In this episode of Upon Further Inspection, hosts Branden Stucky and Greg Alvarado discuss the concepts of qualitative and quantitative Risk-Based Inspection (RBI). 

They talk about the history of the API 581 RBI project from the early 1990s and explore how the methodologies have evolved from qualitative to quantitative approaches. The conversation highlights the benefits of both methods, the importance of systematic documentation, and the role of advancing technology in improving inspection processes. Key topics include the development of risk management tools, the transition from hand calculations to computer-based models, and the impact of RBI on damage mechanism reviews and corrosion control.

00:00 Introduction to Mechanical Integrity Podcast

00:20 Hosts Introduction and Episode Overview

00:52 Qualitative vs Quantitative RBI

01:18 Historical Context of RBI Development

03:59 Evolution of RBI and Technological Advances

06:48 Impact of RBI on Industry Practices

08:33 Documentation and Software in RBI

09:42 Future of RBI and AI Integration

12:25 Closing Remarks and Podcast Credits 

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Episode Acronyms & Abbreviations

• API - American Petroleum Institute
• CCDs - corrosion control documents
• CML - corrosion monitoring locations
• IDMS - inspection data management system
• IOWs - integrity operating windows
• JIP - joint industry project
• NDE - non-destructive examination (or evaluation)
• RBI - risk-based inspection
• TML - thickness management locations

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