Nondestructive Testing (NDT) Weld Report Log

This template is for recording nondestructive examination of welds, including the weld ID, location, method used, coverage, test parameters, observed indications, acceptance decision, and closeout actions. It is meant to capture the inspection record, not to replace the actual procedure or code of acceptance. Use it as the working log for each weld or inspection lot. It also helps tie photos, calibration references, and repair follow-up to the same record.

Use it when the inspection outcome depends on an NDT method such as visual testing, magnetic particle, liquid penetrant, ultrasonic testing, or radiographic review. A general inspection form usually misses method-specific details like calibration blocks, coverage, and indication sizing. This log is better when you need traceable evidence for QA, customer review, or code-based acceptance. It is not the right form for a simple housekeeping or equipment checklist.

The report should be completed by the inspector or examiner who performed or directly supervised the examination, with review by QA or the responsible authority as needed. The person entering the results should be qualified for the method being used and able to reference the applicable procedure. If a third party or AHJ is involved, the log should clearly show who inspected, who reviewed, and who approved the disposition. That separation helps prevent ambiguous signoff.

Use one log entry for each weld, weld group, or inspection event, depending on how your project controls traceability. In fabrication and construction, that often means every inspected weld gets its own record or line item. In maintenance settings, the cadence may be tied to work orders, outage windows, or repair releases. The key is consistency so the record matches the inspection scope and the acceptance decision.

The template supports documentation practices commonly expected under OSHA general industry and construction programs, as well as quality systems and welding-related code workflows. It is also useful where ANSI, AWS, ASME, or project specifications require traceable inspection records. The form itself does not determine code acceptance; it captures the evidence needed to apply the correct standard. Always pair it with the governing procedure and acceptance criteria for the job.

The most common mistakes are leaving out the exact weld location, failing to record the NDT method and parameters, and marking a result without stating the acceptance criteria used. Another frequent issue is documenting a defect without measuring its size or extent. Teams also forget to attach calibration verification, photos, or repair disposition, which makes later review difficult. This template is designed to reduce those gaps.

Yes. You can add method-specific fields for VT, MT, PT, UT, or RT, such as probe angle, couplant, developer dwell time, film or digital settings, or scan coverage. Many teams also add fields for weld map references, joint type, material group, and repair cycle number. Keep the core traceability fields intact so every entry still identifies the weld, the examiner, and the final disposition. That makes the log usable across projects.

This template works well as a QA record that can be attached to a work order, inspection package, or project turnover file. It can also be linked to photos, calibration certificates, repair tickets, and reinspection results. If you use a CMMS, QMS, or document control system, map the report number and weld ID to your asset or job record. That makes retrieval easier during audits, customer reviews, or warranty claims.