With regard to initial assumptions in an RBI analysis, which of the following statements is...

API 580, Section 11.5 (Assumptions) explicitly warns:

“Caution is advised in being too conservative, as overestimating consequences and/or POF values will unnecessarily inflate the calculated risk values. Presenting over inflated risk values may mislead inspection planners, management, and insurers and can create a lack of credibility for the user and the RBI process.”

This confirms that excessive conservatism leads to inaccurate results, undermining the effectiveness and credibility of the RBI process.

Option B is incorrect; inflated risks lead to more—not fewer—intrusive actions.

Option C is misleading; conservatism isn’t inherently a regulatory requirement.

Option D contradicts the fact that inflated risk leads to over-mitigation, not less.