civil engineering exam for insurance purposes
civil engineering exam for insurance purposes
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has anyone out there heard of an exam that starting engineerings (just of out college) has to take for their employer/company? i'm not talking about the FE, or EIT.
it has something to do with insurance purposes, or it has something to do with the employer/company being able to receive some type of credit.
just wondering because i was approached by my "office manager" about it.
thanks in advance
it has something to do with insurance purposes, or it has something to do with the employer/company being able to receive some type of credit.
just wondering because i was approached by my "office manager" about it.
thanks in advance





RE: civil engineering exam for insurance purposes
Ask the manager, "Why?" - and report the answer in this thread. I have to admit that I'm curious...
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RE: civil engineering exam for insurance purposes
Our firm does both of these on an routine basis in order to obtain a cheaper liability coverage. The benefit is that you will learn something about risk management when preparing contracts, selecting clientele, or preparing plans and specifications. Plus you typically can receive PDH's if your state requires them.
I have not found this to be a bad thing as of yet. It might be a little aggravating having to do this when you are busy; but, it can pay off in the long run.
Just my 2 cents.
RE: civil engineering exam for insurance purposes
yes, both of you pretty much hit it on the head! our company's insurance (DPIC) has a professional liability education program that all engineers are required to take in order to be insured.
in addition to being aware of the current business practices, risks, liabilities, etc., taking this exam does qualify our company with some credit towards an insurance discount.
when i actually take the exam, i'll let you know more about it.
thanks again!
RE: civil engineering exam for insurance purposes
It was not uncommon for our corporate lawer to disagree with the "correct" answer.