5 entries found for "Corrosion"

Why is Management Of Change (MOC) so poorly executed

by Michael Hurley, 3/17/2026

Tags: Asset Performance Management Consequence Corrosion CUI Damage Mechanisms Data Analysis Data Management Data Validation HSE Human Factors Mechanical Integrity Process Safety Management Regulation Risk Risk Analysis Risk Management System Implementation Work Process

Management of Change (MOC) under OSHA PSM is often poorly executed not due to lack of knowledge, but because it conflicts with operational realities. Production pressure, unclear definitions of change, weak field ownership, and procedural focus reduce effectiveness. Temporary and digital changes bypass controls, cumulative risk goes untracked, and approvals lack rigor. Without aligned incentives, clear boundaries, and post-implementation verification, MOC becomes a formality rather than a true risk control.

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How to practically implement RBI for oil and gas production, gathering, and midstream facilities in the United States.

by Michael Hurley, 3/11/2026

Tags: API 580 API 581 Asset Performance Management Consequence Corrosion CUI Damage Mechanisms Data Collection Data Management Data Validation HSE Inspection Integrity Operating Windows Mechanical Integrity Process Safety Management Regulation Reliability Risk Analysis Risk Based Inspection Risk Management System Implementation Technology Work Process

This document presents a practical framework for implementing Risk-Based Inspection (RBI) and Mechanical Integrity (MI) programs for U.S. oil and gas production, gathering, and midstream facilities. It outlines lifecycle asset management practices aligned with API 510/570/653, API 580/581, PHMSA pipeline safety rules, and OSHA PSM to prevent loss of containment, detect degradation early, and maintain safe, reliable operations.

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What process do I need to follow to confirm an equivalent inspection technique?

by Michael Hurley, 3/3/2026

Tags: API 580 API 581 Corrosion CUI Damage Mechanisms HSE Inspection Mechanical Integrity Process Safety Management RBMI Regulation Risk Risk Based Inspection Risk Management Technology Work Process

Confirm equivalent inspection via a 10-step, 8-gate process aligned with API 580/581 to ensure defensible RBI risk reduction.

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Can you improve reliability focusing on safety 1st, environmental preservation 2nd, and production 3rd

by Michael Hurley, 2/25/2026

Tags: API 580 API 581 Asset Performance Management Consequence Corrosion CUI Damage Mechanisms Data Analysis Data Management HSE Inspection Integrity Operating Windows Mechanical Integrity Process Safety Management Risk Risk Based Inspection Risk Management Safe Operating Limits System Implementation Value Work Process

Reliability improves when priorities are truly enforced: safety first, environmental protection second, production third.

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Is your risk-based inspection (RBI) implementation 3rd party really qualified to do the job?

by Michael Hurley, 2/17/2026

Tags: API 580 API 581 Corrosion CUI Damage Mechanisms Data Analysis Data Collection Data Management Data Migration Data Validation Inspection Integrity Operating Windows Mechanical Integrity Probability Process Safety Management Regulation Risk Risk Analysis Risk Based Inspection Risk Management Skills Validation System Implementation Technology Training Value Work Process

Is your RBI contractor truly qualified or just proficient with software?

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5 entries found for "Corrosion"

Why is Management Of Change (MOC) so poorly executed

How to practically implement RBI for oil and gas production, gathering, and midstream facilities in the United States.

What process do I need to follow to confirm an equivalent inspection technique?

Can you improve reliability focusing on safety 1st, environmental preservation 2nd, and production 3rd

Is your risk-based inspection (RBI) implementation 3rd party really qualified to do the job?

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