Nondestructive Testing (NDT) Weld Report Log

Inspection log for documenting nondestructive examination of welds, including test method, location, results, acceptance status, and corrective action tracking.

Inspection Identification

• Report number recorded
  Unique NDT report or log number for traceability.
• Project, asset, or work order identified
  Project name, asset ID, spool number, or work order reference.
• Weld identification and location recorded
  Weld number, joint ID, grid location, line number, or drawing reference.
• Inspection date and time recorded
  Date and time the examination was performed.
• Inspector or examiner name recorded
  Name of the qualified NDT examiner or inspector.
• Applicable procedure or specification referenced
  Procedure number, acceptance criteria, drawing, or contract specification used for the examination.

Safety and Test Readiness

• Work area controlled and safe for examination
  Area is accessible, barricaded as needed, and free of conditions that would compromise the examination or personnel safety.
• Required PPE used
  Select all PPE used during the inspection.
• Hot work, energized equipment, or other hazards controlled
  Confirm lockout-tagout, hot work controls, or other site controls were in place as applicable.
• Surface condition suitable for examination
  Surface preparation, cleanliness, and accessibility are adequate for the selected NDT method.
• Calibration or equipment verification current
  Inspection equipment, gauges, or instruments were verified within the required calibration interval.

NDT Method and Examination Details

• NDT method used
  Primary nondestructive examination method used for this report.
• Examination coverage recorded
  Extent of inspection performed, such as full weld length, selected segments, or percentage coverage.
• Technique, equipment, and consumables identified
  Record probe type, film or source details, yoke, penetrant, developer, couplant, or other method-specific materials.
• Test parameters recorded
  Record relevant settings such as frequency, angle, exposure, dwell time, magnetization direction, or sensitivity level.
• Reference standards or calibration blocks identified
  Record the standard, block, or reference artifact used to establish sensitivity or acceptance.
• Examination performed by qualified personnel
  Inspector qualification or certification was valid for the method used.

Results and Acceptance

• Indications or discontinuities observed
  Describe any relevant indications, discontinuities, or lack of relevant indications.
• Indication location documented
  Record exact location of each indication, including weld segment, distance from reference point, and side if applicable.
• Indication size or extent recorded
  Record length, depth, density, amplitude, or other measured extent as applicable to the method.
• Acceptance criteria applied
  The reported results were evaluated against the applicable acceptance criteria.
• Result disposition
  Final acceptance status of the weld or examination area.
• Non-conformance identified
  Indicate whether the examination found a defect or non-conformance requiring disposition.
• Photo evidence attached
  Attach photos of indications, setup, or marked weld locations when applicable.

Disposition and Closeout

• Corrective action or repair disposition recorded
  Describe repair, rework, engineering review, or hold status if the weld was rejected or requires follow-up.
• Retest or reinspection required
  Indicate whether a follow-up NDT examination is required after repair or rework.
• Report reviewed and signed
  Inspector or reviewer signature confirming the report is complete and accurate.
• Customer, QA, or AHJ notification completed
  Confirm required stakeholders were notified of the result, rejection, or release status if applicable.
• Supporting documents attached
  Select all supporting records included with the report package.