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MANDATORY APPENDIX II
SUPPLEMENTAL PERSONNEL QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
FOR NDE CERTIFICATION
ð19Þ II-110 SCOPE
This Appendix provides the additional personnel quali-
fication requirements that are mandated by Article 1,
T-120(g), and which are to be included in the employer’s
written practice for NDE personnel certification, when
any of the following techniques are used by the employer:
computed radiography (CR), digital radiography (DR),
phased array ultrasonic (PAUT), ultrasonic time of flight
diffraction (TOFD), and ultrasonic full matrix capture
(FMC).
II-120 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
The requirements of Article 1 and this Mandatory
Appendix, when applicable, shall be included in the em-
ployer’s written practice.
ð19Þ II-121 LEVEL I AND LEVEL II TRAINING AND
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
The following tables shall be used for determining the
minimum hours for personnel without prior qualification
in film; CR or DR techniques in radiography; and PAUT,
TOFD, and FMC techniques in ultrasonics to be included
in the employer’s written practice. See Tables II-121-1
and II-121-2.
For the CR and DR techniques, personnel shall first
meet the training and experience requirements in Table
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II-121-1 for a Level I in that technique as a prerequisite
for being eligible for qualification as a Level II in that tech-
nique. See Table II-121-1, General Notes for modifications
to the number of training and experience hours required.
For TOFD, PAUT, and FMC, see the prerequisite re-
quirements in Table II-121-2.
II-122 LEVEL I AND LEVEL II EXAMINATIONS
II-122.1 In addition to the written examinations spe-
cified in Table II-122.1, all CR and DR technique qualifica-
tions shall include practical examinations consisting of, as
a minimum
(a) Level I practical examinations shall require five test
specimens, which cover multiple technique variations and
setup parameters. These shall include both single/double
wall exposure and single/double wall viewing.
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(b) Level II practical examinations shall require five
test specimens, which shall include varying thickness, dia-
meter, and exposure techniques, and each specimen shall
contain at least one discontinuity.
(c) The employer’s written practice shall define the
grading criteria for all written and practical examinations.
II-122.2 In addition to the written examinations spe-
cified in Table II-122.2, all ultrasonic technique certifica-
tions shall include practical examinations consisting of, as
a minimum
(a) Level II practical examinations shall require at least
two test specimens, with each specimen containing a
minimum of two discontinuities.
(b) The employer’s written practice shall define the
grading criteria for all written and practical examinations.
II-123 LEVEL III REQUIREMENTS
Level III personnel shall be responsible for the training
and qualification of individuals in the NDE techniques de-
scribed in this Mandatory Appendix. As a minimum, 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 per II-121 (training
and experience) and II-122 (examinations) in the
technique
(c) have documented evidence in the preparation of
NDE procedures to codes, standards, or specifications re-
lating to the technique
(d) demonstrate proficiency in the evaluation of test re-
sults in the technique
A Level III who fulfills the above requirements may per-
form examinations in the applicable technique.
II-124 TRAINING OUTLINES
II-124.1 Computed Radiography (CR) Topical Train-
ing Outlines. Topical training outlines appropriate for the
training of Level I and Level II personnel in computed
radiography may be found in ANSI/ASNT CP-105 (2016
edition)3 and should be used as a minimum.
II-124.2 Digital Radiography (DR) Topical Training
Outlines. Topical training outlines appropriate for the
training of Level I and Level II personnel in digital radio-
graphy may be found in ANSI/ASNT CP-105 (2016
edition) 3 and should be used as a minimum. For
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individuals holding a valid Level I or Level II film certifi-
cation, the “Basic Radiography Physics” segment of the to-
pical outlines referenced in II-124.1 and II-124.2 need
not be repeated, as described in the employer’s written
practice.
II-124.3 Phased Array UT. Topical training outlines
appropriate for the training of Level II personnel can be
found in ANSI/ASNT CP-105 (2016 edition)3 and should
be used as a minimum.
II-124.4 Time of Flight Diffraction (TOFD). Topical
training outlines appropriate for the training of Level II
personnel can be found in ANSI/ASNT CP-105 (2016
edition)3 and should be used as a minimum.
II-124.5 Full Matrix Capture (FMC). Topical training ð19Þ
outlines appropriate for the training of Level II personnel
can be found in Supplement A of this Appendix and
should be used as a minimum.

