About This Book
South Carolina Code of Laws Title 40, Chapter 79 — the South Carolina Alarm System Business Act — governs businesses and individuals in the burglar and fire alarm industry.
Key Aspects:
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Administration: Overseen by the South Carolina Contractors Licensing Board and the Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation (LLR) to protect public health, safety, and welfare.
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Alarm Business Definition: Any entity licensed by the Board to operate in the burglar alarm, fire alarm, or combined alarm system business.
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Employee Registration & Background Checks: Employees must be registered, and licensees must conduct and report criminal background checks. Employees may not access client records until these requirements are verified.
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Licensing Requirements: Businesses and qualifying parties must apply, pass examinations, and meet training standards, such as National Training School courses for burglar alarms.
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Exemptions: The chapter does not apply to manufacturers who don't install at client sites, property owners installing systems on their own property, vehicle/aircraft/boat alarm devices, basic 110V or battery-operated smoke detectors, or certain mechanical/electrical contractors handling fire alarms.
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Enforcement: The Board may issue administrative citations, civil penalties, or cease and desist orders for violations.
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