Except as provided under §B of this regulation, the following are the minimum eligibility qualifications to become a nongovernmental electrical inspector: Completion of an apprenticeship as an electrician; 5 years of documented progressive experience in the electrical trade; and Pass a written examination administered by the State Fire Marshal: One re-examination shall be permitted per initial application fee; and Re-examination must be scheduled not less than 30 days and not more than 90 days from the original examination date. Instead of the experience required under §A of this regulation, an electrical engineering degree or accumulated credits in combination with education, training, and experience may be considered by the Office of the State Fire Marshal to meet the qualifications.