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1 Scope............................................................. 2
2 Applicable Documents.................................... 2
3 Acronyms and Definitions............................... 5
4 Inspection Department (ID)
Responsibilities…………………………... 9
5 Project Inspection Engineering Support
Unit (PIESU) Responsibilities……….… 12
6 Assessment and Contracts Unit
(ACU) Responsibilities.......................... 13
7 Vendor Inspection Division (VID)
Responsibilities..................................... 13
8 Operations Inspection Division (OID)
Responsibilities..................................... 17
9 Projects Inspection Division (PID)
Responsibilities..................................... 19
10 Inspection Department Quality Reporting
Responsibilities..................................... 28
11 Deviations to Company Requirements…….. 30
1 Scope
1.1 This procedure defines the responsibilities and activities of the Inspection
Department (ID) on all projects managed by Project Management including
Third Party projects as per SAEP-50 and SAEP-21.
1.2 This procedure covers only quality management system activities during the
project life cycle.
Exception:
2 Applicable Documents
The requirements contained in the following documents apply to the extent specified in
this procedure.
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Drafting Manual
3.1 Acronyms
AOC-H : Aramco Overseas Company – The Hague
AOC-T : Aramco Overseas Company - Tokyo
ACU : Assessment and Contracts Unit / ID
ANDT : Automated Non-Destructive Testing
ANDTU : Advanced Non-Destructive Testing Services Unit / ID
APIS : Area Projects Inspection Section
APIU : Area Projects Inspection Unit
ASC : Aramco Services Company, Houston
BP&CTU : Batch Plants & Civil Testing Unit / ID
CAR : Corrective Action Request
CNDT : Conventional Non-Destructive Testing / ID
CNDTU : Conventional Non-Destructive Testing & Projects Support Unit/ID
EIS : Equipment Inspection Schedule
GIS : General Inspection Services
IAI : Inspection Agencies Index
ID : Inspection Department
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IK : In Kingdom
IL : Inspection Lot
ISO : International Organization for Standardization
LSPB : Lump Sum Procure-Build
LSTK : Lump Sum Turn-Key
MCC : Mechanical Completion Certificate
MPCS : Mechanical Performance and Closeout System
MSAER : Mandatory Saudi Aramco Engineering Requirement
OID : Operation Inspection Division / ID
OOK : Out of Kingdom
PIESU : Project Inspection Engineering Support Unit / ID
PQI : Project Quality Index
PQL : Project Quality Leader
PQM : Project Quality Manager
SAIC : Saudi Aramco Inspection Checklist
SAIR : Saudi Aramco Inspection Representative
SAPMT : Saudi Aramco Project Management Team
SATIP : Saudi Aramco Typical Inspection Plan
VID : Vendor Inspection Division / ID
VQI : Vendor Quality Index
3.2 Definitions
For the purpose of this procedure, the following definitions apply. Further quality
definitions can be located in ISO 9000.
Batch Plants: Ready-Mix Concrete Batch Plants, Precast Plants and Asphalt
Batch Plants.
Hold Point (H): An inspection point beyond by which an activity shall not
proceed without the attendance/approval of the relevant Saudi Aramco
inspection unit. Contractor's QC Inspector shall provide sufficient notification
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time depending on location of the area to be inspected and the nearest inspection
office responsible for a specific project.
Inspection & Test Plan (ITP): An ITP is a document based on the detailed
manufacturing, fabrication and construction program which identifies each
process description, sets out the related sequence of activities to be inspected,
examined and tested and lists the relevant approved procedures for a particular
material, component, assembly, or, in some cases, type of work. It shall include
identification of requirements for documents, acceptance criteria to be used, who
is responsible for what, the inspection surveillance to be performed and the type
and level of inspection including hold, witness and review points of
Contractor/Sub-contractor and Saudi Aramco. This ITP refers to the Inspection
& Test Plans (ITPs) generated by vendors/manufacturers as part of VID
requirement.
Mid Form Contract (MFC): Mid form contracts are used where the total
estimated value of the work does not exceed US$ 5 million and the duration of
work does not exceed three years.
Quality Control (QC): The operational techniques and activities that are used
to fulfill requirements for quality.
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Review Hold Point (RH): A review hold point is an inspection point by which
quality documents are required to be submitted for review and at which a work
activity cannot proceed without Saudi Aramco approval.
