Department of Labor and Industry License Examination Information Guide 06/2020
Residential Building Contractor,
Residential Remodeler,
Residential Roofer,
& Manufactured Home Installer
License Examination Guide
The Licensing Unit of the Department of Labor and Industry provides this guide to individuals
applying for Residential Building Contractor, Residential Remodeler, Residential Roofer, and
Manufactured Home Installer license. The guide contains information about the exams and
process; however, it does not contain all the information an applicant needs to apply for
these individual certifications and pass the respective exam.
The examination format, difficulty, and length has not changed since July 2006.
This examination guide is based on the following resources:
• Minnesota Statutes § 176, 181, 326B, 327A, 327B, 333, & 514
• Minnesota Residential Code, 2020 edition
• Minnesota Rules chapters 1300, 1303, 1309, 1315, 1322, 1350, 1360, & 2891
• Code of Federal Regulations, Title 24, parts 3280, 3282, 3285, & 3286
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Table of Contents
Residential Building Contractor, Residential Remodeler, Residential Roofer, and Manufactured
Home Installer License ......................................................................................................................... 1
Examination........................................................................................................................................... 3
Purpose ........................................................................................................................................... 3
General Examination Information ................................................................................................. 3
Question Format ............................................................................................................................. 3
Examination Difficulty .................................................................................................................... 4
Length of Examination ................................................................................................................... 4
Scoring ............................................................................................................................................. 4
Examination Results ....................................................................................................................... 5
Examination Review ....................................................................................................................... 5
Sample Questions ................................................................................................................................. 5
Formulas and Calculations ................................................................................................................... 6
Units of Measurement ................................................................................................................... 6
Percentages..................................................................................................................................... 7
Equations......................................................................................................................................... 7
Examination Knowledge Areas ............................................................................................................ 8
Summary of Your Disability Rights .................................................................................................... 16
Reasonable Accommodation Request Form .............................................................................. 17
CCLD Licensing ADA/MHRA Data Practices Notice .................................................................... 18
Scheduling Examinations.................................................................................................................... 19
Examination Day ........................................................................................................................... 19
Location ......................................................................................................................................... 19
Reciprocal Agreements ...................................................................................................................... 19
Continuing Education Requirements................................................................................................. 19
License and Examination Application ................................................................................................ 20
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Examination
Purpose
The department requires individuals to pass an examination to obtain a Residential Building Contractor,
Residential Remodeler, Residential Roofer, or Manufactured Home Installer license. Passing the examination
shows an applicant’s ability to apply skills and knowledge gained through education, training, and/or
experience. Licensing demonstrates to the public that an individual is qualified.
This guide has the following information about the licensing examinations:
• Subject matter
• Question format
• Examination format and length
• Examination length
• Time allowed for completing the examination
• Examination process and rules
General Examination Information
Applicants cannot ask questions to department staff monitoring the examination. The examination instructions,
questions, and answers do not require any further explanation.
Examination questions test knowledge needed to become a Residential Building Contractor, Residential
Remodeler, Residential Roofer, or Manufactured Home Installer.
The department provides current statutes and codes as reference materials along with a standard desktop
calculator for applicants to use during the examination. The calculator includes addition, subtraction,
multiplication, division, square root, and percentage functions. The reference materials are available for the
entire exam. However, applicants should not rely on the reference materials to answer all the questions.
No other materials or electronic devices, including cell phones, are allowed in the building.
Applicants will automatically fail the examination and be required to submit a new application, including
required fees, for the following actions:
• Giving assistance to or receiving it from anyone, including those who are also taking the examination;
• Copying questions or making notes regarding questions; or
• Leaving the building before completing the examination.
Applicants may leave the examination room to use the restroom within the building.
The department may electronically monitor the examination room.
Applicants may only view examination materials during the examination because they are classified as
nonpublic data per Minnesota Statutes §13.34. This ensures the fairness and integrity of the examination
process.
