Well Services QHSE Standard 23 Testing and Inspection of Treating Equipment

Well Services QHSE Standard 23
Testing and Inspection of

Treating Equipment
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Revision History
Version Date Description Prepared by
3.01 23-May-2016 Revision for S23G04 to 1.6 for frequency Author: John Schneider
of inspection, revision to S23G10 to 2.5 for
frequency of inspection, remove 5-yr OEM
recertification
3.0 29-Mar-2016 Update section 23.7.2.2, require Exemption for Author: John Schneider
locations to perform Std 23 inspections.
Update owner, approver and 5.5
Responsibilities for OI Transformation.
Add S23G09 CT Swivels for WS-WIS
integration.
2.93 17-Jul-2015 New Guideline S23G18 ePRV. Revised Author: John Schneider
Guideline S23G03 and S23G05 for painting to
align with Standard 05 requirements
2.92 20-May-2015 Remove wing inspection that is redundant Author: John Schneider
to guidelines, minor clarifications to wing
inspection. Revised Guideline 12 for sensor
union inspection and pressure test.
2.91 01-Apr-2015 Revised Guideline 12: components used Author: John Schneider
with date-coded wings must be inspected
regardless if the wing does not.
2.9 02-Dec-2014 Revised the standard, Guidelines 10 and Author: John Schneider
12, and Procedure 01 to be the same as
Well Intervention QHSE Standard 13 and
its guidelines. Update paint and painting
requirements.
2.8 21-Oct-2014 Revised 23.8.3 to include 2002, 2202, and Author: John Schneider
1505 unions inspection via gauges. Revise
S23G05 Min wall thickness and top-drive
thread-inspection. Revise S23G16 for Scope
and Inspection frequency
2.7 18-Jul-2014 FMC and SPM are the only approved 3rd-party Author: John Schneider
Std 23 inspectors. Update standard for
crossover inspection frequency in section 23.8.
Add S23G16 Crossovers and Tensile-Loaded
Component Inspection and Test
2.6 05-Aug-2013 Update standard and S23G12 for loose Author: John Schneider
wing inspection requirements, and S23G03
requiring EOM parts for Grant dart-type check
valves due to obsolescence, S23G02 for 1.2.4
Casing adapter inspection
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vii WS Standard 23 / List of Figures vii
List of Figures
23-1 Treating iron inspection flow chart _________________________________ 23-7

23-2 Flowchart for disposition of components exposed to overpressure ___ 23-8
23-3 Risk matrix ______________________________________________________ 23-11
23-4 FMC wing with forged datecode __________________________________ 23-14
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viii WS Standard 23 / List of Tables viii
List of Tables
23-1 Condition Questionnaire _________________________________________ 23-11

23-2 Preparation Questionnaire _______________________________________ 23-11
23-3 Risk Codes and Course of Action _________________________________ 23-12
23-4 Wings on Sensors, Bull Plugs and Loose Wings ___________________ 23-14
23-5 Wings on Treating Iron (Swivels, Laterals, Etc) ____________________ 23-15
23-6 Color-coded Banding for Treating Equipment Inspection Due Dates _ 23-18
23-7 Inspection and test guidelines ____________________________________ 23-20

23-8 Inspection and test procedures ___________________________________ 23-20
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23 Testing and inspection of treating equipment

23.1 Statement of standard ________________________________________ 23-1
23.2 Objective ______________________________________________________ 23-1
23.3 Scope _________________________________________________________ 23-1
23.4 Exemptions ___________________________________________________ 23-1
23.5 Responsibilities _______________________________________________ 23-2
23.5.1 Line management responsibilities ____________________________ 23-2
23.5.2 Sales, logistics and support personnel responsibilities _________ 23-2
23.5.3 Job supervisor responsibilities _______________________________ 23-3

