ASTM E1212-04(2008)
(Practice)Standard Practice for Quality Management Systems for Nondestructive Testing Agencies
Standard Practice for Quality Management Systems for Nondestructive Testing Agencies
SIGNIFICANCE AND USE
This practice covers procedures for establishing and maintaining a quality system for nondestructive testing agencies.
Controlling the quality of service rendered is a continuing process. This practice provides guidelines for establishing a quality management system that provides for: calibration, standardization, reference samples, examination plans, and procedures.
The basic requirements for a quality management system encompass the following areas, all of which shall be documented.
Quality policy statement, planning, and administration,
Organization,
Human resources,
Physical resources, and
Quality management.
SCOPE
1.1 This practice covers general requirements for the establishment and maintenance of a quality management system for agencies engaged in nondestructive testing (NDT).
1.2 This practice utilizes criteria contained in Practice E 543.
1.3 This practice utilizes criteria contained in American National Standard ANSI/ISO/ASQ Q9001–2000, Quality management systems—Requirements.
1.4 This practice recognizes the importance of establishing minimum safety criteria.
1.5 This practice does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this practice to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
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Designation:E1212–04 (Reapproved 2008)
Standard Practice for
Quality Management Systems for Nondestructive Testing
Agencies
This standard is issued under the fixed designation E 1212; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of
original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. A
superscript epsilon (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
1. Scope Q9000 Series of Quality Management and Quality Assur-
ance (Q9000 through Q9004 inclusive) Standards (These
1.1 This practice covers general requirements for the estab-
are exact equivalents to the ISO 9000 through ISO 9004
lishment and maintenance of a quality management system for
series)
agencies engaged in nondestructive testing (NDT).
2.4 AIA Standard:
1.2 This practice utilizes criteria contained in Practice
NAS 410 NAS Certification and Qualification of Nonde-
E 543.
structive Testing Personnel
1.3 This practice utilizes criteria contained in American
National StandardANSI/ISO/ASQ Q9001–2000, Quality man-
3. Terminology
agement systems—Requirements.
3.1 Definitions of Terms Specific to This Practice:
1.4 This practice recognizes the importance of establishing
3.1.1 agency, n—the public, independent, or in-house non-
minimum safety criteria.
destructive testing organization selected by the authority to
1.5 This practice does not purport to address all of the
perform the examination(s) required by the purchase order or
safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the
specification.
responsibility of the user of this practice to establish appro-
3.1.2 authority, n—the owner, prime contractor, engineer,
priate safety and health practices and determine the applica-
architect, or purchasing agent in responsible charge of the
bility of regulatory limitations prior to use.
work, or duly recognized or designated representative.
2. Referenced Documents 3.1.3 continual quality improvement, n—an ongoing quality
improvement activity for achieving results. Improvement may
2.1 ASTM Standards:
be directed at individual processes, finished products, or
E 543 Specification for Agencies Performing Nondestruc-
administrative processes. The continual quality improvement
tive Testing
program utilizes statistical methods, team projects, and other
E 1359 GuideforEvaluatingCapabilitiesofNondestructive
tools as appropriate to obtain and sustain improvements.
Testing Agencies
3 3.1.4 customer, n—customer is used with the same meaning
2.2 ASNT/ANSI Standards:
as “authority.”
ASNT SNT-TC-1A Recommended Practice for Personnel
3.1.5 process capability, n—the degree to which a process
Qualification and Certification in Nondestructive Testing
can produce the same results without variation, that is, repro-
ANSI/ASNT CP 189 Qualification and Certification of
ducibility.
Nondestructive Testing Personnel
3.1.6 process control, n—managing a process to ensure that
2.3 ANSI/ASQ Standards:
4 it is performing to its designed capability.
A8402 Management and Quality Assurance-Vocabulary
3.1.7 quality management system, n—the organizational
structure,responsibilities,practices,procedures,processes,and
This practice is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee E07 on Nonde-
resources for implementing and maintaining the quality pro-
structive Testing and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee E07.09 on
gram.
Nondestructive Testing Agencies.
