PSI licensure:certification

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Las Vegas, NV 89121
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1-800-733-9267

MARYLAND
DEPARTMENT OF LABOR, LICENSING AND REGULATION
STATE BOARD OF PLUMBING

MASTER PLUMBER/GAS FITTER - JOURNEY PLUMBER/GAS FITTER

MASTER NATURAL GAS FITTER - JOURNEY NATURAL GAS FITTER
QUALIFICATION INFORMATION BULLETIN
AND EXAMINATION APPLICATIONS
**Prior PSI Approval Required for Examination**

Topic Page
Introduction ................................................................................................................................................1
Examination Application Process ........................................................................................................................1
Background .................................................................................................................................................2
Requirements for the Examinations.....................................................................................................................2
Preparing for the Examination ...........................................................................................................................4
Examination Content Outlines and Reference Materials .............................................................................................4
Fees .........................................................................................................................................................7
Scheduling Procedures ....................................................................................................................................8
Reporting for the Examination...........................................................................................................................8
Taking the Examination ................................................................................................................................. 10
License Application...................................................................................................................................... 11
Instructions and Forms .................................................................................................................................. 11
Checklist for Your Application ......................................................................................................................... 13
Maryland Plumber Examination Registration Form ................................................................................................. 14
Employment Certification for Master Plumber/Gas Fitter Applicants ............................................................................ 16
Employment Certification for Journey Plumber/Gas Fitter Applicants .......................................................................... 17
Employment Certification for Master Natural Gas Fitter Applicants ............................................................................. 18
Employment Certification for Journey Natural Gas Fitter Applicants ............................................................................ 19
Reasonable Accommodation and Out-of-State Testing Request Form ........................................................................... 20

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Updated 4/1/2017
 review this bulletin. It may well answer your questions for
INTRODUCTION
you.
KEEP THIS BULLETIN FOR REFERENCE. Not only does it
MARYLAND STATE BOARD OF PLUMBING
contain the examination content outlines that will assist your
The Maryland State Board of Plumbing (Board), by authority study, but it will be a handy reference throughout the
of the Business Occupations and Professions Article, 12-207, examination and application process. PLEASE HAVE THIS
Annotated Code of Maryland, is responsible for promulgating BULLETIN WITH YOU whenever you call about your
and enforcing regulations which define qualifications for application.
examination, certifying and licensing Master and Journey
Plumbers, investigating alleged infractions, and disciplining
violators. EXAMINATION APPLICATION PROCESS
Before being granted a license by the Board, an individual is To be eligible to apply for the examination, the applicant
required to pass a written examination. The examination will have satisfactorily completed the required work
which you will take was developed to meet the evaluation experience. The instructions and forms are located at the
requirement set out in Title 09, Subtitle 20, Chapter 26 of the end of this bulletin. When completing them, you may make
Maryland State Plumbing Code. After passing the duplicate copies of the blank forms if your information will
examination, you may apply to the Board of Plumbing for a exceed the space allowed on one sheet. Read the
license. instructions carefully. Detailed information is provided about
how to fill out each form along with step-by-step guidance to
assist you in making a determination about your own
PSI LICENSURE:CERTIFICATION
eligibility before you apply.
The Maryland State Board of Plumbing has contracted with
PSI licensure:certification (PSI) to conduct its examination The completed forms and a money order, cashiers check,
program. PSI is a nationally recognized test development and certified check, personal check, or a company check must be
test administration services company headquartered in submitted to PSI. Cash is not accepted. It is your
Burbank, California. For information concerning responsibility to make sure that all forms are completed
examinations, please call PSI at 1-800-733-9267. correctly and the correct fee is included.
Mail the forms and fees to:
THE PLUMBER/GAS FITTER AND NATURAL GAS FITTER
EXAMINATIONS
PSI licensure:certification
Following are the licensing examinations offered by PSI
Attn: MD Plumber/Gas Fitter Examinations
Examination Services:
3210 E Tropicana
Master Plumber/Gas Fitter Las Vegas, NV 89121
Journey Plumber/Gas Fitter
Master Natural Gas Fitter
Journey Natural Gas Fitter. APPLICATION REVIEW AT PSI
Please allow approximately 10 business days from the day you
All examination items have undergone a rigorous review by a mail your application to receive notification from PSI about
content panel, psychometricians, and editors. Examination your eligibility. This may be either be a confirmation of your
content is based on the outlines approved by the State Board eligibility; a notice of denial of eligibility; or a request for
of Plumbing. clarification, fee correction, or additional information.

USING THIS BULLETIN COMPLETE APPLICATIONS

The policies and procedures for communicating with and If all information is complete and acceptable and is
submitting your application to PSI during the examination accompanied by the correct fee, PSI will issue by first class
process and, after the exam, with the Board during the mail a confirmation notice authorizing you to call to make a
licensing/certification process are presented in this bulletin. test appointment.
You will find study information about the examinations and
instructions about what to do after you have passed the exam INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS
in order to become licensed as a Master or Journey If any information is missing, incomplete, or must be
Plumber/Gas Fitter or Natural Gas Fitter by the State of clarified, PSI will notify you by phone and/or first class mail
Maryland. The bulletin is essentially an application packet. so that you can provide the information or fee correction
It contains the forms that must be submitted to PSI for exam necessary before your application can be accepted. Any
eligibility determination and registration (the forms are delay in responding to a request for additional material may
included at the end of this bulletin). READ THIS ENTIRE jeopardize your application and delay your test. In some
BULLETIN before completing the forms. We welcome your cases applications may need review and approval by the
calls at 1-800-733-9267, however, before calling with Board.
questions about the forms or the examination process please

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 applicant with the application for examination (See form
Questions and Inquiries
on the back of bulletin).

For PSI 3. All applicants for examination are required to submit a

All questions and requests for information about your non-expired, approved 32-hour course in Backflow
application and the examinations should be directed Prevention Device Testing.
to:
NOTE: Applicants licensed as a Journey Plumber with
PSI licensure:certification
3210 E Tropicana Baltimore County or the Washington Suburban Sanitary
Las Vegas, NV 89121 Commission must obtain a current original letter of
www.psiexams.com verification showing the date of the examination, date of
(800) 733-9267 FAX (702) 932-2666 issuance of the Journey license, and confirmation that the
TDD (800) 735-2929 license is in good standing. This original letter of verification
must be submitted with the application for examination.
Copies of licenses or certificates will not be accepted in
For the State Board of Plumbing
Reciprocity, reinstatement, and conviction and place of a letter of verification.
disciplinary action history require review/approval by REQUIREMENTS FOR MARYLAND RESIDENTS OR FOR
the State Board of Plumbing. Questions about these and NONRESIDENTS WHOSE WORK EXPERIENCE HAS NOT BEEN
all questions concerning applications for licensure or
IN MARYLAND
certification after you have passed the examination
should be directed to: 1. Must submit certification of approved work experience
for at least a two-year period, including at least 3,750
Maryland State Board of Plumbing hours of work in the plumbing trade, after being licensed
500 N. Calvert St., Room 302
as a Journey Plumber.
Baltimore, MD 21202-3651
(410) 230-6231 FAX (410) 244-0977 2. Must submit an original certification of approved work
TTY: MD Relay Service (800) 735-2258 experience of at least 4 years, including at least 7,500
hours under the direction and control of a licensed
Master Plumber before being licensed as a Journey
Plumber.

BACKGROUND 3. Must submit an original current letter verifying receipt of

Journey Plumber license by having passed a written
Applicants who intend to work in Baltimore County, Prince
competency examination, the date the examination was
Georges County, or Montgomery County may be required to
passed, and the date the first license was issued.
submit to an additional examination by the local jurisdiction.
You may wish to contact the Baltimore County Plumbing 4. Must submit an original letter of verification that all of
Board or the Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission the required work experience, totaling 11,250 hours, was
(WSSC) before completion of this application. worked under the direction and control of a licensed
Master Plumber whose license was obtained by passing a
Baltimore County (410) 887-3620
written competency examination. The original letter of
WSSC (301) 206-8587 current board verification must include information that
the Master Plumber was first licensed as a result of
NOTE: All required information and certification must be having passed a written examination, the date of
original and must be furnished by the applicant examination, and the date of issuance of the first
with the application for examination. license. Copies of licenses will not be accepted in
place of a letter of verification.
5. All applicants for examination are required to submit a
non-expired, approved 32-hour course in Backflow
Prevention Device Testing.
REQUIREMENTS FOR THE MASTER PLUMBER/
GAS FITTER EXAMINATION REQUIREMENTS FOR APPLICANTS FROM AREAS THAT DO
NOT REQUIRE JOURNEY PLUMBERS TO BE LICENSED WHEN
THE APPLICANT HAS A MASTER LICENSE FOR THE AREA
REQUIREMENTS FOR MARYLAND RESIDENTS OR FOR
NONRESIDENTS WHOSE WORK EXPERIENCE HAS BEEN IN 1. Must submit certification of approved work experience of
MARYLAND 7,500 hours under the direction and control of a licensed
1. Must have certification of approved work experience Master Plumber whose license was obtained by passing a
under the direction of a licensed Maryland Master written competency examination. Both the work
Plumber for at least a two-year period, including 3,750 experience certification and the letter about the Master
working hours of practical experience as a licensed Plumbers qualification must be furnished by the
Maryland Journey Plumber. applicant with the application for examination.

