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VERSION
DATE
AMENDMENTS
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Version 2
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First release
MARCH
2015
Contents
1
Introduction 6
2.1 Saws
2.2 Shears
2.3
2.4
Kerie cable
2.5
2.6
2.7
2.8
2.9
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10
3.1
The client
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3.2
12
3.3
13
3.4
Dive supervisor
13
3.5 Divers
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3.6
17
Equipment selection
18
4.1
18
4.2
20
4.3
23
4.4
Ground leads
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4.5
27
4.6
Continuity check
28
4.7
Oxygen
28
4.8
Oxygen hose
28
4.9
Oxygen regulators
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5 Consumables
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5.1
Tubular steel
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5.2
Exothermic
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Pre-job considerations
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Proper venting
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Divers PPE
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10.5.1 Oxygen-arc cutting curriculum for Level 1 Beginner and Refresher Training Courses
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10.5.2 Level 1 Beginner Oxy-arc Burning Course recommendations and suggested schedule
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Bibliography 82
1 Introduction
Underwater oxy-arc cutting or burning is the process of cutting materials
(generally ferrous metals) with a tool that combines oxygen and heat
to oxidize or melt the parent material. The method has been utilized
extensively in the underwater diving environment.
The frequency of diver fatalities, injuries, incidents, and asset damage
occurring while using this process continues to be unacceptably high
within the global diving industry.
Divers engaged in burning need to be competent in the task. Competency
is achieved through training, knowledge and experience.
This recommended practice has been developed to assist with the
managing this activity and to provide control measures, guidance and
processes to ensure the safe execution of this technique.
No burning operation should be executed unless planned and managed in
accordance with this report.
Diver
Person who by qualification and experience is a
competent commercial diver
2.1 Saws
Tubular members, pipelines and structural members can be readily cut
with various types of underwater saws. Many of these saws are ROV or
remotely operable.
Guillotine saws use a reciprocating hacksaw blade to make a cut. Each
stroke sets the saw deeper in the cut. They can be diver or ROV deployed.
Diamond wire saws use a continuous loop of diamond-embedded wire
rotating around a guide-wheel frame to make a cut. They can be diver or
ROV deployed.
Hydraulic ring saws are of particular value for cutting thick cross-sections.
2.2 Shears
Shears have proven to be valuable tools for remotely cutting large
diameter components.
Where there is stored residual energy in the component to be cut, this
method creates a risk to the diver.
Pyro-mechanical systems are, in general, shears. These devices use a
small low-powered explosive charge to operate the cutter as opposed to
hydraulics. They can be used to cut any shaped structural member that
will fit between the shear jaws. It can be deployed by an ROV.
2.3
2.4
Kerie cable
Kerie cable is a flexible exothermic cable suited to cutting large
components. This will require a dedicated additional training course
before use.
2.5
2.6
2.7
2.8
2.9
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3.1
The client
The client should provide information to assist the contractor in planning
and preparing for an underwater cutting operation, including:
current drawings of work site and areas specific to the burning
operation, which include pipeline drawings, platform plan and
elevation drawings, P&ID drawings, detailed deck layout drawings
a detailed Scope of Work to allow the contractor to produce workscope procedures.
The burning operation should be executed according to this report.
Any changes to the approved burning procedure should be controlled by
a Management of Change (MOC) that is approved by client and contractor
representatives.
Concerned parties, or approvers, should be pre-determined and
documented a list generated and included in the diving project plan.
Approvers may include the client, project engineer, on-site rep, contractor
management, vessel master, diving superintendent and supervisors.
The clients authorized representative should participate in the
contractors project risk assessments.
A Permit to Work should be in place for control of this activity.
3.2
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3.3
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3.4
Dive supervisor
A dive supervisor is responsible for divers overall
safety and ensures that all control measures
identified through the risk assessment process are
implemented.
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The dive supervisor should only take over or handover cold equipment.
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3.5 Divers
Divers participating in burning operations should be qualified in
accordance with this report.
Competency levels should be demonstrated and based on Table 1
(Diver competency levels).
Diver
Competency
Level
Criteria
Restrictions
3 Advanced
No other restrictions.
1 Beginner
Commercial dive: A logged dive carried out after training when the diver is employed as a
commercial diver
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3.6
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4 Equipment selection
Oxy-arc cutting equipment is basically welding equipment with
oxygen added to the process. There are many suppliers of welding
equipment globally.
4.1
The two most widely used types of welding machines used in burning are
motor generators and electric inverter machines.
The motor generators are pure DC current machines run with a
diesel engine, or electric motor, driving a DC generator.
(Newer machines may actually be AC rectified to DC.)
The inverter machines are AC rectified to DC machines utilizing
220V or 480 V.
