NDT Codes and Standards 4

Question 1

Which ASTM standard covers the standard practice for liquid penetrant examination?

Accepted Answer

ASTM E165

Answer

ASTM E165 is the Standard Practice for Liquid Penetrant Examination for General Industry.

Question 2

In the context of NDT codes, what is a 'procedure qualification record' (PQR)?

Accepted Answer

A record documenting the variables used during a welding procedure specification test

Answer

A PQR records the actual welding variables used during a test weld and the results of testing used to qualify a Welding Procedure Specification (WPS).

Question 3

According to ASME Section V Article 4, what is the maximum film density allowed for radiographic examination of welds in steel?

Accepted Answer

2.0 to 4.0 H&D

Answer

ASME Section V Article 4 requires radiographic film density to be between 2.0 and 4.0 (H&D) in the area of interest for steel radiography.

Question 4

Which code governs the inspection of aboveground atmospheric storage tanks?

Accepted Answer

API 653

Answer

API 653 is the Tank Inspection, Repair, Alteration, and Reconstruction standard for aboveground atmospheric storage tanks.

Question 5

In ANSI/ASNT CP-189, what distinguishes it from SNT-TC-1A regarding personnel certification?

Accepted Answer

CP-189 establishes standardized national requirements while SNT-TC-1A is an employer-based recommended practice

Answer

ANSI/ASNT CP-189 is a national standard with minimum requirements for certification, while SNT-TC-1A is a recommended practice that employers adapt for their own written practice.

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NDT Codes and Standards 4