API 570 EXAM D (50 OPEN BOOK Q & A)

1. Which of these refinery piping systems may be excluded from the specific
requirements of API standard 570?

A) An NPS 4 Catalyst line

B) A ¾ – inch O.D. tubing gasoline sampling line
C) An NPS 3 Crude oil line operating at 110°F
D) A 1 – inch O.D. tubing fuel gas line

Ans: B … 570, Para. 1.2.1 & 3.1.63 NOTE … DEFINITION OF PIPE: Tubing = Pipe,
but only in pressure service … Gasoline sampling = not pressurized  excluded

2. For a pipe exceeding 10 inches (250 mm) in diameter, a UT measurement point

(test point) is in an area defined by a circle having a diameter no greater than:

A) 1 inch (25 mm) B) 2 inches (50 mm)

C) 3 inches (75 mm) D) 4 inches (100 mm)

Answer: C … API 570, Para. 3.1.20 … Definition of Examination Point!

3. An NPS 8 pipe operating at a maximum of 675 psi and 650°F (ASTM A106 Gr. B)
will use what stress value to determine the pipe’s minimum thickness?

A) 16.5 ksi (16,500 psi) B) 17 ksi (17,000 psi)

C) 17.3 ksi (17,300 psi) D) 20 ksi (20,000 psi)

Answer: C … 2010 ASME B31.3 A-1 Tables (Pg 153)  Use col. 650°F = 17.3 ksi!

4. On a guided bend test used to qualify a WPS, cracks occurring on the corner of
the test specimen are acceptable:

A) Under no circumstances
B) Only if they are not associated with the test weld
C) If there is no evidence they were due to slag inclusions
D) If the transverse opening is not larger than 1/8 inch (3mm)

Answer: D … 2010 ASME IX, QW-163, 2nd Para (Pg 6)  3mm rule applies here!

5. Which of these is not an acceptable temporary repair patch for an NPS 12

carbon steel pipe with localized corrosion?

A) 6 inch (150 mm) circular patch

B) 8 inch (200 mm) circular patch
C) 6 in. x 6 in. (150 x 150 mm) square patch with 1 in. (25 mm) radius corners
D) 6 in. x 6 in. (150 x 150 mm) square patch with 2 in. (50 mm) radius corners

Answer: B … 570, 8.1.4.1 Annex C, Figure C-2 … ½ Diameter rule … A/C/D = OK

 API 570 EXAM D (50 OPEN BOOK Q & A)
6. A piping system has a design pressure/temp of 500 psig at 900°F. What is the
minimum acceptable flange class if the flange material is ASTM A-182 Gr. F22?
A) Class 300 B) Class 400
C) Class 600 D) Class 900

Ans: B … 2009 ASME B16.5 Table 1A Mat’l Grp 1.10 on pg 4 Table 2-1.9 (pg 118)
Use psi tables (not bar)  Class 300 = Only good for 450  Class 400 = OK to 600

7. The maximum depth of undercut for a girth weld in normal fluid service having
a thickness of 0.50 inches (13 mm) is:
A) No visible undercut B) 1/64 inch (0.4 mm)
C) 1/32 inch (1 mm) D) 1/16 inch (1.5 mm)

Answer: C … 2010 ASME B31.3 Table 341.3.2 (Normal Fluid Service = H = ≤ 1mm)

8. The maximum surface temperature for dry magnetic particle testing of welds is:
A) Set by examination medium manufacturer
B) Limited by magnetic particle permeability
C) 250°F
D) 600°F

Answer: A … 2010 ASME V, Article 7, MT, T-731.c for Temperature Limitations

9. In evaluating a thinned area of piping, the allowable stress shall not be greater
than:
A) ½ of the SMYS B) 2/3 of the SMYS
C) 90% of the SMYS D) 75% of the ultimate tensile strength

Ans: C … 570, Para. 5.8 Caution Note … Know the 90% SMYS rule!

10. Which of these MAWP values is correct for a piping system designed at 380
psig at 700°F, having A53 Gr. B seamless pipe, latest UT = 0.28 inches, observed
corrosion rate = 0.005 inches per year, and the next inspection is in 4 years?

API left out diameter on this test question … Assume an 18 NPS piping system

A) 337 psig B) 380 psig

C) 396 psig D) 446 psig

Answer: D … 570, Table 4 MAWP Calc = MAWP = 2SEt ÷ D … Note D = not given! S
= 16.7 KSI (B31.3 A-1 Tables), E = 1.0 Seamless Pipe (A-1B Tables), D = 18.0 Step #
1: Solve t … .280 in. minus twice ECL (ECL = .020) = .280 - .040 = .240 in. Step # 2
… Math … 2 x 16,700 x .240 ÷ 18 = 33,400 x .240 ÷ 18 = 8,016 ÷ 18 = 445.33
 API 570 EXAM D (50 OPEN BOOK Q & A)
11. Which of these MAWP values is correct for a piping system NPS 10, ASTM
A106 Gr. B Seamless pipe, designed at 300°F, latest UT = 0.30 inches, observed
corrosion rate = 0.020 inches per year, and the next inspection is to be in 5 years?

A) 372 psig B) 744 psig

C) 396 psig D) None of these is correct

Answer: A … API 570, Table 4 = MAWP = 2SEt ÷ D, S = 20 KSI (B31.3 A-1 Tables), E
= 1.0 Seamless Pipe (A-1B Tables), D = 10.750 … Step # 1 … Solve t … .300 in.
minus twice the Estimated Corrosion Loss (ECL = .100) = .300 - .200 = .100 inches
Formula: 2 x 20,000 x .100 ÷ 10.75 = 40,000 x .100 ÷ 10.75 = 4,000 ÷ 10.75 = 372 psi

12. To verify continuous corrosion control of poorly coated pipe (CP protection
potentials are inconsistent), close-interval potential surveys may be conducted:

A) Every 12 months B) Every 2 years

C) Every 3 years D) Every 5 years

Answer: D … API 570, Para. 9.3.2 … 5 year rule (Close-interval Potential surveys)

13. Threaded carbon steel piping in an NPS 1.5 piping system is being replaced.
What is the minimum pipe schedule to be used?

A) Schedule 20 B) Schedule 40
C) Schedule 80 D) Schedule 160

Answer: C … ASME B31.3, Table 314.2.1  Normal Fluid Service CS (Note 3*)

14. The density of step wedge comparison film and densitometer calibrations
shall be verified by using calibrated step wedge film traceable to:

A) An ASME V Standard certified film B) An ASME calibrated step wedge

C) An ASNT certified procedure D) National standard (step tablet)

Answer: D … ASME V, Art. 2, T-262.1.a  Densitometer/Step Wedge Comp. Film

15. Which inspection method is suitable for locating corrosion cells, galvanic
anodes, stray currents, coating problems, underground contacts, and areas of
low pipe-to-soil potential?

A) Soil resistivity testing B) Close interval potential surveys

C) Particle examination D) Holiday pipe coating survey

Answer: B … (API 570, Para. 9.3.2 topic)  See API 574, Para. 10.10.1.2, 1st Para.
 API 570 EXAM D (50 OPEN BOOK Q & A)
16. When reviewing a group of radiographs, all of the following information must
be available EXCEPT:
A) Minimum source-to-film distance B) Geometric unsharpness
C) Material type D) Exposure technique
Answer: B … ASME V, Art. 2, T-290/291.f/g/k/l  See API 577, App. E, RT Reports

17. Which of these may be assumed for MAWP calculations (unknown materials)?
A) Lowest grade material B) Average grade material
C) Carbon steel material D) Highest grade material
Answer: A … (API 570, Para. 7.2, 2nd Para)

18. A piping system made of mixed grades of piping, including A-53 CS with
silicon killed elbows and fittings, has recently been rerated from 400°F (204°C) to
500°F (260°C). The process fluid contains 0.52% weight sulfur. Inspector should:
A) Continue monitoring the system using existing CMLS if they have never shown more
than .002 inch (.05 mm) per year corrosion rates
B) Not be concerned with the 100°F (55°C) change
C) Increase the number of CMLs on the system
D) Relocate the CMLs to the fittings
Ans: C … API 570 5.6.3 (More CMLs Note c) & 574, Par. 7.4.6.2.j /special note
Localized specific corrosion 450°F API 571, Para. 4.4.2.3.c (McConomy Curves
/Crit. Factors Sulfidation) Note: best is to increase the number of CMLs & focus
on non-silicon-killed (low silicon) piping because the silicon-killed fittings will last
longer than the non-silicone killed pipe!

