The bond shall not be a substitute or supplemental to any liability or other insurance required by law or by the contract. Performance of these systems has been outstanding, with fires typically being controlled or extinguished by a single fire sprinkler. 3502 0 obj <>stream Any fire protection sprinkler system contractor who constructs, installs, or maintains a fire protection sprinkler system in any occupancy, except an owner-occupied single-family dwelling, without first obtaining a fire sprinkler contractor's license from the state of Washington, is guilty of a gross misdemeanor. "Temporary worker housing" means a place, area, or piece of land where sleeping places or housing sites are provided by an employer for his or her hbbd```b``A$fIY/`RL>O ~ & Yet last year, without an ordinance, 214 of 215 new homes in Camas were built with fire sprinklers. Other sources of water supply, with pressure or elevation. Want to build on a slope that is steeper than allowed? (2) The state director of fire protection shall have the authority, and it shall be his or her duty to: (a) Issue such administrative regulations as necessary for the administration of this chapter; (b)(i) Set reasonable fees for licenses, certificates, testing, and other aspects of the administration of this chapter. 5 A permit number and/or site address 2. Such devices or assemblies shall be tested in accordance with Section 603.4.2 and WAC. hbbd```b``z"A$7XDDlY0Vb&H`qy $201202 }Sh When developers asked for waivers, Miller asked for sprinklers in return. (2)(a) All licensed fire protection sprinkler system contractors desiring to continue to be licensed shall annually, prior to January 1st, secure from the state director of fire protection a renewal license upon payment of the fee as prescribed by the state director of fire protection. With amendments effective May 1, 2017 and October 1, 2017. S:2pj*%Le~sbP! endstream endobj 3459 0 obj <. The temporary certificate of competency holder shall, within the three-year period, complete the examination requirements specified in subsection (1) of this section. (6) If the surety desires to make payment without awaiting court action against it, the amount of the bond shall be reduced to the extent of any payment made by the surety in good faith under the bond. Fixed guideway transit and passenger rail systems. KZu15 No additional floor drain need be provided. The owner of a building that serves potable water to twenty-five or more people at least sixty or more days per year and that installs drinking water treatment units including, but not limited to, the treatment units in Section 611.1, may be regulated (as a Group A public water system) by the Washington state department of health under chapter. <>/Metadata 1067 0 R/ViewerPreferences 1068 0 R>> The 2009, 2012, 2015, 2018 and 2021 editions of the International Residential Code (IRC) join the National Fire Protection Associations (NFPA) Life Safety Code and the NFPA Building Code in requiring fire sprinklers to be installed in all new homes. Web Listed residential sprinklers are required with exception for some areas as mechanical closets and non-living spaces (such as garages) Temperature ratings of the sprinkler Web901.6.1 Automatic Sprinkler Systems Automatic sprinkler systems shall be monitored by an approved supervising station. Such devices or assemblies shall be tested in accordance with Section 603.4.2 and WAC 246-290-490. Put in sprinklers. The land is hilly and builders want to get as many lots as possible out of their property. Directs the State Director of Fire Protection to investigate alleged violations of the laws and rules related to fire protection sprinkler fitters. Instantaneous hot water systems installed in accordance with the manufacturer's installation instructions. Protect Your Home with a Fire Sprinkler System. So, the fire department agreed that if a builder added fire sprinklers, the city would waive the fire impact fee it usually assessed each new house. The examination must be carrying output a minimum regarding every 5 year s. The requirements do not differ by statehowever, every jurisdiction is ampere small Below is a list of financial trade ups that developers can receive in some communities for including fire sprinklers: More than 2 billion feet of BlazeMaster Pipe & Fittings have been installed in more than 60 countries. If found to be defective or inoperative, the device or assembly shall be replaced or repaired. Its largely due to Randy Miller, deputy fire marshal for the Camas-Washougal Fire Department, who didnt want to give up the fire protection residential sprinkler systems provide. endstream endobj startxref Alternative automatic fire-extinguishing systems. endobj 2 0 obj tzU Ov`h@& @pb)H qyLX^3Mf\puj.7"g3J'r%r -fe`= ynw R Residents Businesses Installation shall include the work from a street or main water access throughout the entire building. Screening of building construction to determine if automatic Wrongful acts by contractor, criminal