Mechanical, Maintenance & Reliability · 5 Days · Public · Al-Khobraa certified · From USD 3,900
Overview
This program provides a general introduction to Aboveground Storage Tanks (ASTs), covering the basic guidelines for design, construction, inspection and maintenance, as well as an overview of pertinent tank regulations. Various types of tanks and floating roofs will be described, as well as tank fittings and appurtenances.
Learning Objectives
Assess the configuration, operation and management practices of tank farms in terms of facility capacity, operational effectiveness, and the cost/benefit of feed, intermediate and product storage
Appreciate the importance of codes, standards, regulations & recommended practices in terms of hazard management and incident scenario layer of protection safeguarding
Identify the different types & classifications of tanks and their applications
Understand considerations of materials-of-construction & various corrosion protection strategies and tactics including cleaning, coating, & cathodic protection
Become familiar with fire protection of tanks & tank farms: venting, frangible roofs, flame & detonation arrestors, protection from ignition by static electricity, principles & practices of bonding and grounding, principles of inverting, electrical classification, selection criteria for fire suppression systems
Become familiar with principles, practices & benefits of “Fire System Integrity Assurance”
Apply tank emission control measures & procedures to satisfy regulatory requirements
Understand the principles, preparations, & practices associated with tank cleaning, entry, & inspection & repair
Use a systematic approach on tank operations including tank entry, tank bottoms, sludge, source reduction, mitigation, vapor freeing, degassing and tank cleaning
Determine the various tank accessories used in the tank & tank farm design, operation, inspection & maintenance and be able to explain their features & functions
Who Should Attend
This course is designed for tank farm managers, superintendents, supervisors, and other professionals seeking to strengthen their capability in this area.
Tank Farm Managers
Superintendents
Supervisors
Foremen and Operators
Oil Storage and Export Managers
Foremen and Technicians
Maintenance Engineers/Planners
Inspectors and Engineers
Process Engineers
Course Outline
Day 1 — Introduction to Tanks Welcome & Introductions Types of Tanks Tank Standards – General Tank Inspection Tank Regulations – General Floating Ro
Introduction to Tanks Welcome & Introductions Types of Tanks Tank Standards – General Tank Inspection Tank Regulations – General Floating Roofs & Seals Tank Appurtenances Tank Maintenance & Repair Summary/Q&A
Day 2 — Introduction to Tanks Review/Q&A Catholic Protection Foundations Leak Detection & Secondary Containment Gauging & Overfill Protection Coatin
Introduction to Tanks Review/Q&A Catholic Protection Foundations Leak Detection & Secondary Containment Gauging & Overfill Protection Coatings & Linings Tank Cleaning Safety Considerations Typical Tank Failures Summary/Q&A
Day 3 — Advanced Tanks Advanced Tank Standards & Design Considerations Tank Emissions – API 19.2 – EPA Tanks 4 Program Fire Protection Systems - NFP
Advanced Tanks Advanced Tank Standards & Design Considerations Tank Emissions – API 19.2 – EPA Tanks 4 Program Fire Protection Systems - NFPA 30 Floating Suctions/Skimmers Tank Regulations Seismic Design Considerations Advanced Inspection Considerations Industry Standards Update Summary/Q&A
Day 4 — Safe Tank Entry Confined Space Identification and Hazard Recognition Confined and Non-Confined Spaces Confined Space Hazards Administration
Safe Tank Entry Confined Space Identification and Hazard Recognition Confined and Non-Confined Spaces Confined Space Hazards Administration and Classification Administration Permit-Required Confined Space Program Permits Contractors
Day 5 — Safe Tank Entry Hazard Recognition, Evaluation, and Control Hazard Recognition Atmospheric Monitoring Atmospheric Control Personal Protectio
Safe Tank Entry Hazard Recognition, Evaluation, and Control Hazard Recognition Atmospheric Monitoring Atmospheric Control Personal Protection Special Work Practices Emergency Response, Rescue, and First Aid
Accreditation
Al-Khobraa certified. On completion delegates receive an Al-Khobraa certificate of achievement.
What do Al-Khobraa mechanical, maintenance and reliability courses cover?
The portfolio covers reliability-centred maintenance (RCM), preventive and predictive maintenance, condition monitoring and vibration analysis, root cause failure analysis, rotating and static equipment, asset management and maintenance planning — including preparation for the CMRP (Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional) credential.
Who should attend a mechanical, maintenance or reliability course?
These courses suit maintenance and reliability engineers, maintenance planners and schedulers, mechanical and rotating-equipment technicians and supervisors, condition-monitoring analysts, asset and plant managers, and operations staff accountable for equipment availability.
How long are mechanical, maintenance and reliability courses, and where are they held?
Most Al-Khobraa mechanical, maintenance and reliability courses run over 5 days. The exact duration, dates and city for this course are listed in the dates section on this page. Public sessions run across Saudi Arabia — Riyadh, Jeddah, Al-Khobar, Jubail and Yanbu — as well as regional and international venues, with live virtual classrooms available on request.
What certificate will I receive?
Delegates who complete the course receive an Al-Khobraa certificate of completion, issued by a Saudi-registered training provider. Al-Khobraa also delivers internationally accredited programmes; where a course carries an external awarding body such as PMI, CIPS, ILM or IOSH, that body is named on the course's own page.
Can mechanical, maintenance and reliability training be delivered in-house for our team?
Yes. Any Al-Khobraa mechanical, maintenance and reliability course can be delivered in-house at your own premises anywhere in Saudi Arabia or the GCC, with the content, dates and language of delivery tailored to your team. Al-Khobraa is an approved HRDF (Hadaf) provider, so eligible Saudi employers can seek training support. Contact us for a quotation.
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