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API
Individual Certification Programs(ICP)
SINGAPORE 2012Tina Briskin Manager, ICP
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What are Individual CertificationPrograms?
Certification Programs designed to
identify qualified, knowledgeable
industry experts (inspectors)
Different programs cover differentareas of knowledge, skills and
expertise
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What are Individual CertificationPrograms?
Done through independent, non-biased 3rdparty certification process
API is an ideal 3rd party
Certification is based on testing Applicants are tested against industry
standards that are recognized and used with
confidence worldwide
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Benefits and Advantages ofUsing ICP
Provide knowledgeable specializedinspectors
Establish minimum standard of knowledgeand skill for personnel
Provide higher management control ofinspection practices
Increase employers confidence and peace-of-mind
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Benefits and Advantages ofUsing ICP
API Inspection Standards represent the bestindustry practices available
Only people with experience are allowed totest
Help maintain safety and high level ofperformance
Reduce potential for downtime because ofequipment failure
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API Certified Inspectors Are:
Knowledgeable in the industryCodes/Standards requirements related toinspection for the type of equipment.
Knowledgeable in inspection procedures.
Capable in establishing necessaryinspection intervals and specify the type ofinspection to ensure equipment integrity.
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API Certified Inspectors Are:
Knowledgeable in welding procedures and
qualification evaluation. Knowledgeable in various nondestructive
examination techniques.
Knowledgeable in the type of NDE
equipment for the needed examinations. Can act independently and perform the
needed NDE with minimal supervision.
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Multi-Industry
ICP Inspectors expertise is applicableacross various industries
Petroleum
Chemical
Utility, food, pulp and paper
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ICP Worldwide we are international
US and Canada
Europe
Australia South Africa
South America
Middle East
India
Singapore, Indonesia,Malaysia,
Other Asian countries
We test and certify inspectors worldwide:
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Our Expertise
Running certification programs since 1989
11 different certification programs ( basic andsupplemental)
Paper-based exams, online quizzes and
performance demonstrations are offered
Over 15,000 clients all over the world
Average of 45 testing sites for each exam
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Reasons for our success
API standards truly represent the best practices
Scientifically designed, valid and legallydefensible examinations
Professionalism
Fairness
Flexibility Availability
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ICP Worldwide
Made Possible through: Flexibility
Worldwide test locations
We can organize a test site almost anywhere
with as few as 10 people
Translation capabilities
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ICP Scope
3 Basic Programs ( 510, 570, 653)
3 Supplemental or advanced programs (571,
577, 580)
2 Specialized programs ( 936 and TES)
3 NDE programs ( performance demonstration)
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ICP Scope
3 Tests Based on API Standards
API 510 -Pressure Vessel(1989) over 6,000 certifications
API 653 - Tank Inspection (1992) over 4, 000 certifications
API 570 - Pipe Inspection (1996) almost 5,000 certifications
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ICP Scope
2 Specialized Tests basedon API Standards
API 936 Refractory
Personnel
API TES Tank Entry
Supervisor
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ICP Scope
4 Performance Demonstration Testsof Skills
QUTE Qualification of UTexaminers (detection portion) 2001
QUSE Qualification of UT
examiners (sizing portion) -2010
QUTE PA Phased Array method- 2011
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ICP Method for written tests
Certification method based on:
Applicant prequalification through a
combination of minimum education and
experience
Written examination
Special training is not required
Training on commercial basis is widely
available and successful
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Written Tests All questions are multiple choice
Candidates have a right to challenge aquestion
Currently offered inEnglish/Spanish/Chinese/Korean
Open and closed book sessions Fully proctored and secure
4 to 8 hours in length
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Certification Process
ExaminationCertification
Experience/Education Application Review
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Initial Certif ication Fees, in US $
510, 570,
653, TES
936 571, 577
580
QUTE
QUSE
Non-member
price
800 500 275 850
Memberprice 600 350 225 650
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Certification Fees Include:
First examination attempt
Three years of certification
Additional two consecutiveattempts on the
same application ( reschedule fees apply)
New application is required if the certificate isnot obtained
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Certification Process Step-by-Step1. Check the minimum qualification
requirements for your chosen certificationprogram to determine your eligibility forcertification. Our programs are NOT for thebeginners.
