Lay Up Procedure

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TABLE OF CONTENT
1 Purpose ............................................................................................................................................. 4
2 Scope ................................................................................................................................................. 4
3 References ........................................................................................................................................ 4
4 Definition .......................................................................................................................................... 5
5 Responsibilities ................................................................................................................................. 5
6 Operatives ......................................................................................................................................... 6
7 Lay Up Procedure .............................................................................................................................. 6
8 General Procedure- Dry Lay-Up ........................................................................................................ 7
9 Documentation ................................................................................................................................. 8
10 Attachments...................................................................................................................................... 8
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1 Purpose
This procedure should be read in conjunction with Saudi Aramco

Engineering Standards and proceed whichever is more stringent considering
the requirements of the project.
2 Scope
This procedure covers the requirements to prevent corrosion due to oxygen

(air) ingress and to prevent microbially induced corrosion. Lay-up
procedures shall prevent oxygen ingress except as specifically allowed in the
standard.
The purpose of this procedure is to establish of the sequences of operation

and does not replace contractual specification for the installations of Fire
Sprinkler and Fire Fighting Piping.
3 References
The current editions of the following documents have been referenced in the
preparation of this procedure and shall be considered a part of this
procedure as applicable.
3.1 Project Technical specifications. SK-MEC001, Rev. 0

3.2 Saudi Aramco Engineering Standards.
• SAES-A-007; Hydrostatic Testing Fluids and Lay-Up Procedures
3.3 Saudi Aramco Engineering Procedures.
• SAEP-327; Disposal of Wastewater from Cleaning, Flushing, and
Dewatering Pipelines and Vessels
3.4 Saudi Aramco Typical Inspection Plan
• SATIP-A-004-02; Hydrostatic Testing of On-Plot Piping
3.5 Saudi Aramco Inspection checklist
• SAIC-A-2007; Review Procedure - Lay-up of Piping Systems or Vessels
All related Fire Sprinkler Piping and Fire Fighting System Works.
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4 Definition
NCR: Non-Conformance Report

PQR: Procedure Qualification Record
WPS: Welding Procedure Specification
WQS: Welder Qualification Status
WTP: Weld Tracking Program
QCW: Quality Control
PPE: Personal Protective Equipment
NDE: Non-Destructive Testing
ASME: American Society of Mechanical Engineer
QA/QC: Quality Assurance / Quality Control
EHS: Environmental Health and Safety
5 Responsibilities
The responsibilities of the staff are as follows.
5.1 Site Engineer

5.1.1 Shall be responsible for execution of this procedure, monitoring
and control of activities pertaining to mechanical installation
and its component, compliance with EHS procedure.
5.1.2 Coordinate and cooperate with other disciplines involved in the
project to insure the testing will run smoothly and safely.
5.2 QA/QC Inspector

5.2.1 Shall be responsible for assurance of approval method and
material are being used and conformance of the specification.
5.2.2 Stage inspection and surveillance in accordance with ITP and
assurance of quality of work as per specification.
5.3 Site Supervisor

5.3.1 Shall supervise the Fire Fighting components installation works
and ensure the compliance with established construction
schedule and project requirements.
5.3.2 Shall ensure that all site activities are performed in
environmentally safe and responsible manner in accordance
with EHS Department.
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5.4 Safety Officer

5.4.1 Shall be responsible for any unsafe conditions on the workplace
and liaise with field supervisor insuring that the work is carried
out as per approved project EHS plan.
5.4.2 Shall be responsible for the implementation of the EHS
procedure before and during the execution of installations of
Fire Fighting Systems Erection equipment.
6 Operatives
6.1 Mechanical Engineers
6.2 Mechanical Supervisors
6.3 Piping Technician/Labors
6.4 Scaffolders
6.5 Tools and Equipment’s

6.5.1 Power Tools and equipment’s
• Air Compressor with drier
• Pressure relief valves
• Pressure Gauge
6.5.2 Hand Tools
• Measuring Tape
• Pipe wrench
• Screw Driver
7 Lay Up Procedure
Equipment and Piping must be laid-up after hydrotesting unless it can be
ensured that it will be returned to service within 30 days from the first
introduction of hydrotest water to the system.
This procedure shall be approved and agreed on by PMT, Proponent and

Inspections Agency.
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8 General Procedure- Dry Lay-Up

8.1 Dry lay-up may be achieved using hot dry air.
8.2 Dry lay-up using hot or dew point controlled air may only be used for
systems where the dew point can be successfully reached within 1
week. Longer drying periods using air may contribute to the
generation of excessive quantities of corrosion products in lines.
Therefore, dry lay-up using air is only appropriate for systems that
can be easily dried. One means to assure effective drying within the
required time is to limit the length of the system being hydrotested at
one time.
8.3 Remove the hydrotest water from the system.
8.4 When seawater or similar high salinity water has been used as the
hydrotest media, remove salts from the metal surface by rinsing with
a low-salinity water containing less than 4,500 ppm total dissolved
solids. The use of seawater/high salt hydrotest water in facilities
under the responsibility of Saudi Aramco and must be approved and
agreed on by PMT, Proponent and Inspections Agency.
8.5 If at all possible, hydrotests should be performed with the valves
removed from the line. However, if this is not possible, valves must be
carefully dewatered.
8.6 As the final stage of the dewatering process, remove water from
pipeline valves and all other valves that may be damaged by trapped
hydrotest water by blowing through the top drain with nitrogen and
displacing fluid out of the bottom of the valve. Do not open or close
valve during this dewatering sequence. When the bulk of the water
has been removed, blow dry air through the pipeline.
8.7 Immediately after dewatering, start drying the system to a dew point
that will ensure a dew point of -1°C or less at the final lay-up pressure
at all exit points. Dry by blowing heated dry air through the system
for not less than 12 hours to allow any remaining moisture to come to
equilibrium with the dry air. Check and ensure that all measurement
locations are at or below the required dew point. Repeat the drying
procedure if the measured dew point at any one location is above the
set limit.
8.8 When the required dew point is reached, pressurize the system with
Dry air to the final lay-up pressure. The system shall be maintained
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at a positive pressure of at least 30 PSI. The dew point at the final lay-
up pressure must be lower than -1°C.
9 Documentation
This document is distributed by the Site QC Inspector to all the involved site
personnel. The original issue of this procedure will be kept by the Quality
Assurance Department.
The QA/QC Department shall be responsible for collection and preservation

of QA/QC documentation. This shall be monitored by QA/QC Inspector.
10 Attachments
• SATIP-A-004-02; Hydrostatic Testing of On-Plot Piping
• SAIC-A-2007; Review Procedure - Lay-up of Piping Systems or Vessels
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SAUDI ARAMCO ID/PID - 17-Mar-2016 - REV. 2015.07.00 (Standards Cutoff - July 2015) Rev. 2015.07.00 31-Jul-15
SATIP No. APPROVED DATE DISCIPLINE:
SAUDI ARAMCO TYPICAL INSPECTION PLAN
Hydrostatic Testing of On-Plot Piping SATIP-A-004-02 17-Mar-16 MECHANICAL
PROJECT TITLE: WBS/BI/JO/NO. CONTRACTOR/SUBCONTRACTOR
PROJECT INSPECTION RESPONSIBILITY

