Certification and Practices Flashcards
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In ASNT SNT-TC-1A, which party is ultimately responsible for the certification of NDT personnel?
Answer: The employer
Under SNT-TC-1A, the employer bears ultimate responsibility for certifying their NDT personnel and maintaining associated records.
What is the typical recertification interval for NDT Level II personnel under SNT-TC-1A?
Answer: Five years
SNT-TC-1A recommends a recertification interval of five years, though employers may specify shorter intervals in their Written Practice.
A technician certified under employer A wants to work for employer B performing the same NDT method. Under SNT-TC-1A, what must employer B do?
Answer: Review the technician's records and may require requalification per their own Written Practice
Because SNT-TC-1A certifications are employer-specific, employer B must independently evaluate the technician's qualifications and may require reexamination per their own Written Practice.
Which of the following NDT methods requires specific radiation safety training and regulatory compliance in addition to standard NDT certification?
Answer: Radiographic Testing (RT)
Radiographic testing involves ionizing radiation and requires compliance with NRC or state radiation control regulations, including radiation safety officer oversight.
What is the key difference between 'qualification' and 'certification' in NDT terminology?
Answer: Qualification is the demonstrated skill and knowledge; certification is the formal employer documentation of that qualification
Qualification refers to the education, training, experience, and demonstrated ability a technician possesses, while certification is the formal written testament by the employer acknowledging that qualification.
Which of the following scenarios would require an NDT technician to undergo requalification before resuming inspection duties?
Answer: Absence from NDT activities for a period exceeding the limit specified in the Written Practice
Extended absence from NDT activities beyond the period specified in the employer's Written Practice typically triggers a requalification requirement to ensure continued competency.
For aerospace NDT applications, which specification is most commonly referenced for personnel certification requirements?
Answer: NAS 410 (now ATA Spec 105)
NAS 410, now superseded and aligned with ATA Spec 105, governs qualification and certification of NDT personnel specifically in the aerospace industry.