1 OBJECTIVE

To define the instructions for everyone when carrying out removal, pipe repair, pipe
fabrication, pipe renewal and installation of various pipes including line tests and hydraulic
line tests.

2 SCOPE

This Specific Procedure applies to but is not limited to the following pipe systems: -

2.1 Cargo Line

2.2 Ballast Line

2.3 Sea Water Line

2.4 Inert Gas Line (l.G.S.)

2.5 Crude Oil Washing Line (C.O.W.)

2.6 Steam Line

2.7 Hydraulic Line

2.8 Fresh Water Line

2.9 Compressed Air Line

2.10 Fire Line

Uncontrolled when printed or copied
2.11 Foam Line

2.12 Conduit Pipe

2.13 Fuel Oil Line

2.14 Black Water Line

2.15 Grey Water Line

2.16 Sanitary Line

3 DEFINITIONS I ABBREVIATIONS

3.1 Repair - Pipe repair includes, but is not limited to the followings:-

a) Complete Renewal

b) Partial Renewal

Uncontrolled when printed or copied

c) Modification of Pipe System

d) Pitting Repair

e) Doubler Steel Plate repair

f) Insert Steel Plate repair

g) Welding Seam Build Up

h) Pipe Turning

i) Installation of New Pipeline

j) Pressure Test

3.2 Ferrous Metal Pipe includes, but is not limited to the following types of
pipes:

a) Mild Steel Pipe.

b) Galvanized Steel Pipe.

c) Stainless Steel Pipe.

d) Cast Steel Pipe.

3.3 Non-Ferrous Metal Pipe includes, but is not limited to the following types
of pipes:

a) Aluminum Brass

b) Copper Nickel
3.4 Non-Metal Pipe includes, but is not limited to the following types of
pipes:

a) GRP

b) PVC I CPVC

c) Polyurethane

4 ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Head, Piping and valve shall be responsible for the establishment, implementation
and maintenance of this instruction.

5 REFERENCES

a) API 5L Specification for Line Pipe

b) ASME B31.3 - Process Piping

c) MMHE Piping Yard Standard

d) MMHE/SP/MBU/QA/02 - Appendix 111 - ITP Piping Work

e) Non-Destructive Test MMHE/SP/MBU/W/04

 f) Tack Weld Procedure MMHE/SP/MBU/W/06

g) Post Weld Heat Treatment MMHE/SP//MBU/W/02

h) Welding Consumable Control MMHE/SP/MBU/W/05

i) Hot work Procedure HSEMS - MMHE/SC/CQHSE/12

j) Log Out Tag Out Procedure MMHE/SC/CQHSE/12

k) Environmental and Legal Aspects :

1. The Environmental Quality Act 1974

2. Occupational Safety and Health Act.

3. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Hazardous Waste No. 0002, 40

CFR 261.22.

4. Scheduled Waste Regulation SW 310

5. List of Environment and Legal of Significant Aspects:-

M.2.4.1.6.1.1 Waste Hydraulic Oil (Lube oil I Cargo oil)

M.2.4.1.8.2.1 Used Cotton Glove
M.2.4.1.8.3.1 Used Cotton Rags
M.2.4.1.8.4.1 Used Sodas
M.2.4.1.9.1.1 Used Hydraulic Oil
m) ) M.2.4.1.9.2.1 Used Cotton Glove
M.2.4.1.9.3.1 Used Cotton Rags
M.2.4.1.9.4.1 Used Saw dust
M.2.4.1.10.1.1 Scrap/Surplus Pipe
M.2.4.1.10.2.1 Used Cotton Glove
I) MMHE/SC/CQHSE/12 -Lifting & Hoisting Operation

n) MMHE/SP/MBU/M/15 - Lifting & Rigging Safety Precaution Guideline

o) Hot Work Safety Precaution Guideline, Specific Procedure, Doc. No.

