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CONTENTS

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SCOPE OF WORK RELATED ACTIVITIES AND METHOD STATEMENTS HEALTH AND SAFETY ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL TRAINING AND COMPETENCE OF PERSONNEL PROCESS DOCUMENTATION QUALITY SURVEILLANCE PERSONNEL EQUIPMENT MATERIALS REPORTS & RECORDS CLOSE OUT OF ACTIVITIES APPENDIX

APPENDIX A RISK ASSESSMENT APPENDIX B ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT APPENDIX C / 1 Authorization to Carry Out Cleaning and Gauging Form APPENDIX C / 2 Pre Start Check List APPENDIX C / 3 Cleaning and Gauging Acceptance Certificate APPENDIX C / 4 Gauge Plate Handover Certificate APPENDIX D / 1 - Typical Brush Cleaning Pigs APPENDIX D / 2 - Sketch of Typical Cleaning Pig and Brush Pig APPENDIX D / 3 - Sketch of Typical Brush Cleaning Pig Complete with Magnets and Gauge Plate APPENDIX D / 4 Sketch of Pig Support Skid Unit
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APPENDIX D / 5 Sketch of Pig Launcher and Receiver 42 APPENDIX D / 6 Sketch of Pig Launcher and Receiver 46 APPENDIX E - Sketch of Typical Site Layout for Equipment and Machinery APPENDIX F Safety Valve Certification

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1.0 1.0 SCOPE OF WORK The purpose of this document is to describe the method to be used for the Cleaning and Gauging Operation of individual sections of installed pipeline, prior to hydrotesting, as defined in the Contract Specifications for the AGT PIPELINES PROJECT No: 410088. Scope of this method statement includes: Evaluation of the conditions of work. Evaluation of equipment required.

The Contractor shall carry out the works with its own equipment and personnel. The Contractor will ensure that this work is carried out safely.

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RELATED ACTIVITIES AND METHOD STATEMENTS

BTC004-B010-SA-PLN-00001 BTC004-B010-SA-PLN-00018 BTC003-B001-SA-MAN-00001 BTC004-B010-SA-PLN-00006 BTC004-B010-SA-PLN-00007 BTC004-B010-SA-PLN-00010 BTC004-B010-SA-PLN-00012 BTC004-B010-SA-PRO-00003 BTC003-B001-SA-PLN-00007 410088/00/L/PL/SP/023 410088/00/L/PL/SP/010 BTC004-B010-CM-PRO-00056 BTC004-B010-CM-PRO-00018 BTC004-B010-CM-PRO-00020 BTC004-B010-CM-PRO-00058 410088/00/L/PL/MI/001 thru 007

Project Health & Safety Plan Project Health Execution Plan H & S Field Manual HSE-Management /HSE Professional Training Program Emergency Response Plan Personal Health Program (Pipeline) HSE Training Program (Pipeline) Safety Procedure for PPE Transport Management Plan Pipeline Testing, Pre-Commissioning and Commissioning Specification Pipeline Construction Specifications Working on Slopes in Mountainous Terrain Trenching Working in Close Proximity of Overhead Cables Working on Boulder Field Construction Drawings

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HEALTH AND SAFETY All personnel working on the Cleaning and Gauging operation will comply with the HSE rules, general and site specific and be fully trained by CONTRACTOR. Personnel will also adhere to the regulations including all items listed in the Risk Assessment - APPENDIX A. The H&S personnel compliance shall be certified by the carrying of the Project Safety Passport.

