The Boiler and Pressure Vessel Program issues licenses, permits and certificates for:
- Oil Burner Technician and Apprentice
- Fireman or Engineer (for boilers)
- Nuclear Power Plant Operator
- Steam Plant Operator
State of Emergency
Governor Baker has signed an emergency order that extends the expiration date of licenses and certificates of registrations to business and certain professional licenses for individuals (issued by the Department of Fire Services), that expire during the state of emergency. They must have been in good standing on March 18, 2020. The extension is for 90 days after the Governor lifts the state of emergency.
The Department of Fire Services (DFS) has issued guidance for individuals and businesses that goes into more detail.
We continue to process licenses, certificates, and registrations renewals on a daily basis. You should try to renew them on time.
DFS will continue to enforce the Fire Code and state laws during the state of emergency.
BPV License Exam Schedule
All exams are administered at the Department of Fire Services, 1 State Road, Stow, MA 01775, on the dates indicated below.
| License Exams | Exam Dates | Application Deadlines |
|---|---|---|
| Oil Burner Tech., Fireman & Engineer (All Classes) | Wednesday, 1/29/2020 | 12/27/19 |
| Oil Burner Tech., Fireman & Engineer (All Classes) | Wednesday, 2/26/2020 | 01/31/20 |
| Oil Burner Tech., Fireman & Engineer (All Classes) | Wednesday, 4/1/2020 | Postponed |
| Oil Burner Tech., Fireman & Engineer (All Classes) | Tuesday, 4/28/2020 | Postponed |
| Oil Burner Tech., Fireman & Engineer (All Classes) | Wednesday, 5/27/2020 | 04/24/20 |
| Oil Burner Tech., Fireman & Engineer (All Classes) | Wednesday, 6/24/2020 | 05/29/20 |
| Oil Burner Tech., Fireman & Engineer (All Classes) | Wednesday, 7/29/2020 | 06/26/20 |
| Oil Burner Tech., Fireman & Engineer (All Classes) | Wednesday, 8/26/2020 | 07/31/20 |
| Oil Burner Tech., Fireman & Engineer (All Classes) | Wednesday, 9/30/2020 | 08/28/20 |
| Oil Burner Tech., Fireman & Engineer (All Classes) | Thursday, 10/29/2020 | 09/25/20 |
| Oil Burner Tech., Fireman & Engineer (All Classes) | Wednesday, 11/25/2020 | 10/30/20 |
| Oil Burner Tech., Fireman & Engineer (All Classes) | Wednesday, 12/30/2020 | 11/27/20 |