All BCD inspector certification holders are required to complete a code change class provided by the division to maintain their active certification. The division has prepared online training videos and supplementary materials showing the substantial changes to each newly adopted code.
2025 code change cycle
All certification holders must demonstrate that they have completed the required code update training and self-certification by Jun. 1, 2026. Self-certification forms received and dated after Jun. 1, 2026 will result in certifications expiring.
The division has prepared materials and videos of the substantive changes to the 2025 Oregon Structural Specialty code (OSSC), 2025 Oregon Mechanical Specialty code (OMSC), and 2025 Oregon Energy Efficiency Specialty code (OEESC)
- One (1) code change credit will be given for each active certification once OSSC and/or OMSC code change training is completed. Applies to the following certifications: SIA, SIB, MIA, MIB, PEA, PEB, and PEF.
- One (1) code change credit will be given for each active certification once OEESC code change training is completed. Applies to the following certifications: SIA, SIB, MIA, MIB, PEA, and PEB.
All certification holders must demonstrate that they have completed the required code update training and self-certification by Jun. 1, 2026. Self-certification forms received and dated after Jun. 1, 2026 will result in certifications expiring.
View the code change notice and self certification form
Additional resources
If you have questions, please contact the training program at
codechange.bcd@oregon.gov.