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Approved By:
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Fco. Javier Cárdelas Muñoz
Technical Manager
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Jesús Coronilla Valdez
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6.9.2 The maximum recertification intervals shall be 3 years
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SCOPE
REFERENCES
TERMINOLOGY
RESPONSIBILITIES
DEVELOPMENT
FORMATS
ANNEXES
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PURPOSE
Establish specific rules to train qualify and certify the company personnel for nondestructive testing
(NDE).
2.0
SCOPE
This procedure establishes guidelines to be followed by Garantia de Calidad, S.A. de CV, for the
selection, training, qualification and certification of personnel performing attests, monitors, supervises,
interpret and / or evaluate the results of nondestructive testing as recommended practice SNT-TC-1A and
applicable fabrication codes and standards.
This written practice complies with the requirements of SNT-TC-1A 2006, SNT-TC-1A 2011 and 2016.
3.0
REFERENCES
3.1 SNT-TC-1A,
Recommended Practice for Personnel Qualification and Certification in
Nondestructive Testing. Ed. 2006.
3.2 SNT-TC-1A,
Recommended Practice for Personnel Qualification and Certification in
Nondestructive Testing. Ed. 2011.
3.3 SNT-TC-1A,
Recommended Practice for Personnel Qualification and Certification in
Nondestructive Testing. Ed. 2016.
3.4 ASME SECC V Article 1, Mandatory Appendix II and III.
4.0
DEFINITIONS
CERTIFICATION: Written testimony of qualification.
CERTIFYING AUTHORITY: The Technical Manager of Garantia de Calidad, S.A. de C.V. is
designated in this written practice to sign certifications on behalf of Garantia de Calidad S.A. de C.V.
DOCUMENTED: The condition of being in written form.
EXPERIENCE: work activities accomplished in a specific NDE method under the direction of qualified
supervision including the performance of the NDE method and related activities but not including time
spent in organized training programs.
NDE: Non - Destructive Examination.
NON - DESTRUCTIVE TESTING: a process that involves the inspection, testing, or evaluation of
materials, components and assemblies for materials´ discontinuities, properties and machine problems
without further impairing or destroying the parts serviceability. Throughout this document the term NDE
predictive maintenance applications.
OUTSIDE AGENCY: a company or individual who provides NDE level III services and whose
qualifications to provide these services have been reviewed by Garantia de Calidad, S.A. de C.V.
engaging the company or individual
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QUALIFICATION: Demonstrated skill, demonstrated knowledge, documented training, and
documented experience required for personnel to properly perform the duties of a specific job.
RECOMMENDED PRACTICE: a set of guidelines to assist Garantia de Calidad, S.A. de C.V. in
developing uniform procedures for the qualification and certification of NDE personnel to satisfy
Garantia de Calidad, S.A. de C.V. specific requirements.
TRAINING: an organized program developed to impart the knowledge and skills necessary for
qualification.
WRITTEN PRACTICE: a written procedure developed by Garantia de Calidad, S.A. de C.V. that details
the requirements for qualification and certifications of their employees.
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RESPONSIBILITIES
5.1 It is the responsibility of the Technical Manager of Garantia de Calidad, S.A. de C.V., certification
and provide the necessary resources for the implementation of this procedure.
5.2 It is the responsibility of the technical Level II of Garantia de Calidad, S.A. de C.V., maintain and
update records necessary to demonstrate the training (training), the personal level I II and III.
5.3 It is the responsibility of the technical Level II of Garantia de Calidad, S.A. de C.V., to verify the
accomplishment of the requirements of experience and education of the personnel in order to select or
promote them in the different levels of qualification.
5.4 It is the responsibility of the Level II and/or Level III technical of Garantia de Calidad, S.A. de C.V,
reviewing, monitoring and updating this procedure
5.5 The level III of Garantia de Calidad, S.A. de C.V, is responsible for training in NDE of Levels I and
II, application of NDE methods, techniques and procedures to be used.
5.6 Garantia de Calidad, S.A. de C.V, shall dassign level II, when required by the customer, as the
highest authority for any advice on audits, certification, accreditation or verification, the applicable NDE
method.
5.7 Garantia de Calidad, S.A. de C.V shall designate in conjunction with ASNT Level III to one or
more internal trainers to train the NDE personnel and applicant at the Level I or II in NDE.
