STANDARDS PUBLICATION

KOC STANDARD

FOR

POLYURETHANE THERMAL INSULATION

AND OUTER CASING OF POLYETHYLENE
FOR UNDERGROUND PRE-INSULATED PIPES

DOC. NO. KOC-P-004 PART 10

STANDARDS TEAM
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STANDARDS PUBLICATION

KOC STANDARD

FOR

POLYURETHANE THERMAL INSULATION AND

OUTER CASING OF POLYETHYLENE FOR
UNDERGROUND PRE-INSULATED PIPES

DOC. NO. KOC-P-004 PART 10

STANDARDS TEAM
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KOC STANDARD

FOR

POLYURETHANE THERMAL INSULATION AND

OUTER CASING OF POLYETHYLENE FOR
UNDERGROUND PRE-INSULATED PIPES

DOC .NO. KOC-P-004 PART 10

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Page No.

FOREWORD 6

1.0 SCOPE 7

2.0 APPLICATION 7

3.0 TERMINOLOGY 7
3.1 Definitions 7
3.2 Abbreviations 10

4.0 REFERENCE STANDARDS, CODES AND SPECIFICATIONS 10

4.1 Conflicts 10
4.2 List of Standards, Codes and Specifications 10

5.0 ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS 12

6.0 HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT 12

7.0 MATERIALS 12
7.1 Materials Packaging and Storage 12
7.2 Approvals 12
7.3 Polyurethane Foam 13
7.4 High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) Material 14
7.5 Outer Casing Joint Material 14

8.0 APPLICATION PROCEDURE FOR PIPES 14

8.1 DFBE Coated Pipes Preparation 14
8.2 HDPE Outer Casing / Layer Extrusion 15
8.3 Spacer Installation 15
8.4 PUR Foam Application 15
8.5 Cut Back 16
8.6 Weld Joint Corrosion Protection Coating 16

9.0 APPLICATION PROCEDURE FOR FITTINGS 16

10.0 REQUIREMENTS FOR JOINT OUTER CASING 16

11.0 MARKING AND TRACEABILITY 16

12.0 INSPECTION AND TESTING 17

12.1 General 17

13.0 REPAIRS 21
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14.0 HANDLING, SHIPPING AND STORAGE 21

14.1 Handling 21
14.2 Storage and Stock Piling 22
14.3 Truck Loading 22
14.4 Rail and Sea Loading 23

15.0 PUR INSULATED PIPE INSTALLATION PROCEDURES 23

15.1 General 23
15.2 Pipe Hoisting 24
15.3 Protection during Welding 24
15.4 Test Post Lead, CP Cable, Leak Detection System
Connections 24
15.5 Pipe Bedding and Trench Backfill 24

16.0 QUALITY ASSURANCE 24

17.0 DOCUMENTATION 25
17.1 General 25
17.2 Work Proposal 25
17.3 Final Report 25

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT 26
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LIST OF MAJOR AMMENDMENTS IN REV. І 2 І

Sl. No. Clause No. Description of the Major Changes Remarks

1 Foreword Foreword Updated
2 1.1 & 7.2.6 Deleted “Three Layer Polypropylene
coating (3LPP)”
3 2.0 Title Changed &
Revised Sub Clause 2.4
4 3.1 Definition for Bonded system deleted,
Definition for Diffusion Barrier added.
5 3.2 Abbreviations for “UV” is added
6 4.2 List of Standards, Codes &
Specifications updated.
7 7.4 Added Sub Clauses 7.4.2. & 7.4.3
8 8.1 Deleted “Three Layer Polypropylene
Coating” (3 LLP) & Sub Clause 8.1.5
9 8.2 Title changed and clauses revised.
10 8.3 Revised
11 8.4 Revised
12 8.6 Added New Sub Clause 8.6
13 12.1 Revised
14 Table 1 Revised Sl. No. 4.1, 4.2, 8.3 & 9.1
Deleted Sl. No. 5.5
15 13.0 Revised
16 15.4 Revised Title & Sub Clause 15.4.3
17 Acknowledgement Updated
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FOREWORD І2І

This document “KOC Standard For Polyurethane Thermal Insulation and Outer
Casing of Polyethylene for Underground Pre-insulated Pipes” (KOC-P-004 Pt. 10
Rev. 2) is intended to describe the minimum technical requirements for factory
application of Polyurethane Foam insulation and outer casing for underground pre-
insulation pipes to be used in KOC Facilities. The current document (KOC-P-004 Pt. 10
Rev. 1) has been revised for conformance with the revision of relevant International
Standards and incorporation of technological developments in this field.

This Standard has been approved by the Standards Team in consultation with
Standards Technical Committee (STC) for use throughout corporate Engineering and
Operational functions of Kuwait Oil Company (K.S.C).

This Standard sets out to achieve the following objectives:

a) To describe current technical practices in industry and general procedures for

Polyurethane Thermal Insulation and Outer Casing of Polyethylene for
Underground Pre-insulated Pipes in order to minimize and control corrosion of the
external surfaces of underground steel pipelines and piping network.

b) To provide general technical inputs and guidance for developing project

specifications in order to ensure quality, safety and reliability.

c) To set out minimum requirements and guidance for compliance of materials and
testing with a Contract.

d) To act as a tool for internal communication from which future safety, environmental
and technological changes can be measured.

Feedback as well as any comments or suggestions from the application of this Standard
derived at any stage of design, construction, maintenance and field experiences are
encouraged and should be directed to:

The Team Leader Standards

(Chairman, Standards Technical Committee)
P.O.Box-9758, Ahmadi 61008
State of Kuwait

Task Force Responsible for Revision of this Standard

The Revision of this Standard has been entrusted by the Standards Technical
Committee (STC) of the Task Force No (TF-PC/02) Comprising of the following
members:

Mr. Abdul R. Al-Shamari TPL Corrosion Specialist (I) TF Leader Tel. No. 65406
Mr. Mohd. Emam Snr. Specialist (Insp. & Corr.) Member Tel. No. 63693
Mr. Hasan Sabri TPL Corrosion Specialist (II) Member Tel. No. 65434
Mr. Amer Jaragh Snr Corrosion Engineer Member Tel. No. 65428
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1.0 SCOPE І2І

1.1 This Standard establishes the minimum technical requirements, inspection and
test methods for the factory application of Dual Layers of Fusion Bonded Epoxy
(DFBE) coating on pipes, Polyurethane Foam Insulation and Outer casing/layer
of Polyethylene for carrier pipes for installation of underground pipes at various
KOC Facilities.

