QUALITY CONTROL INSPECTION PROCEDURE

CONTENTS

AT-SKTSZZ-QA-PRO-0008-000

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1.0 Purpose.............................................................................................................. 3
2.0 Scope................................................................................................................. 3
3.0 Definitions .......................................................................................................... 3
4.0 Responsibilities................................................................................................... 3
4.1

QA/QC Manager ...................................................................................................................... 3

4.2

Senior Discipline Inspector ...................................................................................................... 4

4.3

Discipline Inspectors ................................................................................................................ 4

4.4

NDT Personnel ........................................................................................................................ 5

4.5

Supervision .............................................................................................................................. 6

4.6

Operators ................................................................................................................................. 6

5.0 Quality Control / Inspection Policy ....................................................................... 7

6.0 Quality Control Documentation............................................................................ 7
7.0 Material Receipt And Identification ...................................................................... 8
8.0 Structural Inspection ........................................................................................... 9
9.0 Pipe work Fabrication and Installation ................................................................10
10.0 Blasting, Painting and Insulation Inspection ........................................................12
11.0 Electrical, Instrument and Mechanical Inspection ................................................13
12.0 Procedure Flowchart..........................................................................................13
List of Forms...............................................................................................................13
Associated Procedures ...............................................................................................13

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Purpose
This procedure defines the inspection activities that are performed to ensure that specification and
procedural quality requirements are met.

2.0

Scope
The procedure is applicable to fabrication and construction of the Production Risers (PR) and
Quarters Utilities (QU) platforms with Interconnecting Bridge for the Shah Deniz Stage 2
development. The inspection requirements are described in greater depth in the relevant
procedures referenced in this procedure.

3.0

Definitions
VE:
NDE:
PWHT:
ITM:
FWR:
WPS:
NCR:
EDR:
RIR:
UID:
PMI:
GOC:
EIR:
IRN:
CCN:
SEQ:
SIN:
QCS:
NDT:
ID:
QAF:
MPI:
DPI:

Visual Examination
Non-Destructive Examination
Post Weld Heat Treatment
Inspection and Test Methods
Field Work Reports
Welding Procedure Specification
Non-Conformance Report
Equipment Damage Report
Receipt Inspection Report
Unique Identification Numbers
Positive Material Identification
Guidance on Certification
Equipment Inspection Report
Inspection Release Note
Construction Change Notice
Site Engineering Query
Site Instruction Notice
Quality Control System (Oracle database)
Non-Destructive Testing
Identification (Welder ID Welder Identification number)
Quality Assurance Form
Magnetic Particle Inspection
Dye Penetration Inspection

For other definitions refer to the relevant approved ATA procedures.

4.0

Responsibilities
4.1 QA/QC Manager
The QA/QC Manager, and in his absence the Deputy QA/QC Manager, is responsible to the
Project Manager for the following:
a) Supervising QA Engineers, Welding Engineer, Senior Discipline Inspectors, NDE
Coordinator and Senior Certification Engineers.
b) Ensuring that members of the QA/QC team have the requisite levels of qualifications,
certification and experience for their role.

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c) Ensuring the quality of all work carried out by means of quality control / inspection is in
accordance with relevant codes, procedures and specifications.
d) Administering and approving project inspection and test plans.
e) Supervision, co-ordination and control of the Quality Control / Inspection department
activities.
f) Co-ordination of all project quality management activities in accordance with the
associated specifications and procedures.
g) Reporting quality problem areas to the Project Manager and verifying the closeout of
non-conformances.
h) Implementing an independent and documented surveillance inspection system for
work performed both on site and at subcontractors / suppliers works.

4.2 Senior Discipline Inspector

The Senior Discipline Inspector is responsible to the QA/QC Manager for the following:
a) Supervising discipline inspectors, co-ordination and control of the inspection within the
quality control department.
b) Compilation and review of surveillance / inspection reports and reporting problem areas
to the QA/QC Manager.
c) Ensuring inspections and tests are carried out in a timely manner and in accordance with the
relevant Inspection and Test Plan.

d) Reviewing documentation at consortium partners and subcontractors facilities prior to

release.