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4.2
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Dive control
Least preferable set up is with a
twin pole knife switch
Handle hinge position lowest
Oxygen
+Ve
Oxygen
Oxygen
Ve
DC Welding Machine
Dotted line would be the cable set up for Single Pole switch
Dive control
Remote control of weld machine
DC Welding Machine
DC breaking contactor
Oxygen
+Ve
Oxygen
Oxygen
Ve
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The rocking motion of a dive vessel can affect the operation of some
breakers. These breakers should be selected on fitness for purpose
basis and the design should be carefully evaluated. Inverter type
machines are generally equipped to support remote contractor switching.
4.3
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Generally, no wire smaller than 2/0 (9.26 mm) should be used for
burning in water depths to 100 fsw (30 m).
1/0 (8.25 mm) wire is shown in Figure 3 to show amperage/voltage loss
over distance as example only.
As a rule, for water depth over 200 fsw (60 m), the wire size should
increase one size per 100 fsw (30 m). 4/0 (11.7 mm) and greater wire
should be used for any burning in excess of 400 fsw (122 m). Doubling
the wire should be considered for extreme depths over 600 fsw (183 m).
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4.4
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Ground leads
Usually the ground wire is married into the lead wire and oxygen hose to
form an umbilical but this is not always the case for surface supplied diving.
Therefore, the ground lead might be separate from the torch lead. The end
is coiled to allow the diver to place it in the immediate area of the cut.
There should be no through-water grounding.
4.5
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4.6
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Continuity check
4.7 Oxygen
Oxygen used in a burning operation should be industrial quality (greater
than 99%). A percentage reduction in oxygen purity will result in a
reduction in cutting speed.
Oxygen pressure and flow requirements should be based on the
manufacturers recommendations for the material thickness to be cut.
4.8
Oxygen hose
Oxygen hoses should have a 0.375 inch (9.53 mm) inside diameter hose
minimum.
For depths greater than 200 ft, a in (12.7 mm) hose inside diameter
might be required.
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4.9
Oxygen regulators
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5 Consumables
In oxy-arc cutting there are two basic electrode (rod) designs:
tubular steel electrode and exothermic rod.
Each rod type has its inherent strong points and weaknesses. Both types
are commonly used and the equipment is the same for each type of rod,
with the exception of higher amperage machine requirements for tubular
steel electrodes. It is not uncommon to see both types of rod on a job and
being used for the same work.
For large burning projects, the electrodes should be qualified by testing to
establish the best fit for purpose.
5.1
Tubular steel
Tubular steel rods are composed of a hollow, solid steel tube that is
coated with a flux or waterproof coating. Some designs are covered with
a waterproof coating over the flux.
The typical rod is a 5/16 in (7.9 mm) diameter tube with a concentric
through hole that is approximately 1/8 in (3.17 mm) in diameter. Tubular
steel rods can only be used for cutting when the electrical circuit is
energized (hot). Tubular steel rods require more amperage (~300 A) to
perform efficient cutting and work very well on clean steel of any shape
or design.
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Because of the need for electrical continuity, the tubular steel rods cannot
burn through heavy corrosion or marine growth efficiently. However
they can be more accurate and, because constant electrical contact
is required, when burning close to another member that must not be
damaged, rubber matting or insulation can guard against arc strike.
Typical rod travel during a cut is usually more than that of an exothermic
rod. Generally, tubular steel rods work better than exothermic rods on
steel thicknesses in excess of one inch (25.4 mm), making a cleaner cut
with less chance of an unburned section (hanger) being left behind.
Tubular steel rods produce a higher arc temperature than exothermic rods.
Arc temperature can be as high as 20,000F, depending on amperage.
5.2 Exothermic
Exothermic rods are comprised of an insulated thin sheet steel
outer cover over several small diameter alloy wires used as fuel wire.
The small diameter wires are alloyed with materials that exhibit
exothermic properties.
The rod is typically 3/8 in (9.5 mm) in diameter and the inner wires are
arranged to form a hollow centre as an oxygen path. These rods require
much less amperage or no electrical current at all after ignition.
Once the rod is ignited, the electrical current can be shut off. The heat is
maintained by thermo-chemical reaction sustained by the exothermic
materials. Some burning might require a low amperage (~150 A)
boost, especially in thicker materials. Once the oxygen is shut off, the
reaction stops.
Oxygen must be shut off from the rod to stop the burning process once
started.
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6 Pre-job considerations
This will follow the contractors process and be in addition to the support
requirements for this process.
Only use divers and supervisors that follow the training and competence
guidance of this report.
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7 On-site considerations
and the burning operation
The metal in the cut area should be thoroughly cleaned before burning
begins. Metal should be cleaned of all corrosion scale, calcareous growth
(barnacle bases) and paint or coating. Cleaning should be done on both
sides of a cut when practical.
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8 Proper venting
It is essential that a suitable gas path for the elimination of
volatile gases from adjacent to and above the cut is achieved
prior to commencing the oxy-arc cutting operation.
The diver and supervisor must ensure that this gas is being removed from the area
and not building up in pockets. This gas path confirmation can be accomplished in
several ways:
Vent holes can be drilled, or cut, above the intended cut line. If the content of
the void behind a cut is not known, drill or saw cut the holes into the material.
