Pipe Line Construction

PACKAGE FOR
PIPE LINE
CONSTRUCTION
Ju’aymah NGL Fractionation Department,
PRE-EXCAVATION CHECKLIST
E-6.10-1
PROJECT OR PLANT WORK 10-BI-1868 EXCAVATION LOCATION PIPELINE CONSTRUCTION DATE 25-JUN-2021
ORDER NUMBER @ 0+000 TO 0 + 957 KM
ACTIONS REMARKS DONE INITIALS

Arrange and review excavation drawing
SPONSORING ORGANIZATION
Arrange demarcation of excavation site

(e.g., Project Management,
Community Services)
Survey excavation site with proponent operation’s rep.

Arrange sign-off of this checklist by all parties
Provide Work Permit (WP) Issuer’s organization with this
checklist and excavation drawing
Provide notifications as required
SPONSORING ORGANIZATION’S REPRESENTATIVE
(Name, phone, signature & date)
Determine location of underground (U/G) utilities, including

ENGINEERING/TECHNICA
contacting Government Affairs if excavation is off site

L (specify Division)
Verify operational status and operating condition of U/G

PROPONENT
utilities
Arrange cable/pipe detection to locate utilities not shown on
drawings and unmarked in the field
PROPONENT’S ENGINEERING / TECHNICAL
SERVICES REPRESENTATIVE
Survey excavation site with sponsoring organization’s rep.

PROPONENT OPERATIONS
Review excavation drawing

(specify Division)
De-energize known cables and isolate piping, if possible

Advise WP Issuer about precautions required
Review Saudi Aramco’s excavation safety requirements and

PERMIT RECEIVER (specify)
ORGANIZATION OF WORK
implement applicable measures

Double-check the area for unknown U/G utilities by using a
cable/metal detector in the presence of the WP Issuer
Provide WP Issuer with this fully signed Pre-Excavation
Checklist and excavation drawing
Note:
Pre-Excavation checklist, as per the Saudi Aramco Safety Management Guide 06-002-2008 and SAES-A-114. All
excavations, including shoring and sheeting materials and systems, shall meet the minimum requirements established
by the Saudi Aramco Safety Management Guide 06-002-2008.
SMS Element #6.10

Saudi Aramco: Company General Use
EXCAVATION, TRENCHING & SHORING FORM
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UNIT: _ DATE: _
THIS IS NOT A WORK PERMIT
Unit Foreman/
Shift Superintendent: Phone No.
Name of contact person/Delegate: Phone No.
1. Work Location (Exact) : 12” JNGLF- 1 PIPE LINE @ FROM KM 0+ 000 TO 0+ 975
Duration: Start: Stop:
2. Purpose of Excavation: PIPELINE CONSTRUCTION OF 12" PIPE
ROAD CLOSURE SECTION:

3. Fire Protection Notification: Date: Time:
Start Date: Time:
Completion date: Time:
4. Security Operation Notification: Date: Time.
Start Date: Time:
Completion date: Time:
5. Communication Concurrence. :
Signature: Badge Number: Date: Phone:

6. Inspection Checklist:
a) Is Area Clear of Electric Cables? Yes □ No□
b) Is Area Clear of Pipe? Yes □ No□
c) Is Shoring Required? Yes □ No□

d) Depth and Size: L 3199 ft. W 2 ft. D 4 ft.
e) As Built drawing Attached? Yes □ No□
f) Recommendations, If “NO” Ticked
Off:
INSPECTOR: SR. INSPECTOR:

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EXCAVATION, TRENCHING & SHORING FORM
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(Signature) (Signature)
7. Shift Superintendent Signature:

Badge Number: Date:
8. Excavation Crew Supervisor’s Concurrence to exact Work Location:
Contractors are committed to adhere to the following excavation guidelines:

A) Obtain a copy of the underground facility drawings before commencing with
excavation activity
B) Stop work immediately and notify Operations when underground cable or pipelines
are found.
C) If cable is found while excavation stop works and cover found cable with PVC pipe.
Obtain operations approval to resume work.
D) Contractor will be held responsible for any damage to the underground facility, such
as cables or piping as a result of excavation.
Signature: Date: Phone:
Original Copy to be kept by work permits Issuer.

Carbon copy to be kept by work permits Receiver.
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JOB
SAFETY
ANALYSIS
JOB SAFETY ANALYSIS (JSA) WORKSHEET
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Date JSA Tracking Number

Department: Division
Unit Name Job Title/
Description
Name(s) of Individuals Performing JSA

Name Designation Signature Name Designation Signature
Mohammad H. Dabel SAPMT Project Abdullah A. Almana Project Coordinator
Engineer (JNGLF)
Abdelelah H. Qahtani Project HSE Waleed G. Fifi Operations
Coordinator Supervisor
(JNGLF)
SA KENTZ Const.
Manager
SA KENTZ HSE
Supervisor
CONSTRUCTION OF RIGHT OF WAY
Critical Steps Hazard(s) Controls/Recommended Action
Issuer and receiver shall conduct Joint Site Inspection

1.1.1
(JSI) prior to start any activities.
Obtain Work Permit prior to commitment of activity as
1.1.2
per G.I. 2.100.
1.1.3 Provide adequate visible warning signs and barricade
1.1 Slip, Trips & Falls prior to commence the activity & Put of lightings during
1.1.4 night time.
Provide adequate portable fire extinguisher and other
1.1.5 firefighting equipment
1. Work Site preparation Ensure there are clear access and egress to work site
such as Installation of 1.1.6 areas to prevent employees from tripping over any
Warning signs & Barricade obstacles.
Assigned Standby& Flagman wearing reflective vest to
1.2.1
assists the
1.2.2 Vehicle/Equipment working on the area
1.2 Struck-by/Against Provide barricade & road block to control the
1.2.3
(vehicle accident) authorized Personnel & Equipment allowed
Provide parking area for vehicle/equipment to be used
1.2.4
in the activity.
Provide sufficient lightings during night time and install
1.2.5
reflectorized directional signage.
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1.2.6 All drivers to be trained in defensive driver training.

Human machine interphase must be planned, and
1.2.7
employees separated from areas where there is traffic.
1.2.8 Clear walk ways for employees to be used.
2.1.1 Permit to work and drawings needed for the area.
Documents shall be secured before any work
2.1.2
commence.
Pre job briefing/Step Back MEETING requires for all
2.1 Incompliance to 2.1.3 prior to the work starting by the supervisor and the
specification / required safety officer
procedure Safe work plan / permit and JSA shall be discussed by
2.1.4 the supervisor with his crew on a daily basis before the
actual work start.
Stop work if the work is not performed in accordance
2.1.5
with the required procedures or plans
2.2.1 Arrange materials in order of usage
Unwanted materials shall be removed regularly to
2.2.2
avoid accumulation.
Keep access / egress free from obstruction all the time.
2.2.3
2. Work Permit Carry out housekeeping / cleaning before & after work.
2.2 Untidy work area
could result to slipping Organized materials staging area shall be maintained
/ tripping hazard. 2.2.4 equipped with barricade appropriate signboard and
with designated ENTRY and EXIT POINT.
Provide waste skips or bins for waste. Segregate all
2.2.5
waste at source.
Housekeeping must be done prior and after the job
2.2.6
completion and not left to be out of control.
2.3.1 Gas testing must be taken by the certified gas tester.
Specific gas testing equipment such as MX4, T40
2.3.2
Rattler should be used
Continuous monitoring must be carried out based on
2.3 Gas monitoring 2.3.3
the requirement of work permit
2.3.4 Calibrated equipment should be utilized
Daily equipment testing should be conducted as per
2.3.5
the Saudi Aramco guidelines
3.1.1 Provide a fire watch.
Provide a fire extinguisher in every equipment Good
3.1.2
3.1. Fire Housekeeping.
3.Construction of Right of 3.1.3 Equipment must be properly maintained.
Way Equipment: Water 3.1.4 UL listed fire extinguisher should be available
Truck, Dump Truck,
3.2.1 Suppress the dust from water.
Grader, Loader, & Backhoe 3.2. Dust
3.2.2 Wear Proper PPE such as dust mask.
3.3. Overhead Power 3.3.1 Install a goal post as per G.I. 2.702
Line 3.3.2 Monitor the movement of Heavy equipment near
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Overhead power Line and shall be coordinated with

3.3.3
Saudi Aramco POD
Counter sign shall be made prior to start any activity All
equipment moving under the Overhead Power line
3.3.4
shall maintain a proper clearance of 20 ft. (6.1 M) for
250,00 volts and for over 250,000 25ft. or 7.6 M.
3.4.1 Secure work permit
3.4.2 Wear proper Personal Protective Equipment.
3.4.3 Trained flagman should be available at the jobsite.
Drivers and operators must be competent and should
3.4.4
have a valid SA operators’ certificates.
Preventive maintenance program will be established to
ensure all machinery and equipment is systematically
3.4.5
inspected, serviced, repaired and maintained
necessary.
Non-essential personnel will be kept away from the
3.4.6 area of operation and trained banks man/spotter will be
provided.
Machinery items will not be parked so as to cause an
3.4.7 obstruction to the other site activities, or close together
as to cause danger to personnel in the vicinity.
3.4 Stuck by equipment All mobile machinery will be fitted with reversing alarm
3.4.8
where appropriate.
All personnel working in the vicinity of earth moving
3.4.9 operations shall wear full Personal Protective
Equipment.
TB PWAS should be installed in all earth moving
3.4.10
equipment
3.4.11 Tag must be provided to all nearby working crew
Loads that extend to the rear or sides will be marked
3.4.12 via red flagging and escorts will be provided for
oversized loads.
Personnel will be instructed to established contact with
3.4.13
the driver prior walking in the path of the vehicle.
3.4.14 Sleeping under or against the equipment is prohibited.
Install proper sign boards. In case of emergency stop
3.4.15 all activity and proceed to the pre-defined assembly
area
3.5.1.
For poor visibility stop any activity and park the light
and heavy equipment away from the main road.
3.5.2.
A shelter with plenty of water shall be organized on
jobsite in a hot weather condition.
3.5 Weather Conditions If necessary conditions are severe give at least a 10
3.5.3.
minutes break for every 30 minutes’ activity.
Stop all activity if the weather conditions are severe.
3.5.4.
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Always MOC should be considered and discussed prior

3.5.5.
to start the job
No Unauthorized personnel allowed to work near
3.6.1
Heavy Equipment’s
No Personnel allowed to work without Proximity
3.6.2
Warning
3.6.3 Alarm System Tag
3.6 SIMOPS Proper Coordination & Communication must establish
(Simultaneous 3.6.4
prior to start any SIMOPS (Simultaneous Operations).
Operations)
Spotter and Flagman must be available during
3.6.5
SIMOPS (Simultaneous Operations).
Barricade and signage's must be in place during the
3.6.6
activity.
3.6.7 Full Supervision for the Activities
4.1.1 Maintain good housekeeping on the work area
Remove any potential tripping hazards from the area
4.1.2
such as rocks, litter or clutter,
4.1 Tripping hazards Focus while embarking and disembarking from the
4.1.3
equipment
Equipment door should be latch/door lock engaged
4. Demobilization of tools 4.1.4 while the door is in open position to avoid hand injury
& equipment. by sudden gust of wind
Heavy Equipment movement must be assisted by a
4.2.1
spotter
4.2 Struck by Heavy Certified rigger and operator shall be used on lifting of
4.2.2
Equipment materials and tools.
Ensure lifting equipment have a valid sticker by Saudi
4.2.3
Aramco
All un-necessary materials shall be removed at the job
5.1 All personal injuries
5.1.1 site. Removal of all combustible and flammable
including equipment
materials shall be strictly implemented.
and machinery
Housekeeping shall be kept as a part of daily working
5. Housekeeping & damaged. 5.1.2
talk
Restoration
(CLEANLINESS ON
Garbage shall be disposed daily adequate trash can /
WORKING AREA) 5.2.1
5.2 Trip / Slip and Fall drums with cover shall be installed.
hazard
5.2.2
Waste rubbish shall be kept away from the aisles and
walk ways.
LOADING AND UNLOADING OF MATERIALS
1.1.1
1.Work Site preparation
such as Installation of 1.1Slip, Trips & Falls
Warning signs & Barricade Obtain Work Permit prior to commitment of activity as
1.1.2
per G.I. 2.100.
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Provide adequate visible warning signs and barricade

