1- For the external inspection of an insulated vessel, where the removal of insulation a wet

service the condition of the insulation system shell be observed at lease every:

A: 6 Year.

B: 1 Year.

C: 5 Year.

D 10 Year.

REF –API-510 (6.3.1)

2- Repair of a pressure vessel that comply with ASME code section viii Division 2
required

The appropriate of a:

A: Pressure vessel inspector .

B: Pressure vessel Engineer.

C: Pressure vessel Engineer and a corrosion specialist .

D: Pressure vessel Engineer and a Pressure vessel inspector.

REF- API – 510 (8.1.2)

3 Except under insulation, which of the following is the lowest temperature

Which atmospheric corrosion would not be expect to occur:

A: 120 F ( 49 C )

B: 125 F ( 52 C )

C: 250 F ( 121 C )

D: 300 F ( 149 C )

REF- API – 571- Atmospheric corrosion (4.3.2.3 f)

4- What is the maximum interval of visual on stream inspection of pressure relieving
device:

A: Every Turnaround

B: 3 Year

C: 5 Year

D: 10 Year

REF-API -510 (6.3)

5- When should temporary repair be removed and replaced with suitable requirements.

A: The next time the unit is shut down

B: At the next available maintenance opportunity

C: If the vessel is rerated to a higher pressure or operating temperature

D: when performing alteration that may affect the integrity of the repair

REF-API-510 ( 8.1.6.1.1) Topic temporary repair

6- Before starting any vessel inspection and maintenance activities, Personal should

Action perform to work in the vicinity from:

A. The facility supervisor for which the vessel is located

B. pressure vessel engineer
C. The operating personal responsible for the pressure vessel
D. the maintenance foreman in charge of the process unit

REF-API - 510 (5.3.3)

7- Corrosion is suspected under beneath refectory lining the refectory can be removed to allow
further inspection or ?

A. Ultrasonic thickness scanning may be made from external metal surface

B. Profile radiography of the metal surface is a good alternative
C. Hammer testing may be used to indicate the metal thickness
D. A through visual inspection is considered sufficient

REF-API-572 (9.4.7)

8- Above which temperature would a correction adjustment typically be applied when measuring
the ultrasonically.

A: 100 F ( 38 C)

B: 150 F (65 C )

C: 212 F (100 C)

D: 300 F ( 149 C)

REF-API – 510 (5.7.2.4)

9- the pressure gauge installed for convenience in the hydrostatic testing of a vertical pressure

vessel the s 125 FT ( 38100 mm) in overall length. The first is the top of the vessel 45 FT

( 13716mm) from the top and read 169.5 PSIg ( 1168 MPA) The third is 100 FT ( 30480 mm )

From the top end read 193.3 PSI ( 1.334 MPA ) What is the pressure of top.

( 1ft of water = o.433 PSI ( 1000 mm of water = 0.00981 MPA ).

A: 140 psig (0.96 MPa)

B: 150 psig (1.03 MPa)

C: 189 psig (1.03 MPa)

D 204 psig (1.40 MPa)

10- when a deferral of inspection due date is necessary for equipment with RBI interval risk
assessment should be update to determine:

A: If additional inspection will be needed at the new inspection date

B: The next inspection interval

C: The change in risk that may exist by not doing the planned inspection

D: Mitigation steps necessary to avoid

additional damage

REF-API – 510 ( 6.7) para 3

11- When conducting internal inspection if the lining appear damage or corroded the following
should be performed:

A: Internal PT examination should be applied to determine what type of corrosion occur

under in lining

B: External WFMT examination technique shell be use to inspect the condition of the
base metal

C: Remove small portion of the lining to investigate the condition of the lining and the

The vessel surface beneath

D: Install additional lining material over existing damage lining

REF-API- 510 (5.5.2.3 )

12- Welding scattered pit in the shell of the pressure vessel may be ignore if three condition are
meet. Which of the following is one of these condition:

A. No pit depth is greater then one half of the vessel wall thickness including the corrosion
allowance
B. The total area of pit deeper then the corrosion allowance d0es not exceed 7in²
C. ( 45.2 cm²) within any 8in² (20.32 cm ) diameter circle
D. The sum of the pit diameter along any straight line with in 8in diameter (20.32 cm ) circle
does not exceed 5in (12.70 cm)
E. The vessel is remaining life more the ten year.

