Piping Inspector (API 570) Practice Exam

A Piping Inspector (API 570) is a qualified professional who inspects, assesses, and ensures the ongoing integrity and fitness for service of metallic piping systems in industrial settings. This role plays a critical role in maintaining the safety and reliability of various industrial processes that rely on these piping systems.

Who should pursue API 570 Certification?

This certification is ideal for individuals seeking to:

• Demonstrate their knowledge and skills in inspecting, repairing, and altering in-service metallic piping systems.
• Advance their careers in inspection, maintenance, or engineering roles related to piping systems.
• Contribute to the safety and reliability of industrial operations by ensuring the integrity of piping systems.

Roles and Responsibilities:

A Piping Inspector (API 570) may be involved in various responsibilities, including:

• Performing visual inspections of piping systems to identify potential defects, corrosion, or damage.
• Conducting non-destructive testing (NDT) using techniques like radiography, ultrasound, or magnetic particle testing to assess the internal condition of pipes.
• Evaluating inspection results to determine the remaining life of piping components and identify necessary repairs or replacements.
• Preparing inspection reports documenting findings and recommendations.
• Staying up-to-date on relevant codes, standards, and industry best practices related to piping inspection.

Certification Exam:

The API 570 certification is awarded upon passing a two-part exam:

• Part 1: Closed-book, multiple-choice exam assessing knowledge of API 570 code requirements, piping materials, inspection methods, and relevant engineering principles.
• Part 2: Open-book exam testing the inspector's ability to apply their knowledge to real-world scenarios through case studies and problem-solving exercises.

Additional Information:

• To be eligible for the exam, individuals must meet minimum education and experience requirements as outlined by the American Petroleum Institute (API).
• The API 570 certification needs to be renewed every six years to maintain its validity.
• This certification is valuable for individuals working in various industries that utilize piping systems, including oil and gas, chemical, petrochemical, and power generation.

Course Outline

• Organization and Certification Requirements 
• Types and Definitions of Maintenance Inspections
• Welding on Piping 
• Corrosion and Minimum Thickness Evaluation
• Estimated Remaining Life
• Inspection Interval Determination and Issues Affecting Intervals
• Maintenance Inspection Safety Practices 
• Inspection Records and Reports
• Repairs/Alterations/Reratings to Piping
• Rerating Piping
• Pressure Testing After Repairs, Alterations, or Rerating 
• Pressure Temperature Ratings 
• Markings 
• Materials 
• Dimensions 
• Test 
• Limiting Dimensions of Gaskets 
• Methods for Establishing Pressure-Temperature Ratings 
• Methods of performing positive material identification and related record keeping