School Construction Inspector Information
Certified Inspector and Accepted Assistant Inspector Lists (DSA-certified project, special, and assistant inspectors are listed here)
Description of Project/Inspector Classifications
2008 DSA Inspector Program Schedule Updated January 23, 2008
DSA Inspector Overview Class: Replaces the older DSA Inspector Training Seminars. Further information is available at DSA Academy-Class Schedule and Registration. Classes offered through the DSA Academy are the only classes sanctioned by the DSA.
Inspector-related Interpretations of Regulations (IRs)
Project Inspector Program
Project Inspector Examination Info & Application Package (PDF - 161 KB) Updated for 2008
All inspectors for school projects under the jurisdiction of DSA must pass the DSA Project Inspector Examination to become certified. Once certified, individuals must apply to the DSA regional office for approval for each specific project. Increased funding will be available for school construction due to the passage of Proposition 47. The demand for certified school project inspectors is expected to be high. The 2007 exam package is now available.
- Each of the two exam Parts (Plan Reading and Code) is divided into sections:
- Administrative (in Code Part only)
- Structural
- Architectural
- Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing
- Applicants must obtain a minimum score of 60% in EACH section to pass the exam.
- Exams will be offered quarterly (in March, June, September, and December). There may be additional exams scheduled if demand exists.
Sample Letter of Recommendation (PDF - 58 KB) (For use by Design Professionals: two letters may be used as one option to meet the pre-requisite requirement for the Project Inspector Examination.)
Project Inspector Re-certification Information (PDF - 45 KB) Updated January 18, 2008
DSA Project Inspector Certification is valid for four years. The inspector may renew his/her certification for an additional four year term by meeting the requirements of the Re-Certification Program as described in this document.
Other DSA Inspector Programs
Relocatable Building In-Plant Examination Application (PDF - 32 KB)
The "Relocatable Building In-Plant Inspector" performs continuous, personnel inspection of the in-plant fabrication of relocatable buildings.
See Masonry Special Inspector Information & Examination Application Package for information on the testing and certification procedure for masonry inspectors.
Other special Inspector Information: Tests for all other types of special inspector are administered, by appointment with your DSA field engineer, at your DSA regional office.
See Assistant Inspector Information & Application Package for information on DSA requirements for the qualification, approval and use of any assistant inspector on a public school construction project.
Contact Information
Inspector Testing and Certification Program Manager
Project Inspector Unit
Division of the State Architect – Headquarters
1102 Q Street, Suite 5100
Sacramento, CA 95811
(916) 554-7019
inspector@dgs.ca.gov |
