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2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 67. Engineers and Land Surveyors › Part 3. Licensing › 37-67-310. Repealed

37-67-310. Repealed.
Sec. 16, Ch. 4, L. 2015.
History: En. 66-2357 by Sec. 5, Ch. 366, L. 1975; R.C.M. 1947, 66-2357(2)(b); amd. Sec. 3, Ch. 354, L. 1983; amd. Sec. 10, Ch. 553, L. 1985; amd. Sec. 4, Ch. 72, L. 1987; amd. Sec. 7, Ch. 108, L. 1995; amd. Sec. 61, Ch. 492, L. 2001.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 67. Engineers and Land Surveyors › Part 3. Licensing › 37-67-311. Repealed

37-67-311. Repealed.
Sec. 16, Ch. 4, L. 2015.
History: En. 66-2359 by Sec. 7, Ch. 366, L. 1975; R.C.M. 1947, 66-2359; amd. Sec. 11, Ch. 553, L. 1985; amd. Sec. 8, Ch. 108, L. 1995; amd. Sec. 62, Ch. 492, L. 2001; amd. Sec. 14, Ch. 196, L. 2003; amd. Sec. 3, Ch. 72, L. 2013.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 67. Engineers and Land Surveyors › Part 3. Licensing › 37-67-312. Licensure of professional engineers without examination by comity

37-67-312. Licensure of professional engineers without examination by comity.
A person holding a license or certificate of registration to engage in the practice of engineering in another state, territory, or possession of the United States, the District of Columbia, or any foreign country may be issued a license in this state if the person applies in the manner required by the board, meets the qualifications provided in 37-67-323, and has passed the principles and practices of engineering examination. An applicant whose initial licensure in another state does not meet the experience requirements of 37-67-323 must be required to demonstrate 2 years of postlicensure experience for each year of prelicensure deficiency.
History: En. 66-2357 by Sec. 5, Ch. 366, L. 1975; R.C.M. 1947, 66-2357(1)(a)(i); amd. Sec. 9, Ch. 108, L. 1995; amd. Sec. 63, Ch. 492, L. 2001; amd. Sec. 21, Ch. 100, L. 2011; amd. Sec. 10, Ch. 4, L. 2015.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 67. Engineers and Land Surveyors › Part 3. Licensing › 37-67-313. Licensure of professional land surveyors by comity

37-67-313. Licensure of professional land surveyors by comity.
A person holding a license or certificate of registration to engage in the practice of land surveying in another state, territory, or possession of the United States, the District of Columbia, or any foreign country may be issued a license in this state if the person applies in the manner required by the board, meets the qualifications provided in 37-67-325, and has passed the principles and practices of surveying examination and the Montana state-specific land surveyor examination. The experience requirements of 37-67-325 may be met with experience gained after initial licensure that indicates to the board that the applicant is competent to practice land surveying. An applicant whose initial licensure in another state does not meet the experience requirements of 37-67-325 must be required to demonstrate 2 years of postlicensure experience for each year of prelicensure deficiency.
History: En. 66-2357 by Sec. 5, Ch. 366, L. 1975; R.C.M. 1947, 66-2357(2)(a)(iii); amd. Sec. 12, Ch. 553, L. 1985; amd. Sec. 10, Ch. 108, L. 1995; amd. Sec. 22, Ch. 100, L. 2011; amd. Sec. 11, Ch. 4, L. 2015.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 67. Engineers and Land Surveyors › Part 3. Licensing › 37-67-314. Issuance of licenses -- seal of professional engineer or professional land surveyor

37-67-314. Issuance of licenses -- seal of professional engineer or professional land surveyor.
(1) The department shall issue to an applicant who, in the opinion of the board, has met the requirements of this chapter a license authorizing the applicant to engage in the practice of engineering or the practice of land surveying and to assume responsible charge of engineering or land surveying projects in this state. The license for a professional engineer must carry the designation "professional engineer" and for a professional land surveyor "professional land surveyor" and must include the full name and license number of the licensee.
(2) Each licensee may, upon licensure, obtain a seal of a design authorized by the board. The licensee shall sign, date, and seal professional or technical documents created in the practice of professional engineering or professional land surveying.
(3) A license is prima facie evidence that the named person is entitled to all rights, privileges, and responsibilities of a professional engineer or professional land surveyor while the license remains valid.
(4) It is unlawful for a licensee whose license has expired to sign or seal any professional or technical document or be in responsible charge of a professional engineering or professional land surveying project.
History: En. 66-2360 by Sec. 8, Ch. 366, L. 1975; R.C.M. 1947, 66-2360; amd. Sec. 13, Ch. 553, L. 1985; amd. Sec. 11, Ch. 108, L. 1995; amd. Sec. 64, Ch. 492, L. 2001; amd. Sec. 12, Ch. 4, L. 2015.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 67. Engineers and Land Surveyors › Part 3. Licensing › 37-67-315. Repealed

