API 570 Recertification Quiz - Questions and Answers (Updated January 2022)

Question: Preferential weld corrosion shall be assessed by:

A. the corrosion specialist

B. the NDE examiner
C. the piping engineer
D. the inspector

Reference: API-570 Paragraph 5.1.4

Question: What should the inspector do after a rejectable defect has been identified?

A. Notify operations personnel

B. Perform RT inspection
C. Consult a metallurgist
D. Mark the area for repair

Reference: XXX

Question: An NPS 8 (200 DN) and 0.322 inch (8.18mm) thick carbon steel piping systems with design
pressure of 265 psig (1,827 kPa) and MDMT 59°F (15°C) is to be hydrostatically pressure tested. The
metal should be maintained at a temperature of at least:

A. 59°F (15°C).
B. 89°F (32°C).
C. 69°F (25°C).
D. 79°F (26°C).

Reference: XXX

Question: The potential for brittle fracture is of concern during pressure tests when the hydrotest test
pressure exceeds what percent of the required hydrotest pressure?

A. 50
B. 30
C. 40
D. 25

Reference: API-570 Paragraph 5.11.4

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Question: When steam is used as the pressure test medium for piping other than Category D, which of the
following applies?

A. Rules for pneumatic testing as stated in ASME B31.3 should be followed.

B. Maximum temperature is limited to 366°F (186°C) and steam must be flowing.
C. Steam pressure must be below 300 psi.
D. Rules for hydrotesting as stated in ASME B31.3 should be followed.

Reference: API-570 Paragraph 6.3.4.5 (f)

Question: During piping installation, what information should be documented for use in corrosion rate
calculations?

A. piping design thickness data

B. minimum thickness data
C. base-line thickness data
D. nominal thickness data

Reference: API-570 Paragraph 6.2.1

Question: The maximum interval between RBI assessments for Class 3 piping systems is:

A. owner-user option.
B. 15 years.
C. 10 years.
D. 5 years.

Reference: API-570 Paragraph 6.3.3 Table 1

Question: Details related to NDE of welds that should be reviewed by the inspector include:

A. inspector is in agreement with welder’s interpretations and findings.

B. NDE performed during final PWHT.
C. specified frequency of examination.
D. work of each pipefitter included in random examination techniques.

Reference: API-570 Paragraph 6.3.4.5 (f)

Question: How frequently should thickness measurements be conducted on class 4 piping systems?

A. Option of owner/user
B. Every 20 years
C. Every 10 years
D. Every 15 years

Reference: API-570 Paragraph 6.3.3

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Question: Identifying integrity operating envelopes for key process variables is an important adjunct for:

A. management of change.
B. understanding damage mechanisms.
C. fitness for service evaluation.
D. risk-based inspection.

Reference: API-570 Paragraph 4.3.1.4

Question: Corrosion allowance in FRP equipment typically composed of an inner surface and an interior
layer which is specified as necessary to provide the best overall resistance to chemical attack is:

A. corrosion rate.
B. damage mechanism.
C. corrosion allowance.
D. corrosion barrier.

Reference: API-570 Paragraph 3.1.13

Question: During pressure testing, owner/users are cautioned not to exceed what value for materials that
may be used in elevated temperature service?

A. 150% of design
B. 90% of SMYS
C. MAWP
D. ASME allowable stress

Reference: API-570 Paragraph 5.11.1 NOTE

Question: If the requirements of API 570 are more stringent than the jurisdictional requirements:

A. the authorized inspector has the discretion to follow API 570 or jurisdiction
B. the owner/user has responsibility for deciding the course of action
C. the requirements of API 570 shall govern
D. the jurisdictional requirements always govern

Reference: API-570 Paragraph 4.3.1.1

Question: Which type of ultrasonic display shows the amplitude of the signal coming from the
discontinuity as a function of time?

