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UNCONTROLED MANUAL
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Section 4
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Manual Control
4.1 The QCM shall maintain a list of Manual holders. The QCM will issue copies of the
Manual in accordance with the list of Quality Manual holders. Each Manual will bear the
same control number on its Title Page as is shown on the list of Manual holders. Only
controlled Manuals will be issued to BMT employees. Uncontrolled Manuals may be
issued to personnel outside of BMT.
4.2 The QCM will review new Code Edition/Addenda for impact on this Quality Control
Program and make necessary changes if required. Revisions will be approved by the
QCM and submitted to the Authorized Inspector (AI) for their review and acceptance
prior to issue. Revision will be by complete section. The QCM will retrieve issued
controlled Manuals, make the necessary changes and reissue the controlled Manuals.
4.3 A current controlled copy of the Quality Control Manual is available for use by the AI at
the shop and field sites.
4.4 Approval by the QCM and acceptance by the AI will be indicated by signature and date
on the revised Table of Contents page of the Manual.
4.5 The entire Quality Manual may be reprinted as a new edition with the revision level reset
to “0” at the discretion of the QCM.
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President
Sr. Vice
President
QC Manager
(QCM)
Quality
Control Plant Manager
Inspector
*
Welding
Personnel
Design
6.1 Upon receipt of an order for a Code item to be designed by BMT, the customer's design
specification is reviewed for adequacy by the Engineer and for compliance to Code
requirements by the QCM. Any deficiencies are reconciled with the customer prior to
starting design work. All Code jobs are assigned a job number by the Production Control
Manager. All documents related to the job will reflect the job number. The Engineer will use
the assigned job number for the drawings and calculations.
6.2 Upon approval of the customer's design specification, The Engineer will prepare the design
drawings, calculations, and bill of materials (listed on the drawing). Material used in the
design shall be specified to a SA or SB material specification or other material permitted by
the Code.
6.3 Completed design drawings, calculations, and bill of materials are reviewed and approved by
the Engineer and the QCM. The Production Control Manager will distribute the approved
drawings. Any disapproved documents are returned to the Engineer for correction and re-
submittal. Dated initials of the QCM show approval on the documents.
6.4 Design drawings will indicate NDE, post weld heat treatment (PWHT), Code nameplate data,
(stamped on shell) (Exhibit 7) weld size and joint configuration, Code Edition and Addenda,
Code Cases, Hydro test pressure, impact test, and other engineering notes as required.
Calculations shall also indicate Code Edition and Addenda used and formula references. The
Engineer shall determine the system of units of measurements used on each job and define SI
or US customary units as the primary units to be used during the construction or field
assembly of any Code job.
6.5 Access to computer programs used for design calculations shall be through the Engineer.
When requested by the AI, the Engineer shall have the accuracy of computer programs and
their revisions checked by running manually calculated test problems.. Completed design
calculations shall list the computer program and version used. No hidden calculations are
permitted. All formulas shall be shown together with plug in values for formula variables.
6.6 A Design Control Log (Exhibit 13) shall be maintained by the Engineer to document the
design process for VIII-2 Pressure items.
6.7 When design drawings, and calculations are provided to BMT by others, the Engineer and
QCM shall review these documents for compliance to the Code. If in Code compliance, the
drawings and calculations will be approved by the Engineer and QCM. Design may also be
subcontracted to a designer approved by the Engineer (see 6.11 and 6.12 for ASME Section
VIII Div. 2 items). The Subcontractor shall be responsible to comply with sections 6.1, 6.2,
6.3, 6.4, and 6.5 of this Quality Control Manual. Subcontracted design documents will be
reviewed and approved by the Engineer and QCM.
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6.8 The QCM is responsible for providing the AI with all design drawings, and calculations prior
to the start of fabrication.
6.9 Revisions to drawings are made, approved, and distributed in the same manner as the
originals. Superseded documents are retrieved and/or removed from production by
Production Control Manager. If these documents contain notes, which require their retention,
the Engineer will stamp or write on the documents "VOID-FOR INFORMATION ONLY"
and retain in the job file.
6.10 The Engineer shall maintain a Design Control Log (Exhibit 13) for ASME Section I
projects which involve other ASME Stamp holders. The log will record distribution and
receiving of design information (drawing revisions, calculations, RFI (letters,
correspondence, emails), design change requests, etc) between BMT and the Engineer,
broker, owner and other ASME Section I Stamp holders (designer/mfg., assembler, parts
mfg. and piping fabricator) involved in the project.
6.11.1 The User, as part of contract with BMT, will provide a User’s Design Specification
(UDS). This specification will include a description of the intended operating conditions
in sufficient detail to provide an adequate basis to design, selected materials, fabricate
and examine as required to comply with the rules of VIII-2.
6.11.2 The User, as part of the specification, will specify whether or not a fatigue analysis shall
be made for cyclic service. When a fatigue analysis is specified, the User will provide
information in sufficient detail so that an analysis for cyclic operation can be carried out
in accordance with VIII-2. When the specification states that no fatigue analysis is
required, the specification will include a statement that the intended operation satisfied
the requirements.
6.11.3 The User will have the UDS certified to be in compliance with the requirements of VIII-
2. This certification must be performed by a Professional Engineer experienced in
pressure vessel design and registered in accordance with VIII-2.