1.1.3 prior to commence the activity & Put of lightings during
night time.
1.1.4
firefighting equipment
Ensure there are clear access and egress to work site
1.1.5 areas to prevent employees from tripping over any
obstacles.
1.2.1
assists the
Provide barricade & road block to control the
authorized Personnel & Equipment allowed
1.2 Struck-by/Against 1.2.3
in the activity.
(vehicle accident) Provide sufficient lightings during night time and install
1.2.4
1.2.6
2.1.3
commence.
TOOLBOX MEETING requires for all prior to the work
2.1 Incompliance to starting Safe work plan / permit and JSA shall be
2.1.4
specification / required discussed by the supervisor with his crew on a daily
procedure basis before the actual work start.
A STEPBACK shall be performed by the team leader
2.1.5
for each activity prior to the work starting.
2.1.6
2.Work Permit 2.2.1 Arrange materials in order of usage
avoid accumulation. Keep access / egress free from
2.2.2
obstruction all the time. Carry out housekeeping /
cleaning before & after work.
2.2 Untidy work area Organized materials staging area will be maintained
could result to slipping 2.2.3 equipped with barricade appropriate signboard and
/ tripping hazard. with designated ENTRY and EXIT POINT.
2.2.4
waste at source.
2.2.5
Housekeeping must be done at all times and not left to
be out of control.
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2.2.7
While inside the CONFINED SPACE continuous
communication with the standby man.
2.2.8 Only PHYSICALLY FIT can work in Confined Space.
Before entering Confined Space, ensure at the space is
2.2.9
properly isolated, cleaned and adequately ventilated.
2.2.10
All employees who will work in a confined space must
be adequately trained.
Ensure the rescue plan for confined space is
2.2.11 implemented prior to the anyone entering the confined
space.
3.1.1 Prior to lifting jobs, a work permit shall be obtained.
3.1.2 Proper Lifting techniques must be use.
3.1 Improper manual Conduct Tool Box Talk about Lifting Techniques Use
3.Materials Handling and 3.1.3
handling of materials Proper PPE.
Preparation (Loading &
(causes back injury /
Unloading of Materials) 3.1.4 Do not take load you cannot lift
body harm)
3.1.5 Identify the pinch points and avoid them
3.1.6 All employees must be trained in hand safety training.
Operator should have a valid SAG LICENSE and SA
Certification. Valid crane / equipment inspection
4.1.2
STICKER and periodic Inspection check list and color
coding.
All slings / rigging equipment to be used shall be
4.1.3 inspected regularly and LOG as per GI 7.025 & GI
4.1 Potential damage to 7.029 and shall
property and fire ensure that the capacity (SWL) manufacturer LOGO,
4.1.4
hazard. and Manufacturer serial number.
4.1.5
Qualified Rigger should be in the AREA. While crane
is under operational.
4. Rigging and Lifting of
pipes and Equipment:
4.1.6 Provide Critical Lift Plan as per G.I 7.028
Crane & Trailer Truck Use softeners to ensure web slings are not damaged
4.1.7
Rigging and Lifting Under by sharp edges.
OHPL Equipment: 4.1.8
Trucks and trailers must remain on established roads
Crane & Side boom only and must not go of the establish roads.
A TAG LINE should be used in any lifting. Employees
4.2.1 must not place the hands or try to handle the load with
their hands.
4.2.2
The lifting areas shall be barricaded to prevent
unwanted employees to enter the lifting area.
4.2 Crush accident /
Major Equipment TEST LIFT and CRANE lift checklist shall be performed
4.2.3
damage. prior to do the actual lifting.
4.2.4 Install a goal post as per G.I. 2.702
4.2.5
Any person not required for the work shall be kept
away while lifting is in progress.
4.2.6 DO NOT STAND UNDERNEATH the boom.
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WIND SPEED should be 32Kph below. When wind

4.2.7
speed is more
than 32km/h the work must be stopped and re-
4.2.8
evaluated
A permit must be obtained prior to working under any
4.3.1
overhead lines.
Place Goal Post at a safe distance from o/h power line
4.3.2 and conduct pre-job meeting with heavy equipment
drivers to highlight this hazard.
Rigger 1 should design and signed a Lifting Plan when
4.3.3
lifting 10 meters away from any existing facilities.
Work permit required when working near or under
4.3 Shock due to 4.3.4 overhead and need countersign the permit as Aramco
contact overhead Procedure.
Power lines When working near overhead power lines, never
operate a crane or allow its mast, gin pole, or load to
4.3.5
come within the minimum approach limit as per
SACSM Chapter III-3 (Electrical Equipment)
When the crane is in motion the hooks must be
4.3.6
secured and must not swing around.
4.3.7
No Unauthorized personnel allowed during Lifting
4.5.1
Activities
Proper Coordination & Communication must establish
4.5.2
Full PPE (Safety Shoes, Safety Glass, High Visibility
Vest, Safety Glass, Gloves, Fire Resistant Clothing,
4.5.3
Ear Plug & Safety Helmet) must be used during
4.5 SIMOPS Simultaneous Activities)
(Simultaneous Barricade and signage's must be in place during the
4.5.4
Operations). simultaneous activities
No Personnel allowed to work without Proximity
4.5.5
Warning Alarm System Tag
If it is required to stop activities temporarily the work
supervisor with the construction manager will assess
4.5.7
the situation and advise which activity must be
stopped.
5.1 Tripping hazards Remove any potential tripping hazards from the area
5.1.1
5. Demobilization of tools such as rocks, litter or clutter,
& equipment. Heavy Equipment movement must be assisted by a
5.2.1
5.2 Struck by Heavy spotter or a flagman
Equipment Certified rigger and operator shall be used on lifting of
5.2.2
materials and tools.
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5.2.3
Aramco
6.1 All personal injuries 6.1.1
site.
including equipment Removal of all combustible and flammable materials
6.1.2
and machinery shall be strictly implemented.
6. Housekeeping &
damaged. Housekeeping shall be kept as a part of daily working
Restoration 6.1.3
talk
(CLEANLINESS ON
Garbage shall be disposed daily adequate trash
WORKING AREA)
6.2.1 can / drums with cover shall be installed. All waste
6.2 Trip / Slip and Fall
shall be segregated at source.
hazard
6.2.2
walk ways.
PIPE STRINGING
1. Work Site preparation Issuer and receiver shall conduct Joint Site Inspection
such as Installation of 1.1.1
1.1.2
per G.I. 2.100.
1.1.3
night time. Provide adequate portable fire extinguisher
and other firefighting equipment
obstacles.
1.2.1
assists the Vehicle/Equipment working on the area
1.2.2
1.2.3
in the activity.
1.2 Struck-by/Against Provide sufficient lightings during night time and install
(vehicle accident) 1.2.4
1.2.6 employees separated from areas where there is traffic.
Clear walk ways for employees to be used.
1.2.7

2.1 Incompliance to Documents shall be secured before any work
2.1.2
2. Work Permit specification / required commence.
procedure and Pre job briefing/Step Back MEETING requires for all
2.1.3 prior to the work starting by the supervisor and the
safety officer
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Safe work plan / permit and JSA shall be discussed by

actual work start.
2.1.5
2.2.2
avoid accumulation.
2.2.3
Carry out housekeeping / cleaning before & after work.
2.2.5
waste at source.
2.2.6
2.3.2
2.3.5
3.1.2
Certification.
Valid crane / equipment inspection STICKER and
3.1 Potential damage to 3.1.3
periodic inspection check list and colour coding.
property and fire All slings / rigging equipment to be used shall be
hazard. inspected regularly and LOG as per GI 7.025 & GI
3.1.4
3. Material Handling, 7.029 and shall ensure that the capacity (SWL)
Preparation, Rigging and manufacturer LOGO, and manufacturer serial number.
Lifting (Loading and Qualified rigger should be on the AREA. While crane is
3.1.5
Unloading of Materials) under operational.
Equipment: Crane & Side 3.2.1 A TAG LINE should be used in any lifting.
boom TEST LIFT and CRANE lift checklist shall be performed
3.2.2
prior to do the actual lifting.
3.2 Crush accident / A Critical Lift Plan to be submitted to company
3.2.3
Major equipment representative for approval.
damage. Any person not required for the work shall be kept
3.2.4
3.2.6 WIND SPEED should be 32Kph below.
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Ensure unauthorized personnel are outside the

3.2.7
barricades
3.3.1. Install a goal post as per G.I. 2.702
Monitor the movement of Heavy equipment near
3.3.1.
3.3. Overhead Power Saudi Aramco POD and obtain the counter signature if
required
Overhead Power line shall maintain a proper clearance
3.3.1. of 20 ft. (6.1 M) for 250,00 volts and for over 250,000
25 ft. or 7.6 M.
Ensure that equipment & Sling wire use for lowering
4.1.1 are in good working condition. Always sling inspection
log should be available at the work area
Ensure that all obstructions are removed or away
4.1.2
around the area.
Only certified Side boom & Crane Operator shall perform
4.1.3 the job. Equipment should have a valid inspection sticker
authorized 3rd party by Aramco.
Operator shall complete the pre-inspection checklist and
4.1.4
ensure to maintain a safe operating equipment.
4. Pipe Stringing 4.1 Line Struck- Stop all non-related work in the area. Operating radius
Equipment: Crane & Side by/against (movement cleared of all non-essential personnel, obstruction and
4.1.5
boom of pipe & side boom) barricade are installed to pre-empt the entrance of
other personnel.
In case of any SIMOPS nearby, hazards need to be
4.1.6 consider, discuss and communicated to all teams
nearby and involving the stringing activity.
Assigned competent person giving signals to the
4.1.7
operators during the activity.
Working Crew shall have complete PPE during
4.1.8
lowering operation.
WIND SPEED should be below 32 KPH unless stated
4.1.9
by the manufacturer
and conduct pre-job meeting with heavy equipment
5.2.1 drivers to highlight this hazard. Work permit required
Pipe Stringing under OHPL 5.2 Shock due to when working near or under overhead and need
Equipment: Crane & Side contact overhead countersign the permit as Aramco Procedure.
boom Power lines When working near overhead power lines, never
5.2.2
come within the minimum approach, limit as per
6. Demobilization of tools 6.1. Tripping Hazards Remove any potential tripping hazards from the area
& equipment. 6.1.2
Equipment: Trailer (High
bed/Lowbed), Crane & Heavy Equipment movement must be assisted by a
6.2. Struck by Heavy trained spotter
Boom Truck 6.2.1
Equipment
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Certified rigger and operator shall be used on lifting of

6.2.2
Ensure lifting equipment have a valid sticker from
6.2.3
approved 3rd party by Saudi Aramco
Use proper cut resistant hand gloves when working
7.1.1
and removing unnecessary materials in the area.
7.1.2
Do not work manually, if possible, use proper
7.1 Injury to personnel equipment for hauling of barricades and signboards.
(unsafe handling) Remove all tools, equipment’s, debris and other
7. Clearing and 7.1.3
materials from the area.
Housekeeping Trailer Ensure that the work site is returned to its original good
(High bed/Lowbed), Crane 7.1.4
condition.
& Boom Truck Use proper cut resistant hand gloves and dust mask
7.2Ill-health effects i.e. 7.2.1 when working and removing unnecessary materials in
hand laceration, the area.
absorption of dust, All materials are properly disposed of to prevent
fumes & vapours 7.2.2 environmental hazards and ill-health effects to human
beings and other existing in habitant in the area.
WELDING ACTIVITY
1.1.1 (JSI) prior to start any activities.
1.1.2 per G.I. 2.100.
1.1 Slip, Trips & Falls Provide adequate visible warning signs and barricade
night time.
1. Work Site preparation Provide adequate portable fire extinguisher and other
such as Installation of 1.1.4 firefighting equipment
Warning signs & Barricade Assigned Stand by Man & Flag wearing reflective vest
1.2.1
to assists the
1.2 Struck-by/Against
(vehicle accident) Provide barricade & road block to controls the
1.2.3
1.2.4
in the activity.
2.1.1 Permit to work and drawings needed to the area.
2.1.2
2.1 Incompliance to commence.
specification / required 2.1.3 TOOLBOX MEETING requires to all.
2. Work Permit procedure Safe work plan / permit shall be discussed by the
2.1.4 supervisor with his crew on a daily basis before the
actual work start.
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2.2.2
2.2 Untidy work area obstruction all the time. Carry out housekeeping /
could result to slipping cleaning before & after work.
/ tripping hazard. Organized materials staging area will be maintained
2.2.3 equipped with barricade appropriate inboard and with
designated ENTRY and EXIT POINT.
2.3.2
2.3 Gas monitoring 2.3.3 Only PHYSICALLY FIT can work in Confined Space.
Before entering Confined Space, make ensure at the
2.3.4 space is properly isolated, cleaned and adequately
ventilated.
Work permit shall be obtained prior to execution of
3.1.1 work in CONFINED SPACE.
Prior entering a confine space approved gas tester
3.1.2 must conduct a gas testing.
3.1.3 Excavation and rescue plan must be available
Provide STANDBY MAN and entry log should be
3.1.4 provided
3.1.5 Entry checklist must be provided
Mode of communication needs to be identified and
3.1.6
provided
H2S, LEL should be “0” reading always, during the
3.1.7 work execution
3.1.8 Signage’s must be provided in multilingual
3.1. Hazardous
atmosphere/ Oxygen Electrical equipment including lighting, used in an
3.1.9 electrically classified area shall be UL/FM listed
3. Welding inside the enrichment /Deficiency
excavation/Confined space All electrical powered equipment shall be utilized with
3.1.10 RCDs/GFCI with the rated capacity of 10 mA
3.1.11 Mechanical ventilation should be provided, if required
Compressed gas cylinders shall not be placed in a
3.1.12
confined space
3.1.13 Oxygen reading should be between 20. to 23.5
3.1.14 Supervisor should be available at the working area
SCBA trained person with the SCBA unit must be
3.1.15 provided
Provide access and egress to TRENCH every 25ft. and
3.1.16 ensure that ladder extends 3 feet above the step
point.
Gas test must be taken regularly by a certified gas
3.2. Toxic Gases and 3.2.1 tester.
Inhalation
3.2.2 Proper PPE shall be worn all the time.
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All PPE, tools, communication equipment as well as

