About this Training
Risk-Based Inspection (RBI) is a powerful methodology that prioritizes inspection activities based on risk rather than fixed intervals, optimizing resource allocation and improving asset reliability. This course introduces the principles of API 580 and provides hands-on application of API 581 quantitative methods. Participants will learn how to establish an RBI framework, calculate probability and consequence of failure, and develop optimized inspection plans.
The course emphasizes integrating RBI into asset integrity programs, balancing safety, cost, and reliability. Attendees will gain insights into risk modeling, criticality assessment, and decision-making tools to focus inspection efforts where they are most needed.
Through practical workshops and software-based exercises, participants will learn how to use RBI to extend inspection intervals, reduce unplanned shutdowns, and comply with regulatory requirements. This knowledge supports organizations in achieving operational excellence and risk reduction.
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Understand API 580 principles and the risk-based approach to inspection planning.
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Apply API 581 quantitative methods to calculate risk and failure probabilities.
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Develop and implement risk-based inspection strategies to optimize asset integrity.
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Integrate RBI outcomes with maintenance and reliability programs.
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Evaluate case studies to support risk-informed decision-making.
This course is tailored for asset integrity, inspection, and risk management professionals. Typical attendees include: Inspection Engineers, Integrity Engineers, RBI Analysts, Reliability Engineers, Maintenance Engineers, Risk Managers, and Plant Managers. It is also valuable for regulatory compliance officers and those responsible for balancing cost efficiency with operational safety.
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- Intermediate
Training is delivered through instructor-led presentations, risk assessment exercises, and case studies. Participants will work on sample RBI problems using API 581 methodologies to apply their knowledge directly to real-world situations.
Your expert course leader is a seasoned materials and corrosion engineer with extensive experience in process plant construction and maintenance. He has worked for prestigious organizations such as Shell Chemicals and Det Norske Veritas. He specializes in process piping and pressure vessel design, risk-based inspections, and corrosion failure analysis. He has been conducting professional training courses since 2005, making him an authority on ASME and API standards.
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Q1. What is Risk-Based Inspection?
Risk-Based Inspection (RBI) is a structured approach to prioritize inspection resources based on risk, rather than fixed time intervals. It combines the probability of failure with the consequence of failure to define inspection strategies.
Q2. What is the difference between API 580 and API 581?
API 580 outlines the principles and guidelines for implementing RBI, while API 581 provides the quantitative methods and formulas to calculate risk values. Together, they enable both qualitative and quantitative RBI programs.
Q3. What are the key benefits of RBI?
RBI improves safety by focusing on high-risk equipment, reduces unnecessary inspections, extends inspection intervals, and optimizes resource allocation. It also aligns inspection programs with regulatory compliance.
Q4. What data is required to perform RBI?
RBI requires process conditions, material properties, historical inspection data, damage mechanisms, and failure history. Reliable data is crucial for accurate risk calculations.
Q5. What challenges are common in RBI implementation?
Challenges include data gaps, lack of expertise, resistance to change, and the cost of software tools. Successful RBI requires commitment to data quality and cross-disciplinary collaboration.
Q6. How does RBI integrate with asset integrity management?
RBI is a core component of integrity programs, helping operators decide where, when, and how to inspect. It complements corrosion studies, FFS assessments, and maintenance planning.
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