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Subject
Handling and Deployment of Flexpipe in the SOP #: 14-4069 SOP Revision #: 1.0
SOP Title:
Field SOP Related JHA/HAA #: 3002, 3006, 3023 SOP Revision Date: May 6, 2015
Job Title(s) to Perform Task: Field Technician, Contractors
First Created By: Kevin Johnson Title: Regional Operations Manager Signature: Kevin Johnson Date: May 6/15
Last Revised By: Title: Signature: Date:

SOP Type/Category (Inspection, Installation, Re-work, Maintenance, Rentals) Location (Solution Center/Installation Site)
(Select applicable from options above) (Add Department/Area if applicable)
Installation, Re-work Installation Site - Canada/ USA/ International

Approvals
Last HSE Approved By: Title: Signature: Date:
Last Ops Approved By: Title: Signature: Date:
Last Ops Approved By: Title: Signature: Date:

Requirements to Perform Task (To insert symbols use file path I:\HSE Communication\Icons)
Tools / Equipment / Materials / Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Other
Training Description(s) Symbol(s)
Rated Slings/Rigging, Taglines, Fire Resistant & Reflective Personal Gas
Adequate Sized Lifting Equipment Coveralls, Hardhat, Leather Monitor
(Trackhoe/Picker), Flexpipe Installation Gloves, Safety Eyewear, Safety
Guide, A-Frame, Deployment Trailer, Footwear, Hearing Protection,
Chop Saw, Sawzall, End Caps Personal Monitor, Face Shield

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Hazard Awareness (To insert symbols use file path I:\HSE Communication\Icons)
Description(s) Symbol(s)
Slips, Trips, Falls, Pinch Points, Overhead Loads, Reel movement, High Pressure Hydraulics, Heavy
Lifting, Stored Energy - Pipe Memory, Moving Equipment, Sharp Tools, Hot Work, Flying Debris

Purpose

To assist the worker in the safe and efficient deployment of Flexpipe Spoolable Products in the field and to avoid damage to equipment, pipe or
people.

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Procedure
Step # Description Picture
UNLOADING REELS
Find a suitable spot to park the trailer prior to unloading the reels. Ensure that it is a flat
level surface, out of the way of other traffic.
Block reels prior to removing the straps to prevent them from rolling.
Attach Tagline to reel that is to be lifted, and after inspecting, attach adequately rated
lifting device (slings/chains/shackles etc) to reel at appropriate lift points. ***REFER to
1 Flexpipe Installation Guide Section 2.2 Unloading Reels for more details***
Remove straps/chains only from reel that is to be lifted.
Using hand signals direct picker/hoe operator and lift reel slowly off the trailer.
Clear area of uneccessary personnel.
Ensure all personnel in the area are aware of the overhead loads and stay clear until reel
is set down.
Ensure that reel is properly blocked to keep it from rolling/sinking once on the ground.

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Step # Description Picture

LOADING REELS INTO A-FRAME
Remove the racheting load binders that secure the support shaft to the Aframe.
Lift the shaft from A-frame using picker/hoe. Slide the appropriate size spacer onto the
shaft and insert shaft into the reel using the picker/hoe to support the weight of it. Slide the
other spacer onto the shaft on the other side of the reel.
Attach lifting device (slings/chains/shackles etc) to appropriate lift points on the reel.
Attach tagline and lift reel slowly keeping it as close to the ground as possible.
Guide reel into the Aframe using taglines and make sure that it is centered in the saddles
prior to setting it down.
Secure with racheting load binders.
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LOADING REELS ONTO DEPLOYMENT TRAILER
Remove support shaft from trailer and insert into reel as mentioned above. Ensure
spacers are in place and secured with safety pins.
Hook trailer up to suitable tow vehicle (sideboom/One Ton etc). Ensure hitch is locked
using safety pin and attach safety chains. Remove Jack and place in transport position on
the hitch.
Using a landguide back the trailer into position with the lifting arms in the lowered position.
Once lifting arms are centered under the support bar, raise the lifting arms using the
hydraulics until they come in contact with the support shaft. Lift high enough that the shaft
locks in place and secure with chains. Insert the pins to secure for transport.
** Refer to Deployment Trailer Operators Manual for further information**

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Step # Description Picture

PIPE DEPLOYMENT from stationary A-Frame/Trailer
Secure the end of the pipe to equipment using sling or other approved method as
described in the Flexpipe Installation manual Section 5.4 Stinging Methods.
When unspooling ensure someone is watching for issues at the pull point whenever
possible so that pipe doesn’t pull free.
Ensure good communication with operator while unspooling and unspool pipe by pulling at
slow, steady pace with no sudden stops or starts.
Stay clear of reel while deploying and watch for any issues at the reel (ie slack, damage
etc). Stop and inspect if anything abnormal is noticed as it may be difficult to find later.
Be aware when you are getting close to the end of the reel and restrain the end if
necessary to avoid it coming dislodged from the reel.
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PIPE DEPLOYMENT from moving A-Frame/Trailer
Secure the pipe end to stationary object using sling or other approved method as
described in Flexpipe Installation manual Section 5.4 Stringing Methods.
Drive away slowly to ensure that pipe is anchored securely. Continue unspooling at a
slow, steady pace until desired length or the end of the reel is reached.

NOTE: Avoid moving trailer across side slopes or steep inclines/declines. Spot the trailer
and pull across these sections if possible.

CUTTING OF PIPE
Cut pipe using either Sawzall or Chop Saw and restrain the pipe to keep it from springing
when cut is completely through.
**Refer to manufacturers Operators Manual for instructions on operating saws**

4 Nite cap the end following Flexpipe Nite Capping procedure as described in the Flexpipe
Installation Guide Section 2.4 Storage of Reels
If reel still has pipe left on it secure the end to the reel using rope or polyken tape.

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LOWERING PIPE INTO TRENCH
Attach a set of cradles/sling to side boom/track hoe and around the pipe.
Clear the area of unnecessary personnel and equipment and check to make sure there is
no one working in the trench.
Proceed to lower pipe into trench using the side boom/track hoe.
5 Make sure that all personnel is on the work side of the ROW when lowering in to avoid
being struck/tripped by the pipe as it is being lowered in.
As slack is encountered, pull it out to the end in short sections or "snake" it in the trench.

Comments
Reference Flexpipe Systems Installation Guide

Revision Log
Revision # Revision Description Revised By Revision Date

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