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ICC Structural Steel and Bolting Special Inspector

A source-linked ICC Structural Steel and Bolting Special Inspector guide covering exam preparation, connection schedules, bolting decisions, plan reading, and reporting.

At a glance

What is the ICC Steel & Bolting credential?

A source-linked ICC Structural Steel and Bolting Special Inspector guide covering exam preparation, connection schedules, bolting decisions, plan reading, and reporting.

CREDENTIALING BODY
International Code Council
BEST FIT
Steel inspectors, testing technicians, and welding inspectors adding bolting and structural-steel scope.
Independent preparation: HoldPoint does not issue this credential or determine eligibility.REVIEWED AUGUST 2026

HoldPoint practice system

Prepare for the work behind the score

This path combines reference navigation with original plan and field decisions. It is independent practice, not an ICC exam and not a certification result.

  • Codes simulation

    60 original questions with a 120-minute practice clock.

  • Plans simulation

    30 original questions with a 90-minute practice clock.

  • Field exercises

    Fictional connection schedules, faying surfaces, pretension methods, and closeout reports.

Open the course path

CORE COVERAGE

  • Member, assembly, schedule, and revision identification
  • Faying surfaces, joint classification, and pretension observations
  • Fit-up, base plates, combined connections, and defensible reports

Credential brief

What this credential covers

A special-inspector credential covering structural-steel fabrication and erection with emphasis on bolted connections and inspection documentation. It is designed for steel inspectors, testing technicians, and welding inspectors adding bolting and structural-steel scope.

  • high-strength bolting
  • steel identification and fabrication
  • erection tolerances
  • approved documents and inspection reports

Primary source

Verify before you act

Exam policies, fees, references, and eligibility can change. HoldPoint is independent and uses International Code Council as the authority for current program facts.

Official ICC source

EDITORIAL REVIEW: AUGUST 2026

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