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Question 1Oregon Electrical Specialty Contractor and Licensing Law

Under Oregon law, which state agency administers the licensing program for electrical specialty contractors and issues their licenses?

  1. The Oregon Public Utility Commission
  2. The Construction Contractors Board
  3. The Building Codes Division of the Department of Consumer and Business Services Correct answer.
  4. The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality

Explanation

Oregon's electrical licensing program, including electrical specialty contractor licenses, is administered by the Building Codes Division within the Department of Consumer and Business Services. The division adopts electrical rules and issues licenses through its electrical program.

Question 2Oregon Electrical Specialty Contractor and Licensing Law

An electrical specialty contractor license in Oregon is issued to which of the following?

  1. The individual journey-level electrician who performs the work
  2. The business entity that holds the license and offers electrical work to the public Correct answer.
  3. The supervising electrician alone, who may hold only one such license statewide
  4. The property owner who contracts for the installation

Explanation

An electrical specialty contractor license is a business license issued to the entity that contracts to perform electrical work, such as a sole proprietorship, partnership, or corporation. The license is separate from the individual electrician's or supervising electrician's personal license.

Question 3Oregon Electrical Specialty Contractor and Licensing Law

Which individual credential must an electrical specialty contractor have associated with its business in order to lawfully offer electrical work in Oregon?

  1. A certified building official
  2. A licensed supervising electrician Correct answer.
  3. A licensed architect
  4. A registered professional engineer on staff

Explanation

Oregon requires that an electrical contractor business have a licensed supervising electrician who is responsible for the electrical work performed under the contractor license. The supervising electrician provides the trade qualification behind the business license.

Question 4Oregon Electrical Specialty Contractor and Licensing Law

A sole proprietor holds an electrical specialty contractor license and is also the licensed supervising electrician for the business. Which statement best describes the Oregon requirement for that arrangement?

  1. The owner must surrender the contractor license and work only as a journeyman
  2. The owner must still hire a separate supervising electrician who is not an owner
  3. The owner may serve as the supervising electrician for the business, provided the required license is held and properly associated Correct answer.
  4. The owner must obtain a general contractor license from the Construction Contractors Board in addition

Explanation

Oregon allows a qualified individual to serve as the supervising electrician for a contracting business, including a sole proprietorship where the owner holds the appropriate electrician license. The key requirement is that the license be valid and properly associated with the business.

Question 5Oregon Electrical Specialty Contractor and Licensing Law

What is the primary purpose of Oregon's electrical specialty contractor licensing requirement?

  1. To limit the number of electrical businesses operating in each county
  2. To guarantee a fixed profit margin for licensed contractors
  3. To fund the state's general fund through license fees
  4. To protect the public by ensuring electrical work is performed under responsible, qualified supervision Correct answer.

Explanation

Licensing exists to protect public health and safety by requiring that electrical work be performed under an appropriately licensed contractor with qualified supervision. Revenue and market limitation are not the stated purpose of the program.

Question 6Oregon Electrical Specialty Contractor and Licensing Law

An electrical specialty contractor's license is issued for a defined period. Which statement reflects the Oregon approach to license term and renewal?

  1. The license must be renewed on the cycle set by the Building Codes Division, with renewal tied to continuing requirements Correct answer.
  2. The license expires only if the contractor changes business address
  3. The license never expires once issued
  4. The license is renewed automatically without any action by the licensee

Explanation

Oregon electrical licenses are issued for a defined term and must be renewed through the Building Codes Division on the established cycle. Renewal is not automatic and depends on the licensee meeting the applicable requirements.

Question 7Oregon Electrical Specialty Contractor and Licensing Law

A licensed electrical specialty contractor wants to add a new qualifying supervising electrician because the current one is leaving. What is the correct Oregon approach?

  1. Notify and update the division so a properly licensed supervising electrician is associated with the business Correct answer.
  2. Transfer the contractor license to the departing supervising electrician
  3. Continue operating indefinitely without a supervising electrician until the next renewal
  4. Allow any journeyman on staff to sign off on permits without notifying the division

Explanation

The business must maintain a qualified supervising electrician and update the division when that individual changes. Operating without the required qualifier can jeopardize the contractor license.

Question 8Oregon Electrical Specialty Contractor and Licensing Law

Which of the following activities would generally require the business performing it to hold an Oregon electrical specialty contractor license?

