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1. Which surface preparation is usually the minimum requirement for internal coating application?

A. commercial blast cleaning

B. removal of all oil tar Grease salt and other contaminants.

C.white or near white blasting finish

D high pressure water blasting and drying

2.API RP 575 recommends that pressure gauges used for testing tanks should be calibrated by using a:

A. Deadweight tester.

B. Manometer.

C. Capillary leak technique.

D. Digital pressure gauge.

3. The measured minimum thickness of the bottom shell course of a tank is 0.79 inch the minimum
required thickness 0.676 inch the 0.0030 inch per year when must the next external inspection be
conducted

A.2 years 6 months

B 4 years 9 months

C 5 years

D 9 years 6 months

4. The maximum allowable interval between routine in services inspection is

A.1 month

B 1 year

C 5 years

D 10 years

5. The two general liquid pattern testing approved for use include

A Color contrast and fluorescent

B.dry contrast and Color contrast

C lipoponic contest and white contrast


D solvent removal and water removal

6. after change in service which of the following increases the risk of brittle fracture.

A. handing product at a higher temperature

B standing product of a lowest specific gravity

C handing product of a higher specific gravity

D operating the tank in a warmer climate

7. For tank alterations, which of the following methods shall be used to examine?

Completed nozzle neck-to-shell welds, and reinforcing plate to shell and to nozzle neck?

A. Magnetic-particle or liquid-penetrant.

B. Radiographic and magnetic-particle.

C. Visual and ultrasonic.

8. 5 years ago the thinnest thickness measurement of a tank lower course was 0.500 inch the tanks
calculated minimum required thickness is 0.400 inch and its current thickness measurement is 0.420
inch what is the corrosion rate of this tank?

A.0.004 inch per year

B.0.016 inch per year

C 0.020 in per year

D 0.060 in per year

9. A tank is least likely to corrode under thermal insulation at;

A. Insulation support angles.

B. The side most exposed to the sun.

C. The area around the nozzles.

D. The bottom of the shell.

10. Which ultrasonic scan display shows a plane view of object under examination

A.A-scan

B.B-scan
C C-scan

D D-scan

11. .what is the minimum bottom plate thickness allowed by API standard 653 for an unlilined tank that
has no means for detection and Containment of a bottom leak

A.0.050" inch

B 0.100" inch

C.0.105" inch

D 0.250"inch

12. A cone roof tank is being changed from heavy naphtha service to diesel service all vents

A. must be reset to a higher opening pressure consistent with the new filling rate for the tank

B shall be replaced

C may be removed and replace with atmospheric vents

D shall be inspected to assure they are operating properly

13. The APS standard 653 authorized Inspector who is responsible for evaluation of a tank must perform

A. all settlement surveys

B thickness measurements

C.A visual inspection of the tank

D Catholic protection surveys

14. When using gas-shielding welding process in confined spaces ventilation practices should be
carefully reviewed because

A. some shielding gases is reactive with airborne contamination

B this can create an oxygen deficient environment

C pressurized cylinder used confined space must be secured and verified

D welding equipment is sensitive to airborne contamination

15. An Inspector determines that tank bottom shell of a tank is below minimum thickness the evaluation
of a tank shell for continued service shall be conducted by

A storage tank engineer


B the tank manufacturer

C A registered professional engineer

D certified tank inspector

16. The critical zone for repair to tank bottom is the portion of the bottom or annular plate within a

A 3 inch of the inside edge of the Steel measured radially inward

B.3 inch of the inside edge of the shell measured readily inward and 3 inch of the shell measured
vertically

C. 6 inch of the inside Edge of the shell measured radially inward

D 12 inch of the inside edge of the angular ring measured radially inward.

17. Which of the following types of tank seal uses a metal plate that slides against the tank shell?

A. Secondary.

B. Liquid Filled

C. Wiper.

D. Mechanical shoe

18. When a new shell course is added to the top of the tank to increase the height of the tank shell

A the added shell plate be of the same thickness as the adjacent plate

B shall be designed to original code of construction

C Winds and seismic load shall be taken into consideration

D the shell to bottom weld shell be inspected by a vacuum test

19. What is the maximum shell course thickness on which lap patch repair can be installed?

A.1/2 in

B.3/4 in

C.7/8 in

D.1 in

20. and existing tank was built with 0.250 inch thick shall plate it has been inspected for the first time in
15 years and has a remaining thickness of 0.150 inch repair will be made to all areas less than 0.165 inch
what corrosion rates should be used to determine the interval to the next internal inspection
A 0.0057 inch per year

B 0.0066 inch per year

C 0.0113 inch per year

D 0.0133 inch per year

21. The APS standard 653 checklist recommends at check for the presence of crushed Rock under the
Steel tank bottom since crush rocked

A is not acceptable as per AP 575

B requires wear plates under the bottom

C.Promotes severe underside corrosion

D.is more susceptible to vapor accumulation.

22. 120 ft diameter 40 ft tall above ground Storage tank shell constructed from 0.500 inch A 36 Steel 25
years ago has been in very corrosive service for the last 6 years the required shell thickness is 0.130 inch
and the current inspection find the thickness to be 0.380 inch with a corrosion rate of 0.013"/yr inch
per year what is the maximum interval as per API 653 to the next external inspection ?

