National Personnel Certification Program For Inspectors, Plans Examiners and Code Administrators Candidate Information

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1 National Personnel Certification Program For Inspectors, Plans Examiners and Code Administrators 2010 Candidate Information Revised 9/2010

2 2 N AT I O N A L P E R S O N N E L C E R T I F I C AT I O N P R O G R A M

3 A b o u t I A P M o The International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO) was founded on May 17, 1926, with the mandate to advance the latest and most improved methods of sanitation; to promote the welfare of and harmony between the owner, the builder, and the craftsman; to accomplish a uniformity in the application of the provisions of the ordinances; and to promulgate the mutual benefit of the members. The IAPMO Group focuses its comprehensive capabilities in the technical aspects of the plumbing and mechanical industries through its extensive knowledge base, which includes regulators, professional contractors and manufacturers. Since IAPMO s founding members first gathered in 1926 to begin writing a model code to protect the health of the people they served, IAPMO has grown to be recognized the world over for its Uniform Codes. With offices in eleven states and seven countries, IAPMO has assisted with code development in such diverse places as Saudi Arabia, China, India, Jordan, Egypt, Israel, Vietnam, Indonesia, Philippines, Venezuela, Columbia, and the United Arab Emirates. IAPMO also works with the World Plumbing Council and the World Health Organization to help bring sound, efficient plumbing systems to developing nations. Comprised of four different business units, The IAPMO Group is truly the one-stop shop for all plumbing and mechanical code and product compliance. The IAPMO Group s future is equally bright with the commitment to grow core competencies within the code development and product certification arenas. As new products are brought onto the market, IAPMO continues to expand the capabilities of its testing lab to anticipate client needs. By maintaining this leadership position, IAPMO supports research on new and emerging plumbing technologies. As many of the new products and systems are designed with increased sustainability within the built environment, these changes require the codification of plumbing and mechanical system design. With this, the cycle comes full circle: IAPMO s focused commitment to safe, innovative plumbing and mechanical systems. Membership in IAPMO provides access to a variety of benefits and features not available anywhere else in the code administration or construction industries. For details on becoming an IAPMO member visit C A N D I D AT E I N F O R M AT I O N 3

4 ta b l e o f C o n t e n t s ABOUT IAPMO...3 INTRODUCTION NATIONAL PERSONNEL CERTIFICATION BY IAPMO About The National Personnel Certification Program...6 Certifications in the Program...7 How Certification is Achieved NATIONAL EXAMINATIONS About the Examinations Required for Certification TEST ADMINISTRATOR INFORMATION, RULES AND PROCEDURES For Examinations Administered by NITC...9 Examination Contents, References, Time Allotments and Fees...11 For Examinations Administered by NCPCCI SCHEDULES AND APPLICATIONS Examination Schedule For NITC Administration...20 Examination Application For NITC Administration...21 Examination Application For NITC State-Specific Administration...22 NCPCCI Reciprocity Certification Application FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Questions About Examinations...23 Questions About Certifications...24 CONTACT US N AT I O N A L P E R S O N N E L C E R T I F I C AT I O N P R O G R A M

5 I n t r o d u C t I o n IAPMO offers various resources to meet the growing professional development needs of code professionals and to assist jurisdictions with serving the code professionals on their staffs. These resources include: Online Career Center/Job Bank National Personnel Certification Program for Inspectors, Plans Examiners and Code Administrators Educational Seminars Online Learning Center The content of this bulletin is accurate as of October To be certain you have the most recent dates and fees, please visit the GET CERTIFIED section at C A N D I D AT E I N F O R M AT I O N 5

6 1. national Personnel Certification by IAPMo A B O U T T H E N AT I O N A L P E R S O N N E L C E R T I F I C AT I O N P R O G R A M IAPMO S National Personnel Certification Program is a means to promote professionalism among those engaged in the professions of Code Administration, Inspection, and Plans Examination. This national program plays a critical role in helping IAPMO respond to the needs of its member jurisdictions and the career growth needs of its individual members. This program assesses knowledge of construction codes as an indicator of ability and professionalism. It provides a valid and reliable professional program of testing that represents most of the occupations and technical disciplines in the code administration profession. The program sets the minimum level of required knowledge for individuals working in the profession and commits them to continuous self development through its certification renewal program. This national program will meet the needs of: Governmental Jurisdictions and agencies who desire an examination and personnel certification program based on codes to determine the knowledge and capability of code administration personnel. Individuals who choose to provide evidence of their code knowledge for reasons such as prospective employment or advancement in a current position. The certifications are organized by occupational titles, providing a progressive career path. Certification is achieved for most categories by successful completion of one examination. Some certification categories require multiple examinations. 6 N AT I O N A L P E R S O N N E L C E R T I F I C AT I O N P R O G R A M

