Digital Seals for Master Plumbers & HVACR Contractors Adopted!

Digital Seals for Master Plumbers & HVACR Contractors Adopted!

A recent policy update from the New Jersey licensing boards for plumbing and HVACR contractors officially authorizes the use of digital signatures and seals on construction permit documents. Starting May 18, 2026, local municipalities are legally required to accept these electronic submissions, provided they meet specific security standards established by the National Institute of Standards and Technology.

Technical Assistant with Vanessa and Debbie. Series preview - more to come shortly!

Recorded during the 2026 BSW conference in Atlantic City, New Jersey. When the Counter Gets Heated – De-Escalation and Language Barriers for Technical Assistants. This is a series preview -more to come shortly. Featuring: Vanessa Rodriguez and Debbie Simone. Produced by Dennis Pino

Nav523 Mobile App Release

In this episode, we review the newly released Nav523 mobile application now available on the Apple App store. The app clarifies over seventy different work types, ranging from appliance installations to major mechanical renovations. Users can access applicable UCC citations, determine specific licensing requirements, and identify the necessary inspection protocols for various projects. A significant feature of the platform includes interactive permit forms that can be completed, printed, or shared directly from a smartphone to streamline the administrative process. Additionally, the software serves as a communication hub by delivering real-time alerts regarding updated industry news to ensure regional notice through UCC Alerts.

Health Care Facilities - CodeCast CEU Rewind

Do you believe in Déjà vu? Welcome to CodeCast - CEU Rewind. As requested, the party continues on your preferred device and platform! Intended to promote uniformity and provide continuing educational support beyond our online classes, here we rewind and replay various elements from our seminars. Content is edited and broken down into shorter proactive segments where the conversation continues long after hours. We highlight the hot topics and provide key takeaways. Whether you attended live and simply want to review what was discussed, or perhaps you missed the entire event and wonder what it was all about, CodeCast - CEU Rewind series - provides an opportunity for all to join in.

Electronic Permit Submissions

In this episode, we highlight some of the many details surrounding electronic permit submissions, which became effective on November 18, 2024. At this point in time, all UCC functions can be performed digitally and electronically. There are exceptions to electronic submittals; Any licensed contractor that has a pressure seal, cannot at this time submit electronically and must continue with paper submissions until their respective board allows. These include licensed master plumbers, licensed electricians, and licensed heating ventilation and air conditioner contractors.