4.3 Discipline Inspectors

4.3.1

Welding

The Inspectors are responsible to the Senior Welding Inspector. Their duties shall include,
but not be limited to the following:
b) Perform inspections and examinations in accordance with the project ITP, confirm work
carried out within his discipline has been performed in accordance with the latest
approved drawings, codes and specifications and that all out of specification work is
identified, recorded, and corrected.
c) Request any NDE and PWHT for visually accepted welds in accordance with
specification requirements.
d) The reporting of any non-conformances.
e) Performance of hold / witness / review points as identified in relevant Inspection and Test
Plans.
4.3.2 Coatings
The Inspectors are responsible to the Senior Coating Inspector. Their duties shall include, but
not be limited to the following:

Ensure testing and inspections are performed during all blasting, painting, coating, PFP
and insulation activities.

Ensure inspection equipment is calibrated.

The reporting of any non-conformances.
Performance of hold / witness / review points as identified in relevant Inspection and
Test Plans.
Liaise with coating manufacturers representative.
Review and approve daily coating reports.

4.3.3 Piping
The Inspectors are responsible to the Senior Piping Inspector. Their duties shall include, but
not be limited to the following:

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a)
b)
c)
d)
e)

Monitor piping installation activities.

Carry out pre-test checks on piping systems, prepare punchlists and sign test packs.
Witness and sign for system flush and borescope camera inspection.
Monitor valve removal and valve installation activities.
Carry out reinstatement checks on completed piping systems, prepare punchlists and
sign test packs.
f) The reporting of any non-conformances.
g) Performance of hold / witness / review points as identified in relevant Inspection and Test
Plans.
h) Inspect final installation of piping systems.

4.3.4 Mechanical Installation

The Inspectors are responsible to the Senior Mechanical Inspector. Their duties shall include,
but not be limited to the following:
a) Carry out receipt inspection to support warehouse personnel and inspect equipment
packages.
b) Review equipment documentation / certification for compliance with specification.
c) Performance of hold / witness / review points as identified in relevant Inspection and Test
Plans.
d) Verify all checks and tests are carried out as per Inspection and Test Records (ITR) and
sign off for Mechanical Completion.
e) Ensure area clearance prior to installation of equipment.
f) Verify test results and equipment where required.
g) Inspect installation of mechanical equipment.
h) The reporting of any non-conformances.
4.3.5 Electrical & Instrumentation
The Inspectors are responsible to the Senior E & I Inspector. Their duties shall include, but
not be limited to the following:
a) Inspect installation of electrical equipment and instrumentation.
b) Verify test results as required.
c) The reporting of any non-conformances.
d) Performance of hold / witness / review points as identified in relevant Inspection and Test
Plans.
e) Review documentation / certification for compliance with specification.
f) Verify all checks and tests are carried out as per Inspection and Test Methods (ITM) and
sign off Field Work Reports (FWR) for Mechanical Completion.

4.4

NDT Personnel
NDT Personnel are responsible to the NDE Coordinator/Supervisor for the following:
a) Performing NDE in accordance with project requirements.
b) Reporting NDE results to the Certification group.
c) Requesting the necessary resources to fulfil NDE requirements.

