Non-Destructive testing allows examination of structures, materials or components without damaging or destroying the object being tested. PHOTO courtesy Oseon.
The CWB Group, a not-for-profit industry-funded organization that administers third-party certification systems in Canada, has announced that it will become a certification body for non-destructive personnel (NDT) by early 2024.
The organization will certify individuals to the Canadian standard CAN/CGSB-48.9712 Non-destructive testing – Qualification and certification of NDT personnel.
Non-Destructive testing allows examination of structures, materials or components without damaging or destroying the object being tested, and provides a means to ensure product reliability and quality. There are an assortment of NDT techniques used throughout a broad cross-section of industries. The five most widely used techniques being radiography, ultrasonics, eddy current, liquid penetrant and magnetic particle.
“The CWB Group believes in a strong third-party certification program to help ensure public safety and recognize the excellence of Canadian skilled trades and inspection personnel in meeting world-class standards,” CWB Group stated in a release, pointing to its long history of administering third-party certification systems in Canada, including the national visual welding inspector program under CSA W178.2.
CWB staff are actively involved in driving best practices in certification programs and in the development and improvement of NDT certification standards both in Canada and around the world.
The CWB Group says it will continue to work in close partnership with the existing network of NDT training delivery organizations and examination delivery organizations to ensure the needs of all Canadians are met.
“The CWB Group is excited to take on this new role and looks forward to continuing to support the Canadian industry. Our decision to become a certification body for NDT personnel is a result of industry professionals showcasing a need for it, and we are happy to comply. We are and always have been committed to helping the industry grow strong and be competitive now and in the future,” said Craig Martin, VP of Certification.
“The CWB Group is excited to take on this new role and looks forward to continuing to support the Canadian industry. Our decision to become a certification body for NDT personnel is a result of industry professionals showcasing a need for it, and we are happy to comply. We are and always have been committed to helping the industry grow strong and be competitive now and in the future,” said Craig Martin, VP of Certification.