6.11.4 Upon receipt of a contract, the Project Engineer shall review the UDS for full compliance
with VIII-2. The User shall be requested to correct any deficiencies in the specification
prior to the initiation of any design effort.
6.12.2 The MDR shall include, when required by the fatigue evaluation requirements of VIII-2
and based on the expected operating conditions, an analysis for cyclic operation. The
analysis shall be performed in accordance with the requirements of VIII-2.
6.12.3 Calculations included in the MDR shall consider each type of loading listed in VIII-2.
6.12.4 The Manufacturer’s Design Report shall be certified as complying with all applicable
requirements of VIII-2. This certification shall be performed by a Professional Engineer
experienced in pressure vessel design and registered as required by VIII-2
6.12.5 A copy of the MDR shall be furnished by the Engineer to the User.
Materials
7.1 All Purchase Orders (PO) (Exhibit 3) for Code material are prepared by the Purchasing
Agent from the approved bill of materials as listed on the drawing. All Code
requirements, including Specification and Type or Grade, special requirements, such as
UG-79, required marking and certification as outlined in the applicable ASME material
specification shall be listed on the PO. The PO shall be prepared without change from
the approved material specifications listed on the drawing. The QCM shall review and
approve the PO. No substitution of material is permitted without a formal revision to the
drawing bill of materials, calculations and approval by the QCM or the Engineer and
concurrence with the AI.
7.2 Only U2 Certificate Holders can supply welded pressure parts to an ASME Section VIII
Division 2 Manufacturer.
7.3 On Section VIII Division 2 construction -20F impact exemption permitted for ASME
B16.5 Flanges shall only apply to flanges that are supplied in the heat-treated condition
(normalized, normalized & tempered or quenched & tempered).
7.4 Welding material will be ordered in accordance with approved welding material
specifications and classifications as listed on the Welding Procedure Specification. The
Shop and/or Field Foreman will complete a PO for all welding material ordered. The
QCM will review and approve all welding filler material POs.
7.5 The completed PO is then forwarded to the selected vendor. All POs are filed in the job
file by the Purchasing Agent.
7.6 All Code materials received at the shop or field site are placed in a Code Material
"HOLD AREA” pending Quality Control receiving inspection documented on the
Material Receiving Form (Exhibit 4). The Quality Control Inspector (QCI) using a copy
of the PO examines all Code material for dimensions, marking, condition, and quantity.
The QCI documents the inspections on the PO, and forwards it to the QCM. For material
already in stock, the QCI will re-inspect the material using the Material Receiving Form.
7.7 For Code material for which the material specification requires heat traceability, the
QCM references the heat number on the PO and reviews the required Material Test
Report (MTR) chemical and physical test results and other requirements to the material
specification requirements. The heat number/slab (product identifier) number marking
on the material is verified to the number listed on the MTR.
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7.8 When a head is received for the purpose of manufacturing a pressure vessel or part; each
head will be surveyed for shape, thickness, damage, and markings and shall be
documented on the Head Thickness Survey Form (Exhibit 14) to determine that the
thickness meets the minimum requirement specified in the calculations for fabrication.
7.9 If the material is acceptable, the QCM signs and dates the MTR(s) and PO(s). If any
material is found that does not meet all PO and/or Code requirements, it is returned to the
vendor or it is marked "HOLD", retained in a segregated “Hold Area” and handled in
accordance with Section 10 of this Manual.
7.10 Prior to cutting Code material, the required identification marking is transferred to
maintain material traceability. In some cases, with the concurrence of the AI, a coded
marking may be used. Any system of coded marking used will be documented by the
QCI on the PO.
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Inspection
8.1 Fabrication of Code items is controlled by means of the Traveler (Exhibit 1,2,2A, or 2B)
prepared by the QCM from the information on the drawings and Bill of Material.
8.2 A Material Documentation Traveler (Exhibit 12) may be amended to the process Traveler
(Exhibit 1,2,2A, or 2B) that will list and document the Code materials used on pressure
vessels and/or parts. The QCM lists the sequence of operations, including the Welding
Procedure Specification (WPS or SWPS), for each item in the space provided on the
Traveler. The sequence includes fabrication, operations examination-tests and QC
inspection.
8.3 The QCM will review the Traveler, calculations and drawings with the AI before the start of
fabrication for the designation of AI hold points. He will initial and date the Traveler to
document this review. Hold points are set by the AI and shall not be bypassed without the
permission of the AI.
8.4 The QCI/QCM shall be responsible for inspection of all fabrication listed on the Traveler.
When fabrication of a Code item is completed, the QCM does the final inspection and initials
and dates the Traveler when all Code and contractual requirements are met. The AI will
make the internal inspection prior to the hydrostatic test, and external inspection during
hydrostatic testing, and when all fabrication is complete.
8.5 The hydrostatic test, supervised by the Shop and/or Field Foreman, will be witnessed by the
QCM or designee and AI and is applied as specified on the drawing and Traveler. The
hydrostatic test procedures and equipment with units consistent with the stamping are
required. The calibrated pressure gauge(s) used must be in the same units as the drawings
and Progress Traveler. The QCM shall document the correct units required.
