Piping Inspector (API 570)
Piping Inspector (API 570)
Piping Inspector (API 570)
The Piping Inspector API 570 examination is designed to determine if applicants have the required knowledge. This certification program benefits employers and the industry as a whole by helping to: Provide a continued high level of safety through the use of inspectors specialized in process piping.
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.
Exam Structure
- 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
Exam Format and Information
| Exam Name Piping Inspector | Exam Code API 570 |
| Exam Duration 7.5 hours | Exam Format Multiple Choice |
| Exam Type 0 | Number of Questions 150 Questions |
| Eligibility/Pre-Requisite 0 | Exam Fee API member fee: $730 Non member fee: $940 |
| Exam Language English | Pass Score 70% and above |
Piping Inspector (API 570) FAQs
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.
Is there any assistance from Testprep Training in terms of exam preparation?
Yes, Testprep Training offers email support for any certification related query while you are preparing for the exam using our practice exams. Your query will be handled by experts in due course.
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.
Does Testprep Training offer Money Back Guarantee for the Exam Simulator?
Yes, we offer a 100% unconditional money back guarantee. In case you are not able to clear the exam for then you can request for the full refund. Please note that we only refund the cost of product purchased from Testprep Training and not the Piping Inspector Exam cost.
Can we try the free test before purchasing the practice exam?
Yes testprep training offers free practice tests for Piping Inspector Exam which can be used before the final purchase for complete test.
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.
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For how long is the license valid after purchase?
Once purchased, the practice exams can be access for the lifetime.
Do you provide any preparation guidance for this certification exam?
Yes our experts frequently blog about the tips and tricks for exam preparation.
What is the validity period of the certification?
The certification is valid for a period of 3 years.
Do TestprepTraining provide practice set questions for Piping Inspector Exam?
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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.
What is Piping Inspector Exam?
The Piping Inspector API 570 examination is designed to determine if applicants have the required knowledge. This certification program benefits employers and the industry as a whole by helping to: Provide a continued high level of safety through the use of inspectors specialized in process piping.
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.
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?
• 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.
What is the passing criterion for the exam?
Passing scores for the exam is 70%.
What is the format of the exam?
The exam consists of multiple choice questions.
What is the time duration for Piping Inspector exam?
You will get 7.5 hours to do 150 questions in this exam.
What are the languages available for the exam?
The exam is available in English language.
How many questions will be there in Piping Inspector exam?
There will be 150 questions which have to be completed in 7.5 hours in this exam.
What is the cost to take the exam?
The cost of the exam is $730 for API Members and $940 for Non members.
What is the course structure for the Exam?
1. Organization and Certification Requirements
2. Types and Definitions of Maintenance Inspections
3. Welding on Piping
4. Corrosion and Minimum Thickness Evaluation
5. Estimated Remaining Life
6. Inspection Interval Determination and Issues Affecting Intervals
7. Maintenance Inspection Safety Practices
8. Inspection Records and Reports
9. Repairs/Alterations/Reratings to Piping
10. Rerating Piping
11. Pressure Testing After Repairs, Alterations, or Rerating
12. Pressure Temperature Ratings
13. Markings
14. Materials
15. Dimensions
16. Test
17. Limiting Dimensions of Gaskets
18. Methods for Establishing Pressure-Temperature Ratings
19. Methods of performing positive material identification and related record keeping
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.