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Selection of Welds for NDE (On-Plot Piping )

31-Mar-13
DATE APPROVED
QR NUMBER

SAIC-W-2015

PROJECT TITLE

30-Apr-13

WBS / BI / JO NUMBER

032174
EQUIPMENT ID NUMBER(S)

EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION

LAYOUT DRAWING NUMBER

REV. NO.

SCHEDULED INSPECTION DATE & TIME

ACTUAL INSPECTION DATE & TIME

02-July-16

02-July-16
3.11

PLANT NO.

EC / PMCC / MCC NO.

MH's SPENT

TRAVEL TIME

WORK PERMIT REQUIRED?

ACCEPTANCE CRITERIA

REFERENCE

General Requirements

A1

Weld Selection for NDT / NDT Percentage to be Applied

shall be identified in design along with the Welding specification per line
class & per line (SAES-L-310, Sect 7) This is set forth in a proposed
project NDE specification for owner

Project NDE
Spec
Reqmt,
SAES-L-310,
Section 7

A2

Weld Selection for NDT shall be identified (collected, linked, &

maintained for each weld applicable) on an SAEP-1160 Database.
When UT is used in lieu of RT the tracking & reporting requirements
shall remain the same.(Also recorded on SAIC-W-2008 Checklist).

SAEP-1160,
Section
6.1

A3

Weld Selection for NDT ... See Attachment 1

A) NDT for welds of P-Nos 3, 4 & 5 materials shall be
conducted after PWHT. Any NDT appled prior to PWHT should be
considered for information only & not final acceptance. The intent is to
evaluate the weld quality prior to PWHT so any unacceptable
discontinuities canbe repaired prior to PWHT.
B) NDE Process Control
Procedure shall state sequence of NDE (Refer to Notes)

SAEP-1160,
Section
6.1

A6

N/A

CONTRACTOR INSPECTION LEVEL

A5

SYSTEM ID.

N/A

SAUDI ARAMCO USE ONLY

SAUDI ARAMCO ACTIVITY NUMBER

A4

EQPT CODE

QUANTITY INSP.

SATIP-W-011-01

ITEM
No.

SAS Ltd

PURCHASE ORDER NUMBER

SAUDI ARAMCO TIP NUMBER

SAUDI ARAMCO INSPECTION LEVEL

WELD-

CONTRACTOR / SUBCONTRACTOR

NDT Control and Identification ... See Attachment 1

NDT Report number, once assigned to a weld, shall remain
SAEP-1160,
with weld until final acceptance. Repeated NDT on a weld shall be
Section
indicated by adding or modifying the NDT Report Number suffix similar
6.1
to that used for weld repair as stated below as specified in SAEP-1160.

Selection of Tracer Welds ... See Attachment 1

A) Two tracer welds must be selected for each
rejected weld in a 10% RT system. The two welds must have been
welded by the same welder using the same welding process and use the SAEP-1160,
NDT method as the initial weld for evaluation.
Section
B) Progressive sampling of welds
6.1
(tracer welds) shall follow the progressive sampling method as stated in
governing SAES. Tracer welds are not to be counted in the 10%
sampling process.
Results of RT Film Evaluation by Saudi Aramco
A) Welds rejected for weld quality requiring repair have
their original weld id numbers modified by suffix & progression
(R1, R2, T1, T2, T1R1, T1R2, T2R1,
T2R2, etc) As specified in SAEP-1160
SAEP-1160,
Section
B) Welds rejected for film quality require reshoot as follows:
6.1
W-01 (RS) ... Not
specified in SAEP-1160 contractor shall include it in NDE Process
control procedure. (Refer to Notes)

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PASS

FAIL

N/A

RE-INSP DATE

A7

Initial production work of contractor welders shall be monitored by

the project inspector to determine their ability to make sound welds.

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SAEP-324,
Para. 6.2.6

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ACCEPTANCE CRITERIA

REFERENCE

A8

For progressive examination requirements, a lot shall be defined as all of

the same kind of welds made since the last acceptable weld, excluding
"penalty" examinations, for a given welder from any previous production
on a specific line classification.

SAES-W-011,
Para. 17.1.9

A9

The progressive examination shall be limited to the specific welder with

the defective welds.

SAES-W-011,
Para. 17.1.9

A10

The last acceptable weld is defined as a weld that has been examined
and accepted by both RT (or UT) and all other specified NDT methods
(visual, PT, MT).

SAES-W-011,
Para. 17.1.9

A11

The "same kind" of weld is defined as: the same process or

combination of processes, same type of joint (groove vs. fillet), and
same P-Number. Different diameters and wall thicknesses may be
classified within the "same kind" of weld.

SAES-W-011,
Para. 17.1.9

A12

Contractor shall establish "lot & kind" by agreement with project

Ispection at the start of the project for less than 100% Radiography.
Note: Where less than 100% radiographic coverage is reqd, random
selection of welds is based on the weekly weld production.