  1. Installing low voltage wiring for a fire alarm system for compensation Correct answer.
  2. Designing a building's structural frame
  3. Selling electrical fixtures at a retail store
  4. Inspecting electrical installations on behalf of a city

Explanation

Offering to perform electrical work, including low voltage systems such as fire alarm wiring, for compensation requires the appropriate Oregon electrical contractor license. Selling products, municipal inspection, and structural design fall outside that licensing requirement.

Question 9Oregon Electrical Specialty Contractor and Licensing Law

A homeowner asks a licensed electrical specialty contractor to perform work in a different county from where the business is based. Under Oregon licensing rules, what is required?

  1. A city business license that replaces the state electrical license
  2. A new supervising electrician licensed in that county
  3. A separate contractor license for each county where work is performed
  4. No additional contractor license, because the state license authorizes work throughout Oregon Correct answer.

Explanation

Oregon issues electrical contractor licenses at the state level through the Building Codes Division, so a valid license authorizes work throughout the state. Local business licenses or permits may still apply, but they do not replace the state license.

Question 10Oregon Electrical Specialty Contractor and Licensing Law

Which statement about the relationship between an electrical specialty contractor license and a general or residential contractor license from the Construction Contractors Board is most accurate in Oregon?

  1. A CCB license automatically authorizes electrical work
  2. The two licenses are issued by the same agency and are interchangeable
  3. The electrical specialty contractor license is a substitute for all CCB requirements in every situation
  4. Electrical specialty contractor licensing is administered separately, and a business may face additional CCB obligations depending on the work it performs Correct answer.

Explanation

Electrical specialty contractor licensing is handled through the Building Codes Division, separate from the Construction Contractors Board. Depending on the nature of a business's work, additional CCB obligations may apply, so the licenses are not interchangeable.

Question 11Oregon Electrical Specialty Contractor and Licensing Law

What is the role of the supervising electrician with respect to electrical permits pulled by an electrical specialty contractor?

  1. Permits are unnecessary when a licensed contractor performs the work
  2. The supervising electrician has no involvement once the contractor license is issued
  3. Only the property owner may sign permit applications
  4. The supervising electrician is responsible for the electrical work performed under the contractor's license, including work covered by permits Correct answer.

Explanation

The supervising electrician is the trade qualifier responsible for electrical work done under the contractor license, including permitted work. Permits are still required where the code or jurisdiction requires them.

Question 12Oregon Electrical Specialty Contractor and Licensing Law

An unlicensed person advertises and performs electrical work for pay in Oregon. What is the most accurate description of the legal consequence?

  1. The work is lawful if the customer signs a waiver
  2. Only a warning can be issued because licensing is voluntary
  3. The person is subject to enforcement action because performing regulated electrical work without a license violates Oregon law Correct answer.
  4. The work is lawful as long as the materials meet code

Explanation

Performing electrical work for compensation without the required Oregon license violates the electrical licensing laws and exposes the person to enforcement action. Customer waivers and code-compliant materials do not cure the lack of a license.

Question 13Oregon Electrical Specialty Contractor and Licensing Law

Which of the following is the best example of conduct that could result in disciplinary action against an Oregon electrical specialty contractor license?

  1. Keeping accurate records of permits obtained
  2. Failing to maintain the required supervising electrician while continuing to contract for electrical work Correct answer.
  3. Renewing the license on time with all required information
  4. Performing work within the scope authorized by the license

Explanation

Continuing to contract for electrical work without the required supervising electrician undermines the qualification on which the license depends and can lead to discipline. The other listed actions are consistent with compliance.

Question 14Oregon Electrical Specialty Contractor and Licensing Law

Oregon law requires that electrical work be performed under the direction of properly licensed individuals. Which pairing correctly matches the credential to its function?

  1. Journeyman electrician license - authority to hold the electrical contractor business license
  2. Apprentice registration - authority to contract independently for electrical work
  3. Limited maintenance electrician license - authority to perform all residential electrical work
  4. Supervising electrician license - trade qualification supporting the contractor's authority to perform electrical work Correct answer.

Explanation

The supervising electrician license is the credential that qualifies the contractor business to perform electrical work. Journeyman and limited maintenance licenses have narrower roles, and apprentices work under supervision rather than contracting independently.

Question 15Oregon Electrical Specialty Contractor and Licensing Law

When a licensed electrical specialty contractor's supervising electrician is temporarily unavailable, which approach is most consistent with Oregon licensing requirements?

