N.H. Admin. Code § Saf-C 8004.01

Current through Register No. 50, December 12, 2024
Section Saf-C 8004.01 - Piping Installer
(a) A piping installer specialty license shall be provided to individuals who install propane and natural gas piping from the point of delivery to gas appliance(s) or other gas utilization equipment.
(b) To qualify for a gas piping installer license, an individual who is not in the armed forces pursuant to (c) below, shall demonstrate the following:
(1) A minimum of 48 hours of educational training which covers the following subject matter:
a. Basic gas theory involving a thorough understanding of the physical properties and characteristics of propane and natural gas;
b. Piping installation involving review of gas pipe sizing, gas pipe material selection, proper installation, pressure and leak testing of gas distribution piping and appliances; and
c. NFPA 54, National Fuel Gas Code, as it relates to a. and b. above; and
(2) A minimum of 1,000 working hours of on-the-job experience in the trade relevant to the installation of gas piping within 60 consecutive months.
(c) An individual who is in the armed services, as defined in RSA 21:50, II, shall provide proof of direct relevant training and experience acquired in the armed services that demonstrates that the individual has completed both the educational and field experience requirements set forth in (b) above.
(d) Notwithstanding any rule to the contrary, a NH licensed plumber who demonstrates that he or she is licensed in good standing, shall be qualified for a gas piping installer license once he or she demonstrates successful completion of (b)(1) above.

N.H. Admin. Code § Saf-C 8004.01

#8954, eff 7-21-07; amd by #9542, eff 9-10-09