Arkansas Administrative Code Agency 112 - Fire Extinguisher Serviceman and Installer Advisory Board
The Fire Extinguisher Serviceman and Installer Advisory Board is part of the Arkansas Fire Protection Licensing Board, which operates under the Arkansas Department of Labor and Licensing. This board was established by Act 743 of the 1977 Arkansas General Assembly to regulate the servicing and installation of portable fire extinguishers and fixed fire protection systems. (labor.arkansas.gov, regulations.vlex.com)
🏛️ Board Structure and Authority
The Arkansas Fire Protection Licensing Board, which encompasses the Fire Extinguisher Serviceman and Installer Advisory Board, is composed of eleven members appointed by the Governor for five-year terms. The members include representatives from various sectors such as industrial safety, fire chiefs, fire insurance, large industrial users of fire suppression equipment, restaurant associations, and professionals active in the installation and servicing of portable fire extinguishers, fixed fire protection systems, and fire protection sprinkler systems. (law.justia.com)
The board's primary mission is to ensure the safety and welfare of the public by regulating the servicing and installation of fire extinguishing systems. This includes issuing licenses and certificates of registration to qualified individuals and firms, setting standards for installation and maintenance, and enforcing compliance with state laws and regulations.
📘 Key Regulations
Licensing Requirements: Individuals and firms must obtain a Certificate of Registration from the board to engage in the business of installing, repairing, or servicing portable fire extinguishers or fixed fire extinguisher systems. Applicants must provide proof of financial responsibility and agree to inspections by the board. (regulations.vlex.com)
Service Standards: All servicing of portable fire extinguishers and fixed fire protection systems must adhere to the standards and procedures prescribed by the board. This includes affixing service tags that indicate the name of the servicing individual or firm and the date of service. (law.justia.com)
Prohibited Practices: The sale or installation of fire extinguishers that do not carry a label of approval from a nationally recognized testing laboratory approved by the board is prohibited. Additionally, the sale of soda acid or foam acid type fire extinguishers is not allowed in the state. (law.justia.com)
📝 Additional Resources
For more detailed information, including licensing applications, examination schedules, and a roster of licensed professionals, you can visit the official website of the Arkansas Fire Protection Licensing Board: (labor.arkansas.gov)
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