Cal. Code Regs. tit. 21 § 44
The architect or structural engineer in general responsible charge is responsible for the designs prepared by the mechanical and electrical engineers, except that where plans, specifications, and estimates for alterations or repairs do not involve architectural or structural changes said plans, specifications, and estimates may be prepared and work of construction may be observed by a professional engineer in general responsible charge who is duly qualified to perform such services and who holds a valid certificate under Chapter 7 of Division 3 of the Business and Professions Code for performance of services in that branch of engineering in which said plans, specifications, and estimates and work of construction are applicable.
The mechanical or electrical engineer shall fulfill the duties outlined in Section 41 when assuming general responsible charge and shall submit verified reports as required in Section 36. When accepting delegated responsibility he or she shall comply with the requirements of Sections 36 and 41 insofar as these may relate to the work delegated to him or her.
Cal. Code Regs. Tit. 21, § 44
Note: Authority cited: Sections 39152 and 81142, Education Code. Reference: Sections 39143, 39148, 39151, 81133, 81138 and 81141, Education Code.