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CSA B51:2019 Pressure Vessel Inspection

Pressure vessel inspection per CSA B51 Boiler, Pressure Vessel, and Pressure Piping Code.

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Vessel & Inspector Details

Inspection Items

Mark the applicable column for each item: P = Pass  |  F = Fail  |  N/A = Not applicable. Record notes for any F.

# Check P F N/A Notes / Action
Vessel Identification
1CRN is current, valid, and matches provincial/territorial registration
2Nameplate legible, securely attached, and data matches design drawings
3MAWP, design temperature, and construction code clearly indicated
Shell & Heads
4External surface free of pitting, bulging, cracking, or deformation
5Weld seams (longitudinal and circumferential) free of visible defects
6Wall thickness measurements within minimum design limits (UT readings)
7Internal surface inspected for erosion, deposits, or lining degradation
Nozzles & Fittings
8Nozzle connections secure, no leaks at flanged or threaded joints
9Gaskets in serviceable condition, correct type for service fluid and temperature
10Bolting torqued to specification, no signs of stress relaxation or corrosion
Safety Valves
11Pressure relief valve(s) installed, sized correctly for MAWP
12Relief valve set pressure verified and within tolerance (bench test or in situ)
13Discharge piping unobstructed and routed to safe location
14Valve seal/tag intact, calibration date current
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Facility
Date
Inspector
# Check P F N/A Notes / Action
Corrosion Assessment
15External corrosion under insulation (CUI) assessment completed
16Corrosion rate calculated and remaining life within acceptable limits
17Cathodic protection system functional (if applicable)
Insulation & Coatings
18Insulation intact, no missing sections, moisture ingress, or jacketing damage
19Protective coatings and paint in serviceable condition
Nameplate & Documentation
20Manufacturer data report (MDR) on file and accessible
21Previous inspection reports reviewed, outstanding items addressed
22Fitness-for-service assessment current (if vessel is beyond original design life)
Overall Result
PASS: vessel satisfactory, fit for continued service FAIL: deficiency identified, see table below

Deficiencies & Corrective Actions  (list any item marked F: reference item # from checklist)

Item # Deficiency description Corrective action / reported to Corrected by / date

Declaration

I declare that I have completed this pressure vessel inspection in accordance with CSA B51:2019 requirements and applicable provincial/territorial regulations. I have reported any deficiencies or non-conformances to the responsible party and understand that a vessel presenting conditions that may compromise safe operation must be taken out of service until corrective action is completed.

Inspector Sign-off
Signature
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Date & time
Plant Manager / Chief Inspector Acknowledgement
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Date