Once the course is completed and exam is passed, a technician is not yet certified until they perform drop tests.

Applicants must submit drop test forms to IDEA on a points-earned basis. One point will be granted for unique new installations and 1/2 point for each annual drop test or other drop test of a previously installed rolling steel fire door. Up to two applicants may earn points based on a single drop test form. Applicants must submit forms earning a minimum of 10 points.

If you are registering on behalf of someone else, you must enter the attendee’s complete information, including their personal email address. All study materials and any official notifications (including exam results, if applicable) will be sent directly to that email address. Failure to provide the correct attendee email may result in missed materials and exam information. 

Eligible technicians are those who:

• Have two or more years field experience installing and servicing rolling steel fire doors
• Are verified by an IDEA-Sanctioned Trainer or company trainer to be qualified to install and service rolling steel fire doors
• Can meet a points-based system for documenting field experience requirements

In addition to meeting the qualifying criteria, applicants must successfully pass a written examination based on a comprehensive study guide published by IDEA. Applicants should be advised that the Rolling Steel Fire Door Technician Certification examination is based on a high degree of difficulty and is designed to validate exceptional expertise rather than fundamental knowledge. Student MUST study in advance using the Study Guide within the course confirmation email.

Upon completing all of these steps and passing the written examination, the applicant is awarded the designation Certified Rolling Steel Fire Door Technician.

*The Institute of Door Education and Accreditation (IDEA) is an independent, non-profit, tax-exempt 501(c)(3) educational foundation, dedicated to serving the public interest by enhancing professionalism and safety within the door systems industry. IDEA is supported and partially funded by the International Door Association and the Door and Access Systems Manufacturers Association.