This actually happens a lot in real life. We test the part in lab: ✓ Hardness → okay ✓ Chemistry → okay ✓ Tensile strength → okay ✓ Microstructure → looks fine Still, part breaks in service. Cracks. Fails. ⛔
1- You only need 24 Hours of CPD (Continuing Professional Development) Credit Hours for API 510, API 570 & API 653 Recertification every 3 years. 2- You don’t need CPD for other Certifications such as API 571, API 577, API
Codes are mandatory. It is mandated by jurisdiction or the project. You can not violate or ignore a code requirement else, you are not complying with the code. For example, if a pressure vessel is built and stamped as per