REF-AP!- 510 (7.4.3)

13- A pressure relief valve remove from service for shop overhaul has been tested to determine the
as received PoP pressure . The initial PoP pressure is higher the ( CDTP ). The next inspection
should be to:

A: Recalibrate the test gauge

B: declared the test failed

C: test the valve second time

D: modify the service interval

REF-API-576-(6.2.9.2)

14- Weld and heat affected zone are often inspected for:

A: Hydrogen Blistering

B: Corrosion

C: Temper Embrittlement

D: Graphitization

REF-API-510-5.10
15- A vessel is inspected after a four year of service and the thinnest part of the shell is found to be
1.360 in (34.5 mm). if the original thickness was 1.438in (35.5 mm) and the minimum required
thickness is 1.232in (31.3 mm) what thickness of material is available for the remaining
corrosion allowance:

A: 0.064in ( 1.6 mm )

B: 0.078in ( 2.0mm )

C: 0.128in ( 3.2 mm ) remaining CA =To-Tr

D: 0.206in ( 5.2 mm )

REF-API-510 (7.2.1)

16- Liquid penetrate examination on both side of a furnished single v weld can detect all of the
following

A: cold shut

B: surface crack

C: surface porosity

D: underbead crack

REF-ASME V ( T-620 )

17- A pressure vessel is deeply corroded but not through its wall. A full circumferential band is
intended to serve as a temporary repair. The repair band material is not suitable for direct
contact with the contained fluid. Is this repair acceptable:

A: yes if an appropriate corrosion allowance is provided

B: No under any circumstance

C: yes as long as it is replaced in the next schedule turnaround

D: No, unless it is approved and documented by a pressure vessel engineer and the

authorized pressure vessel inspector.

REF-API-510 (8.1.6.1.4)
18- Corrective action for a welding nonconformance upon:

A: The nature of the non conformance and its impact on the properties of the weldment

B: The quality control system in use at the facility

C: weather the defect are crack-like consist primary or rounded indication

D: weather the defect could cause equipment failure or leaks

REF-API-577 (4.5)

19- With carbon and low alloy steel material CUI is usually in the Form of:

A: localized corrosion

B: Stress corrosion cracking

C: Microbiological induced corrosion

D: Galvanized corrosion

REF- API 571 (4.3.3.5 ) api 510 5.5.6.2

20- Brittle fracture of a component is directly related to:

A: Material toughness

B: Number of thermal cycle

C: Tensile strength

D: long term overstressing

REF-API-571() API 577 10.4.4

21- Rapture disk might suitable be used:

A: when the discharge from valve must be applied remote point

B: To protect the upstream side of a pressure relief valve against corrosion

C: in an incompressible service where quick blow down is needed

D: on stream boiler drum and superheater

REF- API – 576 ( 4.10 )

22- HCL is most often associated with :

A: High temperature corrosion

B: Dew point corrosion

C: Near surface blisters in carbon steel

D: Pitting attack in nickel base alloy

REF- API - 571 ( 5.1.1.4.1)

23- A person responsible for determining if a hydrostatic test must be performed after repairing
pressure vessel is the:

A: Pressure vessel engineer

B: Owner/user

C: “R” stamp holder

D: Api authorized inspector

REF- API – 510 (5.8.2.2)(5.8.2.1)

24- Spring in pressure relief valves typically failed:

A: Tensile over load

B: Creep

C: Erosion

D: corrosion

REF- API – 576 ( 5.3 )

25- rerating a vessel shell be in accordance with the requirement of the :

A: Engineer

B: construction code

C corrosion specialist

D: fitness for service calculation

REF- API - 510 ( 8.2 )

26- POP testing as a received condition or pressure relief valve in acid, caustic, toxic service can be
accomplished by what method:

A: using the lifting leaver on the valve while under nitrogen pressure prior to removed

B: carefully removing a solid fouling material that may effect the POP pressure

C: utilizing a test stand but onsite in the area where the valve is installed

D: lightly cleaning the valve with water prior testing

REF_API – 576
27- After being in service for 5 year a 14ft. (4.267 mm) (seam to seam) vertical vessel has a
measured thickness of 0.82in.(20.8 mm) over the entire length of the cylindrical shell. the measure
inside diameter is 38.13 in. ( 968.5 mm). the material of construction was originally 0.875in .( 22.2mm)
thick with an allowable stress of 17500 psi( 120.6 MPa) was fully radiographed and was design for a
pressure of 600psi(4.13MPa), including static head.

Assuming a corrosion rate of 0.018 in/yr.(0.4572 mm/yr) and a required thickness of 0.545in.

