8 Questions
Match the following terms with their meanings:
Risk management = Techniques used to achieve objectives of pressure equipment inspection program Process control = Quality of process control and monitoring considered for operating pressure equipment Consequence of failure = Potential outcome of failure when operating pressure equipment Safety principles = Procedures to ensure safety of personnel during pressure equipment inspection
Match the following actions with their requirements:
Departure from standard = Must be justified and fully documented by a competent person Frequency of inspection = Considered for operating pressure equipment at an acceptable level of risk Quality of monitoring = Taken into account when operating pressure equipment Level of safety = Should be no less than that specified in the Standard
Match the following standards with their purposes:
AS/NZS 3788:2006 = Focuses on risk management and risk-based inspection for pressure equipment Appendix B = Provides guidance on risk management techniques Appendix C = Sets down principles and procedures for personnel safety during inspection Special conditions = Cover cases where departure from standard may be necessary
Match the following objectives of in-service inspection with their descriptions:
Promote the safety and health of persons in the workplace and of the public = Objective of in-service inspection to ensure well-being of individuals Comply with occupational health and safety legislation = Objective of in-service inspection to adhere to legal regulations Limit the potential damage to property = Objective of in-service inspection to prevent harm to assets Protect the environment, through the control, reduction or elimination of risk associated with the pressure equipment = Objective of in-service inspection to ensure environmental safety
Match the following terms with their meanings:
AS/NZS 3788:2006 = Standard related to inspection requirements AS/NZS 1200 = List of pressure equipment Standards used in Australia and New Zealand Ms Renu Renu = Individual who purchased the Standard ARL Laboratory Services P/L = Company licensed to use the Standard
Match the following stages of the asset integrity life cycle with their corresponding activities:
Concept = Main decisions affecting ultimate safety are made Design = Design review and verification Material = Examination, marking, and certificate correlation Fabrication = Manufacturing of the pressure equipment
Match the following verification activities with their descriptions:
Verifying that pressure equipment is safe and fit for service under specified operating conditions = Fitness for service assessment Verifying that maintenance, repairs, and alterations maintain the integrity of the pressure equipment = Integrity maintenance verification Indicating repairs, replacements, or alterations needed and assessing remaining safe life of pressure equipment = Remaining life assessment Additional inspections for assessing early performance of new design, material, fabrication, and testing = Early performance assessment
Match the following reasons for additional inspections with their descriptions:
Assessment of early performance of new design, material, fabrication, and testing = Assessing new technology performance Investigation of causes of failure, hazards, reduced performance, or abnormal conditions leading to failure = Failure investigation Determining temporary or long-term actions required for continued safe operation or life commensurate with commercial requirements = Safety action determination Ensuring safe operation by monitoring hazards and abnormal conditions = Safe operation monitoring
Study Notes
Risk Management and Risk-Based Inspection
- Risk management techniques may be used to achieve the objectives of the pressure equipment inspection program.
- Factors to consider when determining the extent and frequency of inspection include the potential consequence of failure, the quality of process control and monitoring, and the level of risk.
Safety
- Principles and procedures for ensuring safety during the inspection of pressure equipment are outlined in Appendix C.
Special Conditions and Variations
- Departures from the Standard may be necessary in special cases, but must be justified and documented by a competent person.
- Any departure from the Standard must provide a level of safety and quality no less than that specified in the Standard.
Referenced Standards
- Where this Standard references other Standards, alternative standards may be substituted if they provide an equivalent level of safety and equipment quality.
Inspection Requirements
Objectives of Inspection
- The objectives of in-service inspection are to promote safety and health, comply with occupational health and safety legislation, limit property damage, and protect the environment.
- These objectives are achieved by verifying fabrication and operation compliance with design conditions, verifying safe and fit-for-service equipment, and indicating needed repairs or replacements.
Asset Integrity Life Cycle
- The overall life cycle of pressure equipment includes stages such as concept, design, material, fabrication, and installation to determine fitness for service.
Test your knowledge on pressure equipment inspection and risk management techniques as per AS/NZS 3788:2006 standards. Explore the importance of risk-based inspection programs and the factors involved in ensuring safe operation of pressure equipment.
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