7 C E R T I F I C AT I O N S AVA I L A B L E I N T H E P R O G R A M Residential Inspection Plans Examiner Commercial Inspection Residential Plumbing Inspector Plumbing Plans Examiner Commercial Plumbing Inspector Residential Mechanical Inspector Mechanical Plans Examiner Commercial Mechanical Inspector Residential Building Inspector Building Plans Examiner Commercial Building Inspector Residential Electrical Inspector Electrical Plans Examiner Commercial Electrical Inspector Residential Combination Inspector Combination Plans Examiner Commercial Combination Inspector Accessibility Inspector Elevator Inspector H O W C E R T I F I C AT I O N I S A C H I E V E D To achieve certification, the candidate: 1. Determines the exam required for each desired certification, 2. Determines the exam administrator for the desired exam 3. Chooses the preferred test format, 4. Registers for the exam, 5. Obtains the applicable reference materials, 6. Passes the exam, 7. Receives a certificate and wallet card after completing the certification application process C A N D I D AT E I N F O R M AT I O N 7

8 2. national examinations A B O U T T H E E X A M I N AT I O N S R E Q U I R E D F O R C E R T I F I C AT I O N IAPMO s Program incorporates examinations developed and maintained by two nationally recognized, third party test administrators: National Inspection, Testing and Certification Corporation (NITC) These examinations are designed primarily for users of the Uniform Plumbing and Mechanical Codes. NITC Exam ID EXAMINATION NAME I1 IAPMO Plumbing Inspector I2 IAPMO Mechanical Inspector I7 IAPMO Accessibility Inspector I3 IAPMO Plumbing Plans Examiner I4 IAPMO Mechanical Plans Examiner The following state-specific examinations are developed and maintained by IAPMO and are administered by the National Inspection, Testing and Certification Corporation (NITC) I1-CA California Plumbing Inspector (2007) I2-CA California Mechanical Inspector (2007) I2-MN Minnesota Mechanical Inspector (2000) National Certification Program for Construction Code Inspectors (NCPCCI) These certifications are designed primarily for users of the I-Codes. NCPCCI Exam ID 1A 1B 1C 2A 2B 2C 3B 3C 6B EXAMINATION NAME Building One- and Two-Family Dwelling Building General Building Plan Review Electrical One- and Two-Family Dwelling Electrical General Electrical Plan Review Fire Protection General Fire Protection Plan Review Elevator General Residential Inspection EXAMINATIONS REQUIRED FOR CERTIFICATION IAPMO Certification NITC Exam NCCPI Exam A 1B 1C 2A 2B 2C 3B 3C 6B Residential Plumbing Inspector x Residential Mechanical Inspector x Residential Building Inspector x Residential Electrical Inspector x Residential Combination Inspector x x x x Commercial Inspection Commercial Plumbing Inspector x Commercial Mechanical Inspector x Commercial Building Inspector x x Commercial Electrical Inspector x Commercial Combination Inspector x x x x x x x Accessibility Inspector x Elevator Inspector x Plans Examiner Plumbing Plans Examiner x Mechanical Plans Examiner x Building Plans Examiner x x x x Electrical Plans Examiner x x Combination Plans Examiner x x x x x 8 N AT I O N A L P E R S O N N E L C E R T I F I C AT I O N P R O G R A M