3.2.3 rescue equipment shall be presented prior to enter
confined space.
3.2.4 Use SCBA (Self Breathing Apparatus) if necessary.
4.1.2 Certification.
Valid crane / equipment inspection STICKER and
4.1.3 periodic Inspection check list and colour coding.
4.1 Potential damage to
4.1.4 7.029 and shall ensure that the capacity (SWL)
4. Rigging and Lifting of manufacturer LOGO, and Manufacturer serial number.
Pipes, Equipment & Qualified Rigger should be on the AREA. While crane
4.1.5 is under operational.
Materials Equipment:
Crane, Side boom & Trailer 4.1.6 Provide Critical Lift Plan as per G.I 7.028 if required
Truck 4.2.1 TAG LINE should be used in any lifting.
TEST LIFT and CRANE lift checklist shall be performed
4.2.2
prior to do the actual lifting.
4.2 Crush accident / 4.2.3 Install a goal post as per G.I. 2.702
Major Equipment
damage. 4.2.4
Signage’s needs to be posted to avoid unauthorized
personnel
4.2.6 WIND SPEED should not be exceeded 32Kph.
A permit must be obtained prior to working under any
4.3.1
overhead lines.
Rigger 1 should design and signed a Lifting Plan when
4.3.3
lifting 10 meters away from any existing facilities.
Rigging & Lifting under 4.3 Shock due to
OHPL Equipment: Crane & contact overhead
4.3.4 overhead and need countersign the permit as Aramco
Side boom Power lines
Procedure.
When working near overhead power lines, never
4.3.5
4.3.6
5. Welding, Grinding and 5.1.1 Pre task start meetings conducted by the supervisor.
Cutting for Pipe & Work permit shall be obtained before welding and
5.1. Burns
Structural Equipment: 5.1.2 cutting works start. All welding procedures shall be
Welding Machine, Welding submitted to the proponent for review and approval.
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Truck, STT Truck, Grinder, Only qualified/SA Certified welders shall be used in site
Cutting Torch Set, & Hand within their position a welding cards/clearance. They
5.1.3
Tools shall follow the approved welding procedure in all
welding works.
Welding gloves, apron, welding helmet with hood and
proper glass shade based on the welding material
5.1.4
MSDS and respiratory mask(P100) shall be worn at all
the time
5.1.5
In case of emergency stop all activity and proceed to
the pre- defined assembly area
Grease and oil shall be removed and kept away from
5.2.1 oxygen. Acetylene cylinders should be stored, capped,
handled and transported with cage in vertical position.
Inspection of hoses and fitting shall be done regularly,
5.2.2
and color-coding shall be recognized.
All cylinders shall be protected from extreme
5.2.3
temperatures.
Flash back arrestors shall be fitted to all oxy-acetylene
5.2.4
cylinders.
Jubilee clip should not be used to secure the hose
5.2.5
connection
Oxidizers shall be stored away from all combustible
5.2.6
materials.
5.2.7 Appropriate warning signs shall be provided.
All welding equipment shall be examined immediately
5.2.8
before use and regularly maintained.
5.2. Property damage
from fire and explosion All welding and cutting equipment shall be of Saudi
5.2.9 Aramco approved type and operated with latest Saudi
Aramco and industry safety procedures.
Fire extinguisher (UL/FM Rated) shall be provided in
5.2.10 the immediate welding area. Extinguisher shall be
properly sealed and tagged.
Standby man, fire watch shall be assigned during
5.2.11
welding operations.
PPE shall be used, i.e. welding helmet, face shield,
5.2.12
welding clothes and others.
Any sewer within 75 feet away from the welding area
shall be covered and other existing facilities /equipment
5.2.13
like valves, flange etc. shall be boxed-up with fire
protected blanket.
5.2.14 Ensure all equipment are properly Grounded.
In case of emergency stop all activity and proceed to
5.2.15
5.3.1.
All personnel shall wear a proper PPE (welding gloves,
welding jacket, welding mask.
5.3. Health impairment 5.3.2. Only physically fit are allowed to work on this activity.
5.3.3. Periodic health check-up should be carried out
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5.4.1. Ensure all equipment are properly grounded.

5.4. Electrocutions
5.4.2. Use proper PPE
5.5.1
5.5.2
A shelter with plenty of water shall be install on jobsite
in a hot weather condition.
If necessary conditions are severe give at least a 10
5.5.3
minutes break for every 30 minutes’ activity.
5.5. Weather Condition
5.5.4 Stop all activity if the weather conditions are severe
MOC hazards should be identified during the execution
of task, work should be stopped if required. Employees
5.5.5 should be empowered to stop the job if they noticed
any unsafe act/condition. Stop work policy should be
strictly implemented
No Unauthorized personnel allowed during Welding
5.6.1
Activities
5.6.2
Full PPE (Safety Shoes, Face Shield, High Visibility
5.6.3
Simultaneous Activities)
5.6 SIMOPS No Personnel allowed to work without Proximity
5.6.4
Warning Alarm System Tag
Barricade and Signage’s must be in place during the
5.6.5
simultaneous activities
No Flammable Material and Chemical allowed to use
5.6.6
near Welding Activities
5.6.8
Visitors should be accompanied by a supervisor or site
in charge
6.1.1
6.1 Tripping hazards such as rocks, litter or clutter,
6.2.1
spotter
6. Demobilization of tools Certified rigger and operator shall be used on lifting of
& equipment. 6.2.2
6.2 Struck by Heavy
Equipment 6.2.3
Aramco
6.2.4 equipment and the tags must be issued all nearby
working personnel
7. Housekeeping & 7.1 All personal injuries All un-necessary materials shall be removed at the job
7.1.1
Restoration including equipment site.
(CLEANLINESS ON and machinery Housekeeping shall be kept as a part of daily working
7.1.2
WORKING AREA) damaged. talk
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Removal of all combustible and flammable materials

7.1.3
shall be strictly implemented.
7.1.4
Garbage shall be disposed daily adequate trash can /
7.2 Trip / Slip and Fall drums with cover shall be installed.
hazard Waste rubbish shall be kept away from the aisles and
7.1.5
walk ways.
Radiography Test Activity

1.1.1
per G.I. 2.100. Provide adequate visible warning signs
1.1.2
and barricade prior to commence the activity & Put of
1.1 Slip, Trips & Falls lightings during night time.
1.1.3
obstacles.
1. Work Site preparation Assigned Standby& Flagman wearing reflective vest to
1.2.1
such as Installation of assists the
Warning signs & Barricade 1.2.2 Vehicle/Equipment working on the area
1.2.3
1.2 Struck-by/Against 1.2.4
in the activity.
1.2.5
1.2.7
2.1.2
commence.
2.1 Incompliance to 2.1.3
starting Safe work plan / permit and JSA shall be
2. Work Permit specification / required discussed by the supervisor with his crew on a daily
procedure basis before the actual work start.
2.1.5
2.1.6
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2.2.2
2.2 Untidy work area obstruction all the time. Carry out housekeeping /
could result to slipping cleaning before & after work.
/ tripping hazard. Organized materials staging area will be maintained
2.2.3 equipped with barricade appropriate signboard and
2.2.4
waste at source.
2.3.1
be out of control.
2.3.3
2.3 Gas monitoring
2.3.5
2.3.6
space.
Be sure that RT technicians are competent and SA
3.1.1
license holder as per SA Construction Manual.
Secure necessary permit before conducting X-ray
3.1.2
activity per GI 2.100.
RT must have safety orientation and shall use their film
badges. Contractor will have documented proof of
3.1Radiation hazards 3.1.3 regular maintenance and calibration of their equipment.
Section, Radiographer Responsibilities of the Saudi
Aramco Construction Manual will be followed.
Ensure that NO other personnel around or near X-ray
3.1.4
area and maintained the 50m minimum distance.
3. NDT/ Radiography Test
Installed barricade & warning signage 50m away from
Equipment: X-Ray Machine 3.1.5
entry and exit point.
RT technician must ensure that pipes to be X-ray are
3.2.1 properly mark off and barricaded per GI 150.003 SA
Construction Manual.
3.2 Ill-health effects 3.2.2 Avoid panoramic testing
due to miss- handling
improper storage and Don’t leave the area unattended when performing X-
transportation per G.I. ray activity. Assistant Radiologist has continuously
3.2.3
150.003 monitored the area and give warns to other workers to
stay in a maximum radius while X-rays conducted.
Storage, handling and shipping of all source material
3.2.4
will be in accordance with Saudi Aramco G.I. 150.003.
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Ensure that other supporting workers shall be oriented

3.2.5 with proper work procedures, handling of cylinder gas,
potential hazards and hazard control.
Confined space permit needs to be taken, if required
3.2.6 and all control measures should be followed while
performing job inside the confined space.
Calibrated Dosimeter should be carried always during
3.2.7
the execution of job by the RT technician
4.1.2
4.Demobilization of tools & Heavy Equipment movement must be assisted by a
equipment. 4.2.1
spotter or a flagman
4.2 Struck by Heavy
Certified rigger and operator shall be used on lifting of
Equipment
4.2.2 materials and tools. Ensure lifting equipment have a
valid sticker by Saudi Aramco
5.1 All personal injuries All un-necessary materials shall be removed at the job
including equipment site. Removal of all combustible and flammable
5.1.1
5. Housekeeping & and machinery materials shall be strictly implemented. Housekeeping
Restoration damaged. shall be kept as a part of daily working talk
(CLEANLINESS ON Garbage shall be disposed daily adequate trash can /
5.2.1
WORKING AREA) 5.2 Trip / Slip and Fall drums with cover shall be installed.
hazard Waste rubbish shall be kept away from the aisles and
5.2.2
walk ways.
External Coating & Internal Coating Activities
Controls/Recommended Action
Critical Steps Hazard(s)
1.1.2
per G.I. 2.100.
1.1 Slip, Trips & Falls 1.1.3 prior to commence the activity & Put of lightings during
night time.
1.Work Site preparation
such as Installation of Ensure there are clear access and egress to work site
Warning signs & Barricade 1.1.5 areas to prevent employees from tripping over any
obstacles.
1.2.1
assists the
(vehicle accident) 1.2.3
1.2.4
in the activity.
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1.2.5
1.2.7
2.1.1 Permit to work and drawings needed to the area.
2.1.2
2.1 Incompliance to commence.
specification / required 2.1.3 TOOLBOX MEETING requires to all.
procedure Safe work plan / permit shall be discussed by the
2.1.4 supervisor with his crew on a daily basis before the
actual work start.
2.Work Permit 2.2.1 Arrange materials in order of usage
2.2 Untidy work area avoid accumulation. Keep access / egress free from
could result to slipping 2.2.2
/ tripping hazard & Gas cleaning before & after work.
monitoring Organized materials staging area will be maintained
3.1.2
STICKER and periodic Inspection check list and colour
coding.
3.1 Potential damage to
All slings / rigging equipment to be used shall be
property and fire
inspected regularly and LOG as per GI 7.025 & GI
hazard. 3.1.3
7.029 and shall ensure that the capacity (SWL)
manufacturer LOGO, and Manufacturer serial number.
Qualified Rigger should be on the AREA. While crane
3.Rigging and Lifting of 3.1.4
is under operational.
Pipes, Equipment &
Materials Equipment: 3.1.5 Provide Critical Lift Plan as per G.I 7.028
Crane, Side boom & Trailer 3.2.1 A TAG LINE should be used in any lifting.
Truck TEST LIFT and CRANE lift checklist shall be performed
3.2.2 prior to do the actual lifting. Install a goal post as per
3.2 Crush accident / G.I. 2.702
Major Equipment Any person not required for the work shall be kept
damage 3.2.3
3.2.5 WIND SPEED should be 32Kph below.
3.3 Shock due to Place Goal Post at a safe distance from o/h power line
contact overhead 3.2.6 and conduct pre job meeting with heavy equipment
Power lines drivers to highlight this hazard.
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3.2.7 overhead and need countersign the permit as Aramco
Procedure.
When working near overhead power lines, never
3.2.8
SACSM Chapter III-3 (Electrical Equipment) When the
crane is in motion the hooks must be secured and must
not swing around.
4.1.1 Tool box talk must be conducted
4.1 Inhalation of toxic 4.1.2 Use of proper respiratory protection (P100)
substance CHB must be developed and MSDS must be provided
4.1.3
at the worksite.
4.2.1. Provide a first aider at the jobsite.
4.2.2. All employee must be monitored by the first aider.
4.2 Fatigue 4.2.3. First aid kit must be provided.
Emergency contact details must be posted on the
4.2.4.
jobsite
4.2.5. Proper rest cycle should be adhered
4.3.1 Provide Fire watch
4.3.2 Provide Fire Extinguisher (UL/FM Rated)
4.3.3 Only authorized Personnel allowed on the jobsite.
4.3 Fire
4.3.4 Install warning sign and barricade
4.3.5 Trained fire watch should be provided
4.Rigging & Lifting under
OHPL Equipment: Coating 4.3.6 Fire blanket needs to be provided if required
Machine, Heating Coil & In case of contact with paint or mixing chemicals, wash
Holiday Machine immediately with clean water for 15mins and report to
4.4.1 clinic with the copy of MSDS. Ensure that portable
emergency eye wash and shower equipment are
provided.
Ensure that MSDS are provided during the delivery of
material to determine safety precautions and follow
4.4.2
manufacturer’s safety instruction while using paint and
4.4 Ill-health effects its flammability classification.
such as eye irritation, Use appropriate PPE such as rubber gloves, goggles
skin allergies and 4.4.3 and respiratory mask to prevent direct contact with
inhalation of vapour & hazardous paint chemicals.
fumes Utilize workers with proper trainings and knowledge on
4.4.4 the job, the activity shall be supervised by a competent
foreman/supervisor to maintain safe job.
4.4.5
Maintain regular housekeeping practice to prevent such
fire, Slips, trips & falls.
4.4.6
Unauthorized personnel should not be allowed staying
in the area.
4.4.7 Cartridge Respiratory(P100) shall be worn.
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4.5.1
Unauthorized personnel should not be allowed during
Painting and Coating Activities
Proper Coordination & Communication must be
4.5.2 established prior to start any SIMOPS (Simultaneous
Operations).
Full PPE (Safety Shoes, Face Shield, Safety Glass,
4.5.3 Working Gloves, Fire Resistant Clothing, Ear Plug &
4.5 SIMOPS Safety Helmet) must be
(Simultaneous 4.5.4 used during Simultaneous Activities)
Operations)
Spray painting shall not be performed within 23 m (75
ft.) of ignition sources (e.g., welding, flame cutting,
4.5.5
smoking areas, electrical generators). Conditions at the
work site may justify greater clearances. Barricade and
Signage’s must be in place during the simultaneous
activities
5.1Tripping hazards Remove any potential tripping hazards from the area
5.1.2
such as rocks, litter or clutter
5.Demobilization of tools & 5.2.1 spotter Certified rigger and operator shall be used on
equipment. lifting of materials and tools.
5.2 Struck by Heavy Ensure lifting equipment have a valid sticker by Saudi
5.2.3
Equipment Aramco
5.2.4 equipment and tag must be distributed to all nearby
working personnel
6.1 All personal injuries 6.1.4
6.1.5
site. Removal of all combustible and flammable
including equipment
and machinery
6.Housekeeping & Housekeeping shall be kept as a part of daily working
damaged. 6.1.6
Restoration talk
WORKING AREA) 6.2.3 drums with cover shall be installed. All waste shall be
6.2 Trip / Slip and Fall
segregated at source.
hazard
6.2.4
walk ways.
HOLIDAY TEST