23.5.4 Responsibilities of all employees _____________________________ 23-3
23.6 Definitions ____________________________________________________ 23-3
23.7 General requirements _________________________________________ 23-3
23.7.1 Interchangeability concerns __________________________________ 23-4
23.7.2 Inspector qualifications ______________________________________ 23-4
23.7.2.1 Third-party inspectors ____________________________________ 23-5
23.7.2.2 Certification of Well Services locations to perform
inspections ______________________________________________ 23-5
23.7.3 Inspection equipment _______________________________________ 23-6
23.7.4 Inspection process __________________________________________ 23-6
23.7.5 Over-pressurized equipment inspection process ______________ 23-7
23.8 Inspection requirements ______________________________________ 23-9
23.8.1 Visual inspection ___________________________________________ 23-12
23.8.2 Wall thickness test _________________________________________ 23-12
23.8.3 Union inspection ___________________________________________ 23-13
23.8.3.1 Wing inspection ________________________________________ 23-13
23.8.4 Non-destructive test ________________________________________ 23-15
23.8.5 Pressure test ______________________________________________ 23-15
23.8.5.1 Acceptance criteria for the pressure test _________________ 23-15
23.8.5.2 Pressure testing equipment and safety requirements _____ 23-16
23.8.6 Documentation ____________________________________________ 23-17
23.8.7 Banding and serialization ___________________________________ 23-18
23.8.8 Painting ___________________________________________________ 23-19
23.9 Inspection and test guidelines and procedures _______________ 23-20
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23.1 Statement of standard

Well Services QHSE Standard 23 outlines specific treating equipment inspection
requirements and procedures to be followed in all Well Services operations.
23.2 Objective
Following this standard can prevent injuries, accidents and equipment loss
caused by the failure of treating equipment and connections.
23.3 Scope
This standard provides inspection requirements by which the pressure-containing
integrity of treating equipment and connections can be established and
documented.
Routine maintenance procedures are not a part of this standard.
Compliance with this standard is the minimum requirement from Schlumberger.

Other rules and regulations from the client or from government agencies must
also be followed so long as they meet, or exceed, Schlumberger minimum
requirements.
This standard does not apply to coiled tubing pipe. Refer to Well Services QHSE
Standard 02: Coiled Tubing Operations, InTouch content ID# 5884296, for
additional information on pipe management.
23.4 Exemptions
Any deviation from this and any other relevant Schlumberger QHSE Standard or
Well Services Standard is by exemption only, as outlined in the Schlumberger
QHSE S010: Management of Change and Exemptions, InTouch documentation
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ID# 3260269, and the Well Services Appendix to Schlumberger Standard S010,
InTouch documentation ID# 3999148. Exemptions will be approved only if the
following conditions are met:
• A complete hazard assessment and risk control is performed, as per OFS

QHSE Standard S020: Hazard Analysis and Risk Control, InTouch content
ID# 3757610.
• Appropriate risk mitigation measures are discussed and put in place
• Proper levels of management notification(s) and approval(s) are completed.
23.5 Responsibilities
23.5.1 Line management responsibilities

Line managers must ensure:
• Compliance with this standard and all other relevant Schlumberger and Well
Services standards
• Personnel involved at all levels have received the appropriate training, and
are deemed competent for the job
• Personnel have the correct equipment, personal protective equipment (PPE)
and maintenance necessary to allow employees to comply with this Standard
• Approved exemptions are in place and documented where a deviation is
needed from this standard and/or other relevant Schlumberger standards
• Appropriate staffing levels for the job requirements.
23.5.2 Sales, logistics and support personnel

responsibilities
The responsibilities of sales, logistics, and support personnel include:
• Knowing and understanding this, and all other, Well Services and
Schlumberger standards
• Designing and selling jobs that conform to this, and all other, Well Services
and Schlumberger standards
• Ensuring the client understands that all jobs must be done in compliance to
Schlumberger and Well Services standards.
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23.5.3 Job supervisor responsibilities

The responsibilities of the job supervisor focus on these critical issues:
• Ensuring that all Schlumberger employees and contractors at the work site
are in compliance with this, and other, relevant standards
• Recognizing risks associated with the operation, and reducing these risks to
the as low as reasonably possible

