Class C-R: Instrument Mechanic
Electrical FSR Certification
Overview
The Class C-R - Instrument Mechanic Field Safety Representative (FSR) certificate of qualification is a restricted class within the Class C category. With this certificate, you may install, repair, maintain, replace, calibrate and program equipment for process monitoring and control instruments including hydraulic, electronic, mechanical, fluidic, nuclear, optical or chemical signal transmission, telemetering and digital devices, in industrial operations. The scope of work is restricted to regulated work on electrical equipment within the scope of the trade certificate (Class I and Class II circuits).
To obtain this certificate, you'll need to meet certain eligibility requirements and pass a certification exam.
Note: this certificate class was previously named class IN (Instrument Mechanic).
General Eligibility
You must provide proof that you have one of the following:
- BC Industry Training Authority (ITA) Instrument and Control Technician Canadian Interprovincial Standards Examination 'IPSE' Certificate
- Industrial Instrument Mechanic Trade Certificate of Qualification
- Diploma of Technology in Automation and Instrumentation Technology together with a minimum of one year (1800 hrs) acceptable relevant work experience
How to Apply For Certification
To apply, log in to your Online Services account and select "Apply for a new certificate" under the certification tab. Don't have an account? Sign up now.
If you wish to apply by mail, please fill out the Contact Us form to request a paper form.
How to Apply For Examination
Once you have submitted your application and paid the applicable fee, we will evaluate your qualifications. If you’re successful, we will contact you and you will be able to apply for this certification's exam.
Once you have been approved to apply for the exam, log in to your Online Services account and select "Book or view exams" under the certification tab. From there, you can view your available exam and choose your preferred dates, times, and locations. You will not be able to book your exam until we notify you that you are eligible.
If you wish to apply by mail, please fill out the Contact Us form to request a paper form.
About This Exam
The class C-R - Instrument Mechanic FSR exam takes 2.5 hours. It is open book and is made up of 40 multiple choice questions, with a 35% focus on Act, Regulations, and Directive, and a 65% focus on Code. You must achieve a minimum grade of 70% to pass.
You will have three chances to pass; after each attempt, applicants will receive a Notification Letter from Technical Safety BC that details the marks achieved and highlights areas that need improvement. An exam re-write fee applies to each additional attempt.
If you fail an exam, you will will need to wait 30 days after the previous examination to rebook. If you fail your third or any subsequent attempt, you must request permission to take a fourth or further attempt, with additional time required between each attempt.
For more information on our exams visit the Exam Information page.
Study Materials
- Current Canadian Electrical Code Part 1, as adopted in BC by the Electrical Safety Regulation - sections 0, 2, 4, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 26, 54, 56, 60
- Latest code update materials
- You should also review these reference materials.
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