A.4.8 years

B.5 years

C.7.1 years

D.9.6 years

23. For a tank without name plate if information required to complete the nameplate as required by the
as built standard is not available, an Assessment Nameplate' may be attached under the direction of the

A. Inspector organization.

B. Tank design engineer.

C. Owner-user.

D. Authorized inspector.

24. When no risk based inspection RBI analysis is performed the minimum thickness for tank bottom
with means for detection and Containment of a bottom leak is

A.0.050 inch (1.27mm) at the time of inspection

B.0.050 inch (1.27mm) at the next inspection date


C.0.100 inch (2.54mm) at the time of inspection

D.0.100 inch (2.54mm) at the next inspection date

25. Of the four types of inspection listed in API Standard 653, which may be performed by noncertified
inspection personnel;

A. External inspection

B. Routine in-service inspection.

C. Routine thickness measurement.

D. External ultrasonic inspection.

26. What is the minimum number of Shell plate thickness measurement that must be taken for
proposed nozzle hot tap and where must be the measurement taken

A. Four thickness measurements along the circumference of the propose nozzle location for nozzle
larger than 4 inch in diameter

B. One thickness measurement at the centre of the propose nozzle location

C four thickness measurement along the circumference of the propose nozzle location

D two thickness measurement -one above the proposed nozzle location and one below

27. Welders who qualify on the required test for plate groove welds

A. May weld on groove Welds only

B.are also qualified on all pipe Grove Welds

C. are also qualified on most fillet welds

D must additionally past the fillet weld test

28. API standard 653 recommends that banding shall be measured by use of a

A survey transit and plumb line

B vertical sweep board at least 36 inch long

C flash light and ruler held close to the shell

D horizontal sweep board at least 36 inch long

29. After stress leave but before hydro test the completed weld of stress relieved shell assemblies shall
be examined visually and by
A. Magnetic Particle test

B ultrasonic test phased array

C radiographic test

D ultrasonic test shear wave

30. When changing service and Owner/ Operator may decide to use internal corrosion rate obtained
from what source when setting subsequent internal inspection dates

A. tanks in the same tank Farm

B RCA/2N life calculation as per APS 653

C similar service assessment

D twice the corrosion rate of the tank in similar Service until the first inspection

31. What percentage of Replacement bottom Welds must be vacuum tested?

A. One section on each longitudinal and crossing

B 100% of its entire length

C 100% of its entire length within the critical zone

D 100% of all cross seam and Seam within the critical zone

32. For API Standard 650 tanks, the acceptability of welds examined by radiography

Shall be judged by which of these codes?

A. ASME Code, Section V.

B. ASME Code Section VIll.

C. ASME Code, Section IX.

D. ASME Code, Section X.

33. Which of the flowing is an acceptable permanent repair for a carbon steel internal floating roof with
a leaking pontoon?

A. Application of an adhesive fiber patch.

B. An approved caulking material.

C. A foam filled pontoon.


D. Welded patch plate

34. Anytime during the welding inspection if defect or nonconformance to the specification are noticed.
They should be brought to the attention of those responsible for the work or

A. radiography for quality

B. management for further evaluation

C. pressure test to assure integrity

D. corrected before welding proceeds further

35. a tank built to API standard 12C 14th edition with a shell thickness of 0.430 inch has a shell plate
with a corrode area 10 inch away from the nearest weld when calculating the minimum acceptable
thickness for the corroded area, the value used for the joint efficiency would be

A 0.70

B.0.85

C 0.50

D 1.00

36. Corrosion specialist for evaluation of material degradation due to process must be a

A. person who has passed the API 571 Professional Examination and as at least 5 years of experience
with Storage tank corrosion

B person who holds the NACE corrosion technician certification for storage tanks.

C.Engineer with a degree in corrosion technology and knowledge base in Catholic protection

D personal acceptable to the owner user who has knowledge and experience in corrosion damage
mechanisms.

37. Carbon Steel may experience localized metal loss in the presence of Alkaline salts NaOH or koH
which would be due to

A. CO2 corrosion

B caustic corrosion

C graphic corrosion

D sulphuric acid corrosion

38. Which process may be used for control deposition welding on tank
A.FCAW

B. SAW

C.PAW

D.EGW

39. Hot taps are not permitted:

A. within 10 in (254 mm) of a vertical joint

B. within 8 in (200 mm) of a circumferential joint.

C. In the bottom shell course,

D. On the roof of a tank.

40. Inspection indicates that Catholic production is no longer adequate the best remedial measure to be
taken is to

A. Replace the contaminated Foundation material

B repair the Cathodic protection system

C inspect for tank bottom thickness

D coat the tank bottom

41. A steel floating roof on a tank that stores an intermediate product at a temperature of 220°F (104°C)
has numerous holidays and breaks in the paint coating. Which of the following statements is most
correct?

A. The rate of corrosion will be accelerated at the break.

B. Grounding straps that electrically connect the roof to the tank shell will prevent any problems.

C. The temperature of the product is warm enough to eliminate concern about

Corrosion due to moisture on the roof.

D. Exposure to the hot product will cause the paint system to pop off the roof.

42. Maximum out of plane settlement of a tank during hydrostatic testing may be calculated from the
formula given in Appendix B of API Standard 653 or;

A. The engineer or owner operator can elect not to require settlement readings.

B. A more rigorous evaluation may be performed.


C. The inspector can waive the hydrostatic test the expected sediment is deemed excessive.

D. Additional settlement points can be located and measured around the shell.

43. During a scheduled internal inspection of a above ground Storage tank the Inspector noted
accelerated general corrosion of the bottom for the first time the Inspector shall

A. notify the Owner/Operator of the tank of the condition and recommend the future internal
inspection intervals be reduced by one half

B assume that previous inspection records are in accurate and revaluate the internal inspection plan
based on a uniform corrosion rate over the entire life of a tank

C record inspections result in the tank inspection record and continue with the original internal
inspection schedule

D attempt to determine if a change in service exposure and or temperature has occurred and evaluate
the tank for continued use

44. Repair is defined by API Standard 653 as the work necessary to restore a tank to a condition that;

A. Meets current construction standards.

B. Is suitable to the owner operator requirements.

C. Is suitable for safe operation.

D. Meets the original construction standards.

45. For a tank with a shell thickness of 3/8 in. (9.525 mm) with no corrosion allowance, an isolated pit
0.180 in. (4.572 mm) deep is detected and:

A. Must be evaluated by an engineer.

B. Must be filled with weld metal.

C. Must be cut out and flush patched.

D. Is acceptable without repair.

46. If a tank has 20-mil (0.508mm) lining, what is the minimum bottom-plate thickness allowed by API
Standard 653 at the next inspection interval?