1.2 This Standard applies only to insulated pipe assemblies, for continuous
operation up to 120°C, with occasional peak temperature up to 140°C.

1.3 Field joint and fittings thermal insulation are included in this Standard.

2.0 APPLICATION І2І

2.1 The complete assemblies shall be supplied in accordance with the requirements
of European Standards BS EN 253, 448, 488, 489 & 13941 or approved
equivalents.

2.2 The design life of insulated pipe assemblies shall be a minimum of 30 years.

2.3 All factory applied pipes shall be prepared, PUR insulated, inspected, and
tested to the satisfaction of KOC before shipment to site, field or storage area.
All pipes, pipelines, fitting and girth welds shall be inspected to the satisfaction
of KOC before backfilling takes place.

2.4 A leak detection monitoring system shall be provided during the insulation
process in accordance with BS EN 14419. During the prequalification process,
the Contractor shall prove that they can successfully install and test leak
detection system within the insulated pipe.

2.5 Compliance with this KOC Standard does not of itself confer immunity from
legal or statutory obligations.

3.0 TERMINOLOGY

3.1 Definitions І2І

For the purposes of this Standard, the following definitions shall apply.

3.1.1 Ageing

Keeping the service pipe at a certain, elevated temperature for a certain time
while the casing is exposed to room temperature

3.1.2 Applicator

An organization, contractor or sub-contractor having the technical capability,

knowledge, equipment, qualified personnel that is approved by KOC for the
PUR Insulation processes as required by this Standard.
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3.1.3 Batch

Specified quantity of raw material made under the same uniform production
conditions in one production run by one manufacturer

3.1.4 Calculated Continuous Operating Temperature (CCOT)

Temperature for which the thermal life of 30 years can be calculated assuming
an Arrhenius relationship between temperature and thermal life

3.1.5 Casing

Outer protection layer made of polyethylene to protect the insulation and the
service pipe from ground water, moisture and mechanical damage

3.1.6 Centre Line Deviation

Deviation between the center line of the service pipe and the center line of the
casing

3.1.7 Continuous Temperature

Temperature at which the hot fluid network is designed to operate continuously

3.1.8 Contractor

Vendor, Company or business that agrees to furnish materials and/or perform

specific project/services to KOC at specific price and/or rate

3.1.9 Creep

Slow progressive strain under the influence of stresses

3.1.10 Density

Mass of a body of a material divided by the volume of the body

3.1.11 Diffusion Barrier

Layer in the pipe assembly of material other than PE, installed between the
thermal insulation and the HDPE casing/layer, with the aim to restrict the
diffusion of gases through the casing/layer.

3.1.12 Foam Density

Apparent density of the foam of the insulating layer at any position

3.1.13 Holiday

A discontinuity in a protective coating (e.g., cracks, pinholes, voids, etc.) that

exhibits electrical conductivity when exposed to a specific voltage
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3.1.14 Insulation Material

Material which reduces the heat loss

3.1.15 Lot

Agreed number of uniform components delivered or to be delivered by a

manufacturer

3.1.16 Manufacturer

The KOC approved party that manufactures or produces PUR insulation

materials or products

3.1.17 MDI-index (Polymeric Methylendiphenyl Diisocyanate-Index)

Quotient of the actual amount of isocyanate used and the stoichiometrically

required amount, multiplied by 100

3.1.18 Peak temperature

Highest temperature at which a system is designed to operate occasionally

3.1.19 Pipe assembly

Assembled product, consisting of a pre-coated service pipe, insulating material

and a polyethylene outer casing/layer

3.1.20 Polyurethane rigid foam (PUR)

Material resulting from the chemical reaction of poly-isocyanates with hydroxyl

containing compounds in the presence of catalysts, the foaming being assisted
by a blowing agent. These foams have a mainly closed cell structure.

3.1.21 Room temperature

(23 ± 2)°C

3.1.22 Shear Strength

Ability of the pipe assembly to withstand a shear force acting between the
casing/layer and the service pipe

3.1.23 Thermal life

Time elapsed before the tangential shear stress at 140°C falls below 0.13 MPa
when exposing the pipe continuously to the ageing temperature

3.1.24 Weld Zone

As used in this Standard, weld zone is the uncoated area on the pipeline that
results when two joints with coating cutback are assembled in the field.
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3.2 Abbreviations І2І

API American Petroleum Institute

CCOT Calculated Continuous Operating Temperature
DFBE Dual Fusion Bonded Epoxy
DFT Dry Film Thickness
DSC Differential Scanning Calorimeter
FBE Fusion Bonded Epoxy
HDPE High density Polyethylene
HSE Health, Safety and Environment
ISO International Standards Organization
KOC Kuwait Oil Company (K.S.C.)
MSDS Material Safety Data Sheet
PD Pipe Diameter
PUR Polyurethane rigid foam
QA Quality Assurance
QC Quality Control
SSPC Steel Structures Painting Council
UV Ultraviolet

4.0 REFERENCE STANDARDS, CODES AND SPECIFICATIONS

4.1 Conflicts

In the event of conflicts between this Standard and the standards / codes
referenced herein, or other contractual requirements, the most stringent
requirement shall apply with the order of precedence as given in relevant
Contract document. In case further clarifications are required, the subject shall
be brought to the attention of KOC Controlling Team.