2. Certification of experience must be furnished by the

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2. Must provide a signed original letter of verification from 2. Up to 1,500 hours certified approved school study can be
the state that issued the Master plumbers license. It applied towards the 7,500-hour requirement.
must reflect that Master Plumber received the license by 3. All hours worked as an Apprentice Plumber must be
passing a written examination, and that the Master listed. If you are presently working as a non-licensed
Plumber has held the license in good standing for at least Apprentice Plumber, you must register with the State
two years. Board of Plumbers as an Apprentice Plumber before
3. Must submit certification of having worked as a licensed submitting the application for examination as a Journey
Master Plumber for 3,750 hours over a two-year period Plumber.
since receipt of Masters license. 4. Hours certified by secretaries, bookkeepers, or other
4. All applicants for examination are required to submit a office personnel will not be accepted.
non-expired, approved 32-hour course in Backflow 5. Hours accrued may not be credited to an individual
Prevention Device Testing. serving under an apprentice agreement registered with
the Maryland Apprenticeship and Training Council unless
the individual is also licensed with the Board as an
REQUIREMENTS FOR THE MASTER NATURAL GAS Apprentice Plumber.
FITTER EXAMINATION 6. If the Maryland Master Plumber cannot be located or is
deceased, proof of employment from Social Security
Administration records or copies of W-2 tax forms may
APPLICATIONS MUST PROVIDE EVIDENCE OF:
be accepted.
1. A current Maryland HVACR master or master restricted
7. If the Master Plumber who certifies your hours is not a
heating license in good standing; and
Maryland Master Plumber, AN ORIGINAL LETTER OF
2. 2 years of work experience as a licensed journeyman VERIFICATION FROM THE STATE OR COUNTY LICENSING
natural gas fitter under the direction of a: AUTHORITY WHERE THE MASTER PLUMBER WAS FIRST
a. Licensed master plumber; LICENSED AS A MASTER PLUMBER must be obtained
stating that a written test was passed, the date of the
b. License master gas fitter; or
test, and date first licensed. If you worked for more
c. Holder of a master or master restricted heating than one Master Plumber, the same information must be
license in good standing issued by the State submitted for each Master Plumber. THE LETTER(S) OF
Board of HVACR Contractors, who demonstrates VERIFICATION MUST BE SUBMITTED WITH YOUR
qualification as a natural gas fitter that is APPLICATION FOR EXAMINATION.
deemed acceptable by the Board; and
8. All applicants for examination are required to submit a
3. Applicant will be required to pass the written non-expired, approved 32-hour course in Backflow
examination. Prevention Device Testing.
REQUIREMENTS FOR MARYLAND RESIDENTS OR
NONRESIDENTS WHOSE WORK EXPEREINCE HAS NOT BEEN
REQUIREMENTS FOR THE JOURNEY IN MARYLAND
PLUMBER/GAS FITTER EXAMINATION 1. Must submit certification of approved work experience of
four years as a licensed Apprentice Plumber or license of
equal stature, totaling at least 7,500 hours of training in
If you are presently working as a non-licensed Apprentice plumbing, under the direction and control of a licensed
plumber, you must register with the State Board of Master Plumber.
Plumbers as an Apprentice before submitting the
2. Up to 1,500 hours of accredited approved school study
application for examination as a Journey Plumber. Only
can be applied toward the 7,500-hour requirement.
work experience as a licensed Apprentice will count
towards meeting the work experience requirement listed 3. All certifications of experience must be furnished by the
below. applicant in original form with the application for
examination.
4. Hours certified by secretaries, bookkeepers, or other
REQUIREMENTS FOR MARYLAND RESIDENTS OR FOR office personnel will not be accepted.
NONRESIDNETS WHOSE WORK EXPERIENCE HAS BEEN IN
5. MUST SUBMIT A CURRENT LETTER OF VERIFICATION
MARYLAND
FROM THE STATE OR COUNTY LICENSING AUTHORITY
1. Must submit certification of approved work experience of WHERE THE MASTER PLUMBER WAS FIRST LICENSED AS
period of four years as a licensed Apprentice Plumber, A MASTER PLUMBER, STATING THAT A WRITTEN TEST
totaling at least 7,500 hours of training in plumbing WAS PASSED, DATE OF THE TEST, AND THE DATE FIRST
services, under the direction and control of a licensed LICENSED.
Maryland Master Plumber.

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 If you worked for more than one Master Plumber, you
must submit the same information for each Master
EXAMINATION CONTENT OUTLINES AND
Plumber. THE LETTER(S) OF VERIFICATION MUST BE
SUBMITTED WITH YOUR APPLICATION FOR EXAMINATION. REFERENCE MATERIALS
6. If the Maryland Master Plumber cannot be located or is
deceased, you must SUBMIT PROOF OF EMPLOYMENT IN If a test question answer could differ because of conflicting
THE FORM OF W-2 TAX STATEMENTS AND THEN information in test reference sources, a legal requirement
such as a code, law or regulation overrides any
FOLLOW THE GUIDELINES SET ABOVE IN NUMBER 5.
other reference. If two legal requirements appear to
7. All applicants for examination are required to submit a conflict, the state-specific code, law or
non-expired, approved 32-hour course in Backflow regulation overrides the national one. Information from
Prevention Device Testing. sources on the test reference list override information from
other sources or persons.

The following examination content outline provides the topic

REQUIREMENTS FOR THE JOURNEY NATURAL areas and number of items for the Master and Journey
GAS FITTER EXAMINATION Plumber/Gas Fitter and Natural Gas Fitter examinations as
well as the specific Code reference.

1. Applicant has acquired 3,750 Natural Gas Fitter working

hours as an apprentice over a period of at least 2 years. MASTER PLUMBER/GAS FITTER CONTENT OUTLINE
CANDIDATE MUST ALSO HAVE COMPLETED AN APPROVED
COURSE OF STUDY AND PASSED THE WRITTEN Minimum
# of Questions Time Allowed
EXAMINATION. Passing Score
100 75% 240 minutes

CONTENT OUTLINE
PREPARING FOR THE EXAMINATION
Topic Information # of Items
TIPS FOR EXAM PREPARATION PLUMBING FUNDAMENTALS AND SAFETY
a. Basic Principles (Code Intro) 5
The following suggestions will help you prepare for your
b. Definitions (Code Chapter 1)
examination. Planned preparation increases your likelihood c. General Regulations (Code Chapter 2)
of passing. d. Tests and Maintenance (Code Chapter 15)
e. Safety
Use the exam content outline provided in this bulletin as
the basis of your study. MATERIALS, USES, AND SPECIFICATIONS
a. Materials (Code Chapter 3) 6
Learn the major points associated with each outline b. Joints and Cleanouts (Code Chapter
topic. 4)
Underline or highlight key ideas for a later review. c. Hangers and Supports (Code Chapter 8)
Read the reference materials, making sure you TRAPS, INTERCEPTORS, AND BACKWATER VALVES
understand each idea before going on to another. a. Traps and Cleanouts (Code Chapter 4
Check off each topic from the outline when you feel you 5)
have an adequate understanding. Plan to take your test b. Interceptors (Code Chapter 6)
when all topics have been checked. PLUMBING FIXTURES, FIXTURE FITTINGS, AND
PLUMBING APPLIANCES 4
Your studies will be most effective if you study
a. Plumbing Fixtures, Fixture Fittings,
frequently, for periods of about 45 to 60 minutes. and Appliances (Code Chapter 7)
Concentration tends to wander when you study for longer
WATER SUPPLY SYSTEMS
periods of time. 8
a. Water Supply and Distribution (Code
Chapter 10)
b. Potable Water Supply Systems (Code Chapter 17)
BACKFLOW PREVENTION
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DRAIN, WASTE, AND VENT SYSTEMS

a. Indirect Waste Piping and Special 13
Waste (Code Chapter 9)
b. Sanitary Drainage Systems (Code Chapter 11)
c. Vents and Venting (Code Chapter 12)
d. Storm Drains (Code Chapter 13)
SPECIAL TOPICS
a. Medical Care Facility Plumbing (Code 3
Chapter 14)
b. Mobile Home and Travel Trailer Park Plumbing
(Code Chapter 18)