9 3. test Administrator Information, rules and Procedures F O R E X A M I N AT I O N S A D M I N I S T E R E D B Y N I T C Choosing Your NITC Examination Format You may choose to take your examination by either of the following two formats. A. Computer-based exams are held at more than 200 ACT Testing Centers and can be scheduled at a time and place convenient to you. To identify an ACT testing center near you visit Both registration and payment via credit card can be done on-line. B. Traditional pencil and paper exams are held quarterly in a limited number of locations. Upcoming examination dates can be found in the Exam Schedule at Complete and mail in your application and fee. Registering For and Taking a NITC Examination A. To Take Your Examination Computer-Based at a Testing Center Visit the web site of IAPMO s test administrator at Choose Certifications from the left side menu. Next choose your IAPMO Certification from the list shown and complete the on-line application. Notification/Admittance Within four days of submitting your on-line application you will receive an from ACT with an ID and a Pin number. Login to choose your ACT testing center location and to schedule the date of your examination. Rescheduling an Examination If you are unable to take the exam on the date originally chosen, you must reschedule at least 24 hours prior to your scheduled exam. There is no fee for rescheduling, however, if you do not show up for a scheduled examination and failed to reschedule 24 hours prior, all fees paid will be forfeited and will be nonrefundable. Examination Results You will receive your examination results the same day immediately upon submitting your computer-based exam. If you need help with registration or payment for a computer-based exam, call NITC toll-free at (877) B. To Take Your Examination at a Pencil And Paper Site A list of upcoming examination locations, dates and application deadlines can be found at IAPMO s web site at First identify a suitable location and date and then print and complete the IAPMO Application for Personnel Certification Examination found at On the application form you will choose your certification and fill in a future date from one of the quarterly dates available. Complete the application and mail it with the required fees not less than 45 days prior to the examination date C A N D I D AT E I N F O R M AT I O N 9

10 C. Notification/Admittance A notification/admittance letter will be mailed to you approximately two weeks before the exam date. This letter will indicate the exam to be taken, the exam date, reporting time, and the exact address of the examination site or center. It will also list the materials that will be allowed in the examination site on the day of your exam. You must take this letter with you to the examination location. You will be required to show it to the proctor to gain entrance to the exam room. In addition to the letter, you will be required to show your driver s license, or a state-issued ID or a government passport. A Social Security card is not acceptable as a form of positive identification. If your letter is lost, notify IAPMO immediately and request a duplicate. D. Rescheduling an Examination If you are unable to take the exam as originally scheduled, you must reschedule at least 10 days prior to the exam date. Rescheduling less than 10 days prior to the examination date will require a rescheduling fee of $ If you do not show up for a scheduled examination and you failed to reschedule, all fees paid will be forfeited and are nonrefundable. Other Examination Information E. Examination Results After the examination is completed, the answer sheets and test booklets are returned to the proctor at IAPMO. Strict procedures are followed to ensure accuracy. Exam results will be mailed within four weeks of the examination date. Results cannot be given over the telephone. Scores will only be given to the individual candidate. F. Requests For Special Accommodations IAPMO takes its social responsibility seriously and is strongly committed to providing reasonable accommodations to examination candidates, code development delegates, and seminar participants, who have documented disabilities recognized under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). All requests for accommodations will be evaluated in accordance with IAPMO s documented administrative procedure and criteria. Guidelines and an application form on provided at G. Address Or Name Change If you desire to change the mailing address entered on the application form, you must inform IAPMO in writing. Name changes are handled in the same manner. F O R S TAT E - S P E C I F I C E X A M I N AT I O N S Registering For and Taking a State-Specific NITC Examination The following state-specific examinations are developed and maintained by IAPMO and are administered by the National Inspection, Testing and Certification Corporation (NITC). California: Registration for California State-Specific Examinations involves the same procedures rules, and application as for the National Examinations. Minnesota: Registration for Minnesota s State-Specific Examinations requires a special application form which must be requested from IAPMO s Certification and Testing Department. 10 N AT I O N A L P E R S O N N E L C E R T I F I C AT I O N P R O G R A M

11 examination Contents, references, time Allotment and fees IAPMO Plumbing Inspector Exam ID: I1 Examination Reference: 2009 UPC 150 Multiple Choice questions Passing grade 75% (minimum each portion) Closed book questions hours allowed Total time allowed 4 hours Open book questions 50-2 hours allowed Examination Fee: $190 % O F E X A M T O P I C 1% Administration 9% Definitions 9% Workmanship, Prohibited Fittings and Practices, Protection of Piping, Materials, and Structures, Trenching, Joints, Connections, Test Gauges 7% Material-General Requirements, Installation, Floor Drains, Shower Stalls, Shower/Tub-Shower Combination Control Valves 3% Water Heater Installation Requirements 13% Cross-Connection Control, Materials, Water Pressure, Pressure Regulators, Installation, Testing, Unions, Water Supply Fixture Units 24% Drainage Systems, Materials, Fixture Connections, Joints, Suds Relief, Testing, Cleanouts, Sewer Piping, Abandoned Sewers and Disposal Facilities, Drainage Fixture Unit Values Table 3% Indirect Waste Piping, Sterile Equipment, Chemical Waste 7% Vent Termination, Venting Systems, Stacks and Relief Vents, Combination Waste and Vent Systems 9% Traps Required, Trap Seal Protection, Grease Interceptors Horizontal Distance of Trap Arm Table, Hydromechanical Grease Interceptors 1% Storm Drainage 12% Gas Piping Systems, Design, Components, Installation, Pressure Testing and Inspection, Required Gas Piping Size, Sizing Tables 1% Medical Gas and Vacuum Systems 1% Standards C A N D I D AT E I N F O R M AT I O N 11