• Taking appropriate action, up to and including terminating the job, if
unacceptable risks exist
• Ensuring that all personnel on site are competent to drive and/or operate their
assigned equipment.
23.5.4 Responsibilities of all employees

Each employee bears a personal responsibility for these key areas:
• Understanding and complying with this standard

• Recognizing and reducing, to as low as reasonably possible, safety risks
associated with the operation
• Being current in all applicable certifications for the person's specific function.
23.6 Definitions
Term Definition
Treating equipment Any components exposed to pressure from the well or from the
discharge of any high pressure pump, including, but not limited to,
plug valves, straight joints, bull plugs, pressure sensors, coiled
tubing wellhead equipment, etc.
23.7 General requirements

Never use any treating equipment components that are not approved for use in
Well Services QHSE Standard 05: Wellsite Operations, InTouch content ID#
3313681.
Immediately remove from service any items that do not pass the inspection
criteria. If these items cannot be repaired such that they meet these inspection
criteria, permanently isolate and destroy them.
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23.7.1 Interchangeability concerns

Some components from different manufacturers are built to different tolerances
and may have different designs. To avoid potentially catastrophic consequences,
use only original equipment manufacturer (OEM) approved parts to repair or
rebuild any pressure containing equipment components.
Never install an SPM swivel elbow into an FMC triple step elbow – the SPM
male matches up with the FMC female but the load is not sufficiently supported
in all three ball races.
Never use the fatigue-resistant (FR) parts with the standard male-end parts. The
use of these parts, or mixing of parts, can result in a line failure under pressure.
23.7.2 Inspector qualifications

Only use third-party inspectors that are prepared to follow all the requirements
in Well Services QHSE Standard 23. When correctly managed, the use
of competent third party inspectors is preferred. Well Services local line
management retains full responsibility for the complete implementation of
this standard, including verification of use of qualified inspectors at approved
third-party inspection companies.
To be deemed qualified, inspectors must:
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• Have received formal training on this standard: FMC training program, SPM
training program, or training by the Well Services HSE,SQ manager
• Are familiar with the specifications of the treating equipment that is to be
inspected
• Have received formal training on the inspection equipment to be used
(Go-No-Go gauges, ultrasonic tester, etc.)
• Have evidence of an on-the-job assessment within the last 12 months by
a qualified supervisor or manager, demonstrating full understanding and
implementation of the relevant guidelines and procedures of this standard.
23.7.2.1 Third-party inspectors

SPM and FMC are the only approved third-party inspectors for Well Services for
Standard 23 inspection. If a location does not have an SPM or FMC inspection
facility available, the location should contact Well Services Headquarters to
discuss becoming certified to perform Standard 23 inspections (see section
23.7.2.2).
Inspectors for component inspection according S05G07 and S23G16 must be

currently licensed for the type of approved inspection (DS-1 HDLS, NS-2) they
are performing.
23.7.2.2 Certification of Well Services locations to perform

inspections
Locations that need or want to perform Standard 23 inspection must receive
approval from Well Services Headquarters, and complete the program designed
by Headquarters to achieve certification to perform this inspection. The program
will be designed specifically for that location.
To document the approval and design of the inspection program, the

location must complete an exemption per the requirements of Schlumberger
QHSE Standard S010, Management of Change and Exemptions, InTouch
documentation ID# 3260269, and the Well Services Appendix to Schlumberger
QHSE Standard S010, InTouch documentation ID# 3999148. This exemption
must have the Well Services Technique manager as the final approver.
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23.7.3 Inspection equipment

Always use the equipment to perform inspections that is fit for the intended
purpose. Take into consideration the accuracy limits imposed by the
manufacturers before selecting equipment.
Never use equipment to perform inspections that is not current on the required
calibration and maintenance. Do not use equipment that has been damaged and
repaired, or modified locally, without the manufacturer's approval.
Calibrate inspection equipment using competent certification bodies. Ensure

documentation is available at the location to demonstrate that the equipment is
current on calibration. Calibrate equipment according to the following schedule:
Pressure gauges Annually