3.1.8 quality manual, n—acomprehensivedocumentstating
Current edition approved July 1, 2008. Published September 2008. Originally
approved in 1987. Last previous edition approved in 2004 as E 1212 - 04.
the quality policy and specifying organizational structure,
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practices, and procedures necessary to empower the quality
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policy and quality management system.
Standards volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on
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3.1.9 quality objectives, n—specific obtainable improve- 5.5.3 Ageneraldescriptionofqualityplanningrequirements
ment goals supporting the quality program. with specifics for each product category where appropriate,
3.1.10 quality policy, n—theoverallintentionsanddirection
5.5.4 The requirements of Practice E 543 pertaining to the
of an organization regarding quality as formally expressed by laboratory procedure manual, and
top management.
5.5.5 Typically used examination procedures.
3.1.11 quality records, n—formal documentation of exami-
5.6 Administration—Clear lines of authority shall be estab-
nation results or data supporting the quality management
lished to administer the quality management system.
system.
5.6.1 Quality Responsibility—The quality responsibility of
3.1.11.1 Discussion—Examples are: audit reports, calibra-
eachunitwithintheorganizationshallbeapprovedbythechief
tion data, NDT records, process qualification results, qualifi-
operation officer of each unit.
cation data, and test data.
5.6.2 Quality Performance Reporting—Responsibility for
reporting performance against stated quality objectives to
4. Significance and Use
higher management should rest with functions independent of
4.1 This practice covers procedures for establishing and
those responsible for the attainment of those objectives. Pro-
maintaining a quality system for nondestructive testing agen-
cedures for documentation and record retention should be
cies.
established.
4.2 Controlling the quality of service rendered is a continu-
5.6.3 Quality System Audits—To provide assurance, a peri-
ing process. This practice provides guidelines for establishing
odic audit of the quality management system should be made
a quality management system that provides for: calibration,
by an organizational element independent of the unit being
standardization, reference samples, examination plans, and
auditedorbyaqualifiedthirdpartytomonitortheeffectiveness
procedures.
of various quality management system processes. It may
4.3 The basic requirements for a quality management sys-
include, as appropriate:
tem encompass the following areas, all of which shall be
5.6.3.1 Management audits to determine how well quality
documented.
policy and objectives are being met,
4.3.1 Quality policy statement, planning, and administra-
5.6.3.2 System audits, including examination process audits
tion,
to determine how well quality planning has been implemented
4.3.2 Organization,
and to identify areas where changes would be beneficial to the
4.3.3 Human resources,
quality services performed, and
4.3.4 Physical resources, and
5.6.3.3 Records documenting findings and corrective and
4.3.5 Quality management.
preventive actions taken.
5. Quality Policy Statement, Planning, and
6. Organization
Administration
6.1 The following information concerning the organization
5.1 Policy Statement—A policy statement shall describe
of the agency shall be documented.
management’s specific intention and policy with respect to
6.1.1 A description of the organization including:
quality. The policy statement should specify an organized
6.1.1.1 The complete legal name and address of the main
approach for carrying out those intentions and should address
office,
itself to all major quality parameters. It should be approved by
6.1.1.2 Thenamesandpositionsoftheprincipalofficersand
the chief executive officer for company-wide policies or by
directors,
subordinate officers for specialized policies. Periodic audits
6.1.1.3 The agency’s ownership, managerial structure, and
should be required to ensure adherence to quality policies.
principal members,
5.2 Quality Objectives—Objectives should be established
6.1.1.4 The functional description of the agency’s organiza-
for appropriate key elements of performance such as safety
tional structure, operational departments, and support depart-
requirements, internal performance levels, vendor perfor-
ments and services. This may be demonstrated in the form of
mance, training, and qualification of personnel.
charts that depict all the divisions, departments, sections and
5.3 Quality Management System—A quality management
units, and their relationships,
system shall be established that will carry out the stated
6.1.1.5 All relevant organizational affiliates of the agency
policies and objectives.
and principal officers of affiliates and directors of affiliates
5.4 Quality Planning—Planning for each new or modified
where applicable,
process or test method should define those characteristics to be
6.1.1.6 External organizations and organizational compo-
controlled. Quality planning also includes providing for ad-
nents and their functions that are utilized for significant
ministrative processes needed to implement compliance with
technical support services, and
this practice.