19. What is the minimum required thickness (including corrosion allowance) for
an NPS 4 piping system (API 5L Gr. A25 ERW) that operates at 525 psi at 400°F,
and has a corrosion allowance of 0.062 inches?
A) 0.107 inches
B) 0.098 inches
C) 0.169 inches
D) 0.160 inches

Ans: D … API 574, Par. 11.1.2/3/4  Barlow calc = t = PD ÷ 2SE  Add CA last

S =14.2 KSI (B31.3 A-1 Table), E = 0.85 ERW Pipe (A-1B Table), D = 4.500 (API 574)
Solve t = 525 x 4.5 ÷ 2 (14,200) (0.85) = 2362.5 ÷ 28,400 (0.85) or 24,140 = 0.098 in.
Solution must include corrosion allowance as requested 0.098 + 0.062 = 0.160 in

IMPORTANT TO NOTE & UNDERSTAND THIS!!!

If the question stated (exclusive of corrosion allowance), then “B” is then correct
 API 570 EXAM D (50 OPEN BOOK Q & A)
20. A buried piping system for 100 psig service is hydrostatically tested at 125
psig for 8 hours. After 4 hours, the pressure dropped 5 psig, and the system was
repressurized back to 125 psig. During the remaining 4 hours, the pressure drop
was noted again to be by 5 psig. According to API 570, the inspector should:
A) Accept the test as successful
B) Visually inspect the piping and find the leak
C) Repeat the test and conduct further inspection
D) Excavate the piping and conduct an external visual inspection

Answer: A … API 570, Par. 9.3.7  IF MORE THAN 5% DROP, D is then correct

21. A piping system is designed for 300 psig at 700°F. The allowable stress value
at test temperature is 20 ksi. The allowable stress at design temperature is 15 ksi.
Which of the following pressures is to be used in a pneumatic test?

A) 440 psig B) 450 psig C) 562 psig D) None of these

Answer: D … API 570, Para. 5.8.2  B31.3, Sect. 345.5.4  300 x 1.1 = 330 psig
API devils are trying to bite your ass and get you to use temp correction formula
in 345.4.2.b  This is used with a factor of 1.5  ONLY FOR HYDROTESTS … 

22. What is maximum Brinnell hardness number allowed for welding P-No 6 matl?

A) BHN 200 B) BHN 225 C) BHN 241 D) None of these

Answer: C … API 570, Par. 8.2.3.3  ASME B31.3, Table 331.1.1  P-No 6 Column

23. In general, the corrosion resistance of iron and nickel alloys in sulfidation
atmospheres is dependent upon the content of:

A) Molybdenum B) Chromium C) Nickel D) Niobium or titanium

Answer: B … API 571, Par. 4.4.2.3.e  McConomy Curves  Chromium content

24. Reheating of a hardened material to a temperature below the transformation

range to improve toughness is known as:

A) Stress-relieving B) TemperingC) Annealing D) Normalizing

Ans: B … ASME B31.3, Sect. 300.2 Definitions for Heat Treatment  Tempering 

25. Which of the following is the standard height of the raised face portion of a
Class 400 raised face flange?

A) .060 in (2 mm) B) .100 (2.5 mm) C) .125 (3 mm) D) .250 (7 mm)

Ans: D … ASME B16.5, Sect. 6.4.1  Class 150 & 300 = 2mm, Class 400+ = 7
mm

API 570 EXAM D (50 OPEN BOOK Q & A)

26. Which of the following factors does NOT contribute to galvanic corrosion?
A) Service temp between 212°F – 250°F (100°C – 121°C)
B) Presence of an electrolyte
C) An anode and a cathode
D) An electrical connection

Answer: A … API 571, Par. 4.3.1.3.a.1/2/3 … easy … A = critical factor for CUI

27. The most extensively used NDE method for welds is:
A) Penetrant Testing B) Visual testing
C) Radiographic testing D) Magnetic Particle Testing

Answer: B … API 577, Par. 9.3.1, 1st Sentence … easy … All welds must have VT

28. The rate of corrosion under insulation will usually not be increased by
insulation systems that:
A) Contain chloride salts B) Do not utilize vapor barriers
C) Wick moisture D) Are made of closed-cell foam glass

Answer: D … API 571, Par. 4.3.3.7.c … easy … A/B/C cause increased corrosion
Note: The term “wicking” = holds moisture  Critical Factor “e” 4.3.3.3.e

29. When cracking is suspected and an internal visual inspection reveals no

indications of cracks, which of these testing methods is NOT recommended by
API 574 as a spot check?
A) Penetrant Testing B) Visual testing
C) Radiographic testing D) Magnetic Particle Testing

Answer: C … API 574, Par. 10.3.2.2 … RT is unreliable for environmental cracking

30. Plate material can be used for which of the following types of flanges?
A) Class 150 flanges B) Threaded flanges
C) Blind flanges D) Class 150 & 300 up to NPS ½

Ans: C … ASME B16.5, Sect 5.1, 1st Sent … Only blind flgs & no hub reducing flgs

31. An inspection reveals that a repaired NPS 4 seamless pipe, A-53 Gr. B, has a
thickness of 0.180 inches. If the service is 1000 psig at 500°F, what is the actual
remaining corrosion allowance considering only internal pressure?
A) 0.043 inches B) 0.064 inches C) 0.070 inches D) 0.116 inches
Answer: B … Barlow calc, ASME B31.3 Table A-1 (S=19 ksi), Table A-1B (E = 1.0),
PD = 1,000 x 4.500 = 4,500 ÷ 38,000 (2SE=2x19000x1)=.118 … .180 - .118 = 0.062 in.

API 570 EXAM D (50 OPEN BOOK Q & A)

32. When unexpected movement of the piping system is observed, what should
the inspector do to evaluate the problem?

A) Discuss the observations with the piping engineer

B) Increase the frequency of the inspection
C) Check the piping stress analysis
D) Develop and inspection plan

Ans: A … 570, 3rd Para. in 7.5  And evaluate the need for piping stress analysis

33. An ASTM A-106 Gr. B NPS 10 pipe (wall thickness of 1.125 inches or 28.6 mm)
must have a section replaced. What preheat is recommended?
A) None B) 50°F (10°C)
C) 175°F (79°C) D) 200°F (93°C)

Answer: C … B31.3 Table 330.1.1, Preheat Table Note 1 (Use QW-422 for P-No)

34. Which of these is a predominant factor in mechanical fatigue cracking?

A) Operating equip past remaining life B) Low-stress stamping
C) Impact toughness D) Surface notches

Answer: D … API 571, Par. 4.2.16.3.a.1 … Also know good design prevents MF

35. To inspect for CUI, an insulated stainless steel Class 1 system operating at
450°F requires what % of follow-up examination at areas of damaged insulation?
A) 100% B) 75% C) 25% D) 0%

Answer: B … API 570, Table 3 & API 574, Para. 7.4.4.1.h … Tricky because 450°F
temp is above the susceptible limit … Damaged % is separate from susceptible
range % in Table 3 … Damage allows unwanted moisture in … Use 75% @ Class 1

36. What is maximum permissible height of weld reinforcement for a girth weld in
Normal Fluid service for piping having a wall thickness of 3/8 inch (10 mm)?
A) 1/16 in (1.5 mm) B) 1/8 in (3 mm)
C) 5/32 in (4 mm) D) 3/16 in (5 mm)

Answer: B … B31.3 Table 341.3.2, Normal Fluid service Col, Note L  Pg 74/75

37. Chloride SCC of 300 Series SS generally occurs above a metal temperature of:
A) 100°F (38°C) B) 140°F (60°C)
D) 180°F (82°C) D) 212°F (100°C)
Answer: B … API 571, Par. 4.5.1.3.g & API 574 also for CUI temp for SS & SCC

API 570 EXAM D (50 OPEN BOOK Q & A)

38. Insert repair patches may be of any shape but must:

A) Have a test hole

B) Have rounded corners
C) Be double the pipe thickness
D) Be 1.5 times the minimum stress of original material

Answer: B … API 570, Para. 8.1.4.2.c … 25 mm minimum radius also required!

