Section 633.216, F.S., requires the Department to provide by rule for the certification of firesafety inspectors and fire code administrators and to develop by rule an advanced training and certification program for firesafety inspectors having fire ...

 

DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL SERVICES

Division of State Fire Marshal

RULE NOS.:RULE TITLES:

69A-39.003Types of Certification Available

69A-39.005Minimum Curriculum Requirements for Firesafety Inspector Certification

69A-39.009Renewal of Firesafety Inspector and Fire Code Administrator Certification

PURPOSE AND EFFECT: Section 633.216, F.S., requires the Department to provide by rule for the certification of firesafety inspectors and fire code administrators and to develop by rule an advanced training and certification program for firesafety inspectors having fire code management responsibilities that is consistent with National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1037.

SUMMARY: SUBJECT AREA TO BE ADDRESSED: The proposed amendments to Rules 69A-39.003 and 69A-39.005, F.A.C., update the standards for obtaining certification as an Inservice Firesafety Inspector and Fire Code Administrator and create new standards for obtaining certification as a Firesafety Inspector I, II, and III. The standards are based on NFPA 1031, Standard for Professional Qualifications for Fire Inspector and Plan Examiner (2014 Edition), and NFPA 1037, Standard for Professional Qualifications for Fire Marshal (2016 Edition). Rule 69A-39.009, F.A.C., is being repealed since the provisions for renewing a firesafety inspector and fire code administrator certification have been moved to Rule 69A-39.005, F.A.C.

SUMMARY OF STATEMENT OF ESTIMATED REGULATORY COSTS AND LEGISLATIVE RATIFICATION:

The Agency has determined that this will not have an adverse impact on small business or likely increase directly or indirectly regulatory costs in excess of $200,000 in the aggregate within one year after the implementation of the rule. A SERC has not been prepared by the Agency.

The Agency has determined that the proposed rule is not expected to require legislative ratification based on the statement of estimated regulatory costs or if no SERC is required, the information expressly relied upon and described herein: The Department’s economic analysis of the potential impact of the proposed rule amendments determined that there will be no adverse economic impact or increased regulatory costs that would require legislative ratification.

Any person who wishes to provide information regarding a statement of estimated regulatory costs, or provide a proposal for a lower cost regulatory alternative must do so in writing within 21 days of this notice.

RULEMAKING AUTHORITY: 633.104, 633.216, 633.402 FS.

LAW IMPLEMENTED: 633.216, 633.406 FS.

IF REQUESTED WITHIN 21 DAYS OF THE DATE OF THIS NOTICE, A HEARING WILL BE HELD AT THE DATE, TIME AND PLACE SHOWN BELOW (IF NOT REQUESTED, THIS HEARING WILL NOT BE HELD):

DATE AND TIME: July 31, 2019, 10:00 a.m.

PLACE: Florida State Fire College, 11655 N.W. Gainesville Road, Ocala FL

Pursuant to the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act, any person requiring special accommodations to participate in this workshop/meeting is asked to advise the agency at least 5 days before the workshop/meeting by contacting: Mark Harper at 11655 N.W. Gainesville Road, Ocala, Florida 34482-1486, [phone], or [e-mail].. If you are hearing or speech impaired, please contact the agency using the Florida Relay Service, 1(800)955-8771 (TDD) or 1(800)955-8770 (Voice).

THE PERSON TO BE CONTACTED REGARDING THE PROPOSED RULE IS: Mark Harper, Assistant Superintendent, Bureau of Fire Standards and Training (please see contact information in paragraph above).

 

THE FULL TEXT OF THE PROPOSED RULE IS:

 

69A-39.003 Types of Certification Available.

(1) Firesafety Inspector Certification. This certificate is issued to Firesafety Inspectors who successfully complete the Firesafety Inspector Training Course outlined in subsection 69A-39.005(1), F.A.C., and the certification examination prescribed by the Division of State Fire Marshal (Division). The levels of progression for a Firesafety Inspector Certification shall include Firesafety Inspector I, Firesafety Inspector II, and Firesafety Inspector III.

(2) Inservice Firesafety Inspector. Individuals who successfully complete the Inservice Firesafety Inspector Training Course outlined in subsection 69A-39.005(1) (2), F.A.C., and who are certified pursuant to section 633.216, F.S., shall be eligible to perform Inservice Firesafety Inspections. Individuals who are eligible to perform Inservice Firesafety Inspections shall be listed on a roster of those successfully completing the Inservice Firesafety Inspection Course. Said roster shall be maintained by the employing agency.