(13.8 mm), what is the interval for the next internal inspection.

A: 7.6 YEAR ACTUAL THICKNESS-REQUIRED THICKNESS /YEAR THEN ANSWER WILL BE

DIVIDE BY 2 FOR INTERVAL

B: 9.1 YEAR

C: 10 YEAR

REF-API – 510 ( CHAP 7 )

28- A new replacement vessels maximum allowable working pressure is 150 psig

( 1.03 MPa ) at 300F ( 149 C ) the allowable stress is the same at this temperature as the hydrostatic test

Temperature . the operating pressure is 140psig ( 0.96MPa).the minimum design metal temperature is
20F (-6.6C ).the appropriate post fabrication hydrostatic test pressure is:

A: 128 psig ( 1.25 MPa )

B: 195 psig (1.34MPa)

C 210 psig (1.44 MPa)

D: 225 psig (1.55 MPa)

REF- API -510 (5.8.3.1)

29- Before a hydrostatic pressure test it is most important to:

A: Consider the design of the supporting structure

B: rope of the perimeter of the vessel at the distance of 25ft

C: perform a preliminary examination for leaks at 110% of design pressure

D: perform additional nondestructive examination to ensure that there is no brittle

fracture

REF- API – 510 ( 5.8.5.1 )

30- what is the remaining life of a vessel corroding at a rate of 0.017in (0.432 mm ) a year

When the next inspection measurement was 0.638in ( 16.205 mm ) and the minimum required
thickness is 0.513 in( 13.030mm).

A: 3.67 year

B: 7.35 year

C: 10 year

D: 14.7 year

CR= 0.017 , Ta= 0.638, Tr= 0.513

REF – API – 510 (CHAP 7)

FORMULA RL=ta-tr/cr

31- The installation of a fillet weld patch on the exterior of a pressure vessel shell in most
cases require that the

A: shell material is free of defects using magnetic particle testing

B: rerating name plate is correctly stamped and install

C: now fillet weld patch plate not be installed on top of existing fillet welded patch.

D: efficiency of the attachment weld is identical to that of the original fabrication

REF- API-510 ( 8.1.6.1.2.3)

32- Design temperature , per API 510 is used for:

A: the maximum temperature expected during the lifetime of the pressure vessel

B: the temperature used in the code calculation of the pressure vessel

C: the average temperature of the process fluid through the vessel

D: the higher of the inlet and outlet process temperature

REF – API – 510 ( 3.1.4.5 )

33- pressure vessel engineer should be regarded as:

A: A person who is responsible for rerating and repair of pressure vessel

B: A person who design and oversees fabrication of pressure vessel before they are placed
in service

C: A person who has knowledge and experience in corrosion damage mechanism,

metallurgy material selection and corrosion monitoring program.

D: A person who , through consultation with other is a composite of all entities needed to
asses technical requirements for pressure vessel.

REF- API -510 ( 3.1.57)

`34- the ability of a metal to absorb energy and deform plasticity before fracturing is known
as:

A ductile-to-brittle transition

B plasticity

C Tensile strength

D Toughness

REF-API-577 (10.4.5)

35 MAWP for cylindrically shell of pressure vessel under determine by :

A API 510

B ASME SA516

C ASME Section II, Part D.

D ASME Section VIII, Subsection C.

REF-API-510 ( 7.3)

36 The inspector needs to replace a nozzle on a vessel that is in-service. The design of the
replacement nozzle shall employ what strength factor?

A The same allowable stress criteria as used for the vessel design

B Two third of the yield strength specified in the ASME Code

C The allowable stress in the current edition of the construction code

D One quarter of the maximum tensile strength specified in the ASME Code

REF-API-510(8.1.4)
37 Important information for probability of failure assessment for risk-based inspection(RBI)
will chek the

A Equipment failure data

B likelihood of an ignition source

C probability of rupture verses leak

D probability of experiencing extended downtime

REF-API-510 (5.2.2) last line

38 As a minimum an, ultrasonic instrument should be checked with a calibration standard at all
of the following time except

A when the ambient temperature changes

B when malfunctioning equipment is suspected

C at the beginning and end of each examination

D When examination personal are changed.

REF-ASME section 577 (9.9.3.1)

39 When planning pressure vessel internal inspection, the first step is to

A review the previous record of the vessel to be inspected

B review the likelihood of damage mechanism

C ensure that an authorized inspector is available

D ensure that an entry permits are in place

REF-API-510 (5.3.5)
40 what is one advantage of internal rotary UT over electromagnetic inspection method for
tube inspection of heat exchanger bundles?

