Fire Inspector

1. Complete prerequisites

• First Responder Inspector Certification – Candidates MUST be trained or certified (as a minimum requirement) at the First Responder Inspector level in accordance with the NFPA 1030 (2024 ed)
• Hazardous Materials Operations Training or Certification
  Must show proof of a completed hazardous materials operations training or certificate within one year of the date of applying.

See the Fire Inspector candidate handbook (PDF) for details about which certifications and training courses are accepted. Prerequisites are listed on Pages 3 to 4.

2. Fill out an application

First, you will need a FEMA Student Identification Number to apply. Find your FEMA student ID or register for one. 

Next, download, digitally complete, and save the Fire Inspector application (PDF).

3. Select when and where you will take your tests

This map above has available testing sites.

Log into the Learning Management System portal to search and register for upcoming certification dates.

Can’t find what you need? Your preferred testing site may add more dates throughout the year. Contact them for more information.

4. Send completed application

Applications must be submitted to your preferred testing site by the deadline they have listed, or by three weeks before the test date.

5. Take written and skills tests

After you have an approved application, your written and skills tests will be on the dates and locations listed by your testing site. Contact them with questions or for assistance.

Once you pass both tests, you will be certified as a Fire Inspector. Congratulations!