E-25 Explosive Safety Control 

About

A Certificate of Fitness is required to ensure explosive safety at a work site.  
This Certificate of Fitness is valid only for the specific person to whom it is issued and can be used anywhere within New York City. 

• New Application Fees: $25
• Renewal Fees: $5
• Fingerprinting: $89.75
• Application Reviewed Within: 1-2 Days
• Renewal Cycle: 1 Year

Before You Submit Your Application

You must pass a written exam to get an E-25 Certificate of Fitness. 
All applicants should review the Notice of Exam and Study Materials.

• Get E-25 Notice of Exam and Study Materials (PDF)  

Applicants who need to take the exam must apply in person and bring the following documents

• Learn More About Documents Needed (PDF)

Apply in Person

1. Applicants who need to take the exam must make an appointment with the Explosive Unit at 718-999-1595

For More Information

NYC Fire Department (FDNY)
Public Certification Unit
9 MetroTech Center, 1st Floor
Brooklyn, NY 11201
Phone: (718) 999-1988
Email: pubcert@fdny.nyc.gov or call 311