ASME Non-Destructive Examination Certification - Potential Roles

CB (Certifying Body)
  • Verify compliance with the ANDE-1 standard and issue certification
AQB (Authorized Qualifying Body)
  • Candidate qualification verification
  • Functions delegated by the CB including oversight.
DTO (Designated Test Organization)
  • Administer ANDE-1 written and practical demonstrations as delegated by the CB or AQB
  • More Designated Test Organizations are needed!
ANDE-1 Community
  • Societies - Promote the certification among members.
  • Individuals seeking performance excellence backed by a globally recognized certification
Trailblazers (ASME ANDE-1 Transitional Level III will be provided fast track to ANDE-1 certification)
  • Requirements:
    • Current NDE and QC Level III Inspector
    • Current Level III certification based on third party examinations
    • 5 years’ experience as Level III
       
  • Duties:
    • Administer On-the-Job-Training and Task Performance Evaluation
    • Ensure candidates have the skills, knowledge, and ability to successfully perform inspection in their area of certification.
    • Certify personnel Qualification Card