When checking for excessive porosity, what is a required action for weld acceptance?

When evaluating excessive porosity in a weld, a critical action for meeting acceptance criteria is to remove the areas with porosity and replace them with sound weld material. Porosity can significantly compromise the structural integrity of a weld, leading to weaknesses that could result in failure under load or stress.

By removing the porosity, you ensure that the weld meets the necessary quality standards and provides a reliable connection. Simply documenting the porosity or increasing the diameter of the weld does not address the fundamental issue of integrity. Notifying the engineer might be considered a protocol step, but it does not rectify the poor quality of the weld itself. Thus, the appropriate action is to remove any porosity and replace it with a sound weld to ensure safety and compliance with welding standards.