AWS B5.2:2018
An American National Standard
Specification for the
Training,
Qualification,
and Company
Certification of
Welding Inspector
Specialists and
Welding Inspector
Assistants
AWS B5.2:2018
An American National Standard
Approved by the
American National Standards Institute
May 11, 2017
Specification for the
Training, Qualification, and Company
Certification of Welding Inspector
Specialists and Welding Inspector
Assistants
2nd Edition
Supersedes AWS B5.2:2001
Prepared by the
AWS Personnel & Facility Qualification Committee
Under the Direction of the
AWS Standards Council
Approved by the
AWS Board of Directors
Abstract
This specification defines the requirements and program for an employer (company) to train, qualify, and company certify
Welding Inspector Specialists and Welding Inspector Assistants to contract or industry-specific inspector standards. The
program is developed as a written practice and controlled by an employer. The qualification requires documentation of
experience, training, and satisfactory completion of an examination. The examination tests knowledge of welding processes,
welding procedures, welder qualification, destructive testing, nondestructive testing, terms, definitions, symbols, reports,
records, safety, and responsibility as specifically applied by the contract or industry standards applicable to the employer.
AWS B5.2:2018
ISBN: 978-0-87171-925-6
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Statement on the Use of American Welding Society Standards
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This standard is subject to revision at any time by the AWS Qualification and Certification Committee. It must be reviewed
every five years, and if not revised, it must be either reaffirmed or withdrawn. Comments (recommendations, additions, or
deletions) and any pertinent data that may be of use in improving this standard are requested and should be addressed to
AWS Headquarters. Such comments will receive careful consideration by the AWS Qualification and Certification
Committee and the author of the comments will be informed of the Committee’s response to the comments. Guests are
invited to attend all meetings of the AWS QCIS Subcommittee on Welding Inspector Specialists to express their comments
verbally. Procedures for appeal of an adverse decision concerning all such comments are provided in the Rules of Operation
of the Qualification and Certification Committee. A copy of these Rules can be obtained from the American Welding
Society, 8669 NW 36 St, # 130, Miami, FL 33166.
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Personnel
Personnel and Facilities Qualification Committee
P. A. Grimm, Chair
R. E. Dines, Vice Chair
S. P. Hedrick, Secretary
I. A. Cross
F. J. Fascenda
K. M. Gilgenbach
R. L. Holdren
V. Kuruvilla
D. Logan
B. W. Phillips
J. R. Reid
D. L. Twitty
Modern Welding Company
United Technical Inc.
American Welding Society
Valiant TMS
Consultant
Airgas
ARC Specialties/Welding Consultants, LLC
Lexicon/Genesis Quality Systems
Alloy Engineering
Consultant
Reid Consulting
Dona Ana Community College of New Mexico State University
AWS B5B Subcommittee on Welding Inspector Specialists
J. R. Reid
S. P. Hedrick, Secretary
K. W. Coryell
P. A. Grimm
Reid Consulting
American Welding Society
Consultant
Modern Welding Company
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Foreword
This foreword is not part of this standard but is included for informational purposes only.
This is the second edition of AWS B5.2. The first edition was published in 2001. Revisions in this edition were made to
Clauses 1 (Scope), 7 (Written Practice), 8 (Physical Requirements), 9 (Training), 10 (Examination Requirements), and 11
(Certification). The title of the standard has been revised to better reflect its scope. The changes are widespread enough that
clear markup of the changes is difficult. The first edition of AWS B5.2 superseded QC2-93, Recommended Practice for the
Training, Qualification, and Certification, of Welding Inspector Specialist and Welding Inspector Assistant.
AWS B5.2 provides the framework for an in-house certification program and written practice for welding inspectors. To
differentiate it from the central certification program of AWS supported by the AWS B5.1 and QC1 standards, B5.2 uses
the nomenclature welding inspector ‘specialist’.
