ASME ANDE-1

Abstract

<em>(a)</em> This Standard includes both performance-based and prescriptive requirements to be used for an ASME Nondestructive Examination and Quality Control Central Qualification and Certification Program that applies to NDE personnel and QC Inspection personnel. <br><em>(b)</em> This Standard uses a SAT process that integrates with JTAs and established Body of Knowledge (BoK) requirements, to provide personnel experience requirements, written examinations, and practical demonstrations. <br><em>(c)</em> This Standard is applied by a Third-Party Certification Organization, which is referred to within this Standard as a Certification Body (CB). <br><em>(d)</em> The use of the terms Level I, Level II, or Level III in this Standard apply to a CB certified individual. <br><em>(e)</em> Specific requirements for industry sectors are included in the Mandatory Appendices of this Standard such as the Nuclear Sector in Mandatory Appendix I.