CEN/TR 15589:2014
(Main)Non destructive testing - Code of practice for the approval of NDT personnel by recognised third party organisations under the provisions of Directive 97/23/EC
Non destructive testing - Code of practice for the approval of NDT personnel by recognised third party organisations under the provisions of Directive 97/23/EC
This Technical Report provides a methodology for approval of NDT personnel under the provisions of Directive 97/23/EC, Annex 1, section 3.1.3.
The provisions of Guideline 6/13 are detailed herein to ensure a consistent approach and a high level of confidence in the approval of NDT personnel by RTPO’s through widespread adoption of the criteria and approval processes detailed herein. A flow diagram illustrating this methodology is presented in Annex A.
Zerstörungsfreie Prüfung - Verfahrensregeln für die Anerkennung von ZfP-Personal durch anerkannte dritte Organisationen nach den Vorgaben der Richtlinie 97/23/EU
Essais non destructifs - Code de pratique pour l’approbation du personnel chargé des END par des entités tierces parties reconnues en application des dispositions de la Directive 97/23/CE
Le présent Rapport technique fournit une méthode d’approbation du personnel chargé des essais non
destructifs, en application des dispositions du point 3.1.3 de l'Annexe I de la Directive 97/23/CE.
Les dispositions de l’orientation 6/13 sont détaillées ci-après afin de garantir une approche cohérente et un
niveau de confiance élevé lors de l’approbation du personnel chargé des essais non destructifs par les entités
tierces parties reconnues, grâce à une large adoption des critères et des processus d’approbation décrits. Un
organigramme illustrant cette méthode est présenté dans l’Annexe A.
Neporušitvene preiskave - Pravila dobre prakse za odobritev osebja za neporušitvene preiskave v imenovanih neodvisnih organih v okviru zahtev direktive 97/23/ES
Standard CEN/TR 15589 podaja metodologijo za odobritev osebja za neporušitvene preiskave v skladu z določbami oddelka 3.1.3 Priloge 1 direktive 97/23/EC. Določbe smernice 6/13 so navedene v tem standardu z namenom zagotavljanja doslednosti pri izvajanju pristopa in visokega nivoja samozavesti pri odobritvi osebja za neporušitvene preiskave, ki ga izvajajo organizacije RTPO, s splošnim sprejetjem kriterijev in odobritvenih procesov, ki so opisani v tej smernici. Dodatek A vsebuje diagram poteka, ki prikazuje to metodologijo.
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 18-Feb-2014
- Technical Committee
- CEN/TC 138 - Non-destructive testing
- Drafting Committee
- CEN/TC 138 - Non-destructive testing
- Current Stage
- 6060 - Definitive text made available (DAV) - Publishing
- Start Date
- 19-Feb-2014
- Due Date
- 26-Oct-2014
- Completion Date
- 19-Feb-2014
Relations
- Effective Date
- 26-Feb-2014
Overview
CEN/TR 15589:2014 - "Non destructive testing - Code of practice for the approval of NDT personnel by recognised third party organisations under the provisions of Directive 97/23/EC" - provides a harmonised methodology for the approval of NDT personnel who test permanent joints on pressure equipment (categories III and IV) under the Pressure Equipment Directive (PED 97/23/EC, Annex I §3.1.3). The Technical Report clarifies Working Group Pressure Guideline 6/13 and gives RTPOs (Recognised Third Party Organisations) a consistent, auditable process (flow diagram in Annex A) and a model approval attestation (Annex B).
Key topics and requirements
- Scope: Approval of NDT personnel for permanent joints on pressure equipment in PED categories III and IV.
- Three approval routes:
- Route A - Candidate holds an EN ISO 9712 certificate issued by a Certification Body that is also an RTPO (automatic approval).
- Route B - Candidate holds EN ISO 9712 from a certification body that is not an RTPO but has a formal subcontracting arrangement with an RTPO (desk review of records and certification reports required).
- Route C - Candidates qualified by equivalent national/industry schemes (requires RTPO on-site audit and practical assessment).
- Route C audit & assessor requirements:
- RTPO appoints assessor(s) who hold third‑party NDT Level 3 certification covering relevant sector(s) and methods.
- On-site verification of vision and colour perception, training, industrial experience, written and practical exams, and ability to implement NDT procedures specific to testing permanent joints.
