00-SAIP-90 Maintenance Quality Requirements For High Voltage Electrical Assets

Inspection Procedure
00-SAIP-90 24 April 2022

Maintenance Quality Requirements for High Voltage Electrical Assets
Document Responsibility: Inspection Engineering Standards Committee
Contents
1 Scope .......................................................................... 2
2 Purpose....................................................................... 2
3 Conflicts and Deviations.............................................. 3
4 References.................................................................. 3
5 Definitions and Acronyms ........................................... 5
6 Instructions.................................................................. 6
7 Inspection Strategy ..................................................... 7
8 Responsibilities ......................................................... 12
Appendix A – PM, Repair and Maintenance Process
Checklists.................................................................. 17
Appendix B - Equipment, Facilities & Assets Inspection
Checklists.................................................................. 18
Appendix C – Inspection Intervals .................................... 30
Appendix D – Unapproved Notification Escalation............ 31
Appendix E - HV Electrical Equipment Maintenance
Inspection and Test Plan List .................................... 34
Appendix F - Electrical Inspection Roles and
Responsibilities ......................................................... 34
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Document Responsibility: Inspection Engineering Standards Committee 00-SAIP-90
Issue Date: 24 April 2022
Next Planned Update: 24 April 2027 Maintenance Quality Requirements for High Voltage Electrical Assets
1 Scope
1.1 This Saudi Aramco Inspection Procedure (SAIP) defines quality

requirements on maintenance of High Voltage (HV) electrical
equipment maintained by Saudi Aramco Power Systems; in alignment
with maintenance responsibilities outlined in GI-2.706.
1.2 The scope covers assets and activities relevant to Saudi Aramco
operating facilities, communities and operations support facilities i n
line with GI-0002.706.
Commentary Note: other maintenance organizations may follow this quality

requirements for QA/QC of maintained high voltage equipment not inspected
by PS.
2 Purpose
The purpose of this SAIP is to ensure:
2.1 HV electrical equipment is in good physical and functional condition

and comply with all the requirements of this procedure for external and
internal condition as required.
2.2 Minimum electrical inspection requirements for controlling and

mitigating electrical hazards are in place to enhance personnel and
operational safety and fulfill the requirements of applicable Saudi
Aramco Engineering Standards for electrical activities.
2.3 Electrical inspection is conducted at planned intervals and unscheduled

surveillance to maintain asset integrity and reliability.
2.4 HV electrical assets quality program consist of Quality Control (QC)

and Quality Assurance (QA) processes. The program includes but not
limited to: personnel qualifications, procedures, checklists, roles and
responsibilities, Defect Notifications (DN) escalation, KPIs and tools.
The program covers maintenance activities including PM, repair and
external inspection activities.
2.5 Adequate resources are provided for the HV electrical assets quality
program.
2.6 Effective implementation of maintenance processes and activities.
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3 Conflicts and Deviations
3.1 Conflicts
Any conflicts between SAIPs and other applicable Mandatory Saudi

Aramco Engineering Requirement (MSAER) shall be resolved in
writing to the Chairman, Inspection Engineering Standards Committee
(IESC). Any conflict related to the mandatory standards shall be
resolved as per SAEP-302.
3.2 Deviations and Waivers
Where SAIPs becomes mandatory (indirectly as mentioned in the

scope), direct all requests to deviate or waive the requirements of
SAIPs to the Inspection Department Manager.
Commentary note: If electrical inspection activities specified in this
SAIP are covered by other recognized international standards and
regulations, the procedure with more stringent requirements shall be
applied.
4 References
4.1 Saudi Aramco References

Saudi Aramco Engineering Procedures
SAEP-302 Waiver of a Mandatory Saudi Aramco Engineering
Requirement
SAEP-308 Operations Inspection Unit Assessment
SAEP-309 Inspection Requirements for Support
SAEP-350 Regular Maintenance and Testing for
SAEP-378 Electrical Inspection Requirements
Saudi Aramco Engineering Standards

SAES-A-202 Saudi Aramco Engineering Drawing Preparation
SAES-B-006 Fireproofing for Plants
SAES-B-014 Safety Requirements for Plant and
Operations Support Buildings
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SAES-B-068 Electrical Area Classification

SAES-B-069 Emergency Eyewashes and Showers
SAES-O-207 Power Supply for Security Systems
SAES-P-103 UPS and DC Systems
SAES-P-104 Wiring Methods and Materials
SAES-P-111 Grounding
SAES-P-119 Substations
SAES-P-121 Transformers and Reactors
SAES-P-123 Lighting
Saudi Aramco General Instruction
GI-0002.705 Certification of High Voltage Cable Splicers
GI-0002.721 Electrical Arc Flash Hazards Mitigation

GI-0006.012 Use of Hold Tags and Multiple Lockouts
GI-0002.706 Responsibility for Power Systems Operations and
Maintenance
GI-1000.500 Saudi Aramco Maintenance & Reliability

Management
4.2 Industry Codes and Standards
National Fire Protection Association
NFPA 70B Recommended Practice for Electric Equipment

Maintenance
Commentary note: NFPA 70B shall be used as a general guide as
modified by the Saudi Aramco EngineeringStandards.
National Electrical Manufacturers Association
ANSI/NETA MTS-2019 Standard for Maintenance Testing Specifications

for Electrical Power Equipment and Systems
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4.3 Applicable Power System Requirements:
Power System Maintenance Instructions (PSMI)

