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Pressure Vessel Inspection Checklist Template
Ensure safety compliance with comprehensive ASME and API compliant pressure vessel inspection procedures.
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Overview
Pressure vessels require regular inspection to ensure safe operation and regulatory compliance. This checklist covers external inspection, internal examination, pressure testing, safety devices, and documentation requirements per ASME and API standards.
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Complete Checklist
External Visual Inspection
- Check for external corrosion and pitting
- Inspect insulation condition and damage
- Look for signs of leakage at connections
- Check foundation and support condition
- Inspect nameplate readability and data
- Look for bulging or deformation
- Check paint and coating condition
- Inspect access openings and closures
- Look for evidence of overheating
- Document external condition with photos
Internal Examination
- Check for internal corrosion and scale
- Inspect weld seams for cracking
- Look for erosion patterns
- Check internal coating condition
- Inspect baffles and internals
- Look for deposits and buildup
- Check nozzle and connection condition
- Measure wall thickness at critical points
- Inspect manway seating surface
- Document findings with photos and measurements
Safety Relief Devices
- Check relief valve set pressure certification
- Inspect relief valve for corrosion and damage
- Verify relief valve capacity rating
- Check discharge piping condition
- Test rupture disk if equipped
- Verify safety device certification current
- Check for blocked relief paths
- Inspect valve seating and seal
- Test lifting lever function if equipped
- Document relief device information
Pressure Testing
- Review test procedure and requirements
- Verify test equipment calibration
- Isolate vessel properly for testing
- Fill vessel per test procedure
- Apply test pressure gradually
- Hold at test pressure per code
- Monitor for pressure decay
- Inspect all connections during test
- Release pressure safely after test
- Document test results and pressure charts
Instrumentation and Controls
- Check pressure gauge calibration
- Test level indicators and alarms
- Verify temperature instrumentation
- Check high pressure cutout function
- Test low water cutoff if applicable
- Inspect electrical connections
- Check control valve operation
- Test interlock functions
- Verify gauge glass condition
- Document instrumentation readings
Documentation and Records
- Verify current inspection certificate
- Check registration and jurisdiction compliance
- Review previous inspection reports
- Update repair and alteration records
- Document all findings and recommendations
- Calculate remaining life if applicable
- Update inspection schedule
- Issue inspection report
- Notify owner of required repairs
- File records per regulatory requirements
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