Sec. 1117.
(1) An individual who is employed as an apprentice plumber shall register with the department on a form provided by the department within 30 days after employment.
(2) An apprentice registration is invalid after 5 years from the date of initial registration unless the registered apprentice applies for and takes the examination for journey license. The registration of an apprentice who has applied for a journey license remains valid after the 5-year period until either a license is issued or the apprentice fails to take the examination.
(3) On request by the apprentice to the board, the board may grant an extension of an apprentice registration for a period of time as determined appropriate by the board.
(4) An apprentice plumber shall, as his or her principal occupation, be engaged in learning and assisting in the installation of plumbing under the direct on-site jobsite supervision of a journey or master plumber.
History: 2016, Act 407, Eff. Apr. 4, 2017
Structure Michigan Compiled Laws
Chapter 339 - Occupational Code
Act 407 of 2016 - Skilled Trades Regulation Act (339.5101 - 339.6133)
Article 11 - Plumbers and Plumbing Contractors (339.6101...339.6133)
Section 339.6101 - Definitions; a to J.
Section 339.6103 - Definitions; M to W.
Section 339.6105 - State Plumbing Board; Membership; Qualifications; Recommendations to Commission.
Section 339.6109 - Plumbing Contractor, Master, or Journey License; Examination.
Section 339.6117 - Apprentice Plumber; Registration; Requirements.
Section 339.6123 - Plumbing Inspector; Prohibited Conduct.
Section 339.6125 - Issuance of Plumbing Permit by Governmental Subdivision.
Section 339.6131 - Lost or Destroyed License or Registration; Reissuance; Fee; Statement.
Section 339.6133 - Liability of Person or State for Damages.