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RISK RANKING: LOW

HAZARD ASSESSMENT:

HAZARD POTENTIAL EFFECTS CONTROL

1. Improper use of tools or
using faulty tools.
2. Physical strain.
1. Worker could suffer
personal injury if not using
tools properly.
2. Back or muscle strain
as a result of improper
lifting technique.
1. Use proper PPE and
follow procedures on use
of tools.
2. Use lifting equipment
or use buddy system for
two man lifts.

SAFETY EQUIPMENT:

Safety Glasses with side shields, hard hat, steel toe boots, FR Clothing, gloves, personal gas
monitor and torque wrench.

SAFETY NOTE:
Hydrocarbon products are very susceptible to leaking through improperly fastened joints.
Personnel shall adhere to the following instructions to determine all connections are properly
fastened and free of leaks. These instructions are intended for all replacement work as well
as new additions or constructions.

PROCEDURE:

1 . Flanges: all flanges shall be inspected for imperfections and damage such as lateral
scores and dents across the gramophone finish. If any flanges are found to be damaged;
they must be replaced, especially during new construction or additions.

2. Gaskets: shall be inspected for flattened area, tears, breaks and other imperfections that
could cause leaking joints. Any gasket found damaged shall be rejected and a
replacement provided.

3. Bolts, studs and nuts: Those require replacing or for any additions or new construction
shall be as per the grade stipulated on drawings. All bolt and stud threads shall be
inspected for imperfections such as flattened threads, broken threads, cross threads, etc.
Nuts shall be similarly checked for thread damage. Ensure that the nuts run down the bolt
or stud freely; replace any damaged or unfit pieces.

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4. Lubricants: applied to the bolt or stud threads, nut threads and nut faces shall be of the
proper and correct type. For NGL piping systems the recommended lubricant is Jet-Lube
Nikal or equivalent.

5. Threaded fittings, nipples and valves: shall have all threads inspected for imperfections
and damage such as scoring, flats, broken or cross threading, etc. Reject or replace all
damaged fittings. Apply one wrap of Teflon tape to all male ends of any threaded
connections (Loctite Teflon Thread Sealant #59231 or #59241 or equivalent is
recommended). This is followed by applying SWAK or equivalent thread dope on top on
the wrap of Teflon tape to the leading threads of the fittings prior to fastening the item in its
intended location. Where certain valves are supplied with stainless steel bodies and
threads, take due care and attention to ensure that threads or any adjoining carbon steel
threaded connections are not damaged or scored by the stainless steel threads. The stainless
steel connection does not require as much torque applied to make a tight leak free connection
as the equivalent carbon steel threaded connection.

6. Assembly of flanged connections shall use the following sequence to make a tight leak
free joint:
. Ensure all flanges, gaskets, bolts, studs and nuts are free of dirt, mud, grit, etc.
. Bring flanges together ensuring there is sufficient gap to install the gasket. Flanges shall
be aligned so that there is not any hi-low between the mating flange faces.
. Ensure that the bolts, studs and nuts have been lubricated.
. Install two or three bolts near the bottom of the flange to receive and cradle the gasket.
. Install gasket between the flanges.
. Install remainder of the bolts and studs.
. Tighten all nuts to finger tightness. Center the studs between the nuts so that an equal
number of threads extend past the nut on each side of the connection.
. Tighten bolts or studs starting first at the 12 oclock position, 6 oclock position, 3 oclock
position, 9 oclock position. Then alternating out, remember when you tighten one bolt or
stud you then must tighten the one directly across from it.
Tighten bolts or studs in the 12, 6, 3 and 9 oclock positions using 25% of required torque.
Tighten the remaining bolts or studs in sequence to 50% of required torque.
Tighten all bolts or studs in sequence to 75% of required torque.
Tighten all bolts or studs in sequence to 100% of required torque.

Note: If the flanges are difficult to align and it becomes necessary to use the bolts or studs
to bring the flanges together, all bolts or studs and nuts shall be replaced with new ones
after the initial bolt-up has been made. Follow the same steps as previously detailed in this
procedure to fasten the connection the second time.

The following shows recommended bolt-up specifications and bolt or stud loadings.
7. Torque and Stretch Specifications for Flanged Joints
Requirement: 40% ofyield unless otherwise specified.
Stud/bolt material L.7 10500 psi yield strength.

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To achieve correct torque, lubrication of studs/bolts, nuts must be done as per
specifications.
If nuts/bolts are inspected and lubricated, flanges and gaskets inspected and torque is re-checked for
relaxation after 24 hours, leaking joints should be eliminated.
Lubrication must be stressed as a most important phase of assembly.
Non-lubricated joints can affect torque by as much as 50%.
Stretch readings need only be used to verify torque calculations.
Torque tolerance of plus 10% can be used on all joints.

150 lb. Flanges

8. Size Bolts Size Stretch Torque ft/lbs
.0028 36
1 1/2 .0028 36

1 1/2 .0028 36

2 5/8 .0036 74

6 3/4 .0053 131

12 7/8 .0061 212

300 Lb. Flanges

Size Bolts Size Stretch Torque ft/lbs
1/2 5/8 .0036 74

3/4 5/8 .0036 74

1 5/8 .0036 74

2 5/8 .0036 74

3 3/4 .0049 131

4 3/4 .0053 131

6 3/4 .0053 131

8 7/8 .0061 212

10 1 .0066 318

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12 1 1/8 .0073 466

14 1 1/8 .0080 466

16 1 .0090 656

18 1 .0100 656

20 1 .0100 656

24 1 1/2 .0100 1174

600 lb. Flanges

Size Bolts Size Stretch Torqueft/Ibs
5/8 .0036 74

1 5/8 .0036 74

1 1/2 3/4 .0036 74

2 5/8 .0049 131

4 7/8 .0061 212

6 1 .0066 318

8 1 1/8 .0073 466

10 1 .0090 656

12 1 .0100 656

14 1 3/8 .0100 890

16 1 1/2 .0140 1174

18 1 5/8 .0140 1514

20 1 5/8 .0140 1514

24 1 7/8 .0140 2376

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