  1. Continue performing electrical work with no qualified supervision until business slows down
  2. Let unlicensed office staff sign electrical permits in the interim
  3. Arrange for a properly licensed supervising electrician to be associated with the business so work remains under required supervision Correct answer.
  4. Suspend all permit records until the supervising electrician returns

Explanation

The contractor must maintain the required qualified supervision for electrical work it performs. Arranging for another properly licensed supervising electrician keeps the business compliant during the transition.

Question 16Oregon Electrical Specialty Contractor and Licensing Law

Which statement accurately describes how Oregon treats the electrical specialty contractor license in relation to the individual electrician licenses held by employees?

  1. Employees must hold their own appropriate individual licenses, and the contractor license is a separate business credential Correct answer.
  2. Employees may work without individual licenses if the contractor is licensed
  3. The contractor license and employee licenses are the same credential issued twice
  4. The contractor license replaces the need for employees to hold individual licenses

Explanation

The contractor license is a business credential, while individual electricians must hold their own trade licenses appropriate to the work. Both levels of licensing operate together under Oregon's program.

Question 17Oregon Electrical Specialty Contractor and Licensing Law

A contractor licensed as an electrical specialty contractor is asked to perform work that falls outside the scope associated with its license classification. What is the appropriate response under Oregon rules?

  1. Have an unlicensed helper sign off on the out-of-scope portion
  2. Decline or obtain the appropriate license or arrangement for that scope before performing the work Correct answer.
  3. Perform the work and disclose it only at the next renewal
  4. Perform the work anyway because the contractor license covers all electrical work

Explanation

A contractor should perform only work authorized by its license classification and must obtain the appropriate authorization before taking on other scope. Performing out-of-scope work exposes the contractor to enforcement.

Question 18Oregon Electrical Specialty Contractor and Licensing Law

Which of the following best describes the continuing obligation of an Oregon electrical specialty contractor regarding changes to business information such as ownership or business name?

  1. The contractor should update the division with required changes so the license accurately reflects the business Correct answer.
  2. Changes are reported only when the license is revoked
  3. The contractor must apply for a completely new trade license for each employee
  4. No action is needed because the license follows the individuals, not the business

Explanation

Because the license is tied to the business entity, material changes such as ownership or name should be reported and updated with the division. Keeping license records current is part of maintaining a valid license.

Question 19Oregon Electrical Specialty Contractor and Licensing Law

Which entity is responsible for adopting the electrical code and administrative rules that electrical specialty contractors must follow in Oregon?

  1. The federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration
  2. The Building Codes Division Correct answer.
  3. The Oregon Legislature directly, with no delegation
  4. Each county's electrical advisory board

Explanation

The Building Codes Division adopts the electrical code and the administrative rules governing electrical licensing and work in Oregon. Counties and federal agencies do not set the statewide electrical licensing rules.

Question 20Oregon Electrical Specialty Contractor and Licensing Law

A licensed electrical specialty contractor discovers that a job was performed by an unlicensed subcontractor. What is the most appropriate compliance response?

  1. Report the issue only if the customer complains
  2. Address the unlicensed work and ensure future electrical work is performed by properly licensed individuals under the contractor's supervision Correct answer.
  3. Backdate the subcontractor's paperwork to appear licensed
  4. Ignore the issue because the primary contractor holds a valid license

Explanation

A licensed contractor is expected to ensure that electrical work under its authority is performed by properly licensed individuals. Failing to correct unlicensed work can expose the contractor to discipline, and backdating records would compound the violation.

Question 21Oregon Electrical Specialty Contractor and Licensing Law

What distinguishes an electrical specialty contractor from a general electrical contractor in Oregon licensing terminology?

  1. Specialty contractors are not required to hold any state license
  2. General electrical contractors are licensed only by cities
  3. Specialty contractors are limited to low voltage and similar defined scope work, while general electrical contractors may perform the broader range of electrical work authorized by their license Correct answer.
  4. Specialty contractors may only work on state-owned buildings

Explanation

Oregon's licensing structure distinguishes contractor classifications by the scope of electrical work they are authorized to perform, with specialty classifications covering defined, narrower scopes such as low voltage systems. The classification defines what work the business may contract to perform.

Question 22Oregon Electrical Specialty Contractor and Licensing Law

Which of the following records would a licensed electrical specialty contractor most reasonably be expected to maintain in connection with its licensed electrical work?

