API 653 STUDY GUIDE _* Chapter: 1 Scope \AL API 653 Code covers storage tanks that have been built or constructed to: A) APT 650 requirements only B)API 650 and API 12C requirements ©) Both API 653 & API 650 requirements D) API653 requirements only ‘API653 employs the principles of A) API650 B) APL650 and API 12C C) API.620 and API 650 D) API 620, API 650 and API 12C API 653 Scope does NOT cover: A) Inspection B) Repair & Alteration ©) Relocation & reconstruction D))Construction & repair API 653 scope is limited to the tank foundation, botiom, shell, structure, roof, attached appurtenances, and nozzles to the ‘A) Face of the first flange, first threaded joint, or first welding-end connection B) Fist flange face or valve ©) First flange face D) First valve API 653 is intended for use by organizations that maintain or have access to: A) Engineers trained & experienced in tank design/febrication/repairireconstruction B) Inspectors trained & experienced in tank fabrication/repair/reconstruction/ inspection Engineers & inspectors trained/experienced in tank design/fab repair/eonstruct/insp, D) Engineers & inspectors trained/experienced in tank design fab repair/reconstruct./insp. Page 1 of 86. When design and construction details are not given, and are not available in the as-built standard, details MUST be used that provide a level of integrity equal to level provided by: A) Current edition of API 653 (B) Current edition of API 650 ©) Edition of API 650 chosen by Engincer D) None of these are correct per API 653 \/7. WHAT DOCUMENT MAY BE USED to evaluate the various types of degradation or test requirements addressed in API 653? A))API 579-1/ASME FES-I B) API S80 C) APIS81 D) APIS71 ~8. Who has the ultimate responsibi y for compliance with API 653 requirements? ‘A) Owner/Operator B) Owner/Operator Insp. Org. C) Owner/Operator Eng. Org D) None of these are correct 9. [fan API 653 provision is in conflict with a jurisdictional regulation or requirement, ard the API 653 requirement is more stringent, which of the following statements is correct? A) Jurisdictional requirements SHALL govern inall cases and must be used instead of API 653 B) Jurisdictional requirements SHOULD govern and may (or may not) be used instead of API 653 (C) API 653 requirements SHALL be followed if they are more stringent than jurisdiction rules D) API 653 requirements SHOULD be followed if they are more stringent than jurisdiction rules “10. To assure safe working practices during inspection, repair and dismantling of tanks, what API guidelines include safeguards for personnel health and safety, prevention of accidental fires and explosions, and the prevention of property damage? A)API 2015, API 2016, and API2217A B) API 2201, API 2207, and API2217A, ©) API 653, API 2201, and API 2217 D) API 2015, API 2207 and API 2217 Page 2of 8511, Where welding and hot work are involved, WHAT API DOCUMENT slates “Except in areas specifically designated as safe for hot work, a hot work permit shall be obtained before starting any work that can involve a source of ignition.” A) API 2015 B) API 2201 ©) API22174 1))AP! 2009 \UA2, Appendix B of WHAT API DOCUMENT provides brief information on inerting tanks. Use of inerting as a safety precaution should address personnel hazards introduced when using inert gas in the workplace and implementation should be done in consultation with specialists that are familiar with such processes, Finelly, procedures must comply with any federal or state safety regulations pertaining to “confined spaces” or any other relevant provisions. A) API2015 B) API 2201 ©) NPI 227 D) API 2009 1. API 653 standard recognizes fitness-for-service assessment concepts for evaluating in-service degradation of pressure containing components using which of these documents? A) API 579-1/ASME FFS-1 By API 580 C) API SSI D) None of these Page 3of 85Chapter: 2 References 1. API Publication “Design & Construction of Large, Welded Low Pressure Storage Tanks” is: A) API 650 B) APL I2C parr 620 1D) None of these API Publication “Cathodic Protection of Aboveground Storage Tank: A) API S75 B))APT6S1 C) APL 652 D) None of these API Publication “Lining of Aboveground Petroleum Storage ‘Tank Bottoms” is: A) API S75 B) API 651 Carl 652 D) None of these ‘The critical API Publication titled “Venting Atmospheric & Low Pressure Storage Tanks” is: A) API 2015 B) API 2016 C)API 22174 D)API 2000 5. The API Publication titled “Safe Hot Tapping Practices in Petro/Petrochem Industries” is A) API 2015 B) API 2016 GY APL 22174, D)API 2201 ‘4. The document for “Personnel Qualification and Certificetion in NDT” is: AJASNT SNT-TC-1A B) ASME V, Article 1 C) ASNT CP-189 1D) None of these7. API Publication “Requirements for Safe Entry & Cleaning of Petroleum Storage Tanks” is ‘A))API 2015 B) APT 2016 ©) API2207 D) API22174 8. API Publication “Guidelines/Procedures for Entry & Cleaning of Petroleum Storage Tanks”: A) API 2015 (ByAPI2016 C) API2207 D) API22174, 4, API Publication “Preparing Tank Bottoms for Hot Work” is A) API 2015 B) API 2016 (OAPI 2207 D) API 22174 10, API Publication “Guidelines for Safe work in Inert Confined Spaces (Petro/Petzochem Ind): A) API 2015 B) API 2016 2) API 2207 (D)/API 22174 LI. API Pub “Protection against ignitions arising out of static, lightning & stray currents” is: A) API 2015 B) API 2016 C)API22178 D) None of these 12. API RP “Safe Welding, Cutting, and Hot Work Practices in the Petroleum and Petrochemical Industrie: A) API 2015 B) API 2016 O)API 22174 D))API RP 2009 Page $ of 8513, Recommended Practice for Ds n, Fabrication, and Inspection of Tanks for the Storage of Petroleum Refining Alkylation Unit Spent Sulfuric Acid at Amibient Temperatures is A) APL2015 Bl API 2016 ACE RP 0205 ‘DY APIRP 2009 Page 601 85Chapter: 3 Definitions \ J Any werk on a tank that changes its physical dimensions or configuraticn is known es A) Repair B) Modification C) Replacement (D))Alteration ‘Cerf the date of the installation of the component is unknown, then the current applicable standard shall be considered to be the A)As-built STD B) Construction STD C) Current applicable STD D) None of these ‘The standard (such as API standard or UL standard) used for the construction of the tank component in question is referred to as the: ‘A) As-built STD B) Construction STD ©) Current applicable STD D) None of these 4. If this standard is not known, the as-built standard is the standard that was in effect ‘A)JAt the date of the installation of the component B) One year prior to the date of the installation of the component ) Six months prior to the date of the installation of the eomponent D) None of these is correct using API 653 rules regarding effective dates for documents What API 653 Annex provides a list of API welded storage tank standards? A))Annex A B) Annex B C) Annex C D) Annex D Page 7 of 856. The standard used for repairs or alterations made after original construction is the: A) As-built stendard (B) As built standard only for those repairs or alterations >) Construction STD only for those repairs or alterations D) None of these are correct APL 653 Annex A provides a list of API welded storage tank standards that goes back 10 1936 and the ALL-WELDED OIL STORAGE TANKS (All Tanks before that were riveted). What was the name of the 1036 API standard? A) API 650 B) API 12B C) API 620 D) API 12¢ 8. Ifa tank was built today using an API or UL standard for tanks, it would be referred 10 as: A) As-built STD B) Construction