Ultrasonic wall Annually
thickness gauges Also perform and document a daily verification of the calibration using a
calibrated step block
Thread gauge kits Every 3 years
Other equipment According to the manufacturer's recommendations
If third party inspectors define shorter calibration time frames, follow their
schedule.
23.7.4 Inspection process

Perform inspections in a systematic manner that follow the process in Figure
23-1, to ensure all applicable steps are completed for every inspection. Use
dedicated workstations for each step in the process.
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Figure 23-1: Treating iron inspection flow chart
23.7.5 Over-pressurized equipment inspection process

As specified by Well Services QHSE Standard 05: Wellsite Operations, InTouch
content ID# 3313681, treating equipment exposed to a pressure greater that the
rated MWP must be evaluated before being used again. The flowchart in Figure
23-2 determines the actions required.
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Figure 23-2: Flowchart for disposition of components exposed to overpressure
The documented process referred to in the flowchart consists of the following

steps:
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1. Perform a thorough visual inspection focusing on cracks and distorted metal.

2. Measure the wall thickness. If less than 20% of the useful life of the component
remains, destroy the component. Useful life is defined as (nominal thickness –
minimum thickness) for each measured location. Consult the OEM for nominal
values. Do not request this information through InTouch.
3. Return the remaining components to the OEM for inspection and recertification,
which shall include but is not limited to:
a. MPI inspection on high-stress areas. If cracks exist, destroy the component.
b. Perform a complete inspection as described in Figure 23-1, which is the

normal Standard 23 workflow.
The OEM shall record the overpressure exposure of each component that
passes inspection in their records. Any component that fails either the Standard
23 criteria or the OEM’s criteria must be destroyed. A letter or e-mail from the
OEM stating they have destroyed the component, listing the serial number, is
sufficient to replace the photo requirements of the QUEST report tracking the
overpressure incident. See Well Services Appendix to SLB QHSE Standard
S002: Reporting, InTouch content ID# 3862308.
If the OEM is not available to perform inspection and recertification, contact

FMC or SPM to perform the inspection and recertification. No other OEM or
inspector shall be used.
As shown in Figure 23-2, BOPs and strippers manufactured by TOT that are
exposed to an overpressure 10% to 42.5% above MWP may be returned to TOT
for inspection and dimensional checks. The component shall be inspected by
TOT to their 5-year recertification criteria. If recertified, the component may
be returned to service.
Many components are inexpensive relative to the cost inspection and

recertification. The location may perform a cost analysis and destroy components
that are not cost effective to return to service.
23.8 Inspection requirements

Crossovers or any component subjected to a tensile load due to the weight
of the tubular string below it, such as crossover for downhole tools and the
DeepSea Expres Head (DSEH) shall follow the inspection frequency specified
in WS QHSE Std 23, Guideline 16: Crossover and Tensile-Loaded Component
Inspection and Test.
Inspect all other treating components every 12 months unless required more
often based on the result of the following risk assessment.
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Each location shall perform the following risk assessment at least once a year, or
more frequently if job conditions change. The risk assessment can be performed
separately for different service lines within a district.
Create a HARC report in QUEST, with a task/process name of "WS Standard 23

Risk Assessment" and attach the risk assessment to record the result.
1. Answer the questions on the Conditions Questionnaire (Table 23-1) and

