• Applicable NDT methods used such as Eddy Current (ET), Liquid Penetrant (PT), Magnetic Particle (MT), Radiography (RT), Ultrasonic (UT) and Visual Testing (VT).
• Levels of personnel qualification.
LEVEL I - qualified to perform specific calibrations, specific examinations and specific evaluations (with specific written instructions).
LEVEL II - qualified to set-up and calibrate equipment and to interpret and evaluate results with respect to codes, standards, and specifications. Must be able to prepare written instructions, qualified to provide on-the-job training and guidance of trainees and report examination results.
LEVEL III - must be capable and responsible for establishing techniques, interpreting codes, and designating the test method and technique to be used, and capable of training and examining NDT Level I and II personnel for certification. Must have a practical background in the technology and be familiar with other commonly used methods of NDT.
• Certification / re-certification requirements and interruption intervals. Typically, all three (3) levels are recertified at five (5) year intervals; however, interruption intervals of inactivity for suspension of certification should be addressed.