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Construction Material Testing: 7 Things to Know About Certification

<div><a href="/blog/construction-materials-testing-certification"><img src="/Content/Images/uploaded/blog/training/construction-materials-testing-certification.jpg" alt="Construction Materials Testing: 7 Things to Know About Certification" style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; width: 100%; max-width: 700px;" /></a></div><p>An ever-increasing number of regulations, project requirements and even individual test methods require that laboratory and field personnel undergo specific training and pass certification examinations before they can perform certain tests for the record. This, and the wide array of training and certification programs available from different organizations, underscore the importance that the engineering and construction communities place on expertise, competency and accuracy in all areas of construction materials testing.</p>