Power Distribution Instructions (PDI)
Internal Control Procedures (ICP)
5 Definitions and Acronyms
Asset Owners: Asset operation foreman that could be ESO.
Defect Notification (DN): Process used by the electrical inspector or any

other qualified/responsible individual to document findings and request for
closure action in SAP for equipment or equivalent system for system
observation.
Distribution Equipment: Equipment used to distribute power to utilization

equipment or other distribution equipment. For example, HV transformer
Electrical Inspector: An individual who is trained, knowledgeable, and

competent toperform electrical inspection functions.
High Voltage: Voltages 1000 V or greater unless otherwise designated in a

specific MSAER or referenced international standard.
Low Voltage: Voltages less than 1000 V, unless otherwise designated in a

specific MSAER or referenced international standard.
Maintenance Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs): An ITP is a document that

has several maintenance work phases such as document review, visual
inspection, required test and each work phase will details specific activities.
Each activity needs to follow specific requirements, should have specific
inspection level, acceptance criteria and inspection result need to be recorded.
Maintenance Support Equipment: Equipment includes Safety devices,

RRD, RSD, HV Gloves, Hot Sticks, Personal Grounding Jumpers and HV
Potential Testers, mobile substations, wash tucks, bucket trucks, cranes,
forklifts, stingers, oil trailers etc.
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Acronyms
A/C Air Conditioning

ACD Agreed Completion Date
DC Direct current
DN Defect Notification
ESO Electrical System Operator
GI General Instruction
HV High Voltage
MCC Motor Control Center
MSAER Mandatory Saudi Aramco Engineering Requirement
O&M Operation and Maintenance
OME Operation, Maintenance and Engineering
PDI Power Distribution Instruction Manual
PM Preventive Maintenance
POD Power Operation Department
PPE Personal Protective Equipment
PSID Power Systems Inspection Division
R&AMU Reliability and Assets Management Unit
RSD Remote Switching Device
PSED Power System Engineering Department
RFI Request for Inspection
RRD Remote racking Device
SAEP Saudi Aramco Engineering Procedure
SAES Saudi Aramco Engineering Standards
SAIP Saudi Aramco Inspection Procedure
UPS Uninterruptible Power Supply
6 Instructions
6.1 Safety
6.1.1 All safety rules and regulations shall be followed before and
during electrical inspections. Electrical Inspector shall stop,
look, listen and test before touching any electrical equipment.
6.1.2 Required PPE shall be used for all electrical inspection

activities involving electrical, chemical (e.g., batteries) and
arc flash hazards (as per GI-2.721) as a minimum personal
safety protection.
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6.1.3 O&M support devices including Remote racking device

(RRD) and Remote Switching devices (RSD) shall be used
wherever available.
6.1.4 Safety devices and equipment including RRD, RSD, HV

Gloves, Hot Sticks, Personal Grounding Jumpers and HV
Potential Testers must be maintained in a proper condition.
These items are integral parts of HV equipment O&M
activities. PDI Manual and GI-2.721 set the main guidelines
for the equipment maintenance requirement.
Safety Note: Inspecting electrical components and systems may pose risks
including death by electrocution as well as serious burns or other
injuries to personnel. These tasks shall be performed by properly
trained and equipped workers.
6.2 Personnel Qualifications
6.2.1 Personnel performing maintenance activities on HV

electrical equipment shall be qualified, trained as per Saudi
Aramco job training or equivalent requirements. In addition,
the technician should be certified for the specific job being
performed.
6.2.2 Electrical inspectors/ assessors shall be qualified for

electrical inspection work. This includes demonstration of a
thorough knowledge of National Electric Code/NFPA 70B,
IEC or equivalent standards for HV equipment’s and ISO
9001 quality requirements, electrical installations,
Preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance including
materials, methods, specifications, and hazardous location
classification.
7 Inspection Strategy
7.1 Inspection Intervals
7.1.1 All assets covered by this procedure shall have an approved

schedule with inspection intervals specified in accordance with Appendix C
and sampling selection criteria in Table 1 and the following:
• Equipment type
• Aged equipment
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• Condition of the equipment

• Geographical location (remote location is predominant)
Activities
Equipment Major Minor PM PM External Repair
Criticality PM (%) (%) Inspection (%) (%)
A 100 25 25 100
B 75 15 15 75
C 25 0 0 25
Table 1: Maintenance Inspection Sampling Criteria
7.2 Inspection Processes
7.2.1 Inspection shall be conducted according to sampling criteria in

Table 1 and Appendix C using Appendix A and B checklists
respectively during the following inspection types:
• Inspection of PM activities (PM Inspection, Minor PM

and Major PM)
• Inspection of Repair activities
• Maintenance Process (Focused Assessment)
• External Inspection
7.2.2 Maintenance Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs) shall be

controlled by PSID and utilized to support and guide the
inspection activities.
7.2.3 Inspection schedule of HV equipment PM activities shall

follow the maintenance schedules according to SAP PM’s
frequency. Also, repair activities inspections should coincide
with the repair plans schedules.
7.2.4 External Inspection of HV electrical equipment, associated

facilities, accessories, etc. shall be as per Appendix-B.
7.2.5 Checklists, given in Appendices “A” and “B” provide the

minimum guidance to conduct the inspection activities by
PSID. Additional items can be added following consultation
and approval by PSID.
7.2.6 Noncompliance/violations shall be reported as DN to the asset
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owners (POD System Operation, Foreman Plant Operations

