API 1169 Study Guide III Questions
with All Correct Answers
Where could an inspector find detailed info regarding test pressures and the duration of
the pressure test for a project - Answer-Site specific test procedure
Inspectors are required to make sure a plan is in place for - Answer-Rescue from a
confined space
What are some of the fall protection systems that can be used on work sites - Answer-
Barricades
This legislation covers hazardous substances, site contamination, and cleanup -
Answer-CERCLA
What is typically found on line lists - Answer-Specific agreements between the
landowner and the pipeline owner
The amount of residual air in the hydraulic test section should not exceed - Answer-5%
of the volume
When using a pressure relief valve (pop off valve) it should be set to - Answer-A
pressure just above max test pressure
Typically temperature and pressure data are recorded how often when hydro-testing -
Answer-Every 30 mins throughout the duration of the test
What info on stakes should an inspector understand - Answer-Pipeline stationing
How shall tensile strength (tensile testing) be computed - Answer-Divide the max load at
failure with the smallest cross-sectional area of the specimen
Where can pipeline locating and marking requirements be found - Answer-API 1169
Where might the inspector find landowner requirements such as the removal of
permanent fences - Answer-Line lists
What is the typical distance range between the new pipeline and other existing
structures - Answer-12" to 24"
If the pressure changes in a pipeline section being tested what other change is directly
related to this pressure change - Answer-Volume
, In the CGA best practices an icon of a green square identifies - Answer-Facility owner
What is the minimum stress relieving temperature for ferritic alloy steels - Answer-1200
F
The minimum cover required for a buried liquid pipeline running through a farmers corn
field would be - Answer-48"
Inspectors should have knowledge of OSHA 1926 Subpart P to ensure - Answer-
Ditching/excavations safety plan addresses the threat of cave in
A specimen at failure is observed to have a strength greater than or equal to the SMTS
of the pipe material and meets all soundness criteria but breaks in the weld or fusion
zone. Is the weld acceptable - Answer-Yes acceptable
What are some blasting activities that should be monitored - Answer-Permits and
precautions
Of particular interest to the inspector the following conditions should be noted - Answer-
Coating condition of the pipe
Available records (of underground facilities) should be available to all potential users
especially the - Answer-Locator
What regulation governs the safe working distances of pressure testing piping systems
with liquid petroleum, or inert gas or carbon dioxide operating at hoop stress levels >
50% of the SMYS - Answer-49 CFR 195
During handling, hauling, stringing, or storing the pipe shall not be allowed to - Answer-
Be dropped or strike objects
Inspectors should be aware of the provisions of environmental permits including? -
Answer-The different types and agency jurisdiction
Al B31.8 welders shall be requalified at least - Answer-One each year
Does an increase in minimum specified preheat temp constitute a change in an
essential variable - Answer-No but a decrease is
Notches or laminations in the ends of pipe sections shall - Answer-Not be repaired
Inspectors should be familiar with environmental requirements for crossings of
waterway crossings, water bodies, and wetlands, including - Answer-Understanding of
permit documentation requirements
with All Correct Answers
Where could an inspector find detailed info regarding test pressures and the duration of
the pressure test for a project - Answer-Site specific test procedure
Inspectors are required to make sure a plan is in place for - Answer-Rescue from a
confined space
What are some of the fall protection systems that can be used on work sites - Answer-
Barricades
This legislation covers hazardous substances, site contamination, and cleanup -
Answer-CERCLA
What is typically found on line lists - Answer-Specific agreements between the
landowner and the pipeline owner
The amount of residual air in the hydraulic test section should not exceed - Answer-5%
of the volume
When using a pressure relief valve (pop off valve) it should be set to - Answer-A
pressure just above max test pressure
Typically temperature and pressure data are recorded how often when hydro-testing -
Answer-Every 30 mins throughout the duration of the test
What info on stakes should an inspector understand - Answer-Pipeline stationing
How shall tensile strength (tensile testing) be computed - Answer-Divide the max load at
failure with the smallest cross-sectional area of the specimen
Where can pipeline locating and marking requirements be found - Answer-API 1169
Where might the inspector find landowner requirements such as the removal of
permanent fences - Answer-Line lists
What is the typical distance range between the new pipeline and other existing
structures - Answer-12" to 24"
If the pressure changes in a pipeline section being tested what other change is directly
related to this pressure change - Answer-Volume
, In the CGA best practices an icon of a green square identifies - Answer-Facility owner
What is the minimum stress relieving temperature for ferritic alloy steels - Answer-1200
F
The minimum cover required for a buried liquid pipeline running through a farmers corn
field would be - Answer-48"
Inspectors should have knowledge of OSHA 1926 Subpart P to ensure - Answer-
Ditching/excavations safety plan addresses the threat of cave in
A specimen at failure is observed to have a strength greater than or equal to the SMTS
of the pipe material and meets all soundness criteria but breaks in the weld or fusion
zone. Is the weld acceptable - Answer-Yes acceptable
What are some blasting activities that should be monitored - Answer-Permits and
precautions
Of particular interest to the inspector the following conditions should be noted - Answer-
Coating condition of the pipe
Available records (of underground facilities) should be available to all potential users
especially the - Answer-Locator
What regulation governs the safe working distances of pressure testing piping systems
with liquid petroleum, or inert gas or carbon dioxide operating at hoop stress levels >
50% of the SMYS - Answer-49 CFR 195
During handling, hauling, stringing, or storing the pipe shall not be allowed to - Answer-
Be dropped or strike objects
Inspectors should be aware of the provisions of environmental permits including? -
Answer-The different types and agency jurisdiction
Al B31.8 welders shall be requalified at least - Answer-One each year
Does an increase in minimum specified preheat temp constitute a change in an
essential variable - Answer-No but a decrease is
Notches or laminations in the ends of pipe sections shall - Answer-Not be repaired
Inspectors should be familiar with environmental requirements for crossings of
waterway crossings, water bodies, and wetlands, including - Answer-Understanding of
permit documentation requirements