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Supervision

It is the responsibility of the discipline supervisors to ensure the work is carried out to the required
standard. They are ultimately responsible for the quality of work produced by their operatives.
They report to the Construction Manager and shall liaise with the QC Inspectors for all QC duties
carried out, including, but not limited to the following listed:
4.5.1

Structural and Piping

a) Inspection and acceptance of weld fit up prior to welding. Joints inspected and accepted
are to be marked accordingly by the Supervisor.
b) Ensuring that the joint number, WPS, fit-up & visual acceptance, welders numbers for
portion welded, and weld completion date & time are marked in a painted matrix adjacent
to all primary structural joints.
c) Advising welders of the specific WPS(s) applicable to the joints they are required to
complete.
d) Ensuring the welders in their charge complete all welds to the required standard.
e) Using the Visual & NDE Request Report Form QAF-155 to report all completed welds.
f) The Supervisor shall endorse the records for all completed welds to illustrate visual
acceptance by signing the relevant record.
g) Facilitate NDE and subsequent activities.
h) Ensure that all operations are carried out in a safe manner
4.5.2
a)
b)
c)
d)

Ensure all operations are carried out in a safe manner.

Ensure all equipment is maintained and in good working order.
Ensure blasting and coating is performed in accordance with specification requirements.
Liaise with inspector on all quality related matters.

4.5.3
a)
b)
c)
d)

4.6

Mechanical

Ensure all mechanical operations are carried out in a safe manner.

Confirm that area release is obtained prior to installation of equipment.
Provide adequate protection to equipment during mechanical operations.
Liaise with inspector during operations and on all quality related issues.

4.5.4
a)
b)
c)
d)

Blasting and Coating

Electrical & Instrumentation

Ensure all E & I operations are carried out in a safe manner.

Ensure all equipment is protected as per manufacturers recommendations.
Carry out E & I activities in accordance with the approved ITP.
Liaise with inspector during operations and on all quality related issues.

Operators
4.6.1

Welders

They are responsible to their foreman to perform all welding to the required quality standard
and in accordance with the appropriate WPS / Welders Instruction Sheet.
Operator shall mark their Welder No. on the work piece identifying the portion of the weld for
which they are responsible.
4.6.2

Blasters and Sprayers

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Ensure blasting and coating is in accordance with the criteria specified for the applicable
paint system applied.
4.6.3

Mechanical Operators

Mechanical operators are responsible to carry out mechanical operations in a safe manner
and in accordance with the criteria specified in the specifications.
4.6.4

Electrical and Instrumentation Operators

Electrical and Instrumentation Operators are responsible to carry out electrical and
instrumentation operations in a safe manner and in accordance with the criteria specified in
the specifications.

5.0

Quality Control / Inspection Policy

The policy is to manufacture a quality product within the stated regulatory requirements with
minimum delays during fabrication, construction and testing as a result of defective materials
or workmanship. To ensure the daily work progress is consistent with the quality
requirements as specified in the relevant contract codes, standards, and regulations.
Final release inspections shall be performed by senior discipline inspection personnel who
are completely independent of those who performed or directly supervised the work.

6.0

Quality Control Documentation

6.1

Documentation Requirements
The purpose of preparing documentation is to provide objective evidence that items have
been properly constructed, installed and tested and in compliance with project codes,
specifications, and statutory legislation.

6.2

Reporting
ATA standard reporting formats shall be used for recording all inspections and tests.
All structural and pipe work inspection reports, check lists and inspection certificates shall be
collated by the certification department in accordance with Final Certification Procedure ATSKTSZZ-QA-PRO-0024-000.
The certification department shall produce a weld history sheet summarising all welds,
fabrication and inspection data / cross-references. QCS is utilised to record these details.
Structural, Piping, painting/Coating, Insulation, Telecom, HVAC Mechanical, Electrical and

Instrumentation inspection reports shall be collated by the completions department for input
to GOC.

6.3

Inspection and Test Plans

Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) shall be developed by the Project QA Engineer that shall
identify the mandatory surveillance inspections and NDE requirements together with the
stages at which each is to be performed. Where subcontractors are utilised they shall provide
ITPs for review and approval by ATA and Company.
ITPs shall be used within the works to identify to Production, Supervision and Quality Control
departments approaching inspection activities and thus ensure that they are carried out in a
timely and efficient manner and that the verifying documentation is completed in line with
production.

