Question 1

Alberta Refinery and Petrochemical Inspection Association (ARPIA)

Accepted Answer

ARPIA is an association of Chief Inspectors and Asset Integrity Managers for downstream facilities that include but not limited to refineries, upgraders, chemical/fertilizer and SAGD facilities. They have extensive experience related to high operating temperatures & pressures that are subject to complex damage mechanisms. Currently ARPIA has a membership of over 20 with a vast amount of knowledge & experience in damage mechanisms, corrosion, material selection, inspection and shutdown planning, and repairs & alterations to pressure equipment. ARPIA provides an open exchange of information between members, regulators and other industry groups.

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Question 2

Alberta Welding Optimization Committee (AWOC)

Accepted Answer

AWOC focuses on Continous Improvement initiatives for all areas of the welding industry, such as:
 • Promoting the science, engineering and trade of welding and advocating for all industry sectoring 
 • Encouraging career development opportunities regarding the science, engineering and trade of welding 
 • Hosting and share learning events and programs in the field of welding, fabrication and construction

albertawelding.ca (https://albertawelding.ca/)

Question 3

Contract Chief Inspectors Association (CCIA)

Accepted Answer

CCIA is an association of member companies or individuals that provides Asset Integrity Management (related to pressure equipment) services and Contract Chief Inspector services to operating companies in Western Canada.  Currently there are 29 Full & Associate members and member companies with a vast combined experience in the Upstream Oil & Gas Integrity Assessment & Management, Corrosion, Engineering, Business, Consulting and NDE Industries.

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Question 4

Generation Utility Advisory Committee (GUAC)

Accepted Answer

The Generation Utilities Advisory Committee (GUAC) is a group of 11 members employed by or representing power generation companies throughout Alberta and Saskatchewan. Members are Chief Inspectors, representatives of power generation companies, or technical experts in related fields. GUAC members are committed to the deliberation of numerous topics related to pressure equipment integrity management systems and proposed changes to provincial legislation and regulations. GUAC has been in place as an organization since 2002.

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Question 5

Saskatchewan Integrity Association (SIA)

Accepted Answer

The SIA is an owner association of pressure equipment inspectors and integrity managers focused on continuously improving and optimizing the safety, reliability and integrity of pressure equipment within the province of Saskatchewan. The SIA currently has 20 member companies, as well as associate members, from various industries including oil & gas (upstream/midstream/downstream), power generation, fertilizer and potash production, as well as food processing. In conjunction with TSASK, the SIA supports development and continuous improvement of industry best practices and TSASK Directives.

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Question 6

Upstream Chief Inspector’s Association (UCIA)

Accepted Answer

UCIA is an owners association specifically related to upstream and midstream facilities. They provide a forum for information exchange and discussion between owners on issues relating to the safety, reliability and integrity of pressure equipment. The forum is designed for two-way communication with regulators on issues that pertain to upstream and midstream facilities and offers an opportunity to exchange information between other related industry groups. UCIA currently has more than 40 active members.

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Resources

Advocacy Letters

Below are two recent letters sent on behalf of our members:

Re: CSA B51:24 “Boiler, Pressure Vessel, and Pressure Piping Code”

January 24, 2025

Re: CSA B51:24 and the use of off-the-shelf Carbon Steels for pressure-containing applications

January 24, 2025

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