API RBI 580 - Questions

Q-01: Foreword
API 580 is intended to provide guidance on developing an RBI program for:
A) Fixed equipment and piping in the hydrocarbon and chemical process industries
B) All types of equipment and piping in the Oil and Gas Industry
C) Fixed equipment and piping in the Oil and Gas Industry
D) All types of equipment and piping in all industries

Q-01: Foreword
API 580 is intended to provide guidance on developing an RBI program for:
A) Fixed equipment and piping in the hydrocarbon and chemical process
industries
B) All types of equipment and piping in the Oil and Gas Industry
C) Fixed equipment and piping in the Oil and Gas Industry
D) All types of equipment and piping in all industries

Q-02: Foreword
An RBI Program is based on the knowledge and experience of:
A) Engineers and inspectors in the Oil and Gas Industry
B) Engineers and inspectors in the hydrocarbon and chemical industry only
C) Engineers ,inspectors ,operators and management in the Oil and Gas industry
D) Engineers, inspectors, risk analysts, and other personnel in hydrocarbon and
chemical industry
Q-02: Foreword
An RBI Program is based on the knowledge and experience of:
A) Engineers and inspectors in the Oil and Gas Industry
B) Engineers and inspectors in the hydrocarbon and chemical industry only
C) Engineers ,inspectors ,operators and management in the Oil and Gas industry
D) Engineers, inspectors, risk analysts, and other personnel in hydrocarbon
and chemical industry

Q-03: Foreword
Based on results of an RBI assessment, API 510/570/653 inspection codes
and standards allow an owner/user the latitude (option) to plan an inspection
strategy and:
A) Decrease the code designated inspection frequencies and activities
B) Eliminate the code designated inspection frequencies and activities
C) Increase or decrease the code designated inspection frequencies and activities
D) None of these are correct

Q-03: Foreword
Based on results of an RBI assessment, API 510/570/653 inspection codes
and standards allow an owner/user the latitude (option) to plan an inspection
strategy and:
A) Decrease the code designated inspection frequencies and activities
B) Eliminate the code designated inspection frequencies and activities
C) Increase or decrease the code designated inspection frequencies and
activities
Q-01: Introduction
API 580 provides information on using risk analysis to develop an effective:
A) PSM Program using RBI
B) Inspection plan
C) RBI program
D) None of these
Q-01: Introduction
API 580 provides information on using risk analysis to develop an effective:
A) PSM Program using RBI
B) Inspection plan
C) RBI program
D) None of these
Q-02: Introduction
API 580 provides information on using risk analysis in order to:
A) Develop an effective Inspection plan
B) Develop and Implement a Risk Based Inspection (RBI) program
C) Develop, implement and maintain an optimized Inspection program using RBI
D) Integrate information into RBI Program from PSM and other related risk
information
Q-02: Introduction
API 580 provides information on using risk analysis in order to:
A) Develop an effective Inspection plan
B) Develop and Implement a Risk Based Inspection (RBI) program
C) Develop, implement and maintain an optimized Inspection program using RBI
D) Integrate information into RBI Program from PSM and other related risk
information
Q-03: Introduction
A systematic process that begins with identification of facilities or
equipment and ends up as an inspection plan is called:
A) RBI program
B) Inspection planning
C) PSM Program using RBI
D) RBI Program using PSM

Q-03: Introduction
A systematic process that begins with identification of facilities or
equipment and ends up as an inspection plan is called:
A) RBI program
B) Inspection planning
C) PSM Program using RBI
D) RBI Program using PSM

Q-04: Introduction
An RBI assessment systematically evaluates:
A) Both the POF and COF
B) Cause of Failure (COF) only
C) Probability of Failure (POF) only
D) Both the Cause of failure and the POF

Q-04: Introduction
A) Both the POF and COF
B) Cause of Failure (COF) only
C) Probability of Failure (POF) only
D) Both the Cause of failure and the POF

Q-05: Introduction
In RBI, what should be evaluated by considering all credible damage
mechanisms that could be expected to affect the facilities or equipment ?
A) Root cause of Failure (RCOF) only
B) Possibility of Failure (POF) only
C) Both the RCOF and POF
D) Both the POF and COF

Q-05: Introduction
In RBI, what should be evaluated by considering all credible damage
mechanisms that could be expected to affect the facilities or equipment ?
A) Root cause of Failure (RCOF) only
B) Possibility of Failure (POF) only
C) Both the RCOF and POF
D) Both the POF and COF

Q-06: Introduction
A) POF for all credible damage mechanisms
B) All credible damage and failure modes
C) All credible damage mechanisms
D) POF and COF

Q-06: Introduction
A) POF for all credible damage mechanisms
B) All credible damage and failure modes
C) All credible damage mechanisms
D) POF and COF

Q-07: Introduction
The POF assessment should be evaluated by considering:
A) All consequences of failure (COF)
B) All credible damage mechanisms
C) All root causes of failure and COF

Q-07: Introduction
The POF assessment should be evaluated by considering:
A) All consequences of failure (COF)
B) All credible damage mechanisms
C) All root causes of failure and COF

Q-08: Introduction
An RBI plan produced per API 580 guidance should be combined with which
of these elements to provide the basis for sound management of the integrity
of fixed equipment:
A) A comprehensive set of IOWs for each process unit and a rigorous MOC
program
B) An inspection plan using risk-prioritized and risk-informed methods
C) Inspection planning using risk-based methods
D) None of these is correct

Q-08: Introduction
An RBI plan produced per API 580 guidance should be combined with which
of these elements to provide the basis for sound management of the integrity
of fixed equipment:
A) A comprehensive set of IOWs for each process unit and a rigorous MOC
program
B) An inspection plan using risk-prioritized and risk-informed methods
C) Inspection planning using risk-based methods

Q-09: Introduction
RBI is synonymous with:
A) Risk-based analysis
B) Risk-based analysis and risk management
C) Risk-prioritized and risk-informed inspection
D) Risk-prioritized analysis and risk management

Q-09: Introduction
RBI is synonymous with:
A) Risk-based analysis
B) Risk-based analysis and risk management
C) Risk-prioritized and risk-informed inspection
D) Risk-prioritized analysis and risk management

Q-10: Introduction
RBI is synonymous with which of these following elements?
A) Risk-prioritized inspection only
B) Both risk-prioritized and risk-informed inspection
C) Inspection planning using risk-based methods only
D) Risk-prioritized , risk-informed inspection and inspection planning using risk-
based methods
Q-10: Introduction
RBI is synonymous with which of these following elements?
A) Risk-prioritized inspection only
B) Both risk-prioritized and risk-informed inspection
C) Inspection planning using risk-based methods only
D) Risk-prioritized , risk-informed inspection and inspection planning using
risk-based methods
Q-11: Introduction
RBI is synonymous with risk-prioritized/risk-informed inspection and
inspection planning using:
A) Risk analysis methods
B) Risk-based methods
C) Risk management
D) None of these
Q-11: Introduction
RBI is synonymous with risk-prioritized/risk-informed inspection and
inspection planning using:
A) Risk analysis methods
B) Risk-based methods
C) Risk management
D) None of these
Q-12: Introduction
A synonym for probability recognized by API 580 but not used in the
document is:
A) Likelihood
B) Possibility
C) Chance
D) Event
Q-12: Introduction
A synonym for probability recognized by API 580 but not used in the
document is:
A) Likelihood
B) Possibility
C) Chance
D) Event
Q-01: General [1.1]
API 580 provides information on using risk analysis to:
A) Develop an RBI Program
B) Assist PSM Programs using RBI
C) Develop an effective Inspection Plan
D) Develop an optimized Inspection Program

Q-01: General [1.1]
API 580 provides information on using risk analysis to:
A) Develop an RBI Program
B) Assist PSM Programs using RBI
C) Develop an effective Inspection Plan
D) Develop an optimized Inspection Program

Q-02: General [1.1]
The purpose of API 580 is to provide users with the basic elements
necessary to:
A) Develop, implement and maintain an optimized Inspection program using RBI
B) Develop and maintain an RBI Program managed with risk-prioritized inspection
plans
C) developing, implementing, and maintaining a risk-based inspection (RBI)
program and developing and implementing an inspection program.
D) Develop, implement and maintain an optimized Inspection Program using risk-
based inspection Plans
Q-02: General [1.1]
The purpose of API 580 is to provide users with the basic elements
necessary to:
A) Develop, implement and maintain an optimized Inspection program using RBI
B) Develop and maintain an RBI Program managed with risk-prioritized inspection
plans
C) developing, implementing, and maintaining a risk-based inspection (RBI)
program and developing and implementing an inspection program.
D) Develop, implement and maintain an optimized Inspection Program using risk-
based inspection Plans
Q-03: General [1.1]
API 580 provides guidance to whom for development and implementation of
inspection programs?
A) Only owners and operators of pressure containing equipment
B) Owners, operators and designers of pressure containing equipment
C) Users of API 580 who work with pressure-containing and non-pressure
containing equipment
D) Users of API 580 (Limited to RBI Team only) who work with pressure-containing
equipment
Q-03: General [1.1]
API 580 provides guidance to whom for development and implementation of
inspection programs?
A) Only owners and operators of pressure containing equipment
B) Owners, operators and designers of pressure containing equipment
C) Users of API 580 who work with pressure-containing and non-pressure
containing equipment
D) Users of API 580 (Limited to RBI Team only) who work with pressure-containing
equipment
Q-04: General [1.1]
The API 580 (RBI) approach emphasizes safe and reliable operation through:
A) Risk analysis
B) Risk assessment
C) Risk management
D) Risk-prioritized inspection
Q-04: General [1.1]
The API 580 (RBI) approach emphasizes safe and reliable operation through:
A) Risk analysis
B) Risk assessment
C) Risk management
D) Risk-prioritized inspection
Q-05: General [1.1]
The spectrum of complementary risk analysis approaches can be considered
as part of:
A) Risk management and mitigation
B) Inspection planning process
C) RBI program development
D) Risk assessment process

Q-05: General [1.1]
The spectrum of complementary risk analysis approaches can be considered
as part of:
A) Risk management and mitigation
B) Inspection planning process
C) RBI program development
D) Risk assessment process

Q-06: General [1.1]
An expected outcome from application of RBI process should be linkage of
risks with:
A) Appropriate inspection, process control or other risk mitigation activities to manage the
risks
B) Process controls or other risk mitigation activities to effectively reduce or eliminate the
risks
C) Appropriate inspection, process control or other risk mitigation activities to control the
risks
D) Process controls or other risk mitigation activities to effectively reduce or control the
risks
Q-06: General [1.1]
An expected outcome from application of RBI process should be linkage of
risks with:
A) Appropriate inspection, process control or other risk mitigation activities to
manage the risks
B) Process controls or other risk mitigation activities to effectively reduce or eliminate the
risks
C) Appropriate inspection, process control or other risk mitigation activities to control the
risks
D) Process controls or other risk mitigation activities to effectively reduce or control the
risks
Q-07: General [1.1]
The RBI process is capable of generating all of these except:
A) A detailed description of the inspection plan to be employed for each equipment
item
B) A description of other risk mitigation activities (non-inspection items such as
repairs)
C) A ranking by relative risk of all equipment evaluated and identification of risk
drivers
D) Expected risk levels of all equipment before the inspection plan has been
implemented
Q-07: General [1.1]
The RBI process is capable of generating all of these except:
A) A detailed description of the inspection plan to be employed for each equipment
item
B) A description of other risk mitigation activities (non-inspection items such as
repairs)
C) A ranking by relative risk of all equipment evaluated and identification of risk
drivers
D) Expected risk levels of all equipment before the inspection plan has been
implemented
Q-08: General [1.1]
The RBI process is capable of generating which of the following:
A) A ranking by residual risk of all equipment evaluated
B) An overview of the inspection plan by unit
C) An overview of all risk mitigation plans
D) Identification of risk drivers

Q-08: General [1.1]
The RBI process is capable of generating which of the following:
A) A ranking by residual risk of all equipment evaluated
B) An overview of the inspection plan by unit
C) An overview of all risk mitigation plans
D) Identification of risk drivers

Q-09: General [1.1]
The RBI process is expected to:
A) Calculate a risk level for every piece of pressure equipment in a plant.
B) Establish an acceptable risk level for the selected inspection, repair, or
replacement activity.
C) Determine linkage of risks with appropriate inspection or other risk mitigation
activities.
D) Present all risk management activities for reducing likelihood and consequence of
failure.
Q-09: General [1.1]
The RBI process is expected to:
A) Calculate a risk level for every piece of pressure equipment in a plant.
B) Establish an acceptable risk level for the selected inspection, repair, or
replacement activity.
C) Determine linkage of risks with appropriate inspection or other risk mitigation
activities.
D) Present all risk management activities for reducing likelihood and consequence of
failure.
Q-10: General [1.1]
The plan resulting from a detailed description of an RBI assessment for each
piece of equipment will specify:
A) Proposed mitigation plans.
B) Consequence and probability of failure.
C) Timing of inspections.
D) Risk levels before inspection.
Q-10: General [1.1]
The plan resulting from a detailed description of an RBI assessment for each
piece of equipment will specify:
A) Proposed mitigation plans.
B) Consequence and probability of failure.
C) Timing of inspections.
D) Risk levels before inspection.
Q-01: RBI Benefits and Limitations [1.2]
The primary work products of the RBI assessment and management
approach are plans that address ways to manage risks on:
A) A plant process unit level
B) An operating plant level
C) An equipment level
D) A component level
The primary work products of the RBI assessment and management
approach are plans that address ways to manage risks on:
A) A plant process unit level
B) An operating plant level
C) An equipment level
D) A component level
How do RBI equipment plans highlight risks?
A) Primarily from a safety perspective
B) Primarily from both safety and health perspectives
C) Primarily from safety, health and environmental perspectives
D) From a safety, health, and environment perspective and/or from an economic
standpoint
How do RBI equipment plans highlight risks?
A) Primarily from a safety perspective
B) Primarily from both safety and health perspectives
C) Primarily from safety, health and environmental perspectives
D) From a safety, health, and environment perspective and/or from an
economic standpoint
RBI is based on __________
A) Sound and proven risk analysis principles
B) Sound and proven risk management principles
C) Sound and proven risk analysis and risk management principles
D) Sound and proven risk assessment and risk management principles

RBI is based on_______________
A) Sound and proven risk analysis principles
B) Sound and proven risk management principles
C) Sound and proven risk analysis and risk management principles
D) Sound and proven risk assessment and risk management principles

RBI is based on sound and proven:
A) Risk analysis principles
B) Risk management principles
C) Risk analysis and risk management principles
D) Risk assessment and risk management principles

RBI is based on sound and proven:
A) Risk analysis principles
B) Risk management principles
C) Risk analysis and risk management principles
D) Risk assessment and risk management principles

RBI plans should include cost-effective actions along with:
A) An overall projected risk
B) The projected risk mitigation
C) Any residual risk after inspection
D) A detailed risk identification and analysis

RBI plans should include cost-effective actions along with:
A) An overall projected risk
B) The projected risk mitigation
C) Any residual risk after inspection
D) A detailed risk identification and analysis

Implementation of RBI plans provide what benefit for facilities and equipment
assessed?
A) An overall risk reduction
B) An acceptance and understanding of the current risk
C) Either an overall risk reduction or an acceptance and understanding of the current risk
D) Both an overall risk reduction and an acceptance and understanding of the current risk
Implementation of RBI plans provide what benefit for facilities and equipment
assessed?
A) An overall risk reduction
B) An acceptance and understanding of the current risk
C) Either overall risk reduction or an acceptance and understanding of the current
risk
D) Both an overall risk reduction and an acceptance and understanding of the current risk
In some cases, in addition to risk reductions and process safety improvements,
RBI plans may result in:
A) Cost reductions
B) Elimination of all inspections
C) Elimination of all RBI analysis
D) Elimination of all inspections and RBI analysis

In some cases, in addition to risk reductions and process safety improvements,
RBI plans may result in:
A) Cost reductions
B) Elimination of all inspections
C) Elimination of all RBI analysis
D) Elimination of all inspections and RBI analysis

Q-01: Using RBI as a Continuous Improvement Tool [1.3]
Using RBI provides a vehicle for continuously improving inspection of facilities
and:
A) Systematically managing the risk associated with plant operations and hazards
B) Systematically reducing the risk associated with plant operations and hazards
C) Systematically reducing the risk associated with pressure boundary failures
D) Systematically managing risk associated with pressure boundary failures

Using RBI provides a vehicle for continuously improving inspection of facilities
and:
A) Systematically managing the risk associated with plant operations and hazards
B) Systematically reducing the risk associated with plant operations and hazards
C) Systematically reducing the risk associated with pressure boundary failures
D) Systematically managing risk associated with pressure boundary failures

When RBI is used as a continuous improvement tool, it offers an added
advantage of:
A) Identifying gaps in the effectiveness of available inspection technologies and
applications
B) Identifying cases where technology can cost-effectively mitigate risks
C) Identifying cases where technology can adequately mitigate risks
D) Identifying cases where inspection technology is adequate

When RBI is used as a continuous improvement tool, it offers an added
advantage of:
A) Identifying gaps in the effectiveness of available inspection technologies and
applications
B) Identifying cases where technology can cost-effectively mitigate risks
C) Identifying cases where technology can adequately mitigate risks
D) Identifying cases where inspection technology is adequate

As new data becomes available or when changes occur in operating conditions,
what should be done in RBI?
A) Adjustment of the inspection levels and intervals in the RBI program
B) Adjustment of the inspection intervals in the RBI program
C) Adjustment of the inspection levels in the RBI program
D) Reassessment of the RBI program

As new data becomes available or when changes occur in operating conditions,
what should be done in RBI?