ITEM QUALITY QUALITY ASSIGNMENTS
PHASE & TASK / ACTIVITY REMARKS
NO. PROCEDURE RECORD SAUDI
Activity Code CNTRCTR
ARAMCO
1.0 DOC REVIEW SPECIAL PROCESS (PRESSURE TESTING) REQUIRES BEST QUALITY PRACTICE, CPI & EFFICIENT METHODS IN PROCEDURES. PROPOSE BEST METHODS.
1.1 Hydrostatic Testing Procedure SAIC-A-2001 SAIC-A-2001 RH RH Submit Sample Test Pkg & Procedure together
Submit Sample Test Package & Pressure Testing

1.2 Review of Test Package Preparation SAIC-A-2003 SAIC-A-2003 RH R
Procedure together, *See Notes 1 & 6
1.3 Re-Instatement Procedure SAIC-A-2006 SAIC-A-2006 RH RH Required Per SAEP-1160, Section 8
1.4 Lay-Up Procedure SAIC-A-2007 SAIC-A-2007 RH RH
Line Flushing or Internal Cleanliness This is in conjunction with SATIP-L-350-01 or the

1.5 SAIC-L-2001 SAIC-L-2001 RH RH
Procedure applicable piping/equipment SATIP.
2.0 MAT'L RECV
Verification of Testing Media for

2.1 SAIC-A-2008 SAIC-A-2008 RH R Use SATR-A-2014 & Utilize SAIC-A-2007 reqmts
Hydrostatic Testing (Water Quality)
3.0 APPLICATION
Use SATR-A-2007 In Conjunction with applicable

3.1 Pre-Test Punch Listing SAIC-A-2010 SAIC-A-2010 H H
piping/equip SATIP
Use SATR-A-2008 In Conjunction with applicable
3.2 Internal Cleanliness and/or Flushing SAIC-L-2017 SAIC-L-2017 H H
piping/equip SATIP
Verification of Testing equipment Safety Assessment can be performed along with
3.3 SAIC-A-2009 SAIC-A-2009 H W
(including safety reqmts) SAIC-A-2011.
Use SATR-A-2001 SATR-A-2002 SATR-A-2003

SATR-A-2004 SATR-A-2005 SATR-A-2006 Forms
3.4 Verification of Test Preparation SAIC-A-2011 SAIC-A-2011 H W SATR-A-2003 & SATR-A-2004 shall be used for 24-
hr recorded hydrostatic test on UG piping or piping
with joints covered before test.
3.5 Filling & Pressurization SAIC-A-2013 SAIC-A-2013 W S
3.6 Visual Inspection at Test Pressure SAIC-A-2015 SAIC-A-2015 H H Use SATR-A-2001
Pneumatic Testing of Reinforcing pads

3.7 SAIC-A-2016 SAIC-A-2016 W W Use SATR-A-2010, SAIC-A-2021, SAIC-A-2023
covering Pressure containing Welds
3.8 De-Pressurization & Water Disposal SAIC-A-2017 SAIC-A-2017 H W
Saudi Aramco: Company General Use

SATIP No. APPROVED DATE DISCIPLINE:
SAUDI ARAMCO TYPICAL INSPECTION PLAN
Hydrostatic Testing of On-Plot Piping SATIP-A-004-02 17-Mar-16 MECHANICAL
PROJECT TITLE: WBS/BI/JO/NO. CONTRACTOR/SUBCONTRACTOR
INSPECTION RESPONSIBILITY
4.0 POST- TEST
Use SATR-A-2001V & SAIC-L-2042 Demonstrate

Water Removal from Valve Cavities,
effective preservation/corrosion control in
4.1 Corrosion Control after Testing SAIC-L-2041 SAIC-L-2041 W W
conjunction with approved cleaning & lay-up
(In-line Tested Valves)
procedures for valves tested in the line.
4.2 Lay-Up Inspection SAIC-A-2018 SAIC-A-2018 H H Use SATR-A-2009 & SATR-A-2014
Complete SATR-A-2007, Use SATR-A-2011 &

SATR-A-6133 - Verify Reinstatement Completion &
4.3 Re-Instatement Inspection SAIC-A-2006 SAIC-A-2006 H H
Certify Test Pkg. Transfer Incomplete items to 6133
Feil for Piping System close-out.
GENERAL NOTES
The first three incidents of each Inspection or testing activity listed require 100 % participation by Saudi Aramco Site Inspection Personnel. After this period, Saudi Aramco Inspection may adjust the
1 levels of Saudi Aramco participation based upon the Contractor’s performance.
2 Surveillance: QA/QC organization to monitor work in progress without notice from Construction Organization.
Witness: QA/QC organization shall be notified of the timing of Inspection or test in advance. However, the inspection or test shall be performed as scheduled if the QA/QC organization
3 representative is not present.
4 Hold: QA/QC organization shall be notified of the timing of inspection or test in advance. Inspection or test shall not be carried out without the QA/QC organization representative in attendance.
5 If the Main Contractor delegates the assigned responsibility to the Subcontractor, then the Main Contractor will have the same degree of responsibility as assigned to Saudi Aramco.
For Test Package Preparation & review on large projects, each new system designed for testing is thoroughly reviewed & approved. All subsequent packages within a given system shall be built
6 following the "Copy & Paste" theme for Test Package efficiency and then R1 (Contractor) & R2 (Company Sample Review of documents) Inspection may be performed.
LEGEND
H 100% Hold Point for QC Inspection or Test. R Review of Documents
W Witness Inspection/Test RH Review and Approval of Documents
S Surveillance I 100% Contractor Inspection

