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. An applicant for initial certification shall pay to the State Fire Marshal an application fee of $100 and shall pass a comprehensive written examination. Initial certifications are valid for varying amounts of time, depending on the date of certification. Applicants are required to renew their certification before the expiration date by submitting a renewal application and a $50 renewal fee to the State Fire Marshal. Renewal certifications are valid for 3 years. Public Safety Article, §12-605, Annotated Code of Maryland Effective date: February 12, 2007 (34:3 Md. R. 302) Regulation .01A amended effective April 4, 2011 (38:7 Md. R. 433) Regulation .02A, C amended effective April 4, 2011 (38:7 Md. R. 433)