NITC's Vital Role: State and City Certifications Unveiled
The National Inspection Testing and Certification Corporation (NITC) is at the forefront of creating, overseeing, and administering Certification and Testing programs across diverse sectors such as Medical Gas, Plumbing, Pipefitting, HVACR, Welding, Fire Protection & Safety Systems, and associated industries. This article sheds light on the array of State and City Certifications offered by NITC, facilitating a comprehensive understanding of their significance.
City of Kearney CA - UPC Journey Level Plumber
Achieving certification in this category necessitates candidates to possess a minimum of four (4) years' experience in the installation of piping systems. This experience can be validated through completion of a recognized apprenticeship program or substantiated by four (4) years of experience under employers.
Application for the examination can be accessed here, with a fee of $150 for the exam. Attaining a minimum score of 75% on the certification exam is mandatory for passing. Notably, the City of Kearney doesn't mandate recertification.
City of Kearney CA – UPC Master Level Plumber
To pursue certification at the Master Level, candidates are required to have a documented experience of at least six (6) years in the installation of plumbing systems. This entails completion of a recognized Federal and State-approved apprenticeship program in conjunction with proof of an additional two years of plumbing experience from employers.
Access the examination applicationhere, with an exam fee of $160. Securing a minimum score of 75% on the certification exam is essential for success. Similar to the Journey Level certification, the City of Kearney doesn't require recertification.
Los Angeles CA – City Fire Sprinkler Inspector
For those aspiring to be City Fire Sprinkler Inspectors in Los Angeles, specific prerequisites apply:
- Four years of full-time paid experience as a journey-level Fire Sprinkler Fitter, installing fire sprinklers and standpipe systems in commercial facilities adhering to National Fire Protection Association Standards NFPA 13, 2016 edition.
- Four years of full-time paid experience as a Fire Sprinkler Inspector with approval authority over commercial facility fire sprinkler and standpipe installations using National Fire Protection Association Standards NFPA 13, 2016 edition.
The examination application can be accessed online, with a fee of $160 for the exam. A minimum score of 70% on the certification exam is required to pass, and the certification holds for a duration of Three (3) years.
Louisiana Journeyman and Master Plumber
A spectrum of certifications is available in Louisiana, encompassing Journeyman Plumber, Master Plumber, Journey Gas Fitter, Master Gas Fitter, and Tradesman. For comprehensive information, reach out to the Louisiana Office at (888) 234-6834 or visit https://spbla.com/.
Nevada NBOPE Journeyman and Master Plumber
For aspiring Journeyman Plumbers, applicants must fulfill the criterion of four (4) years in a state-registered and accredited apprenticeship or substantiated experience amounting to 8,000 hours in the plumbing trade.
As for Master Plumber applicants, they are mandated to provide proof of holding a current and good-standing NBOPE Nevada Journeyman Plumber License for a year or 2,000 hours.
Access the examination application, with a fee of $125 for the exam. A minimum score of 75% on the certification exam is required for success, with the certification holding for Three (3) years.
For an in-depth exploration of The National Inspection Testing and Certification Corporation (NITC) testing programs, visit https://nationalitc.com/.