ð19Þ Table II-121-1

Initial Training and Experience Requirements for CR and DR Techniques
Experience
Minimum Hours in
Examination Method NDE Level Technique Training Hours Technique Total NDE Hours
Radiography I CR 40 210 400
II CR 40 630 1,200

Radiography I DR 40 210 400

II DR 40 630 1,200

GENERAL NOTES:
(a) For individuals currently certified in a radiography technique (e.g., film) and a full-course format was used to meet the
initial qualifications in that technique, the minimum additional training hours to qualify in another technique at the
same level shall be
(1) Level I, 24 hr
(2) Level II, 40 hr
as defined in the employer’s written practice.
(b) In addition to the training specified in Table II-121-1, a minimum 16 hr of manufacturer-specific hardware/software
training shall also be required for each system/software to be used. The employer’s written practice shall describe the
means by which the examiner’s qualification shall be determined.
(c) For individuals currently certified in a radiography technique (e.g., film) and a full-course format was used to meet the
initial qualifications in that technique, the minimum additional experience to qualify in another technique at the same
level shall be
(1) Level I, 105 hr
(2) Level II, 320 hr
as defined in the employer’s written practice.
(d) For Individuals currently certified as a Level II in a radiography technique (e. g., film), where a full-course format was
used to meet the initial qualifications in that technique, who are seeking a Level II certification in another technique but
have not completed the additional training hours specified in (a) above, the following minimum requirements shall be
met for certification in each additional technique:
(1) 24 hr of technique-specific training
(2) 16 hr of manufacturer-specific hardware/software training for each system/software to be used
(3) an increase in practical examination test specimens required in II-122.1(b), from five to ten, each specimen con-
taining at least one discontinuity
(e) For individuals not currently certified in a radiography technique who are pursuing qualification directly as a Level II in
CR or DR, the minimum required training and experience hours in the technique shall consist of at least the sum of the
stated Level I and Level II hours in the technique.

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Table II-121-2 ð19Þ

Additional Training and Experience Requirements for PAUT, TOFD, and FMC Ultrasonic Techniques
Experience
Examination Minimum Hours in
Method NDE Level Technique Training Hours Technique Total NDE Hours
Ultrasonic II PAUT 80 320 UT Level I and Level II
training and experience
Ultrasonic II TOFD 40 320
required as a
Ultrasonic II FMC 80 320 prerequisite [Note (1)],
[Note (2)]

NOTES:
(1) Level II personnel holding a current Ultrasonic method certification are eligible for certification in the PAUT, TOFD, and
FMC techniques.
(2) In addition to the training specified in Table II-121-2, supplemental specific hardware and software training shall be
required for automated or semiautomated technique applications. The employer’s written practice shall fully describe
the nature and extent of the additional training required for each specific acquisition or analysis software and instru-
ment/system used. The employer’s written practice shall also describe the means by which the examiner’s qualification
will be determined for automated and semiautomated techniques.

Table II-122.1
Minimum CR and DR Examination Questions
General Specific
Technique Level I Level II Level I Level II
CR 40 40 30 30

DR 40 40 30 30

Table II-122.2 ð19Þ

Minimum Ultrasonic Technique Examination Questions
Level II
Technique General Specific
PAUT 40 30

