8 Colo. Code Regs. § 1507-11-3
Current through Register Vol. 47, No. 20, October 25, 2024
Section 8 CCR 1507-11-3 - FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM CONTRACTOR REGISTRATION3.1 Registration Required 3.1.1 Any individual or company that employs individuals who physically work on, design, test, inspect, or install any part of a Fire Suppression System, including underground supply lines from public water lines to system risers and backflow preventers, must be registered. Exemptions:
1. Public utilities installing underground supply lines for which they remain responsible to maintain and repair after initial installation.2. Building owners conducting maintenance on their fire protection systems under the provisions of NFPA 25 and filing reports with the local fire department having certified Fire Suppression System Inspectors or the Division. This exception does not apply to work conducted on system components that would require licensing, registration, or certification under any state or federal laws or regulations.3. An individual who installs a system in his or her single family residence (owner occupied) that is designed by a registered contractor and installed in accordance with NFPA 13D standards, and meets all local requirements.4. Individuals or companies installing pre-engineered range hoods and duct extinguishing systems.5. Individuals or companies that install, maintain, repair, or test Multipurpose Residential Fire Sprinkler Systems or other systems that would be classified as plumbing under these Rules and the definitions specified by the Colorado State Board of Plumbers in CRS Title 12, Article 58.3.2 Specific Registrations 3.2.1 Individuals or companies performing work in accordance with Section 3.1 on Fire Suppression Systems in commercial, civil, or residential occupancies must be registered as "FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM CONTRACTOR."3.2.2 Individuals or companies performing work in accordance with Section 3.1 on Fire Suppression Systems only in residential occupancies must be registered as "RESIDENTIAL FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM CONTRACTOR."3.2.3 Individuals or companies installing Underground Supply Lines from public water lines to system risers must be registered as "FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM CONTRACTOR- UNDERGROUND."3.2.4 Individuals or companies conducting installation, maintenance, service or testing of backflow prevention devices installed on fire sprinkler systems must be registered as "FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM CONTRACTOR- BACKFLOW."3.2.5 Individuals or companies performing work on a Premanufactured system to be installed in Colorado subject to regulation by the State of Colorado's adopted Codes, Standards, Rules, and Regulations must be registered as "FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM CONTRACTOR- PREMANUFACTURED"3.3 Registration Application Requirements In order to register, each contractor operating in Colorado must understand, agree, and attest to the following:
3.3.1 That the applicant must carry general liability insurance in the amount of at least $1 million that includes products and completed operations coverage related to the installation of Fire Suppression Systems. Exemption: Government entities serving as contractors on their own wholly owned properties.
3.3.2 That the applicant is a principal of the company as defined in Colorado Revised Statutes 24 33.5 1202(8.4), C.R.S., which has been recorded with the Colorado Secretary of State's Office. Exemption: Government entities serving as contractors on their own wholly owned properties.
3.3.3 That all information included on the application is complete and correct.3.3.4 That the applicant will notify the Division within 30 days of any changes that occur in the information provided, including but not limited to: a change in responsible managing employee or principal agent of the contractor; a change in address, telephone number, or e-mail address; or a change in insurance coverage.3.3.5 That the applicant has read, understands, and will comply with Colorado Revised Statutes governing Fire Suppression Systems; all applicable rules, codes, and standards adopted by the Division; and all codes, ordinances and resolutions adopted by municipalities, counties and fire protection districts in which they work.3.3.6 That the applicant must not perform any installation or maintenance work on a Fire Suppression System in Colorado until such time as their registration has been formally issued by the Division.3.4 Registration Application and Renewal Procedures 3.4.1 An applicant must apply for registration in a format provided by the Division. Application instructions are available on the Division's website (www.colorado.gov/dfpc); from the Division's offices at 700 Kipling St, Suite 4100, Denver, CO 80215; or by telephone at 303-239-4100.3.4.2 An applicant must submit the completed application along with the registration fees and all required supporting documentation prior to action by the Division. No cash payments will be accepted.3.4.3 An applicant must submit documentation of general liability insurance in the amount of at least $1 million that includes products and completed operations coverage related to the installation of Fire Suppression Systems. The documentation submitted must identify inclusion and exclusions of the coverage including any restrictions on the types of systems to be insured.3.4.4 An applicant must submit proof of existence and good standing of the applicant with the Secretary of State.3.4.5 New applicants must submit a completed and notarized Affidavit of Legal Residency as required in 24-76.5-103(4)(b), C.R.S. The affidavit must have been executed within 30 days of the submittal of the application.3.5 Duration of Registration 3.5.1 The registration period for new and renewal registrations will expire on December 31st each year regardless of when the registration was issued, unless earlier suspended or revoked. There will be no pro-rating of registration fees.3.5.2 Applications for renewal shall be submitted no more than 30 days prior to expiration, A grace period for renewal may be extended for up to 30 days after expiration, after which a late application fee will be assessed.3.5.3 All applications for registration shall have no longer than 30 days from the original submittal to correct deficiencies in their application including missing materials or fees. Applications older than 30 days with outstanding deficiencies will be considered vacated applications and the fees surrendered.3.5.4 Applicants submitting more than 60 days after expiration shall submit all documentation required of a new applicant in addition to any required documentation for their renewal application.3.6 Specific Requirements for Fire Suppression System Contractors3.6.1 A Fire Suppression Contractor must engage a Responsible Managing Employee,3.6.2 Contractors without a RME on staff shall employ on staff an individual qualified in the layout, fabrication, installation, alteration, servicing, repair, and inspection of fire suppression systems. A registered sprinkler fitter may be utilized to meet this requirement.3.6.3 Fire Suppression System Contractors regulated by these Rules must not allow a person to work on a fire sprinkler system who is not registered with the Division as a Sprinkler Fitter. Exemption: Persons who are enrolled in a sprinkler fitter apprenticeship program and are under the direct supervision and immediate presence of a registered Sprinkler Fitter may perform work on a Fire Suppression System.
