Electricians' Examining Board

STAFF ANNOUNCEMENTS: 

NOTICE OF THE ADOPTION OF CHAPTER 120 (2026 NEC)

The Maine Electricians’ Examining Board has adopted a new Chapter 120, Electrical Installation Standards, incorporating the 2026 NEC by reference, subject to the amendments and inclusions set forth in the rule.  All installations of electrical equipment commencing on or after July 1, 2026 must comply with the NFPA standard 70, National Electrical Code (2026 edition), Copyright © 2025 National Fire Protection Association as adopted by the Board, as well as with all applicable statutes or rules of the State and this Board and all applicable ordinances, orders, rules and regulations of local municipalities.

Copies of the National Electrical Code, National Fire Protection Association standard #70 (2026 Edition) may be purchased from: 

National Fire Protection Association 
1 Batterymarch Park, P.O. Box 9101 
Quincy, MA 02269-9101 
Telephone: 1-800-344-3555 

www.nfpa.org 

If you have any questions, please Email the Board's Code Staff.  

ADOPTED CHAPTER RULE, Adopted Chapter 120 (repeal and replace)_0.pdf

• ATTENTION: THE SUNSET DATE FOR LISTED HVAC EQUIPMENT MENTIONED IN EXCEPTION No. 2 OF ARTICLE 210.8(F) WILL EXPIRE ON SEPTEMBER 1, 2026. 

PURPOSE 

The Electricians' Examining Board was established to protect the public from hazards arising from the use of electricity for light, heat, power and other purposes through the regulation of electricians in Maine.

The primary responsibility of the Board is to ensure the competency of electricians through examination; to issue licenses to those qualified to hold the title of Master electrician, Journeyman electrician, Limited electrician, Apprentice electrician, Journeyman-in-training electrician or Helper electrician; to investigate complaints of noncompliance with or violations of the law and board rules; and to issue permits.

You may follow this link to the Secretary of State's office to view a list of board members. Members of the public should not contact board members with questions or comments.  All questions, comments or any other board-related matters must be directed to the Board’s manager. 

Electricians' Examining Board Newsletter - Spring 26 Newsletter_.pdf  

Notice Regarding License Verification Requests

License verifications is available at no charge by visiting Electricians Examining Board online licensing portal. OPOR does not issue paper license verifications. 

Licenses and other communications from the Electricians' Examining Board will be sent to you by email, so please be sure to keep your contact information current. Follow this link to verify your contact information.

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