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Authorized Inspector Checklist For ASME Code Fabrication Shops

The document outlines an inspector checklist for reviewing ASME code fabrication shops. The checklist covers reviewing certificates of authorization, welding programs including WPS, PQR and welder qualifications, design and production documents including drawings, calculations and travellers, purchase orders and material documentation, production, examination and inspection controls, and vessel certification and stamping including nameplates and data reports. The checklist ensures all required codes, procedures, documentation and inspections are in place and meets ASME requirements.

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Authorized Inspector Checklist For ASME Code Fabrication Shops

The document outlines an inspector checklist for reviewing ASME code fabrication shops. The checklist covers reviewing certificates of authorization, welding programs including WPS, PQR and welder qualifications, design and production documents including drawings, calculations and travellers, purchase orders and material documentation, production, examination and inspection controls, and vessel certification and stamping including nameplates and data reports. The checklist ensures all required codes, procedures, documentation and inspections are in place and meets ASME requirements.

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Authorized Inspector Checklist for ASME Code Fabrication Shops

I. Review of Certificates of Authorization


A. Name
B. Adress
C. Scope of Activity
D. Expiration date is current
E. Required Code Books available
F. QC Manual Reviewed and Accepted
G. Monitoring Program implemented by AI

II. Review Welding Program (Section IX QW-250)

A. Welding Proecedure Specifications (WPS)


1. All Variables adressed
2. Weld pass limited to 13 mm, maximum
3. Reasonable ranges for variables
4. Readily available to welders

B. Procedure Qualification Records (PQR)


1. Essential and Supplementary (if needed) Variables
2. Multiple PQR/WPS coordination
3. Tensile test
4. Bend test
5. Certification By Manufacturer

C. Welder Performance Qualifications (WPQ)


1. Essential variables acc. to Section IX QW-350
2. Qualification ranges
3. Machine and Auto variables
4. Inspections and Tests documented
5. Certification By Manufacturer
6. Continuity Records (for each qualified welders per process)

III. Review Design and Production Documents

A. Review Drawings and Calculations together


1. Same materials and thicknesses on both
2. Correct formulas and Variables used
3. Current Edition used
4. Openings evaluated (UG-46)
5. Flanges and fittings
6. Weld sizes
7. MDMT
8. Loadings acc.to UG-22
9. NDE
10. Special Service (acc.to UW-2,Lethal,LT,UB)
11. Review and acceptance
B. Review the Traveller (Inspection or Quality Plan, etc.)
1. Weld joint inspection (fit-up and final weld)
2. NDE documented and acceptable
3. Hold Points
4. Operation Sequencing
5. Traceabilty to vessel and design package
6. Review and Acceptance

IV. Review Purchase Orders

1. ASME Spec.Materials ordered


2. Materials identified in the design
3. Ordering information per Specification
4. Special requirements (if needed)
5. Documentation requested
6. Review and Release prior issuing

A. Review Material Test Reports (for ALL pressure retaining parts)


1. ASME Material
2. Physical and Chemical check
3. Trace element analysis
4. PO Requirements met
B. Check Material Markings
1. Required markings per Specifications or Coded Markings
2. Traceability to documentation
3. Use of Correct material in vessel
C. Check Material Issue and Stowage
1. Receipt inspection before use
2. Code and Non-Code segregated
3. Rejected material handling
4. Issue and selection controls
5. Thickness checks
6. Welding material stowage and distribution and handling

V. Production,Examination, and Inspection Controls


A. Fit-up inspections
1. Joints checked at fitup and documented
2. Material Identification maintained
3. Welder identification
4. Tack weld Preparation (bevel,gap etc. acc.to WPS)
B. Final Weld Inspection and Pressure Test
1. Internal inspection (before final closure as well)
2. Weld size and appearance
3. Material identification
4. Welder identification
5. Vertical hydrotest,static head considering
6. Proper pressure and temperature
7. Gage/Manometer calibration and tracking
8. NDE before Pneumatic test (UW-50 or Code Case)
C. NDE
1. Personnel certification per Code (SNT-TC-1A: 2006)
2. Procedure demonstrated and/or qualified (Sec.V, T-150)
3. Complete,acceptable, and documented

D. PWHT
1. Correct time and temperature (Sec.VIII UCS-56,UW-40/UHA-
44/UHT)
2. Chart recorder calibration
3. Traceable to the vessel

VI. Vessel Certification and Stamping


A. Nameplate or Stamping
1. Complete and Correct Information
2. Correct Location
3. Letter size and depth correct
4. Witness/Verify Certification Mark and appropiate Designator/NB
symbol if registration required
5. Special Service markings (if applicable)

B. Data Report (Section VIII, Appendix W)


1. Openings described completely and correctly
2. Supports listed
3. Proper materials listed
4. Correct joint efficiencies
5. PWHT data correct
6. Impact or exemption statements
7. Design Conditions correct
8. Partial Data Report(s) listed (if applicable)
9. Mandatory Remarks entries
10. Manufacturers Name and Adress match certificate
11. Expiration date correct
12. Certification by the Manufacturer

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