the Preparation Questionnaire (Table 23-2) by circling the correct answers
to the questions. If you are unsure of the correct answer, select an answer
with a higher risk.
2. Determine the Condition Level (-1 to -5) by noting the highest-ranked
column containing a circled answer. For example: even a single circled
answer in column -5 fixes the hazard at Level -5.
3. Determine the Preparation Level in the same manner as the Condition
Level.
4. Determine the risk code by referring to Figure 23-3. Select the square
corresponding to the Condition Level and the Preparation Level
determined on the questionnaires.
5. Based on the level of risk identified, and using the information in Table 23-3,
define the frequency of the treating equipment inspection.
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Table 23-1: Condition Questionnaire
Conditions - Mitigation –1 –2 –3 –4 –5
Is the treating equipment mainly used in fracturing
1. No - Yes - -
operations?
Do greater than 50% of jobs involve pumping corrosive
2. No - Yes - -
fluids as the main treatment?
3. What portion of fracturing operations are Slickwater? 0 1-20% 21-50% 51-75% 76-100%
How much proppant is typically used per frac crew per 10.1 -
4. 0 <5 5 - 10 >20
month? (in millions of pounds) 20
Table 23-2: Preparation Questionnaire
Preparation - Prevention +1 +2 +3 +4 +5
5,000
<
What is the usual treatment pressure range (psi) that this - >
1. 5,000 - -
treating equipment sees during a job? 10,000 10,000
psi
psi
What is the usual pumping rate range (bbl/min) that this 8.6 - 20.1 - 50.1
2.
treating equipment sees during a job? <=8.5 20 50 - 100 >100
Does the iron stay rigged up in the same position for more
than 7 days in a row on continuous operations (such as multi
stage or pad work)? This does not apply to cement-unit
3. No Yes
manifolds or installed iron on stimulation vessels, where the
iron remains rigged up but the frequency of operations is
not continuous daily.
Figure 23-3: Risk matrix
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Table 23-3: Risk Codes and Course of Action
Risk Code Course of Action

Code Green
Perform the Well Services Standard 23 inspection every 12 months.
Code Blue
Perform the Well Services Standard 23 inspection every 12 months, but be aware
Code Yellow
of job condition changes that may require shorter inspection periods.
Code Red and
Perform the Well Services Standard 23 inspection every 6 months.
Code Black
The recertification date calculated in the table above counts from the date of
inspection until the last day of the recertification month. For example, DD 07/12
is read as Jul 31, 2012.
23.8.1 Visual inspection

Thoroughly clean all components before performing the visual inspection.
Verify that the component was manufactured by an approved supplier as

defined in Well Services QHSE Standard 05: Wellsite Operations, InTouch
documentation ID# 3313681. Also ensure that the component has a serial
number.
Remove from service and destroy any components from non-approved suppliers.
Perform a complete visual inspection to identify points of erosion, corrosion, or

external damage such as gouges or dents. Areas requiring special attention are
the ends of NPST connections, swivel elbows, and tee and lateral junctions.
Perform an ultrasonic thickness test in any specific area of concern on
components in addition to those areas required by this standard.
Examine closely the male and female union ends to detect the possibility of a
crack, particularly at the roots of the threads. Use Magnetic Particle Inspection
(MPI) to confirm the presence of a crack.
Inspect the condition of the lugs (also called ears) of the wing nut to see if they
can be dressed and still remain within acceptable limits. See , part A.
23.8.2 Wall thickness test

Measure the wall thickness of all components using an ultrasonic thickness
tester. Each component of treating equipment has specific points of inspection
defined in the guidelines.
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Remove from service and destroy any components that show a wall thickness
equal to or less than the defined minimum wall thickness.
If the measured wall thickness is within 10% of the minimum wall thickness,
evaluate the operating conditions of the component to determine a replacement
plan.
23.8.3 Union inspection

Inspect all 1502, 1505, 2002, 2202, and 4-in 1002 unions using the appropriate
gauge kits and following procedure Well Services S23 P01: Using Gauge Kits
for Inspection.
The gauge kit is used to check the following items:
• Thread condition and wear of the wing nut

• Thread condition and wear on the female thread half
• Wear on the backside of the male hub where the wing nut rests
• Wear of the wing nut segments
Remove from service and destroy any components that fail the thread gauge
inspection.
Inspect the ends of NPST straight joints using the appropriate no-go gauge as
described in Well Services QHSE Standard 23 Procedure 01: Using Gauge Kits
for Inspection, InTouch content ID# 3313701. Any joint with a rejected end or
ends must be removed from service and destroyed.
23.8.3.1 Wing inspection

Follow S23G12 when inspecting wings.
FMC wings are now supplied with a datecode which, along with the application
for the wing, is used to determine the inspection and serialization requirements.
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Figure 23-4: FMC wing with forged datecode. The forged “14” means that after
December 2014, this wing must be inspected per Standard 23.
The datecode is the last two digits of the year (such as 2014 for the wing above).
The following tables define which unions need annual inspection.

