Connecticut Boiler Maker Contractor (BM-1) Books Allowed into Exam Package

Prepare for the Connecticut Boiler Maker Contractor (BM-1) examination with a coordinated package containing the seven technical references permitted in the examination room. This package is designed for experienced boilermakers, welders, pipe welders, fabricators, power-industry professionals, supervisors, and qualified applicants who need the authorized books for open-book testing.

The Connecticut BM-1 examination evaluates knowledge of welding, pipe fabrication, boiler design, quality control, rigging, pressure and non-pressure components, and construction safety. Candidates must combine practical field experience with the ability to locate technical information quickly across several specialized references.

This package includes Modern Welding, 2013, Code of Federal Regulations – 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA), Pipe Welding Procedures, 2003, Welding Technology Fundamentals, 5th Edition, Welding Print Reading, 8th Edition, Oxyfuel Gas Welding, 8th Edition, and Arc Welding, 7th Edition. The included copy of Arc Welding, 7th Edition is used.

These books support preparation involving welding processes, equipment, electrodes, pipe-joint preparation, welding positions, fabrication drawings, welding symbols, oxyfuel systems, arc-welding techniques, workplace safety, inspection, and related industry practices. Each reference serves a different role, making familiarity with the entire package important before test day.

The product title identifies this as a Books Allowed into Exam Package. The listed books are intended for use during the BM-1 open-book trade examination, subject to the current testing provider’s rules for approved editions, permanent tabs, annotations, loose materials, and book condition.

This package contains standard books. Highlighting and tabbing, online course access, Application Service, examination registration, government fees, business-exam materials, book rental, and professional licensing approval are not identified as included.

Exam Details

The Connecticut BM-1 Boiler Maker Contractor credential is a contractor-level Power Industry license. The trade examination measures knowledge associated with boiler making, welding, fabrication, rigging, pressure components, quality practices, and safety.

The BM-1 trade examination contains 40 questions. Candidates receive 90 minutes to complete the test and must earn a minimum score of 70 percent.

The published examination outline includes:

• Welding: 10 questions
• Pipe Fabrication: 4 questions
• Boiler Design: 5 questions
• Quality Control: 3 questions
• Rigging: 6 questions
• Pressure and Non-Pressure Components: 8 questions
• Safety: 4 questions

Welding is the largest individual category. Preparation should include process selection, equipment setup, electrodes, current, polarity, welding positions, joint preparation, bead placement, travel speed, arc length, distortion, discontinuities, inspection, and safe operating procedures.

Candidates should understand the differences among arc-welding and oxyfuel processes. They should be able to recognize common joint types, groove preparations, weld positions, electrode classifications, equipment components, and operating conditions that affect weld quality.

Pipe-fabrication questions may involve pipe measurement, fittings, offsets, alignment, fit-up, joint preparation, layout, welding positions, and fabrication procedures. Proper preparation affects system alignment, weld penetration, distortion control, and the quality of the completed assembly.

Boiler-design preparation may involve drums, tubes, headers, furnaces, pressure parts, supports, combustion areas, and heat-transfer surfaces. Candidates should understand the function of major boiler components and recognize how the components work together within a power-industry system.

Quality-control questions may address welding procedures, inspections, material identification, documentation, defect recognition, testing, repair practices, and verification of completed work. Quality control begins before welding and continues through fabrication, erection, inspection, and final acceptance.

Rigging questions may involve sling selection, hitches, hardware, lifting devices, load weight, center of gravity, load control, hand signals, inspection, and safe lifting practices. Boilermaker work frequently involves heavy or irregular components, making planning and communication essential.

Pressure and non-pressure component questions may cover boiler drums, tubes, headers, piping, tanks, supports, structural members, casings, ductwork, access components, and related equipment. Candidates should distinguish components that retain pressure from those that support, enclose, connect, or provide access to equipment.

Safety questions may involve personal protective equipment, fall protection, scaffolds, ladders, welding and cutting, cranes, rigging, material handling, electrical hazards, fire prevention, housekeeping, and other construction-site requirements.

Open Book Test

The Connecticut Boiler Maker Contractor (BM-1) trade examination is an open-book test. Candidates are responsible for bringing their own approved references to the examination center.

An open-book format does not eliminate the need for detailed preparation. Candidates have 90 minutes to complete 40 questions, leaving limited time for searching through multiple unfamiliar books. Effective preparation requires both trade knowledge and a reliable method for selecting and navigating the correct reference.

Reference materials may be highlighted, underlined, annotated, or indexed before the examination. Permanent tabs are permitted. Temporary tabs, including removable or repositionable notes, are not allowed.

Candidates may not write in the books during the examination. Loose papers and unauthorized materials may not be attached to or carried with the approved references. Questions and answers written into the books must be removed before entering the testing room.

A silent, nonprinting, non-programmable calculator may be used during the examination. The calculator may not have paper-tape printing capability or an alphabetic keyboard.