2. Review APIs testing and certificationpolicies.
3. Determine the most convenient test dateand location for your chosen program.
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Certification Process Step-by-Step
4. Download the application on your computer fromwww.api.org/icp. Save it.
5. Type in the info filling the application completely.
6. Print and mail your application, all supporting
documentation, and payment to API by thedeadline indicated.
7. Download and study the Body of Knowledge for
your chosen program.
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8. Obtain necessary technical documents and publications.
9. Prepare for the examination. Training programs are
optional and not provided by API.
10.Take the examination on the scheduled day.
11.Scores and results of the examination are provided to
each applicant approximately (8) weeks after the
examination.
12.A certification number is issued to each applicant who
has provided all necessary paperwork and has passed
the examination.
Certification Process Step-by-Step
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Certification Process - Timeline
1. Application deadline usually 10-11 weeks
before the test date we need time to secureexam rooms and proctors
2. Applications are processed in the order they are
received (if the payment is attached)
3. Once application is processed, (within 6 weeks
after application deadline) API sends each
applicant an acknowledgement letter via e-mail.
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Certification Process Timeline
4. If we are not sure whether the applicant
qualifies, we will contact him by e-mail to obtainmore info.
5. If the applicant appears to be qualified but theapplication is incomplete, we will send him adeficiency letter yes, by e-mail.
6. 4 weeks before the test API completes a rosterand no scheduling changes can be made at thattime.
7. 3 weeks before the test API sends eachapplicant an admission ticket.
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How to Prepare an Application
Download application from ICP
website and save it on your PC Fill out completely in English and
submit by the application deadline
Payment must be attached
May be submitted to API directly
or through a third party
Application lifespan 1 year
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Application Includes:
Names, birthdates, addresses,telephones, etc.
History of education and proof ( copiesof diplomas)
Work history and proof (employment
reference form, letters frommanagement)
Legal Agreements between inspectorand API
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How to Prepare an Application
Use full names given and surnames
Provide a valid e-mail address
Provide all necessary documents to prove
your educational background
Provide all necessary documents to prove
your experience
Sign legal agreements
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Verification of Experience
Is necessary to ensure applicants
qualifications Endorsed by a supervisor and
notarized
Reviewed by API staff and periodically
audited In the countries where notaries are not
available, other methods ofconfirmation may be used
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Employment Verification
The ERF must be signed by a supervisor.
Company stamp is utilized in lieu of the
notary stamp
In addition to the ERF the applicant must
provide an employment confirmation letter.This letter must be submitted on company
letterhead, and signed by a higher company
official.
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Qualification Requirements(API 510/570/653)
Education MinimumExperience
Skills Required
Bachelor degree inscience /technology
I year Supervision orperformance ofinspection activities
Associate degree (2
yrs) in
science/technology
2 years Design, construction, repair,
operation, or inspection, of
which 1 year must be in
supervision or performance
of inspection activities
High School 3 years As above
No formal education 5 years As above
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Important Considerations
If a candidate appears to be not qualified, he
will not be allowed to test If a candidate appears to be qualified, but the
proof of experience is not sufficient, he will be
allowed to test
Certification will not be granted without avalid proof of experience, even if the
candidate passed the test
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When Submitting Your Application
Apply on time
Complete all pages
Pay in full
Type, not write, your information
Provide your name, ID and a unique, valid e-
mail address
Check your e-mail frequently
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Examinations
Held two or three times a year for
each testing program ( dates are NOT
flexible)
New examination version each time
Offered at multiple locationsthroughout the US and worldwide
Fully proctored, completely secure
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Regular Sites/ Special Sites
15-20 standardized test sites
We bring the exam to you
Additional locations are available upon
request - special site administrations
No administrative fees with a minimum of 10-12 new candidates
Sliding scale of fees if fewer
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Preparing for an Examination
API publishes:
List of documents to study
Body of knowledge
Few sample questions
Self-study or training class