12 examination Contents, references, time Allotment and fees IAPMO Mechanical Inspector Exam ID: I2 Examination Reference: 2009 UMC 150 Multiple Choice questions Passing grade 75% (minimum each portion) Closed book questions hours allowed Total time allowed 4 hours Open book questions 50-2 hours allowed Examination Fee: $190 % O F E X A M T O P I C 7% Definitions 5% Gas Equipment, Electrical Connections, Condensate Waste and Controls 1% Evaporative Cooling Systems 10% Product Conveying Systems, Terms, Clothes Dryers, Supports, Clearances, Outlets 11% Commercial Hoods-Kitchen Ventilations, Duct Sizing, Grease Removal, Exhaust Clearances, Installations, Air Movement 7% Duct Systems, Installation, Materials, Automatic Shutoffs, Supports 9% Combustion Air 9% Chimney and Vent Specifications and Design, Construction, Vent Termination, Size Category I Vent Systems 12% Installation of Specific Equipment: Central Heating Boilers and Furnaces, Clothes Dryers, Decorative Appliances, Prohibited Installations, Floor Furnaces, Household Cooking Appliances, Small Ceramic Kilns 9% Traps Required, Trap Seal Protection, Grease Interceptors Horizontal Distance of Trap Arm Table, Hydromechanical Grease Interceptors 1% Storm Drainage 12% Gas Piping Systems, Design, Components, Installation, Pressure Testing and Inspection, Required Gas Piping Size, Sizing Tables 2% Expansion Tanks, Gas Regulators, Automatic Boilers 9% Refrigeration Systems General Requirement, Machinery Rooms, Pressure-limiting Devices, Detection and Alarm Systems 3% Hydronic Steam and Water Piping, Heat Sources 15% Fuel Piping Terms/Definitions, Gas Piping System Design/Materials/ Components, Connections, Required Gas Supply, Sizing Tables 12 N AT I O N A L P E R S O N N E L C E R T I F I C AT I O N P R O G R A M

13 examination Contents, references, time Allotment and fees IAPMO Plumbing Plans Examiner Exam ID: I3 Examination Reference: 2009 UPC 100 Multiple Choice questions Total time allowed 4 hours Open Book Examination Fee: $165 Passing grade 80% % O F E X A M T O P I C 7% Administration 7% Definitions 2% General Regulations 5% Fixtures and Fittings, Public Use Facilities, Minimum Number of Fixtures 8% Water Heater Location, Combustion and Ventilation, Installation Requirements 15% Backflow Prevention, Water Pressure, Regulators, Relief Valves, Sizing Potable Water Piping 25% Drainage System Materials, Fixture Unit Values, Cleanouts, Building Sewer Requirements and Sizing 8% Indirect Waste Piping, Chemical Wastes, Condensate Wastes and Control 11% Vent Sizing, Termination, Vertical Wet Venting, Combination Waste and Vent Systems 3% Traps and Interceptors 6% Gas Pipe Sizing and Requirements 1% Medical Air Systems 1% Firestop Protection 1% Sewage Disposal Systems C A N D I D AT E I N F O R M AT I O N 13

14 examination Contents, references, time Allotment and fees IAPMO Mechanical Plans Examiner Exam ID: I4 Examination Reference: 2009 UMC 100 Multiple Choice questions Total time allowed 4 hours Open Book Examination Fee: $165 Passing grade 80% % O F E X A M T O P I C 4% Definitions 3 % Installation, LPG Facilities, Condensate Wastes and Control 34% Environmental Air Ducts and Product-Conveying Systems, Commercial Hoods and Kitchen Ventilation Requirements, Exhaust Duct Systems, Air Movement, Minimum Safety Requirements for Cooking Equipment, Solid-Fuel Cooking Operations 8% Duct Systems, Installation, Insulation, Supports, and Automatic Shutoffs 12 % Air for Combustion and Ventilation 5% Chimney and Vents-General Requirements 8% Equipment Installation, Central Heating Boilers, Furnaces, Incinerators, Open-Top Broilers 5% Steam-Hot Water Boilers, Access Requirements, Expansion Tanks 3% Refrigeration Machinery Rooms, Requirements for Refrigerants 2% Steam-Water Piping-Connections, Materials, and Construction 13% Gas Pressure Regulators, Gas Piping Installations, Sizing 3% Process Piping 14 N AT I O N A L P E R S O N N E L C E R T I F I C AT I O N P R O G R A M