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The safety representative will monitor the activities and shall advise and assist the site Construction Manager with regard to implementation of the overall project safety programme. He will assist the Cleaning and Gauging Supervisor with daily tool box meetings where appropriate, in order to reinforce and explain the importance and philosophy of safety. Tool Box Talks subject matter shall be recorded together with names of attendees. The generic risk assessment for this Method Statement is attached as APPENDIX A. Specific Risk Assessments shall be performed for each location where different conditions and/or terrain are encountered. Minimum requirements are listed in the following: 4.0 Safety footwear with steel toecaps and non skid soles. Safety Helmet. Reflective waistcoat / jacket. Eye Protection. Gloves Ear Protection

ENVIRONMENTAL The Environmental and Social Management System Manual details the policy to be adopted for all environmental issues. This includes Inspection and Audit schedules and monitoring commitments. A copy of all Environmental Operational Control Procedures shall be kept at site. The job related Environmental Impact Assessment for this Method Statement is attached as APPENDIX B. The Environmental Operational Control Procedures to be used in conjunction with this procedure are: EP 101 Training EP102 Reporting EP104 Monitoring EP108 Plant and vehicle maintenance EP201 Pollution prevention and control-land EP202 Pollution prevention and control-air EP 209 Storage and Bunding EP 213 Noise EP220 Refueling EP404 Soils EP417 Wetlands EP301 Waste management EP501 Emergency Procedures in the Event of a Pollutant Spill

The Environmental Operational Control Plans to be used in conjunction with this Procedure are: BTC004-B010-EV-PLN-00001 Rev 01 Reinstatement Management Plan Landscape Management Plan BTC004-B010-EV-PLN-00002 Rev 01 BTC004-B010-EV-PLN00003 Rev 04 Pollution Prevention Management Plan BTC004-B010-EV-PLN00005 Rev 03 Waste Management Plan
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Furthermore, the Construction Constraints And Concerns Georgia Doc. No. 410088/30/L/PL/SH/015 should be consulted and adhered to throughout the scope of work described in the following method statement.

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TRAINING AND COMPETENCY OF PERSONNEL Training by the CONTRACTOR of all persons involved with the Cleaning and Gauging operations shall be carried out by competent, qualified instructors and will be purpose specific. Individuals will be tested and assessed before graduating to the Cleaning and gauging crew and field operations. Certificates of training and competency will be issued to the personnel and records of the Training process shall be available for scrutiny throughout the Cleaning and Gauging operations. Individual training sessions shall be carried out for specialized tasks such as Working with Compressed Air for individuals working within the Cleaning and Gauging Operations. Documentation available but not limited to: HSE Passport for all employees. Heavy Equipment Operator Certificates. Medium/Light Vehicle Driver Certificates. Swampers/Helpers Certificates.

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PROCESS 6.1 General Cleaning of the pipeline is required to remove construction debris, deleterious matter and other foreign objects from the within the pipeline. This is achieved by propelling cleaning pigs through the sections (not longer than 10 km) by means of only compressed air. These pigs are fitted with magnets and brushes and drive the debris etc ahead of them, cleaning the pipe. After the initial cleaning runs, a gauging run will be carried out on the section, this may be carried out in conjunction with a final cleaning run, should it be found that the gauge condition is unacceptable, another cleaning and gauging run shall be performed. Gauging will detect if the pipe is out of round or if there are any buckles or dents that may have been caused during construction and installation. The gauging is achieved by passing an aluminium gauging plate of a pre-determined diameter through the pipe section, the plate being fastened to a suitable pig. Deformation of the plate on completion of the run would indicate an unacceptable reduction of the internal diameter. Bi-Directional Pigs are fitted only with flat discs. 6.2 Preparation for Cleaning and Gauging Upon completion of construction of the section and back filling, preparation will be made for cleaning and gauging runs.

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Two pigs will be assembled with brushes and one pig will be assembled with magnetic cleaning attachments and the machined gauging plate. All Pigs shall be fitted with magnets.