6.0
DEVELOPMENT
6.1 LEVELS OF QUALIFICATION:
For inspection services in nondestructive testing establishes the following levels or categories of the
NDE personnel according to practice SNT-TC-1A.
6.1.1 Trainee.
Is the person in training or training to be qualified and certified, and shall work only under the direct
supervision of certified personnel., not shall able to independently conduct an inspection, interpretation,
evaluation or reporting the results of any method NDE.
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6.1.2 NDE Level I.
An NDE Level I individual shall have sufficient technical knowledge and skills to be qualified to
properly perform specific calibrations, specific NDE, and specific evaluations for acceptance or rejection
determinations according to written instructions and to record results. The NDE Level I shall receive the
necessary instruction and supervision from a certified NDE Level II or III individual.
6.1.3 NDE Level II.
An NDE Level II individual shall have sufficient technical knowledge and skills to be qualified to set up
and calibrate equipment and to interpret and evaluate results with respect to applicable codes, standards,
and specifications. The NDE Level II shall be thoroughly familiar with the scope and limitations of the
methods for which qualified and shall exercise assigned responsibility for on-the-job training and
guidance of trainees and NDE Level I personnel. The NDE Level II shall be able to organize and report
the results of NDE activities.
6.1.4 NDE Level III.
An NDE Level III individual shall have sufficient technical knowledge and skills to be capable of
developing, qualifying, and approving procedures, establishing and approving techniques, interpreting
codes, standards, specifications, and procedures; and designating the particular NDE methods,
techniques, and procedures to be used. The NDE Level III shall be responsible for the NDE operations
for which qualified and assigned and shall be capable of interpreting and evaluating results in terms of
existing codes, standards, and specifications. The NDE Level III shall have sufficient practical
background in applicable materials, fabrication, and product technology to establish techniques and to
assist in establishing acceptance criteria when none are otherwise available. The NDE Level III shall
have general familiarity with other appropriate NDE methods, as demonstrated by an ASNT Level III
Basic examination or other means. The NDE Level III, in the methods in which certified, shall sufficient
technical knowledge and skills to be capable of training and examining NDE Level I, II, and III
personnel for certification in those methods.
6.2 EDUCATION.
6.2.1 Apprentice, Level I and II:
The Personnel is selected as the technical Level I and II in any NDE method, shall have completed at
least middle school studies.
6.2.2 NDE Level III (Education and experience).
The NDE Level III individual in any NDE method shall satisfy any of the following criteria:
a) Have a baccalaureate degree (or higher) in engineering or science, plus one additional year of
experience beyond the Level II requirements in NDE in an assignment comparable to that of an NDE
Level II in the applicable NDE method(s), or:
b) Have completed with passing grades at least two years of engineering or science study at a university,
college, or technical school, plus two additional years of experience beyond the NDE Level II
requirements in NDE in an assignment at least comparable to that of an NDE Level II in the applicable
NDE method(s), or:
c) Have four years of experience beyond the NDE Level II requirements in NDE in an assignment at
least comparable to that of an NDE Level II in the applicable NDE method(s), or.
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d) Have at least five years of experience beyond the NDE Level II requirements in NDE in an
assignment at least comparable to that of an NDE Level II in the applicable NDE method(s).
To demonstrate compliance with the above, all candidates shall submit the relevant documentation and a
copy thereof shall be kept on file for each technician in Garantia de Calidad S.A. de C.V. the
administrative department.
6.3
EXPERIENCE
6.3.1 The NDE personnel minimum experience Level I and Level II, is the time in hours, as indicated in
the table 1 and 1A.
Table 1 - Minimum experience requirements for initial certification (hours)
EXAMINATION METHOD TECHNIQUE
Radiographic Testing
Radiographic Test
flaw detection
TOFD
Manual Phased
Array
Ultrasonic Testing
Penetrant Testing
Magnetic Particle Testing
Visual Testing
Leak Testing
Bubble Test
SIMBOL
RT
UT
UT
UT
PT
MT
VT
BT
MINIMUM
IN METHOD
LEVEL I LEVEL II
210
630
210
630
N/A
360
N/A
360
70
70
70
03
140
210
140
35
TOTAL IN NDE
LEVEL I
400
400
N/A
N/A
LEVEL II
1200
1200
N/A
N/A
130
130
130
15
270
400
270
80
Table 1A- Recommended Initial Training and Experience Levels for NDE Level II Limited Certifications
Examination Method
Limited Certification
Technician´s Starting
point
Formal
training
Radiographic Testing
Film Interpretation
Film Interpretation
Digital Thickness
A-Scan Thickness
Non-Radiographer
RT Level l
Trainee
Trainee
40
24
8
24
Ultrasonic Testing
Minimum Work
Experience in Method
(Hours)
220*
220*
40
175
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If used for certification, documentation and verification of interpretation results must be included with
the review of the 1000 radiographs.
