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B-28 Supervision of Stationary Energy Storage Systems

About

The B-28 Certificate of Fitness is required for supervision of Stationary Energy Storage Systems. Stationary storage battery systems are commonly used in office buildings and other commercial buildings to provide power for various NON-EMERGENCY uses. The material will present information for accepted standards, requirements and procedures for the design, installation, operation, inspection, maintenance, and decommissioning of outdoor stationary storage battery systems.

This Certificate of Fitness is valid only at a specific location and for the specific person to whom it is issued.

New Application Fees: $25

Renewal Fees: $15

Application Reviewed Within: 1-2 Days

Renewal Cycle: 3 Year

Before You Submit Your Application

You must pass a written exam to get a B-28 Certificate of Fitness. All applicants should review the Notice of Exam and Study Materials.

Get B-28 Notice of Exam and Study Materials (PDF)

Applicants who need to take the exam must apply in person and bring the following documents:

Completed Certificate of Fitness Application Form

Applicants must present a Battery System Training verification letter from the owner/manufacturer/installer of the battery system.

Battery System Training Verification Letter

B-28 Sample of Recommendation Letter

Apply in Person

Applicants who need to take the exam must apply in person at:

FDNY
9 MetroTech Center
Brooklyn, NY 11201

For More Information

For questions, call 311 and ask for the FDNY Customer Service Center or send an email to FDNY.BusinessSupport@fdny.nyc.gov

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