METHOD OF STATEMENT FOR WELDING OF

I-BEAM STRUCTURES

Project Name:-

PREPARED BY CHECKED APPROVED BY

BY
MOHAMMED MUZAIN
ALI
WELDING INSPECTOR
02-04-2024

Document Revision History and Status

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Method Statement for Welding of I-
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Contents
1. PURPOSE....................................................................................................................................................4
2. INTRODUCTION / SCOPE............................................................................................................................4
3. DEFINITIONS AND ABBREVATION..............................................................................................................4
3.1 DEFINITION.........................................................................................................................................4
3.1.1 Fusin Joint Welding....................................................................................................................4
3.1.2 Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW).........................................................................................4
3.1.3 Weld Map...................................................................................................................................5
3.1.4 Tack weld....................................................................................................................................5
3.1.5 Joint:...........................................................................................................................................5
3.1.6 Joint penetration........................................................................................................................5
3.1.7 Joint root....................................................................................................................................5
3.1.8 Non-Destructive Examination (NDE):.........................................................................................5
3.1.9 Automated ultrasonic testing (AUT)...........................................................................................5
3.1.10 Preliminary Welding Procedure Specification (PWPS):...............................................................5
3.1.11 Welding procedure specification (WPS).....................................................................................5
3.1.12 Procedure Qualification (PQ):.....................................................................................................5
3.1.13 Procedure Qualification Record (PQR).......................................................................................6
3.1.14 Welder Qualification..................................................................................................................6
3.1.15 Segment.....................................................................................................................................6
3.2 ABBREVATION....................................................................................................................................6
4. REFERENCE (Code and Standards).............................................................................................................6
4.1 ASME SEC IX: Welding, Brazing & Fusing Qualifications.....................................................................7
4.2 ASME SEC V: Nondestructive Examination.........................................................................................7
4.3 AWS D-1.1: Structural Welding Code-Steel.........................................................................................7
5. ROLES / RESPONSIBILITIES.........................................................................................................................7
5.1 Site / Area Manager...........................................................................................................................7
5.2 HSE Manager......................................................................................................................................7
5.3 QA/QC Manager.................................................................................................................................7
5.4 QC Welding Inspector........................................................................................................................7
5.5 Field Welding Engineer.......................................................................................................................8
5.6 Welding Foreman / Supervisor...........................................................................................................8
5.7 Warehouse Supervisor.......................................................................................................................9

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6. Tools & Equipment’s.....................................................................................................................................9
7. Manpower................................................................................................................................................10
8. Welding Consumable Handling and Storage............................................................................................10
8.1 Low Hydrogen Electrode (E7018).....................................................................................................10
8.2 Cellulosic-coated electrodes (E6010)...............................................................................................12
9. Procedure for Welding.............................................................................................................................12
9.1 Preliminary Welding Procedure Specification (PWPS)......................................................................12
9.2 Procedure Qualification Record (PQR).............................................................................................12
9.3 Welding Procedure Specification (WPS)...........................................................................................13
9.4 Welder Qualification........................................................................................................................13
9.5 Methodology of Pipeline Welding....................................................................................................14
9.5.1 Cleaning of Pipe, Beveling Inspection.......................................................................................14
9.5.2 Alignment and Fit-up................................................................................................................14
9.5.3 Welding....................................................................................................................................16
9.6 NDT (Non-Destructive Testing).........................................................................................................19
9.6.1 Radiographic Examination Requirement (RT)...........................................................................19
9.6.2 Ultrasonic Testing (UT) Requirement.......................................................................................19
9.6.3 Magnetic Particle Examination Requirement (MPT)................................................................20
9.6.4 Liquid Penetrant Examination Requirement (DPT)...................................................................20
9.7 Weld Identification & Traceability....................................................................................................20
10. Quality Control & Quality Assurance....................................................................................................23
11. Documentation....................................................................................................................................24
12. Health, Safety & Environment..............................................................................................................24
13. Attachment..........................................................................................................................................25

