Certified Electrical Safety Compliance Professional

The NFPA Certified Electrical Safety Compliance Professional (CESCP) certification program is designed to meet the needs of electrical and safety professionals who oversee electrical safety programs or who manage electricians and other personnel exposed to electrical hazards. It is also a useful credential for trainers and instructors, as it proves knowledge and competence in NFPA 70E.

The CESCP certification showcases an individual’s knowledge and proficiency with the practices and concepts found in NFPA 70E, Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace. 

The CESCP certification program consists of a set of eligibility requirements (completed prior to program application), a computer-based examination (with a retest process in the event that you do not pass the exam), and a set of re-certification requirements (based on a points system) that must be completed within a three-year time period following the initial certification.

The goals of this program are to:

• promote electrical safety in workplace environments
• recognize and provide evidence of competence as related to the NFPA 70E Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace, 2021 Edition standard
• promote professional development
• ensure a uniform, fair process for certification that is accessible to everyone who is eligible

Announcements

NFPA is currently transitioning to a new Certification Management System to offer you an improved user experience and even greater control over your personal certification journey. Currently, only new applications and retest applications are being processed on this system. We have a separate interim process for recertifications. We apologize for any inconvenience. Updates will be posted here, so check back frequently. Thank you for your patience during this change.

How to apply                                       

1. Download the candidate handbook (PDF), familiarize yourself with the program, and determine if you are eligible
2. Ensure you are signed in to your NFPA.org profile. If you are not, you will not be able to access the application portal.
3. Enter the application portal via the Apply now button below
4. Once in the application portal, follow the prompts to complete the application, upload any required documentation, and pay.
5. Upon completion of your application and processing of your payment, you will receive an email with your eligibility number, and instructions on how to schedule your exam.

How to retest

If you originally applied before 5/16/22, click the “retest” button below, and follow the directions on the downloadable PDF. If you originally applied on or after 5/18/22, sign in to your nfpa.org profile and complete the retest application in the new certification management system.

How to recertify

Download the 3-year recertification form (PDF), and follow the instructions.

Program fees

• Initial application/exam - $399 
• Retest exam - $199
• Recertification - $180

Program benefits

Certification by NFPA; International recognition; CESCP certificate

Exam information

Change the wording under “Exam Information” to say: NFPA exams are available at hundreds of Prometric brick and mortar test centers around the world or in a remotely proctored environment that you can access on a personal or work computer through Prometric’s ProProctor application. To locate a test center near you, or for details on the remote proctored testing option visit www.prometric.com/nfpacert.

The CESCP certification exam is a three hour, open-book, multiple-choice exam based on the 2021 Edition of NFPA 70E, Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace. 

IMPORTANT NOTE REGARDING DESIGNATION AS A QUALIFIED PERSON

Per NFPA 70E Section 110.6, designation as a Qualified Person involves factors such as training on equipment and work methods that can be specific to a work site, job function, or employer. Therefore, earning the CESCP credential alone does not make the certificant a Qualified Person. It is the responsibility of an employer or governmental agency having jurisdiction to outline the specific requirements necessary to become a Qualified Person for any given job or site. Employers and others may include this certification as one part of the requirements to become a Qualified Person. 

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