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The experience in months based on 70 hours per month. When an individual works more than 70 hours a
month can prove his based on the total hours experience, shall show documented evidence of their
experience.
6.3.2 Level II direct.
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NDE personnel can be certified directly to Level II from trainee. The required experience shall consist of the
sum of the times required for Level I and Level II in each NDE method.
6.3.3 Level III.
For NDE Level III personnel, the experience is in accordance with paragraph 6.2.2.
6.3.4 Documented.
Documented experience on positions comparable to Levels II and I obtained previously to this procedure,
shall satisfy the requirements described before, under the NDE Level III approval.
6.4 TRAINING.
6.4.1 Program.
Table 2 - Minimum initial training (hours)
EXAMINATION METHOD TECHNIQUE
Radiographic Testing
Ultrasonic Testing
Penetrant Testing
Magnetic Particle Testing
Visual Testing
Leak Testing
Radiographic Test
flaw detection
TOFD
Manual Phased
Array
Bubble Test
SIMBOL
LESS OF HIGH SCHOOL
MINIMUM TRAINING
HOURS FOR HIGH
SCHOOL OR HIGHER
RT
UT
UT
UT
LEVEL I
50
50
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LEVEL II
50
50
60
120
LEVEL I
40
40
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LEVEL II
40
40
40
N/A80
80
PT
MT
VT
BT
8
18
12
4
16
12
24
8
4
12
8
2
8
8
16
4
The training program is carried out according to the expiration of each certification, needs of Garantia de
Calidad, S.A. de C.V. or development of each technician, and it develops as follows.
a) Personnel being considered for initial certification shall complete sufficient organized training. The
organized training may include instructor-led training, personalized instruction, virtual instructor-led
training, computer-based training, or web-based training. Computer-based training and web-based
training shall track hours and content of training with student examinations in accordance with b. The
sufficiently organized training shall be such as to ensure the student is thoroughly familiar with the
principles and practices of the specified NDE method related to the level of certification desired, and
applicable to the processes to be used and the products to be tested. All training programs shall be
approved by the NDE Level III responsible for the applicable method.
b) The training program shall include sufficient examinations to ensure understanding of the necessary
information.
c) Recommended training course outlines and references for NDE Levels I, II, and III personnel, which
may be used as technical source material, are contained in ANSI/ ASNT CP-105: ASNT Standard
Topical Outlines for Qualification of Nondestructive Testing Personnel.
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d) Level II personnel holding a current Ultrasonic method certification are eligible for certification in the
PAUT and TOFD.
e) In addition to the training specified in Table 2, supplemental specific hardware and software training
shall be required for automated or semiautomated technique applications. The additional training shall
be in accordance with specific acquisition or analysis software and instrument/system used.
f) Garantia de Calidad, S.A. de C.V when purchases outside training services is responsible for assuring
that such services meet the requirements of the is written practice.
6.5 EXAMINATIONS
6.5.1 Administration and Grading
6.5.1.1 All qualification examination questions shall be approved by the NDE Level III responsible for
the applicable method.
6.5.1.2 An NDE Level III shall be responsible for the administration and grading of examinations
specified in Section 8.3 through 8.8 for NDE Level I, II, or other Level III personnel. The administration
and grading of examinations may be delegated to a qualified representative of the NDE Level III and so
recorded. A qualified representative of the Garantia de Calidad S.A. de C.V. may perform the actual
administration and grading of NDE Level III examinations specified in 8.7.
6.5.1.3 To be designated as a qualified representative of the NDE Level III for the administration and
grading of NDE Level I and Level II personnel qualification examinations, the designee shall have
documented, appropriate instruction by the NDE Level III in the proper administration and grading of
qualification examinations prior to conducting and grading independent qualification examinations for
NDE personnel. Additionally, the practical exam shall be administered by a person certified in the
applicable NDE method as NDE Level II or III.
