National Personnel Certification Program For Inspectors ... - iapmo

National Personnel Certification Program
For Inspectors, Plans Examiners and
Code Administrators
2012 – 2013 Candidate Information
Revised 9/2012

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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
http://www.iapmo.org/Pages/BecomeaMember.aspx.
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tA b l e o f C o n t e n t s
ABOUT IAPMO ...................................................................................................3
INTRODUCTION ....................................................................................................5
1. NATIONAL PERSONNEL CERTIFICATION BY IAPMO
About The National Personnel Certification Program ....................................6
Certifications in the Program....................................................................7
How Certification is Achieved .................................................................7
2. NATIONAL EXAMINATIONS
About the Examinations Required for Certification ........................................8
3. 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 ...............................................19
4. 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.............................................23
5. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Questions About Examinations .................................................................23
Questions About Certifications .................................................................24
CONTACT US ........................................................................................................26
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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 September 2012. To be certain you have the most recent dates
and fees, please visit the GET CERTIFIED section at www.iapmo.org.
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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.
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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.
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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
11 12 13 14 17 1A 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
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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 www.act.org/actcenters/locate.
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 www.iapmo.org/Documents/Examination%20Date.pdf.
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 www.Nationalitc.com. 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 email 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) 457-6482.
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 www.iapmo.org/Documents/Examination%20Date.pdf. First identify a suitable location and date
and then print and complete the IAPMO “Application for Personnel Certification Examination” found at
www.iapmo.org/Pages/GetCertified. 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.
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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 $50.00. 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
www.iapmo.org/Pages/SpecialAccommodations.aspx.
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.
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examination Contents, references, time Allotment and fees
IAPMO Plumbing Inspector Exam ID: I1 Examination Reference: 20012 UPC
150 Multiple Choice questions Passing grade 75% (minimum each portion)
Closed book questions 100 - 2 hours allowed
Total time allowed 4 hours
Open book questions 50 - 2 hours allowed Examination Fee: $195
% 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
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examination Contents, references, time Allotment and fees
IAPMO Mechanical Inspector Exam ID: I2 Examination Reference: 2012 UMC
150 Multiple Choice questions Passing grade 75% (minimum each portion)
Closed book questions 100 - 2 hours allowed
Total time allowed 4 hours
Open book questions 50 - 2 hours allowed Examination Fee: $195
% 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
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examination Contents, references, time Allotment and fees
IAPMO Plumbing Plans Examiner Exam ID: I3 Examination Reference: 2012 UPC
100 Multiple Choice questions Total time allowed 4 hours
Open Book Examination Fee: $170
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
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examination Contents, references, time Allotment and fees
IAPMO Mechanical Plans Examiner Exam ID: I4 Examination Reference: 2012 UMC
100 Multiple Choice questions Total time allowed 4 hours
Open Book Examination Fee: $170
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
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examination Contents, references, time Allotment and fees
IAPMO Accessibility Inspector Exam ID: I7 Examination Reference: 2003 ANSI 117.1
40 Multiple Choice questions Total time allowed 2 hours
Open book Examination Fee: $150
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
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state – specific examination Contents, references,
time Allotment and fees
IAPMO California Plumbing Inspector
EXAM REF: 2010 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: $195
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
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state – specific examination Contents, references,
time Allotment and fees
IAPMO California Mechanical Inspector
EXAM REF: 2010 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: $195
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
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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
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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 www.prometric.com/NCPCCI.
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.
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2012 – 2013 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: http://www.act.org/actcenters/locate/.
To schedule an examination at a location near you, complete the on-line application for Computer-
Based Testing (CBT) at: http://www.nationalitc.com.
Paper-Pencil Test Administrations
Examination Date
Applicaiton Cut-off Date
July 14, 2012 June 9, 2012
October 13, 2012 September 8, 2012
January 19, 2013 December 15, 2012
April 20, 2013 March 16, 2013
July 20, 2013 June 15, 2013
October 19, 2013 September 14, 2013
January 18, 2014 December 14, 2013
April 19, 2014 March 15, 2014
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
1-877-457-6482 or info@nationalitc.com
Successful candidates 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 http://www.iapmo.org/Pages/RenewCertification.aspx
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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 California Only
q Plumbing Inspector $195.00 q 2012 q 2009 –– q 2007 q 2010
q Mechanical Inspector $195.00 q 2012 q 2009 –– q 2007 q 2010
q Plumbing Plans Examiner $170.00 q 2012 q 2009 ––
q Mechanical Plans Examiner $170.00 q 2012 q 2009 ––
q Accesibility Inspector $150.00 –– –– q 2003
See next page or visit www.iapmo.org for the most current examination dates, registration deadlines and
locations. Application and fee must be received by NITC before the registrationn deadline.
I wish to attend the exam to be held at:__________________________________ on_______________
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
6. Email:
Application Signature
Date
Exam date
Exam location (city and state)
Exams administered by:
Application Fee Enclosed: q$195.00 q $170.00 q $150.00
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
Make checks payable to NITC:
Mail completed page along wtih fee to:
National ITC Corporation
501 Shatto Place, Suite#201
Los Angeles, CA 90020
Phone: (877) 457-6482
Fax: (213) 351-7632
E-Mail: info@nationalitc.com
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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 www.iapmo.org/Pages/GetCertified.
• e nCPCCI exams at www.prometric.com/ncpcci
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:
18927 Hickory Creek dr.
Mokena, Il 60448
Phone: (877) 852-6337
fax: (708) 479-6139
e-mail: 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 www.iapmo.org
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5. frequently Asked Questions
QUESTIONS ABOUT EXAMINATIONS
How do I schedule an IAPMO exam?
• For exams administered by NITC go to www.iapmo.org/Pages/GetCertified.aspx. 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 www.nationalitc.com.
Follow the registration instructions there.
• For exams administered by NCPCCI go to http://www.prometric.com/NCPCCI/default.htm. 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.
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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
http://www.iapmo.org/Pages/RenewCertification.aspx.
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
I1 2009 UPC IAPMO, 800-85-IAPMO or www.iapmo.org
I2 2009 UMC IAPMO, 800-85-IAPMO or www.iapmo.org
I3 2009 UPC IAPMO, 800-85-IAPMO or www.iapmo.org
I4 2009 UMC IAPMO, 800-85-IAPMO or www.iapmo.org
I7 2003 ANSI 117.1 IAPMO, 800-85-IAPMO or www.iapmo.org
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
www.prometric.com/ncpcci.
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Contact us
Certificates are issued by the
INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF PLUMBING
AND MECHANICAL OFFICIALS
www.iapmo.org
IAPMO Personnel Certification Department
Attn: Sherard Jones
18927 Hickory Creek Dr. • Mokena, Illinois 60448
(708) 995-3008 phone • (708) 479-6139 fax
Examinations are administered by
NATIONAL INSPECTION TESTING CORPORATION
www.nationalitc.com
National ITC Corporation
Attn: Inez Perez
501 Shatto Place suite # 201 • Los Angeles, CA 90020-1750
(877) 457-6482 phone • (213) 351-7632 fax
NCPCCI
Reciprocity is offered for certain examinations offered by the
NATIONAL CERTIFICATION PROGRAM FOR
CONSTRUCTION CODE INSPECTORS
www.prometric.com/ncpcci
Questions about the NCPCCI examinations may be directed to:
Prometric
Attn: NCPCCI Program
1260 Energy Lane • St. Paul, MN 55108
(800) 864-5309 phone • (800) 347-9242 fax
To register for an NCPCCI/ Prometric (National Certification Program for
Construction Code Inspectors) exam, please visit www.prometric.com/NCPCCI.
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