As new data (such as inspection results and industry experiences with similar
processes) becomes available or when changes occur (e.g. operating
conditions), what should be done that will provide a refreshed view of the risks?

As new data (such as inspection results and industry experiences with similar
processes) becomes available or when changes occur (e.g. operating
conditions), what should be done that will provide a refreshed view of the risks?

Q-01: RBI as an Integrated Management Tool [1.4]
Integration of other risk management efforts (PHA, IOWs, RCM) with RBI is the
key to the success of:
A) Risk-based Inspection Programs
B) Risk Management Programs
C) Risk Mitigations
D) Risk Analysis
Integration of other risk management efforts (PHA, IOWs, RCM) with RBI is the
key to the success of:
A) Risk-based Inspection Programs
B) Risk Management Programs
C) Risk Mitigations
D) Risk Analysis
RBI produces inspection and maintenance plans for equipment that identify the
actions that should be taken to provide:
A) Cost-effective mitigation
B) Environmental protection
C) Reliable and safe operation
D) Process Safety Management

RBI produces inspection and maintenance plans for equipment that identify the
actions that should be taken to provide:
A) Cost-effective mitigation
B) Environmental protection
C) Reliable and safe operation
D) Process Safety Management

Q-01: Industry Scope [2.1]
API 580 specifically targets the application of RBI in what industry (ies)?
A) Oil & Gas Industry
B) Hydrocarbon Industry
C) Hydrocarbon and Chemical Process Industry
D) Any industry using toxic substances that chooses to follow API 580 guidelines
Q-01: Industry Scope [2.1]
API 580 specifically targets the application of RBI in what industry (ies)?
A) Oil & Gas Industry
B) Hydrocarbon Industry
C) Hydrocarbon and Chemical Process Industry
D) Any industry using toxic substances that chooses to follow API 580 guidelines
Q-01: Flexibility in Application [2.2]
The Scope of API 580 is intended to promote:
A) consistency and quality in the identification, assessment, and management of risks.
B) Cost-effective solutions to reduce risk using inspection
C) Understanding of RBI and management of risk

The Scope of API 580 is intended to promote:
A) consistency and quality in the identification, assessment, and management
of risks.
B) Cost-effective solutions to reduce risk using inspection
C) Understanding of RBI and management of risk

The RBI program is intended to promote consistency and quality in the:
A) Types of inspection and repair activities selected to reduce risk.
B) Identification, assessment, and management of risks pertaining to material
deterioration.
C) Identification of high-risk process units in the refining and chemical
industries.
D) The team selected to prepare the RBI plans.

The RBI program is intended to promote consistency and quality in the:
A) Types of inspection and repair activities selected to reduce risk.
B) Identification, assessment, and management of risks pertaining to material
deterioration.
C) Identification of high-risk process units in the refining and chemical
industries.
D) The team selected to prepare the RBI plans.

Q-01: Mechanical Integrity Focused [2.3]
The RBI process is focused on focuses on:
A) PHA or hazard and operability assessment (HAZOP)
B) Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM)
C) Process Safety Management
D) maintaining the mechanical integrity of pressure equipment items

The RBI process is focused on focuses on:
D) maintaining the mechanical integrity of pressure equipment items

The RBI process is focused on maintaining the mechanical integrity of
pressure equipment items and:
A) Minimizing the risk of equipment damage and personnel injury
B) Eliminating the risk of equipment damage and personnel injury
C) Minimizing the risk of loss of containment due to deterioration
D) Minimizing the risk of damage to the unit and the environment

The RBI process is focused on maintaining the mechanical integrity of
pressure equipment items and:
A) Minimizing the risk of equipment damage and personnel injury
B) Eliminating the risk of equipment damage and personnel injury
C) Minimizing the risk of loss of containment due to deterioration
D) Minimizing the risk of damage to the unit and the environment

RBI is not a substitute for:
B) Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM) Program
C) Process Safety Management Program
D) Mechanical integrity
RBI is not a substitute for:
B) Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM) Program
C) Process Safety Management Program
RBI complements the PHA by focusing on the:
A) Risk management through inspection
B) Mechanical integrity related damage mechanisms
C) Mechanical integrity related damage mechanisms and risk management through
analysis
D) Mechanical integrity related damage mechanisms and risk management through
inspection
RBI complements the PHA by focusing on the:
A) Risk management through inspection
B) Mechanical integrity related damage mechanisms
C) Mechanical integrity related damage mechanisms and risk management through
analysis
D) Mechanical integrity related damage mechanisms and risk management
through inspection
RBI also is complementary to RCM programs because both programs are
focused on all of the following Except:
A) Understanding failure modes
B) Addressing the failure modes
C) Focusing on the process unit design and operating conditions
D) Improving the reliability of equipment and process facilities

RBI also is complementary to RCM programs because both programs are
focused on all of the following Except:
A) Understanding failure modes
B) Addressing the failure modes
C) Focusing on the process unit design and operating conditions
D) Improving the reliability of equipment and process facilities

Q-01: Equipment Covered / not covered [2.4 / 2.5]
Which of these Equipment types is covered by API 580?
A) Machinery components (except pump and compressor casings)
B) Electrical systems, Instruments and control systems
C) Structural systems (includes foundations)
D) Pressure-relief Devices
Which of these Equipment types is covered by API 580?
A) Machinery components (except pump and compressor casings)
B) Electrical systems, Instruments and control systems
C) Structural systems (includes foundations)
D) Pressure-relief Devices
Types of equipment and associated components NOT covered by API 580 are:
A) Pressure vessels, atmospheric/pressurized storage tanks, process pipe,
pressure-relief devices
B) Heat exchanger shells, floating heads, channels, and bundles
C) Pressure-containing components in Rotating Equipment
D) All components in Boilers and Heaters

Types of equipment and associated components NOT covered by API 580 are:
A) Pressure vessels, atmospheric/pressurized storage tanks, process pipe,
pressure-relief devices
B) Heat exchanger shells, floating heads, channels, and bundles
C) Pressure-containing components in Rotating Equipment
D) All components in Boilers and Heaters

Instrument and control systems and electrical systems may be covered by
other types of RBI or risk assessment work processes such as:
Instrument and control systems and electrical systems may be covered by
other types of RBI or risk assessment work processes such as:
Q-01: Target Audience [2.6]
The primary audience for API 580 is:
A) inspection and engineering personnel who are responsible for the mechanical
integrity and operability
B) inspection, engineering and Materials Specialist personnel responsible for
equipment design
C) Inspection/engineering personnel responsible for mechanical maintenance
D) None of these, because the audience is the total operating organization

The primary audience for API 580 is:
A) inspection and engineering personnel who are responsible for the
mechanical integrity and operability
B) inspection, engineering and Materials Specialist personnel responsible for
equipment design
C) Inspection/engineering personnel responsible for mechanical maintenance
D) None of these, because the audience is the total operating organization

RBI requires the commitment and cooperation of:
A) All of the RBI team including Management
B) Engineering and Inspection organizations
C) Entire Engineering organization
D) Entire Operating organization

RBI requires the commitment and cooperation of:
A) All of the RBI team including Management
B) Engineering and Inspection organizations
C) Entire Engineering organization
D) Entire Operating organization

RBI requires involvement of various segments of the organization such as
engineering, maintenance and operations, and requires the commitment and
cooperation of:
A) The entire RBI team
B) The entire Operating organization
C) The entire Engineering organization
D) The entire Engineering and Inspection organizations

RBI requires involvement of various segments of the organization such as
engineering, maintenance and operations, and requires the commitment and
cooperation of:
A) The entire RBI team
B) The entire Operating organization
C) The entire Engineering organization
D) The entire Engineering and Inspection organizations

Q-01: Terms and Definitions / Consequence [4.1.5]
Consequence is defined as:
A) outcome of an event.
B) Failure of pressure equipment.
C) A negative event.
D) Occurrence of a particular set of circumstances.
.
Q-01: Terms and Definitions / Consequence [4.1.5]
Consequence is defined as:
A) outcome of an event.
B) Failure of pressure equipment.
C) A negative event.
D) Occurrence of a particular set of circumstances.
.
Q-02: Terms and Definitions / Damage (or deterioration) mechanism [4.1.8]
Which of the following is a Major deterioration mechanism category in the
hydrocarbon and chemical industry?
A) Mechanical damage.
B) Brittle fracture.
C) Material thickness.
D) Weld defect.
Q-02: Terms and Definitions / Damage (or deterioration) mechanism [4.1.8]
Which of the following is a Major deterioration mechanism category in the
hydrocarbon and chemical industry?
A) Mechanical damage.
B) Brittle fracture.
C) Material thickness.
D) Weld defect.
Q-03: Terms and Definitions / External event [4.1.16]
In RBI, which of the following is the term for an event at a facility that is caused
by something beyond the direct or indirect control of employees?
A) Indeterminate event.
B) External event.
C) Unassigned event.
D) Relative risk event.

Q-03: Terms and Definitions / External event [4.1.16]
In RBI, which of the following is the term for an event at a facility that is caused
by something beyond the direct or indirect control of employees?
A) Indeterminate event.
B) External event.
C) Unassigned event.
D) Relative risk event.

Q-04: Terms and Definitions /failure mode [4.1.19]
Which of the following is an example of a failure mode?
A) Loss of strength.
B) A small hole.
C) Fatigue damage.
D) Chloride stress corrosion

Q-04: Terms and Definitions /failure mode [4.1.19]
B) A small hole.
C) Fatigue damage.

Q-05: Terms and Definitions / Relative risk [4.1.33]
The risk to a given facility, process unit, system, equipment item, or
component as compared to a similar item is referred to as:-
A) Absolute risk.
B) Relative risk.
C) Qualitative risk.
D) Quantitative risk.
Q-05: Terms and Definitions / Relative risk [4.1.33]
The risk to a given facility, process unit, system, equipment item, or
component as compared to a similar item is referred to as:-
A) Absolute risk.
B) Relative risk.
C) Qualitative risk.
D) Quantitative risk.
Q-06: Terms and Definitions / Residual risk [4.1.34]
Residual risk is defined as the:-
A) Acceptable risk threshold determined by the site risk management process.
B) Risk identified after RBI analysis.
C) Risk that remain after inspection.
D) Risk that remains after mitigation.

Q-06: Terms and Definitions / Residual risk [4.1.34]

Q-07: Terms and Definitions / Risk [4.1.35]

Risk is defined as the combination of the:
A) Probability of failure and probability of consequences.
B) Probability of an event and its consequences.
C) Loss of containment.
D) Probability of failure from identified deterioration mechanisms.


The risk prior to mitigation activities is .
A) unmitigated risk.
B) Relative risk..
C) Residual risk .
D) Absolute risk.
The risk prior to mitigation activities is .
A) unmitigated risk.
B) Relative risk..
C) Residual risk .
D) Absolute risk.
Q-01: What is Risk? [5.1]
Risk is the combination of the probability of some event occurring during a
time period of interest and the:
A) Consequences associated with the event
B) Likelihood of a failure
C) Probability of a failure
D) Consequence of failure
Risk is the combination of the probability of some event occurring during a
time period of interest and the:
A) Consequences associated with the event
B) Likelihood of a failure
C) Probability of a failure
D) Consequence of failure
In mathematical terms, risk can be calculated by which of these equations:
A) Risk = Probability ÷ Consequence
B) Risk = Probability × Consequence
C) Risk = Consequence ÷ Probability
D) Risk = Consequence + Probability

In mathematical terms, risk can be calculated by which of these equations:
A) Risk = Probability ÷ Consequence
B) Risk = Probability × Consequence
C) Risk = Consequence ÷ Probability
D) Risk = Consequence + Probability

Which of these statements is TRUE regarding effective risk assessments?
A) They should first determine the consequence of failure then the probability of
failure
B) They should first determine the probability of failure then the consequence of
failure
C) They should be a rational, logical, structured process that contains at least two
steps
D) They should first determine if the risk is acceptable and then how big the risk is
Which of these statements is TRUE regarding effective risk assessments?
A) They should first determine the consequence of failure then the probability of
failure
B) They should first determine the probability of failure then the consequence of
failure
C) They should be a rational, logical, structured process that contains at least
two steps
D) They should first determine if the risk is acceptable and then how big the risk is

Q-04: Terms and Definitions / Risk [4.1.35] / What is Risk? [5.1]

Q-01: Risk Management and Risk Reduction [5.2]
Once the risk is known and the magnitude of the risk is established, it is time
for:
A) Risk mitigation
B) Risk reduction
C) Risk management
D) Risk communication
Once the risk is known and the magnitude of the risk is established, it is time
for:
A) Risk mitigation
B) Risk reduction
C) Risk management
D) Risk communication
By using risk management, some risks may be identified as acceptable so
that:
A) No risk management is required
B) No risk communication is required
C) No risk reduction (mitigation) is required
D) None of these statements are correct

By using risk management, some risks may be identified as acceptable so
that:
A) No risk management is required
B) No risk communication is required
C) No risk reduction (mitigation) is required
D) None of these statements are correct

Risk reduction is the act of mitigating a known risk that is deemed to be too
high to a:
A) Lower, more manageable level of risk using risk communication
B) Lower, more acceptable level of risk with some form of risk reduction activity
C) Lower, more manageable level of risk with some form of risk analysis to be
performed
D) None of the above statements are correct

Risk reduction is the act of mitigating a known risk that is deemed to be too
high to a:
A) Lower, more manageable level of risk using risk communication
B) Lower, more acceptable level of risk with some form of risk reduction
activity
C) Lower, more manageable level of risk with some form of risk analysis to be
performed
D) None of the above statements are correct

Which of these statements are true regarding Risk Management and Risk
Reduction?
A) Once the risk is known and the magnitude of the risk is established, it is time for
risk reduction
B) Risk management and risk reduction are synonymous
C) Risk management is only a part of risk reduction
D) None of the above statements are true

Which of these statements are true regarding Risk Management and Risk
Reduction?
A) Once the risk is known and the magnitude of the risk is established, it is time for
risk reduction
B) Risk management and risk reduction are synonymous
C) Risk management is only a part of risk reduction
D) None of the above statements are true

Risk reduction is:-
A) Synonymous with risk management.
B) Synonymous with inspection optimization.
C) Part of risk management.
D) Achieved only by inspection.

Risk reduction is:-
A) Synonymous with risk management.
B) Synonymous with inspection optimization.
C) Part of risk management.
D) Achieved only by inspection.