3.7 Specific Requirements for Residential Fire Suppression System Contractors3.7.1 A Residential Fire Suppression System Contractor must engage a RME.3.7.2 Contractors without a RME on staff shall employ on staff an individual with demonstrated knowledge of suppression systems to serve as primary technical point of contact for the contractor.3.7.3 Knowledge may be demonstrated by successful completion of residential sprinkler system training, completion of NFPA 13D related coursework, or other residential suppression system training as approved by the Division. A registered sprinkler fitter may be utilized to meet this requirement. Codes and Standards Assessment (CSA) Sprinkler Residential On-Site Competent Person Exam (ASR2) or Sprinkler Commercial/Residential On-Site Competent Person (ASCR2) satisfies this experience requirement.
3.7.4 For contractors installing CPVC or PEX piping systems, the applicant must provide a certificate of successful completion of the applicable training course issued by the manufacturer or their representative to the contractor's employed fitter(s) intending to work on and install these systems.3.7.5 Before installing a pre-engineered residential Fire Suppression System, applicants must demonstrate that they are authorized and certified by the system manufacturer to install that specific residential Fire Suppression System.3.8 Specific Requirements for Fire Suppression System Contractors-Backflow 3.8.1 A Fire Suppression System Contractor-Backflow must employ cross-connection control technicians holding valid certification from the American Society of Sanitary Engineering (ASSE), the American Backflow Prevention Association (ABPA), or the Association of Boards of Certification (ABC), in conformance with requirements set forth by the Colorado Primary Drinking Water Regulations.3.9 Specific Requirements for Fire Suppression System Contractors-Underground 3.9.1 Upon initial application or renewal, Fire Suppression System Contractors-Underground will attest that all personnel performing work on fire suppression systems have received training on and retain copies available for use of NFPA 13, NFPA 22, and NFPA 24, as adopted by the Division in 8 CCR 1507-101, and a copy of these Fire Suppression Program Rules.3.9.2 All Fire Suppression System Contractors-Underground personnel shall at all times have access on the worksite to copies of NFPA 13, NFPA 22, and NFPA 24, as adopted by the Division in 8 CCR 1507-101, and a copy of these Fire Suppression Program rules.3.9.3 Upon initial application or renewal, Fire Suppression Contractors-Underground will attest that until they release responsibility for the underground fire main installation to the owner, they will not allow any fire suppression system to be connected to the underground fire main by any person not registered with the Division as a Fire Suppression System Contractor, unless said person is exempt from registration by Section 3.1.1 of these rules.3.10 Specific requirements for Fire Suppression System Contractor- Premanufactured 3.10.1 Fire Suppression System Contractor- Premanufactured must employ or contract with a State of Colorado Certified PREMANUFACTURED SYSTEM FIRE SUPPRESSION SPECIAL INSPECTOR who is responsible to:1. Oversee, inspect, and certify (via the CORI) that the system has been installed in accordance the State of Colorado's adopted Codes, Standards, Rules, and Regulations.2. Oversee, inspect, and certify (via the CORI) that the system has been installed in accordance with the accompanying design documents which have been reviewed, approved, and permitted by the qualified local jurisdiction where the premanufactured system will be installed.3.10.2 Fire Suppression System Contractor- Premanufactured must employ a State of Colorado registered Sprinkler Fitter.3.10.3 Fire Suppression System Contractor- Premanufactured upon application for renewal must produce evidence that the company's design processes, installation operations, and inspection practices have been inspected and approved by DFPC within the previous three years. The cost of said inspection and review is the sole responsibility of the Contractor including all travel cost as deemed necessary by the Division for onsite inspection. The documentation of this approval by DFPC will not be released until the associated cost of the inspection have been remitted to DFPC.3.11 Denial of Application 3.11.1 The Division may deny any application for registration for the following reasons:1. False statements on the application form or in any of the attachments required for registration;2. Failure to meet or complete all requirements specified within the application;3. The applicant is currently barred from registration, certification, or licensure from another State agency, governing body, or local jurisdiction;4. The applicant has been convicted of a crime which reflects upon the integrity of the applicant in operating within the capacity for which they are seeking registration;5. The applicant has been terminated from employment from a registered fire suppression contractor, fire authority, or other governing body for engaging in negligent or unsafe work or construction practices.3.11.2 If the Division finds that grounds exist for the denial of any application for registration, action shall be taken according to the provisions of the Colorado Administrative Procedure Act, Section 24-4-101, et seq., C.R.S.3.12 Registration Renewal 3.12.1 Applications for renewal shall be submitted prior to expiration, subject to a 60-day grace period. Applicants submitting more than 60 days after expiration shall submit all documentation required of a new applicant in addition to documentation of continuing education in accordance with 5.4.2 and may be required to pay a late application fee as well as the renewal fee.3.12.2 RMEs must demonstrate that they have maintained their appropriate certifications or licensure. Individuals qualified under 3.6.2 or 3.7.2 must demonstrate CEU's in accordance with Section 5.4.2.38 CR 15, August 10, 2015, effective 8/30/201540 CR 04, February 25, 2017, effective 3/17/201742 CR 05, March 10, 2019, effective 3/30/201942 CR 17, September 10, 2019, effective 9/30/201943 CR 21, November 10, 2020, effective 11/30/202045 CR 18, September 25, 2022, effective 10/15/2022