6.4

Non Conformances
If production departments are found to be working out-with approved procedures /
specification requirements, the Quality Control department, where necessary shall raise a
Non Conformance Report (NCR) in accordance with Non-conformance Control Procedure
AT-SKTSZZ-QA-PRO-0033-000. Non-conforming situations can be identified by any member
of the project and raised by their department head via the QA department.

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Change Management Processes

Management of change processes shall be in accordance with ATA Management of
Change procedure AT-SKTSZZ-QA-PRO-0152-000.
FCNs are raised by ATA when apparent anomalies or conflict during implementation of a
defined work scope that are not design related. The management of this process shall be
in accordance with ATA Field Change Notice procedure AT-SKTSZZ-QA-PRO-0133-000.
SEQs are raised by ATA when apparent anomalies are identified, there is conflict in
design information, or where problems arise during the implementation of a defined
workscope. The management of this process shall be in accordance with ATA Site
Engineering Query procedure AT-SKTSZZ-QA-PRO-0120-000.

7.0

Material Receipt And Identification

The activities and responsibilities of the material control and stores function are detailed in
the Material Control Procedure AT-SKTSZZ-QA-PRO-0005-000.
The activities and responsibilities for incoming inspection on structural and piping materials
are described below. Refer to section 11.0 for incoming inspection of E&I and mechanical
disciplines.

7.1

Material Identification (Structural)

The Materials Inspector shall visually examine the materials for defects / transit damage upon
receipt of materials into the stockyard.
Materials damaged or not clearly identified shall be segregated / quarantined and reported to
the Project Materials Controller and handled in accordance with the Material Control
Procedure AT-SKTSZZ-QA-PRO-0005-000 and AT-SKTSZZ-QA-PRO-0102-000 Material
Identification and Traceability.
Material should not be released for construction until all material advice documentation and
IRN have been received by ATA Goods Inward department.
When this inspection function has been performed a receipt inspection report (RIR) shall be
raised.
Material traceability shall be in accordance with project approved procedure AT-SKTSZZQA-PRO-0102-000 Material Identification and Traceability.

7.2

Identification of Pipework, Fittings and Valves

On receipt of the consignment, the advice note is stamped Received, not yet inspected and
is actioned in accordance with the Material Control Procedure AT-SKTSZZ-QA-PRO-0005000. Goods are placed in a designated area.
Boxes, packages, parcels are opened and contents checked against the PO / delivery note
for correct number of unique items and correct total of each unique item. Where applicable,
the material is laid out on a pallet for physical, dimensional and identification inspection by the
Material Inspector.
Products are inspected for correspondence of quality in accordance with the purchasing
specification. Any discrepancy between the items as received and supplier release /
documents test certificate description shall result in product being segregated / quarantined
and reported to the Senior Materials Co-ordinator and handled in accordance with Material
Control Procedure, AT-SKTSZZ-QA-PRO-0005-000.
The Material Inspector shall allocate a UID from his register on acceptance.
Material traceability shall be in accordance with project approved procedure AT-SKTSZZQA-PRO-0102-000 Material Identification and Traceability.
The UID is marked on with an Alkyd brilliant white colour paint marker or other suitable
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on the Delivery Note and the material register. For non-ferrous materials the UID is to be
marked using a certified low halide marker.
Positive Material Identification (PMI) on Duplex and stainless materials shall be performed
where required, reference Positive Material Identification procedure AT-SKTSZZ-QA-PRO0076-000.

8.0

Structural Inspection
Stages of inspection per activity shall be as per the approved Inspection and Test Plan for
Steelwork AT-SKTSZZ-QA-PLN-0002-000.