4.2 List of Standards, Codes and Specifications І2І

The latest edition of the following standards, codes and specifications shall
apply:

4.2.1 National / International Standards

API RP 5L1 Recommended Practice for Rail Road Transportation of

Line Pipe

API RP 5LW Recommended Practice for Transportation of Line Pipe on

Barges and Marine Vessels

BS EN 253 District Heating Pipes - Pre-Insulated Bonded Pipe Systems

for Directly Buried Hot Water Networks. Pipe Assembly of
Steel Service Pipe, Polyurethane Thermal Insulation and
Outer Casing of Polyethylene
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BS EN 448 District Heating Pipes - Pre-Insulated Bonded Pipe Systems

for Directly Buried Hot Water Networks. Fittings Assemblies
of Steel Service Pipes, Polyurethane Thermal Insulation
and Outer Casing of Polyethylene

BS EN 488 District Heating Pipes - Pre-Insulated Bonded Pipe Systems

for Directly Buried Hot Water Networks - Steel Valve
Assembly for Steel Service Pipes, Polyurethane Thermal
Insulation and Outer Casing of Polyethylene

BS EN 489 District Heating Pipes - Pre-Insulated Bonded Pipe Systems

for Directly Buried Hot Water Networks - Joint Assembly for
Steel Service Pipes, Polyurethane Thermal Insulation and
Outer Casing of Polyethylene

BS EN 728 Plastics Piping and Ducting Systems - Polyolefin Pipes and

Fittings - Determination of Oxidation Induction Time

BS EN 13941 Design and Installation of Pre-Insulated Bonded Pipe

Systems for District Heating

BS EN 14419 District Heating Pipes - Pre-Insulated Bonded Pipe Systems

for Directly Buried Hot Water Networks - Surveillance
Systems

BS EN ISO 17025 General Requirements for the Competence of Testing and

Calibration Laboratories

IEC 17025 General Requirements for the Competence of Testing and

Calibration Laboratories

ISO 9000 Quality Management Systems - Fundamentals and

Vocabulary

4.2.2 KOC Standards

KOC-G-007 KOC Standard for Basic Design Data

KOC-P-004 Part 4 KOC Recommended Practice for External Coating of

Pipelines: Part 4: Dual Layer Fusion Bonded Epoxy Coating

KOC-P-004 Part 8 KOC Standard for External Coating of Underground Piping /

Pipelines - High Build Epoxy Coating

KOC-P-006 KOC Standard for Evaluation and Certification of Blasting

and Coating Contractor / Applicator Personnel

KOC-Q-014 KOC Standard for Project QA / QC Requirements

4.2.3 KOC HSE MS Procedures

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5.0 ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

5.1 The environment of Kuwait is severe on all equipment and structures and must
be considered carefully before procurement of PUR insulation materials. It must
be assumed that, unless otherwise specified, PUR insulation system may be
subjected to sand and fine particle dust storms, humid salt laden winds and in
some areas to airborne corrosive chemical contaminants (e.g., H2S, SO2, etc.).

5.2 Refer to KOC-G-007 “KOC Standard for Basic Design Data”, which provides the
necessary design information about the environment, site and utility supply
conditions prevailing throughout the KOC facilities.

6.0 HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT

6.1 The Contractor / Applicator shall assure the compliance of necessary HSE
requirements to minimize the consequences and impacts of thermal
decomposition hazards of polyurethane on the surrounding environment and
adjoining facilities as well as on the occupational health and safety of exposed
personnel.

6.2 All relevant safety requirements of the PUR Insulation Manufacturer, applicable
KOC Health, Safety and Environment Management System (HSE MS)
Procedures and appropriate KOC HSE Policy shall be adhered to ±within KOC
areas.

7.0 MATERIALS

7.1 Materials Packaging and Storage

7.1.1 All materials shall be chemically pure, uniform in composition and free from
inclusions and foreign contaminants.

7.1.2 Materials shall be packaged and delivered to the plant/site in original, tightly
sealed, manufacturer's containers with batch code numbers, storage conditions,
date of manufacture and date of expiry clearly marked there on.

7.1.3 Materials shall be stored in covered cool dry areas and shall be kept clean, dry
and free from any contaminants prior to and during application. Storage shall be
at temperatures and humidity limits within manufacturer's recommended range.

7.2 Approvals

7.2.1 PUR components (Isocyanate, polyols and additives) shall be supplied by the
same Manufacturer.

7.2.2 The Contractor's submittal for Polyurethane Foam and the High Density
Polyethylene (HDPE) outer casing / layer materials shall include details of
manufacture, generalized composition, technical specifications, physical
properties and laboratory testing certificates for all products, to be used, for
KOC review and approval.
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7.2.3 All materials shall be supplied in suitable containers marked with the following
data as a minimum. This data shall remain visible until the product has been
used and has been recorded for future reference.

a) Manufacturer's name
b) Name and complete identification of material, including plant of origin
c) Reference to applicable PUR insulation material standards, if any
d) Production batch number
e) Weight/size
f) Date of production
g) Expiry date / shelf life
h) Storage requirement
i) Safety instructions

7.2.4 The Manufacturer shall also provide the data sheets / packing lists and the
minimum information provided shall be as specified within this Standard. In
addition to thermal insulation material data sheets, the Manufacturer shall
provide the following information:

a) Batch certificates certifying that the materials delivered meet the

characteristics as set forth in the datasheets, and any agreed optional
requirements, if applied according to Manufacturer's instructions

b) Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)

7.2.5 The description, composition and properties of PUR insulation materials to be

used shall comply with the clauses 7.3 & 7.4 of this Standard.

7.2.6 The adhesion between DFBE, PUR foam, and HDPE outer casing/layer shall be
tested for the shear strength at room temperature and maximum design
temperature as per BS EN 253.

7.2.7 The Manufacturer's material specification submittals shall include but not limited
to the following:

a) Details of Manufacturer, generalized composition, technical specifications,

material safety data sheets (MSDS), physical properties and laboratory
testing certificates for KOC review and approval.

b) Certification from independent testing laboratory (certified according to the

requirements of BS EN IS0 17025 / IEC 17025) that the provided material
meets the requirements specified in this standard.

7.3 Polyurethane Foam

7.3.1 The Polyurethane Foam physical properties shall meet the requirements in
BS EN 253.

7.3.2 The minimum thickness of the PUR foam shall be 50 mm. The actual thickness
shall be determined by the Contractor during detailed design as per
BS EN 13941 based on thermal conductivity, differential temperature etc. to
conserve the heat or maintain temperature for the process control.
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7.3.3 The Manufacturer of the pipe assembly shall be responsible for the choice of
raw materials, composition and manufacturing conditions.