8.6 Following the successful hydrostatic test of the Code item and with the authorization of the
AI, the applicable Code symbol stamp (S, PP, U, U2 and/or NB) shall be applied to the
stamping/nameplate (Exhibit 7) and be attached to the correct vessel by the QCM or
designee. The AI and QCM shall verify that the correct Code stamping/nameplate has been
applied to the vessel and /or item.
8.7 The QCM will have custody and control of the ASME and National Board Code(s) symbol
stamps. As an alternative to using the full company name for stamping BMT-NW
Acquisition LLC is authorized by ASME to use “BMT”.
8.8 The QCM may pre-stamp the applicable Code symbol stamp(s) with the approval of the AI,
on the “U” stamping/nameplate for vessels and/or items fabricated at field sites. These pre-
stamped nameplates shall be forwarded to the Shop and/or Field Foreman along with a
Transmittal letter signed by the AI and QCM for application to the Vessel and/or item. The
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QCM and the AI at the field site shall verify that the correct Code nameplate has been
received and applied to the vessel and/or item.
8.9 Upon completion of a shop or field fabricated Code item, the ASME Manufacturer's Data
Report will be completed from the final job records and certified by the QCM. The
Manufactures Data Report shall have the same values as those on the nameplate.
8.10 The completed ASME Manufacturer Data Report, with the final job records, will be
presented to the AI by the QCM for the final review and signature.
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Fabrication, Welding, NDE & PWHT
9.1 Fabrication
9.1.1 When backing strips are required by VIII-2, they shall be continuous and any
splices shall be butt-welded. Circumferential single-welded butt joints with one
plate offset to form a backing strip are prohibited.
9.1.2 VIII-2 fabrications require closing spin holes in all heads. Closing spin holes shall
require NDE to be performed when not closed with a nozzle.
9.2 Welding
9.2.1 All welding and documentation used for Code fabrication will be performed using
Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS/SWPS) and Welders or Welding
Operators qualified in accordance with ASME Section IX and any additional
requirements of the applicable Code and contract.
9.2.2 WPSs' will be approved by the QCM. The required test welds are made under the
QCMs supervision and/or direction. Preparation and testing of the required
specimens is performed by a qualified testing laboratory to ASME Section IX
requirements. The QCM reviews the report of tests submitted by the laboratory,
and if acceptable, the QCM prepares and certifies by signature and dates the
Procedure Qualification Record (PQR).
9.2.3 Corporate WPSs, PQRs, WPQs, and SWPSs qualified by the following
companies (under the following previous, or other owned companies) may be
used by BMT-NW Acquisition LLC (BMT) provided BMT, by signature of QCM
revises the WPS to reflect control and ownership for use by BMT. WPSs, PQRs,
WPQs and SWPSs from the following are or may be affected:
9.2.4 Copies of a qualified WPS/SWPS are provided to the Shop and Field Foreman,
for use in making production welds. The QCM will maintain the WPS/SWPS and
PQR master file. WPS/SWPS and PQRs are available for review by the AI. The
WPS/SWPS shall be available to the Welder/Welding Operator in the work area.
WPSs will be revised when there is a change from non-essential variables to
supplemental, or essential variables as they apply to the WPS. A new WPS is
prepared and qualified when required by a change in supplemental or essential
variable.
9.2.5 WPS/SWPS and PQRs are available for review by the AI. The WPS/SWPS shall
be available to the Welder/Welding Operator in the work area. WPSs will be
revised when there is a change from non-essential variables to supplemental, or
essential variables as they apply to the WPS. A new WPS is prepared and
qualified when required by a change in supplemental or essential variable.
9.2.6 All Welders and Welding Operators used for Code welding shall be qualified to
ASME Section IX. The Welder Performance Qualification (WPQ) will be
supervised by the QCM, QCI, or designee, as directed by the QCM. Performance
tests may be terminated at any point if it becomes apparent that the welder lacks
the necessary skills to meet the specifications. A qualified testing laboratory may
perform the preparation and testing of the required test specimens. Guided bend
tests may be performed by BMT at the direction of the QCM. The report of the
test is reviewed by the QCM, and if acceptable, the QCM will prepare and certify
the Welder/Welding Operator WPQ.
9.2.7 Copies of the WPQs are provided to the Shop and Field Foreman for their
respective qualified Welders/Welding Operators. The original records are
maintained in the QCMs file.
9.2.8 Welders and Welding Operators are re-qualified when a change in performance
essential variable occurs or they have not welded in the specific process for six
months, or the AI or QCM have reason to question their ability to make welds
that meet the specification.
9.2.10 The Shop and Field Foremen are responsible for verifying that all production
welders and welding operators are qualified, and for instructing each welder in
the WPS they are to use, as listed on the Traveler and drawing for each weld.
9.2.11 All tack welds will be made by qualified welders to a qualified procedure and
examined visually for defects, and if found to be defective, shall be totally
removed. Tack welds incorporated in welds shall have their ends feather ground
prior to incorporation into the final weld. Temporary tacks made by others shall
be made using a qualified WPS approved by the QCM and shall be removed prior
to welding.
9.2.12 Each qualified Welder and Welding Operator is issued a unique stamp by the
QCM. Each welder shall identify each completed weld with the Welders stamp or
identifying symbol adjacent to and at intervals of not more than 3 feet of each
weld made. When conditions prevent the stamping of the weld, the Welder or
Welding Operator enters the Welder or Welding Operator symbol on the drawing
or weld map and the Traveler for each weld the welder makes.