- Practical observation of at least one relevant NDT procedure per method sought.
- Approval attestation: Must document RTPO identity, approved individual, qualifying body, NDT methods, scope/limitations, reference to Directive 97/23/EC, conditions for surveillance, expiry date, and RTPO signature.
- Validity & renewal:
- Routes A and B: maximum validity 5 years (renewal aligned with EN ISO 9712 recertification).
- Route C: maximum validity 3 years, renewable after satisfying initial criteria.
Applications and users
- Target users: Recognised Third Party Organisations (RTPOs), certification bodies, NDT managers, QA/QC engineers, pressure equipment manufacturers, welding inspectors, and regulatory authorities.
- Practical uses:
- Implementing compliant approval processes for NDT staff involved in testing safety‑critical welded joints on pressure vessels, piping and assemblies.
- Preparing RTPO approval attestations and audit checklists.
- Aligning internal NDT qualification procedures to EN ISO 9712 equivalence for regulatory acceptance.
Related standards
- EN ISO 9712:2012 - Qualification and certification of NDT personnel
- EN 473 (superseded by EN ISO 9712) - earlier certification principles
- Directive 97/23/EC (PED) - legal framework for pressure equipment
- Working Group Pressure Guideline 6/13 - referenced guidance implemented in Annex C
Keywords: CEN/TR 15589:2014, NDT personnel approval, RTPO, Directive 97/23/EC, PED, EN ISO 9712, approval attestation, pressure equipment, NDT qualification.
Frequently Asked Questions
CEN/TR 15589:2014 is a technical report published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Non destructive testing - Code of practice for the approval of NDT personnel by recognised third party organisations under the provisions of Directive 97/23/EC". This standard covers: This Technical Report provides a methodology for approval of NDT personnel under the provisions of Directive 97/23/EC, Annex 1, section 3.1.3. The provisions of Guideline 6/13 are detailed herein to ensure a consistent approach and a high level of confidence in the approval of NDT personnel by RTPO’s through widespread adoption of the criteria and approval processes detailed herein. A flow diagram illustrating this methodology is presented in Annex A.
This Technical Report provides a methodology for approval of NDT personnel under the provisions of Directive 97/23/EC, Annex 1, section 3.1.3. The provisions of Guideline 6/13 are detailed herein to ensure a consistent approach and a high level of confidence in the approval of NDT personnel by RTPO’s through widespread adoption of the criteria and approval processes detailed herein. A flow diagram illustrating this methodology is presented in Annex A.
CEN/TR 15589:2014 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 19.100 - Non-destructive testing. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
CEN/TR 15589:2014 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to CEN/TR 15589:2007. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
CEN/TR 15589:2014 is associated with the following European legislation: EU Directives/Regulations: 97/17/EC; Standardization Mandates: M/071. When a standard is cited in the Official Journal of the European Union, products manufactured in conformity with it benefit from a presumption of conformity with the essential requirements of the corresponding EU directive or regulation.
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Standards Content (Sample)
SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-julij-2014
1DGRPHãþD
SIST-TP CEN/TR 15589:2007
Neporušitvene preiskave - Pravila dobre prakse za odobritev osebja za
neporušitvene preiskave v imenovanih neodvisnih organih v okviru zahtev
direktive 97/23/ES
Non destructive testing - Code of practice for the approval of NDT personnel by
recognised third party organisations under the provisions of Directive 97/23/EC
Zerstörungsfreie Prüfung - Verfahrensregeln für die Anerkennung von ZfP-Personal
durch dritte Organisationen nach den Vorgaben der Richtlinie 97/23/EU
Essais non destructifs - Code de bonne pratique en vue de l'approbation du personnel
END par des entités tierces parties reconnues dans le cadre des dispositions de la
Directive 97/23/CE
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: CEN/TR 15589:2014
ICS:
03.100.30 Vodenje ljudi Management of human
resources
19.100 Neporušitveno preskušanje Non-destructive testing
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.
