OAR 918-311-0090: Temporary rule language in effect until 12/27/2026. Off-Site Electrical Public Works

(1) This rule implements the provisions of HB 2688 (2025), and is only intended to determine what electrical systems and components of electrical systems are subject to the definition of public works in ORS 279C.800. This rule does not change or modify any requirements, including licensing, under ORS 479.510 to 479.945 and rules adopted by the Electrical and Elevator Board or the Building Codes Division. (2) The Electrical and Elevator Board has determined that, for the purposes of applying ORS 279C.800(6)(a)(G)(iv)(III), electrical systems and components of electrical systems includes any system that: (a) Is fabricated, assembled, pre-constructed, or constructed off-site for a project and that complies with the requirements in ORS 279C.800(6)(a)(G)(i)-(iv) and rules adopted by the Oregon Bureau of Labor and Industries; and (b) Conforms with the requirements of ORS 479.510 to 479.945, and rules adopted by the Electrical and Elevator Board or the Building Codes Division; and (A) Applies to uncertified off-site prefabricated electrical products allowed under ORS 479.540(11)(a)(D); or (B) Is a certified electrical product that is modified off-site. (3) Electrical products certified under ORS 479.760 are not subject to the definition of public works under ORS279C.800(6)(a)(G)(iv)(III).