9.2.13 The Shop/Field Foreman will order filler material as specified on the approved
WPS. Welding material is stored in dry storage space and issued to the shop or
fieldwork areas by the Shop/Field Foreman as required by the WPS.
9.2.14 Covered electrodes, such as (but not limited to) low hydrogen, or stainless steel
electrodes will be held in holding ovens maintained at temperatures recommended
by AWS, the electrode manufacturer, or Part C of Section II of the ASME Code.
Rod ovens will be used with both the shop and fieldwork.
9.2.15.1.5 For administering and witnessing the welding of the required weld
test coupon and recording actual conditions of the test for use of
demonstration within the limitations of Article V of the ASME
Section IX.
9.2.16 When using SWPSs for performing repairs or alterations in accordance with the National
Board Inspection Code, the Quality Control Manager shall complete the certification
portion on the SWPS form as required in the NBIC. Additionally, the above requirements
will be followed except for the requirement of demonstration.
9.3.1 In the event that NDE is required by either contract or the Code, it is the intent of BMT to
subcontract for these services with a qualified inspection laboratory and/or use qualified
in-house personnel. The qualified inspection laboratory’s Level III examiner shall be
appointed by BMT’s QCM in a letter as the BMT Level III examiner for the appropriate
NDE discipline. A copy of the written practice that meets the current Code accepted
edition of SNT-TC-IA, examiner qualifications, and evidence of current visual acuity
shall be kept on file by the QCM.
9.3.2 The NDE vendor shall provide examination procedures, approved by the appointed level
III, for review and acceptance by the QCM. The results of required NDE examinations
shall be reviewed for compliance by the QCM. These records shall be available to the
AI. The AI and QCM shall have the right to require requalification of NDE examiners or
procedures for just cause.
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9.3.3 B31.1 and VIII-2 Visual Testing Examiners shall be qualified based on the following
minimum requirements:
9.3.3.2 On-the-job training to familiarize the NDE personnel with the appearance and
interpretation of indications of weld defects. The length of time for such training
shall be sufficient to assure adequate assimilation of the knowledge required.
9.3.3.3 An eye examination performed at least once each year to determine optical
capability of NDE personnel to perform the required examination. Visual acuity
will be a minimum of J1 at a distance of 12 inches. A record of the eye
examination will be kept on file.
9.3.3.4 Upon completion of a. and b. above, the NDE personnel shall be given an oral or
written examination and performance examination by the employer to determine
if the NDE personnel are qualified to perform the required examinations and
interpretation of results.
9.3.3.5 Certified NDE personnel whose work has not included performance of a specific
examination method for a period of 1 year or more shall be recertified by
successfully completing the NDE examination and also passing the visual
examination.
9.3.5 For VIII-2 fabrication, all bolts, studs and nuts over 1” nominal bolt size shall be
examined by NDE. See VIII-2 for exact requirements.
9.3.6 For VIII-2 construction, casting quality factors of Div. 1 do not apply.
9.3.6.1.1 All parts of steel casting, regardless of thickness, shall be fully radiographed (See
VIII-2).
9.3.6.1.2 VIII-2 has specific requirements for ultrasonic, magnetic particle, and liquid
penetrant examination of steel castings and plate depending on thickness and
magnetic properties.
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9.3.7 For VIII-2 construction, where fatigue analysis is mandatory, all welds on the entire
pressure vessel shall be examined by MT or PT after hydrostatic test.
9.4.2 All PWHT will be performed in accordance with the PWHT sub contractors
written procedure approved by the QCM. The Procedure will detail the
temperature gradients for heating and cooling, placement of thermocouples, time
at temperature, record format, etc. PWHT records shall be submitted by the QCM
to the AI for review and acceptance.
9.4.3 When items are sent to a subcontractor for PWHT, the QCM will inspect the
items for identification markings prior to shipment. After PWHT the QCM will
re-inspect the items for identification and damage. Any items that have lost their
identification or are damaged will be handled in accordance with Section 10 of
this Manual.
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Nonconformance (NCR)
10.1 Nonconformity is any condition that does not meet the Code, the design drawings,
calculations, specifications, or this Quality Control Manual.
10.2 It is the duty of all BMT employees to report nonconformities to their supervisor.
Immediately after a nonconformity is found, the QCM shall verify the condition and
identify the nonconforming material or fabrication by tagging or marking "HOLD" and
completing a NCR (Exhibit 6). If practical, the nonconforming item shall be moved to a
segregated “Hold Area”. The NCR with a description of the problem and proposed
disposition is completed and signed by the Production Control Manager or the Engineer,
then submitted to the QCM for approval and the AI for concurrence.
10.3.1 Use-as-is: When the disposition is use-as-is, the QCM will consult with, and
obtain the approval from, the Engineer and the concurrence of the AI. Any
required revisions to drawings, calculations and procurement documentation will
be done as described in the Manual.
10.3.2 Repair/Rework: All repair or rework shall be approved by the QCM and accepted
by the AI, before disposition.
10.3.3 Scrap/Return to Vendor: This disposition requires the QCM to verify with
documentation on the NCR that the item has been removed from the work area,
and clearly marked "REJECT" to prevent its inadvertent use prior to disposal.