TOFD 40 30

FMC 40 30

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ð19Þ MANDATORY APPENDIX II

SUPPLEMENT A

II-A-110 TRAINING OUTLINE FOR LEVEL II (i) TFM characteristics

PERSONNEL (1) Signal characteristics
(2) TFM frame parameters and FMC
(a) Overview
(3) TFM and delay laws
(1) Introduction
(4) Focusing capability
(2) FMC terminology
(5) Coverage capability
(3) History
(6) Impact of frame parameters on amplitude
(4) Ultrasonic theory
(7) Adaptive algorithms
(-a) Beam divergence
(j) Examination
(-b) Wavelength
(1) Types of equipment
(5) Overview of PAUT
(-a) Fully automated
(b) Basics of FMC data collection
(-b) Semiautomated
(c) Equipment
(-c) Manual
(1) Computer-based system
(2) Advantages and disadvantages of each equipment
(2) Processors and throughput
type
(3) B l o c k d i a g r a m s h o w i n g b a s i c i n t e r n a l
(k) Evaluation
components
(4) Portable versus full computer-based systems (1) Display and display settings
(d) Probe (-a) Imaging
(1) Review of arrays (-b) 3D
(-a) Types and configurations (2) Flaw characterization
(-b) Effects of pitch and element size relevant to (3) Flaw dimensioning
sound transmission (4) Software tools
(-c) Aperture size and effects (5) Image artifacts and saturation
(2) Probe selection (l) Documentation
(3) Dead element check (1) Images
(e) Essential variables (2) Equipment settings
(f) Scan plan (3) Plotting
(1) Major components of a scan plan (4) Onboard reporting and requirements
(2) Paths (m) Amplitude
(g) Calibration (1) Amplitude fidelity
(1) Single probe (2) Amplitude subject to resolution
(2) Tandem probe (3) Amplitude and interface/dead zones
(3) Reflectors versus paths (n) Use cases
(4) Delay and velocity (1) Weld examinations
(5) TCG (-a) Examination volume
(h) FMC characteristics (-b) Impact of geometry
(1) Signal characteristics (-c) Material type
(2) Scale factor for FMC (-d) Material thickness
(3) FMC data size (-e) Probe considerations
(4) Different FMC techniques (-f) Review typical welding defects and responses
(5) FMC versus other data collection (2) Corrosion examinations
(6) How to use FMC data (-a) Advantages and disadvantages
(7) Typical FMC data explained (-b) Probe considerations

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(3) Other examples (-e) Types of welding processes

(-a) Aluminum (-f) Historical processes and defects
(-b) Composites (o) Procedures and requirements
(-c) Effects of probe frequency and wavelength (1) Codes and standards specific
(-d) Manufacturing processes and defects (2) Customized specific applications

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ð19Þ MANDATORY APPENDIX III

EXCEPTIONS AND ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR USE OF
ASNT SNT-TC-1A 2016 EDITION

Where ASNT SNT-TC-1A 2016 Edition has used the verb “should” throughout the document to emphasize the recom-
mendation presented, Section V has modified many of the “should” statements to designate minimum requirements
when SNT-TC-1A is utilized as the basis for the required Written Practice for Section V compliance. Replacing Section
V “shall” statements with “should” statements is not allowed.
The following are exceptions, modifications, and additions to SNT-TC-1A 2016 Edition:

1.0 As described in SNT-TC-1A paragraph 1.0 Scope, and subparagraph 1.4

1.1 Paragraph 1.4 when developing a written practice as required in ASME Section V, the employer shall
review and include the detailed recommendations presented in SNT-TC-1A–2016 and ASME
Section V including this Mandatory Appendix. Modifications that reduce or eliminate basic
provisions of the program such as training, experience, testing, and recertification shall not be
allowed.
2.0 As described in SNT-TC-1A paragraph 2.0 Definitions and subparagraph 2.1.9.
2.1 Paragraph 2.1.9 Grading units are unflawed or flawed and the percentage of flawed/unflawed
grading units required shall be approved by the NDE Level III.
3.0 As described in SNT-TC-1A paragraph 3.0 Nondestructive Testing Methods subparagraph 3.1.
3.1 Paragraph 3.1 Qualifications and certifications of NDE personnel in accordance with ASME Section V
are applicable to the following methods:
Acoustic Emission Testing
Electromagnetic Testing
Guided Wave Testing

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Leak Testing
Liquid Penetrant Testing
Magnetic Particle Testing
Radiographic TestingVisual Testing
Ultrasonic Testing
4.0 As described in SNT-TC-1A paragraph 4.0 Levels of Qualification, and subparagraphs 4.2, and 4.3;
4.1 Paragraph 4.2 while in the process of being initially trained, qualified, and certified, an individual
should be considered a trainee. A trainee shall work with a certified individual. The trainee shall
not independently conduct, interpret, evaluate, or report the results of any nondestructive
examination.
4.2 Paragraph 4.3.1 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.
4.3 Paragraph 4.3.2 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.