Vent holes made by drilling should be made with a drill using a reduced RPM
to prevent the cutting edge of the drill bit from creating enough heat to ignite a
combustible gas
Circular saws and grinders with cutting blades can produce sparks and heat
which have been known to ignite combustible gas.
Always assume hydrocarbon presence until proven otherwise.
Once penetrative holes are drilled, windows should be enlarged to allow
adequate flow to vent properly.
Prove the vent path by flowing secondary gas, such as from pneumofathometer.
Consider and verify what is behind the cut before any vent holes are made.
Stored energy can shift the material being cut.
Remove mud, grout, or other material built up behind a proposed cut. If it is
not possible to remove the background mud, use alternative cutting methods.
Oxygen or other combustible gases can naturally rise away from the cut area and
be of no consequence. Verify this. Consider internal structural braces within a
structural member such as a tubular diagonal brace with internal stiffener rings
as a possible gas entrapment. If gas introduced into the member does not vent in
a predictable amount of time, consider it as blocked and make alternative venting
schemes considered.
When burning on an incline or vertical position, do it from the top moving down to
reduce or eliminate the possibility of burning into a gas pocket. Make more than
one vent when burning in the horizontal directions
Cutting into a tubular, tank or enclosed space vent holes will be needed
Do not perform burning on a pipeline, vessel, storage tank, or anything having
previously contained a hydrocarbon product. Residual hydrocarbons in any
amount can become quite explosive when mixed with oxygen.
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9 Divers PPE
The following PPE should be worn by the diver for the burning operation in
addition to standard PPE required for all diving:
non-conductive gloves. The divers gloves should not become
saturated with or entrap gas
eye protection for arc flash in clear water with #4 shaded lens or darker.
protective clothing to protect the diver and dive suit from damage or
burns from hot slag.
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Number of students
Number of
instructors
15
5 (2 diving at a time)
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44
Hours
Criteria
Classroom
Instruction
and Assessment
Practical equipment
set-up
Dry burning
(Cutting in dry
conditions)
Wet training
modules
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In some regions where laws governing air pollution are in effect, dry burning
can be substituted for more in water burning. Dry burning is a valuable method
for understanding the concept of oxy arc burning and should be incorporated in
the training where possible and should not be deleted unless required by outside
governance.
a
45
Hours
Criteria
Classroom
Instruction and
Assessment
Wet training
modules
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Training module
Classroom
Instruction and
Assessment
Hours
8
Criteria
Lecture and instruction in the
suggested curriculum topics listed in
10.5.1 (Oxygen-arc cutting curriculum
for Level 1 Beginner and Refresher
Training Courses)
(Maybe the same module as Diver Level
1 Oxy-arc Burning Course)
Practical equipment
set-up
Observation of wet
training modules
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Normal scheme
Refresher scheme
Grandfather and
RPE scheme
Complete the
Oxy-Arc Cutting
40 Hour Training
Course
Contractor/Training prov.
perform diver experience
assessment compared to
Diver Competency Level
1, 2 or 3 (Sec 5.5)
Complete an Oxy-Arc
Cutting Refresher
Training Course
Complete an Oxy-Arc
Cutting Refresher
Training Course
Complete the
Performance Proficiency
Test equivalent to the
competency level
requalifying for (1,2 or 3)
after refresher training
Complete the
Performance Proficiency
Test to the equivalent level of
assessment (1,2 or 3) that
was conducted
Qualified Competency
Level 1 Diver Burner
Complete
Competency Level 2
Intermediate criteria
Qualified Competency
Level 2 Diver Burner
Complete
Competency Level 3
Advanced criteria
Qualified Competency
Level 3 Diver Burner
Maintain
5-hrs burning
practice in previous
12-months?
Yes
No
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Appendix A
Checklists for oxy-arc operations
Two checklists have been added for use and to give a quick reference as to what is
required both pre-operation and pre-dive.
The (pre-operation) Client Diving Representative oxy-arc cutting checklist will
provide a quick reference of compliance for project managers of both the client
organization and the contractors organization and is primarily to assist the IOGP
Diving Client Representative(s).
The (pre-dive) Diving contractor oxy-arc checklist has been created as a reference to
assist the diving contractor in managing the operation.
Appendix A - Checklists
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No.
Criteria
Yes/No
Comments
10
11
12
13
14
PTW No.
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Equipment
Oxygen
Cylinders
Yes
No
Appendix A - Checklists
55
Equipment
Oxygen Manifold
(on the Quad)
Regulator
Yes
No
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Equipment
Burn back
(automatic device designed to sever the connection between the
hose/regulator in the event of internal hose fire).
Relief valve fitted (downstream component protection)
Generally set at 90 psi over bottom, pressure reduced to 40 bar or less
at source
Oxygen Hose:
From Quad regulator to the Top-Side Burning Umbilical connection
must not be wire-reinforced.
Hoses constructed from non-conductive materials.
