EXAMINATIONS

There are no prerequisites, prior qualifications, training and/or experience specified for AICIP In-Service Inspectors Examinations. However, candidates with insufficient industry experience will have difficulty passing the theoretical Paper B and Practical Paper E.

To have a reasonable likelihood of demonstrating the required competency and passing the ISI examinations (and to limit cost), it is strongly recommended that applicants have at least the following:

• Qualifications:
  • Year 12 High School, a Trade Certificate or equivalent knowledge.
  • Knowledge of common pressure equipment types and terminology used in Australian Standards.
  • Basic mathematics ability e.g. to calculate the volume, thickness and hoopstress of a cylinder.
• Training – 100 hours formal, self or on-job training in pressure equipment inspection and AS/NZ3788.
• Experience depending on qualifications and training, 5 years (full time equivalent) including 2 years in inspection. Shorter times apply where qualifications and training are high but experience should be sufficient to develop basic technical skills and good communication skills.
• Personal – ability to read, write and communicate orally in the English language.
  – Maturity and reliability, eyesight and hearing (with or without correction) and physical and mental ability to competently perform the proposed inspections

* Pressure Equipment Knowledge – Understand the main technical inspection terms relating to pressure equipment

For SISI applicants’ wider experience, calculation and technical ability is desirable in addition to the above.

Please be sure to keep an eye on our website for updates regarding when the new AS 3788:2024 standard will be implemented in the AICIP examinations.

It is recommended that all applicants review their knowledge and skills; both practical and theoretical. AICIP recommends all applicants consider their education; personal experiences and review their knowledge of the applicable standards prior to applying to sit examinations.

AS/NZS 3788 is the main basis for the examinations and it references some parts of other Standards which may be used for questions where relevant. Examples include:

To apply for the upcoming ISI or SISI examinations:

1. Create a WeldQ account (if you don’t already have one).
2. Complete your profile information on WeldQ.
3. Start an application for the ISI or SISI program.
4. Upload supporting documentation that meets all of the requirements.

If you require assistance, please email aicip@weldaustralia.com.au

• Papers and Invigilator comments are assessed by at least two examiners highly experienced in the subject, where a result is close to the pass mark and who only know the candidate’s examination number.
• Answers are assessed against a set of standard answers but allowance is made for difficulty. No marks are deducted for poor spelling, layout, or writing unless unreadable.
• Final marks are usually the average of the examiners’ marks.
• Marks close to a pass are “moderated” i.e. a third examiner may be requested to review the marked papers.
• For In-Service Inspector – To gain certification, you must achieve a score of 70% or higher on all three papers.
• For Senior In-Service Inspector – To gain certification, you must achieve a score of 70% or higher on all two papers.
• An initial candidate who fails to obtain the pass grade for any examination paper, may seek re-examination up to two times in the failed papers.
• If you have passed some of the exams, these will be held for a maximum of 2 years from the original examination (first date). Failure on third attempt means no papers can be held and you will be required to re-sit all papers again.

All results will be processed within an 8 -10 week turnaround time from the last exam date.

All applicants will be notified of their results by email.

Applicants who fail an examination can request a re-mark or re-sit the examination.

Applicants can apply for a re-sit of their examination Paper(s) but submitting a re-sit application using their WeldQ profile.

The Code of Ethics applies to all members; stakeholders who include inspectors, invigilators, examiners and industry associates. The Code should not be interpreted as a full or exhaustive list of the situations which may present as compliance or non-compliance. All members and stakeholders need to comply with the conditions and the spirit of the Code.

When performing your professional duties, you will:

• Demonstrate Integrity and dignity acting with integrity, honesty and impartiality; acting appropriately, and in a professional manner; comply with all legal and contractual obligations.
• Accept and perform work only within their areas of competence, i.e. within their capability, qualifications, training and experience.
• Apply skill and knowledge in the interest of, their client or employers to carry out work in a proper, impartial and proficient manner; and compete lawfully and faithfully,
• Avoid or advise where a conflict of interest may arise between clients, employers or the public.
• Ensure confidentiality of copyright information or material obtained in the course of your work is not transferred to other parties unless accompanied by the written authority from a duly authorised person.
• Provide professional advice and reports ensuring evidence, opinions or statements are accurate, objective and in a truthful manner; ensure reports and documents are based on adequate knowledge, identified interest, and state any limitations or conditions; and inform clients and employers when, in the interest of health and safety, further work is required or that work is outside your competence.
• Continue ongoing professional development supporting others to further develop their knowledge and experience to improve competence – knowledge and skill to match changes in technology.
• Demonstrate ongoing commitment and responsibility for the welfare and health and safety of the community and the environment, giving this priority before sectional or private interest.

AICIP use of certificate, logos and marks

You may use the AICIP logo on your business card; letterhead; email signature and/or website. However, any use of the AICIP logo must be carried out in accordance with the rules specified in this document and the AICIP style guide. The following restrictions apply to any use of the AICIP logo:

• AICIP logo shall be used on business cards; letterheads; company websites or signatures of Certified Inspectors. Any exemptions must be approved by AICIP in writing.
• The AICIP logo may NOT be used on badges, clothing, hats or any type of apparel, or physical displays.
• AICIP certification is NOT to be used in such a manner that may bring AICIP is disrepute, and not to make any statement regarding the certification that is deemed misleading or unauthorised by AICIP.
• AICIP logo shall NOT be used in any manner that violates federal, state or local law.
• The AICIP logo, identification card and certificate are NOT to be used in any misleading manner.
• If you are found to be suspended or your certification has been withdrawn you MUST discontinue the use of all claims or references to your AICIP certification and immediately return your certificate and identification card issued by AICIP.

If the above requirements are not met AICIP reserves the right to request those using AICIP’s name, logo, or reference to AICIP in an unacceptable manner, to immediately desist and withdraw such documentation.

Where doubt exists on the use of the AICIP name, or logo, advice should be sought from AICIP before using.