37-67-315. Repealed.
Sec. 127, Ch. 467, L. 2005.
History: En. Sec. 17, Ch. 150, L. 1957; Sec. 66-2340, R.C.M. 1947; amd. Sec. 7, Ch. 282, L. 1969; amd. Sec. 222, Ch. 350, L. 1974; amd. Sec. 8, Ch. 215, L. 1975; redes. 66-2361 by Sec. 9, Ch. 366, L. 1975; R.C.M. 1947, 66-2361; amd. Sec. 6, Ch. 408, L. 1979; amd. Sec. 67, Ch. 345, L. 1981; amd. Sec. 3, Ch. 489, L. 1981; amd. Sec. 8, Ch. 390, L. 1983; amd. Sec. 14, Ch. 553, L. 1985; amd. Sec. 2, Ch. 107, L. 1995; amd. Sec. 65, Ch. 492, L. 2001; amd. Sec. 56, Ch. 271, L. 2003.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 67. Engineers and Land Surveyors › Part 3. Licensing › 37-67-316. Repealed

37-67-316. Repealed.
Sec. 127, Ch. 467, L. 2005.
History: En. 66-2365 by Sec. 13, Ch. 366, L. 1975; R.C.M. 1947, 66-2365(part); amd. Sec. 66, Ch. 492, L. 2001.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 67. Engineers and Land Surveyors › Part 3. Licensing › 37-67-317. Deposit of moneys collected

37-67-317. Deposit of moneys collected.
The department shall collect all moneys under this chapter and shall deposit these moneys in the state special revenue fund for the use of the board, subject to 37-1-101(6).
History: En. Sec. 10, Ch. 150, L. 1957; Sec. 66-2333, R.C.M. 1947; amd. Sec. 123, Ch. 147, L. 1963; amd. Sec. 28, Ch. 177, L. 1965; amd. Sec. 216, Ch. 350, L. 1974; redes. 66-2354 by Sec. 3, Ch. 366, L. 1975; R.C.M. 1947, 66-2354; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 277, L. 1983.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 67. Engineers and Land Surveyors › Part 3. Licensing › 37-67-318. Repealed

37-67-318. Repealed.
Sec. 127, Ch. 467, L. 2005.
History: En. Sec. 12, Ch. 150, L. 1957; Sec. 66-2335, R.C.M. 1947; amd. Sec. 218, Ch. 350, L. 1974; amd. and redes. 66-2356 by Sec. 4, Ch. 366, L. 1975; amd. Sec. 2, Ch. 317, L. 1977; R.C.M. 1947, 66-2356; amd. Sec. 7, Ch. 408, L. 1979; amd. Sec. 15, Ch. 553, L. 1985; amd. Sec. 67, Ch. 492, L. 2001.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 67. Engineers and Land Surveyors › Part 3. Licensing › 37-67-319. Repealed

37-67-319. Repealed.
Sec. 128, Ch. 429, L. 1995.
History: En. 66-2368 by Sec. 16, Ch. 366, L. 1975; R.C.M. 1947, 66-2368; amd. Sec. 26, Ch. 22, L. 1979; amd. Sec. 16, Ch. 553, L. 1985.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 67. Engineers and Land Surveyors › Part 3. Licensing › 37-67-320. Repealed

37-67-320. Repealed.
Sec. 16, Ch. 4, L. 2015.
History: En. Sec. 5, Ch. 553, L. 1985; amd. Sec. 12, Ch. 108, L. 1995; amd. Sec. 122, Ch. 429, L. 1995; amd. Sec. 68, Ch. 492, L. 2001.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 67. Engineers and Land Surveyors › Part 3. Licensing › 37-67-321. Repealed

37-67-321. Repealed.
Sec. 16, Ch. 4, L. 2015.
History: En. Sec. 19, Ch. 553, L. 1985; amd. Sec. 69, Ch. 492, L. 2001; amd. Sec. 109, Ch. 467, L. 2005.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 67. Engineers and Land Surveyors › Part 3. Licensing › 37-67-322. Application -- contents -- fees

37-67-322. Application -- contents -- fees.
An application must include a completed form that must be accompanied by a nonrefundable application fee prescribed by the board and all other required supplemental documents and information. The form must be approved by the department.
History: En. Sec. 4, Ch. 4, L. 2015.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 67. Engineers and Land Surveyors › Part 3. Licensing › 37-67-323. Qualifications of applicant for examination and licensure as professional engineer

37-67-323. Qualifications of applicant for examination and licensure as professional engineer.
(1) An applicant who meets any of the following sets of requirements must be admitted to the principles and practices of engineering examination:
(a) a baccalaureate degree in engineering or engineering technology in a board-approved curriculum, passage of the fundamentals of engineering examination, certification as an engineer intern, a specific record of at least 4 years of progressive experience under the supervision of a licensed professional engineer, and references as required by the board;
(b) a master's degree in engineering or engineering technology in a board-approved curriculum, passage of the fundamentals of engineering examination, certification as an engineer intern, a specific record of at least 4 years of progressive experience under the supervision of a licensed professional engineer, and references as required by the board;
(c) a baccalaureate degree in an engineering, engineering technology, or other science curriculum, passage of the fundamentals of engineering examination, certification as an engineer intern, a specific record of at least 20 years of experience on engineering projects that indicate to the board that the applicant is competent to practice engineering, with at least 10 years of that experience under the supervision of a licensed professional engineer, and references as required by the board;
(d) a doctoral degree in engineering from an institution with an engineering program approved by the board, passage of the fundamentals of engineering examination, certification as an engineer intern, a specific record of at least 2 years of progressive experience on engineering projects of a grade and character that indicate to the board that the applicant is competent to practice engineering, and references as required by the board; or
(e) a doctoral degree in engineering from an institution with an engineering program approved by the board, a specific record of at least 4 years of progressive experience on engineering projects that indicate to the board that the applicant is competent to practice engineering, and references as required by the board.
(2) Upon passage of the principles and practices of engineering examination, an applicant must be granted a license to practice engineering in this state.
History: En. Sec. 5, Ch. 4, L. 2015.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 67. Engineers and Land Surveyors › Part 3. Licensing › 37-67-324. Qualifications of applicant for certification as engineer intern

