Expands the jurisdiction of the State Fire Marshal to include municipalities with certified fire code officials, inspectors, and plans examiners.

The bill amends the Code of West Virginia to extend the jurisdiction of the State Fire Marshal to include municipalities with certified fire code officials, inspectors, and plans examiners. These certified officials can perform duties in business, mercantile, and public assembly occupancies under the State Fire Marshal's jurisdiction. The bill also clarifies the difference between certified and uncertified fire officials, inspectors, and plans examiners, and delineates the approved categories of examinations.

Expands the jurisdiction of the State Fire Marshal to include municipalities with certified fire code officials, inspectors, and plans examiners.

The bill amends the Code of West Virginia to extend the jurisdiction of the State Fire Marshal to include municipalities with certified fire code officials, inspectors, and plans examiners. These certified officials can perform duties in business, mercantile, and public assembly occupancies under the State Fire Marshal's jurisdiction. The bill also clarifies the difference between certified and uncertified fire officials, inspectors, and plans examiners, and delineates the approved categories of examinations.