API RP 5L8 (R2015) PDF

Covers the qualification of inspection personnel, a description of inspection methods, and apparatus calibration and standardization procedures for various inspection methods. The evaluation of imperfections and marking of inspected new line pipe are included. Also included are recommended procedures for field inspection and testing of new plain-end line pipe. This document was prepared specifically to address the practices and technology used in field inspection of line pipe, and certain parts are not suitable or appropriate for mill inspections.