API Individual Certification Programs (ICP)

API 1169 PIPELINE CONSTRUCTION INSPECTOR

Brad James Keefer

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.

Skills / Knowledge

oil
natural gas
petrochemical
ICP
API
energy
flaws
tank entry
pipeline construction
onshore pipeline
pipeline inspection
pipeline safety

Issued on

March 31, 2025

Expires on

March 31, 2028