Q-01: The Evolution of Inspection Intervals/Due Dates [5.3]
In process plants, inspection and testing programs and process monitoring
are established:
A) To detect and evaluate deterioration caused by calendar-based damage
mechanisms
B) To detect and evaluate deterioration due to the effects of in-service operation
C) To detect and evaluate deterioration affecting a percentage of remaining life

In process plants, inspection and testing programs and process monitoring
are established:
A) To detect and evaluate deterioration caused by calendar-based damage
mechanisms
B) To detect and evaluate deterioration due to the effects of in-service
operation
C) To detect and evaluate deterioration affecting a percentage of remaining life

RBI represents the next generation of inspection approaches and interval/due
date setting, recognizing that the ultimate goal of inspection is:
A) safety and reliability of operating facilities
B) To cost effectively perform inspection
C) To effectively reduce all facility risks
D) To locate damage mechanisms

RBI represents the next generation of inspection approaches and interval/due
date setting, recognizing that the ultimate goal of inspection is:
A) safety and reliability of operating facilities

RBI recognizes that the ultimate goal of inspection is:
A) Safety and reliability of operating facilities

RBI recognizes that the ultimate goal of inspection is:
A) Safety and reliability of operating facilities

RBI, as a risk-based approach, focuses attention specifically on the equipment
and associated damage mechanisms representing:
A) The most damaging to personnel health
B) The most cost to the plant or facility
C) The most risk to the facility

RBI, as a risk-based approach, focuses attention specifically on the equipment
and associated damage mechanisms representing:
A) The most damaging to personnel health
B) The most cost to the plant or facility
C) The most risk to the facility

In focusing on risks and mitigation, RBI provides a better linkage between
mechanisms that lead to equipment failure (loss of containment) and
inspection approaches that:
A) Effectively eliminate the associated risks
B) Effectively reduce the associated risks
C) Cost-effectively handle risks
D) Manage the associated risks

In focusing on risks and mitigation, RBI provides a better linkage between
mechanisms that lead to equipment failure (loss of containment) and
inspection approaches that:
A) Effectively eliminate the associated risks
B) Effectively reduce the associated risks
C) Cost-effectively handle risks
D) Manage the associated risks

Q-01: Overview of Risk Analysis [5.4]
The complexity of a risk analysis is a function of the:
A) Degree of complexity of the risk
B) The number of factors that can affect the risk
C) Cost associated with the risk
D) The seriousness of the risk

The complexity of a risk analysis is a function of the:
A) Degree of complexity of the risk
C) Cost associated with the risk
D) The seriousness of the risk

There is a continuous spectrum of methods available to assess risk ranging
from a strictly relative ranking to:
A) Rigorous calculation
B) Engineering Judgment
C) Engineering and Inspector Judgment

There is a continuous spectrum of methods available to assess risk ranging
from a strictly relative ranking to:
A) Rigorous calculation
B) Engineering Judgment
C) Engineering and Inspector Judgment

What should be done before decisions are made based on a risk analysis?
A) All credible consequence scenarios should be analyzed
B) Damage susceptibility and residual risk determined
C) The extent of the risk should be fully quantified
D) Analysis results should be validated

What should be done before decisions are made based on a risk analysis?
A) All credible consequence scenarios should be analyzed
B) Damage susceptibility and residual risk determined
C) The extent of the risk should be fully quantified
D) Analysis results should be validated

Before decisions are based on risk analysis, the risk analysis results should
be:
A) Credible, repeatable and documented
B) Credible and repeatable only
C) Credible only
D) Validated
Before decisions are based on risk analysis, the risk analysis results should
be:
A) Credible, repeatable and documented
B) Credible and repeatable only
C) Credible only
D) Validated
The risk analysis should be VALIDATED before decisions are made based on:
A) Credible consequence scenarios
B) The extent of the risk
C) Damage susceptibility
D) Analysis results
The risk analysis should be VALIDATED before decisions are made based on:
A) Credible consequence scenarios
B) The extent of the risk
C) Damage susceptibility
D) Analysis results
The first step in a logical progression for a risk analysis is:
A) Determine damage susceptibility and rates
B) Collect and validate the necessary data and information
C) identify damage mechanisms and determine damage mode(s) for each
mechanism
D) Determine the POF over a defined time frame for each damage mechanism
The first step in a logical progression for a risk analysis is:
A) Determine damage susceptibility and rates
B) Collect and validate the necessary data and information
C) identify damage mechanisms and determine damage mode(s) for each
mechanism
D) Determine the POF over a defined time frame for each damage mechanism
The logical progression after completing the risk analysis is to:
A) Develop an inspection plan and if needed, perform other mitigation actions
B) Follow an effective inspection plan and if needed, perform other mitigation
actions
C) Develop an inspection plan and if needed, other mitigation actions, and evaluate
residual risk
D) Follow an effective inspection plan & if needed, other mitigation actions, and
evaluate the risk

The logical progression after completing the risk analysis is to:
A) Develop an inspection plan and if needed, perform other mitigation actions
B) Follow an effective inspection plan and if needed, perform other mitigation
actions
C) Develop an inspection plan and if needed, other mitigation actions, and
evaluate residual risk
D) Follow an effective inspection plan & if needed, other mitigation actions, and
evaluate the risk

After completing a risk analysis, if the risk is not acceptable, what must be
considered?
A) Mitigation
B) Inspection
C) Reassessment

After completing a risk analysis, if the risk is not acceptable, what must be
considered?
A) Mitigation
B) Inspection
C) Reassessment

Q-01: Inspection Optimization [5.5]
A complete RBI program provides a consistent methodology for assessing the
optimum combination of:
A) Methods and frequencies of inspection
B) Methods and analysis of inspection
C) Frequencies and analysis of inspection

A complete RBI program provides a consistent methodology for assessing the
optimum combination of:
A) Methods and frequencies of inspection
B) Methods and analysis of inspection
C) Frequencies and analysis of inspection

Each available inspection method can be analyzed and its relative
effectiveness in reducing failure probability can be estimated, and given this
information and the cost of each procedure, what can be developed?
A) An optimization program
B) An effective Inspection Plan
C) An effective mitigation strategy
D) A cost-effective inspection strategy

Each available inspection method can be analyzed and its relative
effectiveness in reducing failure probability can be estimated, and given this
information and the cost of each procedure, what can be developed?
A) An optimization program
B) An effective Inspection Plan
C) An effective mitigation strategy
D) A cost-effective inspection strategy

Inspection optimization is:

A) The next generation of inspection programs after time-based and condition-based
inspection.
B) The point at which additional inspection begins to show a diminishing reduction of
risk.
C) Continuous improvement of the RBI program with risk reassessments for
changing conditions.
D) The lowest possible total cost for an inspection program.

Inspection optimization is:

A) The next generation of inspection programs after time-based and condition-based
inspection.
B) The point at which additional inspection begins to show a diminishing
reduction of risk.
C) Continuous improvement of the RBI program with risk reassessments for
changing conditions.
D) The lowest possible total cost for an inspection program.

If excessive inspection is applied, the level of risk may even go up. This is
because invasive inspections in certain cases may cause additional
deterioration. Which of the following good example for that?

A) moisture ingress in equipment with polythionic acid
B) inspection damage to protective coatings or glass-lined vessels
C) A and B are correct
D) None of the above

If excessive inspection is applied, the level of risk may even go up. This is
because invasive inspections in certain cases may cause additional
deterioration. Which of the following good example for that?

A) moisture ingress in equipment with polythionic acid
B) inspection damage to protective coatings or glass-lined vessels
C) A and B are correct

In RBI, residual factors for loss of containment include all of the
following except:
A) Human errors.
B) Unknown mechanisms of deterioration.
C) Inspection efforts.
D) Secondary effects from nearby units.

In RBI, residual factors for loss of containment include all of the
following except:
A) Human errors.
B) Unknown mechanisms of deterioration.
C) Inspection efforts.
D) Secondary effects from nearby units.

API 580 Figure 1 presents curves showing
reduction in risk that can be expected when:
A) The degree and frequency of inspection are
optimized
B) The degree and frequency of inspection are
increased
C) The level of inspection does not become excessive
D) The degree of the risk is known and mitigated

API 580 Figure 1 presents curves showing
reduction in risk that can be expected when:
A) The degree and frequency of inspection are
optimized
B) The degree and frequency of inspection are
increased
C) The level of inspection does not become excessive
D) The degree of the risk is known and mitigated

Which statement is FALSE for the upper
curve in Figure 1 of API 580?
A) With an initial investment in inspection activities,
risk generally is significantly reduced
B) A point is reached where additional inspection
activity begins to show a diminishing return
C) It represents typical inspection program and
where there is no inspection, risk levels are higher
D) If excessive inspection is applied, risk levels may
fall
D) If excessive inspection is applied, risk levels may
fall
D) If excessive inspection is applied, risk levels
may fall
The short vertical arrow below lower curve
(above bottom line) in Figure 1 represents:
A) Total risk
B) Residual Risk
C) Inspection Frequency
D) Unmitigated Risk
The short vertical arrow below lower curve
(above bottom line) in Figure 1 represents:
A) Total risk
B) Residual Risk
C) Inspection Frequency
D) Unmitigated Risk
As shown in Figure 1, risk cannot be
reduced to zero solely by:
A) Mitigation plans
B) RBI Programs
C) Risk management effort
D) Inspection effort
As shown in Figure 1, risk cannot be
reduced to zero solely by:
A) Mitigation plans
B) RBI Programs
C) Risk management effort
D) Inspection effort
Figure 1 Lower curve indicates which of the
following can be achieved with application of an
effective RBI program?
A) Inspection activities are focused on higher risk items and
away from lower risk items
B) Lower risks can be achieved with the same level of
inspection activity as a typical program
C) Higher risks cannot be mitigated to the same levels of
Figure 1 Lower curve indicates which of the
following can be achieved with application of an
effective RBI program?
A) Inspection activities are focused on higher risk items and
away from lower risk items
B) Lower risks can be achieved with the same level of
C) Higher risks cannot be mitigated to the same levels of
When the risk associated with individual equipment items is determined &
the relative effectiveness of different inspection techniques and process
monitoring in reducing risk is estimated or quantified, adequate information
is available for:
A) Planning an RBI program
B) Planning and implementing an RBI program
C) Planning, implementing, and optimizing an RBI program
D) Planning, implementing, optimizing, and evaluating an RBI program
When the risk associated with individual equipment items is determined &
the relative effectiveness of different inspection techniques and process
monitoring in reducing risk is estimated or quantified, adequate information
is available for:
A) Planning an RBI program
B) Planning and implementing an RBI program
C) Planning, implementing, and optimizing an RBI program
D) Planning, implementing, optimizing, and evaluating an RBI program
Many residual risk factors are strongly influenced by which of the following:
A) The PSM system in place at the facility
B) The PHA system in place at the facility
C) The RCM system in place at the facility

Many residual risk factors are strongly influenced by which of the following:
A) The PSM system in place at the facility
B) The PHA system in place at the facility
C) The RCM system in place at the facility

The key to developing an inspection optimization procedure is the ability to
assess the risk associated with each item of equipment and then to
determine:
A) The most efficient approach to focus on the highest risk items and away from
lower risk items
B) The most cost-effective approach to mitigate the risks that are involved
C) The most appropriate inspection techniques for that piece of equipment
The key to developing an inspection optimization procedure is the ability to
assess the risk associated with each item of equipment and then to
determine:
A) The most efficient approach to focus on the highest risk items and away from
lower risk items
B) The most cost-effective approach to mitigate the risks that are involved
C) The most appropriate inspection techniques for that piece of equipment
Q-01: Relative Risk vs Absolute Risk [5.6]
The complexity of risk calculations is a function of:
A) The sophistication of the Process Unit
C) The amount of mitigation required after analysis

The complexity of risk calculations is a function of:
A) The sophistication of the Process Unit
C) The amount of mitigation required after analysis

Calculating absolute risk can be very time and cost consuming and often
cannot be done with a high degree of accuracy, due to:
A) Too many uncertainties
B) Sophistication of the Process Unit
C) Number of factors that can affect the risk
D) Amount of mitigation required after analysis

Calculating absolute risk can be very time and cost consuming and often
cannot be done with a high degree of accuracy, due to:
A) Too many uncertainties
B) Sophistication of the Process Unit
C) Number of factors that can affect the risk
D) Amount of mitigation required after analysis

Determination of absolute risk numbers in hydrocarbon and chemical
facilities is often:
A) Possible and cost effective
B) Possible, but not cost effective
C) Not even possible and not cost effective

Determination of absolute risk numbers in hydrocarbon and chemical
facilities is often:
A) Possible and cost effective
B) Possible, but not cost effective
C) Not even possible and not cost effective

So that facilities, units, systems, equipment or components can be ranked
and risk management efforts can focus on higher ranked risks, RBI is
focused on a systematic determination of:
A) Residual risk
B) Absolute risk
C) Relative risk
D) Actual risk
So that facilities, units, systems, equipment or components can be ranked
and risk management efforts can focus on higher ranked risks, RBI is
focused on a systematic determination of:
A) Residual risk
B) Absolute risk
C) Relative risk
D) Actual risk
RBI is focused on the systematic determination of:
A) Consequence risks.
B) Inspection risks.
C) Absolute risks.
D) Relative risks.
RBI is focused on the systematic determination of:
A) Consequence risks.
B) Inspection risks.
C) Absolute risks.
D) Relative risks.
If a quantitative RBI study is conducted rigorously and properly, the resultant
risk number should be a fair approximation of the:
A) Residual risk
B) Absolute risk
C) Relative risk
D) Actual risk
A) Residual risk
B) Absolute risk
C) Relative risk
D) Actual risk
A) Residual risk
B) Absolute risk
C) Relative risk
D) None of these types of risk

A) Residual risk
B) Absolute risk
C) Relative risk
D) None of these types of risk

Q-01: Key Elements of an RBI Program [6.1]
An RBI program should:
A) Be utilized for continuous improvement.
B) Document its method of determining probability and consequence of failure.
C) Identify all possible consequences of failure.
D) Reduce the overall risk for the equipment and facility being assessed.
An RBI program should:
A) Be utilized for continuous improvement.
B) Document its method of determining probability and consequence of
failure.
C) Identify all possible consequences of failure.
D) Reduce the overall risk for the equipment and facility being assessed.
All of the following are essential elements of an RBI program except:
A) Documented method of managing risk through inspection and mitigation
activities.
B) Management system for maintaining documentation and analysis.
C) Process hazard analysis to verify the adequacy of unit design.
D) Documented methods of determining failure probability and consequences.

All of the following are essential elements of an RBI program except:
A) Documented method of managing risk through inspection and mitigation
activities.
B) Management system for maintaining documentation and analysis.
C) Process hazard analysis to verify the adequacy of unit design.
D) Documented methods of determining failure probability and consequences.

