This standard establishes the minimum requirements necessary to qualify as a Welding Fabricator. The qualification is determined based on an examination of the implementation of the fabricator's quality manual to verify compliance to the requirements defined in this specification. This document also defines the Welding Fabricator's functions and lists the minimum reference materials that the Welding Fabricator should possess. This specification does not cover weldment design or nonwelding related fabrication processes, such as bolting and coatings. It does not address safety issues associated with welding.