Two recent, well-publicized events have brought home the life-saving importance of non-destructive testing. Recently, the Carowinds amusement park in North Carolina shut down its Fury 325 roller coaster after frightening video circulated of a visibly detached crack in a key support beam as unsuspecting passengers zoomed over it at high speeds.

At the end of the day, a proactive approach to inspections can help you avoid costly repairs and compliance issues down the road — and IIA can help.