8.1

Fabrication Assembly and Welding

As an assembly is being built up the Dimensional Controller shall monitor against the AFC
drawing. As structural erection proceeds, dimensional controllers shall monitor the build
against AFC drawing requirements and as per Dimensional Control procedure AT-SKTSZZQA-PRO-0012-000.
Supervisors shall ensure that material cut, the preparation and joint fit up are in accordance
with the relevant WPS and project approved procedure Structural Steel Fabrication ATSKTSZZ-QA-PRO-0088-000. Primary fit ups shall be subject to pre-and post-weld
dimensional surveys and QC inspection with endorsement of his acceptance marked
adjacent to the joint.
Prior to welding, the Welding Inspector shall monitor the welding activities as per ATSKTSZZ-QA-PRO-0044-000 Visual Examination for Structural Steel.

8.2

Welding
As a minimum, the Supervisor and Welding Inspector shall inspect all the relevant activities
as detailed on the Inspection and Test Plan for Steelwork AT-SKTSZZ-QA-PLN-0002-000,
Welding Control AT-SKTSZZ-QA-PRO-0023-000, and Structural Steel Fabrication ATSKTSZZ-QA-PRO-0088-000.
The Welding Inspectors shall carry out surveillance on a patrol basis checking that welding is
performed by a qualified welder in accordance with the approved procedure and to an
acceptable visual standard of finish.
Deviations from the approved welding procedures shall be reported to supervision, and
processed as per Section 6.0 of this procedure.
The details of WPS used, welder identity, weld completion and NDE are entered into the
QCS system and form part of the certification package.

8.3

Release for NDE

Upon satisfactory completion of the weld, the welder shall identify the portion of weld made
by him and the date of completion.
The Welding Supervisor / Foreman shall confirm visual acceptance of the finished work by
signing the Visual & NDE Request Report Form (QAF-155) ensuring all slag, spatter and
temporary attachments have been correctly removed in accordance with the specified
requirements).
He shall also ensure that the welders identification, completion time & date are marked
adjacent to the weld at suitable intervals by paint markers.
When the Welding Supervisor / Foreman is satisfied with the quality of the finished work, he
shall update the visual and NDT request form with the following information welder I.D, date
welded, weld procedure number and give a copy to the welding inspector who shall then
carry out the visual inspection.
Wherever possible, visual examination shall be performed before pre-heat is removed. This
is to reduce waiting time that could be incurred relevant to the re-application of heat for minor
cap re-work.

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When the welding inspector has accepted the weld he shall endorse the visual and NDE
request report. A copy of this sheet is passed to the Certification department and NDE
department thus releasing the weld for NDE

8.4

NDE
The NDE Supervisor shall ensure that the welds are tested and reported in accordance with
the Project approved NDT Procedures AT-SKTSZZ-QA-PRO-0095-000, AT-SKTSZZ-QAPRO-0097-000, AT-SKTSZZ-QA-PRO-0099-000.
The NDE Supervisor shall report any rectification work required to the Production Supervisor
and Senior Inspector by returning the report form detailing the rejection via Certification
Department.

Welding repair rates are produced by the Certification Engineer from the QCS database and
reported weekly to the QA/QC Manager, Welding Engineer and Company.
The Supervisor and Inspector shall ensure that rectification work is carried out in accordance
with approved repair procedures and the weld shall then be subjected to, as a minimum,
NDE as originally specified.

8.5

Final Visual Examination

Visual examination of welded assemblies shall be carried out prior to:
a) An item or area being covered, therefore making further inspections impossible.
b) Prior to release for painting.
The Welding Supervisor and Inspector shall undertake visual inspections and prepare any
punch lists of any outstanding work. These shall be passed to production for rectification.
Inspection shall also verify that all sharp edges are ground to a profile of approximately 2mm
radius.
On completion of all outstanding work, an inspection report shall be completed, e.g. area
released for painting / insulation, etc.

8.6

Dimensional Control
Dimensional control shall be carried out in accordance with the Dimensional Control
Procedure AT-SKTSZZ-QA-PRO-0012-000.

8.7

Release of Structural Items

To authorise the release of structural items to go offsite or offshore, or for special
applications, Inspection Release Certificate QAF-240 will be issued to certify that the
fabricated structural item/s are in accordance with the referenced drawings and specifications
and are approved for release.