Hoses & Tube
runs
Oxygen hose is fit for purpose and designated for oxygen transport
by the manufacture.
Hydraulic Hose:
From Hydraulic Power Pack to the Burning Umbilical Reel
connection must not be wire-reinforced.
Hoses constructed from non-conductive materials.
Burning Umbilical: Oxygen hose fit for purpose and designated for oxygen
transport by the manufacture.
Oxygen hoses pressure tested and certified by a competent person.
Oxygen cleaned to an internationally recognized standard and certified by
a competent person.
Whip checks used where required.
Oxygen carrying hose/tube specifically related to thermal cutting operations
not bundled with life support gas, electrical, communications or other
services critical to the diver, bell or DDCs life support functions
Oxygen carrying hose/tube does not pass through machinery spaces or
other areas that contain flammable substances or may promote or enhance
combustion. (Such as hydraulic power pack rooms etc.)
Oxygen carrying hose/tube does not pass through machinery spaces or
other areas that contain flammable substances or may promote or enhance
combustion. (Such as hydraulic power pack rooms etc.)
Designated SWL must be marked on the frame
Umbilical winch
Securely sea-fastened
Load tested and deck tie down joint ND inspected
Primary Brake should be automatic when the lever returns to neutral
Secondary brake may be manual
Maximum heave force to be entered in the risk assessment
Oxygen hose connection should be on the opposite side from the
hydraulic connections.
Yes
No
Appendix A - Checklists
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Equipment
Oxygen hose to have a double block and bleed facility
Valves should be rising stem type.
Valves Fit for purpose, i.e. rated for oxygen use by the manufacturer
Valves oxygen clean
Electrical connections must be designed for the application intended and
fit for purpose.
Umbilical winch Lifting Pad Eyes in pull test and MPI date
Umbilical winch Slings & Shackles fit for purpose and in date.
Must be electrically grounded to the vessel with heavy duty cable.
AC welding current output machines are unacceptable.
Only Direct Current (DC) output machines used
Welding
Machine
Yes
No
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Equipment
Cutting
Umbilical
Yes
No
Appendix A - Checklists
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Equipment
Cables
Supported
Protected from dropped objects
Ground (positive) does not be through the vessel hull
Cables do not pass through areas that contain flammable substances.
Treat all styles with caution (Lenco style). Often they wear out due to internal
arcing eroding the contact faces.
If they get hot during operation then the joint may be high resistance.
Check the internal faces of the male and female unit for corrosion and
arc pitting also the grub screw that locks the copper wire in the connector
body. (Grub screw is likely to be low quality steel and subject to corrosion).
Cable
connectors
Cutting &
welding switch
Yes
No
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Equipment
Planning
Pre-dive checks
Yes
No
Appendix A - Checklists
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Equipment
Inspect the Torch for condition:
Large rubber washer
Rod rubber washer
Flash arrestor
Collet condition
Collet contact face condition
Condition and security of the extra flexible copper cable
Collet Nut threads
Collet Nut
Torch trigger leak and function tested
Generator on line and set to the amperage required
Generator polarity test. Electrode should negative.
Bubble test can be made by immersion of a small plate attached to
the ground lead and a rod in the Torch (remove the insulation on the
test rod. Apply current the larger bubble generation will occur at
the cable connected to the negative terminal.
Test the knife switch and torch with a rod test
Note the amperage range
Visor in place on helmet
Lens to suit water clarity No. 4, 6 or 8
Quiver full and tied shut
Spare quiver full and tied shut
Spare collets and washer on a safety pin tied three meters back from
the torch
Diver has gauntlets and rubber gloves
Spare gloves tied back beside the collets
DDC checked
Cleaning equipment inspected and power equipment tested prior to
deployment:
Water blaster
Power or Hand wirebrush
Grit Blaster
Chipping hammers
Scrapers
Small tools available:
Hammers
Dot punches
Drills
Hole saws
Grinders
Paint sticks and markers
Tape measure
Yes
No
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Equipment
Dive check
Post-dive
checks
Yes
No
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Appendix B
IOGP oxy-arc cutting training course
assessment checklist
1 Purpose
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3 Teaching Facilities
65
4 Administration
69
5 Fire Prevention
70
6 First-Aid
70
7 Training Plans
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This checklist has been developed to assist the assessment team in interpreting
the recommended practice as it relates to its guidance on training.
Diver/Supervisor certificate
Logbook entries
Training records
Contractor/Training Establishment
competence assessment
e) Experience in teaching subject
a)
b)
c)
d)
CHECKS/PROMPTS
Explanatory Notes:
(1) Poor
Does not follow guidance in IOGP Report 471. A degree of improvement is needed before achieving IOGP Member recognition
(2) Fair
Follows some of IOGP Report 471 but not to the degree needed to become IOGP Member recognized
(3) Good
Follows IOGP Report 471 to the degree needed to become IOGP Member recognized
(4) Excellent
Exceeds the guidance in IOGP Report 471 beyond what is needed for IOGP Member recognition
2.2
2.1
PURPOSE
DESCRIPTION
ITEM
Yes/
No
COMMENTS
(1), (2), (3), (4)
Facilities for practical cutting, equipment set-up and dive tanks should meet all
applicable local building and operating codes regarding structural, electrical,
compressed oxygen handling and water and industrial waste. Facilities should also
be supported by the organizations safety management system.
