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Checklist · QC-STL-CHK-005
Welding Inspection Checklist
33 checkpoints across 5 sections. During and after structural steel welding; pre-weld, in-process, and post-weld inspection; hold point before structural loading or final assembly
33 Checkpoints
5 Sections
Per weld (continuous during fabrication)
QA/QC Engineer (Welding), Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)

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S.No.CheckpointIS RequirementStatus
A. PRE-WELD VERIFICATION
A1Welder qualification valid per IS 817 / IS 7310 — current & applicable
Acceptance: Qualification certificate available and not expired; position (flat/vertical/overhead) and thickness tested ≥joint requirements; re-test if expired; document welder ID
IS 816:1969 Cl. 3 — Welder qualification
OK
NC
NA
HOLD
A2WPS (Welding Procedure Specification) approved and available on-site
Acceptance: WPS document available at work location; signed by engineer; WPS includes all parameters and precautions; welder has copy; supervision verifies WPS compliance during welding
IS 816:1969 Cl. 4 — Welding procedure
OK
NC
NA
HOLD
A3Joint preparation per IS 816 Cl. 6 — bevel angle 30-35°, root gap 2-3mm, root face ≥2mm
Acceptance: Measure 3 joints: bevel angle 30-35° (±5°), root gap 2-3mm, root face ≥2mm; use angle gauge and feeler gauge; document measurements; reject if non-conforming
IS 816:1969 Cl. 6 — Joint preparation for butt welds
OK
NC
NA
HOLD
A4Fit-up tolerance — butt: root gap 2-3mm, fillet: max gap 2mm
Acceptance: Butt joint: root gap 2-3mm at 5 points; Fillet joint: gap ≤2mm; if gap exceeds tolerance, adjust members or notify supervisor; document fit-up check
IS 816:1969 Cl. 6
OK
NC
NA
HOLD
A5Surfaces clean — free of rust, oil, paint, moisture within 50mm of joint
Acceptance: Visual inspection: 50mm each side of joint free from rust, oil film, paint, and moisture; use wire brush/grinder to clean if necessary; mill scale acceptable; check immediately before welding
IS 816:1969 Cl. 6
OK
NC
NA
HOLD
A6Preheat applied if required — plate >25mm or CE >0.41%
Acceptance: Thick plates (>25mm): verify preheat temperature ≥150°C (or per WPS); use temperature crayon or thermocouple; check before first arc strike; maintain preheat during multi-pass welding; document temp
IS 816:1969 Cl. 7; IS 9595:2019 (high strength steel welding)
OK
NC
NA
HOLD
A7Consumables — electrode grade per IS 814; correct type (low-H/rutile); dry condition; within shelf life
Acceptance: Electrode package marked with grade per IS 814 (e.g., E7018); grade matches WPS; low-H type stored in oven ≥300°C; not expired (shelf life ~6 months); inspect electrode surface (no cracking/flaking in coating)
IS 814:2004 — Electrode classification; IS 816:1969 Cl. 8
OK
NC
NA
HOLD
B. DURING WELDING — PROCESS CONTROL
B1Welding parameters per WPS — current, voltage, travel speed maintained
Acceptance: Monitor during welding: current ±10% of WPS value, voltage ±2V of WPS value, travel speed ±10%; use ammeter/voltmeter; spot-check 3 passes; document readings
IS 816:1969 Cl. 7 — Welding operation control
OK
NC
NA
HOLD
B2Interpass temperature monitored — maximum 250°C for structural steel
Acceptance: For multi-pass welds: measure interpass temperature between passes using temp crayon or IR thermometer; ensure ≤250°C before depositing next pass; cool if necessary; document temps for ≥3 passes
IS 816:1969 Cl. 7; stress relief practice
OK
NC
NA
HOLD
B3Run sequence correct — multi-pass welding per WPS/drawing
Acceptance: For multi-pass joints: verify sequence matches WPS (e.g., root pass → fill passes → cap pass); no skipped passes; caps made with specified electrode type; document sequence on weld map
IS 816:1969; welding practice
OK
NC
NA
HOLD
B4Slag removal between passes — cleaned before next pass
