Advanced Online De-

Sander

IN ITIAL D RAFT PR OPOSAL

FOR

ADVANCED ONLINE DE-

SANDER

BY

SCIENT IGE SDN BHD

18 OCT , 06

Prepared by M Shahzar M Idris Colin Sherwood

Head of Marketing & Business Development Delivery Manager - Online Cleaning
Scientige Sdn Bhd Specialist Cleaning – Aqua-Dyne
RBG Limited
Submission date 18 October 2006
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OVERVIEW: THE INITIAL DRAFT PROPOSAL

Scientige Sdn Bhd is preparing the Proposal for Advance Online De-Sander (AOD) for
Carigali PMO to carry out related works & resolve any issue at the offshore plaform.

This document is prepared in collaboration between Scientige Sdn Bhd and RBG Limited.

As an initial approach, we would like to submit the AOD related documents for your perusal:

ATTACHMENT NO:

1) Workpack document (sample) – this document is part of the deployment

documentation for the Advanced Online De-Sander – Operation & Services

2) Advance Online De-Sander (AOD) Brochure I, II & III – Equipment / Product

3) Drawing 1 & 2 – P&ID and General Arrangement Drawings for the AOD

4) Photo –1, 2 & 3 for AOD Skid

5) Document – indicating client vessel connections and Risk Assessment model

6) Document for indicative charges – will be made available upon request and after
performing the Project/User Requirement Study – PRS

7) Success story - RBG History on Non Intrusive Desanding, since 2002

8) Case Study – Shell’s Gannet Platform

Please find attachments of the document listed above and kindly contact us should you need
more information or clarifications.

Prepared by,

M Shahzar M Idris
Head of Marketing & Business Development
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Original Document – Included in the Folder

•1 x example of the workpack - prepared as part of the deployment documentation for the Advanced Online Desander
•3 x pdf documents covering the AOD brochure
•2 x pdf documents, the P&ID and General Arrangement drawings for the Advanced Online Desander
•3 x photographs of the Advanced Online Desander skid
•1 x word document indicating client vessel connections and a Risk Assessment model for same
•1 x excel document giving indicative charges as applied to a North Sea deployment - reserved
•1 x excel document covering RBG's history of Non Intrusive desanding since 2002
•1 x power point document which is a Case Study of the AOD deployment on Shell's Gannet platform
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ATTACHMENT I
– WORKPACK
**Note: This is an initial draft of the Workpack. It is not fully completed yet. We need to
have several meeting and gather more information before we can complete the whole
Workpack. Use this as a sample.
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Workpack No. RBG-WP-06-12345 Rev. D1

Aqua-Dyne Reference Number: AQD-123

Client - Platform

‘Online De-sanding of ANDR A & B’

Prepared by: Colin Sherwood, Delivery Manager – On Line Cleaning

Note: In completed – Sample only

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Contents
1. Introduction

2. Scope of Work

3. SCIENTIGE-RBG, Client and Third Party Interface

4. Schedule/Project Plan

5. Site Drawings

6. Materials, Plant & Equipment

7. Personnel

8. HSE Management

8.1 General Considerations

8.2 Completed Health, Safety & Environment Questionnaire
8.3 Site Specific HAZID/HAZOP Checklist/Screening Study
8.4 Toolbox Talks
8.5 COSHH Assessments
8.6 Manufacturer Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)
8.7 Generic/Task Based Risk Assessments
8.8 Environmental Issues
8.9 Waste Disposal

9. Quality Control/Working Procedures

9.1 Operational Procedures

9.2 HSEQ Procedures
9.3 Inspection Reports
9.4 Continuous Improvement
9.5 Acceptance Certification

10. Workscope Completion Report

10.1 Worksite Completion Report

11. Appendices

11.1 Original Work Order/Site Instruction (if applicable)

11.2 Qualifications
11.3 Variations to Work Order (if applicable)
11.4 Job Cards
11.5 AOD System Operating Procedure
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Workpack Review Approval

Workpack Title Online De-sanding of ANDR A & B

Location ANDR A & B

Workpack No. RBG-WP-06-12345 Rev. No. D1

Date
Technical Author Approval

Author Name Colin Sherwood

Position Delivery Manager

Signature Date
Project Manager / Originator Approval

Author Name

Position

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HSEQ Approval

Name

Position HSEQ Advisor

Signature Date
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Name N/A

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D1 1st Draft – For Comment
D2 2nd Draft – Revised & reissued for comment
00 Formally Approved for Issue
01, 02 etc. Document Revised after Issue
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Workpack Issue Approval

Workpack Title Online De-sanding of ANDR A & B

Location

Workpack No. RBG-WP-06-12345 Rev. No. D1

Date
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Author Name Colin Sherwood

Position Delivery Manager

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HSEQ Approval

Author Name

Position HSEQ Advisor

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Position

Signature Date

Revision No. Document Status

D1 1st Draft – For Comment
D2 2nd Draft – Revised & reissued for (a change of workscope)
00 Formally Approved for Issue
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1. Introduction

1.1 The purpose of this proposal is to provide all the necessary information and
details to carry out Online De-sanding Operations using SCIENTIGE-RBG’s
Advanced Online De-sander (AOD).

1.2 The identified vessels shall be ‘online’ under production pressure during de-
sanding operations and at an operating pressure of 40 barg or less.

The client should have a contingency prepared to shut in the vessel for offline
de-sanding operations, should problems occur during online de-sanding
operations, such as the following:
- Ineffective single valve isolation
- Ineffective valve operation
- Unacceptable produced water quality.

1.3 SCIENTIGE-RBG Aqua-Dyne propose to utilise the AOD to remove wastes, in

the form of sand and particulate accumulations, from the identified vessel(s)
without the need to take the vessel off-line, thus enabling the client to continue
production with no reduction in production rate necessary.

1.4 Sand removal equipment comprises:

• A sand removal package comprising a hydraulic ram and jetting
arrangement to access the separator and allow the safe insertion of an HP
water jetting nozzle into the base of the vessel while the separator remains
online. This package also allows for the removal of agitated sand from the
separator and transport by manifold and hoses to the AOD skid. Safety
features include isolation valves and a shear valve assembly to allow
disconnection of the AOD system from the separator in the unlikely event
of the HP water-jetting nozzle becoming stuck in or when partially
withdrawn from, the vessel.
• A ‘High Flow’ Jetting Unit to provide the necessary motive force to agitate
the sand within the vessel. This unit delivers 320 l/min at 200 bars to the
inserted jetting nozzle. This provides agitation / fluidisation of the sand
over an approximate 2m radius from the inserted nozzle.
• The AOD skid to separate the removed sand, water and oil. The skid reject
water is of suitable quality for re-injection to the client vessel by the jetting
unit. The water is cooled and filtered prior to re-injection. The reject sand /
solids are cleaned and treated to a quality suitable for disposal to sea or as
directed by the client.
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1.5 During the connection and disconnection of the AOD system to / from the
vessel, it is recommended that the Client Area Authority shall be present to
oversee this part of the operation, to visually identify and highlight each nozzle
and verbally grant authorisation for breaking of integrity. i.e. removal / fitting of
blind flanges, valves and / or hoses.