Develop a repeatable search process before test day. Begin by identifying the principal subject of the question. Select the book most likely to contain the answer, use the index or table of contents, and read the complete applicable section.

For welding-process questions, determine whether the subject involves general welding principles, arc welding, oxyfuel welding, pipe welding, or print interpretation. Selecting the most focused reference first can reduce unnecessary searching.

For safety questions, begin with the OSHA construction regulations. Identify the applicable subject, locate the correct subpart or section, and review the complete requirement before choosing an answer.

Practice under timed conditions using only the books in this package. Answer familiar questions first, mark longer searches, and return to them after completing the remaining items. This approach can help protect time for questions requiring detailed reference work.

Licensing Steps

The Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection determines eligibility for occupational trade examinations and professional licensing. PSI administers the examination after the state approves the applicant.

1. Confirm the license classification. Review the BM-1 Boiler Maker Contractor Power Industry license and determine whether it matches the work you intend to supervise or perform.
2. Complete the Connecticut application. Submit the occupational licensing application and the information requested by the Department of Consumer Protection.
3. Document your qualifications. Provide the employment, experience, training, education, journeyperson licensing, or equivalent qualification records required for review.
4. Obtain third-party verification. Employers, supervisors, training providers, or licensing agencies may need to verify information included with the application.
5. Receive examination eligibility. Connecticut reviews the application and determines whether the applicant is eligible to register for testing.
6. Register with PSI. After approval, create or access the testing account, pay the applicable examination charges, and schedule the required portions.
7. Prepare for the BM-1 trade examination. Study the published content areas and practice navigating the books allowed into the examination.
8. Prepare for the contractor business examination. Contractor applicants must satisfy both the applicable trade examination and business examination requirements unless a qualifying recent business-exam result applies.
9. Take the required examinations. Bring acceptable identification, authorized books, and a permitted calculator while following all testing-center procedures.
10. Complete the licensing process. Submit passing examination results, licensing charges, and any remaining documents required by Connecticut.

Contractor applicants should recognize that the trade and business portions are separate examination requirements. Passing the BM-1 trade test does not replace the business examination when both portions are required.

This books-allowed package does not include Application Service, state application preparation, examination scheduling, examination fees, business-exam books, license fees, or professional licensing approval.

State Requirements

Connecticut regulates occupational trade licenses through the Department of Consumer Protection. The department determines whether an applicant’s experience, education, training, prior licensing, and supporting records satisfy the requirements for examination eligibility.

The BM-1 credential is a contractor-level license. Applicants should be prepared to demonstrate the experience and qualifications required for contractor-level responsibility within the authorized power-industry scope.

Applicants relying on equivalent experience, training, or an out-of-state license must provide sufficient documentation for Connecticut to evaluate their background. Prior employment or licensing in another jurisdiction does not automatically establish eligibility.

PSI administers the examination but does not determine whether the candidate qualifies for the license. Examination registration begins after Connecticut approves the application and establishes eligibility.

Contractor candidates generally must pass both the applicable trade examination and the contractor business examination. A previously passed contractor business portion may remain valid for the period established in the current candidate instructions.

After passing the required examination portions, the applicant must complete the remaining licensing steps and submit the applicable charges. A passing score alone does not authorize the candidate to perform contracting work.

A professional license is separate from business registrations and other operating requirements. A company may also need entity registration, tax accounts, insurance, permits, or other Connecticut credentials depending on its organization and services.

Reference Books

• Modern Welding, 2013
  This comprehensive welding reference supports review of welding processes, equipment, electrodes, metals, joints, positions, cutting, inspection, safety, and practical shop procedures.
• Code of Federal Regulations – 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA)
  This construction-safety reference covers workplace requirements involving personal protective equipment, fall protection, scaffolds, ladders, welding, cutting, cranes, rigging, material handling, fire prevention, electrical hazards, and other jobsite conditions.
• Pipe Welding Procedures, 2003
  This technical reference supports review of pipe-joint preparation, alignment, fit-up, welding positions, electrode manipulation, root passes, fill passes, cap passes, and procedures used to produce sound pipe welds.
• Welding Technology Fundamentals, 5th Edition
  This book supports study of welding theory, equipment, processes, materials, joint design, inspection, safety, and fundamental fabrication techniques.
• Welding Print Reading, 8th Edition
  This reference supports interpretation of welding symbols, views, sections, dimensions, notes, joint details, and fabrication drawings used to communicate welding requirements.
• Oxyfuel Gas Welding, 8th Edition
  This book covers oxyfuel gases, regulators, torches, flame adjustment, welding techniques, brazing, cutting, equipment maintenance, and safe operating practices.
• Arc Welding, 7th Edition – Used
  This used reference supports preparation involving arc-welding machines, electrodes, settings, polarity, joints, positions, bead techniques, weld quality, defect prevention, and safety.