A Rotary UTs will generally provide the most quantitative information

B electromagnetic methods typically require more technician knowledge and skill

C electromagnetic method are slower than rotary UT method and thereby cost more

D Rotary UTs generally do not need as through bundle cleaning as electromagnetic methods

REF-API-572(9.1)

41 the two most important alloying elements for prevention of high-temperature hydrogen
attack at

A manganese and nickel

B chromium and molybdenum

C nickel and chromium

D carbon and molybdenum

REF-API-571 (5.1.3.1.6)

42 what is the term used to describe ac condition that will designate reject ability of a weld

A Defect

B Blemish

C Flaw

D Discontinuity

REF-API-510 (3.1.1.5)
43 during repairs of alteration of pressure vessel, the inspector shall verify that all new
materials are

A consistent with specification

B incnformance with API 577

C subjected to 100% verification checking

D examine in accordance with API 578

REF-API – 510 (5.9.1)

44 all of the followings are suitable for determining the thickness of a part except

A ultrasonic shear wave

B profile radiography

C ultrasonic beam wave NOTE:STRAIGHT BEAM TECH, ARE USED FOR THICKNESS ,SHEAR
OR ANGLE BEAM TECH, ARE USED FOR WELD DISCOUNTINITY.

D ultrasonic “A” scan

REF-API-510 ( 5.7.2.1 A) API 577,9.9

45 the next inspection interval for vessels in corrosive service should be determine by
calculating the remaining life of

A the shell and heads

B the interval components

C all nozzles

D the limiting components

REF-API-510 (5.6.2)
46 According to API 510 how many thickness measurement should be taken on a pressure
vessel during internal or on stream inspection

A A representative number that will establish areas of corrosion

B at least one on each nozzle and two on each head and shell section

C at least one adjacent to each girth weld

D four point on the shell, one on each head and one on all major nozzle

REF-API-510 (5.6.2.1)

47 the methodology for radiographic examination of welded joints can be found in

A ASME, Section 8, DIV.1

B ASME, Section IX

C ASME, Section V

D API 510, Section 5

REF-ASME SECTION V ( T 270 )

48 the minimum required shell thickness for a 50 psig (345kPa) pressure vessel for a given
material without corrosion allowance is based on

allowable stress relief valve setting pressure loading international pressure

number of stiffening ring diameter

Drag and drop all that apply

UG-27-ASMEVIII-DIV.1

49 an inspector potential task prior to welding include all of the following

A identifying and clarifying inconsistencies with standards codes and specification

requirements

B identifying and clarifying missing details and information

C identifying and clarifying missing weld sizes, dimensions, tests, and any additional
requirements

D revising the weld design based on knowledge of anticipated problems

REF-API-577 ( 4.2.1)

50 the API inspector shall

A be directly involved in field inspection activities

B NDE examiners hired to take measurements and conduct tests

C maintain certification records of examiners

D enter all inspection data in to the record system

REF-API-510 (4.4)
51 API 510 allows a statistical analysis of ultrasonic thickness data to assess

A. Creep damage
B. Vessel with random but significant localized corrosion
C. The number of condition monitoring locations (CMLs) required
D. Corrosion rates and remaining life

REF-API-510 (5.6.2.1)

52 while performing a magnetic particle examination, the best result are achieved when the
lines of flux

A. At 45 to the discontinuity
B. Parallel to the discontinuity
C. Created around the discontinuity
D. Perpendicular to the discontinuity

REF-ASME SECTION V (T-772) PAGE - 179

53 weld buildup for purpose of the restoring base metal thickness involves the use of weld
metal having

A. The same P number as that of base metal

B. Similar composition to that of base metal
C. A higher carbon equivalent to that of base metal
D. Identical F number and A number as the base metal

REF-API ?

