Certificate of Fitness for Torch Use of Flammable Gases (G-60)

The City Fire Department needs you to have a Certificate of Fitness to use a torch with oxygen and a flammable gas. This includes using a torch for torch-applied roofing systems.

This Certificate of Fitness is only for the person who gets it. It can be used anywhere in New York City.

• You need to pass a written exam to get this Certificate of Fitness. Review the Notice of Exam and Study Materials before you apply.
  G-60 Notice of Exam and Study Materials (PDF)

• You must apply in person and bring these documents:

  • A completed Certificate of Fitness Application Form (PDF)
  • A letter of employment. You can use a Sample Employer Recommendation Letter (PDF) or a Sample Self-Employment Letter (PDF)
  • Two forms of ID. One must be a government-issued photo ID, like a driver's license or passport

In-person applications:

• If you pass the exam: You will get your certificate right after you finish the exam.
• If you fail the exam: You will get a failure report. To retake the exam, you need to submit a new application and pay the fee again.

• Stay updated: The New York City Fire Code changes often. You must read and know the latest Study Materials.

• Renewal frequency: You need to renew this certificate every three years.
  
  The NYC Fire Department (FDNY) will send a Renewal Notice 90 days before your certificate expires. This letter includes your certificate number, the expiration date and the renewal fee. You must renew your certificate within 364 days of the expiration date. If your certificate is more than one year past its expiration date, you will need to apply again. FDNY may ask you to take a re-examination when you renew. No certificate will be renewed without the required certification form or a retake of the exam.

• Change of mailing address: To change your mailing address, submit the following in person or by mail to the NYC Fire Department (FDNY), Cashier's Unit, 9 MetroTech Center, Brooklyn, NY 11201:

  • A letter requesting the change of mailing address
  • A copy of your certificate with the old address
  • A personal check or money order for $5.00 made payable to the "Fire Department City of New York"

• Change of work location: 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. If you are self-employed, a letter requesting a change to your work location
  • A copy of your certificate with the old address
  • A personal check or money order for $5.00 made payable to the "Fire Department City of New York"

• Request a replacement certificate: 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 ID (like 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 for $5.00 made payable to the "Fire Department City of New York"

• Go to the Public Certification Unit with your application form and documents. You do not need an appointment.
  
  NYC Fire Department (FDNY)
  Public Certification Unit
  9 MetroTech Center, 1st Floor
  Brooklyn, NY 11201
  Hours: Open Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Closed on public holidays.

• Submit your completed application form and documents.

• Pay the $25 application fee. You can pay by:

  • 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 2 percent fee applies to all credit card payments. The application fee is non-refundable. City employees can request a fee exemption by submitting a copy of their employee ID and a letter from their City agency on official letterhead.

• Take the exam.

• If you pass the exam, you will get your Certificate of Fitness right away. If you fail, you will need to apply again, pay the fee and retake the exam.