Question Format
Examination questions require applicants to show they have the skills and knowledge needed to be a Residential
Building Contractors, Residential Remodelers, Residential Roofers, or Manufactured Home Installers. The
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department designed the examinations to test an applicant’s ability t
o apply knowledge and the building code
to situations they may encounter. In order to assess applicants, the examinations have:
• Multiple choice questions with answer selections that could be correct. An applicant’s knowledge will
a
llow them to determine which of the reasonable answers is correct.
• Questions with unnecessary information that test and applicant’s ability to determine what
information is important to answer the question correctly.
• The information contained in the question will direct applicants to apply their knowledge of the subject
area or code to arrive at the correct answer.
A
ll examination questions are multiple choice. The question or statement will be followed by five answer
options that you may select from. The examination has different multiple-choice question formats:
• Questions that require applicants to select more than one answer period the question will state how
many answers must be selected.
• Questions phrased negatively so applicants must select the answer options that do not apply.
A
pplicants must select the answer option that is not correct. All other answer options are correct.
A
dditional information:
• As many as five different versions of the same examination may be given on the same day.
• The Department may modify the examinations up to three times during a code adoption cycle.
• The Department accepts suggestions and questions about the examinations and may use them to
de
velop future examinations.
Examination Difficulty
The license category an applicant applies for determines the difficulty of the examination and its questions. For
example, the Residential Building Contractor license examination contains questions that are more difficult
than the questions contained in Residential Roofer license examination. A Residential Building Contractor must
be more knowledgeable about the requirements of the Residential Building Code.
Length of Examination
The license examinations for Residential Building Contractor, Residential Remodeler, Residential Roofer, and
Manufactured Home Installer test applicants about technical information, business requirements, the
Residential code, and Minnesota statutes. Below is the number of questions on each examination and the
length of time an applicant has to complete it.
License Examination
Number of Examination
Questions
Time Provided
Residential Building Contractor
110
5.5 hours
Residential Remodeler
110
5.5 hours
Residential Roofer
110
5.5 hours
Manufactured Home Installer
90
5.5 hours
Scoring
• All questions have the same point value.
• Partial points are not granted. Applicants will receive full credit for answering the question correctly.
If a question is answered incorrectly, then no points are given.
• Applicants will pass the examination if they answer 70 percent of the questions correctly.
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Examination Results
• The department will mail results within two weeks of the examination.
• Results cannot be provided to applicants by telephone or email.
• If an applicant passes, a letter containing instructions about obtaining certification will be sent.
• If an applicant fails, a letter containing instructions about how to retake the examination will be sent.
Applic
ants must wait 30 days after receiving results before reapplying.
Examination Review
• The department rechecks examinations that are within five percentage points of passing.
• The department will not provide a written or oral review of an applicant’s examination. However,
applicants may submit a written comment to the licensing unit about specific examination questions.
Sample Questions
Below are examples of the question formats used in the examinations. The knowledge areas used in the sample
questions may not apply to examinations for all license categories.
1.
Which three of the following requirements specifically apply to conventionally framed floor cantilevers?
A.
Floor cantilever spans shall not exceed the nominal depth of the wood floor joist.
B.
Floor cantilevers are not permitted when an exterior deck is attached to the floor framing.
C.
Floor cantilevers supporting an exterior balcony are permitted to be constructed in accordance
with
Table R502.3.3(2).
D.
Floor cantilevers are permitted to exceed the nominal depth of the joist if the joists are doubled.
E.
Floor cantilevers constructed in accordance with Table R502.3.3 (1) shall be permitted when
supporting
a light-framed bearing wall and roof only.
A
nswers: A, C, E Reference: IRC R502.3.3
This question demonstrates “multiple correct answers” multiple-choice question format.
2.
Which of the five statements listed below does not correctly state code requirements pertaining to
tenant separations in a Covered Mall building?
A.
Tenant spaces are not required to be separated from the mall.
B.
Each tenant space shall be separated from other tenant spaces by a fire partition complying with
Section 708.
C.
A tenant separation wall is not required in attic or ceiling spaces above tenant separation walls.
D.
Tenant spaces shall be separated from each other by a 2-hour fire wall.