  1. No records, because licensing does not involve documentation
  2. Records of unrelated plumbing subcontracts
  3. Records of permits obtained and work performed under the license Correct answer.
  4. Only the personal tax returns of the owner

Explanation

Maintaining records of permits and work performed supports compliance with the electrical licensing program and demonstrates that work was done under proper authorization. Licensing involves documentation obligations, so claiming otherwise is incorrect.

Question 23Oregon Electrical Specialty Contractor and Licensing Law

A person holds a valid Oregon electrician license but no electrical specialty contractor license, and wants to contract directly with the public for electrical installations. What must the person do?

  1. Obtain an electrical specialty contractor license for the business through the Building Codes Division Correct answer.
  2. Obtain only a city business license
  3. Register with the Public Utility Commission
  4. Begin contracting immediately because the electrician license is sufficient

Explanation

Holding an individual electrician license does not authorize a person to contract with the public for electrical work. The business must obtain an electrical specialty contractor license through the Building Codes Division.

Question 24Oregon Electrical Specialty Contractor and Licensing Law

Which statement best explains why Oregon separates the electrical specialty contractor license from the individual supervising electrician license?

  1. To create two separate revenue streams with no safety purpose
  2. To prevent electricians from ever owning businesses
  3. To ensure both the business entity and the responsible individual are accountable for electrical work Correct answer.
  4. To allow unlicensed individuals to supervise work

Explanation

Separating the business license from the individual trade license ensures accountability at both levels: the business is authorized to contract, and a qualified individual is responsible for the electrical work. This structure supports public safety rather than revenue or exclusion.

Question 25Oregon Electrical Specialty Contractor and Licensing Law

An electrical specialty contractor is cited for a code violation on a permitted job. Which statement best reflects the contractor's responsibility under Oregon's licensing framework?

  1. The licensed contractor and its supervising electrician share responsibility for ensuring the work complies with the electrical code Correct answer.
  2. Responsibility rests solely with the inspecting jurisdiction
  3. The contractor bears no responsibility once the permit is issued
  4. Responsibility rests solely with the journeyman who physically performed the work

Explanation

The licensed contractor and its supervising electrician are responsible for ensuring that electrical work performed under the license complies with the adopted electrical code. Permit issuance does not shift that responsibility to the inspector or to an individual employee alone.

Question 26Oregon Electrical Specialty Contractor and Licensing Law

Under Oregon electrical licensing rules, which individual is authorized to supervise the electrical work performed under an electrical specialty contractor's license?

  1. Any journeyman electrician employed by the contractor for at least five years
  2. Any person who passes a written trade exam administered by the contractor
  3. A licensed supervising electrician who holds the appropriate electrician license and is identified with the contractor Correct answer.
  4. The contractor's office manager, provided the manager registers with the state

Explanation

Oregon ties each electrical specialty contractor to a qualifying supervising electrician who holds the proper electrician license and is on record with the state. Supervision of electrical work must come from that licensed individual, not from unlicensed staff or general seniority. The supervising electrician is the person the state looks to for code compliance on permitted work.

Question 27Oregon Electrical Specialty Contractor and Licensing Law

An electrical specialty contractor's license lapses because the renewal fee was not paid, yet the business keeps taking electrical jobs. Which statement best describes the legal position of the business during that period?

  1. It is operating without a valid electrical specialty contractor license and is exposed to enforcement action Correct answer.
  2. It is treated as a licensed contractor because the lapse was only administrative
  3. It may keep working as long as it reapplies within the same calendar year
  4. It may work only on residential projects until the fee is paid

Explanation

A license is valid only while it remains in active status, so work performed after a lapse is unlicensed contracting even if the business later renews. Oregon enforcement can pursue civil penalties and other sanctions for contracting without a valid license. Administrative oversights such as a missed fee do not create a grace period for performing electrical work.

Question 28Oregon Electrical Specialty Contractor and Licensing Law

A consumer signs a contract with an electrical specialty contractor for a panel replacement. Which practice best supports the contractor's compliance obligations under Oregon contracting law?

  1. Relying on an oral estimate so the written terms can be adjusted as work proceeds
  2. Delegating all customer communications to the journeyman on site
  3. Providing a written contract and required consumer notices, then documenting change orders in writing Correct answer.
  4. Collecting the full contract price in cash before any materials are ordered

Explanation

Oregon contractor law expects written contracts and required consumer disclosures for regulated home improvement and electrical work, with changes documented rather than handled informally. Written change orders protect both parties and show the scope actually authorized. Oral estimates and undocumented adjustments undermine the contractor's ability to demonstrate compliance.

