Louisiana

Video surveillance installers in Louisiana need to get a license.

There are several types of licenses in Louisiana:

• Type A. Full Burglar Alarm, Access Control, and CCTV
• Type A-2. Install locks, CCTV, and electronic access control.
• Type A-4. CCTV Alarm System Contractor

Type A allows the holder to install a burglar alarm, access control, and CCTV.

Subtypes of type A:

• B: Technician (qualified agent)
• C: Installer (Installer working under the supervision of type B. NTS level I (online courses last 22 hours)certification required)
• D: Apprentice (no certification required)
• D-T: Temporary Apprentice (expires after 30 days)
• E: Salespeople

Type A-2 allows the holder to install locks, CCTV, and electronic access control.

Subtypes of type A-2:

• Type I: Technician
• Type K: Apprentice (works under the supervision of Type I)

Type A-4 allows the holder to install video surveillance systems only.

To obtain a Type A-4 license, a CCTV worker must take the NTS Video Systems Technology course or Video Security Systems Essentials ( VSSE ) course. The VSSE course covers the basics of CCTV installation and the latest technology in CCTV, including networking technology, IP cameras, and HD CCTV.

Learn More: lsbpse.com

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