AIM
To supply delegates with the skills and knowledge required to ensure a safe and compliant solution to a variety of pipeline pre-commissioning activities including pressure tests, pipeline pigging, drying & commissioning.
Pre-Requisite
Delegates should have previous experience or craft background.
Course Duration
1-2 days dependant on course requirements.
Maximum Number
12 persons – 1 day theory.
Up to 10 persons – 2 day theory and practical.
Training Aids
Lecture notes, audio/visual presentation and practical demonstrations using our equipment and aids.
Assessment
Question and answer papers for Theory only courses. Both question papers and one to one assessment using practical demonstrations.
Certification
On successful completion of the course candidates will receive a certificate of attendance and enrolment on our database.
Additional Information
Meeting the needs and expectations of service users is of the highest priority to our staff. Therefore if you have any concerns or wish to make a comment about the service please contact: info@pipelinetesting.co.uk
COURSE OBJECTIVES
On successful completion of this course, delegates will be able to:
- Prepare for a pressure test
- Carry out a pressure test
- Depressurize a system
- React in a safe and controlled manner in the event of a leak
- Carry out the setting of a relief valve using a pneumatic medium
- Know the equipment requirements in carrying out a pressure test
COURSE SYLLABUS
Courses:
Tailored to meet the requirements of the following specifications:
- IGEM TD1
- IGEM TD3
- IGEM TD9
- NG Dis 5.5
- NG MSL1
- PD 8010
- IGN SD-017
- ASME B31.3/4&8
- DNV FS101
- API 1100
- API/IP 1594
Pressure Testing
Theory and practical aspects of pressure testing everything from a small pipe spool to a 100km pipeline.
Testing with Different Mediums
Advantages/disadvantages of different types of test medium
Test Types
Overview of various types of test and why they are required
Inspection
Legal requirements and best practices
Cleaning
Best practices for maintaining the cleanliness of pipeline systems.
Pigging
Cleaning, gauging and various inspection solutions.
Drying
Drying pipes and pipelines, using different methods and discussing the importance of Dew point and how it is best achieved and maintained.