee. The charges must be made by affidavit, subscribed and sworn to by the person making them, and filed with the department. The charges must be investigated by the department. Unless the department, after investigation, dismisses the charges as unfounded or trivial, it shall within 6 months after the date on which the charges were made give notice by mail to the licensee of its intent to reprimand the licensee or to revoke, suspend, or refuse to renew the license. The notice must contain those matters required by the Montana Administrative Procedure Act.
(3) The department may require a licensee to take a written or oral examination, or both, in a proceeding to reprimand or to revoke, suspend, or refuse to renew a license.
History: En. Sec. 11, Ch. 402, L. 1985; amd. Sec. 64, Ch. 613, L. 1989; amd. Sec. 1456, Ch. 56, L. 2009.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 72. Construction Blasting › Part 3. Licensing › 37-72-301. General qualifications

37-72-301. General qualifications.
A person making initial application to the department for a license as a construction blaster shall:
(1) pay an application fee to the department; and
(2) furnish proof under oath, on a form provided by the department, that the person:
(a) is at least 18 years of age;
(b) is of good moral character;
(c) has not been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor involving the use of explosives;
(d) is not addicted to narcotic drugs or intemperate in the use of alcohol; and
(e) has satisfied the requirements for training and experience in construction blasting established by 37-72-302 and the rules of the department.
History: En. Sec. 2, Ch. 402, L. 1985; amd. Sec. 64, Ch. 613, L. 1989; amd. Sec. 1457, Ch. 56, L. 2009.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 72. Construction Blasting › Part 3. Licensing › 37-72-302. Training and experience requirements

37-72-302. Training and experience requirements.
(1) A person applying for licensure as a construction blaster shall furnish proof, under oath, on a form provided by the department, that the person has:
(a) successfully completed a training program in construction blasting that has been recognized by the explosives or construction industry and approved by the department; and
(b) at least 2 years of experience in construction blasting and because of that experience is familiar with the practical aspects of construction blasting.
(2) A training program may not be approved by the department unless the program offers comprehensive instruction in types of explosives, methods and purposes of their use, and safety and storage. The department shall by rule adopt a list of approved training programs.
History: En. Sec. 3, Ch. 402, L. 1985; amd. Sec. 64, Ch. 613, L. 1989; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 100, L. 1997.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 72. Construction Blasting › Part 3. Licensing › 37-72-303. Repealed

37-72-303. Repealed.
Sec. 127, Ch. 467, L. 2005.
History: En. Sec. 4, Ch. 402, L. 1985; amd. Sec. 64, Ch. 613, L. 1989; amd. Sec. 22, Ch. 196, L. 2003.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 72. Construction Blasting › Part 3. Licensing › 37-72-304. Issuance of license

37-72-304. Issuance of license.
The department shall issue a license to each person who meets the requirements for licensure as prescribed in this chapter. The license must include the dates of issuance and expiration and a serial number.
History: En. Sec. 5, Ch. 402, L. 1985; amd. Sec. 64, Ch. 613, L. 1989; amd. Sec. 23, Ch. 196, L. 2003.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 72. Construction Blasting › Part 3. Licensing › 37-72-305. Licensure of persons licensed by other jurisdictions

37-72-305. Licensure of persons licensed by other jurisdictions.
Upon receipt of an application and application fee, the department shall issue a license to any person fulfilling the requirements of 37-72-301(2)(a) through (2)(d) who holds a certificate, license, or permit, issued by another state or any agency of the United States, allowing the person to supervise or engage in the practice of construction blasting if the department finds that the certificate, license, or permit was issued upon the satisfactory completion of requirements substantially equivalent to the requirements of 37-72-301 and 37-72-302.
History: En. Sec. 6, Ch. 402, L. 1985; amd. Sec. 64, Ch. 613, L. 1989; amd. Sec. 24, Ch. 196, L. 2003; amd. Sec. 122, Ch. 467, L. 2005.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 72. Construction Blasting › Part 3. Licensing › 37-72-306. Repealed

