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HYDROSTATIC TEST

1.1 SCOPE

This document describes the Hydrostatic and Pneumatic Testing Procedure to be

applied by company for piping follow codes and client specifications. This testing
procedure only applies to shop testing activities.

1.2 PURPOSE

The objective of this work instruction is to give a guideline to the QC Inspector and
Workshop’s Foremen/Supervisor to ensure hydrostatic testing is conducted in a safe and
efficient manner and in accordance to specification/codes for piping which subject to
internal test.

1.3 REFERENCE DOCUMENTS

ASME B31.3 (*) - Process piping

ASME B31.1 (*) - Power piping

ASME Section V (*) – Nondestructive examination

Client’s specifications

Note: (*) latest edition

1.4 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Display suitable warnings on the equipment and in the testing areas.

To confirm bolting materials are corrected and met specifications.

Test pump shall constantly attend by experience operator during testing.

Pressure gauge to be monitored by operator during testing.

1.5 TEST MEDIUM

Test medium shall be cleaned or potable fresh water or rust inhibitor.

Chloride content in water shall be less than 250 ppm for carbon steel components.

Chloride content in water shall be less than 50 ppm for stainless steel components.

1.6 RESPONSIBILITIES

1.6.1 Production Supervisor

Identify the test medium.

Mark the test limits on the isometric drawing of latest revision and perform the line
check.
 Locate the pressure gauges, test blinds, vent and drains.

Confirm with relevant QC personnel whether NDEs has been completed and accepted.
Complete the relevant documents as required by the test package.