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4.4 Paragraph 4.3.3 an NDE Level III individual shall have sufficient technical knowledge and skills to
develop, qualify, and approve procedures, establish and approve techniques, interpret codes,
standards, specifications, and procedures; and designate the 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 a Level
III Basic examination or other means. The NDE Level III, in the methods in which certified, shall
have sufficient technical knowledge and skills to be capable of training and examining NDE Level I,
II, and III personnel for certification in those methods.
5.0 As described in SNT-TC-1A paragraph 5.0 Written Practice, and subparagraphs 5.2, 5.3, and 5.4;
5.1 Paragraph 5.2 The written practice shall describe responsibility of each level of certification for
determining the acceptability of materials or components in accordance with ASME Section V, and
the referencing Codes, Standards, and documents.
5.2 Paragraph 5.3 the written practice shall describe the training, experience, and examination
requirements for each level of certification by method and technique.
5.3 Paragraph 5.4 the written practice shall identify NDE techniques within each method applicable to
the written practice.
6.0 As described in SNT-TC-1A paragraph 6.0 Education, Training, and Experience Requirements for Initial
Qualification, and subparagraphs 6.1, 6.2, 6.3, 6.3.1, and Notes for Table 6.3.1A;
6.1 Paragraph 6.1 candidates for certification in NDE shall have sufficient education, training, and
experience to ensure qualification in those NDE methods in which they are being considered for
certification. Documentation of prior certification may be used as evidence of qualification for
comparable levels of certification provided it has been verified by an NDE Level III.
6.2 Paragraph 6.2 documented training or experience gained in positions and activities comparable to
those of Levels I, II, and III prior to establishment of the written practice may be considered when
satisfying the criteria for education, training, and experience, provided the information has been
verified by an NDE Level III.
6.3 Paragraph 6.3 To be considered for certification, a candidate shall satisfy one of the following
criteria for the applicable NDE level:
6.3.1 NDE Level I and II Limited certifications shall apply to individuals who do not meet the full
training and experience specified in SNT-TC-1A, Table 6.3.1A. Limited certifications shall
be approved by an NDE Level III and documented in certification records.
6.4 Notes for Table 6.3.1A of SNT-TC-1A
6.4.1 Note 2.0 for NDE Level III certification, experience shall consist of the sum of hours for NDE
Level I and Level II, plus the additional time in Table 6.3.1B as applicable. The formal
training shall consist of NDE Level I and Level II training including additional time
required by ASME Section V, the referencing Code, Standards, Specifications, or controlling
documents.
6.4.2 Note 7.0 for an individual currently certified in a Radiography technique and a full course
format was used to meet the initial qualifications in that technique, also see ASME Section
V, Article 1 Mandatory Appendix II for requirements.
6.4.3 Note 10.0 for TOFD and PAUT see ASME Section V, Article 1 Mandatory Appendix II for
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requirements.
6.5 Note for Table 6.3.1B, review of 1000 radiographs are not required, the practical examination shall
consist of a sufficient number of radiographs to demonstrate satisfactory performance to the
certifying Level III or sufficient documented experience as deemed appropriate by the certifying
Level III.
7.0 As described in SNT-TC-1A paragraph 7.0 Training Programs and subparagraphs 7.1 and 7.2;

