ASNT ASNT Codes and Standards

Question 1

Which ASNT document serves as the primary recommended practice for qualification and certification of NDT personnel in the US?

Accepted Answer

SNT-TC-1A

Answer

SNT-TC-1A is ASNT's recommended practice that provides guidelines for employer-based qualification and certification of NDT personnel.

Question 2

ASNT CP-189 differs from SNT-TC-1A primarily in that CP-189:

Accepted Answer

Sets minimum mandatory requirements for certification

Answer

CP-189 is a standard (not just a recommended practice) that sets minimum mandatory requirements for NDT personnel certification.

Question 3

Which ASME code section specifically covers nondestructive examination methods used in pressure vessel fabrication?

Accepted Answer

Section V

Answer

ASME Section V is dedicated to nondestructive examination and specifies approved NDE methods for pressure vessels and piping.

Question 4

ASTM E1316 is a standard that provides:

Accepted Answer

Terminology for nondestructive examinations

Answer

ASTM E1316 is the standard terminology for nondestructive examinations, defining terms used across all NDT methods.

Question 5

Under AWS D1.1, which NDT method is required for qualifying welding procedures in structural steel?

Accepted Answer

Any method approved by the engineer

Answer

AWS D1.1 allows any NDT method approved by the engineer of record, provided it meets the code's acceptance criteria.

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