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Michigan Platform Lifts (PL) Class C Journeyperson License

The Platform Lifts (PL) Class C Journeyperson License allows you to do the following work:

  • Installation and alteration of platform lifts while under the supervision of a licensed contractor
  • Service and repair of PLs

How to Get a Platform Lifts (PL) Class C Journeyperson License?

  1. Meet the requirements for the Platform Lifts (PL) Class C Journeyperson license.
    • Three years of experience as a supervisor of elevator construction or service, elevator constructor, serviceman, maintenance man, or repairman. Keep in mind that the Elevator Division can credit a degree in electrical or mechanical engineering up to one year of experience. All this information must be detailed in the attached resume.
    • Take and pass the examination.
  2. Complete and submit the application:
    • Fill in the form for the Platform Lifts (PL) Class C Journeyperson application:
    • If applying by mail, submit the application and fee to P.O. Box 30255, Lansing, MI, 48909.
    • If applying online:
      1. Go to the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs website
      2. Login or Register for an account (make sure to read and accept the terms and to fill in the contact's information).
      3. Go to “BCC licenses” and then click on “Apply for a License”.
      4. Read and accept the terms.
      5. Select Platform Lifts (PL) Class C Journeyperson license and trade.
      6. Complete each step (this includes fee payment online).
  3. After submitting the application, look out for PSI© correspondence as they will be in contact to schedule the examination:
    1. Reference the PSI© Candidate Information Bulletin to go over the details pertaining to the examination
    2. Go to the PSI© examination website.
    3. Sign in or register with the same credentials as the LARA initial application.
    4. Select the corresponding examination and add the information sent by the BCC.
    5. Pay and schedule the examination.
    6. Take the examination.
  4. After taking and passing the exam, PSI© will notify the board, and the license will be issued.

Michigan Platform Lifts (PL) Class C Journeyperson License Exam Prep Courses

Michigan Platform Lifts (PL) Class C Journeyperson License Exam

Below is all the information related to the trade exam, including the official reference list.

Michigan Platform Lifts (PL) Class C Journeyperson Trade Exam

  • Testing Method: Computer-based testing
  • Testing Company: PSI©
  • Number of Questions: 25
  • Types of Questions: Multiple Choice
  • Time Allowed: 30 Minutes
  • Minimum Passing Score: 70%
  • Subjects Involved:
    • Elevator safety board act
    • Elevator licensing act
    • Michigan Elevator Rules
    • ASME A17.1 Safety Code for Elevators and Escalators
    • ASME A18.1 Safety Standard for Platform Lifts and Stairway Chairlifts
    • NFPA 70: National Electrical Code
    • The examination consist of 5 device specific modules:
      • Platform Lifts (PL)
      • Stairway Chairlifts (SC)
      • Limited Use Limited Application Elevators (LULA)
      • Private Residence Elevators (RES)
      • Dumbwaiters (DW)
  • PSI© Platform Lifts (PL) Class C Journeyperson Official Content Outline

Michigan Platform Lifts (PL) Class C Journeyperson Book Set

This set of books includes all required references for the Platform Lifts (PL) Class C Journeyperson exam. Orders placed before 2 PM are shipped the same day via UPS and a tracking number is emailed before 3 PM.

  • MICHIGAN PLATFORM LIFTS (PL) CLASS C JOURNEYPERSON - BOOK SET WITHOUT TABS INCLUDES ALL BOOKS FOR TRADE AND BUSINESS EXAMS

    Sales price: $1,041.17

  • MICHIGAN PLATFORM LIFTS (PL) CLASS C JOURNEYPERSON - BOOK SET WITH TABS INCLUDES ALL BOOKS FOR TRADE AND BUSINESS EXAMS

    Sales price: $1,101.17

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