Acceptance: Inspect between each pass: slag completely removed (use wire brush); exposed weld metal visible before next pass; no slag pockets; check 3 random passes
IS 816:1969 Cl. 7; weld quality requirement
OK
NC
NA
HOLD
B5No porosity/undercut visible during welding
Acceptance: Visual inspection during/after each pass: no visible porosity (gas bubbles), no undercut on edges; if detected, grind out and re-weld; document defects found and corrected
IS 822:1970 — Visual weld inspection; IS 816:1969
OK
NC
NA
HOLD
B6Tack welds incorporated or removed — no reheating in final weld zone
Acceptance: For joints with tacks: verify first pass covers and incorporates tacks (no separate reheating); if tacks removed: clean removal (no residual material); document tack disposition
IS 816:1969; welding practice
OK
NC
NA
HOLD
C. POST-WELD VISUAL INSPECTION (IS 822:1970)
C1Weld profile acceptable — no excessive convexity (max 3mm per IS 816 Table 9)
Acceptance: Measure weld profile with straight edge and feeler gauge: convexity ≤3mm typical; document max convexity; if exceeds, notify for engineer evaluation (may be acceptable)
IS 822:1970 Cl. 5.1 — Weld profile acceptance
OK
NC
NA
HOLD
C2Undercut — maximum 0.5mm depth per IS 816 Table 9
Acceptance: Measure undercut depth at 5 locations along weld: depth ≤0.5mm; use depth gauge or visually with template; if >0.5mm, mark for repair (grind and re-weld)
IS 822:1970; IS 816:1969 Table 9
OK
NC
NA
HOLD
C3No cracks — visual inspection under good lighting
Acceptance: Visual inspection (magnifying glass if needed): no cracks in HAZ (heat-affected zone) or weld metal; check especially at toes and start/stop points; if crack suspected, mark for NDT
IS 822:1970 Cl. 5; IS 816:1969
OK
NC
NA
HOLD
C4No overlap on base metal
Acceptance: Visually inspect weld toe: weld metal should be integral with base metal (no step or notch); if overlap detected, mark for repair (grind smooth or re-weld)
IS 822:1970; weld quality requirement
OK
NC
NA
HOLD
C5No unfilled craters at end of weld
Acceptance: Inspect weld end: crater filled and level with surrounding weld metal; if crater present, welder must make additional pass to fill; no step-offs at start/stop
IS 822:1970; IS 816:1969
OK
NC
NA
HOLD
C6Weld size meets drawing — fillet: throat dimension; butt: full penetration verified
Acceptance: Fillet weld: measure throat (distance from root to hypotenuse); throat ≥design value (e.g., 8mm throat for typical M12 fillet); Butt: visually confirm full penetration (smooth surface, no concavity)
IS 822:1970 Cl. 5.2; design compliance
OK
NC
NA
HOLD
C7Weld length as specified — no gaps or incomplete welds
Acceptance: Measure weld length: actual ≥drawing minimum (typically ≤+50mm tolerance); no gaps in continuous weld; if intermittent fillet specified, verify spacing per drawing
IS 822:1970; design compliance
OK
NC
NA
HOLD
C8Proper tie-in at start/stop locations — no abrupt discontinuities
Acceptance: Inspect start and stop ends: profile smooth transition, no notches or craters at tie-in; if rough, grind smooth or extend weld 25mm beyond original stop point
IS 816:1969; workmanship
OK
NC
NA
HOLD
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A. PRE-WELD VERIFICATION
A1Welder qualification valid per IS 817 / IS 7310 — current & applicable
IS 816:1969 Cl. 3 — Welder qualification (Welder tested per IS 817 (tensile, bend, impact); qualification valid 2 years)
Qualification certificate available and not expired; position (flat/vertical/overhead) and thickness tested ≥joint requirements; re-test if expired; document welder ID
OKNCNAHOLD
A2WPS (Welding Procedure Specification) approved and available on-site
IS 816:1969 Cl. 4 — Welding procedure (WPS must define parameters: current (A), voltage (V), travel speed, heat input, preheat, PWHT, etc.)
