Name: Virginia Equipment/Machinery Contracting
Brand: American Contractors Exam Services
SKU: c1497

Required Books

The references listed below are allowed to be used during the exam and are used in our preparation seminar and home-study courses. These references may be tabbed (with permanent index tabs) and highlighted. They are available for purchase from our online contractor’s bookstore or by calling our office at 1-800-992-1910.

**In addition to the listed referenes one title is unavailable:

Pump Handbook, 2007, Karassik, Messina, Cooper, and Heald, McGraw-Hill

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ASME B20.1-2015 Safety Standard for Conveyors and Related Equipment (Special Order)

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B20.1 applies to the design, construction, installation, maintenance, inspection, and operation of conveyors and conveying systems in relation…

$94.00
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Handbook of Rigging, 5th Edition

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Hardback, 792 pgs The Ultimate Guide to Designing and Operating Safe, Efficient Rigging Systems Recent years have seen…

$169.00
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Low Pressure Boilers, 5th Edition

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Low Pressure Boilers by Frederick M. Steingress, Manufactured by American Technical Publishers. Product categories: Steam-boilers, Steam-heating, Low pressure,…

$134.00
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Modern Welding, 12th edition, 2020

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Modern Welding is a comprehensive text that has long been the standard for teaching the theory, fundamentals, equipment,…

$190.00
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OSHA 29. CFR 1926 for Contractors Highlighted & Tabbed

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Occupational Safety & Health Standards for the Construction Industry (OSHA Standards for the Construction Industry), Published by American…

$55.00
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Virginia Application Processing

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New Application Processing Fee for Virginia License

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Confirm This Is the Right License for Your Work

Every state licensing board defines the exact project types, sizes, and trades that fall under each contractor classification. Review the scope below to make sure this license matches the work you actually do — then enroll in the seminar that prepares you for that exam the first time.

Equipment/Machinery Contracting means that service which provides for the installation or removal of equipment or machinery including but not limited to conveyors ir heavy machinery. Boilers exempted by the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code but regulated by the Department of Labor and Industry are also included in this specialty. This specialty does not provide for any Electrical, Plumbing, Process Piping or HVAC functions.

License Requirements

NOTICE: Effective March 1, 2016, all Contractor Specialty examinations will require pre-approval from DPOR prior to taking the examination. For more information please contact the Board for Contractors Licensing Section directly at (804) 367-8511.

As of 8/21/06, the Designated Employee or a member of Responsible Management of all contractors applying for initial licensure (for an entity that is not currently licensed) must successfully complete an 8-hour business class approved by the Board for Contractors.

This applies to Class-A, Class-B & Class-C Contractors. (Please note that individuals applying for a Class C license; A Owner/Officer/Partner of the Company must be the person to take the required 8-hour Business Course required by the Board.)

Effective December 1, 2012, contractors will be required to take technical exams for the specialties they put on their license. This applies to Class A, B and C licenses. Contact the Virginia Board for Contractors for more information.

Reciprocity

Virginia currently does not have reciprocity with any state for this classification.

Continuing Education

Virginia currently does NOT require Continuing Education for this classification.

The Exam

The exam is administered by PSI. The exam is 40 questions, open book, Multiple Choice, 90 Minutes and a 70% is required to pass.

Exam Subject areas include Boilers General Knowledge, Controls, Boiler Fittings and Accessories, Pumps, Safety, Boiler Testing and Troubleshooting, Hoisting and Rigging, Conveying Equipment and Welding.

Exam Fees:(paid directly to PSI)

$40.00 One Portion

$72.00 Two Portions

$85.00 Three Portions

$85.00 QI Specialty Exam

How We Help You Prepare

American Contractors is currently developing a Home-Study course for individuals wishing to take and pass the Virginia Equipment/Machinery Contractor exam. Please contact us at (800) 992-1910 for more information

To apply for a license, contact:

Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation

9960 Mayland Drive, Suite 400

Richmond, Virginia 23233

(804)367-8511

Important Contacts

To apply for a license, contact:

Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation
9960 Mayland Drive
Suite 400
Richmond, Virginia 23233
(804)367-8511

http://www.dpor.virginia.gov/

Virginia exams are given by:

PSI Licensure: Certification
ATTN: Exam Registration
Daniel Building
3805 Cutshaw Ave., Suite 310
Richmond, VA 23230
(800) 733-9267

www.psiexams.com

For Tradesman Testing Approval, completed applications should be sent to:
Board for Contractors
9960 Mayland Drive, Suite 400
Richmond, VA 23233

For more information, visit the website:

www.dpor.virginia.gov/dporweb/tra_main.cfm

Full Seminar Schedule

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What Is Included in Your Seminar

Required Books

ASME B20.1-2015 Safety Standard for Conveyors and Related Equipment (Special Order)

Handbook of Rigging, 5th Edition

Low Pressure Boilers, 5th Edition

Modern Welding, 12th edition, 2020

OSHA 29. CFR 1926 for Contractors Highlighted & Tabbed