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Non-Destructive Testing

CSWIP Non-Destructive Testing certification provides a comprehensive range of competence assurance solutions in accordance with ISO 9712. Covering practical non-destructive testing of welds, castings and wrought products, these certifications are designed to assure industry of the certificate holder’s level of proficiency.

For NDT personnel requiring sector, product or company specific certification, the CSWIP Employer Specific Non-Destructive Testing scheme applies ISO 9712 requirements to the employer’s specific products and inspection procedures.

CSWIP Non-Destructive Testing certification (excluding the Employer Specific) consist of one governing document and several supporting appendices that provide the relevant ‘Examination Format and Syllabus for the Certification of Personnel engaged in Non-Destructive Testing of Welded Joints and General Engineering Components’ for each particular method. 

Governing NDT Scheme Document

CSWIP-ISO-NDT-11-93-R NDT Personnel ISO 9712 - 12th Edition - July 2026

Ultrasonic Inspector (UT)

Appendix 1 Part 1a Ultrasonic Inspector - 9th Edition - July 2026

Magnetic Particle Inspector (MT)

Appendix 1 Part 2 Magnetic Particle Inspection - 8th Edition - July 2026

Liquid Penetrant Inspector (PT)

Appendix 1 Part 3 Liquid Penetrant Inspector - 8th Edition - July 2026

Radiographic Interpreter (RI) (with groups)

Appendix 1 Part 4a Radiographic Interpreter - 9th Edition - July 2026

Radiographic Interpreter (RI) (combined)

Appendix 1 Part 4b Radiographic Interpreter - 4th Edition - July 2026

Radiographic Inspector (RT) (with metallic groups)

Appendix 1 Part 5a Radiographic Inspector - 8th Edition - July 2026

Radiographic Inspector (RI) (without metallic groups)

Appendix 1 Part 5c Radiographic Inspector - 4th Edition - July 2026

Visual and Optical Inspector (VT)

Appendix 1 Part 6 Visual and Optical Inspector - 8th Edition - July 2026

Alternating Current Field Measurement Inspector (ACFM)

Appendix 1 Part 7 ACFM Inspector - 8th Edition - July 2026

Eddy Current Inspector (EC)

Appendix 1 Part 8 Eddy Current Inspector - 7th Edition - July 2026

Leak Detection (LT)

Appendix 1 Part 10 Leak Detection - 6th Edition - July 2026

Governing NDT Scheme Document

CSWIP-ISO-NDT-11-93-R NDT Personnel ISO 9712 - 12th Edition - July 2026

Automated Ultrasonic Girth Weld Inspection (AUT) and Phased Array Ultrasonic Testing (PAUT)

Appendix 1 Part 1b Ultrasonic AUT PAUT - 8th Edition - July 2026

Time of Flight Diffraction Ultrasonic Inspector of Welds in Ferritic and Non-Ferritic Materials (ToFD)

Appendix 1 Part 1c TOFD Ultrasonic - 6th Edition - July 2026

Computed Radiographic Inspector (CRT) and Interpreter (CRI)

Appendix 1 Part 5b Computed Radiographic Inspector - 6th Edition - July 2026

Guided Wave Testing Inspector of Pipes and Pipelines (GWT)

Appendix 1 Part 11 Guided Wave Testing (GWT) Inspector) - 7th Edition - July 2026

Radiation Safety

CSWIP-RS-26-01 Radiation Safety - 2nd Edition - January 2026

Recognised Third Party Organisation (RTPO)

TWI Certification Ltd (TWI CL) is a Recognised Third Party Organisation (RTPO) for the approval of welders, welding procedures and NDT inspectors for permanent joints.

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CSWIP Rules

All CSWIP applicants and certificate holders are required to comply with the CSWIP rules.

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Renewal and recertification

Details of how to renew and/or recertify your CSWIP Non-Destructive Testing certificate can be found on our dedicated renewal page.

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Approved Training Bodies

If you would like to find a training provider offering these courses in your area, please view our list of Approved Training Providers and contact them for further details.

List of Approved Training Providers

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