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Inspection, Repair & Maintenance of Crude Oil Storage Tanks

 

Introduction:

This unique program is designed for oil and gas industry personnel, suppliers, contractors and subcontractors responsible for the design, construction, inspection, maintenance, regulatory compliance, or operation of API above ground storage tanks. The course will provide a comprehensive overview of the relevant standards for new construction and existing tank inspection, repair, alteration and maintenance, highlighting the most recent revisions and upcoming changes. Emphasis will also be placed on essential storage tank technology not covered by the standards. This course conforms to API 650, API 653, and API 620.

Who Should Attend?

Production Engineers, Operators, Technicians, Senior Operating personnel, Foremen,  Production Chemists, Custody Measurement and Tank Plants & Farms Personnel, Marine Operation Personnel, Oil Movement Personnel, Metering Engineers and Process, Facilities Engineers

Course Objectives:

 

By the end of this course delegates will be able to:

  • Gain an understanding of the design, material and fabrication aspects of tank construction with respect to repair or restrictions of use after degradation in service
  • Learn about the different types of tanks
  • Know about the basics of tank site, design & construction
  • Gain an understanding of the failures and problems of oil and gas tanks
  • Learn how to troubleshoot the various tank problems for better efficiency
  • Understand the principles, output and limitations of inspection methods and techniques.
  • Be able to make a sound assessment of the integrity of a storage tank and foundation, and offer guidance on the need for repair, its urgency and methods of affecting such repair
  • Learn the API standards and specifications
  • Acquire a thorough understanding and practice of EH&S safety standards and practices

Course Outline:

 

·     Types of Tanks

·     Tank Site, Foundation Design & Construction

·     Preventing Bottom Leaks, Tank Settlement

·     Materials - Carbon Steel, Aluminum, Stainless

·     Design, Sample Problems, Heated Tanks

·     External/Internal Pressure, Seismic, other Loads

·     Nozzles and Roof Types

·     Erection, Welding Requirements

·     Testing & Tolerances

·     Inspection, Radiography, Ultrasonic Alternative

·     Welding Requirements

·     Oil storage tank safety requirements

·     Codes of practice

·     Building Regulations and planning consent

·     Types of oil and their indemnification

·     Steel and thermoplastic oil storage more than 3500litres

·     Constructional standards

·     Oil tank fittings

·     Fuel feed pipe-work

·     Oil storage tank system design including L1

·     Thermostatic controls

·     Gauges and overfill alarm

·     Contamination problems

·     Maintenance standards

·     Marking, API Monogram

·     Documentation, Special Service Standards, Inquiries

·     Existing Tank Evaluation, Inspection, Repair, Alteration & Reconstruction

·     Definitions of Authorized Inspector, Storage Tank Engineer

·     How to evaluate and keep bottoms leak free

·     Inspection and required frequency

·     Repair and alteration requirements

·     Examination and testing

·     Low Pressure Storage Tanks

·     Refrigerated and Cryogenic (such as LNG) Tanks

·     Tank Failures & Tank Problems

 

COURSE LOCATIONS

Code From To City Fee
PO26 17 Feb 2020 28 Feb 2020 Sydney US$ 9500 Book
PO26 13 Apr 2020 24 Apr 2020 Jakarta US$ 8500 Book
PO26 01 Jun 2020 12 Jun 2020 Barcelona US$ 8500 Book
PO26 17 Aug 2020 28 Aug 2020 New York US$ 9000 Book
PO26 26 Oct 2020 06 Nov 2020 Kuala Lumpur US$ 7500 Book
PO26 28 Dec 2020 08 Jan 2021 Shanghai US$ 8500 Book


DUBAI OFFICE

Ittihad Deira Building,
Al Ittihad Rd, Deira
Dubai,
UAE

info@petrogas-training.com

USA OFFICE

642 E14 Street,
10009-13 Manhattan,
New York (NY)
USA

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EGYPT OFFICE

52 General Kamal Hejab Street,
Suez Bridge,
Cairo,
Egypt

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COURSE CERTIFICATE

Certificate of Completion will be provided to the candidate(s) who successfully attend and complete the course. Training hours attendance percentage of 75% is required.


TRAINING HOURS

Standard course hours: 8:30 A.M. to 3:30 P.M. Informal discussions: 4:30 P.M. to 5:30 P.M.


TRAINING METHODOLOGY

We use a blend of interactive and hands-on methods, active participation, a variety of instructional techniques, dynamic presentations, individual and group exercises, in depth discussion, DVD’s, role-plays, case studies, examples. All of the information, competencies, knowledge and skills acquired within our training programs, are 100% transferrable to the participants’ workplace.


ASSESSMENT & EVALUATION

Pre-Test and Post-Test Assessment are applied on 5-day and 10-day programs. Also, post course evaluation and candidate’s evaluation are applied to add another level of quality measurement. Candidates’ feedback is highly appreciated to elevate the training service quality.


ORGANIZATIONAL IMPACT

A- Have staff trained in the latest training and development approaches

B- Support nationalization and talent management initiatives

C- Have properly trained and informed people who will be able to add value

D- Gain relevant technical knowledge, skills and competencies


PERSONAL IMPACT

A- Develop job related skills

B- Develop personal skills in subject matter

C- Have a record of your growth and learning results

D- Bring proof of your progress back to your organization

F- Become competent, effective and productive

G- Be more able to make sound decisions

H- Be more effective in day to day work by mastering job-related processes

I- Create and develop competency to perform job well


FREQUENT NOMINATIONS SCHEME

A- 10% discount after 05 candidates’ registration.

B- 15% discount after 10 candidates’ registration.    

C- 20% discount after 20 candidates’ registration.

D- 25% discount after 25 candidates’ registration.

E- 30% discount after 30 candidates’ registration

F- Higher discount rates will be offered based on work volume with different clients.  


SEVERAL NOMINATIONS ON THE SAME COURSE SCHEME

A- One extra free seat is offered on 4 candidates on the same course and dates.

B- Two extra free seats are offered on 6 candidates on the same course and dates.

C- Three extra free seats are offered on 8 candidates on the same course and dates.

D- Four extra free seats are offered on 10 candidates on the same course and dates.

E- Five extra free seats are offered on 12 candidates on the same course and dates.


REGISTRATION POLICY

Nominations to our public courses are to be processed by the client’s Training and/or HR departments. A refund will be issued back to the client in the event of course cancellation or seat unavailability. A confirmation will be issued to the relevant department official(s). 


CANCELLATION POLICY

If a confirmed registration is cancelled less than 5 working days prior to the course start date, a substitute participant may be nominated to attend the same course or a 20% cancellation charge is applied. In case of a no-show, a 100% fee will be charged.


PAYMENT POLICY

Payment is due upon receiving the course confirmation, invoice and/or proforma invoice. However; the fee due can be wire transferred to our bank account directly after course completion. Our bank details are illustrated on the confirmation, invoice and proforma invoice, as well. The above documents can be communicated electronically, i.e., in a soft copy or/and in hard copy based on customer’s request.


COPYRIGHT

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