A. B-scan and C-scan display

B. C-scan
C. A-scan and C-scan display
D. A-scan display

Reference: API-577 Paragraph 8.9.2.1

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Question: The damage mechanism typically associated with subsurface *****ing type damage is:

A. polythionic acid stress corrosion *****ing.

B. caustic stress corrosion *****ing.
C. hydrogen induced *****ing.
D. sulfide stress *****ing.

Reference: API-570 Paragraph 5.4.1 (c)

Question: Besides all forms of damage that could reasonably be expedited to affect equipment, other
factors that should be considered in an RBI probability assessment include:

A. operating conditions both past and projected.

B. probability of serious injuries or fatalities.
C. maintenance of fire and safety systems.
D. consequences of any previous incidents.

Reference: API-570 Paragraph 5.2.2 (g)

Question: A signal of discontinuity in the material under nondestructive examination is considered:

A. a defect
B. a flaw
C. an artifact
D. an indication

Reference: API-577 Paragraph 3.1.44

Question: What is the purpose of recording a minimum alert thickness for a piping system?

A. to signal to the inspector that it is time for a remaining life assessment

B. to signal to the inspector that a fitness-for-service assessment is necessary
C. to signal to the inspector that it is time for determining the pressure minimum thickness
D. to signal to the inspector that it is time for determining the minimum structural thickness

Reference: API-574 Paragraph 12.1.5

Question: Piping systems services which classified as Class 1 piping system is:

A. on-site hydrocarbons that will slowly vaporize during release such as those operating below the flash
point.
B. on-site hydrocarbons that will not significantly vaporize during release such as those operating below
the flash point.
C. flammable services operating above their auto-ignition temperature.
D. steam and steam condensate.

Reference: API-570 Paragraph 6.3.4.2 (g)

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Question: Inspection tasks typically associated with hot tapping or welding on in-service equipment
should include:

A. ferrite testing.
B. hardness testing.
C. positive metal identification (PMI).
D. verification of process flammability.

Reference: API-577 Paragraph 11.2.5 (j)

Question: Per 570, each owner/user inspection organization should be audited:

A. at least every 5 years.

B. annually.
C. at least every 10 years.
D. periodically.

Reference: API-570 Paragraph 4.3.1.2

Question: What is the preferred method of FRP fitting manufacturing?

A. Two-piece contact molded

B. One-piece contact molded
C. Injection molding
D. Filament winding

Reference: API-574 Paragraph 4.4.2

Question: Deposited weld metal on the face of a weld preparation or surface that will be part of a welded
joint is referred to as:

A. buttering.
B. cladding.
C. fusion line.
D. weld build-up.

Reference: API-574 Paragraph 4.4.2

Question: Piping systems which should have more CMLs selected is:

A. noncorrosive piping systems.

B. long, straight-run piping systems.
C. piping system with low consequence of failure.
D. piping systems potential for localized corrosion

Reference: API-577 Paragraph 3.1.16

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Question: What is a cause of pressure-relief valves plugging and fouling?

A. Improper blowdown ring setting.

B. Pitting on valve body.
C. Process solids.
D. Poor seat lapping.

Reference: API-576 Paragraph 5.5

Question: For valves in acid or caustic service, after pre-pop testing, the pressure-relief valves should be:

A. Blinded.
B. Blocked.
C. Neutralized.
D. Sealed.

Reference: API-576 Paragraph 6.2.6 (b)

Question: When a pressure relief device that has been in potentially fouling service is removed, and there
are upstream and downstream block valves that have been closed to enable removal of the relief device,
what technique should be considered to review piping upstream or downstream piping to locate potential
fouling deposits?

A. Pop-tested.
B. Profile radiography.
C. Magnetic particle inspection.
D. Ultrasonic testing.

Reference: API-576 Paragraph 6.2.7

Question: A batch of metal made at the same time, able to be traced from its original constituents and
manufacturing process is:

A. a lot size.
B. a representative sample.
C. a heat.
D. an inspection lot.

Reference: API-578 Paragraph 3.1.6

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Question: Who is responsible for assuring that all individuals performing PMI are trained and qualified in
accordance with the applicable procedure used during the examination?

A. Fabricator
B. Inspection Supervisor
C. Jurisdiction
D. Owner/User

Reference: API-578 Paragraph 6.4

Question: Users of XRF analyzers should be aware of what type of hazards?