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1. PURPOSE
The purpose of this document is to lay down safe, fast and professional procedures for the welding of carbon steel
pipes to comply with applicable standards and specifications in accordance with accepted codes of practice.
This method statement or process specification provides the minimum requirements that govern the Shielded
Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) of I-Beams with grade (IPE AA 120 & IPE AA 140) and Electrode E7018 or as
per approved WPS.
Design procedural and quality assurance requirements are given. All work instructions and Weld Procedure
Specifications (WPS) used during welding shall satisfy the requirements of this process specification. This
documentation also gives the requirements for preparing, qualifying and use of the Procedure Qualification
Records (PQR).

2. INTRODUCTION / SCOPE
This method of statement outlines the procedure for welding I-beams to construct portable houses. Al-
Damegh’s responsibility is to ensure the proper welding of I-Beams to meet structural requirements. The scope
includes preparation of materials, welding processes, quality control measures, and adherence to safety
standards throughout the welding operation. Our aim is to deliver sturdy and reliable welds to support the
construction of durable portable houses.

This Standard covers the requirements for qualifying all welding,

3. DEFINITIONS AND ABBREVATION

3.1 DEFINITION
3.1.1 Fusin Joint Welding:
Process involving heating of the ends of two pipe/fitting components which are to be joined, until a
molten state is attained on each contact surface. The two surfaces are then brought together under
controlled pressure for a specific cooling time.

3.1.2 Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW):

Arc welding process with an arc between a covered electrode and the weld pool. The process is used
with shielding from the decomposition of the electrode covering without the application of pressure,
and with filler metal from the electrode.

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 3.1.3 Weld Map:
A weld map is a drawing used to number each of the welds or joints contained within it.

3.1.4 Tack weld:

Weld made to hold parts of a weldment in proper alignment until the final welds are made.

3.1.5 Joint:
The junction of members or the edges of members that are to be joined or have been joined.

3.1.6 Joint penetration:

Distance the weld metal extends from the weld face into a joint, exclusive of weld reinforcement.

3.1.7 Joint root:

That portion of a joint to be welded where the members approach closest to each other. In cross
section, the joint root may be either a point and line, or an area.

3.1.8 Non-Destructive Examination (NDE):

The act of determining the suitability of some material or component for its intended purpose using
techniques that do not affect its serviceability.

3.1.9 Automated ultrasonic testing (AUT):

A term that covers a wide range of ultrasonic testing systems and techniques utilizing automated
mechanical scanners while recording ultrasonic results.

3.1.10 Preliminary Welding Procedure Specification (PWPS):

Preliminary welding procedure means a welding procedure which has not been qualified yet and needs
to be qualified.

3.1.11 Welding procedure specification (WPS):

A written procedure, based on applicable codes, standards and good engineering practice, listing the
materials, detailed method and parameters to be employed during welding of a joint

3.1.12 Procedure Qualification (PQ):

A demonstration of welding a joint (qualification weld) by using approved equipment and methods,
utilizing the parameters outlined in the proposed WPS to demonstrate that the given weld will have
suitable mechanical properties and soundness. The qualification weld has to be subjected to non-
destructive and destructive testing

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 3.1.13 Procedure Qualification Record (PQR)
A document containing all information concerning the welding of the qualification joint (as run
parameters, detailed methods and conditions) as well as the results of the subsequent tests, material
certificates, calibration certificates etc.

3.1.14 Welder Qualification:

Demonstration of the abilities of the welder to produce a weld that meets the requirements of the
applicable qualified WPS. The qualification weld has to be subjected to non-destructive testing.

3.1.15 Segment:

A piece of base metal (pipe nipple or fitting) consisting of less than a full circumference
section.