Which of these is not a Key elements of an RBI Program?
A) Documented method for POF and COF determination
B) Management systems to maintaining documentation, data requirements and analysis
updates
c) Documented method of managing risk through inspection and mitigation activities.
D) Cost savings and Optimization of Inspection Methods

Which of these is not a Key elements of an RBI Program?
A) Documented method for POF and COF determination
B) Management systems to maintaining documentation, data requirements and analysis
updates
c) Documented method of managing risk through inspection and mitigation activities.
D) Cost savings and Optimization of Inspection Methods

Q-01: Consequence and Probability for RBI [6.2]
When risk acceptability criteria are being established, it is generally
recognized the:
A) Every failure will lead to an undesirable incident of serious consequence.
B) Some incidents of serious consequence have every high probability.
C) Every failure will lead to some undesirable consequence.
D) Not every failure will lead to an undesirable incident of serious consequence.
When risk acceptability criteria are being established, it is generally
recognized the:
A) Every failure will lead to an undesirable incident of serious consequence.
B) Some incidents of serious consequence have every high probability.
C) Every failure will lead to some undesirable consequence.
D) Not every failure will lead to an undesirable incident of serious consequence.
How does an iso-risk line on a risk plot help with inspection planning?
A) It shows how risks are changing over time.
B) It improves understanding of the relative risks of equipment.
C) It determines the urgency of the next inspection.
D) It assists in optimizing the inspection and mitigation plans.
How does an iso-risk line on a risk plot help with inspection planning?
A) It shows how risks are changing over time.
B) It improves understanding of the relative risks of equipment.
C) It determines the urgency of the next inspection.
D) It assists in optimizing the inspection and mitigation plans.
An ISO-risk line represents
A) a constant risk level.
B) variables risk level.
C) Absolut risk level.
D) None of the above.
An ISO-risk line represents
A) a constant risk level.
B) variables risk level.
C) Absolut risk level.
D) None of the above.
All items that fall on or very near the line with the arrow (API 580 Figure 2)
indicate:
A) Greater risk levels
B) Lesser risk levels
C) Roughly equivalent risk levels
D) None of these
All items that fall on or very near the line with the arrow (API 580 Figure 2)
indicate:
A) Greater risk levels
B) Lesser risk levels
C) Roughly equivalent risk levels
D) None of these
What statement is true regarding items # 2 and #
10 (See API 580 Figure 2)?
A) Roughly equivalent risk levels as they are an even
distance away from the risk line
B) One item (#10) has an acceptable risk level and item
# 2 has an unacceptable risk level
C) Great risk levels exist for both items 2 & 10 as they
are both equally far from the risk line
What statement is true regarding items # 2 and #
10 (See API 580 Figure 2)?
A) Roughly equivalent risk levels as they are an even
distance away from the risk line
B) One item (#10) has an acceptable risk level and
item # 2 has an unacceptable risk level
C) Great risk levels exist for both items 2 & 10 as they
are both equally far from the risk line
Which statement is correct (See API 580 Figure 2
above)?
A) Figure 2 is a Qualitative Risk Matrix and the
arrow designates a residual risk line
B) Figure 2 is a Quantitative Risk Plot and the arrow
designates an ISO-risk line
C) Figure 2 is a Qualitative Risk Plot and the arrow
Which statement is correct (See API 580 Figure 2
above)?
A) Figure 2 is a Qualitative Risk Matrix and the
arrow designates a residual risk line
B) Figure 2 is a Quantitative Risk Plot and the
arrow designates an ISO-risk line
C) Figure 2 is a Qualitative Risk Plot and the arrow
Which of these items (See Risk Plot below) are indicative of unacceptable
risk?
A) Item 2 only
B) Items 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, & 10
C) Items 1 & 2 only
Which of these items (See Risk Plot below) are indicative of unacceptable
risk?
A) Item 2 only
B) Items 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, & 10
C) Items 1 & 2 only
Q-01: Types of RBI Assessment [6.3]
In RBI assessments, RBI procedure can be applied using any of these
approaches except:
A) Qualitative
B) Quantitative
C) Semi-quantitative
D) Semi-qualitative
In RBI assessments, RBI procedure can be applied using any of these
approaches except:
A) Qualitative
B) Quantitative
C) Semi-quantitative
D) Semi-qualitative
Each RBI procedural approach develops a risk ranking measure to be used
for evaluating both POF and COF in order to:
A) Estimate the risk of failure
B) Quantify any risk of failure
C) Determine precisely the risk of failure
Each RBI procedural approach develops a risk ranking measure to be used
for evaluating both POF and COF in order to:
A) Estimate the risk of failure
B) Quantify any risk of failure
C) Determine precisely the risk of failure
The spectrum of risk analysis should be considered to be a continuum with
qualitative and quantitative approaches being:
A) Two extremes of the continuum and everything in between is a semi-
quantitative approach
B) Two extremes of the continuum and everything in between is a semi-
qualitative approach
C) Equal in risk of failure
The spectrum of risk analysis should be considered to be a continuum with
qualitative and quantitative approaches being:
A) Two extremes of the continuum and everything in between is a semi-
quantitative approach
B) Two extremes of the continuum and everything in between is a semi-
qualitative approach
C) Equal in risk of failure
Which statement is correct (See API 580
Figure 3 above)?
A) Figure 3 is a Qualitative Risk Plot and the arrow
C) Figure 3 is a Continuum of RBI approaches and
the right side shows a Qualitative approach
D) Figure 3 is a Continuum of RBI approaches and
the right side shows a Quantitative approach
Which statement is correct (See API 580
Figure 3)?
A) Figure 3 is a Qualitative Risk Plot and the arrow
C) Figure 3 is a Continuum of RBI approaches and the
right side shows a Qualitative approach
D) Figure 3 is a Continuum of RBI approaches and
the right side shows a Quantitative approach
Which statement is correct (API 580
Figure 3) for the vertical line (right side)?
A) This vertical line designates a Continuum of RBI
approaches
B) This vertical line designates the detail of RBI
analysis
C) This vertical line designates an ISO-risk line
D) This vertical line designates residual risk
Which statement is correct (API 580
Figure 3) for the vertical line (right side)?
A) This vertical line designates a Continuum of RBI
approaches
B) This vertical line designates the detail of RBI
analysis
C) This vertical line designates an ISO-risk line
D) This vertical line designates residual risk
Q-01: Qualitative Approach [6.3.1]
The qualitative approach requires data inputs based on descriptive
information using:
A) Expert opinion as the basis for risk rankings
B) Expert opinion as the basis for the analysis of POF and COF
C) Engineering judgment and experience as the basis for risk rankings
D) Engineering judgment and experience as the basis for the analysis of POF
and COF
The qualitative approach requires data inputs based on descriptive
information using:
A) Expert opinion as the basis for risk rankings
B) Expert opinion as the basis for the analysis of POF and COF
C) Engineering judgment and experience as the basis for risk rankings
D) Engineering judgment and experience as the basis for the analysis of
POF and COF
The accuracy of results from a qualitative analysis depends on:
A) The discrete values of the input data.
B) Whether it is performed by an owner/user or a non-owner/user.
C) The background and expertise of the analyst.
D) The integration of the detailed assessments.
The accuracy of results from a qualitative analysis depends on:
A) The discrete values of the input data.
B) Whether it is performed by an owner/user or a non-owner/user.
C) The background and expertise of the analyst.
D) The integration of the detailed assessments.
The value of a qualitative approach is that:-
A) The risk assessment process is much faster.
B) It uses logic models that depict combinations of events.
C) It enables completion of a risk assessment in the absence of detailed data.
D) It produces relative risk numbers rather than absolute risk numbers
The value of a qualitative approach is that:-
A) The risk assessment process is much faster.
B) It uses logic models that depict combinations of events.
C) It enables completion of a risk assessment in the absence of detailed
data.
D) It produces relative risk numbers rather than absolute risk numbers
Although the qualitative approach is less precise than more quantitative
approaches it is effective in screening out units and equipment with:
A) High risk
B) Low risk
C) Medium risk
D) Any risk level
Although the qualitative approach is less precise than more quantitative
approaches it is effective in screening out units and equipment with:
A) High risk
B) Low risk
C) Medium risk
D) Any risk level
Q-01: Quantitative Approach [6.3.2]
Which of the following is a methodology that will increase the precision of
an RBI?
A) A high level of confidence in all previous inspection techniques.
B) Identifying and assessing all probable deterioration mechanisms.
C) The use of high- quality data knowledgeable personnel.
D) Quantitative assessment approach that uses logic and physical models.

Which of the following is a methodology that will increase the precision of
an RBI?
A) A high level of confidence in all previous inspection techniques.
B) Identifying and assessing all probable deterioration mechanisms.
C) The use of high- quality data knowledgeable personnel.
D) Quantitative assessment approach that uses logic and physical models.

QRA uses what types of models in a risk-based assessment?
A) Logic models and physical models
B) Logic models only
C) Physical models only
D) Probabilistic Models
QRA uses what types of models in a risk-based assessment?
A) Logic models and physical models
B) Logic models only
C) Physical models only
D) Probabilistic Models
QRA uses logic models that show:
A) Progression of accidents and the release of hazardous material to the
environment
B) Combinations of events that could result in severe accidents
C) Progression of accidents only
D) Root Cause of accidents only

QRA uses logic models that show:
environment

QRA uses physical models that show:
environment

QRA uses physical models that show:
environment

QRA logic models generally consist of:
A) Event trees and Decision trees
B) Event trees and Fault trees
C) Fault trees and Decision trees
D) None of these are correct (event trees only)

QRA logic models generally consist of:
A) Event trees and Decision trees
B) Event trees and Fault trees
C) Fault trees and Decision trees
D) None of these are correct (event trees only)

When performing QRA, “Event Trees” are used to delineate (outline):
A) Consequences associated with system failures
B) Initiating events responsible for system successes
C) Initiating events and combinations of system successes and failures

When performing QRA, “Event Trees” are used to delineate (outline):

When performing QRA, “Fault Trees” are used to depict (show):

When performing QRA, “Fault Trees” are used to depict (show):
➢ fault trees depict ways in which the system failures

represented in the event trees can occur.
QRA logic models are analyzed to estimate the probability of:
A) Each accident sequence
B) Increased risk
C) Increased cost
D) None of these
QRA logic models are analyzed to estimate the probability of:
A) Each accident sequence
B) Increased risk
C) Increased cost
D) None of these
QRA is distinguished from the qualitative approach by the:
A) Depth of analysis and the integration of detailed assessments
B) Integration of detailed assessments only
C) Analysis depth only
D) None of these
QRA is distinguished from the qualitative approach by the:
A) Depth of analysis and the integration of detailed assessments
B) Integration of detailed assessments only
C) Analysis depth only
D) None of these
Results using QRA are typically presented as:
A) Risk Probability
B) Risk Numbers
C) Risk cost
D) None of these
Results using QRA are typically presented as:
A) Risk Probability
B) Risk Numbers
C) Risk cost
D) None of these
For all intents and purposes, a QRA is a(n):
A) Traditional risk analysis
B) Detailed risk analysis
C) Detailed risk comparison

For all intents and purposes, a QRA is a(n):

A QRA shares many of the same techniques and data requirements as a(n):
D) RBI Analysis
A QRA shares many of the same techniques and data requirements as a(n):
D) RBI Analysis
Traditional QRA generally consists of which of these 5 Tasks:
A) POF, COF, consequence analysis, detailed risk analysis, risk results
B) Consequence and detailed risk analysis, probability assessment, RBI
analysis, risk results
C) System and hazard identification, probability assessment, consequence

Traditional QRA generally consists of which of these 5 Tasks:
A) POF, COF, consequence analysis, detailed risk analysis, risk results
B) Consequence and detailed risk analysis, probability assessment, RBI
C) System and hazard identification, probability assessment, consequence

A QRA deals with what type of risk?
A) Total risk
B) Risk associated with equipment damage
C) Risk associated with safety and environmental impact

A QRA deals with what type of risk?
A) Total risk
B) Risk associated with equipment damage
C) Risk associated with safety and environmental impact
❖ A QRA deals with total risk, not just risk associated with equipment damage.
Hazard identification in an RBI analysis generally focuses on:
A) Unidentifiable failure mechanisms in the equipment
B) Identifiable failure mechanisms in the equipment (inspectable causes)
C) Other potential failure scenarios resulting from events such as power failures
or human errors

Hazard identification in an RBI analysis generally focuses on:
A) Unidentifiable failure mechanisms in the equipment
B) Identifiable failure mechanisms in the equipment (inspectable causes)
C) Other potential failure scenarios resulting from events such as power failures
or human errors

Which of these statements are true regarding the QRA and an RBI
analysis?
A) Both are generally performed by experienced risk analysts
B) The QRA typically involves a much more detailed evaluation than an RBI
analysis
C) There are never opportunities to link the less detailed QRA with the more
detailed RBI study
D) None of these statements are true

Which of these statements are true regarding the QRA and an RBI
analysis?
A) Both are generally performed by experienced risk analysts
B) The QRA typically involves a much more detailed evaluation than an RBI
analysis
C) There are never opportunities to link the less detailed QRA with the more
detailed RBI study
D) None of these statements are true

How are QRA models evaluated to provide insights into the level of risk
and important risk factors?
A) Quantitatively
B) Qualitatively
C) Probabilistically
D) Semi-quantitatively
How are QRA models evaluated to provide insights into the level of risk
and important risk factors?
A) Quantitatively
B) Qualitatively
C) Probabilistically
D) Semi-quantitatively
Which of these is not relevant to a Quantitative Risk Analysis?
A) Facility design, operating practices, and operating history
B) Potential environmental and health effects
C) Component reliability and human actions
D) The physical root cause of accidents

Which of these is not relevant to a Quantitative Risk Analysis?
A) Facility design, operating practices, and operating history
B) Potential environmental and health effects
C) Component reliability and human actions
D) The physical root cause of accidents

Q- 01: Quantitative Approach [6.3.3]
Semi-quantitative is a term that describes any approach that has aspects
derived from:
A) Either the qualitative and the quantitative approaches
B) Both the qualitative and the quantitative approaches
C) Only the quantitative approach using less analysis

Semi-quantitative is a term that describes any approach that has aspects
derived from:
A) Either the qualitative and the quantitative approaches
B) Both the qualitative and the quantitative approaches
C) Only the quantitative approach using less analysis

Which of these statements are FALSE regarding the semi-quantitative
approach?
A) It uses the benefits of both a qualitative approach (speed) and a quantitative
approach (rigor)
B) Most of the data used in a quantitative approach is needed for this approach
but in less detail
C) Models may not be as rigorous as those used for the quantitative approach
D) None of the statements are false

Which of these statements are FALSE regarding the semi-quantitative
approach?
A) It uses the benefits of both a qualitative approach (speed) and a quantitative
approach (rigor)
B) Most of the data used in a quantitative approach is needed for this approach
but in less detail
C) Models may not be as rigorous as those used for the quantitative approach
D) None of the statements are false

