Aboveground Storage Tank Inspector API 653

Overview

Introduction:

This program is designed to prepare participants for the certification exam only.

The role of an aboveground storage tank inspector involves ensuring the integrity and safety of storage tanks used in various industries, focusing on regular inspections, maintenance, and compliance with industry standards to prevent environmental hazards and operational failures. This training program is designed to prepare participants for inspecting aboveground storage tanks (ASTs) in compliance with API 653 standards. It covers essential aspects of tank inspection, repair, alteration, and reconstruction, focusing on safety, compliance, and integrity management.

Program Objectives:

By the end of this program, participants will be able to:

Explore the principles and requirements of API 653.
Perform inspections and assessments of aboveground storage tanks.
Identify and evaluate common tank defects and damage mechanisms.
Recommend repairs, alterations, and reconstruction methods.
Prepare effectively for the API 653 certification exam.

Target Audience:

Tank Inspectors.
Maintenance Engineers.
Quality Control and Assurance Professionals.
Safety and Compliance Officers.
Professionals preparing for API 653 certification.

Program Outline:

Unit 1:

Introduction to API 653 Standards and Requirements:

Overview of API 653 and its scope.
Key definitions, terms, and principles.
Types of aboveground storage tanks and their applications.
Regulatory requirements and compliance considerations.
Roles and responsibilities of tank inspectors.

Unit 2:

Inspection Procedures and Techniques:

Types of inspections (internal, external, routine, and formal).
Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) methods for tank inspections.
Inspection intervals and criteria for evaluating tank integrity.
Data collection and documentation during inspections.
Safety protocols during inspection activities.

Unit 3:

Damage Mechanisms and Defect Evaluation:

Common damage mechanisms affecting ASTs (corrosion, cracking, settlement).
Assessing tank bottom, shell, roof, and appurtenances.
Evaluating structural integrity and fitness-for-service.
Identifying and categorizing defects.
Case studies on damage assessment.

Unit 4:

Repair, Alteration, and Reconstruction of ASTs:

API 653 requirements for repairs and alterations.
Methods for repairing tank shells, bottoms, and roofs.
Welding procedures and material considerations.
Reconstruction practices and documentation.
Ensuring compliance with repair standards.

Unit 5:

Certification Exam Preparation:

Overview of API 653 exam structure and requirements.
Key topics and concepts covered in the exam.
Study Techniques and Exam Strategies.
Sample Questions and their Potential Answers.