Inspecting castings using ultrasonic testing techniques

Overview & Purpose

What This Standard Covers

This standard outlines the competencies required to perform ultrasonic testing on castings produced from various molds. The testing should adhere to approved procedures and includes working with diverse equipment and casting shapes.

Performance Criteria

• Work safely in compliance with health and safety regulations
• Follow correct specifications and techniques for inspections
• Identify necessary inspection checks and acceptance criteria
• Carry out inspections using appropriate equipment and methods
• Identify casting defects/flaws or variations from specifications
• Record inspection results accurately
• Address problems within your control and report unresolved issues
• Ensure secure storage and availability of work records
• Maintain a safe work area upon completion

Knowledge & Understanding Requirements

• Safety precautions related to ultrasonic testing
• Health and safety requirements and responsibilities
• Personal protective equipment (PPE) usage
• Obtaining and interpreting job instructions and NDT specifications
• Importance and application of non-destructive testing methods
• Principles of ultrasonic flaw detection, including equipment components and wave behaviors
• Calibration and setup of ultrasonic testing equipment
• Processes for detecting and measuring casting defects
• Quality control systems within the organization

Relevent Roles

• Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies
• Manufacturing Technologies
• Process Operatives
• Process, Plant and Machine Operatives