Full PPE will be worn for protection from NORM and / or other identified
contamination, and potential leakage during the removal of blind flanges from
the vessel drain valves.

1.6 Fluids removed from the vessel will be treated by the AOD skid to
separate sand from produced water; the water will be filtered and
pumped to the jetting unit for further agitating the separator sand
content.

1.7 The separated sand / waste discharged from the hydrocyclones to the sand
collection tank on the AOD skid will be treated to remove hydrocarbon content
and disposed of to sea (or as per client instructions) via the pneumatic Scale
Reduction Unit.

1.8 As per Ionising Radiation’s Regulations 1999 throughout this document, LSA -
Low Specific Activity has been superseded by the term NORM - Naturally
Occurring Radioactive Material.
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2. Scope of Work

2.1 Scope of work

The Scope of Work described in this Workpack is to perform Online De-

sanding of:

ANDR A & B

2.2 Personnel Competence

In performing this type of work SCIENTIGE-RBG acknowledges the need for

the highest standards of professionalism. Safe practice and procedural
adherence are emphasised by all SCIENTIGE-RBG Supervisors with all work
being carried out in accordance with SCIENTIGE-RBG Safety Policy,
Procedure Manual and in conjunction with Client Local Rules.
All SCIENTIGE-RBG personnel will have undergone specific training in the
operation of the AOD De-sanding equipment, covering TBRA, Flange Make
Up and AOD Skid operation.
AOD Team Leaders will be experienced in the operation of the equipment and
qualified as Radiological Protection Supervisors (RPS).

2.3 Pre-mobilisation, Equipment and Containerisation Checks

Prior to mobilisation, all specialist equipment will be function tested at our

Aberdeen base by our base supervisor. Where applicable, all certification
shall be checked and copies given to our onsite AOD Engineer for reference
at the worksite.

A copy of all equipment certification shall be passed on to the Client.

On arrival at site a full inventory shall be completed of all equipment mobilised

to site by the AOD Team Leader / Engineer.

2.3 Worksite Preparation

All personnel will complete site induction’s and familiarise themselves with the
worksite taking into account any site specific hazards that may be
encountered, prior to commencing with operations.
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All personnel will complete a Tool Box Talk with the AOD Team Leader on site
arrival; this shall cover, but not be limited to, the following topics:

a) Objectives (Operation, Environmental & Safety)

b) Personnel Responsibilities
c) Method Statements & Plan
d) SCIENTIGE-RBG Procedures & Local Rules
e) Site & Operation Hazards
f) Conflicting Activities
g) Chemical COSHH & MSDS
h) Risk Assessments & Worksite Evaluation
i) Equipment safe use & maintenance

2.4 Equipment Set-up

Detailed below is the typical equipment layout to be utilised during the

forthcoming works.
All SCIENTIGE-RBG personnel will be trained in flange make up.

2.4.1 Air Mover

A single air mover is mounted on the AOD skid. This has an independent air
supply to ensure optimum ventilation of the sand collection tank in the event that
other skid utilities ‘draw down’ the skid supply.

2.4.2 Vessel Tie-in Points

Nozzle tie-in points are highlighted on the client drawings attached to section
5.0 of this document. NORM Contamination and spillage PPE will be worn for
the removal of blind flanges from the vessel drain valves.

Nozzle ID Size Schedule

The “flange break and make up” tag and register procedure shall be adopted
and completed for all flange joints broken and made throughout this scope.

Three tie in points are typically utilised:

• A central tie in used for the connection of the Sand Removal Package.
This connection utilises a 3” 40 bar working pressure hose connected
to an isolation valve and a ‘shear’ valve connected to the client valve.
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The 3” hose is terminated to the Hydraulic Ram from which a side

stream carries the sand and water to the sand collection manifold.

• Two tie ins at the extremities of the area of the vessel to be de-sanded.
These connections are 2” or 3” 40 bar working pressure hoses
connected to the client valves. The hoses are terminated to the sand
collection manifold.

Depending on the progress of the de-sanding operation these connections

may be changed around to ensure removal of the maximum amount of sand
during the operation.

Suitable x-overs will be provided by SCIENTIGE-RBG to ensure safe

attachment of hoses to the client separator drain valves.

2.4.3 Sand Removal and Transfer Configuration

The sand jetting water is pumped through a 1” / ¾” / 5/8” high pressure polyflex
hose which passes through the 3” 40 bar working pressure hardwall hose to
access the vessel. The hydraulic ram is used to advance the water jetting /
agitation nozzle through the 3” hardwall hose, isolation valve, shear valve and
client valve(s) into the vessel.

The fluidised sand from the vessel flows through the annulus between the
polyflex hose and the hardwall hose, to the hydraulic ram, through the side
stream take off to the sand collection manifold.

The sand collection manifold is connected to the AOD by a 2” 40 bar working

pressure hardwall hose.

Manipulation of the valves on the three separator connections will ensure that
he maximum amount of sand is removed

2.4.4 Produced Water Return to Separator

The AOD skid separates sand and oil from the water removed from the
separator and returns the water to the jetting unit for re-injection to the
separator.

Water from the ‘clean water’ side of the sand collection tank is pumped
through a pair of 10 micron fine filters to a plate heat exchanger. The heat
exchanger cools the produced water to 40oC or lower to allow it to be
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pressurized to 200 bar by the jetting unit for re-injection to the separator for
further sand agitation.

The hardwall hoses used to connect the AOD skid to the jetting unit are 3” 10
bar working pressure.

The jetting hoses are rated at 1” / ¾” / 5/8” x 500 bar working pressure.

The working pressure of the jetting system is 200 bar.

Once the 1” hose connects to the hydraulic ram the hose diameter is subject
to variation and is contained within a 3” 40 bar working pressure hardwall
hose.

2.4.5 Sand Disposal Configuration

The diaphragm pump discharging the sand from the sand collection tank is
connected to a pneumatic Scale Reduction Unit by a 2” 10 bar working
pressure hardwall hose.

The pneumatic Scale Reduction Unit shall be located at the most convenient
location agreeable to all parties concerned. The area surrounding the unit will
be designated a controlled area and appropriate barriers and warning signs
shall be posted prior to start of work.

The discharge hose from the Scale Reduction Unit to the sea should be
lowered 20m below sea level.

During sand disposal to sea, no diving operations should be in progress

and platform potable water makers should not be in operation.

2.4.6 Chemical Addition

The initial water fill (6 m3) of the AOD skid will be provided by the platform
and should preferably be either potable or produced water. No chemical
treatment should be required. If any chemical treatment is required, the client
shall supply the chemical itself and all relevant documentation, including
COSHH Assessment and Manufacturers Safety Data Sheets.

