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Contents
1 Scope……………........................................... 2
2 Purpose.......................................................... 2
3 References..................................................... 2
4 Abbreviations and Definitions......................... 5
5 Inspection Strategy.…………………………… 8
6 Instructions……………………………..….…... 9
7 Responsibilities……………………..….…….. 17
1 Scope
1.1 This inspection procedure specifies the minimum requirements for in-service
inspection of subsea assets owned and operated by Saudi Aramco operating
facilities.
1.2 The procedure applies to static subsea assets including submarine pipelines,
offshore platforms, free standing conductors and other submerged structures.
1.3 Exclusions
The following are excluded from this procedure
1.3.1 Subsea assets in Saudi Aramco operations which are covered by other
Saudi Aramco regulations, such as loading hoses of Single Point Mooring
which are covered under GI-0086.001 “Handling, Storage, Inspection and
Testing of SPM Hoses in the Field”
2 Purpose
2.2 The subject procedure is also meant to provide a standardized framework for
subsea inspection program including inspection strategy, inspection
requirements, personnel qualifications, records keeping, responsibilities and
defects evaluation & repairs.
3 References
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4.1 Abbreviations
ACFM Alternating Current Field Measurement
AWS American Welding Society
API American Petroleum Institute
ASME American Society of Mechanical Engineers
CP Cathodic Protection
CSD Consulting Services Department
CSWIP Certification Scheme for Welding Inspection Personnel
CVI Closed Visual Inspection
DN Defect Notification
EIS Equipment Inspection Schedule
FMD Flooded Member Detection
GVI General Visual Inspection
ILI In-Line Inspection
ISO International Organization for Standardization
ITU Inspection Technology Unit
IMCA International Marine Contractors Association
MPI Magnetic Particle Inspection
NAOO Northern Area Oil Operation
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4.2 Definitions
As-built Survey: Survey of the installed and completed subsea asset system that
is performed to verify that the completed installation work meets the specified
requirements, and to document deviations from the original design, if any.
Class B Welds: Class B underwater welds are intended for less critical
applications where lower ductility, moderate porosity, and other limited
discontinuities can be tolerated. Refer to AWS D3.6M.
Debris: Any objects (metallic & nonmetallic) near or contacting the asset that
may cause damage to the asset or create and addition current demand on the in
place CP system.
Fixed Platform: A platform extending above and supported by the sea bed by
means of piling, spread footings, or other means with the intended purpose of
remaining stationary over an extended period. Fixed platforms may be entirely
subsea or have part of the structure above sea level.
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Splash Zone: Area of a structure that is frequently wetted due to waves and
tidal variations.
Pipeline End Manifold (PLEM) Piping: All piping components between the
end flange of a submarine loading line and the connection to underbuoy hoses of
a single point mooring.
Riser: That part of a submarine pipeline that is situated between the connecting
flange at the seabed nearest to the platform and the first flange above water level.
Submarine Pipelines: All lines used for the transportation of fluids and/or
gases, installed on or below the seabed between an offshore facility and the
demarcation point onshore or another offshore facility.
Wet Welding: Welding at ambient pressure with the welder/diver in the water
and with no mechanical barrier around the arc.
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5 Inspection Strategy
5.1.1 All subsea assets covered by this procedure shall have an approved EIS
with the inspection intervals specified in accordance with SAEP-20.
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Level III survey consists of underwater NDT based on the results of the
Level I or II survey areas of known or suspected damage. This level of
inspection is primarily designed to provide data that can be used to
perform a structural assessment and will often require the use of NDT
techniques. Level III inspections may also be included in
scheduled/programmed inspection surveys.
6 Instructions
6.1 Safety
6.1.1 All Offshore work permits shall strictly follow the procedures and
policies specified in GI-0002.100 “Work Permit System”, MIM1193.501
“Work Permits” and MIM 1201.007 “Marine Safe Working Practice”.