The gauging plate will have a diameter equivalent to 95% of the minimum internal diameter of the relevant pipeline section. The thickness of the manufactured aluminium plate is 13mm. Definitions (see Appendix D for diagrams) o The first pig:- 4 cup discs and one brush. This pig will be fitted with a transmitter in the front for location in the pipeline should it become lodged. The second pig:- 4 cup discs and also one brush including magnets. The third pig:- Bi-Di and the gauging plate

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Certified or Tested Pig launching and receiving test ends will be attached to each end of the section to be tested. Each pig will be loaded into the test end by using an excavator. A pressure gauge will be fitted to both the launching and receiving test ends and will be used throughout the pigging operations to monitor the pig movements and back pressure. All instrumentation to be used will have a current certificate of calibration, these documents shall be presented to Company in a separate document package prior to commencing cleaning and gauging runs. A safety pressure relief valve shall be installed on each test end nearest to the input air compressor with a pressure setting of 4 bar g. In the event that a pig becomes stuck during the cleaning operation, the following actions will be implemented; 1) The air compressor will be shut down and locked off 2) Pressure in the pipeline will be reduced to zero pressure at both ends of the pipeline 3) The project manager and the COMPANY will be informed 4) The low pressure test ends will be cut off and removed from the line and replaced with fully proof tested test ends prior to any attempt to free the pigs by an increase of pressure. Prior to commencement of a cleaning and gauging run, the CONTRACTOR Supervisor will ensure that: Authorization has been obtained from the JV for commencement of cleaning and gauging using the form shown in Appendix C / 1. Carry out checks as listed below and complete the Pre Start Check List shown in Appendix C / 2 Assess the amount of time needed to complete the pressurizing and depressurizing operation in relation to the standard working hours requirement, consideration should be made for the time of day the operation will commence. COMPANY have been given 24 hrs notice of the intention to carry out the works. All Instrumentation to be used has a current certificate of calibration. All hoses and fittings used during Cleaning and Gauging are suitable for the pressures involved and fitted with whip-checks where necessary. Ensure that the pipe work, and any valves and fittings in place are correctly assembled.

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All necessary safety precautions are in place, such as test launcher and receiver areas have been cordoned off with bunting and warning signs are in place to prevent unauthorized access to the area. Ensure that adequate lighting is in place and working correctly. Ensure that access and egress from the working area is free from clutter, ladders are placed in the correct location and secured. A Toolbox Talk on the operations about to take place has been carried out.

6.3 Cleaning and Gauging run Before commencing the air pressurisation activity a pre agreed valve status shall be established and signed off at both ends of the section and communications established between both locations. Pressure will be regulated with permanent, trained / experienced personnel at the receiver, taking care of pressure gauges and opening and closing discharge valves. Gauge plates shall be uniquely marked with permanent markers prior to inserting into the pipeline, photographic evidence shall be made prior to insertion. A prefabricated vent shall be installed and directed to selected safe area. A recipient for debris collection will be situated at the receiver area and silencing will be included. Debris collected in the receiver shall be collected and disposed of in accordance with approved environmental procedures. With the use of purpose made vent and collection receptacle, airborne particles shall be kept at an acceptable minimum. Prior to launch of the pigs, a front pressure of 2 bar maximum. shall be introduced into the pipeline section ahead of the pigs. Once this has been achieved the first pig shall be launched. (brush pig with transmitter) in order to prove the section for passage. When the first pig is received, the second pig (brush pig) will be launched. After a period of one hour, the final pig will be launched. The timing of the pig launching will be recorded and the progress will be monitored by way of the pressure recording equipment connected to the receiving end. During the passage of the pigs, the front pressure at the receiving end shall be maintained at 2 to 3 bar by regulating the discharge valve. On receipt of the final pig, the pipeline section will be depressurised and the receiving test end flange removed for extraction of the pigs. The removal of the pigs shall be done in the presence of a COMPANY representative who shall be given the opportunity to examine the pig for cleanliness and the gauging plate for deformation. Equipment shall be on hand to assist in extraction and handling of pig assemblies, this shall also include a purpose built skid to support the pig assembly for storage, transportation and maintenance work. A photographic record shall be made of the gauging plate following removal from the Pig Assembly. The photographs shall clearly showing areas of damage and including a means of referencing the photo to the line section in which the plate was run, the gauge plate shall be marked up where damage is evident using a permanent marker and photographed for record. In the event that a damaged gauge plate is received, another confirmatory gauging run will take place in that section. Should the second gauge plate also be received in a damaged condition, the pipeline section shall be inspected with a geometric inspection pig to locate the defect and shall be repaired and a subsequent gauging run performed.
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If the cleanliness is not acceptable, subsequent cleaning runs will take place. The cleanliness shall be acceptable when the magnets of the pigs are covered with only a small film of ferrous debris and the condition of the pigs and gauge plate are free of debris. Should the gauge plate and the cleanliness prove to be satisfactory, the section will then be prepared for filling and hydrostatic testing. In all circumstances, the form in Appendix C / 3 shall be completed for each cleaning and gauging run. The section that has been cleaned, gauged and accepted shall be sealed at each open end to maintain cleanliness until the section is hydrotested and / or tied-in, each end shall be sealed using night caps with stainless steel banding or a purpose made steel plate shall be welded on. 7.0 DOCUMENTATION

