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Purpose of This Order. This order provides policy and mandatory, standardized procedures for people who administer all aviation mechanic or parachute rigger oral and practical tests. Compliance with these standardized procedures ensures that applicants meet a satisfactory level of competence and workmanship required for certification. This order does not relieve inspectors from instructing and guiding the following Technical Personnel Examiners (TPE): Designated Mechanic Examiners (DME) and Designated Parachute Rigger Examiners (DPRE).