Class-Approved UTM Operator
Code ut-thickness-class-approved
Class-society approval (DNV, LR, BV, ABS, ClassNK) for ultrasonic thickness measurement firms / operators carrying out class-required hull gaugings.
- Prerequisites
- asnt-ndt-level-ii
- Duration
- —
- Validity
- 5 years
- Refresher
- every 5 years
- Typical cost
- —
Per IACS UR Z10.1, Z10.2, Z10.4, Z10.5.
Where to take this course
Country guides list accredited training centres in the major seafarer-supplying nations:
Related glossary terms
High confidence
Editorial confidence: how we grade. Data sources and methodology: /sources.
Class-Approved UTM Operator: FAQ
- What is the Class-Approved UTM Operator (UT-THICKNESS-CLASS-APPROVED) certification?
- Class-society approval (DNV, LR, BV, ABS, ClassNK) for ultrasonic thickness measurement firms / operators carrying out class-required hull gaugings. Category: Inspection.
- Who needs UT-THICKNESS-CLASS-APPROVED?
- UT-THICKNESS-CLASS-APPROVED applies to seafarers in roles defined under STCW. Recommended prerequisites: asnt-ndt-level-ii. Without UT-THICKNESS-CLASS-APPROVED, operators may decline to roster you for the relevant duties.
- Where can I get UT-THICKNESS-CLASS-APPROVED?
- UT-THICKNESS-CLASS-APPROVED is delivered by approved training centres in most major maritime training countries. Use our /training-centres directory and the certifications-by-country filters to find an approved provider near you. The flag administration of your seaman's book may also publish a list of accepted providers.
- How long is UT-THICKNESS-CLASS-APPROVED valid?
- 5 years from issue, with a refresher required every 5 years. Plan your revalidation course before the expiry date; lapsed certificates may require re-sitting the full course rather than a refresher, and operators may refuse to extend a contract while a critical certificate is expired.