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(CAE & EI) Residential Electrical and Specialty Code Inspector Certification
Residential Electrical Inspectors and Electrical Specialty Code Inspectors Exam Prep
The state of Oregon requires applicants to meet various experience and exam requirements before they can become a Residential Electrical Inspector or Electrical Specialty Code Inspector. We have outlined all of the requirements in the sections below. If you still have questions, feel free to reach out to one of our licensing specialists.
At RocketCert, we offer expertly crafted exam prep to ensure you'll be ready for the required exams. Our exam prep is designed to help you pass your test the first time, and is backed with our no pass, no pay policy. All of our courses are available from almost any device, any time. We hope that you will make RocketCert your home to help you become a Oregon Residential Electrical Inspector or Plumbing Specialty Code Inspector.
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What type of work can be done with this certification?
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Residential Electrical Inspector
Also known as the One-and-Two Family Dwelling Electrical Inspector, the Residential Electrical Inspectors may conduct inspections of: electrical work regulated by the Oregon Residential Specialty Code (including the Low-Rise Residential Dwelling Code), work regulated by the Oregon Manufactured Dwelling Installation Specialty Code, the provisions of OAR chapter 918, division 500, the Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standards 24 CFR 3280 and 3282, and any portion (structural and electrical) of a solar photovoltaic installation up to 25 kilowatts.
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Electrical Specialty Code Inspector
Certified Oregon Electrical Specialty Code Inspectors may perform the following: inspect electrical installations regulated by the Oregon Electrical Specialty Code, inspect electrical installations regulated by the Oregon Residential Specialty Code, conduct electrical plan reviews as provided in OAR 918-311-0040, and inspect any portion (structural and electrical) of a solar photovoltaic installation up to 25 kilowatts.
What are the requirements to getting a certification?
Residential Electrical Inspector RequirementsThe Residential Electrical Inspector Certification can be obtained through either division examination or division training:
- Submit the division's Application for Certification form
- Submit Applicable Fee
- Pass the Residential Electrical Inspector (CAE)
- Pay applicable fees for course enrollment and exam
- Complete the Residential Electrical Inspector (CAE) course
- Pass the State Certification Exam: Residential Electrical Inspector (CAE) certification exam
Experience Requirements
- Be an Oregon journey-level electrician
- Have two years experience as an Oregon limited residential or general journey-level electrician
- Have a certificate of completion from an apprenticeship program meeting the equivalency requirements of OAR 918-282-0170, plus two years experience as a licensed journey-level electrician
- 90 quarter hours or 60 semester hours education and training in electrical engineering, which includes designing and installing electrical systems, through a college or community college
- Be a licensed journey-level electrician and have four years experience as a licensed journey-level electrician
- Two years of experience as an electrical inspector in another jurisdiction inspecting electrical installations in commercial or residential structures for compliance with a recognized code for electrical installations
- Complete the division's board-approved practicum
- Successfully pass the division's certification examination
Electrical Specialty Code Inspector RequirementsThe Electrical Specialty Code Inspector Certification can be obtained through division examination:
- Submit the division's Application for Certification form
- Submit Applicable Fee
- Pass the Residential Electrical Inspector (EI)
- Pay applicable fees for course enrollment and exam
- Complete the Electrical Specialty Code Inspector (EI) course
- Pass the State Certification Exam: Electrical Specialty Code Inspector (EI) certification exam
Experience Requirements
- Oregon Journey-Level Experience:
- Four years of employment and experience as a licensed Oregon jouney-level electrician; or
- Two years of employment and experience as a licensed Oregon journey-level electrician, plus successful completion of the division's board-approved practicum
- Out-of-State Journey-Level Experience:
- A certificate of completion from an apprenticeship program meeting the equivalency requirements of OAR 918-282-0170, plus four years experience as a journey-level electrician working on commercial, industrial, or multifamily structures; or
- Be a licensed journey-level electrician, plus eight years experience as a licensed journey-level electrician working on commercial, industrial, or multifamily structures, plus successful completion of the division's board approved commercial Electrical inspector practicum
- Out-of-State Inspection Experience
- Ten years work experience in the inspection of electrical installations of which at least five years is of commercial, industrial, or multifamily structures as a certified inspector possessing a nationally recognized certification or its equivalent; or
- Eight years work experience in the inspection of electrical installations which at least four years is of commercial, industrial, or multifamily structures as a certified inspector possessing a nationally recognized certification or its equivalent, plus successful completion of the division's board-approved commercial Electrical inspector practicum
- Engineering Experience
- A four-year Bachelor of Science in electrical engineering, plus two years approved experience in design, inspection, or supervision of installations covered by the National Electrical Code or the Oregon Electrical Specialty Code; or
- Be a certified professional electrical engineer
How do I obtain a certification?
To apply for your Residential Electrical Inspector and Electrical Specialty Code Inspector certification, contact the Oregon Department of Consumer and Business Services at 503-387-7974 or visit their website.
Certified code enforcement officers in Oregon are required to complete code change courses and high-priority training when needed. The division may determine that a code change course is not required if a given code was not significantly changed or the division otherwise determined a code change course is unnecessary. Licenses are to be renewed every three years (2023, 2026, 2029, etc.).
With RocketCert, our education is written by a combination of professional educators and industry professionals. Our exam prep is guaranteed to help you pass the exam, and is backed with our no pass, no pay policy. We pride ourselves on providing industry leading customer service. Also, if you find a better original price on any online course that we offer, we will beat it by 10%.
PURCHASE EXAM PREP, BOOKS, & STUDY
Preparing to pass the State exam is a critical part of becoming a certified residential electrical inspector or electrical specialty code inspector. Failing the exam can result in substantial delays before you are able to work under your certification. We offer industry leading exam prep and all of the required books, at an unbeatable price.
PASS THE EXAM
After studying with RocketCert, you will be on your way to passing the required exam or course exam (see below). Contact the Oregon Inspector Training Program at 503-373-7974 to begin this process. Testing centers are setup throughout the State in larger cities.
APPLY FOR YOUR CERTIFICATION
After completing the steps above, it's time to receive your certification through the Oregon Department of Consumer and Business Services.
Which Exam Do I Need to Take?
Note: The course exams do not have bulletins available at this time.
Exams for the Residential Electrical Inspector Certification
Residential Electrical Inspector (CAE) Division Examination
Residential Electrical Inspector (CAE) Division Course Examination
Exams for the Electrical Specialty Code Inspector Certification
Electrical Specialty Code Inspector (EI) Division Course Examination
Electrical Specialty Code Inspector (EI) Division Examination
How do I pass the exam?
The exam prep includes math, geometry, highlighting guides covering the topics your exam is based on, practice questions for each references, and unlimited attempts on our "test simulation".
Online Exam Prep Includes:
- Math & Plans Lessons - Here, we teach you math concepts and how to solve calculations on test day.
- Highlighting Guides - Introduce the critical information in your book(s). This will familiarize you with each book’s content and its layout.
- Quizzes - These practice quizzes are based on each individual book/reference. They reinforce key concepts.
- Test Simulation / Practice Exam - Comprehensive exams randomly generated from our database of questions. Test simulations are restricted by time, and hints are disabled. Test simulations are as close to the real exam as you can get.
- Guide to Tabbing - This section includes tabbing books and other test taking strategies to keep calm and focused during the exam.
Books & References for the Residential Electrical Inspector and Electrical Specialty Code Inspector Certification Exams:
1 Book Tab Bundle
Permanent Blank Tabs - 375 Pack
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