(3)(a) Fire Code Administrator. This certificate is issued to individuals who meet the requirements set forth in subsection 69A-39.005(2), F.A.C.:

1. Are currently certified as Firesafety Inspectors;

2. Meet the qualifications for Fire Marshals set forth in National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1037, Standard for Professional Qualifications for Fire Marshal, (2012 Edition), adopted and incorporated by reference; and,

3. Have at least:

a. Six years of full-time equivalent experience working as a certified Firesafety Inspector and who successfully complete the advanced training for fire prevention management and code enforcement outlined in subsection 69A-39.005(3), F.A.C.; or

b. Ten years of full-time equivalent experience working as a certified Firesafety Inspector and at least five years of full-time equivalent management experience that includes analytical approaches to fire protection, fire service administration, fire prevention management, community risk reduction, human resource management, and performance-based designs.

(b) A copy of the NFPA 1037 may be obtained from the NFPA, Inc., 1 Batterymarch Park, Quincy, Massachusetts 02169-7471.

Rulemaking Authority 633.104, 633.216(9), 633.406(2) FS. Law Implemented 633.216, 633.406 FS. History–New 11-21-83, Formerly 4A-39.03, Amended 8-2-88, 3-1-89, Formerly 4A-39.003, Amended 8-27-12, __________.             

 

Substantial rewording of Rule 69A-39.005 follows. See Florida Administrative Code for present text.

69A-39.005 Minimum Curriculum Requirements for Firesafety Inspector and Fire Code Administrator Certification; Renewal of Certification.

(1) Firesafety Inspector Program. This training program is intended to prepare individuals to serve as an inservice firesafety inspector and firesafety inspector. This program is based on the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1031, Standard for Professional Qualifications for Fire Inspector and Plan Examiner (2014 Edition). This program is intended to prepare individuals for service as firesafety inspectors serving in both the private and public sectors. The applicant may provide proof of equivalent education and training approved by the Bureau of Fire Standards and Training (Bureau) and meeting the criteria outlined under this subsection.

(a) Inservice Firesafety Inspector. The inservice firesafety inspector must possess an active Firefighter Certificate of Compliance. The inservice firesafety inspector must perform duties under the supervision of an individual who holds an active Firesafety Inspector I, II, or III Certification. All activities of the inservice firesafety inspector must be approved by the authority having jurisdiction (AHJ).  A quality assurance process will be established by the AHJ, or designee who holds a current Firesafety Inspector I, II, or III Certification, to review inspections reports and ensure compliance with state and local codes is maintained with this inspection process.   

1. Program Requirements.  The individual must complete a minimum of 24 hours of training in the subject areas of: conducting inservice firesafety inspections, applicable fire prevention codes, fire prevention concepts, fire hazards, preparing inservice firesafety inspection reports, and customer service. 

2. Approved Training.

a. Training delivered by the fire service provider must be recorded in the Division’s database.  The training record must include at a minimum: subject areas taught; names of students; dates of training; and hours of training.

b. The Bureau will approve and record completion of any training required under this paragraph (1)(a) when delivered by any provider other than the employing agency.  Training is not valid until approved by the Bureau and recorded in the Division’s database. Requests for class offering approval must be electronically submitted 30 days prior to the first day of class using the Form DFS-K4-2167, Bureau’s Class Offering Request, which is incorporated by reference in subsection 69A-37.039(2), F.A.C., and can be obtained where indicated in subsection 69A-37.039(1), F.A.C. The provider must record in the Division’s database a final grade for each student within seven (7) calendar days after course completion.  Students must complete each course with a grade of 70% or higher in order to meet the course requirement under this paragraph (1)(a).  Alternative delivery techniques including online course delivery or blended learning must be approved by the Bureau.

