Removing the requirement for an individual to be certified by a specific manufacturer to perform work on suppression systems

HB 3471 removes the requirement that individuals must be certified by a specific manufacturer to install, maintain, or repair fire suppression systems. Currently, roles like "Engineered Suppression Systems Installer" and "Engineered Suppression Systems Technician" require manufacturer-specific certification under West Virginia law. The bill would allow these professionals to use other recognized certifications (such as those from NICET or NFPA) instead of being tied to one manufacturer. This change directly affects fire protection workers and aims to increase flexibility in meeting certification standards.