Inspection & Quality Control Flashcards
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When conducting an above-ground survey (AGS) of a gas distribution system, what parameter is primarily being measured?
Answer: Pipe-to-soil potential to assess cathodic protection effectiveness
Above-ground surveys measure pipe-to-soil potential (voltage) to evaluate whether cathodic protection is providing adequate corrosion protection.
A BGE quality inspector is reviewing a contractor's material certifications. What is the inspector verifying?
Answer: That materials meet the specified grade, standard, and traceability requirements
Material certifications confirm that materials conform to required specifications (e.g., ASTM, ANSI) and provide traceability to the manufacturer and heat/lot number.
During electric underground residential distribution (URD) cable installation, what is the purpose of mandrel testing the conduit before cable pull-in?
Answer: To verify the conduit is free of obstructions or deformation that could damage the cable
A mandrel (a rigid cylinder of defined diameter) is pulled through the conduit to confirm the bore is clear and undamaged before the expensive cable is installed.
What is the key difference between a quality control (QC) inspection and a quality assurance (QA) audit in utility operations?
Answer: QC checks finished products; QA audits the processes and systems used to produce quality work
QC focuses on detecting defects in the actual work or product, while QA evaluates whether the overall processes and management systems are designed to prevent defects.
A BGE inspector finds that a gas main was installed at a shallower depth than the minimum required cover. The area has been paved. What should be recorded in the inspection report?
Answer: A non-conformance report (NCR) with location, depth found, required depth, and corrective action required
A formal non-conformance report documents the specific deficiency with measured data, location, applicable standard violated, and required corrective action.
When inspecting a new electric transformer installation, which of the following is NOT a typical QC inspection item?
Answer: The color of the transformer paint
Transformer paint color is an aesthetic characteristic with no bearing on electrical safety or functionality and is not a QC inspection item.
What does 'traceability' mean in the context of BGE utility material quality control?
Answer: The ability to link an installed component back to its manufacturer, lot, and test records
Traceability ensures that any installed material can be traced back to its origin, certifications, and test results, enabling targeted response if a defect or recall occurs.