This specification for the qualification of welding inspector specialists and welding inspector assistants was developed
to provide a qualification basis which defines minimum requirements for a welding inspector specialist to demonstrate
competence through a combination of education, experience, and examination.
Comments and suggestions for the improvement of this standard are welcome. They should be sent to the Secretary, AWS
Qualification and Certification Committee, American Welding Society, 8669 N.W. 36 Street, Miami, FL 33166.
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Table of Contents
Page No.
Personnel .......................................................................................................................................................................v
Foreword .................................................................................................................................................................... vii
1. Scope .................................................................................................................................................................... 1
2. References ............................................................................................................................................................ 2
2.1 Normative References ................................................................................................................................. 2
2.2 Informative References ............................................................................................................................... 2
3. Terms and Definitions ......................................................................................................................................... 2
4. Levels of Qualification ........................................................................................................................................ 2
4.1 Welding Inspector Specialist ....................................................................................................................... 2
4.2 Welding Inspector Assistant ........................................................................................................................ 2
5. Functions............................................................................................................................................................. 3
6. Education and Experience.................................................................................................................................. 3
7. Written Practice .................................................................................................................................................. 4
8. Physical Requirements ....................................................................................................................................... 4
9. Training................................................................................................................................................................ 4
10. Examination Requirements................................................................................................................................ 4
10.1 Proficiency Examination ............................................................................................................................. 4
10.2 Welding Inspector Specialist Examination .................................................................................................. 4
10.3 Welding Inspector Assistant Examination ................................................................................................... 5
11. Third Party Agencies .......................................................................................................................................... 5
12. Certification ......................................................................................................................................................... 5
13. Company Responsibilities .................................................................................................................................. 5
Annex A (Normative)—Body of Knowledge ................................................................................................................. 7
Annex B (Informative)—Sample Outline for Written Practice.................................................................................... 11
Annex C (Informative)—Visual Acuity Record ........................................................................................................... 13
Annex D (Informative)—Requesting an Official Interpretation on an AWS Standard ................................................. 15
Annex E (Informative)—List of AWS Documents on Qualification and Certification ................................................. 17
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Specification for the Training, Qualification,
and Company Certification of Welding Inspector
Specialists and Welding Inspector Assistants
1. Scope
1.1 This specification establishes the minimum requirements for an employer’s (company’s) internal written practice
for the training, qualification, and that company’s certification of Welding Inspector Specialists and Welding Inspector
Assistants. The employer is responsible for the testing, examination and qualification of their inspectors.
1.2 This specification is to aid employers in identifying the basic factors in qualifying personnel performing welding
inspection for a specific company or project.
1.3 In developing the written practice (see Clause 7), the employer shall review the detailed recommendations presented
herein and incorporate them into the practice, as applicable.
1.4 Examination and certification by the American Welding Society (AWS) shall not be a requirement for the Welding
Inspector Specialist nor is there reciprocity between a Welding Inspector Specialist or Welding Inspector Assistant and
AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) or Certified Associate Welding Inspector (CAWI) in accordance with AWS QC1,
Specification for AWS Certification of Welding Inspectors.
1.5 Safety and health issues and concerns are beyond the scope of this standard and therefore are not addressed herein.
Safety and health information is available from the following sources:
American Welding Society:
(1) ANSI Z49.1, Safety in Welding, Cutting, and Allied Processes
(2) AWS Safety and Health Fact Sheets
(3) Other safety and health information on the AWS website
Material or Equipment Manufacturers:
(1) Safety Data Sheets supplied by materials manufacturers
(2) Operating Manuals supplied by equipment manufacturers
(3) Applicable Regulatory Agencies
Work performed in accordance with this standard may involve the use of materials that have been deemed hazardous,
and may involve operations or equipment that may cause injury or death. This standard does not purport to address all
safety and health risks that may be encountered. The user of this standard should establish an appropriate safety program
to address such risks as well as to meet applicable regulatory requirements. ANSI Z49.1 should be considered when
developing the safety program.
