OAR 837-039-0011: Certification and Training Requirements for Plan Review

(1) These rules establish standards for certification of fire officials who review plans for input to a building official for new construction, alterations, and specifications from a Fire Code approved by the State Fire Marshal. (2) All fire officials who review plans for new construction, alterations, and specifications must obtain an ICC Fire Inspector II and ICC Fire Plans Examiner certification or equivalent certification approved by the State Fire Marshal. (3) Fire Officials who review plans only for fire department access and fire protection water supplies shall complete the Access and Water Supply course provided by the Department of the State Fire Marshal. (4) All Fire Chiefs and Assistants to the State Fire Marshal meeting the definition under ORS 476.060 shall complete the Authorities and Responsibilities course provided by the Department of the State Fire Marshal. (5) The Authority Having Jurisdiction must maintain appropriate documentation of the required certifications outlined in OAR 837-039-0011(2). [Publications: Publications referenced are available from the agency.]