10.4 The QCM will re-inspect the items dispositioned in 10.3.1 and 10.3.2 when the required
action is complete. When the QCM is satisfied that the item meets Code requirements,
the QCM will sign that the NCR removes the "HOLD" marking and allow the item to
return to its proper sequence of fabrication. Completed NCR’s are returned to the QCM
for filing. The QCM will make all NCR's available to the AI for his review and
acceptance prior to removal of the “Hold” or mark.
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Calibration/Pressure Tests
11.1 Calibration
11.1.1 Each piece of equipment that requires calibration, and is used for measurement, testing,
or examination, shall be identified with a unique serial number. The QCM is responsible
for seeing that designated measuring, test, and examining equipment is maintained in
calibration. If not calibrated or out of calibration this equipment will be clearly marked
"NOT CALIBRATED-DO NOT USE” or “REFERENCE. The QCM will maintain a list
of which equipment requires calibration. The Calibration List (Exhibit 8) will show the
serial number of the instrument, frequency of calibration, date last calibrated and date
due for calibration.
11.1.2 All gages shall be calibrated against a standard dead weight tester or a calibrated master
gage within six (6) months of the test or at any time there is reason to believe that they
are in error.
11.1.3 Gages used for pressure testing shall be calibrated against a dead weight tester or
calibrated master gauge annually or if error is suspected and be traceable to NIST. Dial
ranges of pressure gages shall be about double the test pressure but not less than 1.5 nor
more than 4 times the test pressure.
11.1.4 Calibration records will be maintained by the QCM and made available to the AI upon
request.
11.2.1 Hydrostatic Pressure testing shall be conducted in a safe manner under the direction of
the Shop and/or Field Foreman, and witnessed by the QCM. Prior to the final pressure
test, the QCM and AI shall perform an internal and external inspection of the vessel. The
Engineer shall develop a written procedure for pneumatic testing.
11.2.2 The specified test pressure shall be noted on the drawing and Traveler. The test medium
shall be water, unless otherwise specified (with the AI's and jurisdictional concurrence),
at a recommended temperature of not less than 30 degrees F, above the vessel's minimum
design metal temperature (MDMT) and not to exceed 120 degrees F MDMT. The
pressure shall not be applied until vessel and its contents are about the same
temperatures. The vessel will be filled with water and vented at the highest point so as
not to trap any air in the vessel. When full, the vent shall be closed and the hydrostatic
pump shall be used to bring the vessel up to test pressure and held for a minimum of ten
minutes or by customers’ recommendations. The test gauge mounted directly on the
vessel shall be visible to the Pump Operator. Following the test the pressure will then be
gradually reduced to the MAWP of the vessel and inspected for leaks and defects by the
Shop-Field Foreman and the QCM. When the QCM is confident that the test results are
satisfactory the vessel shall then be available for inspection by the AI.
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Records
12.1 All records described in this manual are collected at the completion of the job, and
reviewed for completeness and accuracy by the QCM, prior to preparation of the
Manufacturer's Data Report.
12.2 Manufacturer's Data Reports, after certification by QCM and the AI, are filed with the
purchaser, Jurisdiction where installed, the AI (upon request), and the National Board (if
registered). When Manufacturer’s Data Reports are to be registered with the National
Board, The QCM shall submit an original of the complete set of Manufacturer's Data
Reports required for the vessel to the National Board within sixty (60) days of
Manufacturer's Data Report certification.
12.3 National Board serial numbers assigned to vessels to be registered with the National
board shall be controlled and issued by the QCM. National Board serial numbers shall be
issued in sequence without skips and without gaps and without suffix or prefix beginning
with number one (NB 1). The QCM shall maintain a record of issuance showing date
issued, type of vessel, date stamped date mailed to the National Board, and
manufacturer’s serial number.
12.4 All fabrication and production documents, including a copy of the Manufacturer's Data
Report shall be maintained by the QCM as specified in Paragraph 12.5. Manufacturer's
Data Reports not registered with the National Board shall be retained for five (5) years.
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12.5 BMT shall maintain the following documents uniquely applicable to each completed
ASME Section VIII Div. 1, Section VIII Div. 2, and Section I certified items. The QCM
shall maintain a Document Index Log (Exhibit 9) for all Code items as listed below. The
Document Index Log, which lists the job number, record retention time, and location of
the record storage within the record storage system. The QCM and the AI shall sign the
Document Index Log confirming collection of the production documents listed on the
Document Index Log in the job file at the time of Manufacturer's Data Report
certification. It is not necessary to have a copy of the WPS, PQR, WPQ, Welder
Continuity Records, MTRs, Drawings, Calculations, etc. in the job file if these
documents are applicable to more than one job. The Document Index Log can list their
filing location; such as a Design Calculation File, Drawing File, WPS File, PQR File,
MTR File, etc, for multiple copies identical vessels a job file may contain only those
documents unique the vessel, such as NDE Reports, Repair Records (as applicable),
Process Control Records, Heat Treatment Records, Nonconformance Reports and their
dispositions, Hydrostatic Test Reports, and the Manufacturer’s Data Report when not
registered:
ASME Section I Records (3 years)
• Radiographs
• UT test reports
• Manufacturers Data Reports
ASME Section VIII Div. 1 Records (3 years)
• Manufacturer’s Partial Data Report
• Manufacturer’s drawings
• Design calculations and proof tests
• Material Test Reports and/or material certifications
• Welding procedure Specifications and Procedure Qualification Records
• Welder Qualification and Continuity Records
• NDE Examination Reports
• Repair procedure and records (as applicable)
• Process control records (Traveler)
• PWHT records
• Heat treat records and test results
• Nonconformance Reports and their disposition
• Hydrostatic test records
• RT and UT reports
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ASME Section VIII Div. 2 Records (3 years)
a) User's Design Specification
b) Manufacturer's Design Report
c) Manufacturer's Data Report
d) Manufacturer's Construction Records and Partial Data Reports
1) Tabulated list of all material used for fabrication with Materials Certifications and Material
Test Reports, and a record of any repairs to pressure retaining material that require a
radiographic
examination by the rules of this Division. The record of the repairs shall include the location of
the repair, examination results, and the repair procedures.