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6.2.2 Structures
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6.2.2.3 A debris survey covering the seabed inside the structure and a
20 foot perimeter of the structure shall be performed as part of
the general visual inspection. A debris survey shall identify
and locate debris that potentially harmful to platform structural
integrity. Small debris items should be removed from contact
with the platform if they are metallic or if they obstruct
inspection activities. Large items that cannot be moved shall
be recorded. Debris presence may be an indicator of potential
mechanical damage. When large or heavy items of debris are
discovered, the structure above should be checked for
mechanical damage. Significant metallic debris in contact with
the structure has the potential to increase the load on the CP
system and should be cleared.
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6.2.2.8 Close Visual Inspection (level II) shall conducted based on the
results of Level I survey. Level II inspection is also
recommended to be conducted at nodal attachments/welds of
aging platforms (above 25 years), where 20% of
attachments/welds are covered by Level II inspection.
Inspection areas shall be selected based on the significance to
to platform system capacity. The recommended areas of
inspection are leg to brace welds and the first welds in the legs
above mudline. Areas subjected to Level II inspection shall be
sufficiently cleaned of marine growth using hand tools or a
high pressure water jetting system to permit thorough
inspection. Weld/joint NDT and thickness measurement may
be used to complement the close visual inspection.
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6.3.8 All welders and welding operators shall be qualified in accordance with
AWS D3.6M and SAEP-323, as applicable.
6.4.1 When CP potential readings are less than the minimum potential
accepted by SAEP-333, the proponent origination shall investigate the
reason for low potentials. Low CP potential readings indicate that the
structure or the pipeline is not adequately protected by CP. Possible
reasons could be; anode depletion or major coating failure. Remedial
measures shall be identified and an appropriate course of action taken.
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This may include installing additional anodes. The additional anodes can
be either clamped, welded or bolted to structure/pipeline.
6.4.2 Normally, marine growth is conductive and will not shield the CP
current.
6.4.3 Coating maintenance and repairs for offshore splash shall be made in
accordance with SAES-H-004 requirements.
6.4.4 Concrete weight coat damage (cracked or detached) longer than 3 meters
shall be rectified by installing mattress(es) or shall be subjected to
further detailed evaluation and analysis by proponent engineering group
or CSD. Less than 3 meters isolated concrete weight coat damages where
the distance between each damage is 24 meters are acceptable. Such
isolated weight coat damages will not affect the global on-bottom
stability of the pipeline.
6.4.5 Free spans exceeding the maximum allowable free span length shall be
rectified by installing support grout bag(s). In cases where no data about
allowable free span length is available, free span limits tabulated in
Tables 1 and 2 can be used for liquid and gas services respectively.
If free span lengths are found exceeding applicable value from Tables 1
or 2, then the free span shall be rectified or subjected to further
evaluation by CSD.
Table 1 - Allowable Free Span Length (in meters) for Liquid Services
Diameter
Material Grade OD:(6-10) OD:(12-16) OD:(20-30) OD:(32-48)
X 52 3 8 9 11
X 60 4 9 11 13
X 65 6 10 15 20
Table 2 - Allowable Free Span Length (in meters) for Gas Services
Diameter
Material Grade OD:(6-8) OD:(10-16) OD:(22-32) OD:(36-48)
X 52 3 5 9 13
X 60 3 7 10 15
X 65 4 9 11 16
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6.4.7 Local scour deeper than 1.5 meter shall be reported to CSD for
evaluation. Sample of soil in the vicinity of sour shall be collected and
sent to CSD along with the scour depth. The scour depth shall be
measured from the last horizontal member.
6.4.8 Welds cracks in the structure shall be reported to CSD for further
evaluation through CRM request. Crack location, size and type (through
thickness or surface crack) are the required information to perform the
evaluation. A structural drawing or sketch showing the location of the
crack in the member/node and the location of the member/node shall also
be provided.
6.4.10 Welding repiars shall be made using WPS approved by CSD. Repairs of
damages in monel cladding at splash zone can be made by already
approved welding procedures available with CSD. Areas of repairs shall
be testing using dye penetrant inspection.
