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General Pressure Test Training Course

General Pressure Test Training aligned with ASME B31.3, API 570, and ASME Section VIII standards.

Course Title

General Pressure Test

Course Duration

2 Days

Competency Assessment Criteria

Practical assessment and knowledge Assessment

Training Delivery Method

Classroom (Instructor-Led)

Service Coverage

In Tamkene Training Center or On-Site: Covering Saudi Arabia (Dammam - Khobar - Dhahran - Jubail - Riyadh - Jeddah - Tabuk - Madinah - NEOM - Qassim - Makkah - Any City in Saudi Arabia) - MENA Region

Course Average Passing Rate

98%

Post Training Reporting 

Post Training Report + Candidate(s) Training Evaluation Forms

Certificate of Successful Completion

Certification is provided upon successful completion. The certificate can be verified through a QR-Code system.

Certification Provider

Tamkene Saudi Training Center - Approved by TVTC (Technical and Vocational Training Corporation)

Certificate Validity

2 Years (Extendable with additional training hours)

Instructors Languages

English / Arabic / Urdu / Hindi

Training Services Design Methodology

ADDIE Training Design Methodology

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Course Overview

This comprehensive General Pressure Test Training course provides participants with essential knowledge and practical skills required for conducting safe and effective pressure testing operations across various industrial applications. The course covers fundamental pressure testing principles along with advanced techniques for test preparation, execution, and evaluation procedures.


Participants will learn to apply ASME B31.3 Process Piping Code, API 570 Piping Inspection Code, and ASME Section VIII Pressure Vessel Code to ensure compliant and safe pressure testing operations. This course combines theoretical pressure testing concepts with hands-on practical applications and real-world case studies to ensure participants gain valuable skills applicable to their professional environment while emphasizing operational safety and regulatory compliance.

Key Learning Objectives

  • Understand pressure testing fundamentals and regulatory requirements

  • Apply appropriate pressure testing methods for different system types

  • Implement comprehensive test preparation and safety procedures

  • Execute hydrostatic and pneumatic testing operations effectively

  • Evaluate test results and identify system integrity issues

  • Develop proper documentation and reporting procedures

  • Apply risk assessment methodologies for pressure testing operations

  • Implement post-test analysis and corrective action protocols

Group Exercises

  • Test procedure development including (step-by-step methodology, safety considerations, equipment specifications)

  • Pressure calculation worksheets including (test pressure determination, safety factor application, temperature corrections)

  • Risk assessment completion including (hazard identification forms, consequence analysis, mitigation strategies)

  • Documentation preparation including (test certificates, inspection checklists, compliance verification)

Knowledge Assessment

  • Pressure testing theory evaluations including (ASME code requirements quiz, pressure calculation exercises)

  • Safety procedure assessments including (hazard identification scenarios, risk assessment completion)

  • Method selection exercises including (hydrostatic vs pneumatic decision matrices, equipment selection criteria)

  • Documentation review including (test certificate completion, inspection report preparation)

Course Outline

1. Pressure Testing Fundamentals

  • Pressure testing principles including (stress analysis, material properties, failure mechanisms)

  • Regulatory framework including (ASME B31.3, API 570, ASME Section VIII requirements)

  • Testing objectives including (leak detection, structural integrity verification, system commissioning)

  • Safety considerations including (personnel protection, environmental factors, emergency procedures)


2. Pressure Testing Methods and Selection

2.1 Hydrostatic Testing

  • Test medium selection including (water quality requirements, additive considerations, temperature effects)

  • Pressure calculation methods including (design pressure factors, safety margins, temperature corrections)

  • Equipment requirements including (pumps, gauges, recording devices, and venting systems)

  • Procedure development including (pressurization rates, hold times, inspection requirements)


2.2 Pneumatic Testing

  • Gas selection criteria including (air, nitrogen, inert gas applications)

  • Safety protocols including (pressure limitations, personnel exclusion zones, protective equipment)

  • Testing procedures including (gradual pressurization, leak detection methods, pressure monitoring)

  • Risk mitigation including (stored energy considerations, failure consequence analysis, emergency response)


3. Test Preparation and Safety Procedures

  • System preparation including (cleaning requirements, temporary modifications, isolation procedures)

  • Safety planning including (hazard identification, risk assessment, permit requirements)

  • Equipment inspection including (gauge calibration, fitting verification, safety device testing)

  • Personnel training including (role assignments, emergency procedures, communication protocols)


4. Test Execution and Monitoring

4.1 Testing Operations

  • Pressurization procedures including (staged pressure increases, hold periods, monitoring requirements)

  • Data collection including (pressure readings, temperature measurements, visual inspections)

  • Leak detection methods including (soap solution testing, acoustic methods, pressure decay analysis)

  • Monitoring protocols including (continuous observation, data recording, anomaly identification)


4.2 Test Equipment and Instrumentation

  • Pressure measurement devices including (gauges, transducers, recording equipment)

  • Pumping systems including (manual pumps, electric pumps, intensifier units)

