Certificate of Qualification for Refrigerating System Operating Engineer (Q-01)
Any refrigerating system requiring FDNY permit must be under supervision of a Certificate of Qualification (Q-01 Refrigerating System Operating Engineer) holder while the system is in operation. This Certificate of Qualification is premises related.
The refrigerating system may require to be under personal or general supervision, as set forth in the FC Table 606.1.1
- If personal supervision is required:
- A Q-01 holder must be PRESENT IN THE BUILDING at all times while the refrigerating system is in operation and that the operation of such system is under his or her personal direction and control. On the flip side, if the refrigerating system is shut down, no Q-01 holder is required to be in the building.
- A Q-01 holder cannot provide personal supervision, at the same time, for refrigerating systems that are in operation in more than one building. On the flip side, an Q-01 holder can provide personal supervision for the operation of more than one system at the same time provided the systems are all installed IN THE SAME BUILDING.
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If general supervision is required:
- A Q-01 holder is not required to be present in the building while the refrigerating system is in operation. However, the Q-01 holder is still responsible at all time to ensure the safe operation of the system and that such system is operated under his/her general direction and control.
- Additional Work Location(s):
- Any Certificate of Qualification holder seeking to register more than one work location must provide additional documents listed in the Notice of Exam from all the employer(s) for each work location. $60 application fee will be charged for the additional Certificate of Qualification card.
This Certificate of Qualification can only be obtained by passing both a written and practical exam. All applicants should review the Notice of Exam.
To take the written exam, applicants must apply in person and bring the following documents:
- Proof that you have successfully completed a 200 hour course for Refrigerating System Operating Engineers from a FDNY certified school or a letter of employment to verify at least one year of practical experience working with a refrigerating system. CERTIFIED SCHOOLS FOR REFRIGERATION(PDF)
- A completed CERTIFICATE OF FITNESS APPLICATION FORM (PDF).
- A completed and signed Z-51 APPLICATION FORM (PDF).
- A Universal Technician Certificate.
- A High School diploma or GED.
- Two forms of identification, at least one must be a government-issued photo identification, such as a driver's license or a passport.
To take the practical exam, applicants must have:
- Passed the written exam and obtained a temporary Z-52 letter from FDNY.
- Paid the $225 practical exam fee.
- Scheduled an appointment for the practical exam.
After the written exam:
- Applicants who pass the written exam will receive a temporary Z-52 letter immediately after completing the exam. To schedule an appointment for the practical exam, present this letter and pay the $225 practical exam fee in person.
- Applicants who fail the written exam will receive a failure report after completing the exam. To retake the written exam, applicants will need to schedule an appointment online and pay the application fee again.
After the practical exam:
- Applicants who pass the practical exam will receive their certificate immediately after completing the exam.
- Applicants who fail the practical exam will have a failure report immediately after completing the exam. To retake the practical exam, applicants will need to schedule an appointment in person and pay the fee again. Applicants will be permitted to take the practical exam up to three times. After the three attempts applicants will need to retake the written exam.
To change your work location, submit the following in person or by mail to NYC Fire Department (FDNY), Cashier’s Unit, 9 MetroTech Center, Brooklyn, NY 11201:
- A letter from your current employer (on company letterhead) confirming that you are an employee and stating your new work location.
- A copy of a permit issued by Fire Department for refrigeration equipment for the new location.
- A copy of your certificate with the old address.
- A personal check or money order in the amount of $5.00 made payable to the "Fire Department City of New York."
To request a replacement certificate, submit the following in person or by mail to the NYC Fire Department (FDNY), Cashier’s Unit, 9 MetroTech Center, Brooklyn, NY 11201:
- A government-issued photo identification (such as a Driver’s License or Passport). The name on the ID must match the name on the certificate.
- Your social security number.
- Your mailing address.
- A personal check or money order in the amount of $5.00 made payable to the "Fire Department City of New York."
Applicants are required to schedule an appointment to take this exam.
Pay the $60 application fee by one of the following methods:
- Cash
- Credit card (American Express, Discover, MasterCard, or Visa)
- Debit card (MasterCard or Visa)
- Personal or company check (made payable to the New York City Fire Department)
- Money order (made payable to the New York City Fire Department)
A convenience fee of 2.49% will be applied to all credit card payments. The application fee is non-refundable. City employees may request a fee exemption if they submit a copy of their employee ID and a letter from their city agency on official letterhead to confirm that they are a current employee and that the Certificate of Fitness will be used as part of their work-related responsibilities.
Pay the $15 renewal fee online by one of the following methods:
- Credit card (American Express, Discover, MasterCard, or Visa)
- Debit card (MasterCard or Visa)
- E-Check
Renewals submitted 90 days (up to one year) after the expiration date will incur a $25 penalty in addition to the renewal fee. A convenience fee of 2.49% will be applied to all credit card payments. The renewal fee is non-refundable. You cannot request a fee exemption if you renew online.
Pay the $15 renewal fee by one of the following methods:
- Cash
- Credit card (American Express, Discover, MasterCard, or Visa)
- Debit card (MasterCard or Visa)
- Personal or company check (made payable to the New York City Fire Department)
- Money order (made payable to the New York City Fire Department)
Renewals submitted 90 days (up to one year) after the expiration date will incur a $25 penalty in addition to the renewal fee. A convenience fee of 2.49% will be applied to all credit card payments. The renewal fee is non-refundable. City employees may request a fee exemption if they submit a copy of their employee ID and a letter from their city agency on official letterhead to confirm that they are a current employee and that the Certificate of Fitness will be used as part of their work-related responsibilities.
Open Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 2:30 pm. Closed on public holidays.
Pay the $15 renewal fee by one of the following methods:
- Personal or company check (made payable to the New York City Fire Department)
- Money order (made payable to the New York City Fire Department)
Renewals submitted 90 days (up to one year) after the expiration date will incur a $25 penalty in addition to the renewal fee. The renewal fee is non-refundable. City employees may request a fee exemption if they mail a copy of their employee ID and a letter from their city agency on official letterhead to confirm that they are a current employee and that the Certificate of Fitness will be used as part of their work-related responsibilities.
Open Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 2:30 pm. Closed on public holidays.
