The course is based on API RP 580 Risk-Based Inspection and API Publication 581, Base Resource Document. The course first explains feasible means and alternatives for achieving a successful RBI program without undue complications. This course deals with RBI framework and methodology in a simple straight forward manner to establish and implement a risk-based inspection program best suited for the company objectives.

Its utility is based on the premise that a few vital equipments in a process plant contribute a majority of the risk. Consequently, if these few equipments can be identified, then testing and inspection can be focused on them rather than several low-risk items. RBI helps to prioritize their equipment for inspection, optimize inspection methods and frequencies, and develop effective inspection plan commensurate with the risk contribution and equipment condition.

The course is focused on methodology of actual implementation of RBI in Oil and Gas industry. It covers advanced knowledge of RBI implementation in addition to the knowledge required for passing the Certification Examination. The candidates should possess at least one certification out of API 510, API 570 or API 653 certifications.

With Mr. Uday Kale’s extensive involvements in the facilities inspection, as well as his practical coaching and mentoring approaches, this course not only prepare the candidates to pass API 580 examination with confident, it will also advance the helps the participants broaden the technical knowledge base in order to avoid unplanned shutdown and reduce expenses!

Day 1

• Bench Mark Quiz 
• Introduction to RBI 
• Introduction To API 580
• API 580 Section 1 : Scope and Applications 
• API 580 Section 3 : Important Definitions 
• API 580 Section 4 : Basic Risk Assessment Concepts
  • What is Risk
  • Risk Management and Risk Reduction
  • The evolution of Inspection Interval and Due dates
  • Overview of Risk Analysis
  • Inspection Optimization
  • Relative Risk VS Absolute Risk
• API 580 Section 5 : Introduction to Risk Based Inspection
  • Key Elements of RBI Program
  • Consequence and Probability for RBI
  • Types of RBI Assessment 
• API 581 Edition 2000 - Case Study on Qualitative Analysis

Day 2

• API 580 Section 5 : Introduction to Risk Based Inspection (continued) 
  • Precision VS Accuracy
  • Understanding how RBI can help to manage operating Risk
  • Management of Risk
  • Relationship between RBI and other Risk Based and Safety Initiatives
  • Relationship between Jurisdictional requirement
• API 580 Section 6 : Planning the RBI Assessment 
  • Getting Started
  • Establishing Objectives and Goals of RBI
  • Initial Screening
  • Establishing Operating Boundaries
  • Selecting a type of RBI
  • Estimating Resources and Time required
• API 581 – 2016 - Part 1 – Inspection Planning using API RBI Technology 
  • Probability of Failure
    • Generic Failure Frequency
    • Management Systems Factor
    • Damage Factors
  • Consequence of Failure
    • Level 1 Analysis
    • Level 2 Analysis
  • Risk Analysis
    • Determination of Risk
    • Risk Matrix
  • Inspection Planning Based on Risk Analysis
    • Risk Target
    • Inspection Effectiveness
    • Inspection Planning
• API 581-2016 – Part 2 – Determination of Probability of Failure in an API RBI Assessment 
  • Determination of Probability of Failure
  • Damage Factor Combination for Multiple Damage Mechanisms
  • Inspection Effectiveness Category
  • THINNING DAMAGE FACTOR
  • SCC DAMAGE FACTOR – CAUSTIC CRACKING
  • SCC DAMAGE FACTOR – SULFIDE STRESS CRACKING
  • SCC DAMAGE FACTOR – HIC/SOHIC-H2S
  • SCC DAMAGE FACTOR – CLSCC
  • CUI DAMAGE FACTOR – FERRITIC COMPONENT
  • PIPING MECHANICAL FATIGUE DAMAGE FACTOR
  • HTHA DAMAGE FACTOR
• Case Studies and Discussions on Probability of Failure

Day 3

• Case Studies and Discussions on Probability of Failure (continued) 
• API 580 Section 7 : Data and Information Collection for RBI Assessment 
  • RBI Data needs
  • Data Quality
  • Codes and Standards – National and International
  • Sources of Site-specific Data and Information

1. API 580 Section 8 : Damage Mechanism and Failure Modes 
   • Damage Mechanisms
   • Failure Modes
   • Accumulated Damage
2. API 580 Section 9 : Assessing Probability of Failure 
   • Unit Measure of Probability Analysis
   • Types of Probability Analysis
   • Determination of POF

Day 4

• API 581- 2016 -Part 3 Consequence of Failure 
  • Consequence Analysis – Level 1
    • Determine Representative Fluid and Associated Properties
    • Release Hole Size Selection
    • Release Rate Calculations
    • Estimate the Fluid Inventory Available for Release
    • Determine the Release Type ( Continuous or Instantaneous)
    • Estimate the Impact of Detection and Isolation Systems on Release Magnitude
    • Determine the Release Rate and Mass for Consequence Analysis
    • Determine Flammable and Explosive Consequences
    • Determine Toxic Consequences
    • Determine Non Toxic, Non Flammable Consequences
    • Determine the Component Damage and Personnel injury Consequence Areas and Final Consequence Areas
    • Determine the Financial Consequences
• Case Studies and Discussions on Consequence Analysis – Level 1
• API 580 Section 10 : Assessing Consequence of Failure 
  • Types of Consequence Analysis
  • Unit Measure of Consequence Analysis
  • Consequence effect Categories
  • Determination of Consequence
• API 580 Section 11 : Risk Determination, Assessment and Management 
  • Determination of Risk
  • Risk Management Decisions and Acceptable Level of Risk
  • Risk Presentation
  • Risk Management

Day 5

• API 580 Section 12: Risk Management with Inspection Activities 
  • Managing Risk by Reducing Uncertainty Through Inspection
  • Identifying Risk Management Opportunities from RBI Results
  • Establishing an Inspection Strategy Based on Risk Assessment
  • Managing Risk with Inspection Activities
  • Managing Inspection Costs with RBI
  • Assessing Inspection Results and Determining Corrective Action
  • Achieving Lowest Life Cycle Costs with RBI
• API 580 Section 13: Other Risk Management Activities 
• API 580 Section 14: Reassessment and Updating RBI 
  • RBI Reassessments
  • Why Conduct an RBI Reassessment?
  • When to Conduct an RBI Reassessment
• API 580 Section 15 : Roles, Responsibilities , Training and Qualifications 
  • Team Approach
  • Team Members , Roles and Responsibilities
  • Training and Qualifications for RBI Application
• API 580 Section 16 : RBI Documentation and Record Keeping
• API 580 Section 17 : Summary of Risk Based Inspection Pitfalls 
• Discussion