TECHNICAL REPORT
CEN/TR 15589
RAPPORT TECHNIQUE
TECHNISCHER BERICHT
February 2014
ICS 19.100 Supersedes CEN/TR 15589:2007
English Version
Non destructive testing - Code of practice for the approval of
NDT personnel by recognised third party organisations under the
provisions of Directive 97/23/EC
Essais non destructifs - Code de pratique pour l'approbation Zerstörungsfreie Prüfung - Verfahrensregeln für die
du personnel chargé des END par des entités tierces Anerkennung von ZfP-Personal durch anerkannte dritte
parties reconnues en application des dispositions de la Organisationen nach den Vorgaben der Richtlinie 97/23/EU
Directive 97/23/CE
This Technical Report was approved by CEN on 9 December 2013. It has been drawn up by the Technical Committee CEN/TC 138.
CEN members are the national standards bodies of Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia,
Finland, Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania,
Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey and United
Kingdom.
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Contents Page
Foreword . 3
1 Scope . 4
2 Terms and definitions . 4
3 General . 5
4 Approval of NDT personnel requirements . 5
4.1 General . 5
4.2 Route A . 5
4.3 Route B . 5
4.4 Route C . 5
5 Approval attestation . 6
6 Renewal of approvals. 7
Annex A (informative) Flow diagram . 8
Annex B (informative) Model approval attestation . 9
Annex C (informative) Guideline 6/13 Adopted by Working Group Pressure . 10
Bibliography . 11
Foreword
This document (CEN/TR 15589:2014) has been prepared by Technical Committee CEN/TC 138 “Non-
destructive testing”, the secretariat of which is held by AFNOR.
This document supersedes CEN/TR 15589:2007.
Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this document may be the subject of
patent rights. CEN [and/or CENELEC] shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such
patent rights.
According to Pressure Equipment Directive 97/23/EC Article 13 section 1, it is essential that European
Union Member States and EFTA countries notify the European Commission and the other Member
States of the Third Party Organizations (RTPO) which they have recognized for the purposes of the
tasks referred to in Annex 1, section 3.1.3, namely the ‘Approval’ of NDT personnel to test permanent
joints of categories III and IV pressure Equipment and Pressure Assemblies [1].
The methodology for ‘Approval’ of NDT personnel is not specified in Directive 97/23/EC, and it was
agreed by the European Conformity Assessment Bodies Forum (CABF) that guidance was required in
order to ensure a consistent approach to the application of the Directive and the implementation of
Working Group Pressure Guideline 6/13 (17th March 2004) by Recognized Third Party Organisations
(RTPO) (see Annex C).
As a result, a Code of Practice (CoP) was developed from a draft proposed by The European
Federation for NDT. This CoP was published as CABF TRG 0034 on 24th November 2004, with a
recommendation that this document be submitted to CEN for possible development as a Technical
Report (TR) or Specification (TS).
1 Scope
This Technical Report provides a methodology for approval of NDT personnel under the provisions of
Directive 97/23/EC, Annex 1, section 3.1.3.
The provisions of Guideline 6/13 are detailed herein to ensure a consistent approach and a high level
of confidence in the approval of NDT personnel by RTPO’s through widespread adoption of the criteria
and approval processes detailed herein. A flow diagram illustrating this methodology is presented in
Annex A.
2 Terms and definitions
For the purposes of this Technical Report, the following terms and definitions apply.
2.1
Recognised Third Party Organization (RTPO)
body recognised by a member state of the European Union or EFTA countries for the purposes of the
tasks referred to in Directive 97/23/EC, Article 13 section 1, and in Annex 1, section 3.1.3, namely the
‘approval’ of NDT personnel to test permanent joints for pressure equipment in categories III and IV,
and whose recognition has been notified to the European Commission or EFTA countries and the
other Member States
2.2
approval of NDT Personnel
procedure used to demonstrate the competence of an individual to carry out specific non-destructive
tests of permanent joints for pressure equipment in categories III and IV (see Directive 97/23/EC
Annex 1, section 3.1.3)
2.3
approval attestation
documented statement issued by an RTPO that a specified individual is approved (see 2.2)
2.4
qualification
demonstration of physical attributes, knowledge, skill, training and experience required to properly
perform NDT tasks
[SOURCE: EN ISO 9712:2012]
2.5
certification
procedure used by the certification body to confirm that the qualification requirements for a method,
level and sector have been fulfilled, leading to the issuing of a certificate
[SOURCE: EN ISO 9712:2012]
2.6
relevant sector
particular section of industry or technology where specialized NDT practices are used, requiring
specific product-related knowledge, skill, equipment or training
Note 1 to entry A sector can be interpreted to mean a product (welded products, castings) or an industry
(aerospace, inservice testing).
