What we do
The Department of Licenses and Inspections (L&I) helps people comply with building safety standards and other code requirements. Contractors, business and property owners, landlords, and tenants are all served by L&I.
As part of our mission, we:
- Inspect construction projects so they meet construction and fire codes.
- Inspect higher-risk properties for compliance with fire codes.
- Respond to complaints regarding many code violations.
- Inspect, monitor, seal, and demolish vacant and/or dangerous buildings.
- Review plans and issue permits according to building, zoning, plumbing, and electrical codes.
- Issue trade and business licenses.
- Help landlords and tenants understand their responsibilities.
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1401 John F. Kennedy Blvd.
11th Floor Philadelphia, PA 19102 |
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Phone:
311
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Announcements
Announcement
L&I accepting applications for alternate excavation training programs
L&I is now accepting applications for alternate excavation training programs. To submit an application, please email documentation to Brett.martin@phila.gov demonstrating compliance with the below requirements. All approved alternate programs will be posted to L&I’s website. Please be sure to verify approval before registering for any course offered by an organization other than an OTI Education Center.
Minimum requirements:
- The company must be approved by the PA Department of Labor and Industry as a training provider.
- Include a course outline demonstrating course objectives, topics, and allocated time meets or exceeds the OSHA 3015 Excavation, Trenching, and Soil Mechanics.
- Submit a quality control plan that includes organizational structure of the company, the credentials of trainers and a quality assurance program.
- Must issue a unique Course Completion Certificate that may be verified by the Department.
- Cost of training services is compatible with OSHA training course.
- Include an examination, identification of passing grade necessary to obtain certification, and at least one opportunity for re-testing if intended as an alternative to OSHA 3015.
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