3. Instructor Qualifications.

a. An instructor providing training by the employing agency must hold an active Firesafety Inspector I, II, or III Certification and an active Instructor I, II, or III Certification issued by the Bureau.

b. Any instructor providing training by any provider other than the employing agency must be qualified and approved by the Bureau prior to providing such training. The provider or instructor must electronically submit Form DFS-K4-2168, Instructor Approval Request, and Form DFS-K4-2167, Class Offering Request, which are incorporated by reference in subsection 69A-37.039(2), F.A.C., and can be obtained where indicated in subsection 69A-37.039(1), F.A.C., and be approved by the Bureau prior to the first day of the course.  Qualified instructors are:

(I) Instructors with requisite faculty credentials for the academic institution that is registered in the Florida Department of Education Statewide Course Numbering System to teach the course; or

(II) Instructors with requisite faculty credentials as determined by the respective regionally accredited or nationally accredited university or college; or

(III) Instructors who hold an active Firesafety Inspector I, II, or III Certification and an active Instructor I, II, or III Certification issued by the Bureau.

(b) Firesafety Inspector I Certification.  The Division will issue a Firesafety Inspector I Certificate of Compliance to an individual who meets the program requirements of paragraph (1)(b) and the qualifications for Firesafety Inspector set forth by the Division in Form DFS-K4-1023, Application for Firesafety Inspector Certification Examination, which is incorporated by reference in subsection 69A-37.039(2), F.A.C., and can be obtained where indicated in subsection 69A-37.039(1), F.A.C.

1. Program Requirements. The individual must complete the courses required under this paragraph (1)(b) or courses determined by the Bureau to be equivalent. This program must consist of not less than 225 hours of training. Each course must be no less than 45 hours in duration. This program must consist of the following courses or those of equivalent interactive instruction, as approved by the Bureau.

a. Fire Prevention Practices (Eff. 10/17);

b. Private Fire Protection Systems I (Eff. 10/17);

c. Construction Documents and Plans Review (Eff. 06/17);

d. Codes and Standards (Eff. 07/17); and

e. Building Construction for the Fire Service (Eff. 08/17).

2. Approved Courses. The courses must be approved by the Bureau and meet the curriculum requirements of the program. The courses must be delivered by the Bureau, an approved education or training provider, a fire service provider, or a regionally or nationally accredited college or university as outlined in subsections 69A-37.084(5) and (6), F.A.C. These providers must deliver the courses in paragraph (1)(b) using the corresponding syllabus found at this link: http://www.myfloridacfo.com/Division/SFM/BFST/Training/CourseSyllabi.htm, which are hereby incorporated by reference.

a. Requests for class offering approval must be electronically submitted 30 days prior to the first day of class using Form DFS-K4-2167, Bureau’s Class Offering Request, which is incorporated by reference in subsection 69A-37.039(2), F.A.C., and can be obtained where indicated in subsection 69A-37.039(1), F.A.C.

b. The provider must record in the Division’s database a final grade for each student within seven (7) calendar days after course completion.

c. Students must complete the course with a grade of 70% or higher in order to meet the course requirement under this paragraph (1)(b).

d. The courses “Codes and Standards” and “Construction Documents and Plans Review” required under this paragraph (1)(b) will only be approved by the Bureau when taught in a traditional classroom delivery method.

e. The courses “Fire Prevention Practices,” “Private Fire Protection Systems I,” and “Building Construction for the Fire Service” required under this paragraph (1)(b) will be accepted by a provider using alternative delivery techniques including online course delivery or blended learning when first approved by the Bureau.

3. Instructor Qualifications. An instructor providing training under this paragraph (1)(b) must be qualified and approved by the Bureau. All instructors must electronically submit Form DFS-K4-2168, Instructor Approval Request, which is incorporated by reference in subsection 69A-37.039(2), F.A.C., and can be obtained where indicated in subsection 69A-37.039(1), F.A.C., and be approved by the Bureau prior to the first day of the course. Qualified instructors are:

a. Instructors with requisite faculty credentials for the academic institution that is registered in the Florida Department of Education Statewide Course Numbering System to teach the course;

b. Instructors with requisite faculty credentials as determined by the respective regionally accredited or nationally accredited university or college; or

c. Instructors who hold an active Instructor I, II, or III Certification issued by the Division. 

4. Requirements for Firesafety Inspector I Certificate of Compliance. The Bureau will issue a Firesafety Inspector I Certificate of Compliance when the individual:

a. Successfully completes all required course work;

b. Passes the Firesafety Inspector examination with a score of 70% or higher;

c. Submits a set of fingerprints to the Division with current processing fee; and

d. Submits the required Form DFS-K4-1023, Application for Firesafety Inspector Certification Examination, which is incorporated by reference in subsection 69A-37.039(2), F.A.C., and can be obtained where indicated in subsection 69A-37.039(1), F.A.C., with all supporting documentation and fees, to the Bureau.

