Each contractor responsible
for the construction of a main wind- or seismic force-resisting
system, designated seismic system or a wind- or
seismic force-resisting component listed in the statement of
special inspections shall submit a written statement of
responsibility to the building official and the owner or the
owner's authorized agent prior to the commencement of work
on the system or component. The contractor's statement of
responsibility shall contain acknowledgement of awareness
of the special requirements contained in the statement of special
inspections.