MMHE/SP/MBU/H/25.
6 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS

6.1 Work scope shall be clearly confirmed by the Ship Owner's Authorized
Representative.

6.2 Permit to Work (PTW) shall be applied for and work activities highlighted
during the VSCC meeting.

6.3 The vessel's duty Engineer or Officer in-charge shall be duly informed and
permission granted prior to the commencement of the work.

6.4 Lockout and TagOut (LOTO) procedure shall be carried out on the hydraulic

/pneumatic system.

6.5 Workers shall be briefed on the works cope and procedure during the Toolbox
briefing; prior to the commencement of the work.

6.6 Blanks or stoppers to be installed as necessary to ensure that there is no

accidental discharge of liquid /gases from the system.

6.7 Safe access and sufficient lighting shall be provided to carry out the work.

6.8 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and Safety Equipment shall be used at all
times.
6.9 All tools used to carry out the work activities shall be appropriate for the
work, in good working condition and of the correct size.

6.10 For lifting & rigging safety precaution, please refer to:-

a) MMHEISCICQHSE/12_HSE Minimum Requirements Volume 1 Task

Specific,

Lifting & Hoisting Operation C/ause:-

7.2.3 Communication,

7.7 Inspection of Lifting Equipment

7.8 Checklist for safe use/operations of lifting equipment

b) MMHE/SP/MBU/M/15 -Lifting & Rigging Safety Precaution Guideline.

6.0 Safety Precaution

7.1 Principle of Lifting

7.2 Rigging & Lifting work process

6.11 Any related hot work activities refer to 'Hot Work ' Safety Precaution
Guideline, Specific Procedure, and Doc. No. MMHE/SP/MBU/H/25.

7 PROCEDURE

7.1 Removal of pipe from line

7.1.1 If removal of pipe is within a confined space, the "Dismantling of Oil
Pipe I

Valve in Confined Space" form is to be duly completed and the Safety Section

shall be advised accordingly . All procedures for confined space entry shall be complied with.

7.1.2 If removal of piping requires hot work to be carried out, a Hot Work
Certificate shall be duly applied for, especially when working in the vicinity of
hydrocarbons.

7.1.3 Ensure that all cutting and welding tools I equipment are in a good
condition and with a valid certificate.

7.1.4 All spills from pipes during removal shall be immediately cleaned up;
to avoid combustion , slippages of personnel or allowing a hazardous situation to develop.

7.1.5 All required openings and/or if removed pipes contain oily residue
shall be blanked accordingly with the appropriate blank material prior to transportation to the
workshop

7.1.6 If pipe to be removed is large and heavy, proper lifting operations

are to be supervise by competent riggers. Do not stand under hoisted loads.

a) Hot work shall as far as possible be avoided for the safe removal of
pipes.

b) For the safe removal of pipes, appropriate tools shall be used

without exerting too much force in order to preserve the condition of the pipe and flange
face.

c) Careful handling shall be observed during the removal and

transportation to the workshop to avoid damage including covering of pipe ends.
d) All pipes removed shall be clearly marked with a reference
code, job number and/or sub-job code on the pipe itself using either paint, permanent
marker, number punch or tags (aluminium plate or paper).

e) Prior taking out the existing pipe, all dimensions of pipe spools
and between langes shall be recorded.
Fla nge ( a) Flange (b)

-----------g

·- :i
Existi ng Spool

site- -·

Fla nge a & b

Dimension (t ) means the measurement between flange (a) and (b) that to be taken in four
(4) places at the top, left, bottom and right as marked with e1, e2 , e3 and e4 respectively.

f)The gap between flanges (without gasket) shall be taken and recorded for

future reference.

S I. ::.•. - E s;;-?; .3- • • _ _ .

fixed at site

-----1 ---------

JI G2

Gap (G) means the dimensions between two t1bnges that shall be taken in four (4)

places as marked G1, G2, G3 and G4.

g) All overboard pipe shall be properly blanked once the pipe is taken out from its position in
order to avoid any item (e.g.: blasting grit) from outside flying into the engine room and hit
the workers who is working near the overboard area and also to avoid the engine room from
being contaminated.

