Free API API-580 Exam Dumps Questions & Answers

Which of the following statements is generally correct with regard to qualitative RBI analysis using a broad range of data?

• A.  It requires a high-level of judgment, skill, and understanding.
• B.  It generally results in lower accuracy analysis.
• C.  It does not require a high level of accuracy and precision in the data.
• D.  It is generally improved by utilizing numeric data.

The fact that some jurisdictions may have some prescriptive time-based rules on inspection intervals does not preclude the user from gaining significant benefits from the application of RBI, as long as:

• A.  local regulations do not specifically prohibit the use of RBI planning.
• B.  the RBI process is implemented by an API 580 certified individual.
• C.  the RBI process methodology is in accordance with API RP 581.
• D.  the inspection intervals do not exceed half-life or 10 years maximum.

An RBI assessment of new equipment or a new project may:

• A.  yield useful information on potential future risks.
• B.  not be useful because there is no inspection history.
• C.  be conducted only after 1000 hours of operation to establish operating and inspection data.
• D.  be needed in order to define the risk criteria to be used in service.

As indicated in API RP 580, one essential element of an RBI program includes:

• A.  documented method of COF determination.
• B.  avoidance of catastrophic loss and fatalities.
• C.  the reduction of risk associated with loss of containment.
• D.  consideration of all possible damage mechanisms.

Probability of failure is typically expressed in terms of:

• A.  time
• B.  undesirable events
• C.  deterioration rate
• D.  frequency