BS EN 4179:2021

What is BS EN 4179 - Qualification of personnel for non-destructive testing about?

This 2021 European revision sets out the requirements for operating approval of personnel who conduct non-destructive testing in the aerospace industry. BS EN 4179 on the qualification of personnel for non-destructive testing for the first time allows for the remote observation trainees.

Who is BS EN 4179 - Qualification of personnel for non-destructive testing for?

BS EN 4179 on the qualification of personnel for non-destructive testing can be adopted by anyone directly responsible for the technical adequacy of the non-destructive test methods used; who approves non-destructive test procedures and/or work instructions; who audits non-destructive test facilities; or who provides technical non-destructive test support or training. Users will include:

• Certification bodies
• Aerospace quality managers
• Aerospace technical specialists
• Employers using certified NDT personnel

What does BS EN 4179 - Qualification of personnel for non-destructive testing cover?

BS EN 4179 on the qualification of personnel for non-destructive testing establishes the minimum requirements for the qualification and certification of personnel performing non-destructive testing, non-destructive inspection, or non-destructive evaluation in the aerospace manufacturing, service, maintenance, and overhaul industries.

BS EN 4179 also equips employers to develop and maintain written practice for the qualification and certification of non-destructive testing personnel.
Why should you use BS EN 4179 - Qualification of personnel for non-destructive testing?

• It helps assure the competence of certified personnel effectively and efficiently
• For the first time, it allows for remote observation of trainees
• It reflects modern non-destructive testing methods
• It helps users develop their expertise in NDT certification and recertification

What’s new about BS EN 4179 - Qualification of personnel for non-destructive testing?

This is a revision of BS EN 4179:2017. BS EN 4179:2021:

• Updates the requirements for common non-destructive methods
• Updates the list of common test methods
• Removes uncommon test methods and references to canceled standards
• Clarifies the descriptions of Responsibility Levels
• Introduces the use of modern technologies that allow for uninterrupted remote visual and verbal contact with trainees as opposed to the previous need for ‘direct observation’

BS EN 4179 contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goal 9 on industry, innovation and infrastructure.