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Classification Phraseology as of:
9/1/2023
 
Classification Code:
9549
 
Phraseology:
ADVERTISING COMPANIES — outdoor — selling space for advertising purposes — including shop, yard or storage operations; the erection, painting, repair and maintenance, or removal of signs; bill posting; and sign painting or lettering in or upon buildings or structures
Footnote:

This classification includes the production of signs, banners and related products by advertising companies and the operation of mobile billboard trucks (mobile advertising signs).

The application of painted or adhesive lettering or graphics onto surfaces on a fee basis or onto customer vehicles by employers engaged in sign painting or lettering shall be classified as 9507, Sign Painting or Lettering and Quick Sign Shops.

The display of hand-held advertisement signs and walking billboards (human sign holders) at locations, including but not limited to sidewalks and street corners shall be classified as 8742, Salespersons – Outside, subject to the Standard Exceptions rule. See Section III, Rule 4, Standard Exceptions.

Approved Pure Premium Rate:
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Effective DatePure Premium RateNote
9/1/2023$8.34New/Renewal
9/1/2022$9.83New/Renewal
9/1/2021$10.50New/Renewal
Prior Phraseology and Footnote:
Shown below is the previously published phraseology and footnoteEffective Date

Phraseology:

ADVERTISING COMPANIES — outdoor — selling space for advertising purposes — including shop, yard or storage operations; the erection, painting, repair and maintenance, or removal of signs; bill posting; and sign painting or lettering in or upon buildings or structures

Footnote:

This classification includes the production of signs, banners and related products by advertising companies and the operation of mobile billboard trucks (mobile advertising signs).

The application of painted or adhesive lettering or graphics onto surfaces on a fee basis or onto customer vehicles by employers engaged in sign painting or lettering shall be classified as 9507, Sign Painting or Lettering and Quick Sign Shops.

The display of hand-held advertisement signs and walking billboards (human sign holders) at locations, including but not limited to sidewalks and street corners shall be classified as 8742, Salespersons — Outside.

1/1/2020
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