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GAS APPLIANCES AND PIPING CONTENT OUTLINE
a. NFPA54 40

PLUMBING MATHEMATICS Topic Information # of Items

7 PLUMBING FUNDAMENTALS AND SAFETY
a. Basic Principles (Code Intro) 8
b. Definitions (Code Chapter 1)
REFERENCE MATERIAL c. General Regulations (Code Chapter 2)
d. Tests and Maintenance (Code Chapter 15)
This examination is OPEN BOOK. Candidates may bring in e. Safety
reference books. However, no study guides are allowed. MATERIALS, USES, AND SPECIFICATIONS
Reference books may be indexed, and may contain a. Materials (Code Chapter 3) 6
highlighted or underlined text. All materials must be b. Joints and Cleanouts (Code Chapter
unmarked (not written in) and may not contain additional 4)
papers (loose or attached). c. Hangers and Supports (Code Chapter 8)
TRAPS, INTERCEPTORS, AND BACKWATER VALVES
THIS REFERENCE WILL NOT BE PROVIDED AT THE TEST a. Traps and Cleanouts (Code Chapter 4
CENTER. THESE ARE THE ONLY REFERENCES ALLOWED IN THE 5)
TESTING ROOM. b. Interceptors (Code Chapter 6)
PLUMBING FIXTURES, FIXTURE FITTINGS, AND
2012 National Standard Plumbing Code Illustrated, PLUMBING APPLIANCES 4
Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors Association, 180 S. a. Plumbing Fixtures, Fixture Fittings,
Washington Street, PO Box 6808, Falls Church, VA 22046, and Appliances (Code Chapter 7)
(800) 533-7694, http://www.phccweb.org/ WATER SUPPLY SYSTEMS
a. Water Supply and Distribution (Code 8
NFPA 54 - National Fuel Gas Code, 2012, National Fire Chapter 10)
Protection Association (NFPA), 1 Batterymarch Park, b. Potable Water Supply Systems (Code Chapter 17)
Quincy, MA 02169, (800) 344-3555, www.nfpa.org BACKFLOW PREVENTION
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Mathematics for Plumbers and Pipefitters, Lee Smith,
DRAIN, WASTE, AND VENT SYSTEMS
8th Edition, 2013, www.cengage.com
a. Indirect Waste Piping and Special 13
Waste (Code Chapter 9)
Any standard backflow text.
b. Sanitary Drainage Systems (Code Chapter 11)
c. Vents and Venting (Code Chapter 12)
Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926
d. Storm Drains (Code Chapter 13)
(OSHA), with latest available amendments, U.S.
Government Printing Office, (866) 512-1800 or GAS APPLIANCES AND PIPING
a. NFPA54 40
https://www.osha.gov/pls/oshaweb/owastand.display_st
andard_group?p_toc_level=1&p_part_number=1926 PLUMBING MATHEMATICS
OR 7
Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926
Selections by PSI, with latest available amendments,
(866) 589-3088, www.psionlinestore.com (See order form REFERENCE MATERIAL
at the end of the Candidate Information Bulletin.)
This examination is OPEN BOOK. Candidates may bring in
You may tab your reference materials using the following reference books. However, no study guides are allowed.
acceptable tabs: Avery Swift Tabs Self-Adhesive Permanent Reference books may be indexed, and may contain
Plastic Tabs; Redi-Tag Self-Stick Permanent Adhesive Index highlighted or underlined text. All materials must be
Tabs. unmarked (not written in) and may not contain additional
papers (loose or attached).
The following tabs are unacceptable: Post-It Index Flags;
Post-It Flags. THIS REFERENCE WILL NOT BE PROVIDED AT THE TEST
CENTER. THESE ARE THE ONLY REFERENCES ALLOWED IN THE
NO MATTER WHAT IS ON THE TAB PACKAGE, IF THE PSI TESTING ROOM.
PROCTOR IS ABLE TO REMOVE THE TABS WITHOUT RIPPING
THE PAGE, YOU WILL NEED TO REMOVE THE TABS BEFORE 2012 National Standard Plumbing Code Illustrated,
YOU TAKE THE EXAM. DO NOT USE THE TABS THAT HAVE Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors Association, 180 S.
PAPER INSERTS. THE PAPER INSERTS WILL BE REMOVED. Washington Street, PO Box 6808, Falls Church, VA 22046,
(800) 533-7694, http://www.phccweb.org/

NFPA 54 - National Fuel Gas Code, 2012, National Fire

JOURNEY PLUMBER/GAS FITTER CONTENT OUTLINE
Protection Association (NFPA), 1 Batterymarch Park,
Quincy, MA 02169, (800) 344-3555, www.nfpa.org
Minimum
# of Questions Time Allowed
Passing Score Mathematics for Plumbers and Pipefitters, Lee Smith,
100 75% 240 minutes 8th Edition, 2013, www.cengage.com

Any standard backflow text.

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 Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 3555, www.nfpa.org
(OSHA), with latest available amendments, U.S.
Government Printing Office, (866) 512-1800 or The Pipe Fitters and Pipe Welders Handbook -
https://www.osha.gov/pls/oshaweb/owastand.display_st Revised Edition, Thomas Frankland, 1984, McGraw-
andard_group?p_toc_level=1&p_part_number=1926 Hill, (800) 262-4729, www.books.mcgraw-hill.com
OR Note: either MATHP04 or Pipe Fitters can be used as
Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 general reference for math items
Selections by PSI, with latest available amendments,
(866) 589-3088, www.psionlinestore.com (See order form
at the end of the Candidate Information Bulletin.) You may tab your reference materials using the following
acceptable tabs: Avery Swift Tabs Self-Adhesive Permanent
You may tab your reference materials using the following Plastic Tabs; Redi-Tag Self-Stick Permanent Adhesive Index
acceptable tabs: Avery Swift Tabs Self-Adhesive Permanent Tabs.
Plastic Tabs; Redi-Tag Self-Stick Permanent Adhesive Index
Tabs. The following tabs are unacceptable: Post-It Index Flags;
Post-It Flags.
The following tabs are unacceptable: Post-It Index Flags;
Post-It Flags. NO MATTER WHAT IS ON THE TAB PACKAGE, IF THE PSI
PROCTOR IS ABLE TO REMOVE THE TABS WITHOUT RIPPING
NO MATTER WHAT IS ON THE TAB PACKAGE, IF THE PSI THE PAGE, YOU WILL NEED TO REMOVE THE TABS BEFORE
PROCTOR IS ABLE TO REMOVE THE TABS WITHOUT RIPPING YOU TAKE THE EXAM. DO NOT USE THE TABS THAT HAVE
THE PAGE, YOU WILL NEED TO REMOVE THE TABS BEFORE PAPER INSERTS. THE PAPER INSERTS WILL BE REMOVED.
YOU TAKE THE EXAM. DO NOT USE THE TABS THAT HAVE
PAPER INSERTS. THE PAPER INSERTS WILL BE REMOVED.
JOURNEY NATURAL GAS FITTER CONTENT OUTLINE

MASTER NATURAL GAS FITTER CONTENT OUTLINE Minimum

# of Questions Time Allowed
Passing Score
Minimum 40 70% 90 minutes
# of Questions Time Allowed
Passing Score
40 70% 90 minutes CONTENT OUTLINE

CONTENT OUTLINE Topic Information # of Items

GENERAL PIPING 15
Topic Information # of Items PIPE SIZING/MATH 10
GENERAL PIPING 15
CHIMNEY AND FLUES 5
PIPE SIZING/MATH 10
COMBUSTION 5
CHIMNEY AND FLUES 5
APPLIANCES 5
COMBUSTION 5

APPLIANCES 5
REFERENCE MATERIAL

REFERENCE MATERIAL This examination is OPEN BOOK. Candidates may bring in

reference books. However, no study guides are allowed.
This examination is OPEN BOOK. Candidates may bring in Reference books may be indexed, and may contain
reference books. However, no study guides are allowed. highlighted or underlined text. All materials must be
Reference books may be indexed, and may contain unmarked (not written in) and may not contain additional
highlighted or underlined text. All materials must be papers (loose or attached).
unmarked (not written in) and may not contain additional
papers (loose or attached). THIS REFERENCE WILL NOT BE PROVIDED AT THE TEST
CENTER. THESE ARE THE ONLY REFERENCES ALLOWED IN THE
THIS REFERENCE WILL NOT BE PROVIDED AT THE TEST TESTING ROOM.
CENTER. THESE ARE THE ONLY REFERENCES ALLOWED IN THE
TESTING ROOM. Mathematics for Plumbers and Pipefitters, Lee
Smith, 8th Edition, 2013, www.cengage.com
Mathematics for Plumbers and Pipefitters, Lee NFPA 54 - National Fuel Gas Code, 2012, National
Smith, 8th Edition, 2013, www.cengage.com Fire Protection Association (NFPA), 1 Batterymarch
Park, Quincy, MA 02169, (800) 344-3555, www.nfpa.org
NFPA 54 - National Fuel Gas Code, 2012, National
Fire Protection Association (NFPA), 1 Batterymarch NFPA 58 - Liquified Petroleum Gas Code, 2011,
Park, Quincy, MA 02169, (800) 344-3555, www.nfpa.org National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), (800) 344-
3555, www.nfpa.org
NFPA 58 - Liquified Petroleum Gas Code, 2011,
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), (800) 344-

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 The Pipe Fitters and Pipe Welders Handbook - F. A building with a basement MUST have
Revised Edition, Thomas Frankland, 1984, McGraw- 1. a sub-soil drain.
Hill, (800) 262-4729, www.books.mcgraw-hill.com 2. a sump pump.
Note: either MATHP04 or Pipe Fitters can be used as 3. a storm drain.
general reference for math items 4. window well drains.

