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Gas Utility
Gas Certification
Overview
The Gas Utility Certificate of Qualification allows you to perform the following, in the event of interrupted gas service:
- Relight gas equipment with an input of 120 kW or less
- Replace thermocouples
- Make other minor repairs
- Perform safety checks
This certificate is available to gas utility employees.
This certificate does not allow you to be named on a permit. 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 successfully complete a 2 year Gas Utility training program that has been recognized by the provincial safety manager. You must submit documented evidence of course completion along with your exam application.
Refer to Gas Safety Regulation for more information.
Reference materials
- Safety Standards Act
- Safety Standards General Regulation
- Gas Safety Regulation
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 this syllabus.
For more information on our Gas certificate exams, including how to book one, visit the Exams page.