Unit), escalated and documented in the SAP for the equipment
or equivalent system for maintenance activities/ processes
violations. In addition, a monthly report shall be shared by
PSID Head with POD/Proponent Operation Superintendent.
7.2.7 For specific events that are not included as part of the annual
Inspection Schedule, POD Maintenance Planning Unit or
Field Engineering Unit shall submit RFI to notify PSIU for
providing the required inspection at least three (3) business
days prior to the time required for inspection.
7.2.8 Requests for inspection of unplanned emergency work can be

within the same day with the approval of PSID Head.
7.2.9 Surveillance Inspection
7.2.9.1 PSIU team to conduct unplanned inspection visits on

equipment, facilities, test equipment, accessories, etc.
7.2.9.2 Surveillance results including defect notifications/violations,

pro-active notifications or general comments shall be logged
in the SAP for the equipment or equivalent system for
maintenance activities/ processes violations.
7.3 Inspection Requirements
7.3.1 Inspection of PM and repair activities should include all phases

of the activity covering pre-work, during and post-work. This
will include work planning stage, data entry, etc.
7.3.2 PSID shall conduct inspection activities on PS-maintained

equipment and assets that include PM and repair activities of
HV electrical equipment, associated facilities, and
accessories.
7.3.3 PSID shall issue a semi-annual report to ensure the validity

of calibration certificates and inspection stickers of
maintenance support equipment/tools. In addition, the report
shall address the findings and observations.
7.3.4 PSID shall spot-check high voltage equipment related to

repair activities that require special certification (e.g. Cable
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splicing, Hi pot testing, Cable Fault locating, etc.)
7.3.5 PSID shall spot-check the following special activities related

to high voltage equipment repair: power cables termination,
excavation, overhead poles replacement, foundation
replacement, power cables laying, transformer mounting,
7.3.6 Special inspection programs (such as thermography for

electrical hotspots, Partial Discharge (PD) Inspection,
Corona Discharge Inspection) shall be conducted as required
by designated party.
7.3.7 Annual assessment shall be conducted to ensure the adequacy

and effectiveness of HV electrical asset quality program.
7.3.8 All inspection records and documents shall be maintained in

SAP for the equipment or equivalent system for maintenance
activities/ processes violations.
7.3.9 Noncompliance/Violation observations shall be reported

within 48 hours in the SAP for the equipment or equivalent
system for maintenance activities/ processes violations
depending on the identified violation; except where an
immediate action is required.
7.3.10 Performance evaluation of completed inspections and defect

notifications closure shall be calculated in accordance to
Table 2:
Performance Formula Frequency

Measure
Completed # o𝑓 completed 𝐼𝑛𝑠𝑝𝑒𝑐𝑡𝑖𝑜𝑛
× 100% Monthly
inspections #𝑜𝑓 𝑝𝑙𝑎𝑛𝑛𝑒𝑑 i𝑛𝑠𝑝𝑒𝑐𝑡𝑖𝑜𝑛
Defect notifications # 𝑜𝑓𝑜𝑝𝑒𝑛 𝑑𝑒𝑓𝑒𝑐𝑡 𝑛𝑜𝑡𝑖𝑓𝑖𝑐𝑎𝑡𝑖𝑜𝑛𝑠 Monthly
× 100%
closure #𝑜𝑓 𝑡𝑜𝑡𝑎𝑙 𝑑𝑒𝑓𝑒𝑐𝑡 𝑛𝑜𝑡𝑓𝑖𝑐𝑎𝑡𝑖𝑜𝑛𝑠
Table 2: Inspection Performance Measures (KPI)
7.4 Notification and Escalation
7.4.1 Notification Classification
7.4.1.1 For the equipment, classification & handling the

notifications shall follow GI 1000.500 requirements for all
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works that need to ensure assets integrity.
7.4.1.2 For system violation, the category for each violation

shall ne in accordance with table 3:
Violation Category Violation Description

• Violations to governing MSAERs
Major • Repeated moderate observations
• Violations to PDI’s, PSMI’s and
Moderate ICP’s that do not pose immediate
hazards to personnel or equipment
• Repeated minor observations
Minor Violation to appendix A & B Checklist

Table 3: System Violation Category
7.4.2 Notification Escalation
Notification escalation shall be followed as per

Appendix-D.
7.4.2.1 PSID shall escalate the unapproved notification for

the equipment to the asset owner management and
POD management for system violation through
following the unapproved notification escalation
process as per appendix-D.
7.4.2.2 After the submittal of a system violation DN, the

respective POD foreman is given specific number of
days to provide the required Action Plan (AP) and
Agreed Completion Date (ACD) to resolve the issue
addressed in the DN.
7.4.2.3 Failure to reply back with the AP and ACD within the
provided period for Minor, Moderate and Major
notifications will result in notification escalation to
the next management level.
7.4.2.4 For system violations (Major, Moderate & Minor) are

not resolved within ACD, the violations will be
escalated to POD management.
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7.4.2.5 If system violations (Major, Moderate & Minor) are

not resolved within the first ACD, maximum of 5
days will be allowed to provide the second ACD at
division level; before the observation is escalated to
asset owners Manager.
7.4.2.6 PSID shall issue a monthly report to POD

superintendent and plant operation superintendent
(asset owner) for outstanding equipment and system
quality notifications.
7.5 Overdue PM
7.5.1 All transformer overdue PM shall be escalated to VPs within

