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HomeHealth and Safety CodeDiv. 12.5Ch. 2Art. 2§ 16008 Structural Engineer Definition

§ 16008 Structural Engineer Definition

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§ 16008 Structural Engineer Definition

Key Takeaways

  • •A structural engineer is someone who is officially allowed to call themselves a structural engineer.
  • •They get this permission from a special part of California's laws about jobs and businesses.
  • •Not just anyone can say they're a structural engineer—they need the right approval.

Example

If someone designs a bridge but isn’t officially approved as a structural engineer.

They can’t call themselves a structural engineer because they don’t have the right permission from the state.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

Official Source
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§ 16008 Structural Engineer Definition

“Structural engineer” means a person who is authorized to use the title structural engineer under Chapter 7 (commencing with Section 6700) of Division 3 of the Business and Professions Code. (Added by Stats. 1985, Ch. 1521, Sec. 1.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

structural engineerlicenseprofessions codecertification

Related Statutes

  • § 129745 Structural Engineer Certification
  • § 44014.4 Smog Station Certification Advertising
  • § 102310 Marriage License Review Requirements
  • § 1265.5 Facility Staff Criminal Background Checks
  • § 1267 License Renewal Deadlines

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Health and Safety Code. Section 16008.
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