SAIC NUMBER DATE APPROVED QR NUMBER
SAUDI ARAMCO INSPECTION CHECKLIST
Review Procedure - Lay-up of Piping Systems or Vessels SAIC-A-2007 17-Mar-16 MECH-
PROJECT TITLE WBS / BI / JO NUMBER CONTRACTOR / SUBCONTRACTOR
EQUIPMENT ID NUMBER(S) EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION EQPT CODE SYSTEM ID. PLANT NO.
LAYOUT DRAWING NUMBER REV. NO. PURCHASE ORDER NUMBER EC / PMCC / MCC NO.
SCHEDULED INSPECTION DATE & TIME ACTUAL INSPECTION DATE & TIME QUANTITY INSP. MH's SPENT TRAVEL TIME
SAUDI ARAMCO USE ONLY
SAUDI ARAMCO TIP NUMBER SAUDI ARAMCO ACTIVITY NUMBER WORK PERMIT REQUIRED?
SAUDI ARAMCO INSPECTION LEVEL CONTRACTOR INSPECTION LEVEL
ITEM
ACCEPTANCE CRITERIA REFERENCE PASS FAIL N/A RE-INSP DATE
No.
A General Requirements
Lay-Up Procedure or Method Statement shall be project specific and
Sch Q,
A1 identified in Project Quality Plan. (SPECIAL CONSTR. PROCESS).
Para. 3.1
Note Significant changes to SAES-A-007 (July 2012)
As SAES-A-007 is intended to be a procedure guide, the Contractor shall SAES-A-007,

A2 copy and paste as much of the document as applicable into any Section 1
procedures to be submmited to Saudi Aramco for review/ approval. Scope
Procedure covers SAES-A-007 General Reqmts regarding:

A) Water Quality SAES-A-007,
A3
B) Planning & System Design for Lay Up Section 4
See Attachment 1
B CARBON STEEL & LOW ALLOY (P-No. 3/4/5) PRESSURE PIPING SYSTEM LAY-UP (See Section C for Specific Applications)
Procedure details Treatment of Hydrostatic Test Water:

When the equipment contact time with hydrotest water may exceed 14
days, an approved oxygen scavenger (see Appendix. 1) shall be added
to the hydrostatic test water. Treat the water before it enters the system.
SAES-A-007,
B1 Use batching scrapers and/or a slug of nitrogen to separate the air in the
Para. 5.1
system from coming in contact with treated water, and then fill systems
with water injecting sufficient oxygen scavenger to maintain its residual
concentration at greater than 20 ppm & an oxygen concentration of less
than 10 ppb.
Procedure meets/addresses/details the following requirements:

A) Equipment must be laid-up after hydrotesting unless it can be
ensured that it will be returned to service within 30 days from the first
introduction of hydrotest water to the system.
B) One of the lay-up methods in Item B3 shall then be selected.
SAES-A-007,
B2 C) Section C of this checklist (Specific system & equipment reqmts)
Para. 5.2.1
D) Lay-up procedures for pipelines under the responsibility of
Pipelines Dept shall be approved prior to hydrotest by the General
Supervisor, Pipelines Technical Services Division (PTSD), & by the
Mgr of the concerned area. Approval of lay-up procedure for other
equipment shall be the responsibility of SA Eng Supt. or designate.
Procedure identifies lay-up methods selected and use one of the lay-
up methods detailed in the Attachments:
A) Wet Lay-up (Attachment 2) SAES-A-007,
B3 B) Dry Lay-up (Attachment 3) Paras. 5.2.2/
C) Inert Gas Lay-up (Attachment 4) 5.2.3/ 5.2.4/ 5.2.5
D) Ambient Lay-up (Attachment 4)
E) Other Approved Lay-up Methods (Attachment 4)
At end of lay-up, commission & start up heat exchangers shall be SAES-A-007,

B4
within 14 days, & other equipment within 60 days. Para. 5.3

ITEM
No.
C SPECIFIC & SPECIAL LAY-UP REQUIREMENTS (Specific Applications)
Tank requirements are listed in applicable procedures: Carbon steel
open-roof, floating-roof, or API atmospheric cone
roof tanks not designed for service above atmospheric pressure, SAES-A-007,
C1
do not require treatment of hydrostatic water. Immediately after Para 7.1
completion of the hydrostatic test, drain and remove all traces of visible
water. Cleaning shall consider any coating operations.
Utility System requirements are listed in applicable procedures:

A) Utility and potable water systems shall be tested in accordance with
SAES-S-060 or SAES-S-070, as appropriate.
B) Potable water systems shall be tested with fresh potable water only
following the requirements of SAES-S-070, Para 18.2. Oxygen
scavengers and biocides shall not be used in potable systems. SAES-A-007,
C2
C) For potable water systems, use Dry lay-up per Para. 5.2.3, Inert gas Para 7.2
lay-up using nitrogen per Para. 5.2.4, or Ambient lay-up per Para. 5.2.5.
See Attachments 3 & 4.
D) For Dry-up (moisture removal), sweet gas shall not be used. Methanol
or other dehydrating chemicals shall not be used.
Procedure details dry-up methods used & means of verification
Dry Gas & Refined Hydrocarbon Product Pipelines & Piping. See SAES-A-007,
C3
Attachment 5. Section 7.3
SAES-A-007,
C4 Sour Gas & Sour Oil Pipelines. See Attachment 5.
Section 7.4
PLANT SYSTEMS (PIPING & EQUIPMENT) SHALL BE LAYED UP SAES-A-007,
C5
PER ATTACHMENT 6. Inspectors are familiar with these reqmts. Section 7.5
D STAINLESS STEEL PRESSURE PIPING SYSTEM & EQUIPMENT (P-No. 6 & above) LAY-UP (INCLUDING NEW VALVE REQMTS)
Type 300-series stainless steel systems* shall be tested only with water
having maximum allowable chloride concentration of 50 ppm. Quality of
SAES-A-007,
D1 water shall be per Attachment 1. Para. 4.2 in entirety.
Para. 6.1
CS system with 300 Series SS trim valve is not a SS "system".
WATER QUALITY IS TESTED & CERTIFIED (SATR-A-2014)
Type-400-series stainless steels are highly prone to atmospheric

corrosion. This includes valves with trim designated 13Cr*.
*Note: Trims # 1, 4, 6, 7, 8, and 8A are affected by new rule.
Corrosion Controls shall be implemented in procedures as follows: SAES-A-007,
A) Type 400-series stainless steel trimmed valves shall be removed from Para. 6.2 &
D2 pipelines before hydrotest. (In-line spools are used for testing) SAES-L-105
B) Option B: If it impossible to remove such valves from the line, then Valve Trim
written hydrotest procedures must be prepared and approved ahead of Table
time allowing the valves to remain in place.
See Attachment 7 (Special Notes for 13Cr Trim Valves)
Quality Managers & Inspectors are aware of the new reqmt
When equipment containing any Type-400 series stainless steels is left

SAES-A-007,
D3 in place (Option B above), it shall be hydrotested per reqmts of
Para. 6.2
Paragraph 6.3, 6.4, and 6.5 of SAES-A-007. See Attachment 7.
Hydrotest procedure shall carefully detail measures to prevent corrosion

SAES-A-007,
D4 including lay-up of the equipment. See Attachment 7.
Para. 6.2
Do not use ambient lay-up for equipment of 400-series SS.
REMARKS:

ITEM
No.
NOTES: 1. Utilize SAIC-A-2018 and SATR-A-2014 in conjunction with this checklist.