4 weeks after the notification received by the manger.
7.5.2 All Switchyards and 13.8KV & above switchgears overdue

PM shall be escalated to VPs within 4 weeks after the
notification received by the manger.
7.5.3 Other asset overdue PM with equipment criticality A shall be

escalated to VPs within 4 to 6 weeks after the notification
received by the manger.
8 Responsibilities
All following roles and responsibilities are summarized in the Appendix F “Electrical
Inspection Roles and Responsibilities”.
8.1 PSID Head
8.1.1 Approve the HV electrical Inspection Plan.
8.1.2 Allocate timely sufficient manpower and resources to cover

required inspection activities.
8.1.3 Ensure HV electrical assets quality program is adequate and

implemented.
8.1.4 Approve ITP on maintenance activities for the equipment

listed in Appendix E.
8.1.5 Track the resolution of all internal and external assessment
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findings upon conducting the root cause analysis.
8.2 QAU Supervisor
8.2.1 Develop and coordinate implementation of HV electrical

assets quality program.
8.2.2 Coordinate annual assessments and issue assessment report

to PSID Head.
8.2.3 Determine the number of team members and ensure

minimum qualification requirements are met according to
this SAIP.
8.2.4 Ensure adequate resources are available to meet the

assessment requirements.
8.2.5 Develop and issue annual performance indicator reports
8.2.6 Develop and maintain maintenance ITP for new equipment.
8.2.7 Ensure all requirement in this SAIP are met.
8.3 QAU Assessor
8.3.1 Conduct annual assessments to ensure adequate performance

and compliance with HV electrical quality program by
utilizing QA assessment checklists.
8.3.2 Assist in reviewing the HV electrical quality program.
8.4 PSIU Head
8.4.1 Administer inspection planning and scheduling of HV assets

utilizing the corporate inspection program.
8.4.2 Interface with PS engineering, maintenance, operation and

QA teams on all inspection matters.
8.4.3 Review the developed ITPs for the equipment listed in

Appendix-E in coordination with the QAU.
8.4.4 Set and pursue specific goals to achieve the quality KPI
targets.
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8.4.5 Conduct regular management review meetings to ensure

effectiveness and improvements of the developed quality
program.
8.4.6 Promote and build awareness of PS quality requirements
8.4.7 Ensure defect notification(s) are issued to rectify reported

deficiencies.
8.4.8 Ensure that all inspection records are maintained in according

to this SAIP.
8.5 PSIU Field Supervisor
8.5.1 Arrange/Coordinate all field work activities in accordance

with the developed annual inspection plan and schedules
8.5.2 Assist in resolving inspection related issues
8.5.3 Follow-up on closure of all issued DNs.
8.5.4 Maintain quality records related to inspection activities.
8.5.5 Track overdue PM and inspection activities as per Inspection

Plan intervals.
8.5.6 Perform focused assessments of specific work elements to

ensure that the quality activities and process are effective and
all checklists on appendices are used.
8.6 PSIU Inspector
8.6.1 Conduct all planned inspections/surveys.
8.6.2 Inspect the preparation of major activities such as PM, repair

work including scope of work (SOW), spare parts, and
materials required for the job and ensure proper storage and
preservation.
8.6.3 Conduct unplanned field visits to identify deficiencies, best

practices and areas of improvement.
8.6.4 Report all identified defects as DN to the asset owners (POD

System Operation Foreman /Plant Operations Unit Foreman)
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8.6.5 Maintain all inspection records as specified in this SAIP, such

as checklists.
8.6.6 Conduct annual area survey to ensure all equipment is

registered in the SAP-PM and report any missed equipment
to the asset’s owner.
8.6.7 Attend all OME meetings.
8.7 POD Superintendent
8.7.1 Review the quality reports and assure effective corrective

actions are implemented.
8.8 POD Maintenance Foremen
8.8.1 Ensure PM and repair activities are conducted following the

approved checklists and SOW’s.
8.8.2 Utilize SAP to raise RFI on a specific maintenance quality

related issue.
8.9 Electrical System Operation (ESO) Unit
8.9.1 Notify PSIU of any HV assets forced outage and failures.
8.9.2 Ensure operation activities are performed following the

operations guidelines outlined in applicable Saudi Aramco
GI’s and PDI Manual.
8.9.3 Issue corrective notifications (M1/M2) to address DNs

reported by PSIU.
8.9.4 Utilize SAP or equivalent system to raise RFI on a specific

operations quality related issue.
8.10 POD Planning & Materials Unit
8.10.1 Maintain lists of all electrical equipment that shall be

maintained by POD and report immediately unregistered
equipment in the SAP to assets owner.
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8.10.2 Provide PSIU with the annual plan/schedule of maintenance

activities including PM and Repair of the following year.
8.10.3 Notify PSIU immediately, with maintenance activities

schedule changes and provide the new dates to update the
Inspection Plan accordingly.
8.10.4 Notify PSIU of planned special activities or other electrical

work activities which may impact functionality of electrical
systems.
8.10.5 Ensure proper implementation and accuracy of PM and repair

activities schedules. In addition, track and reschedule
overdue PM accordingly.
8.11 R&AMU
8.11.1 Ensure all HV equipment are entered in SAP system with

proper maintenance/inspection strategy.
8.11.2 Review Quality Indices Report prior issuance and provide

technical support to PSIU/QAU.
8.11.3 Track “bad actor” assets and obsolete equipment according

to HV electrical quality program’s assessment findings.
8.11.4 Provide annual equipment criticality assessment (ACA) to

