This program is intended for qualified the API inspector in turnaround.
- Conducting inspections of assigned equipment, pipelines, and other components to ensure they meet regulatory standards, industry codes (such as API standards), and company requirements.
- Review and interpret non-destructive testing (NDT) results to assess the condition of equipment.
- Communicating inspection findings and recommendations to stakeholders clearly and effectively
- Documenting inspection results, findings, and recommendations accurately.
- In case of equipment failures, propose accurate corrective actions based on regulatory standards, and international codes.
Valid Certifications
- Confined space
- API 510 and API 570
- NACE CIP1: Coating inspector (options)
- CSWIP BGAS (Option)
Experiences
- At least 3 years working in field API inspector
- Worked as API inspector during T/A at least 1 time
Personal Attributes
- High accountable
- Collaborative & Teamwork
- Effective communication
General Knowledge of Static Equipment
- Know all components of equipment (Pressure vessel, Heat exchanger, column)
Basic Knowledge Nondestructive Examination (ASME V)
- Ale to interpret NDE Result (MT, PT, UTM, RT profile)
- Know the advantage & limitation on each NDE method (MT, PT, UTM, ECT, IRIS, RT optional)
In-Service Inspection & Inspection Pratices for Pressure Vessel (Refer code API510 & API572)
- Understand calculation sheet and able to calculate require thickness, corrosion rate & remaining life.
- Able to issue IVR (anomaly finding) report and repair procedure.
Damge Mechaisms Affecting Equipment (Refer API571)
- Understand basic failure mode and damage mechanisms
Repair of Pressure Equipment (Refer ASME PCC-1, 2)
- Able to recommend repair equipment (plug tube, weld repair, component replacement)
- Able to issue repair procedure and recommend appropriate inspection technique
Welding process, Inspection and Metallurgy (Refer API577 & ASME IX)
- Able to recommend appropriate welding process and welding consumable.
- Able to review WPS & welding qualified.
Exam duration
8.30 – 9.00 : Vision test
9.00 – 12.00 : Theoretical exam (50 Point)
13.30 – 17.00 : Interview (50 Point)
Criteria
Qualified person shall meet a total score of at least 70 points and score 50% on each section.
Required documents
Submit highlight inspection reports
Re-Exam
Can take the exam for only the part that is not passed 1 time. If you do not pass the exam again, you must take the exam all over again.
Renewed of Licenses
The license expires within 3 years, interview are required.