If seawater is used as the initial fill then it may require to be treated with a
scale inhibitor and / or oxygen scavenger and / or biocide to prevent adverse
chemical reaction on injection to the separator produced water.
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If the process fluid is NORM contaminated then scale inhibitor may be

required to ensure no deposits are left within the AOD system.

The AOD system is not a sealed unit and therefore oxygen may be absorbed
into oxygen deficient water, which could prove problematic when re-injected to
the separator.

These treatments should be discussed and agreed with the client prior to
mobilisation

De-greaser / De-oiler

To assist the separation of oil, water and sand within the AOD skid, a quantity
of chemical solvent (SCIENTIGE-RBG preferred: AIC Supersolv) is required
to be injected into the AOD skid inlet line. The chemical will be added via
injection pump, CIP2, mounted on the AOD skid.
Client clearance to use this or a substitute chemical must be obtained prior to
deployment.

2.4.7 General Equipment Set-up Considerations

When securing hoses, kinking should be avoided, as this will accelerate wear
of hose during pumping operations. It shall be the responsibility of the Team
Leader to monitor hoses and equipment during operations on an ongoing
basis.

All hoses shall be routed in a manner as to avoid walkways, hot surfaces and
sharp edges as well as minimising tripping hazards wherever possible. If
obstructing a walkway is unavoidable then highlighting tape will be utilised.

The area around the skid will be a restricted area due to the operations thus
restricting access to equipment operators and invited, escorted personnel.

2.5 Online Vessel De-sanding Method

The following method statement has been compiled to describe the use and
operation of the AOD skid and associated equipment. This gives a clear,
unambiguous statement as to how the online de-sanding works should be
carried out.

Prior to online de-sanding operations commencing, the SCIENTIGE-RBG AOD

Team Leader and Client Area Authority should make final checks on the
surrounding areas and equipment.
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The Area Authority can be invited to witness the integrity checking but must be
positioned as directed by the AOD Team Leader to ensure he does not expose
himself to unnecessary danger.

Reference should be made to Appendix 11.5 (AOD Operating Procedure) of this

workpack for detailed skid operating instructions.

Upon issue of the Permit to Work certificate for vessel de-sanding operations the
following procedure shall be followed:-

2.5.1 Equipment Integrity Testing

Carry out the equipment pre operational checks as detailed in Appendix 11.5
(AOD Operating Procedure) of this workpack.

Prior to introducing process fluids to the AOD system the integrity of all hoses,
connections and the skid itself must be demonstrably proven.

All hoses must be connected and connections competently made up.

The de-sanding system (AOD skid, hydraulic ram, sand collection manifold and
jetting unit must be connected and ready for operation.

The sand collection tank should be filled to just below the high level switch with
either fresh water (not necessarily potable water), produced water or sea water.
If using sea water the tank contents should be chemically treated as previously
agreed with the client.

During the integrity checks any leaks should only be rectified once the system
has been depressurised. Check the repair by pressurising the system again.
Following the detailed procedure in the AOD Operating Procedure the AOD skid
should be lined up for recycle mode.

Diaphragm Pump DP1A should be used to take suction from the sand collection
tank, discharging to the three hydrocyclones. The hydrocyclones should be
vented as they fill with water.
The water outlet from hydrocyclone H3 should be closed allowing the diaphragm
pump to reach ‘stall’ pressure. Check all hydrocyclone lines for leakage

Once the hydrocyclones have been successfully integrity tested the cross over
between the hydrocyclone discharge and heat exchanger inlet should be
opened allowing the diaphragm pump to pressurise the fine filters, heat
exchanger and line to the jetting unit. Allow the diaphragm pump to reach ‘stall’
pressure. Check all lines and connections for leaks.
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Rectify any leaks before proceeding further.

DP1A should be S/D and pressure bled from the system on completion of the
test.
The sand outlet lines from the hydrocyclones must be opened prior to starting
centrifugal pumps CF1 and CF2.

The sand collection manifold pressure relief valve will be set at approximately
2.0 barg above the agreed separator pressure for de-sanding operations.

The AOD Team Leader will ensure that the sand collection manifold is routed to
the AOD skid and all valves are fully open. On the skid, BV3, the ESD valve
should be closed

The jetting nozzle shall be energised by starting the jetting unit. By slowly
adjusting the jetting unit bypass valve the pressure in the hose and ram
assembly to BV3 on the AOD skid can be pressurised to the agreed pressure for
de-sanding operations.
All equipment, hoses and connections should be checked for leaks.
Rectify any leaks before proceeding further.
S/D the jetting unit and bleed off the pressure on completion of the integrity
check.

The skid should now be lined up for de-sanding operations.

Diaphragm Pump DP1A should be used to pump to a closed valve at the
Particle Reduction Unit. Allow the pump to reach ‘stall’ pressure.
Check the discharge line for any leaks.
Rectify any leaks before proceeding further.

This completes the integrity check of the de-sanding system.

2.5.2 Flow Establishment

Refer to Appendix 11.5 (AOD Operating Procedure) for detailed skid operating
instructions

During all separator de-sanding operations, radio communication shall be

maintained between the AOD Operators and the Process Control Room.
Regular updates will be communicated to the Process Control Room
during the operation.

Prior to commencing operations, secondary means of communications

shall be established, e.g. locating the nearest telephone and knowing the
number of the Process Control Room.
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Only when the integrity of the temporary hose system has been accepted will
the vessel isolation valves be opened.

Chemical Injection (AIC Supersolv) should be started in the circulation route.

The diaphragm pump, DP1A, should be used to establish flow circulation

around the AOD system. Centrifugal pumps CF1, CF2 and CF3 should be
started establishing pressure and flow capability to the jetting unit.

With the jetting nozzle located within a valve or steel spool (not within a hose
section), the jetting unit should be started and, using the by pass valve, used
to establish the forward flow throughout the system. This flow will be returned
to the AOD skid.
The vessel drain valves on the 3” hose containing the jetting nozzle should
then be opened and the agitation nozzle should be gradually extended and
inserted into the vessel. Sand and/or water will now flow to the AOD skid.
As flow is established diaphragm pump DP1A should be changed from
circulation mode to normal operation mode, being allowed to pump excess
sand / water to the disposal route under tank level control.
As DP1A is changed to normal operation mode the chemical injection should
be re routed to the skid inlet injection point.

2.5.3 Sand Removal

On energisation, the polyflex hose and jetting nozzle is pushed through the
shear valve, client valves and approximately 100mm into the vessel, this
agitates and fluidises the sand / water mixture.

The sand / water mixture flows through the annulus between the polyflex hose
and the hardwall hose to the sand collection manifold and onwards to the AOD
skid. The flow is controlled by the AOD pressure reducing valve (BV1) in
conjunction with the hydrocyclone liner capacity, typically about 400 l/min.

