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Brandon L. Parchman
Somerset Independent School District

ID #
110-821907
Witness
Patricio Gutierrez
Tested
December 07, 2022
Certified
May 17, 2022

Welder Qualification Test Record

Qualification Type
Welder

WPS
TX-ED-WP1 Rev. 4
PQR
TX-PQ-SM-03


Description of Variable

Actual Values
Used in Weld Test
Permitted Qualifications Range

Welding Process
SMAW
SMAW
Welding Current & Polarity
DCEP
AC or DC
Welding Position
1F, 2F, 3F
1F, 2F, 3F
Welding Progression (up or down)
Up
Up
Weld Backing Used (grooves)
N/A
N/A
Material Type (specification)
A-36 Steel
Any M-1 material
Plate Thickness - Groove
N/A
Not permitted
Plate Thickness - Fillet
1/2" Thick
1/8" - Unlimited
Pipe Wall Thickness - Groove
N/A
Not permitted
Pipe Wall Thickness - Fillet
N/A
1/8" - Unlimited
Pipe Outside Diameter - Groove
N/A
Not permitted
Pipe Outside Diameter - Fillet
N/A
Tacking pipe with fillet welds
Weld deposit thickness
Single Pass
Single Pass
Filler Metal - Specification #
AWS A5.1
AWS 5.1
Filler Metal - Classification #
E7018
E70XX, E60XX
Filler Metal - F #
F-4
F-1 to 4
GTAW Electrode - Specification #
N/A
N/A
GTAW Electrode - Classification #
N/A
N/A
Shielding & Gas Composition.
N/A
N/A
Visual Inspection
  • Acceptable: Yes
  • Procedure: IW-VT-01, Rev. 2, 07-25-12
*Note - Visual inspection shall be in the "as welded" condition. See D1.1 and 4.81.
Radiographic Test
  • Film ID #'s: N/A
Guided Bend Test
  • Face Bends Acceptable: N/A
  • Root Bends Acceptable: N/A
*Note - Bend specimens shall have all reinforcements removed. See D1.1 and 4.30.1.
Fillet Break Test
  • Weld Appearance: Acceptable
  • Fillet Weld Size: 5/16"
  • Fractured Root: Acceptable
  • Cross Section: N/A
*Note - For inspection and disposition of the fractured weld root see D1.1, 4.30.2.3 and 4.30.4.1.
The herein named authority, certifies that the statements in this record are correct and that the test welds were prepared, welded, and tested in conformance with the requirements of AWS D1.1: 2020 Structural Steel Welding Code.
Approved By
Richard J DePue
Organization
CWT Co.
Qualifications
SCWI, Test Supervisor
License Stamp
License
#03010018

Supplementary Information

  1. Welders are only qualified to weld on the thicknesses and diameters listed above.
  2. Welders are only qualified to weld in the positions listed above.
  3. Qualification on groove welds will qualify a welder to make groove and fillet welds.
  4. Qualification of fillet welds will only qualify a welder to make fillet welds.
  5. Welders are only qualified to weld the types of metals listed.
  6. A welder must be able to produce their updated log sheet anytime their certification is questioned.
  7. Structural welders are not qualified to make welds on pressurized components.
  8. Always make sure base and filler metals are clean and free of slag, scale, rust, oil, paint or other foreign materials.
  9. Oxy-fuel and plasma cut surfaces must be ground before welding to remove slag, oxides and heat affected zone.
  10. Base metals shall be preheated when surface temperature is below 32°F and recommended when surface is below 70°F.
  11. A welder is only qualified to use the electrodes identified above.
  12. Low hydrogen electrodes, F-4 (7018 and any ending in 5, 6, 8):
    • Must be stored in a heated vented oven at 250°F.
    • Cannot be exposed to the atmosphere for time periods exceeding 4 hours.
    • Must be purchased in a sealed container.
    • Cannot be used if damaged or wet.
  13. All other electrodes:
    • Must be kept dry.
    • Cannot be used if damaged or wet.
    • Should not be stored in an electrode oven with low hydrogen electrodes.
  14. For AWS D1.1, ASME IX and API 1104 codes, a welder's qualification/certification will expire in 6 months unless continuity is demonstrated. An AWS D9.1 qualification will extend to 12 months. In all cases, if continuity is demonstrated using the process, qualification/certification will extend indefinitely.

Brandon L. Parchman
Somerset Independent School District

ID #
110-821907
Witness
Patricio Gutierrez
Tested
April 19, 2021
Certified
May 03, 2021