7.2 Pipe Fabrication

• Correct technical procedures detailing pipes of different material

(ferrous metal, non-ferrous metal and non-metal) shall be strictly adhered to.

• Actual measurements and details of the fabrication shall be provided

in writing to the fabricators.
• All proposals for changing the material type of the pipe to be fabricated
shall be provided to the Owner's representative and acknowledged in writing prior to
commencement.

7.2.1 Material Preparation.

7.2.1.1 Prepare pipe materials and fittings based on

drawing/specification or as per sample.

7.2.1.2
All new pipe materials and fittings shall be checked
and verified to be as per the Mill Certificates and
Specifications. Prepare the Incoming Material
Inspection Record.

The drawing of the pipe piece plan and system

plan shall be obtained from the Project Team.
7.2.1.3

7.2.1.4 Prepare Piping Isometric

7.2.2 Pipe Fabrication

7.2.2.1 All pipes shall be cut to size as per the pipe piece plan.

7.2.2.2 The fitting of the pipes/pipe spool fabrication shall be

based on isometric drawings generated/specification or as per sample. (kanakata)

7.2.2.3

7.2.2.4 7.2.2.5
7.2.2.6
Dissimilar type of material shall be separate
during al phase of construction to avoid any direct
contacts to prevent corrosion.

Fabrication of duplex stainless steel I stainless

steel pipe shall be carried out in separate location
from carbon steel. Duplex steel shall be cut by
grinding or machining. Fabrication shall strictly
follow by the requirement of project specification.
Extra precaution shall be carried out, ferrite content
of HAZ shall maintain as per requirement. Carbon
7.2.2.7 steel pipe, flame (or arc) cuts shall be reasonably
smooth and all oxides shall be removed from the
surface by grinding to bright material or as per
specification .

Grey pipes shall be fabricated in a clean/separate

7.2.2.8 enclosed environment. All field joints shall be
protected from environment by an approved
enclosure method, with protection from welding
sparks, impacts etc.

Fit-up assembly of pipe spool shall be

dimensionally checked against the approved
isometric drawing/specification.

Fit-up shall be done in accordance with the approved

WPS.
7.2.2.9 Tack welding shall be performed by qualified welders
using the same approved WPS.

7.2.2.10 In the event that the pipe requires bending, the pipe shall be
sent to the pipe bending section.

7.2.2.11 The accuracy of the pipe fittings shall be carried out and
verified as per the MMHEP iping Yard Standard .

7.2.2.12 The Piping Inspection Record shall be used at workshop

fabrication and on-board installation . Refer to MMHE/SP/MBU/QA/02 - Appendix Ill - ITP
Piping Work.

7.2.2.13 Upon completion of checking and verifying the edge gap,

edge angle, alignment, etc. It shall be endorsed for inspection either QC Inspector and/or
Clients Representative before welding can commence.

7.2.2.14 Upon completion of welding, a visual inspection shall be

and recorded at Piping Inspection Record. Refer to MMHE/SP/MBU/QA/02 - Appendix Ill -
ITP Piping Work.

7.2.2.15 In the event that the welding is unacceptable, the pipe

shall be repaired accordingly until it will be accepted.

) 7.2.2.16 Welding inspection shall be endorsed for inspection either

QC

Inspector and/or Client's Representative.

7.2.3 Marking and Cutting

7.2.3.1 All piping system shall be fabricated/installed and inspected

under specification/standard or drawing.

7.2.3.2

7.2.3.4

7.2.3.3

7.2.4 Welding
For Carbon Steel pipe Steel/CuNi. All sizes shall be cut mechanically
below 2" shall be using carbon free cutting disc. Plasma cutters are
mechanically cut and for not allowed to be used for cutting these materials.
larger pipe may be cut with
flame cutter. The surface to be welded shall be bevel in
accordance with the WPS and shall grounded
For Stainless Steel/Duplex smooth.

