MARINE DEPARTMENT

MARINE CONTRACT VESSEL SPECIFICATION & REQUIREMENTS

MCVS&R = MARINE CONTRACT VESSEL SPECIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

A vessel age is considered from when the keel was first laid; however, a vessel age is considered from date of delivery as
long it doesn’t exceed 2 years.

Vessel must undergo Dry docking & UWILD before commencement of a contract.

Vessel shall be maintained to class requirements and all certifications maintained to date.

Vessel shall have the originals of all required certification available onboard for inspection and whilst in service.

BRAKE HORSE POWER (BHP) is considered at 100% maximum continuous rating (MCR).
Service speed is considered to be at 85% MCR, loaded to SUMMER LOAD LINE (S.L.L)

Generators: Must have a minimum of 2 Gensets onboard capable of being paralleled and synchronizing for change over.
they must have Auto start capabilities.

“Crash stop” capability: All vessels shall be capable of going from full ahead at 100% MCR (Maximum continuous rating)
to being stopped from forward movement within 60 Seconds.

Gauges & Indicators: All Main Engines shall be provided with adequate monitoring alarm (Visual & Audible) along with
emergency shutdown systems.

Digitalization: Contractor shall provide a ship management smart digital solution (NS5) that provide ship-shore interface
to support management of vessel in all technical, operations and compliance aspects.

Gas detection systems: All vessels shall be fitted with a fixed gas detection system capable of detecting hydrogen sulphide
(H2S) and explosive hydrocarbons gases (LEL).
A minimum of (5) sensors shall be provided around the vessel.
Crew boats & security vessels shall have three (3) sensors.
Interceptor vessels & docking tugs shall have at least (2) portable gas detection units.

Electrical equipment: Applicable external electrical equipment installed on vessel that are required to operate where is a
risk hydrocarbons release shall be of the explosion proof type rated EXE.

Fire fighting equipment: Vessel shall be classed as per contract either FFV-1, FFV-2 or FFV-3 and provided with the
equipment required as per the class notations.

Safety: Crew shall be capable of demonstrating competence in utilization of safety/rescue equipment and understanding
of rescue operations plan requirements.

Rescue Zones: Shall be established on both sides of the vessel clear of thrusters and overboard discharges.

Life Rafts: Capacity onboard shall be capable of accommodating (40) persons per side with a total of (80).

Port Engineer: Shall be a qualified chief engineer, STCW III/2 licensed for his position and is capable of operating and
maintaining diesel engines of at least the horse power rating for their company vessels contracted to
Saudi Aramco.
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GENERAL OPERATIONAL GUIADANCE FOR CHARTERED

ABBREVIATIONS:

MCVS&R = MARINE CONTRACT VESSEL SPECIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

