API-U Approved Training
Guidelines and Application Procedures for API RP 578 Positive Material Identification (PMI) Using XRF* / OES** / LIBS*** Technologies
The course is covered in 2-day sessions of instruction on both classroom theory and field testing procedures through:
- Understanding API RP 578 Guidelines
- Application of Proper PMI Testing Procedures
* XRF X-Ray Fluorescence
** OES Optical Emission Spectroscopy
*** LIBS Laser Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy
The owner/user shall establish a written material verification program indicating the extent and type of PMI to be conducted during the construction of new assets, retroactively on existing assets, and during the maintenance, repair, or alteration of exiting assets.
API Recommended Practice 578, 3rd Edition