37-67-324. Qualifications of applicant for certification as engineer intern.
(1) An applicant who meets any of the following sets of requirements must be granted a certificate as an engineer intern:
(a) a baccalaureate or master's degree in engineering or engineering technology in a curriculum approved by the board, passage of the fundamentals of engineering examination, and references as required by the board; or
(b) a baccalaureate degree in a science curriculum other than a board-approved engineering or engineering technology curriculum, passage of the fundamentals of engineering examination, a specific record of at least 4 years of progressive experience under the supervision of a licensed professional engineer, and references as required by the board. An applicant approved for certification pursuant to this subsection is eligible for licensure as a professional engineer only under 37-67-323(1)(c).
(2) Certification as an engineer intern does not authorize the holder to practice as a professional engineer.
History: En. Sec. 6, Ch. 4, L. 2015.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 67. Engineers and Land Surveyors › Part 3. Licensing › 37-67-325. Qualifications of applicant for examination and licensure as professional land surveyor

37-67-325. Qualifications of applicant for examination and licensure as professional land surveyor.
(1) An applicant who meets any of the following sets of requirements must be admitted to the principles and practices of surveying examination and the Montana state-specific land surveyor examination:
(a) a baccalaureate degree in land surveying that meets the board-approved land surveying curriculum, passage of the fundamentals of surveying examination, at least 4 years of combined office and field experience in land surveying under the direct supervision of a licensed professional land surveyor of which at least 3 years must be progressive experience on land surveying projects, and references and exhibits of land surveying projects as required by the board;
(b) an associate degree in land surveying that meets the board-approved land surveying curriculum, passage of the fundamentals of surveying examination, at least 6 years of combined office and field experience in land surveying under the direct supervision of a licensed professional land surveyor of which at least 4 1/2 years must be progressive experience on land surveying projects, and references and exhibits of land surveying projects as required by the board;
(c) a baccalaureate degree with a minor in land surveying that meets the board-approved land surveying curriculum, passage of the fundamentals of surveying examination, at least 6 years of combined office and field experience in land surveying under the direct supervision of a licensed professional land surveyor of which at least 4 1/2 years must be progressive experience on land surveying projects, and references and exhibits of land surveying projects as required by the board; or
(d) before October 1, 2022, passage of the fundamentals of surveying examination, at least 10 years of combined office and field experience in land surveying under the direct supervision of a licensed professional land surveyor of which at least 6 years must be progressive experience on land surveying projects, and references and exhibits of land surveying projects as required by the board.
(2) Upon passage of both examinations, the applicant must be granted a license to practice land surveying in this state.
History: En. Sec. 7, Ch. 4, L. 2015.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 67. Engineers and Land Surveyors › Part 3. Licensing › 37-67-326. Qualifications of applicant for examination and certification as land surveyor intern

37-67-326. Qualifications of applicant for examination and certification as land surveyor intern.
(1) An applicant who meets any of the following sets of requirements must be admitted to the fundamentals of surveying examination:
(a) a baccalaureate degree in land surveying that meets the board-approved land surveying curriculum, passage of the fundamentals of surveying examination, and references as required by the board;
(b) an associate degree in land surveying that meets the board-approved land surveying curriculum, passage of the fundamentals of surveying examination, and references as required by the board;
(c) a baccalaureate degree with a minor in land surveying that meets the board-approved land surveying curriculum, passage of the fundamentals of surveying examination, and references as required by the board; or
(d) before October 1, 2022, passage of the fundamentals of surveying examination, at least 6 years of combined office and field experience in land surveying under the direct supervision of a licensed professional land surveyor of which at least 4 1/2 years must be progressive experience in charge of land surveying projects, and references and exhibits as required by the board.
(2) Upon passage of the fundamentals of surveying examination, an applicant must be granted a certificate as a Montana land surveyor intern.
(3) Certification as a land surveyor intern does not authorize the holder to practice as a professional land surveyor.
History: En. Sec. 8, Ch. 4, L. 2015.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 67. Engineers and Land Surveyors › Part 3. Licensing › 37-67-327. Examinations -- fees -- third-party services

37-67-327. Examinations -- fees -- third-party services.
(1) Examinations will be at times and places established by the board or by a third-party examination services provider. The board recognizes the following examinations for licensure or certification:
(a) the fundamentals of engineering examination;
(b) the principles and practices of engineering examination;
(c) the fundamentals of surveying examination;
(d) the principles and practices of surveying examination; and
(e) the Montana state-specific land surveyor examination.
(2) The fees for examinations must be set by the board or by a third party contracted by the board to provide examination services. The board may charge a fee for reexamination, a rescheduling of an examination, or an additional examination not required for licensure or certification.
(3) The board may use a third party to provide examination and grading services.
(4) The board reserves the right to require applicants to meet all requirements for licensure or certification prior to being admitted to an exam but may waive this requirement as part of an agreement with a third-party examination services provider.
(5) All examination fees are nonrefundable.
History: En. Sec. 9, Ch. 4, L. 2015.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 67. Engineers and Land Surveyors › Part 3. Licensing › 37-67-328. Certificate of authorization

