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This is the primary reg that all mechanics perform to:
§ 43.13 Performance rules (general).
(a) Each person performing maintenance, alteration, or preventive maintenance on an aircraft, engine, propeller, or appliance shall use the methods, techniques, and practices prescribed in the current manufacturer's maintenance manual or Instructions for Continued Airworthiness prepared by its manufacturer, or other methods, techniques, and practices acceptable to the Administrator, except as noted in §43.16. He shall use the tools, equipment, and test apparatus necessary to assure completion of the work in accordance with accepted industry practices. If special equipment or test apparatus is recommended by the manufacturer involved, he must use that equipment or apparatus or its equivalent acceptable to the Administrator.
It is up to the individual as to what or how that is accomplished. Keep in mind, that should anything go awry, he will be answering to the attornies and the local FAA airworthiness inspectors on his actions for that inspection.
Are inspections for continued airworthiness the same as SIDS? That will have to be determined by a judge eventually. Whether its a NTSB or civil court at law remains to be seen. This is a question that begs for resolution.
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