3.2 ABBREVATION
WPS Welding Procedure Specification MT Magnetic test
PQR Procedure Qualification Records PT Penetrant test
Welder Performance Qualification
WPQR Test Record API American Petroleum Institute

JCC Welder Job Clearance Card ASME American Society of Mechanical Engineers
NDT Non-Destructive Testing AWS American Welding Society
International Organization for Standardization
SMAW Shielded Metal Arc Welding ISO

RT Radiographic Testing OD Outer Diameter

UT Ultrasonic Testing WT Wall Thickness
VT Visual Testing

4. REFERENCE (Code and Standards)

Unless stated otherwise, latest edition of the following codes and standards shall
establish the minimum standards for the work.

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 4.1 ASME SEC IX: Welding, Brazing & Fusing Qualifications

4.2 ASME SEC V: Nondestructive Examination

4.3 AWS D-1.1: Structural Welding Code-Steel

5. ROLES / RESPONSIBILITIES
5.1 Site / Area Manager:
 Al Damegh Representative on site responsible for all contractual relationships with the client /
consultant Representative.
 Shall Responsible for ensuring that all site activities are executed in safe and controlled manner
in accordance with applicable HSE procedure by carrying out the regular inspection of the work
and supervisory personnel and participating in formal HSE inspection.

5.2 HSE Manager:

 The Site HSE manager monitors the work to ensure compliance with safety regulations at site.
 He is responsible for preparation and implementation of all safety procedures and practices for
all activities as well as imparting training for supervisory, workmen for execution of the works
in a safe manner.

5.3 QA/QC Manager:

 Site Quality control manager will be responsible for implementation of project quality procedure
and inspection of work as per Inspection and Test Plans.

5.4 QC Welding Inspector

 Responsible for performing the inspection for receiving, in process, and final inspection for
quality requirements.
 Shall complete and document inspection activities in accordance with approved “WELDING” &
related Quality documentation requirements (Checklists, Test Forms, Other Quality Records).
 Shall be responsible for routine monitoring, surveillance and Process Control during Welding
activities.
 Monitoring the conditions of the ovens, quivers and the calibration validity.

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  Monitoring of baking, holding temperature of the ovens.
 Surveillance survey on daily basis for monitoring the consumable traceability and site
conditions.
 Reporting on daily basis any site discrepancies.
 Verifying welding consumables requisition control form that correct electrodes per WPS are
requested by the welding foreman.

 Monitoring that all left over electrodes and electrodes whose exposure time is over, are being
returned for re-conditioning.

5.5 Field Welding Engineer

 Monitor that Safety and Environmental requirements are being met Generate Field Material
Requisitions for welding related equipment, consumables, and tools according to site welding
requirements
 Train welders and Welder Training Instructors in accordance with site standards and Standard
Work Process.
 Identify any need for welder upgrading or training, and when required, request assistance from
Welding & NDE services for such upgrading or training when required
 Assure that all field welding is done in accordance with the current revision of the Welding
Procedure specification and relevant Codes.
 Assure that RT particle comply with Code and project requirements.
 Generate NDT requests.
 Evaluate all NDT results.
 Maintain visual surveillance of field fit-up and welding operations.
 Be responsible for surveillance of all welding being performed at site.
 Issue weekly reports in accordance with the applicable project standard and send copy to the
quality Manager.
 Prepare a project welding history at the completion of the project and submit copy to quality
Manager

5.6 Welding Foreman / Supervisor

 The responsibilities of the Welding Foreman are ensuring the quality of the electrodes in all the
stages receiving, in process & reassignment of consumables ensuring the consumable
parameters are effective in place.
 Supervise employees by providing training, safe working conditions, necessary tools and
equipment to meet customer requirements.

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  To ensures that all equipment is in good/safe operating condition.
 Monitoring of baking / holding temperatures / times of the ovens and the appropriate use of the
quivers.
 Welding consumables traceability throughout.
 The guidance of the welders as appropriate for the use of the consumables.
 To monitor the collection return or scrapping of unused electrodes as per present
procedure. This activity shall also be controlled by Welding QC on random basis.