G. The one-cubic-foot hand revolves once in 84 seconds.

You may tab your reference materials using the following Gas is passing through the meter at how many cubic feet
acceptable tabs: Avery Swift Tabs Self-Adhesive Permanent per hour?
Plastic Tabs; Redi-Tag Self-Stick Permanent Adhesive Index
Tabs. 1. 21
2. 40
The following tabs are unacceptable: Post-It Index Flags; 3. 43
Post-It Flags. 4. 86

NO MATTER WHAT IS ON THE TAB PACKAGE, IF THE PSI H. The inside of a tank is 8 feet long, 4 feet wide, and 6
PROCTOR IS ABLE TO REMOVE THE TABS WITHOUT RIPPING feet deep. How many gallons of water will it hold?
THE PAGE, YOU WILL NEED TO REMOVE THE TABS BEFORE 1. 269.28
YOU TAKE THE EXAM. DO NOT USE THE TABS THAT HAVE 2. 1,436.16
PAPER INSERTS. THE PAPER INSERTS WILL BE REMOVED. 3. 1,615.68
4. 1,799.28

SAMPLE QUESTIONS
Answer Key
The following questions are offered as examples of the type
of questions you will be asked on the examination. The A. 1
examples do not represent the full range of content or B. 1
difficulty levels found in the actual examinations. They are C. 2
intended to familiarize you with the types of questions you D. 4
can expect to find in the examinations. (The answer key is E. 2
found after the question H.) F. 1
G. 3
A. Every plumbing fixture that is directly connected to the H. 3
drainage system MUST have
1. a liquid seal trap.
2. a vent terminal.
3. an air gap. FEES
4. an overflow.

B. Which of the following is an acceptable trap? Payment of the registration fee is valid for one examination
1. p-trap. only. Examination registration fees are not refundable and
2. bell trap. are not transferable. Examination registration fees are valid
3. drum trap. for one year.
4. crown vented trap.
Examination Fee
C. The MINIMUM size of a sink waste outflow is Master Plumber/ Gas Fitter $65
1. 1 inch. Journey Plumber/Gas Fitter $65
2. 1 inches.
3. 2 inches. Master Natural Gas Fitter $65
4. 3 inches.
Journey Natural Gas Fitter $25
D. Horizontal copper tube with a 1 -inch diameter must
be supported at intervals of AT LEAST Payment can be made by money order, certified check,
cashiers check, personal check, or company check made
1. 5 feet.
2. 6 feet. payable to PSI. Cash is not accepted.
3. 8 feet. Include your name and/or social security number on your
4. 10 feet. check to ensure that your fee is properly assigned.
E. The load in fixture units for a clothes washer in a public
SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER CONFIDENTIALITY
laundromat is
PSI will use your Social Security number only as an
1. 2
2. 3 identification number in maintaining your records and
3. 4 reporting your grades to the Department. The Department
4. 6 requires all candidates to accurately disclose their Social
Security number.

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 Do not cancel your appointment two days before the
SCHEDULING PROCEDURES
scheduled testing date; or
Do not appear for your examination appointment; or
CONFIRMATION NOTICE
Arrive too late to begin your test without disrupting the
Upon approval of your registration materials, PSI will confirm center's schedule; or
your eligibility to take the examination by mailing you a Do not present proper identification when you arrive for
confirmation notice which authorizes you to call to make a the examination.
test appointment. If you do not receive a confirmation
notice within three weeks of sending your registration
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION AND OUT-OF -STATE
materials, call 1-800-733-9267 to confirm your status at PSI.
TESTING
All examination centers are equipped to provide access in
Once approved, it is your responsibility to contact PSI to pay
and schedule for the examination. accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of
1990, and every reasonable accommodation will be made in
ON-LINE (WWW.PSIEXAMS.COM) meeting a candidates needs. Applicants with disabilities or
For the fastest and most convenient examination scheduling those who would otherwise have difficulty taking the
process, PSI recommends that you register for your examination must fill out the form at the end of the bulletin
examinations using the Internet. You register online by and fax it to PSI at (702) 932-2666.
accessing PSIs registration website at www.psiexams.com.
Internet registration is available 24 hours a day. Applicants who live outside of Maryland and wish to take the
Log onto PSIs website and create an account. Please examination at a location outside of the State should also
enter your email address and first and last name. This complete the Out-of-State Testing section of the form found
information must match exactly with the information PSI on page 20.
has on file. Be sure to check the box next to Check
here to attempt to locate existing records for you in the EMERGENCY TEST CENTER CLOSING
system. In the event that inclement weather or other emergencies
You will be asked to select the examination and enter force the closure of a test center on an assigned test date,
your SS#. Your record will be found and you will now be your examination will be rescheduled. You will be notified of
ready to schedule for the exam. Enter your zip code and the new date and time of the test. Every effort will be made
a list of the testing sites closest to you will appear. Once to schedule a convenient time as soon as possible.
you select the desired test site, available dates will
appear. If you have problems, contact PSI at (800) 733-
9267 for help. REPORTING FOR THE EXAMINATION

TELEPHONE
TESTING CENTER LOCATIONS
For telephone registration, you will need a valid credit card
The following are the testing centers where you may take the
(Visa, MasterCard, American Express or Discover).
examinations.
PSI registrars are available at (800) 733-9267, Monday through
Friday between 7:30 am and 10:00 pm, and Saturday-Sunday BALTIMORE FALLS ROAD CENTER:
between 9:00 am and 5:30 pm, Eastern Time, to receive your Mount Washington Area
payment and schedule your appointment for the examination. 6115 Falls Road, Suite 100
Baltimore, MD 21209
CANCELING OR RESCHEDULING AN APPOINTMENT From the Beltway I-695, take I-83 South (Jones Falls Expressway) to
You may cancel and reschedule an examination appointment the Northern Pkwy exit East. Turn left onto Northern Pkwy heading
East. Turn left onto Falls Road. Go about 1 mile. You will come to a
without forfeiting your fee if your cancellation notice is light rail overpass/bridge. The testing center building is
received 2 days before the scheduled examination date. For immediately on your right, on the other side of the
example, for a Monday appointment, the cancellation notice overpass/bridge. When you turn in, you will drive past the MAIN
Entrance and turn right in the lot, proceeding to free parking
would need to be received on the previous Saturday. You available on the left side and rear side of the building. Please come
may reschedule online at www.psiexams.com or call PSI at back to the MAIN Entrance and enter the building there (not the
(800) 733-9267. rear entrance). PSI is in Suite 100, the first suite door to your left.
This site is also conveniently located adjacent to an MTA light rail
Note: A voice mail message is not an acceptable form of station, and accessible by MTA bus routes.
cancellation. Please use the PSI Website or call PSI and Note: Due to building management requests, please DO NOT
DISTURB other business neighbors for directions to PSI's office.
speak directly to a Customer Service Representative.
COLLEGE PARK CENTER:
MISSED APPOINTMENT OR LATE CANCELLATION The Sterling Building
Your registration will be invalid, you will not be able to take 4920 Niagara Road, Suite 211
the test as scheduled, and you will forfeit your examination College Park, MD 20740
fee, if you:

