AS 3978-2003

Abstract

Specifies procedures for visual inspection of metal products and components and includes requirements for qualification of inspectors.

Scope

This Standard specifies procedures for visual inspection of metal products and components, with specific reference to welded components, steel castings, and corroded metal surfaces. Procedures for conducting visual inspection under water may also be developed from this Standard.
This Standard specifies requirements for the qualification of inspectors, for the viewing and illumination of items being inspected, and makes recommendations for the use of approved visual aids to optimize recognition of surface features.
The qualifications for personnel to perform visual examinations are specified in AS 3998.
Requirements on information to be supplied by the purchaser at the time of inquiry or order are contained in Appendix A.

General Product Information

Published
Document Type	Standard
Status	Current
Publisher	Standards Australia
ProductNote	Pending Revision indicates that as a result of the Aged Standards review process, the document needs updating. If no project proposal, meeting the quality criteria, is received within the 12 month timeframe, the document shall be withdrawn.
Pages
ISBN
Committee	MT-007
Supersedes	DR 03228 AS 3978-1991 AS 3978-1991