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The National Board is the worldwide leader in boiler & pressure vessel safety, promoting uniformity in the construction, maintenance, and repair of pressure equipment since 1919.

Congratulations to Dr. Luca Costa on his election to the NBBI Advisory Committee representing the welding industry. He w...
10/02/2026

Congratulations to Dr. Luca Costa on his election to the NBBI Advisory Committee representing the welding industry. He was elected during the Board of Trustees meeting Aug. 24 at our headquarters in Columbus, Ohio. Luca is the CEO of the International Institute of Welding (IIW) and served in the Italian Navy from 1999 to 2000. Please join us in welcoming Luca to his new role. To read more, go to https://ow.ly/o30H50ZT7Iw

Seats are still available for the Inspector Supervisor Course (B), scheduled for Nov. 2-6 at our Columbus, Ohio, headqua...
10/01/2026

Seats are still available for the Inspector Supervisor Course (B), scheduled for Nov. 2-6 at our Columbus, Ohio, headquarters. This course is a required step toward earning the National Board Authorized Inspector Supervisor (B) Endorsement.
Advance your qualifications and support safe, consistent inspection practices across the industry. Learn more and register at https://ow.ly/6FIc50ZT5po

NBBI was pleased to be represented at the 2026 Annual Safety Conference hosted by the Illinois Boiler & Pressure Vessel ...
09/30/2026

NBBI was pleased to be represented at the 2026 Annual Safety Conference hosted by the Illinois Boiler & Pressure Vessel Safety Division on Sept. 28-30 at the Starved Rock Lodge & Conference Center in Oglesby, Illinois.
On Sept. 29, Illinois Chief Boiler Inspector Pat Polick (top), who also serves on NBBI’s Board of Trustees, provided an analytics overview of NBBI’s Jurisdictional Reporting System (JRS). Jurisdictional Liaison John Burpee (bottom right) followed with an update on NBBI, and Director of Operations-Software and Services Mark Mooney closed the day with a presentation on JRS.
NBBI appreciates opportunities to connect with jurisdictional partners, share information, and discuss issues affecting boiler and pressure vessel safety. Participating in events like this reflects NBBI’s ongoing commitment to supporting jurisdictions and promoting safety throughout the industry.

Join us in welcoming Peter Settle as the newest National Board member, representing the state of Indiana. Congratulation...
09/29/2026

Join us in welcoming Peter Settle as the newest National Board member, representing the state of Indiana. Congratulations, Peter! To read more, go to https://ow.ly/LJzU50ZSC2I

The Repair Inspector (R) Course is underway at NBBI headquarters in Columbus, Ohio, running through Oct. 2. This trainin...
09/28/2026

The Repair Inspector (R) Course is underway at NBBI headquarters in Columbus, Ohio, running through Oct. 2. This training prepares inspectors to perform repairs and alterations inspections on boilers and pressure vessels – a key step toward earning the R Endorsement and PEI Repair Qualification.
One more session is scheduled for Nov. 2-5, but it is waitlist-only. The 2027 training calendar will be released in mid-October. Until then, you can view the remainder of the 2026 calendar at https://ow.ly/3vzC50ZSnYI

Seats are still available for the Authorized Nuclear Inspector (N) Course, an instructor-led virtual program running Oct...
09/25/2026

Seats are still available for the Authorized Nuclear Inspector (N) Course, an instructor-led virtual program running Oct. 26-30. This course covers:
• ASME Section III, Division 1 – Rules for Construction of Nuclear Facility Components
• Component classification and design requirements
• Welding requirements, nondestructive examination, impact testing, material requirements, and more
Completion is a key step toward earning the N Endorsement.
Learn more and register at https://ow.ly/wAE850ZRzZj

Matthias Mailman has announced his retirement as chief boiler inspector for the Northwest Territories, a position he’s h...
09/24/2026

Matthias Mailman has announced his retirement as chief boiler inspector for the Northwest Territories, a position he’s held since 2012. We extend our heartfelt thanks to Matthias for his commitment to safety, leadership, and invaluable contributions to the industry. We wish him all the best! To read more, go to https://ow.ly/feTN50ZR372.
In addition, Matthias’ career will be featured in our Profile in Safety for the fall edition of the BULLETIN, available in November.

The Committee on Qualifications for Inspection (CQI) met Sept. 22-23 in San Antonio, Texas, continuing its work on issue...
09/23/2026

The Committee on Qualifications for Inspection (CQI) met Sept. 22-23 in San Antonio, Texas, continuing its work on issues related to inspector qualifications, industry standards, and NBBI requirements.
The committee’s work helps ensure that qualifications and requirements for commissioned inspectors stay current and aligned with industry needs.
CQI will meet again in March.

Electric boilers may be easy to overlook during internal inspections and maintenance, but doing so can have serious cons...
09/22/2026

Electric boilers may be easy to overlook during internal inspections and maintenance, but doing so can have serious consequences.
In the latest edition of the BULLETIN, Senior Staff Engineer Mike Burns examines a Florida boiler inspection that provides a real-world case study of how misconceptions about electric boilers, internal inspections, and maintenance practices can lead to significant deterioration.
The article covers six common misconceptions, including whether electric boilers require internal inspections, whether heating elements can serve as inspection openings, and whether electric boilers are subject to statutory inspection requirements.
It also offers practical guidance for inspectors on setting expectations with owners from the first inspection, coordinating inspections with maintenance, and emphasizing proper boiler water treatment and cleaning. To read the article, go to https://ow.ly/MVGf50ZQi7N

The instructor-led, virtual Authorized Nuclear Inspector Supervisor (NS) Course is underway! Running through Sept. 25, t...
09/21/2026

The instructor-led, virtual Authorized Nuclear Inspector Supervisor (NS) Course is underway! Running through Sept. 25, the course covers:
• Duties of a nuclear technical supervisor
• Inspection monitoring principles, techniques & tools
• Auditing quality systems
• Evaluating tests & examinations
• Radiation health physics requirements
Completion of this course is required for the National Board NS Endorsement.
The 2027 training calendar will be released in October. Until then, you can view the remainder of the 2026 calendar at https://ow.ly/iqrN50ZPMBK

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1055 Crupper Avenue
Columbus, OH
43229

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Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

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+16148888320

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