37-72-306. Repealed.
Sec. 127, Ch. 467, L. 2005.
History: En. Sec. 7, Ch. 402, L. 1985; amd. Sec. 64, Ch. 613, L. 1989; amd. Sec. 52, Ch. 492, L. 1997; amd. Sec. 59, Ch. 271, L. 2003.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 72. Construction Blasting › Part 3. Licensing › 37-72-307. License -- form -- pocket card

37-72-307. License -- form -- pocket card.
(1) The department shall prescribe the form of license.
(2) The department shall annually prepare and deliver a pocket card certifying that the person whose name appears on the card is a licensed construction blaster and stating the period for which fees have been paid.
History: En. Sec. 8, Ch. 402, L. 1985; amd. Sec. 64, Ch. 613, L. 1989.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 73. Elevator Contractors, Mechanics, and Inspectors › Part 1. General Provisions › 37-73-101. Definitions

37-73-101. Definitions.
Unless the context requires otherwise, in this chapter, the following definitions apply:
(1) "Department" means the department of labor and industry provided for in Title 2, chapter 15, part 17.
(2) "Elevator contractor" means any person intending to engage in the business of installing, altering, or repairing elevators, escalators, dumbwaiters, or other equipment subject to the provisions of Title 50, chapter 60, part 7.
(3) "Elevator inspector" means any person intending to engage in inspecting elevators, escalators, dumbwaiters, or other equipment subject to the provisions of Title 50, chapter 60, part 7.
(4) "Elevator mechanic" means any person intending to engage in installing, altering, repairing, or testing elevators, escalators, dumbwaiters, or other equipment subject to the provisions of Title 50, chapter 60, part 7.
History: En. Sec. 1, Ch. 303, L. 2005.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 73. Elevator Contractors, Mechanics, and Inspectors › Part 1. General Provisions › 37-73-102. Rulemaking

37-73-102. Rulemaking.
The department may adopt rules for the administration of this chapter and for the licensing and disciplining of elevator mechanics, elevator contractors, and elevator inspectors. The department shall adopt rules to provide for a limited mechanic's license and a limited elevator contractor's license.
History: En. Sec. 2, Ch. 303, L. 2005.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 73. Elevator Contractors, Mechanics, and Inspectors › Part 2. Licensing › 37-73-201. License required

37-73-201. License required.
(1) A person may not engage in the work of an elevator mechanic or elevator inspector or engage in the business of an elevator contractor unless the person has received a license from the department.
(2) A person who receives a license under the provisions of this chapter shall carry the license or proof of licensure at all times while working on a job site and performing work that requires a license. Acceptable proof of licensure must be determined by the department and be made known to each licensee when a license is issued.
(3) The department shall establish license fees and license renewal fees that are commensurate with the costs of administering the licensing provisions of this chapter.
History: En. Sec. 3, Ch. 303, L. 2005.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 73. Elevator Contractors, Mechanics, and Inspectors › Part 2. Licensing › 37-73-202. Apprenticeship allowed

37-73-202. Apprenticeship allowed.
This chapter does not prohibit a person from working as an apprentice with an elevator mechanic licensed under this chapter and under rules adopted by the department. The name and residence of each apprentice and the name and residence of the apprentice's employer must be filed with the department, and a record must be kept by the department showing the name and residence of each apprentice.
History: En. Sec. 4, Ch. 303, L. 2005.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 73. Elevator Contractors, Mechanics, and Inspectors › Part 2. Licensing › 37-73-203. Elevator mechanic's license -- limited mechanic's license

