CMRP

the Stepping Stone to Professionalism

in the field of Asset Management

Ardavan Shirazi
MEng., CMRP, EIT (PEO)

Mohammad Reza Moniri

MSc., Ph.D. Candidate
Content

 NIOC’s Perspective (Professionalism Program)

 CMRP Designation

 The Value of CMRP

NIOC’s Perspective
(Professionalism Program)
 NIOC Maintenance Professional Development Plan
 Development of NIOC professionals along their career path and within their field of
profession, based on internationally recognized and professional certification programs.
 Self-development of professionals within their technical field through networking with
other members of the professional society.
 Appointing and designating managers and professionals based on proven competencies
and merits.
 Founding and fostering local professional societies within Iran and development of
national professional certification programs .

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Criteria | Choosing the Right Program
 Is the Professional Association offering the Qualification and Certification Program
recognized Internationally?
 Is the offered certificate of value at the international level?
 Is it possible for NIOC professionals to take part in the certification exam in the
Neighboring countries?
 Is the total cost of certification logical and acceptable?

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Criteria | Choosing the Right Program
Professional Society Certification Recognition # of Certified BoK
Program Professionals

ABRAMAN - - - -
AMC Yes Regional about 75 members AMBOK
Regional
EFNMS Yes About 950 members -
International
FIM - - - -

GSMP - - Organized CMRP -

Exam in Middle East

Regional
SMRP Yes >3200 members SMRP BOK
International
IFRAMI - - - -
IAM - - - -
PEMAC Yes Local - -
JIPM - - - -
Approximately
SAMMA Yes Local 75 members -
We Recommend

 International recognition of SMRP

 Number of SMRP members holding a valid CMRP certificate: 3200 people

 A credible SMRP BoK consisting of 5 pillars

 the possibility of taking part in the exam in neighboring countries

 Logical total cost for SMRP membership and exam.

 CURRICULUM
Pillar 3: Equipment Reliability M&R Fundamentals & Terminology
 Determine equipment reliability expectations  Introducing SMRP and GFMAM
 Evaluate equipment reliability and identify improvement  The Roadmap to CMRP
opportunities  M&R Terminologies (GFMAM AML, ISO
2 days  Establish a strategic plan to assure reliability of existing Module 4 2 days 55000, EN13306) Module 1
and new equipment  M&R Key Concepts, Tools & Processes
 Cost-justify selected plans for implementation
 Implement selected plans to assure equipment reliability
 Review reliability of equipment and adjust reliability
strategy
Pillar 4: Organization & Leadership Pillar 1: Business and Management
 Determine organizational requirements  Create Strategic direction and plan for M&R
 Analyze organizational capability operations
2 days  Develop the organization structure Module 5 2 days  Administer Strategic plan Module 2
 Develop personnel  Measure Performance
 Lead and manage people  Manage organizational plan
 Communicate with stake holders
 Manage environmental-health-safety risk
Pillar 5: Work Management Pillar 2: Manufacturing Process Reliability
 Identify, validate, and approve work  Understand the applicable processes
 Prioritize, Plan and Schedule work  Apply process improvement techniques
 Execute and Document work  Manage effects of change to processes and
2 days  Analyze work and follow-up Module 6 2 days equipment Module 3
 Measure work management performance  Maintain processes in accordance with
 Plan and execute projects applicable standards and regulations
 Use information technologies effectively
 Manage resources and materials
ARDAVAN SHIRAZI
MENG, CMRP, EIT (PEO)

Master of Engineering (M.Eng.), Industrial Engineering

University of Toronto (2004 – 2007)
Centre for Maintenance Optimization and
Reliability Engineering (CMORE)
 
Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional (CMRP)
 Society for Maintenance and Reliability Professionals (SMRP)
 Registration No.: 152967 (Expiration Date: Sep 15, 2019)
MOHAMMAD REZA MONIRI

 Ph.D. Candidate in Operation & Production Mgmt.

 Industrial Mgmt.- Operations Research (M.Sc)
 Mechanical Engineering.(B.Eng.)
 Over than 10 years experience in Oil & Gas, HVAC, Transportation and Electrical Energy
Industry
 Teaching University & Applied Courses on Project Mgmt., Maintenance & Reliability,
Risk Analysis, Value Engineering etc.
 EHSAN SALIMI
Project Manager, Pishgaran Co.

Management- Corporate Entrepreneurship (M.Sc)

Mechanical Engineering.(B.Eng.)
Co-founder of ETMINAN Magazine (On Asset Management and Reliability Subject)
Experienced in Asset Management Systems Implementation- Reliability
Leadership

Sina Hadadi
Pishgaran Co.