7.3.4 The Manufacturer shall keep records, documenting the raw materials used, the
prescribed mixing ratio and the tests performed.

7.4 High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) Material І2І

7.4.1 The HDPE physical properties (i.e. density, carbon black, melt flow rate, thermal
stability, pressure test, tensile strength at yield, elongation at break, constant
load tensile test, stress crack resistance, impact resistance, creep behavior,
heat reversion, etc.); and the minimum wall thickness of the casing / layer shall
meet the requirements in BS EN 253.

7.4.2 The pipe casing / layer shall be a separately manufactured pipe or be applied
directly onto the insulation by extrusion as per BS EN 253.

7.4.3 It is recommended to have a diffusion barrier between the HDPE and PUR foam
which will restrict the diffusion of gases through the casing in service.

7.5 Outer Casing Joint Material

7.5.1 The material (PUR & HDPE) for joint shall have similar properties of the material
(PUR & HDPE) used for the main pipe. In addition, the joint casing shall be tight
against external water ingression and shall withstand air leak-test (20 kPa for a
minimum of two (2) minutes as per BS EN 489).

7.5.2 The soil stress test shall be carried out on the outer casing joint as per
BS EN 489 on the same project pipe size.

8.0 APPLICATION PROCEDURE FOR PIPES

8.1 DFBE Coated Pipes Preparation І2І

8.1.1 The pipes, fittings and girth welds external surfaces shall be prepared to the
satisfaction of KOC and in accordance with the requirements of this Standard
and recommendations of the coating manufacturer.

8.1.2 The DFBE coated pipes to be insulated shall be free from holidays, foreign
materials like deposits, oil, grease, mill, lacquer, wax, dirt, mud, dust etc. Any
oil, or grease, which could affect the adhesion of the PUR foam, shall be
removed by detergent or solvent washing.

8.1.3 The DFBE coated pipes shall be visually inspected for visible signs of coating
damage. The presence of any such damage shall be brought to the attention of
the KOC representative and repairs shall be made in accordance with KOC
approved procedures.

8.1.4 The DFBE coated carrier pipe shall be holiday tested and the voltage rating
shall be as per the recommendations of Coating Vendor and / or Manufacturer.
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8.2 HDPE Outer Casing / Layer Extrusion І2І

8.2.1 All extruder parameters as well as HDPE batch number shall be recorded during
the extrusion of the HDPE.

8.2.2 The minimum wall thickness of the outer casing/layer pipe shall be in
accordance to BS EN 253.

8.2.3 After extrusion, the HDPE outer casing/layer pipe shall be cooled down using
the quenching tunnel.

8.2.4 In order to increase bonding between PUR and HDPE outer casing, the HDPE
pipe shall go through the corona treatment station.

8.2.5 The length of the HDPE outer casing/layer shall be determined to give a cut
back of 250mm at each end of the pipe free of foam unless otherwise specified.

8.2.6 Each HDPE outer casing/layer shall be marked in accordance with the
requirements of BS EN 253.

8.3 Spacer Installation І 2 І

8.3.1 In cases where the HDPE outer casing is used, spacers shall be provided
between the main pipe and casing. After inspection and cleaning operations
have been completed, plastic spacers shall be fitted. The design and method of
fixing the spacers shall not cause voids in the insulation during foaming and
details shall be forwarded by the Contractor for KOC approval. Spacers shall be
of special type that conform to the requirements for the insulation purposes.

8.3.2 The treated HDPE outer casing shall be fitted along the carrier pipe on top of
the spacers without removing or damaging the spacers.

8.3.3 Prior to foam injection, the leak detection monitoring system shall be installed as
per the approved procedure developed during the prequalification process
following BS EN 14419.

8.4 PUR Foam Application І2І

8.4.1 The foam pump shall be a dual component machine with automated control
monitoring and metering facilities to inject the correct volume of foam into the
pipe.

8.4.2 Atmospheric conditions within the PUR insulation shop shall be such that there
is no possibility of moisture contamination of the component materials during
the storage, mixing and application of the insulation.

8.4.3 Additional identification marks shall be made in order to monitor the coating
material batches and applicator batch tests. All such markings shall be within
two (2) meter from the pipe end.
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8.5 Cut Back

The cut back from the HDPE outer casing / layer till the end of the metal pipe
shall be 250 ± 20 mm.

8.6 Weld Joint Corrosion Protection Coating І2І

The weld joint shall be coated with Liquid Epoxy Coating as per KOC-P-004
Pt. 8 “KOC Standard for External Coating of Underground Piping / Pipelines -
High Build Epoxy Coating”.

Note: The weld joint coating system shall be capable of withstanding a continuous
operating temperature up to 120°C, with occasional peak temperature up to 140°C.

9.0 APPLICATION PROCEDURE FOR FITTINGS

9.1 The surface preparation for fittings shall be as per clause 8.1 of this Standard.

9.2 The insulation application shall be as per BS EN 488.

9.3 All the fittings including elbows, tees, reducers, anchors, weldolets etc. shall be
designed, factory fabricated and pre-insulated to prevent the ingress of moisture
into the system.

10.0 REQUIREMENTS FOR JOINT OUTER CASING

10.1 The HDPE outer casing shall be as per clause 8.2 of this Standard.

10.2 The recommended length of field joint HDPE outer casing shall be 740-770 mm.

10.3 The internal surface of the joint casing shall be manually abraded for a length of
150 mm minimum from the both ends.

10.4 If required, each field joint HDPE outer casing shall be beveled and wrapped
with suitable material which protects from UV radiations to avoid the shrinkage.

11.0 MARKING AND TRACEABILITY

11.1 The applicator shall establish a system to record the identity of each pipe prior
to coating. Where mill stencil information is removed during coating operation,
the Contractor shall employ all necessary arrangements to maintain traceability
of each joint of pipe so that exact stencil information is restored after coating.

11.2 Each joint of coated pipe shall be marked by the Contractor on the outside
surface of the coating starting a minimum of 300 mm (12 inches) from the
beveled end of the pipe.

