Upon Further Inspection
Upon Further Inspection, the mechanical integrity podcast, uses engaging interviews to celebrate the people, stories, and real-world industrial reliability experiences.
Every episode explores topics that matter most to professionals in oil & gas, refining, petrochemical, and other process industries. Through in-depth conversations with industry experts, we discuss themes like continuous improvement, safety, technology advancements, compliance, risk-based inspection, and professional growth.
Upon Further Inspection
Episode 15 - Getting a Good DMR (featuring Clay White)
We’re excited to welcome Clay White to the podcast!
In this episode, Clay shares personal experiences and incidents that fueled his dedication to improving industry safety standards. He reflects on historical events, including the polypropylene reactor leak, and how these shaped his approach to safety. The conversation explores challenges in data management, the critical role of Damage Mechanism Reviews (DMRs), and limitations of inspection technologies. Clay also highlights common industry hurdles, such as ineffective RBI implementation and the need for careful planning when transitioning IDMS platforms. Tune in for insights on best practices, emerging trends in inspection, and the ongoing evolution of Risk-Based Inspection programs.
If you missed Part 1 of our discussion with Clay White, catch up here or wherever you get your podcasts.
00:22 Motivation and Early Career
01:06 Significant Incident and Lessons Learned
05:21 Discussion on Industry Failures and Data Analysis
10:40 Best Practices for Mechanical Integrity
18:44 Challenges in Changing IDMS Programs
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Episode Acronyms & Abbreviations
AFPM – National Petrochemical & Refiners Association (USA)
API RBI – Desktop RBI software available through Equity Software
CCDs – Corrosion Control Documents
CML – Condition Monitoring Location
DMR – Damage Mechanism Review
EPRI – Electric Power Research Institute
HTHA – High-Temperature Hydrogen Attack
IDMS – Inspection Data Management System
IOW – Integrity Operating Windows
MI – Mechanical Integrity
MOC – Management of Change
PCMS – Mechanical Integrity Software available through MISTRAS
PRDs – Pressure Relief Devices
RBI – Risk-based Inspection
UT – Ultrasonic Testing
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