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API API-510 Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | American Petroleum Institute (API) |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | Pressure Vessel Inspector |
| Exam Number: | API-510 |
| Exam Price: | USD 1,050 - 1,300 (varies by region/retake) |
| Certificate Validity Period: | 3 years |
| Related Certifications: | API 570 Piping Inspector API 653 Tank Inspector API 510 Pressure Vessel Inspector Certification |
| Passing Score: | Minimum scaled score of 70% |
| Available Languages: | English |
| Exam Duration: | 240 (Closed Book) + 180 (Open Book) |
| Real Exam Qty: | 145 (Part A) + 10 (Part B) |
| Exam Format: | Closed Book, Multiple Choice, Open Book |
| Sample Questions: | API API-510 Sample Questions |
| Exam Way: | Online (Computer Based Testing) or Paper-based at approved test centers. |
| Pre Condition: | Minimum of 5 years experience in pressure vessel inspection, design, fabrication, or repair. Education may substitute for up to 2 years of experience. |
| Official Syllabus URL: | https://www.api.org/products-and-standards/certifications-and-licensing/individual-certification-programs/icp-pressure-vessel |
API API-510 Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Objectives |
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| Topic 1: Part A - Closed Book (Morning Session) | - API 510: Pressure Vessel In-service Inspection Code
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| Topic 2: Part B - Open Book (Afternoon Session) | - ASME PCC-2: Repair of Pressure Equipment and Piping
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API Pressure Vessel Inspector Sample Questions:
Risk-based Inspection combines the assessment of?
- A. likelihood of failure and the effects on plant operation of failure
- B. chances of failure and the cost of failure
- C. likelihood of failure and the consequence of failure
- D. likelihood of poor inspection and the consequence of failure
Correct Answer: C 🗳️
Describe the process for re-certifying a pressure vessel that has been out of service for an extended period according to API-510.
Reveal Solution Discussion 0Correct Answer:
Re-certifying a pressure vessel that has been out of service according to API-510 involves a comprehensive inspection and testing process to ensure it meets all current safety standards before being returned to service. This includes a complete internal and external visual inspection, thickness measurements to check for corrosion or erosion, and non-destructive testing to detect any defects.
Additionally, a hydrostatic or pneumatic test must be conducted to verify the integrity of the pressure boundaries. Any issues identified must be repaired, and the vessel must comply with the current versions of the API-510 code before re-certification can be completed.
Under API-510, how often must the qualifications of a pressure vessel inspector be revalidated through testing or continuing education?
- A. Every 10 years
- B. Every 5 years
- C. Every 3 years
- D. Every 6 years
Correct Answer: C 🗳️
Under which of the following condition(s) should you require the removal of safety relief device(s)?
- A. Blowback had been detected and the manufacturers recommend removal
- B. Surface corrosion on the body of the relief device
- C. The safety relief device was opening on a irregular, unexplainable basis
- D. If a pressure test is being conducted in which the test pressure will exceed the set pressure of the safety relief valve with the lowest setting
Correct Answer: D 🗳️
Pressure relieving device repair organizations shall have a fully documented quality control system and which of the following?
- A. A Valve Repair Certificate of Authorization issued by the National Board
- B. A Valve Repair Certificate of Authorization issued by the ASME
- C. A valve Repair Certificate of Authorization issued by the API
- D. Fully documented training program
Correct Answer: D 🗳️
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