A. 0.050 in.

B. 0.100 in.

C. 0.125 in.
D. 0.150 in.

47. When holiday testing with high voltage detectors it is important that the voltage be properly set

A in accordance with the ASNT specification

B in accordance with the manufacture recommendation Volts per mil

C in accordance with the MSS-SP-75 specification

D based up on the color of the coating

48. the most extensively used non destructive examination method for welding is

A.penetrant testing

B visual inspection

C.radiographic testing

D.magnetic particle testing

49. Tank was originally built to API standard 650 specification using A-36 shell material. The repair
organization proposes substituting A 285-C material for repairs to the shell plate. The repair
organization must

A. use the same material as the original shell.

B. obtained prior approval from the authorized Inspector or tank engineer

C fully inspect at horizontal and vertical Welds with radiographic testing

D uses and x-ray fluorescence analyzer to identify material of construction

50. For an existing lank, the projection of the bottom plate beyond the outside toe of the outside shell-
to-bottom fillet weld shall be at least

A. 3/8 in (3.5mm).

B. 1/2 in. (12.7 mm).

C. 3/4in (19.1mm).

D. 1 in. (25.4 mm).

51. Thickness measurement are usually performed during the in service ultrasonic testing of the shell
and are required during which other inspections

A internal
B routine in service

C external

D all

52. The minimum number of elevation measurement points before a hydrostatic test is calculated
dividing the tank diameter by:

A. 4.

B. 8. *

C. 10.

D. 32.

53. The written procedure for performing a magnetic particle examination must conform to the
requirement of

A ASME codes Section V

B ASME Code section VIII

C.ASME Code section IX

D. recommended practiceSNT-TC-1A

54. Safety procedure for conducting internal tank inspection must comply with

A API Standard 650 requirements on working in confined spaces

B any Federal or state safety regulations pertaining to confined space.

C.API standard 2000 requirement on venting atmospheric and low pressure Storage tank

D API recommended practice 2003

55. Microbiologically Influenced Corrosion (MIC) is usually found in.

A. Environments with pH above 13

B. Environments with temperatures below 0°F (-18°C)

C. Hydrocarbon environments

D. Aqueous environments

56. API 653 indicates that the ultimate responsibility of complying with the provision of the standard is
with the
A. Inspector and the tank engineers

B owner/operator

C. Jurisdiction when no direct or implied conflicts exist

D authorized inspector

57. For Tank repair alteration and reconstruction shall meet the material specifications of

A the current applicable standard

B AWS latest edition

C the original construction code

D API latest edition

58. An initial settlement survey prior to the first hydrostatic test.

A. Provides base readings for future settlement evaluation.*

B. Provides a base for assuming that the tank is initially level.

C. Can be used to determine the future settlement survey intervals.

D. Cannot be the base for future settlement evaluation

59. Diesel test is performed primarily on new welding on the

A. vertical joints

B. horizontal butt joints

C reinforce pads

D shell to bottom joints

60. On an insulated tank in which both the shell and roof are insulated which of the following areas
would most likely experience external corrosion?

A. the area around the nozzles, support clips, and angles

B. the area around the outer roof Periphery

C. the portion of the tank shell receiving the most heat from the sun

D the roof to shell transition point


61. caustic stress corrosion cracking can be effectively be prevented by

A. maintaining the equipment at a temperature above the boiling point of water for given system
pressure

B. replacing Carbon Steel material with 300 series stainless steel.

C. immediately steam cleaning piping or equipment when a unit is shut down

D means of a stress relieving heat treatment

62. What type of environment is likely to lead the highest atmospheric corrosion rate

A. rural salty

B.industrial

C.Island Humid

D marine

63. When a lap-welded patch plate is used to repair a lank shell away from the tank bottom, all comers
shall have a minimum radius of;

A. 1/2 in. (13 mm).

B. 1in (25mm).

C. 2 in (50mm).

D. 6 in (150mm).

64. An important factor for brittle facture is

A. material toughness

B number of Thermal cycles

C tensile strength

D long term over stressing

65. For reconstructed tanks the minimum Diagnostic length of each radiograph on vertical and
horizontal welds shall be

A. 3 inch

B. 4 inch

C. 6 inch
D.12 inch

66. Which welding process has the most potential for lack of side wall fusion

A.SAW

B.GTAW

C.GMAW-S

D.GMAW-P

67. Image quality indicators are selected on the basis of a

A quality specified for the weld

B thickness of the base material

C thickness of the base material and baking strip

D thickness of the base material plus reinforcement

68. Visual inspection may be remote by using Mirrors cameras or other suitable means such as drone’s
robots. These remote inspection tests would detect what type of defects?

A dents gorgeous well underfill corrosion or inter-pass well slag

B cracking, internal porosity in the weld, corrosion or weld underfill.

C. cracking, weld undercut, corrosion, Dent gouges or incomplete weld

D.cracking, weld undercut, welding incomplete Penetration, corrosion, dents, or incomplete welds

69. What material is being radiographed the IQI must be made from

A material with same F number

B a material that is radiographically similar

C the alloy material with higher radiation absorption

D a material with the lower atomic number from that being inspected

70. Regarding soil corrosion which of the following statements is true

A. soil corrosion usually is evidence by General corrosion

B ductile iron is essentially impervious to soil corrosion

C. soil to air interface are seldom a factor


D soil resistivity is often used to estimate the soil corrosivity

71. an examiner is a person who assist the Inspector by performing specific non destructive
examination NDE or above Grounds Storage Tanks and evaluate to the applicable acceptance criteria
but does not interpret the result of those examination in accordance with the APS 653 unless a certified
to

A.ASNT level 1 minimum in the NDE technique being used

B specifically trained and authorized to do so by the owner user

C. Certified by the ASME in the Section V methods being conducted.

D. trained as a quality control inspector

72. The rigid body Wing of a storage tank is referred to as:

A. Out-of-plane settlement.

B. Uniform settlement.

C. Planar tilt.

D. Differential settlement.

73. Minor shell jacking is permitted without a full hydrostatic test provided that the a magnitude a

A. magnitude of jacking does not caused stress in excess of 7000 PSI

B tank is for service not colder than 60f

C engineer has considered all pertinent variables *

D magnitude of jacking is approved by the authorized inspector.