15 examination Contents, references, time Allotment and fees IAPMO Accessibility Inspector Exam ID: I7 Examination Reference: 2003 ANSI Multiple Choice questions Total time allowed 2 hours Open book Examination Fee: $145 Passing grade 80% Passing grade 80% % O F E X A M T O P I C 10% Application and Administration: Purpose, Conventions and Definitions 25% Building Blocks: Floor Surfaces, Changes in Level, Turning Space, Clear Floor Space, Toe Clearance, Reach Ranges, and Operable Parts 2.5% Accessible Routes: Maneuvering Clearances at Doors 35% Plumbing Elements and Facilities: Drinking Fountains, Toilet and Bathing Rooms, Water Closet and Toilet Compartments, Urinals, Lavatories and Sinks, Shower Compartments, Grab Bars, and Seats 2.5% Communication Elements and Features: Signs 5% Special Rooms and Spaces: Kitchens and Kitchenettes 20% Dwelling Units and Sleeping Units: Accessible Units, Type A Units, and Type B Units C A N D I D AT E I N F O R M AT I O N 15

16 state specific examination Contents, references, time Allotment and fees IAPMO California Plumbing Inspector EXAM REF: 2007 CPC (California Plumbing Code) Exam ID: I1-CA 100 Multiple Choice questions Total time allowed 4 hours Closed book questions 75-2 hours allowed Examination Fee: $190 Open book questions 25-2 hours allowed Passing grade 75% (minimum each portion) % O F E X A M T O P I C 1% Administration 9% Definitions 9% Workmanship, Prohibited Fittings and Practices, Protection of Piping, Materials, and Structures, Trenching, Joints, Connections, Test Gauges 7% Material-General Requirements, Installation, Floor Drains, Shower Stalls, Shower/Tub-Shower Combination Control Valves 3% Water Heater Installation Requirements 13% Cross-Connection Control, Materials, Water Pressure, Pressure Regulators, Installation, Testing, Unions, Water Supply Fixture Units 24% Drainage Systems, Materials, Fixture Connections, Joints, Suds Relief, Testing, Cleanouts, Sewer Piping, Abandoned Sewers and Disposal Facilities, Drainage Fixture Unit Values Table 3% Indirect Waste Piping, Sterile Equipment, Chemical Waste 7% Vent Termination, Venting Systems, Stacks and Relief Vents, Combination Waste and Vent Systems 9% Traps Required, Trap Seal Protection, Grease Interceptors Horizontal Distance of Trap Arm Table, Hydromechanical Grease Interceptors 1% Storm Drainage 12% Gas Piping Systems, Design, Components, Installation, Pressure Testing and Inspection, Required Gas Piping Size, Sizing Tables 1% Medical Gas and Vacuum Systems 1% Standards 16 N AT I O N A L P E R S O N N E L C E R T I F I C AT I O N P R O G R A M

17 state specific examination Contents, references, time Allotment and fees IAPMO California Mechanical Inspector EXAM REF: 2007 CMC (CA Mechanical Code) Exam ID: I2-CA 100 Multiple Choice questions Total time allowed 4 hours Closed book questions 75-2 hours allowed Examination Fee: $190 Open book questions 25-2 hours allowed Passing grade 75% (minimum each portion) % O F E X A M T O P I C 5% General Code Provisions 9% Definitions 11% General Requirements 12% Ventilation Air Supply, Makeup Air 9% Exhaust Systems, Commercial Cooking Equipment, Hoods 9% Duct Systems, Smoke Fire Dampers, Plenums 8% Combustion Air, Sizing, Appliances, Louvers 5% Chimney and Vents, Sizing, Connectors, Terminations 4% Installation of Specific Equipment 5 % Steam and Hot Water Boilers, Expansion Tanks, Clearances 5% Refrigeration, Refrigeration Quantities, Alarms 7% Hydronics, Temperature and Pressure, Insulation 5% Fuel Gas Piping, Installation, Testing 5% Process Piping, Testing, Materials 1% Stationary Fuel Cell Power Plants C A N D I D AT E I N F O R M AT I O N 17

