Assessment no.

03 Date 18/Nov/2021 API 570

Name of the Trainee:

1. The primary intent of API 570 is to specify the inspection necessary to assure:
A) Integrity of piping
B) Safety of operation
C) Operational reliability
D) Regulatory requirements are met

2. The intent of API 570 is to specify the:

A) Extent of in-service inspection necessary to assure that all the regulatory requirements are
met
B) In-service inspection and condition-monitoring program needed to determine piping integrity
C) Extent of in-service inspection necessary to assure operational reliability of piping systems
D) Extent of inspection necessary to assure continued safety of operation

3. In-service inspection programs should provide REASONABLY ACCURATE AND

TIMELY ASSESSMENTS to determine if:
A) Any changes in condition of piping could possibly compromise continued safety of operation
B) All of the in-service inspections have been completed to assure operational reliability
C) All of the regulatory requirements within the jurisdiction have been met on time
D) Any changes in condition of piping could possibly compromise piping integrity

4. API 570 shall not be used when:

A) It is in conflict with any prevailing regulatory requirements

B) It is in conflict with any of the owner-user specific requirements
C) It follows the construction rules of the ASME B31.3 Process Piping Code
D) It will be supplement the construction rules of the ASME B31.3 Process Piping Code

5. In API 570, the term nonmetallic refers to fiber-reinforced plastic groups called:

A) FRP
B) FRP and GRP
C) FRP and LDPE/HDPE
D) FRP and GRP and LDPE/HDPE

6. Which of these services is NOT covered by API 570 code rules (May be Optional)?

A) Sour H²O and hazardous waste streams above threshold limits as defined by jurisdiction rules
B) Hazardous fluid services above threshold limits as defined by jurisdictional rules
C) Cryogenic fluids (LN2, LH2, LOX, and liquid air that operate below -150°C)
D) High-pressure gases greater than 50 psig

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7. Which of these services is optional and not necessarily covered by API 570 code rules?
A) Sour H²O and hazardous waste streams above threshold limits as defined by jurisdiction rules
B) Cryogenic fluids (such as LN2, LH2, LOX, and liquid air that operate below -150°C)
C) Hazardous fluid services below threshold limits as defined by jurisdictional rules
D) High-pressure gases greater than 150 psig

8. ASME document that details repair of pressure piping including pressure testing is:

A) ASME PCC-1 B) ASME PCC-2

C) ASME B16.34 D) ASME B31.3

9. Points where the joining of process streams of differing composition and/or temps
occurs and where additional design attention and process monitoring are used to avoid
corrosion problems are called:

A) Injection points B) Blending tees

C) Mix points D) None of these

10. A change in the design temperature, design pressure or the MAWP of a piping system
that may consist of an increase, a decrease, or a combination of both is called:

A) Rerating
B) Derating
C) Rating
D) Minimum Required Thickness

11. Any welding, cutting, or grinding operation on a pressure-containing piping component

not specifically considered an alteration is considered a:

A) Major repair B) Renewal C) Replacement D) Repair

12. Who shall exercise control of the piping system inspection program, inspection
frequencies, and maintenance and is responsible for the function of an authorized
inspection agency in accordance with the provisions of API 570?
A) Authorized Inspection Agency B) Owner/User Engineering Organization
C) Owner/User’s Inspection Organization D) Owner/User Maint/Operating Organization

13. Key process parameters for integrity operating envelopes should be identified &
implemented, upper and lower limits established, and deviations from these limits:
A) Shall be brought to the attention of inspection personnel
B) Shall be brought to the attention of engineering personnel
C) Should be brought to the attention of engineering personnel
D) Should be brought to the attention of inspection/engineering personnel

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14. Who is responsible for implementing an effective MOC process that will review and
control changes to the process and to the hardware?

A) Engineer B) Repair organization

C) Owner/User D) Inspector

15. All examination results shall be evaluated and accepted by:

A) Authorized Inspection Agency

B) Authorized Piping Inspector
C) Examiner or Level III NDE
D) Engineering Supervisor

16. Per API 570, the inspection plan shall be developed by:

A) Engineer and Corrosion Specialist with Inspector assistance

B) Engineer and / or Inspector
C) Authorized Inspector only
D) Engineer only

17. When inspecting uncoated buried piping at grade, considerations should be given to
excavating to what depth to access the potential for hidden damage?

