MANUAL OF PETROLEUM MEASUREMENT STANDARDS - CHAPTER 17 - MARINE MEASUREMENT - SECTION 9 - VESSEL EXPERIENCE FACTOR (VEF)
American Petroleum Institute
1 Scope
2 Normative References
3 Definitions
4 VEF Considerations
5 The Role of Vessel Operators
6 Factors Affecting VEF and VEF Data
7 Documentation and Data Gathering
8 Data Qualification and Rejection Criteria
9 Calculation of the Vessel Experience Factor (VEF)
10 Application of the Vessel Experience Factor (VEF)
Annex A (normative) - Sequential Load Log
Annex B (normative) - Sequential Discharge Log
Annex C (normative) - VEF Calculation Form Example
Annex D (normative) - Alternate Calculation Method
Bibliography
Provides a recommended practice for the calculation and application of a VEF and provides guidelines for data compilation, data validation, and recommendations on the appropriate use of VEF during custody transfer involving marine tank vessels.
| Document Type | Standard |
| Status | Current |
| Publisher | American Petroleum Institute |
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