2. Quality Managers shall ensure Procedures address the new revisions of SAES-A-007 & Valve Lay-up Considerations.
3. The lay up procedures need to be approved before hydrotesting begins. PID does not have the authority to approve Lay Up procedures. Procedure
shall be approved by concern department as mentioned in SAES-A-007 PARA 5.2.1.
ATTACHMENTS:
Attachment 1 - SAES-A-007 (24 July 2012 ) GENERAL SYSTEM REQMTS
Attachment 2 - LAY-UP FOR CARBON STEEL SYSTEMS (WET METHOD)
Attachment 3 - LAY-UP FOR CARBON STEEL SYSTEMS (DRY METHOD)
Attachment 4 - LAY-UP FOR CARBON STEEL SYSTEMS (INERT GAS, AMBIENT & OTHER METHODS)
Attachment 5 - SPECIAL LAY UP PROCEDURES (Dry Gas & Refined Hydrocarbon Product Pipelines & Piping, Sour Gas & Sour Oil Pipelines)
Attachment 6 - SPECIAL LAY UP PROCEDURES (Plant Applications, Piping Systems & Equipment)
Attachment 7 - LAY UP PROCEDURE (STAINLESS STEEL SYSTEMS & EQUIPMENT)
REFERENCE DOCUMENTS:
1. SAES-A-007, Hydrostatic Testing Fluids and Lay-Up Procedures, (24 July 2012 )
Contractor / Third-Party Saudi Aramco

Construction Representative* PMT Representative
Work is Complete and Ready for Inspection: T&I Witnessed QC Record Reviewed Work Verified
Name, Initials and Date: Name, Initials and Date:
QC Inspector PID Representative

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

Quality Record Approved: T&I Witnessed QC Record Reviewed Work Verified
Name, Organization,
Name, Sign and Date:
Initials and Date:
*Person Responsible for Completion of Quality Work / Test Y = YES N = NO F = FAILED

Attachment 1 - SAES-A-007 (July 2012) GENERAL SYSTEM REQMTS
Responsibility
4.1 In the case of new construction, the construction agency shall be responsible for adhering to this
specification; Projects Inspection shall be the monitoring authority. For existing facilities, the facility
proponent Maintenance and Operations shall be responsible for adhering to this specification; the
proponent's Operations Inspection organization is the monitoring authority.
4.2 Water Quality
4.2.1 Water quality of intended hydrostatic test waters shall be determined well ahead of actual testing
dates so that alternative water sources may be identified if original source water fails to meet reqmts.
4.2.2 Water quality of hydrostatic test waters shall be reconfirmed by testing as close to the time of the
hydrostatic test as practicable. In cases where individual tanker trucks are used to supply a test, the water
samples shall be drawn from a representative number of actual truck loads being delivered to test sites.
4.2.3 Water used for any part of the hydrotesting or subsequent lay-up shall have a sulfate reducing
bacteria (SRB) count of 103 per ml or less as determined by the RapidChek II Method or alternative test
method approved by Supervisor, CTU/ME&CCD/CSD. Water that has a higher bacteria count may be
accepted at the discretion of the Supervisor, CTU/ME&CCD/CSD, after treatment with biocide & retesting.
4.2.4 If water from more than one source will be used, ensure that mixing waters will not cause scaling.
4.2.5 Water used for any part of the hydrotesting or subsequent lay-up shall be clean and free from
suspended matter. Suspended matter in the water shall be extracted, before use, by a filter capable of
removing 99% of all particles 53µm (2.1 mil) in diameter and larger, or equivalent to using 270 mesh wire
mesh screen.
4.2.6 Water that could result in harm to humans must not be used for hydrotesting. For example, service
water containing hydrogen sulfide levels that if released to atmosphere would result in air concentrations
of 10 ppm hydrogen sulfide or greater in the immediate area of the hydrotest must not be used. Refer
questions concerning the safety of waters to the Chief Fire Prevention Engineer, Loss Prev Dept, Dhahran.
Exception: Paragraph 5.2.2.1 describes controlled circumstances where water treated with a biocide may be used
for the hydrotest itself.
4.2.7 Water may be reused for hydrotesting, as in a pipeline tested segment by segment. The water must
meet the requirements of Paragraph 4.2.3 and must have an oxygen level of less than 20 ppb, or
additional chemical treatment will be required.
SS Piping (Exception to 50 ppm Chloride rule): In special cases, with prior written approval of CSD, water of up
to 250 mg/liter chloride ion is permitted, provided: a) that hydrostatic test period is less than 4 days & b) system is
rinsed with steam condensate or demin water until the effluent chloride content reaches below 50 mg/liter, and
(c) that the system is completely drained immediately after hydrostatic test and rinse. (SAES-A-007, Para. 6.1)
Lay Up Planning & Design
4.3 Minimize the time between introducing hydrostatic test water and commissioning the equipment.
4.3.1 Schedule the hydrostatic test as close as possible to the start-up date.
4.3.2 Where there are limitations in this standard on contact time for hydrotest water, this shall be from
first introduction of water into system until commissioning or until implementation of a complete lay-up.
Partial or complete refilling of the system shall count as continuous, cumulative time. Time limitations
requiring the initiation of a formal lay-up program shall be from the first introduction of hydrotest water.
4.4 Design the hydrostatic test and the lay-up procedure to protect the most corrosion-susceptible material
in the system.
THE END

