I read the language and it appears to be addressing alarm systems only...ie: 50v or less. Maybe the legislation would be better written to address that. Do you really need a licensed electrician to install a 24v fire alarm or security alarm? We require NICET certification for FA installers and any “regular” electrical work (120v & up) to be installed or supervised by a licensed electrician. NFPA 72 only requires NICET or factory trained individuals. Seems to me the market in Iowa is responding to an over reach by the trades to protect turf.
That said there is no way a non-licensed person should be anywhere near a grain elevator or fuel dispensing facility etc. As a matter fact, a lot of licensed electricians I know shouldn’t be near them either. It takes specialized knowledge and skill in those locations. Just because you have a piece of paper does not guarantee proper experience. I know engineers that have a license that I can’t trust either.
Mark January 5 2011, 9:55 am EST
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January 2011. NEMA reports that there is an attack underway in the State of Iowa Legislature that will repeal the Electrical Licensing Laws in the State. If this attack is successful, it will have a profound effect on the State’s ability to mandate that electricians in Iowa are properly trained and qualified to perform safe electrical installations. 
