1. (a) To satisfactorily pass the written examination, the applicant must obtain a minimum grade of seventy percent (70%) in each part.
2. (b) Every person taking an examination for pyrotechnic operator shall have the right to contest the validity of individual questions of such examination.
3. (c) Every objection as to the validity of individual questions of an examination shall be made in writing within 5 days after taking said examination. Objections shall state the reasons for each objection.
4. (d) The decision as to the action to be taken on the submitted objection(s) shall be by the State Fire Marshal and such decision shall be final.
5. (e) The decision made by the State Fire Marshal and the action taken shall be reflected in all future examinations but shall not affect the grades established in past examinations.
6. (f) Any applicant failing the examination may reapply and take another examination not less than 15 days from the date of the previous examination.
7. (g) Applicants applying to take repeat examinations shall file a new application. An additional fee is not required in those instances where the applicant has taken a test and failed it.
8. (h) The State Fire Marshal may require a reexamination of any licensee. This examination may be of any type permitted by these regulations. A fee shall not be required for a reexamination.
9. (i) Any applicant found using any extrinsic aids during the examination shall automatically fail the examination, and shall forfeit admission to future examinations for a period of one year.

Note: Authority cited: Section 12552, Health and Safety Code. Reference: Sections 12552, 12580 and 12589, Health and Safety Code.

History

1. Amendment filed 4-14-92; operative 5-14-92 (Register 92, No. 21).