Welder Qualification Test Record

Qualification Type
Tack Welder

WPS
TX-ED-WP1 Rev. 4
PQR
TX-PQ-SM-03


Description of Variable

Actual Values
Used in Weld Test
Permitted Qualifications Range

Welding Process
SMAW
SMAW
Welding Current & Polarity
DCEP
AC or DC
Welding Position
1F, 2F Tack
1F, 2F Tack
Welding Progression (up or down)
N/A
N/A
Weld Backing Used (grooves)
N/A
N/A
Material Type (specification)
A-36 Steel
Any M-1 material
Plate Thickness - Groove
N/A
Not permitted
Plate Thickness - Fillet
Tack welded steel 1/2" Thick
Tacking steel 1/8" - Unlimited
Pipe Wall Thickness - Groove
N/A
Not permitted
Pipe Wall Thickness - Fillet
N/A
Tacking steel 1/8" - Unlimited
Pipe Outside Diameter - Groove
N/A
N/A
Pipe Outside Diameter - Fillet
N/A
Tacking pipe with fillet welds
Weld deposit thickness
Single Pass
Single Pass
Filler Metal - Specification #
AWS A5.1
AWS 5.1
Filler Metal - Classification #
E7018
E70XX, E60XX
Filler Metal - F #
F-4
F-1 to 4
GTAW Electrode - Specification #
N/A
N/A
GTAW Electrode - Classification #
N/A
N/A
Shielding & Gas Composition.
N/A
N/A
Visual Inspection
  • Acceptable: Yes
  • Procedure: IW-VT-01, Rev. 2, 07-25-12
*Note - Visual inspection shall be in the "as welded" condition. See D1.1 and 4.81.
Radiographic Test
  • Film ID #'s: N/A
Guided Bend Test
  • Face Bends Acceptable: N/A
  • Root Bends Acceptable: N/A
*Note - Bend specimens shall have all reinforcements removed. See D1.1 and 4.30.1.
Fillet Break Test
  • Weld Appearance: Acceptable
  • Fillet Weld Size: 1/4"
  • Fractured Root: Acceptable
  • Cross Section: N/A
*Note - For inspection and disposition of the fractured weld root see D1.1, 4.30.2.3 and 4.30.4.1.
The herein named authority, certifies that the statements in this record are correct and that the test welds were prepared, welded, and tested in conformance with the requirements of AWS D1.1: 2015 Structural Steel Welding Code.
Approved By
Richard J DePue
Organization
CWT Co.
Qualifications
SCWI, Test Supervisor
License Stamp
License
#03010018

Supplementary Information

  1. Welders are only qualified to weld on the thicknesses and diameters listed above.
  2. Welders are only qualified to weld in the positions listed above.
  3. Qualification on groove welds will qualify a welder to make groove and fillet welds.
  4. Qualification of fillet welds will only qualify a welder to make fillet welds.
  5. Welders are only qualified to weld the types of metals listed.
  6. A welder must be able to produce their updated log sheet anytime their certification is questioned.
  7. Structural welders are not qualified to make welds on pressurized components.
  8. Always make sure base and filler metals are clean and free of slag, scale, rust, oil, paint or other foreign materials.
  9. Oxy-fuel and plasma cut surfaces must be ground before welding to remove slag, oxides and heat affected zone.
  10. Base metals shall be preheated when surface temperature is below 32°F and recommended when surface is below 70°F.
  11. A welder is only qualified to use the electrodes identified above.
  12. Low hydrogen electrodes, F-4 (7018 and any ending in 5, 6, 8):
    • Must be stored in a heated vented oven at 250°F.
    • Cannot be exposed to the atmosphere for time periods exceeding 4 hours.
    • Must be purchased in a sealed container.
    • Cannot be used if damaged or wet.
  13. All other electrodes:
    • Must be kept dry.
    • Cannot be used if damaged or wet.
    • Should not be stored in an electrode oven with low hydrogen electrodes.
  14. For AWS D1.1, ASME IX and API 1104 codes, a welder's qualification/certification will expire in 6 months unless continuity is demonstrated. An AWS D9.1 qualification will extend to 12 months. In all cases, if continuity is demonstrated using the process, qualification/certification will extend indefinitely.

ID #
110-821907
Certified
May 03, 2021
Title
Oxy-Fuel Operator
Re-Cert
N/A
Contention
Fitness for Duty
Status
Active
Method
Oxy-Fuel Operations
Expiration
May 31, 2024
The above information hereby certifies that Brandon L. Parchman has been deemed qualified to perform Oxy-Fuel Operations in accordance with the requirements of The North American Welding Group, SOP #TX-EDU-001a, in so far as, he/she may operate incorporated practices at, and in conjunction with, the Somerset Independent School District.

Test Record

General Exam
70% min
Specific Exam
70% min
Practical Exam
70% min
Composite Exam
80% min
Comments Exam
Pass
Exam Invigilated By
Patricio Gutierrez #110-17180429

Exam Site
Somerset High School
Training Mandate
24hrs
February 25, 2021
Site Mandate
Approved Facility
Audit Status: Complete
Schedule
Semi-Annual
Registration Required
Approved By
Richard J DePue - AWS SCWI #03010018

Examination Breakdown:
  • General Knowledge Examination – 45 questions
  • Specific Knowledge Examination – 25 questions
  • Practical Knowledge and Applications – 15 point checklist

TX-WP1-07 represents a set of guidelines to assist in developing uniform procedures for the qualification and certification of inspection and instructional personnel to satisfy contract requirements. It establishes qualification, training and certification guidelines for the development of instructional personnel and those individuals who will perform non-destructive testing, weld inspection and welder training in accordance with contract requirements.

We, the undersigned, attest that the statements in this record are correct, and that testing occurred to validate the attributes of the above named individual in compliance with TX-WP1-07 and ASNT-RP-TC-1A:2006, where applicable, and that sufficient data exists to substantiate all claims herein.

Program Administrator: Richard J. DePue
Title/Qualifications: ASNT-TC-1A Corporate Level III, AWS SCWI #03010018, CWB/2 #9696

Form 2-001: 2007 Rev. 4 7-25-2017