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Key Facts: MD Boiler Operator Exam
5 Grades
License Classes
MD Board of Stationary Engineers
70%
Passing Score
Maryland exam requirements
Annual
Inspection Frequency
Maryland boiler regulations
100
Practice Questions
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The Maryland stationary engineer exam is administered by the Board of Stationary Engineers under the Department of Labor. Maryland issues five license grades (1st through 5th Class). All grades require passing a state examination — there are no exam exemptions. The 1st Class license authorizes unlimited boiler operation. Each grade has specific experience requirements that must be documented before applying. Power boilers require annual inspection by authorized inspectors.
About the MD Boiler Operator Exam
Maryland stationary engineer licensing exam administered by the Board of Stationary Engineers under the Department of Labor. Maryland issues five grades of stationary engineer licenses (1st through 5th Class), with specific experience requirements for each grade. All grades must pass a state examination. The exam covers boiler operations, safety, water treatment, combustion, maintenance, and Maryland-specific regulations.
Questions
100 scored questions
Time Limit
2 hours
Passing Score
70%
Exam Fee
Varies by grade (Maryland Board of Stationary Engineers / Department of Labor)
MD Boiler Operator Exam Content Outline
Boiler Operations & Combustion
Startup/shutdown procedures, combustion efficiency, air-to-fuel ratio, draft systems, and operating controls
Safety Devices & Emergency Procedures
Safety valves, low-water cutoffs, flame safeguards, emergency procedures, and high-limit controls
Water Treatment & Chemistry
Feedwater treatment, pH control, TDS management, oxygen scavenging, scale prevention, and blowdown procedures
Maintenance & Inspections
Boiler maintenance, refractory repair, tube inspections, hydrostatic testing, and lay-up procedures
Maryland Regulations & Licensing
MD five license grades, Board of Stationary Engineers rules, experience requirements, inspection schedules, and ASME compliance
How to Pass the MD Boiler Operator Exam
What You Need to Know
- Passing score: 70%
- Exam length: 100 questions
- Time limit: 2 hours
- Exam fee: Varies by grade
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many license grades does Maryland have for boiler operators?
Maryland issues five grades of stationary engineer licenses: 1st Class (highest, unlimited), 2nd Class, 3rd Class, 4th Class, and 5th Class (entry-level). Each grade has specific experience requirements and its own state examination. All grades must pass a state exam administered by the Board of Stationary Engineers.
Does every grade require passing a Maryland state exam?
Yes, Maryland requires all five grades of stationary engineer to pass a state examination. There are no exemptions based on experience alone. The Board of Stationary Engineers administers examinations and sets the standards for each grade level.
What agency oversees boiler operator licensing in Maryland?
The Board of Stationary Engineers under the Maryland Department of Labor oversees boiler operator licensing. The Board establishes examination standards, verifies experience requirements, administers state exams, and issues licenses for all five grades.
What experience is needed to advance between Maryland license grades?
Maryland requires documented practical operating experience at each license level before advancing to the next grade. Specific experience requirements vary by grade, with higher grades requiring more extensive experience. Both experience documentation and passing the next grade examination are required for advancement.