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7.1 Paragraph 7.1 Personnel being considered for initial certification shall complete sufficient organized
training to become thoroughly familiar with principles and practices of the specified NDE method
related to the level of certification desired and applicable to the processes used and products to be
examined. 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. The organized training shall ensure the student is thoroughly familiar with
principles and practices of the specified NDE method, as applicable to processes used and the
products to be examined. All training programs shall be approved by an NDE Level III. Hours shall
not be credited for “self-study” scenarios.
7.2 The training program shall include sufficient examinations to ensure understanding of the
necessary information.
8.0 As described in SNT-TC-1A paragraph 8.0 Examinations and subparagraphs 8.1.1, 8.1.2, 8.1.2.1, 8.1.3, 8.1.5,
8.2.1, 8.2.2, 8.2.3, 8.3.1, 8.3.2, 8.3.4, 8.4.1, 8.4.2, 8.4.3, 8.4.4, 8.5.1, 8.5.2, 8.5.2.1, 8.5.2.2, 8.5.4, 8.5.5, 8.5.6,
8.6, 8.7.3.2, 8.7.4, and 8.7.5;
8.1 Paragraph 8.1.1 Qualification examination questions shall be approved by an NDE Level III
responsible for the examinations.
8.2 Paragraph 8.1.2 an NDE Level III shall be responsible for administration and grading of General,
Specific, and Practical examinations for Level I, and Level II personnel, as well as Basic, Method,
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Specific, Practical, and Demonstration examinations for Level III personnel. Administration and
grading of examinations may be delegated to qualified representatives of the NDE Level III and so
recorded. A qualified representative of the employer may perform the actual administration and
grading of Level III basic and method examinations. Approved Outside Agencies may also be
utilized for examination activities provided the written practice addresses use of outside agencies.
8.3 Paragraph 8.1.2.1 to be designated as a qualified representative of the NDE Level III for the
administration and grading of NDE Level I and Level II qualification examinations, the designee
shall have documented, appropriate instruction in proper administration and grading of
examinations prior to conducting and grading qualification examinations for NDE personnel.
Additionally, practical examinations shall be administered by an individual certified in the method
as Level II or III
8.4 Paragraph 8.1.3 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.
Questions utilizing such reference materials should require an understanding of the information
rather than merely locating the appropriate answer.
8.5 Paragraph 8.1.4 a composite grade should be determined by simple averaging of the results of the
required examinations.
8.6 Paragraph 8.1.5 examinations administered by the employer 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. The Practical examination shall have a passing grade of at least 80
percent.
8.7 Paragraph 8.2.1 Near-Vision Acuity examination shall be administered annually. 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 or an
equivalent Ortho-Rater or similar test pattern.
8.8 Paragraph 8.2.2 Color Contrast Differentiation shall be administered annually. 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 employer.
8.9 Paragraph 8.2.3 is not allowed, re-examination requirements are above.
8.10 Paragraph 8.3.1 the General examination shall address the basic principles of the method.
8.11 Paragraph 8.3.2 the examinations shall contain questions covering the applicable method to the
degree required by the written practice.
8.12 Paragraph 8.3.4 the minimum number of questions that shall be given are as shown in Table 8.3.4
except for CR, DR Radiography and TOFD, PAUT ultrasonics are defined in Mandatory Appendix II.
8.13 Paragraph 8.4.1 Specific examination shall address equipment, operating procedures, and NDE
techniques that may encounter during specific assignments as required by the written practice.

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8.14 Paragraph 8.4.2 Specific examinations shall cover the specifications or codes and acceptance criteria
used in the employer’s NDE procedures.
8.15 Paragraph 8.4.3 minimum number of questions that shall be given as shown in Table 8.3.4.
8.16 Paragraph 8.4.4 shall not be allowed.
8.17 Paragraph 8.5.1 the candidate shall demonstrate familiarity with and ability to operate necessary
NDE equipment, record, and analyze the resultant information to the degree required.
8.18 Paragraph 8.5.2 numbers of flawed specimens for CR, DR Radiography, and TOFD, PAUT Ultrasonics

