API RP 581 - 3rd Ed.2016 - Add.2-2020 - Risk-Based Inspection Methodology

2.A-10 API RECOMMENDED PRACTICE 581
Table 2.A.8—Mechanical Integrity (Continued)
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Questions
Has the maximum allowable working pressure (MAWP) been established for all piping
systems, using applicable codes and current operating conditions?
Are the MAWP calculations updated after each thickness measurement, using the
latest wall thickness and corrosion rate?
Is there a written procedure that requires an appropriate level of review and
authorization prior to any changes in inspection frequencies or methods and testing
procedures?
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Have adequate inspection checklists been developed and are they being used? 3
Are they periodically reviewed and updated as equipment or processes change? 2
Are all inspections, tests, and repairs performed on the process equipment being
promptly documented?
Does the documentation include all of the following information? 3
a. The date of the inspection.
b. The name of the person who performed the inspection.
c. Identification of the equipment inspected.
d. A description of the inspection or testing.
e. The results of the inspection.
f. All recommendations resulting from the inspection.
g. A date and description of all maintenance performed.
Is there a written procedure requiring that all process equipment deficiencies identified
during an inspection be corrected in a safe and timely manner and are they tracked
and followed up to assure completion?
a. Is a system used to help determine priorities for action? 1
b. If defects are noted, are decisions to continue to operate the equipment based on
sound engineering assessments of fitness-for-service?
Is there a complete, up-to-date, central file for all inspection program information and
reports?
Is this file information available to everyone who works with the process? 2
Have all employees involved in maintaining and inspecting the process equipment
been trained in an overview of the process and its hazards?
Have all employees involved in maintaining and inspecting the process equipment
been trained in all procedures applicable to their job tasks to ensure that they can
perform the job tasks in a safe and effective manner?
At completion of the training described above, are formal methods used to verify that
the employee understands what he was trained on?
Are inspectors certified for performance in accordance with applicable industry codes
and standards (e.g. API 510, 570, and 653)?
Are training programs conducted for contractors’ employees where special skills or
techniques unique to the unit or plant are required for these employees to perform the
job safely?
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