Piping Inspector (API 570) FAQ
Following are some top Piping Inspector (API 570) exam FAQs:
1. What is Piping Inspector Exam?
The Piping Inspector API 570 examination determines if applicants have the required knowledge. Employers and the industry as a whole benefit from this certification programme since it helps to: Maintain a high level of safety through the employment of process pipe inspectors.
2. What is the prerequisite for the exam?
- Candidates must have the combination of education and experience related to in-service metallic piping systems.
- This experience must have been acquired within the last 10 years while employed by, or under contract with, an authorized inspection agency as defined in API 570.
3. What is the course structure for the Exam?
Following topics are in the course structure of Piping Inspector exam:
- Organization and Certification Requirements
- Types and Definitions of Maintenance Inspections
- Welding on Piping
- Corrosion and Minimum Thickness Evaluation
- Estimated Remaining Life
- Inspection Interval Determination and Issues Affecting Intervals
- Maintenance Inspection Safety Practices
- Inspection Records and Reports
- Repairs/Alterations/Reratings to Piping
- Rerating Piping
- Pressure Testing After Repairs, Alterations, or Rerating
- Pressure-Temperature Ratings
- Markings
- Materials
- Dimensions
- Test
- Limiting Dimensions of Gaskets
- Methods for Establishing Pressure-Temperature Ratings
- Methods of performing positive material identification and related record keeping
4. How many questions are there and what is the time allotted for Piping Inspector exam?
There will be 150 questions with a time duration of 7.5 hours in this exam.
5. What is the format of the exam?
The exam consists of multiple choice questions.
6. What is the cost to take the exam?
The cost of the exam is $730 for API Members and $940 for Non members.
7. What are the languages available for the exam?
The exam is available in English language.
8. Is there any passing criterion for the exam?
Passing scores for the exam is 70%.
9. How to schedule the exam?
To schedule the exam please follow the following steps:
- Go to Prometric’s website at www.prometric.com/apiexams
- Locate a testing center.
- Schedule your computer-based test (CBT) location, date and time.
- Confirm your exam appointment details.
10. Can I reschedule or cancel the exam a day before the actual exam?
You are not allowed to reschedule or cancel an exam less than five (5) days before a current exam appointment.
11. Do I have to pay additional fee to reschedule or cancel the exam?
A fee of $70 is charge in order to rescheduled or cancel the exam within 5-29 days prior to an existing exam appointment.
12. Do I need to take a training course for the test?
No, ICP does not need candidates to attend a training course in order to prepare for their tests. It is up to the candidate to decide whether or not to take training before taking the ICP test.
13. When will I receive my exam results?
Exam results are provided 6-8 weeks after the exam window closes. Prometric sends results to the email address supplied by applicants when booking a test on the company’s website.
14. What is the refund policy of API exams?
Any refund claims must be filed to API within three months of the date of payment and prior to the inspection window, which is outlined below.
15. When will I be certified?
After passing the exam, the certification procedure takes around 2-4 weeks to complete, after which a printed certificate and wallet card will be delivered to the “Preferred” address listed in your API account profile.
16. Is there any validity of the certification?
Yes, the certification is valid for a period of 3 years only.