11.3 Marking shall be stenciled on the PUR insulation pipe utilizing a waterproof
permanent type paint or ink which will not rub off when the PUR insulation pipe
is handled. Only proper stenciling machines and tools shall be used. Hand-
written marking is not allowed.
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11.4 The marking shall be legible from a distance of ten (10) to twelve (12) feet with
letters no less than one and half (1½) inches high.

11.5 Repaired pipes shall be marked at one end with a continuous red color ring.
Additionally all repaired areas shall be circled using the same red color.

11.6 Marking shall be in English and in the following sequence, regardless of

previous markings on the inside or outside surface of the bare steel pipe:

a) Name of Pipe Manufacturer and Pipe Insulation Applicator

b) Pipe Identification Number
c) Date of PUR insulation application
d) Pipe outside diameter (OD) measured in inches and Pipe length in feet
e) Wall Thickness (WT) measured in inches
f) Steel Grade of pipe material
g) Process of manufacture [Seamless (SMLS) - Electric Resistance Welding
(ERW) - Submerged Arc Welding (SAW)]
h) Other special markings (e.g. sour service, etc.)

12.0 INSPECTION AND TESTING І2І

12.1 General

12.1.1 The Contractor is fully responsible for all inspection and quality control
requirements as per the contract with KOC and in line with KOC-Q-014 “KOC
tandard for Project QA/QC Requirements”.

12.1.2 The KOC / Contractor shall have the right to carry out inspection and testing at
all stages of the surface preparation and PUR insulation application works to
ensure compliance of this Standard.

12.1.3 The Applicator shall provide free access, at all times, to the buyer and KOC
inspectors to perform the inspection as per the approved ITP.

12.1.4 The Applicator shall provide all inspection and calibration equipment certificates
needed for the inspection and testing functions outlined in this Standard.

12.1.5 The Applicator shall perform all inspections and tests requirements that are
necessary to assure that the PUR insulation complies with the requirements of
this Standard.

12.1.6 The Applicator must record the results of all inspection and tests on approved
forms.

12.1.7 The procedures shall be approved before the start of production of the PUR
insulation.

12.1.8 All PUR insulation materials shall be inspected and tested to ensure
conformance with the requirements of clause 7.0 of this Standard. Product
data sheets used for sales purposes or printouts from catalogs are not
considered acceptable as test certificates.
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12.1.9 Independent recognized laboratory test certificates for the PUR insulation
materials shall be provided by the Contractor for KOC review and approval.
KOC has the right to witness any of the laboratory testing. The laboratory shall
be accredited in accordance with the requirements of BS EN IS0 17025 /
ISO 17025.

12.1.10 Prior to commencing full production of the PUR insulation of line pipe, ten pipes
shall be prepared for each project. Three (3) pipes of the ten line pipes coated
will be chosen by the KOC representative for testing. On the three (3) selected
pipes, three sections at least one meter (1.0 m) long shall be cold cut from
each, one piece from the middle, and the other two pieces at least 500 mm from
each end of the insulation pipe.

12.1.11 The leak detection monitoring system shall be installed for prequalification of
pipe joints.

12.1.12 All the applicator personal shall be trained and certified by the Manufacturer and
obtain KOC applicator cards as per KOC-P-006 “KOC Standard for Evaluation
and Certification of Blasting and Coating Contractor / Applicator Personnel”.

12.1.13 All inspection and testing requirements for qualification and production,
acceptance criteria, and frequency shall be as specified in Table 1 of this
Standard and per BS EN 253 / EN 253.
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Table 1: Inspection and Testing Requirements for

Qualification and Production І2І

Sl. Frequency
Item Description Acceptability Criteria Remarks
No. PQT Production
1.0 Raw Materials Receive
Every Delivery Meet Purchase Order
1.1 Delivery order of Raw Materials
Requirements
1.2 Condition of goods/packing delivered Every Delivery No visible damage
According to manufacturer
1.3 Storage of Raw Material Every Delivery
instructions
1.4 Polyurethane (Polyol & Isocyanate ) Every Batch Manufacturer Data Sheet
1.5 HDPE Every Batch Manufacturer Data Sheet
1.6 Copper Wires Every Batch Manufacturer Data Sheet
1.7 Mastic for the joint casing Every Batch Manufacturer Data Sheet
2.0 HDPE Casing - On line Tests
2.1 Working Parameter Once Every 2 Hours
± 20% of PQT Parameters
Free from such grooving or
2.2 Visual inspection 10 pipes Every Pipe EN 253
other defects
2.3 Dimensional control 10 pipes Every 2 Hours Diameter & Length EN 253
HDPE outer casing corona treatment Minimum 48 Dyne/cm²
2.4 10 pipes Every 2 Hours
(if required) after production of pipe
2.5 HDPE casing/layer pipe marking Each pipe 100% of pipes As per EN 253
3.0 HDPE Casing/layer - Off line Tests
3.1 Density (On extruded material) Once Every Batch As per EN 253
3.2 Melt flow rate Once Every Batch As per EN 253
3.3 Tensile Strength at yield Once Every Batch As per EN 253
3.4 Elongation at break Once Every Batch As per EN 253
Raw material Long-term mechanical
3.5 Previous Certificate As per EN 253
properties
Carbon black dispersion and As per EN 253
3.6 Previous Certificate
homogeneity
3.7 Carbon Black Review Batch certificate As per EN 253
3.8 Heat reversion Every Batch As per EN 253
3.9 Constant Load Tensile test Once per Year As per EN 253
3.10 Notched Constant Load Test (NCLT) Once per Year As per EN 253
3.11 Creep Behavior Previous Certificate As per EN 253
3.12 Thermal stability Previous Certificate > 20min @ 210°C BS EN 728
3.13 Pressure Test Previous Certificate As per EN 253
3.14 Stress Crack Resistance Previous Certificate As per EN 253
4.0 Foaming Machine Calibration
Calibration of foaming machine Ratio ± 20% from Supplier
4.1 Once Every day Work instruction
(mixing ratio) Data Sheet
Calibration of foaming machine
4.2 Once Every day Work instruction Work instruction
( output capacity)
5.0 PUR Foam / On line Tests
No bevel damage, coating
Parent coated pipe
5.1 Ten pipes Every pipe damage and contaminations
Visual inspection After Washing
with oil or grease
As per coating
5.2 Parent coated pipe holiday test Ten pipes Every pipe
Applicator
Parent pipes coated
5.3 Ten pipes Every 2 Hours Minimum 36 Dyne/cm2
corona treatment
According to
5.4 Ambient temperature at injection area Ten pipes Every 2 Hours manufacturer
instruction
HDPE outer casing/layer pipe final
5.5 Ten pipes Every 4 Hours Minimum diameter in mm As per EN 253
diameter
3 Locations
5.6 Voids and bubbles Every 4 Hours As per EN 253
on 3 pipes
5.7 Cut Back Each pipe 100% of pipes 250 -/+20 mm
5.8 Centre Line Deviation Ten pipes Every 4 Hours As per EN 253
5.9 Marking/Recording Each pipe 100% of pipes As per EN 253
6.0 PUR Foam - Off line Tests
Two
6.1 Core density control on Panel sample One per week As Per EN 253
Field Joint
Closed cell percentage on Panel Two
6.2 One per week As Per EN 253
sample Field Joint
Two
6.3 Cell structure on Panel sample One per week As Per EN 253
Field Joint
Two
6.4 Water absorption on Panel sample One per week As Per EN 253
Field Joint
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Sl. Frequency
Item Description Acceptability Criteria Remarks
No. PQT Production
On Impact &
In case to
Shear
6.5 Compression strength change of PUR
Strength Test
supplier
Pipes
In case to
Thermal conductivity at 50°C Once per
6.6 change of PUR As Per EN 253
(on PUR sample mould-prepared) project
supplier
7.0 Full Insulation system - Off line Tests
Axial shear strength at ambient
7.1 Once per project As Per EN 253
temperature
7.2 Axial shear strength at 90°C Once per project As Per EN 253
Tangential shear strength at ambient
7.3 Previous Certificate As Per EN 253
temperature
CCOT verify by tangential shear
7.4 Previous Certificate As Per EN 253
strength after aging
7.5 Creep behavior Previous Certificate As Per EN 253
Flattering < 15%
Insulation Thickness.
7.6 Final inspection Ten pipes Every pipe EN 253
HDPE casing scratches
< 10 %