2) Fabrication information including all heat treatment requirements, forming and rolling
procedure when prepared, an inspection and test plan identifying all inspection points required
by the user, and signed inspection reports
3) List of any subcontracted services or parts, if applicable
4) Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS), Procedure Qualification Records (PQR), weld map
and welder or welding operator qualification test results
5) Record of all heat treatments including post weld heat treatment (these records may be either
the actual heat treatment charts or a certified summary description of heat treatment time and
temperature)
6) Results of production test plates, if applicable
7) NDE procedures, records of procedure demonstrations, and records of personnel certifications
8) All reports stating the results of inspection, nondestructive examinations and testing including
radiographic examination, ultrasonic examination, magnetic particle examination, liquid dye
penetrant examination and hardness tests
9) All non-conformance reports including resolution and a detailed description of any repairs
including repair procedures, a sketch, photo, or drawing indicating the location and size of the
repaired area
10) Charts or other records of required hydrostatic, pneumatic, or other tests. Test logs shall
include the test date, testing fluid, duration of the test, temperature of the test fluid, and test
pressure
11) Dimensional drawings of the as-built condition
12.6 The QCM shall conduct an annual audit to verify compliance of record storage. The
results of the audit shall be documented on the Document Index Log and made available
to the AI.
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13.1 The Authorized Inspector (AI) is the third party Inspector required by the Code. The AI
works for an ASME accredited Authorized Inspection Agency (AIA) and holds a current
“A” National Board new construction commission. BMT will maintain a current contract
with an AIA for all Code activities.
13.2 When requested by the AI, hold points will be inserted on the Traveler for those
operations the AI wishes to witness before, during and after fabrication of a Code vessel
or part.
13.3 The QCM for the shop and all field sites shall be the liaison with the Authorized
Inspector and is responsible for keeping him advised of the progress of the work so that
he can make his designated inspections. The AI and the Authorized Inspector Supervisor
shall have free access to all locations where work is being performed, and shall be
furnished with all drawings, calculations, specifications, procedures, Travelers, repair
record, test reports and all other documents as are required to perform their duties.
13.4 All NCR’s for Code work are submitted to the AI for his review and acceptance.
13.5 The QCM will notify the AI sufficiently in advance of hold points so that he can be there
to personally witness the activity.
13.6 The final records, together with the completed Manufacturer's Data Report, are submitted
by the QCM to the AI for his review and signature. The Code symbol stamp is applied
only when authorized by the AI and when all fabrication and inspections are complete.
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14.1 SCOPE
This section of the Manual describes the controls for repairing and altering pressure-
retaining items in accordance with the National Board Inspection Code (NBIC) and
Jurisdictional laws. The other sections of this QC Manual apply except as modified by
this section and as applicable to the work being performed.
14.2 DEFINITIONS
14.2.1 AUTHORIZED INSPECTOR - as referenced in this section may be one of the following
NB commissioned Inspectors dependent on circumstance.
14.2.2 ALTERATION
1) A physical change to a boiler or pressure vessel which affects its' pressure retaining
capability (i.e., requires design consideration). This is typically identifiable by
comparison to significant information listed on the Original Equipment Manufacturer's
(OEM) Data Report.
2) A non-physical change that would increase the maximum allowable working pressure
(MAWP) or lower MDMT to the extent that impact testing would be required. (NOTE -
this also constitutes a RERATE).
14.2.3 REPAIR (to in-service equipment) - A repair is the work necessary to restore a vessel to
a safe and satisfactory working condition, provided that in all cases the Code design is
not altered, and the repair construction will follow the Construction Code to which the
item was originally fabricated.
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14.2.4 Routine repairs for which the requirements for in-process involvement by the Inspector
and stamping may be waived as determined appropriate by the Jurisdiction and the
Inspector.
14.2.5 R-1/R-2 REPORT - A document certified by BMT and the NB Commissioned Inspector
certifying that a vessel repair or alteration was in accordance with NBIC and
Jurisdictional requirements.
14.3 BMT performs repairs/alterations to Code vessels and Routine Repairs, in accordance
with the requirements of the National Board Inspection Code (NBIC), ASME Section
VIII, Division 1, VIII-2 and Section I Jurisdictional requirements and this Manual as
applicable. BMT also makes alterations to vessels in accordance with the above. All
design information, applicable drawings, design calculations, specifications and
instructions shall be prepared or obtained, controlled and interpreted in accordance with
the original Code of construction.