54 when performing a weld repair on a section of stainless steel weld overlay on is carbon steel
vessel the hydrogen service, which of the following is most important

A. Magnetic particle testing of overlay

B. Brinell hardness testing of overlay
C. Outgassing of base metal
D. Impact testing of base metal

REF-API-510 (8.1.6.4.3)A
55 accessible flange face should be inspected to determine

A. Metal specification
B. Correct dimensions
C. Environmental cracking
D. Gasket seating surface condition

REF-API-510 ( 5.11.2)

56 A primary goal of the internal inspection is to

A. Evaluate the condition of protective scale within equipment

B. Identify deposits or buildup that could replace equipment effectiveness
C. Confirm that trays, bubble caps, or other internals are functioning appropriately
D. Find damage that cannot be found by regular monitoring of external CMLs during on stream
inspection

REE-API- 510 ( 5.2.2.1) PARA 2

57 A new pressure vessel corrosion rates to be based of the following measurement taken from a
similar vessel after 6 years of the same service:

Item Original thickness Measured thickness

Shell 1.5in. (38.10mm) 1.430in.(36.32mm) CR .012
Top head 1.25in.(31.75mm ) 1.173in(29.79mm) CR .0128
Bottom head 1.50in.(38.10mm) 1.434in.(36.42mm) 0.011
Nozzle 1 0.875in.(22.23mm) 0.700in.(17.78mm) 0.029
Nozzle 2 0.3125in.(7.94mm) 0.250in.(6.35mm) 0.0104
Nozzle 3 0.6785in.(17.46mm) 0.622in.(15.80mm) 0.00941

The controlling corrosion rate that will determine the inspection interval is.

A. 0.012 in/yr (0.297 mm/yr)

B. 0.029 in/yr (0.742 mm/yr)
C. 0.128 in/yr (3.251 mm/yr)
D. 0.292 in/yr (7.417 mm/yr)

REF-API- 510 ( 7.2) ?

*CAUSTION: THE GOVERING REMAINING LIFE OF PRESSURE VESSEL IS BASED ON THINNEST
MEASURED COMPONENT.

58 A vessel has an actual thickness of 0.500 in (12.70mm) an original thickness of 0.606in

(15.37mm) and a minimum required thickness of 0.425in (10.80mm). the vessel is corroding at 0.015
in/year (0.380 mm/year). What is the remaining life of the vessel?

A. 2.5 years
B. 5 years
C. 6 years
D. 12 years

REF-API-510 ( 7.2)

59 Pressure-relief valves are considered stuck if they fail to pop at the inlet pressure of what
pressure of the CDTP?

A. 103%
B. 110%
C. 125%
D. 150%

REF-API-576 ( 6.2.9.2) (PAGE 41 LINE 5)

60 which of the following may be used as permanent repair for damage other than cracks?

A. Non-penetrating nozzles
B. Lap band repairs
C. Fillet welded patch
D. Fiberglass reinforced patch

REF-API-510 ( 8.16.1.4)

61 in conducting a risk base (RBI) identifying and evaluating potential damage mechanism

A. Shall be conduct by an authorized pressure vessel engineer

B. Shall be conduct by an authorized pressure vessel inspector
C. Is an important step in assessing a type of a pressure vessel failure that could occur
D. Is an important step in assessing the probability of a pressure vessel failure

REF-API-510 ( 5.2.2)
62 when performing local post weld heat treatment (PWHT) in lieu of a 360 bending PWHT when
maintain ptre heat temperature must be maintain during welding

A. 150F(66C)
B. 200F(93C)
C. 250F(121C)
D. 300F(150C)

REF-API-510 (8.1.7.4.2)E

63 Which of the following best describes how to establish the inspection interval for pressure vessel
describe?

A. Following the requirement of the manufacturer of the device

B. Inspect and service the device whenever the vessel is scheduled for inspection
C. Do not allow the interval to exceed 10 years
D. Considered the performance of the device in the particular service concern

REF-API-510 ( 6.1)

64 preheat temperature use in making welding repair shall be in accordance with the

A. Procedure qualification record

B. Applicable code and owners specification
C. Applicable code and qualified welding procedure
D. Qualified welding procedure and the owners recommendations

REF-API-510 ( 8.1.7.3)

65 in conducting a risk base inspection (RBI) identifying and evaluating potential damage mechanism

A. Shall be conduct by an authorized pressure vessel engineer

B. Shall be conduct by an authorized pressure vessel inspector
C. Is an important step in assessing a type of a pressure vessel failure that could occur
D. Is an important step in assessing the probability of a pressure vessel failure

REF-API-510 (5.2.1)
66 according to API standard 510 flush (insert) patches must

A. Have a minimum 1 in (25mm) radius corner

B. Be greater than 2in (50mm) from a weld seam
C. Be greater than 4 in (100mm) in diameter
D. Be 100% ultrasonically inspected

REF-API-510 (8.1.6.1.2.2)