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shall be in accordance with Mandatory Appendix II. Other NDE methods shall require one
specimen for each technique practical demonstration and at least two for each method.
8.19 Paragraph 8.5.2.1 shall not be used as requirements are addressed in Mandatory Appendix II.
8.20 Paragraph 8.5.2.2 for Film Interpretation Limited Certification, the practical examination shall
consist of a sufficient number of radiographs to demonstrate satisfactory performance to the
satisfaction of the certifying Level III or sufficient documented experience.
8.21 Paragraph 8.5.3 the description of the specimen, the procedure, and practical examination
checkpoints, as well as the results of the examination shall be documented.
8.22 Paragraph 8.5.4 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 the written
practice. 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.
8.23 Paragraph 8.5.5 Level II Practical Examination, proficiency shall be demonstrated in selecting and
performing the applicable NDE technique, interpreting, and evaluating the results on specimens
approved by the NDE Level III. At least ten (10) different checkpoints requiring an understanding
of NDE variables and the procedural requirements shall be included in the practical examination.
8.24 Paragraph 8.5.6 shall not be allowed.
8.25 Paragraph 8.7 minimum numbers of examination questions shall be as necessary to meet
referencing Code, Standards, and Specifications, in addition to those required by Mandatory
Appendix II.
8.26 Paragraph 8.7.3.2 shall not be allowed.
8.27 Paragraph 8.7.4 and 8.7.5 shall not be allowed for Specific Examinations.
9.0 As described in SNT-TC-1A paragraph 9.0 Certification and subparagraphs 9.2, 9.4, and 9.4.7.
9.1 Paragraph 9.2 shall not be allowed.
9.2 Paragraph 9.4 personnel certification records shall be maintained on file by the employer for the
duration specified in the written practice and shall include the information specified in
subparagraphs of 9.3 except for 9.4.7 which shall not be allowed.
10.0 As described in SNT-TC-1A paragraph 10.0 Technical Performance Evaluation, subparagraph 10.2 shall be
used except as modified above.
11.0 As described in SNT-TC-1A paragraph 11.0 Interrupted Service, subparagraph 11.1 and 11.2 the written
practice shall include rules covering types and duration of interrupted service which specify
reexamination and recertification requirements.
12.0 As described in SNT-TC-1A paragraph 12.0 Recertification, subparagraph 12.1, 12.2, and 12.3.
12.1 Paragraph 12.1 Recertification shall be by re-examination. Continuing satisfactory technical
performance shall not be utilized for recertification without re-examination.
12.2 Paragraph 12.2 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.
12.3 Paragraph 12.3 when new techniques are added to the written practice, NDE personnel shall receive
applicable training, take applicable examinations and obtain necessary experience, such that they
meet requirements for new techniques, prior to their next recertification date.
13.0 As described in SNT-TC-1A paragraph 13.0 Termination, subparagraph 13.2.4.
13.1 Paragraph 13.2.4 Level I and Level II personnel shall be recertified by examination as specified
above. Level III personnel may be recertified by written Method, Specific, and Practical
Examinations and the Demonstration Examination. Alternatively, Level III personnel may be
recertified using only the written Method and Specific Examinations, provided the following
conditions are met:

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13.1.1 Level III candidate was previously certified or recertified using all the written examinations
and the Demonstration Examination.
13.1.2 Level III candidate is not being recertified due to interrupted service as defined in the
written practice.
13.1.3 Level III candidate is not being certified by a new Employer.
13.1.4 For initial certification, the grades for the Basic, Method, Specific, Practical, and
Demonstration Examinations shall be averaged to determine the overall grade. For
recertification, the grades of applicable examinations shall be averaged to determine the
overall grade.

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MANDATORY APPENDIX IV ð19Þ

EXCEPTIONS TO ASNT/ANSI CP-189 2016 EDITION

This Mandatory Appendix is used for the purpose of identifying exceptions to 2016 Edition of ASNT/ANSI CP-189 re-
quirements for “Qualification and Certification of Nondestructive Testing Personnel.” The requirements identified in this
Mandatory Appendix take exception to those specific requirements as identified in the 2016 Edition of ASNT/ANSI
CP-189 document.
In addition to Mandatory Appendix II, the following are exceptions and additions to CP-189 2016 Edition:

Section 2.0 Definitions - As described in CP-189 - paragraph 2.1.22

Add definition for Personalized Instruction;
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2.1.22 Personalized Instruction. Personal Instruction may consist of blended classroom, supervised
laboratory, and/or hybrid online competency-based course delivery. Modular content is addressed
through online presentations, in the classroom, and/or in small groups. Personalized instruction also
enables students to achieve competency using strategies that align with their knowledge, skills and
learning styles.
Section 4.0 Qualification Requirements - As described in CP-189 paragraph 4.1.1.1
Delete self-study as an acceptable form of training.
4.1.1.1 The organized training may include instructor-led training, 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 4.1.2.
Section 6.0 Examinations - As described in CP-189 subparagraphs 6.1, 6.2, 6.4, 6.5 and 6.6;
Defined how long annually is
6.1.3 Frequency. Vision examinations shall be administered annually, except that color differentiation
examinations need be repeated only at each recertification.
Removed the requirement for a Company Level III to be certified by ASNT for their Initial Certification
6.2.1 Initial Requirement. Prior to the employer’s certification examinations, the candidate shall hold a
current Level III for each method for which employer certification is sought, an ASNT Level III
certificate with a currently valid endorsement can be accepted.
Removed waiver of employer based Specific Examination for ASNT certified Level II’s
6.4 ASNT NDT Level II Certificate. The employer may accept a valid ASNT NDT Level II certificate as
meeting the examination requirements of paragraphs 6.3.1 if the NDE Level III has determined that
the ASNT examinations meet the requirements of the employer’s certification procedure.
Removed waiver of employer based Specific Examination for ACCP certified Level II’s
6.5 ACCP Level II Certificate. The employer may accept a valid ACCP Level II certificate as meeting the
examination requirements of paragraphs 6.3.1 if the NDE Level III has determined that the ASNT
examinations meet the requirements of the employer’s certification procedure.
Mandated that the candidate receive at least an 80% on the Practical Examination
6.5.2 Employer Examinations. Examinations administered by the employer 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. The Practical examination shall have a passing grade of at least 80 percent.
The Level III shall determine the minimum number of radiographs to be successfully reviewed by the Candidate
seeking Limited Certification
6.6.4.1 Film Interpretation Limited Certification. The practical examination shall consist of the review and
grading of a sufficient number of radiographs to demonstrate satisfactory performance to the
certifying Level III or sufficient documented experience.
Added acronyms for PAUT and TOFD
6.6.4.2 Phased Array Ultrasonic Testing (PAUT) and Time of Flight Diffraction (TOFD). Flawed samples
used for practical examinations shall be representative of the components and/or configurations that
the candidates would be testing under this endorsement and approved by the NDE Level III.