Attachment 2 - LAY-UP FOR CARBON STEEL SYSTEMS

Wet Lay-up (See Attachment 8, Oxygen Scavenger Appendix)
5.2.2.1 Wet lay-up shall be achieved whenever possible by displacing the hydrotest water from the line
after hydrotest and replacing with appropriately treated lay-up water. This minimizes the personnel safety
and environmental risks of hydrotest ruptures releasing biocide-treated waters. In cases where this is not
possible, wet lay-up will require the use of water adequately treated with oxygen scavenger and biocide
at the beginning of the hydrotest and will require safety and environmental reviews of the procedure.
5.2.2.2 For wet lay-up, establish and maintain throughout the system a minimum residual oxygen
scavenger concentration of 20 ppm in the water and a maximum oxygen concentration of 10 ppb.
This includes dead legs. Analyze water sample(s) for residual levels of oxygen scavenger and the
dissolved oxygen concentration at the location most remote from the oxygen scavenger inlet.
Record the test results in the hydrostatic test report. Once minimum residuals are verified, keep systems
tightly closed to prevent air entry. Repeat tests and ensure chemical residuals every six months during
lay-up unless the physical location of the line or equipment makes this impossible. If a leak occurs or air
enters the system, lay-up the system again after completing repairs.
5.2.2.3 Maintain the system under a positive pressure between 210 to 350 kPa (30 to 50 psig) using
nitrogen, a sweet hydrocarbon gas, or hydraulic pressure of the treated water. In cases where the design
pressure is lower than 350 kPa (50 psig), the pressures shall be adjusted accordingly. Install thermal relief
for systems that are to be laid up with hydraulic pressure.
5.2.2.4 Use gauges with a scale range not exceeding three times the target pressure to monitor the
positive pressure in the system during lay-up. The gauges must be capable of withstanding the design
maximum allowable operating pressure (MAOP) of the system to which they are connected or must be
protected with adequate gauge saver devices if they are not capable of withstanding system MAOP.
5.2.2.5 When the total equipment contact time with water may exceed 30 days, microbiological growth
shall be controlled by one of the following methods.
5.2.2.5.1 Use a proprietary combined biocide, corrosion inhibitor & oxygen scavenger at a concentration
in the range of 350 – 500 ppm. The disposal plan for this treatment must be approved following SAEP-327.
When using a combined product that contains oxygen scavenger, the oxygen scavenger component
of the product will be considered sufficient to meet the requirements for oxygen control.
5.2.2.5.2 Use a combined biocide and corrosion inhibitor at a concentration in the range of 150 – 200 ppm.
The disposal plan for this treatment must be approved following SAEP-327.
5.2.2.5.3 For discharge to environmentally sensitive locations, use THPS (Tetrakis hydroxymethyl
phoshonium sulfate) which degrades to non-toxic components. 70% pure THPS shall be applied at 50 ppm
THPS is also available as blends with other products which may be less environmentally friendly. The
disposal plan for this treatment must be approved following SAEP-327.
5.2.2.5.4 Polyhexamethylene biguanide hydrochloride or PHMB) (SAP Material # 1000178704), may also be
used in hydrotests at 200 ppm. The disposal plan for this treatment must be approved following SAEP-327.
Commentary Note: ATROS TK-1, Troskil-1, is an example of this type of chemistry.
5.2.2.5.5 Other biocides may be used if approved by the Supervisor, Petroleum Microbiology Unit, Material
Sciences R&D Division, R&DC and if approved by Environmental Engineering Division, Environmental
Protection Department, per SAEP-327. Ensure that the biocide does not react with oxygen scavenger
before using. In cases of doubt, contact Supervisor, Corrosion Technology Unit, Materials Engineering &
Corrosion Control, CSD.
THE END

Dry Lay-up
5.2.3.1 Dry lay-up may be achieved using several different drying media. These include hot dry air, controlled dew point
inert gas, and drying chemicals such as glycol or methanol applied between two pipeline scrapers or as a gelled
scraper. The best results may be achieved by using a combination of these techniques.
Safety Note: See Paragraph 10 on safety issues.
5.2.3.1.1 Dry lay-up using hot or dew point controlled air may only be used for systems where the dew point can be
successfully reached within 1 week. Longer drying periods using air may contribute to the generation of excessive
quantities of corrosion products in lines. Therefore, dry lay-up using air is only appropriate for systems that can be
easily dried. One means to assure effective drying within req'd times is to limit lengths of systems being hydrotested.
5.2.3.1.2 Sweet gas may be used for dehydration. However, before using sweet gas ensure that hydrate formation will
not be a problem. Hydrate formation may occur at low temperatures & elevated pressures.
5.2.3.2 Remove the hydrotest water from the system. For facilities other than pipelines, drain the system completely,
sweep & mop as required to ensure that no visible traces of water remain. For pipelines, dewatering shall be
performed by scraping with a three or four cup displacement scraper or better system such as a gelled scraper.
Scrapers shall be driven by nitrogen or sweet gas unless the use of dry air has been preapproved.
5.2.3.3 When seawater or similar high salinity water has been used as the hydrotest media, remove salts from the
metal surface by rinsing with a low-salinity water containing less than 4,500 ppm total dissolved solids. For pipelines,
use a slug of low salinity water between two scrapers to rinse salts from the walls. Size of the slug will be dependent
upon the length of the line. More than two scrapers may be required in cases where a large slug of water is required.
Present calculations and assumptions made to justify size of slug to be used. The use of seawater/high salt hydrotest
water in facilities under the responsibility of Pipelines Department must be pre-approved in writing by Pipelines Dept,
General Supervisor, PTSD, and the responsible area Manager. For equipment that is under the responsibility of other
Departments, the use of seawater/high salinity water must be pre-approved in writing by the local corrosion engineer.
All mitigation actions shall be presented for approval at design stage prior to commencement of construction or it will
not be a permissible option once construction has commenced. ACTION REQUIRED (TYPICAL)
5.2.3.4 If using inert gas drying for a pipeline, first, remove remaining water with methanol or glycol slug between two
scrapers, in order to achieve drying in a short period. Then dry with dehydrated inert gas. Gelled chemicals may be
used. Ensure compatibility of dehydrating chemicals with all material in system.
5.2.3.5 If at all possible, hydrotests should be performed with the valves removed from the line. However, if this is not
possible, valves must be carefully dewatered. As the final stage of dewatering process, remove water from pipeline
valves and all other valves that may be damaged by trapped hydrotest water by blowing through the top drain with
nitrogen and displacing fluid out of the bottom of the valve. Do not open or close valve during this dewatering sequence.
When the bulk of the water has been removed, blow vapor phase corrosion inhibitor Cortec VpCI 309 or equivalent with
nitrogen until it is visibly discharged at the bottom of the valve.
5.2.3.6 Immediately after dewatering, start drying system to a dew point that will ensure a dew point of of -1°C or less
at the final lay-up pressure at all exit points. Dry by blowing sweet gas, nitrogen, or, if pre-approved, heated dry air
through the system for not less than 12 hours to allow any remaining moisture to come to equilibrium with the dry air.
Check and ensure that all measurement locations are at or below the required dew point. Repeat the drying procedure
if the measured dew point at any one location is above the set limit. For pipelines, dew point readings must be done at
the beginning, end, & all mainline valve locations. Record dew point temperature readings at each test location. Record
the pressure of the line or system at the time of the dew point measurement. Record pressure at which the dew point
measurement is made if different to the actual system or line pressure. If the dew point temperature is derived at a
different pressure to lay-up pressure, use App. 2 or equivalent conversion charts to yield dew point at lay-up pressure.
Safety: See Para 10.5.1 on separation of air & gas mixtures.See Para 10.5.2 on safety issues concerning nitrogen.
5.2.3.7 When required dew point is reached, pressurize the system with nitrogen or sweet gas to final lay-up pressure.
Dry air may be used only if it has been pre-approved. Systems shall be maintained at a positive pressure of at least 30
psig unless this exceeds the design pressure of the system. Pressures up to the normal operating pressure have been
used for lay-up for some systems. The dew point at the final lay-up pressure must be lower than -1°C.
5.2.3.8 Shut in the system, maintain and monitor the pressure per 5.2.2.4 during the lay-up period.
5.2.3.9 For pipelines, re-measure dew point at all original test locations one week after reaching final lay-up pressure.
If any dew point reading is found to be higher than -1ºC at the lay-up pressure, then the entire line must be dried again
or an alternative preservation method must be implemented. THE END (DRY LAY-UP)