Saudi Aramco Typical Inspection Plans (SATIPs): Inspection and Test Plans
(ITPs) that are generated by Saudi Aramco Inspection Department customized
for use in Saudi Aramco-managed construction projects. SATIPs may, at the
option of a Contractor may be used in lieu of their internal ITPs.
Short Form Contract (SFC): Short form contracts are used where the total
estimated value of the work does not exceed US$ 1 million and the duration of
work does not exceed six months.
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4.2 Inspection Department will consistently provide inspection services that meet or
exceed our customers’ requirements. This shall be achieved through continual
improvement of the effectiveness of ID’s Quality Management System.
4.2.1 Provide inspection services for Saudi Aramco throughout the various
phases of the project (i.e., proposal, design, procurement, fabrication,
construction, pre-commissioning). This is accomplished through direct
inspection, monitoring and quality assessments as required.
4.2.4 Provide inspection services that ensure the safe operation of all
permanent lifting equipment working in Company facilities.
4.4.1 ID shall monitor and assess the Quality Management System and
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4.5.2 ID will assign a Project Quality Manager during project proposal, who at
the discretion of the ID Manager, will be supported by additional ID
personnel at the design offices and construction sites as per the following
Matrix:
Inspection Representation
Design &
Project Contractor Bid Technical Construction Pre-
Procurement Design Procurement Construction
Proposal Pre- Explanation Bid Kick-off Commissioning
Kick-Off Phase Phase Phase
Development Qualification Meeting Evaluation Meeting Phase
Meeting
(1) (2) (5)
VID X X X X X X
(5) (4) (4)
OID X X X
(1) (2) (5) (3)
PID X X X X X X X
(5)
ACU X X X X
(3) (5) (5) (3) (5) (5)
PIESU X X X X X X
(5) (5)
PQM X X X X X X X X X X
Notes:
1. Attachment VI of Schedule Q, Novated POs, and Project Quality Plan
2. Presentation of quality requirements (PID/VID as required).
3. Reviews design packages
4. OID reviews NDT procedures and technician certifications
5. On request basis
4.6.1 On all major projects, ID will assign a Project Quality Manager (PQM)
in accordance with GI-0400.001, who shall be responsible for planning,
executing and controlling all quality management activities on the
project.
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4.6.4 All project inspection personnel that are assigned to Projects shall be
thoroughly familiar with ISO 9001. More details on the roles and
responsibilities of PID shall be provided in the project specific quality
plan.
4.6.5 PQM/PQL shall advise SAPMT of the need for PQM/PQL concurrence
prior to contract issuance.
4.6.6 PQM/PQL shall actively plan in coordination with SAPMT the schedule
input and update on the GIS workforce required.
4.7.1 PQP in this section, refers to the master PQP that organizes SAPMT and
ID linkages, in contrast to Contractor’s PQP.
4.7.2 During project proposal, a detailed Project Quality Plan will be prepared
jointly by SAPMT and the PQM as defined by GI-0400.001 and SAEP-14
(refer to PQP Template, available on the Inspection Department website).
4.7.3 PQP will, among other things, outline the Saudi Aramco Inspection
Team manning levels and mobilization schedule, define the relationship
between Inspection and SAPMT, define project objectives and
responsibilities, and outline authorities and channels of communication.
5.4 Provide project support for incidents, lessons learned, and Enterprise Project
Management (EPM).
5.5 Provide review to Project Consultation on integrity issues (e.g., NDT in lieu of
Hydrotest) as per SAES-A-004 requirements.
5.6 Approve the application of coating prior to hydro test/pneumatic test for welded
joints as per SAES-L-150 Para. 7.3 requirements.
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5.7 Review PMI procedures for projects as per SAES-A-206 Para. 6 requirements.
5.9 Provide specialized assistance to PID and VID on project quality requirements
when requested by ID management.
6.3 Perform internal assessments on the activities of Inspection teams and Saudi
Aramco Inspection representatives assigned to LSTK and LSPB Projects.
6.5 Compile and report the monthly Project Quality Indices (PQI) for all applicable
projects.
6.8 Compile, analyze and report the monthly ID and Service Providers' Safety
Performance Indices.
6.11 Compile and report the Inspection Agencies Indices (IAI) on quarterly basis.
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7.1 VID provides quality monitoring and inspection support for projects during the
proposal and design & procurement phases to ensure compliance with schedule
Q requirements, Saudi Aramco Standards and Specifications. VID shall conduct
quality monitoring and participate in surveys and assessments of vendors with
the contractors as needed to assist SAPMT during design and procurement
activities.