TEACHING FACILITIES
a) Supervisor certificate
b) Supervisor logbook
c) Experience in teaching subject
CHECKS/PROMPTS
Explanatory Notes:
(1) Poor
Does not follow guidance in IOGP Report 471. A degree of improvement is needed before achieving IOGP Member recognition
(2) Fair
Follows some of IOGP Report 471 but not to the degree needed to become IOGP Member recognized
(3) Good
Follows IOGP Report 471 to the degree needed to become IOGP Member recognized
(4) Excellent
Exceeds the guidance in IOGP Report 471 beyond what is needed for IOGP Member recognition
2.5
2.4
2.3
The Diving Supervisor will be responsible for the diving portion of the training
course. The Diving Supervisor should be certified and competent. The supervisor
should be supported with a letter of appointment from the training establishment
and/or dive contractor that is supplying the supervisor.
DESCRIPTION
ITEM
Yes/
No
COMMENTS
(1), (2), (3), (4)
The dive tank should be of suitable design and construction to allow for safe and
practical oxy-arc training. A dive tank can be substituted for a sheltered open water
location such as harbour, bay, etc. It should be large enough and deep enough to
accommodate a diver and stand-by diver, and have sufficient room to allow for
inserting, cutting, and removing tubular and flat metal material. There should be
ample room to allow divers to position properly for cutting the largest material.
Proper fire prevention equipment should be immediately available at the cutting location.
The area used to set-up and operate the oxy-arc cutting equipment should be
sufficiently constructed, located and equipped to allow for the electrical equipment
and compressed oxygen handling.
The area used for dry cutting should be properly located to allow for such activity. It
should be outside in open air or inside a shop type facility that is built and equipped
to accommodate the heat and by-products of the oxy-arc cutting process. Either
location should be constructed of materials such as steel, concrete, or gravel that
will not promote fire/combustion.
Sufficient size
Sufficient ventilation and illumination
Safe operating and viewing areas
Proper material stands and tables
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
a)
b)
c)
d)
Rooms should be clean and tidy and be maintained in a state of good repair
CHECKS/PROMPTS
Explanatory Notes:
(1) Poor
Does not follow guidance in IOGP Report 471. A degree of improvement is needed before achieving IOGP Member recognition
(2) Fair
Follows some of IOGP Report 471 but not to the degree needed to become IOGP Member recognized
(3) Good
Follows IOGP Report 471 to the degree needed to become IOGP Member recognized
(4) Excellent
Exceeds the guidance in IOGP Report 471 beyond what is needed for IOGP Member recognition
3.3
3.2
Lecture/Class Rooms
(10.2 Course contents, material and facility requirements)
3.1
Rooms should be sized appropriately for the class, and be furnished with chairs
and tables suitable for all anticipated training functions.
DESCRIPTION
ITEM
Yes/
No
COMMENTS
(1), (2), (3), (4)
a) DC output only
b) Installed correctly according to code
c) Correct amperage and duty cycle
a) Has sufficient pole disconnects
b) Electrical rating higher than source,
marked on the gear
c) Location and wiring configuration
Equipment selected for use during the training course should meet section 4 of
IOGP 471.
Training aids should be easily visible from all parts of the lecture room and where
practical equipment is used there should be a sufficient number of training aids
which should be easily accessible to all students
PowerPoint Presentations
Technique video Presentations
Cutting equipment
Diver cutting PPE
Cut coupons
Electrode samples
There should be a suitable and sufficient supply of teaching aids provided which
should be well maintained and relevant to the lecture being given.
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
f)
Working deck/area around the tank or open water location is suitably constructed
and is fit for diving and oxy-arc training tasks. It is organized and laid-out in a fashion
that promotes a safe working and observation area for personnel and equipment.
CHECKS/PROMPTS
DESCRIPTION
Explanatory Notes:
(1) Poor
Does not follow guidance in IOGP Report 471. A degree of improvement is needed before achieving IOGP Member recognition
(2) Fair
Follows some of IOGP Report 471 but not to the degree needed to become IOGP Member recognized
(3) Good
Follows IOGP Report 471 to the degree needed to become IOGP Member recognized
(4) Excellent
Exceeds the guidance in IOGP Report 471 beyond what is needed for IOGP Member recognition
3.5
3.4
ITEM
Yes/
No
COMMENTS
(1), (2), (3), (4)
Cutting rods of both types, exothermic and tubular steel should meet section 5.
Compressed oxygen equipment meets 4.7, 4.8 and 4.9. Care of maintenance and
handling meets oxygen cleaning practice, such as IMCA D031 Cleaning for Oxygen
Service or an equivalent practice.
