Maintenance and Inspection of Oil & Gas Storage Tanks (10 Days)

Maintenance and Inspection of Oil & Gas Storage Tanks

Introduction:

The oil and gas industry is highly active in the repair and inspection of oil and gas tanks. These activities guarantee the safety, efficiency, and economic life of storage, thus ensuring the overall upkeep of oil and gas facilities. Strict maintenance measures and procedures are employed to detect problems in advance, avoiding interruptions in operations, reducing environmental harm, and adhering to regulatory requirements.

Maintenance is crucial in the oil and gas industry and comprises various activities that require the strategies and actions of maintenance engineers, managers, and supervisors to facilitate optimal equipment operation. Storage tanks are vital components in any oil and gas establishment and require regular examination to address potential challenges before they escalate.

Inspections on tanks involve assessing design and construction, evaluating conditions and damages to gaskets, coatings, and other parts, as well as internal corrosion and leaks. Maintenance of oil and gas facilities includes not only urgent repairs but also preventative measures to enhance the reliability of these critical structures.

Objectives:

At the end of this oil and gas tank maintenance and inspection course, participants will be able to:

• Appreciate the role of oil and gas plant inspection.
• Acquire techniques for high-level oil and gas facility maintenance.
• Gain knowledge of best practices in oil and gas equipment maintenance.
• Learn the role of a maintenance engineer in the oil and gas field.
• Understand oil and gas maintenance procedures.
• Explore different aspects of maintenance in the oil and gas sector.
• Develop skills as a maintenance manager in oil and gas.
• Cultivate competencies as a maintenance supervisor in oil and gas.
• Conduct successful oil and gas inspections.
• Understand inspection practices in the oil and gas industry.
• Supervise cleaning and bulk inspection work of oil and gas tanks.
• Ensure the structural integrity of gas and oil tanks.
• Organize repairs of oil and gas storage tanks.
• Appreciate the construction requirements of storage tanks in the petroleum industry.

Training Methodology:

• Business groups
• Active learning
• Field tours
• Guest speakers
• Q&A
• Tests
• Drama techniques

Course Outline:

Unit 1: Oil and Gas Tanks

• Types of storage tanks for gas and oil in the industry.
• Role of storage facilities in the oil and gas industry.
• Design and construction standards for oil and gas tanks.
• Applications of oil and gas tanks in different production stages.
• Basic materials used in tank construction.

Unit 2: Fundamentals of Oil and Gas Plant Inspection

• Correct context for the term petroleum plant inspection.
• Benefits and importance of periodic inspections.
• Key components and systems subject to inspection.
• Types of inspections: visual, ultrasonic, and radiographic.
• Equipment and tools for plant inspection.
• Common inspection codes and regulations.

Unit 3: Oil and Gas Facility Maintenance Overview

• Types of facility maintenance in the oil and gas industry.
• Maintenance objectives: safety, reliability, and efficiency.
• Classification of maintenance strategies: reactive, preventive, predictive.
• Improving overall plant performance through maintenance.
• Maintenance planning and scheduling methods.
• Contribution of maintenance to operational downtime management.

Unit 4: Types of Maintenance in the Oil and Gas Industry

• Breakdown maintenance: meaning and application.
• Preventive management planning and performance activities.
• Predictive maintenance technologies: methods and tools.
• Corrective maintenance and performance adjustments.
• Comparing different maintenance types regarding efficiency and merits.
• Essentials for establishing a successful maintenance program.

Unit 5: Role of Maintenance Engineers in Oil and Gas

• Main duties of maintenance engineers in the oil and gas industry.
• Necessary engineering background and technical skills for maintenance.
• Routine activities: inspections, repairs, and control.
• Common issues in the maintenance of oil and gas facilities.
• Collaboration with operations, safety, and engineering disciplines.
• Importance of compliance with industry requirements.

Unit 6: Oil and Gas Equipment Maintenance Practices

• Planned maintenance strategies for oil and gas equipment.
• Evaluation and testing procedures for equipment.
• Faults and repairs of machinery in oil and gas operations.
• Problem-solving and troubleshooting methods.
• Maintenance checklists and record-keeping.
• Importance of maintaining records of equipment maintenance and failures.

Unit 7: Maintenance Manager Responsibilities in Oil and Gas

• Overview of duties and responsibilities of maintenance managers.
• Coordinating and planning general maintenance work.
• Financial control over maintenance processes.
• Supervising and managing maintenance staff.
• Compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Assessing performance and enhancing maintenance operations.

Unit 8: Role of Maintenance Supervisors in Oil and Gas

• Duties and functions of maintenance supervisors.
• Essential supervisory skills: leadership, communication, and delegation.
• Daily maintenance activities and personnel management.
• Ensuring compliance with maintenance procedures and standards.
• Handling emergencies and repair work.
• Improving management of maintenance personnel.

Unit 9: Effective Oil and Gas Inspection Techniques

• Step-by-step instructions for inspecting oil and gas tanks.
• Equipment used for tank inspections.
• Evaluating and determining tank condition and stability.
• Identifying deterioration, leakage, and corrosion signs.
• Non-destructive testing and assessment methods.
• Documenting inspection findings in the prescribed manner.

Unit 10: Managing Oil and Gas Storage Tanks

• Principles of effective management of storage tanks.
• Maintenance and inspection procedures for storage tanks.
• Safe operation of storage tanks.
• Containment and control measures for tank contents.
• Checklist for identifying and resolving tank-related issues.
• Regulatory requirements for the operation of storage tanks.

Unit 11: Inspection of Oil and Gas Tanks

• Specific techniques for inspecting oil and gas tanks.
• Inspecting tank structures, coatings, and interiors.
• Identifying corrosion, leakage, and damage issues.
• Utilizing analytical and ultrasound methods for inspections.
• Ensuring evaluations meet quality assurance standards.
• Actions following inspections based on reports.

Unit 12: Preventive Maintenance for Oil and Gas Tanks

• Steps in developing a preventive maintenance strategy.
• Activities contributing to scheduled maintenance completion.
• Importance of preventive maintenance for tank longevity.
• Successful initiation and execution of preventive maintenance projects.
• Methods for evaluating and assessing tank condition.
• Creating and updating a tank preventive maintenance plan.

Unit 13: Troubleshooting and Repair of Oil and Gas Tanks

• Common damage and issues related to oil and gas tanks.
• Diagnosing various tank problems.
• Procedures and methods for resolving issues.
• Essential items involved in tank repairs.
• Managing repairs for effectiveness and safety.
• Post-repair inspections and follow-up actions.

Unit 14: Compliance and Safety in Maintenance and Inspection

• Policy and regulatory framework for maintenance and inspection.
• Safety measures for offshore and onshore oil and gas tanks.
• Importance of industry evaluations.
• Record retention related to maintenance and restoration.
• Competence and qualifications of personnel performing maintenance activities.
• Approaches to sustaining a safety culture in maintenance and inspection operations.