[SOURCE: EN ISO 9712:2012]
2.7
permanent joints
joints which cannot be disconnected except by destructive methods e.g. made by fusion welding,
brazing, braze welding ex
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CEN/TR 15589:2014は、非破壊試験（NDT）における personnel の承認を、認識された第三者機関によって行うための実施基準を提供する技術報告書です。この標準の範囲は、指令97/23/ECの附属書1、セクション3.1.3に基づいており、NDT personnel の規定された承認方法論を詳述しています。 この標準の強みは、NDT personnel の承認プロセスにおける一貫したアプローチを確保し、RTPOによる承認の信頼性を高めることにあります。具体的には、指針6/13に基づく基準と承認プロセスを広範に採用することを促進し、NDT personnel の質を確保するための基盤を提供します。また、付録Aにはこの方法論を視覚的に示すフローチャートが含まれており、実施が容易であることも利点といえます。 CEN/TR 15589:2014は、NDT業界における標準化の必要性を強調し、業界が合意した基準に基づいてNDT personnel を承認するプロセスを標準化する重要な手段と位置付けられています。この標準は、技術的な一貫性をもたらし、信頼性の高い非破壊試験を支援するために不可欠なものです。また、認識された第三者機関による承認プロセスの透明性を向上させ、業界全体の安全性と効率性に寄与しています。 NDTの分野においては、CEN/TR 15589:2014は、国際的な標準に則った信頼性の高い personnel の承認を実現するための最も関連性の高い文書であり、今後の実施と評価においてもその重要性は増していくと考えられます。
La norme CEN/TR 15589:2014 constitue un document essentiel pour la qualification et l'approbation du personnel d'essai non destructif (END) par des organisations tierces reconnues, conformément aux dispositions de la Directive 97/23/CE. Le champ d'application de cette norme se concentre spécifiquement sur la méthodologie d'approbation du personnel END, en se référant à l'Annexe 1, section 3.1.3 de la directive mentionnée. Cela garantit que les processus d'approbation se déroulent de manière uniforme et rigoureuse, renforçant ainsi la confiance dans les qualifications des techniciens END. L'un des points forts de CEN/TR 15589:2014 réside dans sa capacité à formuler des directives claires, en particulier celles fournies dans la ligne directrice 6/13. Cela permet non seulement de standardiser les critères d'approbation mais aussi d'assurer que les organisations tierces reconnues adoptent largement ces critères et processus d'approbation. La norme intègre également un diagramme de flux à l'Annexe A, qui facilite la compréhension et l'application de cette méthodologie, rendant le processus d'approbation plus accessible et transparent. En somme, la pertinence de cette norme est indéniable dans le domaine de l'essai non destructif, offrant un cadre cohérent pour la validation du personnel et renforçant ainsi la sécurité et la fiabilité des processus d'inspection dans les secteurs industriels soumis aux exigences de la Directive 97/23/CE.
