Vendor Inspection & Supplier Quality Surveillance Training Course

Name: Vendor Inspection Training Course | NTIA
Price: 900 EUR
Availability: InStock

Categories Inspection, Upcoming & Ongoing

Professional

5hr 30min

Guided Learning Path

Why take this course?

In vendor inspection, your report is your product — the ultimate reflection of your competence and credibility. A well-structured report ensures client satisfaction, smooth project approval, and repeat work.

Unclear or non-compliant reports, on the other hand, can lead to delays, rejections, and lost opportunities.
This course equips you with the exact methods, structure, and language to produce clear, compliant, and audit-ready reports — every single time.

What you'll learn

Master every stage of vendor report writing through practical, real-world examples:

Report Structure Fundamentals
Organize technical data logically and clearly — ensuring traceability and compliance.
Referencing Project Documentation
Correctly reference ITPs, POs, drawings, codes, and client specifications.
Writing Technical Observations
Craft accurate, objective, and client-friendly statements for both conformities and non-conformities.
Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) Sections
Document HSE findings confidently, aligned with industry reporting standards.
Photos, Punch Lists & Attachments
Capture, label, and include evidence effectively — without overloading your report.
Common Mistakes & How to Fix Them
Learn from real examples of failed reports and see how to improve them.
Final Review & Summary Techniques
Write concise, professional conclusions that minimize client queries.
Supporting Tools & Templates
Get familiar with NCRs, IRCs, MOMs, and Record Books used in real vendor inspections.

About the course

This course provides a complete guide to professional vendor inspection reporting, designed by senior inspectors and QA/QC experts.
You’ll gain both theoretical understanding and practical tools to deliver consistent, audit-ready documentation across global projects.

Who This Course Is For

This program is ideal for professionals involved in:

Vendor surveillance and third-party inspection
QA/QC, NDT, and supplier quality control
Fabrication, piping, or pressure vessel manufacturing
EPC or asset integrity projects
Those seeking alignment with international inspection standards
Engineers transitioning to global inspection assignments

Training Options

1. Self-Paced e-Learning – Study at your own pace with interactive modules and practical examples.

2. Instructor-Led Training – Join a live, expert-guided session for direct mentoring and Q&A.

Which training method do you prefer?

Course Curriculum

01. Introduction

Part 01

02. Concepts & Terms

03. Common Standards

04. Roles and Responsibilities

05. Vendor Inspection and Testing Types

Pre-Inspection Meeting Overview
5.1.1 Raw Material & Mechanical Verification Tests – Part 01
5.1.2 Raw Material & Mechanical Verification Tests – Part 02
5.1.3 Raw Material & Mechanical Verification Tests – Part 03
5.2 Lifting Test
5.3.1 Destructive Testing
5.3.2 Destructive Testing
5.4.1 Visual & NDT – Visual Testing
5.4.2 Visual & NDT – Dye Penetrant Test
5.4.3 Visual & NDT – Magnetic Particle Test
5.4.4 Visual & NDT – Ultrasonic Testing
5.4.5 Visual & NDT – Radiographic Testing
5.4.6 Visual & NDT – PMI
5.5.1 Fabrication & Welding – Cutting & Machining
5.5.2 Fabrication & Welding – Fit-Up
5.5.3 Fabrication & Welding – Welding
5.5.4 Fabrication & Welding – PWHT
5.6.1 Corrosion Protection – Coating
5.6.2 Corrosion Protection – Painting – Part 01
5.6.3 Corrosion Protection – Painting – Part 02
5.7.1 Pressure Tests – Part 01
5.7.2 Pressure Tests – Part 02
5.8 Rotary Equipment
5.9.1 Electrical & Instrumental (E&I) – Electrical
5.9.2 Electrical & Instrumental (E&I) – Instrumental
5.10.1 Final Tests – MCCR & FAT
5.10.2 Final Tests – Final Inspection
5.10.3 Final Tests – Review Final Documents
5.10.4 Final Tests – Packing and Preservation & Loading, Shipment, and Fastening

06. Vendor Inspection Documents

Inspection Document Categories
6.1.1 Documents Given by Assignments – Part 01
6.1.2 Documents Given by Assignments – Part 02
6.2.1 Drawings – Part 01
6.2.2 Drawings – Part 02
6.3 Material
6.4 Welding
6.5 Deviations
6.6 Test Stages
6.7.1 Final Stage – Part 01
6.7.2 Final Stage – Part 02
6.7.3 Final Stage – Part 03

07. Inspection Tools and Equipment

Calibration
7.1 Pressure Tests
7.2 Temperature Tests
7.3 Lifting Test
7.4 Visual Inspection and Dimensional Check
7.5 Welding Inspection
7.6 Painting Inspection
7.7 Dye Penetrant Test Kit
7.8 Magnetic Particle Test Kit
7.9 Ultrasonic Test Tools
7.10 Radiographic Test Tools
7.11 PMI Tools
7.12 Hardness Test Tools
7.13 Electrical Test Tools