E.
Tenant separation walls shall have a fire-resistance of not less than 1 hour.
A
nswer: D Reference IBC 402 and IBC 708
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This question is phrased negatively. All answers are correct except for one. Applicants are asked to select the
one answer that does not meet the condition in the question.
3.
The maximum allowable floor area per floor, without allowable area increases, for a two story, Type V-B,
Group B occupancy that has 3 different tenants including a bank, an outpatient clinic, and post office in the
basement is limited to square feet.
Answer: A Reference IBC Table 503
This question has unnecessary information about the building tenants. It tests an applicant's ability to ignore
that information and focus on the items that are important.
4.
Only one exit stairway is required from the second floor of a single-family dwelling unit. A second stairway
is shown on the plan that connects the second floor with the first floor and basement. The second
stairway
must meet the following:
A.
The stairway must be in a vertical exit enclosure in accordance with IBC 1020.1.
B.
The stairway is not required to comply with rise and run requirements.
C.
The stairway is not required to comply with headroom requirements of R311.7.2.
D.
There may be reduced sized landings at each floor level.
E.
Stairways must meet all the requirements of section R311.7.
Answer: E Reference IRC R311.1
This question is a typical multiple-choice question. It asks an applicant to select one of the answer options
provided.
Formulas and Calculations
The examinations require applicants to use mathematical formulas and calculations. The examples provided
are basic and do not include all the formulas and calculations an applicant must be familiar with in order to
pass.
The knowledge applicants have gained through practical experience is useful, but other resources are necessary
to find examples of more complicated calculations and formulas. Studying other resources will help to be as
prepared as possible.
Units of Measurement
All questions and answers use the inch-pound unit system.
A.
9,000
B.
27,000
C.
18,000
D.
3,000
E.
13,500
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Percentages
A percentage is the ratio of a whole number to 100. To express the percentage (%) as a decimal value, divide
the percentage by 100.
Sample Percentage Questions:
What is 70% of 140?
The percentage amount is divided by 100 to obtain the decimal value:
70 ÷ 100 = .70
Then, 140 is multiplied by .70
140 x .70 = 98
Answer: 98
What is the result of increasing 120 by 25%?
The percentage amount is divided by 100:
25 ÷ 100 = .25
Then, 120 is multiplied by .25:
120 x .25 = 30
30 is then added to the original value of 120
30 + 120 = 150
Answer: 150
Equations
An algebraic formula is a type of equation that shows the relationship among different variables. If the formula
is known, then the opposite function can be performed on both sides of the equation to isolate the unknown
variable.
For example, a simple formula is a + b = c. If a = 7 and c = 10, then the equation is:
7 + b = 10. To determine what the unknown b variable is you subtract 7 from each side of the equal sign:
7 + b – 7 = 10 – 7
b = 3
If the formula is known, then the opposite function can be performed on both sides of the equation to produce
a variation of the equation. Using the formula, a + b = c, it may be changed by subtracting a or b from both
sides resulting in the equations:
a = c – b OR b = c – a.
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Examination Knowledge Areas
Applicants are expected to be familiar with the knowledge areas for the license category. However, the
examination may not test familiarity with all knowledge areas.
The following table generally identifies knowledge areas included in examinations by certification type.