  • Safety equipment including (relief valves, isolation valves, emergency shutdown systems)

  • Calibration requirements including (gauge accuracy, traceability, certification procedures)


5. Test Evaluation and Documentation

  • Result interpretation including (acceptance criteria, pressure stability, leak rate calculations)

  • Failure analysis including (defect identification, root cause analysis, repair recommendations)

  • Documentation requirements including (test certificates, data sheets, inspection reports)

  • Record keeping including (traceability requirements, regulatory compliance, quality assurance)


6. Specific Applications and Standards

6.1 Piping Systems Testing

  • API 570 requirements including (in-service inspection, fitness-for-service assessment, remaining life evaluation)

  • ASME B31.3 procedures including (initial testing, retest requirements, acceptance criteria)

  • Field testing considerations including (temporary piping, modification testing, tie-in procedures)

  • Special applications including (high-temperature service, corrosive environments, cyclic service)


6.2 Pressure Vessel Testing

  • ASME Section VIII requirements including (new construction testing, in-service inspection, repair verification)

  • Vessel preparation including (internal cleaning, access arrangements, temporary connections)

  • Testing procedures including (shell testing, nozzle testing, attachment verification)

  • Inspection requirements including (visual examination, dimensional checks, surface preparation)


7. Risk Assessment and Safety Management

  • Hazard identification including (pressure hazards, environmental risks, personnel exposure)

  • Risk analysis methods including (consequence assessment, probability evaluation, risk matrices)

  • Safety management systems including (permit systems, isolation procedures, emergency response)

  • Incident prevention including (barrier analysis, human factors, equipment reliability)


8. Quality Assurance and Compliance

  • Quality control procedures including (witness requirements, hold points, inspection stages)

  • Regulatory compliance including (jurisdiction requirements, code interpretations, exemption procedures)

  • Audit preparation including (documentation review, procedure verification, competency assessment)

  • Continuous improvement including (lessons learned, procedure updates, training enhancements)

Practical Assessment

  • Hydrostatic test execution including (system preparation, pressurization procedures, leak detection methods)

  • Pneumatic test simulation including (safety protocol implementation, pressure monitoring, data collection)

  • Equipment operation including (pump operation, gauge reading, calibration verification)

  • Emergency response drill including (pressure release procedures, personnel evacuation, incident reporting)

Gained Core Technical Skills

  • Pressure testing method selection and application capabilities

  • Test preparation and safety procedure implementation

  • Hydrostatic and pneumatic testing execution proficiency

  • Test result evaluation and failure analysis techniques

  • Regulatory compliance with ASME, API, and industry standards

  • Risk assessment and safety management for pressure operations

  • Quality assurance and documentation management

  • Equipment operation and calibration verification procedures

Training Design Methodology

ADDIE Training Design Methodology

Targeted Audience

  • Inspection Engineers responsible for pressure system integrity

  • Maintenance Technicians performing pressure testing operations

  • Quality Assurance Personnel overseeing testing procedures

  • Safety Officers managing pressure testing safety programs

  • Project Engineers involved in commissioning activities

  • Mechanical Engineers designing pressure systems

  • Operations Personnel responsible for system maintenance

  • Technical Supervisors overseeing pressure testing activities

Why Choose This Course

  • Comprehensive code compliance training

  • Hands-on practical testing experience

  • Industry-recognized safety protocols

  • Multi-standard regulatory coverage

  • Real-world application focus

Note

Note: This course outline, including specific topics, modules, and duration, is subject to change and also can be customized based on the specific needs and requirements of the client.

Course Outline

1. Pressure Testing Fundamentals

  • Pressure testing principles including (stress analysis, material properties, failure mechanisms)

  • Regulatory framework including (ASME B31.3, API 570, ASME Section VIII requirements)

  • Testing objectives including (leak detection, structural integrity verification, system commissioning)

  • Safety considerations including (personnel protection, environmental factors, emergency procedures)


2. Pressure Testing Methods and Selection

2.1 Hydrostatic Testing

  • Test medium selection including (water quality requirements, additive considerations, temperature effects)

  • Pressure calculation methods including (design pressure factors, safety margins, temperature corrections)

  • Equipment requirements including (pumps, gauges, recording devices, and venting systems)

  • Procedure development including (pressurization rates, hold times, inspection requirements)


2.2 Pneumatic Testing

  • Gas selection criteria including (air, nitrogen, inert gas applications)

  • Safety protocols including (pressure limitations, personnel exclusion zones, protective equipment)

  • Testing procedures including (gradual pressurization, leak detection methods, pressure monitoring)

  • Risk mitigation including (stored energy considerations, failure consequence analysis, emergency response)


3. Test Preparation and Safety Procedures

  • System preparation including (cleaning requirements, temporary modifications, isolation procedures)

  • Safety planning including (hazard identification, risk assessment, permit requirements)

  • Equipment inspection including (gauge calibration, fitting verification, safety device testing)

  • Personnel training including (role assignments, emergency procedures, communication protocols)


