TRAINING STANDARD

MECHANICAL JOINT INTEGRITY

TS MJI-11 Hand Torqued Clamp Connectors

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TS MJI-11 Hand Torqued Clamp Connectors

Introduction
This training standard sets out the training necessary to develop the skills required to dismantle, prepare, secure and
reassemble mechanical joint connection systems. It does not form part of any recognised regulated qualification.
This Training Standard aligns with the training requirements of the following standards
ASME PCC-1-2013 Paragraphs BS EN 1591-4:2013 Tables
Appendix A A2.3 (not item (j) 2&3 Part 4 1
This is covered in MJI18) 8
A 2.3.1
This document has been developed by an industry-led working group. The companies which formed this working
group have developed this training standard to ensure consistent, high quality training which meets their needs and
that of the industry.

Training designed to this standard must include instruction that ensures that:
1. The learner is aware of the importance of health and safety in the workplace.
2. The learner understands relevant aspects of current health, safety and environmental legislation and
demonstrates this understanding at all times.
 Instruction must include the particular risks, hazards and countermeasures associated with the activity.
3. The learner observes any specific safety requirements relating to the machines, equipment and methods of
working outlined in this document.

Qualifying comments
1. This document is structured so that each learning outcome is supported by ‘enabling objectives’ (the sentence)
and ‘key learning points’ (the list) which, when collectively achieved, will result in the fulfilment of the specified
learning outcome.
2. The key learning points are there to both contextualise the enabling objective and state what should be
known/understood or demonstrated by the learner upon completion of training.
3. Exercises and ‘real-life’ examples used in course materials related to this document must be contextualised to
the learners’ working environment e.g. the Engineering Construction Industry.
4. Practical elements of this training should be underpinned by practical instruction in addition to sufficient study
time for consolidation of learning.
5. All comments and queries relating to this document should be directed to the ECITB Product Development
Department via productdevelopment@ecitb.org.uk.

Guidance for developing courses

This MJI 11 training standard has been designed for use in collaboration with the MJI 01 First Principles knowledge
learning training standard in the development of a training course. Courses can be developed from one or more
training standards in order to meet the training needs of a company. If a training standard is used as a basis for a
course, then all of its content must be used. The learner must be able to provide evidence that they have achieved
the learning outcomes through assessment of the enabling objectives.

Recommended minimum length of training excluding breaks: 1.5 hours

Recommended maximum trainer to learner ratio: 1:6
Training course pre-requisites: Industry recognised Health & Safety training such as CCNSG Safety Passport,
International Health Safety Passport (IHSP), MIST.

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August 2020 1 Release to service AK

February 2021 1-1 Fixed a problem with the input fields HS

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Learning ID Enabling Objectives (EO) and Key Learning Points (KLP) State where
Outcomes the EO is
Deliver training which will enable the learner to:
(LO) covered in
the course
1. Understand 1.1 Identify and describe clamp connectors, hub types and their appropriate Click or tap
tightening and seal rings. here to enter
torqueing
text.
sequences for
1.2 Identify and explain the tables and charts which are used to determine Click or tap
clamp
correct torque values. here to enter
connectors
text.
1.3 Explain hand torque tightening sequences relating to clamp connectors. Click or tap
here to enter
text.
1.4 Describe the safe operation of hand torque wrenches. Click or tap
here to enter
text.
2. Prepare 2.1 Identify and locate from engineering drawings the systems and Click or tap
work areas, components to be worked on. here to enter
equipment
text.
and materials
2.2 Confirm the isolation of the components to be worked on. Click or tap
for bolted
connection here to enter
tasks text.
2.3 Obtain relevant tools and equipment and describe the care, control, Click or tap
preparation and use, including: here to enter
a. Hand tools and inspection tools
text.
b. Hand torque wrenches
c. Proprietary backup wrenches and alignment tools, which may
improve safety and speed of assembly.

2.4 Obtain and prepare specified materials and consumables, to include: Click or tap
a. Tables and charts to identify correct stud bolts, torque values and here to enter
stud bolt load
text.
b. Lubricants.

2.5 Perform risk assessments, to include: Click or tap

a. Body and hand positioning in the line of fire here to enter
b. Environmental and work site hazards
text.
c. Hazards associated with placement and removal of backup wrench
under high loads
d. Hazards associated with socket failure under load due to incorrect or
worn equipment
e. Hazards associated with the use of mechanical torque wrenches,
and other tools and equipment required to carry out the activities
f. Product containment.

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Learning ID Enabling Objectives (EO) and Key Learning Points (KLP) State where
Outcomes the EO is
Deliver training which will enable the learner to:
(LO) covered in
the course
3. Perform 3.1 Safely carry out disassembly, component removal and inspection of Click or tap
hand torqued hand torqued clamp connectors, to include: here to enter
clamp a. Installing temporary support for heavy components
text.
connector b. Cleaning, preparation and checking of clamp connectors, centre
activities hubs and seal-rings
c. Cleaning, preparation and checking of joint groove/hub dimensions
and surface finish.

3.2 Safely assemble clamp connectors using hand torqueing methods Click or tap
including the setting and adjusting of the equipment, to include: here to enter
a. Accurate assembly techniques
text.
b. Accurate hand torque tightening sequences and torque values.

3.3 Describe and perform checks to ensure the clamp connection complies Click or tap
with the specification, to include: here to enter
a. Uniformity of clamp gap and clamp alignment
text.
b. Torque values
c. Inspection, test and record-keeping procedures.

Knowledge test requirement

Please refer to the knowledge test requirement section of TS MJI 01 (Mechanical Joint Integrity First Principles)
training standard for rules of combination for knowledge tests.

Practical exercise requirement

The training objective is to ensure the learner has attained the skills, knowledge and ability to dismantle, inspect,
prepare, assemble and secure clamp connector joints using a hand torque wrench.
MJI 11 Practical Exercises:
Exercise 1: Dismantle, inspect, prepare, assemble and secure a clamp connector joint using a hand torque wrench.

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