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API 570

API 570 Certification

Piping Inspector certification from API for in-service inspection of process piping systems.

American Petroleum Institute Valid: 3 years

About API 570 Certification

API 570 certifies individuals as Authorized Piping Inspectors, qualified to perform in-service inspection of metallic and fiberglass-reinforced plastic piping systems. This certification is critical for refineries, chemical plants, and other process facilities where piping integrity directly impacts safety and environmental protection.

Certification Levels

1

Single level - API 570 Authorized Piping Inspector

Requirements

  • Minimum education and experience requirements
  • Passing score on API 570 examination
  • Knowledge of ASME B31.3, API 570, API 574, API 571
  • Practical piping inspection experience

Exam Topics

API 570 Code requirements
ASME B31.3 Process Piping
Piping materials and degradation
Welding and NDE for piping
Corrosion rate calculations
Minimum required thickness calculations

Applicable NDT Methods

UT
RT
MT
PT
VT
GWT

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