67 when evaluating existing equipment with minimal document what is the maximum joint efficiency
that can be used for seamless shell head or nozzle when the extent of radiography performed is
unknown

A. 0.55
B. 0.65
C. 0.70
D. 0.85

REF-API- 510 (7.7) PARA 3 LINE 11

68 API 510 code who is responsible for weld quality of welder and welding procedure

A. The individual welder or welding operator

B. The repair organization
C. The welding inspector (CWI) assigned to the job
D. The contractors quality control inspectors

REF-API-510 (8.1.7.2.1)

69 unless justified by risk base inspection (RBI) assessment an external inspection on an above ground
vessel shall be performed

A. At every turnaround
B. When operational change occur
C. At the lesser of either 5 years or at the same interval as the required internal/onstream
inspection
D. At the lesser of either 5 years or at the quarter corrosion rate life

REF-API-510 (6.5)
70 a vessel has a measured head thickness of 0.875 in (2202mm) and a required thickness of 0.563 in
(14.3 mm). if the corrosion rate is 0.019 in/yr (0.4826 mm/yr) what is the interval for the next internal
inspection of the vessel

A. 4.1 years
B. 8.2 years
C. 10.0 years
D. 16.4 years

REF-API -510 (6.5.1.1)

71 a risk base inspection (RBI) assessment for the internal are on-stream inspection shall be invested
and approved at intervals not to exceed a maximum of

A. 3 years
B. 5 years
C. 10 years
D. 15 years

REF-API-510 (6.5.1.1)

72 when performing vessel repair which of the following does not qualify as an API 510 repirs

A. Owner/user shop
B. Contractor chosen by the owner/user
C. ASME U stamp holder
D. ASME VR stamp holder

REF-API-510 ( 3.1.62)

73 what is the main reason pressure vessel should be inspected at the time of installation

A. To verify that the vessel is safe to operate

B. To verify that the vessel has been fabricated according to specification
C. To look for corrosion/cracking that may be present before operation
D. To check for correct dimension and placement of nozzles

REF-API-510 (6.2.1)
74 if the remaining life of the vessel estimated at 3 years an external inspection shell be performed
when:

A. 1.5 years
B. 2 years
C. 3years
D. 5 years

REF-API-510 (6.5.1.2)

75 the inspector in consultation with whom should determine when it is necessary to remove deposit
or lining to perform adequate inspection

A. A corrosion specialist
B. The inspection supervisor
C. A pressure vessel engineer
D. A NACE coating inspector

REF-API-510 (5.5.2.3)

76 external inspection of a vessel reveals that the anchor bolts are corroding which of the following
test would best determine the overall condition of the bolting

A. Radiography
B. Hammer testing
C. Scrapping rust from a nut
D. Visual inspection

REF- API.572( 9.3.4)

77 Which of the following non destructive examination (NDE ) method is most likely to detect a sub
surface lamination in a pressure vessel

A. Ultrasonic API 572,9.4.4.2

B. Magnetic -particle
C. Dye- penetrant
D. Eddy- current [REF-API-510 (5.7.1.1)]
78 in according with API 510 temporary repair may remain in place for longer period of time when

A. The approval of a jurisdiction is received

B. Approved and documented by the inspector
C. Evaluated, approved and documented by the engineer and inspector
D. A mandatory date for installing permanent repair has been include in the documentation

REF-API-510 (8.1.6.1.1)

79 in risk base inspection (RBI) risk or managed primarily through

A. Consequence assessment
B. Repair and replacement
C. Management of change
D. Inspection activities

REF-API-510 (3.1.66) last line

80 a pneumatic test

A. Is generally less risky than a high pressure hydrostatic test

B. Is the same as an air test
C. May cause potential risk to personal and property
D. Is perform in four step increases

REF-API -510 (5.8.6)

81 which of the following are considered permanent repair of a corroded vertical shell section

Option

Excavation and blend grinding weld overlay Replacement of damage area

Fillet-welded patch with rounded corner

Drag and drop all that apply [REF-API-510 ( 8.1.6.2.1)]

Excavation and blend grinding weld overlay Replacement of damage area

82 …….. provide the controls that are necessary when contract inspector used to supply inspection ….
the site

A. The local jurisdiction

B. The owner user inspection program
C. That the contract company supervisor on site
D. The maintenance engineering organization

REF-API-510 ( 4.4)

83 for vessel whose remaining safe operating life is estimated to be only 5 years the next external
inspection shall be before