For wings on sensors, bull plugs, and any loose wings, date coded wings are
preferred. Where this is not possible, any approved wings may be used but these
MUST be individually serialized, inspected, tested and have the next-inspection
due date stamped on them.
Table 23-4: Wings on Sensors, Bull Plugs and Loose Wings
Standard 23
Supplier Description Serialization
Inspection
With forged datecode,
Not required Not required
before expiration
With forged datecode, Replace with a current
FMC Wing after expiration Replace with a current forged-datecode
forged-datecode wing wing if possible,
if possible, inspection serialization and due
No forged datecode required if not possible date required if not
possible
Serialization and due
SPM Wing No forged datecode Required
date required
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Table 23-5: Wings on Treating Iron (Swivels, Laterals, Etc)
Standard 23
Supplier Description Serialization
Inspection
With forged datecode, As part of the treating
Required
before expiration equipment
With forged datecode, As part of the treating
FMC Wing Required
after expiration equipment
As part of the treating
No forged datecode Required
equipment
As part of the treating

SPM Wing No forged datecode Required
equipment
23.8.4 Non-destructive test

In some areas, local authorities or regulations may require the use of
non-destructive testing as part of the inspection of high-pressure equipment.
In these situations magnetic particle or dye penetration can be used.
Non-destructive testing of all components is not a requirement of this standard.
Remove from service and destroy any components that have cracks.
23.8.5 Pressure test

Pressure test all treating equipment components to their maximum working
pressure a minimum of every 12 months, or more frequently based on the HARC
in section 23.8 (p. 23-9). Do not exceed the rated working pressure.
It is not a requirement of this standard to pressure test single-piece wellhead

components that cannot be attached easily to the testing apparatus, such as
flanged adapters, cement head quick coupling to casing adapters, and other
wellhead adapters.
Always test the equipment with water. Ensure that all the air has been removed.
23.8.5.1 Acceptance criteria for the pressure test

Consider the pressure test successful if it meets the following criteria:
• No visible leaks
• Pressure is stabilized and holds steady within +/- 2.5% of the rated working
pressure for at least 3 minutes.
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If the pressure decreases from the initial test pressure and stabilizes, the
pressure can be increased one time to reach the rated working pressure.
23.8.5.2 Pressure testing equipment and safety requirements

Always use components to perform pressure testing that comply with this
standard and Well Services QHSE Standard 05: Wellsite Operations, InTouch
content ID# 3313681.
Perform the pressure test using an air operated test pump. The type of test pump
recommended is a Haskel Model D14-125 or equivalent. Ensure that the pump
has a functional pressure relief valve, set and tested at no more than 500 psi
over the expected test pressure. Point the vent line from the relief valve toward
the ground or away from any personnel.
Except for the connection directly from the pump, do not use NPT connections
on the discharge side of the pump. Only use autoclave fittings.
Use pressure gauges such that the test pressure falls within 25% to 75% of the
range of the gauge. Do not use gauges where the test pressure is being read on
the high or low end of the gauge range.
Isolate the test area and protect the operator from the high-pressure components
in case of a line failure. Ensure that the operator sees the pressure gauge at
all times.
When a pressure-test bay is used, follow the requirements of Standardized OFS

