Supply Chain Risk Management
25/10/2024Data Science Foundations for IT Leaders
25/10/2024Tank & Tank Farms Design, Installation, Operation, Maintenance & Troubleshooting
£4,000.00
Overview:
This interactive and practical course provides comprehensive insights into the design, installation, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of tanks and tank farms. Participants will engage in case studies, real-world exercises, and collaborative discussions covering atmospheric storage tanks and industry best practices. Key topics include tank design codes (API 650 & API 653), maintenance strategies, fire protection, and environmental safeguards essential for safe and efficient tank operation in hydrocarbon and other industrial sectors.
Program Objectives:
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Apply techniques and best practices in tank and tank farm design, installation, and maintenance.
- Develop cost-effective maintenance and inspection strategies for optimal performance and safety.
- Implement industry standards and codes (API 650, API 653) for tank integrity and regulatory compliance.
- Identify and address common operational issues in tank farms, including corrosion, fire protection, and emission control.
- Understand the application of tank accessories for enhanced safety and operational efficiency.
Target Audience:
- This course is ideal for managers, engineers, and technical staff involved in tank and tank farm operations, including those responsible for design, instrumentation, inspection, maintenance, oil movement, bulk storage, and facility management in industries such as oil & gas, petrochemical, and energy.
Program Outline:
Day 1: Fundamentals of Tank & Tank Farm Design
- Introduction to Storage Tanks and Tank Farms.
- Design Codes and Standards.
- Structural Elements and Material Selection.
- Case Study: Review of incidents and design flaws in tank farms.
Day 2: Installation and Operation of Tanks
- Installation Procedures and Best Practices.
- Operational Aspects of Tank Farms.
- Tank Farm Configuration and Capacity Management.
- Practical Exercise: Simulated tank installation and configuration planning.
Day 3: Maintenance and Integrity of Storage Tanks
- Maintenance Strategy Development.
- Tank Integrity Management.
- Corrosion Protection Techniques.
- Workshop: Developing a maintenance strategy based on API standards.
Day 4: Safety and Environmental Considerations
- Fire Protection and Safety Systems.
- Environmental Protection and Emission Control.
- Tank Entry and Cleaning Procedures.
- Case Study: Incident analysis of a hydrocarbon spill and containment response.
Day 5: Troubleshooting and Advanced Tank Farm Operations
- Common Operational and Maintenance Challenges.
- Risk Management and Contingency Planning.
- Advanced Tank Accessories and Automation.
- Capstone Exercise: Group activity to apply course knowledge in a tank farm troubleshooting simulation.