1. Work Site preparation 1.1.1 (JSI) prior to start any activities.
such as Installation of 1.1Slip, Trips & Falls
1.1.2 per G.I. 2.100.
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night time.
obstacles.
2.1.1 assists the Vehicle/Equipment working on the area
2.1.2 authorized Personnel & Equipment allowed
2.1.3 in the activity.
2. Secure the area against 2.1 Struck by Vehicle,
traffic Camel falling Provide sufficient lightings during night time and install
2.1.4
Secure hot work permit & make joint inspection, also
3.1.1 issue a CSE permit, gas monitoring and testing is
required.
3.1 Struck the existing 3.1.2 Valid equipment sticker/daily operator checklist.
cables/Improper use of 3.1.3 Use a trained spotter.
equipment/ Unqualified
equipment 3.1.4 Keep only required personnel on site.
3. Lowering of new pipe. Maintain safe distance between existing cables and
operator./Substandard 3.1.5
rigging equipment.
tool/equipment/Falling 3.1.6 Certified/competent operator must be used.
hazards 3.1.7 Use qualified rigger.
3.1.8 Use inspected / non damaged Nylon slings.
3.1.9 Provide access ladder(s),
Holiday test machines must be inspected prior to each
4.1.1 use
Personnel performing Holiday Test must utilize shoes
4.1.2 with rubber sole or dielectric shoes
4.1 Electric
Shock/Failure of Personnel performing Holiday Test must be trained and
4.1.3 experienced
rigging
4. Holiday Testing Ensure that rigging equipment are inspected and color
equipment/ Unqualified 4.1.4
HE operator/Strike coded prior to its use
against or struck by 4.1.5 Remove all defective slings and shackles
Ensure that operators have a valid SA certificate and
4.1.6 SAG for Heavy Equipment’s
4.1.7 Use a trained spotter/rigger with reflective vest
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Maintain safe distance between equipment and

4.1.8 personnel position
4.1.9 Keep only the needed people
4.1.10 Use qualified supervisor
5.1.1
Maintain good housekeeping on the work area
5.1.2 such as rocks, litter or clutter
5.1. Tripping Heavy Equipment movement must be assisted by a
5. Demobilization of tools 5.1.3 spotter
hazards/Struck by
& equipment.
Heavy Equipment Certified rigger and operator shall be used on lifting of
5.1.4 materials and tools.
5.1.5
Aramco
Use proper PPE when working and removing
6.1.1 unnecessary materials in the area.
Do not work manually, if possible use proper
equipment for hauling of barricades and signboards.
6.1. Injury to personnel 6.1.2
Remove all tools, equipment’s, debris and other
(unsafe handling)/Ill-
materials in the area.
6. Clearing and health effects i.e. hand
Ensure that the work site is returned to its original good
Housekeeping laceration, absorption 6.1.3 condition.
of dust, fumes &
Ensure that working crew are using appropriate PPE
vapors 6.1.4
during housekeeping
All materials are properly disposed of to prevent
6.1.5 environmental hazards and ill-health effects to human
EXCAVATION ACTIVITIES FOR FLOW LINE
1.1.2
per G.I. 2.100.
1.1.4
night time.
1. Work Site preparation Provide adequate portable fire extinguisher and other
such as Installation of
Warning signs & Barricade Ensure there are clear access and egress to work site
obstacles.
1.2.1
assists the
1.2 Struck-by/Against 1.2.2 Vehicle/Equipment working on the area
(vehicle accident)
1.2.3
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1.2.4
in the activity.
1.2.5
1.2.7
2.1.2
commence.
Pre job briefing/Step Back MEETING requires for all
2.1 Incompliance to 2.1.3 prior to the work starting by the supervisor and the
specification / required safety officer
procedure Safe work plan / permit and JSA shall be discussed by
actual work start.
2.1.5
2.2.2
avoid accumulation.
2.2.3
2. Work Permit Carry out housekeeping / cleaning before & after work.
/ tripping hazard.
2.2.5
waste at source.
2.2.6
2.3.2
2.3.5
Work permit shall be obtained prior to execution of
3.1.1 work in CONFINED SPACE.
3.1. Hazardous
3. Entering in a Confined Prior entering a confine space approved gas tester
atmosphere/ Oxygen 3.1.2
space must conduct a gas testing.
enrichment /Deficiency
3.1.3 Excavation and rescue plan must be available
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Provide STANDBY MAN and entry log should be

3.1.4 provided
3.1.5 Entry checklist must be provided
Mode of communication needs to be identified and
3.1.6 provided
H2S, LEL should be “0” reading always, during the
3.1.7 work execution
3.1.8 Signage’s must be provided in multilingual
3.1.9 Mechanical ventilation should be provided, if required
3.1.10 Oxygen reading should be between 20.0 to 23.5 %
3.1.11 Supervisor should be available at the working area
SCBA trained person with the SCBA unit must be
3.1.12 provided
Provide access and egress to TRENCH every 25ft. and
3.1.13 ensure that ladder extends 3 feet above the step point.
Gas test must be conducted regularly by a certified gas
3.2.1 tester.
3.2.2 Proper PPE shall be worn all the time.
3.2. Toxic Gases and
All PPE, tools, communication equipment as well as
Inhalation
3.2.3 rescue equipment shall be presented prior to enter
confined space.
3.2.4 Use SCBA (Self Breathing Apparatus) if necessary.
4.1.1 Secure work permit
Provide Pre-excavation checklist prior to start any
4.1.2
activity.
Prior to start excavation, joint site inspection must be
4.1.3 done by the receiver and issuer to ensure the all the
4.1. Start activities existing underground facilities are acknowledged.
without identifying Conduct UGU scanning and provide the signage’s in all
4.1.4
underground utilities identified locations
A certified Work Permit receiver shall be available at
4. Manual Excavation for 4.1.5 the jobsite, obtain the necessary authorization
Exposing Existing Pipes & signature if required
Cables Equipment: Hand In case of emergency stop all activity and proceed to
Tools 4.1.6 the pre-defined assembly area, report the incident
immediately regardless of how minor it is.
4.2.1 Check the type of soil.
Edge protection to be done by means of sloping,
4.2.2
benching and shoring the sides of the excavation.
4.2. Cave-ins Excavated soil shall be placed 2 feet from the edge of
4.2.3
the excavation.
4.2.4 Prevent workers accessing near excavation.
Provide the hard barrier one meter away from the edge
4.2.5
of the excavation.
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Provide an egress or ladder every 25 ft. of the

4.2.6
excavated area.
4.3.1 Use water to suppress the dust.
4.3. Dust exposure Use Proper Personal Protective Equipment along with
4.3.2
dust mask.
4.4. Potential damage 4.4.1 Prevent workers from transiting near existing facilities.
to underground utilities 4.4.2 Provide protection to all underground utilities

4.5.1

4.5.2
per G.I. 2.100.
4.5. Slips and trips
prior to commence the activity & Put of lightings during
4.5.4
night time.
4.5.5
obstacles.
4.7.1
A shelter with plenty of water shall be provided on
4.7. Weather 4.7.2
jobsite in a hot Weather condition.
Conditions
If conditions are worse, its necessary to give at least a
4.7.3
10 minutes break for every 30 minutes’ activity.
4.7.4 Stop all activity if the weather conditions are severe.
Provide barricade and do not allow unauthorized
5.1.1
personnel to be in the area of excavation.
5.1.2 Assigned flagman to give signal.
Mechanical excavation should not be performed within
5.1.3
3m of any live pipeline
5.1 Struck-by injury
5. Mechanical Excavation (swing of excavator Enforce the use of Personal Protective Equipment
5.1.4
& Rock Breaking Activities equipment) (PPE) when working at excavation.
Equipment: Backhoe, Manual and Mechanical excavation should not be
5.1.5
Loader, Backhoe Loader & performed simultaneously
Dump Truck & Power tools TB PWAS should be installed in all earth moving
5.1.6
( if required) equipment
5.1.7 Tag must be provided to all nearby working team
Ensure that soil is strong enough to hold and stable
5.2.1
5.2 Injury to personnel prior to place Heavy equipment in the area.
(Collapse of soil) SA authorized competent person should be assigned to
5.2.2
classify the soil condition and the protection method
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Motor vehicles, cranes and heavy equipment shall be

kept away from the edge of the excavation a distance
of 2 m (6.5 ft) or the depth of the excavation, whichever
5.2.3 is greatest, unless the excavation is in stable rock or it
is protected against collapse by shoring that has been
designed or approved by a degreed SA authorized
civil/structural engineer
Assigned Standby Man during the excavation activity
5.2.4
wearing a Reflective vest.
Proper supervision by a competent person shall be
5.2.5
perform while activities is in progress.
Proper barricading must be installed 2m away from the
edge of the excavation with multilingual signage to
5.3.1
prevent entrance of unauthorized persons and vehicle
5.3 Injury (Falling into in the area.
excavation) Ensure that daily pre-excavation checklist is compiled
5.3.2 prior to work inside the excavation.
5.3.3 Install the blinker lights
Obtained as built drawing from the SA Field Operation
to ensure that no Underground facilities within the area,
5.4.1 If UG facilities are available, only hand tools or manual
excavation is allowed to use.
Conduct the scanning and provide the signage’s in all
5.4Damaged to UG 5.4.2
identified UGU area
facilities (unidentified Put Wooden Support under the cables to keep them
underground facilities) 5.4.3 straight
Do not work or commence without approved pre-
5.4.4 excavation checklist
Report incidents in case of any damage to the property
5.4.5 regardless of how minor it is
5.5.1 Use water to suppress dust.
5.5 Dust exposure.
5.5.2 Use proper dust mask
5.6.1 Provide UL listed fire extinguisher
5.6.2 Fire watch should be available at the jobsite.
5.6.3 All equipment must be properly grounded.
5.6 Fire
Pre-inspection to all equipment must be conducted
5.6.4 before any activity
Nearby combustible materials should be removed or
5.6.5
protected
For poor visibility stop all activity, pull out the
5.7.1. vehicles/equipment away from the main road, and
parking light should be turned on.
5.7 Weather Conditions 5.7.2.
A shelter with plenty of water shall be provided on
If conditions became worst, its necessary to give at
5.7.3.
least a 10 minutes break for every 30 minutes’ activity.
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Stop all activity during weather conditions are severe

