TSSA to introduce more flexibility to the certification process for Operating Engineers or Operators
TSSA is introducing more flexibility to the certification process for Operating Engineers (OE) on June 14, 2021, with Release 3 of the implementation of OE Alternate Rules for O. Reg 219/01 (Operating Engineers). The Alternate Rules Part 2 establishes an Alternate Table 8 for accrediting Qualifying Experience Time (QET).
Highlights:
- QET is expressed in hours to facilitate the counting of hours for irregular shifts and overtime.
- Certificate holders and first-time applicants have the option to pursue exams and meet the experience requirements concurrently or at their own pace.
- For example, a certified fourth-class Operating Engineer who has successfully challenged his/her third-class exams and is acquiring fourth class QET can begin writing any second-class exam before achieving third-class certification.
- Compressors, refrigeration, and steam prime movers are recognized for up to one third QET.
- Out-of-province and/or unattended plant QET gained under the supervision of an Operating Engineer may be accepted.
- A QET reduction is available to applicants who have completed an accredited training program.
- As defined in the regulation, QET is the period of time during which a certified person performs duties related to the operation and maintenance of the registered plant at their current level. QET is required for an individual to apply for a higher level of certification.
To apply for certification:
Please view the forms for certification here.
To apply for certification, you must submit the completed application for an Ontario Certificate of Qualification as an Operating Engineer or Operator, complete all required exams and pay the appropriate fees.
For more information
Please review the Operating Engineers Alternate Rules Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) on TSSA.org.
If your question is not answered in the FAQs, please contact TSSA customer service via 1-877-682-8772 to speak with a TSSA representative.