Risk Based Inspection Professional (API 580) FAQ
What is the validity period of the certification?
The certification is valid for a period of 3 years.
When will I be certified?
The certification process typically takes 2-4 weeks after exam results are released, at which time a paper certificate and wallet card will be mailed to the “Preferred” address in your API account profile.
What is the refund policy of API exams?
Refund requests must be submitted to API within three months from the date payment was received by API and prior to the examination window, as set forth below.
When will I receive my exam results?
Exam results are typically released 6-8 weeks after the final day of the testing window. Results are emailed directly from Prometric to the email address that candidates provided when scheduling an exam on Prometric’s website.
Do I need to take a training course for the test?
No, ICP does not require candidates to take a training class to prepare for exams. It is the candidate’s decision whether to attend training before an ICP exam.
Does API charge 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.
Can I reschedule or cancel the exam a day before the actual exam?
You may not reschedule or cancel an exam less than five (5) days before a current exam appointment.
How to schedule the exam?
Follow the following steps to schedule your Risk Based Inspection Professional :
- Go to the ICP portal. Login or signup.
- Locate a testing center.
- Schedule your computer-based test (CBT) location, date, and time
- Confirm your exam appointment details.
- Make the payment and complete your registration.
What are the languages available for the exam?
The exam is available in English language.
What is the passing criterion for the exam?
Passing scores for the exam is 70%.
What is the time duration for Risk Based Inspection Professional exam?
You will get 3.25 hours to do 80 questions in this exam.
What is the format of the exam?
The exam consists of multiple choice questions.
What is the cost to take the exam?
The cost of the exam is $315 for API Members and $365 for Non members.
How many questions will be there in Risk Based Inspection Professional exam?
There will be 80 questions which have to be completed in 3.25 hours in this exam.
What is the prerequisite for the API 580 exam?
- Candidates must hold a current API 510, 570, or 653 certifications.
- If you do not hold a current API 510, 570, or 653 certifications, then qualification is based on a combination of your level of education and industry experience acquired within the last 10 years.
What is API 580 Exam?
API offers a 510 certification through their Individual Certification Program. The purpose of the certification is to identify individuals that possess broad knowledge in maintenance, inspection, repair, and alteration of pressure vessels.
How the exam scores are calculated?
After the completion of your exam, the points you earned on each question are totaled and then compared with the cut score to determine whether the result is pass or fail.