5.7 Warehouse Supervisor.

 Responsible for the warehouse storage, issue and control of welding electrodes.
 Responsible for issuing and recording the electrode, monitor and records the baking and holding
ovens.

6. Tools & Equipment’s.

 Welding Machine
 Baking and Holding Oven
 Portable Oven
 Electrode Holder and Power Cables
 Electrodes
 Welding Face Shield and Gloves
 Cleaning Brush
 Chipping tools
 Windshields or temporary shelters
 Grinder Machine
 Tower Light & Generator
 Welding Gauge
 Hi Lo Gauge
 Wind speed Measure Meter (Anemometer)

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7. Manpower

No Direct Manpower: QTY

1 Field Welding Engineer 1

2 Welding inspector 1

3 Welder Forman 2

4 Welders 10

5 Pipe fitters 6
6 Drivers 4

7 Pipe Fitters 6

8 Skilled Grinders 4

9 Helpers 8

8. Welding Consumable Handling and Storage

8.1 Low Hydrogen Electrode (E7018)
a. Welding electrodes shall be the same classification as those used for the welding-
procedure qualification.
b. Filler metals and fluxes shall be stored and handled to avoid damage to them and to the
containers in which they are shipped.
c. Filler metals and fluxes in opened containers shall be protected from deterioration, and filler
metals that are coated shall be protected from excessive changes in moisture.
d. Filler metals and fluxes that show signs of damage or deterioration shall not be used.
e. When low-hydrogen electrodes are used for welding, the constructor shall control the storage
and handling of electrodes to maintain the low-hydrogen characteristics as recommended by the
electrode manufacturer.
f. Upon receipt of welding consumable, Request for inspection from the Warehouse Department /
site store keeper/ material controller to the QC inspector will verify that the necessary
documentation, certificates of conformance / MTC, marking & traceability as required to meet
the project specification.
g. The warehouse supervisor / material controller ensures that:

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  Electrodes are kept dry and free from humidity (Relative humidity shall be 60°C max).

 Electrodes are not stored directly on the ground.

 All low hydrogen electrodes packages are received hermetically sealed

h. Any unused low hydrogen electrodes that are damp or wet and unidentifiable are marked and
discarded.
i. Low-hydrogen electrodes are delivered to site in hermetically sealed tins with identification and
batch numbers clearly visible
j. Before issue of electrodes the Low-hydrogen type electrodes are placed in baking ovens at a
temperature of 260-430°C for 2 hours minimum. Or manufacturer recommendation to follow.
The detail of baking is recorded on the electrode drying register.
k. The electrodes after baking are stored in the holding oven for 120°C until they are issued to
welder.
l. Based on the work load the electrodes are issued to welders and the details of issue are noted in
the electrode register.
m. Low hydrogen electrodes to SFA 5.1:
 Upon removal from drying or storage oven or hermetically sealed containers, the
electrodes may not be exposed to the atmosphere for more than 4 hours.
 The exposure may be extended to 8 hours if the electrodes are continuously stored in
portable electrode oven heated to 65°C minimum.
 Electrodes exposed to the atmosphere for less than the permitted time period may be
reconditioned.
 Electrode exposed in excess of the permitted time period must be re-dried.
 Electrodes that have become wet or moist shall not be used and shall be discarded.
n. Welders are to ensure that no mixing of electrodes occur by only using their own personally issued
quivers. Which are maintained at 80°C to 150°C.
o. It is the responsibility of the welding foreman/QC representative to segregate and/or discard unused
or re-backed electrodes.
p. The control of these activities is continuously monitored by the QA/QC representative.
q. Unused electrodes are returned back for re-baking after 8-hours if not used.
r. During the next issue these electrodes will be given priority for usage.
s. Re-baked electrodes are only used once and then discarded.