penalty: Local government license and permit requirements. This examination requirement is mandatory except as otherwise provided in this chapter. Automatic sprinkler system is an integrated system of underground and overhead piping designed in accordance with fire protection engineering standards. Every building with a height of more than 25 metres should have diesel generators which can be used for controlling fire in the case of power failure. Materials shall be straight, rigid lengths only, without coils or flexes. Usually requires a single meter. WebR313.2 One and two- -family dwellings automatic fire systems. WebSprinkler system must have connection at the end to a clothes washer,dishwasher, toilet or other fixture to prevent water from becoming stagnant. The name and phone number for the contact who will be on site 3. State Fire Marshals Office. (c) The state director of fire protection may, upon the receipt of payment of all delinquent fees including a late charge, restore a certificate of competency that has been suspended for failure to pay the renewal fee. (2) Materials shall be rated at not less than the operating temperature of the system and approved for such use or shall comply with ASME A112.4.1. x#sZ8_8C%cluEe98#J.sfm b^{ .u>%"HQ6,d+e;M3T_Tfnek (b) Failure of any certificate of competency holder to secure his or her renewal certificate of competency within sixty days after the due date shall constitute sufficient cause for the state director of fire protection to suspend the certificate of competency. WebIf you would like to schedule an inspection over the phone, please call our main line at 253-798-7179 and select option 1. (a) United States, state, and local government employees, building officials, fire marshals, fire inspectors, or insurance inspectors when acting in their official capacities; (b) A person or organization acting under court order; (c) A person or organization that sells or supplies products or materials to a licensed fire protection sprinkler system contractor; (d) A registered professional engineer acting solely in a professional capacity; (e) An employee of a licensed fire protection sprinkler system contractor performing duties for the registered fire protection sprinkler system contractor; and. 346 0 obj <>/Filter/FlateDecode/ID[<46696EE4D7BC40458DC47708B15ED199><6E304689CF11D143855F248451E85B8A>]/Index[330 48]/Info 329 0 R/Length 89/Prev 339285/Root 331 0 R/Size 378/Type/XRef/W[1 3 1]>>stream Any such action must be brought not later than one year after the expiration of the licensee's license or renewal license then in effect at the time of the alleged breach of contract. Where no drainage was provided, replacement water heating equipment shall only be required to provide a drain pointing downward from the relief valve to extend between two (2) feet (610 mm) and six (6) inches (152 mm) from the floor. Provides technical assistance on fire sprinkler system maintenance to Fire Department personnel. 0 0 Additional safeguards for Type IV-A, IV-B, and IV-C construction. AUTOMATIC SPRINKLER SYSTEMS - DRY 2015 IFC 3rd Edition Insert Pages with changes effective July 1, 2019. The NFPA codes have included this requirement since 2006. WfVW`:E !azc}W%rcz}kT}w[~}iM;2s},U]7c!:n!lZRdFTlQr-`[\u#bvjm^il2i@ jU';}|h}`S%bFcY7; ejDkf'\}@}kj\m? (2) Every applicant for a certificate of competency shall fulfill the requirements established by the state director of fire protection under chapter. (7) Discharge from a relief valve into a water heater pan shall be prohibited. Hearing Date: 3/17/23 Staff: Kelly Leonard (786-7147). Web15.12.135 Residential fire sprinklers. This chapter applies prospectively only and not retroactively. Want to build in an area with below-standard hydrant flow? All persons engaged in the inspection and testing of automatic fire sprinkler systems must receive a certificate of registration from the State Fire Marshals Office. Put in sprinklers. 3 0 obj (3) Before granting renewal of a fire protection sprinkler system contractor's license to any applicant, the director of fire protection shall require that the applicant file with the director satisfactory evidence that the surety bond or cash deposit is in full force. %PDF-1.7 %PDF-1.7 % For us, slow, steady and patient is the way to do it, said Mayor Scott Higgins. Double check valve backflow prevention assembly (DC). PK ! "U.~.-k ab+hoiX]{c=` x6Zf O7b}]}Ga}[/y[jmY8qy?}t\[/c)psX|;go}lb]lw!DnKe#ChCy; 1c]@>b MS`bPm!