Author - Christopher Andersen

Why NDT Inspector Records Drive NADCAP Audit Results

Why NDT Inspector Records Drive NADCAP Audit Results

After spending decades in aerospace NDT, I can tell you this with complete confidence: Audits are not about what you know. They’re about what you can prove. I’ve worked with companies of all sizes—OEMs, primes, and independent labs—and the same issue comes up repeatedly. It’s not that inspectors aren’t qualified. It’s that organizations can’t prove they are qualified when...

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NDT Level 3 Solution to Managing Certification Records

An NDT Level 3’s Solution to Managing Certification Records

The Challenge I Faced Managing NDT Certification Records Over the years, I’ve spent a lot of time managing NDT certification programs and supporting organizations through NADCAP audits. One thing became clear very early on: maintaining control of certification records and ensuring proper validation of competency is one of the most difficult responsibilities for a Responsible Level 3. Certification records...

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