74. If measured out of plane settlement exceeds the applicable limits evaluation to determine the need
for repair should be done by

A the repair organization

B an authorized Inspector experienced in Tank settlement analysis

C. an engineer experience in Tank settlement analysis

D the Owner Operator for which the tank was built

75. Who is responsible for specifying the requirement for release prevention barrier on above ground
lining tanks?
A Inspector

B engineer

C manufacturer

D purchaser

76. When inspecting a fixed type planks placed on the top of the roof to be used as walkways should

A. the long enough so as the roof plate will be subject to no more than 150 PSI food

B. span of at least three roof rafters

C.span of at least two roof rafters

D the long enough to s the roof plate subject to no more than 100 psi foot

77. For existing thanks tracer gas and detectors is an acceptable method for determining leaks in newly
welded joints in

A Tank shell

B tank bottom

C floating roof pontoons

D Cone roof plates

78. When section is being replaced, the replacement shell plate thickness shall not be less than the
greatest nominal thickness of any adjoining plate in the same course except when the:

A. Section is 12 in (305 m) away from any welded joint.

B. Replacement section is in the top shell course.

C. Adjoining plate is a thickened insert plate.

D. Replacement plate is thicker than 1 in. (25.4 mm).

79. When a frangible roof to shell joint is required evaluation for compliance with the requirement in
API standard 650 includes the

A. tank bottom to shell joint corrosion

B tank bottom thickness

C.bottom shell course thickness

D. Foundation settlement
80. Direct acting pressure relief valves on storage tanks are often used to satisfy the normal venting
requirement caused by

A. emergency over pressure needs

B. internal steam heating coil leaks.

C. thermal inbreathing/outbreathing

D.internal chemical reactions causing access vapor formation

81. the Inspector observe that the second shell ring of an existing tank which measures 200 feet in
diameter by 40 ft in height has a flat spot 2 inch deep 5 feet long and 3 feet high there are no welds in
the flat spot in this situation the Inspector should

A add a reinforcement pad

B referred to the problem for an engineering evaluation

C.require removal of the flat spot

D accept the flat spot since it is within the alloy limits

82. A tank pipe connection enters the ground immediately after exiting the tank how should the pipe be
inspected.

A remove the soil around the pipe, clean the pipe and visually inspect it.

B hydro test the pipe connection during the tanks hydro static test

C magnetic particle test the pipe for cracking and corrosion at the soil interface.

D hammer test the pipe for areas of thinning above ground

83. Which of the following inspection methods does API standard 650 require on fillet welds on
replacement roof plate joints.

A visual method

B wicking method

C vacuum box method

D the magnetic particle or liquid penetrant method

84. According to API Standard 653, an internal inspection is not required if.
A. There is external access to the tank bottom.

B. The product will solidify if it leaks.

C. The tank bottom is lined with FRP coating.

D. The authorized inspector does not require an internal inspection.

85. Ultrasonic testing equipment is required to be calibrated

A prior to and after each examination

B at regular interval not to exceed one month

C. Daily

D. prior to the start of each work shift

86. in a similar service assessment. If the year of erection for two tanks being compared does not match:

A. The two tanks must be erected to the same edition of the construction standard.

B. The difference in corrosion allowance of the tanks must be considered in the remaining life
calculations.

C. The candidate tank must utilize a suitable lining to prevent corrosion on the product side.

D. The difference in ages of the tanks must be considered in the corrosion rate calculations.

87. Limitation of stud are welding is that

A the process is specialized to just few applications

B. it is difficult to Shield the weld zone properly in the drafting environments

C. the equipment is more Complex more costly and less portable than SMAW

D. a power supply capable of providing high amperage at 100% duty cycle is required

88. For a tank of unknown material special penetration larger than 2 NPS may be added without the use
of an insert plate provided the tank shell wall thickness is a maximum of

A. 1/4 inch

B 3/8 inch

C.7/16 inch

D. 1/2 inch
89. Who is responsible for ensuring the competency of personal performing cathodic protection surveys
where tank bottom corrosion is controlled by Cathodic protection?

A. the authorized inspector

B.the authorized inspection agency employing the personal who conduct the survey

C.an engineer experience in storage tank design

D. the Owner Operator

90. When a tank settles sharply around the Periphery the condition is known as

A. Foundation settlement

B bottom settlement

C edge settlement

D shell settlement

91. In order to calculate bottom plate corrosion rates, the inspector must check

Previous tank inspection reports to obtain information on:

A. Calculated remaining life.

B. Past calculated corrosion rate.

C. Maximum depth of widely scattered pits.

D. Minimum thicknesses and dates of measurements.

92. Unless specifically allowed by regulators how long should records related to the effectiveness of the
cathodic protection system be kept

A.2 years

B 3 years

C.4 years

D.5 years

93. When external ultrasonic thickness measurements are used to determine the uniform general
corrosion of a tank shell and the corrosion rate is known the maximum interval for thickness
measurement shall be the smaller of

A RCA 2N or 15 years
B RCA 4N or 5 years

C 12 remaining life or 10 years

D.RCA 4N or 20 years

94. A tank has been in service for 30 years and has previously being inspected the interval between the
internal inspection is determined by

A. the previous External inspection

B.using the measure tank bottom corrosion rate and the minimum remaining thickness

C.the date the tank was placed in service

D using the previous ultrasonic thickness inspection and the quarter corrosion rate life

