TR2393 - Commissioning Requirements
TR2393 - Commissioning Requirements
TR2393 - Commissioning Requirements
Project development
Relevant versions:
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This document and its content is for authorised company use only.
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1.1 Objective
This Technical Requirement (TR) describes the general activities and principle work processes
involved in preparations and execution of commissioning.
The overall goal being to verify and document that the systems are designed and built to fulfil
their respective functionality and operability requirements.
Provide requirements and reference to guidelines for the preparation and execution of
Commissioning and hence ensure a standardised and timely implementation of relevant
activities.
The target group is personnel working with Commissioning activities within the project
development for Investment Projects.
1.3 Provision
2 Commissioning in a project
This TR describes the Commissioning activities versus relevant phases in the Capital Value
Process.
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4.1 General
SR-27231 - If necessary, the main project specific governing document: “Project Development
Strategy (PDS)” shall be updated before DG3 in relation to commissioning.
4.2 Organisation
SR-27235 - A plan for the commissioning preparatory work shall be developed and resources
assigned accordingly.
SR-27236 - The commissioning preparatory work shall be specified in due time before
commissioning execution.
For details reference is made to guideline “Commissioning Planning”. Doc. No. GL0303
SR-27239 - The Commissioning strategy shall be incorporated in the overall construction and
commissioning strategy. The strategy shall be developed according to the project frame
conditions and the execution philosophy. The main objective is to describe the principles for
administration, planning, organization and execution of Commissioning.
The strategy will be developed throughout this phase, but the first main elements are:
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SR-27241 - The Completion strategy shall act as a common basis and intermediary of the
applicable principles for Completion in the Project and shall form the basis for contractual
requirements related to Completion.
Cost estimating involves developing an approximation of the costs for the resources needed to
complete the commissioning scope. The Project’s estimating department is responsible for
developing the cost estimate. The commissioning estimate will be carried out in close co-
operation with the Commissioning Manager.
SR-27248 - A Commissioning risk list as part of the project’s risk process shall be established.
The list will be an input to the estimating department to ensure a contingency according to the
project phase and the accuracy of the basis data.
SR-27249 - Costs shall be estimated for all resources that will be charged to the project. This
includes, but is not limited to, labour, vendor assistance, commissioning spares, consumables,
tools, temporaries etc.
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Based on experience from earlier project the rule of thumb for Commissioning estimates are:
SR-27252 - The Commissioning preparation phase will extend past DG3 since actual execution
of Commissioning activities will not commence before late in the next phase (Execution Phase).
The Commissioning preparatory plan shall be optimized according to established
Commissioning strategy. This means that a number of Commissioning preparatory activities will
be started in this phase and continued post DG3. For simplicity these activities are dealt with in
chapter 5 of this TR.
5.1 General
Commissioning activities in this phase are divided into the following main categories:
5.2.1 General
Update / elaborate the Commissioning strategy developed during the definition phase.
(E.g. commissioning methodology, Organisation, etc.)
Planning (including requirement for vendor assistance.)
Implementing ProCoSys
Budgeting / Estimating
Developing commissioning packages.
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SR-27260 - The commissioning strategy shall be updated / elaborated as required, i.e. to cover
Commissioning methodology, manning, start up responsibility* etc.
SR-27261 - The Commissioning strategy shall act as a common basis and intermediary of the
applicable Commissioning principles within the Project.
The purpose of scope planning is to map and document the commissioning scope in order to
obtain an understanding of what to do, how to do it, when to do it and who is to do it, taking into
consideration the project frame conditions, execution philosophy and other applicable
constraints and assumptions.
SR-27264 - The scope planning shall form the basis for analysing and developing the
organisational structure, resource planning, cost estimating, schedule, methods and tools
(quality measures) to execute the commissioning.
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Direct resources
Management and indirect resources
Vendor assistance
Services from Operation
Equipment/tools, material and consumables
Commissioning Spares
First fill
For details reference is made to guideline “Man-hour estimates for Commissioning Activities”.
Doc. No. GL0307
SR-27270 - Updating of the Project Current Control Estimate (CCE) is performed on a regular
basis throughout the project. Input covering the Commissioning activities shall be prepared
accordingly. The Commissioning input will be an update and further detailing of the estimate
established in the Definition Phase.
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Safety gear
Courses
Tools
Work permit system and administration at onshore fabrication site
Welfare
Rotation schedule / working arrangement
Etc.
5.2.6 Planning
5.2.6.1 General
A system oriented network plan is the basis for the scheduling activities related to the
commissioning execution phase.
The schedule development process for this phase is iterative with the resource planning.