@t~1+`CuXw|\Lb3Ti In 2003, legislation was introduced to require fire sprinklers in new residential housing in Camas, Washington, a small city in the southwestern part of the Despite the backing of local fire officials, the measure failed in City Council after opposition from homebuilders and real estate agents. P.O. Web(ii) Be a Washington licensed professional engineer. Possess or have the ability to obtain within 6 months of hire date ICC certification as Fire Inspector I and ICC certification as Residential Fire Sprinkler Inspector/Plans Examiner. WebAny small enclosures in which no sprinklers are to be installed. Even though some states and local jurisdictions have chosen to legislatively or administratively defer this requirement, model codes establish the nationally recognized standard of care for new home construction, and designers and builders who choose to omit sprinklers from new homes are failing to build in accordance with the nationally recognized standard of care. 1. The bond shall not be liable for any liability of the licensee for tortious acts, whether or not such liability is imposed by statute or common law, or is imposed by contract. A condition precedent to the surety being liable to any claimant is a final judgment against the licensee, unless the surety desires to make payment without awaiting court action. No person shall install any water operated equipment or mechanism, or use any water treating chemical or substance, if it is found that such equipment, mechanism, chemical or substance may cause pollution or contamination of the domestic water supply. Space sprinkler heads in accordance with the minimum specified by the manufacturer but not less than 8 feet apart, as required by NFPA 13D. j-E]z{zV+./))=WML_}o^} { Xow/vUSpnN@Y)~ } /J1E}a;k _pOSax|[H]./J$l3w/W.|k7yu7Z=,al_~/nw? Limited area systems serving fewer than 20 sprinklers. 609.11 Insulation of Potable Water Piping. (4) Reduced pressure principle backflow prevention assembly (RP). Olympia, WA 98504-2642. stream Backflow preventer for carbonated beverage dispensers (two independent check valves with a vent to the atmosphere.). A municipal or county order, ordinance, rule, or regulation that is in effect as of May 1, 1991, is not invalid because of the provisions of this chapter. (b) 13R or 24 fire sprinkler systems (NFPA 25) for NFPA 13, 13D or 13R. The BIA and real estate agents had so resigned themselves to sprinklers in Camas that when another ordinance was introduced this year, no one showed up to testify against it. Or email firemarsh@wsp.wa.gov. (11) "Person" means a natural person, including an owner, manager, partner, officer, employee, or occupant. Within two years from the time of surrender of the certificate of competency, he or she may again qualify for a certificate of competency, without examination, by the payment of the required fee. `S___x CCR Web1 AN ACT Relating to fire protection sprinkler system contractors; 2 amending RCW 18.160.030, 18.160.050, 18.160.080, 18.160.110, 5 BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON: 6 Sec. Its like a weight was taken off my shoulders., How Builders Can Benefit from Fire Sprinklers. (10%) Conducts field inspections on fire sprinkler systems and building life safety systems to verify compliance with approved plans and requirements of the International Fire Code, applicable NFPA standards and manufacturer specifications Your preferred date of inspection Confidence Test Forms Please fill out the form and email to pcfireprevent@piercecountywa.gov. Approved refers to the approval of the fire marshal. (4) Discharge in such a manner that does not cause personal injury or structural damage. Webproper backflow prevention requirements. WebResidential Fire Sprinkler Permit All automatic sprinkler work associated with residential sprinkler systems. All devices or assemblies installed in a potable water supply system for protection against backflow shall be maintained in good working condition by the person or persons having control of such devices or assemblies. (c) The state director of fire protection may, upon the receipt of payment of all delinquent fees including a late charge, restore a license that has been suspended for failure to pay the renewal fee. Oi [Content_Types].xml ( N0EHC-J\X $XL=DPDJ{83^&{R2nZM~&2$*xX pbFD=>ZE|2( OS#pSjPv["lKQ06sQ/Bc"|q|TrL#V>3tw\h*U[e\X]lum4td[nn'Y u/{w'ChXS6bMD\]B>wNwrExQc5i`u/.>@76yiAT?s$oom6h PK ! What Is which 5-Year Fire Sprinkler Testing? (8) "Installation" means the initial placement of fire protection sprinkler system equipment or the extension, modification, or alteration of equipment after the initial placement. bi\D~RqX/}rwNu?[](hLhKK6Fi1 (1) At the time of installation, repair or relocation; and. Categories Residential Sprinklers. Web4 Best Practices Guide for Residential Fire Sprinklers Washington Fire Sprinkler Coalition In order to manage and enforce requirements for residential fire sprinkler systems, jurisdictions must be aware of the guiding philosophies and principles of NFPA 13D. ]}}~3[gnt}o~{_j;w_xA#Wrgg(_w|"|Ph}0Oolwo>5on/:OWoWo^}m^eU?eg7\],W?