Dave:
After reading your comments, I see where you're coming from regarding the $$$ angle.
Here in NJ, the Board of Appeals provides a method to address 'problems, for a $50 fee.
Add to that loosing probably what amounts to a day's pay for the time you have to expend. Personally, I try to solve the situation one-on-one.
Yes, we may still have a "clueless" cowboy, but....the AHJ Continuing Ed is 3x8 hrs for inspectors, plus 2x8 hrs for 'Administrator' and I believe plus 2x8 hrs for CO. The 'seminars' are run by the State DCA, and Certificates are issued upon completion. The AHJ is subject to a CEU audit upon Lic. renewal (3 year period), just like the EC's.
No, our system is not perfect, but IMHO, it may be a lot better than some horror stories I read here.
As LK said "Not here in Jersey, most inspectors here, are very professional, intresting to hear that some states, are still in the dark ages with inspections" Thanks, Les for the compliment to those of us who consider ourselves "professionals", both as AHJ's and EC's.
John