6.1.1.7 A brief history of the agency including its relation-
5.5 Quality Manual—The quality policy and system shall
ship with its organizational component affiliations and other
be documented and be in accessible form, such as a quality
supporting information.
manual or series of manuals. Key elements should include, as
necessary: 6.1.2 A listing of the relevant technical services offered.
5.5.1 The general quality statement, 6.1.3 A list giving applicable dates of qualifications and
5.5.2 A description of the quality system, accreditations.
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7. Human Resources 9. Quality Management
7.1 General—Thoseaspectsofthequalitysystemwherethe 9.1 Purchased NDT Equipment, Materials, and Services:
work of the employees will affect the quality of products shall
9.1.1 General—The quality management system shall in-
be identified, and specific action taken to control them.
clude procedures to ensure effective supplier quality manage-
7.2 Management Responsibilities—The quality-related re-
mentforallpurchasedmaterialsandservices.Controlsshallbe
quirements,duties,andresponsibilitiesofallpersonnelshallbe
provided for materials, equipment, and any subcontracted
identified. Job criteria that are quality-related should be speci-
services.
fied in job descriptions to permit proper employee selection.
9.1.2 Supplier Quality Program and Selection Methods—
7.3 Employee Selection and Training—Employees shall be
Procedures shall be established for the selection and qualifica-
selected on the basis of capability and experience or the
tion of suppliers, such as supplier surveys, past quality history,
potential to fully qualify for the job. A training program shall
and industry history. Each supplier’s quality capability shall be
be maintained to ensure employees develop and retain skill
periodically evaluated, including audit visits where appropri-
competence. Nondestructive testing (NDT) personnel shall be
ate, based upon performance. The requirements for quality
qualified in accordance with a nationally recognized NDT
management shall be established in the purchase agreement.
personnel qualification practice or standard such as ANSI/
The purchase agreement should include the elements of the
ASNT-CP-189, ASNT/SNT-TC-1A, AIA/NAS 410, or a simi-
quality management system that are to be performed by the
lar document. The practice or standard used and the applicable
supplier in assuring quality.
revision shall be specified in the contractual agreement be-
9.1.3 Receiving Inspection—For those purchased items
tween the using parties.
where inspection upon receipt is acceptable, inspection of
7.4 The agency shall provide the following documentation:
submitted items shall be performed to the degree and extent
7.4.1 Awritten outline or chart giving operational personnel
needed to determine acceptability. Receiving inspection shall
positions and their lines of responsibility and authority, and
include well-maintained records so that past supplier perfor-
7.4.2 A summary job description for each professional,
mance is available. Adequate facilities and procedures for
scientific, supervisory, and technical position category includ-
storage, handling, protection, and controlled release of pur-
ing the required education, training and experience, certifica-
chased materials shall be established. Materials inspected,
tion, or professional licenses.
tested, and approved shall be separated from withheld or
7.5 The agency shall provide a description of its methods of
rejected materials.
maintaining personnel records to document the qualifications,
9.1.4 Nonconforming Material Control—Control of non-
work experience, and training history of each person in the
conforming purchased supplies or equipment shall be main-
positions described in 7.4.2. The agency shall also provide a
tained to ensure that such items are not used.
description of its means of ensuring confidence in its human
9.1.5 Subcontracted Services—When the agency utilizes
resources including the maintenance of records.
the services of another agency to perform all or part of its
services, provisions shall be made to ensure that the activities
8. Physical Resources
are performed in accordance with the purchaser’s require-
ments. Actions to be taken shall be included in the agency’s
8.1 The agency shall provide an inventory of its relevant
physical resources including: quality assurance manual. The requirements of Guide E 1359
shall be used as a guide in evaluating the quality system of the
8.1.1 A general description of the agency’s facilities for
subcontracted agency.