PSIU support developing the annual inspection plan.
8.12 PSED Field Engineering Unit
8.12.1 Issue RFI for any critical task that requires additional
inspection service.
8.12.2 Provide technical support on resolving outstanding DNs
8.12.3 Coordinate with concerned organization on issues which

require engineering involvement or consultation.
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Appendix A – PM, Repair and Maintenance Process Checklists

PM, Repair and Maintenance Process Checklists
Equipment Maintenance Process
Plant NO. Inspection Date
Observation NO.
Equipment NO. Last Inspection

Date
Deficiency
Description / Work Order Remarks on
found?
Deficiencies
Pre-Work
1. Equipment is part of SAP PM strategy
2. PM checklist is up-to-date and available
3. Qualified manpower assigned
4. PM materials inspected
Test Equipment are available, certified and
5.
operational
During Work
6. Crew is following the PM checklist steps
Equipment manuals/best practice/ acceptance
7.
criteria are followed
8. Work condition is safe
9. Grounding is installed
10. Attended equipment is maintainable
Equipment test results according to ITP are within
11.
acceptable limits
Equipment test results are approved by PSED
12.
Maintenance Engineer (During equipment repair)
Post-Work
13. Equipment is returned to normal condition
If any, abnormal readings, test results and
14.
conditions addressed and resolved
15. Housekeeping has been performed
POST-PM
All test results are entered and filed in
16.
SAP/Equipment History
17. Drawings are updated and followed
Inspected By _____________ Badge number ______________ Date ___/_______/____
Field Supervisor _____________Badge number _____________ Date ___/_______/____
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Appendix B - Equipment, Facilities & Assets Inspection Checklists

B.1 - SUBSTATIONS
Observatio
n NO.
Area/location NO. Last Inspection Date

Def.
Description List of Equipment with
found
Deficiencies
Light indication for MCCs and switch gears in good
A condition
B MCC and switch gear enclosure bolts available
C MCC and switchgear no up normal sound
Breakers identification and panel board directories
D
properly provided
E Building temperature normal (below 35°C)
F Equipment grounding properly installed
MCC and switchgear rubber insulation installed are in
G
good condition
Lighting (emergency, exits and building lights) are
H
functioning and in good condition
I Working space acceptable
Cleanliness inside the substation maintained (no debris
J
left)
K A/C system adequate
L Exit signs available in English and Arabic
Door closer – Panic hardware – Door sealant, are in
M
good
condition.
N Hercules Padlock Bar type in good condition
O Tools and equipment used for switching are available.
P Condition of Fire Safety Equipment is acceptable
All safety signs and precautions are installed properly,
Q
in
the right locations and readable.
Annunciator panel is functional and connected to a
R
manned facility
S No active alarms on the annunciator panel
Field Supervisor _____________Badge number _____________ Date ___/_______/____
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B.2.A - BATTERY ROOMS, UPS and DC Systems (External

Survey)
Observation

NO.
Def. List of
Description
found Equipment with
Deficiencies
A Ventilation sufficient and effective
B Battery cell/bank identified
Verify adequacy of battery support racks, mounting,
C
anchorage, alignment, and grounding.
D Electrolyte level acceptable
E Standard building temperature maintained
F Lighting acceptable
Terminal and connection acceptable (including intercell
G
connector
and terminal covers or busbar insulation)
H Personal protective equipment available and properly stored
I Color coding correct
J Door closer – Panic hardware – Door sealant, are in good
condition.
K Dry chemical fire extinguisher installed outside the battery
room.
L UPS/Battery charger active alarms
M Eyewash, shower is available and functional
N Working space provided
O Drain clean
P Battery case in good condition
Q Warning signs are available
R Audible and visual alarm are installed and functional (if
applicable)
Field Supervisor _____________ Badge number _____________ Date __/_______/____
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B.2.B - UPS & DC- SYSTEMS INSPECTION (Internal Survey)

Observation

NO.
Def.
found
Deficiencies
UPS One-line diagram are installed inside UPS system
A
room.
UPS system switching procedure are installed on UPS
B
cabinet
C UPS Display-screen is functional.
Checked UPS cabinet display for any standing alarms
D
and
none found
Checked Substation annunciator panel for any
E
UPS/Battery
related standing alarms and none found
F Checked UPS room temperature level
G Checked UPS cooling fans functionality – visually
Confirmed UPS systems room is dust-free with good
H
housekeeping
Checked that UPS components are replaced on their
I replacement cycle as per manufacturer PM
recommendations for that particular UPS
model.
Checked that all installed DC/AC Capacitors have a
J manufacturing date and replaced every 7~10 years
or less
depending on manufacturer’s recommendations
Checked that Battery rooms are dust-free with proper
K
housekeeping.
Checked the replacement of AC/DC PSU every
L
10 years.
M Filters (if provided) are in place and vents are clear
Field Supervisor _____________ Badge number _____________ Date ___/_______/____
Saudi Aramco: Company General Use

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B.3 – TRANSFORMERS & HIGH VOLTAGE SWITCHYARD