37-67-328. Certificate of authorization.
(1) A business entity registered with the Montana secretary of state:
(a) shall obtain a certificate of authorization from the board before engaging in the practice of professional engineering or professional land surveying; and
(b) may engage in the practice of professional engineering or professional land surveying in this state if at least one employee of the business entity is licensed by the board and identified as being in responsible charge of professional engineering or professional land surveying work performed in this state.
(2) A business entity with one or more branch offices or business locations in Montana shall apply for a certificate of authorization for the main office and list each branch office or business location and at least one employee of the business entity who is licensed by the board and identified as being in responsible charge of professional engineering or professional land surveying work performed in this state.
(3) A sole proprietor who is not required to register with the Montana secretary of state is not required to apply for a certificate of authorization.
History: En. Sec. 13, Ch. 4, L. 2015.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 67. Engineers and Land Surveyors › Part 3. Licensing › 37-67-329. Emeritus status

37-67-329. Emeritus status.
On October 1, 2015, any licensee previously approved for emeritus status under this chapter becomes an inactive licensee subject to rules of the board regarding inactive licensee status.
History: En. Sec. 14, Ch. 4, L. 2015.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 67. Engineers and Land Surveyors › Part 3. Licensing › 37-67-331. Revocation, suspension, restriction, or limitation of license -- grounds

37-67-331. Revocation, suspension, restriction, or limitation of license -- grounds.
The board may reprimand a licensee or revoke, suspend, or restrict or limit the license of a licensee found responsible for:
(1) gross negligence, incompetency, or misconduct in the practice of professional engineering or professional land surveying;
(2) a violation of rules for professional conduct for professional engineers and professional land surveyors adopted by the board; or
(3) failing to comply with state laws and rules pertaining to the practice of professional engineering or professional land surveying.
History: En. 66-2365 by Sec. 13, Ch. 366, L. 1975; R.C.M. 1947, 66-2365(part); amd. Sec. 8, Ch. 408, L. 1979; amd. Sec. 17, Ch. 553, L. 1985; amd. Sec. 13, Ch. 108, L. 1995; amd. Sec. 70, Ch. 492, L. 2001; amd. Sec. 15, Ch. 4, L. 2015.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 67. Engineers and Land Surveyors › Part 3. Licensing › 37-67-332. Repealed

37-67-332. Repealed.
Sec. 11, Ch. 366, L. 2023.
History: En. Sec. 23, Ch. 150, L. 1957; Sec. 66-2346, R.C.M. 1947; amd. Sec. 225, Ch. 350, L. 1974; redes. 66-2366 by Sec. 14, Ch. 366, L. 1975; R.C.M. 1947, 66-2366; amd. Sec. 18, Ch. 553, L. 1985; amd. Sec. 3, Ch. 107, L. 1995; amd. Sec. 71, Ch. 492, L. 2001.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 68. Electricians and Electrical Safety › Part 1. General › 37-68-101. Purpose

37-68-101. Purpose.
The purpose of this chapter is to:
(1) protect the health and safety of the people of this state from the danger of electrically caused shocks, fires, and explosions;
(2) protect property from the hazard of electrically caused fires and explosions;
(3) establish a procedure for determining where and by whom electrical installations are to be made;
(4) assure the public that persons making electrical installations are qualified; and
(5) ensure that the electrical installations in this state meet minimum safety standards.
History: En. Sec. 2, Ch. 148, L. 1965; amd. Sec. 19, Ch. 366, L. 1969; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 425, L. 1973; amd. Sec. 12, Ch. 226, L. 1974; amd. Sec. 269, Ch. 350, L. 1974; amd. Sec. 8, Ch. 504, L. 1977; R.C.M. 1947, 66-2802(part); amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 257, L. 2009.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 68. Electricians and Electrical Safety › Part 2. State Electrical Board › 37-68-201. Organization -- meetings -- rulemaking power -- seal

37-68-201. Organization -- meetings -- rulemaking power -- seal.
(1) Each July, the board shall elect from its membership a president, vice president, and secretary-treasurer.
(2) The board shall meet quarterly and at other times that the board considers necessary.
(3) The board shall:
(a) adopt rules for the administration of this chapter, for the licensing of electrical contractors, and for the examination of master, journeyman, and residential electricians;
(b) adopt a seal;
(c) provide for the prosecution and enjoinder of persons violating this chapter.
History: (1), (2), (4)En. Sec. 5, Ch. 148, L. 1965; amd. Sec. 272, Ch. 350, L. 1974; amd. Sec. 11, Ch. 453, L. 1977; Sec. 66-2805, R.C.M. 1947; (3)En. Sec. 4, Ch. 148, L. 1965; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 374, L. 1973; Sec. 66-2804, R.C.M. 1947; amd. and redes. 82A-1602.10 by Sec. 271, Ch. 350, L. 1974; amd. Sec. 58, Ch. 439, L. 1975; Sec. 82A-1602.10, R.C.M. 1947; R.C.M. 1947, 66-2805(1), (2)(a) thru (2)(c), 82A-1602.10(5); amd. Sec. 4, Ch. 245, L. 1987; amd. Sec. 123, Ch. 429, L. 1995; amd. Sec. 72, Ch. 492, L. 2001; amd. Sec. 110, Ch. 467, L. 2005; amd. Sec. 4, Ch. 257, L. 2009.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 68. Electricians and Electrical Safety › Part 2. State Electrical Board › 37-68-202. Compensation and expenses of board members