Initial Testing of Newly Certified Welders

B1

Initial 3* butt welds of each welder are selected for RT.

For decision path on the first three (3) production welds see SAEP324 Appendix III.

B3

C
C1

C2

C3

Radiograph acceptance shall be as specified by the applicable Code

ASMECoverage
B31.3 for plant piping.
NDT
All welds are inspected per ASME B31.3 & SAES-W-011.
SERVICE CATEGORY IS DESIGNATED & KNOWN:
NDT Coverage A) CATEGORY D = D
B) CATEGORY M = M
C) NORMAL SERV = N
D) SEVERE
CYCLE = S
NEVER
SELECT OR EVALUATE NDE WITHOUT USING THE CORRECT
Visual
Examination:
SERVICE CATEGORY AND CODE CRITERIA!
A) All weldsSEE
shallATTACHMENT
be visually examined.
exam
shall be performed
2 (ASMEVisual
TABLE
341.3.2)
(and accepted) prior to other NDT.
B) Where accessible, welds shall be visually examined from root side to
ensure that proper penetration & fusion have been achieved
C) Service & Category (Normal, D, M, Severe
Cycle) must be known
(Visual
Aceeptance Criteria given in ASME B 31.3Table 341.3.2 )

Butt welds in piping shall be RT'd as required below and:

A) If a weld falls under multiple classifications, the
most stringent requirement is applicable.
B) Minimum percent coverage of specified
NDT method may be increased (at any level up to 100%) if, in the
opinion of authorized SA inspector, welds are of questionable
workmanship or if NDT indicates an excessive number of defects.
C) Additional or
alternative NDT methods may be used at the discretion of the authorized
Saudi Aramco inspector in order to assist in determining the type or
extent of defects.

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SAES-W-011,
Para. 17.1.9 &
Para.
17.5.2 &

SAEP-324,
Para. 6.1.5

SAEP-324,
Para. 6.1.5

SAES-W-011,
Para. 17.5.2.1

SAES-W-011,
Para. 17.5.1

SAES-W-011,
Para. 17.5.2

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REFERENCE

C4

For welds below 100% RT requirements, selection of welds is based on

the weekly weld production at a minimum. The detailed requirements of
SAEP-1160 apply. (Backlog basis = 7 days)

SAES-W-011,
Para. 17.5.2

C5

Weld joints selected due to progressive examination requirements (after

SAES-W-011,
weld defects are found) shall not count toward the required overall exam Para. 17.1.9
frequency (%).

C6

Onshore Piping RT & Offshore Piping RT Reqmts:

See Attachment 3 Tables & Notes.

C7

For on-shore piping, at least 10% of the each week's production weld
(circumferential girth welds), are radiographed for:
a. Carbon steel & low alloy steel for general & hydrocarbon Serv.
RT Exams
b. Firewater systems (Interpreted to "normal fluid service")
SAESc. Shop fabricated pipe matls for low temp service below -18C
W-011,
d. Shop fabricated alloy steel, Stainless steel nonferrous materials for all Para. 17.5.2.1
services except Category D fluids.
Shop is an indoor facility approved by SA Insection.

C8

For on-shore piping, 100% RT is performed on the following:

a. Field welds of piping in low temp service below -18C.
b. Shop fabricated alloy steel, P-No. 3, 4, and 5 materials.
c. For field & yard welds of all alloy steel materials (P4 & above),
stainless, & nonferrous matls for all services except Cat D fluids.
d. Hydrocarbon service at road crossings (carrier pipe only).
e. Piping with severe cyclic conditions (as defined in B31.3).
f. Category M fluid service (as defined in B31.3).

C9

For off-shore piping top side piping in Category D fluid service above
0C (includes all lines over water, over tidal flats, or within 30 m of the
shoreline), 10% of the weekly production welds are random selected for
radiography. These are:
a. Firewater systems
b. Raw water system
c. Pressure sewer system
d. All open non-pressure vents and drains

SAES-W-011,
Para. 17.5.2.2

C10

For off-shore top side piping (includes all lines over water, over tidal
flats, or within 30 m of the shoreline), 100% of the welds of piping
systems listed below are selected for radiography:
a. All services other than Category D fluids
b. Stainless steel in chlorinated sea water service.

SAES-W-011,
Para. 17.5.2.2

C11

Selection of welds for 10% RT is strictly controlled by procedure.

RT Process Control Procedure details all
aspects of Weld Selection for NDE.

SAIC-RT-2010

C12

Selection of welds for 10% RT includes welds completed by each welder.

{ASME B31.3, Para. 341.4.1 (b) (1)}

as referenced

C13

Weld joints completed by the welder each day are recorded per SAEP1160 requirements, Section 6.

