Hello.
I'm reading the standard AWS B2.1 in order to prepare my SCWI exam and arise big doubts:
May a manufacturer/contractor subcontract the qualification of WPSs/Performance of Welders process with a third party? Is it allowed by other Codes like AWS D1.1/D1.5?
ASME Secion IX QW-201 says specifically: "It is permissible, however, to subcontract any or all of the work of preparation of test metal for welding and subsequent work of preparation of test specimens from the completed weldment, performance of NDE, and mechanical tests, provided the manufacturer or contractor accepts the responsability for any such work".
Is common this practice in USA or other countries?
Otherwise, or in negative case, I will need to change my profesional services or (Ha!) my way of living!
Thanks in advance for your experiences.
Jorge Giraldo