Pressure Test Bay Design Module, InTouch content ID# 4454923. When a
pressure-test bay is not used for the testing, keep all non-involved personnel at
least 60 ft from the test area.
During testing, display a warning sign, in red, in English and the most common
local language, marked as follows:
DANGER - HIGH PRESSURE TEST KEEP CLEAR
Place notices in break rooms and dressing rooms to notify all personnel that
pressure testing is taking place.
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23.8.6 Documentation
Fully document all inspections. Records of inspections are required to be
retained for the life of the equipment. Paper documentation is permitted
however electronic documentation is preferred. Regardless of which method of
documentation is used, the following information must be retained:
• Serial number
• Inspection date
• Results of all inspection steps performed:
– Visual inspection results
– Wall thickness readings
– Thread gauge pass or fail
– Pressure test chart
– Name of the person performing the inspection
– Clear indication if the component passed inspection or not
Each piece of treating equipment must be identified with a unique serial number.
This number will be associated with the component until it is removed from
service. Never reuse a serial number.
New FMC wings with a forged datecode do not need to be serialized when
placed in service if they there are used only on sensors or bullplugs and the
expiry date has not been reached.
Potential Severity: Catastrophic

Potential Loss: Assets, Personnel, Process, Reputation
Hazard Category: Pressure
NEVER weld on treating equipment.
In addition to the above, all Pressure Containing Equipment Critical must have a
Certificate of Conformity (CoC) available at the district regardless of the date it
was purchased. Additionally, each CoC issued after July 31, 2011 shall contain
the following information as a minimum:
• Serial Number of the Pressure Containing Equipment Critical

• Description of the Pressure Containing Equipment Critical
• Schlumberger PO#
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• Statement attesting that the product is manufactured to meet API Spec

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• API Shop License # (as applicable).
For Coiled Tubing PCE-critical components produced by TOT before Jul 31,
2011, it is not mandatory to have a CoC if it has the actual Original Equipment
Manufacturer (OEM) serial number and OEM logo stamped on the component.
The number must be recorded on the PCE Critical Register stating the OEM
name. It is recommended that the OEM serial number and logo on equipment
be painted in a color that surrounds the information only. This should be in a

different color from the rest of that piece of equipment.
23.8.7 Banding and serialization

Install a stainless-steel band on every piece of treating equipment. If location
requirements specify that a color-coded band is used, it must comply completely
with the color coding in Table 23-6. Where a band is not feasible (such as for
bull plugs, loose wings, valves etc), stamp the required information on the body
of the component. The following information is to be recorded on the band or
component:
• Serial number (example: 0123456789)

• Pressure rating (example: 15k)
• Type of service (standard or sour gas examples: STD, SG)
• Next inspection date (example: DD 0711).
Note
XXXing out of the old date on bands is not permitted. A new band is required
on all equipment. XXXing is permitted on component stamping.
Table 23-6: Color-coded Banding for Treating Equipment Inspection Due Dates
Band Clip
Month Color # Year
January White P000 Odd number Stainless
February Red P100 Even number Black
March Orange P200
April Light Blue P550
May Tan P302
Private
Band Clip
Month Color # Year
June Green P400
July Blue P500
August Yellow P300
September Purple P600
October Grey P700

November Brown P800
December Black P900
When treating equipment is placed in service for the first time, the next-inspection
due date (DD) can be calculated from the date the equipment is being placed in
service. For clarification: all used iron inspected will calculate the next-inspection
DD from the date of the inspection and not from the date it was put back into
service.
New FMC wings with a forged datecode do not need to be serialized or banded
when placed in service if they there are used only on sensors or bullplugs and
the expiry date has not been reached.
23.8.8 Painting
Before placing the treating equipment or component back into service paint
standard treating equipment Schlumberger Blue (white paint is permitted on N2
treating equipment) and paint flowback treating equipment and components
yellow. Always ensure that the information contained on the band is readable
and is not painted over.
For existing loose treating iron, or new loose treating iron, paint with
Schlumberger Blue water-based paint (single coat application).
For new treating iron that is part of the new equipment, paint as per Schlumberger
specification:
• Land: 3-part epoxy: primer, color coat, clear coat

• Offshore: 5-part epoxy: zinc pre-primer, intermediate primer, surfacer, color
coat, clear coat.
Private
23.9 Inspection and test guidelines and procedures

The following table lists the guidelines and procedures to be used for the
inspection and test of the respective components. These are available at
Well Services QHSE Standard 23, available from the Well Services Quality
Management System reference page, InTouch content ID# 4055049.
Table 23-7: Inspection and test guidelines

