ASNT Personnel Qualification and Certification Flashcards

An employer's written practice per SNT-TC-1A must be approved by:

Answer: An ASNT Level III certified in the relevant method

The employer's written practice must be approved by an NDT Level III who is certified in the applicable NDT method.

Color vision testing is specifically required for which NDT methods per SNT-TC-1A?

Answer: Magnetic particle and liquid penetrant testing

Color vision testing is required for magnetic particle and liquid penetrant testing because color discrimination is critical for identifying indications.

Per ASNT guidelines, on-the-job training (OJT) hours for NDT certification must be documented in:

Answer: A training log signed by the employer's Level III

OJT hours must be documented in a training log that is reviewed and signed off by the employer's authorized NDT Level III.

ASNT Level III certification in a specific NDT method is valid for:

Answer: 5 years

ASNT Level III certifications are valid for 5 years, after which recertification is required to demonstrate continued competency.

Which of the following best describes the role of a 'Certified NDT Level III' vs. an employer-certified Level III?

Answer: ASNT-certified Level III is recognized industry-wide; employer-certified is specific to that employer

An ASNT-certified Level III holds a credential recognized across the industry, while an employer-certified Level III under SNT-TC-1A is valid only within that employer's program.

Per SNT-TC-1A, which statement about written examinations for NDT certification is correct?

Answer: Exams are administered by the employer and kept on file

Under SNT-TC-1A, written examinations are administered by the employer and records must be maintained in the employee's qualification file.