Q-01 : Continuum of Approaches [6.3.4]
Which statement is correct regarding API 580 Figure 4 block diagram shown above?
A) Fig. 4 (RBI Planning process) shows all essential elements of planning based on risk analysis
B) Fig. 4 (RBI Planning process) is missing 1 essential planning element based on risk analysis
C) Fig. 4 (RBI Planning process) shows all essential elements of planning based on risk
management .
D) Fig. 4 (RBI Planning process) is missing 1 essential planning element based on risk
management .
Q-01 : Continuum of Approaches [6.3.4]
Which statement is correct regarding API 580 Figure 4 block diagram shown above?
A) Fig. 4 (RBI Planning process) shows all essential elements of planning based on risk analysis
B) Fig. 4 (RBI Planning process) is missing 1 essential planning element based on risk analysis
C) Fig. 4 (RBI Planning process) shows all essential elements of planning based on risk
management .
D) Fig. 4 (RBI Planning process) is missing 1 essential planning element based on risk
management .
Q-02: Continuum of Approaches [6.3.4]
The dotted line (square) surrounding COF and POF (API 580 Figure 4 above) indicates:
A) RBI Planning process
B) Risk assessment process
C) Risk analysis process
D) Risk Estimation process
The dotted line (square) surrounding COF and POF (API 580 Figure 4 above) indicates:
A) RBI Planning process
B) Risk assessment process
C) Risk analysis process
D) Risk Estimation process
Which element (if any) is missing from API 580 Figure 4 block diagram shown above?
A) Risk analysis validation
B) Risk Assessment
C) Reassessment
D) No elements are missing
Which element (if any) is missing from API 580 Figure 4 block diagram shown above?
A) Risk analysis validation
B) Risk Assessment
C) Reassessment
D) No elements are missing
Regarding RBI planning process using the continuum of approaches, which
of these statements is FALSE?
A) Risk Assessment Process includes both Consequence of Failure and
Probability of Failure
B) Risk Assessment Process results in a risk ranking that is then applied to
Inspection Planning
C) After Inspection Plans, any Mitigation results in Reassessment and more Data
and Information collection
D) Data and information Collection is performed only after initial Risk Assessment
Process (COF/ POF)
Regarding RBI planning process using the continuum of approaches, which of these
statements is FALSE?
A) Risk Assessment Process includes both Consequence of Failure and Probability of Failure
B) Risk Assessment Process results in a risk ranking that is then applied to Inspection Planning
C) After Inspection Plans, any Mitigation results in Reassessment and more Data and Information collection
D) Data and information Collection is performed only after initial Risk Assessment Process (COF/ POF)
Q-01: Precision vs Accuracy [6.4]
Which statement is NOT TRUE regarding Accuracy versus Precision in risk
analysis?
A) RBI analysis depends on using a sound methodology, quality data, and
knowledgeable personnel
B) Accuracy is a function of the analysis methodology, the quality of the data and
consistency of application
C) Regarding risk analysis, there is little significant difference between accuracy
and precision
D) Precision is a function of the selected metrics and computational methods.
analysis?
C) Regarding risk analysis, there is little significant difference between
accuracy and precision
analysis?
C) Regarding risk analysis, there is little significant difference between accuracy
and precision
Which statements is TRUE regarding Accuracy versus Precision in risk
analysis?
A) Accuracy is a function of selected metrics and computational methods
B) Regarding risk analysis, there is little significant difference between accuracy
and precision
C) Precision is a function of analysis methodology and quality of data and
application consistency
D) RBI analysis depends on using a sound methodology, quality data, and
Which statements is TRUE regarding Accuracy versus Precision in risk
analysis?
A) Accuracy is a function of selected metrics and computational methods
B) Regarding risk analysis, there is little significant difference between accuracy
and precision
C) Precision is a function of analysis methodology and quality of data and
application consistency
D) RBI analysis depends on using a sound methodology, quality data, and
What statement is true regarding risk when using a precise numeric value
(quantitative risk plot) when compared to a qualitative risk matrix (precision versus
accuracy)?
A) A precise number value implies a greater level of accuracy when compared to a risk
matrix
B) A precise number values implies a lower level of accuracy when compared to a risk
matrix
C) A precise number value implies a greater level of precision when compared to a risk
matrix
D) A precise number values implies a lower level of precision when compared to a risk
matrix
What statement is true regarding risk when using a precise numeric value
(quantitative risk plot) when compared to a qualitative risk matrix (precision versus
accuracy)?
A) A precise number value implies a greater level of accuracy when compared to a
risk matrix
B) A precise number values implies a lower level of accuracy when compared to a risk
matrix
C) A precise number value implies a greater level of precision when compared to a risk
matrix
D) A precise number values implies a lower level of precision when compared to a risk
matrix
Q-01: Understanding How RBI Can Help to Manage Operating Risks [6.5]
The suitability and current condition of equipment within the current
operating envelope we determine the:
A) Consequence of failure.
B) Probability of failure.
C) Total risk.
D) Likelihood of repair.
The suitability and current condition of equipment within the current
operating envelope we determine the:
A) Consequence of failure.
B) Probability of failure.
C) Total risk.
D) Likelihood of repair.
Regarding RBI & Managing Operational Risk, suitability and current
condition of the equipment within the established IOW (integrity operating
windows) will determine:
A) Both the POF and COF of the equipment from one or more damage
mechanisms
B) The POF of the equipment from one or more damage mechanisms
C) The COF of the equipment from one or more damage mechanisms
Regarding RBI & Managing Operational Risk, suitability and current
condition of the equipment within the established IOW (integrity operating
windows) will determine:
A) Both the POF and COF of the equipment from one or more damage
mechanisms
B) The POF of the equipment from one or more damage mechanisms
C) The COF of the equipment from one or more damage mechanisms
Regarding RBI & Operational risk, Mechanical integrity & functional
performance of equipment depends on the suitability of the equipment to
operate safely and reliably (when)?
A) Under the normal and abnormal (upset) operating conditions to which the
equipment is exposed.
B) Only under the normal operating conditions that the equipment will be exposed.
C) Only under abnormal (upset) operating conditions that equipment is exposed.
Regarding RBI & Operational risk, Mechanical integrity & functional
performance of equipment depends on the suitability of the equipment to
operate safely and reliably (when)?
A) Under the normal and abnormal (upset) operating conditions to which the
equipment is exposed.
B) Only under the normal operating conditions that the equipment will be exposed.
C) Only under abnormal (upset) operating conditions that equipment is exposed.
Regarding RBI & Managing Operational Risk, risk changes with time and is:
A) Dynamic, so inspection plans must be easily updatable when changes occur
B) Certain, so any changes in operation are not outside of the IOW
C) Variable, so that operating variables are within the IOW

Regarding RBI & Managing Operational Risk, risk changes with time and is:
A) Dynamic, so inspection plans must be easily updatable when changes
occur
B) Certain, so any changes in operation are not outside of the IOW
C) Variable, so that operating variables are within the IOW

Q-01: Risk Management Through Inspection [6.6.1]
The objective of RBI is
A) to direct management’s decision process of prioritizing resources to manage risk
B) to direct management’s decision process of prioritizing resources to inspection
C) to direct management’s decision process of prioritizing resources to Reduction risk

The objective of RBI is
A) to direct management’s decision process of prioritizing resources to manage
risk
B) to direct management’s decision process of prioritizing resources to inspection
C) to direct management’s decision process of prioritizing resources to Reduction risk

To manage risk, the objective of RBI is to direct management’s decision
process for:
A) Providing funding for Inspections
B) Funding mitigation efforts
C) Prioritizing the resources
D) Providing Risk Analysts

To manage risk, the objective of RBI is to direct management’s decision
process for
A) Providing funding for Inspections
B) Funding mitigation efforts
C) Prioritizing the resources
D) Providing Risk Analysts

Inspection influences uncertainty of risk associated with pressure equipment
by improving the knowledge of the deterioration state and the:
A) Predictability of COF
B) Predictability of POF
C) Unpredictability of POF
D) Unpredictability of COF
Inspection influences uncertainty of risk associated with pressure equipment
by improving the knowledge of the deterioration state and the:
A) Predictability of COF
B) Predictability of POF
C) Unpredictability of POF
D) Unpredictability of COF
Risk management activity (providing new information) that may lead to risk
reduction:
A) Inspection
B) Analysis
C) Mitigation
D) None of these
Risk management activity (providing new information) that may lead to risk
reduction:
A) Inspection
B) Analysis
C) Mitigation
D) None of these
Impending failure of pressure equipment is not avoided by inspection
activities unless the inspection precipitates risk mitigation activities that
change the:
A) COF
B) POF
C) Design premise
D) None of these
Impending failure of pressure equipment is not avoided by inspection
activities unless the inspection precipitates risk mitigation activities that
change the:
A) COF
B) POF
C) Design premise
D) None of these
Q-01: Using RBI to Establish Inspection Plans and Priorities [6.6.2]
A logical and structured process for planning & evaluating inspection
activities for pressure equipment is:
A) Risk Analysis
B) RBI
C) Inspection Planning
D) Mitigation
A logical and structured process for planning & evaluating inspection
activities for pressure equipment is:
A) Risk Analysis
B) RBI
C) Inspection Planning
D) Mitigation
The primary product of an RBI effort should be:
A) Inspection plan for every equipment item
B) Inspection plan for each equipment item evaluated
C) Inspection plan for each high risk equipment item evaluated

The primary product of an RBI effort should be:
A) Inspection plan for every equipment item
B) Inspection plan for each equipment item evaluated
C) Inspection plan for each high risk equipment item evaluated

The inspection plan should detail (what) related to the current operation?
A) POF
B) Mitigated risk
C) Unmitigated risk
D) None of these
The inspection plan should detail (what) related to the current operation?
A) POF
B) Mitigated risk
C) Unmitigated risk
D) None of these
For risks considered unacceptable, the inspection plan should contain
(what)?
A) Mitigation actions that are required to reduce mitigated risk to acceptable levels
B) Mitigation actions that are required to reduce unmitigated risk to acceptable
levels
C) Mitigation actions that are recommended to reduce mitigated risk to acceptable
levels
D) Mitigation actions that are recommended to reduce unmitigated risk to
acceptable levels
For risks considered unacceptable, the inspection plan should contain
(what)?
A) Mitigation actions that are required to reduce mitigated risk to acceptable levels
B) Mitigation actions that are required to reduce unmitigated risk to acceptable
levels
C) Mitigation actions that are recommended to reduce mitigated risk to acceptable
levels
D) Mitigation actions that are recommended to reduce unmitigated risk to
acceptable levels
An RBI inspection plan should specify the:
A) Type, scope, and timing of inspection.
B) Risk ranking of each piece of equipment.
C) Deterioration mechanisms and anticipated failure modes.
D) Probability of failure before mitigation.



The urgency of performing inspection activities depends primarily upon:-
A) The magnitude of the consequence.
B) The level of unmitigated risk.
C) Previous inspection findings and corrosion rates.
D) Jurisdictional requirements.
.
The urgency of performing inspection activities depends primarily upon:-
A) The magnitude of the consequence.
B) The level of unmitigated risk.
C) Previous inspection findings and corrosion rates.
D) Jurisdictional requirements.
.
A level of an unmitigated risk should be used to evaluate the:
A) Time to perform an inspection
B) Urgency for performing an inspection
C) Interval for performance of an inspection
.
A level of an unmitigated risk should be used to evaluate the:
A) Time to perform an inspection
B) Urgency for performing an inspection
C) Interval for performance of an inspection
.
Q-01: Evaluation and Fitness-For-Service Analysis [6.6.3]
Evaluation of the results of the inspection and examination activities and
conducting an assessment of fitness for continued service are key parts of
what process?
A) Mitigation
B) Risk Analysis
C) Engineering Analysis
D) RBI
Evaluation of the results of the inspection and examination activities and
conducting an assessment of fitness for continued service are key parts of
what process?
A) Mitigation
B) Risk Analysis
C) Engineering Analysis
D) RBI
Without evaluation of insp. results and assessment of equipment Fitness-
For-Service after the inspection, what important risk management goal may
not be accomplished?
A) Effective risk assessment
B) Effective risk reduction
C) Effective risk analysis
Without evaluation of insp. results and assessment of equipment Fitness-
For-Service after the inspection, what important risk management goal may
not be accomplished?
A) Effective risk assessment
B) Effective risk reduction
C) Effective risk analysis
When deterioration is within known acceptable limits, Fitness-For-Service
assessment is most often accomplished through:
A) knowledge and expertise of the inspector and engineers involved
B) knowledge and expertise of e of inspector involved only
C) knowledge and expertise of engineers involved only
When deterioration is within known acceptable limits, Fitness-For-Service
assessment is most often accomplished through:
A) knowledge and expertise of the inspector and engineers involved
B) knowledge and expertise of e of inspector involved only
C) knowledge and expertise of engineers involved only
Fitness-For-Service assessment may on occasion require engineering
analysis:
A) In accordance with the Quality Plan
B) And Specialist knowledge and expertise
C) In accordance with API 579-1/ASME FFS-1
Fitness-For-Service assessment may on occasion require engineering
analysis:
A) In accordance with the Quality Plan
B) And Specialist knowledge and expertise
C) In accordance with API 579-1/ASME FFS-1
Q-01: Other Risk Management [6.6.4]
In which of the following situations is there usually a potential for risk
management through inspection?
A) Risk is dominated by consequence.
B) Deterioration mechanism is high-cycle fatigue cracking.
C) Risk is dominated by probability.
D) Failures are event driven.
In which of the following situations is there usually a potential for risk
management through inspection?
A) Risk is dominated by consequence.
B) Deterioration mechanism is high-cycle fatigue cracking.
C) Risk is dominated by probability.
D) Failures are event driven.
Examples where inspection may not be sufficient to manage risks to
acceptable levels include all of these EXCEPT:
A) Equipment highly susceptible to failure mechanisms such as brittle fracture and
fatigue
B) Probability-dominated or residual risks
C) Equipment nearing retirement
D) Consequence-dominated risks
Examples where inspection may not be sufficient to manage risks to
acceptable levels include all of these EXCEPT:
A) Equipment highly susceptible to failure mechanisms such as brittle fracture and
fatigue
B) Probability-dominated or residual risks
C) Equipment nearing retirement
D) Consequence-dominated risks
Inspection may not be sufficient to manage risks to acceptable levels when:
A) Equipment is susceptible to failure mechanisms requiring specialized inspection
to detect
B) Unacceptable levels of residual risk exist
C) Equipment is being placed into service
D) Risks are Consequence-dominated
Inspection may not be sufficient to manage risks to acceptable levels when:
A) Equipment is susceptible to failure mechanisms requiring specialized inspection
to detect
B) Unacceptable levels of residual risk exist
C) Equipment is being placed into service
D) Risks are Consequence-dominated
Q-01: Relationship Between RBI and Other Risk-Based and Safety Initiatives [6.7.1]
The RBI methodology is intended to:
A) Complement other safety initiatives.
B) Replace mechanical integrity programs.
C) Replace overly restrictive regulatory requirements.
D) Replace intrusive inspections

The RBI methodology is intended to:
A) Complement other safety initiatives.
B) Replace mechanical integrity programs.
C) Replace overly restrictive regulatory requirements.
D) Replace intrusive inspections

Which statement is FALSE regarding the relationship between RBI and Other
Risk-Based and Safety Initiatives?
A) Output from several of the risk-based and safety initiatives can provide input to
RBI efforts
B) RBI methodology is intended to complement other risk-based and safety
initiatives
C) RBI outputs can be substituted for several safety and risk-based initiatives
D) RBI outputs may be used to improve safety and risk-based initiatives
Which statement is FALSE regarding the relationship between RBI and Other
Risk-Based and Safety Initiatives?
A) Output from several of the risk-based and safety initiatives can provide input to
RBI efforts
B) RBI methodology is intended to complement other risk-based and safety
initiatives
C) RBI outputs can be substituted for several safety and risk-based
initiatives
D) RBI outputs may be used to improve safety and risk-based initiatives
Q-01: Planning the RBI Assessment [7.1]
Which of the following should be identified at the beginning of an RBI
assessment?
A) Data to be used.
B) Plans used by similar facilities.
C) Person with sole responsibility for preparing the plan
D) Person who will obtain Jurisdictional authority approval.

Which of the following should be identified at the beginning of an RBI
assessment?
A) Data to be used.
B) Plans used by similar facilities.
C) Person with sole responsibility for preparing the plan
D) Person who will obtain Jurisdictional authority approval.

An RBI assessment is:-
A) A team-based process.
B) An inspection-based process.
C) preparing the plan .
D) Creating the team and plan.

An RBI assessment is:-
A) A team-based process.
B) An inspection-based process.
C) preparing the plan .
D) Creating the team and plan.