95. When changing a tanks operating temperature from 220f to 150f at 2 PSI what are the requirement
that shall be met

A. the construction design for the lower temperature

B the requirement of API 650 and Annex M

C.the requirement of API RP 575

D the current applicable standard for the lower temperature

96. Which NDE methods are used for determining tank bottom plate soil-side corrosion?

UT PT MFL MT

Drag and Drop all that apply

97. Welding is permitted in the critical zone of a tank

A. to repair widely scattered pits

B to attach 5 inch square patch plate with properly rounded corners

C.under no circumstances

D for overlay of corroded areas only

98. Tank lining application inspectors

A shall be qualified and certified in accordance with API standard 653 guidelines

B. may not be employed by the lining installation contractor


C need only perform their inspection after the lining is installed and cured

D should either be NACE certified or have a thorough knowledge of coating and lining practices

99. According to API RP 652 sulphate reducing bacteria that can cause accelerated pitting of tank
bottoms are most likely to be formed when

A the tank resist on a crush rock

B local anaerobic condition exist

C the Catholic protection systems maintenance is inadequate

D tanks have bottom lining installed

100. Corroded fixed roof plates must be repaired or placed if

A. in a area of 100 in2.the average pit depth is 0.09 inch

B.in an area of 200 square inch the average thickness is less than 0.05 inch

C the current area will not support the live load of 25 PSI

D in an area of 100 Sq.inch the average thickness is less than 0.09 inch

101. What entity determines false calls should be addressed in the tank bottom scanner qualification
process?

A. The authorized inspection agency.

B. The third-party qualification company.

C. The owner/operator.

D. the API 653 inspector

102. Reinforced thick-film lining:

A. Cannot be used to restore heavily corroded floor.

B. Can be used to restore pitted tank floor.

C. Cannot be used to restore pitted tank floor.

D. Can only be used to restore heavily corroded tank floor

103. For lining tank bottoms the principal advantage of applying thin-film lining systems rather than
applying thick-film coating systems is;

A. Applicability to pits.
B. Better protection when the tank is new.

C. Applicability to rough surfaces.

D. Lower cost and ease of application

104. Tank venting devices should be inspected

A. every 5 years

B. every 10 years

C. periodically

D Each time the tank is out of service

105. Before decision is made regarding the method for repairing a new lining the extent of any failure
may be best deserted by;

A. A visual examination.

B. Holiday testing.

C. A magnetic fur leakage examination.

D. Lining thickness measurement.

106. Condition of anchor bolts can usually determined by

A. liquid penetrant inspection

B magnetic particle inspection

C radiographic inspection

D visual inspection

107. How many welds does API RP 577 required to be inspected

A. all

B 50%

C none

D A representative number

108. Prior to the energizing of a new cathodic protection system, measurements should be conducted
for;
A. Rectifier DC volts/ amperes.

B. Structure-to-soil potential.

C. Structure-to-structure potential.

D. Anode potential.

109. Penetrations installed using insert plates shall have the butt welds examined by means of

A. Liquid-penetrant examination.

B. Full radiographic examination.

C. Magnetic-particle examination.

D. Spot radiographic examination

1. A new bottom is to be installed in an existing tank by cutting the shell. An existing nozzle has a
tombstone reinforcing plate that will be cut when the new bottom is installed. The existing reinforcing
plate will be reused. The nozzle assembly was not post weld heat treated. The shell thickness is 0.316 in.
(8 mm). How far must the full penetration splice weld be from the toe of the nozzle to reinforcing plate
fillet weld?
A. 13/16 in. (21 mm)
B. 15/16 in. (33 mm)
C. 3 in. (76 mm)
D. 4 in. (102 mm

2. Risk-based inspection (RBI) assessment on a tank shall be reviewed and approved by:
A. the tank owner/operator.
B. only an engineer knowledgeable and experienced in tank design and corrosion.
C. the RBI team.
D. an authorized inspector and a storage tank engineer.

3. During modifications to an existing tank, what shall be the minimum distance from an edge of a
permanent attachment (such as a pipe support) to a horizontal joint on the tank shell?
A. 2 in. (50.8 mm)
B. 3 in. (76.2 mm)
C. 6 in. (152.4 mm)
D. 8 in. (203.2 mm)

4. An aboveground storage tank, built to API 650 in 2008 with a bottom/foundation design with means to
provide detection and containment of a bottom leak has undergone an inspection. The worst location of
product side corrosion was general corrosion found in a localized area just outside of the critical zone; the
thinnest spot in that area was measured at 0.230 in. (5.84 mm).
Based on the previous inspection 10 years ago, this represents a 0.002 in/yr. (0.051 mm/yr.) corrosion
rate. Near the center of the tank, in an area with no indication product side corrosion, the minimum
thickness found was 0.190 in. (4.83 mm), leading the inspector to determine soil side corrosion was
occurring at a rate of 0.006 in/yr. (0.152 mm/yr.).The owner-operator wants to go another 15 years before
the next inspection; if no repairs are made, what is the minimum acceptable remaining bottom thickness
for the tank?
A. 0.070 in. (1.78 mm)
B.0.110 in
C.0.150 in
D 0.177 in

5. During tank repairs and prior to fit up and welding of tank shell plates, the fabricator is
Required to:
A. visually and ultrasonically inspect all areas within 3 in. (76 mm) of plate edges and weld up
any laminations greater than 1-in. (25-mm) deep and 2-in. (50-mm) long.
B. ultrasonically inspect all areas within 3 in. (76 mm) of plate edges and cut out any laminations
greater than 1-in. (25-mm) deep and 2 in. (50 mm) long.
C. visually examine all edges and if laminations are found, ultrasonically inspect. Cut out any
exceeding 1 in (25 mm) in depth and 3 in. (76 mm) in length.
D. ultrasonically inspect all areas and cut out or weld up any laminations more than 1 in. (25
mm) in depth or diameter.

6. What is the tolerance for determining whether a floor lap weld is essentially parallel or
perpendicular to a shell?
A. ±12
B. ±20
C. ±30
D. ±75

7. With shell materials of Group V, opening connections requiring reinforcement in the shell
plate must..... prefabricated into the shell plate or insert plate if the shell thickness is more than:
A. 3/8 in. (10 mm).
B. 1/2 in. (13 mm).
C. 3/4 in. (20 mm).
D. 1 1/2 in. (40 mm).

