OAR 918-098-1315
Manufactured Structure Construction Inspector Certification

Unless stated otherwise within this rule, this rule is applied retroactively from July 1, 2010.

(1)

Scope of Activities and Authority. A manufactured structure construction inspector conducts field, dealer lot, consumer assistance, alteration, visual and manufacturing plant inspections, reviews plans, and provides technical services for manufactured dwelling manufacturers, dealers, and owners.

(2)

Procedure for Qualification. An applicant for this certification must meet the general qualifications in section (3) of this rule, make application, pay the required fees, and pass a division-approved examination.

(3)

Experience, Education, and Training Requirements. An applicant for certification as a manufactured structure construction inspector must have at least one of the following:

(a)

2 years of experience as a supervisor in the building construction industry;

(b)

2 years of experience in design work related to building construction;

(c)

2 years of experience as a certified building inspector or plans examiner;

(d)

2 years of experience as a quality control inspector in a manufactured structures plant;

(e)

An associate degree or equal from a division-approved education program in a construction-related field; or

(f)

Any combination of the experience and education listed in subsections (a) through (e) of this section equaling at least two years; or

(g)

A one year certificate of completion in building inspection technology from a division-approved education program and completion of 800 hours working under the supervision of a person with a minimum of three years experience as a certified manufactured structure construction inspector or a person approved by the board.

(4)

Inspector Examination. An applicant for certification as a manufactured structure construction inspector must pass a division-approved examination covering:

(a)

Oregon Manufactured Dwelling Installation Specialty Code;

(b)

National Electrical Code (NEC) NFPA 70 (2008 Edition);

(c)

Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standards Act;

(d)

Public Law 93-383, Title VI;

(e)

ORS 446.003 (Definitions for ORS 446.003 to 446.200 and 446.225 to 446.285 and ORS chapters 195, 196, 197, 215 and 227) and 446.155 (Sanitation and safety requirements) to 446.253 (Authority of director); and

(f)

OAR chapter 918, division 500.

(5)

A Manufactured Structure Construction Inspector must also possess an Oregon Inspector Certification issued under OAR 918-098-1025 (Certification Requirements) prior to performing inspections.
[Publications: Publications referenced are available from the agency.]

Source: Rule 918-098-1315 — Manufactured Structure Construction Inspector Certification, https://secure.­sos.­state.­or.­us/oard/view.­action?ruleNumber=918-098-1315.

918‑098‑1000
Purpose and Scope 918‑098‑1005
Definitions 918‑098‑1010
Certification Exemptions 918‑098‑1012
Scope of Work Allowed for Persons with an Oregon Inspector Certification and a Nationally Recognized Certification 918‑098‑1015
Scope of Work Allowed for Persons with an Oregon Inspector Certification and Oregon Code Certifications 918‑098‑1020
Expanded Scope of Work for Oregon A- or B-Level or Commercial Mechanical Inspectors 918‑098‑1025
Certification Requirements 918‑098‑1028
Oregon Inspector Certification Renewal Process 918‑098‑1100
2016 Certification Transition 918‑098‑1210
Residential Plumbing Inspectors 918‑098‑1215
Residential Electrical Inspectors 918‑098‑1300
Certifications Related to Manufactured Structures and Parks 918‑098‑1305
Manufactured Structure Installation Inspector Certification 918‑098‑1315
Manufactured Structure Construction Inspector Certification 918‑098‑1320
Park and Camp Inspector Certification 918‑098‑1325
Requirements for Alteration Inspection and Plan Review of Manufactured Dwellings 918‑098‑1330
Manufactured Structure Accessory Structure or Accessory Building Inspection 918‑098‑1410
Cross-Training Programs for Residential Certifications 918‑098‑1420
Education Program Requirements 918‑098‑1430
Timeline for Education Program Approval 918‑098‑1440
Approval of Inspector Continuing Education and Educational Programs 918‑098‑1450
Continuing Education Requirements 918‑098‑1455
High Priority Training 918‑098‑1460
Waiver of Continuing Education Requirements Due to Hardship or Illness 918‑098‑1470
Duties and Responsibilities of Certified Building Officials, Inspectors, and Plans Examiners 918‑098‑1475
Conflict of Interest for Building Officials, Inspectors, and Plans Examiners 918‑098‑1480
Additional Responsibilities for Building Officials 918‑098‑1500
Building Official and Inspector Sanctions Process 918‑098‑1505
Oregon Inspector Certification Sanctions 918‑098‑1510
Purpose and Scope 918‑098‑1520
Specialized Inspector Qualifications 918‑098‑1525
ORS 455.732 Inspector Certifications 918‑098‑1530
Training Programs 918‑098‑1540
Specialized Inspector Examination 918‑098‑1550
Specialized Inspector Certification Issuance and Expiration 918‑098‑1570
Specialized Plumbing Inspector Certification 918‑098‑1580
Specialized Electrical Inspector Certification 918‑098‑1590
Specialized Finals Inspector Certification 918‑098‑1591
Specialized Finals Inspector Certification Scope of Authority 918‑098‑1900
Corrective Notices — Cite-it Write-it Requirement 918‑098‑4002
Flexibility after COVID-19 and the 2020 Wildfires, and in Anticipation of Future Emergencies
Last Updated

Jun. 8, 2021

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