Plumbing work experience counted post-high school

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PRC BOARD FOR MASTER PLUMBERS NO. 03, S. 2009: Plumbing work experience counted post-high school

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Title Supreme Court: Plumbing work experience counted post-high school

Law: Prc Board For Master Plumbers No. 03, S. 2009

Decision Date: Oct 6, 2009

The Philippine Law establishes the qualifications for registration as a master plumber, requiring applicants to be at least 21 years old, citizens of the Philippines, of good moral character, high school graduates, and have at least five years of experience in actual plumbing work under the supervision of a registered master plumber.

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Clarification on Experience Requirement

Only five years of actual plumbing work experience gained after high school graduation shall be counted.
Experience obtained before high school graduation will no longer be considered valid for the examination.

Required Work Experience Breakdown

One year as an apprentice in a duly registered and licensed plumbing company.
Two years as an assistant plumber or plumber.
Two years as a journeyman plumber.

Certification and Documentation Requirements

Certificates confirming years of experience must be signed under oath.
Certifications must be issued by registered and licensed master plumbers holding valid Certificates of Registration, Professional Identification Cards, and unexpired Professional Tax Receipts (PTR).

Policy Consistency and Objectives

The resolution aligns with PRC Resolution No. 2009-523 which emphasizes predetermined qualification criteria to enhance professional standards and global competitiveness.
Ensures that applicants gain more effective, qualitative, and productive skills through actual work experience after high school.

Administrative Directives

The PRC Central and Regional Offices Application Divisions/Sections are mandated to accept applicants only with qualifying post-high school experiences as documented and certified.

Implementation and Effectivity

The resolution applies to subsequent Board Licensure Examinations for Master Plumbers (BLEMP).
Takes effect fifteen (15) days after full publication in the Official Gazette or a newspaper of general circulation in the Philippines.

Key Legal Concepts

Emphasis on actual, supervised plumbing work experience after formal secondary education.
Strengthening the credibility and competence of applicants through stringent experience validation.
Upholding professional standards in the plumbing trade through clearly defined qualifications and regulatory enforcement.

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