Or. Admin. R. 918-098-1410

Current through Register Vol. 63, No. 8, August 1, 2024

Section 918-098-1410 - Cross-Training Programs for Residential Certifications

(1) A building inspection program that elects to administer, use or participate in a cross-training program for residential inspectors shall follow a division approved standardized cross-training program that can be used in any jurisdiction or submit the following information to the division:

(a) The names and copy of the certifications of the cross-training program supervisor and instructors;

(b) A description of the purpose and scope of the cross-training program;

(c) A description of the various training methods covering the Oregon Residential Specialty Code; and

(d) The method of evaluating whether a trainee has satisfactorily completed the cross-training program.

(2)The cross-training program supervisor or instructors shall:

(a) Possess an A-level or commercial certification and an Oregon Inspector certification in the program area the individual is responsible for supervising; and

(b) Shall maintain records of all trainees who participate in the residential plans examiner or inspector cross-training program.

(3) The division may monitor or inspect the records of residential cross-training programs on a periodic basis.

(4) A municipality may enroll its trainees in a division approved program sponsored by another jurisdiction or provided by a private entity or school. The jurisdiction, private entity, or school shall maintain records of all trainees who participate in the cross-training program.

(5) Cross-training programs must follow all applicable code-change cycles and the programs must be amended accordingly. Amendments shall be submitted in writing to the division for approval.

Or. Admin. R. 918-098-1410

BCD 8-1997, f. & cert. ef. 4-1-97; BCD 15-1997, f. 9-30-97, cert. ef. 10-1-97; BCD 38-2000, f. 12-29-00, cert. ef. 1-1-01; BCD 16-2005(Temp), f. & cert. ef. 7-7-05 thru 12-31-05, Renumbered from 918-098-0410; BCD 24-2005, f. 9-30-05, cert. ef. 10-1-05, Renumbered from 918-098-0410; BCD 4-2006, f. 3-31-06, cert. ef. 4-1-06

Publications: Publications referenced are available from the agency.

Stat. Auth.: ORS 455.622

Stats. Implemented: ORS 455.622