OSC 2007 Evaluation Report
OSC 2007 Evaluation Report
OSC 2007 Evaluation Report
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<strong>2007</strong> <strong>OSC</strong> Readiness Training Program <strong>Evaluation</strong> <strong>Report</strong><br />
Inspection and Integrity Testing of Tanks and Piping<br />
Instructors: Gary Boley, InterSpec, LLC<br />
Mark Howard, EPA OEM<br />
This course was geared toward personnel conducting SPCC and Facility Response Plan inspections. The<br />
course also was of use to <strong>OSC</strong>s who conduct site work associated with the petroleum sectors (upstream<br />
and downstream). By taking this course, participants achieved the following objectives:<br />
• Obtained a summary of tank types, components, and associated construction standards.<br />
• Obtained an overview of the applicable industry standards for inspection and testing of<br />
aboveground, shop-built, and field-erected tanks (including API 653, API RP 12 R1, and STI<br />
SP001); and piping (aboveground and buried). Inspection and testing of buried and partially<br />
buried tanks are discussed, as well as corrosion issues.<br />
• Gained an understanding of additional concepts such as “hybrid” testing methodologies, tank<br />
baselining, and re-rating of tank capacity.<br />
• Explored specific items for which SPCC inspectors should look for during an SPCC inspection to<br />
evaluate whether a facility meets inspection and integrity testing requirements — for example,<br />
correct documentation and record keeping plus verification of up-to-date inspections according to<br />
a regular schedule as described in the SPCC plan.<br />
The course was taught by a certified tank inspector. The course was recommended for <strong>OSC</strong>s or any<br />
person who conducts SPCC inspections or for <strong>OSC</strong>s involved with response actions associated with the<br />
petroleum sector.<br />
Participation and Average Grade<br />
Number of Participants Who<br />
Pre-registered<br />
Number of Participants Who<br />
Signed Course Roster<br />
Number of <strong>Evaluation</strong><br />
Forms Submitted<br />
Average<br />
Grade<br />
43 39 26 4*<br />
* The grade displayed is the average of the grades provided on the evaluation forms, where<br />
1 = Poor, 2 = Fair, 3 = Good, 4 = Very Good, and 5 = Excellent.<br />
Summary of <strong>Evaluation</strong> Results<br />
100%<br />
75%<br />
50%<br />
25%<br />
0%<br />
Overall, the presentation<br />
of the course was<br />
appropriate for my level<br />
of experience.<br />
The content of the<br />
course is relevant to my<br />
job responsibilities.<br />
The course had a good<br />
balance of lecture<br />
material, visual aids,<br />
case studies, and<br />
discussion time.<br />
The handout materials<br />
were clear, legible, and<br />
helpful.<br />
The course materials will<br />
be useful as a reference<br />
for my job.<br />
This course should<br />
continue to be offered at<br />
future training programs.<br />
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree N/A<br />
C-69 Comments about Individual Training Courses