37-68-202. Compensation and expenses of board members.
Each member of the board shall receive compensation and travel expenses as provided for in 37-1-133.
History: Ap. p. Sec. 4, Ch. 148, L. 1965; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 374, L. 1973; Sec. 66-2804, R.C.M. 1947; amd. and redes. 82A-1602.10 by Sec. 271, Ch. 350, L. 1974; amd. Sec. 58, Ch. 439, L. 1975; Sec. 82A-1602.10, R.C.M. 1947; Ap. p. Sec. 5, Ch. 148, L. 1965; amd. Sec. 272, Ch. 350, L. 1974; amd. Sec. 11, Ch. 453, L. 1977; Sec. 66-2805, R.C.M. 1947; R.C.M. 1947, 66-2805(3), 82A-1602.10(4); amd. Sec. 33, Ch. 474, L. 1981.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 68. Electricians and Electrical Safety › Part 3. Licensing › 37-68-301. License required to engage in electrical work

37-68-301. License required to engage in electrical work.
(1) A person may not engage in or work at the business or trade of or hold out to the public that the person is an electrician, electrical contractor, residential electrician, journeyman electrician, or master electrician in this state until the person has received from the department a license or permit to work as an electrical contractor, residential electrician, journeyman electrician, or master electrician.
(2) A person who has received a license from the department under the provisions of this chapter shall carry the license at all times while working at a jobsite and performing work that requires a license.
(3) A private or public employment agency or labor union, or an employee of the agency or union who refers persons for employment by others may not refer a person for employment by others to perform the work of an electrical contractor, residential electrician, journeyman electrician, or master electrician in this state unless the person has received from the department a license or permit to work as an electrical contractor, residential electrician, journeyman electrician, or master electrician.
History: En. Sec. 6, Ch. 148, L. 1965; amd. Sec. 274, Ch. 350, L. 1974; R.C.M. 1947, 66-2806; amd. Sec. 6, Ch. 546, L. 1979; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 31, L. 1993; amd. Sec. 2, Ch. 402, L. 1999; amd. Sec. 5, Ch. 257, L. 2009.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 68. Electricians and Electrical Safety › Part 3. Licensing › 37-68-302. Unauthorized use of title

37-68-302. Unauthorized use of title.
A person, firm, partnership, corporation, or association may not assume or use the title or designation of licensed master electrician, master electrician, licensed journeyman electrician, journeyman electrician, licensed residential electrician, residential electrician, licensed electrician, or electrician unless qualified and licensed under this chapter.
History: En. Sec. 8, Ch. 148, L. 1965; R.C.M. 1947, 66-2808; amd. Sec. 7, Ch. 546, L. 1979; amd. Sec. 6, Ch. 257, L. 2009.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 68. Electricians and Electrical Safety › Part 3. Licensing › 37-68-303. Repealed

37-68-303. Repealed.
Sec. 4, Ch. 14, L. 2015.
History: En. Sec. 17, Ch. 148, L. 1965; amd. Sec. 281, Ch. 350, L. 1974; R.C.M. 1947, 66-2817; amd. Sec. 1451, Ch. 56, L. 2009; amd. Sec. 7, Ch. 257, L. 2009.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 68. Electricians and Electrical Safety › Part 3. Licensing › 37-68-304. Master electricians -- application -- qualifications -- contents of examination -- fees

37-68-304. Master electricians -- application -- qualifications -- contents of examination -- fees.
(1) An applicant for a master electrician's license shall furnish written evidence of at least one of the following:
(a) being a graduate electrical engineer of an accredited college or university and having a minimum of 2,000 hours of legally obtained practical electrical experience; or
(b) having at least 8,000 hours of legally obtained journeyman level experience in planning, laying out, or supervising the installation and repair of wiring, apparatus, or equipment for electrical light, heat, and power.
(2) An applicant for a license as a master electrician shall file an application on a form furnished by the department, submit appropriate fees, and satisfactorily pass an examination prescribed by the board. The board shall notify each applicant that the evidence submitted with the applicant's application is sufficient to qualify to take the examination or that the evidence is insufficient and is rejected. If the application is rejected, the board shall set forth the reasons in the notice to the applicant.
(3) The examination must consist of at least 80 questions designed to fairly test the applicant's knowledge and the applicant's technical application skills in the following subjects:
(a) the national electric code; and
(b) board rules and applicable laws under Title 37.
(4) The board shall determine by rule the fees to be charged an applicant for each examination or reexamination. The fees must be commensurate with costs.
History: En. Sec. 7, Ch. 148, L. 1965; amd. Sec. 275, Ch. 350, L. 1974; R.C.M. 1947, 66-2807(1); amd. Sec. 2, Ch. 245, L. 1987; amd. Sec. 15, Ch. 196, L. 2003; amd. Sec. 111, Ch. 467, L. 2005; amd. Sec. 8, Ch. 257, L. 2009.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 68. Electricians and Electrical Safety › Part 3. Licensing › 37-68-306. Repealed