39. For piping systems where service conditions have been changed, if data for
the same or similar service is not available, a corrosion rate is estimated from the
experience of the owner/operator or from:
A) Published data on piping systems in comparable service
B) The highest known corrosion rate in the unit
C) A default corrosion rate of 10 mils per year
D) Worst case industry data

Answer: A … API 570, Para. 7.1.2.b …

40. A welding discontinuity is:

A) Condition of being imperfect/departure of quality characteristic from its intended cond

B) An imperfection or unintentional nonconformance that is detectable by NDE
C) A lack of cohesion; an interruption in the normal physical structure
D) The response or evidence from the application of NDE

Answer: C … API 577, Table 8, Page 56, Definition A-2 … Very hard to find … Make
notes in definitions to look here  Be smart!!!!

41. What is the nominal plate thickness required for a permanent blank made
from A-36 plate (E=1.0) for a flange connection with a design pressure of 300 psig
at 400°F with a 0.125 inch total corrosion allowance and gasket ID of 12.5 inches?

A) 0.625 inches B) 0.750 inches

C) 0.875 inches D) 1.000 inches

Answer: C … B31.3 Sect. 304.5.3 (Formula 15)  easy dg is given at 12.5 inches
tm = dg X square root of (3P ÷ 16SE) + CA … 3P = 900, 16SE = (16 x 19.3ksi x 1)
tm = 12.5 X square root of (900 ÷ 308800 or 0.0029145) = (12.5 x 0.0540) + 0.125
tm = .675 inches … Never ever forget the corrosion allowance last + 0.125 = .800
Solution: Since answer = 0.800 inches, nominal plate thickness for use = .875!
SMART TIP: THERE IS NO .800 INCH THICK COMMERCIALLY AVAILABLE PLATE
EVEN IF CALCS HAD BEEN .770 INCHES  STILL GO TO .875 FOR ANSWER
 API 570 EXAM D (50 OPEN BOOK Q & A)
42. An NPS 12 carbon steel standard pipe in Class 2 service, designed to operate
at 450 psig and 500°F (260°C) with an allowable stress of 20 ksi, has a thickness
at inspection of 0.280 inches (7.1 mm). What is the maximum interval for the next
thickness measurement inspection (assume no RBI, E=1.0, Corr. rate = 25 MPY)?

A) 2.7 years B) 5 years

C) 5.5 years D) 10 years

Ans: A … 570 Par. 6.3.3  UT Thickness meas interval = Lesser of 10 yrs or ½ RL

t required = PD ÷ 2SE: 450 x 12.75 ÷ 2 (20,000) (1) = 5,738 ÷ 40,000 = 0.143 inches
RL = 0.280 in. (t actual) – 0.143 inches = 0.137 inches ÷ 0.025 (25 MPY) = 5.48 yrs
Use lesser of ½ RL (½ RL = 2.74 yrs) or Table 2 value 10 years (Class 2) = 2.7 yrs

43. The size of the fillet weld refers to the dimension of the welds:

A) Throat B) Leg
C) Reinforcement D) Toe

Answer: B … ASME B31.3, Definition of “size of weld”  Fillet weld = Leg lengths

44. Subject to specific approval of the inspector, welding procedures qualified by

others may be used, provided that all of several conditions are met. One of these
conditions is that:

A) Base mat’l P-No. is 1, 3, 4 (Gr # 1 with max 1.25%Cr), or 8, (impact tests required)
B) Material to be welded is not more than 1 inch thick and requires PWHT
C) Employer has made only slight changes to the WPS
D) Employer has not made any changes in the WPS

Ans: D … ASME B31.3, Sect. 328.2.2.a.2  WPS Quals by Others Items A thru I

45. During inspection for CUI, an insulated austenitic SS, Class 1 piping system
operating at 300°F (150°C) would require what percentage of follow-up exams at
areas of damaged insulation?

A) 0% B) 25%
C) 50% D) 75%

Ans: D … API 570, Para. 6.4 & Table 3  Damaged Column = 75% for Class 1
 API 570 EXAM D, PART 1, 50 OPEN BOOK Q & A
46. The number of TMLs required on high-temperature low-velocity hydrocarbon
lines containing sulfur corrosives are often fewer than on other corrosive
systems because the sulfur lines:

A) Corrode as such a fast rate that they are considered consumable and replaced on
predetermined time schedules
B) Exhibit very uniform corrosion independent of location in the system
C) Are constructed of high-alloy materials unlikely to corrode
D) Are not considered to be a potential environmental risk

Answer: B … API 570, Para. 5.6.3, 2nd Para  Uniform Corrosion Phenomenon

47. Which discontinuity is normally found at the weld toe or root surface?

A) Underfill B) Concavity
C) Overlap D) Incomplete fusion

Answer: C … API 577, Table 2 (Pg 22), Item # 7 … Overlap = WI = weld toe or root

Qs 48 – 52 refer to WPS/PQR EM-2-1 on following 4 pages

48. Do tensile test results shown on PQR EM2-1 meet the requirements for WPS?

A) Yes
B) No, specimen 1 does not meet requirements
C) No, specimens 1 & 3 do not meet requirements
D) No, because multiple specimens cannot be used

Answer: B … ASME IX, Table QW-451.1 & QW-150 (151/152/153) & QW-422 Tables
Note: Specimens are ½ size (reduced t from 1.25 in), need 4 not 2 per Table 451.1
Note: Tensile = 55,000 per QW-422 Tables … specimen breaking in the weld metal
is OK at 55,000 … specimen breaking in base metal = Ok at 55,000 x 95% (5% rule)
and 55,000 x 0.95 = 52,250, so specimen # 3 is OK breaking at 53,000 … Specimen
# 1 that broke in the weld metal at 53,350 must be rejected for being under 55,000.

49. Bend test results shown on PQR EM2-1 are:

A) Acceptable
B) Unacceptable, wrong type of bend specimen was used
C) Unacceptable, because multiple specimens are required
D) Unacceptable, because of an insufficient number of bend specimens

Answer: B … ASME IX, Table QW-451.1 & QW-160  Four SIDE bends required
 API 570 EXAM D, Part 1 (50 OPEN BOOK Q & A)
50. Does the WPS show the maximum base metal thickness range that could be
qualified by the PQR EM2-1?

A) Yes
B) No, it should be 3/16 inch to 1.25 inches
C) No, it should be 3/16 inch to 2.50 inches
D) No, it should be 3/16 inch to 8.00 inches

Answer: C … ASME IX, Table QW-451.1  Big T column for WPS qualified range

END OF API HOT DOG (OPEN BOOK 50

Q&A)

2 Bonus Qs  KNOW GTAW RULES

ALSO
(Know 10 SMAW Essential
Variables QW-253)
51. Does the PQR properly qualify the WPS regarding PWHT requirements?