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From I-95 North/Beltway, take Exit 25/Route 1 toward College Park. From Rt. 13S, take 13 S Norfolk exit. Take 50 Business exit and turn
Continue straight across Route 1 onto Edgewood Road. Continue to left onto Beaglin Park Dr. Turn left onto Mt Hermon Rd. Take the
the 4-way stop. Turn left onto Rhode Island Avenue. Turn left at the first left into Beaglin Park Plaza Complex. Look for Building 2.
next road - Niagara Road. The Sterling Building is on the right. Park
in the appropriately marked spaces. From Rt. 13N, take Rt. 50/Salisbury Business exit. Turn left onto
From I-95 South take Exit 25. Stay in the left turn lane and make a Beaglin Park Dr. Turn left onto Mt Hermon Rd. Take the first left
left at the next light which is Edgewood Road. Continue to the 4- into Beaglin Park Plaza Complex. Look for Building 2.
way stop. Turn left onto Rhode Island Avenue. Turn left at the next
road - Niagara Road. The Sterling Building is on the right. Park in the REPORTING TO THE TEST CENTER
appropriately marked spaces. On the day of the exam, you should arrive at least 30 minutes
before your scheduled appointment. This extra time is for
CROFTON CENTER: sign-in and identification and to familiarize you with the test
Morauer III Building process.
2137 Espey Court, Suite 3
Crofton, MD 21114 REQUIRED IDENTIFICATION
From Defense Highway (450), take the Priest Bridge Rd exit going You must provide two (2) forms of identification. One must
South. Turn right on Espey Court. be a VALID form of government-issued identification (Drivers
From the Washington Beltway, take 50 East to 3 North. Turn right License, State ID, Passport, Military ID) which bears your
on Defense Highway (450), take the Priest Bridge Rd exit going signature and has your photograph or a complete physical
South. Turn right on Espey Court. description. The second ID must have your signature and
preprinted legal name. All identification provided must
HAGERSTOWN CENTER: match the name on the registration form and your education
140 West Franklin Street, Suite A certification.
Hagerstown, MD 21740
If you cannot provide the required identification, you must
From I 70: Take exit 32B Hagerstown. This is US Route 40 west.
call (800) 733-9267 at least 3 weeks prior to your scheduled
Follow Route 40 for 4.1 miles to 140 W. Franklin Street. It is slightly
appointment to arrange a way to meet this security
past the intersection of Jonathan and Franklin. You must turn into
requirement. Failure to provide all the required
the church parking lot on the right before you reach 140 W. Franklin
identification at the time of the examination without
Street.
notifying PSI is considered a missed appointment and you will
From I 81: Take exit 6 US Route 40 east. Follow on Route 40 for 1.6 not be able to take the examination at that time.
miles and turn left on to Jonathan Street. After one block turn
left on to Franklin Street. Stay right and enter the church parking SECURITY PROCEDURES
lot. This will come up quickly on the right. The following security procedures will apply during the
There are many parking spots reserved for PSI testing on the lot. examination:
You will then walk past the front of the church and into 140 W. Only non-programmable calculators that are silent,
Franklin Street, Suite A is on the ground floor. No steps required to battery-operated, do not have paper tape printing
enter. capabilities, and do not have a keyboard containing the
There is one handicapped spot reserved for PSI on the lot at 140 W. alphabet will be allowed in the examination site.
Franklin Street near the entrance door. All other parking has to be Candidates may take only approved items into the
on the church lot. examination room.
All personal belongings of candidates, with the exception
LANHAM CENTER: of close-fitting jackets or sweatshirts, should be placed
5900 Princess Garden Pkwy in the secure storage provided at each site prior to
Suite 501
entering the examination room. Personal belongings
Lanham, MD 20706
include, but are not limited to, the following items:
Take the 20B-A/Annapolis Road Exit towards Lanham. Take Princess - Electronic devices of any type, including cellular /
Garden Parkway exit. Turn left, following Princess Garden Parkway
mobile phones, recording devices, electronic
exit, veer into far right lane. Turn right on Princess Garden Parkway
watches, cameras, pagers, laptop computers, tablet
turn left at first driveway.
computers (e.g., iPads), music players (e.g., iPods),
SALISBURY CENTER: smart watches, radios, or electronic games.
1323 Mt. Hermon Road - Bulky or loose clothing or coats that could be used
Beaglin Park Plaza, Suite 2A to conceal recording devices or notes, including
Salisbury, MD 21804 coats, shawls, hooded clothing, heavy jackets, or
From Rt. 50 E, take 50 Business thru Salisbury. Turn right onto overcoats.
Beaglin Park Dr. Turn left onto Mt Hermon Road. Take the first - Hats or headgear not worn for religious reasons or
left into Beaglin Park Plaza Complex. Look for Building 2. as religious apparel, including hats, baseball caps, or
visors.

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 - Other personal items, including purses, notebooks,
reference or reading material, briefcases, TAKING THE EXAMINATION
backpacks, wallets, pens, pencils, other writing
devices, food, drinks, and good luck items. The examination will be administered via computer. You will
Person(s) accompanying an examination candidate may be using a mouse and computer keyboard.
not wait in the examination center, inside the building or
IDENTIFICATION SCREEN
on the building's property. This applies to guests of any
You will be directed to a semiprivate testing station to take
nature, including drivers, children, friends, family,
the examination. When you are seated at the testing station,
colleagues or instructors.
you will be prompted to confirm your name, identification
No smoking, eating, or drinking is allowed in the number, and the examination for which you are registered.
examination center.
During the check in process, all candidates will be asked TUTORIAL
if they possess any prohibited items. Candidates may also Before you start your examination, an introductory tutorial is
be asked to empty their pockets and turn them out for provided on the computer screen. The time you spend on
the proctor to ensure they are empty. The proctor may this tutorial, up to 15 minutes, DOES NOT count as part of
also ask candidates to lift up the ends of their sleeves your examination time. Sample questions are included
and the bottoms of their pant legs to ensure that notes following the tutorial so that you may practice answering
questions, and reviewing your answers. The Function Bar
or recording devices are not being hidden there.
at the top of the sample question provides mouse-click access
Proctors will also carefully inspect eyeglass frames, tie
to the features available while taking the examination.
tacks, or any other apparel that could be used to harbor
a recording device. Proctors will ask to inspect any such
items in candidates pockets.
If prohibited items are found during check-in, candidates
shall put them in the provided secure storage or return
these items to their vehicle. PSI will not be responsible
for the security of any personal belongings or prohibited
items.
Any candidate possessing prohibited items in the
examination room shall immediately have his or her test
results invalidated, and PSI shall notify the examination
sponsor of the occurrence.
Any candidate seen giving or receiving assistance on an
examination, found with unauthorized materials, or who
violates any security regulations will be asked to One question appears on the screen at a time. During the
surrender all examination materials and to leave the examination, minutes remaining will be displayed at the top
examination center. All such instances will be reported of the screen and updated as you record your answers.
to the examination sponsor.
Copying or communicating examination content is IMPORTANT: After you have entered your responses, you will
violation of a candidates contract with PSI, and federal later be able to return to any question(s) and change your
response, provided the examination time has not run out.
and state law. Either may result in the disqualification of
examination results and may lead to legal action. SCORE REPORTING
Once candidates have been seated and the examination Your passing or failing indication will appear immediately on
begins, they may leave the examination room only to use the computer screen at the end of your test. Exam results are
the restroom, and only after obtaining permission from confidential and will be revealed only to you and the
the proctor. Candidate will not receive extra time to Board/Department.
complete the examination. If you do not pass, you may submit a new registration form to
PSI with the appropriate fee and schedule a new appointment
to retake the exam. YOU MAY NOT TAKE THE EXAMINATION
MORE OFTEN THAN EVERY 30 DAYS.

EXPERIMENTAL QUESTIONS
In addition to the number of questions per examination, a
small number of five to ten "experimental" questions may be
administered to candidates during the examinations. These

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questions will not be scored and the time taken to answer
them will not count against examination time. The
administration of such non-scored experimental questions is LICENSE APPLICATION
an essential step in developing future licensing examinations.
LICENSE APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
EXAMINATION REVIEW Passers will NOT receive any additional notices from PSI.
Failing candidates will have the option of reviewing their They will receive a registration card that is used in
examinations in a secure environment. Requests for an conjunction with electronic filing for the actual license from
Examination Review must be made within 15 days after their DLLR.
examination. Candidates will be provided with a copy of the Questions regarding the license application should be
incorrectly answered questions in the examination, along directed to the State Board of Plumbing at 410-230-6231. Do
with the candidate's answer. The candidate will have the not contact PSI.
opportunity to write down any matter that he/she wishes to
bring to the Board's attention. The candidate's notes,
together with a copy of the item, will be submitted directly INSTRUCTIONS AND FORMS
to the Board. The Board will review the candidate's
comments and make a determination as to the validity of the Please follow the instructions in this section carefully.
candidate's comments.
EXPERIENCE CERTIFICATION FORMS
The forms to be used to verify the required employment for
DUPLICATE SCORE REPORTS
the Examinations are found at the back of this bulletin.
You may request a duplicate failing score report after your These pages may be photocopied for the submission of
examination by emailing [email protected] or by additional experience information. Original pages must be
calling 800-733-9267. submitted with your examination registration form.

EXAM REGISTRATION FORM

Be sure that the registration form is complete, accurate, and
signed and that you include all attachments and the correct
fee. Detailed instructions on completing the form are
provided below. Improperly completed forms will be
returned to you unprocessed.
1. Name Print your name in the boxes provided, using one
box per letter. If your name is longer than the boxes
allow, print as many letters as possible.
2. Social Security Number Your Social Security Number is
used for identification purposes only. Print only one
number per box.
3. Mailing Address Print only one letter or number per
box. Do not include punctuation marks; leave blank
spaces to show spaces. All information will be sent to
the address you provide here. Do not use a PO Box
unless it is accompanied by a rural delivery route
number. Indicate home or work address with an X.
4. Email Address Please provide your email address on the
line provided.
5. Telephone Numbers Provide both cell and office phone
numbers (including area codes).
6. Birth Date/Birth Place Provide your date of birth (e.g.
06-01-50 for June 1, 1950). Provide the city and state
of your birth.
7. Gender Place an X in the appropriate box.