Question 29Oregon Electrical Specialty Contractor and Licensing Law

An electrical specialty contractor's supervising electrician resigns and no replacement has yet been placed on record. What is the contractor's most appropriate course of action while the position is vacant?

  1. Notify the state promptly and refrain from contracting for electrical work until a qualified supervising electrician is on record Correct answer.
  2. Continue bidding and performing electrical work until a replacement is hired
  3. Suspend only the permit applications while continuing unpermitted work
  4. Have the most senior journeyman sign permits in the interim

Explanation

The supervising electrician is what qualifies the contractor to hold the specialty license, so a vacancy must be reported and electrical contracting paused until a qualified replacement is recorded. Continuing to contract without that qualifying individual puts the license and the business at risk. Substituting an unqualified employee does not satisfy the requirement.

Question 30Oregon Electrical Specialty Contractor and Licensing Law

A county inspector finds that an electrical specialty contractor's crew energized a circuit before final inspection and that the crew lacked the required supervision on site. Analyzing the situation, which conclusion best reflects how Oregon allocates responsibility?

  1. Responsibility shifts to the property owner because the owner requested early energization
  2. The contractor and its supervising electrician share responsibility for supervision and code compliance, and both may face consequences Correct answer.
  3. Responsibility disappears if the circuit is later corrected and passes inspection
  4. Only the individual journeyman bears responsibility, because the contractor license covers the business entity alone

Explanation

Oregon places compliance duties on the licensed contractor and on the supervising electrician who qualifies it, so deficient supervision and premature energization can lead to discipline against both. The business cannot insulate itself by pointing only at the employee on site. Later correction may resolve the code issue but does not erase the violation.

Question 31Oregon Electrical Code and Administrative Rules (OAR 918-281 through 918-311)

Under Oregon's low voltage electrical program, what is the maximum voltage threshold that generally defines a low voltage system for licensing purposes?

  1. 24 volts
  2. 100 volts
  3. 600 volts
  4. 50 volts Correct answer.

Explanation

Oregon's low voltage electrical licensing rules define low voltage as systems operating at 50 volts or less. This threshold aligns with common national definitions and determines which work falls under the low voltage license rather than the general supervising electrician license. Work above this threshold generally requires a different license class.

Question 32Oregon Electrical Code and Administrative Rules (OAR 918-281 through 918-311)

Which Oregon administrative rule chapter contains the electrical and elevator regulations, including those for low voltage electrical work?

  1. OAR 437
  2. OAR 918 Correct answer.
  3. OAR 952
  4. OAR 812

Explanation

Oregon Administrative Rules chapter 918 governs the Building Codes Division, including the electrical and elevator regulations in divisions 281 through 311. These divisions cover licensing, permitting, inspections, and low voltage work. Chapters 437, 812, and 952 address other agencies and topics.

Question 33Oregon Electrical Code and Administrative Rules (OAR 918-281 through 918-311)

A technician performs low voltage work without holding any Oregon electrical license. Under OAR 918-282, what is the typical consequence for a first violation?

  1. A written warning only, with no penalty
  2. Referral to the local building official for criminal prosecution
  3. A civil penalty that may be assessed per violation Correct answer.
  4. Automatic permanent revocation of all licenses

Explanation

OAR 918-282 authorizes the Building Codes Division to assess civil penalties for unlicensed electrical work. Penalties may be imposed per violation and can accumulate. Criminal prosecution is not the standard administrative response, and a warning alone is not the prescribed remedy.

Question 34Oregon Electrical Code and Administrative Rules (OAR 918-281 through 918-311)

Which class of Oregon electrical license is specifically required to perform low voltage electrical work as a contractor?

  1. Limited supervising electrician license
  2. Class A general contractor license
  3. General journeyman electrician license
  4. Low voltage electrical contractor license Correct answer.

Explanation

Oregon requires a low voltage electrical contractor license to contract for low voltage work. A general journeyman or limited supervising electrician license is a personal credential, not a contractor license. A Class A general contractor license does not authorize electrical contracting.

Question 35Oregon Electrical Code and Administrative Rules (OAR 918-281 through 918-311)

Under OAR 918-311, what is the minimum continuing education requirement for renewal of a low voltage electrician license?