8. Maximum rate of corrosion on bottom side = 0.006 in. per year (0.15 mm per year) if no
repairs are done, what is the calculated minimum remaining thickness of the tank bottom a
10-year inspection interval?
A. 0.061 in. (1.55 mm)
B. 0.077 in (1.96 mm)
C. 0.131 in. (3.33 mm)
D. 0.137 in. (3.48 mm

9. Inspection of a tank 200 ft in diameter and 40 ft. high, reveals a corroded area of the shell 1
ft. from the bottom. The minimum thickness at any point in the corroded area is 0.65 in. The
critical length is:
A. 30 in.
B. 38 in.
C. 40 in.*
D. 42 in.

10. 63. For tanks with edge settlement exceeding the specific limits in API 653 welds in the area of
High strain should be:
A. Removed and repliced or subjected to FFS
B. examined by extensive NDE
C. heat treated to remove residual stress
D. evaluated by the authorized inspector

11. Shell thickness determinations for tanks must consider:


A. liquid loading only.
B. liquid, wind, and seismic loading.
C. liquid, roof, live, and external loadings caused by piping, tank-mounted equipment, and
lugs
D. all anticipated loadings, including liquid, wind, seismic loads, nozzle

12. Which of the following is a true statement about magnetic-particle testing yokes?
A.If- a yoke has not been in use for a year or more, a calibration shall be done prior to the first
used.
B. If a yoke is new, the manufacturer will guarantee accuracy, and no calibration is required.
C. If a yoke has not been in use for 6 months, a calibration shall be done prior to the first use.
D. 5tIf a yoke was stored properly, no calibration is required.

13. To be able to weld the full thickness of WPS P1-A-C-Lh, the welder qualified per WPQ Spec.
554 would:
A. be considered qualified per the WPQ with no additional testing required.
B. need to change to a F-4 E7018 filler metal and make a qualification weld in the 6G position.
C. need to make an appropriate qualification weld to qualify for the complete WPS thickness.

14. A repair is required on a tank for which annular plates were originally required. New annular
Plates with single-welded butt joints with backup bars are to be added. Which of the following
Nondestructive examination (NDE) methods is required for the annular plate welds outside the
Critical zone?
A. One-spot radiograph on 50% of the radial joints
B. Magnetic-particle or dye-penetrant for the full length
C. One-spot radiograph on 10% of the radial joints
D. Ultrasonic and magnetic-particle or dye-penetrant

15. When an NPS 12 (DN 300) nozzle is installed on an existing tank shell in the first course, a
Hydrostatic test is:
A. not required.
B. required.
C. required if the minimum one-day temperature is less than 60°F (16°C).
D. required if the tank-shell plate thickness exceeds 1/2 in. (13mm).

16.A new tank was placed in service in June 2010. The tank has a release prevention barrier
installed per API 650, Annex I, a fiberglass-reinforced lining on the product side of the tank bottom
installed per API 652. When should the first internal inspection be scheduled?
A. June 2020
B. June 2025
C. June 2030
D. June 2035

17. Microbiologically influenced corrosion (MIC) is frequently observed as:


A. localized thinning under deposits or tubercles that shield the organisms.
B. general thinning under deposits or slime.
C. corrosion cracking under deposits or slime.
D. localized pitting under deposits or tubercles that shield the organisms.

18.For hardness testing the HAZ, the surface should be polished not to exceed a maximum of:
A. 16 μin. (0.4 μm).
B. 18 μin. (0.45 μm).
C. 24 μin. (0.6 pm).
D. 32 μin. (0.8 μm).

19. A door sheet is to be installed in an existing tank with welded seams. The thickness of the
first shell course is 1.015 in. (25.8 mm). The thickness of the second shell course is 0.865 in. (22 mm).
What is the minimum distance that the top seam of the door sheet must be above the existing horizontal
between the first and second shell courses?
A. 6.0 in. (152 mm)
B. 6.9 in. (176 mm) Fig 9.1 API 653
C. 8.1 in. (206 mm)
D. 10.0 in. (254 mm)

20. . Which of the following shall be included in the inspection history?


A. complete description of any unusual conditions
B. Welding procedure qualification records for repairs made to the tank
C. Hydrotest calculations
D. Original tank corrosion allowance

21. . When a tank bottom is removed by using arc-gouging, the arc-gouged areas of the tank's
shell to-botlom weld shall be:
A. examined and acceptance shall be determined by the authorized inspector.
B. replaced by an insert plate or covered by a welded-on patch plate,
C. examined ultrasonically to determine whether the minimum shell plate thickness meets the
design
D. magnetic particle examined, and defective areas repaired and reexamined.

22. The corrosion rate of steel tank bottoms may double with:
A. every 18°F (10°C) increase in temperature above 77°F (25°C).
B. every 18°F (10°C) decrease in temperature above 77°F (25°C).
C. every 18°F (10°C) decrease in temperature below 77°F (25°C).
D. every 18°F (10°C) increase in temperature below 77°F (25°C).

23. For the purpose of the RBI process, corrosion rates from low inspection effectiveness such
as spot on a 120 ft diameter (37 m) tank:
A. are normally used.
B. can be used
when approved by a corrosion specialist.
C. shall not be used.
D. are used when defined by the owner/user procedures.

24. On a repair to a 58 in (16 mm) thick shell, when a weld is not stress-relieved, the outer edge
of a fille weld around a 12 in (305 mm) penetration shall be spaced from the centerline of any
butt-welded shell seams by a minimum of:
A. 3.75 in. (95 mm)
B. 5 in. (127 mm) Fig 9.1 API 653
C. 10 in. (254 mm)
D. 12 in. (305 mm)

25. . A newly constructed stainless steel tank has been built with material meeting the
requirements of API 650, Annex S. A qualified corrosion specialist has determined that internal
and external environments present a very low risk of cracking or corrosion. The initial internal
inspection shall not exceed:
A. 10 years.
B. 12 years.
C. 15 years.
D. 20 years.