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8. Exam Place an X in the box indicating the exam for (2) A letter in their own words what had occurred;
which you are registering. Then, indicate whether you and,
are taking this exam for the first time by placing an X (3) Letters of reference are encouraged to show the
in the appropriate box and providing a test date, if applicants present employment activities and
appropriate. character.
9 Certificate Held Provide Apprentice or Journey The applicant will be notified by the Board as to the
Certificate Number and date issued, as appropriate. acceptance of their application package. If it is
10. Total Payment The fee for the Maryland Master accepted and approved, it will be forwarded to PSI, who
Electricians Examination is $70. would notify the applicant of the amount due for the
Fees and not refundable and are not transferable. examination.

11. Reasonable Accommodation Request Applicants with 14. Affidavit and Signature All applicants are required to
disabilities or those who would otherwise have difficulty read the affidavit, then sign and date the application as
taking the exam must specify the alternative on a check or legal document. The application is not
arrangements requested. complete and will not be accepted if it is submitted
without your signature.
12. Current or Prior License Check the appropriate box to
indicate whether or not you currently hold or have ever
held a Maryland plumbers license. If yes, indicate date, FOLLOWING IS A LIST OF COURSE PROVIDERS
classification, and registration number and enclose a
FOR NATURAL GAS FITTERS
copy of the license.
13. Required Information All applicants must answer all
three questions by indicating either yes or no with Maryland Association of Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors
an X. Applicants who answer Yes to Questions 2 or 3 10176 Baltimore National Pike, Suite 205
Ellicott City, Maryland 21042
must follow the procedures below:
Contact: Diane Kastner
a. Send their application/Registration form without Phone: 410-461-5977 or 1-800-723-4900
money to the State Board of Plumbing at 500 N
Calvert St., Baltimore, MD 21202, and not to PSI. S&S Training, Inc.
(successor to BGE Training School)
b. The applicant is required to include with their Baltimore, Maryland
application package: Contact: William Savage Phone: 410-852-7093
Contact: Jim Schmidt
c. In cases of a conviction of a felony or misdemeanor
Phone 410-491-5494
that is directly related to the fitness and
qualification of the applicant to provide the services Plumbers and Pipefitters Apprenticeship
for which he or she is applying, you must include: 8509 Ardwick-Ardmore Road
Landover, Maryland 20785
(1) A true test copy of the court docket where
Contact: Thomas A. Chaisson
the action was heard; Phone: 301-322-8810 Fax: 301-322-5263
(2) A letter in their own words outlining what
actually happened, their current status as it Plumbers and Steamfitters Local 486 Training School
1201 66th Street
relates to the case, and what they have done
Baltimore, Maryland 21237-2570
since the occurrence to turn things around; Contact: Allen B. Clinedinst, III
(3) A letter from their parole/probation officer Phone: 410-866-5313 Fax: 410-866-3954
outlining their current status and probable date
of completion, if the applicant is still on parole Plumbers and Pipefitters Local 489
2 Park Street
or probation; and, Cumberland, Maryland 21502
(4) Letters of reference are encouraged from Contact: Robert E. Engelbach, Jr.
current employers, ministers, and other persons Phone: 301-722-8515 Fax: 301-759-4168
who may be able to speak to the character of
Washington D.C. Joint Apprenticeship Committee
the applicant and changes in lifestyle since the
8421 Ardwick-Ardmore Road
conviction. Landover, Maryland 20785
d. In cases where you had this type of license, Contact: Mr. Bernard Thornberg
certificate, registration, or permit denied, Phone: 301-341-1555 Fax: 301-386-3271
suspended or revoked by Maryland or any other
Plumbers and Pipefitters U.A. Local Union 782 JATC
jurisdiction, you must include: 1049 South Dual Highway
(1) A copy of the final order of action in cases of a Seaford, Delaware 19973
license denial, suspension or revocation, from Phone: 302-629-3521 Fax: 302-628-0782
the jurisdiction where the action occurred;

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 CHECKLIST FOR YOUR APPLICATION

In order to be considered complete, your application packet

for the Master or Journey Plumber/Gas Fitter Examination
MUST contain the following items

Completed Experience Certification Form(s).

Proof of successful completion of a 32-hour course in

Backflow Prevention Devise Testing with any
required supporting documentation or a letter of
verification (DOES NOT APPLY TO NATURAL GAS
FITTERS).

Completed and SIGNED Registration Form.

Evidence of certified approved school study (if

applicable).

Explanatory information, as appropriate.

A money order, certified check, cashiers check,

personal check, or company check for the
examination fee made out to PSI. Cash is not
accepted.

NOTE: All required information and certifications must be

original and must be furnished by the applicant with the
application for examination

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 MARYLAND PLUMBER/GAS FITTER AND NATURAL GAS FITTER EXAMINATIONS
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION EXAMINATION
REGISTRATION FORM
You must provide all information requested, enclose attachments as applicable, and submit it and the fee payment with your Experience
Certification Form(s), and proof of successful completion of the required Backflow Prevention course. PLEASE TYPE OR PRINT LEGIBLY.
Registration forms that are incomplete, illegible or not accompanied by the proper fee and other forms will be returned unprocessed.

BE SURE TO COMPLETE BOTH SIDES OF THIS FORM AND SIGN.

1. Name
Last Name Generation
(e.g.,Jr., III)

First Name Middle Name (if none, enter NMN)

2. Social Security - - (FOR IDENTIFICATION PURPOSES ONLY)

3. Mailing Address
Number, Street Suite/Apt. No

City State Zip Code

County

4. Email Address _________________________________________________@____________________________________

5. Telephone Cell Office

Area Code Area Code

6. Birth Date/ Place

M M D D Y Y City State

County

7. Gender Male (2) Female (1)

8. Exam (Check One) Master Plumber/Gas Fitter - $65

Journey Plumber/Gas Fitter - $65
Master Natural Gas Fitter Gas Fitter - $65
Journey Natural Gas Fitter - $25

Is this the first time you are taking this examination? Yes No

If not the first time, date of last exam: ______________

Original Date Issued

9. Certificate Held Certificate #
(mo/year)

Apprentice Plumber ___________________________ ____________________

Journey Plumber ___________________________ ____________________

Apprentice Natural Gas Fitter ___________________________ ____________________

Please continue to the next page.

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10. Total Payment: $ ____________
Registration fees may be paid by money order, certified check, personal check, company check, or cashiers check. Cash is not accepted.
REGISTRATION FEES ARE NOT REFUNDABLE OR TRANSFERABLE. Make your money order or check payable to PSI and note your name and/or
Social Security Number on it.

Check one: VISA MasterCard American Express Discover

Card No: ______________________________________________________ Exp. Date: ________________________________

The card verification number may be located on the back of the card (the last
three digits on the signature strip) or on the front of the card (the four digit number
Card Verification No: __________________ to the right and above the card account number).

Billing Street Address: _________________________________________________________ Billing Zip Code: __________________

Cardholder Name (Print): ____________________________________________ Signature: __________________________________

11. Reasonable Accommodation Requests

I am a submtting Reasonable Accommodation or Out-of-State Test Request with required documentation. Yes No
12. Current or Prior License: Do you now or have you ever held a Maryland Plumber License? Yes No
If yes, provide date of original issue, license state, and registration number below and enclose a copy of the current/former
license.
______________________ ____________________________ ____________________________
Date Classification Registration Number

For Internal Use Only

Copy of current/former license is attached Yes No
13. ALL applicants must answer the following questions.
Yes No
1. I am 18 years of age or older ...............................................................................
2. Have you ever been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor in any State or Federal Court? ......
3. Have you ever had this type of license, certificate, registration, or permit denied, suspended
or revoked by Maryland or any other jurisdiction? ......................................................
14. Affidavit/Signature

If the address of this registration is not within the State of Maryland, I do hereby irrevocably consent that suits and actions
may be commenced against me in the proper courts of the State of Maryland as provided by the Annotated Code of Maryland.

I hereby certify that the information provided on both sides of this registration and in the attached application forms is true
and correct and the Maryland State Board of Master Electricians may rely on its truthfulness in considering this registration,
and that this registration is signed and sworn to under penalty of perjury.

Sign Here __________________________________________________ ______________________________

Signature of Applicant Date

Complete and send this form, fee, applicable attachments, your Experience Certification and evidence of Backflow Prevention course
completion to:
PSI licensure:certification
ATTN: Examination Registration MD PLUMBERS
3210 E Tropicana * Las Vegas, NV * 89121
www.psiexams.com Phone: (800) 733-9267 FAX: (702) 932-2666

PLEASE REMEMBER TO SIGN THIS REGISTRATION FORM AND ENCLOSE ALL ATTACHMENTS.

