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Virginia DPOR — Board for Contractors

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1Which Virginia agency regulates low voltage contractor and technician licensing?
A.Virginia Department of Labor
B.Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation (DPOR)
C.Virginia State Fire Marshal
D.Virginia Department of Commerce
Explanation: The Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation (DPOR) oversees licensing for low voltage contractors and technicians through the Board for Contractors. DPOR administers exams and enforces licensing requirements.
2What license types does Virginia offer for low voltage work?
A.Only a general contractor license
B.Journeyman and Master Low Voltage Technician licenses
C.Apprentice license only
D.No licensing required
Explanation: Virginia offers both Journeyman and Master Low Voltage Technician licenses. The Journeyman license allows supervised work while the Master license permits independent contracting and supervision of others.
3How many years of experience are required for a Virginia Journeyman Low Voltage Technician license?
A.No experience required
B.1 year
C.2 years of experience in low voltage work
D.5 years
Explanation: Virginia requires a minimum of 2 years of documented experience in low voltage work to qualify for the Journeyman Low Voltage Technician license. This experience must be verified by a licensed contractor.
4How often must a Virginia low voltage technician license be renewed?
A.Annually
B.Every 2 years
C.Every 3 years
D.Every 5 years
Explanation: Virginia electrician/electrical tradesman certifications, the category that covers low voltage work, are issued and renewed on a 3-year cycle through DPOR. Renewal requires completing the required continuing education and paying the applicable fee.
5What continuing education is required for Virginia low voltage license renewal?
A.No CE required
B.3 hours per renewal cycle
C.24 hours per year
D.40 hours per renewal cycle
Explanation: Virginia requires a 3-hour continuing education course (covering the current National Electrical Code) per 3-year renewal cycle for electrical tradesman licenses, which is the category covering low voltage work. The course must be completed through a Board-approved provider.
6Under Virginia law, what types of systems fall under the low voltage technician license?
A.Only fire alarm systems
B.Alarm/security systems, telecommunications, structured cabling, and audio/video systems
C.Only network cabling
D.Only HVAC controls
Explanation: Virginia's low voltage technician license covers a broad range of systems including alarm/security, telecommunications, structured cabling, audio/video, and other systems operating at 50 volts or less.
7What is the minimum age requirement for a Virginia low voltage technician license?
A.16 years old
B.18 years old
C.21 years old
D.No age requirement
Explanation: Virginia requires low voltage technician license applicants to be at least 18 years of age. This applies to both Journeyman and Master license classifications.
8In Virginia, what bond or insurance is required for a low voltage contractor?
A.No requirements
B.General liability insurance and a surety bond
C.Only vehicle insurance
D.Only workers compensation
Explanation: Virginia requires low voltage contractors to maintain general liability insurance and a surety bond as part of their licensing requirements. The specific amounts are determined by the classification of work performed.
9What is the penalty for performing low voltage work without a license in Virginia?
A.No penalty
B.Class 1 misdemeanor with fines up to $2,500
C.Only a written warning
D.Loss of general contractor license
Explanation: Performing low voltage work without a proper license in Virginia constitutes a Class 1 misdemeanor, punishable by fines up to $2,500 and/or up to 12 months in jail. DPOR actively enforces licensing requirements.
10Under Virginia regulations, what is the supervision requirement for low voltage apprentices?
A.No supervision required
B.Direct supervision by a licensed Journeyman or Master technician on the job site
C.Remote phone supervision
D.Any company employee can supervise
Explanation: Virginia requires low voltage apprentices to work under the direct supervision of a licensed Journeyman or Master Low Voltage Technician who is present on the job site during installation work.

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