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2. References
2.1 Normative References. The following documents are referenced within this publication and are mandatory to
the extent specified herein. For undated references, the latest edition of the referenced standard shall apply. For dated
references, subsequent amendments to, or revisions of, any of these publications do not apply.
(1) ANSI Z49.1, Safety in Welding, Cutting, and Allied Processes
(2) AWS A3.0M/A3.0, Standard Welding Terms and Definitions, Including Terms for Adhesive Bonding, Brazing,
Soldering, Thermal Cutting, and Thermal Spraying
(3) AWS A2.4, Standard Symbols for Welding, Brazing, and Nondestructive Examination
(4) AWS B5.1, Specification for the Qualification of Welding Inspectors
2.2 Informative References
(1) AWS QC1, Specification for AWS Certification of Welding Inspectors
(2) Brazing Handbook, AWS
(3) Welding Handbooks, Volumes 1–4, AWS
(4) Welding Inspection Handbook, AWS
3. Terms and Definitions
For the purposes of this document, the following terms and definitions apply:
certification. The act of determining, verifying, and attesting in writing to the qualification of personnel or organizations
in accordance with specified requirements.
certifying official. The employee of the company who is designated to certify inspectors and revoke certification.
employer (company). The corporate, private, or public entity which employs personnel for wages, salary, fees, or other
considerations.
qualification. Demonstrated training, skill, knowledge and experience required for personnel to perform the duties of a
specific job or function, typically demonstrated by passing a performance test.
specification. Document stating requirements.
training. An organized program developed to impart the knowledge and skills necessary for qualification.
written practice. A document to specify methods, requirements, examination, records, certifying official, etc., for a
company’s welding inspection personnel certification program.
4. Levels of Qualification
There are two levels of welding inspector qualification defined in this document. These are Welding Inspector Specialist
and Welding Inspector Assistant.
4.1 Welding Inspector Specialist. A Welding Inspector Specialist is an individual who has been qualified by the employer
as meeting the requirements of the employer’s welding inspector qualification program.
4.2 Welding Inspector Assistant. A Welding Inspector Assistant is an individual who has been qualified by the employer
as meeting the requirements of the employer’s program to assist the Welding Inspector Specialist in performing the defined
duties. The Welding Inspector Assistant shall perform inspection duties under the supervision of a Welding Inspector
Specialist.
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5. Functions
In establishing a program, the employer shall state in the written practice the specific functions to be carried out by the
inspectors. As a minimum, the items in Annex A that are applicable to the company’s operations shall be incorporated into
the written practice. The company methods for accomplishing each duty shall be defined. The specific functions of the
Welding Inspector Specialist and the Welding Inspector Assistant shall be defined in the written practice.
6. Education and Experience
6.1 The following are minimum requirements for each candidate for Welding Inspector Specialist.
6.1.1 The candidate shall be a high school graduate or hold an approved general equivalency diploma.
6.1.1.1 As an alternative to the requirements in 6.1.1, the employer may accept additional years of experience in lieu
of the education requirements.
6.1.2 The candidate shall have no fewer than five years’ experience in an occupational function that has direct
relationship to weldments being fabricated to a specified code, other standard, or contract and shall be directly involved in
one or more of the following functions:
(1) Design. Preparation of plans and drawings for weldment construction.
(2) Production. Planning and control of welding operations such as procedures, equipment, materials, or personnel
involved in weldment fabrication.
(3) Construction. Performance as a welder, fitter, or other function in the fabrication or erection of weldments.
(4) Inspection. Detection and measurement of weld discontinuities or verification of fabrication requirements.
(5) Repair. Repair of weldments.
6.1.2.1 As an alternative to the requirements in 6.1.2, the employer may substitute an equal number of years of posthigh school education for required years of experience, provided the studies are directly related to the functions defined in
6.1.2.
Post high school education is defined as any of the following:
(1) Associate or higher degree in engineering, engineering technology, physics, or sciences.
(2) Engineering/technical school courses successfully completed in a curriculum that can be applied to (1) above.
