RT II Interpreters technicians should be competent to select the NDT technique for the testing method to be used; define the limitations of application of the testing method; (ensure scope coverage and compliance with customer requirements); interpret and evaluate results according to applicable standards, codes, specifications or procedures; (accept or reject relevant indications) and carry out and supervise all tasks at or below Level II.
This is a limited qualification since translation of NDT codes, standards, specifications, and procedures into NDT instructions adapted to the actual working conditions; (create written instruction); set up and verify equipment settings; (ensure quality of inspection) as well as the perform and supervise of tests have been omitted from the course syllabus.
General, specific and practical training is provided and daily formative assessments are used to monitor progress and a final assessment is utilised to assess the success of the training programme and to issue a proof of training document. Following the successful completion of the training programme, candidates will be eligible to write the qualification examination conducted by the Personnel Certification Body, where after industrial experience of 9 months can be gained towards personnel certification.
