Vehicle Conversion (CNG)
Gas Certification
Overview
A Vehicle Conversion - Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) Certificate of Qualification allows you to maintain and repair compressed natural gas vehicle fuel systems under an operating permit.
This certificate does not allow you to work on CNG-related systems as part of a liquefied natural gas (LNG) equipped vehicle. An LNG training endorsement must be acquired for this purpose and attached to your Vehicle Conversion (CNG) certificate.
To obtain this certificate, you will need to meet certain eligibility requirements and pass an exam.
Exam eligibility
To apply for this exam, you must have:
- Successfully completed a recognized course in CNG vehicle conversion
You must also have one of the following:
- A 3-year automotive industry training credential or an equivalent 3-year automotive trade certificate
- Documented evidence of a minimum 3 years automotive tune-up experience
Refer to Gas Safety Regulation for more information.
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 to find your available exam and choose your preferred exam dates, times, and locations. You will not be able to book your exam until we notify you that you are eligible.
Reference materials
About this exam
This exam is 3 hours long, and you must achieve a minimum grade of 70% to pass. Exam details, including areas of study, can be viewed in the exam syllabus.
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 attempts, with additional time required between each attempt.
For more information on our exams visit the Exam Information page.
Installing or altering a compressed natural gas system
If you would also like to install or alter a compressed natural gas system in a vehicle, you will need specific manufacturer training and an endorsement from Technical Safety BC.
To have an endorsement attached to your certificate, you must provide a record of successful training completion. Send this record to us via email, and we will attach an endorsement to your certificate. In some cases, multiple endorsements may be required to perform certain work.
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