Residential Building Contractor Examination Content Outline
60 Scored Questions
Knowledge Area
Code References
I. Plans and Specifications
Minnesota Rules 1300
A. Basic Plan Information
Minnesota Rules 1300
II. Energy Code (Envelope Criteria)
2020 Residential Energy Code
A. Interior Air Barrier
2020 Residential Energy Code
B. Wind Wash Barrier
2020 Residential Energy Code
C. Vapor Retarder
2020 Residential Energy Code
D. Insulation
2020 Residential Energy Code
E. Fenestration (Doors and Windows) Openings
2020 Residential Energy Code
F. Mechanical/Passive Ventilation
2020 Residential Energy Code
III. Building Planning/Life Safety
2020 Residential Code
A. Means of Egress
2020 Residential Code
B. Stairways
2020 Residential Code
C. Smoke Alarms
2020 Residential Code
D. Required Exit Door
2020 Residential Code
E. Wall Between House and Garage
2020 Residential Code
F. Safety Glazing
2020 Residential Code
G. Natural Light and Ventilation
2020 Residential Code
H. Minimum Ceiling Heights
2020 Residential Code
I. Replacement Windows
2020 Residential Code
IV. Sitework
2020 Residential Code
A. Soils
2020 Residential Code
B. Surveys
2020 Residential Code
C. Excavation (Gopher One Call)
2020 Residential Code
D. Filling/Soil Correction
2020 Residential Code
E. Erosion Control
2020 Residential Code
F. Backfill
2020 Residential Code
G. Frost Protection
2020 Residential Code
V. Concrete & Masonry Footings and Foundations
2020 Residential Code
A. Strength of Concrete
2020 Residential Code
1. Admixtures
2020 Residential Code
2. Specification
2020 Residential Code
3. Air Entrainment
2020 Residential Code
B. Curing
2020 Residential Code
C. Foundation Wall Design
2020 Residential Code
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Knowledge Area
Code References
D. Vertical Reinforcement and Anchors
2020 Residential Code
E. Minimum Size Footings
2020 Residential Code
F. Damp proofing and Waterproofing
2020 Residential Code
G. Slab-On-Grade
2020 Residential Code
VI. Carpentry
2020 Residential Code
A. Protection Against Decay
2020 Residential Code
B. Floor Systems
2020 Residential Code
1. Engineered
2020 Residential Code
2. Conventional
2020 Residential Code
C. Wall Framing
2020 Residential Code
D. Roof Framing and Trusses
2020 Residential Code
1. Engineered
2020 Residential Code
2. Conventional
2020 Residential Code
E. Stairs
2020 Residential Code
F. Decks and Balconies
2020 Residential Code
G. Chimneys and Chases
2020 Residential Code
H. Structural
2020 Residential Code
I. Wood Foundations
2020 Residential Code
VII. Roofing
2020 Residential Code
A. Underlayment/Ice Protection
2020 Residential Code
B. Rolled Roofing
2020 Residential Code
C. Asphalt Shingles
2020 Residential Code
D. Wood Shingles and Shakes
2020 Residential Code
E. Flashing
2020 Residential Code
F. Ventilation
2020 Residential Code
VIII. Exterior Finishes
2020 Residential Code
A. House Wraps
2020 Residential Code
B. Flashing
2020 Residential Code
C. Siding
2020 Residential Code
1. Vertical
2020 Residential Code
2. Wood
2020 Residential Code
3. Aluminum and Vinyl
2020 Residential Code
4. Hardboard
2020 Residential Code
D. Wood Shakes and Shingles
2020 Residential Code
E. Stucco
2020 Residential Code
F. Brick
2020 Residential Code
IX. Foam Plastic Insulation
2020 Residential Code
A. Flame Spread
2020 Residential Code
B. Thermal Protection
2020 Residential Code
X. Interior Finishes
2020 Residential Code
A. Drywall
2020 Residential Code
XI. Associated Issues
2020 Residential Code
A. Electrical
Minnesota Rules 1315
B. Plumbing
Minnesota Rules 4714
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Knowledge Area
Code References
C. Energy
2020 Residential Energy Code
XII. Job Site Safety
Minnesota Statutes 326B
A. Lead
Minnesota Statutes 326B
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Residential Remodeler Examination Content Outline
60 Scored Questions
Knowledge Area
Code References
I. Plans and Specifications
Minnesota Rules 1300
A. Basic Plan Information
Minnesota Rules 1300
II. Energy Code (Envelope Criteria)
2020 Residential Energy Code
A. Interior Air Barrier
