Weld Visual Inspection Log (AWS D1.1)

Inspection log for recording visual weld inspection results, including joint details, welder ID, WPS reference, observed defects, and acceptance disposition in line with AWS D1.1 requirements.

Inspection Identification and Traceability

• Project / work order identified
  Record the project name, work order, drawing number, or fabrication package being inspected.
• Inspection date and time recorded
  Capture the date and time the visual inspection was performed.
• Inspector identified as qualified CWI or authorized inspector
  Record inspector name and qualification status. For AWS D1.1 visual inspection, document the certified welding inspector (CWI) or other authorized inspector per project requirements.
• Inspection location identified
  Record shop, field, bay, station, or structure location where the weld was inspected.
• Inspection stage recorded
  Select when the inspection occurred in the weld lifecycle.

Weld and Joint Traceability

• Joint / weld identification recorded
  Record joint number, weld ID, location, or other unique identifier tied to the weld.
• Base material and member details recorded
  Record member size, material designation, thickness, and configuration as needed for traceability.
• Weld type identified
  Select the weld type being inspected.
• Welder ID recorded
  Record the welder identification number or stamp associated with the weld.
• WPS reference recorded
  Record the welding procedure specification (WPS) number or revision used for the weld.

Visual Inspection Conditions and Method

• Surface condition allows visual examination
  Confirm the weld area is sufficiently clean and accessible for visual inspection.
• Lighting adequate for visual inspection
  Record measured lighting at the inspection point. Use project or site criteria if more stringent.
• Access and viewing angle sufficient to inspect all required surfaces
  Confirm the inspector could view the weld, toes, root area, and adjacent base metal as required.
• Measurement tools available and calibrated as required
  Confirm required gauges, fillet weld gauges, rulers, or other measuring tools were available and within calibration status if applicable.

Visual Weld Acceptance Criteria

• Cracks observed
  Record whether any crack is present in the weld metal, HAZ, or adjacent base metal.
• Undercut within acceptable limits
  Confirm undercut does not exceed project or AWS D1.1 acceptance criteria.
• Overlap / cold lap observed
  Record whether overlap or cold lap is present.
• Porosity / surface discontinuities within acceptable limits
  Confirm visible porosity, worm tracks, slag, or other surface discontinuities meet acceptance criteria.
• Weld size and profile meet requirements
  Confirm weld size, leg length, reinforcement, contour, and profile are acceptable for the joint and WPS.
• Arc strikes, spatter, or gouges requiring repair observed
  Record any visible arc strikes, excessive spatter, or gouges that require evaluation or repair.

Defects, Disposition, and Sign-Off

• Observed defects documented
  Describe all observed defects or non-conformances, including location, size, and extent where applicable.
• Acceptance disposition recorded
  Record the final inspection disposition for the weld.
• Corrective action / repair reference recorded
  Record NCR number, repair ticket, or corrective action reference if the weld did not pass.
• Inspector signature
  Inspector sign-off confirming the inspection record is complete and accurate.