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 EMPLOYMENT CERTIFICATION EMPLOYMENT CERTIFICATION
FOR MASTER PLUMBER/GAS FITTER APPLICANTS FOR MASTER PLUMBER/GAS FITTER APPLICANTS
(to be completed by Master Plumber/Gas FItter) (to be completed by Master Plumber/Gas Fitter)

NOTE: If you have not been continuously employed by the same Master NOTE: If you have not been continuously employed by the same Master
Plumber/Gas Fitter, a similar form must be completed for each employer Plumber/Gas Fitter, a similar form must be completed for each employer
indicating hours worked. (This page may be photocopied.) indicating hours worked. (This page may be photocopied.)

APPLICANTS NAME: ______________________________________________________ APPLICANTS NAME: ______________________________________________________

Served as journey plumber/gas fitter: Served as jorney plumber/gas fitter:

FROM TO HOURS HOURS FROM TO HOURS HOURS

_________________ _________________ _____________ _____________ _________________ _________________ _____________ _____________
MONTH DAY YEAR MONTH DAY YEAR MONTH DAY YEAR MONTH DAY YEAR

_________________ _________________ _____________ _____________ _________________ _________________ _____________ _____________

MONTH DAY YEAR MONTH DAY YEAR MONTH DAY YEAR MONTH DAY YEAR

_________________ _________________ _____________ _____________ _________________ _________________ _____________ _____________

MONTH DAY YEAR MONTH DAY YEAR MONTH DAY YEAR MONTH DAY YEAR

_________________ _________________ _____________ _____________ _________________ _________________ _____________ _____________

MONTH DAY YEAR MONTH DAY YEAR MONTH DAY YEAR MONTH DAY YEAR

_________________ _________________ _____________ _____________ _________________ _________________ _____________ _____________

MONTH DAY YEAR MONTH DAY YEAR MONTH DAY YEAR MONTH DAY YEAR

_________________ _________________ _____________ _____________ _________________ _________________ _____________ _____________

MONTH DAY YEAR MONTH DAY YEAR MONTH DAY YEAR MONTH DAY YEAR

_________________ _________________ _____________ _____________ _________________ _________________ _____________ _____________

MONTH DAY YEAR MONTH DAY YEAR MONTH DAY YEAR MONTH DAY YEAR
PSI Use only PSI Use only
SHOW HOURS WORKED EACH YEAR TOTAL____________ SHOW HOURS WORKED EACH YEAR TOTAL____________

NAME OF MASTER PLUMBER/GAS FITTER _____________________________________ NAME OF MASTER PLUMBER/GAS FITTER _____________________________________
Company Name __________________________________________________________ Company Name __________________________________________________________
TELEPHONE NO TELEPHONE NO
Company Address_________________________________________________________ Company Address ________________________________________________________
STREET STREET
________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________
CITY STATE ZIP CODE CITY STATE ZIP CODE

I certify under penalty of perjury that the applicant named above serves as a I certify under penalty of perjury that the applicant named above serves a journey
journey plumber under my supervision for the time(s) indicated. plumber under my supervision for the time(s) indicated.

SIGNATURE OF MASTER PLUMBER/GAS FITTER ________________________________ SIGNATURE OF MASTER PLUMBER/GAS FITTER ________________________________

Date Signed___________________ Date Signed___________________

Master Plumber Registration No ______________ No ______________ Master Plumber Registration No ______________ No ______________
MARYLAND BALTO. CO. MARYLAND BALTO. CO.
No ______________ No ______________ No ______________ No ______________
W.S.S.C. OTHER W.S.S.C. OTHER

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 EMPLOYMENT CERTIFICATION EMPLOYMENT CERTIFICATION
FOR JOURNEY PLUMBER/GAS FITTER APPLICANTS FOR JOURNEY PLUMBER/GAS FITTER APPLICANTS
(to be completed by Master Plumber/Gas Fitter) (to be completed by Master Plumber/Gas Fitter)

NOTE: If you have not been continuously employed by the same Master NOTE: If you have not been continuously employed by the same Master Plumber, a
Plumber/Gas Fitter, a similar form must be completed for each employer similar form must be completed for each employer indicating hours worked. (This
indicating hours worked. (This page may be photocopied.) page may be photocopied.)

IMPORTANT NOTICE TO MASTER PLUMBER/GAS FITTER: IMPORTANT NOTICE TO MASTER PLUMBER/GAS FITTER:
INCLUDE ALL HOURS WORKED UNDER YOUR SUPERVISION. INCLUDE ALL HOURS WORKED UNDER YOUR SUPERVISION.

APPLICANTS NAME: ______________________________________________________ APPLICANTS NAME: ______________________________________________________

FROM TO HOURS HOURS FROM TO HOURS HOURS

_________________ _________________ _____________ _____________ _________________ _________________ _____________ _____________
MONTH DAY YEAR MONTH DAY YEAR MONTH DAY YEAR MONTH DAY YEAR

_________________ _________________ _____________ _____________ _________________ _________________ _____________ _____________

MONTH DAY YEAR MONTH DAY YEAR MONTH DAY YEAR MONTH DAY YEAR

_________________ _________________ _____________ _____________ _________________ _________________ _____________ _____________

MONTH DAY YEAR MONTH DAY YEAR MONTH DAY YEAR MONTH DAY YEAR

_________________ _________________ _____________ _____________ _________________ _________________ _____________ _____________

MONTH DAY YEAR MONTH DAY YEAR MONTH DAY YEAR MONTH DAY YEAR

_________________ _________________ _____________ _____________ _________________ _________________ _____________ _____________

MONTH DAY YEAR MONTH DAY YEAR MONTH DAY YEAR MONTH DAY YEAR

_________________ _________________ _____________ _____________ _________________ _________________ _____________ _____________

MONTH DAY YEAR MONTH DAY YEAR MONTH DAY YEAR MONTH DAY YEAR

_________________ _________________ _____________ _____________ _________________ _________________ _____________ _____________

MONTH DAY YEAR MONTH DAY YEAR MONTH DAY YEAR MONTH DAY YEAR
PSI Use only PSI Use only
SHOW HOURS WORKED EACH YEAR TOTAL____________ SHOW HOURS WORKED EACH YEAR TOTAL____________

NAME OF MASTER PLUMBER/GAS FITTER _____________________________________ NAME OF MASTER PLUMBER/GAS FITTER _____________________________________
Company Name __________________________________________________________ Company Name __________________________________________________________
TELEPHONE NO TELEPHONE NO
Company Address_________________________________________________________ Company Address ________________________________________________________
STREET STREET
________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________
CITY STATE ZIP CODE CITY STATE ZIP CODE

I certify under penalty of perjury that the applicant named above serves as an I certify under penalty of perjury that the applicant named above serves as an
apprentice plumber under my supervision for the time(s) indicated. apprentice plumber under my supervision for the time(s) indicated.

SIGNATURE OF MASTER PLUMBER/GAS FITTER ________________________________ SIGNATURE OF MASTER PLUMBER/GAS FITTER ________________________________

Date Signed___________________ Date Signed___________________

Master Plumber/Gas Fitter Registration No ______________ No _____________ Master Plumber/Gas Fitter Registration No ______________ No _____________
MARYLAND BALTO. CO. MARYLAND BALTO. CO.
No ____________ No _____________ No ____________ No _____________
W.S.S.C. OTHER W.S.S.C. OTHER

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 EMPLOYMENT CERTIFICATION EMPLOYMENT CERTIFICATION
FOR MASTER NATURAL GAS FITTER APPLICANTS FOR MASTER NATURAL GAS FITTER APPLICANTS
(to be completed by Master Plumber/Gas Fitter or MasterNatural Gas Fitter) (to be completed by Master Plumber/Gas Fitter or MasterNatural Gas Fitter)

NOTE: If you have not been continuously employed by the same Master NOTE: If you have not been continuously employed by the same Master
Plumber/Gas Fitter or Master Natural Gas Fitter, a similar form must be completed Plumber/Gas Fitter or Master Natural Gas Fitter, a similar form must be completed
for each employer indicating hours worked. (This page may be photocopied.) for each employer indicating hours worked. (This page may be photocopied.)

