ASME QAI-1-2016 pdf free

ASME QAI-1-2016 pdf free.Qualifications for Authorized Inspection.
Assure proper execution of responsibilities. In particular, the Agency shall
(a) establish and implement an internal program which shall provide assurance that thoc of its employees holding the positions of Supervisor and Authorized Nuclear Inspector perform work in accordance with the requirements of Part 1. This program shall be documented by written policies, procedures, or instructions and shall be carried out throughout the life term of any agreement covering inspections required by the ASME Code, in accordance with the program. The program shall provide for indoctrination and training of personnel performing such activities, as necessar to ensure that suitable proficiency is achieved and maintained.
(b) provide instructions in writing to Authorized Nuclear Inspectors and their Supervisors, specifying their respective duties and responsibilities.
(C) provide instructions in writing to Authorized Nuclear Inspectors requiring them to immediately contact their Supervisor whenever the Inspector is unable to readily resolve any question concerning ASME Code compliance, manufacturing procedure, or quality assurance provision or its implementation. Instructions should be included as a reminder to the Authorized Nuclear Inspector that he has the authority and the duty to refuse to sign any Data Reports involving nonconformance with the ASME Code.
(d) conduct annual planned audits of activities performed by Authorized Nuclear Inspector Supervisors to verify compliance with the provisions of Part I and the ASME Code Section III, Division 1, 3, and/or 5. The audit shall be performed by appropriately trained personnel, in accordance with a written procedure or checklist. Audit results shall be documented and ri.’viewed by management. Follow-up action, including reaudit of deficient areas, shall be taken where indicated to ensure that necessary corrective action is completed.
(e) establi,h and implement a written policy to ensure levels of inspection activity commensurate with the scope of the AlA’s Certificate of Accreditation.
Provide certification for each Authorized Nuclear Inspector and Supervisor to be performing work under the provisions of the ASME Code Section Ill, L)ivision 1, 3, and/or 5 to ensure that the Inspectors and Supervisors meet the required experience and training requirements of Part 1. Certification and documentation of qualifications shall be retained by the employer and shall be made available for review by the jurisdictional Authorities and the ASME Survey Team, upon request.
Submit to the National Board an application for an“N” endorsement for the Authorized Nuclear Inspector applicant, certifying that he has the required experience and training and that qualified supervision will be provided to ensure that the Authorized Nuclear Inspector stsfactorily fulill his functions.ASME QAI-1 pdf free download.