Codes & Standards
what is the primary purpose of Codes, standards and specifications
safety
what are the two most commonly used electrode classifications in Canada
AWS and CSA
what does a welding procedure test determine
correctness of the welding method
what is the CWB a division of
CSA (Canadian Standards Association)
who deals with welding qualifications
ASME section IX
what provides the basis for evaluation for welding procedures
Standards
What are base metals given after being analyzed and grouped
P-numbers
when must a procedure be re qualified
when essential variables change
what is the maximum time period a welder could be qualified to perform CWB approved procedures
2 years
what is the acronym for the log book of a registered welder in BC
WPQR
(welder performance qualification record )
which governing body deals with welding qualifications
ASME code section IX
In specifications what indicates weld metal analysis
A-numbers
what are performance test designed to assess
welders ability to make sound welds
what standard does CWB comply with
CSA W47.1
which form is used to record the results of a WPT under the ASME code
QW 484
what does the term code mean in the welding industry
adopted set of rules and regulations
Who analyzes and grades ferrous and non-ferrous metals
ASTM
who develops closed procedures in BC
MCA (mechanical contractors association
what does an S classification approve a welder to weld on
backing, back-gouging or back-welding
The Industry Training and Apprenticeship Commission
what two governing bodies set requirements for welding on boilers and pressure vessels in Canada
CSA B51 and ASME section IX
what parrallels CSA W48.1
SFA 5.1
what is it called when you are welding according to a approved procedure
performance qualification test
what is the T classification for
pipe
what is a PWP and how many are there?
PWP = pre-qualified welding procedure
there are 12