API 580: Supplemental Inspection Certication Program

Advanced Knowledge of Risk-Based Inspection

(API Exam Preparation Training)
Course Introduction: API 580 Supplemental Inspection Certication program is designed to train
inspectors on Risk-Based Inspection (RBI). The program is based on API RP 580, 2nd Edition, published
November 2009, which is applicable to all inspectors in the petroleum/petrochemical industry.
Course Description
The objective of this program is to provide inspectors with advanced (above the
basic core API 510, 570 & 653 certications) knowledge and skills in Risk-Based
Inspection based on the infor mation contained in API RP 580. An API Supplemental
Inspection Certication is dened as Documentation that indicates that minimum
requirements have been met for additional qualication in the designated area of
expertise. This would include an API issued letter, certicate, and a wallet card.
This certicate adds signicant value to ones professional credentials. It shows
employers and clients a high level of prociency and understanding in the eld. The
supplemental inspection certication program is open to anyone who is currently
certied to API 510, 570 or 653. Included with the course is a pre-study guide and
student classroom workbook. The student receives instruction on how to take the
test and gains insight into the applications of RBI in real world situations. Daily
tests are designed to gauge students prociency and understanding of the material.
Note: This does not register you for the API exam. If you have not already registrered for the
API exam, you need to download an application from the API website (www.api.org/icp).
Who Should Attend?
Individuals who are interested in obtaining the API 580 Certication
Rening and Petrochemical Engineers & Inspectors
Plant Engineers, Non-Destructive Testing Engineers, Materials & Corrosion
Engineers, Plant Inspectors and maintenance personnel
Testimonials
The class was very informative and I believe worth the price of admission without
the exam considered. It was a pleasure to meet you both and always welcome new
relationships in the business.
-Minor B. Taylor
I went to this prep-course practically no knowledge of RBI and came out feeling like
understand the 580 about 90%... Overall, I was extremely satised with this prep-
course.
-Brian Luna
281.598.1330 One Pinnacle Way, Pasadena, Texas 77504 www.pinnacleais.com
Training Methodology:
80% - Lecture
20% - Workshops, Group Work &
Practical Exercises
Course Cost:
$850
(meals and accomodations
not included)
Course Duration:
3 full days
For questions regarding
the course or registration:
info@pinnacleais.com
Payment Information:
Prepayment in full, 30 days
prior to the class, is required.
Guarantee Policy:
If you fail the applicable certication
exam, you can repeat our training
course for free if you attended
100% of the course within the last 12
months.
Required Codes & Standards
Be prepared for the next API 580 exam and have
enough knowledge and skills to pass in order to
receive the API 580 Inspector certicate.
Know the basic concepts of risk, risk management,
risk reduction, evolution of inspection intervals and
inspection optimization.
Introduce Risk-Based Inspection (RBI) including
the types of RBI assessment, RBI consequences
& probability, management of risks and the
relationship between RBI and other risk-based and
safety incentives.
Identify the steps of planning RBI assessment
by establishing objectives & goals, conducting
initial screening, selecting assessment type, and
estimating resources and time required.
Learn data and information collection for
RBI assessment and explain the national and
international codes and standards used for RBI
assessment.
Identify deterioration mechanisms and failure
modes for RBI.
Understand the method of assessing probability
& consequences of failure and know the types of
probability & consequence analysis.
Understand the concept and purpose of risk
determination, assessment and management and
learn how to establish acceptable risk thresholds.
Identify other risk mitigation activities such as
equipment modication, redesign & rerating,
emergency isolation and blast-resistant
construction.
Know the various roles, responsibilities, training
and qualications for RBI application and recognize
their importance.
Gain understanding of proper implementation
of RBI documentation and record-keeping and
also gain the ability to explain applicable codes,
standards and government regulations.
The only required code for this course and the examination is the latest revision of API RP 580 (API RP580
2nd Edition, Published November 2009). Publications for ICP CERTIFICATION EXAMS may be ordered
through IHS (www.global.ihs.com) or TechStreet (www.techstreet.com). API members are eligible for a
30% discount on all API documents; exam candidates are eligible for a 20% discount on all API documents.
When calling to order, please identify yourself as an exam candidate and/or API member.
281.598.1330 One Pinnacle Way, Pasadena, Texas 77504 www.pinnacleais.com
Course Objectives
Pinnacle Training Policies
If you fail the applicable certication exam, you can repeat the same training course for free if you attended 100% of the
course within the last 12 months.
Guarantee Policy
Attendees are responsible for their own method of transportation, lodging, and meals if applicable. Pinnacle is not
responsible for registering attendees for the API exams or the fees associated with them. All attendees are responsible
to provide their own copies of the API RP documents and bring their own wireless capable computer.
Attendee Requirements Policy
14 days prior to the course, a 25% fee is deducted from your refundable payment. 13 - 6 days prior to the course, a
50% fee is deducted from refundable payment. Within 5 days of the course, a 75% fee is deducted. No shows without
notication will have no refund. Please note at time of purchase, 20% of the total payment is non-refundable to cover
administration and material costs. However, course substitutions may be made at any time.
Cancellation Policy