External visual inspection intervals can be established by using: - correct answers API RP 580
The following is not considered an acceptable
non-welding repair: - correct answers A glued patch
Identfying integrity operating envelopes for key process variables is an important adjunct for: - correct
answers Risk-based inspection
A corrosion specialist is: - correct answers A person acceptable to the owner/user who is knowledgeable
and experienced in the specific process chemistry and corrosion mechanisms
The required thickness of a pipe shall be: - correct answers The pressure design thickness without
corrosion allowance
For in-service weldments: - correct answers It may not be appropriate to use the original construction
code radiography acceptance criteria
Nonmetallic composite pipe wraps: - correct answers may be used for temporary repairs of locally
thinned areas of piping
How do you evaluate the effects of fire damage on a piping system - correct answers Utilizing API 579
Fitness for Service
Structural minimum thickness is the: - correct answers minimum thickness based on design code
calculations for pressure without corrosion allowance
An item that is not in accordance with specified codes, standards or other requirements is known as: -
correct answers non-conformance
For high temperature thickness measurements, what is the most important component of the thickness
testing equipment? - correct answers The search unit
, During pressure testing, owner/users are cautioned not to exceed what value for materials that may be
used in elevated temperature service? - correct answers 90% of SMYS
In accordance with API 570, NDE examinations shall be scheduled at intervals that consider the: - correct
answers Type of damage and rate of progression
How can laminar inclusions affect thickness readings in digital ultrasonic instruments? - correct answers
By creating an interface that reflects the signal before it reaches the back wall
Per API 570, which of the following is an a example of subsurface cracking? - correct answers hydrogen-
induced cracking
Above what temperature should appropriate temperature correction factors be applied to ultrasonic
thickness measurements? - correct answers 150 degrees F (65 degrees celcius)
According to API 570, when developing an inspection plan, the methods and extent of NDE: - correct
answers shall be evaluated to assure they can adequately identify the damage mechanisms
The best search units for conducting corrosion evaluation are: - correct answers Dual-element
transducers
A methodology whereby flaws and conditions contained within piping systems are assessed in order to
determine the structural integrity of the piping for continued service is referred to as: - correct answers
Fitness for service evaluation
A complex listing and description of piping damage mechanisms experienced in the refining industry is
included in: - correct answers API RP 571
For testing of Category D piping sytems, ASME B 31.3 limits the gauge pressure to be used for testing to:
- correct answers Max design pressure
Which of the following standards provides guidance for the visual examination of FRP components
during initial manufacturing and assembly? - correct answers ASTM D5263
The following is not considered an acceptable
non-welding repair: - correct answers A glued patch
Identfying integrity operating envelopes for key process variables is an important adjunct for: - correct
answers Risk-based inspection
A corrosion specialist is: - correct answers A person acceptable to the owner/user who is knowledgeable
and experienced in the specific process chemistry and corrosion mechanisms
The required thickness of a pipe shall be: - correct answers The pressure design thickness without
corrosion allowance
For in-service weldments: - correct answers It may not be appropriate to use the original construction
code radiography acceptance criteria
Nonmetallic composite pipe wraps: - correct answers may be used for temporary repairs of locally
thinned areas of piping
How do you evaluate the effects of fire damage on a piping system - correct answers Utilizing API 579
Fitness for Service
Structural minimum thickness is the: - correct answers minimum thickness based on design code
calculations for pressure without corrosion allowance
An item that is not in accordance with specified codes, standards or other requirements is known as: -
correct answers non-conformance
For high temperature thickness measurements, what is the most important component of the thickness
testing equipment? - correct answers The search unit
, During pressure testing, owner/users are cautioned not to exceed what value for materials that may be
used in elevated temperature service? - correct answers 90% of SMYS
In accordance with API 570, NDE examinations shall be scheduled at intervals that consider the: - correct
answers Type of damage and rate of progression
How can laminar inclusions affect thickness readings in digital ultrasonic instruments? - correct answers
By creating an interface that reflects the signal before it reaches the back wall
Per API 570, which of the following is an a example of subsurface cracking? - correct answers hydrogen-
induced cracking
Above what temperature should appropriate temperature correction factors be applied to ultrasonic
thickness measurements? - correct answers 150 degrees F (65 degrees celcius)
According to API 570, when developing an inspection plan, the methods and extent of NDE: - correct
answers shall be evaluated to assure they can adequately identify the damage mechanisms
The best search units for conducting corrosion evaluation are: - correct answers Dual-element
transducers
A methodology whereby flaws and conditions contained within piping systems are assessed in order to
determine the structural integrity of the piping for continued service is referred to as: - correct answers
Fitness for service evaluation
A complex listing and description of piping damage mechanisms experienced in the refining industry is
included in: - correct answers API RP 571
For testing of Category D piping sytems, ASME B 31.3 limits the gauge pressure to be used for testing to:
- correct answers Max design pressure
Which of the following standards provides guidance for the visual examination of FRP components
during initial manufacturing and assembly? - correct answers ASTM D5263