NDT related activities.
8.1.2 An inventory of equipment used to perform NDT 9.2 Measuring and Test Equipment:
including the following for each item of equipment: 9.2.1 Measuring and test equipment shall be of the type,
8.1.2.1 Type of equipment and use, range, accuracy, precision, stability, and resolution appropriate
8.1.2.2 Name of manufacturer, for its intended use.
8.1.2.3 The equipment model and serial number, 9.2.2 Measuring and test equipment shall be calibrated and
8.1.2.4 Properties of the equipment subject to standardiza- controlled to ensure accuracy of measurement of product and
tion or calibration, processes to specified requirements.Acalibration system shall
8.1.2.5 The range of operation and range of cal
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Designation:E1212–99 Designation:E1212–04 (Reapproved 2008)
Standard Practice for
Quality ControlManagement Systems for Nondestructive
Testing Agencies
This standard is issued under the fixed designation E 1212; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of
original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. A
superscript epsilon (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
1. Scope
1.1 This practice covers general requirements for the establishment and maintenance of a quality controlmanagement system
for agencies engaged in nondestructive testing (NDT).
1.2 This practice utilizes criteria contained in Practice E 543.
1.3This practice utilizes criteria contained in ANSI/ASQC American National Standards Q90 Series.
1.3 This practice utilizes criteria contained inAmerican National StandardANSI/ISO/ASQ Q9001–2000, Quality management
systems—Requirements.
1.4 This practice recognizes the importance of establishing minimum safety criteria.
1.5 This standardpractice does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the
responsibility of the user of this standardpractice to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the
applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
2. Referenced Documents
2.1 ASTM Standards:
E 543Practice Specification for Agencies Performing Nondestructive Testing
E 1359 Guide for Evaluating Capabilities of Nondestructive Testing Agencies
2.2 ASNT/ANSI Standards:
SNT-TC-1A Recommended Practice for Personnel Qualification and Certification in Nondestructive Testing
ASNT SNT-TC-1A Recommended Practice for Personnel Qualification and Certification in Nondestructive Testing
ANSI/ASNT CP 189 Qualification and Certification of Nondestructive Testing Personnel
2.3 ANSI/ASQ American National Standards: ANSI/ASQ Standards:
A8402 Management and Quality Assurance-Vocabulary
Q9000 Series of Quality Management and Quality Assurance (Q9000 through Q9004 inclusive) Standards (These are exact
equivalents to the ISO 9000 through ISO 9004 series)
2.4 AIA Standard:
NAS 410 NAS Certification and Qualification of Nondestructive Testing Personnel
3. Terminology
3.1 Definitions of Terms Specific to This Standard:Practice:
3.1.1 agency, n—the public, independent, or in-house nondestructive testing organization selected by the authority to perform
the examination(s) required by the purchase order or specification.
3.1.2 authority, n—the owner, prime contractor, engineer, architect, or purchasing agent in responsible charge of the work, or
This practice is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee E-7 on Nondestructive Testing and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee E07.09 on Nondestructive
Testing Laboratories.
Current edition approved June 10, 1999. Published August 1999. Originally published as E1212–87. Last previous edition E1212–95.
This practice is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee E07 on Nondestructive Testing and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee E07.09 on Nondestructive
Testing Agencies.
Current edition approved July 1, 2008. Published September 2008. Originally approved in 1987. Last previous edition approved in 2004 as E 1212 - 04.
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, Vol 03.03.volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on the ASTM website.
Available from the American Society for Nondestructive Testing, 1711 Arlingate Lane, Columbus, OH 43228-0518.
Available from American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT), P.O. Box 28518, 1711 Arlingate Ln., Columbus, OH 43228-0518, http://www.asnt.org.
Available from the American Society for Quality , 310 West Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53203.
Available from American Society for Quality (ASQ), 600 N. Plankinton Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53203, http://www.asq.org.
Available from Aerospace Industries Association of America, 1250 Eye Street, NW, Suite 1200, Washington, DC 20005.