UWILD = UNDERWATER INSPECTION IN LIEU OF DRY-DOCKING
ABS = AMERICAN BUREAU OF SHIPPING
BHP = BRAKE HORSE POWER
MCR = MAXIMUM CONTINOUS RATING
S.L.L = SUMMER LOAD LINE
CCTV = CLOSED CIRCUIT TELEVISION
H2S = HYDROGEN SULPHIDE
LEL = LOWER EXPLOTION LEVEL
QA&CU = QUALITY ASSURANCE AND COMPLIANCE UNIT
OVPQ = OFFSHORE VESSEL PARTICULARS QUESTIONNAIRE
CMID = COMMON MARINE INSPECTION DOCUMENT
PPM = PLANNED PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE
BP = BULLARD PULL
SWL = SAFE WORKING LOAD
STCW = STANDARDS OF TRAINING, CERTIFICATION AND WATCHKEEPING
BMVS&R = BASIC MARINE VESSEL SPECIFICATION & REQUIREMENTS
CIRS = CONTRACTOR INCIDENT REPORTING SYSTEM
CSPET = CONTRACTOR SAFETY PREQUALIFICATIONS TEAM
CSSET = CONTRACTOR SITE SAFETY EVALUATION TEAM
DOC = DOCUMENT OF COMPLIANCE
DWT = DEADWEIGHT TONNAGE
EEBD – EMERGENCY ESCAPE BREATHING DEVICE
ESV = EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN EQUIPMENT
FFE = FIRE FIGHTING EQUIPMENT
FSS = FIRE AND SAFETY SYSTEMS
ISM = INTERNATIONAL SAFETY MANAGEMENT
JSA = JOB SAFETY ANALYSIS
LSA= LIFE SAVING APPLIANCE
MCU -= MARINE CONTRACTING UNIT
MD = MARINE DEPARTMENT
PPM = PARTS PER MILLION
MOMS = MARITIME OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
MTSD = MARINE TECHNICAL SERVICES DIVISION
RT = RAS TANURA
RTMOD = RAS TANURA MARINE OPERATIONS DIVISIONS
RTPOU = RAS TANURA PILOTAGE OPERATIONS UNIT
SAES = SAUDI ARAMCO ENGINEERING STANDARDS
SAMCV&R = SAUDI ARAMCO MARINE CONTRACT VESSEL AND REQUIREMENTS
SCBA = SELF CONTAINED BREATHING APPARATUS
MSDS = MARINE SAFETY DATA SHEET
SEEMP = SHIP EMERGENCY EFFICIENCY MANAGEMENT PLAN
TMOD = TANAJIB MARINE OPERATIONS DIVISION
TRT = TECHNICAL REVIEW TEAM
CEHA = COMPREHENSIVE ENVIORMENTAL HEALTH ASSESMENT
DEFINITIONS:

JOB SAFETY ANALYSIS (JSA) = A technique used to identify, eliminate or mitigate any hazard before you carry out any critical

task.
JSA: Vessel master are responsible for the effective implementation of Job Safety Analysis process onboard their vessel.
MARPOL = International convention for the prevention of pollution from ships.
HOURS OF WORK: Seafarers must receive a minimum of 70 hours rest in any 7-day period
The10 hours of rest required in any 24 hours period may be divided into no more than three periods

Maintenance of safety equipment: Contracted vessels should maintain a safety equipment register. This register should list
all safety equipment on board, in addition to documenting monthly inspections by ships
staff. Routine checks and maintenance of LSA and FFE should also be included in the
planned maintenance system (PMS).

VESSEL INSPECTIONS: Unit heads for offshore vessels are to carry out a safety inspection for all contracted vessel in his unit.

CONTRACTED PORT ENGINEER: Every vessel, as per the agreed Marine Contract, shall be supported at all times by an ‘In
Kingdom’ Port Captain and Port Engineer, who shall be assigned up to maximum of eight
(8) vessels per region.
Responsibility:
> All aspects of the vessel shore support including crew administration, management, movement, assignment and
familiarization.
> Report to the proponent and QA&CU all vessel defect and breakdown.
> Compiling an officer C.V package for review
> Ensuring every candidate officer completes the required familiarization and evaluation procedures.
> Assessing the candidate officer on completion of the required familiarization and signing the reports.
> Ensuring that every candidate Officer is fully prepared for the evaluation procedures.
> Ensuring the monitoring of the accepted Officer.

SAUDI ARAMCO PROPONENT REPRESENTATIVE

Or his delegate, is responsible for initiating the C.V. review request workflow for any proposed candidate officer. Prior to
initiating the workflow, Saudi Aramco proponent shall ensure that the candidates C.V. packages fully meets the following
requirements and criteria:
> All C.V. packages shall be presented in hard copies and shall comply with the following requirements with the candidate’s
signature (on the sea service page) at testing the accuracy and authenticity of the data and documents: (Exemptions for
soft copy submittal may be granted under special circumstances with approval of QA&CU supervisor)
> Passport / Government ID (for Saudi copies)
> Seaman book or “Seaman’s seagoing service records book” and where applicable copies of the main page and the pages
with vessel entries.
> Certificate of competency (COC) copy. A copy of the COC authentication printout or a letter from the certificate issuing
Maritime administration. When the certificate is not in English, a certified English translation copy of the certificate shall
accompany the original certificate. Certificate of competency (COC) should be issued by their country of origin, or
recognized “White List” country where they attended and internationally recognized Maritime school or university,
Together with all relevant endorsements.
> STCW endorsements certificates.
> Medical Certificate stating that the crew member is medically fit to carry out the activities required by his position.
> Out of Kingdom English proficiency certificate (Marlins or equivalent)
> A copy of the English proficiency certificate authentication printout letter from the certificate issuer shall be attached.
> Fast rescue craft certificate (For Marine chartered AHTSS, Chief officer only).
> Maritime/Offshore experience – detailed tabulated records of vessels stating the type, size, function & area over a period
not less than 5 years.
> Engine Room Resource management course completion certificate.
> Additional contract compulsory safety certificates such as: H2S Awareness, CPR training, swimming capability etc.