}w_\?typj6? Additional permits may be required for hazardous materials that exceed allowable amounts. (1)(a) All certificate of competency holders that desire to continue in the fire protection sprinkler business shall annually, prior to January 1st, secure from the state director of fire protection a renewal certificate of competency upon payment of the fee as prescribed by the state director of fire protection. Such equipment or mechanism may be permitted only when equipped with an approved backflow prevention device or assembly. What Is which 5-Year Fire Sprinkler Testing? Web129 North Second Street, 2nd Floor Yakima, Washington 98901 Phone (509) 575-6126 Fax (509) 576-6576 E-mail: codes@yakimawa.gov Residential Plan Review Checklist (3) "Fire protection sprinkler system" means an assembly of underground and/or overhead piping or conduit beginning at the connection to the primary water supply, whether public or private, that conveys water with or without other agents to dispersal openings or devices to extinguish, control, or contain fire and to provide protection from exposure to fire or other products of combustion. Testing shall be performed by a Washington state department of health certified backflow assembly tester. WebNFPA 13D Residential Sprinkler Systems NFPA 14 Standpipe and Hose Systems IBC International Building Code RCW 18.160 Washington State Sprinkler Contractor Law WAC 51-51-60105 Appendix R WAC 51-51-60107 Appendix S (Ord. WebThis proposal will align Washington 's residential code with the IRC by retaining the requirement for newly constructed townhouses to be equipped with residential fire All devices or assemblies installed in a potable water supply system for protection against backflow shall be maintained in good working condition by the person or persons having control of such devices or assemblies. The fund is subject to allotment procedures under chapter. hm]|&l v/&Dwh"Y)>X..hYJQ"/9U\\b>Yn-%[lnqVMf\RX)yasIk*\ 8J[RnV_B]Cd@T9XV The following appendices of the State Building Code adoption and amendment of the 2015 edition of the International Residential Code (Chapter 51-51 WAC) are hereby adopted together with all future amendments: (1) Appendix Q, Dwelling Unit Fire Sprinkler Systems (WAC 51-51-60105). Web129 North Second Street, 2nd Floor Yakima, Washington 98901 Phone (509) 575-6126 Fax (509) 576-6576 E-mail: codes@yakimawa.gov Residential Plan Review Checklist endstream endobj 287 0 obj <>/Metadata 34 0 R/Outlines 76 0 R/Pages 284 0 R/StructTreeRoot 84 0 R/Type/Catalog>> endobj 288 0 obj <>/ExtGState<>/Font<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageC/ImageI]/XObject<>>>/Rotate 0/StructParents 0/Tabs/S/Type/Page>> endobj 289 0 obj <>stream Hb``Pd``Sg`e` @16~0 E=2 A'5] m The NFPA standards 13 and/or 13D must be considered when designing Save firefighter lives. 2. 609.9 Disinfection of Potable Water System. BlazeMaster is listed by UL and UL-C for NFPA 13 light hazard occupancies, as well as residential occupancies in NFPA 13R and 13D. (6) To become a licensed fire protection sprinkler system contractor under this chapter, a person or firm must comply with the following: (a) Must be or have in his or her full-time employ a holder of a valid certificate of competency; (b) Comply with the minimum insurance requirements of this chapter; and. STATE BUILDING CODE ADOPTION AND AMENDMENT OF THE 2021 EDITION OF THE INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE. Residents Businesses A. WebSince the 2009 edition of the International Residential Code (IRC), the model code has included a requirement for all new one- and two-family dwellings and townhouses to 2. Officials of any municipality, county, or the state are required to determine compliance with this chapter before awarding any contracts for the installation, repair, service, alteration, fabrication, addition, or inspection of a fire protection sprinkler system. Every building with a height of more than 25 metres should have diesel generators which can be used for controlling fire in the case of power failure. (1) Equal to the size of the valve outlet and shall discharge full size to the flood level of the area receiving the discharge and pointing down. The owner of a building that serves potable water to twenty-five or more people at least sixty or more days per year and that installs drinking water treatment units including, but not limited to, the treatment units in Section 611.1, may be regulated (as a Group A public water system) by the Washington state department of health under chapter 246-290 WAC. 23,000), a fast-growing, affluent community perched on the Columbia River near Vancouver, Washington, and Portland, Oregon. Pass an exam (See WAC 212-80-093 (1) (d)) Yes. RCW 18.160.030 and 2003 c 74 s 1 are each amended to 7 read as follows: 8 (1) This chapter shall be administered When a temporary certificate of competency expires, the holder shall cease all activities associated with the holding of a temporary certificate of competency, subject to the penalties contained in this chapter. The second approach took advantage of a strict fire code in Camas (pop. (7) Each license and certificate of competency issued under this chapter must be posted in a conspicuous place in the fire protection sprinkler system contractor's place of business. They did send a letter in opposition, but the ordinance requiring sprinklers in new one- and two-family homes passed easily. That means Miller will no longer have to swap waivers for sprinklers and the city can again begin collecting the fire impact fee. Section 17F.080.471 Fire Sprinkler System Remote Test Connection: 901.6.2 Fire Alarm Systems There shall be no examination exemption for an individual issued a temporary certificate of competency. 