A) Yes
B) Yes, but only because the thickness range covers the entire WPS range
C) No, because the PQR does not show evidence that PWHT was performed
D) No, because the PQR does not cover the lower transformation temperature range

Answer: C … ASME IX, Table QW-253 Table (SMAW) & QW-407.1  PWHT rules

52. Does the PQR properly qualify the WPS regarding Preheat requirements?

A) Yes, the preheat on the PQR covers all ASME IX rules for WPS application
B) Yes, but only because the interpass temperature range is required for P-No 1
C) No, because PQR preheat temps were performed outside of essential variable limits
D) Neither no or yes because there is still an outstanding issue to be resolved in writing

Answer: A … ASME IX, Table QW-253 Table (SMAW) & QW-406.1  Preheat rules
See WPS & PQR-EM2-1 Next 4 pages (Qs 48 –
52)
API 570 EXAM D, PART 2, 100 CLOSED
BOOK Q & A
1. Temporary piping repairs may remain for an indefinite period of time if they are
approved and documented by the:

A) Authorized Piping Inspector

B) Manager of Maintenance
C) Operations Manager
D) Piping Engineer

Answer: D … API 570, Para. 8.1.4.1, last sentence in Paragraph, API 570 Pg 52!

2. Which of the following is NOT a required marking on an ASME B16.5 flange or

flanged fitting?

A) Temperature range B) Pressure class rating

C) Material specification D) Manufacturer’s name or marking

Answer: A … ASME B16.5, Para. 4.2.1, 4.2.2.a/b/c, 4.2.3, and 4.2.5 = Not Req’d

3. Welders who qualify with one filler metal are qualified to weld with any filler
metal having the same:

A) F–number B) P–number
C) A–number D) A–number & P–number

Answer: A … API 577, Para. 7.3, 2nd Para.  ASME IX, Table QW-432 (F-Nos)

4. A fillet-welded external patch installed over a piping system defect:

A) Is considered a permanent repair B) Must be designed by a piping engineer

C) Does not require rounded corners D) Is designed without using joint efficiency

Answer: B … API 570, Para. 8.1.4.1, First sentence … A/C/D are false statements

5. Which of the following must be included in the PQR?

A) Certification signature and date B) Electrode trade name

C) Current revision and date D) Base metal thickness range

Answer: A … API 577, Para. 6.4.2.v … Also stated in Body of Knowledge Part 2
Note: Items B/C/D are found in a WPS and must be a part of the WPS  6.4.1.e/j/r
HIGHLIGHT Para. 6.4.1 & 6.4.2 and expect closed book questions such as these!
API 570 EXAM D, PART 2, 100 CLOSED
BOOK Q & A
6. When the MAWP is recalculated for the continued use of a piping system, the
wall thickness to be used is the:

A) Actual thickness
B) Actual thickness minus the estimated corrosion loss before the next inspection
C) Actual thickness minus the discovered corrosion loss since the previous inspection
D) Actual thickness minus 2 times the estimated corrosion loss before a next inspection

Answer: D … API 570, Para. 7.2 … MAWP calculation rules for t  See Table 4

7. TML readings on a piping system indicate that a corrosion rate has increased.
The Inspector’s most appropriate response is to:

A) Recalculate the inspection interval of the system

B) Recalculate the piping circuit average corrosion rate
C) Schedule the next inspection within six months (very soon)
D) Report this change in condition to the Maintenance Supervisor

Answer: A … API 570, Para. 7.1.1, Last Para.  LT & ST corrosion rates should be
compared to see which results in shortest RL as part of the data assessment!

8. The structure of a deposited weld is akin (similar or has much in common) to:

A) Hot-formed metal B) Forging

C) Casting D) Heat-treated metal

Answer: C … API 577, Sect. 10.2, Para. 3  The structure of metals

9. When prioritizing piping systems for PMI testing, which of these is the most
important?

A) Likelihood of material mix-up during construction

B) Cost of the PMI testing program
C) Accessibility of piping segments
D) Process unit downtime schedule

Answer: A … API 578, Sect. 4.3.3, Item a … a/b/c/d  Highlight API 578 section

10. According to API 570, owner/user shall maintain piping records that are:

A) Consistent B) Temporary
C) Clear and concise D) Permanent and progressive

Answer: D … API 570, 7.6.1

 API 570 EXAM D, PART 2, 100 CLOSED BOOK Q & A
11. A piping system installed in January 1993 (initial thickness 0.320 in.)
In January 2004, a thickness of 0.200 in. was recorded just prior to a change of service in
the piping system as reported to the Corrosion Specialist by the Inspector, who was told
to expect a significant decrease in the corrosion rate. The next thickness in January 2009
measured 0.180 inches. What corrosion rate shall be used for this line and, given this
information, the Retirement thickness of 0.150 inches will be reached on:
A) Corrosion rate almost 9 MPY & retirement thickness will be reached by Jan 2012
B) Corrosion rate almost 9 MPY & retirement thickness will be reached by Jan 2013
C) Corrosion rate of 4 MPY & retirement thickness will be reached by July 2015
D) Corrosion rate of 4 MPY & retirement thickness will be reached by July 2016
Answer: D … API 570, Para. 7.1.1.1 (Last Para) & Corr Rate (ST & LT) & RL Calcs
Solution: The authorized inspector, in consultation with a corrosion specialist,
shall select the corrosion rate that best reflects the current process (last
paragraph of Section 7.1.1) … In this case, the ST corrosion rate should be
selected which = 4 mils per year (7.5 years of RL exist)
LT = .32 - .18 = .14 lost in 16 yrs, so .14 (140 mils) ÷ 16 = .00875 (8.75 mils/year)
ST = .20 - .18 = .02 lost in 5 yrs, so .02 (20 mils) ÷ 5 = .004 (4.0 mils/year)
RL = .18 - .15 = .03 (30 mils remaining life) ÷ .004 (4.0 mils/year) = 7.5 years
January 2009 + 7.5 years = July 2016 = Answer D
12. To which of the following fluid services does API 570 specifically apply?
A) Category D fluid services as defined in ASME B31.3
B) Raw, intermediate, and finished petroleum products
C) Hydrocarbons and utility streams
D) Steam and steam condensate
Answer: B … API 570, Para. 1.2.1 & 1.2.1.a
13. A CS piping circuit in caustic that was originally stress-relieved:
A) Should be examined at twice the interval of non-stress-relieved systems
B) Should be checked for cracking with magnetic-particle testing
C) Requires Brinnell Hardness test at the 1st inspection interval
D) Should never be hammer tested
Answer: A … API 574, Para. 10.6  hammer test = outdated Q from earlier 574
editions = general knowledge
14. When a buried pipe is found to have satisfactory monitoring of the cathodic
protection system, excavation of the pipe at the surface interface is required IF:
A) Caulking or seal at the interface has deteriorated
B) Piping has been in service for 10 years
C) Coating or wrapping is damaged
D) Caulking has hardened
Answer: C … API 570, Table 2 Note B & API 574, Par. 7.4.5  2 Rules …
CP RULE = If the coating or wrapping is damaged, then we excavate/investigate
NO CP RULE = caulking/seal deterioration + pipe is 10 years old = excavate/invest