14.4 For “R” stamped work, either system of units (US customary or SI metric) may be used
for repairs and alterations, however only one system shall be used consistently
throughout the repair/alteration, and the original Code of construction shall be the basis
for selecting the units of measurement. Hydrotest procedures and equipment with units
consistent with the stamping are required. The pressure gage(s) used must be in the
same units as the hydrotest Traveler / drawing, instruction sheet / procedure. The
contemplated repairs, including those of a routine nature (as defined in the NBIC), will
be described to the AI (and in-service Inspector when applicable) by the QCM. No
repair or alteration shall be started without the authorization of the AI. For Routine
Repairs the AI may waive the inspection and stamping. The work including evidence of
AI authorization shall be documented on the Traveler. Hold points are set by the AI and
shall not be bypassed without the permission of the AI. The QCM will, prior to the start
of work, provide the AI with records such as drawings, procedures, repair plan(s),
Travelers and any document necessary to define the scope of work, including a copy of
the OEM Code Data Report (when available) and R Form for the vessel. The scope of
intended work will also be acceptable to the jurisdiction, where required. Welders
continuity records shall be retained back to the last date tested in the process.
14.5 Material used in the repair/alteration of an item shall comply with the original
Manufacturers Data Report, if available. If not available, the material must conform to
the applicable Code of construction. If a copy of the original Manufacturers Data Report
or drawings/documentation from original manufacturer is not available, material may be
identified by verification of material markings on the vessel or vessel nameplate or by
taking a sample of the material and having it tested by a qualified laboratory (chemical
and physical tests) to establish the material properties. If the existing material cannot be
verified (unknown), BMT shall perform a chemical analysis and hardness testing, as a
minimum, of the unknown material to verify its weldability and strength or may elect to
qualify a weld procedure. If there is a question with regard to the weldability
characteristics of the material, then competent technical advice should be obtained.
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14.6 PWHT, when required, shall be performed in accordance with the code of construction,
however the alternatives including required NDE listed in the NBIC may be utilized with
concurrence of the AI and the owner. Original requirements for NDE will be adhered to
and handled per the Code and this Manual.
14.7 All alterations of Code vessels (for design, material procurement, receipt and handling,
process/welding control, inspection and testing) will be handled identically with
provisions for new fabrication. The work shall be documented on a Traveler. For
alterations, calculations shall be completed prior to the start of any physical work. All
design calculations shall be completed by an organization experienced in the design
portion of the standard used for construction of the item. All calculations shall be made
available for review by the AI accepting the design.
14.8 Completed work will be accepted and documented by the QCM and AI in accordance
with this Manual. Upon completion of the work the “R” Report Form including routine
Repairs, will be completed from the final records and certified by the QCM. The
completed "R" Form, together with the final records, will be presented to the AI for their
review and signature. Routine Repairs shall be documented on Form R-1 on line 10, for
Remarks, which states “Routine Repair”.
14.9 The QCM shall maintain an R-log list of R Forms registered with the National Board.
The log shall show the R Form number, type of object, date certified and date registered.
An original of the R Form shall be mailed to the NB within 60 days of certification. An
original Form R-1 or Form R-2 (if the pressure-retaining items is not registered with the
National Board) together with their attachments may be registered with the National
Board. If the pressure-retaining item is registered with the National Board, an original
Form R-2 together with attachments shall be registered with the National Board. All “R”
Forms not registered with the National Board, shall be retained for five (5) years.
14.10 After completion of the appropriate “R” Form a nameplate (Exhibit 6) shall be attached
adjacent to the original equipment nameplate or stamping. Repair or alteration
nameplates will comply with requirements delineated in the NBIC. Nameplate
attachment requires the prior concurrence of the Inspector. As an alternative to using the
full company name for stamping BMT-NW LLC is authorized by the National Board to
use “BMT”.
14.11 When completed, a copy of the National Board R Form will be distributed as follows:
(1) Customer
(2) AI upon request
(3) In-service Inspection Agency
(4) Jurisdiction
(5) National Board (when altered, and only if originally registered with the NB)
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14.13 Repair/Alteration of Section VIII, Division 2 vessels or parts require a detailed repair/
alteration Plan that is reviewed and certified by a Registered Professional Engineer.
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Exhibits
1 Traveler
2 Traveler
2A Traveler
2B Sub Traveler
3 Purchase Order
4 Material Receiving Form
5 Welder Continuity Log
6 Non Conformance Report
7 Name Plate / Stamping
8 Calibration Log
9 Document Index Log
10 BMT VT Certification
11 Intentionally left blank
12 Material Documentation Traveler
13 Design Control Log
14 Head Thickness Survey Form
* Note; Actual exhibited forms in use may be revised without revising the exhibited forms in the
Quality Control Manual provided the use of the form does not change as described in the Quality
Control Manual. All revised forms will be updated during the next formal QC Manual revision.