Observation

NO.
Def.
found
Deficiencies
A Temperature normal
B Warning sign installed
C Transformer sealed (dust and moisture protected)
D Grounds and bonds properly connected
E Bolts installed properly
F Sun shield for outdoor installation in good condition
G Transformer perimeter fence secured
H Equipment properly identified
I Transformer sound normal
J Pressure temperature gauges in good condition
K Equipment/fence properly grounded
L Transformer bushing good (no signs of leak)
M Silica gel filter in good condition
N Equipment cleanliness maintained
O Transformer yard is in good condition
P Transformer Oil collector Pit is empty and in good
condition
Q Bus Duct is in good condition and no signs of seal
breakdown

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B.4 - WOODEN-POLES HV OVERHEAD LINES INSPECTION

Observation NO.
Area/location NO. Last Inspection

Date
Deficiency
Description Remarks on
found?
Deficiencies
PLANNING STAGE
1. Poles are not leaning, having large cracks, broken or deteriorated
2. There are no signs of burns on poles, cross-arms or other pole hardware
There is no significant pollution or dirt on the OH line insulators or electrical
3.
equipment
4. OH lines are not obstructed by any foreign objects, structures, etc.
There is no vulnerability due to remoteness, ongoing works or any special
5.
circumstances
Poles grounding wire/rod and fittings are in good condition, not damages or
6.
loose
7. There is no sand accumulation around the poles or close to OH lines
8. There no low sagging of OH line conductors
9. There are no broken or damaged pole hardware
There are no broken or damaged conductor hardware, insulators or loose
10.
live fittings or jumpers
There is no damaged electrical equipment (transformers, arrestors,
11.
insulators, fuses, links, etc.)
12. There are no damaged, "downed" or broken conductors
Anchor, guy wires are in a good condition, tension is proper; fittings and
13.
connections are ok
Safe clearances from trees, ground, structures and surroundings to live
14.
parts are maintained
Clearances between live parts and conductors of different phases are
15.
maintained
Clearances between live parts and grounding wires and guy wires are
16.
maintained
No signs of tracking or flashover marks on transformers, insulators, cutouts
17.
and arresters
18. There is no clear violations of a specific Saudi Aramco current Standards
There is no abnormal noise, corona discharge, fizzing sound or other
19.
abnormality on the OH lines or equipment
Riser poles have no blown fuses, sign of flashovers or damage on cables,
20.
terminations, arrestors or other hardware
21. Poles/towers foundations are in good condition


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B.5 - STEEL-POLES/TOWERS HV OVERHEAD LINES INSPECTION

Observation NO.
Area/location NO. Last Inspection

Date
Deficiency
Description Remarks on
found?
Deficiencies
PLANNING STAGE
1. Poles/Towers are not leaning, dented or broken
There are no signs of burns/carbon on poles/towers body or
2.
hardware
There is no significant pollution or dirt on the OH line insulators or
3.
electrical equipment
4. OH lines are not obstructed by any foreign objects, structures, etc.
There is no vulnerability due to remoteness, ongoing works or any
5.
special circumstances
Poles/towers grounding wire/rod and fittings are in good condition,
6.
not damages or loose
There is no sand accumulation around the poles/towers or close
7.
to OH lines
8. There no low sagging of OH line conductors
9. There are no broken or damaged pole/towers hardware
There are no broken or damaged conductor or shield-wire
10.
hardware, insulators or loose live fittings or jumpers
There is no damaged electrical equipment (transformers,
11.
arrestors, insulators, fuses, links, etc.)
12. There are no damaged, "downed" or broken conductors
Safe clearances from trees, ground, structures and surroundings
13.
to live parts are maintained
Clearances between live parts and conductors of different phases
14.
are maintained
15. Clearances between live parts and steel structures are maintained
No signs of tracking or flashover marks on transformers,
16.
insulators, cutouts and arresters
There is no clear violations of a specific Saudi Aramco current
17.
Standards
There is no abnormal noise, corona discharge, fizzing sound or
18.
other abnormality on the OH lines or equipment
Riser poles have no blown fuses, sign of flashovers or damage on
19.
cables, terminations, arrestors or other hardware
20. Poles/towers foundations are in good condition


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B6 - HV CABLE TRAY SYSTEM

Observation

NO.
Def.
found
Deficiencies
A Tray grounded properly, as per design requirements
B Tray splicing plate in good condition
Bonding jumpers installed and trays are grounded at
C
both
ends
D Tray covers and bands installed
E Expansion joint available
F Barriers (separation) installed
G Conduit entering cable tray grounded properly
H Supports are in good condition
I Tray general condition is acceptable


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B.7 – HV CABLE CONDUIT SYSTEM

Observation

NO.
Def.
found
Deficiencies
A Conduits are mechanically in good condition
B Unused openings are sealed/closed properly
C PVC coating application in good condition
D Grounds and bonds in good condition
E Conduit fittings in good condition
F Covers installed
G Bushings on conduit ends available
H Threads in good condition
I Flexible conduit in good condition
J Conduit runs continuous and not broken
K Conduits supports adequate
L Conduits supports in good condition
M Support clamps in good condition
Electrical markers for underground cables/conduits are
N sufficient


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B.8 – HV EQUIPMENT ENCLOSURES AND JUNCTION

BOXES
Observation

NO.
Def.
found
Deficiencies
A Cover bolts and gaskets installed
B Unused openings sealed correctly
C Unit in good condition
D Supports adequate
E Area application approved (NEMA 3, 4, 7, etc.)
Enclosure sealed completely (no signs of moisture
F
and dust
penetration)
G Ground connection and bonds properly connected
H Junction Box accessible
I Bushing, Mayer hub and threads engaged properly
J Outlet enclosure in good condition
K Bus box in good condition
Tag numbers of terminal and equipment junction
L
boxes
legible and unobscured


