Maintenance and Engineering

Risk-Based Inspection

Risk-based inspection focuses inspection effort on the equipment with the highest risk of failure and consequence. This course covers RBI principles, damage mechanisms, probability and consequence of failure, risk matrices, inspection planning, data requirements, software tools and integrating RBI with mechanical integrity programmes.

5 days Classroom or live online English

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Why attend

From knowledge to real-world impact.

Inspecting everything at fixed intervals wastes resources and may miss real risks. You will learn to plan inspection based on risk.

Workplace challenges

Professional Problems This Course Is Designed to Solve

The programme explores practical approaches to the following challenges. Results depend on how the learning is applied in your organisation.

Difficulty translating subject knowledge into practical workplace decisions.
Inconsistent approaches to the activities covered in the course outline.
Lack of a structured plan for applying and reviewing new skills.

Course methodology

How you will learn.

RBI assessment exercises, damage mechanism workshops, case studies and planning tasks.

Course objectives

What you'll take away.

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

Explain risk-based inspection principles
Identify damage mechanisms
Assess probability of failure
Assess consequence of failure
Develop risk-based inspection plans
Integrate RBI into integrity management

Target audience

Who should attend.

This course is suitable for:

Inspection and integrity engineers
Corrosion engineers
Maintenance engineers
Plant engineers
Inspection supervisors

Target competencies

Capabilities you will build.

Participants will develop competencies in:

Damage mechanism assessment
Risk analysis
Inspection planning
Data management
Integrity management

Course outline

Your learning journey.

A focused, practical outline with time to explore, apply and reflect.

Day 1RBI Principles

09:00–10:08Why RBI
10:08–11:00Standards
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Standards (continued)
11:45–12:53Methodology
12:53–14:00Exercise

Day 2Damage Mechanisms

09:00–10:08Corrosion mechanisms
10:08–11:00Cracking
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Cracking (continued)
11:45–12:53Mechanical damage
12:53–14:00Workshop

Day 3Probability of Failure

09:00–10:08Factors
10:08–11:00Inspection effectiveness
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Inspection effectiveness (continued)
11:45–12:53Calculations
12:53–14:00Exercise

Day 4Consequence of Failure

09:00–10:08Safety, environment and business
10:08–11:00Release modelling basics
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Release modelling basics (continued)
11:45–12:53Risk matrices
12:53–14:00Case study

Day 5Inspection Plans

09:00–10:08Plan development
10:08–11:00Software tools
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Software tools (continued)
11:45–12:53Programme integration
12:53–14:00Action plan

The timings provided are estimates and may vary depending on the number of participants and the discussions taking place during the sessions. They are indicative only and do not constitute a binding commitment.

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Good to know

A few things to know.

How is the course delivered?

Our classroom programmes combine facilitated discussion, case studies, exercises and reflection. The precise format will be confirmed before enrolment.

Can you deliver this programme for our team?

Yes, you can enquire about a tailored programme. Share your goals, group size and preferred dates with our learning team.

Will I receive a certificate?

Participants who complete the programme receive a Smart Horizon certificate of attendance. Smart Horizon programmes are not externally accredited and do not award a professional qualification, licence or designation. Where a course title or outline refers to a professional certification (for example, AACE International's Certified Cost Professional), the programme supports learning and preparation only; the credential itself is awarded solely by the relevant professional body under its own application and examination requirements.

What should I confirm before booking travel?

Please confirm the session, exact venue, accessibility arrangements, fees and any visa requirements with the team before arranging travel. Tentative dates are not confirmed sessions.

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