STD C) Current applicable STD. D) None of these 9. An Authorized Inspector is an employee of an Authorized Inspection Agency certified per: A) Annex A B) Annex B C) Annex C D))Annex D 10. Which of these is NOT an Authorized Inspector Agency? A) Inspection organization of the jurisdiction where the AST is operated Si lnspection organization of the Insurance Co. licensed and registered to write AST insurance (©))Ownerfoperator of AST(s) who maintains an inspection organization for activities relating only to “Tis/her equipment and for ASTs intended for sale or resale. D) Independent organization or individual under contract to/under direction of owner/operator and recognized or otherwise not prohibited by the jurisdiction where the AST is operated, Page 8of 8511. Which of the following is considered an Authorized Inspector Agency? (A) Insp Organization of the jurisdiction where the AST is operated 5 Insp Organization of Insurance Co. licensediregistered to buy other AST insurance policies C) Ownerloperator of AST(6) who maintains an ingpection organization for activities relating only 10 his/her equipment and for ASTS intended forsale or resale. ) Independent organization or individual under contract to!under disection of ownerfoperator and prohibited by the jurisdiction where the AST is operated 12, An employee of an authorized inspection agen inspector per Annex D of API 653 is called y that is certified as an aboveground storage tank A) Inspector B) Tank Inspector C) Aboveground Storage : ‘ank Inspector (D)None of these 13, The area on the tank bottom where the settlement begins is called: A) Bulging Point B) Sertlement Point (©)Breakover Point D) None of these 14:The tank for which corrosion rates are NOT known is called the: (A) candidate Tank B) Control Tank C) Critical Service Tank D) Critical Tank 1S: The tank for which corrosion rates are known is called the: AY Candidate Tank (B)Couro1 Tank ©) Critical Service Tank D) Critical Tank Page 9 of 85ww 16 A “change in service” from previous operating conditions involves different properties of stored product A “change in service” may include all of the following EXCEPT: A) Increase or decrease in temp or pressure 'B) Increase or decrease in Specific Gravity ©) Change in degree of Corrosivity (D) Phange in the corrosion rate \V/I7. Per API 653, the definition for “Corrosion rate” is: Gy Yotal metal loss divided by the period of time over which the metal loss occurred BY Metal loss subiracted from the period of time over which the metal Inss occurred C) Metal loss multiplied by the period of time over wich the metal loss occurred D) None of the above is correct ABs. The critical zone is that portion of the tank located at the: A) Bottom or annular plate within 3 in. of inside edge of shell, measured radially inward B) Shell co bottom or annular plate within 3 in. of inside edge of shell, measured radially inward ©) Bottom or annular plate within 3 in. of inside edge of shell, measured radially outward D) Shell to bottom or annular plate within 3 in of inside edge of shell measured radially outward 19. A formal visual inspection, supervised by an authorized inspector, to assess all aspects of the tank as Ps possible without suspending operations or requiring tank shutdown is called a (n) A) On-Stream Inspection (By xternal Inspection C) Routine Inspection D) None of these /20. Methodology where laws contained within a structure are assessed to determine the adequacy of the flawed structure for continued service without imminent failure is: A) Process Safety Management Assessment B) Risk-Based Inspection Assessment iness-For-Service Assessment )) None of these are correct 21, This term identifies a procedure for installing a nozzle in a shell of a tank that is in service: A) Major alteration B) Alteration O\Repair (D))HHot tap Page 10 of 8522. Hydrotest is defined as a test performed with water, where the test load is produced by A) Water column B) Specific Gravity (© Static fluid Head ‘D) Total static head 23, A representative of an organization's mechanical integrity department whe is responsible for various quality control and assurance functions, such as welding, contract execution, ete. A) Authorized Inspector B) QA/QC personnel (C) Inspector °D) Examiner 24. An internal inspection is best defined by which of the following statements A) Formal insp. of selected internal tank surfaces supervised by authorized inspector B) Formal insp. of some accessible intemal tank surfaces supervised by authorized inspector C) Informal incomplete insp. of all accessible intemal tank surfaces supervised by Authorized Inspector ‘D) Formal complete isp. of all accessible intemal tank surfaces supervised by an Authorized Inspector 45. Installing a shell penetration larger than NPS 12 beneath design liquid level is considered: A) Alteration B) Repair (©)Mojor alteration D) None of these A466. Installing a bottom penetration within 12 inches of the shell is considered: (a) Major alteration °B) Alteration ©) Repair D) None of these 7 Installing a new bottom that results in removal of any floor plate or annular ring within the critical zone is considered: A) Repair B) Alteration C) Major alteration D) None of these Page 11 of 85\_29. Removing and replacing or adding a shell plate beneath the design liquid level where the longest ‘30. Removing or replacing annular plate ring material where the long ~~31, Work necessary to maintain of restore a tank to a conditio: Complete or partial (ifmore then Ys weld thickness) removal & replacement of more than 12 inches of vertical weld joining shell plates or radial weld joining the annular plate ring is: A) Repair B) Alteration ©) Major repair DY None of these dimension of the replacement plate exceeds 12 inches is considered: A) Repair B) Alteration (©) Major repair D) None of these dimension of the replacement plate exceeds 12 inches is considered. A) Repair B) Alteration (©))Major repair D) None of these Suitable for safe operation is A) Alteration B) Repair 7) Major repair D) None of these 32. Removal and replacement of material such as roof, shell, or bottom material, including weld metal to maintain tank integrity is considered. ) Alteration Repair ©) Major repair D) None of these Page 12 of 85\ 3 Re-leveling and/or minor (AST Engineer deemed it to be minor shell jacking) shell jacking at a tank shell, bottom, or roof is considered: A) Alteration (B) Repair © Major repair D) None of these |. Adding or replacing reinforcing plates (or portions thereof) to existing shell penetrations: A) Alteration B)Repair ©) Major repair D) None of these 5, Repair of flaws, such as tears or gouges, by grinding and/or gouging followed by welding: 38. CC)Reeognized toughnes: A) Alteration B)Repair C) Major repair D) None of these ‘The legal entity having both control of end/or responsibility for operation & maintenance of an existing storage tank is called: A) Dwner/Operator B) Owner/User ) Responsible Operating Organization D) Jurisdiction ‘Any work necessary to reassemble a tank that has heen dismantled and relocated to new site is called: A) Relocation 8) Construction ©) Reorganization (D) Reconstruction A condition that exists when the material of a component is deemed acceptable for use by provisions of many requirements for Brittle Fracture assessment using the decision tree: A) Unknown toughness B) Acceptable toughness D) None of these Page 13 0f 8539. A condition that exists when it cannot be demonstrated that