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Texas Insurance Code - INS § 6001.052. Adoption of Rules

Current as of January 01, 2024 | Updated by Findlaw Staff

(a) In adopting necessary rules, the commissioner may use recognized standards, including standards:

(1) published by the National Fire Protection Association;

(2) recognized by federal law or regulation;

(3) published by any nationally recognized standards-making organization; or

(4) contained in the manufacturer's installation manuals.

(b) The commissioner shall adopt and administer rules determined essentially necessary for the protection and preservation of life and property regarding:

(1) registration of firms engaged in the business of:

(A) installing or servicing portable fire extinguishers or planning, certifying, installing, or servicing fixed fire extinguisher systems; or

(B) hydrostatic testing of fire extinguisher cylinders;

(2) the examination and licensing of individuals to:

(A) install or service portable fire extinguishers; and

(B) plan, certify, install, or service fixed fire extinguisher systems; and

(3) requirements for:

(A) installing or servicing portable fire extinguishers; and

(B) planning, certifying, installing, or servicing fixed fire extinguisher systems.

(c) The commissioner by rule shall prescribe requirements for applications and qualifications for licenses, permits, and certificates issued under this chapter.

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