7.2.2. For major projects, the assigned SAIR will usually be located with
SAPMT at the Contractor's design/procurement office.
7.2.3. SAIR will work independent of schedule and cost decisions. He reports
to the PQM and/or SAPMT depending on his location and size of the
project as detailed in GI-0400.001.
7.2.5. All formal communications with the Contractor shall be through the
Company Representative.
7.2.6. The SAIR may be assigned to the site office during the construction
phase to follow-up on remaining procurement and material receiving
activities.
In coordination with the PQM, VID may attend project bid explanation
meetings. They shall focus the Contractor's attention on the
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For all projects exceeding $200 MM, the PQM will coordinate with the
Assessment and Contracts Unit (ACU) in developing a schedule of
assessments to be performed on the Contractor’s Quality Systems
during the design & procurement phase of the project. A VID
representative should participate in these assessments and attend the
opening and closing meetings as an observer and provide assistance as
required. VID should follow-up on Corrective Action Requests
(CARs) generated by these assessments.
In coordination with the PQM, VID shall ensure that Contractor's and
major sub-Contractor's procurement Quality plans and inspection
procedures are prepared in accordance with Schedule Q. Comments
shall be forwarded to SAPMT for resolution with the Contractor. If the
SAIR is located at an OOK Contractor office, he shall assist to ensure
that construction related quality plans, inspection procedures, and
inspection checklists developed and submitted by Contractor/s are
forwarded to the PQM for review and comment.
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For projects where the contractor office is located OOK, VID shall
represent ID during the scheduled Design Review meetings at the
Contractor's design office.
VID or one of their designated inspection offices shall attend the PIMs
if required. The meeting shall address all quality related requirements
of the purchase order and not the commercial issues. During the PIM,
the detailed inspection and test plan (ITP), which includes inspection
hold, witness, and review points, shall be reviewed and finalized.
The contractor/manufacturer has to follow-up the complete (not
partial) contents of approved SA specifications as determined in 7.3.8.
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8.1.1 Perform Initial Equipment Inspection Schedule (EIS) submittal review for
new projects as per SAEP-20 requirements.
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8.3.1 For effective planning and timely support, OID/CNDTU will maintain
close contact with PID to obtain the name and the date of mobilization
for NDT sub-contractors. See paragraph 9.8.
8.3.4 Review and approve all NDT procedures for each project
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8.3.9 Provide NDT Level III services to Saudi Aramco organizations as needed
8.3.10 Review and approve the IK NDT Contractor's Radiation Safety Plan
for compliance to SAEP-1141 and GI-0150.003
8.3.13 Issue radiation safety advisories and alerts, as and when required
8.3.14 Review and approve radiation source type used for radiography,
equipment used for handling, transporting and storing radioactive
material, radiation monitoring devices and methods of reporting
OID shall follow their internal procedures for the inspection of all cranes,
elevators, below-the-hook lifting equipment owned and operated by Saudi
Aramco or by Contractors and used on Saudi Aramco projects for compliance
with Saudi Aramco Safety Standards and relevant GIs. Cranes and elevators
that conform to these standards will have an inspection sticker affixed. Below-
the-hook lifting equipment will be marked with the safe working load and
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9.1 PID is responsible for quality monitoring for all stages of the project cycle from
design review up to approval of Final MCC to ensure compliance with
applicable MSAERs and project specifications.
9.2.3 The use and issuance of RFIs or issuance of RFIs through QMIS
9.2.5 The contractor's plan for third party testing laboratories (TPTLs), Weld
Test Centers, RV Calibrators, NDT testing agencies and Batch Plants
(ready mix concrete/asphalt/pre-cast plants)
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9.2.7 The need for conducting surveys of Batch Plants or TPTLs that are not
included in the Saudi Aramco approved list.
Note: Survey forms are available from ID - Batch Plants and Civil Testing Unit.
9.2.8 The PQP approval, quality procedures, use of company ITP (SATIP)
and submission of new ITP in case of no company ITP shall be
addressed.
RFIs shall be processed through the QMIS except in rare situations where QMIS
is not available. RFI shall be received through the available updated forms.