37-68-306. Repealed.
Sec. 128, Ch. 429, L. 1995.
History: En. Sec. 10, Ch. 148, L. 1965; amd. Sec. 277, Ch. 350, L. 1974; R.C.M. 1947, 66-2810; amd. Sec. 9, Ch. 546, L. 1979.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 68. Electricians and Electrical Safety › Part 3. Licensing › 37-68-307. Repealed

37-68-307. Repealed.
Sec. 13, Ch. 257, L. 2009.
History: En. Sec. 7, Ch. 148, L. 1965; amd. Sec. 275, Ch. 350, L. 1974; R.C.M. 1947, 66-2807(3); amd. Sec. 10, Ch. 546, L. 1979; amd. Sec. 2, Ch. 31, L. 1993; amd. Sec. 49, Ch. 492, L. 1997; amd. Sec. 17, Ch. 196, L. 2003; amd. Sec. 113, Ch. 467, L. 2005.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 68. Electricians and Electrical Safety › Part 3. Licensing › 37-68-308. Licensure without examination of persons licensed locally

37-68-308. Licensure without examination of persons licensed locally.
The board may authorize the department to issue a license as a master electrician, journeyman electrician, or residential electrician to an applicant without written examination on satisfactory proof that the applicant has the qualifications to apply for a license under this chapter and is the holder of a valid license issued by a city or other political subdivision of this state which provides for the examination and licensing of electricians.
History: En. Sec. 11, Ch. 148, L. 1965; amd. Sec. 278, Ch. 350, L. 1974; R.C.M. 1947, 66-2811; amd. Sec. 11, Ch. 546, L. 1979.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 68. Electricians and Electrical Safety › Part 3. Licensing › 37-68-309. Repealed

37-68-309. Repealed.
Sec. 128, Ch. 429, L. 1995.
History: En. Sec. 9, Ch. 148, L. 1965; amd. Sec. 276, Ch. 350, L. 1974; R.C.M. 1947, 66-2809.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 68. Electricians and Electrical Safety › Part 3. Licensing › 37-68-310. Repealed

37-68-310. Repealed.
Sec. 1, Ch. 14, L. 2019.
History: En. Sec. 7, Ch. 148, L. 1965; amd. Sec. 275, Ch. 350, L. 1974; R.C.M. 1947, 66-2807(4); amd. Sec. 12, Ch. 546, L. 1979; amd. Sec. 68, Ch. 345, L. 1981; amd. Sec. 3, Ch. 31, L. 1993; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 113, L. 1995; amd. Sec. 124, Ch. 429, L. 1995; amd. Sec. 50, Ch. 492, L. 1997; amd. Sec. 57, Ch. 271, L. 2003; amd. Sec. 114, Ch. 467, L. 2005.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 68. Electricians and Electrical Safety › Part 3. Licensing › 37-68-311. Application fee -- license fee

37-68-311. Application fee -- license fee.
(1) Master electricians and journeyman or residential electricians installing or intending to install for hire electric wiring or equipment to convey electric current or apparatus to be operated by electric current shall apply for a license to the department. The application must be on a form furnished by the department and must be accompanied by an application fee set by the board. The forms must state the applicant's full name and address, the extent of work experience, and other information required by the board. If the applicant has complied with the rules adopted by the board and, being qualified, has successfully completed the examination, the department shall issue the proper license to the applicant.
(2) In addition to the temporary permits authorized in 37-1-305, the board may, in accordance with criteria determined by the board, issue a second temporary practice permit for a person who fails the first license examination and who submits a temporary practice permit fee with a request for a second temporary practice permit to the board stating that the person intends to retake the license examination within 3 months of failing the first examination.
History: En. Sec. 15, Ch. 148, L. 1965; amd. Sec. 280, Ch. 350, L. 1974; R.C.M. 1947, 66-2815; amd. Sec. 13, Ch. 546, L. 1979; amd. Sec. 4, Ch. 31, L. 1993; amd. Sec. 2, Ch. 203, L. 1999; amd. Sec. 18, Ch. 196, L. 2003; amd. Sec. 10, Ch. 257, L. 2009; amd. Sec. 2, Ch. 14, L. 2015.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 68. Electricians and Electrical Safety › Part 3. Licensing › 37-68-312. Electrical contractor's license -- application -- fees

37-68-312. Electrical contractor's license -- application -- fees.
Each electrical contractor shall, on or before the date set by department rule, file with the department an application together with the appropriate fees for each firm operated by the electrical contractor in this state.
History: En. Sec. 14, Ch. 148, L. 1965; amd. Sec. 279, Ch. 350, L. 1974; R.C.M. 1947, 66-2814; amd. Sec. 14, Ch. 546, L. 1979; amd. Sec. 5, Ch. 31, L. 1993; amd. Sec. 125, Ch. 429, L. 1995; amd. Sec. 115, Ch. 467, L. 2005.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 68. Electricians and Electrical Safety › Part 3. Licensing › 37-68-313. Reasonable fees -- deposit of fees and fines collected

