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Alabama Electrical Contractors – Restricted

Steps to Obtain Your Alabama Electrical Contractor (Restricted) License

Step 1
Submit Your Application

Apply to the AECB and select the Restricted classification. Forms: AECB Forms.

Submit Application
Step 2
Register for Exams

After approval, schedule with Prov: provexam.com/schedule.

Register
Step 3
Purchase References

Use approved open-book references per the AECB/Prov CIB.

Purchase
Step 4
Take the Exam

Computer-based, open-book; 75% to pass. Eligibility valid 90 days.

Exam

Electrical Contractor (Restricted) — Requirements & Application

  • Restricted scope as defined by AECB; statewide licensing still required.
  • Pass the Restricted trade exam and (when required) the Business & Law exam.
  • Open-book rules apply; see AECB policies and Admin. Code 303-X-2-.01.

Test Information — Electrical Contractor (Restricted)

Administered by: Prov, Inc. Passing score: 75%.

Exam InformationDetails
Number of Questions90
Time Limit4 hours
Passing Score75%
Subject Area Breakdown
Subject Area# of Questions
Business Organization1
Risk Management2
Project Management2
Estimating4
Safety & Environmental2
Labor Laws3
Payroll & Employment Taxes4
Financial Management4
Contracts3
Lien Laws1
Licensing Laws4
Grounding & Bonding10
General Electrical Trade & Calculations5
Service, Feeders, Branch Feeders & Overcurrent10
Raceways & Enclosures6
Conductors6
Motors & Controls4
Utilization & General Use Equipment8
Special Occupancies & Equipment5
Low Voltage, Alarms & Communications3
Safety3

Board Contact

Alabama Electrical Contractors Board (AECB) • (334) 679-1020 • aecb.alabama.gov