Certificate of Fitness for Low Pressure Oil Burner Operator (P-99)

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You need a Certificate of Fitness (CoF) to supervise an oil burner that is not fully automatic or needs preheating. The certificate holder must be in the building when the burner is on.

If your building's boiler is fully automatic and does not use No. 6 fuel oil, you do not need the P-99 Certificate of Fitness. This certificate is valid only for a specific location and person.

$25

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$15

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You can get this Certificate of Fitness by: passing a written test or qualifying for an exemption based on your education and experience. Review the Notice of Exam and Study Materials.
P-99 Notice of Exam and Study Materials (PDF)
If you need to take the test, apply in person and bring these documents:
- A completed Certificate of Fitness Application Form (PDF)
- A letter of employment
  Sample Employer Recommendation Letter (PDF)
  Sample Self-Employment Letter (PDF)
- Two forms of ID. One must be a government-issued photo ID, like a driver's license or passport.
If you qualify for the exemption, review the P-99 Alternative Issuance Procedure Information (PDF). Apply by mail and provide these documents:
- A completed Certificate of Fitness Application Form (PDF)
- A completed Applicant Affirmation Form (PDF). Individual applicants must have this form notarized.
- A copy of your diploma or license file.
- If required, a notarized statement confirming you have two years of post-baccalaureate experience.
- A recent ID photo (2x2 color head shot) in JPG or JPEG format. Email your photo to pubcert@fdny.nyc.gov.

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By mail applications:

If your application meets all New York City Fire Department (FDNY) rules, you will get your certificate in the mail within five business days.
If FDNY has questions about your application, they will contact you within five business days. If you do not respond within 10 days, your application will be terminated. You will need to send a new application and pay the fee again to reapply.

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 after you finish the exam. You will need to send a new application and pay the fee again to retake the exam.

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Read the latest Study Materials: The New York City Fire Code changes often. You must read and know the latest Study Materials.
Renew your certificate every three years:

The New York City Fire Department (FDNY) will send you a Renewal Notice 90 days before your certificate expires. This letter includes your certificate number, expiration date and 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 for a new one. 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 your mailing address: Submit the following in person or by mail to the 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 your work location: Submit the following in person or by mail to 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, or if 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: Submit the following in person or by mail to the 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"

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Gather electronic copies of your supporting documents.

Pay the $25 application fee online using one of these methods:

Credit card (American Express, Discover, Mastercard or Visa)
Debit card (Mastercard or Visa)
E-check

A convenience fee of 2 percent will be applied to all credit card payments. The application fee is non-refundable. City employees may request a fee exemption if they upload 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.

To submit an application, click on the Apply Online button. You must be authorized by the company to act as a Designated Coordinator, and the company must be approved by FDNY. To request approval, email pubcert@fdny.nyc.gov.

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Arrive at the Public Certification Unit ready to submit your application form and supporting documents, pay the application fee, and take the test. An appointment is not required.

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 supporting documents.

Pay the $25 application fee by one of these 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 percent 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.

Take the test.

If you pass the test, your Certificate of Fitness will be issued immediately. If you fail the test, you will need to submit a new application, pay the application fee again and retake the test.

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Complete the application form and gather copies of your supporting documents.

Pay the $25 application fee by one of these 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)

The application 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.

Mail your application form, supporting documents, and fee payment to:

NYC Fire Department (FDNY)
Cashier’s Unit
9 MetroTech Center, 1st Floor
Brooklyn, NY 11201

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Ensure you have your Certificate of Fitness Access ID: If you are an individual, make sure you have your 12-digit Certificate of Fitness Access ID. This can be found on your Renewal Notice. If you do not have your Renewal Notice, your Access ID is your eight-digit Certificate of Fitness number and the last four digits of your Social Security number. If you are submitting renewals for a company’s employees, the company must be approved by FDNY and have an eight-digit Company Code. To request approval, email pubrenew@fdny.nyc.gov.

Pay the $25 application fee online:

Credit card (American Express, Discover, Mastercard or Visa)
Debit card (Mastercard or Visa)
E-check

A convenience fee of 2.49 percent will be applied to all credit card payments. The application fee is non-refundable. City employees may request a fee exemption if they upload 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.

Certificate mailing: If all the requirements are met, a certificate will be mailed out within 10 days.

Renew your certificate: Click on the Renew Online button. If you are an individual, you can only renew your own certificate.

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Pay the $15 renewal fee:

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 percent 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.

Submit your documents: Submit your Renewal Notice (or if you did not receive a Renewal Notice, a copy of your certificate), and if applicable, your fee payment and supporting documents to:

NYC Fire Department (FDNY)
Cashier’s 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.

Certificate issuance: If all the requirements are met, a certificate will be issued immediately.

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Pay the $15 renewal fee:

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.

Mail your documents: Mail your Renewal Notice (or if you did not receive a Renewal Notice, a copy of your certificate), and if applicable, your fee payment and supporting documents to:

NYC Fire Department (FDNY)
Cashier’s Unit
9 MetroTech Center, 1st Floor
Brooklyn, NY 11201

Certificate mailing: If all the requirements are met, a certificate will be mailed out within four to six weeks.

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New York City Fire Code