5.7.4.
and poor visibility.
MOC hazards should be identified during the execution
of task, work should be stopped if required. Employees
5.7.5. should be empowered to stop the job if they noticed
any unsafe act/condition. Stop work policy should be
strictly implemented
5.8.1. Install a goal post as per G.I. 2.702
Monitor the movement of Heavy equipment near
5.8.2. Overhead power Line and shall be coordinated with
5.8. Overhead Power Saudi Aramco POD
Line Counter sign shall be made prior to start any activity All
equipment moving under the Overhead Power line
5.8.3.
shall maintain a proper clearance of 20 ft. (6.1 M) for
250,00 volts and for over 250,000 25 ft. or 7.6 M.
5.9.1
Activities
5.9.2 prior to start any SIMOPS (Simultaneous Operations).
5.9.3 Ear Plug & Safety Helmet) must be used during
5.9 SIMOPS Simultaneous Activities)
(Simultaneous No Personnel allowed to work without Proximity
5.9.4 Warning Alarm System Tag
Operations)
5.9.5 simultaneous activities.
5.9.6 near Welding
5.9.8
in-charge
6.1.2 such as rocks, litter or clutter,
6.2.1
spotter
6. Demobilization of tools Certified rigger and operator shall be used on lifting of
& equipment. 6.2.2
6.2 Struck by Heavy
Equipment 6.2.3
Aramco
6.2.4 equipment and the tags must be issued all nearby
working personnel
7. Housekeeping & 7.1 All personal injuries
7.1.1 site. Removal of all combustible and flammable
Restoration including equipment
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(CLEANLINESS ON and machinery Housekeeping shall be kept as a part of daily working

7.1.2
WORKING AREA) damaged. talk
Housekeeping shall be kept as a part of daily working
7.1.3
talk
PIPE LOWERING
1.1.2 per G.I 2.100.
1.1 Slip, Trips & Falls 1.1.3 prior to commence the activity & Put of lightings during
night time.
1.Work Site preparation obstacles.
such as Installation of Assigned Standby& Flagman wearing reflective vest to
1.2.8
Warning signs & Barricade assists the Vehicle/Equipment working on the area
1.2.9
1.2.10
1.2 Struck-by/Against in the activity.
1.2.11
1.2.13
2.1 Incompliance to Unwanted materials shall be removed regularly to
2.1.2
specification / required avoid accumulation.
procedure and Untidy Keep access / egress free from obstruction all the time.
work area could result 2.1.3
Carry out housekeeping / cleaning before & after work.
to slipping / tripping Organized materials staging area will be maintained
hazard. 2.1.4 equipped with barricade appropriate signboard and
2.Work Permit with designated ENTRY and EXIT POINT.
2.2.2
2.2 Gas monitoring
Before entering Confined Space, make ensure at the
2.2.4
space is properly isolated, cleaned and
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2.2.5 adequately ventilated.

3.Material Handling, 3.1.2
Preparation, Rigging and STICKER and periodic inspection check list and colour
3.1 Potential damage to coding.
Lifting (Loading and
Unloading of Materials)
Equipment: Crane & Side 3.1.3
boom 7.029 and shall ensure that the capacity (SWL)
manufacturer LOGO, and manufacturer serial number.
Qualified rigger should be on the AREA. While crane is
3.1.4
under operational.
4.1.2 Certification. Valid crane / equipment inspection
4.1.3 STICKER and periodic inspection check list and colour
4.1. Potential damage coding.
to property and fire All slings / rigging equipment to be used shall be
4.1.4
7.029 and shall ensure that the capacity (SWL)
manufacturer LOGO, and manufacturer serial number.
Qualified rigger should be on the AREA. While crane is
4.1.5
under operational.
4.2.1 TAG LINE should be used in all lifting.
TEST LIFT and CRANE lift checklist shall be performed
4.2.2
4. Rigging and Lifting of prior to do the actual lifting.
Pipes & Materials 4.2. Crush accident / A Critical lift Plan to be submitted to company
4.2.3
Equipment: Crane & Side Major equipment representative for approval if required
boom Rigging & Lifting damage. Unauthorized personnel should not be allowed within
4.2.4
under OHPL Equipment: the lifting radius.
Crane & Side boom 4.2.5 DO NOT STAND UNDERNEATH the boom.
4.2.6 WIND SPEED should not be above 32Kph.
4.3.2 OHPL and need countersign the permit as Aramco
4.3 Shock due to Procedure.
contact overhead When working near overhead power lines, never
Power lines operate a crane or allow its mast, gin pole, or load to
4.3.3
4.3.4
Ensure that equipment & Sling wire use for lowering
5.1.1
are visually inspected and valid SWL and colour coded
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5.1.2 Ensure the work area is free from obstructions.

Only certified Side boom & Crane Operator shall
5.1.3
perform the job.
Equipment should have a valid inspection sticker by
5.1.4
authorized 3rd party by Saudi Aramco.
5.1 Struck-by/against Operator shall complete the pre-inspection checklist
(movement of pipe & 5.1.5
and ensure to maintain a safe operating equipment.
side boom)
5.1.6 Barricades with Signage’s should be provided
Certified riggers should be allowed to provide signals to
5.1.7
the operator
5.1.8 Complete PPE should be worn during lifting
5. Pipe Lowering
Equipment: Crane & Side 5.1.9 WIND SPEED should not be exceeded 32Kph
boom No Unauthorized personnel allowed during Pipe
5.2.1 Lowering
5.2.1
Full PPE (Safety Shoes, Safety Glass, High Visibility
5.2 SIMOPS Vest, Safety Glass, Gloves, Fire Resistant Clothing,
(Simultaneous 5.2.1
Operations) Simultaneous Activities)
5.2.4 Barricade and Signage’s must be in place during
5.2.1
the simultaneous activities
5.2.5 No Personnel allowed to work without Proximity
5.2.1 Warning Alarm System 5.2.6 Full Supervision for the
Activities
6.1. Tripping hazards Remove any potential tripping hazards from the area
6.1.2
6. Demobilization of tools 6.2.1
spotter
& equipment. Equipment: Certified rigger and operator shall be used on lifting of
Trailer (High bed/Lowbed), 6.2.2
Crane & Boom Truck 6.2. Struck by Heavy
Equipment 6.2.3
Aramco
6.2.4 equipment and tag must be distributed to all nearby
working personnel
Use proper PPE when working and removing
7.1.1
unnecessary materials in the area.
Do not work manually, if possible use proper
7. Clearing and 7.1 Injury to personnel equipment for hauling of barricades and signboards.
7.1.2
Housekeeping Trailer (unsafe handling) Remove all tools, equipment’s, debris and other
(High bed/ Lowbed), Crane materials in the area.
& Boom Truck Ensure that the work site is returned to its original good
7.1.3
condition.
7.2 Ill-health effects i.e. Ensure that working crew are using appropriate PPE
7.2.1
hand laceration, during housekeeping
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absorption of dust, All materials are properly disposed of to prevent

fumes & vapours 7.2.2
environmental hazards and ill-health effects to human
BACKFILLING ACTIVITIES
1.1.2 per G.I. 2.100.
1.1 Slip, Trips & Falls 1.1.3 night time.
1.1.4 firefighting
equipment
areas to prevent employees from tripping over any
1. Work Site preparation 1.1.5 obstacles.
such as Installation of Assigned Standby& Flagman wearing reflective vest
1.2.1 to assists the Vehicle/Equipment working on the area
1.2.2 authorized Personnel & Equipment allowed
1.2.3 in the activity.
1.2 Struck- by/Against
(vehicle accident) 1.2.4 Provide sufficient lightings during night time and install
1.2.5 reflectorized directional signage.
2.1.2 Documents shall be secured before any work
commence.
2.1.3 TOOLBOX MEETING requires for all prior to the work
starting
2.1 Incompliance to Safe work plan / permit and JSA shall be discussed by
specification / required
2.1.4
the supervisor with his crew on a daily basis before the
procedure
2. Work Permit actual work start.
2.1.5 A STEPBACK shall be performed by the team leader
2.1.6 Stop work if the work is not performed in accordance
2.2 Untidy work area 2.2.1 Arrange materials in order of usage
could result to slipping Unwanted materials shall be removed regularly to
/ tripping hazard. 2.2.2 avoid accumulation.
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2.2.3 Carry out housekeeping / cleaning before & after work.
Organized materials staging area will be maintained
equipped with barricade appropriate signboard and
2.2.4 with designated ENTRY and EXIT POINT.
2.2.5 waste at source.
2.3.2
2.3.5
space.
Pre-job briefing meeting should be conducted by the
3.1.1 supervisor.
3.1.2 Conduct joint inspection
Ensure the equipment is in Good Condition Close
3.1.3 supervision.
3.1.4 Obtain Hot Work permit before the job start.
Trained and authorized & Saudi Aramco certified
3.1.5 personnel will operate the machinery.
3.1.6 Spotter will be used to control the backfilling operation.
3. Sand Bedding, equipment Tag should be distributed to all nearby
Backfilling, Levelling & 3.1.7 working team members
Berming Activities 3.1. Struck-by injury Operators will be briefed on any identified potential
Equipment: Backhoe, 3.1.8 hazards.
Dump Truck, Loader & Back-up alarm will be provided with each piece of
Hand Tools 3.1.9 heavy equipment.
Strobe light should be functional during working time
Maintain Safe Distance on Existing Facilities (more than
3.1.10 3 meters away)
Daily inspection checklist should be followed, all
defects needs to be communicated and rectified by the
3.1.11 authorized personnel only
Preventive maintenance program should be developed
3.1.12 and followed
All incidents should be reported to SA PMT as per GI
3.1.13 007.0026
3.2. Eye injury 3.2.1 Use water to suppress dust
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Always use the proper Z87.1 standard eye protection

3.2.2
glass
A pre-inspection of equipment shall be done prior to start

3.3.1
any activity
Provide fire watch along with UL/FM listed fire

3.3.2
extinguisher
3.3.3 Maintain good housekeeping.
3.3. Fire In case of emergency stop all activity and proceed to
3.3.4
Daily inspection checklist should be followed, all
3.3.5 defects needs to be communicated and rectified by the
authorized personnel only
Preventive maintenance program should be developed
3.3.6
and followed
All incidents should be reported to SA PMT as per GI
3.4.1 and heavy equipment away from the main road and the
parking light should be turned on
3.4. Dust hazards A shelter with plenty of water shall be organized on
3.4.2
If the conditions are worse than work must be stopped
3.4.3 and the employees needs be transferred to the
accommodation.
Proper barricading must be installed one meter away

from the edge of the excavation with multi lingual
3.5.1
signage to prevent entrance of unauthorized personnel
and vehicle in the area.
3.5 Injury (Falling into Ensure that daily pre-excavation checklist is compiled
3.5.2
Excavation) prior to work inside the excavation.
3.5.3 Install ladders for evacuation in case of emergency.
Distance between access/exit points in an excavation
3.5.4 shall not exceed 7.5 meters (25 feet) or ladders shall
be spaced at least every 15 m [50 ft.] along a trench.
Provided the trained flagman if the excavation nearby
3.5.5
the floating population or vehicle movement area
Ensure that soil is strong enough to hold and stable
3.6.1
prior to place Heavy equipment in the area.
3.6 Injury to personnel Motor vehicles, cranes and heavy equipment shall be
(Collapse of soil) kept away from the edge of the excavation a distance
3.6.2 of 2 m (6.5 ft) or the depth of t excavation, whichever is
greatest, unless the excavation is in stable rock or is
protected against collapse by shoring that has been
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designed or approved by a degreed civil/structural

engineer.
Assigned Standby Man during the excavation activity

3.6.3
wearing a Reflective vest.
Proper supervision by a competent person shall be
3.7.1
perform while activities is in progress
3.7.3 Monitor the movement of Heavy equipment near
3.7 Overhead Power
Line 3.7.4
Saudi Aramco POD
Counter sign shall be made prior to start any activity All
equipment moving under the Overhead Power line shall
3.7.5
maintain a proper clearance of 20 ft. (6.1 M) for 250,00
volts and for over 250,000 25 ft. or 7.6 M.
3.8.1
Activities
3.8.2
3.8.3
Vest,
Safety Glass, Gloves, Fire Resistant Clothing, Ear Plug
3.8.4
&
3.8. SIMOPS Safety Helmet) must be used during Simultaneous
3.8.5
(Simultaneous Activities)
Operations) No Personnel allowed to work without Proximity Warning
3.8.6
Alarm System Tag
3.8.7
3.8.8
near Welding Activities
3.8.10
in charge
4.1Tripping hazard Remove any potential tripping hazards from the area
4.1.2
4. Demobilization of tools Heavy Equipment movement must be assisted by a
4.2.1
& equipment. spotter
4.2Struck by Heavy Certified rigger and operator shall be used on lifting of
4.2.2
Equipment materials and tools.
4.2.3
Aramco
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4.2.4equipment and the tags must be issued all nearby
working personnel
5.1 All personal injuries 5.1.1 site. Removal of all combustible and flammable
including equipment materials shall be strictly implemented.
and machinery
5. Housekeeping & Housekeeping should be discussed in the daily
damaged. 5.1.2
Restoration meeting and organized on a daily basis
WORKING AREA) 5.2.1
drums with cover shall be installed.
5.2Trip / Slip and Fall
hazard Waste rubbish skips should be placed, and the project
5.2.2 waste management program should be implemented
properly
COMPACTING AND LEVELING

