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BFJA Microcredential Level 2

ASME’s Bolted Flange Joint Assembly (BJFA) Program provides formal On Demand training fostering a deeper understanding of topics and concepts defined in ASME PCC-1 Appendix A. There are four levels of training required for an assembler to meet the intent of the standard’s requirements. An ASME digital microcredential is awarded at the completion of each level. These are issued to individuals involved in the assembly and maintenance of bolted flange joints for those in job roles such as piping engineers, maintenance technicians, quality assurance/control personnel, pipefitters, boilermakers, inspection engineers, bolted flange joint inspectors, welders and safety professionals. The skills earned are detailed below:

Level 2: The individual should be able to perform general pre-assembly activities of bolted flange joints such as cleaning and inspection, and assembly activities such as gasket and bolt installation, alignment, and manual torque tightening. Note: this level is a pre-requisite for Level 3.

Skills / Knowledge

  • ASME PCC-1 Guidelines Understanding
  • Level 2 Bolting Assembler roles and responsibilities
  • Proper identification of bolted flange joints assembly procedures
  • Bolt component inspection
  • Gasket installation
  • Tread lubricant purpose and effect
  • Manual torque tightening techniques
  • Assembly of flanges