7.2.4.1 Qualified welders or welding operators shall carry out the

welding in accordance with approved Welding Procedure Specification (WPS).
7.2.4.2 7.2.4.7

7.2.4.3

7.2.4.4

7.2.4.5

7.2.4.6
Refer to Document No: heating. The use of OXY-Acetylene is prohibited.
Welder/Welding Operator lnterpass temperatures are to be monitored and
Qualification Test maintained as per section 3.0 Reference
Procedure and
Performance Control Prior to start of welding, the welder shall write his
MMHE/SP/MBU/W/01. welder's number adjacent to the joint with marker.

Before welding starts, Avoid excessive welds reinforcement. Maximum

make sure that the joint weld reinforcement is as per standards/codes or
is clean and free from dirt, approved WPS.
grease, oil, etc. Wind
protection to be provided All weld joints shall be visually inspected as per
if required. ITP requirements upon welding completion.
Piping Inspection Report Form shall be used for
Preheat shall be required recording the visual inspection and shall be
whenever specified by verified by as per ITP Piping.
the approved WPS. MMHE/SP/MBU/QA/02 - Appendix Ill - ITP
Tempilsticks shall be Piping Work
used to determine the
degree of preheating. All fabricated pipe spools shall be tagged for
Propane heating torch identification after fabrication and before
shall be utilized for pre- being sent for blasting/painting activity.

7.2.5 Non-Destructive Test (NOT) Procedure

7.2.5.1 In the event that an NOT is required to be carried out on a pipe, a request I
application shall be prepared and submitted for the NOT to be carried out on a particular
pipe.

7.2.5.2
Upon completion of the NOT, a report on the
results of the NOT shall be provided by the
person-in-charge of the NDT.

The procedure for re-inspection of repaired areas

7.2.5.3 shall be the same as per original NOT procedure.
Refer to Document: Non-Destructive Test
MMHE/SP/MBU/W/04.

Note 2:

7.2.6
An NOT shall be Classification Society or as stipulated under the
carried out only if specifications, or as directed by the Client's Rep.
required by the
vessel's Post Weld Heat Treatment (PWHT)

7.2.6.1
PWHT shall be carried out in accordance to
approved procedure. Refer to Document No: Post
Weld Heat Treatment MMHE/SP/MBU/W/02.

For weldment that required PWHT, NOT shall be

performed before and after the PWHT.

7.2.6.2

7.2.7 Pressure Test at Workshop

7.2.7.1 In the event a line test is required to be carried out,

the pipe/s shall be prepared, cleaned and free of any foreign objects.

7.2.7.2
The line test shall be in conjunction with
section 7.7 Line Test and the form Line or
Leak Testing Report (Acceptance Test).
MMHE/SP/MBU/QA/02 - Appendix Ill - ITP Piping
Work

7.3 Handling of fabricated pipes

7.3.1 After a pipe has been fabricated, the treatment shall be carried out as
per Owner's requirements. The handling prior to and after the treatment shall be as follows:

7.3.1.1
Pipe for blasting and painting (ferrous metal pipes):

a) Tape and cover important parts of pipe

(flange face, lips) before sending pipe for blasting
and painting.

b) Attach proper punched numbering

metal tag onto the pipe before sending for
blasting and painting.

c) Remove excess paint and paint dust after

painting.

7.3.1.2 Pipe for hot dipped galvanizing (ferrous metal pipes):

a) Attach proper punched numbering metal tag onto

the pipe before sending for hot dipped galvanizing.

b) Galvanizing shall be carried out after fabrication of

pipes. Before galvanizing pipes are to be finished to the appropriate grade.

c) Welding may be carried out after galvanizing only in cases

(i) -

(iv) specified below, but damaged parts shall be touched up with an approved cold
galvanizing.

i.
Sleeve welding joint
ii. iii. fabricated onboard .
Flange of adjusted
onboard pipes.