When planning an RBI assessment, which of these is done to focus the effort
when just getting started?
A) Aligning priorities
B) Identifying boundaries
C) Creating the team
D) Screening
When planning an RBI assessment, which of these is done to focus the effort
when just getting started?
A) Aligning priorities
B) Identifying boundaries
C) Creating the team
D) Screening
At the beginning of an RBI exercise, it is important to answer all these
questions except:
A) What codes and standards are applicable
B) When will the assessment be completed
C) What will be the maintenance cost and loss of production
D) How long will the assessment remain in effect and when it will be updated
At the beginning of an RBI exercise, it is important to answer all these
questions except:
A) What codes and standards are applicable
B) When will the assessment be completed
C) What will be the maintenance cost and loss of production
D) How long will the assessment remain in effect and when it will be updated
Once the planning portion of RBI process has been completed, what is the
next step?
A) Assessing probability of failure (POF) and consequence of failure (COF)
B) Data and information required for collection should be identified
C) Identifying damage mechanisms and failure modes
D) Risk determination, assessment, and management

Once the planning portion of RBI process has been completed, what is the
next step?
A) Assessing probability of failure (POF) and consequence of failure (COF)
B) Data and information required for collection should be identified
C) Identifying damage mechanisms and failure modes
D) Risk determination, assessment, and management

Q-01: Data and Information Collection for RBI Assessment [8.1]
Data collected for RBI assessment will provide the information needed to
assess:
A) Potential damage mechanisms, failure modes and scenarios of failure
B) Existing damage mechanisms and damage modes in equipment
C) Potential damage mechanisms, damage modes and POF/COF
D) Existing damage mechanisms and damage modes

Data collected for RBI assessment will provide the information needed to
assess:
A) Potential damage mechanisms, failure modes and scenarios of failure
B) Existing damage mechanisms and damage modes in equipment
C) Potential damage mechanisms, damage modes and POF/COF
D) Existing damage mechanisms and damage modes

The precision of the data collected should be consistent with the:
A) Approach selected (equipment, system, process unit, facility)
B) Inspection planning and assessment methodology
C) RBI method used
D) Level of the risk

The precision of the data collected should be consistent with the:
A) Approach selected (equipment, system, process unit, facility)
B) Inspection planning and assessment methodology
C) RBI method used
D) Level of the risk

Q-01: Data Needs for Qualitative RBI [8.2.1]
compared to quantitative analysis, qualitative analysis using broad
ranges generally require:
A) A lower level of judgment, skill, and understanding.
B) Greater accuracy in data input to compensate for lower precision of the
models.
C) A higher level of judgment, skill, and understanding.
D) Better training in understanding the impact of data quality

compared to quantitative analysis, qualitative analysis using broad
ranges generally require:
A) A lower level of judgment, skill, and understanding.
B) Greater accuracy in data input to compensate for lower precision of the
models.
C) A higher level of judgment, skill, and understanding.
D) Better training in understanding the impact of data quality

Q-02: Data Needs for Quantitative RBI [8.2.2]
Which type of RBI typically requires the most detailed information and data
for models?
A) Quantitative.
B) Semi- quantitative.
C) Qualitative.
D) Semi- qualitative.
Which type of RBI typically requires the most detailed information and data
for models?
A) Quantitative.
B) Semi- quantitative.
C) Qualitative.
D) Semi- qualitative.
Generally, a qualitative analysis uses broad ranges that require which of the
following from the user when compared to a more quantitative approach?
A) A higher level of judgment, skill and understanding from the user
B) An equal level of judgment, skill and understanding from the user
C) A lesser level of judgment, skill and understanding from the user
D) None of these are correct, despite the simplicity of the approach

Generally, a qualitative analysis uses broad ranges that require which of the
following from the user when compared to a more quantitative approach?
A) A higher level of judgment, skill and understanding from the user
B) An equal level of judgment, skill and understanding from the user
C) A lesser level of judgment, skill and understanding from the user
D) None of these are correct, despite the simplicity of the approach

QRA uses logic models depicting:
A) Progression of accidents and the transport of a hazardous material to the
environment
B) Combinations of events that could transport hazardous material to the
environment
C) Progression of events and the transport of a hazardous material to the
environment
D) Combinations of events that could result in severe accidents

QRA uses logic models depicting:
A) Progression of accidents and the transport of a hazardous material to the
environment
B) Combinations of events that could transport hazardous material to the
environment
C) Progression of events and the transport of a hazardous material to the
environment
D) Combinations of events that could result in severe accidents

How are the QRA models evaluated?
A) Both qualitatively and quantitatively
B) Quantitatively only
C) Qualitatively only
D) Probabilistically
How are the QRA models evaluated?
A) Both qualitatively and quantitatively
B) Quantitatively only
C) Qualitatively only
D) Probabilistically
Q-01: Data Quality [8.3]
The data quality has a direct relation to the:
A) Relative ranking of risk in an RBI analysis
B) Relative accuracy of the RBI analysis
C) Precision of the RBI analysis

The data quality has a direct relation to the:
A) Relative ranking of risk in an RBI analysis
B) Relative accuracy of the RBI analysis
C) Precision of the RBI analysis

Quality of input data is :
A) has a direct relation to the Relative ranking of risk in an RBI analysis
B) not equally important what approach to RBI is selected
C) equally important no matter what approach to RBI is selected.

Quality of input data is :
A) has a direct relation to the Relative ranking of risk in an RBI analysis
B) not equally important what approach to RBI is selected
C) equally important no matter what approach to RBI is selected.

Which of these is NOT a reason for inspection data quality errors?
A) Baseline inspections were performed
B) Outdated drawings and documentation
C) Inspection error, clerical and data transcription errors
D) Measurement equipment accuracy, incorrect assumptions on equipment history

Which of these is NOT a reason for inspection data quality errors?
A) Baseline inspections were performed
B) Outdated drawings and documentation
C) Inspection error, clerical and data transcription errors
D) Measurement equipment accuracy, incorrect assumptions on equipment history

It is beneficial to accuracy & quality of RBI analysis to assure that the data
input are:
A) Documented
B) Documented by risk analysis experts
C) Up to date and communicated to stakeholders
D) Up to date and validated by knowledgeable persons

It is beneficial to accuracy & quality of RBI analysis to assure that the data
input are:
A) Documented
B) Documented by risk analysis experts
C) Up to date and communicated to stakeholders
D) Up to date and validated by knowledgeable persons

Which of the following statements about codes and standards used to
design is:
A) They are necessary for any RBI review.
B) They can have a significant impact on RBI results.
C) They are only relevant if they meet jurisdictional requirements.
D) They have little effect on RBI results.

Which of the following statements about codes and standards used to
design is:
A) They are necessary for any RBI review.
B) They can have a significant impact on RBI results.
C) They are only relevant if they meet jurisdictional requirements.
D) They have little effect on RBI results.

Which of the following is not a relevant source of information for RBI
assessment?
A) Maintenance costs.
B) Site conditions (e.g., weather, seismic activity)
C) Incident investigation records.
D) Equipment replacement costs.

Which of the following is not a relevant source of information for RBI
assessment?
A) Maintenance costs.
B) Site conditions (e.g., weather, seismic activity)
C) Incident investigation records.
D) Equipment replacement costs.

Information for RBI can be found in many places within a facility. It is
important to stress that the precision of the data should match:
A) The complexity of the RBI method used
B) The sensitivity of the data that is needed
C) Any data that overlaps the analysis
.
Information for RBI can be found in many places within a facility. It is
important to stress that the precision of the data should match:
A) The complexity of the RBI method used
B) The sensitivity of the data that is needed
C) Any data that overlaps the analysis
.
Q-01: Damage Mechanisms and Failure Modes [9.1]
Damage mechanisms in the hydrocarbon process industry are addressed in:
A) API 510, 570 and 653
B) API 572, 574, and 575
C) ASME PCC-3
D) API 571
Damage mechanisms in the hydrocarbon process industry are addressed in:
A) API 510, 570 and 653
B) API 572, 574, and 575
C) ASME PCC-3
D) API 571
Per API 580, Damage mechanisms (DMs) include which of the following:
A) Corrosion, cracking, and metallurgical damage
B) Corrosion, cracking, mechanical/metallurgical damage
C) Corrosion, cracking, mechanical/metallurgical/environmental damage
D) Corrosion, cracking, mechanical/metallurgical/environmental damage, and
stress rupture
Per API 580, Damage mechanisms (DMs) include which of the following:
A) Corrosion, cracking, and metallurgical damage
B) Corrosion, cracking, mechanical/metallurgical damage
C) Corrosion, cracking, mechanical/metallurgical/environmental damage
D) Corrosion, cracking, mechanical/metallurgical/environmental damage, and
stress rupture
Understanding failure modes is important for all of these reasons except:
A) The analysis of the COF
B) The selection of repair techniques
C) The ability to make run-or-repair decisions
D) The selection of appropriate inspection intervals/due dates, locations and
techniques
Understanding failure modes is important for all of these reasons except:
A) The analysis of the COF
B) The selection of repair techniques
C) The ability to make run-or-repair decisions
D) The selection of appropriate inspection intervals/due dates, locations and
techniques
Q-01: Identification of Damage Mechanisms [9.1.1]
Identification of deterioration mechanisms, susceptibilities, and failure
modes is:
A) Essential to the quality and effectiveness of an RBI evaluation
B) The first step in the RBI process.
C) An alternative when good inspection data is lacking.
D) One of the most important outputs of an RBI assessment.

Q-01: Identification of Damage Mechanisms [9.1.1]
Identification of deterioration mechanisms, susceptibilities, and failure
modes is:
A) Essential to the quality and effectiveness of an RBI evaluation
B) The first step in the RBI process.
C) An alternative when good inspection data is lacking.
D) One of the most important outputs of an RBI assessment.

Q-01: Failure Modes [9.3]
Once a credible damage mechanism(s) has been identified, what else
should also be identified?
A) The associated damage modes
B) Any other associated damage mechanisms
C) The failure modes associated with the damage mechanism
D) Any associated potential damage modes and failure modes

Once a credible damage mechanism(s) has been identified, what else
should also be identified?
A) The associated damage modes
B) Any other associated damage mechanisms
C) The failure modes associated with the damage mechanism
D) Any associated potential damage modes and failure modes

Q-02: Failure Modes [9.3] / failure mode [4.1.19]
B) A small hole.
C) Fatigue damage.

Q-02: Failure Modes [9.3] / failure mode [4.1.19]
B) A small hole.
C) Fatigue damage.

Examples of failure modes include all of the following except:
A) Leakage (pinhole leak, small to moderate leak, large leak)
B) Ductile rupture
C) Brittle fracture
D) Cracking
Examples of failure modes include all of the following except:
A) Leakage (pinhole leak, small to moderate leak, large leak)
B) Ductile rupture
C) Brittle fracture
D) Cracking
Q-01: Tabulating Results [9.5]
When tabulating results of a damage mechanisms and failure modes
analysis for RBI, which of the following should NOT be indicated?
A) A list of credible damage mechanism(s)
B) A list of credible damage mode(s) resulting from damage mechanisms(s)
C) A list of credible failure mode(s) resulting from the damage mechanisms(s)
D) A ranking of credible failure mode(s) that are resulting from the damage mode(s)
Q-01: Tabulating Results [9.5]
When tabulating results of a damage mechanisms and failure modes
analysis for RBI, which of the following should NOT be indicated?
A) A list of credible damage mechanism(s)
B) A list of credible damage mode(s) resulting from damage mechanisms(s)
C) A list of credible failure mode(s) resulting from the damage mechanisms(s)
D) A ranking of credible failure mode(s) that are resulting from the damage mode(s)
Q-01: Assessing Probability of Failure (POF) [10.1]
Inspection and inspection engineers typically reduce the risk associated
with deterioration mechanisms by reducing:
A) Only the probability of failure.
B) Primarily the consequence of failure.
C) Both the probability and consequence of failure.
D) The intervals between inspections.

Inspection and inspection engineers typically reduce the risk associated
with deterioration mechanisms by reducing:
A) Only the probability of failure.
B) Primarily the consequence of failure.
C) Both the probability and consequence of failure.
D) The intervals between inspections.

Analysis of the probability of failure should address:
A) Potential for adverse consequences resulting from a release.
B) Failure modes that will lead to the highest consequence.
C) All deterioration mechanisms to which the equipment is susceptible.
D) Anything that might cause a release of hazardous substances.

Analysis of the probability of failure should address:
A) Potential for adverse consequences resulting from a release.
B) Failure modes that will lead to the highest consequence.
C) All deterioration mechanisms to which the equipment is susceptible.
D) Anything that might cause a release of hazardous substances.

The probability that a specific consequence will occur is the product of the:
A) POF and the probability of a scenario under consideration assuming that a
failure has occurred
B) POF and the probability of a scenario under consideration assuming that
damage has occurred
C) POF and probability of a scenario under consideration

The probability that a specific consequence will occur is the product of the:
A) POF and the probability of a scenario under consideration assuming that
a failure has occurred
B) POF and the probability of a scenario under consideration assuming that
damage has occurred
C) POF and probability of a scenario under consideration

The POF analysis should address all of the following items except:
A) All damage mechanisms to which the equipment being studied.
B) All damage mechanisms to which the equipment can be susceptible
C) Situations where equipment is or can be susceptible to multiple DMs (thinning,
creep, etc.)
D) Failure due to loss of containment occurring from any number of reasons due
to failure modes
The POF analysis should address all of the following items except:
A) All damage mechanisms to which the equipment being studied.
B) All damage mechanisms to which the equipment can be susceptible
C) Situations where equipment is or can be susceptible to multiple DMs (thinning,
creep, etc.)
D) Failure due to loss of containment occurring from any number of
reasons due to failure modes

The POF analysis should have all of the following characteristics except:
A) It should be measurable
B) It should be repeatable
C) It should be credible
D) It should be documented
The POF analysis should have all of the following characteristics except:
A) It should be measurable
B) It should be repeatable
C) It should be credible
D) It should be documented
A probability analysis in an RBI program is performed to estimate the
probability of:
A) Failure due to loss of containment occurring from any number of reasons due to
failure modes
B) Specific adverse consequence resulting from loss of containment occurring from
a DM(s)
C) Loss of containment due to leak or rupture
A probability analysis in an RBI program is performed to estimate the
probability of:
A) Failure due to loss of containment occurring from any number of reasons due to
failure modes
B) Specific adverse consequence resulting from loss of containment
occurring from a DM(s)
C) Loss of containment due to leak or rupture
Q-01: Units of Measure in the POF Analysis. [10.2]
Probability of failure is most commonly expressed in terms of:
A) Events per year.
B) Number of events.
C) Frequency.
D) Likelihood of failure mode.

Probability of failure is most commonly expressed in terms of:
A) Events per year.
B) Number of events.
C) Frequency.
D) Likelihood of failure mode.

Which of the following is not an expression of frequency?
A) Failures per run.
B) Mils per year.
C) Low rate.
D) Failures per year.

Which of the following is not an expression of frequency?
A) Failures per run.
B) Mils per year.
C) Low rate.
D) Failures per year.

Regarding POF analysis, frequency is expressed as a:
A) Number of events
B) Fraction or Percentage
C) Number of events occurring during a specific time frame

Regarding POF analysis, frequency is expressed as a:
A) Number of events
B) Fraction or Percentage
C) Number of events occurring during a specific time frame

The POF is typically expressed in terms of:
A) Probability
B) Percentages
C) Numbers
D) Frequency
The POF is typically expressed in terms of:
A) Probability
B) Percentages
C) Numbers
D) Frequency
For a qualitative analysis, the POF may be:
A) Categorized such as high, medium and low, or one thru five or by other similar
means
B) Identified solely as a whole number or as a fraction or a percentage
C) Identified as a degree of belief using a fraction or percentage

A) Categorized such as high, medium and low, or one thru five or by other
similar means

API 580 Tables 1 & 2 above illustrate:

A) Units of measure in the POF analysis expressed
as a frequency using quantitative ranking
B) Units of measure in the POF analysis expressed
as a frequency using qualitative ranking
C) Probability ranking based on a sensitivity
analysis using a quantitative approach
D) Probability of a specific event occurring based
on a qualitative approach
API 580 Tables 1 & 2 above illustrate:

A) Units of measure in the POF analysis expressed
as a frequency using quantitative ranking
B) Units of measure in the POF analysis
expressed as a frequency using qualitative
ranking
C) Probability ranking based on a sensitivity
analysis using a quantitative approach
D) Probability of a specific event occurring based
on a qualitative approach
Q-01: Types of Probability Analysis [10.3.1]
Most probability assessments use:
A) Qualitative approach
B) Quantitative approach
C) Semi-Qualitative approach
D) A blend of qualitative and quantitative approaches

Q-01: Types of Probability Analysis [10.3.1]
Most probability assessments use:
A) Qualitative approach
B) Quantitative approach
C) Semi-Qualitative approach
D) A blend of qualitative and quantitative approaches

Q-02: Qualitative POF Analysis. [10.3.2]
What is the basis for a Qualitative POF assessment using knowledge of the
operating history, future inspection and maintenance plans and possible
materials deterioration?
A) Expert opinion
B) Inspector judgment
C) Engineering judgment
D) None of these
What is the basis for a Qualitative POF assessment using knowledge of the
operating history, future inspection and maintenance plans and possible
materials deterioration?
A) Expert opinion
B) Inspector judgment
C) Engineering judgment
D) None of these
A) Categorized such as high, medium and low, or one thru five or by other similar
means

