Typical Flow chart for Welding Processes Validation

Determine the number of Welding Processes to be validated

Conduct training and awareness program for welder

Prepare Preliminary Welding Procedures (P-WPS)

Prepare Test Piece and get it welded by Welder / re-testing as applicable

Not Ok
Visual
Inspection

Ok

Not Ok
NDT
Inspection if
applicable

Ok

Not Ok
DT
Inspection

Ok

Prepare Documentation (WPS & PQR)