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What can I do with a Florida LIMITED ENERGY SPECIALTY ELECTRICAL State License?
The scope of certification of a Florida Limited Energy systems specialty contractor includes the installation, repair, fabrication, erection, alteration, addition to, or design of electrical wiring, fixtures, appliances, thermostats, apparatus, raceways, conduit, and fiber optics (transmission of light over stranded glass) or any part thereof not to exceed 98 volts, (RMS). The scope of work of this license does not include installation, repair, fabrication, erection, alteration, addition to, or design of electrical wiring, fixtures, appliances, thermostats, apparatus, raceways, conduit, that are part of an alarm system. This license is used by different types of businesses in Florida, some of which are commercial locksmiths specializing in key-less access controls or electronic keys (i.e. hotel door-key systems), companies which install access gates (wireless and key-pad) for gated-communities, security companies installing CCTV cameras, companies specializing audio-visual and home entertainment (i.e. Home Theater) systems, IT companies installing internet, phone systems and data networks, as well as companies engaged in satellite and dish installations.
(a) The scope of certification is limited to electrical circuits and equipment as set forth in Section 489.505(7), F.S.
(b) The scope of certification shall not include work performed by public utilities exempt under the terms of Section 489.503(4), F.S., or exempt due to the regulatory jurisdiction of the Florida Public Service Commission.
(c) The scope of work of this license may also be performed by the following certified and registered license categories: Unlimited Electrical Contractor, Alarm System Contractor I, Alarm System Contractor II, and Residential Electrical Contractor.
LIMITED ENERGY SPECIALTY Licensing Requirements
Licensing Requirements
ge: Must be at least 18 years of age.
Testing: Candidates must obtain a passing score on the Limited Energy (Low Voltage) and Business tests before applying for licensure. Passing exam scores must be less than 2 years old.
Application Fee: If applying for active status, the applicant must submit a check for $300 USD payable to the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation. If applicant wishes to be inactive instead, the check must be in the amount of $55 USD only.
Net Worth: The minimum business net worth requirement is $5,000 USD.
Credit Reports: Applicant must submit a report from a nationally recognized credit reporting agency, which includes a public records statement that records have been checked at local, state, and federal levels. Those applicants wishing to qualify a business must also submit a business report.
Insurance: The minimum liability insurance requirements are $100,000/per person for public liability and $300,000/per occurrence; and $500,000 for property damage, ora minimum combined single limit policy of $800,000. Applicant must also attest to obtain worker’s comp coverage or an exemption within 30 days after license is issued.
Experience: A person will qualify for a certified Unlimited license by meeting one of the following requirements:
(1) Must have three (3) years of management experience in the trade of electrical contracting within the last six (6) years immediately preceding the filing of the application; or
(2) Must have four (4) years of experience as a foreman, supervisor or contractor in the trade within the last eight (8) years immediately preceding the filing of the application; or
(3) Must have six (6) years of comprehensive training, technical education or supervisory experience associated with an electrical or alarm contracting business within the last 12 years immediately preceding the filing of the application; or must have at least six (6) years technical experience in related work with the Armed Forces or a governmental entity within the last 12 years immediately preceding the filing of the application; or have a combination of these qualifications totaling six (6) years of experience; or
(4) Must be licensed as an electrical professional engineer for three (3) years within the last 12 years. Provide a copy of current electrical professional engineer license and transcripts showing electrical engineering work; or
(5) Must have a combination of experience listed in 1-3 above totaling 6 years within the last 12 years.
Applicants are required to submit copies of W2’s to verify employment with the qualified business.
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Submitting the Application Form
The applicant must submit complete application form along with supporting documentation and applicable fees to the
Department of Business and Professional Regulation at
1940 North Monroe Street
Tallahassee, FL32399-0783
LIMITED ENERGY SPECIALTY Electrical Contractor Exams
Electrical Contractor Exams
Obtaining the STATE LIMITED ENERGY SPECIALTY Contractor’s License in Florida, requires obtaining passing scores on both the Electrical and the Business and Law Exams. Below is a detailed description of each one of the two exams.
Electrical Exam
- Testing Method: Computer-Based (at testing center). Open Book.
- Testing Company: Pearson Vue
- Hours Allotted: 5
- Passing Score: 75%
- Types of Questions: Multiple Choice only.
- Total Number of questions: 100
- Subjects Involved:
- – General Theory and Electrical Principles
– Plan, Schematics, and Diagram Reading and Interpretation
– Wiring and Protection
– Wiring Methods and Materials
– OSHA, Safety, Procedures for Testing and Use of Tools and Equipment
– Americans with Disabilities Act
– Limited Energy/ Low Voltage
Business Exams
This 2.5-hour exam contains 50 questions and covers the following subjects:
- Maintaining Cash Flow
- Estimating and Bidding a Job
- Interpretation of Contracts and Agreements
- Purchasing Control
- Contract Scheduling
- Obtaining Insurance and Bonding
- Complying with Contracting Laws and Rules
- Personnel Management
- Complying with Payroll and Sales Tax Laws
- Interpretation of Financial Statements and Reports
- Management Accounting
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