18 state specific examination Contents, references, time Allotment and fees IAPMO Minnesota Mechanical Inspector EXAM REF: 2000 MN Mech & Fuel Gas Codes Exam ID: I2-MN 100 Multiple Choice questions Total time allowed 4 hours Closed book questions 60-2 hours allowed Examination Fee: $165 Open book questions 40-2 hours allowed Passing grade 75% (minimum each portion) % O F E X A M T O P I C 3% Boilers, Water Heaters and Pressure Vessels 3% Chimneys and Vents 3% Combustion Air 5% Definitions 8% Duct Systems 17% Exhaust Systems 1% Fuel Oil Piping and Storage 13% General Regulations 1% Hydronic Piping 3% Refrigeration 3% Specific Appliances 11% Ventilation 29% Minnesota Rules 18 N AT I O N A L P E R S O N N E L C E R T I F I C AT I O N P R O G R A M

19 F O R E X A M I N AT I O N S A D M I N I S T E R E D B Y N C P C C I To Take An NCPCCI Examination Examination information, rules, procedures, and applications can be found at PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING: NCPCCI offers only computer-based examinations. Certifications based on NCPCCI examinations are issued upon receipt of the completed application, the certification fee, and the applicable passing score report issued by NCPCCI. IAPMO accepts all score reports issued by the NCPCCI C A N D I D AT E I N F O R M AT I O N 19

20 NITC Examination Schedule Computer Based Test Administrations Candidates can take IAPMO certification examinations ANY TIME at more than 200 computer testing centers. To find your nearest test center visit: To schedule an examination at a location near you, complete the on-line application for Computer-Based Testing (CBT) at: Paper-Pencil Test Administrations Examination Date July 17, 2010 October 16, 2010 January 15, 2011 April 16, 2011 July 16, 2011 October 15, 2011 Applicaiton Cut-off Date June 12, 2010 September 11, 2010 December 11, 2010 March 12, 2010 June 11, 2011 September 10, 2011 Location (enter your choice on application) q Anchorage, Alaska q Phoenix, Arizona q Oakland, California q Oroville, California q Sacramento, California q Ventura, California q Ontario, California q Denver, Colorada q Boise, Idaho q St. Paul, Minnesota q Albuquerque, New Mexico q Santa Fe, New Mexico q Las Vegas, Nevada q Reno, Nevada q Portland, Oregon q Austin, Texas q Garland, Texas q Haltom, Texas q Bellevue, Washington q Spokane, Washington If you need additional help wtih either application process please contact NITC by phone at or info@nationalitc.com Successful candidate will receive a wall certificate and wallet card valid for three years from date of issue. Complete information about IAPMO Certification Examinations and Certification Renewals is contained in the 2009 Candidate Information Bulletin at 20 N AT I O N A L P E R S O N N E L C E R T I F I C AT I O N P R O G R A M

21 APPLICATION FOR IAPMO PERSONNEL CERTIFICATION EXAMINATION Quarterly Administration I am applying for the following Personnel Certification Examination (Choose only one examination per application) Examination Fee Choose Code Year California Only q Plumbing Inspector $ q 2009 q 2006 q 2007 q Mechanical Inspector $ q 2009 q 2006 q 2007 q Plumbing Plans Examiner $ q 2009 q 2006 q Mechanical Plans Examiner $ q 2009 q 2006 q Accesibility Inspector $ View for examination dates, registration deadlines and locations. Application and fee must be received by NITC before the registration deadline. I wish to attend the exam to be held at: on Exam location (city and state) Exam date 1. Full Name: Last First Middle 2. Social Security No: 3. Residence Address: City State and Zip 4. Employer Name and Address City State and Zip 5. Phone: Residence Business Required: q I have read the Examination Candidate Bulletin Application Signature Date Application Fee Enclosed: q$ q $ q $ Method of Payment: q Check q Money Order q Visa q Master Card q American Express Credit Card No: Expiration Date: Verification Code (back of credit card) Name as it appears on card: Signature: q Please DO NOT announce my successful completion (including name, home city and state only) in IAPMO s Official Magazine. q Please add my name and contact information to the searchable list of IAPMO Certified Professionals at Exams administered by: Make checks payable to NITC: Mail completed page 1 of this application along wtih fee to: National ITC Corporation 501 Shatto Place, Suite#201 Los Angeles, CA Phone: (877) Fax: (213) info@nationalitc.com C A N D I D AT E I N F O R M AT I O N 21

