Piping Inspector QA
1. What are the responsibilities of an equipment inspector as per schedule “Q”?
Knowledge about the ASME code, perform all types of inspection, using instruments like calipers, micrometers, pit gauges etc.
2. TRUE or FALSE: After stress-relieving operation on vessels has been completed, major repair is permitted with the authorized inspector concurrence?
False
3. Name the 3 types of pump?
Centrifugal, Reciprocating, Rotary, Special (jet pump)
4. After the pump is mounted on the base plate, what at least two dimensions should be checked prior to shipping?
Nozzle elevation, shaft centerline, anchor bolts hole location.
5. ASME Section I covers the construction of which Boiler?
Power boiler
6. Which ASME section covers the rules for construction of pressure vessels?
ASME Sec. VIII
7. What is the use of calipers?
To get accurate internal and external dimension
8. What instrument will you use to check the alignment before installation of coupling?
Dial indicator
9. What is pit gauge and what is the use of pit gauge?
It’s inspection instrument to check the depth of pitted spot
10. What is a borescope and what is the use of this?
It’s inspection instrument to check the internal corrosion
11. At least how many days a leveling steel plate shall be installed before equipment erection?
7 Days QCP/600/019, Para 5.2
12. What is HIC?
Hydrogen Induced Cracking
13. What is hot-tap?
The technique of attaching a welded branch fitting to piping or equipment in service, and creating an opening in that piping or equipment by drilling or cutting a portion of the piping or equipment within the attached fitting.