California Lock and Security Equipment (C-28) Contractor License

The California Lock and Security Equipment (C-28) contractor license allows you to work on all doors and door assemblies, gates, locks and locking devices, panic and fire rated exit devices, manual and automatic operated gate and door closures and releases, jail and prison locking devices and permanently installed or built in safes and vaults. This classification includes but is not limited to master key systems, metal window guards, security doors, card activated and electronic access control systems for control equipment, motion and other types of detectors and computer systems for control and audit of control systems and other associated equipment. Fire alarm systems are specifically not included in this section.

How to get the Lock and Security Equipment (C-28) contractor's license in California?

Determine Eligibility: Each license requires a qualifier who directly supervises and controls the construction operations conducted under the license. Must be at least 18 years old and have four years minimum journeyperson, foreperson, supervising employee, or contractor work experience, in the last 10 years, in the Lock and Security Equipment (C-28) trade.
Verifying Work Experience: After meeting the basic eligibility requirements, the qualifier could be randomly selected to provide documentation that they meet the minimum work experience requirements. Having this documentation ready beforehand can make this process easier if your application is selected for review. The experience listed on the application must be verifiable, and people with firsthand knowledge of that experience must certify the accuracy of the information provided to CSLB on the Certification of Work Experience form.
Complete Application: Must fill out the Original Contractor, Additional Classification, or Replacing the Qualifying Individual application form.
Submit Application and Required Fees: For the current list of fees visit the California CSLB Fees page .
Fingerprint Requirement after CSLB Review of Application: For information on fingerprinting, visit the CSLB Fingerprinting Requirement page.
Schedule the Exams: Once the application is submitted the CSLB will send you a 'Notice to Appear for Examination." Upon receipt, the business exam and a Lock and Security Equipment (C-28) exams must be scheduled and passed.
Contractor Bond: All applicants must submit to CSLB a contractor bond or cash deposit payable to CSLB in the amount of $15,000. CSLB does not issue bonds.

The CSLB will either issue your license or contact you if they need further information.

California Lock and Security Equipment (C-28) Contractor License Exam Prep Courses

California Lock and Security Equipment (C-28) Contractor License Exam

Below are the specifications (test type, academic content, etc.) for each exam needed to get the Lock and Security Equipment (C-28) contractor's license in California.

California Lock and Security Equipment (C-28) Exam

Testing Method: Computer-based testing; closed book
Testing Company: CSLB
Types of Questions: Multiple choice
Subjects Involved:
- Planning and Estimating (25%)
  - Plans and specifications
  - Site survey
  - System design
  - Project and material costs
- Installation, Repair, and Maintenance of Doors and Hardware (20%)
  - Locks, hardware, and closing devices
  - Exit devices
  - Doors and frames
- Installation, Repair, and Maintenance of Electronic Locking Systems (18%)
  - Wiring
  - Locking and operating hardware/software
  - Controls, surveillance, and accessories
- Installation, Repair, and Maintenance of Mechanical Locking Systems (20%)
  - Lock cylinders
  - Key generation
  - Lock bypass
- Installation, Repair, and Maintenance of Safes, Vaults, and Other Security Containers (5%)
  - Safe installation
  - Safe repair
  - Safe deposit locks
  - Drilling/penetrating safes
- Safety (12%)
  - Protective gear
  - Power tools and equipment
  - Safely work in elevated area
CSLB Lock and Security Equipment (C-28) Study Guide

California Law and Business Exam

Testing Method: Computer-based testing; closed book
Testing Company: CSLB
Types of Questions: Multiple choice
Subjects Involved:
- Business Organization (10%)
  - Company organization
  - Project organization
- Business Finances (15%)
  - Cash management
  - Budget and planning
  - Taxes
  - Financial reporting
- Employment Requirements (12%)
  - Employment regulations
  - Evaluation and record-keeping
  - Payroll
- Bonds, Insurance, and Liens (10%)
  - Bonds
  - Workers’ compensation insurance
  - Liens and other remedies
  - Other insurance
- Contract Requirements and Execution (23%)
  - Bidding
  - Cost control
  - Contracts
  - Payments
- Licensing Requirements (8%)
  - Business license
  - Contractor’s license
  - Activity regulation
- Safety (15%)
  - Training and reporting requirements
  - General safety
  - Hazardous/unknown materials
- Public Works (7%)
  - Prevailing wage requirements
  - Bonding requirements
  - Insurance requirements
CSLB Law and Business Study Guide

California Lock and Security Equipment (C-28) Contractor Book Set

The book set includes all source references for the California Lock and Security Equipment (C-28) Contractor exams. You can use these books to study for the exams but you are not allowed to bring these books in with you to the testing center. These tests will be closed-book. Orders placed before 2 PM are shipped the same day via UPS and a tracking number is emailed before 3 PM.

CALIFORNIA LOCK AND SECURITY EQUIPMENT (C-28) - BOOK SET WITHOUT TABS INCLUDES ALL BOOKS FOR TRADE AND BUSINESS EXAMS

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CALIFORNIA LOCK AND SECURITY EQUIPMENT (C-28) - BOOK SET WITH TABS INCLUDES ALL BOOKS FOR TRADE AND BUSINESS EXAMS

Sales price: $1,615.62