INERT GAS LAY-UP
5.2.4.1 Displace the hydrostatic test water by positive pressure with nitrogen or sweet gas until no water
drains out of the system. Shut in the system under positive pressure until commissioning and start-up.
Ensure that systems being drained have vacuum relief valves and pressure relief valves as necessary to
protect the system.
5.2.4.2 For pipelines, displace water by scraping with a three or four cup displacement scraper or better
system such as a gelled scraper.
5.2.4.3 Microbial control per paragraph 5.2.2.5 is not required even though some residual water is left in
the system.
AMBIENT LAY-UP (SEE ATTACHMENT 7, SPECIAL VALVE NOTES)
5.2.5.1 Use ambient lay-up only if all of the following conditions apply:
a. Drains are available at all low points to ensure complete removal of water. See ATTACHMENT 7 Notes
b. Corrosion allowance has been provided,
c. Pitting can be tolerated; and
d. Particulate rust can be tolerated.
5.2.5.2 Remove all water from the system. For facilities other than pipelines, drain the system completely,
sweep and mop as required to ensure that no visible traces of water remain. For pipelines, dewatering
shall be performed by scraping with a three or four cup displacement scraper (or better) unless system
limitations make this option impracticable.
5.2.5.3 After removal of all water, close the system to prevent the entry of sand or rainwater.
5.2.5.4 Install a vacuum breaker unless it is demonstrated that the system will not collapse under vacuum.
OTHER LAY-UP (SUCH AS VALVE CORROSION PREVENTION)
Other lay-up methods are acceptable with the prior written approval of the Supervisor, CTU/ME&CCD/CSD,
and, in cases where safety concerns may arise, the approval of the Chief Fire Prevention Engineer,
Loss Prevention Department.
THE END

ATT. 5 - LAY UP PROCEDURE (SPECIAL APPLICATIONS)

Dry Gas & Refined Hydrocarbon Product Pipelines & Piping*
7.3.1 Hydrotest procedures for services in these categories under Pipelines Department jurisdiction shall
be reviewed and approved by Pipelines Department: specifically, the General Supervisor, PTSD, and
Manager of the respective area department. *This piping can extend into Plant Piping (ASME B31.3)
7.3.2 Prevent corrosion during hydrotest & lay-up procedures for sweet sales gas, ethane, refined products
such as gasoline, kerosene, diesel, etc, and processed NGL. Corrosion products and other contaminants
introduced during construction, hydrotesting, and start-up can create major problems for many years.
7.3.3 Remove all debris from line before hydrotesting using brush scrapers and magnetic scrapers.
7.3.4 For pipelines and piping in dry gas or refined hydrocarbon product service, oxygen scavenger shall
always be added to the hydrostatic test water, even when the hydrotest water contact time is less than 14
days as specified in Para. 5.1. This does not apply to plant piping which shall be treated per Para. 5.1.
Use batching scrapers and/or a slug of nitrogen to separate the air in the system from coming in contact
with treated water, and then fill the system with treated water by injecting sufficient oxygen scavenger to
maintain a minimum oxygen scavenger residual concentration of 20 ppm and an oxygen concentration
less than 10 ppb.
7.3.5 Pipelines in dry gas or refined hydrocarbon product service shall be layed up using either the wet
lay-up method per Paragraph 5.2.2 or the dry layup method with the line pressurized with dry sweet gas
or dry nitrogen, but not air.
7.3.6 When water is finally removed from the pipe, either at the end of the hydrotest or at the end of a wet
lay-up, the system shall be thoroughly dried. Air drying shall not be used for pipelines. Air drying may be
used for small in-plant piping systems if drying can be completed in no more than one week.
Refined product lines which are generally small (about 14" or less) may be dried with nitrogen from skid-
mounted nitrogen generation units or from bulk tanks. Sweet gas pipelines that are generally large
diameter will most usually be dried with sweet gas if available. Chemical desiccants such as glycol or
methanol may also be used if necessary and specifically pre-approved in the hydrotest procedure.
7.3.7 An alternative to extensive drying operations & detailed hydrotest control is to use internal coatings
to prevent corrosion and black powder formation. This decision must be taken early in the design process.
Evaluate the economics of coating versus the economics careful hydrotest control. Obtain approval of the
coating from the Supervisor, Cathodic Protection and Coatings Unit, Materials Engineering and Corrosion
Control Division, CSD. Obtain approval of coating and hydrotest procedures from the Pipelines Dept:
General Supervisor, PTSD, and Manager of the respective area department.
SOUR GAS & SOUR OIL PIPELINES
7.4.1 Hydrotest procedures for sour gas, sour oil, or sour multiphase lines under Pipelines Department
jurisdiction shall be reviewed & approved by Pipelines Dept: specifically, the General Supervisor, PTSD,
and Manager of the respective area department.
7.4.2 After the pipeline has been hydrotested, it shall be layed up following methods detailed in Para 5.2.
7.4.3 Prior to the introduction of sour process fluid into a new line, the line shall be dried. Drying is not
required for existing lines.
7.4.4 Immediately prior to recommissioning new or existing lines, lines shall be batch treated with a
corrosion inhibitor by using a slug of corrosion inhibitor between two or more scrapers.
Slug size is calculated as follows: Gallons of inhibitor = Pipeline length (km) x pipeline diameter (in) x 3
7.4.5 Where there is an unavoidable delay between signature of the Mechanical Completion Certificate &
introduction of fluids into the line, PMT shall provide sufficient funds to operating or other organization
that will perform the inhibitor treatment to pay for all expenses associated with the inhibitor treatment.
THE END

