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What does PA Act 230 of 1972 refer to?
Stille-Derossette-Hale Single State Construction Code Act
What is PA 407 of 2016 known as?
Skilled Trades Regulation Act (STRA)
What does PA 135 of 1986 regulate?
Asbestos Abatement Contractors Licensing Act
What is the focus of PA 497 of 1980?
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What does PA 154 of 1974 address?
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The Skilled Trades Regulation Act took effect ______ and was signed by ______.
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A business has 90 days to replace the Contractor of Record if the contractor of record __________.
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What is issued to a contractor found doing work in a category they are not licensed in?
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A contractor who does work in a governmental subdivision shall register their license with that subdivision and the fee shall not exceed $___
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What information must the permit application form provide?
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When sealed plans are required for a building, how many sets need to be submitted with each application for permits?
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When a permit is issued, how many days is it valid before it expires?
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A permit shall not be extended more than ___ times.
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Every governmental subdivision enforcing the code shall have an appeal board and must consist of not less than _____ or more than _____ members.
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What information is not required on a mechanical permit application?
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What article of the STRA, PA 407 of 2016 specifically pertains to mechanical contractors?
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What license classification is required to install a walk-in freezer?
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The Skilled Trades Regulation Act (STRA) board shall consist of ____ voting members.
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Who has the final say on an unclear or 'grey' code issue during an inspection?
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A valve designed to activate when the fuel gas passing through it exceeds a prescribed flow rate is __________.
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An appliance that operates with a non-positive vent static pressure and with a vent gas temperature that is capable of causing excessive condensation production in the vent is a category _______ appliance.
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Gas appliances shall not be located in a _______ unless it meets one of the approved exceptions.
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Indoor combustion air for gas appliances using the standard method is sized based on _____ cubic feet per 1000 Btu/hr of the appliance input rating.
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When using two permanent openings to provide combustion air for gas appliances and communicating directly with the outdoors, each opening shall have a minimum free area of 1 sq. inch for every ______ BTUs total input rating of all equipment in the enclosure.
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Study Notes
Legislative Acts
- PA Act 230 of 1972: Known as the Stille-Derossette-Hale Single State Construction Code Act, it standardizes construction codes in Michigan.
- PA 407 of 2016: Enacts the Skilled Trades Regulation Act (STRA), enhancing regulation and oversight of skilled trades.
- PA 135 of 1986: Establishes the Asbestos Abatement Contractors Licensing Act, focusing on the licensing of asbestos removal professionals.
- PA 497 of 1980: Known as the Construction Lien Act, it provides a framework for lien claims in construction.
- PA 154 of 1974: Enforces the MIOSHA Act, ensuring workplace health and safety.
Key Dates and Procedures
- April 4, 2017: The Skilled Trades Regulation Act took effect, signed by the Governor, streamlining trade regulations.
- 90 days: A business has this time frame to replace the Contractor of Record if they die, leave, or sell the business.
Licensing and Registration
- Contractors working in governmental subdivisions must register their licenses with fees capped at $15.
- Permit applications must include essential details such as the owner's name and address, the license number, expiration date, and the worker’s compensation carrier.
Permit Requirements
- 2 sets of sealed plans are required for building permit applications.
- Permits are valid for 180 days before expiration.
- A permit can only be extended a maximum of 1 time.
- Appeal boards enforcing the code must consist of 3 to 7 members.
Mechanical Permits and Equipment Standards
- Non-essential information, such as installation dates, is excluded from mechanical permit applications.
- Article 8 of the STRA specifically pertains to mechanical contractors, establishing relevant regulations.
- The installation of walk-in freezers requires a 4 license classification.
STRA Board and Authority
- The STRA board will have 9 voting members, ensuring decisions are well-represented.
- The authority having jurisdiction is responsible for final decisions on ambiguous code issues during inspections.
Equipment Specifications
- An excess flow valve activates when fuel gas flow exceeds a designated rate, ensuring safety.
- A category 2 appliance operates under non-positive vent static pressure with the potential for high condensation in vents.
- Gas appliances must not be placed in a bathroom unless they meet specific exceptions.
- Indoor combustion air for gas appliances is sized using a measurement of 50 cubic feet per 1000 Btu/hr.
- When utilizing two permanent outdoor openings for combustion air, each must have a minimum area of 1 square inch per 4000 Btu/hr input rating of all equipment in an enclosure.
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