Construction Structural Welding Inspection Checklist

Comprehensive structural welding inspection checklist for construction steel connections.

  • Industry: Construction
  • Frequency: Per weld/Daily
  • Estimated Time: 15-20 minutes
  • Role: CWI/Welding Inspector
  • Total Items: 22
  • Compliance: AWS D1.1, AISC 360, AWS B1.11, Project Specifications

Pre-Weld

Before welding

  • Welder properly qualified for this WPS?
  • WPS available at work location?
  • Fit-up acceptable per WPS?
  • Preheat requirements met?

Consumables

Welding materials

  • Electrode/wire correct per WPS?
  • Electrode storage requirements met?

Visual Inspection

VT examination

  • Weld size meets requirements?
  • Weld length correct?
  • Weld profile acceptable?
  • No visible defects (cracks, porosity, undercut)?

NDE

Additional testing

  • NDE required?
  • NDE completed and acceptable?

PPE Compliance

PPE inspection

  • Hard hats worn?
  • Safety glasses worn?
  • High-vis vests worn?
  • Steel-toe boots worn?

Fall Protection

OSHA 1926 Subpart M

  • Fall protection above 6 feet?
  • Guardrails intact?
  • Harnesses inspected?

Housekeeping & Organization

Site organization

  • Walkways clear?
  • Materials stored safely?
  • Debris removed?

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