There should be equipment set-up, testing and operation procedures in the vicinity
of the operation area and made available to the instruction staff and students.
There should be PPE that is suitable for the Dry and Wet Cutting portions of the
training.
Diving equipment should be inspected and be compliant with the relevant sections
of the IMCA D023 or IMCA D 040 design standard.
Dive Equipment
Electrical cables, torch lead, ground lead, and splicing hardware meets 4.3, 4.4 and 4.5.
CHECKS/PROMPTS
DESCRIPTION
Explanatory Notes:
(1) Poor
Does not follow guidance in IOGP Report 471. A degree of improvement is needed before achieving IOGP Member recognition
(2) Fair
Follows some of IOGP Report 471 but not to the degree needed to become IOGP Member recognized
(3) Good
Follows IOGP Report 471 to the degree needed to become IOGP Member recognized
(4) Excellent
Exceeds the guidance in IOGP Report 471 beyond what is needed for IOGP Member recognition
3.6
ITEM
Yes/
No
COMMENTS
(1), (2), (3), (4)
a) Lecture times
b) Enabling objectives
c) Examples and application of the topics
a) Covers the theoretical sections
b) Questions are representative of material
covered
There should be written or computer based tests that cover the theoretical
portions of the training course. These should be satisfied before practical
assessment begins.
a) Passport validation
b) Logbook validation
c) Diving certificate validation
a) Course syllabus
b) Course manual
There should be a written Training/Lesson Plan that lays out the steps and flow
of the course. It should be broken down into timed modules based on subject,
objective and application.
Confirmation should be sought to ensure that the school has taken all
reasonable measures to ensure that no fraudulent means have been employed
to obtain a certificate of training, e.g. the use of a substitute to undertake the
training and examination.
Student Identification
The training establishment should set the attendance and pass/fail criteria for
the training course. The attendance criteria in section 10 should be observed.
Retest criteria should also be identified. This should written into a course
procedure or syllabus.
CHECKS/PROMPTS
Explanatory Notes:
(1) Poor
Does not follow guidance in IOGP Report 471. A degree of improvement is needed before achieving IOGP Member recognition
(2) Fair
Follows some of IOGP Report 471 but not to the degree needed to become IOGP Member recognized
(3) Good
Follows IOGP Report 471 to the degree needed to become IOGP Member recognized
(4) Excellent
Exceeds the guidance in IOGP Report 471 beyond what is needed for IOGP Member recognition
4.3
4.2
4.1
ADMINISTRATION
DESCRIPTION
ITEM
Yes/
No
COMMENTS
(1), (2), (3), (4)
At the dive tank there should be a medical kit that meets the DMAC 15 standard,
AED and a personnel litter suitable for transporting injured personnel. Staff should
be trained in the use of AED.
There should be adequate first aid supplies readily available which should be
checked and replenished regularly.
a) Last inspection
There should be suitable emergency exits from all areas which should be clear of
obstructions, clearly sign posted and can be opened from the inside.
FIRST AID
a) Certificate of completion
b) Logbook entries
Provision should be made for students who are unfamiliar with the location so that
all reasonable precautions are in place to ensure the safety of all personnel who
attend the courses.
FIRE PREVENTION
a) Attendance rosters
b) Exam and quiz register
c) Practical assessment of task check lists
CHECKS/PROMPTS
Explanatory Notes:
(1) Poor
Does not follow guidance in IOGP Report 471. A degree of improvement is needed before achieving IOGP Member recognition
(2) Fair
Follows some of IOGP Report 471 but not to the degree needed to become IOGP Member recognized
(3) Good
Follows IOGP Report 471 to the degree needed to become IOGP Member recognized
(4) Excellent
Exceeds the guidance in IOGP Report 471 beyond what is needed for IOGP Member recognition
Student Tracking
4.4
DESCRIPTION
ITEM
Yes/
No
COMMENTS
(1), (2), (3), (4)
The Lesson Plan should be laid out to clearly identify each lesson topic and the
associated elements that make up each topic.
These objectives give the instructor the ability to measure the success of the
student in each lesson. Students should not pass the course unless all terminal
objectives are satisfied.
The (TLO) should identify what task the student should be able to demonstrate
correctly to the instructor. The (EO) are the smaller tasks or steps that are
performed in order to accomplish the (TLO).
Each Lesson should be supported with the Terminal Learning Objectives (TLO) and
Enabling Objectives (EO).
The Lesson Plan should be made up of individual lessons that are consistent with
the course topics identified in bulleted sections of 10.5.
The training course should be planned and laid out in such a way that it is delivered
logically and effectively to the students. Instructors should have a written plan that
modulates and organizes the topics and objectives into deliverable units. Each unit
should be planned to allow a certain amount of lecture and/or practical hands-on time.