In order to simplify the monitoring of the work, it is beneficial to break the plan into separate
“operational/functional” milestones.
For details reference is made to Guideline “Commissioning Planning”, Doc. No. GL0303.
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5.2.7.1 General
SR-27288 - A plan for further mobilisation of Commissioning personnel for the Execution Phase
shall be developed.
SR-27289 - The commissioning organisation shall be adapted to the Project frame conditions,
execution philosophy, project master schedule as well as commissioning scope of work.
SR-27290 - Organisational, technical and inter discipline interfaces shall be taken into
considerations when concluding the final organisation.
SR-27293 - All systems shall be broken down into relevant commissioning packages and
further into mechanical completion packages.
SR-27294 - Commissioning packages shall be prepared for all systems in accordance with the
relevant engineering numbering system.
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contract strategy
start-up sequence
dynamic testing
MC requirements
system break down structure
geographical location
executing parties
For details reference is made to Guideline “Definition of Commissioning Packages”, Doc. No.
GL0304.
Company’s standard CPCL’s and Running Logs are incorporated within ProCoSys.
SR-44075 - The commissioning procedure shall be uploaded into ProCoSys through import
(specified word-template must be used) or written directly into ProCoSys. During execution of
commissioning all signatures shall be done directly in ProCoSys (electronic signing).
SR-27303 - The commissioning procedures shall have a standard format/layout and content.
For details, ref. is made to Guideline “Preparation of Commissioning Procedures, Doc. No.
GL0308.
SR-27305 - Factory acceptance tests that may be credited as Commissioning shall be reflected
in the Commissioning procedure, to avoid tests being repeated unless deemed necessary.
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SR-27306 - Commissioning involving “energy” and/or physical work shall not commence prior to
acceptance of the respective RFC Certificates
SR-27307 - Commissioning activities related to any one system, which can only be completed
after system transfer to Operations / Start-up, shall be specifically highlighted in a separate
chapter/section of the Commissioning procedure.
steam
potable water
fresh water
seawater
sewage
nitrogen
drains
instrument air
plant air
power
additional flanges
additional valves
additional tie-ins
spools
Electrical (e.g. load testing equipment)
Equipment for valve calibrating
Safety equipment
Fire protection and alarm systems
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SR-27316 - Evaluation and purchasing of commissioning spare parts shall be sought co-
ordinated with operational spares.
SR-27318 - The Commissioning team shall identify the requirements for consumables and “first
fill” and ensure purchase in due time prior to start of commissioning execution.
catalyst
lubricants
hydraulic oils
diesel fuel
LNG /MEG /N2He
drying media
chemicals
cleaning fluids
AFFF
2. Standard consumables:
construction blinds
gaskets
nuts and bolts
fuses
mesh screen for flushing
gases
filters
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etc.
SR-27323 - Commissioning personnel shall assist engineering in preparation for and execution
of Factory Acceptance Tests at selected suppliers in order to implement commissioning
experience into the test methods.
SR-27324 - The commissioning team shall evaluate the test procedure and participate
in/witness Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT)/Vendor Tests of selected packages/equipment.
For details reference is made to guideline “Preparation and documentation of Factory
Acceptance Testing by Participating Commissioning Engineer”, Doc. No. GL0310.
A significant part of Operations’ training of maintenance and operations personnel will normally
take place by involvement in commissioning.
SR-27327 - The Commissioning Manager shall play an active role in the development of the
training schedule for such personnel to ensure no conflict between involvement in
commissioning and other training activities.
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SR-27334 - In order to make this transfer as smooth as possible and to save time, construction
and commissioning shall preferably make joint inspections. (See also section 5.3)
5.3.2.1 General
SR-27337 - Commissioning shall be executed in a safe and controlled manner to avoid damage
to installations, pollution to the environment and injury to personnel.
SR-66762 - A HMS commissioning preparatory check list (CPCL) shall be filled out before
commissioning execution.
The challenge is normally that construction and Commissioning work is carried out
simultaneously and often in close vicinity to each other.
SR-27339 - In order to avoid incidents in cases where construction and commissioning are
executed in parallel, the following general rules shall apply:
SR-27340 - A work permit system shall be introduced and implemented as a minimum for all
systems/sub systems where one or more commissioning packages have been handed over to
commissioning or for selected areas. In such case the following supportive information/measure
shall be prepared:
SR-27341 - Alternatively, all systems shall be regarded as undergoing commissioning and the
work permit system shall be used for all systems/areas
SR-27342 - For both alternatives the following supportive work processes shall be utilized:
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SR-27344 - The Work Permit System and the administration of it may vary dependent on the
project execution philosophy. However, one of the following three alternatives applies:
Alt.2: Administrated by Company (Project) with Work Permit System adapted to the Project
SR-27349 - Systems or areas subject to commissioning shall be marked with unique and
recognisable signs which cannot be mixed up with other marking or signs. (If Commissioning is
the only party executing activities in this phase, the requirement for marking may be omitted.)
