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USBC has developed this Internet-based training program for lane certification and inspection. Learning how to do inspections has never been easier.

CLIP capitalizes on technology to upgrade the old Certified Lane Inspectors Workshops. It provides individuals with proof they are trained in certification and lane dressing inspection and gives current inspectors who did not complete the old training a way to obtain a card/certificate. All in a way that attracts new and younger individuals and trains them to inspect.

By clicking the links to the left, you can access the Lane Inspector Manual and take the inspector exam. bowl.com also provides additional services such as the latest news on lane inspection and certification and a discussion forum so you can share information and experiences with other inspectors.

This training program is designed to give individuals a way to document the completion of lane inspection training.

Please note that the training program will not “certify” and/or provide a number to those individuals that successfully complete the program. However, individuals that pass the exam will receive a certificate and a card.

Upon completion of the CLIP, we recommend that you contact your local bowling association. The local association will be able to provide the hands on training that will assist you in becoming a fully qualified lane inspector.

The local association can issue credentials stating that an individual is qualified to perform certification and/or lane dressing inspections for the association.

Here's how it works:

  • Online
    • Read the manual
    • Take the online exam - one-time $10 fee by credit card
  • By phone or e-mail
    • Order the CD-ROM containing all the information found online at the time of purchase. The cost of the CLIP CD is $10. To order, e-mail the Bowling Information Center or call 1-800-514-BOWL (2695).
    • The CD-ROM includes a printable version of the exam which can be faxed to USBC Specifications & Certifications for grading. There is an additional $10 fee to submit the CD-ROM version of the exam

If you have questions or comments, please click the Contact Us link to the left and contact the appropriate party.

 
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