The documentation required to enable the Cleaning and Gauging to proceed, in compliance with project safety and environmental conditions shall be available at the job site. Documentation will include but is not limited to: The Method Statement Pipeline Alignment Sheets Records / Report Sheets Equipment Certificates Vehicle Certificates Personnel Certificate Project Health and Safety Plan BTC004-B010-SA-PLN-00001 Emergency Response Plan BTC004-B010-SA-PLN-00007 Project Health Execution Plan BTC004-B010-SA-PLN-00018 Health and Safety Field Manual BTC003-B010-SA-MAN-00001 8.0 QUALITY SURVEILLANCE

COMPANY and CONTRACTOR Inspectors will be present at the Cleaning and Gauging operation in order to ensure that operations are carried out to the specified requirements. 9.0 PERSONNEL

Key personnel responsible for safe and effective execution of the Cleaning and Gauging operation will include but are not limited to: Construction Manager: Overall responsibility for all construction and construction related activities including HSE on the Pipeline project. Spread Boss: Organization of the Cleaning and Gauging schedule and operation. Responsible for maintaining the integrity of the pipeline. Implementation of Cleaning and Gauging operation, procedures, methods, and schedule.
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Supervisor:

Coordination of equipment and vehicle movements. Coordination of all methods of communication, radio, mobile phone etc. between personnel. Supervise and maintain all aspects of HSE and the requirements thereof.

Responsible for Cleaning and Gauging of pipeline. Responsible for communication of all required actions necessary for a safe and effective operation. Oversee all operatives, helpers, labourers in the application of their duties and the adherence to safe practice. 10.0 EQUIPMENT Excavator 2 ea Compressors (output 17 bar) 2 ea 4WD-cars Back-hoe or Crane (when required) Compressor Hoses Debris Collection Receptacle Discharge Silencer 2 x 600 cfm compressors 2 x 900 cfm compressors Two 4 x 4 Jeeps 1 x Personnel Bus 1 x Welding Truck Bolting up tools

11.0 MATERIALS 2 Cup-Pigs with brushes and magnets 1 Bi-Di Pig Replacement Cup Discs and Flat Discs 2 Low pressure test ends

12.0 REPORTS AND RECORDS APPENDIX C / 1 Authorization to Carry Out Cleaning and Gauging Form APPENDIX C / 2 Pre Start Check List APPENDIX C / 3 Cleaning and Gauging Acceptance Certificate APPENDIX C / 4 Gauge Plate Handover Certificate

