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What is NYC AC § 28-423.1?

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This section defines the qualifications necessary for performing gas work in New York City, stipulating that such work must be conducted under the supervision of a licensed master plumber. It specifies the criteria for individuals holding full or limited gas work qualifications. Applies to those involved in gas work operations.

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§ 28-423.1 Qualification required.

AC § 28-423.1

For the purposes of this article, "gas work" means work covered by section 101.2 of the New York city fuel gas code, where such work is required by this code to be performed under the direct and continuing supervision of a licensed master plumber, provided that the term "gas work" shall not include periodic inspections required pursuant to article 318 of chapter 3 of title 28 of the administrative code. It shall be unlawful to perform gas work unless such work is performed by: 1. A licensed master plumber; or 2. A person working under the direct and continuing supervision of a licensed master plumber if such person: 2.1. Holds a full gas work qualification pursuant to this article; or 2.2. Holds a limited gas work qualification pursuant to this article and is performing such work under the direct supervision of (i) a person who holds a full gas work qualification pursuant to this article or (ii) a licensed master plumber. Exception: The provisions of this article shall not apply to gas work performed, serviced and maintained by utility corporations and subject to the jurisdiction of the New York state public service commission. (L.L. 2016/150, 12/6/2016, eff. 12/6/2016; Am. L.L. 2021/126, 11/7/2021, eff. 11/7/2022; Am. L.L. 2023/077, 6/11/2023, eff. 6/11/2023) Editor's note: For related unconsolidated provisions, see Appendix A at L.L. 2021/126 and L.L. 2023/077.

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