ihe material of a component satisfies the definition of recognized toughness (A) Dnknown toughness B) Acceptable toughness ©) Recognized toughness D) None of these 40. Tank material may likely satisfy the recognized toughness definition if it was constructed: A) To the I* Edition of API 650 or later B) To the 3" Edition of API 650 or later ©)To the 5" Edition of API 650 or later (D) Fo the 7" Edition of API 650 or later 41. Tank material may likely satisfy the recognized toughness definition if it was constructed: A) To the 5" Edition of API 650 (Appendix A) B) To the 5* Edition of API 650 (Appendix C) C) To the S" Edition of API 650 (Appendix E) D) To the 5" Edition of API 630 (Appendix G) 42. Recognized toughness is a condition that exists when the material of a component is deemed acceptable for use by the provisions of any of the following EXCEPT ‘A) Based on the edition of standard of tank’s original construction, or by coupon testing B) Based on the Impact Test exemption curves (API 650) (©pPased on Engineer selected design metal temp D) Based on thickness alone —A43, Tank material may likely satisfy the recognized toughness definition if it is no thicker than A) inch 4 inch D) One inch Page 14 of 85“24 Tank materiel may likely satisfy the recognized toughness definition if metal temperature operates al temperatures not less than: A) 50°F (By 50°F O0F D) None of these 45. An organization having assigned responsibility by the owner/operator to design and/or reconstruct a tank, A) Repair Organization B) Relocation Organization ©) Construction Organization D) Reconstruction Organization 46, Which of the following meets the definition of a repair organization? A) Owner/operator of ASTs who repairs or alters his own equipment without following API 653 (B) Contractor making repairs/alterations 10 API 653 with quals acceptable to AST Owner’Op. ©) One who makes repaits per API 653 but is outside of and not authorized by the jurisdiction D) Contractor making repairs/alterations with qualifications acceptable to AST Owner/Op, 47. Which of the following DOES NOT meet the definition of a repair organization? A) Owner/operator of ASTs who repaits or alters his own equipment per APL.653 B) Coatactor making repairs/alterations (0 API 653 with quals acceptable to AST OwneriOp. (C))Owner'operator of ASTs who repairs or alters his own equipment as he sees necessary D) One who is authorized by the jurisdiction, and who makes repairs per API 653 48, Process by which corrosion rates & inspection intervals are established for s candidate tank using corrosion rates and service history from a control tank for the purpose of date is called a (1): tablishing the next inspection A) Corrosion Rate determination B) Inspection Interval ass: (©Bimilar service assessment D) None of these Page 15 of 85rsonts or organizations acceptable to owner/operator & knowledgeable & experienced in the engineering diseiplines associated with evaluating mechanical & material cheracteristics that affect the integrity and reliability of aboveground storage tanks is: A) Fitness for Service Organization B) Engineering Organization Os D) None of these Who consults with appropriate specialists & can be regarded as a composite of all entities needed to properly assess technical requirements that affect integrity & reliability of ASTs A) Owner/Operator B) Engineering Organizaiion ‘D)/$torage Tank Engineer Page 16 of 85Chapter: 4 Suitability for Service 1. An evaluation is required to determine a tank’s suitability for continued service when: (A) Tank inspection results show a change has occurred from its original physical condition B) Tank inspection results provide both a short term & long term component corrosion rate ©) Tank inspection results provide 2 current thickness of a tank’s bottom plates using MFL. D) Tank inspection results provide a remaining life value for any tank component 2. Roof plates must be repaired or replaced due to corrosion whenever holes are found OR: A) The average “t” = less than 0.100 in. @ a 10 in? area (B) fhe average “t” = less than 0.090 in. @ a 100 in.? arca ©) The average “t” = less than 0.100 in. @ a 100 in.? area ‘D) The average “t” = less than 0.090 in. @ a 10 in? area 3. When inspecting fixed roof support members (ralters, to the supporting pipe columus because: irders, columns), particular attention must be given A) These columns often exhibit settlement problems that may result in local cracking/| B) These columns often exhibit vapor space corrosion above the liquid fill line of the tank ©) These columns may possibly suffer from severe intemal corrosion that is not visually evident 1D) These columns may have clogged drain holes allowing hydrocarbons to be stored inside 4. Methods employed to inspect overhead roof support members for soundness shall he acceptable to the: A))Responsible Inspector B) Authorized AST Inspector C) Owner/Operator’s Inspection Organization D) AST Engineer ‘ roof-to-shell joint is considered ffangible [F: A) The joint slope does not exeved 2:12 & support members are not directly attached to a roof B) [tis attached to the top angle of the tank with a continuous fillet weld all around on the top Cy [tis attached to the top angle of the tank with an intermittent fillet weld all on the tep ‘De will fail prior to the shell-to-bottom joint in the event of excessive internal pressurization 6. Which statement is trac regarding evaluation of corroded floating roof plates & pontoons? A) Areas of roof plates and pontoons showing cracks or holes may be repaired or replaced 'B) Holes through the floating roof plates may be patch repaired or the plates fully replaced Cy Pitted areas may be evaluated to determine likeliness of thn-pitting before a next int. insp. D) It duu-pisting will occur before next int insp., affected areas must be repaired or repla Page 17 of 857. Guidance for the evaluation of existing floating roofs shall be based on: 'A) Criteria of APL 653, Annex Hi (external floating roofs) & Annex J (Internal floating roofs) BB) Criteria of API 575, Annex D (external floating roofs) & Annex L (Internal floating roofs) 6) Criteria of API 650, Appendix € (external floating roofs) & Appendix H (Internal floating roofs) JD) Criteria of API2217A, Guidelines for the Evaluation of Existing Floating Roof Tanks ~d Refore changing a tank’s service to operate at elevated temperatures, which of the following statements is tme regarding API 650, Appenclix M? A) All reqmts of API 650, App. M shull be met before a service change (to above 220°F) B) All regmts of API 650, App. M shall be considered before a service change (to above 20°F) ©) All reqints of API 650, App. M shell be met before a service change (to above 200°F) (AU reqmts of API 650, App. M shall be considered before a service change (to above 200°F) ~o, Pitting does not normally represent a significant threat to the overall structural inwgrity of a shel! unless: A) Pits are severe and exceed the “Y# min” requirement of API 653 B) Pits exceeding “5 min t” along any vertical line does not exceed the 2 inch in § inch rule (CpPits are severe in nature and in close proximity to one another D) Pitting rarely if ever represents a significant threat to overall shell structural integrity ~/ 10. When determining a controlling thickness in a shell course with considerable corrosion areas, Authorized Inspector shall determine all of these items (as per 653 procedure) except A) Critical length L = 3.7 (D2, but not more than 