(c) Firesafety Inspector II Certification. The Division will issue a Firesafety Inspector II Certification to an individual who meets the program requirements of paragraph (1)(b), and the qualifications for Firesafety Inspector set forth by the Division in Form DFS-K4-2204, Firesafety Inspector II Task Book, which is incorporated by reference in subsection 69A-37.039(2), F.A.C., and can be obtained where indicated in subsection 69A-37.039(1), F.A.C.

1. Program Requirements. The individual must hold a current Firesafety Inspector I Certificate of Compliance. The individual completing this program must successfully complete a minimum of 90 hours of instruction in:

a. Private Fire Protection Systems II (Eff. 01/17);

b. Ethical and Legal Issues for the Fire Service (Eff. 10/16); and

c. Completion of the Firesafety Inspector II Task Book.

2. Approved Courses. The courses must be approved by the Bureau and meet the curriculum requirements of the program. The courses must be delivered by the Bureau, an education or training provider, a fire service provider, or a regionally or nationally accredited college or university as outlined in subsections 69A-37.084(5) and (6), F.A.C. These providers must deliver the courses in paragraph (1)(c) using the corresponding syllabus found at this link: http://www.myfloridacfo.com/Division/SFM/BFST/Training/CourseSyllabi.htm, which syllabi are hereby incorporated by reference.

3.  Any individual holding a Firesafety Inspector II Certification issued by the Division prior to <effective date of rule> is required to submit Form DFS-K4-1446, Application for Firesafety Inspector II Certification, in lieu of Form DFS-K4-2204, Firesafety Inspector II Task Book, when applying for a Firesafety Inspector II Certification. 

4.  Instructor Qualifications. An instructor providing training under this paragraph (1)(c) must be qualified and approved by the Bureau. All instructors must electroncially submit Form DFS-K4-2168, Instructor Approval Request, which is incorporated by reference in subsection 69A-37.039(2), F.A.C., and can be obtained where indicated in subsection 69A-37.039(1), F.A.C., and be approved by the Bureau prior to the first day of the course. Qualified instructors are:

a. Instructors with requisite faculty credentials for the academic institution that is registered in the Florida Department of Education Statewide Course Numbering System to teach the course;

b. Instructors with requisite faculty credentials as determined by the respective regionally accredited or nationally accredited university or college; or

c. Instructors who hold an active Instructor I, II, or III Certification issued by the Division. 

(d) Firesafety Inspector III Certification. The Division will issue a Firesafety Inspector III Certification to an individual who meets the program requirements of paragraph (1)(c) and the qualifications for Firesafety Inspector III set forth by the Division in Form DFS-K4-2205, Application for Firesafety Inspector III Certification, which is incorporated by reference in subsection 69A-37.039(2), F.A.C., and can be obtained where indicated in subsection 69A-37.039(1), F.A.C.

1. Program Requirements.

a. The individual must possess an associate’s degree or higher and document at least six (6) years of experience as a full-time Firesafety Inspector;

b. The individual must complete the United States Fire Administration, National Fire Academy course “Evaluating Performance-Based Designs;”

c. The individual must hold certification as a “Certified Fire Protection Specialist” (CFPS) with the NFPA; and

d. The individual must hold a current Firesafety Inspector II Certification.

2. Any individual holding a Firesafety Inspector III Certification may be responsible for the non-supervisory fire prevention and fire inspection activities of the jurisdiction, as directed by the AHJ.

3. This individual may also make recommendations and implement changes in local jurisdiction policy and operations to improve efficiency and effectiveness when preparing updates in fire prevention codes and standards in the jurisdiction.

(2) Fire Code Administrator Certification. This training program is intended to prepare individuals to serve as a fire code administrator. This program is based on the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1037, Standard for Professional Qualifications for Fire Marshal (2016 Edition). The applicant may provide proof of equivalent education and training approved by the Bureau and meeting the criteria outlined under this subsection. The Division will issue a Fire Code Administrator Certificate of Compliance to an individual who meets the program requirements of paragraph (1)(d) and the following.

