Preparing for the Boiler Inspector Training, Paper – 2,

Preparing for the Boiler Inspector Training, Paper – 2, covering Boiler Design, Manufacturing, Materials, Erection, Commissioning, Operation, and Maintenance involves a comprehensive understanding of various topics.

Below are guidelines for each section:

### Boiler Design:

1. All Aspects of Boiler Design:

- Study various boiler designs and their components.

- Understand the principles of efficient and safe design.

### Materials:

1. Classification of Materials:

- Learn how materials are classified for boiler construction.

- Understand the importance of selecting appropriate materials.

2. Basic Metallurgy:

- Study the fundamental metallurgical properties relevant to boiler materials.

- Recognize the impact of metallurgical factors on boiler performance.

3. Weldability of Materials:

- Understand the weldability of materials used in boiler construction.

- Explore the factors influencing successful welding.

### Construction and Workmanship:

1. Welding Processes:

- Study various welding processes (SMAW, GTAW, GMAW, SAW, FCAW, etc.).

- Understand the welding engineering aspects such as joint design and welding symbols.

2. Welding Consumables:

- Learn about the classification of welding consumables.

- Understand the initial and periodic checks on consumables.

3. Heat Treatment:

- Study preheating, post-heating, and post-weld heat treatment.

- Understand criteria for applying heat treatment to different components.

### Destructive Testing:

1. Mechanical Testing:

- Learn about ultimate tensile testing, impact testing, bend test, hardness test, macro, and micro testing of welds.

### Non-destructive Testing:

1. Mandatory NDT Requirements:

- Understand the NDT requirements for various welds.

- Learn about the qualification of NDE personnel.

2. PT - Liquid Penetrant Testing:

- Study principles, materials, procedures, and interpretation of liquid penetrant testing.

3. MT - Magnetic Particle Testing:

- Understand characteristics of magnetic fields, techniques, and interpretation of magnetic particle testing.

4. RT - Radiographic Testing:

- Study principles, techniques, interpretation, and evaluation of radiographic testing.

5. UT - Ultrasonic Testing:

- Understand principles, equipment, calibration, and interpretation of ultrasonic testing.

6. VT - Visual and Optical Testing:

- Learn about visual inspection of welds and measuring instruments.

### Field Installation and Registration:

1. Document Review:

- Understand the review process of boiler parts documentation.

- Verify the qualification of welders, NDE personnel, etc.

2. Inspection during Field Installation:

- Learn inspection procedures for field installation, including weld setups, welding, and NDE.

3. Heat Treatment:

- Understand methods for local heat treatment and controls.

4. Documentation for Registration:

- Familiarize yourself with the documentation required for boiler registration.

### Inspection & Certification:

1. Stages of Inspection:

- Understand the stages of inspection during the manufacture of boiler components.

- Be familiar with different IBR forms and their applicability.

2. Memorandum of Inspection:

- Understand the salient features of the Memorandum of Inspection or Registration Book (Form I).

3. Requirements for Registration:

- Learn the specific requirements for boiler registration.

### Repair and Renewal of Certificate:

1. Procedure for Inspection and Repair:

- Understand the procedures for inspecting and repairing installed boilers and steam pipes.

These guidelines provide a structured approach to preparing for the Boiler Inspector Training Paper – 2. Make sure to refer to the relevant codes and standards as per IBR, 1950, and the Boilers Act, 1923 during your preparation.