WPS document available at work location; signed by engineer; WPS includes all parameters and precautions; welder has copy; supervision verifies WPS compliance during welding
OKNCNAHOLD
A3Joint preparation per IS 816 Cl. 6 — bevel angle 30-35°, root gap 2-3mm, root face ≥2mm
IS 816:1969 Cl. 6 — Joint preparation for butt welds (Proper joint geometry essential for sound weld (prevents lack of fusion, porosity))
Measure 3 joints: bevel angle 30-35° (±5°), root gap 2-3mm, root face ≥2mm; use angle gauge and feeler gauge; document measurements; reject if non-conforming
OKNCNAHOLD
A4Fit-up tolerance — butt: root gap 2-3mm, fillet: max gap 2mm
IS 816:1969 Cl. 6 (Poor fit-up (excessive gaps) causes weld defects: porosity, lack of fusion, undercut)
Butt joint: root gap 2-3mm at 5 points; Fillet joint: gap ≤2mm; if gap exceeds tolerance, adjust members or notify supervisor; document fit-up check
OKNCNAHOLD
A5Surfaces clean — free of rust, oil, paint, moisture within 50mm of joint
IS 816:1969 Cl. 6 (Contaminants prevent weld fusion and cause defects)
Visual inspection: 50mm each side of joint free from rust, oil film, paint, and moisture; use wire brush/grinder to clean if necessary; mill scale acceptable; check immediately before welding
OKNCNAHOLD
A6Preheat applied if required — plate >25mm or CE >0.41%
IS 816:1969 Cl. 7; IS 9595:2019 (high strength steel welding) (Preheat required for thick plates to prevent cracking; typical preheat 150-200°C min)
Thick plates (>25mm): verify preheat temperature ≥150°C (or per WPS); use temperature crayon or thermocouple; check before first arc strike; maintain preheat during multi-pass welding; document temp
OKNCNAHOLD
A7Consumables — electrode grade per IS 814; correct type (low-H/rutile); dry condition; within shelf life
IS 814:2004 — Electrode classification; IS 816:1969 Cl. 8 (Low-hydrogen electrodes (E7018) for structural steel; must be dry and stored in oven 300-350°C)
Electrode package marked with grade per IS 814 (e.g., E7018); grade matches WPS; low-H type stored in oven ≥300°C; not expired (shelf life ~6 months); inspect electrode surface (no cracking/flaking in coating)
OKNCNAHOLD
B. DURING WELDING — PROCESS CONTROL
B1Welding parameters per WPS — current, voltage, travel speed maintained
IS 816:1969 Cl. 7 — Welding operation control (Parameters critical for weld quality; e.g., Grade 8.8 M20 bolt: 180-220A typical current)
Monitor during welding: current ±10% of WPS value, voltage ±2V of WPS value, travel speed ±10%; use ammeter/voltmeter; spot-check 3 passes; document readings
OKNCNAHOLD
B2Interpass temperature monitored — maximum 250°C for structural steel
IS 816:1969 Cl. 7; stress relief practice (High interpass temp reduces toughness; max 250°C typical for structural steel)
For multi-pass welds: measure interpass temperature between passes using temp crayon or IR thermometer; ensure ≤250°C before depositing next pass; cool if necessary; document temps for ≥3 passes
OKNCNAHOLD
B3Run sequence correct — multi-pass welding per WPS/drawing
IS 816:1969; welding practice (Run sequence affects weld properties and prevents residual stress concentration)
For multi-pass joints: verify sequence matches WPS (e.g., root pass → fill passes → cap pass); no skipped passes; caps made with specified electrode type; document sequence on weld map
OKNCNAHOLD
B4Slag removal between passes — cleaned before next pass
IS 816:1969 Cl. 7; weld quality requirement (Slag trapped between passes creates lack of fusion defect)
Inspect between each pass: slag completely removed (use wire brush); exposed weld metal visible before next pass; no slag pockets; check 3 random passes
OKNCNAHOLD
B5No porosity/undercut visible during welding
IS 822:1970 — Visual weld inspection; IS 816:1969 (Porosity and undercut are unacceptable defects; must be corrected immediately)