 Aerospace Engineering (M.Sc)

 Mechanical Engineering.(B.Eng.)
We Kindly invite you to…
1. An interactive training; therefore we invite
you to share your experiences and thoughts!
2. In order not to miss any of the key notions
discussed within the class, kindly:
 Respect punctuality;
 Put you cell phone on the silent mode;
 Allow colleagues to completely express
their statement and do not interrupt
them.
THE ROADMAP TO CMRP
About SMRP
1992:
Practitioners from 18 different companies created SMRP to actively promote maintenance and reliability within their field
and to the public.
1993:
Following the successful launch of the society, the inaugural SMRP Annual Conference took place in Nashville, Tennessee.
1997:
SMRP members identified a need for a certification that sets practitioners apart from the rest in their field. Members began
developing a certification to test the knowledge of practitioners and serve as a benchmark for industry best practices.
2000:
the first CMRP exam was administered at the annual conference in Cleveland, Ohio, laying the groundwork for the
certification process
2004:
SMRP formed the Body of Knowledge (BoK) Directorate – a group of members dedicated to maintaining a robust library of
information and tools. The library has since grown to include hundreds of documents, technical papers and presentations on best
practices, and it is one of the biggest drivers of membership for the society.
 SMRP’s Mission, Vision & Values

Mission
To develop and promote excellence in maintenance, reliability and
physical asset management.
Vision
To be the global leader for the maintenance, reliability and
physical asset management profession.
Values
SMRP values data-driven excellence, sharing/collaboration,
membership focus, continuous improvement, accountability, trust
and respect, integrity and social responsibility.

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The Prestigious League of SMRP

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About GFMAM
 Non-profit organization
 Founded in May 2010. 
 All members of GFMAM are a non-profit organization, legally formed within its region of operations,
sharing the same values and objectives.

Vision
To be a worldwide community , providing leadership for maintenance & asset management communities. 

Mission
To promote and develop the maintenance & asset management professions by collaborating on knowledge,
standards and practices. 

Objectives:
To bring together, promote and strengthen the Maintenance and Asset Management community
worldwide. 
To support the establishment and development of associations or institutions whose aims are maintenance
and/or asset management focused.  
To facilitate the exchange and alignment of maintenance and asset management knowledge and practices.  
To raise the credibility of member organizations by raising the profile of the Global Forum.
ISO 55000 Standard
From 2002 to 2004:
Institute of Asset Management(IAM) + British Standards Institution
PAS 55 Standard (Publicly Available Specification)

After Publication:
Highly appreciated by: Public services, Transportation, mines and metals, process and production

In 2008:
Updated: 50 organizations out of 15 industrial areas form 10 countries
PAS 55:2008
ISO 55000 Standard (Cont’d)
In 2010:
International Organization for Standardization (ISO)
PAS 55:2008: basis of compilation ISO 55000

In 2014:
Developed a set of ISO 55000 standards:
ISO 55000:2014: Asset managements: General, Principles and Vocabulary
ISO 55000:2014: Asset managements: management systems and requirements
ISO 55000:2014: Asset managements: the implementation guide of ISO 55001
CMRP Designation
CMRP Certification

ANSI (American National Standards Institute)

• the only certification program of its kind
accredited by the American National Standards
Institute (ANSI)
• follows the globally-recognized ISO standards for
its accreditation purposes
SMRP M&R Body of Knowledge | Pillars
The Value of CMRP
Organizational Benefits
Individual Benefits
 Sets you apart from your peers and competition
 Marks you as a continuous learner (employers love this)
 Builds your confidence level on the subject
Puts some credibility to your name on the global scale
 New opportunities
 Better chances of promotion
 Visibility in the workplace
 Access to premium resources
 Greater effectiveness on the job
 Chances of better earnings
 Opportunities for continuous improvement.
The Legendary League of CMRP Holders

Ricky Smith CRL CMRP CMRT James (Picknell) Reyes-Picknell
Maintenance Best Practices Principal Consultant and
Instructor/Advisor Master Black Belt
Conscious Reliability
Leonard Middleton Ramesh Gulati
Deloitte Consulting Asset Management; Maintenance &
• P.Eng. (Professional Engineer); Reliability Professional, Author,
• PMP (Project Management Change Agent and known as Reliability
Professional); Sherpa
• CMRP (Certified Maintenance &
Reliability Professional);
• MMP (Maintenance Management
Professional);
• RCM (Reliability Centered
Maintenance) Practitioner;
• CAMA (Certified Asset Management
Assessor);
• Level II Security Certificate
(SECRET);
• Sergio Guy Memorial Award.
Roadmap to CMRP
The Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional designation is the premier professional
certification in the maintenance and reliability field. It is recognized throughout the world as
evidence of superior understanding and capability. As such, it is pursued by large numbers of
individuals, with well over a thousand exams being taken annually. CMRP status is often
required in order to obtain employment or to advance in a career in the profession.

