Pipeline Safety Management Systems Recommended Practice API 1173 from the American Petroleum Institute is centered on leadership and management commitment.
The Plan-Do-Check-Adjust (Shewhart Cycle) illustrates an iterative four-step management method that is featured in this practice for the control and continuous improvement of processes and products.
FACILEX® is a suite of applications designed to implement all of the elements depicted in the API RP 1173 management system diagram:
The FACILEX® applications listed below provide solutions for the entire Plan-Do-Check-Adjust cycle. These user friendly applications promote the adoption and enforcement of policies & procedures, thereby enhancing safety, performance and regulatory compliance. Data across all the applications can be aggregated and reported.