A) Categorized such as high, medium and low, or one thru five or by other
similar means

Q-01: Determination of POF [10.4.1]
Which of the following is one of the primary considerations in determining
failure probability?
A) Age of equipment.
B) Failure mode.
C) Deterioration mechanisms.
D) Inspection effectiveness.
Which of the following is one of the primary considerations in determining
failure probability?
A) Age of equipment.
B) Failure mode.
C) Deterioration mechanisms.
D) Inspection effectiveness.
One of the factors in determining the probability of failure caused by
deterioration is the:
A) Uncertainty of process operations.
B) Maximum allowable working pressure.
C) Likelihood of rupture.
D) Rate of deterioration.
One of the factors in determining the probability of failure caused by
deterioration is the:
A) Uncertainty of process operations.
B) Maximum allowable working pressure.
C) Likelihood of rupture.
D) Rate of deterioration.
Q-01: Determine the Deterioration Susceptibility and Rate [10.4.2]
Deterioration rate can be expressed in terms of:
A) Loss rate in mils per year and high/med/low probability for environmental
cracking (SCC)
B) Loss rate in mils per year and active/aggressive probability for environmental
cracks (SCC)
C) Corrosion rate for thinning or Susceptibility for DMs having unknown deterioration
rates.
D) High, medium or low based on environmental conditions/construction material
combinations
Deterioration rate can be expressed in terms of:
cracking (SCC)
cracks (SCC)
C) Corrosion rate for thinning or Susceptibility for DMs having unknown
deterioration rates.
combinations
Susceptibility can be expressed in terms of:
cracking (SCC)
cracks (SCC)
rates.
combinations
Susceptibility can be expressed in terms of:
cracking (SCC)
cracks (SCC)
rates.
D) High, medium or low based on environmental conditions/construction
material combinations
The deterioration rate in specific process equipment is often not known with
certainty. The ability to state the rate of deterioration precisely is affected by
all of these items except:
A) Inspector’s expertise
B) Process and metallurgical variations
C) Equipment complexity and the type of damage mechanism
D) Inaccessibility for inspection, and limitations of inspection and test methods
The deterioration rate in specific process equipment is often not known with
certainty. The ability to state the rate of deterioration precisely is affected by
all of these items except:
All is correct
A) Inspector’s expertise
B) Process and metallurgical variations
C) Equipment complexity and the type of damage mechanism
D) Inaccessibility for inspection, and limitations of inspection and test methods
➢ LIMITATIONS of inspection and test methods and the inspector’s expertise.

group components that have the same material of construction and are
exposed to the same internal and external environment. This is considered
one method of__________
A) determining Corrosion rate and susceptibility .
B) determining COF
C) determining Damage mechanisms
D) determining Damage mechanisms and susceptibility
group components that have the same material of construction and are
exposed to the same internal and external environment. This is considered
one method of__________
A) determining Corrosion rate and susceptibility .
B) determining COF
C) determining Damage mechanisms
D) determining Damage mechanisms and susceptibility
Sources of deterioration rate information include all of the following except:
A) Published data and unpublished company data, and previous inspection data
B) Laboratory testing, In-situ testing and in-service monitoring
C) Experience with similar equipment
D) Corrosion Specialist opinion
Sources of deterioration rate information include all of the following except:
A) Published data and unpublished company data, and previous inspection data
B) Laboratory testing, In-situ testing and in-service monitoring
C) Experience with similar equipment
D) Corrosion Specialist opinion
Q-01: Determine Failure Mode. [10.4.3]
Which of these statements linking the damage mechanism to the failure mode
is false?
A) Stress corrosion cracking can develop into small through-wall cracks or
catastrophic ruptures
B) Metallurgical deterioration and mechanical damage can vary from small holes to
ruptures
C) Localized corrosion and pitting can lead to large hole-sized leaks or ruptures
D) General thinning from corrosion often leads to larger leaks or rupture
Q-01: Determine Failure Mode. [10.4.3]
Which of these statements linking the damage mechanism to the failure mode
is false?
A) Stress corrosion cracking can develop into small through-wall cracks or
catastrophic ruptures
B) Metallurgical deterioration and mechanical damage can vary from small holes to
ruptures
C) Localized corrosion and pitting can lead to large hole-sized leaks or
ruptures
D) General thinning from corrosion often leads to larger leaks or rupture
Q-01: Quantify Effectiveness of Past Inspection Program. [10.4.4]
The effectiveness of future inspections can be optimized by:
A) Use standard NDE methods for all DMs
B) Adjusting the inspection frequency only
C) Adjusting the inspection coverage only
D) None of the above are correct

D) None of the above are correct

❖ The effectiveness of future inspections can be optimized by
➢ utilization of NDE methods better suited for the active/ credible damage mechanisms,
➢ adjusting the inspection coverage, adjusting the inspection frequency or some combination thereof.
D) Adjusting inspection coverage, inspection frequency or some combination thereof

D) Adjusting inspection coverage, inspection frequency or some combination
thereof
Q-01: Other Risk Mitigation [14.1]
Which of the following statements about risk mitigation activities is correct?
A) All methods reduce the magnitude of consequence or the probability of failure.
B) Inspection is not always the most cost effective method.
C) The most important method is equipment repair and replacement.
D) Inspection is the most cost effective method.

Which of the following statements about risk mitigation activities is correct?
A) All methods reduce the magnitude of consequence or the probability of failure.
B) Inspection is not always the most cost effective method.
C) The most important method is equipment repair and replacement.
D) Inspection is the most cost effective method.

Non-inspection risk mitigation activities fall into all of these categories
EXCEPT:
A) Enhance the survivability of the facility and people to the consequence
B) Mitigate the primary source of consequence
C) Reduce the magnitude of consequence
D) Reduce the COF

Non-inspection risk mitigation activities fall into all of these categories
EXCEPT:
A) Enhance the survivability of the facility and people to the consequence
B) Mitigate the primary source of consequence
C) Reduce the magnitude of consequence
D) Reduce the COF

☼ 14.2 Equipment Replacement and Repair
❖ When equipment deterioration has reached a point that the risk of failure cannot be managed
to an acceptable level, replacement/repair is often the only way to mitigate the risk.
☼ 14.3 Evaluating Flaws for Fitness-For-Service

❖ Inspection may identify flaws in equipment. A Fitness-For-Service assessment (e.g. API 579-
1/ASME FFS-1) may be performed to determine if the equipment may continue to be safely
operated, under what conditions and for what time period.
❖ A Fitness-For-Service analysis can also be performed to determine what size flaws, if found in
future inspections, would require repair or equipment replacement.
When equipment deterioration has reached a point that the risk of failure
cannot be managed to an acceptable level, what is often the only way to
mitigate the risk?
A) Replacement or repair of equipment
B) Reduce magnitude of COF
C) Mitigate primary COF
D) Decommissioning
When equipment deterioration has reached a point that the risk of failure
cannot be managed to an acceptable level, what is often the only way to
mitigate the risk?
A) Replacement or repair of equipment
B) Reduce magnitude of COF
C) Mitigate primary COF
D) Decommissioning
Which of these may be performed to determine if the equipment may
continue to be safely operated when serious flaws are identified in the
equipment?
A) A sensitivity analysis considering details of the damage mechanism
B) A Fitness-for-Service assessment per API 579-1/ASME FFS-1
C) A normal RBI assessment considering the POF and COF
D) None of these
Which of these may be performed to determine if the equipment may
continue to be safely operated when serious flaws are identified in the
equipment?
A) A sensitivity analysis considering details of the damage mechanism
B) A Fitness-for-Service assessment per API 579-1/ASME FFS-1
C) A normal RBI assessment considering the POF and COF
D) None of these
Removal of dead-legs, provide ______________
A) mitigation of POF
B) mitigation of COF
C) mitigation of both POF and COF
D) None of these
Removal of dead-legs, provide ______________
A) mitigation of POF
B) mitigation of COF
C) mitigation of both POF and COF
D) None of these
Modification and redesign of equipment, utilizing a rigorous MOC process,
can provide mitigation of:
A) POF
B) COF
C) Both POF and COF
D) Process concerns especially bolting (fasteners)

Modification and redesign of equipment, utilizing a rigorous MOC process,
can provide mitigation of:
A) POF
B) COF
C) Both POF and COF
D) Process concerns especially bolting (fasteners)

Examples where Modification and redesign of equipment, utilizing a rigorous
MOC process, can provide mitigation of POF include all of these except:
A) Change metallurgy, add protective linings and coatings, or increased corrosion
allowance
B) Removal of Deadlegs, perform physical changes to help to control/minimize
deterioration
C) Injection point design changes and resizing of the relief device
D) Insulation system elimination

Examples where Modification and redesign of equipment, utilizing a rigorous
MOC process, can provide mitigation of POF include all of these except:
A) Change metallurgy, add protective linings and coatings, or increased corrosion
allowance
B) Removal of Deadlegs, perform physical changes to help to control/minimize
deterioration
C) Injection point design changes and resizing of the relief device
D) Insulation system elimination

Which of the following is most important to the success of risk mitigation by
emergency isolation?
A) Operations surveillance.
B) Chain-wheel-operated gate valves.
C) Fire deluge systems.
D) Proper isolation valve locations.

Which of the following is most important to the success of risk mitigation by
emergency isolation?
A) Operations surveillance.
B) Chain-wheel-operated gate valves.
C) Fire deluge systems.
D) Proper isolation valve locations.

Which of these is usually required to provide significant risk reduction
regarding isolation valves?
A) Proper location at a safe distance from the equipment
B) Proper location anywhere in the unit
C) Remote Operation
D) None of these
Which of these is usually required to provide significant risk reduction
regarding isolation valves?
A) Proper location at a safe distance from the equipment
B) Proper location anywhere in the unit
C) Remote Operation
D) None of these
Which of these regarding emergency isolation valves is key to successful
risk mitigation?
A) Proper location (at a safe distance from the equipment)
B) At least 15 meters away from the equipment
C) At least 10 meters away from the equipment
D) At least 5 meters away from the equipment

Which of these regarding emergency isolation valves is key to successful
risk mitigation?
A) Proper location (at a safe distance from the equipment)
B) At least 15 meters away from the equipment
C) At least 10 meters away from the equipment
D) At least 5 meters away from the equipment

Key process parameters for IOWs should be identified and implemented,
upper and lower limits established, as needed, and deviations from these
limits should be:
A) Brought to the attention of Operations Management
B) Brought to the attention of Inspection/Engineering personnel
C) Brought to the attention of the entire RBI responsible for an assessment
D) Acted on immediately to assure that key IOW process limits are never
exceeded
Key process parameters for IOWs should be identified and implemented,
upper and lower limits established, as needed, and deviations from these
limits should be:
A) Brought to the attention of Operations Management
B) Brought to the attention of Inspection/Engineering personnel
C) Brought to the attention of the entire RBI responsible for an assessment
D) Acted on immediately to assure that key IOW process limits are never
exceeded
Particular attention to monitoring IOWs should be provided:
A) Always
B) During start-ups, shutdowns and significant process upsets
C) During normal operations and also during start-up and shutdown
D) During normal operations and abnormal operational events (such as upsets)

Particular attention to monitoring IOWs should be provided:
A) Always
B) During start-ups, shutdowns and significant process upsets
C) During normal operations and also during start-up and shutdown
D) During normal operations and abnormal operational events (such as upsets)

This other mitigation method can reduce fire damage and minimize or
prevent escalation and greatly reduce the probability that a vessel exposed
to fire will BLEVE:
A) Water Curtain
B) Water Spray/Deluge System
C) Blast-resistant Fireproofing Construction
D) None of these
This other mitigation method can reduce fire damage and minimize or
prevent escalation and greatly reduce the probability that a vessel exposed
to fire will BLEVE:
A) Water Curtain
B) Water Spray/Deluge System
C) Blast-resistant Fireproofing Construction
D) None of these
139. What document details the use of blast-resistant construction to provide
mitigation of the damage caused by explosions using buildings to protect
personnel from explosions?
A) API 581
B) API 752
C) API 941
D) OSHA CFR 1910.119

139. What document details the use of blast-resistant construction to provide
mitigation of the damage caused by explosions using buildings to protect
personnel from explosions?
A) API 581
B) API 752
C) API 941
D) OSHA CFR 1910.119

Q-01: Reassessment and Updating RBI Assessments [15.1]
RBI is a dynamic tool that can:
A) Provide past, present and future risk evaluations
B) Provide current and projected future risk evaluations
C) Mitigation for all equipment using inspection in the facility

RBI is a dynamic tool that can:
A) Provide past, present and future risk evaluations
B) Provide current and projected future risk evaluations
C) Mitigation for all equipment using inspection in the facility

Regarding reassessments, it is important to maintain and update an RBI
program to ensure that:
A) All past and present inspection, process, and maintenance information is included
B) The most recent inspection, process, and maintenance information is included
C) All inspection, process, and maintenance assumptions are included
D) None of these
Regarding reassessments, it is important to maintain and update an RBI
program to ensure that:
A) All past and present inspection, process, and maintenance information is included
B) The most recent inspection, process, and maintenance information is
included
C) All inspection, process, and maintenance assumptions are included
D) None of these
Q-01: Why Conduct an RBI Reassessment? [15.2]
It is important that the facility have which of the following to identify when a
reassessment is necessary?
A) A Good Risk Analyst
B) An effective MOC process
C) Optimized Inspection Program
D) None of these
It is important that the facility have which of the following to identify when a
reassessment is necessary?
A) A Good Risk Analyst
B) An effective MOC process
C) Optimized Inspection Program
D) None of these
Which of the following is least likely to require a risk-based inspection(RBI)
reassessment?
A) Changing process conditions to more aggressive feedstock.
B) Installation of effective risk mitigation devices.
C) Increases in rates of deterioration mechanisms.
D) Changing from internal to on-stream inspections.

Which of the following is least likely to require a risk-based inspection(RBI)
reassessment?
A) Changing process conditions to more aggressive feedstock.
B) Installation of effective risk mitigation devices.
C) Increases in rates of deterioration mechanisms.
D) Changing from internal to on-stream inspections.

Which of these is NOT a key factor that can trigger an RBI reassessment?
A) Process and Hardware Changes
B) The Effect of Mitigation Strategies
C) RBI Program Data Validation Results
D) Damage Mechanisms and Inspection Activities

Which of these is NOT a key factor that can trigger an RBI reassessment?
A) Process and Hardware Changes
B) The Effect of Mitigation Strategies
C) RBI Program Data Validation Results
D) Damage Mechanisms and Inspection Activities

As part of the reassessments, it is important to review the operating
histories over the past run, including exceedances and trends, to better
predict if:
A) Existing damage mechanisms have changed
B) Existing damage mechanisms remain at ranked risk levels
C) Time dependent damage mechanisms could have occurred
D) Non-time dependent damage mechanisms could have occurred
As part of the reassessments, it is important to review the operating
histories over the past run, including exceedances and trends, to better
predict if:
A) Existing damage mechanisms have changed
B) Existing damage mechanisms remain at ranked risk levels
C) Time dependent damage mechanisms could have occurred
D) Non-time dependent damage mechanisms could have occurred
15.2.2 Damage Mechanisms and Inspection Activities

Q-01: When to Conduct an RBI Reassessment ? [15.3]
An RBI reassessment should be conducted after all of the following Except:
A) An equipment re-rate.
B) Each significant change in risk.
C) Implementation of risk mitigation strategies.
D) A default maximum time period.

An RBI reassessment should be conducted after all of the following Except:
A) An equipment re-rate.
B) Each significant change in risk.
C) Implementation of risk mitigation strategies.
D) A default maximum time period.