(a) Program Requirements. The individual must complete the courses required under this subsection (2) or courses determined by the Bureau to be equivalent. This program must consist of not less than 270 hours of training. Each course must be no less than 45 hours in duration. This program must consist of the following courses or those of equivalent interactive instruction, as approved by the Bureau.

1. Community Risk Reduction (Eff. 11/16);

2. Chief Officer (Eff. 10/16);

3. Personnel Management for the Fire and Emergency Service (Eff. 10/17);

4. Fire Prevention Organization and Management (Eff. 05/17);

5. Analytical Approaches to Public Fire Protection (Eff. 10/17); and

6. Legal and Ethical Issues for the Fire Service (Eff. 10/16).

(b) Approved Courses. The courses must be approved by the Bureau and meet the curriculum requirements of the program. The courses must be delivered by the Bureau, an education or training provider, a fire service provider, or a regionally or nationally accredited college or university as outlined in subsections 69A-37.084(5) and (6), F.A.C. These providers must deliver the courses in subsection (2) using the corresponding syllabus found at this link: http://www.myfloridacfo.com/Division/SFM/BFST/Training/CourseSyllabi.htm, which syllabi are hereby incorporated by reference.

1. Requests for class offering approval must be electronically submitted 30 days prior to the first day of class using Form DFS-K4-2167, Bureau’s Class Offering Request, which is incorporated by reference in subsection 69A-37.039(2), F.A.C., and can be obtained where indicated in subsection 69A-37.039(1), F.A.C.

2. The provider must record in the Division’s database a final grade for each student within seven (7) calendar days after course completion.

3 Students must complete the course with a grade of 70% or higher in order to meet the course requirement under this subsection (2).

4. The courses required under this subsection (2) will be accepted by a provider using alternative delivery techniques including online course delivery or blended learning when first approved by the Bureau.

(c) Instructor Qualifications. An instructor providing training under this subsection (2) must be qualified and approved by the Bureau. All instructors must electronically submit Form DFS-K4-2168, Instructor Approval Request, which is incorporated by reference in subsection 69A-37.039(2), F.A.C., and can be obtained where indicated in subsection 69A-37.039(1), F.A.C., and be approved by the Bureau prior to the first day of the course. Qualified instructors are:

1. Instructors with requisite faculty credentials for the academic institution that is registered in the Florida Department of Education Statewide Course Numbering System to teach the course;

2. Instructors with requisite faculty credentials as determined by the respective regionally accredited or nationally accredited university or college; or

3. Instructors who hold an active Fire Code Administrator Certification issued by the Division and hold an active Instructor I, II, or III Certification issued by the Division.

(d) Requirements for Fire Code Administrator Certificate of Compliance. The Bureau will issue a Fire Code Administrator Certificate of Compliance when the individual:

1. Successfully completes all required course work;

2. Possesses an active Firesafety Inspector I Certificate of Compliance issued by the Division;

3. Submits the required Form DFS-K4-2085, Application for Fire Code Administrator Certification, which is incorporated by reference in subsection 69A-37.039(2), F.A.C., and can be obtained where indicated in subsection 69A-37.039(1), F.A.C., with all supporting documentation and fees, to the Bureau; and

4. Has at least:

a. Six (6) years of full-time equivalent experience working as a certified Firesafety Inspector and who successfully completes the advanced training for fire prevention management and code enforcement outlined in subsection 69A-39.005(2), F.A.C.; or

b. Ten (10) years of documented full-time employment working as a certified Firesafety Inspector combined with at least five years of full-time equivalent management experience that includes analytical approaches to fire protection, fire service administration, fire prevention management, community risk reduction, and human resource management.  The applicant shall include dates of employment on Form DFS-K4-2085 and attach a copy of job description or attach a letter of attestation from the individual’s employer with dates of employment and description of job duties.

(3) Courses submitted for equivalency under subsections (1) or (2) will be reviewed by the Bureau. The Bureau will approve any course in subsections (1) or (2) which meets the criteria provided in this subsection. Requests for approval must be submitted in writing to the Bureau, 11655 N.W. Gainesville Road, Ocala, Florida 34482-1486. The following factors will be used to determine course equivalency: course title, course grade or record of course completion, number of academic credits earned, course hours attended, course description, course syllabus, student learning outcomes, and course objectives. All requests for course equivalency shall include, at a minimum:

(a) Name of course;

(b) Passage scores and rates;

(c) Required number of classroom hours; and

(d) Description of the course objectives, student learning outcomes, or job performance requirements covered.