A) 6 to 18 inches B) 6 to 12 inches
C) At least 12 inches D) 18 to 24 inches

18. Corrosion/erosion results in significantly greater metal loss than can be expected from
corrosion alone. This type of corrosion occurs at:

A) High velocity and high turbulence areas B) Fluid flow at high velocity areas
C) High fluid volumetric flow areas D) High fluid turbulence areas

19. Corrosion-resistant linings should be inspected for what types of damage?

A) Separations and breaks in linings only

B) Separations/breaks/holes in linings only
C) Separation/Breaks/Holes/Blisters in linings
D) None of the above are correct

20. Piping system fatigue cracking may result from excessive cyclical stresses:

A) Often well below a material’s static yield strength

B) Often well above a material’s static yield strength
C) Exceeding the elastic limits of the piping material
D) Exceeding the design limits of the piping material

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21. At junctions where vibrating piping systems are restrained (such as branch
connections), what method(s) of NDE should be used to assess pipe condition and what
damage mechanism is likely to occur if periodic inspections are neglected?
A) MT or PT … To detect onset of fatigue cracking
B) RT or UT … To detect onset of fatigue cracking
C) VT or ET … To detect the onset of fatigue cracking
D) None of these are correct because fatigue cracking cannot be detected before it happens

22. Which of these is NOT a factor the inspector should consider when selecting CML
locations?

A) Results from previous inspections

B) Potential consequence of loss of containment
C) Patterns of corrosion that are expected in the process unit
D) Patterns of corrosion that might be experienced in the process unit

23. Per API 570, when a pressure test is required, it shall be conducted (when)?

A) Either before or after any heat treatment if approved by the Inspector

B) Either before or after any heat treatment if approved by the Engineer
C) Always before any heat treatment
D) Always after any heat treatment

24. API 570 cautions the owner/user to avoid exceeding what critical limit for material
during pressure tests (especially for equipment at elevated service temperatures)?

A) Avoid exceeding 90% of SMYS of a material at test temperature during pressure testing
B) Avoid exceeding the specified maximum tensile strength during pressure testing
C) Avoid exceeding the specified minimum yield strength during pressure testing
D) Avoid exceeding the MAWP for the equipment during pressure testing

25. Piping fabricated of or having components of 300 series SS being hydrotested with a
de-ionized or de-mineralized water or steam condensate should have a total chloride
concentration of less than:

A) 50 ppm B) 100 ppm

C) 150 ppm D) 200 ppm
26. During pressure test, many failures were attributed to brittle fracture of steels exposed
to temperatures below a material’s transition temperature and to pressures greater than:
A) 25% of the required hydrostatic test pressure or 8 ksi of stress, whichever is less
B) 50% of the required hydrostatic test pressure or 8 ksi of stress, whichever is greater
C) 50% of the required hydrostatic test pressure or 8 ksi of stress, whichever is less
D) 25% of the required hydrostatic test pressure or 8 ksi of stress, whichever is greater

27. Per API 570, special attention shall be given when pressure testing which of these steels
because they may be subject to Brittle Fracture during start-up/shut down because:
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A) Metallurgical change known as Temper Embrittlement may affect all 1- ¼ Cr 1 Mo steels

B) Metallurgical change known as Temper Embrittlement may affect all 2- ¼ Cr 1 Mo steels
C) Metallurgical change known as Brittle Fracture may occur in all 5% - 9% Chrome steels
D) Metallurgical change known as Brittle Fracture may occur in all 1- ¼ Cr 1 Mo steels

28. When a Material Verification Program assessment leads to retroactive PMI testing &
the identification of components not meeting acceptance criteria, items are then targeted
for replacement. In this case, who shall establish a component replacement schedule?
A) Owner/user and Authorized Piping Inspector, in consultation with Corrosion Specialist
B) Owner/user and Authorized piping Inspector, in consultation with Repair Organization
C) Owner/user and Engineering Organization, in consultation with a Corrosion Specialist
D) Owner/user only, in consultation with a Corrosion Specialist

29. Flanged and valve bonnet joints should be examined for evidence of leakage, such as
stains, deposits, or drips. Process leaks onto flange and bonnet fasteners may result in:

A) Corrosion or Environmental cracking B) Corrosion only

C) Environmental cracking only D) Pitting

30. Owner/user shall receive a report of the audit team’s findings and each organization
needs to establish a system for:
A) Documenting audit findings per owner/user QA manual requirements
B) Documenting audit findings per owner/user and API 570 code rules
C) Documenting audit findings per API 570 code rules only
D) Tracking and completion of audit findings

31. Regarding Thickness Measurement Intervals, prior to using Table 2 for Inspection
Interval determination by Class, what shall be done per API 570?