37-68-313. Reasonable fees -- deposit of fees and fines collected.
(1) All fees established by the board under this chapter must be reasonably related to the respective program costs. Fees collected by the department under this chapter must be deposited in the state special revenue fund for the use of the board.
(2) Fines collected under this chapter must be deposited in the state general fund.
History: En. Sec. 19, Ch. 148, L. 1965; amd. Sec. 282, Ch. 350, L. 1974; R.C.M. 1947, 66-2819; amd. Sec. 15, Ch. 546, L. 1979; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 277, L. 1983; amd. Sec. 3, Ch. 402, L. 1999.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 68. Electricians and Electrical Safety › Part 3. Licensing › 37-68-314. Repealed

37-68-314. Repealed.
Sec. 13, Ch. 257, L. 2009.
History: En. Sec. 1, Ch. 332, L. 1981; amd. Sec. 3, Ch. 245, L. 1987.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 68. Electricians and Electrical Safety › Part 3. Licensing › 37-68-315. Presentation of license

37-68-315. Presentation of license.
(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 an electrician licensed under this chapter has the right to ask a person who is working at a jobsite doing work that requires an electrician's license to present the person's license. If the person performing the work is unable to furnish the person's license, 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 37-68-316, from a person at a jobsite where the person is performing electrical work if the person fails to display an electrician's license at the request of the department employee.
History: En. Sec. 1, Ch. 368, L. 1995; amd. Sec. 4, Ch. 402, L. 1999; amd. Sec. 11, Ch. 257, L. 2009.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 68. Electricians and Electrical Safety › Part 3. Licensing › 37-68-316. Citation and fine for failure to display license

37-68-316. Citation and fine for failure to display license.
(1) A citation for failure to display an electrician'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 appropriate authority identified on the citation 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. 9, Ch. 402, L. 1999; amd. Sec. 2, Ch. 90, L. 2015; amd. Sec. 5, Ch. 366, L. 2023.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 68. Electricians and Electrical Safety › Part 3. Licensing › 37-68-321. Repealed

37-68-321. Repealed.
Sec. 128, Ch. 429, L. 1995.
History: En. Sec. 5, Ch. 148, L. 1965; amd. Sec. 272, Ch. 350, L. 1974; amd. Sec. 11, Ch. 453, L. 1977; R.C.M. 1947, 66-2805(2)(d); amd. Sec. 16, Ch. 546, L. 1979.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 68. Electricians and Electrical Safety › Part 3. Licensing › 37-68-322. Repealed

37-68-322. Repealed.
Sec. 11, Ch. 366, L. 2023.
History: En. Sec. 20, Ch. 148, L. 1965; R.C.M. 1947, 66-2820; amd. Sec. 6, Ch. 31, L. 1993; amd. Sec. 12, Ch. 257, L. 2009.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 69. Plumbers › Part 1. General › 37-69-101. Definitions

37-69-101. Definitions.
Unless the context requires otherwise, in this chapter, the following definitions apply:
(1) "Board" means the board of plumbers provided for in 2-15-1765.
(2) "Department" means the department of labor and industry provided for in Title 2, chapter 15, part 17.
(3) "Drainage system" means all the piping inside the walls of a building that conveys sewage or other liquid wastes outside the building to the building sewer but that does not extend more than 2 feet outside the building way.
(4) "Field of plumbing" means the business, trade, or work having to do with the installation, removal, alteration, or repair of plumbing and drainage systems or parts of plumbing and drainage systems.
(5) "Journeyman plumber" means a person who is authorized to make installation of all sanitary plumbing and potable water supply piping and appliances connected to the plumbing and piping.
(6) "Master plumber" means a person who is authorized by this chapter to plan, estimate, bid, contract for, and supervise plumbing work and who may do the work of a journeyman plumber.
(7) (a) "Plumbing system" means all potable water supply and distribution pipes, plumbing fixtures and traps, drainage and vent pipes, and building drains, including their respective joints and connections, devices, receptacles, and appurtenances within the property lines of any premises, up to 20 feet beyond the building foundation line, and includes potable water piping, water heaters, and vents for the premises.
(b) The term does not include water services installed and maintained by water districts or water user associations in which water service is installed by any qualified person appointed or hired by the administrative authority of the water system.
(8) "Public sewer system" means any common sewer carrying liquid wastes from two or more dwellings or any other facility that serves the public.
(9) "Public water supply" means any community well, water hauler for cisterns, water bottling plant, water dispenser, or other water supply that serves 10 or more families or 25 or more persons on a regular and continuous basis.
History: En. 66-2401.1 by Sec. 227, Ch. 350, L. 1974; amd. Sec. 2, Ch. 497, L. 1975; R.C.M. 1947, 66-2401.1; amd. Sec. 4, Ch. 549, L. 1979; amd. Sec. 3, Ch. 274, L. 1981; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 661, L. 1985; amd. Sec. 152, Ch. 483, L. 2001.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 69. Plumbers › Part 1. General › 37-69-103. No penalty for hiring unlicensed plumber

37-69-103. No penalty for hiring unlicensed plumber.
This chapter may not be construed as imposing a penalty on any unlicensed person for hiring or contracting with an unlicensed person to do work in the field of plumbing. However, a person who engages in the field of plumbing at a time when the person is not licensed is subject to the penalties imposed by this chapter.
History: En. Sec. 4, Ch. 251, L. 1959; amd. Sec. 8, Ch. 497, L. 1975; R.C.M. 1947, 66-2415; amd. Sec. 27, Ch. 22, L. 1979; amd. Sec. 1453, Ch. 56, L. 2009.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 69. Plumbers › Part 2. Board of Plumbers › 37-69-201. Presiding officer