PID shall receive RFIs for all Hold and Witness Points as identified in the
Contractor's approved ITPs. Immediately upon receipt, the PID representative
shall sign and date the RFI and return the signed copies to the Contractor and
SAPMT. For specific project situations where QMIS is not available, handling
of RFIs by use of hard copy shall have prior approval by the Division Head (ID)
as per SAEP-381.
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The RFI form is used to notify PID that the facility is ready for PID's
inspection. An inspection point shall be initially inspected and
accepted by the contractor's QC personnel and is verified by SAPMT
prior to PID's inspection.
9.5.2.1 Weekdays
9.5.2.2 Weekends/Holidays
PID has the authority and responsibility to monitor and inspect on-going
construction activities even if an RFI was not received. This is to ensure that
rework and potential non-compliances are avoided. The level of surveillance
inspection coverage should be higher during the early stage of any activity and
shall be in direct relation to the effectiveness of the Contractor's quality system
and his ability to provide acceptable quality.
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PID will assist SAPMT in enforcing and interpreting Company standards and
specifications. PID should recommend solutions to construction problems or
violations and if required, consult with the assigned specialist within the
Engineering Services Organization.
At the beginning of each new project where NDT is required, PID will provide
OID with the name and the date of mobilization for the NDT Sub-Contractor/s
(see Sec. 9.2 and 9.3). Additionally, PID in support of SAPMT will liaise with
the ANDTU & CNDTU to ensure that all sub-contracted NDT personnel and
their procedures have received approval before starting any work on the project.
PID shall ensure that all permanent lifting equipment installed is inspected by
the Crane Inspection Unit of OID in accordance with GI-0007.030, “Inspection
and Testing for Elevating/Lifting Equipment”.
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9.10.2.1 Schedule
9.10.2.2 Checklists
The PQM will coordinate with the Assessment and Contracts Unit
(ACU) in developing a schedule of assessments to be performed on
Contractor Quality Systems during the project. A PID area/project
representative should participate in assessments for the construction
and pre-commissioning phases and attend the opening and closing
meetings as an observer and provide assistance as required.
PID area/project representative should follow-up on Corrective Action
Requests (CARs) generated by these assessments.
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PID should monitor the Contractor’s training program to ensure that all
Contractor and Sub-Contractor personnel are familiar with the project
quality requirements for their area of responsibility. Prior to the start
of each new construction activity, PID should verify that the contractor
is providing on-going training in the applicable QCPs, ITPs and
applicable standards and specifications to the assigned QC inspectors.
Documentation and traceability of the training records shall be
available to PID.
9.11 Short Form Contracts (SFC) and Mid Form Contracts (MFC) Covered by PID
PID representatives will ensure that Contractors working under short form and
mid form contracts possess and comply with a quality control/quality assurance
program. At his discretion, the PQM/Sr. Supervisor may approve QCPs/ITPs
for the work activity to be performed in lieu of a quality plan. Contractor QC
personnel shall be sufficiently experienced and qualified to perform inspection
of the work performed.
9.12 Materials/Equipment
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9.13 Batch Plants (BPs) and Third Party Testing Laboratories (TPTLs)
9.13.1 The Batch Plant and Civil Testing Unit (BP&CTU) of PID is
responsible for the evaluation, approval and assessments of Batch
Plants (BPs) and Third Party Testing Laboratories (TPTLs).
9.13.2 PID shall ensure that Initial Contractor QC’s Survey Report
(Vendor/Plant survey) is prepared and submitted by the Contractor
sufficiently in advance of utilizing any Batch Plant or TPTL.
Initial Vendor Plant survey reports shall be coursed by Contractor
through SAPMT and APIS/U to BP&CTU/DPIS. The survey report
shall be submitted only to the relevant APIS/U when it is verified by
the Contractor that the proposed companies meet the minimum
requirements of the applicable specifications. Even if the proposed
service providers or suppliers are listed as Saudi Aramco approved
local manufacturers, an initial vendor plant survey is still required.
Commentary Note:
9.13.3 Each PID inspection section shall designate a Batch Plants and Civil
Testing inspector responsible to perform the day-to-day monitoring of
batch plants and third party testing laboratories in their area.
9.13.4 Each PID inspection section Batch Plants and Civil Testing inspector
shall submit a monthly monitoring report for each batch plant and third
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9.13.5 Each PID inspection section Batch Plants and Civil Testing inspector is
also responsible to conduct monthly focused assessments of One Time
Basis Approved Batch Plants and TPTLs.