40 inches B) Authorized inspector shall select those vertical planes most likely affected by corrosion ©) Minimum thickness, 2, at any point in a corroded area (excluding widely scattered pits) D) Lowest thickness found, t1, and apply 653 criteria using 5 equally spaced measurements 11. When determining a controlling thickness in shell course with vorroded areas of considerable size, how shall the Inspector determine the lowest average thickness, 1? A) Value tl is averaged over length Z, using at least five random meesurements taken ‘B) Value tl is averaged over length Z, using at least five equally spaced measurements C) Value tl is averaged over length Z, using at least five measurements in the thimnest areas D) None of these is the correct procedure per API 653 Page 18 of 85\ ‘IZ When determining a controlling thickness in a shell course with corroded areas of considerable size, widely seatiered pits may be ignored IF no pit depth resulis in the remaining shell thickness being less than one-half the Tmiin (minimum acceptable tank shell thickness) exclusive of the corrosion allowance AND: ) The sum of the pit dimensions does not exceed 2 inches in 8 inches along any length (B) The sum of the pit dimensions does not exceed 2 inches in 8 inches along a vertical line ©) The sum of the pit dimensions does not exceed 2 inches in 8 inches along a horizontal line D) The sum of the pit dimensions dees not exceed 2 inches in 12 incles along any length 13. When determining the minimum acceptable shell plate thickness for continued service for any shell course, the value tmin shall NOT be less than: A) 0.090 inches B) 0.900 inches ©) 0.009 incl (D)None of these is correct 14, When determining the minimum acceptable shell plate thickness for continued service for Shell Course # 1, which of the following shall accurately represent the value “H"? A) Hi~ the height from the bottom of the shell course under considefation to the maximum liquid level when evaluating an entire shell course, in feet (ft) minus (subtracting) one foot BR) H =the height from the bottom of the length Z (from the lowest point of the bottom of L of the locally thinned area) to the maximum liquid level, in feet (f) C)H = the height from the lowest point within any location of interest (such as the centerline of @ new nozzle to be installed) to the maximum liquid level, in feet (ft) (D) H = the height from the bottom of the shell cousse under consideration to the maximum liquid level ‘When evaluating an entire shell course, in feet (ft) US, When determining the minimum acceptable shell plate thickness for continued service for an alteration using a new nozzle (value= nozzle centerline elevation), which of the following shall accurately represent the value “H™) A) H ~ the height from the bottom of the shell course under consideration to the maximum liquid level when evaluating an entire shell course, in fect (ft) minus (subtracting) one foot B) H = the height from the bottom of the length Z (from the lowest point of the botiom of L of the locally thinned area) to the maximum liquid level, in feet (ft) (©) = the height from the lowest point within any location of interest to the maximum liquid level, in. feet (ft) D) H = the height from the bottom of the shell course under consideration to the maximum liquid level when evaluating an entire shell course, in fect (ft) Page 19 of 85SE bois 1 26D Using this formule, hydrostatic test height is calculated after determining the controlling thickness: (A) Of an entire shell course “B) Fora location of interest within any shell course ©) Fora locally thinned! area within any shell cours D) Of a portion of the shell course atthe lowest elevation in the location of interest SE in 26D Using this formula after a major alteration (adding a 16 NPS Nozzle), hydrostatic test height is calculated after determining the controlling thiekness: A) Ofan entire shell course (B)For a location of interest within any shell course ©) Fora locally thinned area within any shell course D) Of a portion of the shell course at the lowest elevation in the location of interest AS. The Joint Efficiency “E” value fora Welded joint ina tank (Assume 7" edition & later) and using NO Radiography (RT), Spot RT and Basic Standard RT (respectively) is: A) No RT = 70, Spot RT = .80, and Basic Standard RT = 0.90 B) No RT =..70, Spot RT =.85, and Basic Standard RT = 0.90 (No RT =.70, Spot RT ~.85, and Basic Standard RT = 1.00 0, Spot RT = .90, and Basie Standard RT = 1.00 's include all of the following EXCEPT A) Out-oFroundness B) Buckled areas and flat spots ©) Peaking and banding at weld joints (Dy Settlement Shell distortion is most likely caused by which of the following: A) Foundation settlement on a tank resting level atop a concrete ring wall B) Operating the tank within design limits and using edequate venting ©) Subjecting the tank to prevailing winds and occasional rainstorms D) Improper shell fabrication or repair techniques, Page 20 of 852i-Fer API653 Suitability for Service rales, ‘laws such as cracks er laminations shall be A)/Thoroughly examined, eveluated to determine their nature and extent & the need for repair, & any efacks in the shell to bottom weld shall be removed in accordance with repair procedure B) Thoroughly examined, evaluated to determine their nature and extent & the need for repair, & any cracks in the shell to bottom weld shall be removed using routine repair practices © Thoroughly examined, evaluated and the cracks must always be repaired & any cracks in the shell to bottom weld shall be removed D) Thoroughly examined, evaluated & cracks are not be repaired until AST Engineer approves it 22. Per API 653 Suitability for Service rules, grinding to eliminate weld defects (such as excessive undercut, linear indications, etc) resulting from MT indications in existing shell penctration welds is permissible IF A) Final weld profile after grinding satisfies the weld size & base metal thickness requirements (B) Detect is removed regardless of the weld’s final condition and size ‘CYA repair plan has been approved by the AST Engineer D) None of these are corzeot Tank bottom integrity shall be assessed periodically in addition to the required internal inspections specified per API 653, The assessment period of tank bottoms shall be: A) Equal to the appropriate internal inspection interval per API 653 \8))Less than or equal to the appropriate intemal inspection interval per AP] 653 ©) Greater than or equal to the appropriate internal inspection interval per API 653 D) It may be less than, equal to, or greater than the appropriate intemal insp interval per 6: 24, Historically, causes of Bottom Failure include all of the following EXCEPT: A) Roo! support columns welded 10 the tank botiom to restrict movement B) Rock or gravel foundation pads with voids in areas that should have been filled-in (©Homogencous fill under the tank bottom (the contents within a sand founcation pad) D) Sumps installed after the floor was installed where voids exist beneath the sand pad or base. 25. Historically, causes of Bottom Failure include all of the following EXCEPT: A) Underside corrosion (normally in the form of pitting) (ByYnadequate drainage resulting in surface water filling the tank dike area ©) Lack of an annuler plate ring when required D) Uneven settlement that results in high localized stresses in the bottom plates Page 21 of a53 26. Historically, causes of Bottom Failure include all of the following