DekDee,
My statement is correct as per AS/NZS 1554.1 Section 7. We cannot argue this, because it is stated on the document itself.
AS/NZS 1554.1 is not the governing standard for metal inspections.
AS3978 is the governing standard for metal products visual inspections, it says on the title...
To Summarise my post:
AS1554.1 Section 7.3 says that visual examination shall be in accordance with AS3978
AS3978 section 4 (INSPECTOR REQUIREMENTS) says the inspector shall have qualification with AINDT or EQUIVALENT in accordance with AS3998 or ISO 9712.
How are you guys missing this big...
The thread type is set as REVIEW and as per my post, the intent of this thread is to gather thoughts.
The PDF attachment gives all relevant explanation to the subject.
This is a thread for people to contribute with thoughts, experience and applicable standards, not to throw blank statements...
I Already have an e-mail confirmation from Standards Australia that I am correct to affirm that only NDT personnel are able to perform VE (Visual Examination) on welds. You may comment with your opinion but it is not correct. Refer to attachment.
Hi All,
I've found an error on Section 7 of AS1554.1. I believe is quite relevant.
Basically the section 7 give requirements for visual inspections of welds, allowing welding supervisors, boilermakers and etc to visual inspect welds.
However, ISO and another AS referenced in the standard allows...