(3) Trade/vocational school courses in a curriculum related to welding.
6.1.3 The candidate shall submit written documentation that he/she meets the requirements of 6.1.1 and 6.1.2 or the
alternatives listed in 6.1.2.1.
6.2 The following are minimum requirements for each candidate for Welding Inspector Assistant:
6.2.1 The candidate shall be a high school graduate, or hold a state or military approved high school equivalency
diploma (e.g., GED).
6.2.1.1 As an alternative to the requirements in 6.2.1, the employer may accept additional years of experience in lieu
of the education requirements.
6.2.2 The candidate shall have at least six month’s experience in an occupational function that has a direct relationship
to weldments fabricated to a code or other standard (see 6.1.2).
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7. Written Practice
7.1 The employer shall establish a written practice that details the job functions for welding inspectors, or the employer
may use more than one written practice based on specific inspection duties or products. The written practice shall also
describe the education, experience, and training required for company certification. A sample outline for recommended
practice is included as Annex B.
7.2 The written practice shall include topics, subjects, and training related to the inspection of weldments fabricated to a
code, specification, or other standard as applied by the employer.
7.3 The written practice shall define the company official who is authorized to certify inspectors and revoke certification.
8. Physical Requirements
8.1 Candidates must be physically able to safely perform the activities as required or specified by the employer. The
functions to be performed by an inspector are defined in the employer’s written practice.
8.2 Vision
8.2.1 Near Vision Acuity: The Welding Inspector Specialist and Welding Inspector Assistant shall be tested for near
vision acuity. The Welding Inspector Specialist and Welding Inspector Assistant shall have the ability to read Jaeger
Number 2 letters or smaller at a minimum distance of 12 inches (or equivalent test) with at least one eye with or without
correction. The Welding Inspector Specialist and Welding Inspector Assistant shall be retested for visual acuity every three
years.
8.2.2 Color Perception: The Welding Inspector Specialist and Welding Inspector Assistant should take a color
perception test.
Note: Near vision acuity is considered essential to the proper performance of welding examination. Failure to meet the
above level of visual acuity shall be a failure to meet the requirements of this specification. Color perception is desirable in
some specific applications, but is not considered essential for all examinations. It shall be the employer’s responsibility to
establish and enforce visual requirements for its Welding Inspector Specialists and Welding Inspector Assistants.
9. Training
Candidates to be considered for qualification and certification shall have received sufficient training to become thoroughly
familiar with the principles of welding inspection applicable to the practice to be used and the products to be inspected.
Training shall include the specifications, standards, or contract requirements applicable to the inspections being performed.
It is the employer’s responsibility to determine the extent of the content and minimum number of hours of training required
for a Welding Inspector Specialist and Welding Inspector Assistant. Training requirements shall be written into the
company’s written practice. Training shall also address safety considerations and the proper care and use of tools and
equipment when used. A recommended body of knowledge is provided in Annex A.
10. Examination Requirements
10.1 Proficiency Examination. The employer shall conduct initial examinations for new candidates and periodic updates
for previously qualified inspectors. The examinations shall incorporate checkpoints or proficiency demonstration to verify
that the individuals possess the ability to perform specific inspection and interpret results. Verification that the candidate
met the minimum requirements of this standard shall be a permanent part of the employee’s records.
10.2 Welding Inspector Specialist Examination
10.2.1 The employer shall structure a test consisting of three parts as defined below. Candidates shall achieve a minimum
passing score, as determined by the employer, for each of the three parts. A minimum passing score of 70% or higher for
each of the three parts is required.
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10.2.2 The recommended examination shall consist of an open-book test on industry standards or contracts applicable to
the employer, closed-book test on welding fundamentals (including safety), and a test on practical applications of welding
inspection. See Annex A for recommended body of knowledge.
10.3 Welding Inspector Assistant Examination
10.3.1 The employer shall structure a test consisting of three parts as defined below. Candidates shall achieve a minimum
passing score, as determined by the employer, for each of the three tests. A minimum passing score of 70% or higher for
each of the three parts is required.