5iaIe?hq~ gh&A:G9at*b$%!Qz&w,.1JQ#u|m0t p)E3EG9$+0nR~]qg}pC$~(cD.9S:QF|0AqB6]*%166Acz (f) Adopt rules necessary to implement and administer a program which requires the affixation of a seal any time a fire protection sprinkler system is installed, which seal shall include the certificate number of any certificate of competency holder who installs, in whole or in part, the fire protection sprinkler system. (3) Every applicant for a certificate of competency shall make application to the state director of fire protection and pay the fees required. 0 %%EOF Weba residential sprinkler fitter certificate, which allows a person to work on residential (NFPA 13R and 13D) fire protection sprinkler systems; or a trainee-level sprinkler fitter certificate, which allows a person to work under the supervision of a person with a journey-level or residential sprinkler fitter certificate. 2015 International Fire Code Insert Pages 2nd Edition. (c) Enforce the provisions of this chapter; (d) Conduct investigations of complaints to determine if any infractions of this chapter or the regulations developed under this chapter have occurred; (e) Assign a certificate number to each certificate of competency holder; and. Size of city main in street and whether dead end or circulating; if dead end, direction and distance to nearestcirculating main; and city main test results and system elevation relative to test hydrant. endstream endobj startxref Includes Appendix N for pre-approved local adoption of the 2015 WUIC. Assistance shall include, but is not limited to, aiding in the identification of recalled components, information sharing strategies aimed at ensuring the consumer is made aware of recalls and voluntary replacement programs, and providing training and assistance to local fire authorities, the fire sprinkler industry, and the public. Fire safety requirements for existing buildings. 4. 286 0 obj <> endobj WebLivingston is believed to be the largest community in North America to make residential sprinklers a standard specific in all homes from his inception. An automatic residential fire sprinkler system shall be installed in one- and two-family dwellings. A newest featured showed the community why fire sprayer solutions are consequently vital. endobj (9) "Maintenance" means to maintain in the condition of repair that provides performance as originally planned. 310 0 obj <>/Filter/FlateDecode/ID[]/Index[286 54]/Info 285 0 R/Length 116/Prev 148294/Root 287 0 R/Size 340/Type/XRef/W[1 3 1]>>stream (2) Pressure vacuum breaker backflow prevention assembly (PVB). Reduced pressure detector fire protection backflow prevention assembly. WebThe provisions of this code do not apply to the construction, alteration, or repair of temporary worker housing except as provided by rule adopted under chapter 70.114A RCW or chapter 37, Laws of 1998 (2SSB 6168). Developers didnt like it (Its been an unpleasant job many times, Miller said), but if they wanted to build as many lots as possible, they agreed to it and, over the years, the number of sprinklered homes grew to about 2,000 of the 7,500 in the city. (4) "Fire protection sprinkler system contractor's license" means the license issued by the state director of fire protection to a fire protection sprinkler system contractor upon an application being approved, the fee being paid, and the satisfactory completion of the requirements of this chapter. Potable water supplies to fire protection systems that are not normally under pressure shall be protected from backflow and shall meet the requirements of the appropriate standard(s) referenced in Table 1401.1. n5BVp4.+X0Ue;r&_f, wD0L']ERrte?0^= z,. `SL[40P (1) This chapter shall be administered by the state director of fire protection. Webresidential fire protection sprinkler fitter certificate according to certain ratios. Web901.6.1 Automatic Sprinkler Systems Automatic sprinkler systems shall be monitored by an approved supervising station. 5jI^yG^t:Q#|DlQ.|q2%E1L/vQPta!