A. 2 years
B. 2.5 years
C. 4 years
D. The vessels full life has expired

REF-API-510 (6.4.1)
84 if corrosion under insulation damage is found the inspector

A. Should inspect other susceptible areas on the vessel

B. Shall remove half of all damage insulation for inspecting the vessel wall condition

B. Should remove the damage insulation plus a minimum one foot around all nozzles
C. Should use acoustic emission testing to locate damage areas

REF-API-510 (5.5.6.2)

85 inspection for corrosion under insulation shall be consider for externally insulated austonatic
stainless steel vessel operating between

A. 10 F and 350 F (-12C and 175C )

B. 32F and 212 F (0 C and 100C )
C. 140F and 250 F (60C and 121C)
D. 140F and 350F (60C and 175 C) [REF-API-510 (5.5.6.1)]

86 unless justified by RBI an on stream inspection cannot be substituted for an internal inspection for
vessel

A. Where the corrosion character of the content has been established by at least 5 years of the
same service
B. Operating at temperatures below the creep rapture range
C. That have a non integrally bonded liner
D. Where the size or configuration makes vessel entry impossible

REF-API-510 (5.6.2.1)
87 prior to using preheat or controlled deposition welding as alternatives to post weld heat treatment
(PWHT) a metallurgical review shall be conducted by a/an

A. Pressure vessel engineer

B. Corrosion engineer
C. Experienced PWHT contractor
D. Authorized pressure vessel inspector

REF-API-510 (8.1.7.4.3.1.2)

88 according to ASME code section ix essential welding procedure variable are those in which a change
in a variable

A. Will not affect the mechanical property of the weldment

B. May be made in the WPS without requalification
C. Requires requalification of welding procedure
D. Requires post weld heat treatment of the weld

REF-API-510 (8.2.1.7)

89 What is the quality assurance

A. All nondestructive examination (NDE) activities apply to a pressure vessel during fabrication
and/or repair
B. All planned and preventative action required to determine if a pressure will meet requirements
C. All nondestructive examination (NDE) activities applied to a pressure vessel during required
inspection activities
D. A list of all the quality control and nondestructive examination (NDE) procedure that are
required for an in service inspection.

REF-API-510 (3.1.59)
90 brittle fracture usually occurs only at:

A. Elevated temperature where there is a high stress concentration

B. Temperature below freezing
C. Temperatures below the charpy impact transition temperature
D. Temperatures above the charpy impact transition temperature

REF –API-571 (4.2.7.3)

91 which of the following is most susceptible to chloride stress corrosion cracking ?

A. Non stress relieved admiralty brass U-bends

B. Inadequately heat treated 1.25 Cr-0.5 Mo low alloy steel
C. Non stress relieved 304 stainless steel
D. Non-postweld heat treated carbon vessel.

REF-API-571 ( 4.5.1.6)

92 Rerating calculation shall be performed by the manufacturer or which of the following ?

A. Owner/user engineering g experience in pressure vessel design

B. Owner/user registered professional engineer
C. API authorized pressure vessel engineer
D. ASME credited repair organization

REF-API-510 (8.2.1)

93 according to API 510, pipe cap over pressure vessel damage

A. Can only used if the cap has a thickness corresponding to XXS or greater
B. May be used as permanent repairs for other than crack when the design and method of
attachment comply with the applicable construction code
C. May be used only as temporary repair until permanent repair can be effected at the next
available maintenance opportunity
D. Are prohibited as a means of temporary or permanent repair

REF-API-510 (8.1.6.1.4)
94 a plant engineer would like to increase a vessel operating temperature by 100F(38C ) the vessels
name plate state a maximum allowable working pressure of 250 psig( 1.7 MPa) at 650F (343C ) and the
current operating temperature is 600F ( 315 C ) what is the first step in increasing the operating
temperature ?

A. Perform calculation to is sufficient determine if the vessel thickness

B. Determine a new corrosion rate of the vessel
C. Perform an internal inspection of the vessel
D. Determine if the pressure relief device will be suitable at the new temperature

REF-API-510 ( CHAP 7)

95 if a pressure vessel component should fail because an incorrect material was investigated suitable
for the specified material the inspector shall:

A. Remove the vessel fabricator from the list of approved suppliers

B. Apply API 578 for material verification on other pressure vessel
C. Consider the need for further verification of existing material
D. Require 100% PMI test verification of all other components in the vessel

REF-API-510 ( 5.9.2)

96 on in service vessel if there is a conflict between requirement of the ASME code and the API 510
code, which should take precedence ?

