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Training, Qualification and Quality Technical Group

Achieving consistent quality in welding and engineering depends on having the right skills, training and procedures in place. Effective quality management and a clear understanding of relevant standards help ensure that work is carried out correctly and meets the required expectations.

The Training, Qualification & Quality Technical Group focuses on training, professional development, competence and the practices used to achieve and maintain quality. Its events cover topics relating to education, qualification, quality assurance, quality control and the application of standards in the workplace.

The group provides an opportunity for members and industry professionals to share experience, discuss challenges and learn from good practice. Its activities support the development of skills and competence while encouraging a consistent approach to quality across industry

Meet the Chair

EUR ING David Reeves CEng FWeldI

After starting his working life as a technical apprentice with Whessoe Heavy Engineering Ltd in 1976, David went on to become a Senior Welding Engineer for Onshore Construction in 1985. Since 1991 David has worked in Offshore Oil and Gas occupying a variety of roles for installation contractors, engineering companies and operators. He is currently working for Saipem Romania as a Senior Welding Coordinator.

As an active volunteer with The Welding Institute David sits on both MERC and the Professional Board as well as being a member for the editorial panel for Welding and Joining Matters. David was the Chair of the Structural Integrity Technical Group before establishing and being the inaugural Chair of TG9 which he now co-chairs with Chris Eady.

Meet the Co-Chair

EUR ING Chris Eady BSc (Hons) MSc CEng FWeldI FIMechE

Chris is an independent consultant delivering projects in training and qualification solutions, professional development and role competence assurance for a wide range of employers, providers and awarding organisations across key industrial sectors, including clean energy, defence, construction and advanced manufacturing.

Chris has extensive experience in management and development of personnel for manufacturing, installation, operation and maintenance of safety critical systems in both the public and the private sector, and specific understanding of personnel competence requirements from national and international regulations, standards and specifications.

Upcoming Training, Qualification & Quality Events:

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Interested in getting involved?

Our Technical Groups are led by committees of volunteers, bringing together expertise from across industry. Each committee includes a Chair, Programme Manager, Deputy Programme Manager and an industry panel of experts.

Interested in joining the Training, Qualification & Quality Technical Group committee? Select a role below to complete an expression of interest form. Once submitted, a member of our team will be in touch.

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