Expanding NDT personnel certification to strengthen industry confidence

The March 2026 issue of Canadian Fabricating & Welding features an article by CWB’s Aysha Raad about how the CWB Group has expanded its certification portfolio to include Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) Personnel Certification, to support quality, safety, and workforce development across Canada’s industrial sectors. This expansion, led by Director of NDT Certification, Patrick Ho, aligns with CAN/CGSB-48.9712-2022 and reflects CWB’s broader commitment to advancing technical excellence beyond welding certification alone. 

NDT plays a vital role in industries such as construction, manufacturing, oil and gas, and infrastructure by identifying defects before they lead to failure. CWB’s CGSB NDT certification program currently certifies professionals in Magnetic Particle Testing (MT), Penetrant Testing (PT), and Ultrasonic Testing (UT), with additional methods such as Eddy-current Testing (ET) and Radiographic Testing (RT) coming soon. This phased approach ensures the program evolves alongside industry demand while maintaining alignment with national standards and workforce needs.

The certification framework supports skilled professional by reflecting a clear progression of increasing responsibility and expertise. This tiered structure supports career development for NDT professionals, and helps employers build competent, reliable inspection teams across projects of varying complexity.

A key differentiator of CWB’s CGSB NDT certification program is its focus on efficiency and user experience. Applicants can expect responses within 24 hours and certification processing within five business days, supported by an online application system. Planned enhancements, including a digital portal and online exam proctoring, will reduce administrative friction while maintaining technical rigour.

With more than 75 years of experience in certification, CWB is building on its legacy and credibility to deliver a rigorous and accessible NDT certification pathway. The expansion will help to strengthen the overall ecosystem of inspection, compliance, and workforce competency in Canada. 

For industry stakeholders, NDT personnel certification represents a meaningful opportunity to enhance quality assurance practices while supporting the development of a highly skilled inspection workforce.

Read the full article in Canadian Fabricating & Welding to explore how CWB’s NDT certification program is shaping the future of inspection and quality assurance in Canada.

Additional information on CGSB NDT personnel certification is available on the CWB Group website.