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Designed to prepare qualified students to challenge the HEP Quality Control Inspector certification exam, this 3-day course will entail a review of exam-specific information, the types of questions commonly included in the exam and provide participants with the opportunity to take a mock exam. 

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Course Description  

Students will review and practice the skills needed to become a successful QCI and take a written exam of their QCI skills. Upon successful completion of the exam, each student will receive a certificate of completion. Student learning will be assessed using quizzes, instructor observation, and a 30-question exam. This assessment is to benefit both the instructors and students by identifying areas requiring additional improvement. 

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What you will learn/review: 

• Conduct a precise inspection of a building 

• Verify work performed against a work plan 

• Observe retrofit work 

• Understand specifications and standards 

• Perform building and safety diagnostics 

• Record/report findings and concerns 

• Specify corrective actions 

• Communicate effectively with a client 

• Determine the final pass/fail of work performed. 

 

Why Choose our Program 

Our training is tailored to meet the needs of professionals in the weatherization industry. With a focus on practical examples, participants will engage with state-of-the-art technology, along with traditional techniques, to provide a high-quality learning environment.   

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Program Highlights: 

• Experienced instructors 

• Interactive session and hands-on exercises 

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Prerequisites 

• Certification: HEP Energy Auditor* 

• Students should be competent in basic mathematics, construction terminology, and possess basic computer operation skills prior to attending this training. 

*Please note that students will be required to provide proof of certification and/or work experience before they are allowed to challenge the online exam. https://www.bpi.org/certified-professionals/quality-control-inspector 

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Physical Requirements 

• Physical Requirements: Sit or stand for long periods of time. 

• Ability to access attics and crawlspaces. 

• During class time we will be in a warehouse where temperatures can fluctuate according to the weather.  Dress in layers. 

• During lab time, we recommend wearing closed-toed shoes and clothes that can get dirty, stained and cover all skin (long-sleeved shirt and long pants). 

 

What to Know Before I Go? 

• BPI HEP Quality Control Inspector written exams are held after the training 

• Workbooks will be provided digitally to the students before class via the "Current Students" page on OTI’s website.  You will need to download the workbook and other reference materials before class starts, and you're welcome to print the workbook and reference materials or access them digitally during class. Some exercises may require internet access to complete fully. If you do not have access to a laptop computer, tablet or smart phone, please contact Lara (lara@caporegon.org) or Nick (nick@caporegon.org).