26. An inspector finds pitting on the internal surface of a tank bottom. Repairs are made by
caulking (a sot patch) When calculating the minimum remaining thickness at the next internal
inspection, the remaining thickness:
A. includes the thickness of the soft patch, if approved by the owner/operator.
B. includes the thickness of the soft patch, if approved by the storage tank engineer.
C. does not include the thickness of the soft patch.
D. does not include the thickness of the soft patch, unless a thick film lining is installed over the
patch.

27. . Statistical methods for assessing the probable condition of tank bottoms are usually based
upon:
A. progressive and consistent thickness readings.
B. a sampling of thickness-scanning data. Sample scanning data
C. magnetic groupings of metallic powder.
D. acoustic emission thickness testing.

28. in determining the maximum design liquid level for the product in a reconstructed tank when
the s material is not listed in API Standard 650, the value used for allowable stress is the lesser
of:
A. 2/3 yield strength or 1/3 tensile strength.
B. 7/8 yield strength or 1/4 tensile strength.
C. 3/4 yield strength or 2/5 tensile strength.
D. 2/3 yield strength or 2/5 tensile strength

29. In accordance with API Standard 653, nondestructive examination procedures shall be
Prepared in accordance with:
A. API RP 575.
B. ASNT CP-189.
C. API Standard 650.
D. ASNT SNT-TC-1A.

30. For statistical assessment of the probable condition of a tank bottom, how much of the floor
should typically be randomly scanned for thickness data?
A. 0.2%-10% of the entire tank bottom
B. 5%-10% in an "X" pattern across the tank
C. 15% in each quadrant of the tank bottom
D. The entire tank bottom

31. The 0.5 in(13mm) thick replacement plate shown in the preceding diagram is rejectable, due to the:
A. distance from the vertical weld
B. distance from the bottom-plate weld.
C. height of the replacement plate.
D. radius of the curvature

32. A reconstructed tank is being hydrotested. In determining the required shell thickness for a
material not listed in API 650, Table 5-2a or Table 5-2b, what is the maximum allowable
hydrostatic test stress?
A. 2/3 the yield strength or 2/5 the tensile strength of the material, whichever is less
B. 2/3 the yield strength or 2/5 the tensile strength of the material, whichever is greater
C. 3/4 the yield strength or 3/7 the tensile strength of the material, whichever is less
D. 3/4 the yield strength or 3/7 the tensile strength of the material, whichever is greater

33. What typical weld inspection tool can be used to verify the weld preparation angle prior to
welding?
A. HI-LO Gauge
B. Vernier Caliper
C. Bridge Cam Gauge
D. Adjustable Weld Gauge

34. . The bottom shell plate thickness (at welds and between welds) of an existing tank has been
checked and found to be generally corroded. The tank height (H) is 42 ft. The nominal diameter
(D) of the tank is 115 ft. The specific gravity (G) of the stored product is 0.85. The allowable
stress (S) is 23,600 psi, and the joint efficiency (E) is 0.7. The minimum acceptable thickness
(min) for the bottom course is:
A. 0.442 in.
B. 0.631 in
Tminimum formula
C. 0.646 in.
D. 0.742 in.

35. After controlled deposition welding repairs have been completed, the final step required is to:
A. check that the hardness of the last pass is less than 200 BHN.
B. remove the final temper bead reinforcement layer flush with base metal.
C. MPT the weld and heat-affected zone for hydrogen cracking.
D. peen the cap pass to reduce residual stresses

36. When a weld has falled a weld quality test more than two times, the:
A. metalurgist should evaluate the cause(s).
B. welding supervisor should determine the cause(s).
C. welding engineer should be notified to help determine the cause(s).
D. repair organization should take action on the welder for additional training.

37. The principal types of tank settlement involve settlement that relates to the:
A. tank shell, bottom plate, and roof.
B. tank shell and foundation.
C. bottom plate and foundation.
D. tank shell and bottom plate.
API 653 B.2.1
38. In order to achieve the correct tank shape when full replacement shell plates are 5/8 in. (16
mm) thick for a tank that is 24. (7.2 m) in diameter, the shaping of plates is:
A. not required.
API 650 Fig 6.1
B. required.
C. at the discretion of the inspector
D. at the discretion of the fabricator

39. After instating a new bottom through an existing tombstone reinforcing plate of an existing
nozzle not requiring postweld heat treatment, the repair organization:
A. shall install a new reinforcing plate after the new shell-to-bottom weld is complete
B. may re-install the existing reinforcing plate after the new shell-to-bottom weld is complete.
C. may re-install the existing reinforcing plate, provided that the shell-to-bottom weld is a full
penetration weld, welded from both sides.
D. shall install a new reinforcing plate after the new shell-to-bottom weld is complete, if the
shell-to-bottom weld is welded from outside.

41. The deposted weld metal thickness range shown on the welding procedure specification
(MPS PIA-CLA) is:
A. correct as stated on WPS.
B. incorrect and it should be shown as having a 2 in. maximum.
C. incorrect and it should be shown as having an 8 in. maximum.
D. correctly shown as 3 in.

42. Holiday testing of linings that have been in previous service:


A. is required by API 653.
B. is a good method to find through-lining defects
C. is not typically recommended.
D. will satisfy required test criteria.

44.For foundations specified to be sloped from a horizontal plane and concrete ring walls are
Not provided, the elevation difference tolerance shall be:
A. ± 1/8 in. (3.18 mm) in any 10 ft. (3.0 m) of circumference and± 1/2 in. (12.7 mm) in the total
Circumference measured from average elevation.
B. ± 1/8 in. (3.18 mm) in any 30 ft. (9.1 m) of circumference and ± 1/4 in. (6.4 mm) in the total
Circumference
C. ± 1/8 in. (3.18 mm) in any 10 ft. (3.0 m) of circumference and± 1/2 in. (12.7 mm) in the total
Circumference.
D. 1/8 in. (3.18 mm) in any 30 ft. (9.1 m) of circumference and ± 1/4 in. (6.4 mm) in the total
Circumference measured from average elevation.

