Rreinforcement Pad Leak Test Procedure
Rreinforcement Pad Leak Test Procedure
PAD LEAK TEST PROCEDURE | METHOD STATEMENT
1. SCOPE
2.0 REFERENCE
3.0 ABBREVIATIONS & DEFINITION
4.0 RESPONSIBILITY
5.0 GENERAL
6.0 EQUIMENT & TOOLS
7.0 PROCEDURE
8.0 TEST EXECUTION
9.0 DOCUMENTATION AND MATERIAL TRACEABILITY
10.0 ATTACHMENT
RREINFORCEMENT PAD LEAK TEST PROCEDURE | METHOD STATEMENT
1. SCOPE
1.1 The Method Statement applies to all reinforcement/ encirclement pad welded
directly to pipe/tank/vessel.
2.0 REFERENCE
PROJECT QUALITY PLAN
ASME B31.3. Process piping. (2010)
ASME VIII Div 1
API 650 /7.3.5 Inspection of Reinforcing‐Plate Welds
3. ABBREVIATIONS AND DEFINITIONS
o ASME – American Society of Mechanical Engineers.
o RFI – Request for Inspection.
o PID – Projects Inspection Division.
o NDT – Non‐Destructive Testing.
o PPE – Personnel Protective Equipment.
o WPS – Welding Procedure Specification.
o PQR – Procedure Qualification Record.
o HSE – Heath Safety and Environment.
4.0 RESPONSIBILITY
4.1 Construction Manager
The Construction Manager shall organize job execution in accordance with Project
Specification, Drawings, Schedules, Method Statements, Quality and HSE Standards.
4.2 QA/QC Manager
Responsible for preparation and maintenance of Quality Plan, Preparation of internal audits
schedule, implement of quality audits with respect to Quality Plan and Schedule Q. Evaluate
and monitor the effectiveness of Project Quality Plan and Quality System within the scope of
work.
4.3 Safety Officer
Should monitor the activity for pressure test, he should check if proper signage for safety
have been put in place. He must warn the workers not to cross the barricaded area if testing
is ongoing and he should check if proper PPE is provided.
4.4 Shop Foreman
He shall ensure that availability of fitters & Helpers for smoothly carrying out leak
testing. He shall ensure that all the relevant inspection activity is being witnessed by the
QC inspectors. He shall make all necessary provisions including any arrangement to initiate
and perform Leak Test.
4.5 QC Inspector
Raises RFI for witnessing the leak test. Perform all the inspections and per the approved ITP
to ensure the compliance to the requirements of the IFC Drawings and client standards. He
shall also carry out preparation of Inspection Reports & witness Test on Reinforcement Pad.
4.6 Store keeper
Issuing Pressure gauge, Valves. Compressor, manifold, approved testing solution.
4.7 Supervisor
The Supervisor will follow the Project Quality Plan, Fabrication Schedule and proceed with
the job execution in accordance with Procedures/ Work instruction covering the following:
> Material Control
> Material Traceability
Arrangement of necessary Manpower.
5. GENERAL
1. A document /drawing is revised the latest approved issued for construction
documents, and drawings are being used.
2. The measurement and testing equipment being used is certified, identified and
calibrated as per procedure.
3. The environmental condition is satisfactory, otherwise measures are being
implemented to protect the work.
4. The demobilization of resources shall begin as soon as the work fronts are
completed.
5. The area occupied for temporary construction facilities shall ultimately be cleared of
all installations, debris to bring it into reasonably cleaned conditions. All pressure
gauges shall be calibrated every one month.
6. All gauges shall have sticker on the gauge indicating the date calibrated and
certification record number.
7. Calibration shall be traceable to individual gages for verification.
8. Records of Calibration shall be made available upon request.
6.0 EQUIPMENT & TOOLS
6.1 Manifold or fittings
6.2 Test Medium: ‐ Air or Nitrogen (N2)
6.3 Test Pressure: ‐ 1 bar
6.4 Manually operated air pump, Air Compressor or Nitrogen bottle
6.5 Approved Leak Testing Solution
Note:‐ > Household soap or detergents are not permitted as substitutes for bubbles
Testing Solutions.
► All pressure gauges shall be calibrated every month.
► All gauges shall have sticker on the gauge indicating the date calibrated and Certificates.
7. RREINFORCEMENT PAD LEAK TEST PROCEDURE
1. All weld surfaces to be leak tested on the outside shall be cleaned free of paint, rust
and scale.
2. Reinforcing Pad shall have tapped vent hole/telltale hole
3. The test devices shall be installed at each weep hole (6mm NPT) on the
reinforcement pad. The ball valve on the air pump or air compressor or Nitrogen
bottle shall be gradually opened to reach 1 bar g and closed to keep the holding
pressure at 1 bar g.
4. Leakage shall be checked by putting approved testing solution on all exposed weld
joints.
5. Ensure an approved bubble forming solution is available in adequate quantity and
compatible with surface metal test temperatures. Temperature of surface of part to
be examined shall not be below 40F (4°C) or above 125°F (52°C).
6. Care shall be used in applying the fluid, to prevent the formation of bubbles; the
bubble forming solution shall be applied by spraying, brushing or flowing the solution
onto the test area such that a thin film of solution covers the area.
7. The surface shall be examined at the time of the solution application for the presence
of large leaks, and after 2 minutes for the presence of small leaks.
8. Carry out visual check for any bubbles appearing on the surface of weld, which is an
indication of a possible leak. Recheck the area once again to confirm the removal of
defect. After examination, release the pressure by closing the air supply to the
manifold.
9. In case of any leaks, the leaking area shall be marked, pressure shall be released and
any repair of the area shall be carried out using appropriate approved welding
procedure. All required NOT shall be carried out such as PT & MT. The repaired area
of the weld joints shall be rechecked for leak tightness.
10. In case of any leaks, the leaking area shall be marked, pressure shall be released and
any repair of the area shall be carried out using appropriate approved welding
procedure. The repaired area of the weld joints shall be rechecked for leak tightness.
11. After performing the air leak test, the test result shall be recorded in the
(Attachment1) and signed by the QC Inspector and CLIENT who witnessed the test.
12. After completion of the test the vent hole shall be plugged with grease or with
plastic plugs approved by PIO.
TEST EXECUTION
1. A leak test of 1 barg shall be applied to the reinforcing pads.
2. Visually inspect pressure gauges to make sure no signs of pressure loss.
3. Visually inspect the welding joints of reinforcement pad during application of leak
testing solution If leakage exist then air bubble formation will take place.
4. In any event if test fails, a new test shall be applied after repairs and corrections have
been made. After leak testing the hole will be filled with grease.
9.0 DOCUMENTATION —
1. Upon completion of Leaking testing, Inspection Report shall be prepared and
attached with RFI by the QC Inspector.
2. All activities for quality assurance shall be performed and controlled as
verified by documentation.
Reinforcement PAD type