Continuity ≠ ∞ Ω
7.7 Leak Detection control Ten pipes Every pipe Insulation > 500 MΩ
(1 kV)

Every Every Damage According to repair

7.8 Repair control on pre-insulated pipes
Damage Pipe Pipe procedure
7.9 Impact Resistance On 3 samples no visible cracks EN 253
8.0 Joint Assembling on Line
Anticorrosion Coated Joint Every Field No contaminations with oil,
8.1 Three Joint Work instruction
Visual inspection Joint grease or water.
Every Field Preparation of pipe HDPE
8.2 HDPE preparation Three Joint Work instruction
Joint by manual brushing
Leak Detection Connection Every Field Wire connection
8.3 Three Joint
and Control Joint ( Continuity control)
Every Field Verification of
8.4 Joint sealing application Three Joint Work instruction
Joint mastic application
HDPE assembled Joint Casing Every Field Center positioning of Joint
8.5 Three Joint Work instruction
positioning on the pipes Joint Casing, correct overlapping
Every Field 20 kPa ≤ 40°C,
8.6 HDPE joint casing Leak-test Three Joint
Joint Min. 120 sec.
Every Field
8.7 Injection time control Three Joint To be set during PQT Work instruction
Joint
Every Field No PUR leakage, Plug
8.8 Field Joint final verification Three Joint EN 489
Joint welding, defects free
Every Field
8.9 Marking/ Recording Three Joint Marking & Recording EN 489
Joint
9.0 Joint Casing Qualification
9.1 Soil stress test Once per Project (Each Size) Test Certificate EN 489
10.0 Documentation Control
According to QC &
10.1 Verify the daily production report Once Every day
Production Documentation
According to QC &
10.2 Verify the test report Once Every day
Production Documentation
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13.0 REPAIRS І2І

13.1 The Contractor shall submit an insulation stripping procedure for rejected pipes
to KOC for review and approval. All pipes to be processed shall be subjected to
all of the processes starting at incoming inspection rack.

13.2 The Contractor shall repair DFBE coating damages or defects in accordance to
the Manufacturer procedure.

13.3 All gouges and scars in the HDPE outer casing / layer shall be repaired using
PE melt sticks, provided that the scratches in the outer casing / layer caused by
handling and storage shall not exceed 10% of the original wall thickness of
the outer casing/layer.

13.4 If outer casing/layer is having a wall thickness exceeding 10mm, the scratches
shall not be deeper than 1mm. For all these cases the Manufacturer's
recommended procedures shall be strictly applied.

13.5 The HDPE outer casing / layer shall not be subjected to excessive heat during
the repair process. Where the HDPE pipe is damaged in excess of the above
requirement or where the damage is greater in length than 500mm, the field
joint shall be quarantined for KOC inspection and instruction.

13.6 Repairs to the HDPE outer casing / layer using heat shrink sleeves are not
acceptable. In the event that a production insulated pipe fails to meet the
acceptance criteria for a specified test, the pipe shall be rejected and stripped
unless approval is given by KOC to carry out coating repairs.

13.7 In cases where insulated pipe is rejected, the pipe joint and the following
rejected joint in the same production run shall be similarly tested. If both are
acceptable, the remainder of the pipe in that batch shall be accepted.

13.8 If either of the two pipes fails the same test, the Contractor shall provide a re-
test schedule for KOC’s further approval. The schedule shall determine which
pipes are defective since the last acceptable test pipe.

14.0 HANDLING, SHIPPING AND STORAGE

14.1 Handling

14.1.1 PUR insulated pipes shall be handled, stored and shipped in a manner that will
prevent damage(s) to the PUR insulation, to the pipe wall and to the ends.
Damages to pipe, coating or PUR insulation while handling or other operations
shall be repaired to the satisfaction of KOC. Procedures, equipment and
facilities intended to be used for handling, storing and loading of the PUR
insulated pipes shall be submitted for KOC approval.

