7 - Data and Information Collection for RBI Assessment

Question 1

The ,,,,,,,, of the data should be consistent with the RBI method used.

Answer 1

precision

Question 2

It may be advantageous to combine ,,,,,, data gathering

with other ,,,,,, data gathering (see 5.7) as much of the data may be the same

Answer 2

risk analysis

risk/hazard analysis

Question 3

RBI Data Needs:
For each RBI approach it is important ,,,,,, all bases for the study and assumptions from the onset and to apply a consistent rationale.

Answer 3

to document

Question 4

RBI Data Needs:

Documentation of ,,,,,, equipment and piping identifiers is a good starting point for any level of study

Answer 4

unique

Question 5

Data Needs for Qualitative RBI :

It is important to establish a set of rules to assure consistency in ,,,,,, or ,,,,

Answer 5

categorization or classification

Question 6

Data Needs for Qualitative RBI :

it is important to have ,,,,, perform the qualitative RBI analysis

Answer 6

qualified persons

Question 7

Data Needs for Quantitative RBI:
Quantitative RBI uses ,,,,, depicting combinations of events that could result in severe accidents and ,,,,,, depicting the progression of accidents and the ,,,,, to the environment

Answer 7

logic models
physical models
transport of a hazardous material

Question 8

Data Needs for Quantitative RBI:

The models are evaluated ,,,,, to provide both qualitative and quantitative insights about the level of risk

Answer 8

probabilistically

Question 9

Data Needs for Quantitative RBI:

,,,,,,information and data are needed for a fully quantitative RBI in order to provide input for the models.

Answer 9

more detailed

Question 10

Data Needs for Semi-quantitative RBI:
The semi-quantitative analysis typically requires the same type of data as a ,,,,,, analysis, but generally not as detailed

Answer 10

quantitative

Question 11

Data Needs for Semi-quantitative RBI:
Although the precision of the analysis may be less, however, that does not mean that the analysis will be
,,,,,

Answer 11

less accurate

Question 12

Data Quality :

The data quality has a direct relation to the ,,,,, of the RBI analysis

Answer 12

relative accuracy

Question 13

Data Quality :

Data inputs and assumptions shall be validated by qualified personnel such as ,,,,, to review operating parameters used

Answer 13

process engineer / operator

Question 14

Data Quality :

if baseline inspections were not performed or documented, ,,,, may be used for the original thickness

Answer 14

nominal thickness

Question 15

Data Quality :
This assumption (nominal thickness) can significantly impact the ,,,,, early in the equipment life.

Answer 15

calculated corrosion rate

Question 16

Data Quality :

The ,,,,, error may result in the calculated corrosion rate appearing artificially high or low

Answer 16

measurement

Question 17

Data Quality :
validation step stresses the need for ,,,,, comparing data from the inspections to the expected damage mechanism and rates.

Answer 17

a qualified person

Question 18

Data Quality :

,,,,,, may be useful in this review

Answer 18

Statistics

Question 19

Codes and Standards:
The selection and type of codes
and standards used by a facility can have a ,,,,impact on RBI results.

Answer 19

significant

Question 20

Sources of Site-specific Data and Information:

Information for RBI can be found in many places within ,,,

Answer 20

a facility.

Question 21

Sources of Site-specific Data and Information:
It may be advantageous to combine ,,,,, data gathering with other ,,,,, data gathering [e.g. PHA, RCM, quantitative risk assessment (QRA)] as much of the data overlaps.

Answer 21

RBI data

risk/hazard analysis