What is the application process for an out-of-state applicant?
An applicant must pass the examination before working in the field. How often must the certification be renewed? The certification must be renewed every three years. Will there be continuing education requirements? To obtain a renewed certification based on a three-year cycle, each electrician must complete 32 hours of code related training, and provide proof of 2000 on the job hours. Will the DAS issue a card to certified electricians? Certification cards will be issued to recipients of any of the approved classifications. What classifications will require certification? The following classifications will receive certifications under AB 931: • General Electrician • Residential Electrician • Fire/Life Safety Technician • * Voice Data Video Technician • * Nonresidential Lighting Technician * Test not currently available. What is the minimum on-the-job experience for General Electrician? To qualify to take the exam the applicant must establish that they have acquired 8,000 hours of the-j
