BGE Inspection & Quality Control 2

Question 1

During a gas pipeline weld inspection, which non-destructive testing (NDT) method is most commonly used to detect internal flaws without cutting the pipe?

Accepted Answer

Radiographic testing (RT)

Answer

Radiographic testing uses X-rays or gamma rays to reveal internal weld defects without damaging the pipe.

Question 2

A BGE inspector finds a gas service line with coating disbondment but no visible corrosion. What is the appropriate action?

Accepted Answer

Document and schedule repair of the coating

Answer

Coating disbondment creates conditions for future corrosion and must be documented and repaired even before corrosion appears.

Question 3

What does a 'hold point' in a quality control inspection plan require?

Accepted Answer

Work must stop until the inspector approves before proceeding

Answer

A hold point is a mandatory pause in construction or repair where work cannot continue until an authorized inspector reviews and approves the work.

Question 4

When inspecting an electric transmission tower, what condition would most urgently require immediate escalation?

Accepted Answer

Cracked or missing insulators on an energized line

Answer

Cracked or missing insulators on energized transmission lines present an immediate risk of flashover, fault, and potential public safety hazard.

Question 5

Which document records the as-built conditions of a utility installation and is required for regulatory compliance?

Accepted Answer

Red-line or as-built drawing

Answer

Red-line or as-built drawings document the actual installed conditions, including any field changes from the original design, and are required for utility records.

(BGE) Baltimore Gas and Electric Practice Test

(BGE) Baltimore Gas and Electric Practice Test

BGE Inspection & Quality Control 2