Pressure and Leak Testing

Course Objectives

The aim of this course is to explain the dangers posed by pressurised systems and the essential safety considerations for planning pressure-testing and leak-testing operations.

Learning Objectives

• Explain the term ‘pressure’ and how it is measured
• Explain why pressure testing is conducted on plant and equipment exposed to high pressure
• Explain the relationship between operating pressure and test pressure
• List the legislation applicable to pressure testing
• Describe the potential hazards of pressure testing
• Explain why planning a pressure test is essential
• Explain the pressure test procedure document
• Identify the different pressure test methods
• Explain the difference between pressure testing and leak testing
• Explain how risks are controlled
• Identify the requirement for a permit to work
• Identify the competency requirements for personnel involved with pressure and leak testing
• Explain how to inspect the test equipment
• Describe the use of pressure gauges and their position in pressure testing
• Explain the purpose of isolation in pressure testing
• Identify the need for pressure safety valves and the importance of their positioning
• Explain how to assemble the test equipment correctly
• Explain why venting during hydrostatic tests is carried out
• Describe the safety measures implemented before pressure testing begins
• Describe the selection of the test medium
• Identify the precautions and the monitoring requirements during pressure build-up
• Describe the leak testing process
• Provide an understanding of the depressurisation techniques required after pressure testing
• Describe the disassembly of the test assembly
• Identify the hazards involved with using nitrogen
• Understand the hazards and precautions when working with compressed gas cylinders

Additional Information

• Duration: 60 minutes (approx.)
• Language: English
• Knowledge Check: 26 Questions Final Assessment

System Requirements

• Operating System: Windows (7,8,10) and Apple Mac
• Browsers: Edge, Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, Firefox and Safari
• Additional Hardware: Please ensure that you have headphones or speakers