9.13.6 Each PID Inspection Unit shall ensure that test results produced by the
TPTLs are received at the same time as they are received by the
construction Contractor. This is to ensure timely avoidance of using
materials, products or work that failed in tests performed.
Commentary Note:
9.15 Records
PID shall ensure that production of the construction quality records of the
project are maintained and are available at the work site.
9.16.1 General
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In cases where there are deviations from MSAERs, an approved waiver per
SAEP-302 shall be obtained. Non-compliance shall be reported in accordance
with SAEP-381 and violation category aligned with the violation matrix of
SAEP-381.
9.18 Deviation from Project Specifications and IFC Drawings (not covered by
MSAERs)
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10.4.2 NCRs shall be handled within an agreed time frame between end-user
and contractor. With regards to urgent deliveries, violations to
Company standards during procurement shall be noted and saved in a
punch list prior to shipment.
10.4.4 If any part of the Project Specifications (not Saudi Aramco mandatory
standards) has been violated, and concurrence for the deviation has not
been obtained from the Proponent, a quality notification (Minor,
Moderate, Major) based on the violation category per SAEP-381
Section 6 shall be issued.
10.7.1 PQM or his representative/s shall calculate a monthly PQI jointly with
SAPMT and Contractor representatives.
10.7.3 Projects with Project Quality Index (PQI) of 80% or less shall have a
minimum monthly surveillance rate of 10% of the number of the
attended RFIs for that project, the month following the PQI evaluation
period.
10.7.4 Projects with Project Quality Index (PQI) greater than 80% shall have
a minimum monthly surveillance rate of 5% of the number of the
attended RFIs for the relevant project.
10.8 Capital project assessment reports shall be issued to PQMs or their designated
representative for implementation of corrective actions.
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11.1.1 Each project contract shall denote applicable document precedence and
Standard cut-off date to be used to determine inspection criteria.
11.1.3 A waiver is required to deviate from Saudi Aramco Standards even when
the proponent agrees with the deviation. Refer to SAEP-302 for details.
Any conflict between this standard and other applicable Mandatory Saudi
Aramco Engineering Requirements (MSAERs) shall be resolved in writing
through the Manager, Inspection Department of Saudi Aramco, Dhahran.
Revision Summary
31 March 2014 Revised the Next Planned Update, reaffirmed the content of the document, and reissued as
major revision.
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PID coverage begins with the engineering review of the project proposal and
detailed design as per SAEP-14 and SAEP-303. This provides PID with the
opportunity to provide timely input to the project.
At least thirty days prior to the start of the applicable work, the
concrete mix design shall be submitted for review and approval in
accordance with the requirements of Schedule Q. Batch Plants & Civil
Testing Unit shall review and approve new mix design as per the
requirements of SAEP-1152. Pre-approved concrete mix designs (with
mix design identification numbers) shall be reviewed and approved by
the relevant area project inspection unit.
Site work and ancillary site material installations will be monitored by PID. PID
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will review material laboratory reports, inspect the laying down of fill and monitor
compaction tests. Utility piping and sewer systems will be inspected to ensure
that installations and testing are performed according to specifications.
PID will review the pile-driving procedure including the equipment to be used to
drive piles. Pile-driving activities will be monitored and all splice-welds will be
inspected as required by the project specifications.
For onshore applications, the inspector will check the protective coating on the
pile as specified in the project specifications. PID will review SAPMT's pile-
driving records (including the geotechnical report, results of test pile, required
blow count and tip elevations).
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PID will monitor internal and external craftwork for correct use of materials and
installations according to project requirements and relevant Saudi Aramco
Standards and Specifications. Framing will be monitored to ensure that
materials are the size, shape, quality and type specified. All cabinets, internal
walls, doors, jambs, floor tiles, windows and all finishes will be monitored for
acceptable quality. PID will verify and witness tests as required on all
concealed installations prior to covering.
PID will verify that structural steel works comply with project requirements for
strength, dimensional tolerance, and methods of fabrication/installation.
Tightening of bolts will randomly be inspected for compliance with the bolting
specifications. Welding, NDT and coating will be monitored for conformance
to project documents, Company standards and procedures and applicable codes.
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A.10 Welding
PID will issue JCCs prior to the start of work to all certified
and registered welders, welding operators and/or brazers.
The JCC shall be kept in their possession at all times.
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SAES-W series standards require that the Contractor review and track
project and welder repair rates daily. PID will monitor and evaluate
production weld repair rates and welder performance weekly.
