Section Saf-Mec 403.01 - Renewal Application Process for Individuals Seeking Plumbing and Fuel Gas Fitting Licenses and Trainee or Apprentice Licenses(a) Each individual seeking a renewal license to practice as a domestic appliance technician, a fuel gas fitter, a master, or journeyman plumber, or seeking to renew as a fuel gas trainee or plumbing apprentice, shall do so by submitting the following: (1) The information described in Mec 403.02(d);(2) If a plumbing apprentice or fuel gas fitting trainee, proof of continued enrollment in the educational program;(3) If a holder of any other type of mechanical license issued pursuant to RSA 153:27-38, proof of continuing education supporting materials required for each licensing endorsement applied for; and(4) The license fee required by Plc 1002.25 which is applicable to the type of license sought.(b) The application for renewal shall be processed in accordance with Plc 308.09 through Plc 308.12.(c) The board shall deny a renewal application based on the following criteria: (1) The practice of fraud or deceit in procuring or attempting to procure a license to practice under RSA 153:27-38 and these rules;(2) Subject to paragraph (d) below, conviction of any criminal offense involving injury to a victim or the risk of such injury or any criminal offense involving dishonesty;(3) Any unprofessional conduct, or dishonorable conduct unworthy of, and affecting the practice of, the profession, or such conduct that poses risk to public health, safety, or welfare to individuals affected by the practices or actions of the licensee;(4) Unfitness or incompetence by reason of negligent habits or other causes; or negligent or willful acts performed in a manner inconsistent with the health or safety of persons under the care of the licensee;(5) Addiction to the use of alcohol or other habit-forming drugs to a degree which renders the licensee unfit to practice under RSA 153:27-38 and these rules;(6) Mental or physical incompetence to practice under RSA 153:27-38 and these rules;(7) Willful or repeated violation of the provisions of RSA 153:27-38 and these rules; or(8) Suspension or revocation of a license, similar to one issued under this subdivision, in another jurisdiction and not reinstated.(d) For any convictions as described in paragraph (c)(2) above, the board shall consider the following:(1) The nature of the criminal act committed;(2) Whether or not there was a direct relationship between the criminal act and the profession for which the applicant is seeking licensure;(3) The length of time between the conviction or release and application dates;(4) Any rehabilitation, training, or educational courses taken as a condition of release, probation, or parole;(5) Any conditions, certificates, or letters of completion regarding sentencing, release, probation, or parole; and(6) Direct testimony from the applicant, the applicant's sponsor, or employer.N.H. Admin. Code § Saf-Mec 403.01
Derived From Volume XXXV Number 27, Filed July 9, 2015, Proposed by #10848, Effective 7/1/2015, Expires 7/1/2025.Amended by Number 45, Filed November 9, 2023, Proposed by #13771, Effective 12/10/2023, Expires 12/10/2033 (formerly Saf-Mec 403.01) (see Revision Note at chapter heading for Mec 400).