This mode of operation will continue until samples from the hydrocyclone sand
outlet indicate virtually no sand.

At this point one of the adjacent hose connections can be slowly opened up
allowing sand from further along the separator to flow to the AOD. When the
hydrocyclone sand outlet sample again shows very little sand this outlet should
be closed off and (if fitted) the other adjacent hose connection slowly opened.

If these adjacent vessel nozzles are too far from the jetting nozzle for the sand
to be fluidised it may be necessary for the jetting nozzle to be moved to the
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adjacent nozzles. Re-testing of the integrity of the connections will be required if

the nozzle is relocated.

On completion of that part of the de-sanding operation the jetting nozzle should
be retracted to its starting point and the client valves closed. Jetting should
continue for a couple of minutes to ensure that the manifold and hoses are
flushed free of sand.

The jetting unit can now be S/D and manifold and hoses depressurised.

Prior to disconnection of any hoses the integrity of the client vessel drain valves
must be confirmed. Following depressurisation the pressure gauge on the ram
should be monitored for any rise in pressure, indicating a leaking valve.

In the event that there is an indication of the vessel isolations passing, all vessel
isolation valves will be operated one nozzle at a time until complete vessel
isolation is proven.

During the de-sanding operation the vessel flow and pressure will be continually
monitored. The sand collection tank levels and discharge filtration flow will also
be continually monitored.

The AOD skid is fitted with its own S/D system designed to S/D and isolate the
skid from the separator in the event of any parameters exceeding design.
Additionally the skid operator can S/D the skid by operating the Emergency Stop
Button.

In the event of a GPA the power to the skid (via a welding socket) will be
isolated, initiating a skid S/D. Additionally the GPA causes a loss of 110v supply
to the jetting unit and hydraulic ram package. This causes the jetting unit and
hydraulic ram to S/D. On loss of the 110 v supply the hydraulic ram
automatically retracts the nozzle from the vessel, allowing the client valves to be
manually closed.

In the event that the system is to be left unmanned, all vessel drainage isolation
valves will be closed and power supplies to de-sanding equipment isolated.

2.5.4 Sand Collection Tank (within RBDSU 01)

All agitated sand and water is transferred to the AOD system for chemical
treatment and separation by the hydrocyclones.
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The hydrocyclones serve to thoroughly mix the chemical with the dirty sand
causing the oil to be released from the sand as the sand and water are
separated.

The solids are deposited in the sand collection tank. Inside the tank, a weir
plate and baffle arrangement is used to retain the sand in the ‘dirty’ half of the
tank, allowing oil and water to pass over the weir into the ‘clean’ half of the tank.

Within the ‘clean’ half of the tank the oil is skimmed of for return to the drains.

The ‘clean’ water is recycled for use in sand agitation in the separator.

The sand is continuously cleaned and discharged to the disposal point.

Throughout de-sanding operations, an air mover ventilates the sand collection

tank to ensure that the hazardous gasses associated with the sand / water
removed from the separator are vented to a safe area.

Methane and Hydrogen Sulphide gas detectors are incorporated into the AOD
system.
In the event that the amount of associated gas is sufficient to overcome the
ventilation rate the methane gas detector will operate to S/D the skid at 40%
LEL; the H2S detector will operate to S/D the skid at 10 ppm. (Alarms levels are
set at 20% LEL and 5 ppm respectively).

During the vessel de-sanding, close radio contact shall be maintained with the
Process Control Room to ensure that the level within the separator does not
increase / decrease significantly.

In the event there is a significant high liquid level fluctuation within the sand
collection tank, the skid will be S/D by the operation of a High Level Switch.
If the flow to the tank reduces below the rate that is returned to the separator for
sand agitation the skid will be S/D by the operation of a Low Level Switch.

2.5.5 Fines Filtration Unit

Water from the ‘clean’ half of the tank is routed through a duplex 10 micron fine
filter prior to returning to the HP water jetting unit.
During de-sanding operations the filter DP will be monitored, when required the
filters will be changed over. If the filters become blocked they can be changed
independently of each other whilst the AOD is online. NORM contamination
monitoring will be carried out at this stage.
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In the event that the filters are contaminated they will be placed within NORM
logo bags and placed within the confines of the restricted area. On completion of
the de-sanding operations the filters will be washed with all waters being held
within the confines of the filter chamber. The wash waters will be disposed of to
the designated overboard disposal route.

The filters will be monitored and once classed as none contaminated will be
disposed of as within the s waste disposal policy.

2.5.6 Sand Collection Tank – Sand Removal

Regular sampling will be performed throughout the de-sanding operations to

estimate the quantity of sand being discharged by diaphragm pump DP1A.

The estimate of the amount of sand removed from the separator shall be
recorded on the ‘Contaminated Waste Disposal Sheet’; this will be based on the
results of the regular sampling taking place throughout the AOD operation.

All sand and oily water within the sand collection tank shall be cleaned to an
acceptable level as required on the disposal licence, prior to disposal via the
particle reduction unit. All recovered oil will be disposed of to the agreed drains
disposal point.

If necessary, the AOD system will be put on a re-circulating cycle until the
sand has been cleaned to an acceptable level.

To check that the pneumatic scale reduction unit is operating to the correct
legal requirements, a sample of pulverised grit shall be taken by the RPS prior
to NORM disposal operations.

It shall be ensured that any diving operations within the immediate vicinity of
the platform have been suspended and the potable water makers are not
operational during discharge of NORM contaminated material to sea.

All sand and scale removed from the sand collection tank shall be passed
through the scale reduction unit before disposal to sea.

The above process shall be repeated until it is apparent that no more sand is
being removed from the separator.
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2.6 Equipment De-rig

On completion of de-sanding operations, all equipment shall be flushed clean

with water and degreaser prior to back loading to the beach.
The manifold flushing point shall be utilised for flushing of the hose and valves.

Particular care must be taken with the AOD system to ensure that all traces of
sand / scale are removed. Cleaning will continue until monitoring
demonstrates that there is no NORM contamination remaining.

To accomplish this there may be a requirement for vessel entry of the sand
collection tank. If required this will be completed in compliance with the permit
to work system.

The worksite shall be left clean & tidy.

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3 SCIENTIGE-RBG, Client & 3rd Party Interface

Details of all key SCIENTIGE-RBG, Client & 3rd Party interface personnel
specific to this workscope are listed below.

SCIENTIGE-RBG INTERFACE
Job Title Name Contact No. Area of Responsibility
Operations John Walker 01224 SCIENTIGE-RBG – Aqua-Dyne
Manager 215161
Snr Delivery Neale Watson 01224 SCIENTIGE-RBG – Aqua-Dyne
Manager 215137
Delivery Manager Colin 01224 SCIENTIGE-RBG – Aqua-Dyne -
Sherwood 722888 Online Cleaning
Shipping / Logistics John Strother 01224 SCIENTIGE-RBG – R Plant
722888
Group HSEQ John Fraser 01224 SCIENTIGE-RBG – Health and
Manager 722888 Safety Department

CLIENT INTERFACE
Area of
Job Title Name Contact No. Responsibility SCIENTIGE-
RBG Interface

3RD PARTY INTERFACE

Area of
Job Title Name Contact No. Responsibility SCIENTIGE-
RBG Interface
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4. Schedule / Project Plan

4.1 No SCIENTIGE-RBG Project plan has been completed for this scope of
works.
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5. Site Drawings

This section contains detailed list and copy of all drawings associated with the
workscope including issue and revision numbering.

