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Certification

Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators

Certification Description
The ASME QFO Certification provides the means for qualification and certification of the knowledge of operators of oil, gas, and coal fired boilers with heat input greater than 10,000,000 Btu/hr. ASME QFO Certification is based on three components: education, experience, and passing a witten examination.

Certifying Organization
American Society of Mechanical Engineers International
https://www.asme.org/

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Either training or work experience required, but not both? No
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years
● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? Yes

High Capacity Fossil Fuel Fired Plant (Boiler) Operator Website

Certification Description
To become a National Board Commissioned Inspector is to join a profession of considerable training and preparation. Boiler and pressure vessel inspection is particularly appealing to those with an interest in welding, electrical wiring and controls, plumbing and piping, fire safety procedures, and building codes and standards.

Certifying Organization
The National Board of Boiler and Pressure Vessel Inspectors
http://www.nationalboard.org/Default.aspx

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every Year
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? No
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

National Board New Construction Inspector Commission Website

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