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9. Procedure for Welding

All welding procedure specifications and welding procedure qualification records shall conform
to the requirement of the standard and the applicable codes. The changes are essential variable
like process and material group etc.; needs separate qualification. All other changes over non-
essential variable need revision of relevant WPS.

9.1 Preliminary Welding Procedure Specification (PWPS)

 Preliminary welding procedure is a welding procedure which has not been

qualified yet and needs to be qualified.
 A preliminary welding procedure need to make and then get that qualified through PQR
requirements.
 Contractors need to get the welding procedures qualified and to make preliminary WPS
in those cases makes things easier rather than directly moving to PQR development.

9.2 Procedure Qualification Record (PQR)

 Before production welding is started, a detailed Procedure Qualification shall be

established and qualified based on applicable codes, standard and good engineering
practice, listing the material detailed method and parameters to be employed during
welding to demonstrate that sound welds with suitable mechanical properties (such as
strength, ductility, and hardness) can be made by the procedure.
 The acceptance of the procedure qualification welds shall be determined by
destructive testing.

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 9.3 Welding Procedure Specification (WPS)
 Submittals for Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS) required for the scope of work
shall be carefully prepared, organized, reviewed, and approved to ensure complete
coverage for all line classifications within the anticipated scope of work.
 The WPS should include the minimum requirement Welding Process, Materials,
Diameter and Wall Thickness, Joint Design and weld shape and size, Filler Metal and
Number of Beads.

9.4 Welder Qualification.

 The purpose of the welder qualification test shall be to determine the ability of
welders to make sound welds.
 Each welder shall be qualified according to the applicable standard before making a
production weld.
 It is possible to qualify a WPS and a welder with one test joint.
 It is the intent of this standard that a welder who satisfactorily completes the
procedure qualification test shall be a qualified welder,
 In such cases, verified compliance to a WPS is not required as the welder will be
establishing the WPS parameters as part of the qualification process.
 Prior to starting the qualification tests, the welder shall be allowed reasonable time to
adjust the welding equipment to be used.
 The welder shall follow the requirements of the applicable qualified welding procedure
specification unless the welder is welding a procedure qualification test joint.
 The qualification of welders shall be conducted in the presence of a
representative acceptable to the company.
 A welder shall qualify for welding by performing a test joint
 Welders qualified on tie-in welding can be used for fill and cap on mainline welds.
 Each welder shall be assigned a unique ID number. The numbers once assigned to a
particular welder shall not be reused for any other welder under any circumstances.
 Qualification shall be valid of 6 months unless otherwise stated in the applicable
standard.
 Welder Performance Record (WPR) shall be maintained showing the number of welds
and NDT results for each welder.

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 9.5 Methodology of Pipeline Welding.

 Welds in the I-Beam(structure) and the attachments shall be performed in strict

accordance with the qualification procedures.
 Collect all the necessary information of welding given in the project welding
specifications.
 Prepare the joint as per guidelines mentioned in the AWS D-1.1

9.5.1 Cleaning of Pipe, Beveling Inspection.

 Each structure shall be thoroughly examined to make sure it is free from moisture, scale,
slag, heavy rust, grease, coatings, paint, primer, cement, or any other foreign material.
 Joint surfaces shall be smooth, uniform, and free from defects that adversely affect
proper welding.

9.5.2 Alignment and Fit-up.

 As a minimum, the structures shall be visually inspected for the following, immediately
prior to line-up for welding:
 I-Beams(structures) are uniform with no indication of flatting or denting
 Bevel area is free of nicks and gouges
 The joint design conforms to the welding procedure specification (WPS)
 Cleanliness, the bevel and surrounding area shall be free from contaminants such as
oil, grease, oxides etc.

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  All fit up conditions like bevel angle, root gap and misalignment shall be checked by
using gauges of recognized commercial quality, such as TWI etc.
 The maximum allowable misalignment (high/low) shall be as per AWS D-1.1.
 Heating and strong backs shall not be used for correction of misalignment.