4. Test Execution and Monitoring

4.1 Testing Operations

  • Pressurization procedures including (staged pressure increases, hold periods, monitoring requirements)

  • Data collection including (pressure readings, temperature measurements, visual inspections)

  • Leak detection methods including (soap solution testing, acoustic methods, pressure decay analysis)

  • Monitoring protocols including (continuous observation, data recording, anomaly identification)


4.2 Test Equipment and Instrumentation

  • Pressure measurement devices including (gauges, transducers, recording equipment)

  • Pumping systems including (manual pumps, electric pumps, intensifier units)

  • Safety equipment including (relief valves, isolation valves, emergency shutdown systems)

  • Calibration requirements including (gauge accuracy, traceability, certification procedures)


5. Test Evaluation and Documentation

  • Result interpretation including (acceptance criteria, pressure stability, leak rate calculations)

  • Failure analysis including (defect identification, root cause analysis, repair recommendations)

  • Documentation requirements including (test certificates, data sheets, inspection reports)

  • Record keeping including (traceability requirements, regulatory compliance, quality assurance)


6. Specific Applications and Standards

6.1 Piping Systems Testing

  • API 570 requirements including (in-service inspection, fitness-for-service assessment, remaining life evaluation)

  • ASME B31.3 procedures including (initial testing, retest requirements, acceptance criteria)

  • Field testing considerations including (temporary piping, modification testing, tie-in procedures)

  • Special applications including (high-temperature service, corrosive environments, cyclic service)


6.2 Pressure Vessel Testing

  • ASME Section VIII requirements including (new construction testing, in-service inspection, repair verification)

  • Vessel preparation including (internal cleaning, access arrangements, temporary connections)

  • Testing procedures including (shell testing, nozzle testing, attachment verification)

  • Inspection requirements including (visual examination, dimensional checks, surface preparation)


7. Risk Assessment and Safety Management

  • Hazard identification including (pressure hazards, environmental risks, personnel exposure)

  • Risk analysis methods including (consequence assessment, probability evaluation, risk matrices)

  • Safety management systems including (permit systems, isolation procedures, emergency response)

  • Incident prevention including (barrier analysis, human factors, equipment reliability)


8. Quality Assurance and Compliance

  • Quality control procedures including (witness requirements, hold points, inspection stages)

  • Regulatory compliance including (jurisdiction requirements, code interpretations, exemption procedures)

  • Audit preparation including (documentation review, procedure verification, competency assessment)

  • Continuous improvement including (lessons learned, procedure updates, training enhancements)

Why Choose This Course?

  • Comprehensive code compliance training

  • Hands-on practical testing experience

  • Industry-recognized safety protocols

  • Multi-standard regulatory coverage

  • Real-world application focus

Note: This course outline, including specific topics, modules, and duration, is subject to change and also can be customized based on the specific needs and requirements of the client.

Practical Assessment

  • Hydrostatic test execution including (system preparation, pressurization procedures, leak detection methods)

  • Pneumatic test simulation including (safety protocol implementation, pressure monitoring, data collection)

  • Equipment operation including (pump operation, gauge reading, calibration verification)

  • Emergency response drill including (pressure release procedures, personnel evacuation, incident reporting)

Course Overview

This comprehensive General Pressure Test Training course provides participants with essential knowledge and practical skills required for conducting safe and effective pressure testing operations across various industrial applications. The course covers fundamental pressure testing principles along with advanced techniques for test preparation, execution, and evaluation procedures.


Participants will learn to apply ASME B31.3 Process Piping Code, API 570 Piping Inspection Code, and ASME Section VIII Pressure Vessel Code to ensure compliant and safe pressure testing operations. This course combines theoretical pressure testing concepts with hands-on practical applications and real-world case studies to ensure participants gain valuable skills applicable to their professional environment while emphasizing operational safety and regulatory compliance.

Key Learning Objectives

  • Understand pressure testing fundamentals and regulatory requirements

  • Apply appropriate pressure testing methods for different system types

  • Implement comprehensive test preparation and safety procedures

  • Execute hydrostatic and pneumatic testing operations effectively

  • Evaluate test results and identify system integrity issues

  • Develop proper documentation and reporting procedures

  • Apply risk assessment methodologies for pressure testing operations

  • Implement post-test analysis and corrective action protocols

Knowledge Assessment

  • Pressure testing theory evaluations including (ASME code requirements quiz, pressure calculation exercises)

  • Safety procedure assessments including (hazard identification scenarios, risk assessment completion)

  • Method selection exercises including (hydrostatic vs pneumatic decision matrices, equipment selection criteria)

  • Documentation review including (test certificate completion, inspection report preparation)

Targeted Audience

  • Inspection Engineers responsible for pressure system integrity

  • Maintenance Technicians performing pressure testing operations

  • Quality Assurance Personnel overseeing testing procedures

  • Safety Officers managing pressure testing safety programs

  • Project Engineers involved in commissioning activities

  • Mechanical Engineers designing pressure systems

  • Operations Personnel responsible for system maintenance

  • Technical Supervisors overseeing pressure testing activities

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