1. Regular Inspections:
• Visual Inspections: Looking at the equipment to spot any obvious signs of damage or wear.
• Non-Destructive Testing (NDT): Using techniques to check for issues without damaging the equipment. This can include methods like ultrasound, radiography (X-rays), and magnetic particle testing.

2. Monitoring:
• Keeping an eye on the equipment’s performance and any changes over time. This might include measuring temperature, pressure, or corrosion rates.

3. Data Analysis:
• Collecting and analyzing data from inspections and monitoring to identify trends and potential problems before they become serious.

4. Risk Assessment:
• Evaluating the likelihood and potential impact of different types of failures. This helps prioritize which parts of the system need the most attention.

5. Maintenance and Repairs:
• Performing necessary maintenance or repairs based on the findings from inspections and monitoring. This ensures that any issues are addressed promptly to prevent failures.

1. Visual Inspections:
• A technician walks along the pipeline, looking for any visible cracks, rust, or leaks.

2. Non-Destructive Testing:
• Using a handheld ultrasound device to “see” inside the pipe, checking for internal cracks or weak spots without cutting it open.

3. Monitoring:
• Sensors attached to the pipeline continuously measure the pressure and temperature of the oil inside.

4. Data Analysis:
• The data from sensors and inspections is collected and reviewed to find any patterns, like a gradual increase in pressure, which could indicate a blockage forming.

5. Risk Assessment:
• Analyzing which parts of the pipeline are most likely to fail and what the consequences would be, helping decide where to focus maintenance efforts.

6. Maintenance and Repairs:
• If the ultrasound device finds a weak spot, the section of the pipe might be reinforced or replaced before it fails.