SUING Old a UN Chg (00-1 PLU) FOR USE & MAINTENANCE OF BULL LINES SUM MOET TTT Metal (ele) 2 Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited Cr urement aeStandard Operating Procedures for use and maintenance of Bull lines 1. Bull Lines: Bull lines are important component of the drilling rigs used for most critical operation of raising and lowering of the mast and ‘substructure. These wire ropes are specially made along with sockets (spelters) at ends and designed specifically for a particular type of mast and substructure. Failure and wrong utilization of these ropes may lead to catastrophe. Bull lines are also known as mast raising / lifting lines in the field. Note: Same standard operating procedures will be applicable for the wire ropes used separately for raising and lowering of sub structure platforms. 2. Technical specification: Bright (uncoated) basic grade, round strand, preformed, steel wire rope, RHRL (Right Hand Regular Lay), EIPS (Extra Improved Plough Steel), IWRC (Independent wire rope core) conforming to AP! STD - 9A of 2011 (latestissue). For 1 1/8"Dia Bull lines: (Lifting Lines for sub- structures of E-2000, E-1400, E-760 Sky Top Rigs and ARMCUE-1320.) Construction 6x25 FW & classification 6X19. For 1 3/4"Dia Bull lines: (Bull Lines for E-760 Sky Top Rigs) Construction 6x25 FW & classification 6X19. For 2" Dia Bull Lines: (Bull Lines for E-2000 & E-1400 Sky Top Rigs, F-4900 & F-6100 and ARMCUE-1320) Construction 6 x 49 SWS & classification 6x 36. For 2 3/8" (60mm) Dia Bull Lines: Bull Lines for E- 2000, E-1400 & E-760 ranham Rias. Bl 1500. BI 2000 and EV-2000 Rias.) Construction 6 x 49 SWS & classification 6x 36. For 2 3/4" Dia Bull Lines: (Bull Lines for E-3000 Rig) Construction 6 x 49 SWS & classification 6x 36. 3. Important aspects with regard to Bull lines: Bull lines of one rig should never be used on another rig having different specification. ii. Bull lines should be inspected periodically and maintained in a well lubricated condition. The field lubricant should be compatible with original lubricant as recommended by manufacturer. The objective of the rope lubricant is to reduce internal friction and prevent corrosion. iii, Bull lines should never be used for earthings of electrical welding circuit. iv. Bull lines should be protected from corrosive mud system, so while not invie vii. vil. Xi, xii. use the coiled portion of Bull lines should be wrapped in water proof material in hanging position after raising mast. New and unused Bull lines should be wrapped in water proof material & ‘stored in covered shed to protectit from ‘exposure to sun & rain. Storage of Bull lines should be free from dust, steam, chemicals fumes or any other corrosive agentand environment. Each and every rig should have one set of standby Bulllines. Bull lines from reputed manufacturer only should be used. Test report of Bull ines, spelter socket & total assembly should be asked atthe time of purchase and preserved till it's discard. NDT of sockets of the Bull lines should be carried out during every rig building or at least once in a year and maintain proper record. Bull lines should be checked for any physical damage like cracks, kinks, crushing, rusting, worn out etc. before any raising/lowering of mast/sub structure. Make sure that guides and sheaves (pulleys) turn freely as the wire rope moves. All pulleys must be greased before & after use and once in every quarter duringidle period. Bull lines should be protected from abrasion caused by normal movement created during operations. Avoid direct contact of Bull lines with floor. It must be hanged with the mast at the specified position after raising of mast. While tying Bull lines loop on the mast, number of tie points must be at least three to avoid developing sharp bendat the tie point. Further use of rubber protectors/ support at tying/hanging points may be considered, xiii. Avoid formation of loops, kinks and any type of distortion. Care should be taken while transporting the Bull lines to avoid any damage. xiv. Bull lines always must be replaced in complete set. xv, Discarded Bull lines must never be reused for raising and lowering of mast & sub structure unless otherwise certified by authorized person for its re- use. 4. Record keeping of Bull Lines Regular periodic inspections of the Bull ines should be carried out and proper records signed by an authorized person must be maintained. The purpose of inspection is to detect the progression of normal wire rope wear as well as locating areas of damage or abuse in the wire rope and determine whether or not a wire rope may continue to be safely used on that application. The inspection should also include the condition of sheaves (pulleys) with which the ropes make contact. A register containing all details of Bull lines including details of number of raising/ lowering must be kept at the rig and observations, if any during inspection of Bull lines need to be recorded and signed by DIC and Rig building in-charge. Record of Bull lines including spelter socket should also include purchase order number againstwhich it was purchased, name of Manufacturer, date when putin use, date and nature of inspection, date of lubrication etc. 5. Discard policy: The principal factors, which may limit the life of Bull lines, are wear & tear, corrosion, and physical damage. + Wears function of the number of times a mast or substructure is raised and lowered, + Corrosion is related to time and environmental conditions. + Physical damage bears no relation to either wear or corrosion, and may occur atany time. Presence of broken wires, excessive wear, corrosion, mechanical and other damages due to heat, chemical reaction, over loading etc. are the main criteria for discarding Bull lines during use. The following points are useful in determining inspection and replacement procedures. i, Asa safe practice the Bull lines must be replaced after three years or 6 times raising and 6 times lowering of mast whichever is earlier in coastal areas and for other areas the Bull lines must be replaced after five years or 6 times raising and 6 times lowering of mast whichever is earlier. All the sockets of discarded Bull lines must be cut from wire rope to avoid any re-use which may leadto accident. iii, Mast and/or substructure raising lines should be inspected properly before raising or lowering. If at any point of time there is reason to doubt the safe condition of the raising lines, they should be withdrawn from service immediately. Rusty raising lines should be inspected and replaced iffeltnecessary. Areas adjacent to end connection i.e. ‘socket should be examined closely for any evidence of corrosion & physical damage. ;. Bull ines showing kinking, crushing, or any other damage resulting in distortion ofthe rope must be replaced. . Bull lines must be replaced if there is an indication of corrosion. |. Bull lines with any broken wires must be replaced & discarded. If surface wear reduces the measured diameter of the Bull lines at any point to. less than 90 % of the nominal diameter, the Bulllinesmust be discarded. Discoloration of the wires and other evidence of overheating, such as loss of lubrication, pitting of wires caused by electrical arching etc. may be detrimental. Bull lines which have been exposed to excessive temperature for an excessive length of time may have a significantly reduced strength, hence it must be discarded. Institute of Drilling Technology Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited Kaulagarh Road, Dehradun-248195