Metalworking Certifications in Europe: VCA, PRL, CSIP, ISO 9606
For Welders
| Certification | Description | Scope |
|---|---|---|
| ISO 9606-1 | Fusion welder qualification | Europe and worldwide |
| VCA/SCC | Industrial safety (Safety Checklist Contractors) | Netherlands, Belgium, Germany |
| PRL/TPM | Occupational Risk Prevention / Metal Professional Card | Spain |
| CSIP | Professional Safety and ID Card | France |
| ASME Section IX | American code qualification | ASME projects worldwide |
| AWS D1.1 | Structural welding code | USA, Canada |
For Companies
| Certification | Description |
|---|---|
| EN 1090 | Execution of steel structures (mandatory for CE marking) |
| ISO 3834 | Quality requirements for fusion welding |
| ISO 9001 | Quality management system |
| ASME U/S/R Stamps | Pressure equipment manufacture |
Coordination (IIW/EWF)
IWP → IWS → IWT → IWE: progressive welding coordination levels recognised by ISO 14731.
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