Pipeline Construction Inspector

This exam is scheduled to be administered in-person at designated test centers only. The API 1169 Pipeline Construction Inspector certification program was developed in cooperation with industry experts in order to establish an industry-wide credential for the inspection of new construction of on-shore pipelines. This certification is open to qualified applicants who are seeking to become certified inspectors in API-1169: Recommended Practice for Basic Inspection Requirements - New Pipeline Construction. Qualified individuals should be knowledgeable about: General onshore pipeline construction inspection Inspector responsibilities Personnel and general pipeline safety Environmental and pollution control API 1169 certification is valid for a three-year term. Are you qualified to take the API 1169 exam? API 1169 Pipeline Construction Inspector Certification requirements are based on work experience acquired within the last 20 years. Education and other certifications may also be needed. Applicants can qualify in one or more of these categories. Pipeline Inspection Experience General Oil & Gas Industry Inspection Experience Non-Inspection Pipeline Experience Non-Inspection General Oil & Gas Industry Experience Other Heavy Industry Experience Determine which category applies to you and then provide the information that is required. The minimum amount of experience/education needed to qualify MUST be documented on your application and will be verified after your application has been submitted. If you are using education or certification to help you qualify, then official documentation (in the English language) will need to be uploaded into your application.