What is BS EN 4179 - Qualification of personnel for non-destructive testing about?
This 2021 European revision sets out the requirements for operating approval of personnel who conduct non-destructive testing in the aerospace industry. BS EN 4179 on the qualification of personnel for non-destructive testing for the first time allows for the remote observation trainees.
Who is BS EN 4179 - Qualification of personnel for non-destructive testing for?
BS EN 4179 on the qualification of personnel for non-destructive testing can be adopted by anyone directly responsible for the technical adequacy of the non-destructive test methods used; who approves non-destructive test procedures and/or work instructions; who audits non-destructive test facilities; or who provides technical non-destructive test support or training. Users will include:
Certification bodies
Aerospace quality managers
Aerospace technical specialists
Employers using certified NDT personnel
What does BS EN 4179 - Qualification of personnel for non-destructive testing cover?
BS EN 4179 on the qualification of personnel for non-destructive testing establishes the minimum requirements for the qualification and certification of personnel performing non-destructive testing, non-destructive inspection, or non-destructive evaluation in the aerospace manufacturing, service, maintenance, and overhaul industries.
BS EN 4179 also equips employers to develop and maintain written practice for the qualification and certification of non-destructive testing personnel. Why should you use BS EN 4179 - Qualification of personnel for non-destructive testing?
It helps assure the competence of certified personnel effectively and efficiently
For the first time, it allows for remote observation of trainees
It reflects modern non-destructive testing ...
BS EN 4179:2021 history
2022BS EN 4179:2021 Aerospace series. Qualification and approval of personnel for non-destructive testing
2017BS EN 4179:2017 Aerospace series. Qualification and approval of personnel for non-destructive testing
2010BS EN 4179:2009 Aerospace series - Qualification and approval of personnel for non-destructive testing
2006BS EN 4179:2005 Aerospace series - Qualification and approval of personnel for non-destructive testing