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Section 7.0 Expiration, Suspension, Revocation, and Reinstatement of Employer Certification - As described in
CP-189 subparagraphs 7.1.2 and Delete 7.1.3
Tied the expiration of a certification to when the examination was taken should it be taken over successive days
7.1.2 5 years from the day of the first examination for each method NDE Level I, NDE Level II and NDE Level
III individuals;
Deleted 7.1.3 to eliminate the link between the employer certified Level III and ASNT Level III
Section 9.0 Records - As described in CP-189 subparagraphs 9.2.1.6
Added the requirement for the Level III to sign the candidate’s certification
9.2.1.6 Signature of the NDE Level III that verified qualifications of candidate for certification shall be affixed to
the certificate.
Appendix B Table - As described in CP-189
Remove footnote 1
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NONMANDATORY APPENDIX A
IMPERFECTION VS TYPE OF NDE METHOD

A-110 SCOPE For service-induced imperfections, accessibility and other con-

Table A-110 lists common imperfections and the NDE
methods that are generally capable of detecting them.
CAUTION: Table A-110 should be regarded for general guidance
only and not as a basis for requiring or prohibiting a particular
type of NDE method for a specific application. For example, ma-
terial and product form are factors that could result in differ-
ences from the degree of effectiveness implied in the table.
ditions at the examination location are also significant factors
that must be considered in selecting a particular NDE method.
In addition, Table A-110 must not be considered to be all inclu-
sive; there are several NDE methods/techniques and imperfec-
tions not listed in the table. The user must consider all
applicable conditions when selecting NDE methods for a specific
application.

