E-27 Pyrotechnic Apprentice – Class C

Certificate Description

A Certificate of Fitness is required to perform special effect for theatre productions, television, motion pictures and to enhance production or to simulate real events.
This Certificate of Fitness is valid only for the person who applied for it 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 an oral exam to get an E-27 Certificate of Fitness.
All applicants should review the Notice of Exam.

• E-27 Study Materials  (PDF)

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

• Learn More About Documents Needed

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

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