Issue/
Drawing No. Rev Drawing Title
No.
NID-PID-AOD- 0 Advanced Online Desander Process and
001 Instrumentation Diagram
NID-GA-AOD- 0 Advanced Online Desander General Arrangement
001 Drawing
Client drawings showing vessel connections
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6. Materials, Plant & Equipment

A list of all additional materials, plant and equipment required to undertake

this workscope is attached as Appendix 6.1.

The SCIENTIGE-RBG AOD Team Leader is responsible for ensuring all

equipment is regularly maintained and operated strictly in accordance with
manufacturer’s instructions.

He shall also ensure that all items are fit for purpose and comply with the
relevant safety legislation.
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6.1.1 PLANT AND EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS

6.1.2 The AOD Team Leader shall ensure that all equipment is regularly maintained
and operated strictly in accordance with the manufacturer’s printed
instructions. He shall also ensure that the equipment is fit for purpose and
complies with all relevant safety legislation.

6.1.3 Advanced Online De-sanding Package

Description Qty

High Flow Water Jetting Package, including: 1

- Flame trap
- Foot Control Valve
- Spares package
- Certification
- Operating Manual

AOD Skid, including: 1

- Spares package
- Operating Manual
-
-
NORM Waste Transfer Package comprising: 1
- Radiation Contamination monitor (2)
- Radiation dose Rate monitor
- stainless steel deluge shower
- BA full face respirator mask (4)
- Pneumatic Scale Reduction Unit
- 2” Hardwall hose (No. as required)
- 3” Hardwall hose (No. as required)
- Catchment Tray (3)

Air Supply Package 1

Hydraulic Insertion System 1
Plant and Equipment Shipping Container 2
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6.1.4 Equipment Dimensions

Item Width Length Height Weight

High Flow Jetting Unit 2.44m 3.10m 2.44m 7500kg

AOD System (RBDSU01) 3.03m 5.30m 3.11m 8500kg (Dry)
14500kg
(wet)
Plant / Equipment Containers 2.44m 3.10m 2.44m TBC
Pneumatic Scale Reduction Unit 2.00m 1.10m 1.60m 1100kg
Hydraulic Ram 0.40m 2.50m 0.40m 450kg
Hydraulic Power Pack 0.80m 0.80m 1.15m 400kg

6.1.5 Equipment Electrical Requirements

Description Voltage

High Flow Jetting Unit 110 volt shutdown

AOD System (RBDSU01) 440 volt Welding Socket
Hydraulic Power Pack 110 volt shutdown

6.1.6 Equipment Air Consumption

Description

Pneumatic Scale Reduction Unit 30 ft3/min

AOD System (RBDSU01) 3100 ft3/min check this figure!!

6.1.7 Equipment Lay Down Area

Item Lay Down

High Flow Jetting Unit Skid Deck

AOD System (RBDSU01) ANDR A & B
Plant / Equipment Containers ANDR A & B
Pneumatic Scale Reduction Unit ANDR A & B
Hydraulic Power Pack Adjacent to Separator
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7. Personnel
The SCIENTIGE-RBG team will comprise of the following personnel
disciplines;

No. Discipline Shift

1 AOD Team Leader Dayshift
2 AOD Engineer Dayshift
1 AOD Fitter Dayshift

Team Responsibilities

AOD TEAM LEADER

The AOD Team Leader is responsible for;
1. Undertaking the responsibilities associated with the normal duties of the
Radiation Protection Supervisor.
2. To ensure all work carried out by Aqua-Dyne is performed in accordance
with the Local Rules.
3. To control the activities of all persons, whether or not Aqua-Dyne
employees, who have reason to enter the controlled areas designated by
SCIENTIGE-RBG.
4. To supervise the activities of all persons, whether or not Aqua-Dyne
employees, who have reason to enter or remain in the controlled areas
designated by Aqua-Dyne.
5. To supervise all radiation protection measures put in place by Aqua-
Dyne. To restrict the exposure to ionising radiation’s of all persons in the
vicinity of these works.
6. To ensure that Aqua-Dyne employees working at this location are fully
and properly instructed and supervised with regard to the work in hand.
7. To ensure that safety devices, monitoring equipment and emergency
tools are properly maintained and are available and used in accordance
with these Local Rules.
8. To implement contingency procedures in the event of an emergency,
accident or incident involving ionising radiation’s at this location.
9. To advise and consult with the RPA in the event of any change in the
working conditions or working practices occurring which may require a
change or revision to the Local Rules in force for this location.
AOD ENGINEER
The AOD Engineer is responsible for;
1. Completion of work under supervision
2. Waste Handling & transfer under supervision
3. Assisting with work site establishment and maintenance thereafter
4. General Site Cleaning
5. An AOD Engineer will be designated as a Standby Man when vessel
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entry is required.
AOD FITTER
The AOD Fitter is responsible for;
1. As detailed above for the AOD Engineer
2. Set-up / Safety Checks / Function test of plant and equipment
3. Ongoing servicing and maintenance thereafter
4. Performance of plant and equipment
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8. HSE Management

8.1 General Considerations

Prior to any work undertaken general considerations will apply. Refer to

Appendix 8.1.

8.7 Health, Safety & Environment Questionnaire

Prior to workscope commencement, a Health, Safety & Environment

Questionnaire should be completed in full. Refer to Appendix 8.2.

8.3 Site Specific HAZID/HAZOP ‘Checklist/Screening Study’

A copy of the completed client/site specific HAZID/HAZOP ‘checklist/study’ will

be attached within Appendix 8.3 on completion at the worksite.

8.4 Toolbox Talks

In line with The SCIENTIGE-RBG ‘Tool Box Talks’ procedure HSEQP015 (See
Appendix 8.4), the AOD Team Leader will be responsible for performing
regular discipline specific Tool Box Talks. He shall satisfy himself that the
work content and working methods to be adopted are fully understood by all
personnel under his supervision, and obtain signatures from each person
under his control. Items to be discussed during the Toolbox Talk include but
should not be limited to, adjacent operations, manual handling, escape routes,
PPE, specialist tools or procedures and worksite cleanliness. Interim Toolbox
Talks shall be carried out and recorded at the start of each shift change as
well as at regular intervals and it is the responsibility of the Site Supervisor to
ensure that the method statements are still suitable and adequate to the task
in hand.