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B.9 - GROUNDING/LIGHTNING PROTECTION SYSTEMS

Observation

NO.
Def.
found
Deficiencies
Ground and lightning protection systems connections
A
are in
good condition
B Conductors and conduits sizes and quantity are
acceptable
C Ground color code as per standard
D Minimum ground conductor is acceptable
E HV equipment frames connected to grounding grid
F All vessels and tanks grounded properly
G Fence grounded properly
Grounding rods, and cable connections to ground
H
rods are in good condition
I Bonding installed and in good condition


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B.10 - LIGHTING SYSTEM

Observation

NO.
Def.
found
Deficiencies
A Lamp wattage acceptable
B Sockets in good condition
C Reflectors in good condition
D Wiring normal temperature
E Grounds and bonds in good condition
F Lighting guards in good condition
G Lighting illumination is sufficient (measured)
Exit and emergency lighting fixtures are functioning and
H in good condition.


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B.11 - HV CABLES MANHOLES & DUCT BANKS

Observation

NO.
Def.
found
Deficiencies
A Cables properly identified
B Cables racked properly
C Cable splicing correct and in good condition
D Ground connection secured and in good condition
E Rack supports in good condition
F Conduit end sealant in good condition
G Manhole entry sealant in good condition
H Ladder in good condition
I Housekeeping maintained
J Physical condition is accepted


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Appendix C – Inspection Intervals
FREQUENCY
Item # Description of Item External inspection Internal Inspection
Interval Scope Interval Scope
1. Electrical Equipment & Assets (Counted)
General
1.1 PS-Owned Buildings & Facilities Annually N/A N/A
Inspection
1.2 Substations Quarterly Checklist B.1 N/A N/A
Battery Rooms/banks, UPS System and DC
1.3 Quarterly Checklist B.2.A Annually Checklist B.2.B
System
1.4 Transformers & High Voltage Switchyard Quarterly Checklist B.3 N/A N/A
1.5 Wooden-Poles HV Overhead Power Lines Annually Checklist B.4 N/A N/A
1.6 Steel-Poles HV Overhead Power Lines Annually Checklist B.5 N/A N/A
2. Electrical Equipment/systems (Uncounted)
2.1 HV Cables Tray Systems Annually Checklist B.6 N/A N/A
2.2 HV Cables Conduit system Annually Checklist B.7 N/A N/A

HV Equipment Enclosures and Junction
2.3 Annually Checklist B.8 N/A N/A
boxes
2.4 Grounding/lightning protection systems Annually Checklist B.9 N/A N/A
2.5 Lighting system Annually Checklist B.10 N/A N/A
2.6 HV Cables Manholes & Duct banks 2 Years Checklist B.11 N/A N/A
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Appendix D – Unapproved Notification Escalation
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Appendix E– HV Electrical Equipment Maintenance Inspection and Test Plan List
SN Maintenance Inspection Plan Title

1 Switchgear, Switchboard, and Panelboard Assemblies
2 Transformers, Dry-Type, Air-Cooled, Low-Voltage, Small
3 Transformers, Dry-Type, Air-Cooled, Large
4 Transformers, Liquid-Filled, Small
5 Transformers, Liquid-Filled, Large
6 Cables
7 Shielded Cables, Medium- and High-Voltage
8 Metal-Enclosed Busways
9 Switches, Air, Low-Voltage
10 Switches, Air, Medium-Voltage, Metal-Enclosed
11 Switches, Air, Medium- and High-Voltage, Open
12 Switches, Oil, Medium-Voltage
13 Switches, Vacuum, Medium-Voltage
14 Switches, SF6, Medium-Voltage
15 Switches, Cutouts
16 Circuit Breakers, Air, Insulated-Case/Molded-Case
17 Circuit Breakers, Air, Low-Voltage Power
18 Circuit Breakers, Air, Medium-Voltage
19 Circuit Breakers, Oil, Medium- and High-Voltage
20 Circuit Breakers, Vacuum, Medium-Voltage
21 Circuit Breakers, SF6
22 Circuit Switchers
23 Network Protectors
24 Protective Relays, Electromechanical and Solid-State
25 Protective Relays, Microprocessor-Based
26 Instrument Transformers, Current Transformers
27 Instrument Transformers, Voltage Transformers
28 Instrument Transformers, Coupling-Capacitor Voltage Transformers
29 Instrument Transformers, High-Accuracy Instrument Transformers
30 Metering Devices, Electromechanical and Solid-State
31 Metering Devices, Microprocessor-Based
32 Regulating Apparatus, Voltage, Step-Voltage Regulators
33 Regulating Apparatus, Voltage, Induction Regulators
34 Regulating Apparatus, Current – Reserved
35 Regulating Apparatus, Load Tap-Changers
36 Grounding Systems
37 Ground-Fault Protection Systems

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SN Maintenance Inspection Plan Title