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BOOK Q & A
15. A piping system carrying a flammable petroleum process fluid may be
categorized as a Class 3 system if it contains:
A) A finished product being pumped at a remote booster station
B) On-site Naphtha with no Hydrogen Sulfide
C) Waste gas used to fuel an on-site heater
D) Anhydrous Hydrogen Chloride
Answer: A … API 570, Para. 6.3.4.4  570 KEY WORK “REMOTE” = Category 3 
16. Which of these do not need to be considered when specifying piping for
original installation?
A) Stresses caused by other loadings B) API 570 standard classification
C) Corrosion allowance D) Threading
Answer: B … API 570, Para. 1.1.1  570 applies to piping placed inservice
17. Welder’s Performance Qualification Record documents:
A) That the weldment provides the required mechanical properties
B) The suitability of a weld process for a given service
C) The ability of a manufacturer to control a welder
D) The welder’s ability to make sound welds
Answer: D … API 577, Para. 8.1 (First Sentence) & ASME IX, QW-100.2
18. The most common manifestation* (*how it appears) of the damage mechanism
known as boiler water condensate corrosion is:
A) Corrosion fatigue cracking B) Pitting
C) Smooth grooving of pipe walls D) Ruptures
Answer: B … API 571, Para. 4.3.5.5.a
19. A Class 1 piping system has had its service changed to carry a non-corrosive
inert gas with an extremely low potential for a safety emergency in the event of a
leak. In this case of service change, the Inspector should:
A) Continue to monitor TMLs (CMLs) on this system as it was originally set up
B) Reduce the monitoring frequency of TMLs (CMLs) to Class 2 requirements
C) Reduce the monitoring frequency of TMLs (CMLs) to Class 3 requirements
D) Eliminate all TMLs (CMLs) on this system
Answer: D … API 570, Para. 5.6.3 (Eliminate CML rule item a)
20. An external visual inspection of aboveground piping should always include:
A) Stripping insulation for corrosion-under-insulation (CUI) inspections
B) Thickness measurements at all selected inspection points
C) Bellows expansion joints and pipe hangers
D) Checking for fugitive emissions
Answer: C … API 570, Para. 5.5.4 (2nd & 3rd Paragraphs)

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BOOK Q & A
21. Which of the following materials should be hydrotested with potable water or
steam condensate?

A) Monel
B) Carbon steel
C) Stainless steel
D) Low Alloy steel (5%Cr – ½ Mo)

Answer: C … API 570, Para. 5.8.1 (2nd Paragraph … 50 ppm chloride rule also)

22. An imperfection exceeding the acceptable criteria is known as a/an:

A) Flaw B) Defect
C) Discontinuity D) Indication

Answer: B … API 570, Para. 3.1.17  Definition of Defect

23. During radiographic examination of a weld, a wire-type IQI shall be placed:

A) Adjacent to the weld so that the length of the wire is perpendicular to the weld
B) Adjacent to the weld so that the length of the wire is parallel to the weld
C) On the weld so that the length of the wire is perpendicular to the weld
D) On the weld so that the length of the wire is parallel to the weld

Answer: C … API 577, Para. 9.8.2.a, ASME V, Art 2, T-277.1.d  Know Hole type!

24. Local PWHT in lieu of 360° banding may be considered for piping repairs
under all of these conditions except when the:

A) Pipe diameter exceeds 12 NPS

B) Pipe wall thickness exceeds ½ inch
C) Material Chrome content exceeds 12%
D) PWHT is being done for environmental cracking resistance

Answer: D … API 570, Para. 8.2.3.3.f

25. Which of the following best describes the term undercut?

A) An incomplete bonding between the parent metal and filler metal under the weld
B) A lack of fusion under the cap that appears as a “cut” on a radiographic image
C) A groove melted into the base metal adjacent to weld toe or weld root
D) Incomplete filling of the weld root

Answer: C … API 577, Definition of Undercut (QW-480 ASME IX Definitions also)

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BOOK Q & A
26. New connections installed on existing piping systems shall always be:

A) Located downstream from any control valves

B) Designed per the applicable code
C) Considered alterations
D) 100% radiographed

Answer: B … API 570, Para. 8.2.4 (2nd Para, 2nd Sentence) Repair rule for design

27. Which of the following techniques is most effective in finding process fouling
or pluggage in pipes?

A) Acoustic emission B) Radiographic testing

C) Eddy-current testing D) Ultrasonic testing

Answer: B … API 570, Para. 5.5.8* (2nd Sentence) *Many rules for Supplemental
Inspections in this Para. … RT up to 12 NPS, then UT scanning, etc!

28. Under which circumstance may a welder be qualified by a production weld

instead of a qualification test coupon?

A) When minimum 6 inches of welder’s first production weld pass a specified RT exam
B) When a coupon is removed from a production weld and mechanically tested
C) When a welder has welded with a specific process within past 12 months
D) Under no circumstance my a welder qualify by this method

Answer: A … API 570, Par. 5.8.1 & ASME IX, QW-304.1  3 ways to qualify welder
and you must know the number & types of bend tests as per Table QW-452.1 

29. All of these are appropriate for measuring skin temp of hot spots EXCEPT:

A) Hand-held pyrometer B) High-temp ultrasonics

B) Temperature-indicating paint D) Portable thermocouples
Answer: B … API 574, PARA. 10.1.8.2 (THIRD SENTENCE) (Supp. Insp is covered
in API 570, Para. 5.5.8)  You MUST expect supplemental Insp. Qs like these

30. A PQR test uses SMAW process to weld on a 5/8 inch thick plate. Maximum
thickness of production weld qualified is:

A) 5/8 inch B) 1 inch

C) 1-1/4 inches D) 1-3/4 inches

Answer: C … ASME IX, Table QW-451.1 … Usually open book Q, know the 2T rule

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BOOK Q & A
31. Under which of these circumstances must a welder requalify?

A) When a welder’s foreman discovers the welder is not making acceptable welds
B) When a welder has not welded with same P-No in the previous three months
C) When a welder has not worked as a welder for the previous two months
D) When a welder has not requalified within the past twelve months

Answer: D … API 577, Par. 8.2 (KNOW MAJOR RULES) & ASME IX, QW-322.1.a …
In this case, SIX-MONTH RULE APPLIES … A is arguably also correct because of
the REASON TO QUESTION HIS ABILITY RULE … But the reason MAY NOT be
his ability … It may be equipment or a variety of other reasons  D = Best answer

32. The extent of verification of materials used for repairs or alterations of alloy
systems is determined by the:

A) Material supplier B) Repair Organization

C) Owner/User D) Piping Engineer

Answer: C … API 570, Para. 5.9 (Third Sentence)  Owner/user has three options

33. Measurements from inspection of Class 3 pipe reveal actual metal thickness
of 0.350 inches. Calculated minimum thickness is 0.250 inches. If the corrosion
rate is 0.0025 inches/year, the NEXT thickness measurement inspection is due in:

A) 3 years B) 5 years C) 10 years D) None of these

Answer: C … API 570, Para. 6.3.3 & Table 2 (Should state NO RBI … old question)
Solution: Use the Lesser of ½ RL or Table 2 Value for UT Class 3 (which is 10
yrs) .350 - .250 = .100 mils RL ÷ 0.0025 loss/yr = 40 yrs RL = ½ RL = 20 years 
Use 10
34. Which 2 positions qualify a welder for all positions when welding 8-inch pipe?

A) 2G and 5G B) 1G and 3G
C) 1G and 2G D) 2G and 3G

Ans: A … ASME IX, QW-303 sends you to TABLE QW-469.1 (MUST KNOW TABLE)
YOU MUST KNOW … “6G” RULE & “2G+5G” RULE & “24 NPS RULE PIPE/PLATE
… SO BE SURE TO HIGHLIGHT ALL CRITICAL TABLES IN ASME IX

35. Which of the following valves would make “pigging” impossible?

A) Gate B) Globe C) Slide D) Ball

Answer: B … API 574, Para. 4.3.2 & Figures 4.1/2/3/4 … MUST KNOW Valve basics
& CHECK VALVE Q IN API 570, Section 5.10 … Expect exam Q about valve basics

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BOOK Q & A
36. An alternative or supplement to the inspection of buried piping is leak testing
(using a liquid). At what percentage greater than a maximum operating pressure
should this test be conducted?