Available from Aerospace Industries Association of America, Inc. (AIA), 1000 Wilson Blvd., Suite 1700, Arlington, VA 22209-3928, http://www.aia-aerospace.org.
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duly recognized or designated representative.
3.1.3 continuous quality improvementcontinual quality improvement, n— an ongoing quality improvement activity for
achieving results. Improvement may be directed at individual processes, finished products, or administrative processes. The
continuouscontinual quality improvement program utilizes statistical methods, team projects, and other tools as appropriate to
obtain and sustain improvements.
3.1.4 customer, n—customer is used with the same meaning as “authority.”
3.1.5 process capability, n—the degree to which a process can produce the same results without variation, that is,
reproducibility.
3.1.6 process control, n—managing a process to ensure that it is performing to its designed capability.
3.1.7 quality control systemquality management system, n—the organizational structure, responsibilities, practices, procedures,
processes, and resources for implementing and maintaining the quality program.
3.1.8 quality manual, n—a comprehensive document stating the quality policy and specifying organizational structure,
practices, and procedures necessary to empower the quality policy and quality controlmanagement system.
3.1.9 quality objectives, n—specific obtainable improvement goals supporting the quality program.
3.1.10 quality policy, n—the overall intentions and direction of an organization regarding quality as formally expressed by top
management.
3.1.11 quality records, n—formal documentation of inspectionexamination results or data supporting the quality controlman-
agement system.
3.1.121.1 Discussion—Examples are: audit reports, calibration data, NDT records, process qualification results, qualification
data, and test data.
4. Significance and Use
4.1 This practice covers procedures for establishing and maintaining a quality system for nondestructive testing agencies.
4.2 Controlling the quality of service rendered is a continuing process. This practice provides guidelines for establishing a
quality controlmanagement system that provides for: calibration, standardization, reference samples, inspectionexamination plans,
and procedures.
4.3 The basic requirements for a quality controlmanagement system encompass the following areas, all of which shall be
documented.
4.3.1 Quality policy statement, planning, and administration,
4.3.2 Organization,
4.3.3 Human resources,
4.3.4 Physical resources, and
4.3.5Quality control.
4.3.5 Quality management.
5. Quality Policy Statement, Planning, and Administration
5.1 Policy Statement—Apolicystatementshalldescribemanagement’sspecificintentionandpolicywithrespecttoquality.The
policy statement should specify an organized approach for carrying out those intentions and should address itself to all major
quality parameters. It should be approved by the chief executive officer for company-wide policies or by subordinate officers for
specialized policies. Periodic audits should be required to ensure adherence to quality policies.
5.2 Quality Objectives—Objectives should be established for appropriate key elements of performance such as safety
requirements, internal performance levels, vendor performance, training, and qualification of personnel.
5.3 Quality ControlManagement System—A quality controlmanagement system shall be established that will carry out the
stated policies and objectives.
5.4 Quality Planning—Planning for each new or modified process or test method should define those characteristics to be
controlled.—Planningforeachnewormodifiedprocessortestmethodshoulddefinethosecharacteristicstobecontrolled.Quality
planning also includes providing for administrative processes needed to implement compliance with this practice.
5.5 Quality Manual—The quality policy and system shall be documented and be in accessible form, such as a quality manual
or series of manuals. Key elements should include, as necessary:
5.5.1 The general quality statement,
5.5.2 A description of the quality system,
5.5.3 A general description of quality planning requirements with specifics for each product category where appropriate,
5.5.4 The requirements of Practice E 543 pertaining to the laboratory procedure manual, and
5.5.5 Typically used examination procedures.
5.6 Administration—Clear lines of authority shall be established to administer the quality controlmanagement system.
5.6.1 Quality Responsibility—The quality responsibility of each unit within the organization shall be approved by the chief
operation officer of each unit.
5.6.2 Quality Performance Reporting— Responsibility for reporting performance against stated quality objectives to higher
management should rest with functions independent of those responsible for the attainment of those objectives. Procedures for
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documentation and record retention should be established.
