SAUDI ARAMCO ID/PIEU -3- July-2018 - REV. 2018.04.00 (Standards Cutoff -April 30, 2018) Rev. 2018.04.

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SAUDI ARAMCO INSPECTION CHECKLIST
Performance Verification of Equipment & Applicators of
SAIC-B-2005 3-Jul-18 MECH-
Intumescent Fireproofing (FP) Materials
PROJECT TITLE WBS / BI / JO NUMBER CONTRACTOR / SUBCONTRACTOR

EQUIPMENT ID NUMBER(S) EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION EQPT CODE SYSTEM ID. PLANT NO.

LAYOUT DRAWING NUMBER REV. NO. PURCHASE ORDER NUMBER EC / PMCC / MCC NO.

SCHEDULED INSPECTION DATE & TIME ACTUAL INSPECTION DATE & TIME QUANTITY INSP. MH's SPENT TRAVEL TIME
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SAUDI ARAMCO TIP NUMBER SAUDI ARAMCO ACTIVITY NUMBER WORK PERMIT REQUIRED?

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A General Requirements

QC Procedure, detailed methods of application including equipment are SAES-B-006,

A1
approved by the Inspection Department Manager in Dhahran. Para. 8.2.1

Application of intumescent mastics or other approved proprietary

SAES-B-006 Para
A2 fireproofing is performed by personnel trained & certified by the material
8.2.2
manufacturer. Qualified/certified personnel have JCCs.

In all cases, workers are trained & capable of carrying out tasks. Typical SAES-B-006 Para
A3
teams have 1 sprayer, 2 troweller/rollers & 1 operator. 8.2.2

Qualified personnel are available who know the job specs & can monitor
mixing, density, substrate prep, wet & dry thicknesses, reinforcement SAES-B-006
A4
installation & surface finishing (top coat) as required. (API 2218, Para 9.4) Section 3.2

Applier has completed a representative sample of the finished work to

demonstrate good workmanship (texture & finish) as required. Knife test
revealed no disbond or voids. Appliers compensated for curing shrinkage
SAES-B-006
A5 & final dry film thickness requirements were met.
Section 3.2
Appliers understand specified thickness is dry
thickness, not wet. They compensate for curing shrinkage (up to
30%). (API 2218, Para 9.3 & 9.4)

Random sampling extent of applier production is agreed upon to verify

SAES-B-006
A6 proper bonding and lack of voids. (API 2218, Para 9.4)
Section 3.2
Material APPLICATION guidelines are available for review:
A) Mfg. Data Sheet lists
material application method EQUIPMENT SAES-B-006 Para
A7
B) Mfg. Data Sheet lists specific application conditions & 8.2.3
limitations C) Material
Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) listing hazards & precautions
B Equipment Performance:
Application guidelines from Manufacturer list EQUIPMENT for use &
SAES-B-006 Para
B1 specific mixing & application methods for intumescent FP materials.
8.2.3

Equipment for specific application methods for intumescent material is

listed in manufacturer's guidelines on his approved data sheet:
A) Brush type (natural, synthetic
fiber, etc) is correct & available. B) Roller
type (phenolic core, etc), pile length (smooth, medium), and roller covers
(clean & fiber-free) are correct type & available.
SAES-B-006 Para
B2 C) Spray method is one of those shown below:
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1) Airless spray equipment
2) Conventional (pressure pot) spray equipment
3) Conventional Air spray equipment
Applicator has
correct type of equipment approved by Mfg.

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 Application guidelines from Manufacturer are strictly followed regarding
(Equipment access & limitations) as follows:
Brushing (limitations are identified) is done to stripe coat & reach SAES-B-006 Para
B3
areas where spray accessibility is a concern or as specified. 8.2.3
Rolling (limitations are identified) applications are listed.

