Section 260-RICR-30-15-2.14 - Refrigeration Journeyperson Class I- Unlimited LicenseA. Cannot be self-employed B. Minimum of 10000 hours of on the job training with a minimum of 144 hours of trade related schooling per year, shall be a properly registered apprentice in a Rhode Island approved apprenticeship program. The apprentice shall successfully complete the program and a copy of the certificate of completion shall accompany the application. Two (2) years of schooling in an accredited institution recognized by the Rhode Island Department of Labor may be deducted from the apprentice program.C. An out of State Refrigeration Journeyperson Class I license will allow the applicant to be tested for the Refrigeration Journeyperson Class I Rhode Island license. A copy of the license shall be attached to the application. In the event a State does not have a Refrigeration Journeyperson Class I available, a notarized resume showing five (5) years' experience, as a Refrigeration Journeyperson shall accompany the application.D. Shall have knowledge of a Refrigeration Journeyperson Class II.E. Unlimited as to restriction on work.F. Shall have proficiency in line sizing, soldering, evacuation, charging and testing of systems utilizing any size liquid or suction line.G. Shall be able to diagnose electrical and mechanical problems, and be able to read blueprints and do wiring related to systems and controls. Shall be familiar with pipe hangers and supports.H. Shall have knowledge of OSHA under 29 U.S.C. § 651et seq., and the International Code Council State Building Code (Mechanical Code) SBC- 4 (510-RICR- 00-00-4 ).260 R.I. Code R. 260-RICR-30-15-2.14
Amended effective 11/27/2018