Training class is not a requirement
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Study list of documents
For example, to prepare for API 510:
API Standard 510, Pressure Vessel Inspection Code: In-Service Inspection, Rating, Repair, and Alteration
API Recommended Practice 571, Damage MechanismsAffecting Fixed Equipment in the Refining Industry
API Recommended Practice 572, Inspection of PressureVessels
API Recommended Practice 576,Inspection of Pressure-Relieving Devices
API Recommended Practice 577 Welding Inspectionand Metallurgy
American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME),Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code,Section V, Section VIII,Section IX
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Body of Knowledge
Lists all the reference material and
publications necessary for exam preparation
Describes in detail what sections of the
reference material and publications are
relevant
Covers all the topics included in the exam
Published on APIs website
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Examinations
API 510, 570 and 653
8 hours and 150 questions API 2015 TES
4 hours, 120 questions
API 936
4 hours and 75 questions
API 571, 580 and 577
4 hours, 70 questions
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Examinations
API 510, 570 and 653
Open book (about 50 questions, 4hours, difficult problems, requiring
the use of charts, graphs, etc)
Closed book (about 100 questions, 4
hours, easier questions candidates
must know material by heart)
Total 8 hours and 150 questions
Fully proctored and observed
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Examination Grading
Not graded on a bell curve and no quotas used
Initial passing point is determined by the panel
of the industry experts as a benchmark
Test graded by the equating process,
comparing the difficulty of each test to the
benchmark
Floating passing point (usually between 67 and73%)
Passing percentage usually between 50 and
60%
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Recertification
For API 510, 570 and 653
Every 3 years - by proof of experience Every 6 years - by online examination
Questions derived from changes to API codesover the last 6 years
Recertification exam grading is immediateshowing pass/fail status
For all others
Every 3 years by proof of experience
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Online Quiz
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Website Services and Features
Applications (new, reschedules, recertification)
Policies, procedures, exam information
Dates and locations for exams
Inspector search and verification
My ICP: online quizzes, personal info updates
and verification
Inspector directory
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ICP Directory
Lists all credentials for those certified
individuals who choose to be included
Searchable by country, state, or certification
type
Employers use it to find employable, qualified
inspectors in their area
Certified individuals can also maintain their
personal information
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ICP Directory
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ICP Statistics
Currently:
13,700certified individuals
Certified Individuals in over 70countries
23,800active certifications
Approximately 75% of certified individualsreside in North America
8,000 applicants tested in 2011
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ICP Rapid Growth
0
5000
10000
15000
20000
25000
2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011
8843
10006
1107411611
12661
14061
15655
17576
19449
23842
API 510
API 570
API 653
Other
Programs
Total
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ICP Popularity and GrowthOverseas
8 years ago only 2% of ICP certificationswere held by individuals residing outside ofNorth America
Currently 30% of all ICP certifications areheld by individuals residing outside of North
America ( last year 25%) API Inspection Standards are the most
accepted and used all over the world
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Registered Applicants
36.5%
39.0%
44.4%53.2%
55.2%
0%
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20%
30%
40%
50%
60%
70%80%
90%
100%
2007 2008 2009 2010 2011
Overseas
North America
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Volume of API Certifications
86.9%83.7%
80.8% 79.0%76.3%
70.2%
13.1%16.3%
19.2% 21.0%23.7%
29.8%
0%
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2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011
Overseas
NorthAmerica
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Countries with mostCertifications
Countries Certificates held
USA 13898Canada 2841India 1559Malaysia 547Saudi Arabia 577Singapore 430
United Kingdom 411Egypt 420UAE 372Qatar 341
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Our Future
Web-based application system no more paper
Instant access to information: status,examination schedules, results, missing
information, certificates.
Communication link to API staff and resources
to questions answered Automatic e-mail updates and notifications
Quicker turnaround for applications/requests
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ICP Contact Information
Website: www.api.org/icp
Customer Service:
Telephone: (202) 682-8064
E-mail: [email protected]
Tina Briskin, Manager
Telephone: (202) 682-8191
E-mail: [email protected]
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