22 Application for IAPMO Personnel Certification Examination State Specific Codes ExAmINAtIoN FEE CodE YEAr CodE NAmE o Plumbing Inspector $ California Plumbing Code o Mechanical Inspector $ California Mechanical Code o Minnesota Mechanical Inspector $ Minnesota Mechanical & fuel Gas Codes I wish to attend the exam to be held at: on Exam location (City and State) Date of Exam note: for times and locations of state-specific examinations please contact nitc or certifications@iapmo.org 1. full name: last, first Middle 2. social security no: 3. residence Address number and street City state Zip 4. employer name and Address: name and street City state Zip 5. Phone: residence business ( ) ( ) Required: o I have read the examination Candidate bulletin.* Applicant signature date Application fee enclosed: $ Method of Payment: o Money order o Check o Visa o Master Card o American express Credit Card no: expiration date: Verification code from back of credit card: name as it appears on card: Credit Card billing Address Zip Code: signature: signature as shown on credit card successful candidates will receive a wall certificate and wallet card valid for three years from date of issue. * e national Certification examination Candidate Information bulletin can be download at exams Administered by: Make checks payable to nitc. Mail completed page 1 of this application along with fee to: national ItC Corporation 501 shatto Place, suite #201 los Angeles, CA Phone: (877) fax: (213) info@nationalitc.com o Please do not announce my successful completion (includes name, home city and state only) in IAPMo s Official Magazine o Please do not add my name and contact information to the searchable list of IAPMo Certified Professionals at 22 N AT I O N A L P E R S O N N E L C E R T I F I C AT I O N P R O G R A M

23 IAPMO Personnel Certification based on NCPCCI* Examinations *National Certification Program for Construction Code Inspectors APPlICAtION 1. full name as you desire it to be shown on your certificate: 2. last 6 digits of social security # 3. Certificate to be sent to: number and street City state Zip 4. Phone: residence business My signature confirms that the score reports provided are authentic and current.* ( ) ( ) date I am applying for the following Certification. e applicable ncpcci score reports are attached/enclosed. Commercial Inspection ncpcci Inspection ncpcci Code official ncpcci exam exam exam o Commercial building Inspector 1b, 3b o building Inspector 1A, 1b, 3b o building Code official 1A, 1b, 3b, 1C, 3C, Cbo o Commercial electrical Inspector 2b o electrical Inspector 2A, 2b o electrical Code official 2A, 2b, 2C, Cbo o Commercial Mechanical Inspector 4b o Mechanical Inspector 4A, 4b o Mechanical Code official 4A, 4b, 4C, Cbo o Commercial Plumbing Inspector 5b o Plumbing Inspector 5A, 5b o Plumbing Code official 5A, 5b, 5C, Cbo o Commercial Combination Inspector 1b, 2b, 3b, 4b, 5b o elevator Inspector residential Inspection 6b o Combination Inspector Plans examination 1A, 2A, 4A, 5A, 1b, 2b, 3b, 4b, 5b o residential building Inspector 1A o building Plans examiner 1b, 1C, 3b, 3C o residential electrical Inspector 2A o electrical Plans examiner 2b, 2C o residential Mechanical Inspector 4A o Mechanical Plans examiner 4b, 4C o residential Plumbing Inspector 5A o Plumbing Plans examiner 5b, 5C o residential Combination Inspector 1A, 2A, 4A, 5A o Combination Plans examiner 1C, 2C, 3C, 4C, 5C * score reports documenting eligibility must be less than 3 years old. IAPMo Certifications issued under this program are based on the International Codes as well as other applicable Codes. Additional information is available for: IAPMo Certifications based on the uniform Codes at e ncpcci exams at fee enclosed: o $50.00 per Certificate Method of Payment: o Money order o Check o Visa o Master Card o American express Credit Card no: expiration date: Verification code from back of credit card: name as it appears on card: Credit Card billing Address Zip Code: signature: signature as shown on credit card Make checks payable to IAPMo Mail completed application with fee to: Hickory Creek dr. Mokena, Il Phone: (877) fax: (708) certifications@iapmo.org o Please do not announce my successful completion (includes name, home city and state only) in IAPMo s Official Magazine o Please do not add my name and contact information to the searchable list of IAPMo Certified Professionals at C A N D I D AT E I N F O R M AT I O N 23