9.0

Pipe work Fabrication and Installation

9.1

Spool Fabrication
Pipe work fabrication shall be controlled in accordance with the following project approved
procedures:
Inspection and Test Plan for Pipework
Pipework Fabrication

AT-SKTSZZ-QA-PLN-0008-000
AT-SKTSZZ-QA-PRO-0093-000.

Fabrication and erection of Riser pipe work shall be in accordance with Riser Fabrication
procedure AT-SKTSZZ-QA-PRO-0048-000.
9.1.1 NDE
When the Supervisor has visually accepted the weld, he shall complete a Visual & NDE
Request Report QAF-155 detailing the weld number, welder ID, WPS and date welded. This
report is then passed to the Welding Inspector who performs his visual inspection.

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The Welding Inspector endorses the report entering his acceptance and any NDT / PWHT
requirements.
A copy of the report is passed to the certification department for input into the QCS database
and if applicable a copy to the PWHT supervisor and NDT supervisor for action.
NDT shall be performed in accordance with the following procedures:
AT-SKTSZZ-QA-PRO-0074-000
AT-SKTSZZ-QA-PRO-0075-000
AT-SKTSZZ-QA-PRO-0095-000
AT-SKTSZZ-QA-PRO-0096-000
AT-SKTSZZ-QA-PRO-0097-000
AT-SKTSZZ-QA-PRO-0098-000

UT Duplex Steels
UT Risers
MPI
DPI
Pipework & Riser Radiography
UT Pipework

9.1.2 Repairs
Weld repair rates shall be monitored by the Welding Engineer who shall take appropriate
action if necessary to ensure any adverse trends are controlled.
9.1.3 Welder Audits
The Welding Inspector shall perform welder audits daily using QAF-021 Structural &
Pipework Welding Audit Report. The intention is to audit every welder and every process in
order to obtain a high level of confidence that the working practice is in accordance with the
procedure parameters. The requirement for welding audits shall be reviewed on an on-going
basis. It may be necessary to increase their frequency depending upon welding processes in
use and operator utilisation. This shall generally be agreed between the QA/QC Manager and
Welding Engineer.
The Welding Inspector shall perform the welder audits using calibrated equipment.
Results of audits shall be recorded using a Welding Audit report sheet, reports shall be
reviewed, summarised and filed by the Welding Engineer. Any anomalies shall be
investigated and appropriate measures taken in the form of written instructions or Toolbox
Talks to prevent recurrence.
9.1.4 Release of Pipe Spools
To authorise the release of piping items to go offsite or offshore, or for special applications,
Inspection Release Certificate QAF-240 will be issued to certify that the fabricated pipe
spools are in accordance with the referenced drawings and specifications and are approved
for release.
9.1.5 Subcontracted Work
If there is a need to have any major work fabricated offsite, an Inspector shall be assigned to
attend the works (e.g. Primary Steelwork, Pipe-work Pre-fab, FRP spools, and Blasting and
Coating) to perform inspections as required by the relevant ITPs and as directed by the
QA/QC Manger.
The responsibilities of the Quality Control Department are detailed in the Subcontract Control
Procedure AT-SKTSZZ-QA-PRO-0010-000 and AT-SKTSZZ-QA-PRO-0006-000 Quality
Surveillance of Subcontractors.
9.1.6 Spool Release from ATA Offsite Fabricator
On completion of spool fabrication, the Weld History summary sheet shall be completed and
a certification documentation package prepared by the ATA offsite fabricator. On satisfactory
review and approval by the ATA / Company Inspector, the pipe-work package certificate shall
be endorsed accordingly. Certification documentation shall be made available for review as
indicated on the ITP.
On receipt of the ATA / Company approval signature on the Inspection Release Note, the
ATA offsite fabricator can release the items for despatch to site ensuring that two copies of
the release note for each spool are despatched with the consignment.