Middle flanges of adjusted-onboard

penetration pieces.
 iv. Anchoring pieces welded on
galvanized pipes after adjusting onboard.

d) Galvanizing film which peels off

continuously or is loose after a hammering test shall
be rejected. (Re-galvanizing is required for defective
parts).
7.3.1.3
e) Check quality of galvanizing and level
uneven parts after hot dipped galvanizing process.

f) A galvanized surface shall be smooth and free

from conspicuous defect such as bars spots.

Pipe for use in hydraulic oil and clean oil

system: (Ferrous metal pipes, non-
stainless steel)

Refer to MMHE/SP/MBU/Pl/05 - Hydro test,

Flushing, Pickling &
7.3.1.4

Reinstatement Procedure

Treated pipes are to be tagged with the

appropriate reference number, job number and/or
sub-job number, with the location with reference to
the ship together with an "OK" tag to indicate that
the pipe is ready for re-installation.

7.4 Handling pipes on pipe support

7.4.1 Ensure that the temporary supports are able to take on the total
load of the pipes.

7.4.2 Pipe should be arranged on supports in such a manner that the

lengths of the overhang on either side are approximately equal.

7.4.3 Pipes and temporary supports should be wedged properly at two

points on either side to prevent the pipe from rolling. Wedges are by means of wood or steel
material.

7.4.4 Whenever a length of pipe is required to be rolled, a crowbar to be

employed for this purpose.

7.4.5 Always roll pipes from the ends or from behind in order to be in
the clear position if pipe gets out of control during movement.

7.4.6
The span of the pipe supports should be pre-adjusted to
suit the length of pipes. Refer MMHE Piping Yard Standard.
7.4.7 All temporary pipe supports shall be removed after all permanent supports are in
place. Area shall ground flush and NDT shall be performed in accordance with NDT plan.

7.5 Re-installation of pipe (repair)

7.5.1 Upon completion of pipe repair, joint inspection with the Owner's
representative is to be carried out, documented and acknowledged. MMHE/SP/MBU/QA/02 -
Appendix 111 - ITP Piping Work.

7.5.2 If the pipe to be re-installed is large and heavy, proper lifting

operations are to be supervise by competent riggers. Do not stand under hoisted loads.

7.5.3 If re-installation of pipe is within a confined space, the "Dismantling Of

Oil Pipe I Valve in Confined Space" form is to be duly completed and the Safety Section shall
be advised accordingly. All procedures for confined space entry shall be complied with .

7.5.4 Ensure that all cutting and welding tools I equipment are in a good
condition and with a valid certificate.

7.5.5 Prior to removal of blanks from openings where re-installation of

the repaired/new pipe is to be carried out, LOTO procedure shall be checked and confirmed
whether still intact.

a) Existing openings for re-installation of repaired pipes shall be

thoroughly cleaned and fitted with new gaskets .

b) Pipes are to be re-installed into their original positions, in

accordance with the reference markings made prior to removal.

c) In the event the original bolts and nuts are damaged during
removal, only same size and material bolts and nuts shall be used as replacement.

d) All bolts and nuts shall be cross tightened to avoid damage I

warping of flanges. Refer to Bolt Tightening Procedure - MMHE/SP/MBU/Pl/08

e) All attachments to the pipeline such as liners, anchor piece,

clamps, etc. shall be re-fitted accordingly in the same manner as prior to removal.

7.6 Installation of pipe (new system)

7.6.1 All clash check against structural members, cable ladder and tray shall be carried out
prior to fabrication.
7.6.2 The pipe spools shall be installed in accordance with the approved
drawings. Pipe spool installation shall commence when most of the pipe supports have
been fabricated.

7.6.3 MMHE shall check and verify that the spools and pipe supports are
installed at proper elevation and correct tie-in locations . Pipes to be properly supported,
free from stress and fitted with Teflon packer under supports on deck.

7.6.4 Lifting belt or nylon sling shall be used for lifting or handling of pipe
spools or supports after completed blasting/painting. This is to prevent damage on pipe
spools or supports coating.