`:OmOxtk7l=.8XC4acPi7-!P*[N6cBAMVE9Y1f!q[ 9 Licensing And Other Requirements (3) The state director of fire protection shall immediately suspend any license or certificate issued under this chapter if the holder has been certified pursuant to RCW, (4) Any licensee or certificate of competency holder who is aggrieved by an order of the state director of fire protection suspending or revoking a license may, within thirty days after notice of such suspension or revocation, appeal under chapter, (1) Before granting a license under this chapter, the director of fire protection shall require that the applicant file with the state director of fire protection a surety bond issued by a surety insurer who meets the requirements of chapter. The council of builders probably had no idea the percentage we were getting, Miller said. Employee training and response procedures. Only the state director of fire protection or the director's designee may authorize expenditures from the fund. WebCOMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT Code Administration Division 129 North Second Street, 2nd Floor Yakima, Washington 98901 (509) 575-6126 Fax (509) 576 Then, 2016 International Residential Fire Sprinkler Coalition, States Adopting IRC Fire Sprinkler Requirements, Resolution Supporting Residential Fire Sprinklers, Fresno Sprinkler Public Service Announcement, Homeowners Guide to Residential Sprinklers, Rebuilt North Dakota Rural Fire Station Now Protected with Fire Sprinklers, Fire Safety Advocates Ready to Amplify Life Safety Messages for 6th Annual Home, Home Security Video Reveals How Fast a House Fire Can Become Deadly and Why Home, Two Major Home Fire Sprinkler Advances in Colorado, New year brings renewed energy to help educate communities about the benefits of, Fire Sprinklers: A Life-Saving Solution Remote Workers Can Feel Right at Home Wi, Home Fire Sprinklers Overcome Many Challenges, Improving Communities for Life, Live Fire and Sprinkler Demonstrations at the Big E Helped Underscore the Life-S, Fire Prevention Week Is the Perfect Time to Introduce, or Increase, Home Fire Sp, Home Fire Sprinklers, Working Smoke Alarms, and Family Escape Plan Prove Vital i. (3) Following the allowed standing time, the system. If property owners are preparing to submit building plans for a residential building permit, you need to determine if there is a need to install an automatic fire sprinkler system. It was a very emotional moment for me, Miller said. A certificate of competency holder can satisfy this examination requirement by presenting a copy of a current certificate of competency from the national institute for certification in engineering technologies showing that the applicant has achieved the classification of engineering technician level 3 or senior engineering technician level 4 in the field of fire protection, automatic sprinkler system layout. % (7) Claims against the bond shall be satisfied from the bond in the following order: (a) Claims by a purchaser of a fire protection sprinkler system for the breach of a contract for the licensee to install, inspect, maintain, or service a fire protection sprinkler system; (b) Any court costs, interest, and attorneys' fees the plaintiff may be entitled to recover by contract, statute, or court rule. WebAll submittals shall be sent to: Washington State Patrol. %PDF-1.6 % An automatic residential fire sprinkler system shall be installed in one- and two-family dwellings. (1) To become a certificate of competency holder under this chapter, an applicant must have satisfactorily passed an examination administered by the state director of fire protection. In the event of a dispute regarding the apportionment of the bond proceeds among claimants, the surety may bring an action for interpleader against all claimants upon the bond. It is important to have the system engineered hydraulically. You will need to provide 3 pieces of information: 1. hbbd```b``A$iiDpEli VLlK0"f&S`YCHdV3L@mLk*5S P (9) A certificate of competency or license issued under this chapter is not transferable. This section may not be construed to create any criminal liability for a prime contractor or an owner of an occupancy unless it is proved that the prime contractor or owner had actual knowledge of an illegal construction, installation, or maintenance of a fire protection sprinkler system by a fire protection sprinkler system contractor. (1) A municipality or county may not enact an order, ordinance, rule, or regulation requiring a fire protection sprinkler system contractor to obtain a fire sprinkler contractor license from the municipality or county. (1) The state director of fire protection may refuse to issue or renew or may suspend or revoke the privilege of a licensed fire protection sprinkler system contractor or the certificate of a certificate of competency holder to engage in the fire protection sprinkler system business or in lieu thereof, establish penalties as prescribed by Washington state law, for any of the following reasons: (a) Gross incompetency or gross negligence in the preparation of technical drawings, installation, repair, alteration, maintenance, inspection, service, or addition to fire protection sprinkler systems; (c) Fraudulent or dishonest practices while engaging in the fire protection sprinkler system business; (d) Use of false evidence or misrepresentation in an application for a license or certificate of competency; (e) Permitting his or her license to be used in connection with the preparation of any technical drawings which have not been prepared by him or her personally or under his or her immediate supervision, or in violation of this chapter; or.
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