The duties are divided into 3 main phases; Before, During and After welding.

Duties before welding

 Verify that the material is in accordance with drawing / WPS, identified and
traced to a test certificate in in suitable condition (free from damage and
contamination)
 WPS is approved and available to welders (and inspectors).
 Welding equipment is in suitable condition and calibrated as appropriate.
 Weld preparations are in accordance with WPS (and/or drawings).
 Identification of welder's qualification for each WPS to be used and all
welder qualification certificates are valid.
 Welding consumables to be used are -as specified by the WPS -
stored/controlled as specified by the QC procedure.
 Joint fit-ups are in accordance with WPS / drawings, Tack welds are
acceptable per standards, code or WPS.
 Weld faces are free from defects, contamination, and damage.
 The minimum temperature for Preheat (if required) is in accordance with
WPS.

Duties during welding

 Ensure weather conditions are suitable / comply with Code (conditions will
not affect welding) when on-site / field welding.
 Welding process must be in accordance with WPS.
 Preheat (if required) minimum temperature is being maintained in
accordance with WPS.
 Inter-pass temperature maximum temperature is in accordance with WPS.
 Welding consumables are in accordance with WPS and being controlled as
the procedure.
 Welding parameters e.g. Current, volts, travel speed are in accordance
with WPS.
 Root run is visually acceptable to Code before filling the joint (for single
sided welds).
 Gouging / grinding only allowed by an approved method and to good
workmanship standard.
 Inter-run cleaning must be at good workmanship standard.
 The welder is on the approval register /qualified for the WPS being used.
Duties after welding

 Each weld is marked with the welder's identification and is identified in

accordance with drawing/weld map.
 Ensure welds appearance is suitable for all NDT (profile, cleanness, etc)
and visually inspect welds and sentence in accordance with Code.
 Check to ensure the dimensions are in accordance with drawing/Code.
 Ensure any modifications are included on as-built drawings.
 Ensure all NDT is complete, and reports are available for records.
 Monitor repair work in accordance with the procedure.
 Monitor PWHT process (if required) for compliance with the procedure
(check chart record).
 Ensure test equipment for Pressure/load test (if required) is calibrated.
Monitor test to ensure compliance with procedure/Code and ensure
reports/records are available.
 Ensure all reports/records are completed and collated as required.

 Incoming inspection of FIM material at Fabricator's place. Ensure material

received as per packing list and advise for damage.
 Ensure IRN, QC booklet prior to incoming inspection of FIM material at
site.
 Ensure preservation of material at site.