5.2.4 Contracted Port Captain / Port Engineer

Every Vessel, as per the agreed Marine Contract, shall be supported at all times by an ‘In-Kingdom’ Port
Captain and Port Engineer, who shall be assigned for up to maximum of eight (8) Vessels per region.
Responsibility will include but not be limited to the following:
All aspects of Vessel shore support including crew administration, management, movement, assignment
and familiarization.
Report to the Proponent and QA&CU all Vessel defect and breakdowns.
Compiling an Officer C.V. Package for nomination, as specified in Section 5.4 there-after of these
instructions, as well as notifying Saudi Aramco Proponent of any planned crew movements or changes.
Ensuring every candidate Officer completes the required Familiarization and evaluation Procedures as
specified in section 5.5 of these instructions.
Assessing the candidate Officer on completion of the required Familiarization and signing the report as
specified in section 5.5.3 of these instructions.
Ensuring that every candidate Officer is fully prepared for the Evaluation Procedures as specified in these
instructions.
Ensuring the monitoring of the Accepted Officer as specified in section 5.6 of these instructions.

5.3.2 Contractor Port Captain and Port Engineer

Shall have at least four (4) years’ experience as Master/Chief Engineer on the type of Vessel they are
assigned to and shall fully meet BMVS&R and /or SAMCVS&R Chapter 12. sections 1.4
The Port Captain and Port Engineer shall at all times be able to take over as temporary
Master/Chief Engineer on their assigned Vessels. New Port Captain/Engineers unfamiliar with his assigned
Vessel and Saudi Aramco operational areas will be given a minimum 30-day probationary period. When and,
thereafter as soon as circumstances permit and candidate fully familiar with his duties, will be evaluated
on Familiarity with all Saudi Aramco Oilfields, Offshore Structures and ports; and knowledge of operational
requirements for each assigned Vessel.

5.4.1 Contractor Port Captain / Port Engineer

Shall prepare the C.V. package as per the requirements of section 5.4.2. The Port Captain/Port Engineer
shall ensure the completeness and accuracy of package data and documents entries prior to submitting the
Proposal to Saudi Aramco Marine Department as follows:
Marine Department Contractor will nominate Applicant CV by submitting the pack-age to QA&CU via Marine
Operations Management System (MOMs) in accordance with the latest version of “Contractor Instruction
Manual”
All Contractors will nominate Applicant CV for Jack Up Barges by submitting a hard copy of the CV package
to Saudi Aramco Marine Rig Move Group office at Tanajib Marine Facility. This will be later changed to
nomination of Applicant CV by submit-ting the package to Marine Rig Move Group via MOMs in accordance
with the latest version of “Contractor Instruction Manual”.
Saudi Aramco Project Contractors will nominate Applicant CV by submitting e-CV (pdf copy) by E-Mail via
related Saudi Aramco Proponent
 GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL
(G.I)

Purpose: The purpose of the General Instructions (GI) is to establish a minimum requirement for issuing/receiving work
permits at Saudi Aramco facilities and project sites. The work permit system authorizes specific construction maintenance,
inspection or repair activities to be conducted that pose a hazard to personnel, damage to equipment or facilities, disruption
of operations or harm to the environment. A work permit is not simply permission to carry out a hazardous activity, but is an
essential part of a process that determines the hazards associated with a particular activity and the precautions to take so
the job can be carried out safely. When issued, work permits serve as official records of conditions and minimum safety
agreed upon by the issuer and receiver to control hazards associated with the work.