Introduction:

• This technical proposal outlines our program for the qualification and certification of NDT personnel in Thermal/Infrared Testing Level I. The program is designed and delivered in strict compliance with ANSI/ASNT CP-189:2024 and ANSI/ASNT CP-105, ensuring full adherence to the certification requirements of the American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT).
• Oversight, approval, and final certification will be provided by an ASNT Level III in
• Thermal/Infrared Testing 
• The scope of this program is to train, examine, and certify candidates to NDT Level I in Thermal/Infrared Testing. The certification process covers training, vision examinations, written examinations General, Specific & practical demonstrations, and final certification records.

Qualification & Training Requirements:

• Training Hours: Minimum of 32 hours, as per ANSI/ASNT CP-189:2024.
• Training Content: Topics as defined in ANSI/ASNT CP-105, supplemented with additional modules required by the client and approved by the ASNT Level III.
• Instruction: Delivered by qualified NDT Instructors, under the designation and oversight of an ASNT Level III. Specialists (e.g., metallurgists, welding engineers) may support delivery where relevant.
• Credit: Training credit is granted only upon successful completion of the final examination.

Examinations:

6.1 Vision Examinations
- Near Vision: Ability to read Jaeger No. 1 (or equivalent) at ≥12 inches, natural or corrected.
- Color Vision: Demonstrated ability to distinguish required colors/shades.
- Administered per approved procedures, under ASNT Level III oversight.
6.2 Written Examinations
General Exam:
- Approved by ASNT Level III.
- Covers body of knowledge in ANSI/ASNT CP-105.
- Minimum 40 questions (per ANSI/ASNT CP-189:2024).
Specific Exam:
- Approved by ASNT Level III.

Practical Examination:

• Candidate demonstrates proficiency by testing representative samples.
• Results documented and evaluated under ASNT Level III supervision.

Passing Rate:

• For General Exam, each candidate shall achieve a grade of at least 70%.
• For Specific Exam, each candidate shall achieve a grade of at least 70%.
• For practical examinations, each candidate shall achieve a grade of at least 80%.
• A composite average grade of 80% is required to be eligible for certification.

Certification & Records:

• Certification: Issued upon successful completion of General, Specific, and Practical exams.
• Record: Maintained as per CP-189:2024, including:
• Candidate’s name and NDT method.
• Certification level and technique(s) covered.
• Limitations, if any.
• Examination results.
• Certification and expiration dates.
• Verification by ASNT Level III signature.
• Re-Examination: Candidates who fail must undergo additional training or wait 30 days before re-attempt.