EXCEPT: A) Intemal pitting and pitting rates in the anticipated service B) Corrosion of weld joints (Weld and heat affected zone) )) Weld joint cracking history (service related) (D)ySuesses placed on the bottom plates due to floor and shell support loads 27. Best Tank Inspector on Planet Farth has items to add to API 653 Causes of Tank Bottom Failure list. Which of these is NOT correct and is not a cause of tank bottom failure? A) Failure to adequately remove all copper deposits and are strikes upon final inspection 8B) Failure to properly install floor lining systems in strict accordance with Mfg requirements C) Failure to remove all deposits in existing floors when the tank is shut down for inspection 1D) Failure to assure a level compacted foundation pad before floor plates are installed by crane / “4s, Tank Bottom Release Prevention Systems per API 633 include ell of these EXCEPT ‘A) Internal inspection of the tank bottom B) Leak detection systems and leak testing of the tank ‘C)insulling an area impressed current cathedie protection system for the entire tank farm D) Lining tank interior bottom or providing a release prevention barrier under the tank bottom 29, API supports the use of a release prevention system (RPS) to maintain the integrity of tank bottoms, THE TERM “RPS” refers to the numerous API standards and recommended! practices that are designed t: (a) Maimrain tauk integrity and thas protect the environment B) Protect owner/operator interests and prevent losses C) Prevent accidental releases into the workplace D) None of these is corract per API 653 30. Tank leak detection systems and testing methods are listed and covered by: A) API 653 B))API 575 ©) API 650 D) None of these ~731. Cathodic protection systems are intended t0 mitigate corrosion of steel surfaces in contact with soil, such as the underside of tank bottoms. A selection basis for cathodic protection systems is covered by A) APL652 B) APIS?: CL APT 650 D) API 6S page 22 0f 8532, Intemal linings and coatings for the top side of the tank bottom are intended to mitigate corrosion by providing a barrier between the tank botiom and corrosion sources. Applied linings and coatings for internal surfaces of tank bottoms are covered by CA))API 652 B) APL S75 ©) API 650 D) APL 651 33. Which of the following are API 653 examples of types of Release Prevention Barrier? A) Under tank leak detection systems designed to identify when a significant leek has occurred 'B) Steel bottoms, synthetic materials, clay liners, concrete pads, and all other barriers or combinations of “parriers placed in a bottom of or under a tank C) Coating systems applied to floors with CP systems used D) None of these are correct 34. The purpose and function of a release prevention barrier (RP) is to: P P A) Prevent escape of released material B) Contain or channel released material for leak detection | C) Prevent escape of released material and contain or channel released mat'l for leak detection. D) Proveat escape of released material, contain or channel released mat'I for leak detection, and allow the gyner/operator freedom to run equipment even with small leaks present \ “35, Botiom Plate Thickness Measurements most commonly utilize which of the following reliable methods {or determining tank bottom plate soil side corrosion: (A)Magnetic flux leakage (MFL) tools and with ultrasonic (UID) thickness measurement tools ‘B) Magnetic flux leakage (MFL) tools and with sample plate removal (coupons) taken from floor (©) Magnetic flux leakage (MFL) tools only per Aunex G requizements of API 653 D) None of these is correct because tank bottom plate testing is never reliable 36. The quality of data obtained irom both MFL and ultrasonic thickness techniques is dependent on all of the following EXCEPT: A) Personnel B) Equipment C) Procedures (D) Underside floor access Page 23 of 8537, After a tank bottom assessment, if the minimum projected tank bottom thickness for the next inspection interval is calculated to be less than the minimum bottom renewal thickness values per API 653 Tables (Assume no RBI is done) what shall be done per API 653? A) Only option is to shorten the next intemal inspection intervel (stay above minimum values) B) Only option is to lin or repair or replace the affected bottom area (stay above min. values) €) Bottom shall be lined, repaired, replaced OR the next intemal inspection interval shortened D) Bottom shall be lined, repaired, replaced AND the next internal inspection interval shortened Unless a stress analysis is performed, the minimum tank bottom plate thickness in the eritical zone of the tank must NEVER be less than: ‘A) The tmin value is used as isolated pitting will not appreciably affect the strength of the plate B) API.653 value in “Bottom Plate Minimum Thickness” table (depends upon foundation design) C),0.050 inches ‘D))).100 inches. What is the required minimum thickness and minimum projection distance of a bottom plate beyond the shell as measured from the toe of the outside bottom-to-shell fillet weld? (Assume you are evaluating the “corroded condition” of the bottom plate) ness shall not be Less than 0.050 inches & projection of bottom plate = at least 3/8 in. ness shall not be less than 0.100 inches & projection of bottom plate = at least 3/8 in C) Thickness shall not be less than 0.050 inches é& projection of bottom plate = at least / inch. D) Thickness shall not be less than 0.100 inches & projection of bottom plate = at least ¥¢ inch “The principal causes of foundation deterioration include all of the following EXCEPT A) Settlement of the tank B) Erosion and Cracking of the tank foundation ) Deterioration of concrete from calcification and attack by sulfate-type alkalis D) Deterioration of concrete from attack by underground water, frost and acids, Page 24 0f 85Chapter: 5 Britile Fracture Considerations 1. Reported incidents of tank failure due to brite fracture failure occurred during all of the following times EXCEPT: A) Failure occurred shorily afier erection during hydrostatic testing B) Failure occurred upon the first filling of the tank in cold weather Cy Pailure occurred after a change to higher temperature service D) Feilure occurred aftera tank repair/alteration was dene To minimize risk of failure due to Brittle Fracture, tanks must meet requirements of: A) APL650 (Fifth Edition or later) or API 650, Appendix G (Fourth and Fifth Editions) 5) API650 (Third Edition or later) or APL 650, Appendix G (Third and Fourth Editions) ©) API 650 (First Edition or later) or API 650, Appendix G (Second and Third Fditions) D) NPI 650 (Seventh Edition or later) or API 650, Appendix G (Fifth and Sixth Editions) 3. Many tanks that continue to operate successfully in the same service were not built to the requirements of APL6S0 and these tanks are: A) Potentially susceptible to britile fracture & require an assessment (as shown in decision tree) B) Potentially susceptible to brittle fracture & do rot require an assessment ©) Are not susceptible to brittle fracture & do not require an assessment D) None of these are correct ‘#: Whea API 653 rules are met regarding requirements for repairs, alterations, reconstruction and service change, for purpose of brittle fracture assessment, hydrostatic tests demonstrate: A) Fitness for continued service with no risk of failure due to brittle fracture B) Fitness for continued service with minimal risk of failure due to brittle fracture C) Fitness for continued service