规定了锅炉、压力容器、管道及其部件的无损检测（NDE）方法的要求。提供焊接接头无损检测的具体细节、焊接接头缺陷的验收标准、生产和焊工资格测试焊缝的无损检测、特定材料施工的无损检测、特定用途施工的无损检测、锻件和铸件，以及报告和记录。还规定了无损检测人员的测试和资格要求。

Specifies requirements for non-destructive examination (NDE) methods for the examination of boilers, pressure vessels, piping and their components. Provides specific details for NDE of welded joints, acceptance criteria for weld joint defects, NDE of production and welder qualification test welds, NDE for construction in specific materials, NDE of specific purpose construction, forgings and castings, and reports and records. Also specifies requirements for testing and qualification of non-destructive examination personnel.