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On completion of the final spool of an isometric, the isometric drawing signed by Piping
supervisor, as being Checked shall accompany the original final documentation and show
the placement of materials.
Any outstanding work shall be clearly identified on a punch list, which shall be referenced on
the pipe-work package certificate. The punch list shall be included within the documentation
package.

9.2

Pipework Installation
9.2.1 Erection, Welding and Inspection
During installation of the pipe spools all activities shall be monitored with all inspections
recorded in accordance with the Inspection and Test Plan for Pipework AT-SKTSZZ-QAPLN-0008-000 and AT-SKTSZZ-QA-PRO-0093-000 Pipework fabrication.
9.2.2 Welding Inspection
On completion of spool fabrication, the Weld History summary sheet shall be completed and
a certification documentation package prepared. Certification documentation shall be made
available for review as indicated on the Inspection and Test Plan for Pipe work AT-SKTSZZQA-PLN-0008-000.
9.2.3 Heat Treatment
Prior to any PWHT taking place, reference PWHT procedure AT-SKTSZZ-QA-PRO-0019000, visual inspection and in-house NDE will be carried out.
On completion of heat treatment, the Senior Welding Inspector or nominated representative
shall review and endorse the heat treatment chart so that visual and non-destructive testing
can be repeated.
9.2.4 Pipe Supports
Pipe supports and hangers shall be checked against the detail drawing and arrangement
drawing for location. These inspections shall be ongoing during erection and during line
walks.
9.2.5 Installation Checks
The Inspector shall monitor pipe-work installation ensuring that open ends are covered, pipe
internals are clear of debris, and machined / threaded connections are protected.
All the flanges will be controlled as per Flange Management Procedure AT-SKTSZZ-QAPRO-0175-000 for ensuring that pipe spools has been installed clean and tight.
9.2.6 NDE and PWHT
The same procedures are followed as that for the spool fabrication.

9.2.7 Pressure Testing

Pressure testing shall be carried out in accordance with the Pressure Test procedure ATSKTSZZ-QA-PRO-0021-000.

10.0 Blasting, Painting and Insulation Inspection

When fabrication of any structural item has been completed to the structural fabrication
drawing and NDE acceptance has been obtained, Structural Release for Coating (QAF-092)
will be issued and the structure will be send for coating.
When fabrication of the spool has been completed to the isometric drawing and NDE
acceptance has been obtained, the spool is cleaned internally by applying the Spool
Cleanliness guidelines in the Pipework Fabrication procedure AT-SKTSZZ-QA-PRO-0093000. The spool is then released for coating by the issue of an Interim Pipe Spool Release for
Coating (QAF-065) .

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Blasting and painting shall be controlled in accordance with Inspection and Test Plan for
Coatings, AT-SKTSZZ-QA-PLN-0005-000 and Surface Preparation and Coatings procedure
AT-SKTSZZ-QA-PRO-0094-000.
Pipe insulation works will be controlled in accordance with Piping / Equipment Insulation ITP
AT-SKTSZZ-QA-PLN-0019-000 and Piping / Equipment Insulation Guidelines AT-SKTSZZQA-PRO-0179-000.

11.0 Electrical, Instrument and Mechanical Inspection

Discipline Inspectors shall perform the detailed inspection of incoming equipment as defined
in the Incoming Stores Procedure AT-SKTSZZ-QA-PRO-0026-000. Inspectors shall maintain
a close liaison with the Discipline Engineers and be guided by them and the Materials Group
on equipment that is available for inspection.
Detailed inspection of vendor equipment shall not normally be carried out after installation
unless specifically requested by the Company. Where defective equipment is identified in the
course of routine observation, the discipline inspector shall raise an Equipment Inspection
Report (EIR) for existing defects or an Equipment Damage Report (EDR) when damage is
caused on site and forward the reports to the QA Engineer. A copy of the EIR / NCR is
issued to the material control department to raise an OS&D for issue to the Company. No
remedial or rectification works shall be carried out unless specifically instructed by the
Company.
Discipline inspection personnel shall be responsible for the progressive inspection of the
electrical, instrumentation and mechanical works and signing off the applicable ITM in GOC.
Inspection activities relating to mechanical completion are defined in more detail within the
Mechanical Completion Management Plan, AT-SKTSZZ-QA-PLN-0010-000.
Included in this scope is verification that work associated with NCR, SEQ, SIN and CCN has
been completed in accordance with project specifications and for signing off these items as
applicable.
All defects and incomplete work shall be recorded and reported back to the Discipline
Engineers for corrective action via punch-lists in GOC.

