To obtain a license, an individual must have: (1) met the requirements in Subchapter A of this chapter (relating to Administration of Occupational Licenses and Registrations); (2) passed an examination; (3) received a high school diploma or equivalent certificate; (4) completed an approved 40-hour backflow prevention assembly testing training course; and (5) worked at least two years in an approved area which includes, but is not limited to: (A) operating or maintaining a public drinking water system; (B) installing or repairing residential, commercial, or industrial drinking water treatment equipment; (C) installing or repairing lawn irrigation systems; (D) performing activities requiring a master or journeyman plumbing license; (E) installing or servicing fire suppression sprinkler systems and lines; (F) operating or maintaining a domestic wastewater treatment facility; (G) performing health inspections that requires a registered sanitarian; or (H) performing other duties approved by the executive director. (6) An individual may substitute one year of the required experience with: (A) one year of college credit (32 semester hours); or (B) 20 hours of approved training in addition to the required 40-hour backflow prevention assembly testing training course. |