Visual inspection during/after each pass: no visible porosity (gas bubbles), no undercut on edges; if detected, grind out and re-weld; document defects found and corrected
OKNCNAHOLD
B6Tack welds incorporated or removed — no reheating in final weld zone
IS 816:1969; welding practice (Tack welds must be incorporated in first pass or completely removed (not reheated which causes brittleness))
For joints with tacks: verify first pass covers and incorporates tacks (no separate reheating); if tacks removed: clean removal (no residual material); document tack disposition
OKNCNAHOLD
C. POST-WELD VISUAL INSPECTION (IS 822:1970)
C1Weld profile acceptable — no excessive convexity (max 3mm per IS 816 Table 9)
IS 822:1970 Cl. 5.1 — Weld profile acceptance (Excessive convexity indicates high heat input; max convexity 3mm for M20 equivalent weld)
Measure weld profile with straight edge and feeler gauge: convexity ≤3mm typical; document max convexity; if exceeds, notify for engineer evaluation (may be acceptable)
OKNCNAHOLD
C2Undercut — maximum 0.5mm depth per IS 816 Table 9
IS 822:1970; IS 816:1969 Table 9 (Undercut reduces section and is stress concentration; max 0.5mm for welds)
Measure undercut depth at 5 locations along weld: depth ≤0.5mm; use depth gauge or visually with template; if >0.5mm, mark for repair (grind and re-weld)
OKNCNAHOLD
C3No cracks — visual inspection under good lighting
IS 822:1970 Cl. 5; IS 816:1969 (Cracks are critical defects; NOT acceptable)
Visual inspection (magnifying glass if needed): no cracks in HAZ (heat-affected zone) or weld metal; check especially at toes and start/stop points; if crack suspected, mark for NDT
OKNCNAHOLD
C4No overlap on base metal
IS 822:1970; weld quality requirement (Overlap reduces section and is stress raiser)
Visually inspect weld toe: weld metal should be integral with base metal (no step or notch); if overlap detected, mark for repair (grind smooth or re-weld)
OKNCNAHOLD
C5No unfilled craters at end of weld
IS 822:1970; IS 816:1969 (Crater cracks and void fills are defects)
Inspect weld end: crater filled and level with surrounding weld metal; if crater present, welder must make additional pass to fill; no step-offs at start/stop
OKNCNAHOLD
C6Weld size meets drawing — fillet: throat dimension; butt: full penetration verified
IS 822:1970 Cl. 5.2; design compliance (Weld size per structural design; for fillet: throat = 0.707 × leg length)
Fillet weld: measure throat (distance from root to hypotenuse); throat ≥design value (e.g., 8mm throat for typical M12 fillet); Butt: visually confirm full penetration (smooth surface, no concavity)
OKNCNAHOLD
C7Weld length as specified — no gaps or incomplete welds
IS 822:1970; design compliance (Weld length per structural drawing)
Measure weld length: actual ≥drawing minimum (typically ≤+50mm tolerance); no gaps in continuous weld; if intermittent fillet specified, verify spacing per drawing
OKNCNAHOLD
C8Proper tie-in at start/stop locations — no abrupt discontinuities
IS 816:1969; workmanship (Start/stop should blend smoothly with weld metal)
Inspect start and stop ends: profile smooth transition, no notches or craters at tie-in; if rough, grind smooth or extend weld 25mm beyond original stop point
OKNCNAHOLD
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Inspection Sign-Off
ACCEPTED — All visual and NDT inspections passed; weld approved for service
ACCEPTED WITH REPAIRS — Defects repaired and re-inspected; approved after repair verification
REJECTED — Critical defects; weld unacceptable; grinding out and complete re-welding required, or member replacement
Overall Verdict
Name / Sign / Date
Number of Defective Welds
Name / Sign / Date
Number Repaired & Accepted
Name / Sign / Date
Number Rejected
Name / Sign / Date
Inspector Signature
Name / Sign / Date
Date & Time
Name / Sign / Date
Structural Engineer Approval Signature
Name / Sign / Date