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Why Should You Take This MA Unrestricted Construction Supervisor License Exam Prep course?

You will need a MA Unrestricted Construction Supervisor License if you are directly engaged or supervising anyone engaged in the construction, reconstruction, alteration, repair, removal, or demolition involving any activity regulated by the Massachusetts Code for: buildings containing less than 35,000 cubic feet of enclosed space, one- and two-family dwellings or any accessory buildings thereto, irrespective of size, buildings used for farm purposes, and retaining walls less than 10 feet in height at all points along the wall as measured from the base of the footing to the top of the wall. This MA Unrestricted Construction Supervisor License Exam Prep course is your answer!

NOTE: This course is designed for new license candidates. If you already have your license and are looking to fulfill the continuing education requirements, view our MA CSL Continuing Education courses.

Topics to be Covered:

• Using the ICC Code Books
• Code Tables, Illustrations and Footnotes
• Administrative Responsibilities
• General Building and Construction Knowledge
• 2015 IBC/780 CMR/Commercial Code
• 2015 IRC/780 CMR/Residential Code
• Energy Efficiency (2015 IECC with Amendments)
• Plan Reading
• Sitework/Foundations
• Safety and Lead Remediation
• Moisture Intrusion/Protection
• Concrete and Masonry
• Structural Framing
• Windows and Doors
• Roofing and Exterior Walls
• Interior Environment
• Fire Protection

Additional Recommended Exam Reference Materials:

Note: The following materials are not included with the course registration.

• Code of Federal Regulations (CFR 1926) (www.gpo.gov)
• International Building Code, 2009 (www.iccsafe.org)
• International Energy Conservation Code, 2009 (www.iccsafe.org)
• International Residential code For One- and Two-Family Dwellings 2009 (www.iccsafe.org)
• Massachusetts State Building Code Amendments to the IRC for One- and Two-Family Dwellings (780 CMR) (www.sec.state.ma.us)
• Massachusetts State Building Code Base Volume Amendments (Commercial) (www.sec.state.ma.us)
• Architectural Access Board Rules and Regulations (521 CMR) (www.sec.state.ma.us)

How do I become a Licensed Contractor in Massachusetts?

After you've prepared for the exam, you will submit a registration form and schedule the exam with Prometric, the testing company sourced with conducting the Construction Supervisor License (CSL) exam on behalf of the BBRS.

After you pass, your score sheet provided at the testing center will provide further instructions for submitting for your license with BBRS.

Candidates must be at least 18 years old, and provide notarized proof that you have at least 3 years of experience in building construction or design, and that you have filed and paid all state taxes.

Work Experience Requirements for the Construction Supervisor License

Candidates must demonstrate 3 years of experience in building construction or design to be eligible for the exam.  Work experience need not be continuous but must be full-time (40 hours per week) within the past ten years. 

Exceptions:

• Successful completion of a three- or four-year vocational high school or other vocational school program in the field of building construction shall be deemed as satisfying one year of work experience..
  
• Completion of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university shall be deemed as satisfying one year of work experience.
  
• Successful completion of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in architecture or science, engineering, or technology in a related field shall be deemed as satisfying two years work experience.
  
• Active construction related military experience may be considered full time experience.
  

Note: Education can not account for more than two years of experience, and union affiliation only is not acceptable as work experience. Students will have up to 6 months of course content.