14.1.2 Bare metal cables, chains, hooks, tongs, metal bars or narrow skids shall not be
allowed in direct contact with the PUR insulated pipes. Wide non-metallic
canvas or belt slings made of nylon, leather or other suitable material shall be
used. Hooks used for handling large diameter pipes shall be of sufficient width
and depth to fit the inside of the pipe and shall be covered with rubber.
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14.1.3 During transport of pipes and fittings, care shall be taken that they do not come
in contact with sharp edges or sharp objects. Pipes must not overhang the end
of a trailer or truck bed to the extent that it damages the jacket, insulation or the
carrier pipe.

14.2 Storage and Stock Piling

14.2.1 Rubber pads shall be inserted between the pipe and the wooden dunnage to
prevent damage to the PUR insulation.

14.2.2 Suitable precautions such as placing padding on the PUR insulation pipes shall
be taken to ensure that PUR insulation on adjacent pipe is not damaged by the
bell ends. The storage area shall be free from rocks, stones, sticks, and other
hard protrusions and shall be well drained.

14.2.3 The bottom row of pipes shall be elevated at least six (6) inches of the ground
on adequately padded wooden skids or on earthen berms. The skids or berms
shall be covered with polyethylene sheeting, rubber, canvas, belting and
pressed fiberboard. The pipes shall be restrained using padded wedge to
prevent side roll movement of the bottom row of pipe.

14.2.4 Stacking of PUR insulated pipes shall be made in a manner to prevent ovalling,
flattening of the pipe, or damage to the PUR insulation due to the weight of the
pipe.

14.2.5 The pyramid stacking should be a preferred stacking pattern. The height of the
pile shall be kept to a minimum recommended by the Manufacturer to avoid
damage to the bonded system due to the weight.

14.2.6 Materials to be used for insulation provided by the Contractor shall be clearly
marked as per this Standard. Materials shall be handled and stored in
accordance with applicable safety regulations and the Manufacturer's
recommendations. The materials shall be used sequentially, piled according to
the Manufacturer's batch sequence instructions.

14.2.7 The containers or packages of materials shall be properly handled in order to

avoid damage and stored in a manner to prevent deterioration or contamination
of raw materials.

14.2.8 Storage temperatures and conditions for PUR insulation materials shall be as
specified by the Manufacturer.

14.2.9 Due to their rapid reaction with water, PUR components must be stored indoors
under cover where the possibility of moisture contamination is eliminated.

14.3 Truck Loading

14.3.1 Suitable hauling equipment shall be provided to prevent PUR insulation

damages. Rubber pads should be inserted between the pipe and the dunnage.
All chains and pipe supports shall have sufficient padding between it and the
PUR insulated pipe(s), in order to prevent damages to PUR insulation. Binders,
straps, and belts should be padded wherever necessary.
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14.3.2 The trucks and trailers shall have shields, fenders and gravel guards to protect
the pipes from road rocks and gravel hitting and damaging the PUR insulation.

14.4 Rail and Sea Loading

14.4.1 The bottom of the rail car shall be cleaned so that obstructions and sharp edges
are avoided to prevent PUR insulation damage.

14.4.2 Requirements in accordance with API RP 5L1 "Recommended Practice for

Railroad Transportation of Line Pipe" should be adhered to.

14.4.3 Marine vessels and barges used for transporting and / or storing (for offshore
installations) the PUR insulated pipes shall be adequately prepared to protect
the insulation of the pipes. Detailed stacking and protection procedure shall be
submitted to KOC for approval.

14.4.4 The maximum allowable stacking height in a marine vessel shall be decided in
accordance with API RP 5LW "Recommended Practice for Marine
Transportation of Line Pipe" and calculation based on maximum permissible
load of PP film (5 N / mm2). Welded bead of pipe should be positioned without
contact to dirt or adjacent pipe.

14.4.5 Careful handling of PUR insulated pipes during stacking, loading,

transportation, stringing and lowering shall be undertaken to avoid undue
physical damage or deterioration to the PUR insulation system.

14.4.6 Adequate padding materials and trained personnel shall be employed to carry
out the specific loading and storage operation procedures. A load spreader
beam shall be used for pipe lifting.

14.4.7 Separators shall be used when stacking joints. A minimum of three (3) rubber
rings shall be used for each 12 metre joint.

14.4.8 Joints shall be placed on wooden skids or rubber tires when stringing.

14.4.9 Beveled ends shall be protected with a suitable "caps" approved by KOC.

14.4.10 Loading and shipping of pipes shall be in accordance with API RP 5LW, unless
otherwise specified.

14.4.11 PUR insulated pipe(s) damaged during handling or other operations shall be
repaired to the satisfaction of KOC and at the Contractor's expense. The repair
shall be in accordance with clause 13.0 of this Standard.

15.0 PUR INSULATED PIPE INSTALLATION PROCEDURES

15.1 General

During all construction works of pipeline, the Contractor shall use all necessary
precautions to prevent any damage to protective coating on the pipe. Any
damage to the pipe or the protective coating due to any cause, during installation
of the pipeline and before final acceptance by KOC, shall be repaired in
accordance with clause 13.0 of this Standard and at the Contractor's expense.
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15.2 Pipe Hoisting

Pipe(s) shall be hoisted by means of wide belt type nylon slings or equivalent.
The use of cables, tongs, metal chains or other equipment likely to cause
damage to the PUR insulation shall not be acceptable nor shall dragging or
skidding of the pipe be permitted. The Contractor shall allow inspection of the
PUR insulation on the underside of the pipe, while the pipe is suspended from
the slings.

15.3 Protection during Welding

To avoid any damage to the coating or PUR insulation by hot weld spatter
during welding, a 460 mm (18 inches) wide strip of heat and fire resistant
material shall be wrapped over the top half of the PUR insulated pipe on each
side of the coating hold-back. The welder grounding clamp shall not be
attached to the coated or PUR insulation part of the pipe.