 Hammering is not permitted except by means of a tool with non-ferrous, soft

contact surface, for example bronze.
 I-Beam structure shall be checked for correct thickness, dimensions and spec. with
respect to the approved alignment sheets.
 Bevels are free of nicks and gouges in addition to the surrounding area shall be free from
contaminants such as oil grease etc. for not less than 25mm from welding edge.
 I-Beam structure are uniform with no indication of flatting or denting.
 Bevels shall be designed in accordance with the approved WPS.
 The supports shall be strong enough to support the I-Beam structure.
 Before starting of welding works Welding engineer shall submit batch Certificates of the
electrodes for review. Only approved batch of electrodes /filler wires shall be used at
site.

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  Maximum misalignment must be according to wall thickness calculation
considerations and the final welded thickness (as per site measurements, the thinnest
point should not be below the minimum design wall thickness value.

9.5.3 Welding
 Welding shall be done as per the approved welding procedure specifications (WPS).

 Only qualified welders shall be engaged and each welder shall bear an identity card
during welding operation.
 Preheat temperature shall be maintained prior to commencement of root run and
subsequent runs as per Approved WPS.
 The root gap shall be accurately checked and shall be as per approved WPS.
 The root pass of butt joints shall be executed properly so as to achieve full
penetration with complete fusion of the root edges.
 Root & Hot pass shall be done by qualified welders as stated in the WPS.
 Filling metal and Caps can be started up by two qualified welder as stated in the WPS.
 All Arc burns beside the weld bevel or ground clam arc burns shall be removed by
grinding.
 During welding, all slag, spatter and excessive weld build up shall be removed from
the weld and the adjacent area using power tools.

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  Welding shall not be interrupted during a pass and shall be completed as early as
possible.
 Any kind of movement of components, shocks, vibrations, bumping and stresses are
prohibited while welding is in progress.
 Once the deposit of the first pass has been started, it must be completed as rapidly
as possible to reduce interruption to the minimum.
 The welding speed shall be approximately same as that established in the
qualified welding procedure.
 Removing the flux craters, welding irregularities slag etc. by Grinding / Chipping tools
 Welding progression shall be same as root pass second pass shall start within the time
qualified during procedure qualification.
 After cleaning the hot pass, filling and capping starts within the time qualified
during procedure qualification.
 Every pass shall be cleaned by power-brush, grinding machine and chisel, starting and
finishing point shall be staggered for every pass.
 Capping height shall be 3mm / as per approved WPS over the surface.
 Spatters shall be removed and cleaning shall be done by power brush.

9.4 Weather Protection:

 All the welds during welding operation shall be protected from wind, sand and rain.
 Contractor shall supply welding shelters when using a gas shielded welding
process.
 No welding shall be performed on wet parts. Therefore, in case ambient conditions
should cause condensation on the joints and especially in case the joints are wet, the
edges shall be dried by heating with a torch on min. 100 mm at each side of the weld. In
case of wind, rain, low ambient temperature (lower than
+10°C), welding operations shall not be carried out without having taken all necessary
precautions.
 The company shall decide if weather conditions are suitable for welding.

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 9.5 Visual Inspection & NDT

 All welds and weld repairs shall be subjected to 100% visual inspection by the
Contractor’s welding inspector in accordance with AWS D-1.1 as applicable to external
surfaces. Internal surfaces should also be inspected when safe access permits.
 To perform his task he shall be equipped with all necessary gauges, mirror, digital
thermometer, etc. Only equipment of recognized commercial quality shall be used.
 The acceptance or rejection of any weld shall be mentioned in the visual
inspection report. The format of the report has to be approved in advance.
 The parent metal shall be free of scabs, nicks, dents, gouges, arc burns and other visible
surface defects.
 The center lines of the inside and outside welds (misalignment) shall be within the limits.
 The welds shall be free of cracks, craters, pinholes, and lack of penetration or fusion.
 The height of the weld reinforcement shall be as small as possible and shall not exceed
3.0 mm.