45.A 160-diameter by 48-ft-high tank was built to 1985 API 650 basic standard using A285-C
material. There is an averaged locally thinned area noted with a remaining wall thickness of
0.700 in. in the shell lowest course that is at least 4 in. away from any vertical joint. What is the
hydrostatic fill height?
A. 37.20 f
B. 38.20 ft
C. 43.75 ft
D. 44.75 ft

46. A tank was constructed of material having a minimum yield of 33,000 psi (227.5 MPa) and a
Minimum tensile strength of 57,000 psl (393.0 MPa). After inspection, a locally thinned area
was found on the bottom shell course. What value for allowable stress should be used for
Determining the maximum fill height for the tank?
A. 29,000 psi (200.0 MPa)
B. 26.900 psi (185.5 MPa) Discuss this question
C. 30,000 psi (106.8 MPa)
D. 55,000 psi (379.2 MPa)

47. In cathodic protection of a flat bottom storage tank, what is one disadvantage of a galvanic
system?
A. Maintenance costs are minimal.
B. Use is limited to low-resistivity soils.
C. No external power supply is required.
D. Capital investment is low for small diameter tanks.

48. . Inorganic zinc (zinc silicate) is often applied to internal tank surfaces. These coatings are
typically applied at:
A. 3 mils (76 um ) to 5 mills (127 pm) dry film thickness (DFT).
B. 5 mils (127 pm) to 10 mils (254 um) dry film thickness (DFT).
C. more than 5 mils (127 um) dry film thickness (DFT).
D. more than 10 mils (254 um) dry film thickness (DFT).

49. On a 48-diameter reconstructed tank, the maximum allowable out-of-roundness, as measured


on a radius at 1 ft above the shell-to-bottom joint, is:
A. ±3/8 in
B. ±1/2 in.
C. ± 3/4 in. Table 10.2 API 653
D. ± 1 in.

50.A reconstructed 40 ft. (12 m) high tank 30 ft. (9 m) in diameter is to be filled with a product
having specific gravity of 0.8. The tank is constructed of SA 36 steel (Y=36,000 psi [250 MPa],
T=58,000 psi [400 MPa]). Which of the following is the fmin of the bottom course for hydrostatic
tests?
A. 0.105 in. (2.7 mm)
B. 0.122 in. (3.1 mm)
C. 0.125 in (3.2 mm)
D. 0.131 in (3.3 mm)

51. For tanks with riveted joints, consideration shall be given to whether, and to what extent,
corrosion affects such joints. If calculations show that an excess thickness exists, how can this
additional thickness be utilized?
A. The excess thickness can be taken as corrosion allowance.
B. The excess thickness can be used to reduce the frequency of radiographic testing.
C. The excess thickness can be subtracted from the corrosion allowance.
D. The excess thickness can be used to increase the rivet bearing stress on single joints.

52.During an inspection, edge settlement is found in a 100-ft.-diameter tank. The settlement


radius is 5 ft., and the bottom lap welds are approximately parallel to the shell. The maximum
allowable edge settlement is:
A. 3.10 in.
B. 4.75 in. Fig B.11 API 653
C. 5.25 in.
D. 5.90 in.

53. For tank materials in Groups IV, IVA, V, or VI, completed welds of new permanent attachments
shall be examined visually and by:
A.ultrasonic testing, shear wave.
B. radiographic testing
C. magnetic-particle testing.
D. ultrasonic testing, straight beam

54. When performing a subsequent internal inspection interval using risk based inspection (RBI)
procedures, a tank shall be removed from service when the
A. tank is in service for more than 30 years without internal inspection.
B. effectiveness of the inspection is determined to be low.
C. inspection interval exceeds the interval specified in Table 6.1
D. risk exceeds the acceptable risk criteria established per the owner/operator procedure.

55. A door sheet has been installed in a tank of unknown material, and the spacing between the
shell-to-bottom weld and the lower edge of the sheet is 10 in. (250 mm). The tank shell is 3/4 in.
(19 mm) thick, and its design metal temperature is 40°F (4°C). A hydrostatic test:
A. is done at the discretion of the owner/operator.
B. is required.
C. is not required.
D. may be omitted if the tank was constructed to API Standard 620.

56. . Anchored piping that is connected to a tank:


A. has little or no effect on tank integrity.
B. may create problems due to earth movement or tank settlement. B-API 653-C.1.3.2
C. should be checked for cathodic protection effectiveness.
D. need not be inspected by the authorized tank inspector

57. An existing tank, constructed of A285 grade C material, is 100 ft. in diameter, 40 ft. high,
stores product with a specific gravity of 0.9, and has an annular ring. The first course shell
thickness is 0.5 in.
The minimum annular plate thickness is:
A. 0.10 in.
Table 4.5 api 653
B. 0.17 in.
C. 0.20 in.
D. 0.23 in.

58. The demonstration test used to prove that a procedure or examiner can successfully find and
prove-up tank bottom metal loss is called the:
A. qualification test.
B. proof test.
C. examination test.
D. performance test

59. For a floating swingline in a floating roof tank, if the swing angle exceeds 65°, the inspector
should:
A. do nothing; 65" is the minimum angle required.
B. recommend changing to a non-floating type.
C. seek the assistance of an engineer experienced in tank design.
D. recommend installation of a limiting bracket.

60. As an internal tank lining is being applied, inspection shall assure that the wet film thickness
measurements are being made in accordance with:
A. ASTM D4414.
B. SSPC PA 1.
C. NACE RP0188.
D. SSPC PA 2.

61. A concrete foundation that has been exposed to high temperature for a period of time is
susceptible to:
A. calcining deterioration
B. dyness
C. bond deterioration.
D. spalling

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