SAES-W-011,
Para. 17.5.2.1

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RT Exams
SAESW-011,
Para. 17.5.2.1

SAEP-1160,
Section 6

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REFERENCE

C14

Where multiple welders are used to weld a particular joint, daily weld
record shall indicate the weld area covered by each welder, ie: Root
weld, hot pass, capping etc.

SAES-W-011,
Para. 17.5.3

C16

Magnetic Particle Testing & Liquid Penetrant Testing

Magnetic particle testing (MT) for ferromagnetic materials.
Liquid penetrant testing (PT) for non-ferromagnetic materials.
Exception: PT shall be allowed for small
diameters where MT (yoke) is cumbersome & impractical. This includes
SW

C17

Pressure containing welds, other than butts, 100% MT/PT.

Includes Branch
Connections, Weldolets, Sockolets, & Welding Bosses ... Any other
Groove welded fittings.

SAES-W-011,
Para. 17.5.3.1

C18

All attachment welds on pressurized components that are not

hydrotested after making the attachment weld shall be 100% examined.

SAES-W-011,
Para. 17.5.3.2

D
D1
D2
E

E1

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FAIL

N/A

RE-INSP DATE

SAEP-1160,
Section 6

WELD MODIFICATIONS AFTER FINAL ACCEPTANCE

Engineering Change Notice Procedure* covers such work.
ID, Numbering, NDE & Special Processes are
controlled.
NDE Process Control Procedure was followed. Database was used to
record NDE results. NDE sequence was followed relative to any special
process such as PWHT. SA Inspector witnessed the NDE.

Sch Q, Att. VI
Tables
Special
Process

AWS D1.1 Structural Steel Welding

Welding & Selection of NDE meets AWS D1.1 & 12-SAMSS-007
requirements:
Note: AWS D.1.1 shall be applied for Visual Examination & NDE
acceptance criteria

SAIC-M-2012
12SAMSS-007,
Para.
6.1.6 & 7.6

REMARKS:
NOTES: 1) Contractor's NDE Process Control Procedure shall cover elements of this checklist and provide clear direction for NDE Service Provider
Companies, along with close supervision.
Attachments:
Attachment 1 - SAEP-1160 DATABASE, PROCESS CONTROL TRACKING (By Weld)
Attachment 2 - ASME B31.3 Process Piping Welding Acceptance Criteria (Table 341.3.2)
Attachment 3 - SAES-W-011 Onshore & OffShore NDE Requirements
REFERENCE DOCUMENTS:
1. SAES-W-011, Welding Requirements for On-Plot Piping, 4 october 2009
2. SAEP-324, Certification Review and Registration of Project Welders and Brazers, (27 september 2009)
3. SAEP-1160, Tracking & Reporting of Welding, NDT and Pressure Testing for Capital Projects (10 July 2011)
4. 12-SAMSS-007, Fabrication of Structural and Miscellaneous Steel (17 May 2011)
5. American Welding Society (AWS) D1.1 Structural Steel Welding Code (2010 Edition)
6. ASME B31.3, Process Piping, (2010 Edition)

Contractor / Third-Party

Saudi Aramco

Construction Representative*

PMT Representative

Work is Complete and Ready for Inspection:

Name, Initials and Date:

Name, Initials and Date:

QC Inspector

QC Record Reviewed

Work Verified

T&I Witnessed

QC Record Reviewed

Work Verified

T&I Witnessed

QC Record Reviewed

Work Verified

PID Representative
Performed Inspection

Work / Rework May Proceed

Name, Initials and Date:

Name, Initials and Date:

QC Supervisor

Proponent and Others

Quality Record Approved:

Name, Sign and Date:

T&I Witnessed

Name, Organization,
Initials and Date:

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Quality Record Approved:

Name, Sign and Date:

REFERENCE

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RE-INSP DATE

Y = YES

N = NO F = FAILED

Name, Organization,
Initials and Date:

*Person Responsible for Completion of Quality Work / Test

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Attachment 1 - SAEP-1160 DATABASE, PROCESS CONTROL TRACKING (By Weld)

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Attachment 2 - ASME B31.3 Process Piping Welding Acceptance Criteria (Table 341.3.2)

ASME B31.3 EQUAL LEG FILLET WELD (Fig 328.5.2A) - Acceptable Fillet Weld Shape & Contour
Note: Leg Size shall be determined by Fillet Gage* (Properly Used Depending upon the weld contour)

Attachment 2 - ASME B31.3 Process Piping Welding Acceptance Criteria (Table 341.3.2)

Attachment 2 - ASME B31.3 Process Piping Welding Acceptance Criteria (Table 341.3.2)

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Attachment 3 - SAES-W-011 Onshore & OffShore NDE Requirements

NOTE TO INSPECTORS: Note 2 above (typo error) ... Should read P3, P4 and P5. No P6 applications at SA.

MT & PT REQUIREMENTS