10.3.2 The recommended examination shall consist of an open-book test on industry standards or contracts applicable to
the employer, closed-book test on welding fundamentals (including safety), and a test on practical applications of welding
inspection. See Annex A for recommended body of knowledge.
11. Third Party Agencies
At the option of the employer, an outside agency may be engaged to provide assistance in training, qualification and
examination services. In such instances, the employer is responsible to assure that training, qualification, and examination
requirements are in accordance with this document.
12. Certification
12.1 It is the employer’s responsibility to certify that the Welding Inspector Specialist and Welding Inspector Assistant
meet the requirements of the company’s written practice.
12.2 Course outlines and certification records shall be maintained on file by the employer and shall contain records of the
certified individual and copies of written practices as required by Clause 7. These records shall be maintained during the
time the inspectors are certified and for three years after the termination of the employee. These records shall contain as a
minimum the following:
(1) Name of certified individual
(2) Statement indicating experience and completion of training in accordance with employer’s written practice.
(3) Verification that individual met the requirements prescribed in Clauses 8, 9, and 10, including copies of applicable:
Education and Experience certificates, Visual Acuity Records, and Test records.
(4) Signature of certifying official
(5) Date(s) of certification
13. Company Responsibilities
Code of ethics, responsibility to the public, conflict of interest, unauthorized practice, revocation of certification,
reinstatement, recertification, and termination shall be in accordance with the employer’s written practice.
Note: While the Welding Inspector Specialist and Welding Inspector Assistant have established credentials, company
certification alone may not legally qualify the inspector to provide inspection service to the public. Building codes and
regulations contract documents and other project specifications may require that inspections to be performed by or under
the direction of others, such as a qualified third party agency, a qualified professional engineer, or a welding inspector
qualified to AWS B5.1 and certified in accordance with AWS QC1.
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Annex A (Normative)
Body of Knowledge
This annex is part of this standard and includes mandatory elements for use with this standard.
A1. Introduction
A1.1 Capabilities
(1) Judges quality
(2) Interprets specification limitations and intent
(3) Communicate results and makes reports to supervisor
A1.2 Qualifications
(1) Physical condition
(2) Vision
(3) Knowledge of welding
(4) Knowledge of drawings, specifications, specific codes, and procedures used by the employer
(5) Knowledge of testing methods
(6) Experience
(7) Education and training
A1.3 Responsibilities
(1) General
(2) Specific company responsibilities
(3) Personal and company safety practices
A2. Welding, Cutting, and Brazing Processes
(1) Processes used in fabricating the product being inspected
(2) Overview of each process
(3) Discontinuities that may be encountered with each process
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A3. Material Fundamentals
(1) Weldability
(2) Metallurgy
(3) Chemistry
(4) Mechanical
(a) Tensile strength
(b) Hardness
(c) Toughness
(5) Testing for mechanical properties
(6) Metallographic tests
A4. Fabrication
(1) Joint preparation
(2) Joint fit up
(3) Welding procedure specification
(4) Welder qualification
(5) Other fabrication documents
A5. Heat Treatment
(1) Preheat
(2) Interpass temperature
(3) Postweld heat treatment
A6. Nondestructive Examination
(1) Visual inspection
(a) Application and acceptance standards
(b) Tools and their use
(2) Liquid penetrant testing
(a) Procedures
(b) Acceptance standards
(3) Magnetic particle testing
(a) Acceptance standards
(b) Procedures
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(4) Other testing and inspection
(a) 100% sampling
(b) Random sampling
(c) Radiographic
(d) Ultrasonic
(5) Specific company procedures
A7. Inspection Documentation
(1) Verify dimensions
(2) Verify written welding procedures
(3) Verify welder qualification papers
(4) Review NDE reports
(5) Prepare narrative reports
A8. References
(1) ANSI Z49.1, Safety in Welding, Cutting, and Allied Processes
(2) Brazing Handbook, AWS
(3) Welding Handbooks, Volumes 1–4, AWS
(4) Welding Inspection, AWS
(5) AWS A3.0M/A3.0, Standard Welding Terms and Definitions, Including Terms for Adhesive Bonding, Brazing,
Soldering, Thermal Cutting, and Thermal Spraying
(6) AWS A2.4, Standard Symbols for Welding, Brazing, and Nondestructive Examination
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Annex B (Informative)
Sample Outline for Written Practice
This annex is not part of this standard but is included for informational purposes only.