2020 Residential Energy Code
B. Wind Wash Barrier
2020 Residential Energy Code
C. Vapor Retarder
2020 Residential Energy Code
D. Insulation
2020 Residential Energy Code
E. Fenestration (Doors and Windows) Openings
2020 Residential Energy Code
F. Mechanical/Passive Ventilation
2020 Residential Energy Code
III. Building Planning/Life Safety
2020 Residential Code
A. Means of Egress
2020 Residential Code
B. Stairways
2020 Residential Code
C. Smoke Alarms
2020 Residential Code
D. Required Exit Door
2020 Residential Code
E. Wall Between House and Garage
2020 Residential Code
F. Safety Glazing
2020 Residential Code
G. Natural Light and Ventilation
2020 Residential Code
H. Minimum Ceiling Heights
2020 Residential Code
I. Replacement Windows
2020 Residential Code
IV. Sitework
2020 Residential Code
A. Soils
2020 Residential Code
B. Surveys
2020 Residential Code
C. Excavation (Gopher One Call)
2020 Residential Code
D. Filling/Soil Correction
2020 Residential Code
E. Erosion Control
2020 Residential Code
F. Backfill
2020 Residential Code
G. Frost Protection
2020 Residential Code
V. Concrete & Masonry Footings and Foundations
2020 Residential Code
A. Strength of Concrete
2020 Residential Code
1. Admixtures
2020 Residential Code
2. Specification
2020 Residential Code
3. Air Entrainment
2020 Residential Code
B. Curing
2020 Residential Code
C. Foundation Wall Design
2020 Residential Code
D. Vertical Reinforcement and Anchors
2020 Residential Code
E. Minimum Size Footings
2020 Residential Code
F. Damp proofing and Waterproofing
2020 Residential Code
Knowledge Area
Code References
G. Slab-On-Grade
2020 Residential Code
VI. Carpentry
2020 Residential Code
A. Protection Against Decay
2020 Residential Code
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Knowledge Area
Code References
B. Floor Systems
2020 Residential Code
1. Engineered
2020 Residential Code
2. Conventional
2020 Residential Code
C. Wall Framing
2020 Residential Code
D. Roof Framing and Trusses
2020 Residential Code
1. Engineered
2020 Residential Code
2. Conventional
2020 Residential Code
E. Stairs
2020 Residential Code
F. Decks and Balconies
2020 Residential Code
G. Chimneys and Chases
2020 Residential Code
H. Structural
2020 Residential Code
I. Wood Foundations
2020 Residential Code
VII. Roofing
2020 Residential Code
A. Underlayment/Ice Protection
2020 Residential Code
B. Rolled Roofing
2020 Residential Code
C. Asphalt Shingles
2020 Residential Code
D. Wood Shingles and Shakes
2020 Residential Code
E. Flashing
2020 Residential Code
F. Ventilation
2020 Residential Code
VIII. Exterior Finishes
2020 Residential Code
A. House Wraps
2020 Residential Code
B. Flashing
2020 Residential Code
C. Siding
2020 Residential Code
1. Vertical
2020 Residential Code
2. Wood
2020 Residential Code
3. Aluminum and Vinyl
2020 Residential Code
4. Hardboard
2020 Residential Code
D. Wood Shakes and Shingles
2020 Residential Code
E. Stucco
2020 Residential Code
F. Brick
2020 Residential Code
IX. Foam Plastic Insulation
2020 Residential Code
A. Flame Spread
2020 Residential Code
B. Thermal Protection
2020 Residential Code
X. Interior Finishes
2020 Residential Code
A. Drywall
2020 Residential Code
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Residential Roofer Examination Content Outline
60 Scored Questions
Knowledge Area
Code References
I. General Roofing Principles and Estimating
2020 Residential Code
A. Requirements Specific to Roofers
Minnesota Statutes 326B
1. Bonding
Minnesota Statutes 326B
2. Code Edition
2020 Residential Code
3. Basic Roofing Math Skills
2020 Residential Code
4. Determine Pitch of Roof
2020 Residential Code
5. Evaluating an Existing Roof System (Number of Layers)
2020 Residential Code
II. Roof Deck Requirements
2020 Residential Code
A. Spaced Sheathing
2020 Residential Code
B. Thickness and Type of Sheathing
2020 Residential Code
III. Underlayment
2020 Residential Code
A. Ice Protection
2020 Residential Code
B. General Underlayment
2020 Residential Code
C. Half Lap vs. 2-Inch Lap
2020 Residential Code
D. General Underlayment
2020 Residential Code
IV. Pitched Roofs