This will assist the training establishment with ensuring consistency of delivery.
a) Lesson plan
b) Terminal Learning Objectives are identified
c) Enabling Objectives are used to support
the TLO
d) TLO are measurable and can be
demonstrated to the instructor
CHECKS/PROMPTS
Explanatory Notes:
(1) Poor
Does not follow guidance in IOGP Report 471. A degree of improvement is needed before achieving IOGP Member recognition
(2) Fair
Follows some of IOGP Report 471 but not to the degree needed to become IOGP Member recognized
(3) Good
Follows IOGP Report 471 to the degree needed to become IOGP Member recognized
(4) Excellent
Exceeds the guidance in IOGP Report 471 beyond what is needed for IOGP Member recognition
7.2
7.1
TRAINING PLANS
(10.2 Course contents, material and facility requirements)
DESCRIPTION
ITEM
Yes/
No
COMMENTS
(1), (2), (3), (4)
7.3
CHECKS/PROMPTS
Explanatory Notes:
(1) Poor
Does not follow guidance in IOGP Report 471. A degree of improvement is needed before achieving IOGP Member recognition
(2) Fair
Follows some of IOGP Report 471 but not to the degree needed to become IOGP Member recognized
(3) Good
Follows IOGP Report 471 to the degree needed to become IOGP Member recognized
(4) Excellent
Exceeds the guidance in IOGP Report 471 beyond what is needed for IOGP Member recognition
DESCRIPTION
ITEM
Yes/
No
COMMENTS
(1), (2), (3), (4)
CHECKS/PROMPTS
Explanatory Notes:
(1) Poor
Does not follow guidance in IOGP Report 471. A degree of improvement is needed before achieving IOGP Member recognition
(2) Fair
Follows some of IOGP Report 471 but not to the degree needed to become IOGP Member recognized
(3) Good
Follows IOGP Report 471 to the degree needed to become IOGP Member recognized
(4) Excellent
Exceeds the guidance in IOGP Report 471 beyond what is needed for IOGP Member recognition
7.5
7.4
DESCRIPTION
ITEM
Yes/
No
COMMENTS
(1), (2), (3), (4)
7.6
7.7
CHECKS/PROMPTS
Explanatory Notes:
(1) Poor
Does not follow guidance in IOGP Report 471. A degree of improvement is needed before achieving IOGP Member recognition
(2) Fair
Follows some of IOGP Report 471 but not to the degree needed to become IOGP Member recognized
(3) Good
Follows IOGP Report 471 to the degree needed to become IOGP Member recognized
(4) Excellent
Exceeds the guidance in IOGP Report 471 beyond what is needed for IOGP Member recognition
DESCRIPTION
ITEM
Yes/
No
COMMENTS
(1), (2), (3), (4)
7.8
7.9
CHECKS/PROMPTS
Explanatory Notes:
(1) Poor
Does not follow guidance in IOGP Report 471. A degree of improvement is needed before achieving IOGP Member recognition
(2) Fair
Follows some of IOGP Report 471 but not to the degree needed to become IOGP Member recognized
(3) Good
Follows IOGP Report 471 to the degree needed to become IOGP Member recognized
(4) Excellent
Exceeds the guidance in IOGP Report 471 beyond what is needed for IOGP Member recognition
A JSA should be performed at the beginning of the lesson covering relevant areas.
The time taken for this lesson should be a 3 5 hours. Personnel should practically
set-up and test all the equipment identified in section 5.
DESCRIPTION
ITEM
Yes/
No
COMMENTS
(1), (2), (3), (4)
7.10
CHECKS/PROMPTS
Explanatory Notes:
(1) Poor
Does not follow guidance in IOGP Report 471. A degree of improvement is needed before achieving IOGP Member recognition
(2) Fair
Follows some of IOGP Report 471 but not to the degree needed to become IOGP Member recognized
(3) Good
Follows IOGP Report 471 to the degree needed to become IOGP Member recognized
(4) Excellent
Exceeds the guidance in IOGP Report 471 beyond what is needed for IOGP Member recognition
A JSA and Hot Work permit should be issued for this lesson. Additional personnel
may need to be present for the role of Fire Watch.
This exercise should employ roll play between the diver and supervisor so that
proper communication and terminology is practiced before entering the water.
The time taken for this lesson should be a minimum of a half day. Personnel
should practice the burning techniques of each rod type in dry conditions, as
closely resembling the set up for in-water as possible.
This module may be substituted for in-water training when circumstances dont allow
for dry training.
DESCRIPTION
ITEM
Yes/
No
COMMENTS
(1), (2), (3), (4)
7.11
CHECKS/PROMPTS
Explanatory Notes:
(1) Poor
Does not follow guidance in IOGP Report 471. A degree of improvement is needed before achieving IOGP Member recognition
(2) Fair
Follows some of IOGP Report 471 but not to the degree needed to become IOGP Member recognized
(3) Good
Follows IOGP Report 471 to the degree needed to become IOGP Member recognized
(4) Excellent
Exceeds the guidance in IOGP Report 471 beyond what is needed for IOGP Member recognition
During the wet tank practical training module the diving supervisor ensures and
observes that proper diving procedures, checks and operations are conducted
during the cutting training.
