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Question 1

This recommended practice (RP) is specifically targeted to the application of RBI in the ,,,,,, and ,,,,,,

Answer 1

hydrocarbon

chemical process industry

Question 2

Flexibility in Application:

This RP is intended to promote consistency and quality in the identification, assessment, and management of risks pertaining to material deterioration that could lead to

Answer 2

loss of containment.

Question 3

Mechanical Integrity Focused:

PHA risk assessments focus on the ,,,,, and ,,,,,, and their adequacy given the unit’s current or anticipated operating conditions.

Answer 3

process unit design

operating practices

Question 4

Equipment Covered:

equipment and associated components/internals are covered by this document are;

Answer 4

a) pressure vessels & pressure components;
b) process piping—pipe and piping components;
c) storage tanks—atmospheric and pressurized;
d) rotating equipment—pressure-containing components;
e) boilers and heaters—pressurized components;
f) heat exchangers (shells, floating heads, channels, and bundles);
g) pressure-relief devices

Question 5

Equipment Covered:

equipment and associated components/internals are not covered by this document are;

Answer 5

a) instrument and control systems;
b) electrical systems;
c) structural systems;
d) machinery components (except pump and
compressor casings).

Question 6

Target Audience:

The primary audience for this RP is ,,,,,, and ,,,, who are responsible for the ,,,,,,

Answer 6

• inspection & engineering personnel

- mechanical integrity and operability of equipment covered by this RP

Question 7

Target Audience:

RBI is not exclusively ,,,,,,, activity.

Answer 7

an inspection activity