13.0 CLOSE OUT OF ACTIVITIES Acceptance of Cleaning and Gauging, Acceptance Reports Signed by Contractor and Company.
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14.0 APPENDICES APPENDIX A - RISK ASSESSMENT APPENDIX B ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT APPENDIX C / 1 - Authorization to Carry Out Cleaning and Gauging Form APPENDIX C / 2 - Pre Start Check List APPENDIX C / 3 - Cleaning and Gauging Acceptance Certificate APPENDIX C / 4 Gauge Plate Handover Certificate APPENDIX D / 1 - Typical Brush Cleaning Pigs APPENDIX D / 2 - Sketch of Typical Cleaning Pig and Brush Pig APPENDIX D / 3 - Sketch of Typical Brush Cleaning Pig Complete with Magnets and Gauge Plate APPENDIX E Sketch of Typical Site Layout for Equipment and Machinery APPENDIX F - Safety Valve Certification

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APPENDIX A - RISK ASSESSMENT


AGT Pipeline Project Spie Petrofac Risk Assessment/Mitigation Register Document Title: Risk Assessment Document type: Risk Assessment for Cleaning and Gauging Document Owner: Action Owner: JV (Supervisor) Roger Rizk / JVHS Manager Actions Register # Action Register # Pre Mitigation Su Res Post Mitigation For Im A
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WORKING HOURS Working hours: Daylight Breaks: Lunch Break 1200Hrs to 1300 Hrs Rest Break 10.00 to 10.15 and 15.30 to 15.45 AUTHORISED VISITORS TO THE WORK PLACE Slips trips and fall

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Manual laborers 5minutes break every hour

RADIO COMMUNICATION

No visitor shall be allowed onto the ROW to visit the work activity unless they have completed a Spie Capag-Petrofac Visitors Safety Induction. Their attendance to the induction must be documented and available for inspection. Visitors must wear appropriate PPE at all times when they are on site. Visitors must be accompanied by a member of the Spie-Petrofac workforce at all times Site Supervisors and Testing personnel vehicles will be fitted with VHF Radios. In addition Mobile Phones will be provided for: 1) 2) 3) Site Supervisors Medical Staff All the above will have a list of telephone numbers

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MEDICAL MEDICAL PROVIDER IS MEDI CLUB

required to deal with any emergency Medi Club will provide : 1) One Doctor who has had paramedic training, plus one Driver with Ambulance fully equipped for emergency, trauma and crash extraction. 2) Camps, Clinic in each camp 3) Due to the fact that the local hospitals cannot provide a acceptable level of emergency health care, serious cases will be conveyed to the Medi Club Clinic in Tbilisi Medical team in camps and on site Ambulances on site equipped withTrauma Responder kits and extraction equipment to deal with trauma and shock, crewed by doctors and paramedics examinations, vaccinations Induction training. Advanced First Aider

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EMERGENCY SITUATION In the event of an emergency situation arising Fire M The workforce will conform with the Project Emergency Response Plan Employees shall cease work immediately and assemble at designated Emergency Assembly Point There are 2 Fire Appliances available to be sited at strategic locations on the project. Approved Fire Extinguisher is available for all classes of fire relative to the work being undertaken. All employees shall be trained in basic fire fighting awareness training. All work will be carried out under General Work Permit Wear the appropriate PPE. Use the Three Point Method for entering and exiting equipment at height. Use the steps and hand holds which are fixed to the machinery. Ensure that suitable ladders are available for use when ascending onto trailers. Page 12 of 29 L Constru Site Su

LOADING PIPE CLEANING EQUIPMENT Struck by, and crush injuries when loading Equipment. Slips and shifting machinery sliding off trucks. Tripping and falling from equipment.