Pre-dive checks
Pre-dive briefing
Top-side crew using proper PPE
Diver proper wearing of apparatus and cutting PPE
Proper umbilical tending
Proper monitoring divers gas manifold
Tracking dive profile and time
Dive record sheets
Post dive checks
Post dive briefing
Instructors should be monitoring for the same items in the wet exercise as the dry
exercise.
Injured diver recovery and emergency planning shall be performed before diving.
A JSA and Hot Work permit is performed before diving and cutting operations begin.
The time taken for this lesson should be a minimum of 24 hours. Personnel should
practice the burning techniques of each rod type in an underwater environment.
A tank or open water location is acceptable, so long as it meets the requirements
of Items 3.6 and 3.7 of this checklist.
DESCRIPTION
ITEM
Yes/
No
COMMENTS
(1), (2), (3), (4)
Explanatory Notes:
(1) Poor
Does not follow guidance in IOGP Report 471. A degree of improvement is needed before achieving IOGP Member recognition
(2) Fair
Follows some of IOGP Report 471 but not to the degree needed to become IOGP Member recognized
(3) Good
Follows IOGP Report 471 to the degree needed to become IOGP Member recognized
(4) Excellent
Exceeds the guidance in IOGP Report 471 beyond what is needed for IOGP Member recognition
Exothermic rod
Burn 6 inch Schedule 80 pipe using no
more than 4 rods. No Hangers.
Burn 1 inch clean steel for a distance
of 18 inches using no more than 6 rods.
No Hangers.
Burn 2 inch clean steel for a distance
of 18 inches using no more than 10 rods.
No Hangers.
Students should utilize and be tested on both exothermic and tubular steel
cutting rods.
Terminal Objective:
7.12
CHECKS/PROMPTS
DESCRIPTION
ITEM
Yes/
No
COMMENTS
(1), (2), (3), (4)
Explanatory Notes:
(1) Poor
Does not follow guidance in IOGP Report 471. A degree of improvement is needed before achieving IOGP Member recognition
(2) Fair
Follows some of IOGP Report 471 but not to the degree needed to become IOGP Member recognized
(3) Good
Follows IOGP Report 471 to the degree needed to become IOGP Member recognized
(4) Excellent
Exceeds the guidance in IOGP Report 471 beyond what is needed for IOGP Member recognition
Exothermic rod
Burn 6 inch Schedule 80 pipe using no
more than 3 rods. No Hangers. 5 minutes
start to finish.
Burn 1 inch clean steel for a distance
of 18 inches using no more than 5 rods.
No Hangers. 15 minutes start to finish.
Burn 2 inch clean steel for a distance
of 18 inches using no more than 9 rods.
No Hangers. 18 minutes start to finish.
Terminal Objective:
7.13
CHECKS/PROMPTS
DESCRIPTION
ITEM
Yes/
No
COMMENTS
(1), (2), (3), (4)
Explanatory Notes:
(1) Poor
Does not follow guidance in IOGP Report 471. A degree of improvement is needed before achieving IOGP Member recognition
(2) Fair
Follows some of IOGP Report 471 but not to the degree needed to become IOGP Member recognized
(3) Good
Follows IOGP Report 471 to the degree needed to become IOGP Member recognized
(4) Excellent
Exceeds the guidance in IOGP Report 471 beyond what is needed for IOGP Member recognition
Exothermic rod
Burn 6 inch Schedule 80 pipe using no
more than 3 rods. No Hangers. 4 minutes
start to finish.
Burn 1 inch clean steel for a distance
of 18 inches using no more than 5 rods.
No Hangers. 12 minutes start to finish.
Burn 2 inch clean steel for a distance
of 18 inches using no more than 9 rods.
No Hangers. 15 minutes start to finish.
Students should utilize and be tested on both exothermic and tubular steel cutting
rods.
Terminal Objective:
7.14
CHECKS/PROMPTS
DESCRIPTION
ITEM
Yes/
No
COMMENTS
(1), (2), (3), (4)
7.15
CHECKS/PROMPTS
Explanatory Notes:
(1) Poor
Does not follow guidance in IOGP Report 471. A degree of improvement is needed before achieving IOGP Member recognition
(2) Fair
Follows some of IOGP Report 471 but not to the degree needed to become IOGP Member recognized
(3) Good
Follows IOGP Report 471 to the degree needed to become IOGP Member recognized
(4) Excellent
Exceeds the guidance in IOGP Report 471 beyond what is needed for IOGP Member recognition
Lesson Plan should cover the following topics and be relevant to the supervisor
during an oxy-arc cutting operation:
Risk Assessment and MOC
Principles of operation
Cutting rods
Diving Supervisors that require training that are not participating in the diver
Level1 course should be trained to the same topics and objectives identified in
sections 7.2 7.9 of the Diver Level 1 course.
DESCRIPTION
ITEM
Yes/
No
COMMENTS
(1), (2), (3), (4)
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