2020 Residential Code
A. Asphalt Shingles
2020 Residential Code
1. Starter Course
2020 Residential Code
2. Staples vs. Nails
2020 Residential Code
3. Overhang
2020 Residential Code
4. Attachment
2020 Residential Code
B. Wood Shingles and Shakes
2020 Residential Code
1. Grade of Wood
2020 Residential Code
2. Minimum Deck Slope
2020 Residential Code
3. Application
2020 Residential Code
4. Standard of Material
2020 Residential Code
5. Overhang
2020 Residential Code
C. Tile and Slate
2020 Residential Code
1. Starter Course
2020 Residential Code
2. Underlayment
2020 Residential Code
3. Application
2020 Residential Code
D. Metal Roofs
2020 Residential Code
1. Compatibility of Different Metals
2020 Residential Code
2. Structural Systems
2020 Residential Code
3. Expansion and Contraction
2020 Residential Code
4. Manufacturer Installation Requirements
2020 Residential Code
5. Attachment
2020 Residential Code
6. Flashing
2020 Residential Code
V. Low-Sloped Roofs
2020 Residential Code
A. Rolled Roofing
2020 Residential Code
B. Membranes
2020 Residential Code
C. Built-up
2020 Residential Code
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Knowledge Area
Code References
D. Drainage
2020 Residential Code
VI. Roofing Fasteners
2020 Residential Code
A. Types of Fasteners
2020 Residential Code
B. Location of Fasteners
2020 Residential Code
C. Number of Fasteners
2020 Residential Code
VII. Flashing
2020 Residential Code
A. Step Flashing
2020 Residential Code
B. Apron Flashing
2020 Residential Code
C. Counter Flashing
2020 Residential Code
D. Cricket/Saddle Flashing
2020 Residential Code
E. Valley Flashing
2020 Residential Code
F. Base and Cap Flashing
2020 Residential Code
G. Kick-out Flashing
2020 Residential Code
VIII. Ventilation
2020 Residential Code
A. Installation of Vents
2020 Residential Code
B. Types of Vents
2020 Residential Code
C. Requirements
2020 Residential Code
IX. Reroofing
2020 Residential Code
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Manufactured Home Installer Examination Content Outline
50 Scored Questions
Knowledge Area
Code References
I. Federal and State Standards, Rules, and Regulations
Minnesota Rules 1350
A. Seals, Construction Labels, and Certificates
Minnesota Statutes 327B, CFR 3280
B. Alternate Construction
CFR 3282
C. Permits and Inspections
Minnesota Rules 1300
D. Alterations
Minnesota Rules 1350
II. Placement and Site Preparation
Minnesota Rules 1350
A. Temporary Support
Minnesota Rules 1350
B. Conditions of Delivery
Minnesota Rules 1300
C. Surveys/Site Plans
Minnesota Rules 1300
D. Soils
Minnesota Rules 1303
1. Support
Minnesota Rules 1350
2. Stabilizing
Minnesota Rules 1350
E. Excavation
Minnesota Rules 1350
F. Filling/Soil Correction/Compaction
Minnesota Rules 1350
G. Backfill/Site Drainage/Moisture Barrier
2006 IRC, CFR 3285
III. Stabilizing System
Minnesota Rules 1350
A. Support Systems
Minnesota Rules 1350
1. Footings
Minnesota Rules 1350
2. Foundation Systems and Piers
Minnesota Rules 1350
B. Anchoring Systems
Minnesota Rules 1350
1. Anchors, Anchor Equipment, Connections, and Ties
Minnesota Rules 1350
2. Design
Minnesota Rules 1350
3. Approval
Minnesota Rules 1350
C. Installation
Minnesota Rules 1350
IV. Multi-Section Connections and Alternate Construction
CFR 3280
A. Structural Connections
CFR 3280
1. Floor
CFR 3280
2. Ridge/Roof
CFR 3280
3. Sidewall
CFR 3280
4. Ceiling
CFR 3280
B. Weatherization
CFR 3280
C. Drain/Waste and Vent
CFR 3280
D. Water
CFR 3280
E. Gas Piping
CFR 3280
F. Heating and Air Conditioning Ducting
CFR 3280
G. Electrical
CFR 3280
V. Site – Utilities Installation and Testing
Minnesota Rules 4714, CFR 3280
A. Water
Minnesota Rules 4714, CFR 3280
B. Sewer
Minnesota Rules 4714, CFR 3280
C. Gas
Minnesota Rules 1350, CFR 3285
D. Electrical
Minnesota Rules 1315
VI. Skirting and Perimeter Enclosure/Ventilation
Minnesota Rules 1350, CFR 3285
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Applicants are expected to be familiar with the knowledge areas for the certification type. However, the
e
xamination may not test familiarity with all knowledge areas.