08. HSE in Vendor Inspection

09. Professional Communications

10. Reporting and Deliverables

Overview
10.1 Report Header Template
10.2 Equipment description
10.3 Reference Documentation
10.4 Production Progress
10.5 Health & Safety
10.6 Details of Inspection
10.7 Measuring Equipment & Calibration
10.8 Areas of concern
10.9 Non-conformance report (NCR) issued
10.10 Status of manufacturer record book (MRB)
10.11 Delivery status
10.12 Inspection schedule
10.13 Photos required
10.14 Attachment
10.15 Time and expense section
10.16 Signature / approval section
Daily Flash Report (DFR)
Punch List
Inspection Release Certificate (IRC)
Document Review Comment Sheet

11. Real Scenarios & Equipment Risk Assessment

Different Scenarios and Equipment Risk Assessment
11.1 Process Piping
11.2 Industrial Valves
11.3 Pressure Vessels
11.4 Steel Structures
11.5 Risers and Pipeline
11.6 Drilling Tubes
11.7 Flow Meters
11.8 Electrical Panels
11.9 Umbilical Systems
11.10 Rotary Equipment
11.11 Skids & Unites
11.12 Subsea Equipment

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Pedro Gómez

6 months ago

Really nice course. Straight to the point, no blah blah. Gave me exactly what I needed for my work. Cheers!

Isabelle Martin

6 months ago

Super useful course! The instructors actually know what happens on real inspection sites, not just theory. I’ve already applied a few things at work.

Miguel Castillo

6 months ago

A good course, but it could benefit from more field-based exercises. Coming from a hands-on inspection background, I prefer training that feels more practical. Still, the documentation and reporting section was truly helpful

Dela Cruz

6 months ago

It was my first training in this area, and honestly, I didn’t expect it to be so engaging. The real-world examples helped me understand how vendor inspections actually work, beyond the theory. A good blend of technical and operational content!

Magnus Lindström

6 months ago

The Vendor Inspection Training was well-structured and to the point. It gave a solid overview of procedures and practical tips that I’ve already started applying in my day-to-day work.

Sigrid Solberg

6 months ago

I genuinely enjoyed the Vendor Inspection Training course. It was clear, practical, and well-structured. The real-world examples helped me connect theory to actual inspection scenarios, which made a huge difference. Highly recommended for anyone working in procurement or QA!

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Duration

Total

165 students

Course Level

Intermediate

Language

English

Course Status

Available

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Vendor Inspection & Supplier Quality Surveillance Training Course

Guided Learning Path

Why take this course?

What you'll learn

About the course

Who This Course Is For

Training Options

Which training method do you prefer?

Course Curriculum

01. Introduction

Part 01

02. Concepts & Terms

Part 01

Part 02

03. Common Standards

Part 01

Part 02

Part 03

04. Roles and Responsibilities

Part 01

05. Vendor Inspection and Testing Types

Pre-Inspection Meeting Overview

5.1.1 Raw Material & Mechanical Verification Tests – Part 01

5.1.2 Raw Material & Mechanical Verification Tests – Part 02

5.1.3 Raw Material & Mechanical Verification Tests – Part 03

5.2 Lifting Test

5.3.1 Destructive Testing

5.3.2 Destructive Testing

5.4.1 Visual & NDT – Visual Testing

5.4.2 Visual & NDT – Dye Penetrant Test

5.4.3 Visual & NDT – Magnetic Particle Test

5.4.4 Visual & NDT – Ultrasonic Testing

5.4.5 Visual & NDT – Radiographic Testing

5.4.6 Visual & NDT – PMI

5.5.1 Fabrication & Welding – Cutting & Machining

5.5.2 Fabrication & Welding – Fit-Up

5.5.3 Fabrication & Welding – Welding

5.5.4 Fabrication & Welding – PWHT

5.6.1 Corrosion Protection – Coating

5.6.2 Corrosion Protection – Painting – Part 01

5.6.3 Corrosion Protection – Painting – Part 02

5.7.1 Pressure Tests – Part 01

5.7.2 Pressure Tests – Part 02

5.8 Rotary Equipment

5.9.1 Electrical & Instrumental (E&I) – Electrical

5.9.2 Electrical & Instrumental (E&I) – Instrumental

5.10.1 Final Tests – MCCR & FAT

5.10.2 Final Tests – Final Inspection

5.10.3 Final Tests – Review Final Documents

5.10.4 Final Tests – Packing and Preservation & Loading, Shipment, and Fastening

06. Vendor Inspection Documents

Inspection Document Categories

6.1.1 Documents Given by Assignments – Part 01

6.1.2 Documents Given by Assignments – Part 02

6.2.1 Drawings – Part 01

6.2.2 Drawings – Part 02

6.3 Material

6.4 Welding

6.5 Deviations

6.6 Test Stages

6.7.1 Final Stage – Part 01

6.7.2 Final Stage – Part 02

6.7.3 Final Stage – Part 03

07. Inspection Tools and Equipment

Calibration

7.1 Pressure Tests

7.2 Temperature Tests

7.3 Lifting Test

7.4 Visual Inspection and Dimensional Check

7.5 Welding Inspection

7.6 Painting Inspection

7.7 Dye Penetrant Test Kit

7.8 Magnetic Particle Test Kit

7.9 Ultrasonic Test Tools

7.10 Radiographic Test Tools

7.11 PMI Tools

7.12 Hardness Test Tools

7.13 Electrical Test Tools

08. HSE in Vendor Inspection

Part 01

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