8.5 COSHH Assessments

Listed below are material/product COSHH assessment sheets required to be

read in full prior to execution of the workscope.

A copy of all referenced assessments are attached to this section under

Appendix 8.5

Material Product
Solvent AIC Supersolv

8.6 Manufacturer Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)

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Manufacturers Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for all materials being
used in this workscope are included as Appendix 8.6.

8.7 Generic & Task Based Risk Assessments

SCIENTIGE-RBG produced Task Risk Assessments relating to all tasks

required to be carried out to complete the workscope are included in Appendix
7.
All Generic Task Risk Assessments should be used in conjunction with any
Task Based Risk Assessments and should be discussed during the Toolbox
Talks onsite.

Document No. Risk Assessments

Risblk. Blank Risk Assessment Form

Risk 004. Manual Handling
Risk 017. Working with Harmful Substances
AQD044 Ultra High/High Pressure Water Jetting
AQD047 Naturally Occurring Radioactive Material (NORM)
AQD092 General Cleaning
AQD119 Non Intrusive Cleaning

Document No. Task Based Risk Assessments

TBRA-AQD-11 AOD Skid Operation

Document No. Proforma

AQD005 Daily Safety Check sheet for HP/UHP Jetting Units

AQD010 Shift Record Sheet for Operations involving NORM
Decontamination
AQD011 Controlled Area Monitoring Diagram
AQD012 Contaminated Waste Disposal Sheet
AQD022 Daily Report
AQD028 Thermoluminescent Dosimeter (TLD) Lost / Damaged
Report Form
AQD031 Employee Performance Review
AQD038 Area Monitoring Diagram
AQD039 Backload Advice
AQD040 Thermoluminescent Dosimeter (TLD) Checklist
AQD052 NORM Reduction Unit Maintenance Report Sheet
AQD094 Controlled Area Entry Control Sheet
AQD097 Supervisor Monitor Checklist
AQD116 Equipment Certificate of Cleanliness
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AQD0123 Daily Safety Checklist

Form 063 Hazardous Substance Work Place Assessment
HSEQF015 Toolbox Talk Record

8.8 Environmental Issues

All environmental issues will be managed in accordance with the SCIENTIGE-

RBG EMS manual (a copy of this document should be held by the
SCIENTIGE-RBG AOD Team Leader). A blank copy of the ‘Hazardous
Substances Acknowledgement Form is attached as Appendix 8.8 to this
section and should be used in conjunction with the Clients worksite specific
procedures.
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8.9 Waste Disposal

All waste should be disposed of as per the Clients Environmental

Management System and the SCIENTIGE-RBG Document No. SPRO99 –
‘Site Waste Management /Packing Obligations and Monitoring’.

The Aqua-Dyne proformas for the discharge to sea of NORM contaminated

scale and sand – AQD054 and Discharge to sea of Oily produced sand -
AQD055, are attached as Appendix 8.9.
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Appendix 8.2
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Health, Safety & Environmental Questionnaire

Job Description Job No.
Platform Advanced Online Non-intrusive Sand
Removal
Completed by Checked by SCIENTIGE-RBG Client Approval
Approval
Colin Sherwood
1.0 Hazard Identification
Complet
e? Comments
Yes/No
Has a client/site specific
Hazard Screening Study No To be completed onsite.
been carried out? (If yes, a
copy should be inserted
under Appendix 8.3)
2.0 Safety Case Impact
Will the ‘Safety Case’ be affected by this work? if YES, Client Yes No
must be formally notified immediately. 
3.0 Safety Criticality Assessment
Answer Yes or No to the following questions. When considering the questions, please
bear in mind that despite isolations, depressurisation, draining and purging, the complete
removal of hydrocarbon liquids, gases and other hazardous substances cannot be
absolutely guaranteed. There is always a possibility of residual materials being released
when breaking joints etc. It is usual that 2 or more positive answers will indicate that a job
is Safety Critical.
Yes No
a) Does the system/equipment contain or has it contained 
hydrocarbons?
b) Does the system/equipment contain or has it contained toxic gas 
or asphyxiating gas?
c) Does the system/equipment contain or has it contained corrosive 
fluid?
d) Does the system/equipment contain or has it contained high- 
pressure fluids or gases?
e) Is high voltage electricity involved? 
f) Does the work involve any complex or heavy lifts? 
g) Does this job involve entry into any confined spaces etc.? 
h) Does this job involve exposure to high or low temperatures? 
i) Is it a low frequency job? 
j) Have there been any incidents when performing similar works? 
k) Is a Standard 3 (single valve) isolation involved? 
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l) Does the work involve or create sources of ignition within a 

hazardous area?
m) Does the work involve multiple trades? 
n) Does the work conflict with Standing Instructions? 
o) Does the work involve working outwith handrails (other than a 
properly approved scaffold)?
p) Is the job weather sensitive (wind, heat, cold, daylight, lightning 
etc.)?
q) Is the work in a remote location? 
r) Does the work affect escape routes or systems? 
s) Will the work inhibit a safety system? 
t) Is the job Safety Critical? 

4.0 Occupational Safety

Yes No
a) Toolbox Talk Planned? (a toolbox talk should be held prior 
to commencement of all works, and if the nature of the job
has changed at any time during the operation).
b) COSHH Assessment Required? (a copy of all COSHH 
assessments should be included under Appendix 8.5 of this
document).
c) Have all isolations been clearly identified within the site 
specific ‘Hazard Identification Checklist / Screening Study’?
(see Appendix 8.3).
d) Is Ionising Radiation involved? e.g. LSA Scale / NORM 
Removal / Radiography?
e) Are any hazardous or other hazardous substances 
involved?
5.0 Environmental
Yes No
a) Will any special waste materials be sent onshore for 
disposal? e.g. sludge, used or unused .
b) Will any LSA / NORM contaminated equipment be returned 
for decontamination prior to servicing or repair?
c) Will the work result in emissions of harmful substances to 
atmosphere? If ‘Yes’ is there any Ventilation required?
d) Will any waste product be disposed of to a drainage system 
(If ‘Yes’ has the UK Prevention of Oil Pollution Act
Exemption Certificate been reviewed)
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If the answer to any of the questions contained in 4.0 or 5.0 above are ‘Yes’ or
‘Don’t Know’, please obtain further advice from the HSE Department.
6.0 Safety Summary
Note: if there are any deviations from the above or if there are any unusual HS&E
issues which need to be highlighted, please consult the HSE Department for further
advice and provide clear details below.
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Appendix 8.3
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8.3 Site Specific HAZID/HAZOP ‘Checklist/Screening Study’

8.3.1 A copy of the completed client/site specific HAZID/HAZOP

‘checklist/study’ will be attached within Appendix 8.3 on completion at
the worksite.
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Appendix 8.4
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Appendix 8.5
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Appendix 8.6
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Appendix 8.7
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Appendix 8.8
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Appendix 8.9
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9. Quality Control/Working Procedures

All works will be undertaken strictly in accordance with the Scope of Work /
Method Statement detailed in Section 2 of this document and the following
Operational & Safety Procedures.

