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PROCESS TECHNOLOGY PROCEDURES

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SYSTEM DESCRIPTIONS DESIGN GUIDE

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SCOPE

This Design Guide defines the process design documents used in the development of
System Descriptions.
2.0

RESPONSIBILITY

The process engineer prepares the system description when required, not all projects or
client require this document.
3.0

GENERAL

The System Descriptions, PI&Ds, and One Line Diagrams are used to communicate to the
project personnel, the Client, and the plant operating staff the characteristics of the system,
its operation, and other features.
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DEFINITIONS

The following is a list of the discrete documents which may be used to present process and
design data. The documents that are optional should be prepared only at the request of the
Client and the Project Manager.
Control Logic Diagram: This diagram defines the manual and automatic control
system provided for a system or item of equipment in terms of logic symbols. The
control logic diagrams provided may initially be generated by Parsons or by the
control system vendor based on Parsons specification requirements or Parsons
supplied system logic description. It should show all permissive, sequential, and
protective features to be provided in the design for the protection of operating
systems and the starting, monitoring, and tripping of plant equipment. The diagram
must be based on information in the related System Description. It should be
prepared with applicable input from the Responsible Engineer, together with
engineering judgment and standard practice for the equipment concerned.
One Line Diagram: A diagram which indicates, by means of single lines and
simplified symbols, the arrangement and component devices or parts of an electric
power system.

Piping & Instrument Diagram (P&ID): A diagram which typically shows all flow paths,
equipment, piping, valves, specialty items (expansion joints, strainers, traps, etc.)
and instrumentation for a give system. The P&ID provides the basis for physical
design of the system.
Process Flow Diagram: The Process Flow Diagram is a fundamental diagram
conveying the basic pictorial definition of the process, including the active and
passive elements of the system, the respective flow paths, and the primary control
elements.
System Description: A System Description is a narrative description of the design
criteria, functions, components, and operation of a mechanical, electrical, or control
system or process within a plant. System Descriptions are used for the following
purposes:
As a vehicle for the review and approval of the system design
As a reference for the detailed design of the system
As a tool in check-out, start-up, and commissioning of the system
As a guide for operation and maintenance of the system
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RESPONSIBILITIES

5.1

Project Manager
The Project Manager (PM) determines which documents are to be prepared for the
project.

5.2

Lead Process Engineer

The responsible Lead Process Engineer initiates the list of systems, and System
Descriptions to be developed. He either prepares the System Description or selects
the Engineer to do so. The Lead Process Engineer also reviews and approves any
System Descriptions developed and coordinates the Client review and approval
process.

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TYPICAL CONTENTS
Attachment 1 is a sample cover page for a System Description and attachment 2 is a
sample table of contents for a System Description.

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PURPOSE

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DESIGN CRITERIA

2.1
2.2

Codes and Standards

System Design Basis

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DESCRIPTION OF SYSTEM AND EQUIPMENT

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3.1
3.2
3.3

Description of System
Description of Equipment
Description of Control

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SAFETY/PRECAUTIONS

4.1
4.2

Hazards
Precautions

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SYSTEM OPERATIONS

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Commissioning
Start-up
Normal Operation
Shutdown
Special or Infrequent Operation

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INTERFACE SYSTEMS

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REFERENCES

7.1
7.2
7.3
7.4
7.5
7.6

Instrument and Control Drawings and Diagrams

Electrical Drawings and Diagrams
Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams
Specifications and Bills of Material
Pipe Line Specifications
Tubing Line Specifications

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