  1. 16 hours every three years
  2. 4 hours every year
  3. 8 hours every two years Correct answer.
  4. 24 hours every four years

Explanation

OAR 918-311 establishes continuing education requirements for electrical licenses, including low voltage. The rule requires 8 hours of approved continuing education every two years for renewal. This keeps licensees current on code changes and safety practices.

Question 36Oregon Electrical Code and Administrative Rules (OAR 918-281 through 918-311)

A low voltage contractor wants to install a fire alarm system in a commercial building. Which permit is generally required before work begins?

  1. A mechanical permit
  2. A plumbing permit
  3. No permit is required for low voltage systems
  4. A low voltage electrical permit Correct answer.

Explanation

Oregon requires an electrical permit for low voltage installations, including fire alarm systems, before work starts. The permit ensures inspection and code compliance. Plumbing and mechanical permits cover different trades, and low voltage work is not exempt from permitting.

Question 37Oregon Electrical Code and Administrative Rules (OAR 918-281 through 918-311)

Which Oregon rule division addresses electrical inspections and the approval process for low voltage installations?

  1. OAR 918-281
  2. OAR 918-311
  3. OAR 918-305
  4. OAR 918-300 Correct answer.

Explanation

OAR 918-300 contains the electrical inspection rules, including procedures for requesting inspections and approving installations. Division 281 covers administration, 305 addresses electrical licensing, and 311 covers continuing education and renewal. Knowing the division structure helps locate the correct rule.

Question 38Oregon Electrical Code and Administrative Rules (OAR 918-281 through 918-311)

Under Oregon law, a person holding a low voltage electrician license may perform work on systems up to what voltage without additional licensing?

  1. 480 volts
  2. 50 volts Correct answer.
  3. 120 volts
  4. 240 volts

Explanation

The low voltage electrician license authorizes work on systems operating at 50 volts or less. Work on higher voltages requires a different license class, such as a limited or general electrician license. This voltage limit is a core scope restriction for the license.

Question 39Oregon Electrical Code and Administrative Rules (OAR 918-281 through 918-311)

A low voltage contractor is found to have performed work without a permit. Which action can the Building Codes Division take under OAR 918-281?

  1. Refer the matter to the federal OSHA for enforcement
  2. Assess a civil penalty and require permits for future work Correct answer.
  3. Immediately revoke the contractor's license without a hearing
  4. Ignore the violation if the work passes inspection later

Explanation

OAR 918-281 authorizes the division to enforce permit requirements through civil penalties and corrective orders. The division can require compliance for future work. Revocation without a hearing would violate due process, and federal OSHA does not enforce state permit rules.

Question 40Oregon Electrical Code and Administrative Rules (OAR 918-281 through 918-311)

Which of the following is a duty of the Building Codes Division related to low voltage electrical work?

  1. Setting local building permit fees
  2. Enforcing federal electrical safety standards
  3. Issuing low voltage electrical licenses Correct answer.
  4. Regulating utility company power lines

Explanation

The Building Codes Division issues electrical licenses, including low voltage licenses, and administers the related rules. It does not set local permit fees, regulate utility power lines, or enforce federal standards. Those responsibilities belong to other entities.

Question 41Oregon Electrical Code and Administrative Rules (OAR 918-281 through 918-311)

Under OAR 918-305, what is required for an applicant to qualify for a low voltage electrician license?

  1. A four-year electrical apprenticeship
  2. Ten years of documented experience
  3. Passing an approved examination and paying the required fee Correct answer.
  4. A bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

Explanation

OAR 918-305 requires applicants to pass an approved examination and pay the license fee. A four-year apprenticeship or engineering degree is not required for the low voltage license. Experience requirements, if any, are specified separately and are not ten years.

Question 42Oregon Electrical Code and Administrative Rules (OAR 918-281 through 918-311)

A low voltage electrician is installing a security system in a school. Which code book is the primary source for installation requirements in Oregon?

  1. Oregon Structural Specialty Code
  2. International Mechanical Code
  3. Oregon Electrical Specialty Code Correct answer.
  4. Uniform Plumbing Code

Explanation

The Oregon Electrical Specialty Code adopts the National Electrical Code with state amendments and governs electrical installations, including low voltage. The plumbing, mechanical, and structural codes address other building systems. Low voltage work must comply with the electrical specialty code.

Question 43Oregon Electrical Code and Administrative Rules (OAR 918-281 through 918-311)

Under OAR 918-281, what must a low voltage contractor do before beginning work that requires a permit?

