2005 Rhode Island Code - § 23-27.3-107.1.1 — Local inspector.

    (a) The appropriate local authority may appoint one or more local full time or part time inspectors to assist the building official in the performance of his or her duties and in the enforcement of this code.

   (b) Building inspectors shall have a minimum of three (3) years experience in general building construction, and except for the length of experience required, shall possess similar qualifications of a local building official as required by § 23-27.3-107.5.

   (2) Electrical inspectors shall have a minimum of five (5) years experience and a Rhode Island Class A or Class B electricians license.

   (3) Mechanical inspectors shall have a minimum of five (5) years and a valid Rhode Island master pipe fitters I and master refrigeration I contractors license.

   (4) Plumbing inspectors shall have a minimum of five (5) years experience and a Rhode Island master or journeyperson plumbers license.

   (5) Mechanical and plumbing inspectors who have been enforcing either code prior to January 1, 1986, may continue to do so.

   (6) Any person serving in the position of building inspector on July 3, 1989 shall comply with the requirements of subsection (b)(1) within three (3) years of July 3, 1989.