It may be desirable to conduct RBI reassessment after:
A) Significant changes in process conditions, damage mechanisms/rate/severity,
or RBI Premises
B) Any code interval has been reached as per API 510, 570, or 653
C) Any event or upset to assure no adverse risk results

It may be desirable to conduct RBI reassessment after:
A) Significant changes in process conditions, damage
mechanisms/rate/severity, or RBI Premises
B) Any code interval has been reached as per API 510, 570, or 653
C) Any event or upset to assure no adverse risk results

As part of the planning for a maintenance turnaround, it is usually useful to
perform
A) Careful turnaround planning considering process changes during the down time
B) Completed Pre-turnaround inspections as per RBI approved Inspection plans
C) An RBI reassessment
As part of the planning for a maintenance turnaround, it is usually useful to
perform
The results of inspections, changes in process conditions and
implementation of maintenance practices can all have significant effects on
risks, and therefore the inspection plan and can trigger the need to perform.

The results of inspections, changes in process conditions and
implementation of maintenance practices can all have significant effects on
risks, and therefore the inspection plan and can trigger the need to perform.

Q-01: Roles, Responsibilities, Training, and Qualifications [16.2.2]
Who is responsible for the formation of the team and verifying that the team
members have the necessary skills, experience and knowledge?
A) Equipment Inspector or Inspection Specialist
B) Process Specialist
C) Risk Analyst
D) Team Leader
Who is responsible for the formation of the team and verifying that the team
members have the necessary skills, experience and knowledge?
C) Risk Analyst
D) Team Leader
Which statement is false regarding main function and responsibility of a
Team Leader?
A) He should integrate inputs, outputs, organizational structure, and communications of
his team.
B) He assures a study is conducted properly and prepares an assessment report and
distributes it.
C) He forms the team and verifies members have necessary skills, experience and
knowledge.
D) He follows up to assure that an appropriate risk analysis has been performed.
Which statement is false regarding main function and responsibility of a
Team Leader?
A) He should integrate inputs, outputs, organizational structure, and communications of his team.
B) He assures a study is conducted properly and prepares an assessment report and distributes it.
C) He forms the team and verifies members have necessary skills, experience and knowledge.
D) He follows up to assure that an appropriate risk analysis has been

performed.
As a member of an RBI assessment team, an equipment inspector or
inspection specialist is responsible for:-
A) Gathering data on the condition and history of the equipment.
B) Documenting the RBI assessment.
C) Following up to ensure that the appropriate risk mitigation has been
implemented.
D) Assessing the types of deterioration mechanisms and their applicability and
severity.
As a member of an RBI assessment team, an equipment inspector or
inspection specialist is responsible for:-
A) Gathering data on the condition and history of the equipment.
B) Documenting the RBI assessment.
C) Following up to ensure that the appropriate risk mitigation has been
implemented.
D) Assessing the types of deterioration mechanisms and their applicability and
severity.
Who is usually responsible for implementing the recommended inspection
plan derived from the RBI assessment?
C) Risk Analyst
D) Team Leader
Who is usually responsible for implementing the recommended inspection
plan derived from the RBI assessment?
C) Risk Analyst
D) Team Leader
Which statement is false regarding the usual responsibilities of Equipment
Inspector or Inspection Specialist?
A) He alone implements the recommended inspection plan derived from the RBI assessment
B) He assesses effectiveness of past inspections with aid from Materials and Corrosion Specialist
C) He alone is responsible to gather data on the condition and history of equipment in the Study
D) He alone provides predictions of current equipment condition if condition data is unavailable
Which statement is false regarding the usual responsibilities of Equipment
Inspector or Inspection Specialist?
A) He alone implements the recommended inspection plan derived from the RBI assessment
B) He assesses effectiveness of past inspections with aid from Materials and Corrosion Specialist
C) He alone is responsible to gather data on the condition and history of equipment in the Study
D) He alone provides predictions of current equipment condition if condition data is
unavailable
Who is generally responsible for gathering data on the condition and history
of equipment in the study?
C) Risk Analyst
D) Team Leader
Who is generally responsible for gathering data on the condition and history
of equipment in the study?
C) Risk Analyst
D) Team Leader
Who is responsible for assessing the types of damage mechanisms and
providing guidance on damage mechanisms?
B) The Corrosion specialist
C) The RBI Team Leader
D) The Risk Analyst
Who is responsible for assessing the types of damage mechanisms and
providing guidance on damage mechanisms?
B) The Corrosion specialist
D) The Risk Analyst
Who is responsible for verifying that equipment repairs/replacements/additions
have been included in the equipment condition data supplied by the equipment
inspector?
A) Operations and Maintenance personnel
C) Risk Analyst
D) Team Leader
Who is responsible for verifying that equipment repairs/replacements/additions
have been included in the equipment condition data supplied by the equipment
inspector?
A) Operations and Maintenance personnel
C) Risk Analyst
D) Team Leader
Which statement is false regarding the usual responsibilities of Operations
and Maintenance Personnel?
A) They verify facility/equipment is being operated within process operating window parameters
B) They provide data on process deviations and past unit run operating trends (incl. data on IOWs)
C) They implement recommendations pertaining to process or equip modifications and monitoring
D) They provide general data regarding all of the equipment repairs/replacements/modifications
Which statement is false regarding the usual responsibilities of Operations
and Maintenance Personnel?
A) They verify facility/equipment is being operated within process operating window parameters
B) They provide data on process deviations and past unit run operating trends (incl. data on IOWs)
C) They implement recommendations pertaining to process or equip modifications and monitoring
D) They provide general data regarding all of the equipment
repairs/replacements/modifications
Who is responsible for assembling all of the data and carrying out RBI
analysis?
A) Team leader.
D) Process specialist.
C) Risk assessment personnel.
D) Inspection or equipment specialist.
Who is responsible for assembling all of the data and carrying out the RBI
analysis?
A) Team leader.
C) Risk assessment personnel.
analysis?
A) Team leader.
C) Risk Analyst.
analysis?
A) Team leader.
C) Risk Analyst.
Risk assessment personnel = Risk Analyst.

analysis?
A) Equipment Inspector or Insp Specialist
B) The Materials and Corrosion specialist
D) None of these
analysis?
A) Equipment Inspector or Insp Specialist
B) The Materials and Corrosion specialist
D) None of these
Risk Analyst
The qualifications for risk analysis for RBI include:
A) Materials and corrosion.
B) Knowledge of the process unit.
C) API RBI certification.
D) Detailed training on the RBI methodology being used.
The qualifications for risk analysis for RBI include:
A) Materials and corrosion.
B) Knowledge of the process unit.
C) API RBI certification.
D) Detailed training on the RBI methodology being used.
Q-01: RBI Documentation and Recordkeeping [17.1]
A computerized database is:-
A) Required for inspection record keeping.
B) Necessary for conducting the risk analysis.
C) Important for stewarding recommendations.
D) Necessary for categorizing the risk levels and risk rankings.
A computerized database is:-
A) Required for inspection record keeping.
B) Necessary for conducting the risk analysis.
C) Important for stewarding recommendations.
D) Necessary for categorizing the risk levels and risk rankings.
Which statement is false regarding RBI documentation and recordkeeping?
A) It is important that sufficient information is fully captured to document RBI
assessments
B) RBI methodology used (type of assessment performed) should be documented
clearly
C) A record of the team members (and their skill sets) involved should be
documented
D) Persons responsible for implementation of any mitigation shall be documented
Which statement is false regarding RBI documentation and recordkeeping?
A) It is important that sufficient information is fully captured to document RBI
assessments
B) RBI methodology used (type of assessment performed) should be documented
clearly
C) A record of the team members (and their skill sets) involved should be
documented
D) Persons responsible for implementation of any mitigation shall be
documented
Important RBI Assessment documentation to be captured includes all these
EXCEPT:
A) Time frame over which the assessment is applicable
B) Inputs and sources used to determine risk & assumptions made during the
assessment
C) Risk assessment results (excluding information on probability and
consequence);
D) Follow-up mitigation strategy, if applicable, to manage risk & mitigated risk
levels
Important RBI Assessment documentation to be captured includes all these
EXCEPT:
A) Time frame over which the assessment is applicable
B) Inputs and sources used to determine risk & assumptions made during the
assessment
C) Risk assessment results (excluding information on probability and
consequence);
D) Follow-up mitigation strategy, if applicable, to manage risk & mitigated risk
levels
Q-01: RBI Methodology [17.2]
Regarding RBI Methodology documentation, which statement below is
FALSE?
A) Basis for both the probability and consequences of failure should be documented
B) Any specific software program used to perform the assessment should be documented
C) Methodology for RBI analysis should be documented to show the type of assessment done
D) Documentation should be adequate so that the basis and logic for the decision making process .
Q-01: RBI Methodology [17.2]
Regarding RBI Methodology documentation, which statement below is
FALSE?
A) Basis for both the probability and consequences of failure should be documented
B) Any specific software program used to perform the assessment should be documented
C) Methodology for RBI analysis should be documented to show the type of assessment done
D) Documentation should be adequate so that the basis and logic for the decision making
process.
Q-01: RBI Personnel [17.3]
Regarding RBI Personnel and documentation and recordkeeping, which
statement below is FALSE?
A) The assessment of risk will depend on the knowledge, experience and judgment of the
personnel or team performing the analysis.
B) This practice is helpful in understanding the basis for risk assessment if analysis is repeated
C) This practice is helpful in determining who made erroneous assumptions and can be blamed
D) a record of the team members involved should be captured, as well as the skill set that they
bring to the team for RBI purposes
Regarding RBI Personnel and documentation and recordkeeping, which
statement below is FALSE?
A) The assessment of risk will depend on the knowledge, experience and judgment of the
personnel or team performing the analysis.
B) This practice is helpful in understanding the basis for risk assessment if analysis is repeated
C) This practice is helpful in determining who made erroneous assumptions and can be
blamed
D) a record of the team members involved should be captured, as well as the skill set that they
bring to the team for RBI purposes
Record of the team members involved should be captured, as well as the
skill set that they bring to the team for RBI purposes. This will be
A) helpful in understanding the basis for reassessment.
B) helpful in understanding the basis for risk assessment if analysis is repeated
C) helpful in determining who made erroneous assumptions and can be blamed
D) None of the above .
Record of the team members involved should be captured, as well as the
skill set that they bring to the team for RBI purposes. This will be
A) helpful in understanding the basis for reassessment.
B) helpful in understanding the basis for risk assessment if analysis is repeated
C) helpful in determining who made erroneous assumptions and can be blamed
D) None of the above .
Q-01: Time Frame [17.4]
The time frame over which an RBI analysis is applicable should:
A) Be based only on the time dependence of deterioration mechanisms.
B) Be defined and captured in the final documentation.
C) Be considered in the analysis but not included in the final documentation.
D) Not be allowed to unduly influence the tracking and management of risk.
The time frame over which an RBI analysis is applicable should:
A) Be based only on the time dependence of deterioration mechanisms.
B) Be defined and captured in the final documentation.
C) Be considered in the analysis but not included in the final documentation.
D) Not be allowed to unduly influence the tracking and management of risk.
Regarding RBI Assessment documentation and recordkeeping, which
statement below is TRUE regarding the TIME FRAME?
A) The level of risk is usually a function of time, the time frame over which the RBI analysis is
applicable should be defined and captured in the final documentation.
B) The level of risk is a function of time as a result of the time dependence of a damage
mechanism.
C) The level of risk is a function of time as a result of the potential for changes in the operation of
equipment.
D) All of these are correct
Regarding RBI Assessment documentation and recordkeeping, which
A) The level of risk is usually a function of time, the time frame over which the RBI analysis is
applicable should be defined and captured in the final documentation.
B) The level of risk is a function of time as a result of the time dependence of a damage
mechanism.
C) The level of risk is a function of time as a result of the potential for changes in the operation of
equipment.
D) All of these are correct
Regarding RBI Assessment documentation & recordkeeping, which
A) The level of risk is usually a function of time, so the time frame over which the
RBI analysis is applicable should be defined and captured in the final
documentation
B) The level of risk is a function of time as a result of the time dependence of a
failure mode
C) The level of risk is a function
Regarding RBI Assessment documentation & recordkeeping, which
A) The level of risk is usually a function of time, so the time frame over which
the RBI analysis is applicable should be defined and captured in the final
documentation
B) The level of risk is a function of time as a result of the time dependence of a
failure mode
C) The level of risk is a function
Q-01: Assumptions Made to Assess Risk [17.6]
which of the following statements is correct with regard to assumption in an
RBI analysis about the nature and extent of equipment deterioration:
A) Risk analysis, by its NOT required that certain assumptions be made regarding the nature and
extent of equipment deterioration.
B) they should be clearly documented in the early stage assessment.
C) the assignment of failure mode and the severity of the contemplated event will invariably NOT
based on a variety of assumptions, regardless of whether the analysis is quantitative or
qualitative.
d) None of the above .
which of the following statements is correct with regard to assumption in an
RBI analysis about the nature and extent of equipment deterioration:
A) Risk analysis, by its NOT required that certain assumptions be made regarding the nature and
extent of equipment deterioration.
B) they should be clearly documented in the early stage assessment.
C) the assignment of failure mode and the severity of the contemplated event will invariably NOT
based on a variety of assumptions, regardless of whether the analysis is quantitative or
qualitative.
d) None of the above .
To understand the basis for overall risk, it is ESSENTIAL that these factors
be:
A) Fully repeatable using any of the team members
B) Fully understood by all of the team members
C) Captured in the final documentation
.
To understand the basis for overall risk, it is ESSENTIAL that these factors
be:
A) Fully repeatable using any of the team members
B) Fully understood by all of the team members
C) Captured in the final documentation
.

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Q-01: Foreword

API 580 is intended to provide guidance on developing an RBI program for:

C) Fixed equipment and piping in the Oil and Gas Industry

D) All types of equipment and piping in all industries

API 580 is intended to provide guidance on developing an RBI program for:

A) Fixed equipment and piping in the hydrocarbon and chemical process

C) Fixed equipment and piping in the Oil and Gas Industry

D) All types of equipment and piping in all industries

An RBI Program is based on the knowledge and experience of:

A) Engineers and inspectors in the Oil and Gas Industry

B) Engineers and inspectors in the hydrocarbon and chemical industry only

D) Engineers, inspectors, risk analysts, and other personnel in hydrocarbon and

An RBI Program is based on the knowledge and experience of:

A) Engineers and inspectors in the Oil and Gas Industry

B) Engineers and inspectors in the hydrocarbon and chemical industry only

D) Engineers, inspectors, risk analysts, and other personnel in hydrocarbon

and chemical industry

Based on results of an RBI assessment, API 510/570/653 inspection codes

and standards allow an owner/user the latitude (option) to plan an inspection

A) Decrease the code designated inspection frequencies and activities

B) Eliminate the code designated inspection frequencies and activities

C) Increase or decrease the code designated inspection frequencies and activities

D) None of these are correct

API 580 provides information on using risk analysis to develop an effective:

A) PSM Program using RBI

API 580 provides information on using risk analysis to develop an effective:

A) PSM Program using RBI

API 580 provides information on using risk analysis in order to:

A) Develop an effective Inspection plan

B) Develop and Implement a Risk Based Inspection (RBI) program

C) Develop, implement and maintain an optimized Inspection program using RBI

API 580 provides information on using risk analysis in order to:

A) Develop an effective Inspection plan

B) Develop and Implement a Risk Based Inspection (RBI) program

C) Develop, implement and maintain an optimized Inspection program using RBI

A systematic process that begins with identification of facilities or

equipment and ends up as an inspection plan is called:

C) PSM Program using RBI

D) RBI Program using PSM

A systematic process that begins with identification of facilities or

equipment and ends up as an inspection plan is called:

C) PSM Program using RBI

D) RBI Program using PSM

An RBI assessment systematically evaluates:

A) Both the POF and COF

B) Cause of Failure (COF) only

C) Probability of Failure (POF) only

D) Both the Cause of failure and the POF

An RBI assessment systematically evaluates:

A) Both the POF and COF

B) Cause of Failure (COF) only

C) Probability of Failure (POF) only

D) Both the Cause of failure and the POF

In RBI, what should be evaluated by considering all credible damage

mechanisms that could be expected to affect the facilities or equipment ?

A) Root cause of Failure (RCOF) only

B) Possibility of Failure (POF) only

C) Both the RCOF and POF

D) Both the POF and COF

In RBI, what should be evaluated by considering all credible damage