A) 5% B) 10% C) 25% D) 50%

Answer: B … API 570, Para. 9.3.7 (1st Sentence) … 10% Rule … must also know
the 5% pressure decrease over 4 hours rule … Expect exam Q from this Para

37. The ASME IX A-number is based on:

A) The group of base metals having specified impact testing requirements

B) The weldability characteristics of a group of metal alloys
C) The chemical composition of the deposited weld metal
D) The chemical composition of the electrode

Answer: C … API 577, Section 7.5 (2nd Sentence), & ASME IX QW-442 & Table 
Answer B is correct for P-numbers … Expect these types Qs on real API exams!!!

38. In pipe caps, corroded areas evidenced by local thinning:

A) May be ignored if in small-bore piping

B) May be ignored if they make up less than 10% of the total area
C) May be evaluated in accordance with the principles outlined in API 579
D) Are considered insignificant if they do not decrease cap t by more than ½ original “t”

Answer: C … API 570, Para. 7.4.a.2 (579 Section 5) … Expect an API 579 answer
on your 570 exam  … A, B & D are nonsense answers!!!
39. Inspection reports shall document the:

A) Type of equipment used to calibrate the inspection equipment

B) Manufacturer of the ultrasonic equipment used
C) Results of the previous inspection and/or test
D) Date of the next scheduled inspection

Ans: D … API 570, Para. 7.6.2.b (EXAMPLE OF INSPECTION REPORT) … Expect

exam Qs about types of records (permanent and progressive) & Insp report rules

40. ASME IX assigns base metals a P-Number category in order to reduce the
number of required:

A) WPQs B) PQRs C) WPSs D) None of these

Ans: B … API 577, Section 7.2 (Must know these hi-lited items in Section 7) & also
that ASME IX, QW-422 table lists P-Numbers & Tensile values & is quick to use!!!

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BOOK Q & A
41. Insert flush patch repairs are:
A) Allowed for Class 1 & 2 piping systems if welds receive 100% RT or suitable UT
B) Allowed for Class 1 & 2 piping systems if welds receive MT or PT exams
C) Not allowed for Class 1 & 2 piping systems
D) Not allowed for Class 1 piping systems

Ans: A … API 570, Para. 8.1.4.2.b (KNOW 3 RULES or a/b/c on FLUSH PATCHES)

42. The PMI testing program within a warehouse:

A) Requires dismantling of valves to test individual parts
B) Requires testing a part of every alloy component received
C) Is a cost-effective alternative to PMI testing of fabricated piping systems
D) Should not be regarded as an alternative to PMI testing of fabricated piping systems

Answer: D … API 570, Para. 5.9  API 578, Sect. 4.4.2 (last sentence in 2nd Para)
and you should know warehouse PMI on piping components ONLY supplements
Fabrication welding PMI on completed welds when welding composition = critical

43. After each inspection or significant change in operating conditions, the:

A) Corrosion Engineer must be notified
B) Inspection intervals must be adjusted
C) Authorized piping inspector must be notified
D) Inspection intervals must be reviewed and adjusted as needed

Ans: D … API 570, Para. 6.3.3 (Last Para, 1st sent) MUST KNOW = MAJOR RULE
44. A repair to a crack can be considered IF:
A) A weld groove completely removes defect and is then filled with weld metal deposit
B) The piping component is hydrotested to 150% of the maximum allowable pressure
C) A full encirclement welded split sleeve is installed as per API 570 rules
D) A box-type enclosure is installed

Ans: A … API 570, Para. 8.1.4.2 (First Paragraph/1st sent) MUST KNOW = WHAT IS
TEMPORARY & WHAT IS PERMANENT REPAIR & MUST KNOW ALL OF ANNEX C

45. After welding is completed, a pressure test should be performed if practical

and deemed necessary by the:

A) Inspector
B) Piping engineer
C) Owner/user & the piping engineer
D) Owner/user’s inspection carrier & the piping engineer

Answer: A … API 570, Para. 8.2.7 (First Para/1st sent) MUST KNOW THIS RULE

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BOOK Q & A
46. ASNT recommended Practice SNT-TC-1A is a:

A) Manual covering nondestructive examination (NDE) safety procedures

B) Procedure for the visual examination of piping systems
C) Document covering NDE personnel qualifications
D) Document covering NDE procedures

Answer: C … API 570, Sect 2 Reference/Para. 4.3.5.2 & ASME V … MUST KNOW

47. When performing liquid penetrant examination of stainless-steel weld joints,

which of the following is correct when verifying acceptable penetrant materials?

A) Verify certifications of penetrant and developer materials for chlorine/fluorine content

B) Verify certifications of penetrant and developer materials for lead and contaminants
C) Check (verify) the material containers for proper identification and batch numbers
D) Check (verify) the material containers for an indication of the VOC content

Answer: A … API 570, Para. 5.7.2.b  ASME V, Art. 6, T-641 & rules in Mandatory
Appendix II in Part II-610/642/690 covering the rules for PT material certifications

48. When inaccessibility prevents placing IQIs manually on the source side of a
weld being radiographed, what identification is placed on a radiograph to indicate
that film-side IQIs were used?
A) Letters IQI B) Letter B C) Letter F D) Letters FSP

Answer: C … API 570, Para. 5.7.2.c  ASME V, Art. 2, T-277.1.b (Lead letter F rule)

49. Vertical supports constructed of pipe components should be checked to

determine if they are filled with water, because water inside a support may cause:

A) Internal corrosion of the support B) Internal corrosion of the process pipe

C) External corrosion of the support D) Additional stress to be placed on a support

Answer: A … API 570, Para. 5.5.4 (2nd Paragraph)  External Inspection Question

50. The recommended MAXIMUM inspection interval at an injection point for

thickness measurement for an injection point circuit is:

A) 3 years or ½ remaining life, whichever is less

B) 5 years or ½ remaining life, whichever is less
C) 10 years or ½ remaining life, whichever is less
D) None of these are correct because it is determined by piping classification

Answer: A … API 570, Section 6, Table 2  3 years rule

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BOOK Q & A
51. A metal thickness reading of 0.220 inches was obtained on June 1, 2006. The
baseline reading for the thickness measurement location (TML) was 0.250 inches
on May 31, 2000. The corrosion rate is:

A) 0.003 inches per year (3 MPY) B) 0.005 inches per year (5 MPY)
C) 0.006 inches per year (6 MPY) D) 0.010 inches per year (10 MPY)

Answer: B … API 570, Section 7.1  Corrosion rate formula

52. The responsibility for qualifying repair welders is restricted to the:

A) Welding Qualification Test Company employed by the owner/user

B) Owner/user of the site where the repaired equipment will be used
C) Contractor or manufacturer employing the welder
D) Welder’s supervisor

Answer: C … API 577, 2nd last sentence in Para 8.1 & ASME IX, QW-300.2(a)

53. Environmental cracking noted during an in-service examination of welds

should be assessed by the:

A) Certified Welding Inspector B) Non-destructive examiner

C) Piping Inspector D) Piping Engineer

Answer: D … API 570. Para. 5.11, 4th paragraph (top of pg 35)  Follows API 579

54. What is the cause for rejection of the “B” image on a film due to excessive
backscatter?

A) Light image of the Letter B

B) Dark image of the Letter B
C) Any image of the Letter B
D) No image of the Letter B

Answer: A … API 577 Para. 9.8.9.4  Light image of B on a dark background

55. Which inspection method is most appropriate for detecting chloride stress
corrosion cracking in austenitic stainless-steel piping systems?