1.1.2 per G.I. 2.100.
1.1.4
night time.
1. Work Site preparation obstacles.
such as Installation of Assigned Standby & Flagman wearing reflective vest to
1.2.1
Warning signs & Barricade assists the Vehicle/Equipment working on the area
1.2.2
1.2.3
in the activity.
(vehicle accident) 1.2.4 Provide adequate lightings during night time and install
1.2.5 reflectorized directional signage.
1.2.7
2.1 Incompliance to 2.1.1 Permit to work and drawings needed for the area.
2. Work Permit specification / required Documents shall be secured before any work
procedure 2.1.2
commence.
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starting Safe work plan / permit and JSA shall be
2.1.3
discussed by the supervisor with his crew on a daily
basis before the actual work start.
2.1.4
2.1.5
2.2.2
2.2 Untidy work area cleaning before & after work.
could result to slipping Organized materials staging area will be maintained
2.2.4
waste at source.
2.2.5
be out of control.
2.3.2
2.3.5
space.
3.1.1 Remove all unwanted materials
3.1.2 Conduct regular housekeeping
Ensure the site condition safety work and all MOC
3.1.3 hazards has been identified and communicated to all
3.1 Slips, Trips, Falls personnel
Do not allow the work fronts if the visibility is less than
3. Levelling Activity 3.1.4
adequate
Equipment: Backhoe
All rebar’s installed during survey should be protected
Loader, Wheel Loader, 3.1.5
by cap or shepherd
Dump Truck & Grader
Wear reflective hi-vis vests when exposed to vehicular
3.2.1
traffic
3.2 Struck by/ Against 3.2.2 Isolate equipment swings areas
Heavy Equipment, Make eye contact with operators before approaching
3.2.3
equipment
3.2.4 Barricade or enclose the work area
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Restrict work area entry to authorized personnel only

3.2.5 during construction activities, multi lingual signage
should be posted
PT TWAS should be installed to all earth moving
3.2.6
equipment
3.2.7 Tag should be distributed to all nearby working crew
Man machine interface hazards should be identified
3.2.8 and the control measures needs to be implemented as
per the project MMI program
Wear hard hats, safety glasses with side shields, and
3.2.9
steel-toe safety boots
3.2.10 Understand and review hand signals
3.3.1 and heavy equipment away from the main road and
turned on the parking light
A shelter with plenty of water shall be organized on the
3.3 Weather Condition 3.3.2
If it is necessary, work break of 10 minutes for every 30
3.3.3
minutes’ activity should be followed.
3.3.4 Stop all activity if the visibility is in adequate
Use hearing protection when exposed to excessive
3.4.1 noise levels (greater than 85 dBA over an 8-hour work
period
3.4 Vibration / High
Assess noise level with sound level meter if possibility
Noise Levels 3.4.3
exists that level may exceed 85dBA TWA
If required use the anti-vibration gloves as per the
3.4.4
project glove matrix
3.5 High/ Low Ambient 3.5.1 Monitor for Heat/Cold stress
Temperature 3.5.2 Provide fluids to prevent worker dehydration
3.6. Overhead Power Monitor the movement of Heavy equipment near
Line Overhead Power Line and shall be coordinated with
3.6.2
Saudi Aramco POD and obtain the counter signature if
required
Unauthorized personnel should not be allowed during
3.7.1
Installation of RTR
Proper Coordination & Communication must be
3.7.2 established prior to start any SIMOPS (Simultaneous
Operations)
Full PPE (Safety Shoes, Respirator, Safety Glass,
3.7. SIMOPS Working Gloves, Fire Resistant Clothing, Ear Plug &
3.7.3
Safety Helmet) must be used during Simultaneous
Activities)
3.7.4
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4.1.1
4.1.2
per G.I. 2.100.
4.1 Slips, Trips, Falls 4.1.3 Provide adequate visible warning signs and barricade
4.1.4
night time.
obstacles.
Wear reflective hi-vis vests when exposed to vehicular
4.2.1
traffic
4.2.2 Isolate equipment swings areas
Make eye contact with operators before approaching
4.2.3
equipment
4.2.4 Barricade or enclose the work area
Restrict work area entry to authorized personnel only
4.2.5 during construction activities, multi lingual signage
4.2. Struck by/ Against should be posted
Heavy Equipment, PT TWAS should be installed to all earth moving
4.2.6
equipment
4.2.7 Tag should be distributed to all nearby working crew
4. Compacting Activity
Equipment: Roller Man-machine interface hazards should be identified,
Compactor 4.2.8 and the control measures needs to be implemented as
per the project MMI program
Wear hard hats, safety glasses with side shields, and
4.2.9
steel-toe safety boots
4.2.10 Understand and review hand signals
Rotate compaction tasks to minimize worker exposure
4.3.1
4.3Flying Debris, to equipment vibration
Protruding Objects 4.3.2 Use compactors with vibration dampening devices
4.3.3 Implement dust control program
Use hearing protection when exposed to excessive
4.4.1
noise levels
4.4.2 (greater than 85 dBA over an 8-hour work period
4.4. Vibration / High
Noise Levels Assess noise level with sound level meter if possibility
4.4.3
exists that level may exceed 85dBA TWA
If required use the anti-vibration gloves as per the
4.4.4
project glove matrix.
4.5.1 Monitor for Heat/Cold stress
Provide fluids to prevent worker dehydration Establish
4.5.2
4.5 High/ Low Ambient work/test schedule
Temperature 4.5.3 Provide the rest shelters
Provide the adequate acclimatization awareness
4.5.4
training
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4.6. Overhead Power Monitor the movement of Heavy equipment near
Line Overhead power Line and shall be coordinated with
4.6.2
Saudi Aramco POD and obtain the counter signature if
required
5.1.2
5. Demobilization of tools Heavy Equipment movement must be assisted by a
5.2.1
& equipment. trained spotter
5.2 Struck by Heavy Certified rigger and operator shall be used on lifting of
Equipment 5.2.2
5.2.3 RVCCCS should be installed in all trucks
Use proper cut resistant hand gloves and dust mask
when working and removing unnecessary materials in
6. Housekeeping & 6.1 All personal injuries the area. All materials are properly disposed of to
6.1.1
Restoration including equipment prevent environmental hazards and ill-health effects to
(CLEANLINESS ON and machinery human beings and other existing in habitant in the
WORKING AREA) damaged. area.
Always discuss the housekeeping in the daily meeting
6.1.2
and comply
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Use as many lines as needed to list the critical steps. Be specific.

2. There may be more than one hazard per step. List each hazard.
3. Identify the proper control for addressing each hazard. The preferred priorities are
engineering,administrative (procedures) and then PPE.
4. Identify any recommended actions required, e.g., develop a new procedure
or perform anindustrial hygiene assessment. Assign a responsible party for any
required actions.
5. List each type of PPE needed for the task. Be specific.
6. Identify key steps as “STOP WORK TRIGGERS” (in the “Controls” column) if there are
anyconditions, job changes or distractions that will prompt personnel to stop all work
activities associated with the job until further assessment is conducted or additional
controls.
7. T&I Critical Activities check list (Supplement #3) SMS#6.06 needs to be filled, verified
andendorsed by operation T&I representative daily with work permit.
JSA Approved by: _
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METHOD
OF
STATEMENT
METHOD STATEMENT
for
RIGHT OF WAY CONSTRUCTION-SABKHA
1. CONSTRUCTION METHODOLOGY
1.1. CONSTRUCTION SURVEY / STAKING
 All the survey instruments shall be calibrated and copy of the calibration
certificate shall be maintained with each instrument and submitted for
approval.
 Surveying work shall be carried out by employing the services of a
competent Land Surveyor, subject to prior approval.
 The temporary benchmarks & control points shall be established on any
nearby permanent Structures.
 Existing original ground level will be recorded in a grid manner.
 The surveyor will set out the ROW corridor limits by marking the centerline
of the ROW for grading and embankment fill, the top of ROW levels will be
marked on pegs. To easily transfer any stakes such as centreline or limits of
the ROW, NBC will establish the reference points outside the construction
area so that it will not to be removed during clearing operation. Temporary
progressive kilometre markers will be provided along the pipeline corridor at
intervals of 500 meters or at bends.
 Embankment fill height on the Sabkha area will be based from the existing
ground elevation level. This guarantees that the highest ground water level
will be 150mm (Min) below the bottom of the pipes. NBC will therefore
comply with Saudi Aramco Standard which requires that the pipe’s bottom
must be above 150 mm (Min) from the highest recorder groundwater table.
1.2. APPROVED BORROW PIT LOCATIONS.
 NBC will utilize the approved Borrow pits with Aramco standards and project
requirement.
1.3. TRANSPORTATION PLAN FOR THE MATERIAL FROM THE BORROW

PIT
 NBC will transport the materials from the Borrow pits to specific location by
using approved machines and trucks
1.4. PREPARATION OF ACCESS ROADS
KENTZ will construct temporary access marl roads in Sabkha areas to allow the
access and facilitate safe movement of equipment to the site location.
METHOD STATEMENT
for
Access road shall also be suitable for the hauling and delivery of the double joints (if
adopted) pipes for stringing out along the ROW.
1.5. SABKHA PAD CONSTRUCTION
 Fill material to use are from dune Sand or Marl in line with SAES-A-114.
 Fill materials shall be transported from borrow pit by dump trucks.
 Fill material shall be placed in lifts not exceeding 300 mm in loose depth.
Other lift thicknesses may be approved by Saudi Aramco Inspection
Representative based on field test section using the intended compaction.
 However, 900 mm instead of 300mm may be approved by the appropriate
Saudi Aramco Inspection Representative based on a field test section using
the intended compaction equipment and verification that compaction was
achieved for full depth.
 The dumped material shall be spreaded by Grader and Dosser so that the
layer thickness shall be of 900mm in loose depth.
 The water shall be sprayed on the material spreaded and the compaction
shall be done by the roller compacter (10ton) with average of 20 to 25
passes to meet the compaction strength as mentioned in IFC drawing
 In-Place density shall be determined using one of the following (SAES-A-
114):
- Sand Cone Method
- Rubber Balloon Method
- Nuclear Method
- Drive-Cylinder
 Nuclear density gauges, when used, shall have a valid calibration certificate
per requirement of SAES-A-114 Sec. 3.2
 The depth of test holes shall no greater than 300mm (12 inches) deep
(SAES-A-114- Sec. 3.2) Each backfill layer shall be compacted and tested.
 The relevant SAIC shall be submitted to Saudi Aramco representative for

Approval.
 In place density and moisture content of soils shall be determined by the

Sand-Cone method s as per ASTM D1556, nuclear method as per ASTM
D6938, The rubber balloon method as per ASTM D2167, or the drive –
cylinder method as per ASTM-D2937. Acceptance testing of in place density
and moisture content (Field density testing) on compacted fill will be
performed at the following rates:
o General fill – one tests every 5000 ft² (460 m²) of each lift.
METHOD STATEMENT
for
As a minimum, at least one in-place density test must be performed on Every lift of fill
and further placement shall not be allowed until the required Density has been
achieved.
Compacted surfaces of fill and backfill shall be finish graded to the cross Sections,
lines, grades, and elevations as indicated on the drawings.
1.6. COMPACTION WATER
 Water used for compaction of fill materials in accordance with SAES-A-114

standard.
 As per SAES-A-114 clause the sea water can be used for compaction if
there is no source available within 20 km.
2. TEST AND RECORDS
All records relevant to the above procedure shall be retained by the Quality Control
department in the site office, for the duration of the project, before being handed over
to the KENTZ in accordance with the requirements of the contract documents.
Copies of all records shall be made and transferred to the KENTZ Office where they
shall be retained for the guarantee period of the contract.
METHOD STATEMENT FOR
PIPELINE STRINGING
1.1. PIPE STRINGING PROCEDURE
 Prior to the commencement of pipe stringing activity, the following shall be

