LAC 43:XIII.1315
LAC 43:XIII.1315. Preparation for Welding [49 CFR 192.235]
Cite as La. Admin. Code tit. 43, pt. XIII, § 1315
A. Before beginning any welding, the welding surfaces must be clean and free of any material that may be detrimental to the weld, and the pipe or component must be aligned to provide the most favorable condition for depositing the root bead. This alignment must be preserved while the root bead is being deposited. [49 CFR 192.235]