38 Motor Control, Motor Starters, Low-Voltage
39 Motor Control, Motor Starters, Medium-Voltage
40 Motor Control, Motor Control Centers, Medium-Voltage
41 Adjustable-Speed Drive Systems
42 Direct-Current Systems, Batteries, Flooded Lead-Acid
43 Direct-Current Systems, Batteries, Vented Nickel-Cadmium
44 Direct Current Systems, Batteries, Valve-Regulated Lead-Acid
45 Direct-Current Systems, Chargers
46 Direct-Current Systems, Rectifiers
47 Surge Arresters, Medium- and High-Voltage Surge Protection Devices
48 Capacitors and Reactors, Capacitors
49 Capacitors and Reactors, Capacitor Control Devices
50 Capacitors and Reactors, Reactors (Shunt and Current-Limiting), Dry-Type
51 Capacitors and Reactors, Reactors (Shunt and Current-Limiting), Liquid-Filled
52 Outdoor Bus Structures
53 Emergency Systems, Engine Generator
54 Emergency Systems, Uninterruptible Power Systems
55 Emergency Systems, Automatic Transfer Switches
56 Communications
57 Automatic Circuit Reclosers and Line Sectionalizers
58 Automatic Circuit Reclosers, Oil/Vacuum
59 Automatic Circuit Reclosers and Line Sectionalizers
60 Automatic Line Sectionalizers, Oil
61 Fiber-Optic Cables

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Appendix F - Electrical Inspection Roles and Responsibilities

RASCI (Responsible, Accountable, Support, Consulted, and Informed) Table
POD Planning & Materials Unit
PSED Field Engineering Unit

POD Maintenance Foremen
PSIU Field Supervisor

POD Superintendent
QAU Supervisor
PSIU Inspector
Asset Owner
PSID Head
PSIU Head
R&AMU
Activity Description
No.
1 Develop the HV electrical I S A R R R C C C

Inspection Plan
Issue request for inspection (RFI) A A

2 A A I R
R S
3 Report observed deficiencies R S I A
Create DN on SAP for any R

4 A A
deficiency
5 Perform corrective actions S R S A S
6 Escalate unresolved DN R R A A A A
R
7 Register Equipment in SAP S A
Update equipment history

8 R A A
(records) in SAP
9 Close DN in SAP A A R
10 Report the KPI I I I I A R R I
R Responsible Owns the task, execute it and ensures that it is completed

A Accountable Ensures that the outcome of the activity is achieved and signs off on the activity
S Supports Provides support/ resources within his authority as needed to complete the task
C Consulted Provides expert opinion to responsible party as needed to complete the task
I Informed Is interested to know about the details, progress or impact of the task

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Inspection Procedure

00-SAIP-90 24 April 2022

Previous Issue: NEW Next Planned Update: 24 April 2027

1.1 This Saudi Aramco Inspection Procedure (SAIP) defines quality

Commentary Note: other maintenance organizations may follow this quality

The purpose of this SAIP is to ensure:

2.1 HV electrical equipment is in good physical and functional condition

2.2 Minimum electrical inspection requirements for controlling and

2.3 Electrical inspection is conducted at planned intervals and unscheduled

2.4 HV electrical assets quality program consist of Quality Control (QC)

2.6 Effective implementation of maintenance processes and activities.

3 Conflicts and Deviations

Any conflicts between SAIPs and other applicable Mandatory Saudi

3.2 Deviations and Waivers

Where SAIPs becomes mandatory (indirectly as mentioned in the

4.1 Saudi Aramco References

Saudi Aramco Engineering Standards

SAES-B-068 Electrical Area Classification

Saudi Aramco General Instruction

GI-0002.705 Certification of High Voltage Cable Splicers

GI-0002.721 Electrical Arc Flash Hazards Mitigation

GI-1000.500 Saudi Aramco Maintenance & Reliability

4.2 Industry Codes and Standards

National Fire Protection Association

NFPA 70B Recommended Practice for Electric Equipment

National Electrical Manufacturers Association

ANSI/NETA MTS-2019 Standard for Maintenance Testing Specifications

4.3 Applicable Power System Requirements:

Power System Maintenance Instructions (PSMI)

5 Definitions and Acronyms

Asset Owners: Asset operation foreman that could be ESO.

Defect Notification (DN): Process used by the electrical inspector or any

Distribution Equipment: Equipment used to distribute power to utilization

Electrical Inspector: An individual who is trained, knowledgeable, and

High Voltage: Voltages 1000 V or greater unless otherwise designated in a

Low Voltage: Voltages less than 1000 V, unless otherwise designated in a

Maintenance Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs): An ITP is a document that

Maintenance Support Equipment: Equipment includes Safety devices,

A/C Air Conditioning

6.1.2 Required PPE shall be used for all electrical inspection

6.1.3 O&M support devices including Remote racking device

6.1.4 Safety devices and equipment including RRD, RSD, HV

6.2 Personnel Qualifications

6.2.1 Personnel performing maintenance activities on HV

6.2.2 Electrical inspectors/ assessors shall be qualified for

7.1 Inspection Intervals

7.1.1 All assets covered by this procedure shall have an approved

• Condition of the equipment

7.2 Inspection Processes

7.2.1 Inspection shall be conducted according to sampling criteria in

• Inspection of PM activities (PM Inspection, Minor PM

7.2.2 Maintenance Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs) shall be

7.2.3 Inspection schedule of HV equipment PM activities shall

7.2.4 External Inspection of HV electrical equipment, associated

7.2.5 Checklists, given in Appendices “A” and “B” provide the

7.2.6 Noncompliance/violations shall be reported as DN to the asset

owners (POD System Operation, Foreman Plant Operations

7.2.8 Requests for inspection of unplanned emergency work can be