JOB FUNCTIONS
A Welding Inspector Specialist (or assistant) employed by the
performing the following Functions:
Company is responsible for
(1)
(2)
(3)
etc.
WRITTEN PRACTICE
A Welding Inspector Specialist (or assistant) is responsible for complying with the following written practices:
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
QUALIFICATION AND CERTIFICATION
Company Certification as a Welding Inspection Specialist (or assistant) is based on the
individual presenting evidence of
years of relevant experience combined with
level of
Education and meeting specified Physical requirements.
PERSONNEL TRAINING
Successfully completing training in the following:
(1)
hours practical. (see
(2)
hours practical. (see
(3)
hours practical. (see
consisting of
consisting of
consisting of
11
hours classroom combined with
course outline)
hours classroom combined with
course outline)
hours classroom combined with
course outline) etc.
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EXAMINATION
Attaining a minimum passing score of
on each of the three parts of the
Company Welding Inspection Specialist Test.
CERTIFICATION RESPONSIBILITY
is Responsible for Certifying Welding Inspection Specialists (or assistants) for the
Company and maintains applicable Records for each individual certified. The Records are
maintained for a minimum period of
and are available for review upon request. Certification records shall be
audited for completeness and compliance with this standard on a
basis.
CERTIFICATION MAINTENANCE
The performance of Certified Welding Inspector Specialists (or assistants) is monitored on a
basis to verify continued proficiency of the individual.
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Annex C (Informative)
Visual Acuity Record
This annex is not part of this standard but is included for informational purposes only.
Your Company Name
VISUAL ACUITY RECORD
The applicant is required to pass an eye examination, with or without correction, to prove: near vision acuity on Jaeger
J2, or equivalent, at 12 inches. In addition, they shall also take a color perception test for red/green and blue/yellow
differentiation.
Applicant’s Name
Examination:
S.S. or ID number
Date of examination
Meets Without
Meets With
Eye Correction
Eye Correction
Does Not Meet
Near Vision
Jaeger J2 (or Equivalent)
OR
❑
❑
OR
Distance of 12 inches (check only one)
Color Perception
Meets
Does not meet
Red/Green Differentiation
❑
OR
❑
Blue/Yellow Differentiation
❑
OR
❑
I certify that the above named applicant demonstrated the vision capabilities indicated above.
Printed Name of Examiner
Signature
Date
Printed Name of Administrator
Signature
Date
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Annex D (Informative)
Requesting an Official Interpretation
on an AWS Standard
This annex is not part of this standard but is included for informational purposes only.
D1. Introduction
The following procedures are here to assist standard users in submitting successful requests for official interpretations to
AWS standards. Requests from the general public submitted to AWS staff or committee members that do not follow these
rules may be returned to the sender unanswered. AWS reserves the right to decline answering specific requests; if AWS
declines a request, AWS will provide the reason to the individual why the request was declined.
D2. Limitations
The activities of AWS technical committees regarding interpretations are limited strictly to the interpretation of provisions
of standards prepared by the committees. Neither AWS staff nor the committees are in a position to offer interpretive or
consulting services on (1) specific engineering problems, (2) requirements of standards applied to fabrications outside
the scope of the document, or (3) points not specifically covered by the standard. In such cases, the inquirer should seek
assistance from a competent engineer experienced in the particular field of interest.