A. ASME Code
B. API 510 Code
C. Most stringent code
D. Applicable code as determined by authorized pressure vessel inspector

REF-API-510 (1.1.1)
97 Fillet-welded patches may be used as

A. Temporary repair when approved by the API authorized inspector

B. Permanent repair when approved by pressure vessel engineer
C. Temporary repair when approved by the API authorized inspector and pressure vessel engineer
D. Permanent repair when approved by the API authorized inspector and pressure vessel engineer

REF-API-510 (8.1.6.1.2.1) PAGE 47

98 the required thickness of a pressure vessel component is defined as the

A. The thickness at which it is unsafe for continued service without risk assessment
B. The thickness at which the component must be replaced
C. The minimum thickness based on the design code calculation including required corrosion
allowance
D. The minimum thickness based on the design code calculation not including required corrosion
allowance

REF-API-510 (3.1.63)

99 image quality indicators are selected based on

A. Thickness of material being radioghraphed

B. Specified quality necessary in the weld
C. Film speed selected for the job
D. Size of penetrameter hole

REF-ASME SECTION V (T-233)

100 for localized corrosion , it is important that examinations are conducted using

A. Scanning methods
B. Digital thickness measurements
C. Electromagnetic techniques
D. Ultrasonic shear wave techniques

RER-API-571 (3.14.7)
101 an inspector finds a thin area in the shell of pressure vessel. The corroded areas is a groove above
the demister pad. The groove crosses a longitudinal butt weld seam. When evaluating the required
thickness of shell more than 1 in. (25.4 mm) away from the longitudinal butt weld the joint efficiency to
use is.

A. 0.70
B. 0.85
C. 0.90
D. 1.00

REF-API-510 (7.4.5)

102 a written material verification programmed indicating the extent and type of PMI is to be as
outlined the API document?

A. 510
B. 572
C. 577
D. 578

REF-API-510 (5.9.1)

103 which of the following correctly describes alterations?

A. Alteration has design implications beyond the scope of the existing data reports
B. Alteration are defined by the requirements of jurisdictional authorities
C. Adding a reinforced nozzle to either head of the vessel is always an alteration
D. Major repairs are always considered alteration, while routine repairs are not considered
alterations.

REF-API-510 (3.1.1)
104 which of the following may be used to establish the maximum allowable worksing pressure for
continued use of a pressure vessel without rerating?

A. Original code of construction

B. Original edition of API 510
C. Latest edition of API 510
D. Latest edition of ASME Code, section IV

REF-API-510 (7.3.1)

105 the inspection plan shall include as a minimum

A. Description of the extent and location of inspection and NDE

B. Identification of next inspection data for each inspection type
C. Description of the surface cleaning requirements needed for inspection
D. Identification of inspection tasks and scheduled required to monitor damage mechanism

REF-API-510 (5.1.3)

106 what is the remaining life of a vessel corroding at rate of 0.021 in/yr (0.533 mm/yr) whwn the
inspection measurement is 0.638 in (16.2 mm/yr) and the minimum required thickness is 0.4375 in (11.3
mm) ?

A. 2.39 years
B. 4.78 years
C. 9.55 years
D. 10 years REF-API-510 ( 7.2.1)

107 when condition monitoring locations ( CMLs ) are substantially reduced

A. A records of two consecutive CML measurements shall be used to justify the change
B. A vessel engineer should be consulted
C. A corrosion specialist should be consulted
D. Approval of authorized inspector is required

REF-API-510 (5.6.3)
108 the pressure vessel record need not contain which of the following?

A. The name of person who performed the inspection

B. Thickness measurement
C. Documentation of ultrasonic testing calibration
D. Design calculation

REF-API-510 (5.3.5)

109 an external inspection of a pressure vessel should begin with

A. A quick examination of attached piping for deformation

B. Ladders, stairways, platforms, or walkways
C. External paint and insulation
D. Nozzles and manways

REF-API-510 ( 5.5.4.1.1)

110 the pressure vessel is in noncontinuous service. While out of service vessel is isolated and
protected from internal corrosion. If a risk base inspection(RBI)is not considered, the maximum internal
or on stream inspection interval shall be

A. 5 years, because of the potential of corrosion

B. The 10 years of actual service exposed life
C. 10 calendar years from the last inspection
D. The half-life of the calendar time since the last inspection

REF-API-510 (6.5.1.2)