6.5.1.4 All NDE Level I, II, and III written examinations shall be closed-book except that necessary data,
such as graphs, tables, specifications, procedures, codes, etc., may be provided with or in the
examination. Questions utilizing such reference materials shall require an understanding of the
information rather than merely locating the appropriate answer.
6.5.1.5 For NDE Level I and II personnel, a composite grade shall be determined by simple averaging of
the results of the general, specific, and practical examinations described below. For NDE Level III
personnel, the composite grade shall be determined by simple averaging of the results of the basic,
method, and specific examinations described below.
6.5.1.6 Examinations administered by Garantia de Calidad S.A. de C.V. for qualification shall result in a
passing composite grade of at least 80 percent, with no individual examination having a passing grade
less than 70 percent.
6.5.1.7 When an examination is administered and graded for Garantia de Calidad S.A. de C.V. by an
outside agency and the outside agency issues grades of pass or fail only, on a certified report, then
Garantia de Calidad S.A. de C.V. may accept the pass grade as 80 percent for that particular
examination.
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6.5.1.8 Garantia de Calidad S.A. de C.V. who purchases outside services is responsible for ensuring that
the examination services meet the requirements of this procedure.
6.5.1.9 In no case shall an examination be administered by one's self or by a subordinate.
6.5.2 Vision Examinations
6.5.2.1 Near-Vision Acuity. The examination shall ensure natural or corrected near-distance acuity in at
least one eye such that the applicant is capable of reading a minimum of Jaeger Number 1 or equivalent
type and size letter at the distance designated on the chart but not less than 12 in. (30.5 cm) on a standard
Jaeger test chart. The ability to perceive an Ortho-Rater minimum of 8 or similar test pattern is also
acceptable. This shall be administered annually.
6.5.2.2 Color Contrast Differentiation. The examination shall demonstrate the capability of
distinguishing and differentiating contrast among colors or shades of gray used in the method as
determined by the Garantia de Calidad S.A. de C.V. This shall be administered annually.
6.5.3 General (Written - for NDE Levels I and II)
6.5.3.1 The general examinations shall address the basic principles of the applicable method.
6.5.3.2 In preparing the examinations, the NDE Level III shall select or devise appropriate questions
covering the applicable method.
6.5.3.3 The minimum number of questions that shall be given is shown in Table 3
EXAMINATION
METHOD
Radiographic Testing
Ultrasonic Testing
Penetrant Testing
Magnetic Particle
Testing
Visual
Testing
Leak Testing
Table 3 - NUMBER OF QUESTIONS FOR EXAMS
TECHNIQUE
SIMBOL
GENERAL
SPECIFIC
LEVEL I LEVEL II LEVEL I LEVEL II
Radiographic Test
RT
40
40
20
20
Film Interpretation (trainee)
RT
N/A
40
N/A
20
Film Interpretation (Level l)
RT
N/A
20
N/A
15
flaw detection
UT
40
40
20
20
Digital Thickness
UT
N/A
20
N/A
10
A-Scan Thickness
UT
N/A
30
N/A
15
Manual Phased Array and
UT
N/A
40
N/A
30
TOFD
PT
40
40
20
20
MT
40
40
20
20
VT
40
40
20
20
Bubble Test
BT
20
20
15
15
6.5.4 Specific (Written - for NDE Levels I and II)
6.5.4.1 The specific examination shall address the equipment, operating procedures, and NDE
techniques that the individual may encounter during specific assignments to the degree required by the
this procedure
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6.5.4.2 The specific examination shall cover the specifications or codes and acceptance criteria used in
the Garantia de Calidad S.A. de C.V. NDE procedures.
6.5.4.3 The minimum number of questions that shall be given is shown in Table 2.
6.5.5 Practical (for NDE Level I and II)
6.5.5.1 The candidate shall demonstrate familiarity with and ability to operate the necessary NDE
equipment, record, and analyze the resultant information to the degree required.
6.5.5.2 At least one flawed specimen or component shall be tested and the results of the NDE analyzed
by the candidate for each technique practical demonstration and at least two for each method.
6.5.5.3 Phased Array and Time of Flight Diffraction Practical Examination. Flawed samples used for
practical examinations should be representative of the components and/or configurations that the
candidates would be testing under this endorsement and approved by the NDT Level III.
6.5.5.4 For Film Interpretation Limited Certification, the practical examination shall consist of review
and grading of at least 20 images or sufficient documented experience.
