Course Description
Risk-Based Inspection (RBI) is a holistic process that requires strategic thinking about how equipment is degrading and the potential consequences in the event of a release. API RP 581, Risk-Based Inspection Technology, is the most widely used risk assessment methodology in the refining and petrochemical industries and is becoming more popular with midstream gas plants. This recommended practice is an ANSI-accredited document and represents industry best practices. It is likely the most quantitative RBI methodology available.
In order to maximize the benefits of the API RP 581 technology, it is important for stakeholders to understand the models and relative sensitivities of the inputs, as well as their impact on the calculations/outputs.
This course includes:
- 9.00 CPDs/PDHs (certificate provided upon completion)
- Over 9 hours of on-demand video, including comprehension checks and a final exam
- Access for 90 days upon beginning the course
- Slides are not available for this course
What You’ll Learn
After completing this course, you will understand and appreciate:
- The API RP 581 models
- How to use API RP 581 technology to its maximum potential
- How to deal with special situations that inevitably arise (e.g., CUI special emphasis programs)
- The value of a structured vetting process, and how it can be used to overcome hurdles (e.g., lack of insulation data)
- How to use API RP 581 quantitatively and qualitatively
- How to use the results of the analyses to manage risk most effectively
- How to identify risk drivers
- How to determine the best cost vs. risk reduction strategies
- How to create an inspection strategy using RBI outputs
Requirements
A current copy of API RP 581 (3rd Edition) is required to get the most out of this course. You can find this document at Techstreet or IHS. Although not required for this course, we also recommend that you purchase and familiarize yourself with the API RP 580 (3rd Edition) document, upon which API RP 581 is based. You can find this document at Techstreet or IHS. It will be helpful to have both documents available for reference while taking this course.
Course Outline
- Introduction
- API RP 580
- API RP 581
- POF Analysis
- COF Analysis
- Risk & Inspection Planning
- Updating & Wrap-Up
"Understanding API RP 581 Risk-Based Inspection was an excellent and well-organized course. The instructor did an outstanding job of relaying the information in a very understandable and practical way. I really enjoyed it and was worth every minute of time. Great job!"
- Travis Harrington, Senior Integrity Engineer at Chevron