Table A-110
Imperfection vs. Type of NDE Method
Subsurface
Surface [Note (1)] [Note (2)] Volumetric [Note (3)]
VT PT MT ET RT UTA UTS AE UTT
Service-Induced Imperfections
Abrasive Wear (Localized) ⦿ ⊛ ⊛ … ⦿ ⊛ ⊛ … ⊛
Baffle Wear (Heat Exchangers) ⦿ … … ⊛ … … … … …
Corrosion-Assisted Fatigue Cracks ⦾ ⊛ ⦿ … ⦾ ⦿ … ⦿ …
Corrosion … … … … … … … … …
-Crevice ⦿ … … … … … … … ⦾
-General / Uniform … … … ⦾ ⊛ … ⊛ … ⦿
-Pitting ⦿ ⦿ ⦾ … ⦿ ⦾ ⦾ ⊛ ⦾
-Selective ⦿ ⦿ ⦾ … … … … … ⦾
Creep (Primary) [Note (4)] … … … … … … … … …
Erosion ⦿ … … … ⦿ ⦾ ⊛ … ⊛
Fatigue Cracks ⦾ ⦿ ⦿ ⊛ ⊛ ⦿ … ⦿ …
Fretting (Heat Exchanger Tubing) ⊛ … … ⊛ … … … … ⊛
Hot Cracking … ⊛ ⊛ … ⊛ ⦾ … ⊛ …
Hydrogen-Induced Cracking … ⊛ ⊛ … ⦾ ⊛ … ⊛ …
Intergranular Stress-Corrosion Cracks … … … … … ⦾ … … …
Stress-Corrosion Cracks (Transgranular) ⦾ ⊛ ⦿ ⦾ ⊛ ⊛ … ⊛ …
Welding Imperfections
Burn Through ⦿ … … … ⦿ ⊛ … … ⦾
Cracks ⦾ ⦿ ⦿ ⊛ ⊛ ⦿ ⦾ ⦿ …
Excessive/Inadequate Reinforcement ⦿ … … … ⦿ ⊛ ⦾ … ⦾
Inclusions (Slag/Tungsten) … … ⊛ ⊛ ⦿ ⊛ ⦾ ⦾ …
Incomplete Fusion ⊛ … ⊛ ⊛ ⊛ ⦿ ⊛ ⊛ …
Incomplete Penetration ⊛ ⦿ ⦿ ⊛ ⦿ ⦿ ⊛ ⊛ …
Misalignment ⦿ … … … ⦿ ⊛ … … …
Overlap ⊛ ⦿ ⦿ ⦾ … ⦾ … … …
Porosity ⦿ ⦿ ⦾ … ⦿ ⊛ ⦾ ⦾ …
Root Concavity ⦿ … … … ⦿ ⊛ ⦾ ⦾ ⦾
Undercut ⦿ ⊛ ⊛ ⦾ ⦿ ⊛ ⦾ ⦾ …
Product Form Imperfections
Bursts (Forgings) ⦾ ⦿ ⦿ ⊛ ⊛ ⊛ ⊛ ⦿ …
Cold Shuts (Castings) ⦾ ⦿ ⦿ ⦾ ⦿ ⊛ ⊛ ⦾ …
Cracks (All Product Forms) ⦾ ⦿ ⦿ ⊛ ⊛ ⊛ ⦾ ⦿ …
Hot Tear (Castings) ⦾ ⦿ ⦿ ⊛ ⊛ ⊛ ⦾ ⦾ …

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Table A-110
Imperfection vs. Type of NDE Method (Cont'd)
Subsurface
Surface [Note (1)] [Note (2)] Volumetric [Note (3)]
VT PT MT ET RT UTA UTS AE UTT
Inclusions (All Product Forms) … … ⊛ ⊛ ⦿ ⊛ ⦾ ⦾ …
Lamination (Plate, Pipe) ⦾ ⊛ ⊛ … … ⦾ ⦿ ⦾ ⦿
Laps (Forgings) ⦾ ⦿ ⦿ ⦾ ⊛ … ⦾ ⦾ …
Porosity (Castings) ⦿ ⦿ ⦾ … ⦿ ⦾ ⦾ ⦾ …
Seams (Bar, Pipe) ⦾ ⦿ ⦿ ⊛ ⦾ ⊛ ⊛ ⦾ …

Legend:
AE — Acoustic Emission
UTT — Ultrasonic Thickness Measurements ⊛ — One or more standard technique(s) will
ET — Electromagnetic (Eddy Current)
VT — Visual detect this imperfection under certain
MT — Magnetic Particle
conditions.
PT — Liquid Penetrant
⦿ — All or most standard techniques will ⦾ — Special techniques, conditions, and/or
RT — Radiography
detect this imperfection under all or most personnel qualifications are required to
UTA — Ultrasonic Angle Beam
conditions. detect this imperfection.
UTS — Ultrasonic Straight Beam

GENERAL NOTE: Table A-110 lists imperfections and NDE methods that are capable of detecting them. It must be kept in mind that this
table is very general in nature. Many factors influence the detectability of imperfections. This table assumes that only qualified personnel are
performing nondestructive examinations and good conditions exist to permit examination (good access, surface conditions, cleanliness,
etc.).
NOTES:
(1) Methods capable of detecting imperfections that are open to the surface only.
(2) Methods capable of detecting imperfections that are either open to the surface or slightly subsurface.
(3) Methods capable of detecting imperfections that may be located anywhere within the examined volume.
(4) Various NDE methods are capable of detecting tertiary (3rd stage) creep and some, particularly using special techniques, are capable of
detecting secondary (2nd stage) creep. There are various descriptions/definitions for the stages of creep and a particular description/
definition will not be applicable to all materials and product forms.
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