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Fire Protection Sprinkler System Designer Contractor License
License Description A person who contracts to design a fire protection system or its parts or related equipment. Minnesota Department of Public Safety (DPS) - State Fire Marshal

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                     Fire Protection Licensing Requirements 

                    Contractor requirements for licensure 

                 In order to obtain a fire protection contractorâ??s license, the following are required: 

                 â?¢ Every contractor must have a managing employee (ME) who is an employee of the company 
                    and is responsible for ensuring that all work complies with the legally adopted codes, standards, 
                    and fire protection laws and rules. Failure to do this can result in the suspension or revocation of 
                    the MEâ??s certificate or the contractorâ??s license. The ME is the point of contact for all issues related 
                    to fire protection plan reviews and installations. 
                 â?¢ All fire protection-related work must be performed by the ME or a certified journeyman sprinkler fitter. 
                    Both of these occupations are required to have a certificate from the State Fire Marshal Division (SFMD). 
                 â?¢ All fire protection system design must be performed by employees of a Minnesota-licensed 
                    fire protection contractor. 
                 â?¢ Permits are required for all installations and modifications. 
                 â?¢ Fire protection contractors must have liability insurance 
                    (minimum coverage: $250,000 per person; $500,000 per occurrence; and $100,000 property damage). None
Licensing Agency
Minnesota Department of Public Safety
State Fire Marshall
444 Cedar Street, Town Square
St. Paul, MN 55101
(651) 282 6565
Active Status Active
Continuing Education No continuing education requirement to maintain license
Education No educational requirements
Exam No exam required
License Type Tied to business
License Updated 10/13/2021
Physical Requirements No physical requirements
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