6.5.5.5 The description of the specimen, the procedure, and practical examination checkpoints, as well as
the results of the examination shall be documented.
6.5.5.6 NDE Level I Practical Examination. Proficiency shall be demonstrated in performing the
applicable NDE technique on one or more specimens or machine problems approved by the NDE Level
III and in evaluating the results to the degree of responsibility as described in this procedure. At least ten
(10) different checkpoints requiring an understanding of examination variables and the procedural
requirements shall be included in the practical examination. The candidate shall detect at least 80% of
discontinuities and conditions specified by the NDE Level III.
6.5.5.7 NDE Level II Practical Examination. Proficiency shall be demonstrated in selecting and
performing the applicable NDE technique, interpreting and evaluating the results on one or more
specimens or machine problems approved by the NDE Level III. At least ten (10) different checkpoints
requiring an understanding of NDE variables and the technician procedures requirements shall be
included in this practical examination. The candidate shall detect all discontinuities and conditions
specified by the NDE Level III.
Note: While it is normal to score the practical on a percentile basis, practical examinations shall contain
checkpoints that failure to successfully complete will result in failure of the examination.
6.5.6 NDE/PdM Level III Examinations
6.5.6.1 Basic Examinations
6.5.6.1.1 NDE Basic Examination (need not be retaken to add another test method as long as the
candidate holds a current Level III certificate or certification). The minimum number of
questions that shall be given is as follows:
Fifteen (15) questions relating to understanding the SNT-TC-lA document
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Twenty (20) questions relating to applicable materials, fabrication, and product
technology.
Twenty (20) questions that are similar to published NDE Level II questions for other
appropriate NDE methods.
6.5.6.1.2 PdM Basic Examination (need not be retaken to add another test method as long as the
candidate holds a current Level III certificate or certification). The minimum number of
questions that shall be given is as follows:
Fifteen ( 15) questions relating to understanding the SNT-TC-1A document.
Twenty (20) questions relating to applicable machinery technology.
Thirty (30) questions that are similar to published NDE Level II questions for other
appropriate PdM methods.
6.5.6.2 Method Examination (for each method).
Thirty (30) questions relating to fundamentals and principles that are similar to
published ASNT NDE Level III questions for each method, and
Fifteen (15) questions relating to application and establishment of techniques and
procedures that are similar to the published ASNT NDE Level III questions for each
method, and
Twenty (20) questions relating to capability for interpreting codes, standards, and
specifications relating to the method.
6.5.6.3 Specific Examination (for each method).
Twenty (20) questions relating to specifications, equipment, techniques, and procedures
applicable to the Garantia de Calidad S.A. de C.V product(s) and methods employed and
to the administration of this procedure.
6.5.6.4 Level III personnel shall be responsible for the training and qualification of individuals in the
NDE UTPA and TOFD techniques the requirements of Level III personnel shall include each of the
following:
(a) hold a current Level III certification in the Method
(b) meet the Level II requirements (training and experience) and (examinations) in the
technique.
(c) have documented evidence in the preparation of NDE procedures to codes, standards,
or specifications relating to the technique.
(d) demonstrate proficiency in the evaluation of test results in the technique
6.5.7 Reexamination
6.5.7.1 Those failing to attain the required grades shall wait at least thirty (30) days or receive suitable
additional training as determined by the NDE Level III before reexamination.
6.6 CERTIFICATION
6.6.1 Certification of NDE personnel to all levels of qualification is the responsibility of Garantia de
Calidad S.A. de C.V.
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6.6.2 At the option of Garantia de Calidad S.A. de C.V., an outside agency may be engaged to provide
NDE Level III services. In such instances, the responsibility of certification of the employees shall be
retained by Garantia de Calidad S.A. de C.V.
6.6.3 Personnel certification records shall be maintained on file by Garantia de Calidad S.A. de C.V. for
the duration for 5 years of the last certification and shall include the following:
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Name of certified individual.
Level of certification, NDE method and/ or technique, as applicable.
Educational background and experience of certified individuals.
Statement indicating satisfactory completion of training in accordance with this
procedure.
Results of the vision examinations prescribed in this procedure for the current
certification period.
Evidence of successful completion of examinations.
Composite grade(s) or suitable evidence of grades.
Signature of the NDE Level III that verified qualifications of candidate for certification.