made available and ready:
- Pipe stringing schedule.
- Route Map from Pipe Factory and from Coating Terminals to the job
site. This map shall facilitate the identification of the safest and
convenient local access or way from the main highway to the various
worksites within the pipeline corridor considering avoidance of
hazards and maneuvering difficulties. This information shall be
provided and coordinated to the pipe Transport Coordinator located in
the coating terminal to initially guide the truck drivers/carrier on the
safest way to the work site
- At the site, personal assistance shall be provided to guide the trucks
drivers from main highway to the designated worksites or unloading
points. Site access roads shall be made accessible, sand removal or
grading has to be done, prior to start pipe stringing to avoid truck from
being stuck. Adequate project sign boards, directional arrows and
warning signs shall be provided throughout the right of way (ROW)
route in order to guide truck drivers. Speed limits signs shall also be
posted and emphasized frequently.
- Readiness of the pipeline right of way (ROW) to receive the pipes for
stringing including supports either wooden skid with rubber tires as
padding or clean sand piles shall be ensured.
- The construction site representative shall prepare and update the
daily pipe stringing report to include the following information such as
quantity of pipes unloaded, pipe heat numbers, diameter, wall
thickness, specification, kilometre location, etc.
- The Stringing Foreman shall be familiar with the pipe alignment
sheets in order to identify the correct location of the pipes, hot bends
and cold bends, crossing locations, pipe thicknesses, pipe transitions
ext. ...
 Trailers transporting pipe to site shall be equipped with transport under desert
conditions. Timing of trips and movement of trailers shall comply with the
approved HSE Manual and HSE Plan with regard to limitations on heavy
vehicles driving hours, driving over bridges diversions, U-turns, night driving,
rest hours, entry and road access pass from local and Saudi Government
authorities, etc. as appropriate.
 Vehicle/trailer loads shall not exceed the weight limitation indicated on the
vehicle registration documents by the government authorities.
 The material man/coordinator assigned in vendors Coating Yard is
responsible for acceptance of Line Pipe at the pipe-coating yard (or material
yard). Any damage to the pipe shall be reported to the concerned personnel
at the loading location and the damaged pipes shall be segregated and not
loaded and shifted to site.
PIPELINE STRINGING
 If damage to the external coating of line pipe exceeds limitations of SAES-H-
200, pipe shall be rejected and such rejection shall be documented and
communicated to Company representative, Contractor and Coating
Vendor/Factory.
 The assigned Logistic Coordinator or Inspector at the Coating yard shall
ensure that all pipes to be delivered to site have been inspected, and
accepted including the correctness of pipe specification and ensured that,
FBE coated pipes are free from damage and shall document and report all
damages, shortages and defected and/or unsatisfactory pipes as appropriate.
 The pipes will be hauled from the coating terminal to the work sites by means
of trailer type truck. These trailer type trucks are customized to transport
coated pipes with proper supports/saddles and padding for coating protection.
The trailer type to be used will be either a flatbed type trailer or dolly type
trailer depending on length of pipe. Dolly trailers will be used for double (+/-
24meters) joints and flatbed trailer for single (+/- 12 meters) pipe joints.
 Depending on the stringing plan and/or actual site condition, the Site Material
Coordinator shall coordinate with Transportation Coordinator located at
Coating Terminal on the quantity and specification of the pipes to be strung
each day. The pipe hauling and stringing progress shall be constantly
assessed to meet daily stringing progress and to ensure staying ahead of the
bending and welding activities.
 Coated pipes shall be loaded onto trailers provided with saddles. The pipes
shall be secured by non-metallic straps. All saddles on the trailers shall be
covered with a non- abrasive material like rubber to avoid damage to coating.
 While pipes loading on trucks, each length of pipe shall be lowered to position
without dropping and each succeeding length shall rest on truck and shall be
separated from the adjacent pipe by rubber pad.
 Upon adequate safety arrangements and visual inspection, pipe unloading
may proceed. Pipes will be normally unloaded using side boom CAT 594H or
583H.
 All pipe stringing operation shall be carried out under the guidance of Saudi
Aramco certified Rigger Ill and Saudi Aramco certified Side Boom Operator.
 If the load condition doesn’t allow inserting a lifting belt between the pipes to
lift directly by the side boom, then the pipe shall be lifted by fixing padded
lifting clamps at both ends. The belts shall be connected by shackles to lifting
belts which can be connected directly to the side boom hook or to a spreader
bar, depending on length of the belts to be used.
 During the stringing operation along the right-of-way, the pipe shall be
supported on padded skids, sandbags, tires or similar material to protect the
coating from being damaged. Particular care shall be taken to store the pipe
at least 6 inches off the ground and supports spaced at regular intervals.
 The unloaded/stringed pipes shall be safely positioned away from the trench
(if trench ready) and in a manner that will facilitates inspection,
excavation/trenching and subsequent mechanical activities, like bending, pipe
end bevelling, pre-blast, coating cut back and so on.
 Identification and staking of location class limits at site by the Site Surveyor
with Stringing Foreman to ensure that, the pipes are strung at the right
PIPELINE STRINGING
location to control and avoid unnecessary movement or shifting during
stringing operation.
 Each pipe shall be visual inspected carefully, for any pipe fiscal damages that
could occur during transportation.
 The pipes shall be unloaded from trailers and lowered to their supporting skid
by suitable side boom. Tagline must be used to control the unloaded pipe
and to avoid rotation.
 Pipe shall not be rolled into form in any manner, which distorts the round form
of the ends, or scratches, gouges or dents the pipe. Pipe shall not be
dragged along the ground. Unloading shall be done by Side Boom CAT 594H
or 583H and spreader bar with slings and, lifting hooks.
 Pipe shall be strung in such a manner to permit the use of the land and
passage of equipment, or other normal traffic across the construction right-of-
way.
 Gaps in the strung line pipe are to be left for passage of personnel,
equipment, livestock. Line pipe shall be strung along side of road to allow for
safe working on both sides of strung pipes.
 Experienced stringing Foreman shall be responsible and supervise slinging or
lifting task.
 The Stringing Foreman (certified rigger III) or a rigger III is the only person
authorized to give instruction to all personnel involved in the stringing
operation.
 The work method will be different depending on the size and length of the
pipes to be strung, the number of pipes loaded on the trailer as well as if the
stringing operation precede or follows after the opening of the trench.
 Stringing of the pipe for existing roads crossings, pipeline crossings shall be
done outside crossing area to maintain continuity of the access road. Pipes
shall be strung in the final position when the trench of the crossings will be
ready. At that time, detour or by pass road would be available to maintain the
accessibility.
 During pipe stringing, the Quality control to be in accordance with applicable
SATIPs.
 the pipes will be positioned as per the approved alignment sheets and placed
according to their wall thickness. The stringing Foreman will insure that the
offloaded pipe material and heat numbers are registered. All the pipe details
are verified by the Quality Inspector and records are kept in the pipe tally
table
 Secure the pipe to prevent rolling to the ROW.
 The quality inspector visually inspects the pipe after offloading and marks
visible coating defects, dents, damages to pipe ends. the damages will be
reported to the concerned supervisor for further instigation and repairs
 Keep enough exits and space for security and pipeline riders.
PIPELINE STRINGING
FOR INDIVIDUAL PIPE STRINGING
 Line pipes and bends with required angle will be strung along the pipeline
route as per approved Project Alignment Sheets Along the pipe string, line
pipes will be located over temporary pipe supports made up of sand berms
and/or sand bags from the ground level. Sand berms or sand bags shall be at
least 6 inches (150 mm) or more thick to keep pipes high enough from the
ground to avoid the damages to the pipes. Temporary pipe supports will be
set up before the commencement of pipe transportation by a dedicated crew.
 Externally coated pipe strung along the right-of-way is supported on rock free
sand, sand bags, rubber tires, or similar compressible material to prevent
damage.
 Line pipe will be strung along the ROW and placed on the temporary supports
in the sequence of welding.
 Stringing crew shall check that the pipe number has been clearly marked on
the outside of the pipe and write the pipe number on the outside of the pipe
with permanent marker if the pipe number has not been marked or has
become illegible. Strung pipes will be recorded for further traceability. The
position of the line pipe seam weld will be on the top between 10 & 2 o’clock
position in alternate manner. While offloading pipes, followings will be
ensured:
o The hooks of the side boom will be fastened to both ends of the pipes.
Rubber, plastic or soft metals, such as aluminum plate or copper plate,
shall be added between the hook and the contacting part of the pipes to
prevent the pipe bevels from being damaged
o In case of bevel-damaged, pipes will be piled separately marked, issue
NCR, inform Company as per Schedule Q and will be used after they
have been repaired/re-beveled and accepted & closing of NCR.
o Coated pipe is not rolled or dragged on the ground.
o Equipment in contact with coated surface of pipe is padded.
o Slings for lifting pipe shall be nylon or similar material to prevent damage
to the pipe surface.
Open ends of pipeline strings shall be capped to prevent entry of debris or animals and birds. Each
string of the pipeline shall be cleaned to remove all debris.
METHOD STATEMENT FOR MAINLINE
WELDING AND REPAIR

1.1. WELDING PROCEDURE
 Welding procedures for Mainline Mechanized Welding shall comply with the
requirements of SAES-W-012, ASME B31.8 & API-1104.
 Manual Welding procedures for Mainline, Piping, Pipeline related facilities and
its structural attachments shall comply with the requirements of SAES-W-012/
W-011, ASME B31.4 / ASME B31.3 /ASME B31.8, ASME SEC-IX, API-
1104,01-SAMSS-010, 01-SAMSS-044 & SAES-W-016.
 Welding procedures for the miscellaneous structures can be Pre-Qualified as
per AWS D1.1.
 The PWE, in consultation with the PQM, shall select the suitable WPS from
the list of Aramco pre-approved Welding procedures of earlier projects. If
suitable is not available a new WPSs shall be prepared and qualified in
accordance with the applicable standards.
 Prior to start of any welding operation, all New Welding Procedures (If
required) shall be qualified by the Contractor which shall be Witnessed,
Tested and Certified by an Aramco approved third party inspection & Testing
agency. Once the procedure is certified, the WPS shall be finalized and
submitted to Saudi Aramco for approval prior to use. All submittals of Welding
Procedure Specifications shall include a WPS Summary with Line service
description.
 Raise the pipe up to the required location. Position and tighten the pipe
support to secure the pipe.
 The pipe will be checked for correct level, alignment and position and if
necessary, adjusted on the pipe support or relevel the pipe.
 The welder will use a normal welding transformer to join pipe by tack welding
them.
 The skilled welders then will start a root weld, and wire brush the root joint so
that the flux on the joint is completely removed. If necessary grinding will be
perform to remove the flux.
 After allowing the joints to solidify for a few minutes, the final weld shall be
performed and the flux shall be removed.
 Ensure proper penetration and no undercut during welding of the pipe.
 After completion of welding remove the burrs, dirt and welding slugs and
install temporary caps at open end.
 Clean the work location.
WELDING AND REPAIR

2. JOINT PREPARATION
2.1. BUTT END FITUP PREPARATION
 Line Pipe Groove End preparation for Mechanized Welding process shall be
machined as per the groove details in the WPS.
 Line Pipe / Piping Groove End preparation for Manual Welding process can
be prepared by machining or Flame cut and ground to finish as per the
groove details in the applicable WPS or as per the ASME B31.4/ ASME B31.8
/ ASME B31.3 Standard.
 The groove size and angle shall be measured with a groove angle gauge,
Depth Gauge and Ruler.
 Acceptable combinations of Pipe Groove ends for Manual welding process
can be as per the WPS or as per the ASME B31.4 /ASME B31.8 /ASME
B31.3
 For groove welds without backing ring, the tolerance for maximum weld gap
(root opening) shall be established in the WPS; in no circumstance the gap
should exceed 5 mm (3/16"). Maximum internal misalignment for the Pipe
welding under SAES-W-011 shall be l.5 mm or as established in the WPS.
 Maximum misalignment (Hi-low) at the inside surface of the pipe for
circumferential joints shall be less than 1/4 t or 3 mm whichever smaller,
where (t) is the wall thickness of the thinner section of the joint. Misalignment
can be checked by the use of hi-low gauge.
2.2. GAP CONTROL PROCEDURE
 All threaded connections up to the first block valve, as specified in SAES-L-

110 and or as specified by the IFC drawings, shall be seal welded.
 Sealing compounds or tapes (Teflon, etc.) shall not be used on joints that are
to be seal welded.
 Piping inspector shall ensure that a maximum of 1-1/2 exposed threads rule
to ensure proper thread engagement.
 Seal welds shall have a minimum of 2 weld pass and have a smooth contour
between the Male and Female part of Joint faces.
 Seal welded threaded connections may be subjected to random radiography
to confirm adequate thread engagement, if the compliance to the 1-1/2
threads maximum exposure rule, is in doubt.
3. WELD REPAIR
 Based on the evaluation of NDE report, the welding inspector or the

Production welding supervisor will confirm the Weld Repair Type and
communicate to the welder.
WELDING AND REPAIR

 Based on the weld defect location in the NDE report, exact circumferential
marking to be carried out near the Girth Weld.
 Any welds not meeting the acceptance criteria of the applicable code or
standard can be repaired twice at the production weld defect location.
 Cracked Welds shall not be subjected to Weld Repair. Cracked welds along
with the 6” long parent material at both ends shall be cut and segregated for
root cause investigation by NBC.
 The following are the situations not related with Welder performance, under
which a joint welded up to a maximum thickness of 5mm must be
discontinued and considered for CUT and Re-welded Manually;
- If the Mechanized welding operator encounters Root Weld Burn
through normally caused due to the internal misalignment during
Line-up, Pipe internal mismatch or ovality.
- If the Mainline welding crew encounters with heavy movement of
pipe or Disturbed Fit-up due to the accidental release of line up-
clamp, broken Bridge Tack welds of the Weld Fit-up, accidental
movement of Mainline supporting crane, or disturbance of pipe
support due to settling of sand below support during Root pass
and Hot pass welding.
- If the welding was interrupted for more than 24 hours due to any
reason including sudden adverse climatic conditions that may
strain the weld metal due to thermal expansion & contraction
forces of the main line.
- The above affected Joints must be removed of Weld metal
including a minimum of 5mm of Parent metal from the HAZ of both
pipes, accomplished by combination of cutting and Bevelling.
 Any weld joint that are rejected after second Weld Repair (R2) must be cut
and removed to the extent of Rejected R2 Weld metal and a minimum of
2mm of Parent metal measured away from the R2 HAZ of both the pipes by
cutting and Joint re welded.
 Replacement Welds after weld cut must be examined using the NDT suitable
for the Welding process and its weld groove configuration.
 All Cutting and bevelling operations can be accomplished using oxy-acetylene
cutting torch, or by any mechanical means or combination of both.
 Visual inspection and MPI may be carried out on the re-bevelled joints if
suspected for notch defects after flame cut to confirm sound bevel face.
 When the pipe internal is safely accessible, repair of the weld root or hot pass
defects of a single welded joints can be performed from the inside of the pipe
by back welding, for non-sour services. Back welding may be used for any
joint, except in sour service without PWHT.
 Welding Inspector verifies NDE reports and marks the Defective weld location
before the start of excavation.
 Welder excavates the defects in a careful manner in stages monitored by the
welding inspector.
WELDING AND REPAIR

 Incremental excavations will be used to repair long surface or subsurface
defects.
 Weld defect must be removed to sound metal but without substantial removal
of the base metal.
 Upon complete excavation of weld defects, the surface to be welded must be
cleaned thoroughly before welding.
 Inspector must check & confirm that defects were removed at exact defect
location as indicated in the RT or AUT report.
 Inspector verifies that any steep sharp angles/slopes are properly ground and
accessible for welding.
 In process welding repairs may be performed prior to completion of the joints
using the same welding procedure as selected for the original fabrication.
 Crater cracks, under cut, gouges and other indications of careless
workmanship, Temporary tack welds observed during welding must be
removed. These in process weld repairs can be performed as below:
- Grind flush to the depth of the defect without much variation to the
weld groove configuration.
- Carry out visual inspection.
 Re-weld and recheck by visual and NDE. All repaired welds as a minimum,
must be inspected using the original testing method.
 Welding inspector must raise a RFI in QMIS stating the Joint Number under
Weld repair, KP location planned date and time for repair. Post weld
Inspection activities on the Repaired weld must be recorded in the welding
inspection report for cut and replaced welds and submits to the company PID
for approval.

