Weld Map and Traceability Log

Inspection log for tracking each weld joint to the welder, WPS, heat numbers, NDE results, and repair history to support quality control and traceability.

Inspection Details

• Project, area, and weld map identifier recorded
  Enter the project name, work area, spool/assembly identifier, and weld map or travel sheet number.
• Inspection date and inspector recorded
  Record the date/time of the traceability review and the person performing the inspection.
• Applicable WPS, code, and revision identified
  Document the approved WPS number, governing code or specification, and current revision used for the welds reviewed.
• Inspection scope covers all joints in the defined weld map
  Confirm the review includes every joint listed on the weld map or travel sheet for the selected scope.

Weld Map and Joint Identification

• Each joint is uniquely identified on the weld map
  Verify each weld joint has a unique joint number, location reference, or spool reference that matches the field marking and map.
• Joint location and orientation are clearly shown
  Confirm the weld map shows the joint location, line or assembly reference, and orientation sufficient to locate the weld in the work.
• Joint status is current and legible
  Check that the joint status on the map is readable and reflects the current state such as fit-up, welded, inspected, accepted, repaired, or closed.
• Weld map matches field markings and spool tags
  Verify the joint identifiers on the map match the physical markings, tags, or traveler labels in the work area.
• Missing or duplicate joint numbers identified
  Confirm there are no missing, duplicated, or conflicting joint numbers within the reviewed weld map.

Welder, Procedure, and Material Traceability

• Welder ID recorded for each completed joint
  Verify each welded joint is linked to a welder identification number or stamp on the map or travel sheet.
• Welder qualification is valid for the work performed
  Confirm the welder qualification record is current and matches the process, position, material group, and thickness range required for the weld.
• Base material heat number recorded
  Verify the base material heat number or mill traceability identifier is documented for each applicable joint or component.
• Filler metal or consumable lot traceability recorded
  Confirm the filler metal classification and lot or batch number are documented where required by the project quality plan or specification.
• WPS matches joint material, process, and position
  Check that the listed WPS is appropriate for the joint material, welding process, joint design, and position used.

Inspection, NDE, and Repair History

• Required NDE type and extent are documented
  Verify the required NDE method(s) and inspection extent are identified for each joint or weld group, such as VT, PT, MT, RT, or UT.
• NDE report number and result linked to each joint
  Confirm each applicable joint references the correct NDE report number, date, and disposition such as accepted, rejected, or pending.
• Repairs or rework are documented with revision history
  Verify any repair, rework, or excavation history is recorded with the repair date, reason for repair, and updated disposition.
• Repair welds reference the original joint and repair cycle
  Confirm repaired joints retain traceability to the original weld number and show the number of repair cycles completed.
• Open defects or pending dispositions are clearly flagged
  Check that any open non-conformance, hold point, or pending NDE disposition is clearly identified on the log.

Completeness, Control, and Sign-Off

• All required supporting documents are attached or referenced
  Verify the log includes or references the weld map, WPS, welder qualifications, MTRs or heat records, NDE reports, and repair records as applicable.
• Document revision control is current
  Confirm the weld map and traceability log show the latest approved revision and that superseded records are controlled.
• Deficiencies and non-conformances recorded
  Document any missing traceability, illegible entries, mismatched records, or other non-conformances identified during the review.
• Inspector sign-off completed
  Inspector signs to confirm the weld map and traceability review is complete and accurate for the scope inspected.