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Head concussion. Eye exposure IDENTIFIED HAZARD: UNSAFE LOADING OF PIGS INTO LANUCHER. ASSOCIATED RISKS: Personal Injury or Fatality Property Damage

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Always load and unload on level terrain if possible A competent person to assist A competent person to give signals to the crane operator. The crane operator shall be certified. Crane operator to do daily documented equipment check. Ensure that the cranes out riggers are extended fully and secured besides using proper out rigger mats. Competent person to inspect ground conditions for possible subsidence. Ensure the crane and lifting equipment have been checked, maintained, and certified. Ensure that swing radius area is barricaded off. Ensure there is sufficient work crew available to carry out any manual handling that may be required. All work to be carried out under the direct supervision of the testing supervisor. Ensure that there are no unauthorised personnel in the work area. Defensive Driving Training Course Journey Management Defensive driving toolbox talks. Drivers will use seat belts. Driver takes rest periods from driving at the correct intervals. All vehicles will be equipped with First Aid Kits and Warning Triangles. All trucks shall be driven with their headlights on. If conditions require, then they will use their emergency flashers. Flagmen will be located at strategic points in villages along the route. Foreman to inspect work area before work activity commences. Drivers to do daily documented vehicle checks The equipment operator shall be certified) The equipment shall be certified) Equipment operators shall perform daily documented equipment inspections Equipment found with any defects shall be withdrawn from service until it has been repaired) Before work activity commences, the work crew will be given Tool Box Talks on the hazards and potential hazards of working with Cleaning and Gauging Materials and Equipment. Ensure the crane, excavator, and lifting equipment have been checked, maintained, and certified. A competent person to sling the load. A competent person to give signals to the crane operator. Only authorized personnel to be in the work area. Welders shall wear appropriate PPE. Welders helpers will wear safety glasses and full-face visor when using grinders or wire brushes. Only trained and approved persons to use power grinders fitted with guards All generators and lighting plants to be grounded. All plugs to be correct fitting. All cables to be free from insulation cuts, cracks and joints. Appliances to be grounded if not Double insulated, or use a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter. Always route cables and hoses away from walk areas to prevent tripping hazards Ensure that a suitable fire extinguisher is at the work place. Ensure that the crane, excavator, or side boom operator has been trained and approved. A competent person to sling the load. A competent person to give signals to the crane operator. Clear crane swing hazard area of unauthorized personnel and set barrier tape. Display signs stating that Pigging and pressure testing is taking place. Ensure that there are no unauthorized people in the area. Wear appropriate PPE. Ensure that if special permits are required for cleaning and gauging that the permit has been activated and a copy is at the site

TRANSPORTING EQUIPMENT TO ROW Vehicle accident related trauma. Effects range from minor to lethal. Struck by and crush injuries during road travel, and loading and unloading equipment. Vehicle and pedestrian interface. Non-project drivers. Difficult driving conditions e.g. steep terrain through mountainous regions

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INSPECTION OF WORK AREA AND EQUIPMENT Slips, Trips, and Falls

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LOAD THE PIGS INTO A TEST END Slips, trips and falling into ditch. Hand and Finger injuries. Strains and Sprains Struck by moving equipment WELD ON TEST ENDS Flash burns (Arc eye) Radiation burns. Electrical hazards. Slips, trips and falls. Flying objects, Airborne particles. Fire and Explosion

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SET UP COMPRESSORS Struck by moving construction equipment. Falling objects Slips, trips and falling into ditch. Flying objects, Airborne particles

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INSTALL HOSES Slips, trips and falling into ditch. Hand and Finger injuries. Hernias, Back injury. Bruised, lacerated, fractured hands and fingers. OPEN THE CORRECT MAIN LINE VALVES Struck by burst pressurized Air hoses Noise Exposure H

Check for any unknown hazards. Only authorized personnel to be in the work area. All hose connectors to have safety wires fitted

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LAUNCH THE PIG Struck by burst pressurized Air hoses. Noise Exposure.

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OPEN AND CLOSE THE CORRECT MAIN LINE VALVES Struck by burst pressurized Air hoses. Noise Exposure.

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LAUNCH CLEANING PIG OR GAUGING PIG. Struck by burst pressurized Air hoses. Noise Exposure.