A) Longitudinal wave ultra-Sonics

B) Dry magnetic particle method
C) Liquid Penetrant
D) Radiography

Answer: C … API 571, Para. 4.5.1.7.b

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BOOK Q & A
56. Soil-to-air interface inspections should be included in:

A) Deadleg inspections
B) Injection point inspections
C) External piping inspections
D) Corrosion under insulation inspections

Answer: C … API 570, Para 5.5.5 & Sect 6, Table 2 & API 574, Para. 7.4.5  2 rules

57. If the corrosion rate for a piping system cannot be determined by similar
service, initial thickness measurements should be taken within:

A) 3 months B) 6 months
C) 9 months D) 1 year

Answer: A … API 570, Para 7.2.1.c  3-month rule to determine corrosion rate

58. Brittle fracture of a component is directly related to:

A) Tensile strength B) Material toughness

C) Long-term overstressing D) Number of thermal cycles

Answer: B … API 571, Para. 4.2.7.3.a.1 … 1st of 3 Critical factors

59. In-service ultrasonic testing measurements at TML points indicate thinning in

the heat-affected zone of an elbow-to-weld neck flange on an NPS 30 vapor line.
What is the best method to determine the extent of the deterioration during the
next scheduled downtime?

A) Internal inspection
B) UT A-scan of the elbow
C) Spot radiograph of the welds
D) Full radiography of the elbow

Answer: A … API 570, Para. 5.5.1 … 2nd sentence

60. Records of the welding procedures and welder qualifications used during a
repair shall be maintained by the:

A) Inspector
B) Owner/user
C) Testing Laboratory
D) Repair Organization

Answer: D … API 570, Para. 8.2.2 … 2nd Paragraph

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BOOK Q & A
61. How many welds does API 577 require to be inspected?

A) None B) All welds

C) Representative number D) 50% of welds

Answer: C … API 577, Section 1 Scope, 2nd Para … Selected by Inspection, etc

62. Acceptance of a welded repair or alteration shall include NDE in accordance

with the applicable code and:

A) B31.3 specifications
B) Owner/user specifications
C) ASME/ANSI V specifications
D) Guidelines of owner/user’s insurance carrier

Answer: B … API 570, Section 8.2.6, 1st Sentence

63. Fasteners and other components attached by threads to a piping system
should receive special attention during visual inspection, since they have a
greater potential for:

A) Corrosion fatigue
B) Brittle fracture of bolting materials
C) Chloride stress corrosion cracking
D) Replacement with improper components

Answer: D … API 570, Section 5.5.4 … Last sentence of 4th paragraph ** (2 stars)

64. Which of the following is NOT considered an effective means of cleaning the
surface of piping to be inspected for cracks?

A) Steam- out & chemical cleaning

B) High-pressure water blasting
C) Wire brushing
D) Sandblasting

Answer: A … API 572, Section 8.2 … Last Paragraph & Section 9.3.14, 9 th Para.

65. On what basis are image quality indicators selected?

A) The strength of the radiation source

B) The film type used by the radiographer
C) The alloy content of the material being radiographed
D) The thickness of base material plus weld reinforcement

Answer: D … ASME V, Art T-276 (a) & (b) … IQI reinforcement rule (Table T-276)

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BOOK Q & A
66. Which of the following is not an advantage of using radiography to determine
pipe thickness?

A) Piping insulation can remain intact during inspection

B) The cost of inspection is lower than for other methods
C) Film negatives provide a permanent record of the pipe condition
D) Isotope radiography is not an ignition source in the presence of hydrocarbons

Answer: B … API 577, Sect. 9.8.1 … Basics of RT … advantages & disadvantages

67. Surface conditions of buried pipeline paths should be visually surveyed

approximately every:

A) 6 months B) Year
C) 2 years D) 3 years

Answer: A … API 570, Section 9.3.1 … Six-month rule

68. Gasket faces of opened flanged joints should be visually inspected. Which of
these is NOT normally checked for during inspection of an open flanged joint?

A) Corrosion and other damage to the gasket surface

B) Cracking in the grooves of the ring joint flanges
C) Warpage of the gasket surfaces
D) Correct metallurgy of the flange

Answer: D … API 570, Section 5.12 … 2nd Paragraph

69. Inspection of small-bore piping (SBP) that is part of a Class 2 secondary

process system is:

A) Optional
B) Outside the scope of API 570
C) Performed at the same intervals as for Class 2 primary process piping
D) Performed at the same intervals as for Class 3 primary process piping

Answer: A … API 570, Section 6.6.1 … 2nd Paragraph

70. Appropriate engineering records should be updated when a piping system is:

A) Being inspected
B) Being repaired
C) Being rerated
D) Being tested

Answer: C … API 570, Section 8.3 … Item i

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BOOK Q & A
71. The purpose of the WPS and the PQR is to:

A) Document the welding of the test coupon and to provide the direction to the welder
B) Establish the skill of a welder and a welder’s ability to deposit sound weld metal
C) Determine the extent of weldment RT required
D) Ensure the weld is free of mechanical defects

Ans: A … API 577, Sect 6.1, 3rd Para, Pg 16 & ASME IX, QW-100.1 (1st & 5th Para.)

72. PMI testing of welding consumables should include:

A) A representative sample as specified by the piping engineer
B) A representative sample as specified by the piping inspector
C) One electrode or wire sample from each lot or package of alloy weld rod
D) A representative sample of electrodes taken at random from the container

Answer: C … API 570 Section 5.9 & API 578, Section 4.2.6

73. Evaluation of the record of the previous inspection reveals that thickness
readings and the resulting calculation were inaccurate. The corrosion rate to be
used for the next inspection period shall:

A) Be the short-term corrosion rate from the record

B) Be changed to agree with the actual corrosion rate found
C) Not be changed to actual rate found until rate is confirmed at the next inspection
D) Be the average of the short-term and long-term corrosion rates from the record

Answer: B … API 570 Section 7.1.3, 2nd Para

74. For Class 1 piping, the RBI assessment should be reviewed and approved at
intervals not to exceed:

A) 1 year B) 3 years
C) 5 years D) 10 years

Answer: C … API 570, Section 6.3.2 3rd sentence & Table 2 interval Class 1 = 5 yrs

75. Before applying hydro-test to piping systems, consideration shall be given to:

A) Piping material
B) Piping configuration
C) Supporting structure
D) Flange pressure rating

Answer: C … API 570, Section 5.8 … 4th Paragraph

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BOOK Q & A
76. The owner/user shall maintain appropriate permanent and progressive records of each
piping system covered by API 570 for all of the following items EXCEPT:

A) Piping system service, classification, identification numbers, & inspection intervals

B) Documents recording details of testing (inspector/examiner, date, types of testing, etc)
C) Results of thickness measurements & other tests, inspections, repairs (temp/permanent),
alterations, or rerating. Design information and piping drawings may be included
D) Fitness for service assessment plans and strategies
Answer = D (API 570, Par. 7.6.1)

77. When reviewing RT film, a darkened perfectly straight line can be seen in the very
center of the root pass (lightest area). The length of the line is about 75mm long. It is
likely which type of discontinuity?

A) Incomplete penetration B) Incomplete fusion

C) Wormhole porosity D) Crack
Ans: A (API 577 NDT General Knowledge) … Note 2 in API 577 RT Illustrations

78. Which of the following imperfections may appear as a dark round spots using
radiography?

A) Cracks and Incomplete Penetration

B) Porosity or Burn through
C) Slag and Incomplete fusion
D) Laminations
Answer = B … General NDE knowledge & RTFI Presentation in E-Library Folder
# 27

79. Which of these imperfections may appear as a light white spot using radiography?

A) Cracks
B) Incomplete Penetration
C) Porosity
D) Tungsten Inclusion
Answer = D … General NDE knowledge & RTFI Presentation in E-Library Folder # 27

80. Deadlegs include all of the following EXCEPT:

A) Lines with one end blanked

B) Control valve bypass lines
C) Relief valve inlet and outlet header piping
D) Sample points, drains, bleeders, and instrument connections
Answer: B (API 570, Para. 3.1.16)

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BOOK Q & A
81. Proper safety precautions shall be taken before any piping system is opened & before
some types of external inspections. In general, all these safety precautions apply except:
A) Procedure for segregating piping systems, installing blanks (blinds) & testing tightness
B) Opened piping should be isolated from all sources of harmful liquids, gases, or vapors and
purged to remove all oil and toxic or flammable gases and vapors.
C) Before starting inspection, inspection personnel should obtain permission to work in the
vicinity from operating personnel responsible for the piping system, & wear any PPE for work.
D) NDE equipment meets OSHA safety requirements for hazardous electrical equipment.
Ans = D (570, Par. 5.3.1 & 5.3.2) … NDE Equip to meet operating facility safety
reqmts Degree of difficulty = 10/10 with this question!!!

