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Industrial Radiography Radiation Safety Personnel (IRRSP)
Demonstrate your qualifications to employers in radiography safety, securing trust in your knowledge, skills, and abilities to work autonomously as an NDT technician.
Start Your IRRSP ApplicationWhat to Know Before You Start: Online Application, Requirements, and Fees
On this page, you’ll find details about the full application process for IRRSP. Here are some key points to understand before you begin.
Understand and Plan for IRRSP Certification Fees
To achieve IRRSP certification, first-time applicants must apply for and pass at least one exam.
Employers are responsible for carrying out visual acuity and practical exams to finish the certification process.
Initial Exam
Verify Your Training and Experience for IRRSP
Determine the training and experience requirements that apply to you. Requirements and expectations differ for each exam type.
Fulfill Your Training Requirements
ASNT offers education and training courses designed to help you meet the training hours required for certification. Whether you're building toward your first certification or adding a new method, ASNT education can help you get there.
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Gather Supporting Documentation
To support your work experience and training, gather the following documentation** to upload with your online application in MyCert.
Training Documentation
Acceptable documentation may include:
copies of training certificates
letter of completion
signed statement of completion of training from the trainer or training company executive
Experience Documentation
When submitting your experience, make sure documents clearly state whether the experience is in RAM or XR.
Acceptable documentation, verified by a current Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) or a company personnel officer, may include:
Past radiation employment records
Traceable documentation
Signed statement from employer
Additionally, submit a completed employment history form:
Employment History FormOther Required Documentation
a color photo headshot
practical exam form completed by your employer within six months of the exam date
Download Practical Exam Form
Complete Your Application
To be sure your application for IRRSP is considered—and that you get timely approval—be sure to:
Complete the online application.
Upload all documentation.
Sign required agreements, including the ASNT Code of Ethics and Confirmation Statement.
Pay all applicable fees by credit card, wire transfer, or check.
Watch for a letter of approval of your application in your email inbox.
Next Step: Get Ready for Your Exams
Watch for your letter of approval of your application in your email inbox. Once your application is approved, you can schedule your exams. Learn what to expect, how to prepare, and how to schedule your exams.
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