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 9.6 NDT (Non-Destructive Testing)

9.6.1 Radiographic Examination Requirement (RT).

 At the start of production welding the first 100 joints shall be subjected to 100% RT.
 In case welder will be changed, with precondition that the same welding
specification / procedure will be used, the first 50 joints of the new welder’s
production shall be subjected to 100% RT.
 All tie-in welds, repair welds, welds to be enclosed in casings or concrete weighting,
welds between pipes of different thickness and welds for joining special parts as bends,
tees, reducers, valves, etc. shall be subject to 100% radiographic examination by the
Contractor’s qualified NDT personnel.

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 9.7 Weld Identification & Traceability:

 All welding work shall be fully traceability by using: Weld Log Book has to be written
clearly the data of each material and the weld number uniquely with all recorded
information.
 Numbering the weld joints should be marked on the weld joints.
 Contractor has to ensure full traceability of any welding work.
 The identification number of the welder for each pass has to be marked near the joint
with weatherproof chalk or paint marker.
 This information shall not be removed until the welds have been visually inspected and
non-destructive tested and found acceptable

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10. Quality Control & Quality Assurance.
 Quality Assurance shall be maintained by ensuring the systematic implementation of this
procedure and ensure that necessary quality records are generated.
 Quality Toll Box meeting should be conduct prior to start of welding activity.
 The working Crew supervisor shall report to the concerned QA/QC Engineer about the
work completed and the work planned for next day daily basis. (Daily construction
report).
 The level of inspection of respective construction activities will be as per the
attached Inspection Test Plan.
 Before “H” points are achieved, the working crew supervisor/QAQC engineer shall
notify the relevant department or personnel responsible for oversight, such as the
project manager or designated authority. By means of issuing an inspection request, the
on-site QA/QC Engineer shall schedule the planned activity and maintain the inspection
record accordingly.
 If the designated representative fails to arrive on time, work beyond the “H” point
shall not proceed. However, the working group shall maintain a corresponding record
of the delay.
 Before the witness (W) points are achieved, the working crew supervisor/QAQC
engineer shall notify the designated authority responsible for oversight, such as the
project manager or relevant department. By issuing an inspection request, the on-site
QA/QC Engineer shall schedule the planned activity and maintain the inspection record
accordingly.

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  Before “R” points are achieved the working crew shall not invite contractor
representative for such activity, but the necessary records shall be maintained and
submitted for review of contractor representative by QA/QC Engineer after “R” points
are achieved.

11. Documentation.
 WPS and PQR Register / Log
 NDT Request
 Weld Log Book
 Weld Summary, Welder Performance and Non-Destructive (NDT) Tracking Report
 Weekly Cumulative Weld Status Report.
 Weekly Welder Repair Rate Report
 Qualified Welder Qualification Tracking record
 Qualified Welder Job Clearance Card (JCC) record
 Welding Equipment Calibration Record
 Electrode Baking and Holding Register
 Electrode Issue Register
 Electrode / Welding Material Issue Slip

12. Health, Safety & Environment

 All personnel shall have attended HSE induction / awareness training programs
conducted in-house. This shall be documented adequately. Register shall be maintained
with Site HSE Manager.
 NOC / Work permits shall be obtained from the concerned authorities prior to start of the
activity.
 Work permits will be obtained from the concerned authorities. All permits passes shall be
issued prior to start of any excavation work.

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  Tool box talk shall be conducted before starting the work and all Hazards and safety
measures shall be discussed.
 Warning tapes of red/white stripes shall be used to cordon off the area of operation to prevent
entry of unauthorized persons and vehicles
 Barricades shall be put up on either side of the area of operation at least 10 meters away.
 Notwithstanding the above, any other measure, as demanded by the site conditions and the
climatic conditions at the time of operation shall be adopted to ensure safety of the public
property and the environment.

13. Attachment.

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