SITE HSE INSPECTION CHECKLIST

HYDROTESTING
LOCATION: DATE:

Item Yes No N/A Comment

Are Method Statement/TRA available on site?
Is Work Permit available?
Is pressure testing carried out using water, as the
testing medium (water is the least dangerous
method)?
Where pressure testing is proposed using gas,
steam or air as the pressurizing medium (pneumatic
testing), has COMPANY approval been obtained?
Is test equipment in sound condition, properly fitted
and of the correct pressure rating for the job?
Are safety valves of adequate size and properly set,
installed in the test supply line to prevent the test
pressure from being exceeded?
Are calibrated pressure gauges fitted to equipment
under test?
Are attachments unable to withstand the test
pressure removed or isolated?
Are controls/gauges at a safe distance from the
equipment to be tested and gauges clearly visible to
the operator controlling the pressure?
Is the area cordoned off to prevent unauthorised
entry, and warning signs posted?
Are look-out personnel posted to patrol the area?
Prior to pressuring, has the equipment to be tested
thoroughly examined e.g. for isolation, drains
closed, vents open/shut as required etc?
Are suitable vents and drains fitted to the system
under test?
Are all personnel at a safe distance while system
is under pressure?
Are low water temperatures avoided during testing
(to prevent brittle fractures or freezing)?
Are appropriate measures in place to safely
depressure the system after testing?
Has provision been made for all safety devices
isolated during the test to be returned to their
normal operating state after testing?
Are appropriate procedures in place for treatment
and disposal of hydrotest water?

Name Signature Date

Site Supervisor:
Safety Officer:

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