9.1 Operations Procedures

The following SCIENTIGE-RBG Operational Procedures relating to the work

scope / programme will be held by the senior SCIENTIGE-RBG Supervisor on
all work sites.

Document No. Title

QP/OPS/007 NORM Scale Removal and Disposal Offshore

QP/OPS/009 NORM Scale Reduction Unit – Particle Size Control
QP/OPS/014 High Pressure Water Jetting Incorporating Ultra High
Pressure Water Jetting for Offshore Works
QP/OPS/022 Procedure for Manual Handling
QP/OPS/028 Manual Handling
QP/OPS/029 Local Rules for Working with NORM Offshore

9.2 Safety Procedures

The following SCIENTIGE-RBG Safety Procedures are attached as Appendix

9.2 to this section;

Document No. Title

HSEQP004 Continuous Improvement

HSEQP009 Incident Reporting and Investigation
HSEQP014 Task Based Risk Assessment
HSEQP015 Tool Box Talks (See Section 8.4)
HSEQP017 COSHH - Use of Chemical Products
HSEQP018 Control of Dangerous Substances and Explosive
Atmospheres
HSEQP030 Protective Clothing and Equipment
HSEQP048 Materials Handling and Storage

9.3 Inspection/Acceptance Reports

N/A

9.4 Continuous Improvement

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A blank copy of the SCIENTIGE-RBG ‘Continuous Improvement’ is included

as Appendix 9.4 of this section.

9.5 Acceptance Certification

A blank copy of the SCIENTIGE-RBG ‘Acceptance Certificate’ is included as

Appendix 9.5 of this section.

This certificate must be formally approved by the Client on the successful

completion of the workscope and inserted back into Appendix 9.5 of the
document as part of the workpack closeout process.
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Appendix 9.1
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Appendix 9.2
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Appendix 9.3
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Appendix 9.4
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Appendix 9.5
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10. Workpack Completion

After the successful completion of the workscope and when in receipt of a

confirmed client approved ‘Acceptance Certificate’ the Workpack Close Out
Form WPK002 should be jointly completed by both the AOD Team Leader and
the SCIENTIGE-RBG Delivery Manager – Online Cleaning.
It is recommended that this report be completed at the Workpack Close-Out
Meeting.

In order to complete the ‘Workpack Closeout Process’ a copy of the

‘Workpack Completion Report’ Form WPK001 must be filed back into the
Workpack under Appendix 10.1
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Appendix 10.1
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11. Appendices

11.1 Original Work Order / Request / Site Instruction

The original Work Order/Request/ Client Instruction etc. should be attached to

this section under Appendix 11.1.

11.2 Qualifications

Where applicable any qualifications/conditions to the proposed workscope

should be filed under Appendix 11.2 of this section.

11.3 Variations

Where applicable any variations to the original Work Order/Request should be

filed under Appendix 11.3 to this section.

11.4 Job Cards

Where requested, Client specific job cards should be completed and

maintained under Appendix 11.4 of this document.
Blank SCIENTIGE-RBG job cards may also be attached under Appendix 11.4
for convenience.

11.5 AOD System Operational Procedure

The operational procedure for use with the AOD system has been attached
under Appendix 11.5 for reference prior to and during system operation.
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Appendix 11.1
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Appendix 11.2
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11.2 QUALIFICATIONS

11.2.1 Client to provide the initial fill of the AOD system, approx 6m 3 fresh or
produced water. If sea water is to be used and chemical treatment is required,
the client should specify dosage and provide the chemical for treatment

11.2.2 SCIENTIGE-RBG Aqua-Dyne to carry out all necessary sampling during

cleaning operations. These will then be on passed to the Safety Department.

11.2.3 Client to provide 110v ESD tie in to shutdown system for the Jetting Unit, and
hydraulic power pack. Client to provide the 440v supply (welding socket) to
power the AOD skid.

11.2.4 SCIENTIGE-RBG Aqua Dyne to ensure all equipment that requires lifting
slings are supplied with full certification.

11.2.5 Client to provide scaffold services for hose carrier over walkways as required.

11.2.6 Client to confirm the requirement for any scale inhibitor, oxygen scavenger or
other chemical and, if required, provide them for use by the AOD operating
team.
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Appendix 11.3
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Appendix 11.4
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Appendix 11.5
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ATTACHMENT II
– AOD BROCHURES

Please refer to PDF files

1. brochure-1 adv. online desander - AQUA-

DYNE.pdf
2. brochure-2 adv. online desander - AQUA-
DYNE.pdf
3. brochure-3 adv. online desander - AQUA-
DYNE.pdf
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ATTACHMENT III
– P&ID & GENERAL ARRANGEMENT

Please refer to PDF files

1. DRAWING-1 nid-ga-aod-001 rev 0.pdf

2. DRAWING-2 nid-pid-aod-001 rev 0.pdf

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3. ATTACHMENT IV
– AOD SKID PHOTO
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AOD SKID PHOTO 1 – side view

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AOD SKID PHOTO 2 – side view

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AOD SKID PHOTO 1 – control

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ATTACHMENT V
- CONNECTION TO CLIENT VESSEL
& RISK ASSESMENT MODEL
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Connection to Client Vessel and Risk Assessment Model….

Connection to Client Vessel
Online Desanding requires connection of hoses to the client vessel drain valve(s)
while the separator remains ‘live’.

Once the connection points are identified from P&ID’s and confirmed by site survey if
required, an assessment of the process situation is carried out and the result of the
assessment gives a recommendation of the required isolation. This recommendation
is compared to the existing isolation arrangement and a decision is taken to accept
the existing isolation (subject to valve integrity confirmation) or to upgrade the
isolation in line with the assessment recommendation.

The assessment model used is based upon the Oil Industry Advisory Committee
document “The safe isolation of plant and equipment”.

Once the connection specification(s) are identified suitable x-overs and / or joints are
identified to ensure safe connection between the client facility and the SCIENTIGE-
RBG temporary equipment.

The model and assessment worksheet are detailed in the following pages:
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Connection to Client Vessel and Risk Assessment Model….