A) Corrosion rates do not need to be determined because intervals are given in API 570 Table 2
B) Corrosion rates shall be calculated per Section 7.1.1, Formula 1 for RL to determine ½ RL
C) Corrosion rates shall be calculated per Section 7.1.1, Formula 1 for RL to determine RL
D) Corrosion rates shall be calculated per Section 7.1.1, Formula 2 or 3 for Corrosion Rate
32. What is the maximum allowed inspection interval for Class 2 piping system requiring
thickness measurement (assuming the RL = 10 years and no RBI used)?
A) Every 3 years B) Every 5 years C) Every 10 years D) None of these are correct
33. What is recommended extent of CUI inspection by NDE or insulation removal in areas
of visibly damaged insulation following visual inspection for Class 1 CS piping systems?
A) 75% of all damaged area B) 50% of all damaged area
C) 33% of all damaged area D) 25% of all damaged area

34. Threaded connections associated with machinery should be periodically assessed and
considered for possible renewal with a thicker wall or upgrading to welded components
due to what concerns?

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A) Crevice Corrosion B) Dead Leg Corrosion

C) Environmental cracking D) Fatigue damage

For questions 35 through 38 below, use the given information below!

The following data is given for a Class 2 piping system
Thickness = 0.36 in. (Insp results) … Corrosion Rate = 10 mpy
Remaining Life = 16 Yrs
35. When is the next thickness measurement inspection due?
A) 8 years B) 5 years C) 10 years D) None of these
36. Calculate remaining thickness before pipe reaches t min using given information
above!
A) 0.20 inches B) 0.28 inches C) 0.12 inches D) 0.16 inches

37. When will the next external inspection be (using the given information above)?
A) 10 years B) 8 years C) 5 years D) None of these

38. The pipe has an insulated area of 200 sq. ft. that is exposed to a susceptible temperature
and the mist spray of a cooling tower. According to API 570, how much of the minimum
area is recommended for NDT survey for CUI during an external inspection?
A) 100 sq. ft. B) 50 sq. ft. C) 66 sq. ft. D) 150 sq. ft.

39. Actual thickness measured at a CML was 0.4 in. Corrosion rate is 10 mpy. If the next
planned thickness inspection is after 6 yrs, what thickness will be used for MAWP calcs?
A) 0.4 inch B) 0.34 inch C) 0.28 inch D) None of the above
40. Determine MAWP from the following given information and state whether the
proposed interval of 5 years is acceptable: API 5L Grade X-60 (Fusion welded), NPS 16
Sch. 160, Piping installed 1982 (No baseline UT records) 2007 UT = 1.279 inches, 2012 UT
= 1.115 in, Design = 500 psig/400ᴼF
A) 468 psig, 5-yr interval = unacceptable B) 675 psig, 5-yr interval = acceptable
C) 975 psig, 5-yr interval = acceptable D) 2336 psig, 5-yr interval = acceptable
41. Determine MAWP from the following given information & state whether RBI proposed
interval of 15 years is acceptable: API 5L Grade X-60 (Fusion welded), NPS 16 Sch. 160,
Piping installed 1982 (No baseline UT records) 2007 UT = 1.279 inches, 2012 UT = 1.115 in,
Design = 500 psig/400ᴼF
A) 389 psig, 15-yr interval = unacceptable B) 489 psig, 15-yr interval = acceptable
C) 975 psig, 5-yr interval = acceptable D) None of these are correct

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42. Determine RL & ½ RL for a piping system. Given: Design pressure is 600 psi at 300°F,
material = A-53-B-ERW pipe NPS 6 sch 40. Thickness at last inspection was 0.157 inches,
and thickness from the previous inspection was 0.201 inches, using a 5 year insp. interval.
A) 3.2 years RL & 1.6 years ½ RL B) 4.4 years RL & 2.2 years ½ RL
C) 6.4 years RL & 3.2 years ½ RL D) None of these are correct

43. Determine RL for a piping system. Given: Design pressure is 800 psi at 200°F, material
is A-106-B pipe NPS 12 STD wall. Thickness at last inspection was 0.299 inches, thickness
from the previous inspection was 0.339 inches and inspection interval is 5 years.
A) 6.5 years B) 5.5 years C) 4 years D) 3 years

