Refractory Personnel Certification

Refractory Personnel Certification Program is based on testing candidates' knowledge of API Recommended Practice 936, Refractory Installation Quality Control Guidelines. API Recommended Practice 936 provides guidelines for the installation quality control of monolithic refractory linings and may be used to
supplement owner specifications. The document includes material, equipment and personnel qualification requirements along with procedures and responsibilities for quality control inspection personnel. Refractory quality is closely monitored based on the document's defined procedures and acceptance criteria.
The purpose of the program is to provide third-party certification of refractory inspection personnel by examination. The certification examination covers, at a minimum, the following criteria defined by API Recommended Practice 936, 'Refractory Installation Quality Control Guidelines - Inspection and Testing Monolithic Refractory Linings and Materials'. Refractory Personnel Certification Website

More than two years of education or training after high school required? Yes

More than two years of work experience required? Yes

Either training or work experience required, but not both? No

Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes

Renewal Required? Every 3 Year(s)

Renew through Continuing Educational Units(CEU)? No

Renew through Re-Examination? Yes

Renew through Continuing Professional Development(CPD)? No

Does applicant have choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

This certification is related to military occupational specialties.
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