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Pipeline Construction Inspector

American Petroleum Institute

Certification

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The API 1169 Pipeline Construction Inspector certification program was developed in cooperation with industry experts in order to establish an industry-wide credential for the inspection of new construction of on-shore pipelines.

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This exam is scheduled to be administered in-person at designated test centers only. The API 1169 Pipeline Construction Inspector certification program was developed in cooperation with industry experts in order to establish an industry-wide credential for the inspection of new construction of on-shore pipelines. This certification is open to qualified applicants who are seeking to become certified inspectors in API-1169: Recommended Practice for Basic Inspection Requirements - New Pipeline Construction. Qualified individuals should be knowledgeable about: General onshore pipeline construction inspection Inspector responsibilities Personnel and general pipeline safety Environmental and pollution control API 1169 certification is valid for a three-year term. Are you qualified to take the API 1169 exam? API 1169 Pipeline Construction Inspector Certification requirements are based on work experience acquired within the last 20 years. Education and other certifications may also be needed. Applicants can qualify in one or more of these categories. Pipeline Inspection Experience General Oil & Gas Industry Inspection Experience Non-Inspection Pipeline Experience Non-Inspection General Oil & Gas Industry Experience Other Heavy Industry Experience Determine which category applies to you and then provide the information that is required. The minimum amount of experience/education needed to qualify MUST be documented on your application and will be verified after your application has been submitted. If you are using education or certification to help you qualify, then official documentation (in the English language) will need to be uploaded into your application.

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Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

  • Apply quality assurance practices including records, measurement, and documentation in pipeline construction inspection
  • Apply safety practices including basic site safety and roles and responsibilities in pipeline construction
  • Apply environmental compliance requirements including permits, stormwater pollution prevention plans, and best management practices in pipeline construction
  • Apply training and qualification requirements for pipeline construction inspection personnel
  • Perform survey and staking activities and apply right-of-way clearing and grading requirements in pipeline construction
  • Interpret alignment sheets, specifications, and permits for right-of-way clearing and grading operations
Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

  • Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters47-2152.00
  • Construction and Building Inspectors47-4011.00
  • Environmental Compliance Inspectors13-1041.01
  • Gas Plant Operators51-8092.00
What You'll Learn

Key competencies developed through this program

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Mastery: developing (Level 2)(based on Certification)

  • Pipe system shutoff procedures — execute independently using valve keys and wrenches to isolate sections safely during repair work on multi-unit residential buildings.
  • Copper, PVC, and steel pipe assemblies — join using soldering, brazing, cement, or threaded couplings with consistent quality across routine residential and light commercial installations.
  • Pipe layout positions and passage holes — mark accurately using levels and rulers with minimal oversight on standard new-construction framing packages.
  • Cutting torches, pipe threaders, and pipe benders — operate routinely to fabricate pipe sections to specification on commercial construction projects.
  • Blueprints and building codes — review and apply to plan pipe routing and select appropriate materials for familiar installation scenarios.
  • Underground storm and sanitary piping systems — install and extend to connect fixtures following engineered drawings on residential subdivision projects.
  • Troubleshooting common pipe leaks and blockages — diagnose and repair using systematic inspection techniques during service calls with limited supervision.
  • Full-scale pipe layout drawings — lay out on-site from blueprint dimensions to guide installation of supports and equipment in standard mechanical rooms.
  • Time and task sequencing — manage personal workload across concurrent plumbing tasks to meet project milestones on mid-size commercial job sites.
  • Customer and building occupant communication — explain repair scope and expected disruption clearly and professionally during service and maintenance visits.

Some details on this page are auto-populated from public workforce data sources: O*NET (opens in new tab), BLS (opens in new tab), College Scorecard (opens in new tab), DOL Training Provider Results (opens in new tab), NSX (opens in new tab). Provided in partnership with LER.me Career Intelligence.

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