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AICIP Faq
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Got questions about who AICIP is, how its managed and what it does? You’re in the right place. Our FAQ covers the most common queries from inspectors, employers, and applicants, from eligibility and fees to ongoing professional development.
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About AICIP
What is AICIP?
The Australian Institute for the Certification of Inspection Personnel is a not for profit voluntary organisation examining the competencies of PE inspection personnel. Formed in 1995 due to change in government; the changes urged industry to self-regulate. Self-regulation focused on manufacture; installation; and operation of engineered plant. In particular, owners of in-service plant needed to ensure that inspections were completed by competent persons. Developed by industry organisations, with the support of the state regulatory authorities, AICIP now provides competency certification programs for inspection personnel that are highly regarded and respected by industry.
How is AICIP managed?
AICIP is in the process of being managed by Weld Australia.
Does AICIP facilitate training courses?
No. AICIP does not conduct training courses ensuring there is no conflict of interest. AICIP only conducts examinations and certification programs.
What types of inspection personnel and plant are covered by AICIP?
Pressure equipment.
Will certificates of competency issued by Australian organisations or overseas bodies be recognised for exemption from AICIP examinations?
No. AICIP has considered the issue and decided that all candidates seeking AICIP certification must undertake the examinations.
What does AICIP certification mean to an employer of a person holding such certification?
It is the employer’s/owner’s responsibility to ensure that inspection is performed by a competent person. AICIP certification means that the inspector has been assessed as competent to undertake the work as required. However the employer of the inspector has the assurance that the inspector was independently examined and found to have certain competencies.
Can an employer recognise inspectors who have previously obtained recognition from Regulatory Authorities and overseas bodies?
It is the prerogative of the employer, owner user etc to employ whoever they wish. They must comply with the appropriate standards and regulations in place in States and Territories of Australia. AICIP offers them the opportunity to utilise a nationally recognised, independent certification program for them to make decisions to assist them with their responsibilities to employ a competent person.
When were the first AICIP examinations held?
The first examinations for the Australian Institute for the Certification of Inspection Personnel (AICIP) were successfully completed on the 10 July 1997. These examinations were for the certification of inspection personnel as In-Service Inspector and Senior In-Service Inspector of Pressure Equipment.
How are examiners selected?
Examiners are selected from the National Panel of Examiners, have at least 10 years’ experience in the design; manufacture; installation; operation; maintenance of pressure equipment; and have at least 3 years’ inspection of pressure equipment or similar equipment; and shall understand the AICIP certification scheme. Examiners assist with question development; apply examination procedures; and shall be fluent in English (written and oral).
Where can I obtain a list of Certified In-service and Senior In-service Inspectors of Pressure Equipment?
Certified AICIP Inspectors can be found on the Find an Inspector page.