APPLICANTS NAME: ______________________________________________________ APPLICANTS NAME: ______________________________________________________

Served as master natural gas fitter: Served as master natural gas fitter:

FROM TO HOURS HOURS FROM TO HOURS HOURS

_________________ _________________ _____________ _____________ _________________ _________________ _____________ _____________
MONTH DAY YEAR MONTH DAY YEAR MONTH DAY YEAR MONTH DAY YEAR

_________________ _________________ _____________ _____________ _________________ _________________ _____________ _____________

MONTH DAY YEAR MONTH DAY YEAR MONTH DAY YEAR MONTH DAY YEAR

_________________ _________________ _____________ _____________ _________________ _________________ _____________ _____________

MONTH DAY YEAR MONTH DAY YEAR MONTH DAY YEAR MONTH DAY YEAR

_________________ _________________ _____________ _____________ _________________ _________________ _____________ _____________

MONTH DAY YEAR MONTH DAY YEAR MONTH DAY YEAR MONTH DAY YEAR

_________________ _________________ _____________ _____________ _________________ _________________ _____________ _____________

MONTH DAY YEAR MONTH DAY YEAR MONTH DAY YEAR MONTH DAY YEAR

_________________ _________________ _____________ _____________ _________________ _________________ _____________ _____________

MONTH DAY YEAR MONTH DAY YEAR MONTH DAY YEAR MONTH DAY YEAR

_________________ _________________ _____________ _____________ _________________ _________________ _____________ _____________

MONTH DAY YEAR MONTH DAY YEAR MONTH DAY YEAR MONTH DAY YEAR
PSI Use only PSI Use only
SHOW HOURS WORKED EACH YEAR TOTAL____________ SHOW HOURS WORKED EACH YEAR TOTAL____________

NAME OF MASTER PLUMBER/GAS FITTER or MASTER NATURAL GAS FITTER NAME OF MASTER PLUMBER/GAS FITTER or MASTER NATURAL GAS FITTER
________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________
Company Name __________________________________________________________ Company Name __________________________________________________________
TELEPHONE NO TELEPHONE NO
Company Address_________________________________________________________ Company Address ________________________________________________________
STREET STREET
________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________
CITY STATE ZIP CODE CITY STATE ZIP CODE

I certify under penalty of perjury that the applicant named above serves as an I certify under penalty of perjury that the applicant named above serves as an
apprentice journeyman under my supervision for the time(s) indicated. apprentice journeyman under my supervision for the time(s) indicated.

_________________________________________Date Signed___________________ _________________________________________Date Signed___________________

SIGNATURE OF MASTER PLUMBER/GAS FITTER or MASTER NATURAL GAS FITTER SIGNATURE OF MASTER PLUMBER/GAS FITTER or MASTER NATURAL GAS FITTER

Master Plumber/Gas Fitter or Master Natural Gas Fitter Registration Master Plumber/Gas Fitter or Master Natural Gas Fitter Registration
No ______________ No ______________ No ______________ No ______________
MARYLAND BALTO. CO. MARYLAND BALTO. CO.
No ______________ No ______________ No ______________ No ______________
W.S.S.C. OTHER W.S.S.C. OTHER

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 EMPLOYMENT CERTIFICATION EMPLOYMENT CERTIFICATION
FOR JOURNEY NATURAL GAS FITTER APPLICANTS FOR JOURNEY NATURAL GAS FITTER APPLICANTS
(to be completed by Master Plumber/Gas Fitter or MasterNatural Gas Fitter) (to be completed by Master Plumber/Gas Fitter or Master Natural Gas Fitter)

NOTE: If you have not been continuously employed by the same Master NOTE: If you have not been continuously employed by the same Master
Plumber/Gas Fitter or Master Natural Gas Fitter, a similar form must be completed Plumber/Gas Fitter or Master Natural Gas Fitter, a similar form must be completed
for each employer indicating hours worked. (This page may be photocopied.) for each employer indicating hours worked. (This page may be photocopied.)

IMPORTANT NOTICE TO MASTER PLUMBER/GAS FITTER or MASTER NATURAL GAS IMPORTANT NOTICE TO MASTER PLUMBER/GAS FITTER or MASTER NATURAL GAS
FITTER: FITTER:
INCLUDE ALL HOURS WORKED UNDER YOUR SUPERVISION. INCLUDE ALL HOURS WORKED UNDER YOUR SUPERVISION.

APPLICANTS NAME: ______________________________________________________ APPLICANTS NAME: ______________________________________________________

FROM TO HOURS HOURS FROM TO HOURS HOURS

_________________ _________________ _____________ _____________ _________________ _________________ _____________ _____________
MONTH DAY YEAR MONTH DAY YEAR MONTH DAY YEAR MONTH DAY YEAR

_________________ _________________ _____________ _____________ _________________ _________________ _____________ _____________

MONTH DAY YEAR MONTH DAY YEAR MONTH DAY YEAR MONTH DAY YEAR

_________________ _________________ _____________ _____________ _________________ _________________ _____________ _____________

MONTH DAY YEAR MONTH DAY YEAR MONTH DAY YEAR MONTH DAY YEAR

_________________ _________________ _____________ _____________ _________________ _________________ _____________ _____________

MONTH DAY YEAR MONTH DAY YEAR MONTH DAY YEAR MONTH DAY YEAR

_________________ _________________ _____________ _____________ _________________ _________________ _____________ _____________

MONTH DAY YEAR MONTH DAY YEAR MONTH DAY YEAR MONTH DAY YEAR

_________________ _________________ _____________ _____________ _________________ _________________ _____________ _____________

MONTH DAY YEAR MONTH DAY YEAR MONTH DAY YEAR MONTH DAY YEAR

_________________ _________________ _____________ _____________ _________________ _________________ _____________ _____________

MONTH DAY YEAR MONTH DAY YEAR MONTH DAY YEAR MONTH DAY YEAR
PSI Use only PSI Use only
SHOW HOURS WORKED EACH YEAR TOTAL____________ SHOW HOURS WORKED EACH YEAR TOTAL____________

NAME OF MASTER PLUMBER/GAS FITTER or MASTER NATURAL GAS FITTER NAME OF MASTER PLUMBER/GAS FITTER or MASTER NATURAL GAS FITTER
________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________
Company Name __________________________________________________________ Company Name __________________________________________________________
TELEPHONE NO TELEPHONE NO
Company Address_________________________________________________________ Company Address ________________________________________________________
STREET STREET
________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________
CITY STATE ZIP CODE CITY STATE ZIP CODE

I certify under penalty of perjury that the applicant named above serves as an I certify under penalty of perjury that the applicant named above serves as an
apprentice plumber under my supervision for the time(s) indicated. apprentice plumber under my supervision for the time(s) indicated.

_________________________________________Date Signed___________________ _________________________________________Date Signed___________________

SIGNATURE OF MASTER PLUMBER/GAS FITTER or MASTER NATURAL GAS FITTER SIGNATURE OF MASTER PLUMBER/GAS FITTER or MASTER NATURAL GAS FITTER

Master Plumber/Gas Fitter or Master Natural Gas Fitter Registration Master Plumber/Gas Fitter or Master Natural Gas Fitter Registration
No ______________ No ______________ No ______________ No ______________
MARYLAND BALTO. CO. MARYLAND BALTO. CO.
No ______________ No ______________ No ______________ No ______________
W.S.S.C. OTHER W.S.S.C. OTHER

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 REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
OR OUT-OF-STATE TESTING REQUEST

All examination centers are equipped to provide access in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of
1990. Applicants with disabilities or those who would otherwise have difficulty taking the examination may request
reasonable accommodation

Candidates who wish to request reasonable accommodation because of a disability should fax this form and supporting
documentation to PSI at (702) 932-2666.

Requirements for reasonable accommodation:

You are required to submit documentation from the medical authority or learning institution that rendered a diagnosis.
Verification must be submitted to PSI on the letterhead stationery of the authority or specialist and include the following:

Description of the disability and limitations related to testing

Recommended accommodation/modification
Name, title and telephone number of the medical authority or specialist
Original signature of the medical authority or specialist

Date: __________________________ Social Security or ID#: __________________________________________

Legal Name: ___________________________________________________________________________________________

Last Name First Name

Address: _______________________________________________________________________________________________
Street City, State, Zip Code

Telephone: (___________) _________ - _______________ (___________) __________ - _______________

Home Work

Email Address: __________________________________________________________________________________________

Check any reasonable accommodations you require (requests must concur with documentation submitted):

Reader (as accommodation for visual impairment Extended time

or learning disability) (Additional time requested: ______________)

Large-print written examination Other____________________________________

*Out-of-State Testing Request (this request does not ____________________________________

require additional documentation)

Site requested: ________________________________

*You may email your out-of-state request to [email protected].

Complete and fax this form, along with supporting documentation, to (702) 932-2666. You may also email this to
[email protected]
After 4 business days, please call (800) 367-1565, ext 6750 and leave a voice message.
PSI Accommodations will call you back to schedule the examination within 48 hours.

DO NOT SCHEDULE YOUR EXAMINATION UNTIL THIS DOCUMENTATION HAS BEEN

RECEIVED AND PROCESSED BY PSI ACCOMMODATIONS.
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 BOOKS AND MORE ARE NOW AVAILABLE AT THE PSI ONLINE STORE

To place an order for one or more of the following items listed, you may:

Order online at www.psionlinestore.com

Call the PSI Online store toll-free at (866) 589-3088

Note: prices are available online at www.psionlinestore.com

29 CFR Part 1926 Selections

Mathematics for Plumbers and Pipefitters

Please note: Inventory and pricing subject to change without notice.
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