DBPR's reference list is effective February 2026. Earlier or later editions may be brought at the candidate's own risk, but exam answers are based on the listed editions. This version removes reworded duplicates so each study-bank entry tests a distinct concept or calculation.
Florida Contractors Manual — 2021Business reference. DBPR notes the 2025 edition becomes effective August 21, 2027.
NFPA 70, National Electrical Code — 2023Current listed NEC. DBPR notes NEC 2026 becomes effective August 21, 2027.
MANCOMM OSHA 29 CFR Parts 1926, 1910, 1904 — July 2020Current listed OSHA reference. The 2025 edition becomes effective August 21, 2027.
NFPA 72 — 2019National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code. 2025 edition becomes effective August 21, 2027.
NFPA 780 — 2017Lightning Protection Code. 2026 edition becomes effective August 21, 2027.
NFPA 101 — 2018Life Safety Code.
Additional UE referencesDepending on the subject: Fire Alarm Signaling Systems Handbook; UL 681; UL 365; Engineering Sign Structures; NEON, Techniques and Handling; Design and Control of Concrete Mixtures; Telecommunication Wiring; NTC Blue Book Low Voltage Systems 2020. Check the DBPR UE column before buying/bringing a reference.