OAR 918-098-1530
Training Programs

(1)

Approved applicants must complete an appropriate division-approved training program and pass a division-approved examination for the desired specialized certification. Training program requirements are stated in OAR 918-098-1560 for the Specialized Solar Photo-Voltaic Inspector Certification, in 918-098-1570 (Specialized Plumbing Inspector Certification) for the Specialized Plumbing Inspector Certification, and in 918-098-1580 (Specialized Electrical Inspector Certification) for the Specialized Electrical Inspector Certification, and in 918-098-1590 (Specialized Finals Inspector Certification) and 918-098-1591 (Specialized Finals Inspector Certification Scope of Authority) for the Specialized Finals Inspector Certification.

(2)

Approved fieldwork supervisors must be qualified by training, licensure, and experience to perform the specialized inspector certification fieldwork inspections being performed.

(3)

Fieldwork Training. A specialized inspector certification applicant is eligible to perform the required fieldwork training after the applicant has begun the division training program.

(4)

Fieldwork Supervision. All specialized certification fieldwork training must be supervised and verified by an inspector with a valid Oregon Inspector Certification required to conduct the inspections being performed.

(a)

An applicant’s fieldwork training must be documented on a division-approved form and signed by the inspector who supervised the inspections.

(b)

An inspector supervising and verifying an applicant’s fieldwork training may not be qualified to conduct the inspections performed based solely on a specialized inspector certification issued according to these rules.

(5)

Alternate Evaluation. The division may evaluate the skill and knowledge level of an specialized inspector applicant in lieu of some or all of the fieldwork requirements.

(6)

Fieldwork Training Approval. A specialized inspector certification applicant must submit proof of completed fieldwork training, or alternate evaluation and approval by the division, to the division for verification and approval, and issuance of specialized inspector certification.

(7)

Examination Approval. A specialized inspector certification applicant is eligible to take a certification examination once the application has been approved by the division. A certification will not be issued until the division receives proof that the applicant has successfully completed the required training program and passed the exam.

Source: Rule 918-098-1530 — Training Programs, https://secure.­sos.­state.­or.­us/oard/view.­action?ruleNumber=918-098-1530.

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

Rule 918-098-1530’s source at or​.us