Using WPS Clause 4 for other workplaces
Using WPS Clause 4 for other workplaces
(OP)
Hello,
Our company have 2 more site companies, belong to API Q1 managemant system
Our welding standard is AWS D1.1
Are we allowed to share the qualfied PQR and WPS between the companies
Thanks!
Our company have 2 more site companies, belong to API Q1 managemant system
Our welding standard is AWS D1.1
Are we allowed to share the qualfied PQR and WPS between the companies
Thanks!





RE: Using WPS Clause 4 for other workplaces
Between several contractors on the same site, no.
Best regards - Al
RE: Using WPS Clause 4 for other workplaces
Tried to answer a similar question on another forum and after a little bit of (not thorough) research it seems that the "Engineer" can accept anything he wants - unlike other codes (ASME etc)where the actual requirements are noted in the code.
Regards,
DD
RE: Using WPS Clause 4 for other workplaces
There is also the small matter of meeting the requirements of the applicable building code if there is one.
The Engineer (representing the Owner) has to recognize the added liability assumed should something go wrong and there is subsequent litigation. I would expect someone with limited experience would be tempted to accept the additional exposure, but not a seasoned engineer that realizes his insurance carrier may take a dim view of their increased exposure/liability.
There are legal reasons for each contractor using their own WPSs.
Best regards - Al
RE: Using WPS Clause 4 for other workplaces
kgp
RE: Using WPS Clause 4 for other workplaces
"Each manufacturer or contractor shall conduct the tests required by this code to qualify the WPS."
Clause 4.1.1.2 doe allow the Engineer to accept WPSs qualified to different standards, but nowhere in the code are provisions that allow different companies to share the same WPSs qualified by testing.
Best regards - Al