Guideline F-03
The Directive does not require for qualification of forming procedures in section 3.1.1 of Annex I, although it includes such a qualification for permanent joints in section 3.1.2 of Annex I. But there is an essential requirement about the preparation of the component parts (cf Annex I, point 3.1.1) and the manufacturer shall demonstrate in […]
Guideline F-09
No. According to Annex I Section 3.1.3 the PED requires qualification for NDT personnel that carry out NDT of permanent joints. No accreditation is required for the manufacturer’s NDT or DT laboratory or for the testing laboratory that the manufacturer may subcontract for NDT or DT.
Guideline F-14
Yes, when the weldment can create a pressure hazard on the pressure bearing component. Examples of welding operation for which qualification is required according to Annex I section 3.1.2 include: Examples of welding operations for which qualification is required according to Annex I section 3.1.2, unless the hazard analysis demonstrates that there is no pressure […]