SB 1299CALIFORNIASession 20252026

California SB 1299 mandates state certification for all fire sprinkler fitters

Original title: State Fire Marshal Fire Sprinkler Fitter Certification Act.

August 30, 2026

Fire Safety Professional Licensing Construction Public Safety State Regulation StateFireMarshalFireSprinklerFitterCertificationAct

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The Frame

What this does

The bill changes the legal requirements for fire sprinkler installation and maintenance, creating new professional standards and enforcement mechanisms that impact fire protection contractors, local fire departments, and workers in the fire suppression industry.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Fire sprinkler fitters

They must obtain state certification or registration to legally work on fire suppression systems.

Licensed fire protection contractors

They are required to ensure that all personnel assigned to fire suppression work are appropriately certified or registered.

Local fire authorities

They are tasked with investigating complaints of violations and may be subject to new inspection duties.

What changed

Last recorded activity August 30, 2026.

What's next

Introduced.

Summary

This bill requires all individuals working on s to be certified or registered by the State Fire Marshal and establishes new training and supervision standards for trainees, apprentices, and professionals. It also grants the State Fire Marshal and local fire authorities new enforcement powers, including the ability to issue stop-work orders and impose penalties for non-compliance.

Key Facts

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who needs to be certified under this bill?

Anyone working on a , including trainees, apprentices, and certified fire sprinkler fitters, must be certified or registered by the State Fire Marshal.

What happens if a violation is reported?

The State Fire Marshal will notify the local fire authority to investigate. If the local authority cannot investigate, they must notify the State Fire Marshal within 5 days, who may then conduct the investigation.

Can I be penalized for working without certification?

Yes, violations of the act are classified as s, and authorities may issue notices of violation, correction orders, or stop-work orders.

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organizationState Fire Marshal“The primary regulatory body responsible for certifying fitters and enforcing fir”Map →

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Sources

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openstates.org

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