6.4.14 Other structural damage such as excessive dents and out member
out-of-straightness shall be measured and reported to CSD for
evaluation.
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6.5.1 MPI can be applied to indicate any non-visible surface indication. MPI
cannot be used to measure the depth of a crack. When MPI to be
performed, the surface shall be cleaned to SA 2 ½ using low pressure grit
entrainment.
6.5.2 ACFM can be used for detection and sizing of surface breaking cracks
in metallic components and welds. ACFM inspection can be performed
through paint and coatings, hence it is considered to be a faster and more
economic technique.
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6.6.3 Pre-T&I and Post T&I Reporting shall be made according to SAEP-1161.
6.6.4 Subsea assets shall have a permanent and progressive set of records
maintained for the entire asset life time. This includes:
6.6.5 In case of welding repairs, records shall be kept for qualifications of all
welders/welding operators, WPS qualifications or other tests that are
made.
6.6.6 A video or photographic survey, where items of damage are found, shall
be recorded and submitted to Saudi Aramco.
7 Responsibilities
7.1.1 Ensures that subsea assets are inspected as per the approved EIS.
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7.1.2 Notifies inspector of any operations upset relating to subsea assets during
OME meeting.
7.3.3 Coordinate with ITU for any technical advice required pertaining to
these inspections and for review and approval in case a new technology
proposal is not covered under this procedure.
7.3.5 Ensure that all inspection records are mantained in according to this
SAIP.
7.4.3 Report all identified defects to operations foremen and issue DN.
7.5.1 Provide qualified personnel and proper tools to perform the inspections
in according to this SAIP.
7.5.3 Submit detailed inspection report fulfilling the requirements of this SAIP
to Saudi Aramco.
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Revision Summary
10 March 2016 New Saudi Aramco Inspection Procedure. This inspection procedure specifies the minimum
requirements for in-service inspection of subsea assets owned and operated by Saudi
Aramco operating facilities. The procedure applies to static subsea assets including
submarine pipelines, offshore platforms, free standing conductors and other submerged
structures.
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Structure
Inspection Unit Description Checklist
Off-Shore Structure
Plant No. Inspection Date
Equipment No. Last Inspection Date
# ITEM Yes No N/A COMMENTS
Depth (m): , ,
1 No scour or seabed instability is found.
Leg #: , ,
2 No flooded members are found # of Flooded members:
Maximum Anode Depletion:
3 Corrosion cathodic protection system is acceptable Min CP Potential :
Max CP Potential :
4 CP cables are in good condition and anodes are secured
5 Construction joints (weld, construction joints) are in good condition
6 Splash zone of structure is in good condition
7 Monel cladding seal is in good condition
8 Monel cladding sheets are in good condition
No mechanical damage ( e.g crack, collision, deformation, dents…etc) is
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found
10 No harmfull debris are found
Structure members are in good condition and no missing or separated
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members
Bolted connection(s) and clamp (s) of of risers, J-tubes, are secure and in
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good condition
Check below if applicable
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Pipeline
Inspection Unit Description Checklist
Submarine Pipeline
Plant No. Inspection Date
Pipeline No. Last Inspection Date
# ITEM Yes No N/A COMMENTS
1 No Free span is found Fill table below
2 Artificial supports installed to reduce free span are in good condition No. of artificial supports:
Maximum Anode Depletion:
3 Corrosion cathodic protection system is acceptable Min CP Potential :
Max CP Potential :
4 CP cables are in good condition and anodes are secured
5 No excessive pipe movements including expansion effects
6 Integrity of mechanical connections and flanges are is good
Location (KP):
Type (longitudinal cracks, de-
7 No weight coat damage
lamination or WC loss):
Length:
No mechanical damage ( e.g. crack, collision, deformation, dents…etc.) is
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found
No major debris on, or close to, the pipeline that may cause damage to the
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pipeline or the external corrosion protection system
Check below if applicable
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