ATTACHMENT 6 - LAY UP PROCEDURE (PLANTS- SPECIAL APPLICATIONS)
Applications are for Plant Piping Systems & Equipment as clearly specified below.
7.5 Plant Piping
7.5.1 In general, new or existing pipework in plants & refineries will be hydrotested either on-site or in a
plant fabrication shop. Due to the shorter physical length of this equipment, hydrotests can be effected in
a shorter time than that which would require chemical treatment with oxygen scavengers or biocides per
Para 5.1, 6.3, or 5.2.2. Therefore, unless these time limits are exceeded, no chemical treatment is req'd.
7.5.2 Due to the complexity of plant construction operations, often new plant pipework is laid up by drying
following the requirements of 5.2.3 to achieve a dew point of -1°C. Drying is normally achieved within a
plant using dry air or sometimes nitrogen.
7.5.3 Chloride limits for 3xx-series stainless steels must be strictly followed.
7.6 For any galvanized pipe not covered by Paragraph 7.2, treat galvanized steel pipe per paragraph 5.1
and lay-up per paragraph 5.2.
7.7 Water shall not require treatment if used to pressure test completely internally coated or lined
equipment, or systems entirely fabricated with non-metallic materials. No lay-up procedure is required for
totally non-metallic systems (e.g., PVC pipe).
7.8 Lube oil systems shall be pressure tested following the reqmts of SAES-L-150. Water shall not be used.
7.9 Instrument air systems shall be pressure tested following requirements of SAES-J-901 & SAES-L-150.
Water shall not be used.
7.10 Boilers shall be laid up per SAEP-1026.
7.11 For heat exchangers, lay-up shall be required unless start up occurs within 14 days of commencing
the hydrostatic test.
7.12 For yard or shop fabricated piping systems that are constructed abroad, hydrotested, then shipped to
Saudi Arabia, PMT shall submit the hydrotest and layup procedure to the Supervisor, CTU/ME&CCD/CSD,
for approval. In addition to one of the lay-up methods from Paragraph 5.2, the use of vapor phase
corrosion inhibitors shall normally be required.
7.13 For all materials not specifically covered in this standard and for doubtful situations, obtain prior
written clarification from the Supervisor, CTU/ME&CCD/CSD.
8 Hydrostatic Test Water Preparation
8.1 Inject oxygen scavenger and other treatment chemicals continuously at a rate that will provide the
specified concentration while filling the system for the hydrostatic test.
8.2 Where multiple treating chemicals are required, ensure that the chemicals proposed for use are
compatible with one another. Use separate proportioning pumps for each chemical to avoid adverse
reactions. Chemicals shall not be mixed prior to injection.
8.3 Monitor chemical injection rates on site using displacement gauges.
9 Disposal
9.1 Hydrostatic test waters must be disposed per SAEP-327 and SAES-A-103.
9.2 Disposal plans must be approved prior to the start of any hydrotest.
10 Safety
10.1 Follow procedures outlined in the Chemical Hazard Bulletins & Hazardous Materials Communications
Program (HAZCOM) labeling provided by the Environmental Compliance Division, Environmental
Protection Department for handling, storage, and mixing of the chemicals to be used for hydrostatic test
water treatment.
10.2 Provide an effective eye wash station/emergency shower per SAES-B-069 at mixing site of chemicals.
10.3 Hydrotests shall avoid the use of biocide during hydrotest itself unless absolutely essential. Lay-up
water may be treated with biocide as necessary.
10.4 See paragraph 4.2.6 concerning water.
10.5 Hydrotest procedures may involve the displacement of hydrocarbon by fluids, the displacement of air,
and the use of nitrogen.
10.5.1 Procedures ensure that explosive mixtures of air & gas cannot occur. For example, use of a single
scraper in a pipeline is not sufficient to prevent a dangerous mix occurring between sweet gas and air.
Common practice is to use a train of scrapers with at least 2 batches of nitrogen separating air and gas.
10.5.2 Methanol is a toxic & inflammable chemical & may be used only with adequate safety precautions.
10.5.3 Caution (nitrogen). Not toxic, yet exclusion of breathable air in confined spaces can = suffocation.
ATTACHMENT 7 - LAY UP PROCEDURE (STAINLESS STEEL SYSTEMS & EQUIPMENT)
STAINLESS STEEL SYSTEMS & EQUIPMENT (OPTION B)
STEP # 1 (Oxygen Scavenger Rule)
6.3 Treat the hydrostatic test water with oxygen scavenger per paragraph 5.1* if the equipment contact
equipment contact time with water might exceed 4 days. Oxygen Scavenger Appendix is in Attachment 8.
5.1 Treatment of Hydrostatic Test Water
When equipment contact time with hydrotest water may exceed 14 days, an approved oxygen scavenger
(Appendix 1) shall be added to the hydrostatic test water. Treat the water before it enters the system. Use
batching scrapers and/or a slug of nitrogen to separate the air in the system from coming in contact with
treated water, and then fill the system with water injecting sufficient oxygen scavenger to maintain its residual
concentration at greater than 20 ppm and an oxygen concentration of less than 10 ppb.
STEP # 2 (Apply Lay-Up Method using 30-day rule). See Special Notes Below.
6.4 Lay-up the system following the requirements of Paragraph 5.2*. Note: A Lay-up Method is selected.
5.2 Lay-up Procedures
5.2.1 Equipment must be laid-up after hydrotesting unless it can be ensured that it will be returned to service
within 30 days from the first introduction of hydrotest water to the system. Use one of the lay-up
methods detailed (Wet, Dry, Inert Gas, Ambient, Other in ATTACHMENTS 2, 3, or 4). See Paragraph 7 for
requirements for specific systems (Note: Attachment 5 Does not normally apply to SS Systems). Lay-up
procedures for pipelines under the responsibility of Pipelines Department shall be approved prior to hydrotest
by the General Supervisor, Pipelines Technical Services Division (PTSD), and by the Manager of the concerned
area. Approval of lay-up procedures for other equipment shall be the responsibility of the Saudi Aramco
Engineering Superintendent or his designate (Note: Pipelines are not normally SS).
STEP # 3 (End Lay-up and Evaluate Condition/Corrosion as Necessary)
6.5 At the end of the lay-up, commission and start up the stainless steel equipment within 14 days.
SPECIAL CARE FOR 13Cr (400 Series) Trim SS VALVES
Trim 8 is the most common type of valve used in Saudi Aramco Plants.
This requirement was specifically cited for Pipelines, as severe corrosion occurs with extended improper
Lay-up. CSD has stated that this also applies for Plant Piping. This is common sense & must be addressed
in Plant Piping Pressure Testing & Valve Field Testing & Subsequent Lay-up Actions as follows:
1. Valves coming from the manufacturer are pressure tested and "lay-up" is "OTHER" or Special:
a) Valve manufacturers takes great care to stroke valves and allow water "time" to descend from bonnets
b) Water is then blown out using high pressure air until water is removed. Moisture is still present.
c) Valve Manufacturer "APPROVED CORROSION-RESISTANT LUBRICANTS" are then professionally
applied by trained valve testing technicians who distribute lubricant in effective methods to prevent rust.
d) Valves are then stroked and lubricants are spread evenly over sealing surfaces to prevent corrosion.
e) Valves are then coated and sealed/covered shipped to Saudi Aramco for installation in our facilities.
f) Valve handling during shipping and Other* Concerns (age in storage, corrosion consideration, damage)
requires the Safeguard of "FIELD TESTING OF CRITICAL ISOLATION VALVES" per SAES-L-108.
g) Valves are then again opened & inspected for warranty coverage for shipping damage/other concerns.
h) Valves are field tested (body test, high pressure seat test, other tests as required by SAES-L-108).
CORROSION CONTROL CONSIDERATIONS ARE NOW THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE CONTRACTOR!!!
At a minimum, Contractor Procedure SHALL:
1. Apply the same lay-up and care after Valve Testing that was applied by the Valve Manufacturer.
This includes careful drying and application of lubricants and corrosion control measures applicable.
2. Perform routine "PRESERVATION CHECKS" when valves (13 Cr trim or 400 series SS) are stored
longer then 30 days after field testing to assure effective corrosion control measures.
3. IF OPTION B IS SELECTED AND THE VALVE IS THEN TESTED IN-LINE, CONTRACTOR SHALL NOT
ALLOW AMBIENT LAY-UP OF VALVES (13 Cr Trim or 400 Series SS). WHERE VALVES HAVE NO DRAIN,
COMPLETE REMOVAL OF WATER FROM VALVE CAVITIES "SHALL BE DEMONSTRATED" to comply with
SAES-A-007, Para. 5.2.5.1 a). Valves may be removed after test and treated similarly to Valve Testing.
NOTICE: PROCEDURE SHALL DETAIL THE METHOD USED TO ASSURE COMPLETE REMOVAL OF WATER
FROM VALVE CAVITIES, CORROSION CONTROL MEASURES & PRESERVATION CHECKS DURING LAY-UP.
FOLLOW UP VALVE CHECKS FOR CORROSION DEMONSTRATE EFFECTIVE PRESERVATION (LAY-UP).
ATTACHMENT 7 - LAY UP PROCEDURE (STAINLESS STEEL SYSTEMS & EQUIPMENT)
SAES-L-105 Valve Trim Table (Page 2/2)
SAES-L-105 Valve Trim Table & Notes

