Specialist TSCS 1.4 API 580/API 581

Risk Based Inspection Practitioner

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Program Details

  • Duration 4 Days
  • Schedule 01 Oct 2026 - 04 Oct 2026
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Program Overview

COURSE DESCRIPTION

This course will provide inspectors and analysts with advanced knowledge and skills in Risk-Based Inspection (RBI) based on the framework defined in API RP 580 and in-depth understanding of the calculations performed according to the API RP 581 for fixed equipment and piping.

The course covers both the principles and guidelines for developing an RBI program, as per API RP 580, as well as details of quantitative methods and calculation details as given in API RP 581. Other than that, this enables the participants to understand the safety and economic benefits of RBI implementation in refining and process industries.

It enables the participants to understand the calculation background and principles and help them use the results of an RBI analysis in optimal way. It also covers the standards development and technology improvements and help understand the links to other topics that are dealing with risk and safety in the plant operation. The course material is covering the latest editions of both API 580 and 581.

 

WHAT WOULD YOU GET?

This course also prepares delegates for DOUBLE certification exams:

  • TUV / TSCS 1.4 CERTIFIED RISK BASED INSPECTION PRACTITIONER (API 580/581)
  • API CERTIFICATION PREPARATION PROGRAMME

 

COURSE OBJECTIVE

  • Provide basic understanding of the RBI process for the fixed equipment and piping in refining and process industries, as well as approaches to its implementation.
  • Provide in-depth, in-detail knowledge and understanding of the both qualitative and quantitative approaches in the RBI
  • Know how to utilize this knowledge for inspection planning and as
  • input for condition assessment of the equipment.

 

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

  • Refining and Petrochemical Engineers & Inspectors; Individuals who are responsible for implementing risk-based inspection programs within the company or plant facility;
  • Plant Engineers, Non-Destructive Testing Engineers, Materials & Corrosion Engineers;
  • Plant Inspectors responsible for managing the integrity of ageing process equipment, pipelines, boilers and storage tanks;
  • Maintenance personnel, operations supervisors, and process specialists who are expected to make decisions regarding the suitability of equipment for continued service;
  • Engineers and inspection personnel from the pulp and paper, oil and natural gas, and chemical industries may also find the course beneficial. A working knowledge of basic equipment is recommended.

Note:

No required class pre-requisites. However, if you wish to pursue the API Certification Exam, a minimal years of experience on subject matter is required depending on your educational qualifications. Please refer to the Exam Qualification Requirements at: www.api.org/icp

 

COURSE DURATION

5 Days Training


DAILY SCHEDULE

9:00am-5:00pm (Workshop)


ITEMS TO BRING

  • Calculator
  • Laptop
  • Lots of Questions
  • A “CAN-DO” Attitude
  • Codes / Standards (in soft / hard copy)
  • API 580 (latest edition)
  • API 581 (Optional)

 

Our Trainer

Our trainer has more than 20 years of work in research and industrial projects, as well as training activities especially in Risk-based Inspections, Damage Mechanism Assessments and Fitness for Service for Power Plants and Oil & Gas Facilities. Participated or led more than 20 EU funded projects, and participated in a number of national projects in the area of material research and education abroad. 

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