37-69-201. Presiding officer.
The board shall annually select a presiding officer from its members.
History: (1)En. Sec. 3, Ch. 251, L. 1959; amd. Sec. 235, Ch. 350, L. 1974; Sec. 66-2414, R.C.M. 1947; (2)En. Sec. 9, Ch. 203, L. 1949; amd. Sec. 234, Ch. 350, L. 1974; Sec. 66-2409, R.C.M. 1947; R.C.M. 1947, 66-2409(1), 66-2414(part); amd. Sec. 73, Ch. 492, L. 2001.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 69. Plumbers › Part 2. Board of Plumbers › 37-69-202. Rulemaking power -- records

37-69-202. Rulemaking power -- records.
(1) The board may adopt rules necessary to carry out this chapter.
(2) The board shall adopt rules for the transaction of its business, and the department shall keep a record of the board's official actions.
History: (1)En. Sec. 9, Ch. 203, L. 1949; amd. Sec. 234, Ch. 350, L. 1974; Sec. 66-2409, R.C.M. 1947; (2)En. Sec. 3, Ch. 251, L. 1959; amd. Sec. 235, Ch. 350, L. 1974; Sec. 66-2414, R.C.M. 1947; R.C.M. 1947, 66-2409(2), 66-2414(part).
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 69. Plumbers › Part 2. Board of Plumbers › 37-69-203. Compensation of board members -- expenses

37-69-203. Compensation of board members -- expenses.
A member of the board is entitled to compensation and travel expenses as provided for in 37-1-133.
History: 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; R.C.M. 1947, 66-2403(1); amd. Sec. 34, Ch. 474, L. 1981.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 69. Plumbers › Part 3. Licensing › 37-69-301. License required

37-69-301. License required.
(1) Except as provided in 37-69-102, a person working at the field of plumbing in this state, either as a master plumber or as a journeyman plumber, shall first obtain a license as provided in Title 37, chapter 69, part 3.
(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 board and made known by the department to each licensee when a license is issued.
History: En. Sec. 1, Ch. 203, L. 1949; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 185, L. 1961; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 497, L. 1975; R.C.M. 1947, 66-2401(1); amd. Sec. 3, Ch. 661, L. 1985; amd. Sec. 2, Ch. 361, L. 1999; amd. Sec. 5, Ch. 402, L. 1999.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 69. Plumbers › Part 3. Licensing › 37-69-302. Repealed

37-69-302. Repealed.
Sec. 4, Ch. 14, L. 2015.
History: En. Sec. 6, Ch. 203, L. 1949; amd. Sec. 232, Ch. 350, L. 1974; amd. Sec. 6, Ch. 497, L. 1975; R.C.M. 1947, 66-2406.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 69. Plumbers › Part 3. Licensing › 37-69-303. Application -- contents -- requirements

37-69-303. Application -- contents -- requirements.
A person, firm, or corporation desiring to engage in or work in the field of plumbing in this state, either as a master plumber or as a journeyman plumber, shall make application to the department by filing a written application stating the applicant's place of residence, age, and experience and the place where the applicant has acquired experience and must at a time and place designated by the board be examined as to the qualifications for a license.
History: En. Sec. 4, Ch. 203, L. 1949; amd. Sec. 230, Ch. 350, L. 1974; amd. Sec. 5, Ch. 497, L. 1975; R.C.M. 1947, 66-2404(part); amd. Sec. 1454, Ch. 56, L. 2009.
2023 Montana Code Annotated › Title 37. Professions and Occupations › Chapter 69. Plumbers › Part 3. Licensing › 37-69-304. Qualifications of applicants for journeyman plumber's license -- restriction on authority

37-69-304. Qualifications of applicants for journeyman plumber's license -- restriction on authority.
(1) The following requirements must be met by applicants for a journeyman plumber's license:
(a) a specific record of 5 years of legally obtained experience in the field of plumbing. This experience requirement may be fulfilled by:
(i) working 5 years in a major phase of the plumbing business, verified by time or pay records; or
(ii) completing an apprenticeship program meeting the standards set by the department or the United States department of labor, bureau of apprenticeship. Credit toward this experience requirement may be given for time spent attending an accredited trade or other school specializing in training of value in the field of plumbing and approved by the board.
(b) satisfactory completion of a written examination prescribed by the board and conducted by the department, subject to 37-1-101(4), testing the applicant's knowledge of techniques and methods employed in the field of plumbing and, if required by the board, a practical demonstration establishing competence in the special skills required in the field of plumbing.
(2) A licensed journeyman plumber may perform work only in the employment of a licensed master plumber unless otherwise permitted by rule of the board. Performing work in the employment of a licensed master plumber means the licensed master plumber shall observe the journeyman plumber's work at different times over the course of employment and for different levels of plumbing work.
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(2), (3); amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 10, L. 1991; amd. Sec. 19, Ch. 196, L. 2003; amd. Sec. 116, Ch. 467, L. 2005; amd. Sec. 3, Ch. 90, L. 2015; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 420, L. 2019; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 67, L. 2021.