EN ISO 9712:2012

Foreword
Introduction
1 Scope
2 Normative references
3 Terms and definitions
4 Symbols and abbreviated terms
5 Responsibilities
6 Levels of qualification
7 Eligibility
8 Qualification examination
9 Certification
10 Renewal
11 Recertification
12 Files
13 Transition period
14 Transition between EN 473:2008,[4] ISO 9712:2005
   and this International Standard
Annex A (normative) - Sectors
Annex B (normative) - Minimum number and type
        of specimens for the Level 1 and
        Level practical examination
Annex C (normative) - Structured credit system
        for Level 3 recertification
Annex D (normative) - Grading practical examination
Annex E (informative) - Engineering of NDT
Bibliography
Annex ZA (informative) - Relationship between
         this European Standard and the Essential
         Requirements of EU Directive 97/23/EC

This International Standard specifies requirements for principles for the qualification and certification of personnel who perform industrial non-destructive testing (NDT).The system specified in this International Standard can also apply to other NDT methods or to new techniques within an established NDT method, provided a comprehensive scheme of certification exists and the method or technique is covered by International, regional or national standards or the new NDT method or technique has been demonstrated to be effective to the satisfaction of the certification body.The certification covers proficiency in one or more of the following methods: a) acoustic emission testing; b) eddy current testing; c) infrared thermographic testing; d) leak testing (hydraulic pressure tests excluded); e) magnetic testing; f) penetrant testing; g) radiographic testing; h) strain gauge testing; i) ultrasonic testing; j) visual testing (direct unaided visual tests and visual tests carried out during the application of another NDT method are excluded).