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Use this worksheet in conjunction with the Testing (General Items) and Ultrasonics worksheets
How has the test procedure been validated? (eg., against basic NDT
techniques, other test equipment, using a variety of discontinuities, etc.)
What are the limits of detection ie., what are the dimensions of the
largest discontinuity (of the various types) likely to be missed?
How accurate is the discontinuity sizing? How has this accuracy been
established?
Are there any special requirements for material preparation, eg. surface
finish, cleanliness, colour, etc.?
How have operators been trained and qualified in the operation of the
specialist testing system?
Records
Couplant used
Reports
If the client has provided written agreement for simplified reporting, all of the following items must be available
within the facilitys record system
Have reporting details and data presentation been agreed with the
client?
Equipment
What UT systems are being used by the facility (makes and models)?
Reference Materials
Test Methods
What sizing and identification techniques are used? Have these been
agreed with the client?
Technique:
Do the test site conditions impose any limitations on the test or its
effectiveness?
Display:
Probes:
Probe types for internal flaws, surface-breaking flaws and flaw sizing
Accuracy - precision
- resolution: lateral uncertainty in flaw position
scanning errors
velocity and timing issues
PHASED ARRAY
The following items should be considered
Equipment Performance Checks:
At what intervals are performance checks performed?
Probes
Assessor Date