Summary of Your Disability Rights
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Minnesota Human Rights Act (MHRA) require the Department
of Labor and industry to provide reasonable accommodations and modifications for qualified individuals with
disabilities who are applying for a license, taking a test, and accessing a facility. The accommodation must be
requested, be necessary and not create an undue burden.
• A
qualified individual must meet the essential eligibility requirements for the license sought.
• A person with a disability has a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits the major life
activity.
• A person with a disability it is substantially limited when his or her impairment causes significant
difficulty, effort, and time to perform a major life activity in comparison to most people in the genera
l
po
pulation. A major life activity includes caring for oneself, performing manual tasks, seeing, hearing,
eating, sleeping, walking, standing, sitting, reaching, lifting, bending, speaking, breathing, learning,
reading, concentrating, thinking, communicating, interacting with others and working.
If
you have questions, call:
• ADA - 1-800-514-3001 (voice) or 1-800-514-0383 (TTY)
• MHRH - 1-800-657-3704 (voice) or 1-800-627-3529 (Minnesota Relay)
If
you are a qualified individual with a disability and need reasonable accommodation to apply for a license take a
test or access a facility:
• Fill in, sign and date the Reasonable Accommodation Request Form
;
• Sign in date the data practices act form; and
• Mail or drop off both forms to DLI with your application for examination form.
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Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry
CCLD Licensing and Certification Services
443 Lafayette Road North
St. Paul, MN 55155
Phone: (651) 284-5031
Fax: (651) 284-5743
Email: dli.license@state.mn.us
www.dli.mn.gov
A
ll requests must first be approved by DLI’s Construction Codes and Licensing Division. Candidates must wait
for confirmation of the approval before applying, scheduling an examination or accessing a facility.
Last name First name M.I.
Date
Street address
City State Zip code
Phone number
Email address
Describe the accommodation you want (equipment, reader, extra testing time, etc.)
Describe any accommodation DLI has provided you in the past
An individual who has a physical or mental disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as amended, or
the Minnesota Human Rights Act (MHRA) may request an accommodation to apply for a license, take an examination or
access a facility.
T
he Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry (DLI) will provide an accommodation unless it creates an undue burden.
DLI will contact the requestor upon receipt of required documents and after a determination is made. An examination will
be scheduled and confirmed directly with the applicant.
I
f you wish to request an accommodation, send the following to DLI’s CCLD Licensing.
1. This accommodation request form – filled in, signed and dated.
2. A written statement from your health care provider (on letterhead, signed and dated by your health care provider)
documenting: the nature of your disability; what major life activity your disability substantially limits; and the type of
reasonable accommodation needed to apply for a license, take a license test or access a building.
3. The attached Licensing ADA data practices notice – signed and dated.
Note: If you are requesting an accommodation to take a license test, also include your Application for Examination form
along with the above documents.
Office use only
Application number ______________________ Approved date _____________ Denied date _____________
This material can be made available in different forms, such as audio, Braille or large print by calling (651) 284-5005 or 1-800-342-
5354.