with moderate risk of failure due to brittle fracture D) Fitness for continued service with extremely high ri of failure due to brite fracuure Effectiveness of hydrostatic test in demonstrating fitness for continued service is shown by. Ca)ndastry experience B) Published Data ©) Inspector experience D) Industry & Inspector experience Page 25 of 85~%. Ifa ten has had suitability for service evaluation per API 633 and the shell thickness is not greater than % in,, the risk of failure due to brittle fracture is considered to be: A) Impossible B))Minimal ©) Likely D) None of these are correct ~/7.No known tank failures due to brittle fracture have occurred at shell metal temp of: : A) O°E orabove B) 32°F or above ©) 50°F or above 1D) 60°F orabove ~~. Industry experience and laboratory tests have shown that a membrane stress in tank shell plates of at least WHAT VALUE IN KSI is required to cause failure due to brittle fracture? (Ay ksi “B) 14 ksi ©) 21 ksi D) None of these are correct 9. Risk of failure due to brittle fracture is minimal once a tank bas demonstrated that it cam: A) Operate at specified maximum liquid level at highest expected temperature without failing B) Operate at specified minimum liquid level ata lowest expected temperature without failing (©)Pperate at specified maximum liquid level at a lowest expected temperature without failing D) Operate at specified minimum liquid level ata highest expected temperature without failing 10. An evaluation can be performed to establish a safe operating envelope for a tank based on the: ) Dperating history using most severe combination of temp & liquid level seen in a tank’s life B) Operating limits using minimum metal temperatures seen in a tark’s life ©) Operating limits using maximum fill heights seen in a tank’s life D) None of these are correct Page 26 of 85Chapter: 6 Inspections 1. The purpose of Periodic in-service inspection of tanks is to: A) Assure continued tank integrity BY Meet jurisdictional requirements ©) Assure proper operation of the tank Dj None of these is correct por API 653 2. Which ef these is NOT a consideration in determining inspection intervals for ASI A). Corrosion prevention systems (B) length of time a product is stored ©) Results of visual maintenance checks D) Corrosion allowances & corrosion rates 3. Which of these is NOT a consideration in determining inspection intervals for ASTs? A)Ponditions expected at future inspections B) Methods and materials of construction and repair ©) Location of tanks such as those in isolated or high risk arcas D) Potential risk of air or water pollution 4. Which of these is NOT a consideration in determining inspection intervals for ASTs? A) Jurisdietional requirements (BYLeak detection code reqmts ©) Change in operating mode (filling frequency, ete) D) Changes in service (incl. changes in HO bottoms) 5, When establishing inspection frequeney, what inspection methods must be considered? A) Established and proven tank inspection methods (B)On-stream, non-destructive methods of inspection Ch Informal Code adopted practices in a jurisdiction 1) Nore of these is correct 4.75 years B) N=5 mils/yr, RCA = 120 mils, Use greater of 5 yrs or RCA * 4N-= 120 + 4 (5) > 6 years C) N=5 mils/yr, RCA =95 mils, Use greater of 5 yrs or RCA + 4N = 95+ 4 (5) = 4.75 5 years D) N=5 mils/yr, RCA = 120 mils, Use lesser of $ yrs or RCA + 4N = 120 +4 (5)= 6 > 5 years Page 28 of 85TT Insulated tanks need to have how much insulation removed during externel inspections? A) Whatever an inspector feels is needed when performing random checks for CUL (ByOnly to the extent necessary to determine the condition of exterior tank wall or roof ©) At least 10% of all insulation is removed or spot checks as per API 575 recommendations D) CUI Inspection is no: covered by API 653, and API 375 recommendations should be followed 72. Tank grounding system components such as shunts or mechanical connestions ofcables shall be visually checked. Recommended practices dealing with prevention of hydrocarbon ignition (incl. that from lightaing, static & stray currents) are covered by what API document? A) API 2000 (B) API 2003 C) API 2016 D) API 22174 13. Ultrasonic thickness meesurements taken excernally on the shell when a tank is in service cai help to determine: _™ \.AVThe rate of uniform general corrosion and can provide an indication of the shell’s integrity B) The rate of uniform localized corrosion in a given area where thickness readings arc taken ) The rate of uniform general corrosion in a given area where thickness readings are taken D) None of these is correct 4. The extent of UT Thickness measurements shall be determined by: (A) Owner/operator BY Authorized Inspector ©) Storage Tank Ei ner D) Authorized Inspection Agency \AS. When used, UT thickness measurement intervals are (for unknown corrosion rates) A) Maximum interval shall be the lesser of $ years or RCA + 4N years B) Maximum interval shall be the greater of 10 years or RCA + 4N ©) Maximum interval shall be the lesser of 15 years or RCA = 2N years 1D) Maximum intorval shall be 5 years aes \_46. When used, UT thickness measurement intervals are (for known corrosion rates) A) Maximum interval shall be the lesser of S years or RCA = ANY years B) Maximum interval shall be the greater of 10 years or RCA = 4N years €©)Maxinzum interval shall be the lesser of 15 years or KCA + 2N years D) Maximum interval shall be 5 years Pege 290f 85v, 47, Where exterios tank bottom corrosion is controlled by a cathadic protection system, periodic surveys of the system shall be conducted in accordance with API 651 how often? A) All sources of impressed current are checked at intervals not exceeding | month (unless jurisdiction rules apply) and impressed current protective facilities inspected every 6 months B) All sources of impressed current are checked at intervals not exceeding | month (unless jurisdiction rules apply) and impressed current protective facilities are to be inspected annually @) All sources of impressed current are checked at intervals not exceeding 2 months (unless jurisdiction Riles apply) and impressed current protective facilities are to be inspected annually D) All sources of impressed current are checked at intervals not exceeding 3 months (unless jurisdiction rules apply) and impressed current protective facilities are to be inspected annually Where exterior tank bottom corrosion is controlled by a cathodic protection system, periodic surveys of the system shall be conducted in accordance with API 651. Who is responsible to review the results of these CP sur A) Dwnerloperator “BY Authorized Inspector ©) ST Engineer ‘D) Authorized Insp Agency Primary reasons/requirements for doing internal inspections include all of these EXCEPT A) Ensure that the bottom is not severely corroded and leaking B) Gather data needed for minimum botiom & shell hickness assessments (also using those extemsl UT thickness readings obtained during any in-service inspections) (©) ldentify aud evaluate any sank bottom settlement that may be evident 1D) Identify and evaluate any roof or floating roof underside corrosion or holing ‘A formal internal inspection must be conducted every (assume (he time is fiom initial service date until an initial internal inspection with no RBI or similar sesvice assessment) A) S years (B))10 years “© 15 years |) 20,years 1. A formal internal inspection must be conducted every (assume the time is from initial internal inspection to the 2™ internal inspection with no RBI or similar service assessment): A) 5 years B)10 years (C) 320 years BD) 25 years: Page 30 of 85boda formal intemal inspection must be conducted every (assume the time is from the 1" internal insp until a 2"! intemal insp and RBI assessment has been dore} A) 10 years OQ B) 20 years C EPS years ? “Dy 30 years 3. A formal internal inspection must be conducted every (assume the time is from the 1" internal insp until a 2" intemal insp and RBI assessment has been done and RPB is in place) A) LO years B) 20 years ©)25 years (0) 30 years \24 formal internal inspection must be conducted every (essuine time is from intial service date until initial internal inspection & RBL assessment was done & @ RPD is in place), A) 12 years B) 15 years ©).20 years D) 35 yoors 2S: A formal internal inspection must be conducted every (assume time is from initial service date unt initial internal insp & Similar Service assessment was done & a RPB is in place) A) 12 years BIS years (©)3o years 1D) 25 years 26. A formal internal insp must be conducted every (assume time is from initial service date uatil initial intemal insp & RBI is done & tank has CP & fiberglass-reinforced lining), A) 12 years B) 13 years O14 years ‘D) None of these Page 32 0f 8577. A formal internal insp must be conducted every (assume time is from initial service date until initial intemal insp & RBTis done & tank has CP & a thin-film lining): A) 12 years B) 13 years C4 years | (DyNone of these 8, A formal internal insp must be conducted every (assume tire is from initial service date until initisl internal insp & RBI is done & a floor has an AP] 652 fibergless-reinforced lining): A) [2 years B) 13 years C) 14 years (D)IS years 29. A formal internal insp mast be conducted every (assume time is from initial service date until initial internal insp & RBI is done & safeguard ~ A) Bott = 5/16 in. + OR B) CP per API 651 A) 12 years B)I3 O14 years 1D) None of these 30, As alternative to Corrosion Rate procedures when determining internal irsp intervals, RBI assessments shall be performed by an individual or team knowledgeable & experienced in all of the following EXCEPT A) Tank design B) Construction details ©) Reasons for tank deterioration D) Application of API 579 RBI principles for ASTs RBI assessment performed in association with internal inspection intervals shall be reviewed and approved by: A) Owner/Operator & ST Engineer Bh Owner/Operator & Authorized Inspector DBT Engineer & Authorized Inspector D) Owner/Operator & Authorized Insp Agency Page 32 of 8532, Initial RBI assessments performed ia association with internal inspection intervals must be re-assessed at the time of any premeture failure and any proposed service change and whenever significant changes in conditions occur and AT INTERVALS NOT EXCEEDING: A)S yeurs (B))0 years ©) 15 years D) 20 years 3. RBI assessments performed in association with intemal inspection intervals shell consist of a systematic evaluation of A) The likelihood of failure and associated consequence of failure of an AST per APL 579 'B) he likelihood of failure and associated consequence of failure of an AST per API 580 C) The likelihood of failure and associated consequence of failure of an AST per API 581 D) None of these are correct 34. What is the maximum intemal inspection of an Asphalt Storage tank or other type of tank storing highly viscous substances that solidify at temperatures below 10°F? A))10 years B) 13 years ©) 14 years D) 15 years 35. If RBI assessment or similar service assessment has been performed, applicable maximum inspection intervals in AP1 633 do not apply to a tank storing highly viscous substances which solidify at temperatures below 110 °F such as all of the following EXCEPT: A) Asphalt B) Roofing flux ©) Vacuum bottoms (D)leavy Crude 36. API.653 Tank Inspection cheeKlists are found in what Annex and cover what inspections? A) Annex D (In-service & Out-of-service) (B)Annex C (In-service & Out-of service) ©) Annex D (Internal & External) D) Annex C (Internal & Extemal) Page 33 of 8537 API653 requires the owner/operator to maintain a complete record file consisting ofall these types of records EXCEPT: A) Construction Records (Nameplate info, drawings, specifications, material tests, ete) B) Inspection History Records (measurements, condition of parts, record of all exams & tests) () Repair! Alteration History Records (from time of construction covering repair, alterations eto) (D) Maintenance History Records (data from the time of initial service incl. service changes) 38. Which statement is NOT correct regarding API 653 Inspection report requirements? ‘A Fach external & internal inspection performed requires a written report to be prepared by the \ owner/operator of the AST and these reports shall be maintained for the life of the tank B) The authorized inspector shall prepare a written report after every intemal and extemal inso C) These inspection reports and any inspector recommendations and documentation of disposition (repairs, etc) shall be maintained by the owner/operator forthe life of the tank D) Local jurisdictions may have additional reporting/record keeping reqmts for tank inspections ~As, Which of the following statements is NOT correst regarding the minimum content on an Inspection seport per the requirements of API 6537 A) Date(s) of inspection, type of inspection (external or internal), scope of inspection, including any ateas that were not inspected, with reasons given (e.g. limited scope or physical access) B) Description of the tank (umber, size, capacity, ete), List of components inspected and conditions found (a checklist such as found in Annex C may be used) & deficiencies found C) Inspection methods and tests used (visual, MFL, UT, ete.) and results of each inspection method or ‘Jest, Corrosion rates (bottom, shell), Settlement survey results if performed (D)Name, company, & signature of the Inspector responsible for the inspection 40. Regarding recommendations in reports per API 533, typical timing considerations and examples of repairs include all of the following EXCEPT: 'A) Monitor condition for continued detericretion (roof */or shell plate corrosion, settlement) ) Av the next scheduled intemal inspection (predicted or anticipated repairs and maintenance such 8s coating renewal, planned bottora repsirs, etc ) (© Bete tank is returned to service (Minor repairs & maintenance activity sucb as drainage iiprovement, painting, gauge repairs, grouting, ete) 1D) Prior to retuming tank to service (inc critical to tank integrity, bottom or shel!) Page 34 0f 85Chapter: 7 Materials All new materials used for repair, alterations, or reconstruction shall conform to: A) As-built standard (B) Current applicable standard © Original construction standard D) None of these is correct 2. For reconstructed tanks, all shell plete materials and bottom plates welded 10 shell shall be identified Materials do not require further identification once they have been identified by all of these EXCEPT (select answer that does not apply to material Identification) A) Suitable documentation (such as certified mill test reports showing heat number ID, ete) B) Original contract drawings (showing unique identification numbers or alpha-numeric codes) ©) Chemical analysis & mechanical tests (As required in ASMT AG & A-370 inel. Charpy V-Noteh) Dy API nameplates (These show the material specification and grad of shell and bottom plates) For reconstructed