Guideline Components covered Version Date

S23G01 Swivel joints and loops 1.5 31-Mar-2016
S23G02 Straight joints, tees, laterals, adapters and ball 1.5 31-Mar-2016
injectors
S23G03 Valves and check valves 1.6 31-Mar-2016
S23G04 High-Pressure Hoses 1.6 23-May-2016
S23G05 Cement heads, casing pins, and manifolds 1.7 31-Mar-2016
S23G06 Wellhead connections 1.5 31-Mar-2016
S23G07 Manifolds for fracturing and cementing units 1.3 31-Mar-2016
S23G08 Adjustable chokes 1.3 31-Mar-2016
S23G09 CT reel swivels and shafts 1.3 31-Mar-2016
S23G10 Well control components 2.5 23-May-2016
S23G11 Components used in CO2 operations 1.3 31-Mar-2016
S23G12 Bull plugs, sensors, sensor wings, and other unions 1.6 31-Mar-2016
S23G13 Gas-Operated Relief Valves 1.3 31-Mar-2016
S23G14 Fixed Chokes 1.3 31-Mar-2016
S23G16 Crossovers and Tensile-Loaded Components 1.2 31-Mar-2016
S23G18 ePRV 1.1 31-Mar-2016
Table 23-8: Inspection and test procedures
Procedure Topic Version Date

S23P01 Using Gauge Kits 1.3 31-Mar-2016
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23-1 Treating iron inspection ﬂow chart _________________________________ 23-7

23-1 Condition Questionnaire _________________________________________ 23-11

23-7 Inspection and test guidelines ____________________________________ 23-20

23 Testing and inspection of treating equipment

23.5.3 Job supervisor responsibilities _______________________________ 23-3

23 Testing and inspection of treating

23.1 Statement of standard

Routine maintenance procedures are not a part of this standard.

Compliance with this standard is the minimum requirement from Schlumberger.

• A complete hazard assessment and risk control is performed, as per OFS

• Proper levels of management notiﬁcation(s) and approval(s) are completed.

23.5.1 Line management responsibilities

23.5.2 Sales, logistics and support personnel

23.5.3 Job supervisor responsibilities

the as low as reasonably possible

23.5.4 Responsibilities of all employees

• Understanding and complying with this standard

23.7 General requirements

23.7.1 Interchangeability concerns

23.7.2 Inspector qualiﬁcations

To be deemed qualiﬁed, inspectors must:

implementation of the relevant guidelines and procedures of this standard.

23.7.2.1 Third-party inspectors

Inspectors for component inspection according S05G07 and S23G16 must be

23.7.2.2 Certiﬁcation of Well Services locations to perform

To document the approval and design of the inspection program, the

23.7.3 Inspection equipment

repaired, or modiﬁed locally, without the manufacturer's approval.

Calibrate inspection equipment using competent certiﬁcation bodies. Ensure

Pressure gauges Annually

23.7.4 Inspection process

Figure 23-1: Treating iron inspection ﬂow chart

23.7.5 Over-pressurized equipment inspection process

Figure 23-2: Flowchart for disposition of components exposed to overpressure

The documented process referred to in the ﬂowchart consists of the following

1. Perform a thorough visual inspection focusing on cracks and distorted metal.

b. Perform a complete inspection as described in Figure 23-1, which is the

If the OEM is not available to perform inspection and recertiﬁcation, contact

Many components are inexpensive relative to the cost inspection and

23.8 Inspection requirements

Create a HARC report in QUEST, with a task/process name of "WS Standard 23

1. Answer the questions on the Conditions Questionnaire (Table 23-1) and

Table 23-1: Condition Questionnaire

month? (in millions of pounds) 20

Table 23-2: Preparation Questionnaire

Figure 23-3: Risk matrix

Table 23-3: Risk Codes and Course of Action

Risk Code Course of Action

23.8.1 Visual inspection

Verify that the component was manufactured by an approved supplier as

Perform a complete visual inspection to identify points of erosion, corrosion, or

23.8.2 Wall thickness test