PMI Field Workflow

From job pack review to signed reports — a practical PMI program for inspectors.

Intermediate25 min

Workflow steps

1. Review isometric / line list / MTR requirements
2. Verify instrument calibration and check samples
3. Clean test surface (remove paint, scale if policy allows)
4. Select alloy mode and collimator size
5. Measure — capture GPS, photo, and timestamp
6. Compare to spec — Grade ID or element limits
7. Flag failures and escalate to lab if needed
8. Export PDF report with operator ID

Pro tips

- Always record where on the component you tested
- For welds, test parent metal and HAZ separately
- Use our [PMI Checklist](/en/pmi-checklist) in the field

[Glossary: PMI](/en/glossary/pmi) · [What is PMI?](/en/knowledge/what-is-pmi)

Topics covered

Job preparation
Measurement technique
Reporting

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Knowledge Check

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What should you verify before starting a PMI shift?

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