API-580 Exam Dumps : API 580 - Risk Based Inspection

According to Section 5.4 of API 580:

“Risk presented as a precise numeric value (as in a quantitative analysis) implies a greater level of accuracy… However, the implied linkage of precision and accuracy may not exist because of the element of uncertainty that is inherent with probabilities and consequences.”

This clearly supports that Option D is correct. While quantitative methods appear precise, their accuracy may be affected by model limitations, uncertainty, and data variability. Therefore, understanding this distinction helps practitioners avoid overconfidence in the output of RBI tools.

API 580, Section 15.2.4:

“A qualified corrosion specialist shall be responsible for assessing the types of damage mechanisms and their applicability and severity to the equipment considering the process conditions, environment, metallurgy, age, and other relevant data.”

Other roles may assist but the designated responsibility lies with the corrosion specialist.

API 580 clearly states under Section 13.6:

“Emergency depressurizing and/or de-inventory should be achieved within a few minutes to reduce the risk from an explosion/fire. This method reduces the amount and rate of release.”

While other methods (such as substitution or containment) reduce hazard or consequence, emergency depressuring directly targets the rate and quantity of material released.