Die Norm CEN/TR 15589:2014 bietet einen umfassenden Rahmen für die Genehmigung von Prüfpersonal im Bereich der zerstörungsfreien Prüfungen (NDT), wie es in der Richtlinie 97/23/EG vorgesehen ist. Besonders hervorzuheben ist der methodische Ansatz, der in dieser technischen Berichterstattung dargelegt wird. Die Norm strukturiert den Genehmigungsprozess klar und ermöglicht dadurch eine einheitliche Umsetzung bei den anerkannten Drittorganisationen (RTPO). Eine der Stärken dieser Norm ist ihre detaillierte Ausarbeitung der Vorgaben aus Richtlinie 97/23/EG, insbesondere aus dem Anhang 1, Abschnitt 3.1.3. Dies gewährleistet, dass die Anforderungen an NDT-Personal in Bezug auf Qualifikationen und Kompetenzen präzise definiert sind. Durch die Verankerung der Richtlinie 6/13 werden die Genehmigungsprozesse standardisiert, was zu einer hohen Zuverlässigkeit und Vertrauenswürdigkeit für die Genehmigung von NDT-Personal führt. Ein weiteres bemerkenswertes Element dieser Norm ist das im Anhang A dargestellte Flussdiagramm, das den Genehmigungsprozess visuell aufbereitet. Dieses Diagramm unterstützt die Anwender bei der praktischen Anwendung der Vorgaben und erleichtert das Verständnis des komplexen Prozesses. Die Relevanz der CEN/TR 15589:2014 ergibt sich nicht nur aus der Notwendigkeit, hohe Qualitätsstandards bei NDT-Prüfungen zu gewährleisten, sondern auch aus der zunehmenden globalen Marktnachfrage nach einheitlichen Verfahren zur Genehmigung von Prüfpersonal. Die breit angelegte Akzeptanz der in der Norm festgelegten Kriterien und Genehmigungsprozesse wird dazu beitragen, das Vertrauen in die Qualität der NDT-Dienstleistungen zu stärken und die Sicherheit in verschiedenen Industrien zu erhöhen. Insgesamt stellt die CEN/TR 15589:2014 ein wichtiges Dokument dar, das als Grundlage für die Normung der Genehmigung von NDT-Personal fungiert, und somit einen bedeutenden Beitrag zur Verbesserung der Qualität und Sicherheit im Bereich der zerstörungsfreien Prüfungen leistet.
The standard CEN/TR 15589:2014 provides a comprehensive framework for the approval of non-destructive testing (NDT) personnel by recognised third party organisations (RTPOs) in compliance with Directive 97/23/EC. Its scope is well-defined, addressing the critical need for standardized practices in the evaluation of NDT professionals, ensuring both consistency and high confidence levels across the industry. One of the key strengths of this standard is its methodological approach, as it outlines a clear process for approving NDT personnel, facilitating adherence to the relevant regulatory requirements. The incorporation of Guideline 6/13 serves to further reinforce the structure and reliability of the approval procedures, allowing RTPOs to implement a uniform set of criteria. This emphasis on consistent practices is vital in fields where safety and precision are paramount. Additionally, the standard’s inclusion of a flow diagram in Annex A is particularly beneficial. This visual aid effectively summarizes the approval process, making it easier for organizations to understand and adhere to the required steps for personnel certification. The clarity provided by such diagrams enhances user comprehensibility, thereby promoting widespread adoption of the outlined criteria. In summary, CEN/TR 15589:2014 stands out as a relevant and essential document for the approval of NDT personnel. Its structured framework, emphasis on consistent practices, and practical illustrations align well with industry needs, ensuring a reliable and high-quality assessment of NDT capabilities in compliance with European directives.
CEN/TR 15589:2014 표준은 비파괴 검사(NDT) 인력의 승인을 위한 코드로, Directive 97/23/EC의 조항에 따라 공인된 제3자 기관의 요구 사항을 충족하는 방법론을 제공합니다. 이 기술 보고서는 NDT 인력 승인의 각 단계를 체계적으로 설명하여, 규정의 일관성을 보장하고 높은 신뢰성을 제공합니다. 이 표준의 강점 중 하나는 Guideline 6/13의 조항들을 자세히 설명하여, 비파괴 검사 인력을 승인하는 과정의 표준화된 접근 방식을 확립하였다는 점입니다. 이를 통해 승인 과정에서의 신뢰성을 높이고, 다양한 인력 승인 절차의 일관성을 유지할 수 있습니다. 또한, Annex A에 있는 흐름도를 통해 이 방법론을 한눈에 이해할 수 있도록 돕고 있어, 실무자들이 보다 용이하게 적용할 수 있는 장점을 가지고 있습니다. CEN/TR 15589:2014 표준은 특히 다양한 산업에서 비파괴 검사 인력의 최소 요구 사항을 설정하는 데 중요한 역할을 하여, 많은 기업 및 기관이 이 기준을 따라 NDT 인력을 체계적으로 승인할 수 있도록 하고 있습니다. 이는 비파괴 검사의 품질을 높이는 데 기여하며, 고객과 산업 전반에 걸쳐 신뢰를 구축하는 데 필수적인 문서로 자리 잡고 있습니다. 따라서, 이 표준은 비파괴 검사 분야에서의 인력 관리와 승인 절차의 신뢰성을 증가시키는 데 매우 중요한 의미를 가집니다.
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