Flexible Scope of Accreditation in Non-Destructive Testing Laboratories

The testing problem could not be solved directly be the use of a given or even standardized method. Redesign or modifications were necessary leading to completely new testing techniques. By using the procedures of flexible accreditation the methods could be used in a state of the art way. Furthermore, the required qualifications for the personnel due to DIN EN 473 could be met by additional training on the new methods.