The radiographic testing (RT) procedure used for a pipe repair must conform to the requirements of which ASME section?

The radiographic testing (RT) procedure used for a pipe repair must conform to the requirements of which ASME section?

• A. ASME Section 5
• B. ASME Section 8
• C. ASME Section 9
• D. ASME Section 12

Answer: (A)

Radiographic testing is a nondestructive examination method, so the rules governing how it’s performed come from ASME Section V. That section sets the requirements for NDE methods, including how RT procedures are written, who is qualified to perform radiography, the radiographic technique and exposure parameters, film interpretation, and acceptance criteria. These standards ensure the procedure is capable of detecting flaws reliably and that results are consistent and auditable. Other sections cover different aspects (for example, design and construction of vessels, or welding qualifications), but they do not specify the RT procedure details.

Radiographic testing is a nondestructive examination method, so the rules governing how it’s performed come from ASME Section V. That section sets the requirements for NDE methods, including how RT procedures are written, who is qualified to perform radiography, the radiographic technique and exposure parameters, film interpretation, and acceptance criteria. These standards ensure the procedure is capable of detecting flaws reliably and that results are consistent and auditable. Other sections cover different aspects (for example, design and construction of vessels, or welding qualifications), but they do not specify the RT procedure details.