The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) is responsible for licensing individuals and businesses that sell, transport, dispense or store liquefied petroleum (LP) gas and that manufacturer, install, service or repair LP gas containers, systems, or appliances.  FDACS inspects facilities where LP gas is sold or stored and investigates accidents involving LP gas or equipment.

It is important to understand the requirements to avoid penalties from the state’s auditing process.  You can expect the following possible penalty as an example:

1. Civil Penalties not to exceed $25,000 for each violation for each day that such violation persists. See Rule: 527.06 found in the Liquified Petroleum Laws and Rules (October 2020 Edition)

The business must purchase a license from the state to get started.  Click here to understand the different LP Gas license categories in our state.  Each category has its own application along with the cost of the business license.  (1yr / 2yr / 3yr license terms)

2. The license application will dictate whether you are required to have a Master Qualifier and/or Qualifier based on your selection.
   • Click here to read more about the state requirements for the Qualifier and Master Qualifier.
   • To apply for certification as a Master Qualifier, each applicant must have a minimum of 3 years of verifiable LP gas experience or hold a professional certification by an LP gas manufacturer as adopted by the department rule immediately preceding submission of the application.
     • The state will accept the completion of RVTI Level 1 through Level 2 training, NRVTA’s Registered / Advanced / Master RV Service Technician training, or RV Tech Training Center as the professional certification.
     • Verifiable work experience shall include work with a liquified petroleum gas company where the applicant performed activities that fall within one or more of the following areas:
       1. Maintenance of gas facilities and equipment.
       2. Gas storage and distribution facility operations and safety.
       3. Gas transportation, delivery, product transfer.
       4. Gas tanks, cylinders, and equipment.
       5. Gas liquid and vapor distribution systems and equipment.
       6. Gas equipment and appliance services, installation, and repair.
     • Attach a copy of their professional certification or a letter from their employer stating their experience upon submission of the license application.

3. YOU MUST provide proof of LP Gas Insurance along with the license application. Click here to review the LP Gas Insurance Affidavit form.
4. Training is required for ALL EMPLOYEES whether they are qualifiers, and refresher training must be conducted at 3-year intervals. Documentation must be retained on business files

All FRVTA members have access to the three courses below for free.  The test prep course is designed to help a technician prepare for the Category 1 RV Dealer license Qualifier or Master Qualifier exam, along with providing technicians with 12 CEUs towards the 16 CEUs the state requires for recertification.  Once the course(s) is complete, submit the application to receive your course certificate.  We have our Frequently Asked Questions regarding LP Gas in our state listed on our main website here .