API 580/581 - Risk-Based Inspection (RBI) Methodology
$1000.00
API 580/581 - Risk-Based Inspection (RBI) Methodology
Course Overview
Program Title: API 580 Risk-Based Inspection & API 581 Quantitative RBI Analysis
Duration: 4 Days (32 Contact Hours)
Schedule: February 3-6, 2026 | April 14-17, 2026
Timing: Full-Day (9:00 AM - 5:00 PM)
Location: Riyadh | Online Live
Course Code: STC-RBI-2026-02
Investment: 3,600 SAR (Early Bird: 2,880 SAR)
Course Description:
Comprehensive training on Risk-Based Inspection methodology per API 580 (qualitative) and API 581 (quantitative). Learn to optimize inspection programs by focusing resources on high-risk equipment in refineries, petrochemical plants, and processing facilities.
Course covers risk assessment principles, probability of failure (PoF) determination using damage mechanisms, consequence of failure (CoF) analysis (safety, environmental, business), equipment prioritization, inspection planning, and RBI program management aligned with Saudi Aramco and international practices.
Target Audience:
Inspection engineers and RBI coordinators
Mechanical integrity engineers
Asset integrity managers
API 510/570/653 inspectors
Reliability engineers
Plant engineers and managers
Prerequisites:
Understanding of pressure equipment inspection (API 510/570/653 knowledge helpful)
Familiarity with damage mechanisms (API 571 recommended)
Engineering or technical background
Course Curriculum Highlights
Day 1: RBI Fundamentals & API 580 Overview
Risk concept: Risk = Probability × Consequence
RBI benefits and business case
API 580 qualitative RBI methodology
API 581 quantitative RBI approach
RBI program planning and management
Data requirements and quality
Equipment inventory and unit segmentation
Damage mechanism identification and assessment
Day 2: Probability of Failure (PoF) Analysis
PoF factors: Age, corrosion rate, damage mechanisms, inspection effectiveness
Generic failure frequency data
Technical module factors (TMFs) per API 581
Thickness measurement evaluation
Effective inspection credit
PoF category determination (1-5 or A-E)
PoF calculation examples for piping and vessels
Day 3: Consequence of Failure (CoF) Analysis
CoF categories: Safety (injury/fatality), environmental, business interruption
Fluid properties: Flammability, toxicity, volatility
Release scenarios: Small/medium/large holes, rupture
Consequence area determination
Population density and detection systems
Financial consequence calculation
CoF category determination (A-E)
Risk matrix and equipment prioritization
Day 4: Inspection Planning & RBI Implementation
High-risk equipment identification
Inspection scope and method selection
Inspection interval optimization
Inspection effectiveness and coverage
RBI software tools: DNV Synergi, Meridium APM, IMS RBI
RBI program implementation steps
Ongoing assessment and continuous improvement
API 580 RBI professional certification overview
Saudi Aramco RBI requirements (SAEP-700 series)
Practical exercise: Conduct RBI assessment on sample process unit
Learning Outcomes
Apply API 580/581 RBI methodology to equipment populations
Calculate Probability of Failure using damage mechanisms
Determine Consequence of Failure for equipment items
Create risk matrix and prioritize inspection activities
Develop optimized inspection plans based on risk
Manage and sustain RBI programs
Reduce inspection costs while maintaining safety and reliability
Prepare for API 580 RBI Professional certification (optional exam)
Course Materials
API 580 Risk-Based Inspection (3rd Edition)
API 581 Risk-Based Inspection Technology (3rd Edition)
RBI calculation spreadsheets and tools
Case studies from GCC facilities
Sample RBI reports and documentation
Risk matrix templates
Instructor: Eng. Nasser Al-Dosari, API 580 RBI Professional, 15 years RBI implementation at SABIC
Registration: scitcc.com/api-rbi | +971566922928