44. Any welding conducted on piping components in operation must be done in accordance
with this document, and Inspector shall use as a minimum “Suggested Hot Tap Checklist”
contained in this document for hot tapping performed on piping components. Which of the
following documents referenced in API 570 addresses welding on in-service piping and hot
tapping?
A) API 2201 B) API 574
C) ASME B31.3 D) API 570

45. Temporary repairs should be removed & replaced with a suitable permanent repair:
A) Whenever the Piping Engineer decides to allow it
B) At the next available maintenance opportunity
C) Whenever the Inspector raises enough complaints about it
D) None of these
46. Unless otherwise specified in API 570, acceptance of a welded repair or alteration shall
include NDE in accordance with:
A) ASME V B) Applicable Construction Code
C) Owner/User’s specification D) Both B & C
47. Pipe coating holiday surveys are used to:
A) Locate coating defects on buried coated piping
B) Ensure that new coatings are intact
C) Evaluate coating serviceability for existing buried piping
D) All of the above
48. An above grade visual surveillance (of buried piping) on and adjacent to each pipeline
pathway should be conducted by the owner/user at “approximately” what interval?
A) 2 years B) Annually C) Every 6 months D) At the owner/user’s option

49. API document to use when performing inspection of pressure-relieving devices is:

A) API 651 B) API 578

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C) API 598 D) API 576

50. CMLs may contain:

A) One or more test points at each examination point

B) One or more examination points at each test point
C) One or more examination points
D) Only one test point
51. Which of these are vital to the success of any piping integrity management program in
order that the inspection group will be able to anticipate changes in corrosion or other
deterioration variables and alter the inspection plan to account for those changes?

A) An effective RBI program B) An effective MOC process

C) An experienced corrosion specialist D) An effective QA Program
52. The consequence of a release is dependent on:

A) The type and amount of process fluid contained in the equipment

B) Potential incidents that may occur as a result of the release
C) The type of a potential release
D) The size of a potential release

53. Typical moisture sources that can cause CUI include all of the following EXCEPT:

A) Breaks in insulation
B) Rain and water leaks
C) Condensation
D) Deluge systems

54. For metallic linings designed to be fully bonded, what NDE method is best for the
detection of holes, blisters or lining separation?

A) Liquid Penetrant (PT)

B) Radiography (RT)
C) Ultrasonic (UT)
D) Eddy Current

55. After unexpectedly severe freezing weather, it is important to check for freeze damage
to exposed piping components:

A) After temps rise above 32F (0C)

B) After temps rise above 40F (4C)
C) Before the system thaws
D) After the system thaws
56. Which of these is NOT a General type of inspection & surveillance per API 570?
A) Internal visual and external visual inspections
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B) On-stream and thickness measurement and supplemental inspections

C) CUI inspection and vibrating piping inspection and Injection point inspection
D) Infrared Thermography for Hot spots, RT for fouling/plugging, Soil/Air interface inspections

57. When conducting internal inspections of large diameter lines, ducts or other large
diameter pipe systems, inspections should be performed using what methods/techniques?
A) Both remote visual & supplemental UT B) Those found in API-510 & API 574
C) Supplemental inspection by UT D) Remote visual inspection

58. Which statement is FALSE regarding internal visual inspection of pipe surfaces?

A) When possible & practical, inspections may be scheduled for large-diameter piping systems
B) Inspections are similar in nature to pressure vessel inspections and should be conducted with
methods and procedures similar to those outlined in API 510 and API 574
C) When piping flanges are disconnected, visual inspection may be done with or without NDE
D) Direct visual inspection techniques can be helpful when inspecting piping too small to enter

59. Thickness measurements are taken to determine the condition and remaining life of a
piping system. Thickness measurements can be taken when and performed by whom?