24 5. frequently Asked Questions QUESTIONS ABOUT EXAMINATIONS How do I schedule an IAPMO exam? For exams administered by NITC go to Next: 1. Locate a test site for computer-based testing. 2. Find a list of the dates and locations of quarterly pencil and paper examinations. 3. Find a link to NITC s web site. When you are ready to complete an application, go to NITC s web site at Follow the registration instructions there. For exams administered by NCPCCI go to The main page contains links to the Candidate Information Bulletin and the Registration Packet as well as other pertinent information. How far in advance must I schedule an exam? For Paper and Pencil exams the registration cutoff date is approximately 30 days before the date of the quarterly administration. Computer-based examinations can often be scheduled within a few days of application, however, in order to get the date and location you prefer, we recommend you apply as far in advance as possible. What payment methods may I use to pay for my examination? Payment by check or credit card is accepted by both NITC and NCPCCI. See the examination application for additional details. Charging examination fees to your IAPMO membership account is not permitted. How and when do I find out if I passed my examination? For pencil and paper examinations, candidates will be notified by mail. The notice will indicate PASS or FAIL Passing reports do not provide a numeric score. Failing candidates receive a numeric score with diagnostic information. The diagnostic report is intended to help a candidate in planning a study program before re-taking the examination. How soon can I schedule the re-take of a failed examination? Candidates failing to achieve a passing score will be eligible for re-examination as soon as the next examination is scheduled. Re-examination will require the submittal of a new application and the payment of a new fee. There is no limit to the number of times you may take the examinations, however, it is recommended that you spend some time studying between attempts. Is there a challenge process? Yes. Challenge forms are available from your proctor at examination sites. All challenges and appeals must be submitted in writing. 24 N AT I O N A L P E R S O N N E L C E R T I F I C AT I O N P R O G R A M

25 How do I get an IAPMO certification once I have successfully passed an NCPCCI examination? Certification for disciplines such as Building and Electrical require a completed Application along with the applicable passing score reports issued by NCPCCI. How long is my examination passing score report valid towards certification? You are encouraged to apply immediately after receiving your passing results, but have up to three years to apply to IAPMO for certification. QUESTIONS ABOUT CERTIFICATIONS How long is my certification valid? IAPMO Certifications are valid for three years. A certificate and a wallet card are both issued at the time of certification. Your wallet card will list the renewal date for your certification. How do I renew my certification? IAPMOs test administrator, NITC, administers the renewal program. A renewal notice will be mailed to you about six months prior to the expiration of your current certification. For general renewal information visit REFERENCES ALLOWED INTO THE NITC EXAMS The following chart lists reference materials that may be used during the examinations administered by NITC. Exam Reference Purchase Resource I UPC IAPMO, IAPMO or I UMC IAPMO, IAPMO or I UPC IAPMO, IAPMO or I UMC IAPMO, IAPMO or I ANSI IAPMO, IAPMO or Note: References other than those specifically listed above may not contain the correct answers. REFERENCES FOR THE NCPCCI EXAMS Reference materials that may be used during examinations administered by NCPCCI can be found at C A N D I D AT E I N F O R M AT I O N 25

26 Contact us Certificates are issued by the INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF PLUMBING AND MECHANICAL OFFICIALS IAPMO Personnel Certification Department Attn: Sherard Jones Hickory Creek Dr. Mokena, Illinois (708) phone (708) fax Examinations are administered by NATIONAL INSPECTION TESTING CORPORATION National ITC Corporation Attn: Inez Perez 501 Shatto Place suite # 201 Los Angeles, CA (877) phone (213) fax NCPCCI Reciprocity is offered for certain examinations offered by the NATIONAL CERTIFICATION PROGRAM FOR CONSTRUCTION CODE INSPECTORS Questions about the NCPCCI examinations may be directed to: Prometric Attn: NCPCCI Program 1260 Energy Lane St. Paul, MN (800) phone (800) fax To register for an NCPCCI/ Prometric (National Certification Program for Construction Code Inspectors) exam, please visit 26 N AT I O N A L P E R S O N N E L C E R T I F I C AT I O N P R O G R A M

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