5.6.3 Quality System Audits—To provide assurance, a periodic audit of the quality controlmanagement system should be made
by an organizational element independent of the unit being audited or by a qualified third party to monitor the effectiveness of
various quality management system processes. It may include, as appropriate:
5.6.3.1 Management audits to determine how well quality policy and objectives are being met,
5.6.3.2 System audits, including testingexamination process audits to determine how well quality planning has been
implemented and to identify areas where changes would be beneficial to the quality services performed, and
5.6.3.3 Records documenting findings and corrective and preventive actions taken.
6. Organization
6.1 The following information concerning the organization of the agency shall be documented.
6.1.1 A description of the organization including:
6.1.1.1 The complete legal name and address of the main office,
6.1.1.2 The names and positions of the principal officers and directors,
6.1.1.3 The agency’s ownership, managerial structure, and principal members,
6.1.1.4 The functional description of the agency’s organizational structure, operational departments, and support departments
and services.This may be demonstrated in the form of charts that depict all the divisions, departments, sections and units, and their
relationships,
6.1.1.5 All relevant organizational affiliates of the agency and principal officers of affiliates and directors of affiliates where
applicable,
6.1.1.6 External organizations and organizational components and their functions that are utilized for significant technical
support services, and
6.1.1.7 A brief history of the agency including its relationship with its organizational component affiliations and other
supporting information.
6.1.2 A listing of the relevant technical services offered.
6.1.3 A list giving applicable dates of qualifications and accreditations.
7. Human Resources
7.1 General—Those aspects of the quality system where the work of the employees will affect the quality of products shall be
identified, and specific action taken to control them.
7.2 Management Responsibilities—The quality-related requirements, duties, and responsibilities of all personnel shall be
identified. Job criteria that are quality-related should be specified in job descriptions to permit proper employee selection.
7.3 Employee Selection and Training— Employees shall be selected on the basis of capability and experience or the potential
to fully qualify for the job. A training program shall be maintained to ensure employees develop and retain skill competence.
Nondestructive testing (NDT) personnel shall be qualified in accordance with a nationally recognized NDTpersonnel qualification
practice or standard such as ANSI/ASNT-CP-189, ASNT/SNT-TC-1A, AIA/NAS 410, or a similar document. The practice or
standard used and the applicable revision shall be specified in the contractual agreement between the using parties.
7.4 The agency shall provide the following documentation:
7.4.1 A written outline or chart giving operational personnel positions and their lines of responsibility and authority, and
7.4.2 A summary job description for each professional, scientific, supervisory, and technical position category including the
required education, training and experience, certification, or professional licenses.
7.5 Theagencyshall provide a description of itsmethodsofmaintainingpersonnelrecordstodocumentthequalifications,work
experience, and training history of each person in the positions described in 7.4.2. The agency shall also provide a description of
its means of ensuring confidence in its human resources including the maintenance of records.
8. Physical Resources
8.1 The agency shall provide an inventory of its relevant physical resources including:
8.1.1 A general description of the agency’s facilities for NDT related activities.
8.1.2 An inventory of equipment used to perform NDT including the following for each item of equipment:
8.1.2.1 Type of equipment and use,
8.1.2.2 Name of manufacturer,
8.1.2.3 The equipment model and serial number,
8.1.2.4 Properties of the equipment subject to standardization or calibration,
8.1.2.5 The range of operation and range of calibration,
8.1.2.6 Reference to a recognized calibration procedure,
8.1.2.7 Frequency of calibration, and
8.1.2.8 Allowable tolerances or maximum sensitivity.
8.1.3 Asystem of written procedures for each NDTservice performed by the agency.The procedures shall include a description
of the methods used for NDT and the methods used for data recording, data processing, data reporting, and for certification of the
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results. When required, customer approval shall be obtained.
8.1.4 An inventory of reference material including a library of standards, applicable technical publications, and pertinent
specifications and amendments.
9. Quality Control Quality Management
9.1 Control of Purchased NDT Equipment, Materials, and Services:
9.1.1 General—The quality controlmanagement system shall include procedures to ensure effective supplier quality mana
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