Dates of certification and/or recertification.
Certification expiration date.
Signature of Garantia de Calidad S.A. de C.V.’s certifying authority.
6.7 TECHNICAL PERFORMANCE EVALUATION
6.7.1 NDE personnel may be reexamined any time at the discretion of Garantia de Calidad S.A. de
C.V. and have their certificates extended or revoked.
6.7.2 Each 18 months NDE Level I and II personnel shall be reevaluated by the NDE Level III
administering a practical examination. The practical examination shall follow the guidelines described in
section 6.5.5. and the format “Technical Performance Evaluation” RC-DT-02/07 REV 1.
6.8 INTERRUPTED SERVICE
6.8.1 Expiration by period.
When an employee has not worked in the method qualified within six months his certification shall be
terminated and shall be recertified.
6.8.2 Activation certification.
To reactivate a level I or II technician certification, a practical examination shall be applied, which shall be
evaluated and documented by level III.
.
6.9 RECERTIFICATION
6.9.1 Recertification shall be by practical examination. Continuing satisfactory technical performance shall
not be utilized for recertification without re-examination.
6.9.2 The maximum recertification intervals shall be 3 years for Level I and Level II personnel, and 5 years
for Level III personnel. Certifications expire 3 or 5 years from the date of the first examination taken during
initial or recertification activities for each method.
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6.9.3 When new techniques are added to the this procedure, NDE Level III personnel shall receive
applicable training, take applicable examinations and obtain the necessary experience, such that they meets
the requirements of the new techniques in Table1, prior to their next recertification date, in the applicable
method.
6.9.4 When the recertification of personnel is carried out, the certificate will be updated, indicating the
practice SNT-TC-1A 2016.
6.10 TERMINATION.
6.10.1 The certification of the technicians in NDE is terminated when resigning in Garantia de Calidad, S.A.
de C.V.
6.10.2 Personnel whose certification in other companies has been terminated may be recertified in the same
level by Garantia de Calidad, S.A. de C.V., based on examination described in this procedure, and provided
all of the following conditions are met:
a) The employee has proof of prior certification.
b) The employee was working in the capacity to which certified within six months of termination.
c) The employee is being recertified within six (6) months of termination.
d) Level I and Level II personnel shall be recertified by examination as specified in 6.9. Level III personnel
may be recertified by written Method, Specific.
6.11 REINSTATEMENT.
6.11.1 An NDE Level I, Level II, or Level III whose certification has been terminated may be reinstated to
the former NDE Level, without a new examination, provided all of the following conditions are met:
a) Garantia de Calidad, S.A. de C.V. has kept all certification records.
b) The certification did not expire during termination.
c) The technical is being reinstated within six months of termination.
7.0
RECORDS
7.1
7.2
7.3
7.4
7.5
STUDIES AND EXPERENCE
TRAINNING ON NON DESTRUCTIVE TESTING
NDE PERSONNEL VISUAL ACUITY RECORD
QUALIFICATIONS RECORD.
CERTIFICATION RECORD
8.0 ANNEXES
8.1
8.2
8.3
8.4
8.5
8.6
ATTACHED A
ATTACHED B
ATTACHED C
ATTACHED D
ATTACHED E
ATTACHED F
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TRAINNING ON NON DESTRUCTIVE TESTING.
NDE PERSONNEL VISUAL ACUITY RECORD.
QUALIFICATIONS RECORD.
CERTIFICATION RECORD.
TECHNICAL PERFORMANCE EVALUATION.
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ATTACHED A STUDIES AND EXPERENCE
REGISTRATION OF STUDIES AND EXPERIENCE OF THE PERSONNEL IN NONDESTRUCTIVE TEST LEVEL II
REGISTRO DE ESTUDIOS Y EXPERIENCIA DEL PERSONAL EN PRUEBAS NO DESTRUCTIVAS NIVEL I Y II
(3)
ALMACENAMIENTO DEL REGISTRO:
CARPETA DE EXPEDIENTE DE PERSONAL
(1)
CONSECUTIVO NO. :
(2)
FECHA DE REGISTRO:
(4)
NAME
NOMBRE
(6)
DATE TO BIRTH
FECHA DE NACIMIENTO
DATE OF INGRESS
FECHA DE EMPLEO
(7)
DATE OF INGRESS
FECHA DE INICIO EN E.N.D.