A. Flammability
B. Toxins
C. Gas
D. Radiation

Reference: API-578 Paragraph 6.8.2.2

Question: Rupture disks that become dented or otherwise damaged during installation or handling may:

A. result in in liquids venting across vapor trim.

B. not open completely on demand.
C. chatter.
D. stick to the seat.

Reference: API-576 Paragraph 5.9.5 (e)

Question: Piping that is abandoned in place must meet all of the following except:

A. physically disconnected (e.g. air-gapped) from all energy sources and/or other piping/equipment.
B. removed from the piping inspection program.
C. completely de-inventoried/ purged of hydrocarbon/chemicals.
D. decommissioned with no intention of future use.

Reference: API-570 Paragraph 3.1.1

Question: Who should define the criteria which constitutes an “as received” pop test failure?

A. Valve repair/inspection shop.

B. API RP 574.
C. API 579.
D. Owner/User.

Reference: API-570 Paragraph 6.7.3.2

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Question: For cases where UT is used in lieu of a pressure test, who shall specify industry-qualified UT
angle beam examiners?

A. Inspection Department Manager.

B. Piping Design Engineer.
C. API 570 Inspector.
D. Owner/User.

Reference: API-570 Paragraph 5.11.6

Question: Which API document provides a set of methodologies for assessing risk (both POF and COF)
and for developing inspection plans?

A. API 578.
B. API 580.
C. API 581.
D. API 577.

Reference: API-570 Paragraph 5.2.1

Question: What piping service class would offsite hydrogen be?

A. Class 1.
B. Class 3.
C. Class 4.
D. Class 2.

Reference: API-570 Paragraph 6.3.4.4 (e)

Question: What should owner/users utilize to ensure each different type of flexible hose is compatible
with the process service in which it is used?

A. The recommendations of a reputable supplier.

B. The selection recommended by a Corrosion Specialist Piping Engineer.
C. Their own quality assurance system.
D. Guidelines shown in the appropriate section of API RP 571.

Reference: API-574 Paragraph 4.8

Question: Process parameter exceedances can be held in check by:

A. conducting process hazards analyses on a more frequent basis.

B. holding operations personnel accountable.
C. training new process engineers to monitor historical operating data.
D. implementing and maintaining an effective IOW program.

Reference: API-570 Paragraph 4.3.1.4

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Question: The preferred methods for inspecting injection points are UT scanning, closely spaced UT grid
inspection, or:

A. Pulsed Eddy Current Testing.

B. Radiographic Testing.
C. Magnetic Particle.
D. Guided Wave Ultrasonics.

Reference: API-570 Paragraph 5.10

Question: Replacement in kind of a piping circuit is:

A. an alteration.
B. not an alteration.
C. a repair.
D. an integrity operating window.

Reference: API-570 Paragraph 3.1.3

Question: For valves in acid or caustic service, after pre-pop testing, the pressure-relief valves should be:

A. neutralized.
B. blocked.
C. sealed.
D. blinded.

Reference: API-576 Paragraph 6.2.6 (b)

Question: When installing an unapproved high alloy into a system, PMI should be considered by the
owner/user based upon the:

A. extent of the installation.

B. silicone levels and anticipated corrosion rate.
C. potential damage mechanisms and damage rates.
D. the stress level of the installation location.

Reference: API-578 Paragraph 4.3

Question: Indications on radiographic film that may be caused by damaging the film before, during, or
after processing are called:

A. flaws.
B. imperfections.
C. artifacts.
D. defects.

Reference: API-577 Paragraph 3.1.8

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Question: From a mechanical integrity perspective, injection fittings on valves to seal fugitive (LDAR)
emissions from valve stem:

A. shall be removed in the next maintenance opportunity.

B. are not considered to be temporary repairs.
C. can remain in place for a longer time only if approved by a piping engineer.
D. are considered to be temporary repairs.

Reference: API-570 Paragraph 8.1.5

Question: To ensure a reasonable degree of confidence when conducting general inspection of pipe
supports, statistical techniques may be used to determine the:

A. need to lift the pipe off of the support for inspection.

B. required inspection area on an uneven surface.
C. required sample size.
D. required inspection frequency.

Reference: API-570 Paragraph 10.1.4.1

Question: Which of the following is an acceptable method to address in-process PMI during welding?

