This standard defines the requirements and program for the American Welding Society to certify welding inspectors. The certification of visual welding inspectors requires documentaiton of experience, satisfactory completion of an examination, and proof of visual acuity. The examination tests the inspector's knowledge of welding processes, welding procedures, destructive tests, terms, definitions, symbols, reports, safety, and responsibilities.

This standard defines the requirements and program for the American Welding Society to certify welding inspectors. The certification of visual welding inspectors requires documentaiton of experience, satisfactory completion of an examination, and proof of visual acuity. The examination tests the inspector's knowledge of welding processes, welding procedures, destructive tests, terms, definitions, symbols, reports, safety, and responsibilities.

Defines the requirements and program for the American Welding Society to certify welding inspectors.

Introductory technical guidance for civil engineers and construction and maintenance managers interested in welding inspection methods and techniques. Here is what is discussed: 1. GENERAL 2.. REVIEWING AND APPROVING WELDING PROCEDURES 3. WELDING PERSONNEL QUALIFICATION 4. INSPECTOR QUALIFICATIONS 5. INSPECTION CATEGORIES AND TASKS 6. WELD QUALITY 7. REPAIRS TO BASE METAL AND WELDS.