(5)
(8)
ACADEMIC NIVEL
NIVEL ACADÉMICO
ESCOLARIDAD
INSTITUTION
INSTITUCIÓN
TITLE
CERTIFICADO
DATE
FECHA
(9) EXPERIENCE IN NONDESTRUCTIVE TEST
EXPERIENCIA EN PRUEBAS NO DESTRUCTIVAS
METHOD
MÉTODO
LEVEL
NIVEL
COMPANY
COMPAÑÍA (S)
TIME
TIEMPO
(MESES)
DATE (FROM/TO)
FECHAS (DE / A)
INICIAL
ULTRASONIDO INDUSTRIAL
(UT)
I
II
RADIOGRAFÍA INDUSTRIAL
(RT)
PARTÍCULAS MAGNÉTICAS
(MT)
LÍQUIDOS PENETRANTES
(PT)
INICIAL
I
II
INICIAL
I
II
INICIAL
I
II
_____________________________
GERENTE TECNICO
FCO. JAVIER CARDELAS MUÑOZ
Ref.: MP-DT-01
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ATTACHED B TRAINNING OF NON DESTRUCTIVE TESTING
REGISTRATION OF TRAINING IN NONDESTRUCTIVE TEST LEVEL I AND II
REGISTRO DE ENTRENAMIENTO EN PRUEBAS NO DESTRUCTIVAS NIVEL I Y II
(3) ALMACENAMIENTO
(1) CONSECUTIVO
DEL REGISTRO:
CARPETA DE EXPEDIENTE DE PERSONAL
(2) FECHA
NO. :
DE REGISTRO:
(4) NAME
NOMBRE
METHOD
MÉTODO
ULTRASONIC TEST
ULTRASONIDO INDUSTRIAL
(UT)
RADIOGRAPHIC TEST
RADIOGRAFÍA INDUSTRIAL
(RT)
MAGNETIC TEST
PARTÍCULAS MAGNÉTICAS
(MT)
PENETRANT TEST
LÍQUIDOS PENETRANTES
(PT)
VISUAL INSPECCTION
INSPECCIÓN VISUAL
(VT)
(5) NONDESTRUCTIVE TEST TRAINING
ENTRENAMIENTO EN PRUEBAS NO DESTRUCTIVAS.
LEVEL
HOURS
INSTITUTIION
NIVEL
HORAS
INSTITUCIÓN
INICIAL
DATE (FROM/TO)
FECHAS ( DE / A )
I
II
INICIAL
I
II
INICIAL
I
II
INICIAL
I
II
INICIAL
I
II
(6) NONDESTRUCTIVE TEST CERTIFICATION
CERTIFICACIÓN / RECERTIFICACION EN PRUEBAS NO DESTRUCTIVAS
METHOD
LEVEL
DATE OFCERTIFICATE
TO RETURN TO CERTIFY
MÉTODO
NIVEL
FECHA DE CERTIFICACION
FECHA DE PRÓXIMA REVERIFICACIÓN
ULTRASONIC TEST
I
ULTRASONIDO INDUSTRIAL
(UT)
II
RADIOGRAPHIC TEST
RADIOGRAFIA INDUSTRIAL
(RT)
MAGNETIC TEST
PARTICULAS MAGNETICAS
(MT)
PENETRANT TEST
LIQUIDOS PENETRANTES
(PT)
VISUAL TEST
INSPECCION VISUAL
(VT)
I
II
I
II
I
II
I
II
(7) THE
PRESENT IS TO CERTIFY THAT THE C. _________________________________HAS COMPLETED IN SATISFACTORY FORM THE
REQUERIMENTS OF TRAINING, EXPERIENCE, QUALIFICATION AN CERTIFICATION FOR THE PERSONNEL OF NONDESTRUCTIVE
TEST IN THE METHOD AND UP THE LEVEL MENTIONED, IN AGREEMENT WITH THE PRODUCERE WRITTEN OF THE MP-DT-01
“PROCEDUREFOR THE TRAINING AND CERTIFICACION OF THE PERSONNEL”
EL PRESENTE ES PARA CERTIFICAR QUE EL C. ________________ ___ ___ __ HA COMPLETADO EN FORMA SATISFACTORIA LOS REQUISITOS DE
ESCOLARIDAD, ENTRENAMIENTO, EXPERIENCIA, CALIFICACIÓN Y CERTIFICACIÓN PARA EL PERSONAL DE PRUEBAS NO DESTRUCTIVAS EN EL
MÉTODO Y NIVEL ARRIBA MENCIONADOS, DE ACUERDO CON EL PROCEDIMIENTO ESCRITO DEL MP-DT-01.