A) While piping system is either in operation or out of operation and by Inspector or Examiner
B) While piping system is either in or out of operation and by a qualified Examiner ONLY
C) While piping system is either in or out of operation and by a certified Examiner ONLY
D) While piping system is either in or out of operation and by the Inspector ONLY
60. An external visual inspection DOES NOT determine which of these conditions?
A) Condition of the exterior of the piping, insulation systems, coating systems & any hardware
B) Any evidence of misalignment and conditions where vibration can occur and cause damage
C) Any evidence of leakage (flanges, valves, threaded joints, etc) & contact point corrosion
D) Conditions of the piping system (remaining life) by taking thickness measurements

61. Who has the responsibility to ensure that the NDE examiners certification records are
kept maintained?
a) The owner/user
b) The inspector
c) The inspector's employer
d) The examiner's employers

62. Piping is categorised into different classes or hazard levels in accordance with API 570.
Which of the following statements would meet the criteria for Class 1 piping?
a) All unit process piping
b) Selected off-site piping
c) Services that are potentially harmful to human tissue but are located in remote areas •
d) A leak will result in an immediate emergency.

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63. What is the corrosion rate for an NPS 8 Sch. 80 pipe that has a measured thickness of
8.7mm after 8 years of service?
a) 0.5mm / year
b) 0.3mm / year
c) 0.4mm / year
d) 0.8mm / year
64. How often should thickness measurements be made on a piping system containing
Hydrogen?
a) Every 2 years
b) Every 3 years
c) Every 5 years
d) Every 10 years
65. What should be considered as the maximum inspection interval for a pipe-to-soil
potential survey where the piping system is poorly coated, and the active CP potential is
inconsistent?
a) Six months
b) 2 years
c) 3 years
d) 5 years
66. The external condition of buried piping that is not cathodically protected can be
determined
by?
A) Pigging
B) Similar service data
C) CIPS
D) CP monitoring

67. Acoustic emission leak testing of underground pipework may require which of the
following?
a) Protective coating to be removed
b) Chemical tracer addition
c) Testing at various different pressures
d) Compliance with ASME B31.3 acceptance criteria
68. What should an inspector do when a throttling valve is suspected of suffering from
localized corrosion/erosion owing to turbulence downstream of an orifice plate?
a) Wall thickness checks in-situ
b) Remove the valve from the line for inspection
c) Check similar valves in the same circuit
d) Re-rate the system

69. Piping made by rolling plates to size and welding the seams is larger than_____ inches
Outside diameter.
a. 10 b. 16 c. 14 d. 12

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70. Cast piping has thickness tolerance of +___inch and - ____inch.

a. 1/16,0
b. 1/16, 1/16
c. 1/32, 1/32
d. 3/64, 0

71. For all nominal pipe sizes of ____ inches and smaller, the size refers to the nominal
inside diameter.
a. 10
b. 12
c. 14
d. 16

72. Under tolerance of welded pipe often used in refinery service is _____ inch.
a. 0.125
b. 0.050
c. 0.010
d. 0.005

73. For what service is cast iron piping normally used.

a. Non-hazardous service, such as lube oils.
b. Non-hazardous service, such as water.
c. Corrosive service, such as acids.
d. Non-corrosive service, such as low temperature caustic.

74. Tubing is generally seamless drawn, but it may be welded. Its stated size is its actual:
a. outside radius.
b. Inside diameter.
c. Outside diameter.
d. Inside radius.

75. There are many type valves. Which is incorrect valve type listed below?
a. style valve
b. gate valve
c. check valve
d. globe valve

76. What type valve is normally used in a fully open or fully closed position?
a. gate
b. globe
c. slide
d. plug

77. Ultrasonic instruments are widely used for thickness measurements and are used
extensively by inspection organizations. If a transducer is not equipped with “ high

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temperature” delay-line material, it can be damaged by temperatures over ________

degrees F.
a. 150 b. 1000 c. 250 d. 300

78. Valves should be dismantled at specified intervals to permit examination of all internal
parts. Body thickness should be measured at locations that were inaccessible before
dismantling, particularly at:
a. the disk seating surfaces
b. flange where the bonnet is attached.
c. locations that show evidence of corrosion or erosion.
d. random locations throughout the valve.

79. How do you inspect non-destructively for loose or broken foundation bolts?
a. Break out the concrete around the foundation bolt.
b. Hammer the bolts vertically with a hammer.
c. Lightly rap the bolts sideways with a hammer while holding a finger against the opposite side.
d. Radiograph the foundation.

80. If you find a slotted hole in a base-plate, what would this indicate to you?
a. It indicates that the craftsman making the hole was not sure of it exact location.
b. It indicates that the base-plate may have been designed to accommodate expansion.
c. It indicates that the base-plate was possibly made to be used in multiple locations.
d. It indicates that the base-plate had two holes side by side punched in it by mistake.

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