Exam Room Approved Books

• Modern Welding, 2013
  Allowed for welding processes, equipment, electrodes, joints, metals, inspection, cutting, and safety topics.
• Code of Federal Regulations – 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA)
  Allowed for federal construction-safety requirements. The reference should include the latest available amendments.
• Pipe Welding Procedures, 2003
  Allowed for pipe preparation, welding positions, joint alignment, technique, and procedure questions.
• Welding Technology Fundamentals, 5th Edition
  Allowed for welding principles, equipment, materials, processes, inspection, and safety.
• Welding Print Reading, 8th Edition
  Allowed for welding symbols, drawings, dimensions, notes, views, and fabrication-print interpretation.
• Oxyfuel Gas Welding, 8th Edition
  Allowed for oxyfuel equipment, gas systems, flame adjustment, welding, cutting, and safety.
• Arc Welding, 7th Edition – Used
  Allowed for arc-welding equipment, electrodes, machine settings, positions, techniques, and defect prevention.

Except for code references, the Connecticut examination bulletin permits candidates to base answers on later editions as they become available. The OSHA reference should contain the latest available amendments. Candidates should still compare their books with the current PSI bulletin before the scheduled examination.

Test Information and Study Materials

Create a study schedule based on the number of questions in each content area. Welding, pressure and non-pressure components, and rigging represent a substantial portion of the examination and should receive significant study time.

Practice identifying which book is most useful for each question type. Use Modern Welding and Welding Technology Fundamentals for broad process knowledge, Pipe Welding Procedures for pipe-specific techniques, and Welding Print Reading for symbols and fabrication drawings.

Use Oxyfuel Gas Welding for torch equipment, flame adjustment, cutting, brazing, and oxyfuel safety. Use Arc Welding for machine setup, electrodes, polarity, welding positions, bead control, and common arc-welding problems.

Review OSHA requirements by subject instead of reading the regulations from beginning to end. Focus on provisions related to welding, cutting, fall protection, scaffolds, ladders, cranes, rigging, material handling, personal protective equipment, electrical hazards, and fire prevention.

Complete timed practice sessions using the same references you plan to take into the examination. Practice identifying keywords, selecting the correct book, locating the applicable section, and returning to unanswered questions without losing your place.

How 1 Exam Prep Helps You Reach Your Goal

1 Exam Prep helps Connecticut BM-1 candidates organize the authorized reference materials needed for open-book examination preparation. This package brings all seven listed exam-room books together so candidates can build a focused technical library without locating each title separately.

The references support trade-focused review of welding, pipe fabrication, welding symbols, boiler-related components, quality control, rigging, pressure and non-pressure equipment, and construction safety.

A structured study process can make a multi-book examination easier to manage. Review one content area at a time, identify the most relevant reference, locate supporting information, complete practice questions, and return to the books to understand missed answers.

Reference-navigation practice is especially important for a 90-minute examination. Candidates who understand the role and organization of each book can spend less time deciding where to search and more time interpreting the question.

This package does not guarantee a passing score, examination eligibility, state approval, or license issuance. Results depend on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, technical knowledge, preparation, reference familiarity, and examination performance.

FAQ Section

Which books are included in this package?

The package includes Modern Welding, 2013, 29 CFR Part 1926, Pipe Welding Procedures, 2003, Welding Technology Fundamentals, 5th Edition, Welding Print Reading, 8th Edition, Oxyfuel Gas Welding, 8th Edition, and Arc Welding, 7th Edition.

Are all included books allowed into the BM-1 trade exam?

Yes. The package contains the seven references identified for use in the Connecticut BM-1 open-book trade examination, subject to the current PSI testing rules.

Is the Arc Welding book new?

No. The included Arc Welding, 7th Edition book is used.

Is the BM-1 examination open book?

Yes. The Connecticut BM-1 Boiler Maker Contractor trade examination is open book.

How many questions are on the trade examination?

The examination contains 40 questions and allows 90 minutes for completion.

What score is required to pass?

A minimum score of 70 percent is required.

Can the books be highlighted and tabbed?

The references may be highlighted, underlined, annotated, or indexed before the examination. Permanent tabs are permitted, but temporary tabs are not allowed.

Are these books already highlighted and tabbed?

No highlighting or tabbing service is identified as included with this standard books-allowed package.

Can I write in the books during the examination?

No. Candidates may not write in their references during the examination.

Does this package include the contractor business-exam book?

No. This package contains the references allowed into the BM-1 trade examination. Business-exam materials are not identified as included.

Does this package include Application Service?

No. Application Service is not included. Candidates are responsible for completing the Connecticut application and submitting the required qualification records.

Are state and examination fees included?

No. Application fees, PSI examination charges, licensing fees, and other third-party costs are not included.

Does purchasing the books guarantee examination approval?

No. Connecticut determines eligibility based on the applicant’s qualifications, experience, training, and supporting documentation.

Does passing the trade exam automatically issue the license?

No. Contractor applicants must satisfy all applicable trade-exam, business-exam, application, documentation, and licensing requirements before the BM-1 license can be issued.