TWI Frequently asked questions
The CSWIP Welding Inspector and Senior Welding Inspector renewal requirements have been established to ensure the continuing performance of personnel working in the field of welding inspection. Similar to a welder approval, a periodic re-evaluation is seen as paramount to maintaining the credibility of your qualification, and to ensuring the high level of proficiency and high standards demanded by industry.
QUESTION
How can I renew my CSWIP qualification after 10 years?
ANSWER
For WELDING INSPECTOR 3.1 & 3.2.1
A practical visual inspection of a pipe or plate sample
If you are able to look back 10 years and consider the initial CSWIP examination, you may remember some of the details of this. You will be required to carry out an in-depth evaluation of a welded sample and specify the
A multi-choice question paper of inspection technology
This covers a very broad syllabus, the requirements of which are specified in the CSWIP Requirement Document WI-6
It should be remembered that both of the above assessments have details, which, for many people, are unknown. A short refresher tutorial is therefore recommended.
for SENIOR WELDING INSPECTOR 3.2.2
A Radiographic Interpretation examination (theory and practical)
A Radiographic Interpretation examination (theory and practical) in addition to the requirements for 3.1 & 3.2.1 renewal are required
QUESTION
I already hold a CSWIP/PCN Radiographic interpretation certificate, do I need to sit a further Radiographic interpretation examination to be awarded my 3.2.2 certificate
ANSWER
Yes, you will still need to sit the examination to be awarded a 3.2.2 certificate
One final point you may wish to consider is a WELDER.
The welder is required to renew his qualification typically every six months. In fact, the welder is tested every day to ensure the requirements are met.
One final point you may wish to consider is a WELDER.
The welder is required to renew his qualification typically every six months. In fact, the welder is tested every day to ensure the requirements are met.
Doesn't 10 years seem reasonable after all !
For further renewal information contact twicertification@twi.co.uk, for training advice contact trainexam@twi.co.uk