The CMRP program and exam are designed to gauge competence in a number of areas
relevant to maintenance and reliability. The body of knowledge upon which the program is
based comprehensively addresses and examines equipment reliability and maintenance
(M&R) as well as overall asset management, people skills, and technical skills, as opposed to
other programs that deal strictly with the technical aspects of M&R2929.
Roadmap to CMRP (cont'd.)
The exams are directed toward, but not limited to, individuals who make decisions to improve
reliability and maintenance using generally accepted principles of these fields. The SMRPCO
certification exam’s focus is on applied knowledge. The study of references alone is highly
unlikely to ensure success on the certification examination. Statistics from years of exam
administration has shown a high correlation between applied experience and success on the
exam. Merely studying written materials or attending training courses is unlikely to result in
successful completion of the exam
This Roadmap is:
 a guide that will help the individuals prepare themselves for the exam.
 developed by existing, leading CMRPs to provide guidance as to the experiences,
education, career paths, work responsibilities, etc. that should provide the required
background to adequately prepare for the CMRP exam.
Candidate Guide for Certification and Re-certification
Copyright: August 2013, October 2016
Table of content:
I. Certification
II. Certification Examination
II. Code of Ethics for candidates and certificant
III. Subject areas addressed by the certification exam
IV. Re-certification

Reproduction or transmittal of any part of this document by electronic or mechanical means including
photocopying, microfilming, recording, or by any information storage and retrieval system without the
express written permission from SMRPCO is prohibited.
CMRP Certification (Cont'd.)
Eligibility:
available to any maintenance and reliability professional, regardless of education background or work
experience. Candidates interested in sitting for the CMRP must:
1. Complete and submit the CMRP application
2. Pay all applicable fees in advance
3. Have no prior conviction of a felony or other crime or moral turpitude
4. Have not sat for the exam within the past six (6) months

The CMRP Candidate Guide for Certification and Recertification, found under the CMRP Exam Study
Resources tab, contains more information about the exam and eligibility requirements.
Fees Structure

CMRP Exam Fee:

 SMRP members: $300.00 (USD)
 Sustaining Sponsor employee or U.S. Veterans: $250.00 (USD)
 Nonmembers: $470.00 (USD)

Membership fees:
 1 year: 155 US dollars
 3 years: 310 US dollars
CMRP Registration
Computer-Based Exam:
1. Find a location
2. Complete the online application
3. Receive an email to register for the:
 Exam location
 Date
 Time
4. Pay the fee
5. Take the exam within six months
Note: If you do not receive an email within 72 hours of scheduling an exam, please contact SMRP.
CMRP Registration (Cont’d)
Paper-Based Exam:

The CMRP can also be taken through pencil and paper

examinations administered by a SMRPCO Approved
Proctor. Apply below or contact us at certify@smrpco.org
to receive a paper application OR apply on SMRP.org
website:
1. Create an account
2. Become a member
3. Register for an exam
4. Complete application
5. Submit payment (select the right payment amount)
Note: If you do not receive an email within 72 hours of scheduling an exam, please contact SMRP.
Routes to Mastering Pillars
Routes to Mastering Pillars (Cont’d)
CMRP Work Experience or Education Requirements

SMRP Website:

“A foundational belief in developing this examination is that professionals in the maintenance and
reliability industry learn critical knowledge, skills and abilities from a variety of sources, both on
the job and from outside training; therefore, no specific work experience or education are required
for the certification.”
CMRP Exam Study Resources (Cont'd)
Suggested Resources for preparation:
1. SMRP Body of Knowledge
2. Recommended Readings
3. GFMAM's Asset Management Landscape
Recommended Readings | CMRP Exam

1. Business & Management
Maintenance Strategy by Anthony Kelly
Toyota Way by Jeffery Liker
2. Manufacturing Process Reliability
Juran’s Quality Handbook by Joseph Juran
Maintenance & Reliability Best Practices by Ramesh Gulatti
World Class Manufacturing by Richard Schonberger
3. Equipment Reliability
Gateway to World Class Maintenance by Anthony M. Smith
Making Common Sense Common Practice by Ron Moore 
4. Organization & Leadership
7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen Covey
Successfully Implementing TPM by Edward Hartmann
5. Work Management
Computerized Maintenance Management Systems by Terry Wireman
Planning & Scheduling by Doc Palmer (first 3 chapters)