12.0 Procedure Flowchart

N/A

List of Forms
QAF-021

Structural & Pipework Welding Audit Report

QAF-065

Interim Pipe Spool Release for Coating.

QAF-092

Structural Release for Coating

QAF-155

Visual & NDE Request Report Form

QAF-240

Inspection Release Certificate

Associated Procedures
Material Control
Quality Surveillance of Subcontractors
Sub Contract Control
Dimensional Control
Heat Treatment
Pressure Testing
Welding Control
Final Certification
Non Conformance
Visual Inspection of Structural Steel
Riser Fabrication

AT-SKTSZZ-QA-PRO-0005-000
AT-SKTSZZ-QA-PRO-0006-000
AT-SKTSZZ-QA-PRO-0010-000
AT-SKTSZZ-QA-PRO-0012-000
AT-SKTSZZ-QA-PRO-0019-000
AT-SKTSZZ-QA-PRO-0021-000
AT-SKTSZZ-QA-PRO-0023-000
AT-SKTSZZ-QA-PRO-0024-000
AT-SKTSZZ-QA-PRO-0033-000
AT-SKTSZZ-QA-PRO-0044-000
AT-SKTSZZ-QA-PRO-0048-000

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QUALITY CONTROL INSPECTION PROCEDURE

Ultrasonic Duplex Stainless Steel

UT Risers
Positive Material Identification
Structural Steel Fabrication
Pipework Fabrication
Surface preparation and Coatings
MPI
DPI
Radiography Structural & Piping
Ultrasonics Pipework
Ultrasonics Structural
Structural Material Identification and Traceability
Engineering Queries
Field Change Notice
Management of Change
Flange Management Procedure
Piping / Equipment Insulation Guidelines
Inspection and Test Plan for Steelwork
Inspection and Test Plan for Coatings
Inspection and Test Plan for Pipework
Mechanical Completion Management Plan
Inspection and Test Plan for Piping / Equipment Insulation

AT-SKTSZZ-QA-PRO-0008-000

AT-SKTSZZ-QA-PRO-0074-000
AT-SKTSZZ-QA-PRO-0075-000
AT-SKTSZZ-QA-PRO-0076-000
AT-SKTSZZ-QA-PRO-0088-000
AT-SKTSZZ-QA-PRO-0093-000
AT-SKTSZZ-QA-PRO-0094-000
AT-SKTSZZ-QA-PRO-0095-000
AT-SKTSZZ-QA-PRO-0096-000
AT-SKTSZZ-QA-PRO-0097-000
AT-SKTSZZ-QA-PRO-0098-000
AT-SKTSZZ-QA-PRO-0099-000
AT-SKTSZZ-QA-PRO-0102-000
AT-SKTSZZ-QA-PRO-0120-000
AT-SKTSZZ-QA-PRO-0133-000
AT-SKTSZZ-QA-PRO-0152-000
AT-SKTSZZ-QA-PRO-0175-000
AT-SKTSZZ-QA-PRO-0179-000
AT-SKTSZZ-QA-PLN-0002-000
AT-SKTSZZ-QA-PLN-0005-000
AT-SKTSZZ-QA-PLN-0008-000
AT-SKTSZZ-QA-PLN-0010-000
AT-SKTSZZ-QA-PLN-0019-000

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