15.4 Test Post Lead, CP Cable, Leak Detection System Connections І2І

15.4.1 The removal of coating and / or PUR insulation, from the bare metal, for test
lead/CP cable attachment shall be limited to the minimum area required for
good connection. The Contractor shall use a suitable tools and method in
cutting and removing the coating and / or PUR insulation to avoid any damage
to the surrounding coating and / or PUR insulation.

15.4.2 Following the attachment of the test lead/CP cable, the entire connection area
and 25 mm on all sides, adjacent to the coating and / or PUR insulation shall be
cleaned, roughened and coated in accordance with clause 13.0 of this
Standard. The repair epoxy coating material to be used shall be either the same
in accordance with or in compatible with the material used on the pipe.

15.4.3 A detailed work procedure shall be submitted for Leak Detection System
Connection, including details for the repair on joint coating.

15.5 Pipe Bedding and Trench Backfill

Pipe bedding and trench geometry, including the backfilling procedure, back
filling material grain size and non-uniformity index, shall be submitted by the
Contractor for KOC approval. In any case the backfilling material shall not
contain damaging organic material. Sharp-edged grains, which may damage
pipe and joints shall not be present in the backfilling material.

16.0 QUALITY ASSURANCE

16.1 The PUR insulation material Manufacturer and the Contractor shall operate
quality system to ensure that the requirements of this Standard are achieved.
The quality system shall preferably be based on ISO 9000 series of standards.
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16.2 The Manufacturer and Contractor shall demonstrate compliance by providing a

copy of the accredited certificate or the Manufacturer's and Contractor's quality
manual.

16.3 Verification of a Manufacturer's or Contractor's quality system is normally part of

the pre-qualification procedures, and is therefore not detailed in the core text of
this Standard.

17.0 DOCUMENTATION

17.1 General

17.1.1 All correspondences, drawings, instructions, data sheets, design calculations, or

any other information shall be in English language.

17.1.2 All dimensions, units of measurement, physical constants, etc. shall be in SI

units, unless otherwise specified.

17.2 Work Proposal

17.2.1 The Contractor shall submit his proposal for all aspects of work, for the review
and approval of KOC prior to commencement. This will include the following:

a) Information on work location, personnel, materials, equipments and the

procedures proposed for surface preparation and PUR insulation
application.
b) Manufacturer’s technical data sheets, safety data sheets, material analysis
certificate and laboratory test certificates for PUR insulation materials and
material applied on test specimens.
c) Evaluation of all hazards and provision of proposals to meet KOC’s HSE
Policy. This is applicable to field welded joints surface cleaning and coating.
d) Inspection and testing plans, procedures, personnel and equipment.
e) Specific repair proposal to satisfy the requirements of clause 13.0 of this
Standard.

17.2.2 The Contractor shall operate a comprehensive recording and reporting system
on all aspects of surface preparation, PUR insulation application, inspection and
testing. The data shall be set out on a PUR insulation record and data sheet
within 24 hours of carrying out a specific work.

17.3 Final Report

A final report shall be submitted on completion of the PUR insulation works. The
report shall include a summary on all works performed and the final results of
inspection and testing performed.
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

This Standard has been approved by the Standards Technical Committee (STC)
consisting of the following:

Mr. Hamzah Ahmad Standards Team Chairman

Mr. Mohd. Emam Insp. & Corr. Team (S&E) Deputy Chairman
Mr. A. Unnikrishnan Standards Team Secretary / Member
Mr. Abdul R. Al-Shamari Insp. & Corr. Team (N&WK) Member
Mr. Fakhar Al-Zalzalah Technical Expertise Team Member
Mr. Daniel Pino Utilities Team Member
Mr. Haithem Aboughaith Gen. Projects Team Member
Mr. Gopal Murthy Opns. Tech. Svcs. (WK) Team Member
Mr. Mohd. Aslam Imadi Technical Expertise Team Member
Mr. G. Unnikrishnan Technical Expertise Team Member
Mr. Nandkumar Aravind HSE Systems Team Member
Mr. Abdulla Al-Yousef Project Mgmt. Team (NK) Member
Mr. Richard Arthur Info. Tech. Planning Team Member

The Rev. 1 of this Standard had been circulated to the KOC User Teams for review
and the responses were received from the following:

ENGINEERING GROUP TECHNICAL SVCS. DIRECTORATE

Team Leader Design Team Leader HSE (TS)

MAJOR PROJECTS GROUPS (I & II) INDUSTRIAL SVCS. GROUP

Team Leader Major Projects - IV Team Leader Insp. & Corr. (S&EK)
Team Leader Project Support Team Leader Insp. & Corr. (N&WK)

AHMADI SERVICES GROUP SECURITY & FIRE GROUP

Team Leader Project Design Team Leader Fire

OPERATIONS GROUP (SK) OPERATIONS GROUP (EK)

Team Leader Opns. Tech. Svcs. Team Leader Opns. Tech. Svcs.

OPERATIONS GROUP (NK) GAS MGMT. GROUP

Team Leader Maintenance Team Leader Consumer Networks

EXPORT & MARINE OPNS. GROUP DRILLING OPNS. GROUP

Team Leader HSE (E&MO) Team Leader Drlg. & W/Over Svcs.

SUPPORT SVCS. GROUP (NK) SUPPORT SVCS. GROUP (S&EK)

Team Leader HSE (NK) Team Leader General Projects

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SUPPORT SVCS. GROUP (WK) OPNS. SUPPORT GROUP (S&EK)

Team Leader HSE (WK) Team Leader HSE (S&EK)

HSE GROUP

Team Leader HSE Systems

Team Leader H&E
Team Leader Safety

Task Force Responsible for the Revision of this Standard

The revision of this Standard has been entrusted by the Standards Technical Committee
(STC) to the Task Force No. (TF-PC/02) comprising of the following members:

Mr. Abdul R. Al-Shamari TPL Corrosion Specialist (I) TF Leader Tel. No. 65406
Mr. Mohd. Emam Snr. Specialist (Insp. & Corr.) Member Tel. No. 63693
Mr. Hasan Sabri TPL Corrosion Specialist (II) Member Tel. No. 65434
Mr. Amer Jaragh Snr Corrosion Engineer Member Tel. No. 65428