The Assessment Model:

Situation Substanc Pressur Line Frequenc Duration

e e Size y

Effects Matrix Release Time Matrix

Matrix

EFFECTS RELEASE TIME

FACTOR FACTOR FACTOR

CALCULATE
Hazard factor = Effects x Release x
Time

SELECTION

ISOLATION
METHOD

Situation, Substance, Pressure, Line Size, Frequency and Duration are defined and
derived for each situation in the following tables:
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Situation:
Type Description Typical Examples
Onshore Offshore
A Congested or confined Crude distiller unit,Compression
equipment or >20 people at risk. catalytic cracker module heavily
Offshore there is the potential for plant. Village or populated with
escalation resulting in the need town within range pipework and
for platform evacuation. of toxic effects. objects of box type
construction.
B Open process storage or Treater Unit, LPG Module containing
product transfer plant or 11-20 spheres, road car large cylindrical
people at risk. Offshore open or loading gantry. vessels, such as
less congested modules where separators, widely
explosion hazard is minimal or separated.
escalation beyond the
immediate area is unlikely. Large
fire with the potential for local
damage and multiple fatalities.
C Storage area or 6-10 people at Tank Farm, Wellhead modules
risk. Offshore an area where gas pumping manifold, or other non
is unlikely to accumulate to unprotected enclosed spaces
hazardous levels with minor fires control room or open on two or
contributing the highest risk. outside workers more sides.
within range of
toxic effects.
D Few items of equipment in an Isolated Modules
open area or 3 to 5 people at pumphouse. containing
risk. Offshore utility systems with temperature or
the potential to cause fatalities high pressure
or structural damage. utility systems or
corrosive
substances.
E Remote single items or 1 or 2 Remote pump or
people at risk. Offshore minor vessel.
fires which are easily contained.
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Substance:
Type Description
1 Toxic gasses e.g. HF, Cl2, SO2, H2S, HCN, HCl, CO.
Note: Toxic liquids such as Cl2 and SO2 require special treatment since
leaks may cause toxic effects over a wide area. In such cases the highest
standard of isolation should be employed.
2 LPG, NGL or flammables above a temperature where more than 50%
weight would flash on release. Material above auto ignition temperature.
3 Flammable liquids above their flashpoint.
4 Flammable gasses.
5 Flammable liquids below their flashpoint
6 Other hazardous fluids, e.g. steam, high temperature or low temperature
(cryogenic) fluids, corrosives, acids, asphyxiants, etc.
7 Non hazardous substances. (Note that substances such as water and
nitrogen may be hazardous in some situations)
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Effects Matrix:
Situation
Substance A B C D E
Type
1 10 10 9 8 7
2 9 8 5 4 3
3 8 6 4 3 2
4 5 4 3 2 1
5 4 3 2 1 1
6 3 2 1 1 1
7 1 1 1 1 1

Release Matrix:
System Pressure
Line size > 100 barg > 50 barg > 20 barg > 10 barg </= 10 barg
>/= 8” 10 8 6 5 4
6” 8 6 5 4 3
4” 6 4 3 3 2
2” 4 3 2 2 1
</= 1” 3 2 2 1 1

Time Matrix:
Duration
Frequency < 1 Shift > 1 Shift > 7 days
Daily 10 10 -
Weekly 7 10 -
Monthly 3 7 10
Annually 2 3 7
Occasionally 1 2 3

‘Hazard’ Factor = ‘Effects’ x ‘Release’ x ‘Time’

The result is a score between 1 (trivial consequence) and 1000 (disastrous
consequence).
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Connection to Client Vessel and Risk Assessment Model….

Selection of Isolation Method:
Hazard Factor Isolation Method Reference No.
</= 30 Single valve Method 1
31 - 150 Double valve Method 2
151 - 450 Double block and bleed Method 3
451 - 600 Single valve, spade and Method 4
bleed
> 600 Double block, bleed and Method 5
spade
Methods 1 – 5 refer to diagrams in the original document showing the required
arrangements for valves, spades, bleeds and pressure monitoring points.

… “only use gate, plug, globe or ball type valves which provide a reliable, positive
tight shut off seal for isolations of hazardous substances. Flow Control Valves and
butterfly type valves are generally suitable only for non-hazardous substances, as
they may not always provide a tight shut off. In general, non-return valves are not
suitable for use in isolations unless the valve is designed to close against the
pressure which is to be protected and can be positively locked closed in that
position. If a suitable non-return valve is to be used in an isolation it should always
be pressure tested to at least the maximum anticipated differential pressure.”
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Connection to Client Vessel and Risk Assessment Model….

Isolation Risk Assessment Work Sheet

Scenario Description:

Situation Substance Effects score

Line Size System Release score

Pressure

Frequency Duration Time score

Hazard
Effect x Release x Time = Factor

x x =

Required Isolation Method:

</= 30 Single Valve
31 – 150 Double Valve
151 – 450 Double Block & Bleed
451 – 600 Single Valve, Spade & Bleed
>600 Double Block, Bleed & Spade

Does design / as built meet the isolation

standard?

Comment:

Assessment Date:
by:
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ATTACHMENT VI
- INDICATIVE CHARGES
**Note: Document for indicative charges – will be made available upon request and after
performing the Project/User Requirement Study – PRS
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ATTACHMENT VII
- SUCCESS STORY
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Development and Deployment Record for the SCIENTIGE-RBG Ltd De-

Sanding System

Introduction

This document is intended to provide a demonstration of the increasing level of

SCIENTIGE-RBG Ltd competence in the field of process separator de-sanding
operations.

Throughout the development of the North Sea oil and gas reserves a number of
fields were seen to be potential sand producers, appropriate facilities were
included in the initial developments to cater for this. However some of these
'sand flushing' arrangements proved to be of questionable benefit once put into
operation. Improving environmental standards have overtaken the capabilities of
such older systems.

Many of the North Sea developments have provided the infrastructure base for
further developments in the field areas using the existing facilities on the
platform. These further developments have not always had optimum design host
facilities.

The resultant effect is that a number of field developments now have the problem
of sand accumulations in the separators with either no permanent sand removal
facility or a facility which may be of questionable quality when discharging the
sand to sea.

In response to the recognition of this problem and invovement in the manual

clean out of separators, dealing with the associated hazards and recognising the
costs to the Operator, SCIENTIGE-RBG Ltd developed the capability for a Non
Intrusive Sand Removal System.

From its initial inception the system has evolved with experience of deployments,
resulting in both hardware improvements and laterly in improvements to the
documentation relating to and supporting the system.

In order to provide potential clients with the assurance that SCIENTIGE-RBG Ltd
are able to deploy a 'Competent System' this document addresses the
development of the De-Sanding concept in two ways:

- how the system interfaces with the client process, how sand is removed from
the separator and how the sand is subsequently handled prior to disposal.
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- how the sand handling equipment has developed, which is the focus of
SCIENTIGE-RBG Ltd promotional literature.

It is hoped that this will help SCIENTIGE-RBG Ltd Management in deciding how
the system is introduced to potential clients.

Before a client allows the system to be deployed on an asset they require to be

assured that the system is competently engineered, that SCIENTIGE-RBG Ltd
know what is being deployed and hence the client knows what he is receiving
and that all changes to the equipment are properly considered, assessed and
approved with all related documentation being updated.

This document is intended to demonstrate that that process has been adhered to
in the development and evolution of the De-Sanding system.

**Note: Please Refer To Excel File / Attachment Given – Sci-Rbg Success

Story.Xls
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ATTACHMENT VIII –
CASE STUDY
- SHELL’S GANNET PLATFORM
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