  1. Submit as-built drawings to the state architect
  2. Obtain the permit from the Building Codes Division or local authority Correct answer.
  3. Notify the local fire department
  4. Post a performance bond with the city

Explanation

OAR 918-281 requires that a permit be obtained before work begins. Permits are issued by the Building Codes Division or a local authority with jurisdiction. Fire department notification, state architect review, and city bonds are not general prerequisites for low voltage permits.

Question 44Oregon Electrical Code and Administrative Rules (OAR 918-281 through 918-311)

Which of the following best describes the scope of work allowed under a low voltage electrician license in Oregon?

  1. Installation of any electrical wiring in residential buildings
  2. Design of electrical power distribution systems for commercial buildings
  3. Installation and repair of low voltage systems operating at 50 volts or less Correct answer.
  4. Supervision of general electricians on job sites

Explanation

A low voltage electrician license authorizes installation and repair of systems operating at 50 volts or less. It does not permit general residential wiring, power distribution design, or supervision of general electricians. Those activities require other licenses or professional credentials.

Question 45Oregon Electrical Code and Administrative Rules (OAR 918-281 through 918-311)

A low voltage contractor's license is subject to disciplinary action for which of the following under OAR 918-281?

  1. Working on weekends
  2. Using a subcontractor without a license
  3. Failing to complete continuing education Correct answer.
  4. Advertising in a newspaper

Explanation

OAR 918-281 allows disciplinary action for violations including failure to meet continuing education requirements. Using unlicensed subcontractors may also be a violation, but the question asks for a ground listed; advertising and weekend work are not violations. Continuing education noncompliance is a specific administrative violation.

Question 46Oregon Electrical Code and Administrative Rules (OAR 918-281 through 918-311)

Under OAR 918-311, how often must a low voltage electrician license be renewed?

  1. Every four years
  2. Every two years Correct answer.
  3. Every three years
  4. Every year

Explanation

OAR 918-311 sets the renewal cycle for electrical licenses, including low voltage, at every two years. The biennial renewal is tied to the continuing education requirement of 8 hours per cycle. Annual, triennial, and quadrennial renewals do not match the rule.

Question 47Oregon Electrical Code and Administrative Rules (OAR 918-281 through 918-311)

Which Oregon rule division would a low voltage contractor consult for requirements about electrical plan review?

  1. OAR 918-311
  2. OAR 918-300 Correct answer.
  3. OAR 918-281
  4. OAR 918-305

Explanation

OAR 918-300 contains electrical inspection and plan review requirements. Plan review ensures that proposed installations comply with the electrical code before construction. Divisions 281, 305, and 311 cover administration, licensing, and continuing education respectively.

Question 48Oregon Electrical Code and Administrative Rules (OAR 918-281 through 918-311)

A low voltage electrician is asked to install a communication cable that will operate at 48 volts. Which license is required for this work?

  1. General journeyman electrician
  2. Limited supervising electrician
  3. Low voltage electrician Correct answer.
  4. No license is required

Explanation

A 48-volt communication cable falls within the low voltage threshold of 50 volts or less, so a low voltage electrician license is required. General journeyman and limited supervising licenses cover other scopes. Oregon does not exempt this work from licensing.

Question 49Oregon Electrical Code and Administrative Rules (OAR 918-281 through 918-311)

Under OAR 918-281, what is the role of the Electrical and Elevator Board?

  1. To issue local building permits
  2. To advise the Building Codes Division on electrical rules Correct answer.
  3. To conduct electrical inspections
  4. To set utility rates

Explanation

The Electrical and Elevator Board advises the Building Codes Division on electrical and elevator rulemaking and policy. It does not issue local permits, conduct inspections, or set utility rates. The board provides stakeholder input on code adoption and enforcement.

Question 50Oregon Electrical Code and Administrative Rules (OAR 918-281 through 918-311)

A low voltage contractor is cited for a code violation that creates an immediate hazard. What authority does the Building Codes Division have under OAR 918-300?

  1. It may order the hazard corrected immediately and disconnect service Correct answer.
  2. It may only issue a warning letter
  3. It must wait for a court order before taking action
  4. It may refer the matter to the local fire marshal only

Explanation

OAR 918-300 authorizes the division to order immediate correction of hazardous conditions and to disconnect service if necessary to protect safety. A warning letter alone is insufficient for an immediate hazard, and the division does not need a court order for emergency action. Referral to the fire marshal does not replace the division's authority.