Reasonable Accommodation Request Form
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CCLD Licensing ADA/MHRA Data Practices Notice
Pursuant to the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act, Minnesota Statutes § 13.04, subd. 2, the Minnesota
Department of Labor and Industry (DLI) is asking you to supply private or confidential data concerning your
request for reasonable accommodation or modification as governed by the Americans with Disabilities Act
(ADA), as amended, and/or the Minnesota Human Rights Act (MHRA).
Sign and date below after you have fully read, understand and agree to the following.
• I authorize the DLI Construction Codes and Licensing Division’s (CCLD’s), Licensing Section and any other
authorized division within DLI to receive and review my medical information to determine whether I
have a disability and my need for reasonable accommodation.
• I u
nderstand the medical information being requested shall be provided to DLI’s CCLD Licensing Sectio
n
w
ithin 15 days of written request. If the requested information is not provided within 15 days of
request, reasonable accommodation may be delayed or denied.
• I a
uthorize any authorized personnel from DLI to contact my health care provider to clarify an
d
a
uthenticate medical information should it be deemed incomplete or insufficient and I fail to resolve
any deficiency within seven days of written request from DLI.
• I u
nderstand I may refuse to provide DLI with the requested medical information. However, I
understand refusal may result in reasonable accommodation being delayed or denied.
• I understand the medical information I provide may be accessed by authorized DLI personnel to
determine eligibility under the ADA/MHRA and released to other persons or entities authorized by stat
e
or federal law.
Signature of person requesting accommodation Date
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Scheduling Examinations
Do not schedule an examination until you receive notification that the Department approved your
application. The Department must verify that an applicant qualifies for a license before the examination is
scheduled. Applicants will be directed to the department's website to schedule an examination
The
department will not schedule dates for individuals who have not received written approval for of their
application
Appl
icants must schedule their examinations. Walk-ins are not permitted. Applicants may reschedule their
examination one time. The Department will deny applications of individuals that fail to appear for a rescheduled
examination.
A
pplicants that have failed the examination must apply to retest, submit the fee, and qualify for another
examination date.
F
or more information about exam dates, location and scheduling, visit:
http://www.dli.mn.gov/business/get-licenses-and-permits/license-exam-schedule
Examination Day
• Applicants must arrive at least 30 minutes before their examination is scheduled to begin.
• T
he Department requires applicants to present photo ID before they can take the examination.
• Applicants can bring food and beverages into the examination room
.
Location
The Department of Labor and Industry building is located at 443 Lafayette Rd North, Saint Paul, north of the
intersection of Interstate 94 in US highway 52 (Lafayette Rd North), northeast of downtown Saint Paul.
T
he “Approved for Examination” letter contains specific instructions for those scheduled to take the
examination in Saint Paul or at a site in greater Minnesota.
Reciprocal Agreements
The Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry does not have reciprocal agreements with other states for
Residential Building Contractors, Residential Remodelers, Residential Roofers, and Manufactured Home
Installers licenses. If an individual has received certification from another state, they must still apply for
certification in Minnesota and take the examination.
Continuing Education Requirements
The department requires licensed Residential Building Contractors, Residential Remodelers, Residential Roofers,
and Manufactured Home Installers to complete continuing education in order to maintain their license.
Minnesota Statutes § 326B.821
describes the continuing education requirements for each category. Continuing
education credits may be used for renewal of more than one category of license but may only be used once for
each category of license. Continuing education credits beyond those required for renewal and earned prior to
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license ex
piration do not carry over to the next license term. The department approves continuing education
that meets the requirements of Minnesota Statutes § 326B.0981, subd. 5 and has content that is useful to
Residential Building Contractors, Residential Remodelers, Residential Roofers, and Manufactured Home
Installers. For a list of continuing education courses, visit:
https://secure.doli.state.mn.us/ccldcecourses/
License and Examination Application
For a license application, visit: https://secure.doli.state.mn.us/license/intro.aspx
Upon request this document can be made available in alternative formats (Braille, large print,
or audio).
