NGV Essentials and Safety Practices
Tuesday, March 5, 2024 – 10 AM to 6PM
CNG Fuel System Inspector Training
Wednesday, March 6, 2024 – 8:30 AM to 4PM
Thursday, March 7, 2024 – 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
CNG Fuel System Inspector Certification
Friday, March 8, 2024 – 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM*
*The exam will begin at 8:30 AM, and attendees may leave upon completion.
CNG Fuel System Inspector Training
The CNG Fuel System Inspector Training is a two-day course intended to fully prepare your technicians to become qualified Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) Fuel System Inspectors as recommended by FMVSS and NGV2. The Course teaches attendees the proper techniques for inspecting the entire on-board CNG fuel system, including fuel storage cylinders. The Course also provides instruction on satisfying the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration requirement that all on-board vehicle CNG fuel storage cylinders be visually inspected every three years or 36,000 miles, whichever comes first, and after any vehicle accident or fire. In short, your technicians will learn the proper methods to use to ensure vehicle fuel system safety and integrity.
The learning objectives for this course include:
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Describe the properties and characteristics of natural gas
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Identify the four types of CNG cylinders, their construction methods, certification requirements, current and past manufacturers
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Identify the causes of cylinder failure
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Identify all codes and standards that apply to CNG cylinders and other fuel system components
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Identify all CNG high-pressure components, and their purpose
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Identify and assess CNG cylinder and fuel system installations
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Interpret all information from a CNG cylinder label
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Describe the steps and methods to safely perform a CNG fuel system inspection in conformance with established standards
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Describe the final disposition process for CNG cylinders and fuel system components
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Describe the defueling options for CNG powered vehicles
CNG Fuel System Inspector Certification
NGVi’s CNG Fuel System Inspector Certification provides an independent assessment of the knowledge and application of skills necessary for technicians to competently conduct a CNG fuel system inspection according to all applicable codes and standards, and industry best practices. Certification designates that participants have sufficiently demonstrated the work-related knowledge, skills and competencies required to perform the tasks of a CNG fuel system inspector.
This NGVi CNG Fuel System Inspector Certification exam consists of 60 multiple choice questions and participants will have 3 hours to complete the exam. A minimum score of 80% is required to obtain certification. Certification is valid for 5 years from the date of issue.
Client will receive notification of test results within 2 weeks of the exam date. Participants who successfully pass the exam will be mailed an official ID card and certificate. Participants who do not pass the exam will be allowed one complimentary re-take. The options for re-take include:
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Registering to participate in a scheduled live testing session in our headquarters in Las Vegas;
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Registering to participate in a scheduled live testing session in any of our public training venues; or
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Registering for our online exam.
Please note that the entire testing process will be video recorded and participants will be expected to:
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Present photo identification to verify identity prior to the start of the exam;
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Remain silent during the exam;
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Remain in the testing room until the exam has been turned in;
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Forego use of electronic devices; and
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Bring no study materials into the testing room.
If any of these requirements are not followed, the individual’s exam will be declared invalid; participant will fail, and will not be eligible for the complimentary re-take. Refunds will not be made for failure to follow the testing procedure.
Please be aware that the exam will include questions relating to all applicable national codes, standards and industry best practices. Though not mandatory, NGVi suggests that students obtain copies of NFPA 52 (2016 and 2013), as well as CGA C-6.4, in order to thoroughly prepare for the exam.
Cost for PPTA Members*: $190 per person.
*Note: course only available for PPTA members
PPTA cancellation policy applies.
Parking: There's parking available at the Indiana County Transit Authority.
Lodging: PennTRAIN has secured a block of rooms at the Hilton Garden Inn, located at 714 Pratt Drive, Indiana, PA 15701 for the dates of March 4-8 at the rate of $129/night plus taxes and fees. Click here to book online or call the hotel directly at 724-349-222 ex. 0, or book with the Hilton Honors App. If you book online, you can enter the code PPTA 24 into "special rates > group codes."
Room block rate deadline: EOD on Sunday, February 11, 2024
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and breaks will be provided on March 5-7, and breakfast will be provided on the last day, but lunch will be on your own. You will be responsible for dinner each night. Please inform us of any dietary restrictions at least one week in advance.
Attire: Casual. Parts of the training will be held in a classroom, and other parts in the maintenance shop. Please dress accordingly. Because it can be a challenge to keep the meeting room at a temperature that accommodates everyone, we recommend bringing a sweater or jacket to stay comfortable.
Indiana County Transit Authority located at:
1657 Saltsburg Ave, Indiana, PA 15701
