The Estonian Non-Destructive Testing Board (ENDTB) has agreed upon the
following aims and objectives:
- Fulfill Estonia’s requirements for establishing a National Aerospace NDT Board as mandated by EASA part 145, EN4179, and other applicable regulations.
- Act as custodians for all matters relating to employer-based personnel training and certification within the Estonian aerospace sector.
- Provide a system for support and guidance to employers with a written practice designed to comply with EN4179.
- Provide a system for recognition of organisations seeking to provide training and or qualification examinations meeting the requirements of such standards i.e. EN4179.
- Where necessary, establish specific Estonian policy regarding the implementation of EN4179 requirements.
- Ensure continued compliance of NDT personnel training and examinations through oversight of a third party audit and approval program.
- Provide a mechanism for interpretation, adjudication, and arbitration in cases of dispute regarding EN4179 and Estonian Non-Destructive Testing Board (ENDTB) policies and procedures.
- Set standards for the introduction of new and emerging technologies not currently covered by such standards using the default requirements of EN4179.
- Seek recognition of its policies and procedures through the Aerospace NDT Board Forum and other pertinent organizations to benefit the Estonian industry.
- Recognize personnel qualifications achieved under the control of other National Aerospace NDT Boards that are members of the Aerospace NDT Board Forum.
- Be a member of the Aerospace NDT Board Forum and comply with ANDTBF_08.
- Provide guidance to the Estonian Aviation Authorities regarding regulations pertaining to NDT personnel certification.