Airless Spray equipment forces paint through a special design nozzle/tip

by hydraulic pressure (generated by air powered pump). Equipment with SAES-H-001,
B4
this method (tank, hoses, guns, nozzles, spray tips, & compressed air 5.4.5.9
powered pump) are in good working condition.
Conventional (pressure pot) spray equipment delivers paint at
regulated pressure (tank through fluid hose to spray gun). Equipment with
this method (tank, hoses, guns, nozzles, spray tips, agitators & SAES-H-001,
B5
compressed air motors are in good working condition. 5.4.5.9

Conventional (air) spray equipment for intumescent coating is not used

as high-build properties are not obtained with thinner use. SAES-H-001,
B6
Top coat applications may be performed with 9.4.3
this method
Spray tips used in applications meet specific requirements:
A) Construction material (tungsten carbide, etc) is
correct.
B) Orifice size (for fluid delivery rate) is correct.
SAES-H-101V,
B7 C) Slot angles (for spray fan width) are correct.
Data Sheet
D) Tip design (for
finish, application, cleaning) is correct. A
variety of Hoses
Pressure combinations may be required
used in applications for applications
meet specific requirements:
A) Hose material (pressure rating) is correct for
application.
B) Hose condition (free of cuts, damage) is safe and good.
SAES-H-001,
B8 C) Pressure Fittings (correct rating)
5.4.5.5
are in good condition.
Identify sources of leakage on equipment set-up.

Sufficient material is available near pump to ensure continuity of the

application (intumescent mastics are applied at right temperature). SAES-B-006
B10
Staging areas are orderly & maintained with storage above grade and Section 3.2
operations are properly covered to prevent contamination. (API 2218)

C Testing Equipment (Quality Control & Production)

QC Equipment Kit is available as follows for coating applications:

1) Applicable Data Sheets (APCS, SA Data Sheet, Mfg Data
Sheet)
2) QC Equipment Check Sheet (SAES-H-001, Attachment "B")
3) In-Process Inspection Sheet (SAES-H-001, Attachment "C")
4) Anchor Pattern Measurement (Press-O-film tape)
5) Wet Film Thickness Gage (for application range)
6) Dry Film Thickness Gage (for application range)
SAES-H-001,
C1 7) High Intensity Lighting as needed
Attachment A
8) Coveralls, Lint-Free Gloves, Rubber-Soled Shoes/Covers (PPE)
9) Thermometer for Air Temperature
10) Humidity Gage or Sling Psychrometer
11) Contact Thermometer for Metal Temperature
12) Sharp Knife (Knife tests)
13) Hypodermic Needle Pressure Gage
14) SSPC PA2, "Paint Thickness Measurement" (Banana gage, etc)
All items have current calibration stickers as applicable

D Sandblasting Equipment & Compressed Air (as applicable)

Compressed air supply is free of oil, moisture and contamination. As a

minimum, inspector checks & approves air quality at the start and mid-
point of each 8-hour period as follows: Attach a piece of blotter or
SAES-H-001,
D1 absorbent paper to a clip board, then hold it approximately 45-60 cm in
Para. 8.1.3
front of blast nozzle during air flow only, with a nozzle pressure of 50 psig
for approximately one minute. Satisfactory results = no water or oil
contamination on the blotter.

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 The Operational remote control valve (Dead-man) shall be securely
SAES-H-100,
D2 attached to the nozzle. Minimum nozzle pressure acceptable for blasting
Para. 8.1.6
steel shall be 620 kPa (90 psig) measured at nozzle side.

High intensity flood or spotlights are available for poorly illuminated SAES-H-001,
D3
locations for visibility. Safe scaffolding as required to access areas Para. 8.1.5

Sufficient cleaning materials including Suction Blowers to remove dust SAES-H-001,

D4
and fine blasting debris during/after the sandblasting operation. Para. 8.1.6

Spent abrasive shall be removed from cleaned external surfaces by dry

SAES-H-001,
D5 brushing and blowing down with clean, dry compressed air. Internal
Para. 8.2.2
surfaces (as applicable) shall be dry brushed & vacuumed.

E Equipment Safety

SAES-H-102,
Electrical lights, equipment & connections meet NEC, Class I, Division
E1 Para. 4.1.2
1, Group D explosion proof requirements (NEC Article 500).

Personnel Health Hazards are addressed as follows:

A) Safety belts and lines are used by personnel working from unguarded
platforms when a ladder is the only exit.
B) Adequate washing facilities are readily available so that paints &
solvents splashed on body or in eyes can be immediately removed. SAES-H-102,
E2
C) Materials Safety Data Sheets for Para 4.3
all coatings, solvents, and cleaners in use are readily available on-site.
D) Approved Solvents for Cleaning
are available. Benzene, gasoline & low threshold limit values (less than
20) are not to be used.