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RECEIVE PIGS, DEPRESSURISE PIGGING SECTION. Struck by burst pressurized Air hoses. Slips, trips and falling into ditch. Noise exposure Airborne pollution (Dust) Flying objects REMOVE THE PIGS AND GAUGING PLATE FROM THE TEST END Hand and Finger injuries. Strains and Sprains DEMOBILIZATION

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Ensure that no personnel place their head over the top of a valve when working on it. Only approved testing personnel to carry out the following operations. Operate main line valves (Open and Close them) Remove valve plugs under pressure. To lock and secure them. Attach and sign tags Wear appropriate PPE. Ensure that no personnel place their head over the top of a valve when working on it. Only approved testing personnel to carry out the following operations. Operate main line valves (Open and Close them) Remove valve plugs under pressure. Check that all hose connectors have safety wires fitted. Wear appropriate PPE. Ensure that no personnel place their head over the top of a valve when working on it. Only approved testing personnel to carry out the following operations. Operate main line valves (Open and Close them) Check that all hose connectors have safety wires fitted. Wear appropriate PPE Inform all personnel by radio, Toolbox Talks and displayed signs that air pigging is in progress. Ensure that no personnel place their head over the top of a valve when working on it. Only approved testing personnel to carry out the following operations. Operate main line valves (Open and Close them) Check that all hose connectors have safety wires fitted. Wear appropriate PPE. Wear appropriate PPE. (Ear protection) Install Barriers around Test End receiver area. Install warning signs Ensure only authorized personnel to be in the work area. Do not attempt to cut off test end until the section being pigged is depressurized. Communicate with the foreman at the Launcher area to shut off the Compressor. A competent person to control the operation Use the correct tools Ensure only authorized personnel to be in the work area.

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APPENDIX B - Environmental Impact Assessment


ACTIVITY Delivery of fuel and other hazardous substances ASPECT AUAVOIDABLE CONSEQUENCE Hazardous substances on Site. Hazardous substances on public highways Use of fossil fuels ASPECT DUE TO MISHANDLING, NONCOMPLIANCE Spills and Leaks POTENTIAL ADVERSE IMPACT Ground and Water contamination from toxic substances Danger to road users Ground and Water contamination from toxic substances PREVENTION RE Supervision by compe Traffic Management P watercourses and dra location. Adequate supply of sp Refuel as much as is p bowsers to carry adeq funnels. Refueling only person. Refueling not watercourse. Designated people on regular checks (rather out Plant Maintenance Extreme care use of v sensitive areas. EPA A

Refueling

Spills and leaks

Plant Maintenance

Use of, and draining off, diesel and oils on site

Spills and leaks

Ground and Water contamination from toxic substances

Traffic during Construction period

Increase of traffic to roads. Heavy traffic on small roads and effect on air quality from emissions. Wear and tear to roads and verges Waste production. Fuel Use and production of substances with Global Warming Potential (GWP) Emission of noxious gases. Production of substances with GWP Noise emissions Waste produced

Poor vehicle maintenance and inappropriate handling of vehicles exacerbates impact.

Vehicle and plant operations Use of compressed air Welding

Excessive air pollution and effect on local and global climate Excessive disturbance Failure to segregate and dispose of waste appropriately. Spills and leaks

Excessive noise, vibrations, dust and emissions and an increase in disturbance and danger to people and wildlife. Road surface damaged. Contributes to climatic disruption Excessive fuel use and production of substances with GWP. Environmental degradation

Strict compliance with agreed working hours and avoidance of busy much haulage as poss Maintenance Program indicating routes and s reinstatement of roads Protection of Ambient Implement Plant Main frequent Vehicle and p Pollution Act 1987 (Air EPA Act 1992, IPC Lo Regular and efficient p Screening and silencin All waste to be brough appropriate skips. EA Guidelines, Duty o Stored in safe, design Located away from wa Tanks with containme Adequate supply of sp Locks on fuel tanks Designated personnel EA Guidelines All waste to be segreg polythene sacks and b waste containers in th 1996 (EC Amendment Separate and covered labeled Recycle where Waste collected regula Waste Management A

