Trinity Forge Team Positions - TFTPs

TFTP-PFLI: Liquid Penetrant Inspector Level 2

Rev: 03/22/2026

Coach(es): QC Supervisor, Responsible Level 2

Team member's role and responsibilities: 

• Have skills and knowledge to set up and standardize equipment, conduct tests, interpret and evaluate for acceptance or rejection. 
• Be capable of developing written instructions from approved general procedures such instructions will be approved by a Level 3.
  
• Separate defective parts for rework, grinding as needed and general housekeeping. 
• Perform grinding or any rework that is needed to ensure a part is salvaged and that it still meets customer's requirements. 
• Learn and follow safety rules. 
• Fill out logs; LPI log, Hammer Sample Log and Type 2 Method A/C Pre examination checklist. . 
• Become familiar with the TOPs Manual, especially those procedure that relate to this team position.

Rookie requirements: 

• Pass written examination that meets the latest AIA NAS 410 that is administered by an NDE Level 3. 
• Pass vision examination for near vision acuity (repeated annually). 
• Complete minimum hours of practical experience to be considered for certification IAW AIA NAS 410.
• Complete training in modules GRND, PRNT, COLD, PRTC, PFNH, TRAC and QCNH
• Complete forklift and crane training within 120 days. 
• Ability to read basic blueprints 
• Complete training on Defect Recognition

Physical activity involved: 

• Extensive periods of standing; moderate walking 
• A lot of stooping, pushing, pulling and lifting of forgings of to 50 pounds and some bending from the waist; any lifting over 50 pounds use crane or hoist or ask for help. 
• Conditions include: cold and hot weather, dust, noise, moving equipment and parts buggies and tubs.

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