Power Tool Equipment requirements (hazards) as follows:

A) Electrical power tools are properly grounded to prevent shock.
B) Power equipment shall be operated at the speeds recommended by
the manufacturer and shall have proper safety guards.
C) Vessels such as air receivers used as a surge tank
SAES-H-102,
between a compressor & blasting pot have the following documentation:
E3 Section 4.4.1
1) Manufactured & stamped per ASME
SEC VIII D1. 2) Hydrotested at 250 psig
(minimum) annually. 3) Test
certificates go to the SA Inspector for verification. D) All
pressure relief valves, gauges, & devices are tested annually and tagged
with expiration date (Test certificates to SA Inspector).

Abrasive Blasting Equipment (hazards) as follows:

A) Blasting is equipped with a remote control shut-off "deadman".
B) The blast nozzle shall be electrically connected to an
external ground in order to prevent static electrical discharges or shocks
to operating personnel. Grounding wire shall be AWG-4 or larger
SAES-H-102,
C) Blasting hose is static dissipating
E4 Section 4.4.2
type with external couplings D) Respirable air-fed
abrasive blast hoods & OSHA-approved inline respirable air filters are
used at all times by sandblasting personnel. E) Compressor
hoses, air lines, and blast hoses are safety wired at each coupling using
proper safety pins. F) Hearing
protection is worn where abrasive blasting is ongoing.

Paint Preparation and Equipment Cleaning is as follows:

A) Coatings shall be mixed outside or in an adequately ventilated area. SAES-H-102,
E5
Eye protection (goggles) and protective gloves are available. Para. 4.4.4
B) Electrically driven power mixers are properly grounded.

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 Airless Spray Paint Application safety is critical as follows:
A) The tip guard is in place on the airless gun while spraying & Airless
spray guns are never pointed at anyone or any body part.
B) Leather gloves are worn by the operator when gun is in use.
C) Trigger safety catch is engaged when gun is left unattended.
D) Hoses, pumps & accessories are rated for operation pressure
E) Working pressure in the paint line never exceeds 5000 psi.
F) Safety relief valve is used on outbound side (pressure pump).
SAES-H-102,
E6 G) Pump is shut down & fluid pressure relieved before servicing or
Para. 4.4.5
cleaning any components, including clogged spray tips.
H) Hoses are grounded, anti-static type.
I) Airless spray equipment is not operated unless all grounds are
connected & in good condition. Ground wire is AWG-4 or larger.
J) Airless spray equipment is not operated if any pressure system
components are not in good condition.
K) Solvents are not be flushed into containers hotter than 50°C.
L) High pressure injection injury (penetrates skin) = Emergency care

REMARKS: *Always use latest approved revision of B-Std, not the Cut-off stds.

REFERENCE DOCUMENTS:
1. SAES-B-006, Fireproofing for Plants, (16 April 2017)
2. SAES-H-001, Coating Selection & Application Requirements for Industrial Plants and Equipments (21 February 2018)
3. SAES-H-102, Safety Requirements for Coating Applications (29 October 2017)
4. API Publication 2218 - Fireproofing Practices in Petroleum & Petrochemical Processing Plants Latest Edition

5.21-SAMSS-010 - Fireproofing for Valve Actuator (26 December 2017)

ATTACHMENTS: N/A
Contractor / Third-Party Saudi Aramco
Construction Representative* PMT Representative
Work is Complete and Ready for Inspection: T&I Witnessed QC Record Reviewed Work Verified
Name, Initials and Date: Name, Initials and Date:

QC Inspector PID Representative

Performed Inspection Work / Rework May Proceed T&I Witnessed QC Record Reviewed Work Verified
Name, Initials and Date: Name, Initials and Date:

QC Supervisor Proponent and Others

Quality Record Approved: T&I Witnessed QC Record Reviewed Work Verified
Name, Organization,
Name, Sign and Date:
Initials and Date:

*Person Responsible for Completion of Quality Work / Test Y = YES N = NO F = FAILED

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