METHOD STATEMENT for
GENERAL AND PIPELINE TRENCH EXCAVATION

1.1 GENERAL EXCAVATION WORK
 No excavation work to be executed without a valid permit to work

 Daily toolbox meeting is required before commencing work activities
 Any top soil to be removed before trenching excavation will be used for area
reinstatement
 Mark the excavation area includes cut back distance for the safe slope.
Clearly mark the line on the surface using lime.
 Trail pits shall be performed to locate the underground utilities. However if
any unexpected underground utilities, encountered during excavation, it will
be immediately notified to SAIPEM/CLIENT and the work to be stopped until
further notification
 Proper support (if required) and necessary protection to be provided to the
underground exposed utilities to prevent damages.
 Assign a banks man or spotter to assist the operator during excavation.
Observe the area being excavated and ensure that all utilities are identified.
 Open trenches will be barricaded.
 Mechanical excavation shall be 3 meter away from existing facilities or as
required by asset owner.
 Load the excavated material into a dumper. Dispose the excavated materials
to Saudi Aramco approved dumping areas for soil which is not satisfactory for
backfilling. If excavated soil is good for backfilling then Stock the soil away
from the excavated area.
 Construct a ramp for a backhoe to reach the farthest area of the excavation.
 Continues excavation until the design depth is reached.
 Check the correct elevation by Surveyor using level instrument.
 Clean up & dispose excess excavated materials not suited for backfilling.
1.2 DEWATERING THROUGH WELL POINT SYSTEM
 No seepage of water is anticipated in all excavation sites, but if ingress of

water occurs, water will be removed by dewatering pump.
 Excavation shall be done up to level of 500 mm above from the water table
level all around the required area. NBC shall install well point dewatering
system at this reduced level. A high pressure jetting pump with jetting tube
and hoses shall be used to create voids in the soil.
 Pumps will be started and dewatering will be done continuously. Excavation
can be continued to achieve the required level. Hand excavation shall be
carried out near the well point and headers to ensure that there is no damage
to these components.

1.3 OBSTRUCTION
1.3.1 KENTZ ATTENTION IS DRAWN TO THE POTENTIAL EXISTENCE OF UNDERGROUND SERVICES,
DRAINS, CABLES AND PIPES. HE SHALL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ASCERTAINING THE PRESENCE OF
SUCH OBSTRUCTIONS. WHERE SUCH OBSTRUCTION IS KNOWN TO EXIST OR IS CONSIDERED IN
THE VICINITY, CONTRACTOR SHALL TAKE ALL NECESSARY STEPS TO PREVENT DAMAGE TO
THESE SERVICES BY APPROVED METHODS OF WORKING INCLUDING HAND EXCAVATION,
PROTECTION AND DIVERSION OF SERVICES.
1.3.2 PIPELINE TRENCHING IN SABKHA AREA
 This section covers the Excavation of pipeline trench inside constructed

pipeline ROW in Sabkha pad.
 The area to be excavated shall be sprayed with water and proof rolling shall
be done to avoid any cave-in’s/ collapse of the trench to be excavated
especially if the pad is compacted long back
 The Centre line for 12’’ pipeline shall be marked.
 The trench for 12’’ pipe shall be excavated for a size of 600mm X 700mm.
The depth shall vary as per the design invert level of the pipe. The size of the
trench excavation shall be in accordance to SAES-L-450
 The excavated material shall be placed adjacent to the excavated trench (a
minimum of 500mm away from to avoid any collapse due to surcharge
weight/ fall of any excavated material inside the trench but on the opposite
side of the stringing line.
 After 12’’ pipe lowering is done, the trench shall be backfilled with the
excavated material within 24hrs of pipeline lowering and inspection.
 The trench shall be excavated using the proper type and size of trenching
buckets.
1.3.3 PIPELINE TRENCHING IN SANDY AREA OR ROCKY AREA
 This section covers the Excavation of pipeline trench inside pipeline ROW in
Sandy area or rocky area in accordance to SAES-L-450:
 The Center line for pipeline shall be marked.
 Trench shall be excavated up to a depth to maintain the cover of the pipe and
the pipe is 150mm above the water table in accordance to SAES-L-450.
 The excavated material shall be kept adjacent to trench but opposite side of
the stringing line and If the material is found unsuitable for backfilling, the
material shall be removed from site to a designated disposal area.
 Water shall be sprayed on the trench to avoid any collapse until the lowering
is done.

 The trench shall be backfilled with the same excavated material if suitable
within 24hrs of lowering and inspection.
1.4 BELL HOLE EXCAVTION FOR TIE-INS
 Bell holes of suitable size shall be excavated at tie-in locations.

 Enough depth shall be maintained below the pipeline to accommodate the
welder to perform the welding activities.
 Proper slope shall be provided for the pit after considering the angle of repose
of the soil.
 Proper ingress/egress shall be provided for easy movement of people into the
pit.
 The Bell hole shall be barricaded and only authorised movements in that area
is permitted.
The bell hole shall be backfilled immediately all the activities are completed
PIPELINE LOWERING

1. WORK EXECUTION
Lowering of the pipeline shall commence following removal from the trench bottom of all pipe-
off cuts, skid supports, stones, debris, stakes, rock projections and any other rigid Welding,
welding inspection and materials which, if underneath the pipe, could lead to perforation or
tearing of the pipeline coating/insulation.
The lowering operation shall be followed as soon as possible, after completion of the Field
Joint Coating of the pipeline and clearing of the trench bottom and bedding with sand or soft
material approved by the COMPANY.
Before lowering, short, completed section of the pipeline shall be cleaned with compressed air
in order to remove all debris from inside of the pipe sections and for longer sections as per
SAES-L-450 requirements.
Lowering the welded pipe into the trench demands close coordination and skilled operators.
Using a series of side-booms, which are tracked construction equipment with a boom on the
side, operators simultaneously lift the pipe and carefully lower the welded sections into the
trench. Non-metallic slings protect the pipe and coating as it the lifted are equipped with
moved into position.
The side booms will be positioned 1 m away parallel from the edge of the open trench or to
insure the trench walls do not collapse during the lowering operation.
The minimum number of side booms shall be decided based on the length of the string and
diameter of pipe in order not to exceed the elastic bending radius of the pipe. The side booms
are equipped with roller cradle and flat belts used for lowering. Smaller sections of crossings
or shorter main line sections etc. can be lowered with adequate capacity flat belts.
Operator of each side boom should adjust the height and forward distance of the lifting boom
accordingly. The side booms should move slowly with the same speed in the same direction,
and pipeline should be laid on the centre of the trench until the whole section is lowered in.
Depending on site conditions, the space between the side booms shall be kept around 20
meters maintaining gentle S - curve in vertical as well as inclined horizontal plane.
The lowering operation shall be led by the lowering foreman. Lowering shall be carried out
under safe conditions so as to avoid stress and deformation/damages of the pipe/coating. The
section of the pipe string should form a gentle & smooth S curve without exceeding allowable
elastic bend radius in contract drawing and documents.
1.1. PIPELINE LOWERING FOR 12”
 Rigging supervisor will be responsible for safe lifting operation. He shall be the only
person directing for lifting and lowering the pipeline.
 Rigging supervisor shall position the side booms as per lifting plan, clearing off the
area.
 The pipe strings shall be visually inspected and pre-holiday tested, while they are on
the skids/pad, to minimize the number defects found during lowering.
 Locations where lowering-in of the pipe is routed along, over and under or across
tracks, roads or highways and in such cases, provide and maintain adequate
diversions, temporary bridges/access, and traffic control including warning signs and
lights as maybe required by the respective authorities.
 Provide and maintain detours, suitable lightings, barricades, warning signs/boards,
etc. as appropriate to protect personnel, public properties and to facilitate the smooth
running of the project.
PIPELINE LOWERING
 Prior to lowering, the pipe will be cleaned from debris. as per SAE-L- 450.
 Prior to lower-in, the trench shall be cleaned of debris, stones and rocks. Install and
test cathodic protection leads, where applicable, prior to backfill.
 Complete placement of any padding material. Verify that at no point pipe spans a
distance exceeding the maximum allowable, pipe span for ditch condition.
 The lowering-in operation shall follow as soon as possible after completion of the field
joint coating of the pipeline and clearing of the trench bottom as above.
 Before lowering is started no personnel are allowed inside the trench.
 When the pipe is lowered into the ditch, the pipe shall conform to the ditch bottom
and must be substantially supported at all points.
 Lowering shall be done using sufficient side booms, with roller cradles. The side
boom in the front shall lift the pipe string from the supports. The second side boom
shall hold the pipe string on top of the ditch without slack. The third side boom shall
guide the pipe string in to the ditch to ensure a gentle ‘s’ shape with minimum
allowable radius of elastic curvature to prevent undue stress.
 The number of side booms used to lower a pipe string shall insure that the lifting
profile induces controlled or reduced stresses on the pipes.
 For both 12” pipeline lowering, subcontractor will use side boom with 70 Ton
Capacity. And the maximum length of lowering section will be 1 KM for 12”.
 The pipe shall be carefully lowered to prevent abrasions, scuffing, cracking or other
damage to the coating.
 The roller cradles shall be made from steel strings and Teflon rollers. The distance
between rollers in a string shall be in such a way that, there is enough clearance
between the string and pipe.
 Holiday testing crew shall be ahead of the first side boom. Holiday detection shall be
witnessed by QC inspector. He shall periodically check the calibration of the
instrument and record the number of holidays per joint.
 Spot backfilling shall be followed to restrain the pipe and 450 in the ditch after it has
been lowered in, padded with sweet sand.
 The string shall then be backfilled as per SAES-A-114, SAES-A-450. Backfilling
material shall be free of stones, sharp objects, roots, stumps, limbs, boulders, skids
and construction debris.

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ACTIONS REMARKS DONE INITIALS

Arrange demarcation of excavation site

Survey excavation site with proponent operation’s rep.

(Name, phone, signature & date)

Determine location of underground (U/G) utilities, including

contacting Government Affairs if excavation is off site

Verify operational status and operating condition of U/G

Survey excavation site with sponsoring organization’s rep.

Review excavation drawing

De-energize known cables and isolate piping, if possible

Review Saudi Aramco’s excavation safety requirements and

implement applicable measures

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Name of contact person/Delegate: Phone No.

ROAD CLOSURE SECTION:

Signature: Badge Number: Date: Phone:

b) Is Area Clear of Pipe? Yes □ No□

c) Is Shoring Required? Yes □ No□

INSPECTOR: SR. INSPECTOR:

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7. Shift Superintendent Signature:

8. Excavation Crew Supervisor’s Concurrence to exact Work Location:

Contractors are committed to adhere to the following excavation guidelines:

Signature: Date: Phone:

Original Copy to be kept by work permits Issuer.

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SMS Element #6.10

Date JSA Tracking Number

Name(s) of Individuals Performing JSA

CONSTRUCTION OF RIGHT OF WAY

Critical Steps Hazard(s) Controls/Recommended Action

Issuer and receiver shall conduct Joint Site Inspection

SMS Element #6.06

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1.2.6 All drivers to be trained in defensive driver training.

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Overhead power Line and shall be coordinated with

SMS Element #6.06

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Always MOC should be considered and discussed prior

Critical Steps Hazard(s) Controls/Recommended Action

SMS Element #6.06

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Provide adequate visible warning signs and barricade

SMS Element #6.06

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WIND SPEED should be 32Kph below. When wind

SMS Element #6.06

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Ensure lifting equipment have a valid sticker by Saudi

Critical Steps Hazard(s) Controls/Recommended Action

2.1.1 Permit to work and drawings needed for the area.

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Safe work plan / permit and JSA shall be discussed by

SMS Element #6.06

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Ensure unauthorized personnel are outside the

SMS Element #6.06

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Certified rigger and operator shall be used on lifting of

SMS Element #6.06