(1) When is it not permissible to subcontract fire protection sprinkler system work?

(a) Subcontracting work on a fire protection sprinkler system is not permitted:

(i) If the subcontractor does not have a current fire protection sprinkler system contractor's license consistent with the level of work preformed on the fire protection sprinkler system; or

(ii) If the inspection and testing work is contracted to a contractor licensed by the department of labor and industries, but not a licensed fire protection sprinkler system contractor.

(b) Failure to comply with this section constitutes a level 3 violation.

(2) When is subcontracting or contracting of fire sprinkler protection system work permitted? Subcontracting of any fire sprinkler protection system work is permissible:

(a) When a licensed general contractor bids on a project that involves a fire protection sprinkler system. All subcontracting by a licensed general contractor for fire sprinkler work must be performed by a licensed fire protection sprinkler system contractor; or

(b) When the subcontractor is a licensed fire protection sprinkler system contractor and licensed at a level consistent with the work performed on the fire protection sprinkler system.