(4) Recognition of Proboard Fire Service Professional Qualifications certifications for purposes of course equivalency.  Any individual issued both a Fire Inspector III Certification (2014 edition or later) and a Plans Examiner II Certification (2014 edition or later) from the Proboard Fire Service Professional Qualifications System meets the course requirements of this rule after successfully completing the course titled “Codes and Standards.”

(5) Recognition of International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) certifications for purposes of course equivalency.  Any individual issued both a Fire Inspector III Certification (2014 edition or later) and Plans Examiner II Certification (2014 edition or later) from the International Fire Service Accreditation Congress meets the course requirements of this rule after successfully completing the course titled “Codes and Standards.”

(6) Any Firesafety Inspector I Certificate of Compliance and Firesafety Inspector II Certification issued prior to <effective date of rule> remain active.

(7) Renewal of Firesafety Inspector and Fire Code Administrator Certification.

(a)1. A Firesafety Inspector and Fire Code Administrator Certification, unless renewed, expires four years after the issuance, reissuance, or last renewal date of the certificate, whichever date is later. Certification as a Fire Code Administrator or reissuance or renewal of that certification shall also renew the Firesafety Inspector Certification required by Rule 69A-39.005, F.A.C.

2. To renew a Firesafety Inspector or Fire Code Administrator Certification, an applicant must:

a. Successfully complete, during the four-year period before the certificate’s expiration date, at least 54 hours of continuing education in courses, workshops, or seminars approved by the Division, which relate to fire prevention, code enforcement, fire protection, fire dynamics, building construction, plan review, public education, leadership, fire prevention management, community risk reduction, ethics, fire investigation, or other areas related to fire prevention. For a certificate renewed or reissued on or after January 1, 2015, at least eight of the 54 hours required by this sub-subparagraph must consist of education or training related to the application of the Florida Fire Prevention Code adopted in Chapter 69A-60, F.A.C.

b. Submit, before the certificate’s expiration date, Form DFS-K4-1463, Certification Renewal Application (Inspector/Instructor), which is incorporated by reference in subsection 69A-37.039(2), F.A.C., and can be obtained where indicated in subsection 69A-37.039(1), F.A.C., to the Bureau. The form must be fully completed and must verify successful completion of the requirements set forth in sub-subparagraph (7)(a)2.a. Acceptable forms of verification include copies of certificates or certified college transcripts and records of course completion maintained in the Bureau’s database for continuing education.

3.  A Firesafety Inspector Certification may be reissued by the Division if the Firesafety Inspector Training Course outlined in Rule 69A-39.005, F.A.C., is successfully recompleted and a passing score is re-attained on the certification examination under Rule 69A-39.005, F.A.C. If a passing score is not re-attained, the provisions of subsection 633.216(4), F.S., shall govern the retaking of the examination.

(b)  Any person whose certification has expired shall not function as a Firesafety Inspector.

(c)  It is the responsibility of the certified Firesafety Inspector or Fire Code Administrator to notify the Bureau of any address changes in writing or by updating his or her personal profile online at https://floridastatefirecollege.org/.

Rulemaking Authority 633.104, 633.216(9), 633.406 FS. Law Implemented 633.216, 633.406  FS. History–New 11-21-83, Formerly 4A-39.05, Amended 8-2-88, 3-1-89, 10-23-90, 12-10-01, Formerly 4A-39.005, Amended 8-27-12, __________.

 

69A-39.009 Renewal of Firesafety Inspector and Fire Code Administrator Certification.

Rulemaking Authority 633.104(3), 633.216, 633.402(2) FS. Law Implemented 633.216, 633.406 FS. History–New 11-21-83, Formerly 4A-39.09, Amended 8-2-88, 3-1-89, Formerly 4A-39.009, Amended 8-27-12, 2-18-16, Repealed__________.

 

NAME OF PERSON ORIGINATING PROPOSED RULE: Mark Harper, Assistant Superintendent

NAME OF AGENCY HEAD WHO APPROVED THE PROPOSED RULE: Jimmy Patronis, Chief Financial Officer and State Fire Marshal

DATE PROPOSED RULE APPROVED BY AGENCY HEAD: July 1, 2019

DATE NOTICE OF PROPOSED RULE DEVELOPMENT PUBLISHED IN FAR: July 6, 2018