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Exhibit 1
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TRAVELER
Customer: Job # ASME/NBIC Section Code Edition: Addenda:
Drawing # Vessel # Nat’l Bd. No.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK Internal Review
Repair QC: Date:
Routine Repair AI: Date:
Alteration Via Telecom H= AI Hold Point Page 1 Of
Pressure Test
PSI °F
Head Thickness Shell Thickness
Impacts required Test Gauge used
Remarks
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Exhibit 2
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Traveler
DO NOT START CONSTRUCTION WITHOUT SIGNED AI REVIEW TRAVEL SHEET REVISION NO.:
QC REVIEW: REVIEW DATE:
SERIAL NO.: JOB NO.: VESSEL TYPE:
DRAWING NO.: DWG. REV.: TRAVEL SHEET REVIEW AI: DATE:
Seq. Item Comments Q.C.I. Date A.I. Hold A.I. Date Owner Date
Points
1. Calculations in File
2. Release of App’d Dwg.
3. Heat Numbers
Recorded
4. MTRs Checked
5. WPS(s) Checked
5A Verified
5B Verified
5C Verified
6. Welder(s) Qualified
7. Thicknesses Verified &
Recorded
8. Shell(s) & Head(s) Fit-
up Inspection
9. Nozzles & Fittings Fit-up
Inspection
10. Nozzle Orientation
11. Nozzle & Flange Rating
Checked
12. Internals Checked
13. Final Internal Inspection Shell Side
The Authorized Inspector shall be presented with the Travel Sheet prior to construction so that he
can designate additional inspection points and/or Hold Points. Any revisions shall be marked with a
delta symbol with revision number and described at the bottom of this page.
* Denotes an A.I. Inspection Point ** Denotes an A.I. Hold Point
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Exhibit 1 Traveler
INPROCESS VERIFICATION AND IDENTIFICATION WELD I.D. / WELDER SYMBOLS / FIT-UP
Description Quality DATE Authorized Inspector Date Weld Symbol Fit-Up Weld Symbol Fit-Up
Control I.D. I.D.
Shell #1 L- C-
Shell #2 L- C-
Shell #3 L- C-
Shell #4 L– C–
Shell #5 L– C–
Shell #6 L– C–
Head #1 C–
Head #2 C–
Head #3 C–
Head #4 C–
Boot #1 Shell L– C–
Boot #1 Head C–
Boot #2 Shell L– C–
Boot #2 Head C–
Cone L– C–
Thk./Rating
Heat# or ID
Spec.-Grd.
Thk./Rating
Heat# or ID
Spec.-Grd.
Thk./Rating
Heat# or ID
Spec.-Grd.
Thk./Rating
Heat# or ID
Spec.-Grd.
Thk./Rating
Heat# or ID
Spec.-Grd.
Thk./Rating
Heat# or ID
Spec.-Grd.
Thk./Rating
Heat# or ID
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EXHIBIT 2A
Master Traveler
Customer Job Work Order Number
Address: Serial Number
Shop or Field
Ship to: “S” “PP” “Repair” “Alteration”
Nat’l Board Number(s)
Drawing Number(s)
Drawing (Rev level and date)
Customer PO# Drawing (Rev level and date)
Starting Date Equipment Description
Delivery Date Authorized Inspectors Review prior to Fab. Date
QUALITY CONTROL AUTHORIZED INSPECTOR
HOLD HOLD
Initial Date Initial Date
POINT POINT
CALCULATION REVIEW
CONSTRUCTION DRAWING REVIEW
WELDING PROCEDURE REVIEW
WELDERS QUALIFICATION REVIEW
MATERIAL CODE IDENTIFICATION
FINAL INTERNAL INSPECTION
PT MT EXAM (when reqd)
RT UT EXAM (when reqd)
PWHT COMPLETE (when reqd)
NCR’S COMPLETE (when reqd)
TYPE OF PRESS. TEST HYDROSTATIC PNEUMATIC OTHER (Describe in Remarks)
PRE-PRESS. TEST PSIG
FINAL PRESS. TEST PSIG
TEST GAUGE SN’S &
DATA PLATE / STAMPING VERIFIED
DATA PLATE / STAMPING COMPLETE
DATA REPORTS SIGNED
REMARKS: Describe important information such as impact testing, special service, and nameplate
Amount Accepted
Amount Rejected
WELDER CONTINUITY LOG Section 15
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NCR# :
Job# : Prepared By:
By: Date:
2. Recommended Disposition
By: Date:
QCM: Date:
AI: Date:
3. Final Disposition Reference:
Item # : Rev. # :
Repair Material Drawing # : Rev. # :
Rework Fabrication
Return
Scrap
Use as Is
Approved By:
QCM: Date:
Accepted By:
AI: Date:
BMT
Serial No._________
NB
Gauge Calibration List Section 15
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Exhibit 8
Date: August 10, 2011
15.
16.
17.
18.
19.
The Authorized Inspector shall be presented with the Travel Sheet prior to construction so that he
can designate additional inspection points and/or Hold Points. Any revisions shall be marked with a
delta symbol with revision number and described at the bottom of this page.
* Denotes an A.I. Inspection Point ** Denotes an A.I. Hold Point
Design Control Log Section 15
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Exhibit 13
Date: August 10, 2011
Project
BMT Job Number
This documet may be modified without revising the Quality Control Manual.
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Exhibit 14
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Head Thickness Survey Form
0° 90° 180° 270°
1. 4. 7. 10.
2. 5. 8. 11.
3. 6. 9. 12.
4, 5, 6
10,
11,
12
LOCATION % OF R
0 0.00
7, 8, 9 1/32 0.124
1/16 0.174
3/32 0.213
1/8 0.242
3/16 0.292
¼ 0.331
3/8 0.390
½ 0.433
5/8 0.464
¾ 0.484
7/8 0.496
CENTERLINE 0.500