D3. General Procedure for all Requests
D3.1 Submission. All requests shall be sent to the Managing Director, AWS Certification Department. For efficient
handling, it is preferred that all requests should be submitted electronically through certification@aws.org. Alternatively,
requests may be mailed to:
Managing Director
Certification Department
American Welding Society
8669 NW 36 St, # 130
Miami, FL 33166
D3.2 Contact Information. All inquiries shall contain the name, address, email, phone number, and employer of the
inquirer.
D3.3 Scope. Each inquiry shall address one single provision of the standard unless the issue in question involves two or
more interrelated provisions. The provision(s) shall be identified in the scope of the request along with the edition of the
standard (e.g., D1.1:2006) that contains the provision(s) the inquirer is addressing.
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D3.4 Question(s). All requests shall be stated in the form of a question that can be answered ‘yes’ or ‘no’. The request shall
be concise, yet complete enough to enable the committee to understand the point of the issue in question. When the point
is not clearly defined, the request will be returned for clarification. Sketches should be used whenever appropriate, and all
paragraphs, figures, and tables (or annexes) that bear on the issue in question shall be cited.
D3.5 Proposed Answer(s). The inquirer shall provide proposed answer(s) to their own question(s).
D3.6 Background. Additional information on the topic may be provided but is not necessary. The question(s) and proposed
answer(s) above shall stand on their own without the need for additional background information.
D4. AWS Policy on Interpretations
The American Welding Society (AWS) Board of Directors has adopted a policy whereby all official interpretations of
AWS standards are handled in a formal manner. Under this policy, all official interpretations are approved by the technical
committee that is responsible for the standard. Communication concerning an official interpretation is directed through
the AWS staff member who works with that technical committee. The policy requires that all requests for an official
interpretation be submitted in writing. Such requests will be handled as expeditiously as possible, but due to the procedures
that must be followed, some requests for an official interpretation may take considerable time to complete.
D5. AWS Response to Requests
Upon approval by the committee, the interpretation is an official interpretation of the Society, and AWS shall transmit the
response to the inquirer, publish it in the Welding Journal, and post it on the AWS website.
D6. Telephone Inquiries
Telephone inquiries to AWS Headquarters concerning AWS standards should be limited to questions of a general
nature or to matters directly related to the use of the standard. The AWS Board Policy Manual requires that all AWS staff
members respond to a telephone request for an official interpretation of any AWS standard with the information that such
an interpretation can be obtained only through a written request. Headquarters staff cannot provide consulting services.
However, the staff can refer a caller to any of those consultants whose names are on file at AWS Headquarters.
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Annex E (Informative)
List of AWS Documents on Qualification and
Certification
This annex is not part of this standard but is included for informational purposes only.
Qualification
Designation
Title
B5.1
Specification for the Qualification of Welding Inspectors
B5.2
Specification for the Training, Qualification, and Company Certification of Welding Inspector
Specialists and Welding Inspector Assistants
B5.4
Specification for the Qualification of Welder Test Facilities
B5.5
Specification for the Qualification of Welding Educators
B5.9
Specification for the Qualification of Welding Supervisors
B5.14
Specification for the Qualification of Welding Sales Representatives
B5.15
Specification for the Qualification of Radiographic Interpreters
B5.16
Specification for the Qualification of Welding Engineers
B5.17
Specification for the Qualification of Welding Fabricators
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Certification
Designation
Title
QC1
Specification for AWS Certification of Welding Inspectors
QC5
AWS Standard for Certification of Welding Educators
QC9
Administrative Procedures for Alleged Violations of AWS Certification Programs
QC13
Specification for the Certification of Welding Supervisors
QC14
Specification for the Certification of Welding Sales Representatives
QC15
Specification for AWS Certification of Radiographic Interpreters
QC17
Specification for AWS Accreditation of Certified Welding Fabricators
QC19
Specification for AWS Certification of Robotic Arc Welding Personnel
QC20
Specification for AWS Certification of Resistance Welding Technicians
QC47
Specification for AWS Certification of Welders and Accreditation of Test Facilities
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