Standards News Highlights
API Strengthens Piping Inspection Standards with New Updates
The American Petroleum Institute (API) is pleased to announce the release of the fifth editions of API 570, Piping Inspection Code: In-service Inspection, Rating, Repair, and Alteration of Piping Systems; and Recommended Practice 574 (RP 574), Inspection Practices for Piping System Components, two foundational standards for safeguarding piping systems used in the global refining and petrochemical industries. These updated standards enhance the safety and integrity of piping systems, thereby increasing protection of our workforce and neighboring communities.
API Recommended Practice 751, 5th Edition
API published the 5th edition of Recommended Practice (RP) 751, Safe Operation of Hydrofluoric Acid Alkylation Unit. This RP assists refinery operators in implementing maintenance, integrity management and other safety programs for hydrofluoric (HF) acid alkylation units. The update includes technical changes to reflect advancements in technology and practices.
API Releases New Updates to Standards for Hazard Management in Process Plant Structures
The American Petroleum Institute (API) is pleased to announce the publication of the latest editions of three critical safety standards: Recommended Practice 752 (RP 752), Management of Hazards Associated with Location of Process Plant Permanent Buildings, 4th edition; Recommended Practice 753 (RP 753), Management of Hazards Associated with Location of Process Plant Portable Buildings, 2nd edition; and Recommended Practice 756 (RP 756), Management of Hazards Associated with Location of Process Plant Tents, 2nd edition. These updates collectively serve to enhance the safety of the men and women working every day in oil and natural gas facilities by providing comprehensive guidelines for the placement of permanent buildings, trailers and tents. This approach is designed to minimize risks to personnel from potential explosion, fire, and toxic material release hazards.
API Recommended Practice 754, 3rd Edition
API published the 3rd edition of Recommended Practice (RP) 754 Process Safety Performance Indicators for the Refining and Petrochemical Industries. This standard helps facilities implement a comprehensive program to reduce safety hazards through a system of continuous assessment and improvement. This update includes the reclassification of materials, clarification of definitions, expansion of data collection capabilities, and other key changes.
API Standard 1104, 22nd Edition
API published the 22nd edition of Standard (Std) 1104, Welding of Pipelines and Related Facilities, updating an important global standard that supports industry-wide actions to strengthen environmental sustainability efforts while meeting growing energy demand. This new edition provides requirements for gas and arc welding used in the construction and in-service repair of pipes and components for the compression, pumping and pipeline transmission of crude oil, petroleum products, fuel gases, carbon dioxide and nitrogen.
API Standard 1164, 3rd Edition
API published the 3rd edition of Standard (Std) 1164, Pipeline Control Systems Cybersecurity. This standard helps protect pipeline infrastructure through enhanced digital and operational safeguards to improve safety and prevent disruptions along the supply chain. The update includes new requirements on cybersecurity, improved risk assessment guidelines, and more.
API Recommended Practice 1184, 1st Edition
API published the 1st edition of Recommended Practice (RP), Pipeline Facility Construction Inspection. This new standard provides detailed requirements for inspectors covering all aspects of facility construction, stop work authority, a code of conduct for pipeline inspectors and more.
API 1525A, 2nd Edition
Second Edition of API 1525A - Bulk Engine Oil Chain of Custody and Quality Documentation. The publication provides procedures for managing the bulk engine oil chain of custody to ensure oil quality from the point of manufacture to installation in a consumer’s engine.
API Technical Report 21TR1, 1st Edition
API’s new technical report aids oil and natural gas companies in selecting the right materials for bolting, a key to safe and reliable operations.
API 1509, Engine Oil Licensing and Certification System, 18th Edition
The latest standards and marketing guidelines for API Engine Oil Quality Marks governs how engine oil marketers certify that gasoline and diesel engine oils meet API’s stringent performance standards.
