Test Engineers for Structural Analysis: Recognition
A test engineer for stability is a person who is recognized as such by the competent authority. Other persons may not use this designation. In order to be recognized as a test engineer for stability, the applicant must undergo a comprehensive examination of his/her knowledge and skills.
The recognition of a test engineer for stability takes place for one or more of the following disciplines:
- Solid construction
- Metal
- Wood construction
Who should I contact?
The responsibility lies with the Lower Saxony Ministry for the Environment, Energy, Building and Climate Protection.
This procedure can also be handled by a "Point of Single Contact". The "Point of Single Contact" is a special service offered by the municipalities and the state for service providers.
Requirements
In order to be admitted to this examination, the following conditions must be met:
- At least 10 years of experience in the preparation of stability certificates
- at least 1 year of experience in technical construction management and site supervision
- at least 2 years of self-reliant (i.e. self-employed) work as a structural engineer
or
- Work as a full-time university lecturer (professor)
In addition, it must be proven that construction projects of a high degree of difficulty have already been processed.
Which documents are required?
No documents are required.
What are the fees?
Fees are charged in accordance with § 1 paragraph 1 in conjunction with Annex 1 No. 10.1 of the Lower Saxony Building Fee Regulations (BauGO).
§ 1 paragraph 1 of the Building Fee Regulations (BauGO)
Appendix 1 No. 10.4 Schedule of Fees to the Construction Fee Regulations (BauGO)
What deadlines do I have to pay attention to?
Deadlines may have to be observed. Please contact the competent authority.
Processing duration
Processing Time: 3 MonthsSection 4 (2) of the Structural Inspection Ordinance (BauPrüfVO)
Legal basis
§ 3 Structural Inspection Ordinance (BauPrüfVO)
§ 1 para. 1 in conjunction with Nos. 11.3 and 11.4 Annex 1 BauGO
What else should I know?
An advisory board formed by the competent authority decides on the professional suitability of the applicant by means of a written expert opinion.
There is no legal entitlement to recognition. Recognition does not give rise to a claim to the issuance of test orders.
Supporting institutions
Advisory Board of the competent authority
Technically approved by
Lower Saxony Ministry of Social Affairs, Health and Equality
Author
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