Distress to wildlife and people Uncontrolled waste on site, detrimental to animals, possibly toxic to plants and soil. Failure of Duty of Care Ground and Water contamination from toxic substances

Fuel and Oil Storage

Hazardous material on site

Waste Collection

Waste generation

Waste material left on site

Waste Storage and Disposal

Storage of possible hazardous substances. Use of finite landfill space

Failure to classify and segregate waste. No recycling policy

Uncontrolled waste on site, detrimental to animals, possible toxic to plants and soil. Failure of Duty of Care. Uncontrolled waste on site, detrimental to animals, possibly toxic to plants and soil. Failure of Duty of Care Extra costs

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APPENDIX C / 1

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APPENDIX C / 2

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APPENDIX C / 3

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APPENDIX C / 4

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GAGE PLATE HAND OVER CLIENT: BTC CONTRACTOR: SPIE PETROFAC

GAUGING PLATE MARKING: ________________________________________________________________ GAUGING PLATE DIAMETER and THICKNESS: _________________________________________________ GAUGING PLATE CONDITION (Reception): _________________________________________________________________________________________ Gauge Plate previously identified corresponding to gauging of section ___ Kp __________ to KP____________ was verified and accepted. Gauge plate was Hand Over to Company.

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....... SUBCONTRACTOR . SPIE / PETROFAC

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SIGNATURE:

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SIGNATURE: . COMPANY

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Appendix D / 1 Typical Brush Cleaning Pigs


When equipped with a gauging plate, magnets for ferrous debris, they are used to prove pipe roundness and to ensure excessive weld penetration or debris does not exist. Also, they are used to prove minimum bend radius prior to intelligent pig use.

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Appendix D / 2 Sketch of Typical Cleaning Pig and Brush Pig


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P ig D e t a ils ite m 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. m a te ria l p ig b o d y g a u g e p la te c u p d isc s c r e w s w ith s e lf lo c k n u ts h o ld in g f la n g e d is ta n c e d is c m a g n e ts b ru s h w e ig h t: rem a rk s N B 800

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Appendix D / 3 Sketch of Typical Brush Cleaning Pig Complete with Magnets and Gauge Plate
1700mm

2 3

Disc Type may be added in various combinations


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1. Holding Flange 2. Bolts c/w Self Locking Nuts 3. Cup Disc, these can be interchanged with Flexible Sealing Discs. 4. Spacing Piece 5. Gauge Plate 6. Pig Body (NB 800) 7. Brushes with Attached Magnets 8. Magnets 9. Pig Pulling Ring Weight = 350kg

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Appendix D / 4 Sketch of Pig Support Skid Unit

Launcher

Pig

Pig Support Skid Unit

Launcher

Pig Section A A 6 Pipe and Plate 1-1/2 Pipe Skis

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Section A A

Pipeline Cleaning and Gauging

Appendix D / 5 Sketch of Pig Launcher & Receiver 42

Safety Valve Must be installed on each test head nearest to the input compressor setting 4 bar

300

300

300 150

1800 6150# 1/2 2 Pig sigs

42

46x42

56x46

56

56 flange & Blind flange 30mm

700 2300

900 2800

2 150

2 ball valves NPT Class.3000. A105/F316 ball valves NPT Class.3000. A105/F316

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Appendix D / 6 Sketch of Pig Launcher & Receiver 46

Safety Valve Must be installed on each test head nearest to the input compressor setting 4 bar

300

300

300 150

2300 6150# 2Pig sigs 1/2

56x46 46 1100 2600 2800

56

56 flange & Blind flange 30mm

2 150

2 ball valves NPT Class.3000. A105/F316 ball valves NPT Class.3000. A105/F316

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Appendix E Sketch of Typical Site Layout for Equipment and Machinery

COMPRESSOR

COMPRESSOR

LIGHTING TOWERS

ROW Boundary Electronic File Reference: BTC004-B010-CM-PRO-00031 C01


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Appendix F Safety Valve Certification

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