________________________
Gerente Tecnico
Fco. Javier Cardelas Munoz
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ATTACHED C NDE PERSONNEL VISUAL ACUITY RECORD
REGISTRATION OF TRAINING IN NONDESTRUCTIVE TEST LEVEL I AND II
REGISTRO DE ENTRENAMIENTO EN PRUEBAS NO DESTRUCTIVAS NIVEL I Y II
(3) ALMACENAMIENTO
(1) CONSECUTIVO
DEL REGISTRO:
CARPETA DE EXPEDIENTE DE PERSONAL
(2) FECHA
NO. :
DE REGISTRO:
NDT PERSONNEL VI SUAL ACUI TY RECORD
(REGISTRO DE AGUDEZA VISUAL DEL PERSONAL DE END )
(4)
Test:
(Pr uebas)
Pass without correction
Pass with correction
(Cumple sin corrección)
(cumple con corrección
Do not pass
(No cumple.)
1. Far Vision (Visión lejana)
20/40 or better (o mejor )
2. Close Visión (Visión cercana)
Jaeger No. 2 or equivalent
in a 30.5 cm distance
(equivalente a una distancia de 30.5 cm)
Color perception (Percepción del color)
Semiconducting plates
Pass
(Cumple)
Do not pass
(No cumple)
.
(Placas seudo cromáticas)
3. Red/Green diferentiation (Diferenciación Rojo / verde)
4. Blue/Yellow diferentiation (Diferenciación Azul / amarillo)
GARANTI A DE CALI DAD S. A. DE C. V. certifies that Mr. (certifica que el Sr.
___________________ had a satisfactory approval of physical examination, consistent in Visual Acuity
demostrating that holds the visual capacities above indicated. (aprobó satisfactoriamente el examen físico
efectuado, consistente en la agudeza visual y ha demostrado que tiene las capacidades visuales arriba indicadas)
(5)
(6)
Place and Date (Lugar y Fecha )
Doctor’s Name and signature (Nombre y firma del médico)
(7)
Reexaminations (Reexamenes):
Day/Month/Year (Día / Mes / Año)
Reexamined by (Reexaminado por ):
Day/Month/Year (Día / Mes / Año)
Reexamined by (Reexaminado por ):
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ATTACHED C NDE PERSONNEL VISUAL ACUITY RECORD
EXAMEN DE ESCALA DE GRISES
(3)
ALMACENAMIENTO DEL REGISTRO:
CARPETA DE EXPEDIENTE DE PERSONAL
(4)
(1)
CONSECUTIVO NO. :
(2)
FECHA DE REGISTRO:
DISTINGUIS AND DIFERENTIATE SHADES OR GRAY TEST ACCORDING TO SNT –TC-1A-2006
NAME:
DATE:
INSTRUCTIONS: PUT THE CALIBRATED STEP SHADES TABLE (ID. 08270006 OF AFGA) ON THE NEGATOSCOPE
(THE IDENTIFICATION SHALL BE IN THE INFERIOR SIDE) AND THEN MUST BE INCREASE THE LIGTH TO VIEW ALL
THE SHADES OF THE TABLE AND THEN TO ASK THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS:
1.
A)
B)
C)
D)
HOW MANY CHANGES OF SHADES ARE THERE IN THE TABLE?
11
15
21
17
2.
A)
B)
C)
D)
HOW MANY CHANGES OF SHADES ARE THER IN THE ODD NUMBER?
5
7
18
10
3.
A)
B)
C)
D)
HOW MANY CHANGES OF SHADES ARE THERE IN THE ELEVEN NUMBER?
8
10
11
7
4.
A)
B)
C)
D)
WHICH IS THE SHADE WITH REFERENCE MARKS?
4
0
10
6
RESULTS __________________
(5)
SI GNATURE _______________
ING. JESUS CORONILLA VALDEZ
NIVEL III ASNT 95645
SI GNATURE _______________
FCO. JAVIER CARDELAS MUÑOZ
GENERAL TECNICO
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ATTACHED D QUALIFICATIONS RECORD.
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ATTACHED E CERTIFICATION RECORD
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