37-73-203. Elevator mechanic's license -- limited mechanic's license.
(1) A person intending to work as an elevator mechanic shall file a license application with the department on forms furnished by the department.
(2) Except as provided in subsection (3), an applicant shall furnish proof, under oath, that the person:
(a) has successfully completed a state-approved apprenticeship or other education program that meets requirements established by the department by rule; or
(b) has at least 3 years of experience, verified by current and previous employers, working with equipment subject to the provisions of Title 50, chapter 60, part 7, and has passed the examination provided for in 37-73-204.
(3) The department shall adopt rules for the licensure, without examination, of an applicant who can demonstrate that the applicant has worked continuously as an elevator mechanic for the 3 years prior to October 1, 2005, and has the requisite experience for licensure. An applicant under this section shall pay the required application fee and shall submit any required proof under oath.
(4) The department shall issue an elevator mechanic's license to an applicant that meets the requirements of this section.
(5) (a) The department may issue a limited mechanic's license to an applicant that authorizes a licensee to work only on platform lifts, stairway chairlifts, and dumbwaiters that are installed in private residences.
(b) The examination for a limited mechanic's license must be based on the applicable codes for the equipment that a licensee is authorized to install.
(c) The department shall issue a limited mechanic's license to an applicant that meets the requirements of this subsection (5).
History: En. Sec. 5, Ch. 303, L. 2005.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 73. Elevator Contractors, Mechanics, and Inspectors › Part 2. Licensing › 37-73-204. Elevator mechanic's examination -- fee -- reciprocity

37-73-204. Elevator mechanic's examination -- fee -- reciprocity.
(1) The department shall, at least once a year, administer an examination to applicants meeting the requirements of 37-73-203(2)(b). The department shall determine the subjects, scope, and acceptable level of performance for the examination.
(2) The department shall determine by rule the fees to be charged an applicant for each examination and reexamination that the department administers. The fees must be commensurate with costs.
(3) An applicant for a license who has previously taken and failed the examination required by this section may retake it at any time within 2 years without again furnishing proof of compliance with 37-73-203(2)(b).
(4) The department may issue a license to an individual holding a valid license from another state that the department determines has standards substantially equal to this chapter upon application and without examination.
History: En. Sec. 6, Ch. 303, L. 2005.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 73. Elevator Contractors, Mechanics, and Inspectors › Part 2. Licensing › 37-73-208. Elevator inspector's license -- temporary license

37-73-208. Elevator inspector's license -- temporary license.
(1) A person intending to engage in work as an elevator inspector shall apply for a license as an elevator inspector on forms provided by the department.
(2) The department may not grant an applicant an elevator inspector's license unless the applicant demonstrates that the applicant meets the current national standards for the qualifications of elevator inspectors. The department shall designate by rule the national standards that must be met by an applicant.
(3) A newly hired elevator inspector who is not properly certified may conduct inspections for up to 6 months under a temporary license if the elevator inspector is supervised during the 6-month period of temporary licensure by appropriately certified personnel.
History: En. Sec. 7, Ch. 303, L. 2005; amd. Sec. 41, Ch. 502, L. 2007.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 73. Elevator Contractors, Mechanics, and Inspectors › Part 2. Licensing › 37-73-212. Elevator contractor's license -- limited elevator contractor's license

37-73-212. Elevator contractor's license -- limited elevator contractor's license.
(1) A person intending to engage in business as an elevator contractor shall apply for a license as an elevator contractor on forms provided by the department.
(2) An applicant shall provide the department with the following:
(a) if the applicant is an individual or sole proprietor, the name, residential address, and business address of the applicant;
(b) if the applicant is a domestic business entity, the name and business address of the business entity and the name and residential address of the business entity's principal officer;
(c) if the applicant is a foreign business entity, the name and address of a state resident authorized to accept service of process or other notices on the business entity's behalf;
(d) evidence of insurance coverage required in 50-60-716; and
(e) other information that the department may require.
(3) The department shall issue an elevator contractor's license to an applicant that meets the requirements of this section.
(4) The department may issue a limited elevator contractor's license to an applicant that limits a licensee to the business of installing, altering, and repairing elevators, platform lifts, stairway chairlifts, and dumbwaiters in private residences. The department shall issue a limited elevator contractor's license to an applicant that meets the requirements of this section.
History: En. Sec. 8, Ch. 303, L. 2005.