A. Weld caps.
B. Chemical spot testing.
C. MTR.
D. Sample buttons.

Reference: API-578 Paragraph 6.8.3

Question: Hammer testing is still considered a valid test for:

A. pipe wall thickness.

B. valve wall thickness.
C. flange bolt tightness.
D. piping toughness.

Reference: API-570 Paragraph 11.3 (a)

Question: When altering the inspection interval/frequency specified in API 570, which API recommended
practice may be used?

A. API RP 580.
B. API RP 577.
C. API RP 579.
D. API RP 571.

Reference: API-570 Paragraph 6.1

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Question: Although fatigue cracking is generally considered to be a design related mechanism, once a
crack is initiated, the rate of crack growth:

A. can be arrested by careful inspection.

B. is unknown.
C. can be accurately determined by inspection.
D. is typically very slow, and not a concern.

Reference: API-570 Paragraph 5.5.6

Question: What inspection technique is preferred for SBP when digital ultrasonic thickness gauging
(DUT) is not very reliable?

A. Guided Wave examination (GWT).

B. Eddy Current.
C. Profile radiographic testing (PRT).
D. Magnetic particle examination.

Reference: API-570 Paragraph 5.7.1

Question: Under what circumstances may CMLs be reduced or eliminated?

A. When the piping circuit is placed in corrosive service and will be replaced during the next scheduled
outage.
B. When determined that CMLs are too expensive by the owner/user and plant manager.
C. Only after an RBI indicates that they are not necessary.
D. When the expected damage mechanism will not result in a wall loss or other forms of deterioration.

Reference: API-570 Paragraph 5.6.3

Question: The criteria that constitutes an “as-received” pop test failure is defined by:

A. Facility Owner-User.
B. Pressure Vessel Inspector.
C. Relief Device Manufacturer.
D. Testing Contractor.

Reference: API-576 Paragraph 6.6.9.2

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Question: What is a sample of welding filler material deposited on relevant base metal in order to provide
the basis for PMI of the filler?

A. A button.
B. A tab.
C. A heat.
D. A representative sample.

Reference: API-578 Paragraph 3.1.20

Question: Which of the following may inhibit near-laboratory-quality measurements from XRF
technology?

A. Size of measurement area.

B. Inaccurate calibration.
C. Operator interpretation.
D. Surface contamination.

Reference: API-578 Paragraph 6.7.1

Question: For dummy leg supports, consideration should be given to:

A. capping and providing a hole at the 12 o’clock position for heat evacuation.
B. capping and providing with a hole at the lowest position for drainage.
C. leaving open ended and providing a hole at the lowest position for drainage.
D. capping without providing a hole in order to prevent ingress of moisture.

Reference: API-576 Paragraph 4.7.3 (d)

Question: Who should keep appropriate records of CP monitoring and maintenance performed as a result
of CP system monitoring?

A. Records do not need to be kept.

B. CP inspection contractor.
C. Local jurisdiction.
D. Owner/user.

Reference: API-570 Paragraph 9.6

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Question: For any leak in a Class 1 service or where a risk ranking is determined to be high, who shall
first review the leak to determine if the work can be safely performed while the system remains on stream?

A. Piping Engineer.
B. Experienced Operator.
C. Operations Management.
D. Piping Inspector.

Reference: API-570 Paragraph 8.1.4.1

Question: Question: What can protect moving parts of a pressure-relief device from corrosive substances
in a closed system?

A. Lift lever.
B. Trim.
C. Bellows.
D. Car seal.

Reference: API-576 Paragraph 5.1.1

Question: When calibrated for metal analysis, which device can provide qualitative and quantitative
information to determine which elements are present and in what quantity?

A. X-ray fluorescence spectrometers.

B. Laser-induced breakdown spectroscopy.
C. Silica drift detectors (SDD).
D. Wavelength dispersive spectrometers.

Reference: API-578 Paragraph 6.7.2 (3)

Question: When using PT for weld inspection, the length of time the penetrant remains on the surface is
known as:

A. Soak Time.
B. Dwell Time.
C. Development Time.
D. Drying Time.

Reference: ASME Section V I-121.3

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