An Intensive 5-day Training Course
Aboveground Storage Tank Inspection, Integrity &
API 653 Compliance
Advanced Internal & External Tank Inspection, Damage Assessment, Repair Evaluation & Reliability Improvement
API 653 Compliance
CLASSROOM DATES
INTRODUCTION
This intensive 5-day training course is designed to provide engineers, inspectors, maintenance personnel, and integrity professionals with advanced knowledge and practical skills related to Aboveground Storage Tank (AST) inspection in accordance with API 653, API 650, API 579, and related international standards.
The course focuses on tank integrity management, inspection planning, corrosion assessment, non-destructive examination (NDE), settlement evaluation, repair methodologies, and risk mitigation for storage tanks operating in refineries, terminals, petrochemical plants, power plants, and industrial facilities.
The training is developed based on API 653 requirements for inspection, repair, alteration, and reconstruction of storage tanks. It also incorporates real industrial inspection practices and case studies from actual tank inspection reports, including corrosion mapping, bottom inspection, MFL scanning, settlement evaluation, and leak path analysis.
TRAINING OBJECTIVES
Upon completion of EuroMaTech’s Aboveground Storage Tank Inspection, Integrity & API 653 Compliance training course, the participants will demonstrate important skills and will be:
- Understand API 653 inspection requirements and tank integrity principles
- Perform internal and external tank inspections effectively
- Evaluate tank corrosion, settlement, defects, and remaining life
- Apply NDE techniques including UT, MFL, vacuum box, and visual inspection
- Assess repair, alteration, and fitness-for-service requirements
- Improve tank reliability, environmental protection, and operational safety
- Prepare inspection reports, repair recommendations, and integrity documentation
- Support API 653 certification preparation and field inspection activities
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
This Aboveground Storage Tank Inspection, Integrity & API 653 Compliance training course is suitable for a wide range of technical professionals, but will be particularly beneficial to:
- Tank Inspectors and API 653 Candidates
- Mechanical, Inspection, and Integrity Engineers
- Reliability and Maintenance Engineers
- Corrosion and Materials Engineers
- HSE and Risk Management Personnel
- Tank Farm Supervisors and Terminal Engineers
- QA/QC Engineers and NDT Personnel
- Asset Integrity and RBI Specialists
TRAINING METHODOLOGY
This EuroMaTech training course will be delivered through:
- Interactive presentations and technical discussions
- Real API 653 inspection reports and case studies
- Practical tank inspection examples and defect analysis
- Inspection checklist workshops and calculations
- Videos, diagrams, and tank damage illustrations
- Group exercises and troubleshooting sessions
- Hands-on interpretation of corrosion maps and inspection data
TRAINING SUMMARY
EuroMaTech's Aboveground Storage Tank Inspection, Integrity & API 653 Compliance training course provides comprehensive practical and technical understanding of aboveground storage tank inspection and integrity management according to API 653 requirements. Participants will gain the skills required to inspect storage tanks, identify deterioration mechanisms, evaluate tank fitness-for-service, interpret inspection findings, and recommend appropriate repair solutions to ensure safe and reliable tank operation.
The course also addresses environmental protection, leak prevention, corrosion control, and operational risk reduction using real inspection scenarios and industry best practices.
TRAINING OUTLINE
Day 1: Fundamentals of Storage Tank Inspection & API 653
- Introduction to Aboveground Storage Tanks (ASTs) and Tank Components
- API 653 Scope, Definitions, Responsibilities & Compliance Requirements
- Tank Construction Basics According to API 650 & API 653
- Tank Failure Mechanisms, Corrosion Types & Common Defects
- Safety Requirements for Tank Entry, Cleaning & Inspection Activities
Day 2: External Inspection & Tank Condition Assessment
- External Visual Inspection Procedures and Checklists
- Shell, Roof, Nozzle & Foundation Inspection Techniques
- Tank Settlement Evaluation and Differential Settlement Assessment
- Corrosion Mapping, Thickness Measurement & Remaining Life Calculations
- Inspection Frequency Determination and Risk Considerations
Day 3: Internal Inspection & Bottom Integrity Assessment
- Internal Tank Inspection Planning and Preparation
- Bottom Plate Inspection Methods and Critical Zone Evaluation
- MFL/MFE Scanning, Ultrasonic Testing (UT) & Vacuum Box Testing
- Product-Side and Soil-Side Corrosion Assessment
- Interpretation of Real Bottom Corrosion Maps and Leak Path Analysis
Day 4: Tank Repairs, Alterations & Fitness-for-Service
- API 653 Repair Requirements for Shell, Roof & Bottom Plates
- Weld Defect Evaluation and Repair Acceptance Criteria
- Hot Taps, Patch Plates & Bottom Replacement Techniques
- Fitness-for-Service (FFS) Assessment Using API 579 Principles
- Hydrotesting, Leak Testing & Repair Validation Procedures
Day 5: Advanced Inspection Practices & Integrity Management
- Inspection Documentation, Reporting & Recordkeeping
- RBI Concepts and Tank Integrity Management Programs
- Cathodic Protection, Coating Systems & Corrosion Prevention
- Case Studies of Tank Failures, Leakage & Environmental Incidents
- API 653 Certification Preparation Workshop and Final Technical Review
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ACCREDITATION
EuroMaTech is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: www.NASBARegistry.org.
Euromatech is a Knowledge & Human Development Authority (KHDA) approved training institute in Dubai, licensed and approved to deliver training courses in the UAE.
The KHDA is the regulatory authority in the UAE, that oversees administering, approving, supervising, and controlling the activities of various education providers in the UAE. We are proud of our commitment to ensuring quality training courses and status as a KHDA-approved training provider.
FAQ
EuroMaTech provides a range of ISO certification and compliance training courses, including:
- ISO 9001 – Quality Management Systems Training
- ISO 45001 – Occupational Health & Safety Management Training
- ISO 14001 – Environmental Management Systems Training
These courses help organizations adopt internationally recognized standards and improve their overall performance.
To register for a training course, you can:
- Visit the EuroMaTech website, browse the available courses, and follow the online registration process.
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EuroMaTech stands out as a leader in training and professional development due to:
- 30+ years of experience delivering high-impact training courses across industries.
- Accreditations from leading institutions, ensuring top-tier course quality and recognition.
- A portfolio of thousands of training courses, serving professionals at every level.
- A focus on innovation and future-ready learning models, including blended and digital training.
- Long-term partnerships with organizations globally, ensuring sustained success through talent development.
EuroMaTech has successfully delivered thousands of training courses, with thousands of professionals from over 50 countries attending annually.
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We provide two flexible training formats to suit your preferences:
- Classroom Training: Experience in-person learning with expert instructors. Engage in interactive discussions, hands-on activities, and benefit from face-to-face networking.
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- In-House Training: We can bring our training directly to your organization, allowing for tailored sessions that address your specific needs and objectives.
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