SR-27350 - The marking can appear as tape/signs attached to individual items and/or as a
barrier of an entire area.
SR-27352 - The physical pre-checks and dynamic verification of a system shall be performed in
accordance with the commissioning procedure. Relevant pre-checks using the commissioning
preparatory check lists (CPCLs) shall be performed to ensure operability, maintainability and
readiness for multidiscipline dynamic commissioning.
The CPCL’s are standard forms with checks to be performed for various disciplines, e.g.
Electrical, Instrument, and Mechanical. The checklists are used to standardize the checks for
each type of tagged equipment.
SR-27354 - The pre-checks shall, to the extent applicable, be sought carried out in a joint
punch-out with construction/mechanical completion and representatives from Operations to
achieve joint agreement with respect to detected punch items during Construction / MC
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5.3.4 Punch-lists
SR-27357 - A common punch list for construction and commissioning shall apply, clearly
identifying the party responsible for corrective actions. Punch items identified by commissioning
related to deficiencies in the construction work shall be submitted to the relevant construction
discipline that shall make sure that they are recorded on the relevant punch list and registered
in ProCoSys.
5.3.5 Cleaning
SR-27361 - Prior to starting critical equipment such as compressors and pumps, video
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SR-27363 - A leak test shall be carried out to ensure that all flanged connections, plugs etc. are
fitted correctly without leaks. The test medium is normally dry pressurised air, water or nitrogen.
Both external and internal leakage points are to be checked.
SR-27364 - The requirements for maximum leakage through closed valves set forth by
Subcontractor shall be met.
SR-27365 - The leak test shall be performed according to accepted procedures and the test
results shall be documented.
SR-27366 - For Greenfield projects, new modules and skids (including first valve connecting
utility systems) a sensitive leak test (N2He-test) shall be performed for system/equipment which
includes:
Produced hydrocarbons
Toxic of flammable gases
Volatile liquids
SR-27367 - For sensitive leak test, the maximum allowed leakage rates shall be:
SR-27368 - For Brownfield projects/modifications, the selection of leak test method shall
depend on an assessment covering (see work process OM05.07.02 – Select leak test method):
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SR-62945 - Any flanges that has been bolt tensioning/torque and documented during the
fabrication phase that has to be disassembly after RFC and prior to TAC/RFO (Commissioning
period), shall be documented in the form of a new CPCL or relevant bolt tensioning/torque
documentation attached to the relevant punch item.
SR-62948 - An Activity and Inspection form shall be completed and attached to the CPCL or to
the relevant punch list item. It shall be a clear reference between the drawing number and the
joint reference. Where there is no traceable joint reference on the specified drawing, then it may
be necessary to include a marked-up drawing in addition to the Activity and Inspection form.
SR-62947 - Activity and Inspection form shall be used for all Utility, Drilling and Process
system, exclusion is made for joints in non-hazardous utility systems with pressure class
including ASME/ANSI class 300/PN50, where the system has an operating temperature
between 0-50°C. All flanged connections that has been bolt tensioning/torqued shall be
physically marked.
5.3.8 Consequences for safety and production of a leak when the system/equipment is
pressurised Critical valves and flanges
SR-27370 - Valves requiring special care to ensure “tight shut off” shall be given special
attention. These include:
SR-27372 - Any requirements concerning this issue shall be reflected in the relevant discipline
specifications/installation procedures.
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SR-27374 - Any requirements concerning this issue shall be reflected in the relevant discipline
specifications/installation procedures.
SR-27376 - The pressure relief valves shall be recalibrated prior to commissioning ref.
Mechanical Completion Requirements. A re-calibration in the commissioning phase shall be
done if “hot commissioning” is not finished within 11 months after RFC (handover to
commissioning).
SR-27377 - Company may grant a deviation from this requirement for some of the pressure
relief valves, based on a categorization of the valves.
SR-27379 - The purpose of the multidiscipline dynamic commissioning is to run the systems as
close as possible to the various operational modes in order to confirm compliance with the
requirements for functionality and operability. The responsible commissioning engineer shall
sign off the commissioning procedures successively, as the various functionality and operability
checks are completed. When all commissioning activities within a procedure have been
completed, the procedure will be an historic record of the tests carried out including any special
test methods encountered during the course of commissioning.