82. Injection points are sometimes subject to accelerated corrosion from normal or
abnormal operating conditions, and because of this injection points are treated as:
A) A part of the circuit that needs to be inspected regularly per API 570
requirements
B) A separate inspection circuit needing thorough inspection on a regular schedule
C) An inspection circuit covered along with On-stream inspection surveys
D) A separate part of an external inspection, similar to CUI inspection
Answer: B (API 570, 5.4.2)
83. Before performing required inspections, inspectors shall familiarize themselves
with:
A) Similar piping system repairs
B) Piping system baseline inspection results
C) Previous history of similar piping systems
D) Current Inspection Plans for the piping system
Answer: D (API 570, 5.3.5)  Review the current Inspection Plan)

84. Examples of environmental cracking include all of the following except:

A) Polythionic acid SCC of sensitized austenitic alloy steels

B) Caustic SCC (caustic embrittlement)
C) Temper Embrittlement and Creep
D) Chloride SCC of Austenitic SS
Answer: C (API 570, 5.4.1.1)

85. Typical SOURCES of moisture that cause corrosion under insulation (CUI) include:
A) Cooling Towers located downwind from Plant Prevailing winds
B) Rain, water leaks, condensation and deluge systems
C) Breaks, holes or sealant deterioration in insulation
D) Penetration locations in the insulation
Answer: B (API 574) … SOURCES, NOT CAUSES (If causes for CUI … then answer =
A)
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BOOK Q & A
86. Regarding reporting & records, Computer programs are particularly useful for all of
the following EXCEPT:
A) Storing thickness readings
B) Calculating short and long-term corrosion rates, retirement dates, MAWP, and reinspection
intervals on a test-point by test-point basis.
C) Highlighting areas of high corrosion rates & circuits overdue for inspection
D) Fitness for service assessment docs per API 581
Answer: D (API 570, Para. 7.6) … Fitness for Service Assessment docs are per API
579

87. ASME IX Mechanical Tests (Tension Tests) are used to determine the:

A) Degree of soundness and ductility of groove-weld joints

B) Ultimate strength of groove-weld joints
C) Notch toughness of the weld
D) Stress values used in calcs
Answer = B … QW-141.1

88. ASME IX Mechanical Tests (Guided-Bend Tests) are used to determine the:

A) Degree of soundness and ductility of groove-weld joints

B) Ultimate strength of groove-weld joints
C) Notch toughness of the weld
D) Stress values used in calcs
Answer = A … QW-141.2

89. ASME IX Mechanical Tests (Charpy Impact Tests) are used to determine the:

A) Degree of soundness and ductility of groove-weld joints

B) Ultimate strength of groove-weld joints
C) Notch toughness of the weld
D) Stress values used in calcs
Answer = C … QW-141.3

90. Category D Fluid Service is a service where all of the following are true EXCEPT:

A) Fluid handled is nonflammable, nontoxic, & not damaging to human

tissues
B) Design gage pressure does not exceed 1035 kPa (150 psi)
C) Design temperature is from −29°C (−20°F) through 186°C (366°F)
D) Inspection of Category D piping is not important

Answer: D (ASME B31.3 Definitions … Fluid Service)  Inspection is optional

570 EXAM D, PART 2, 100 CLOSED

BOOK Q & A
91. API 574 External Inspection Checklist for Misalignment covers all the following
except:
A) Piping Misalignment
B) Restricted Movement
C) Support misalignment
D) Expansion joint misalignment
Answer: C (API 574, Annex A – External Inspection Checklist)

92. Which of these statements are False regarding On-stream inspections per API
570?
A) On-Stream inspections may be required by the Inspection plan
B) On-stream inspections should be conducted by either an inspector or
examiner
C) The external thickness measurement inspection shall be a part of an on-
stream inspection
D) On-stream inspection work done by examiners shall be authorized &
approved by Inspector
Answer: C (API 570, Para. 5.5.2)

93. Which of these are NOT mandatory requirement(s) for re-rating a piping system?
A Current insp. records shall be reviewed to verify that piping system is
satisfactory for the proposed service conditions & an appropriate
corrosion allowance has been provided
B The piping system is checked to affirm that the required pressure relieving
devices are present, are set at appropriate pressure & have appropriate
capacity at the set pressure
C All deficiencies in the piping system must be corrected before the re-
rating is complete
D Calculations must be performed by the piping engineer or the inspector
Answer: C (API 570, 8.3)
94. Which of the following API 570 cases does requires the approval from the piping
engineer and is considered an “alteration” as defined by API 570?
A Changing out a damaged flange with a new flange of the same rating and
material
B Changing out a corroded branch connection (no required reinforcement)
C Adding a large bore branch connection requiring reinforcement
D Adding a small bore weld boss not requiring reinforcement
Answer: C (API 570, 8.1.1 & Definition in Para. 3.1) … HIGHLIGHT YOUR API 570

95. After completion of alterations or major repairs, a pressure test is:

A Normally required
B Not normally required
C Required if deemed necessary by Examiner
D Mandatory per API 570
Answer: A (API 570, 8.2.6 First Paragraph) … Normally required after alterations

570 EXAM D, PART 2, 100 CLOSED

BOOK Q & A
96. Regarding future Inspection interval determination by the Inspector, which of
these statements is not correct (False) according to the API 570 code?
A) Inspection intervals shall be reviewed/adjusted as needed after each
inspection
B) Inspection intervals shall be reviewed/adjusted as needed after a
significant operating change
C) Forms of deterioration / damage mechanisms shall be considered when
establishing intervals
D) Maximum inspection intervals as per API 570 Table 2 (Thickness,Visual)
shall be mandatory
Answer: D (API 570, 6.3.3 … Last Para.) Table 2 maximum intervals are
recommended
97. Any welding conducted on piping components in operation must be done in
accordance with this document, and Inspector shall use as a minimum “Suggested
Hot Tap Checklist” contained in this document for hot tapping performed on piping
components. Which of the following documents referenced in API 570 addresses hot
tapping?
A) API 2201 B) API 574 C) ASME B31.3 D) ASME PCC-2
Answer: A (API 570, 8.2)
98. Which of the following statements are correct?
A Soil resistivity is a measure of resistance used by drilling operations in oil
exploration and it has no connection with corrosive soil
B Soil resistivity has nothing to do with corrosiveness of soil because soil
corrosion depends on the amount of corrosive chemicals present in the
soil
C Lower soil resistivity indicates less corrosive soil
D Higher soil resistivity indicates less corrosive soil
Answer: D (API 570, 9.1.4 on Soil Resistivity) HIGHER soil resistivity indicates
LESS corrosive soil … and therefore, LOWER soil resistivity will indicate MORE
corrosive soil

99. Who shall be responsible to the owner-user for determining that the requirements
of API 570 for inspection, examination and testing are met?
A EngineerB) Inspector C) Repair Organization D) Operating
Personnel
Answer: B (API 570, Para. 4.3.4) … Authorized Piping Inspector = Inspector in API
570)
100. General types of inspection & surveillance recognized for piping systems per API
570 include all of these EXCEPT:
A) Internal visual and external visual inspections
B) On-stream and thickness measurement and supplemental inspections
C) CUI inspection and vibrating piping inspection and Injection point
inspection
D) Infrared Thermography for Hot spots, RT for fouling/plugging, Soil/Air
interface inspections
Answer: D (API 570, 5.5)  These are not general types of inspection as per API 570