GSHP System Inspector
Badge awarded to
Connor Teel
Issued on 04 Jun 2026 by
CSA Group | Groupe CSA
Expires: 03 Jun 2031
Issuer
CSA Group | Groupe CSA
training@csagroup.org
CSA Group is a global organization dedicated to safety, social good and sustainability. We are a leader in North American Standards and in Testing, Inspection and Certification around the world.
Our mandate is to hold the future to a higher standard.
Le Groupe CSA est un organisme mondial voué à la sécurité, au bien commun et à la durabilité. C’est un leader en élaboration de normes et en essais, inspections et certification dans le monde entier dont le Canada, les États-Unis, l’Europe et l’Asie. Son mandat consiste à viser un avenir encore plus responsable.
Criteria
Type of recognition
Professional certification
Learning outcomes
Knowledge, skills, and abilities including:
- Interpret and apply CSA/ANSI/IGSHPA C448 Series:25, Design and installation of ground source heat pump systems for commercial and residential buildings
- Verify that the construction materials conform to the construction documents (pipe material, pipe length, grout material, etc.)
- Identify information on the construction documents (plans and specifications) and confirm that the ground heat exchanger and building HVAC equipment are installed as specified and according to CSA/ANSI/IGSHPA C448 Series:25
- Verify and interpret that the ground heat exchanger pressure testing and flushing test results match the specifications and CSA/ANSI/IGSHPA C448 Series:25
- Verify and interpret the commissioning and test and balance reports.
Level
Intermediate–Advanced (mapped to ISCED Level 4–5; Bloom’s: Apply–Analyze–Evaluate)
Workload
Formal coursework may be required; preparation based on prior education and experience.
Assessment
Proctored, multiple-choice exam (80 questions, 180 minutes, closed book)
Additional information
14453
Alignments
CSA/ANSI/IGSHPA C448 SERIES:25 - Design and installation of ground source heat pump systems for commercial and residential buildings
https://www.csagroup.org/store/product/CSA-ANSI-IGSHPA_C448_SERIES%3A25/
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