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11 - OGE-S - Oil & Gas - Shipping and Storage
OG-S 130 - Above Ground Storage Tanks Operation, Inspection and Maintenance
| Code | Start Date | Duration | Venue | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OG-S 130 | 11 August 2025 | 5 Days | Istanbul | Registration Form Link |
| OG-S 130 | 06 October 2025 | 5 Days | Istanbul | Registration Form Link |
| OG-S 130 | 01 December 2025 | 5 Days | Istanbul | Registration Form Link |
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Course Description
Public and environmental concerns are increasing the pressure to ensure safe operations and maintenance of above ground storage tanks (ASTs). Operating companies worldwide face strict penalties for chemical and petroleum spills, driving the need for proper construction, maintenance, inspection, repair, and operation of storage tanks. This course provides essential technical knowledge that can be applied immediately to evaluate, manage, and correct issues related to AST operation, inspection, and maintenance in compliance with industry standards.
Course Objectives
- Understanding the process of operating above ground storage tanks
- Recognizing the reasons for inspection and causes of deterioration
- Learning methods for repairing and altering storage tanks
- Maintaining accurate records and documentation for compliance
- Performing ultrasonic and non-destructive testing for tank integrity
- Implementing industry standards for tank design, maintenance, and inspection
- Ensuring safety and environmental compliance in storage tank operations
Who Should Attend?
- Operation & Production Engineers / Managers
- Project Engineers
- Construction / Maintenance / Inspection Engineers
- Technical Services Engineers
- Mechanical Engineers
- Process Engineers
- Site Engineers
- Terminal Operators
- Facilities Engineering Staff
Course Details/Schedule
Day 1
- Introduction to above ground storage tanks (ASTs)
- Scope and applicability of API 653 standard
- Key definitions and terminologies in storage tank management
- Types of above ground storage tanks and their applications
- Reasons for inspection and causes of tank deterioration
Day 2
- Suitability for service and design considerations
- Evaluating tank suitability for continued service
- Brittle fracture considerations and risk assessment
- Inspection methods for detecting tank failures and defects
- Material selection and compatibility for storage tanks
- Design considerations for reconstructed tanks and modifications
Day 3
- Tank repair, alteration, and record keeping
- Repair and alteration procedures for above ground storage tanks
- Dismantling and re-construction process for aging tanks
- Examination and testing techniques for structural integrity
- Importance of proper marking and record-keeping practices
Day 4
- Welding, cleaning, and venting in storage tanks
- Welding procedures and welder qualifications based on ASME Section IX
- Importance of tank cleaning before inspection and maintenance
- Introduction to dip measurement techniques and accuracy
- Function and significance of vents and pressure/vacuum (PV) valves
Day 5
- Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) and integrity assessment
- Radiographic inspection techniques for defect detection
- Magnetic particle examination for surface and near-surface flaws
- Ultrasonic examination for thickness measurement and flaw detection
- Liquid penetrant and visual inspection methods for tank integrity
- Vacuum testing, MFL, and acoustic emission testing techniques