7.6.5 Flange faces shall be closely mated and bolts holes aligned before
making up the joint. The pipes shall not be strained into position in order to make them fit.
Pipes which do not fit satisfactorily shall be corrected and then re-stress relieved where
necessary.

7.6.6 Mating pipes, valves and fittings shall be installed with their bores
concentric and line. Any jointing fitted shall not protrude into the bore.

7.6.7 Valves are installed upon completion of hydro test and painting activities.

7.6.8 Bellows pieces or flexible units shall be installed free of distortions and
in accordance with instruction regarding offsets for thermal expansion.

) 7.6.9 The closing length of piping shall be manufactured to a sufficient

degree of

accuracy so that it can be fitted in place without undue manual effort and so that flanges
are closely mated and the bolts can be inserted freely . The flanges of the closing length
may be welded on-board . The tolerance of the angle between pipe and flange shall be ±3°
maximum.

7.6.1OAll piping must be internally air blown prior to installation to remove debris and
blasting grid. Deck piping must installed a Teflon pad to prevent from rusting.

7.7 Line test

a) The Technical Leader and the Owner's representative shall discuss the
method of testing, prior to testing .

b) The Technical Leader is to confirm with the Owner's representative the

date and time to commence the line testing .
c) A discussion with the Owner's representative shall be carried out to
determine whether the test is to be carried out with ship's pump or yard's pump. The holding
time is 1 hour.

d) Ensure that all other works on the system to be tested have been
completed, re instated and proper LOTO procedure have been disengaged.

e) Ensure that all other works in way of the system to be tested have been
completed or precautions have been taken to avoid damage due to failure of the system being
tested. i.e. water or oil leaks occurring during testing in the vicinity of blasting & painting
works, electrical works, steel renewal, machinery works, etc.)

f) To display a caution Notice Board during hydraulic / line testing.

g) Sufficient manpower is to be made available during the tests so as to

detect any leaks during the tests.

h) All leakages are to be rectified and attended to in the same manner as

carrying out a pipe repair.

i) Line test shall be endorsed to Owner's Representative for inspection and

record. Prepare the Piping Inspection Record and Line or Leak Testing Report (Acceptance
Test). MMHE/SP/MBU/QA/02 - Appendix 111 - ITP Piping Work

7.7.1 Testing by Gravity

7.7.1.1 The whole system shall be completely filled with fresh water, including a header
tank fitted at its base a connecting pipe with an outlet valve; which shall be kept shut prior
to commencement of testing.

7.7.1.2

7.7.1.4

7.7.1.3
The header tank valve
shall be opened and allow
the system to be tested
by gravity pressure only.
The top level of the
water in the header tank
shall determine the
testing pressure on the
system.
7.7.2 Pressure Testing
Related systems
Black Water Line, Grey Line, and Sanitary Line
(Medium - Fresh Water).
Environmental Instruction
Effluent shall be discharged to Potable oily water
tank or sewage treatment plant before discharging
overboard.
7.7.2.1

7.7.2.2

7.7.2.3

7.7.2.4
The whole system shall
be filled with fresh
water, which shall be
gradually pressurised to
1.25 times the working
pressure of the system or
the Owner's
requirements.
At commencement of the
pressurisation, the line
shall be bled (through a
valve in the line) to
release air locked in the
system.
All joints and equipment
connected to the system
shall be inspected
thoroughly for leakages
and the testing pressure
maintained for such time
so as to enable the entire system to be checked for
leaks. Related systems:
a) L.O service line, Marpool Line, Bunker
Line, D.O Line, HFO &
MOO Service & Transfer Line, - (Medium: Air)
b) Foam line, Steam Line, Cargo Line, Fire
Line, Condensate Line, Boiler Feed Water Line,
Fresh Water Cooling Line, Distilled and Make-up
Water Line, Inert Gas System, Compressed Air
Line, Oily Water Separator Line, Bilge line,
Chemical Dosing Line. (Medium - Freshwater)
c) Ballast Line, Sea Water Cooling Line,
Anti Fouling line, Bilge Line, (Medium - Sea
Water)
d) Sea chest area:
Ensure no people are working at the sea chest
area during blowing through the air pipeline.

