Who is responsible for producing the affidavit of experience form for a trainee?

The correct answer is that the electrical contractor who employed the trainee is responsible for producing the affidavit of experience form. In Washington State, this form documents the on-the-job training and experiences that the trainee has gained while working under the supervision of a qualified electrical contractor. It serves as a formal acknowledgment of the skills and knowledge acquired during the apprenticeship.

The contractor plays a crucial role in ensuring that the trainee is gaining the appropriate experience necessary to be eligible for licensing. This includes signing off on the trainee's hours and specific tasks completed. The importance of this documentation cannot be understated, as it is essential for the trainee’s application for the journeyman electrician examination and licensing.

In contrast, while the trainee benefits from the form, they do not have the authority or responsibility to produce it, since they are not in a position to verify the details of their training experience. The board of electricians and the state licensing authority are involved in regulating and overseeing training programs, but they do not produce the affidavit themselves; rather, they may rely on the documentation submitted by the electrical contractor.