Application Process
Identification
Division Leadership (Division Managers, Project Managers, Superintendents, Safety Professionals) identify an Ace Employee they recommend for QEW.
Training
QEW Candidate either provides documentation for the required courses or signs up and completes the required courses. (OSHA 10/30, CPR, LOTO, NFPA 70E) Ace University can assist the QEW Candidate in obtaining the training.
After the Division Leadership verifies ALL training is complete, the Ace QEW Application must be completed and submitted with required signatures.
Application Review
Submitted applications are reviewed and verified by Ace University. The QEW Applicant and Division Leadership will be notified if any additional information is required. Approved QEW Candidate will be signed up for the next AU QEW Skills and Knowledge Course
QEW Candidate attends the one-day AU QEW Skills and Knowledge Course at Ace University. The QEW Candidate will complete a written exam, interview, and skills test to verify he/she is qualified to work on "hot work".
Executive Signature
QEW candidates that pass all three portions of the Skills and Knowledge Course will have their application submitted for executive signature.
Certification Issued
AU Administration will complete certification paperwork, framed certificate, wallet cards, etc.