SR-27380 - Relevant signed check lists, logs and inspection reports shall be compiled by the
responsible Commissioning engineer in an appendix to the commissioning procedure.
SR-27381 - Relevant tests performed and witnessed by Commissioning during the Factory
Acceptance Test shall not be repeated unless deemed necessary.
SR-27382 - Running logs shall be used for recording of operating parameters during running of
various equipment/system.
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SR-27386 - Relevant commissioning package and discipline affected shall be identified for each
query.
5.4.1 General
SR-27392 - In order to make this transfer as smoothly and timely as possible it is an advantage
to invite Operations to participate in the joint punch outs (ref section 5.2.1 above). A common
punch list, signed by all parties, shall be developed and made available in / through ProCoSys.
*Note: The transfer may be done partly for one or more Commissioning packages aggregating
to a full system transfer upon completion of all commissioning packages defined within the
system.
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Joint Agreement Certificate (JAC) can be used to ensure a common understanding of the
quality of the systems and the extent of work done on the respective commissioning packages
which cannot or will not be finalized onshore, i.e. a TAC cannot be achieved (i.e. outstanding
construction (carryover), hook-up scope or commissioning scope). The main purpose of JAC is
to avoid that discussions and issues that may be handled during onshore commissioning is
conveyed to the offshore phase and hence, as a consequence delay the RFOC process. Use of
JAC will be updated in our governing documents.
5.4.3 Documentation
SR-27397 - All documents relevant for documenting the execution of Commissioning shall be
compiled per system in dossiers. The dossiers shall be compiled in ProCoSys, unless specific
governing requirements prevail (e.g. requirements by an authority having jurisdiction).
SR-27398 - The dossiers shall typically contain, but not be limited to the following
commissioning documentation:
RFO Certificate
RFC Certificate
Signed off commissioning procedure including CPCL’s and running logs
MC / Commissioning status
LCI status
Punch lists
List of relevant commissioning queries
List of Non-conformance reports
SWCR status report
SR-27399 - The RFO shall include a statement to document that any drawings changed during
the course of commissioning have been “red line” marked up and submitted for “as built”
updating and further, that the Master Copy (normally kept in the control room) has also been
updated as applicable
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7 Additional information
7.1 Definitions
Company Equinor ASA. Owner and the final recipient of the equipment
who may delegate another agent as the purchaser of the
equipment.
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Commissioning
Inspections and tests to verify and document that the functionality and operability complies with
the design. All specified tests and inspections are carried out and documented in a uniform way.
The installation is ready for transfer to Operations.
Commissioning package
Primarily a functional unit, which can be tested in order to prove compliance with requirements
for functionality and operability.(A commissioning package may also consist of one or more
static parts of an installation e.g. civil, steel structures, tie-ins, hook-up spools etc.)
Commissioning Plan
System oriented plan, showing the logical commissioning sequence (at commissioning package
level) based on mutual dependencies of the various commissioning packages and start-up
sequence.
Commissioning Procedure
A description of the relevant preparatory activities, inspections and tests to be carried out to
prove and document compliance with requirements for functionality and operability.
Commissioning queries
Written request submitted by the Commissioning team to Engineering for formal clarification,
correction of design, change to documents, drawings or philosophies.
Commissioning spares
The spare parts required available in storage prior to start commissioning.
Commissioning Team
The organisation responsible for commissioning.
Completion
Generic term covering Mechanical Completion and Commissioning
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Contractor
Party who has entered into a Contract with Company to perform work
Project
In this context used to denote Equinors’s executing organization dedicated to undertake the
execution of a specific project in accordance with the associated project assignment.
Punch-List
A listing of deficiencies to the project specifications/drawings.
Start-Up
Means introduction of produced hydrocarbons, volatile liquids, acids or other hazardous
materials requiring normal operating precautions and routines to be implemented.
Alternatively, connection to national electrical power grid.
Status of Blinds
Register which identifies all blinds /piping inserts which are installed/removed, and associated
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Technical Acceptance
Means that one or more commissioning package has been mechanically completed and fully
commissioned, and that Plant Integrity/Operations has technically accepted such work and
associated documentation.
7.2 Abbreviations
Ver 3.0
Added requirement to use HSE Commissioning preparatory check list (CPCL)
Added requirement regarding bolt tension during commissioning execution
Statoil replaced with Equinor
PEOPS replaced with PDS
Ver 2.01:
Published in new minor version as part of the GEM-project (Governing Element Management).
TR-document is digitalized, and each requirement element is now identified with a unique ID.
Ver 2:
Following changes have been done from previous version:
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7.4 References
The following governing and advisory documents are of particular significance to the
Commissioning project development process:
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