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00 31-Oct-18 Issue for Review & Approval Eng'g. QA/QC PM

OF THIS DRAWING IS COVERED, FOR ALL

BY DRAWING COMPLETION CERTIFICATE

Fire Sprinklers and Fire Fighting System DOC

PIPE LAY-UP PROCEDURE

This procedure should be read in conjunction with Saudi Aramco

This procedure covers the requirements to prevent corrosion due to oxygen

The purpose of this procedure is to establish of the sequences of operation

3.1 Project Technical specifications. SK-MEC001, Rev. 0

NCR: Non-Conformance Report

The responsibilities of the staff are as follows.

5.1 Site Engineer

5.2 QA/QC Inspector

5.3 Site Supervisor

5.4 Safety Officer

6.1 Mechanical Engineers

6.2 Mechanical Supervisors

6.3 Piping Technician/Labors

6.5 Tools and Equipment’s

This procedure shall be approved and agreed on by PMT, Proponent and

8 General Procedure- Dry Lay-Up

The QA/QC Department shall be responsible for collection and preservation

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PROJECT INSPECTION RESPONSIBILITY

Submit Sample Test Package & Pressure Testing

1.3 Re-Instatement Procedure SAIC-A-2006 SAIC-A-2006 RH RH Required Per SAEP-1160, Section 8

1.4 Lay-Up Procedure SAIC-A-2007 SAIC-A-2007 RH RH

Line Flushing or Internal Cleanliness This is in conjunction with SATIP-L-350-01 or the

2.0 MAT'L RECV

Verification of Testing Media for

Use SATR-A-2007 In Conjunction with applicable

Use SATR-A-2001 SATR-A-2002 SATR-A-2003

3.5 Filling & Pressurization SAIC-A-2013 SAIC-A-2013 W S

3.6 Visual Inspection at Test Pressure SAIC-A-2015 SAIC-A-2015 H H Use SATR-A-2001

Pneumatic Testing of Reinforcing pads

3.8 De-Pressurization & Water Disposal SAIC-A-2017 SAIC-A-2017 H W

Saudi Aramco: Company General Use

Use SATR-A-2001V & SAIC-L-2042 Demonstrate

4.2 Lay-Up Inspection SAIC-A-2018 SAIC-A-2018 H H Use SATR-A-2009 & SATR-A-2014

Complete SATR-A-2007, Use SATR-A-2011 &

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SAUDI ARAMCO INSPECTION LEVEL CONTRACTOR INSPECTION LEVEL

As SAES-A-007 is intended to be a procedure guide, the Contractor shall SAES-A-007,

Procedure covers SAES-A-007 General Reqmts regarding:

Procedure details Treatment of Hydrostatic Test Water:

Procedure meets/addresses/details the following requirements:

At end of lay-up, commission & start up heat exchangers shall be SAES-A-007,

Saudi Aramco: Company General Use

Utility System requirements are listed in applicable procedures:

Type-400-series stainless steels are highly prone to atmospheric

When equipment containing any Type-400 series stainless steels is left

Hydrotest procedure shall carefully detail measures to prevent corrosion

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NOTES: 1. Utilize SAIC-A-2018 and SATR-A-2014 in conjunction with this checklist.

Contractor / Third-Party Saudi Aramco

QC Inspector PID Representative

QC Supervisor Proponent and Others

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

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