The target for maximum project repair rate (calculated on a joint basis)
should normally not exceed 7.5%. The repair rate for welders
(calculated on a linear basis) must not exceed 5% weekly as per
SAEP-324 Appendix-1.
PID will monitor the postweld heat treatment of critical piping and
vessels on Saudi Aramco construction projects to ensure compliance
with project specifications and applicable industry codes/standards.
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A.14 Gaskets
PID shall randomly monitor all flange bolts torquing to ensure that the
Contractor is using properly calibrated equipment, correct tightening
sequence and required torque values as described in the approved
QCP/ITP as per SAEP-351.
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PID will verify that all contractor personnel associated with the
preparation, application or direct supervision of protective coatings are
qualified and certified per SAEP-316 by a Saudi Aramco certified
Level II Coating Inspector. PID will also verify that all contractor
personnel associated with the inspection of protective coatings are
qualified and certified in accordance with Schedule Q.
PID shall randomly verify the materials and installation of Hot & Cold Insulation
Installations to ensure compliance with project documents, Company standards
and procedures and applicable codes as required by SAES-N-001/PIP INTG1000.
PID will randomly verify the materials and installation of various types
of Refractory works to ensure compliance with project documents,
Company standards and procedures and applicable codes as required
by SAES-N-100/API RP 936.
PID will verify that all contractor personnel associated with the
preparation and application of specific types of Refractory materials
are qualified and certified per SAES-N-110 and SAES-N-120.
PID will monitor the installation of cathodic protection for tanks, pipelines,
offshore structures and plant applications. This will include the witness of drill
stem resistance measurement tests, holiday testing of Anode cables, a check for
proper anodes/anode beds, correct number of test and bonding stations,
insulation flanges and spools and associated equipment or materials. PID will
also check for correct system polarity, continuity of test station conductors and
the timely application of temporary CP on newly constructed facilities. PID will
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verify that construction drawings have been reviewed and approved by the
SAES-X series of standards.
A.20 Electrical
For electrical conductors and equipment, PID will monitor tests for ground-
resistance measurements, cable insulation and equipment testing. All installations
that are intended to be concealed will be monitored prior to back-fill or covering.
Construction and installation methods will be monitored to ensure that no damage is
done to materials or equipment. PID will check that all medium and high voltage
cable splicers hold valid splicer certification cards and will issue JCCs prior to the
commencement of splicing. Prior to energization of power distribution systems,
PID will verify that the installation is sound and safe to energize. All pre-
commissioning activities performed prior to MCCs, will be carried out as per the
responsibilities designated by the supplement table of GI-0002.710-6.
A.21 Communications
A.21.1 Quality Monitoring Responsibility
The PID Communications Group is responsible for quality monitoring
of Outside Plant (OSP) projects and Premise Distribution Systems
(PDS).
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B.13 Electrical
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B.14 Communications
B.14.1 Buried Cables
B.14.1.1 Trench before installation of sand pad
B.14.1.2 Cable during placing operations
B.14.1.3 Marker tape installations
B.14.2 Underground Conduits
B.14.2.1 Trench before installation of conduits
B.14.2.2 Conduits before concrete encasement including mandrel
testing
B.14.2.3 Marker tape/orange dye installations
B.14.3 Manholes
B.14.3.1 Excavation for bracing/shoring when depth reaches 5 ft.,
until completion
B.14.3.2 Internal form work before pouring concrete for duct
terminators, inserts, etc.
B.14.3.3 Grounding connections when rods are outside of manhole
B.14.3.4 Ring and cover frame installations
B.14.4 Underground Cable Placements
B.14.4.1 Reel set-up and choice of duct
B.14.4.2 Tensiometer
B.14.4.3 Mandrel test ducts
B.14.4.4 Cable and cable pulling
B.14.5 Cable Splicing
B.14.5.1 Underground – check cable racking in manhole
B.14.5.2 Splice connectors, after 50 pairs or less, after 600 pairs or
less, and after every 600 pairs on larger cables
B.14.5.3 Completed splices before closing of cases
B.14.6 Communications Works in Buildings
B.14.6.1 Underground entrance conduits before concrete
encasement, including mandrel testing
B.14.6.2 Closet/equipment room requirements prior to and during
construction
B.14.6.3 Distribution system design before start of installation
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INSPECTION
INSPECTION DEPARTMENT SAPMT
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