tanks, each individual repair plate without [D shall be subject to. A) Original contract drawings (unique id numbers or alpha-numeric codes must be found) B) Suitable documentation (certified mill test reports showing heat number ID must be found) C) API nameplates (material specification and grade of shell and bottom plates must be shown) 1D) Chemical analysis & mechanical tests (As required in ASMT AG & A-370 incl. Charpy V-Notch) 4, For reconstructed tanks, unknown materials used on repairs when direction of rolling in a plate used for lunks is not definitely known, what must be done per API 653 requirements? A) Tension te: specimens shall be taken at right angles to cach other from a corner of each plate and one of those test specimens must mest the specification requirements 8) Tension test specimens shall be taken at right angles to each other from a corner of each plate and both of those test specimens must meet the specification requirements ©) Charpy impact test specimens shall be taken at right angles to each other from a comer ofeach plate and one of those test specimens must meet the specification requirements D) Charpy impact test specimens shall be taken at right angles to each other from 2 comer of each plate and both of those test specimens must mect the specification requirements Page 35 of 855, For reconsiructed tanks, known materials used in repair, all shell plates and bottom plates welded to the shell shall meet, as a minimum, chemistry/mech properties of mat'l specified for the application with regard to thickness and design metal temps as given in (document): ‘A) Applicable ASTM specifications B) Tests are not required for known materials ©) API 653 (DAPI 650 OMG. For reconstructed tanks, existing rolled structural shapes to be reused shall meet minimum requirements of ASTM A7. New structural material shall meet which of these requirements? A) ASTM A7 also (B)ASTM A306 ‘CVASTM A53 D) ASTM A516 <4 For reconstructed tanks, per API 653, Flange material used in repairs shall meet the minimum requirements of: (A) )As-built standard B) ASME B16.5 Specification C) Current applicable standard D) Original construction standard (as « minimum requirement) A. For reconstructed tanks, per API 653, fasteners used in repairs shall meet the minimum requirements of: A) As-buillt standard B) ASME BI6.5 Specification (©)\Current applicable standard D) Orginal construction standard “9, For reconstructed tanks, if existing plates (roof, bottom, wind girders) are to be used to 1 tank, they shal! be checked for: construct the CA) Excessive corrosion and pitting B) Proper numerical id and heat numbers C) Excessive peaking and banding at welds 1D) None of these is required for reconstruction Page 36 of 8510. Welding consumables used in repaits stiall conform to which of these requirements? A) ASME IX Welding Tables B) AWS classification listed in the WPS CY ASME classification listed in the WPS D) API650 Welding Tables Page 37 of 85Chapter: 8 Design Considerations for Reconstructed Tanks 1. Regarding design considerations for reconstructed tanks, any specific design considerations other than rnommal product loading shall be specified by the: ‘A) Reconstruction Organization B) Denerloperstor ©) Storage Tank Engineer D) Authorized Inspector ™2, Regarding design considerations for reconstructed tanks, any new weld joints shall meet the welding requirements of the: A) As-built standard. B) Original construction standard (© Current applicable standard Dj API 553 specific requirements 3, Regarding design considerations for reconstructed tanks, any aew shell weld joints shall: ‘A) Mee! the requirements of the as-built standard B) Meet the requirements of the original construction standard C) Meet the requirements of the current applicable standard (D) fe burt-welded joints with complete penetration and complete fusion ~/4. Regarding design considerations for reconstructed tanks, any existing weld joints shall meet the welding requirements of the: (A) as-built standard B) Original construction standard C) Current applicable standard D) API 653 specific requirements _/S. Regarding design considerations for reconstructed tanks, thickness to be used for each shell course shall be based on thickness measurements taken (when) A) Within 30 days prior to relocation B) Within 60 days prior to relocation C) Within 90 days prior to relocation 1D) Within 180 days prior to relocation Page 38 of6, Regarding design considerations for reconstructed tanks, the maximum design liquid level for produc filling shall be determined by calculating all of the following factors EXCEPT: A) Specific Gravity of the product B) Actual meesured thickness (each shell course) (©)construction method to be used ) Allowable material stress (each shell course) 7. Regarding design considerations for reconstructed tanks, the maximum design liquid level for hydrostatic test shall be determined by calculating all of these factors EXCEPT: (A) Specitie Gravity of the product By Actual measured thickness (cach shell course) C) Design Method to be used D) Allowable materiel stress (each shell course) 8, Regarding design considerations for reconstructed tanks, ifa corrosion allowance is required for the reconstructed tank, the required corrosion allowance shall be: A) Deducted fiom the actual thickness after calculating the maximum liquid level (B) Deducted from the actual thickness before calculating the maximum liquid level C) Added to the actual thickness after calculating the maximum liquid level 1D) Added to the actual thickness before calculating the maximum liquid level 9, Regarding design considerations for reconstructed tanks, any replacement and new shell penetrations shall be designed, detailed, welded & examined as per the requirements of the: A) As-built stondard B) Original construction standard (C)Yorrent applicable standard “DY APL 653 specific requirements 10. Regarding design considerations for reconstructed tanks, any existing shell penetrations shall be evaluated for compliance with the requirements of the: ay)s-buitestandara “EY Original construction standard ©) Current applicable standard D) API 653 spevific requirements Page 39 0f 8511, Regarding design considerations for recon ks, Lop and intermediate wind girders for open top tanks shall meet the requirements of the: A) As-built standard B) Original constraction standard ON "Current applicable standard D) AFI 653 specific requirements 12, Regarding design considerations for reconstructed tanks, roof designs shall meet the requirements of the: (A) As-built standard ~B) Original construction standard C) Current applicable standard D) API 653 specific requirements Regarding design considerations for reconstructed tanks, ifthe new site requires a larger design load than the original site, the adequacy of the existing roof shall be evaluated using: A) Ascbuilt standard B) Original construction standard C) Current applicable standard Dj API 653 specific requirements ‘Tanks that will be reconstructed shall be checked for seismic stability, using the dimensions and thicknesses of the reconstructed tank and based on the rules of the: A) As-built standard B) Original construction standard C)Curreat applicable standard ‘D) API 653 specific requirements 5, Reconstructed tanks shall be built to meet the stability requirements of the: A) As-built standard B) Original construction standard (OPurrent applicable standard "Dy API 653 specific requirements Page 40 of 85