Overview
Bridge extension for a contractor requiring new reinforcement welded to existing bars under coded procedures. I planned the sequencing, set up safe working, and executed the welds, completing the scope in 2 days against 4 planned. All welds passed NDT, and the client commended the organisation and communication.
Scope & Methods
- Coded welding to tie new bars into existing reinforcement per approved WPS/WPQR.
- Joint prep and fit-up: cleaned to bright metal, aligned, and controlled root gaps.
- Heat control with monitored preheat/interpass temperature and controlled cooling.
- Access planning to avoid congestion and maintain cover requirements.
- Workface organisation with staged consumables and QA sign-offs at hold points.
NDT & QA
- 100% visual inspection plus MT/PT as required by the inspection and test plan.
- All welds accepted on first pass; no repairs requested.
- Weld maps and traceability maintained with heat numbers and batch records logged.
Safety & Controls
- Hot works permit and fire watch with extinguishers at point of use.
- Edge protection and exclusion zones established around the work area.
Outcomes
- Completed in 2 days vs 4 planned.
- All welds passed NDT; zero rework.
- Client commendation for communication and site organisation.
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