7.7.2.5 Environmental Instruction:

a) Emission from line testing for the said systems in clause

7.7.2.4 item no.1 is allowed to be released into the air freely.

b) Effluent from line testing for the said systems in clause

7.7.2.4 item no.2 line can be discharged overboard excluding cargo and oily water
separator line

c) Effluent from line testing for cargo and oily water

separator line shall be discharged into the ship's slop tanks. (Waste oil/ sludge in slop tank
can be disposed by discharging the oil into waste oil tank which provided by MMHE if
required and later on must be sent to Techno lndah for further disposal under EQA 1974-
SW 310).
d) Effluent from line testing for the said systems in clause
7.7.2.4 item no.3 is allowed to be discharged overboard directly.

e) All contaminated PPE and cotton rags with cargo oil or

bilge water or oily water shall be disposed into the yellow box (schedule waste box).

7.7.3 Testing with Nitrogen Test

• Throughout the test, the Nitrogen cylinder shall be kept upright and
secured.

• Ensure that all hoses, nozzles, couplings and regulators being used for
the test have a valid certificate, correct pressure rating and in good condition.

• Nitrogen is an oxygen depleting agent, the working area shall

be well ventilated .

7.7.3.1 7.7.3.4

7.7.3.2

7.7.3.5

7.7.3.6

7.7.3.3

Uncontrolled when printed or

copied
 In the event that only a designated section of line is
to be tested, all other pipe ends shall be bypassed
and only the designated section shall be connected
7.7.3.7 to the Nitrogen cylinder.

In the event that the whole system is required to be

tested, all safety precautions associated with
Nitrogen gas leakage shall be taken . All areas
where the systems pass through shall be well
ventilated, breathing apparatus sets shall be on
standby and a "buddy" system shall be
implemented.

The test section or the whole system shall be

gradually pressurised to 1.25 times the working
pressure or to Owner's requirements.

After attaining 1.25 times the working pressure,

soapy mixture shall be applied to all joints and
repaired sections to check for leakages. If there is a
leakage, bubbles will form where the soapy
mixture is applied to.

During the de-pressurising of the section or system,

the outlet shall be as far away from work areas as
practicable and safe as possible. In the event
Nitrogen Blow Through is required to be carried out,
all bypass hoses are to be disconnected and
pressurised Nitrogen gas shall be used to blow
through the system until clean. Owner's
representative or ship staff shall be requested to
carry out joint inspection .

Related systems:

C02 Line, Oxygen and Acetylene Line, Hydraulic line.

Uncontrolled when printed or

copied
7.7.3.8 Environmental Instruction

Emission can be released into the air freely.

7.7.4 By Operational Test (Hydraulic System)

7.7.4.1 Request for ship staff to remove LOTO system

and operate hydraulic system.

7.7.4.2
Request for ship staff to operate all equipment
and machinery connected to the system.

Related systems

7.7.4.3 Hydraulic Line (Medium-

Hydraulic oil) Lube Oil Line (
Medium-Lube oil)
[Op
en]

7.7.4.4 Environmental Instruction

1) Used hydraulic oil must be

discharged into the dirty oil tank properly.(lf needed to be disposed,
the used hydraulic oil must be sent to Techno lndah and shall be
disposed under Environmental Quality Act 1974.)

2) Spillage of hydraulic oil must be

cleaned by using the cotton rugs.

3) Contaminated PPE and cotton rugs

must be disposed into the yellow box as a schedule waste.

7.7.5 Valve Leak Test

)

Valve leak test shall be carried out, refer to MMHE/SP/MBU/Pl/04 -

Valve

Pressure Testing Procedure

7.7.6 Flushing and Hydro test

Flushing and hydro test shall be carried out, refer to MMHE/SP/MBU/Pl/05 - Hydro
test, Flushing, Pickling & Reinstatement Procedure