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TABLE OF CONTENTS

(i)

Summary of Recommendations

(ii)

Report Sections
1.

Section 1 - Drilling Equipment


1.1
1.2
1.3
1.4
1.5
1.6
1.7
1.8
1.9
1.10
1.11
1.12
1.13
1.14
1.15
1.16
1.17
1.18
1.19

2.

Section 2 - Drill String & Handling Equipment


2.1
2.2
2.3
2.4
2.5
2.6
2.7
2.8
2.9
2.10
2.11
2.12
2.13
2.14
2.15
2.16
2.17
2.18
2.19
2.20

3.

Derrick & Substructure


Casing Stabbing Board
Crown Block Assembly
Traveling Block Assembly
Top Drive Drilling System
Swivel
Drawworks
Auxiliary Brake, Electric
Sand Reel
Rotary Table Assembly
Drilling Line Anchor
Drilling Line
Driller's Console & Instrumentation
Ton-Mile Indicator
Drilling Recorder
Rig Floor Hydraulic System
Wire Line Unit
Cement Lines (Piping, hoses or chicksans)
Hand Tools

Slips, Drill Pipe, Drill Collars, Elevators & Casing


Elevator Links
Tongs, Drill Pipe, Drill Collars & Casing (Manual)
Tongs & Casing (Power)
Safety Clamps
Spinning Wrench
Pipe Racking and Handling System
Hydraulic Cathead
Kelly
Kelly Drive Bushing
Master Bushings & Insert Bowls
Upper Kelly Valve or IBOP Valve
Lower Kelly Valve or IBOP Valve
Rig Floor "Gray" Safety Check Valve
Rig Floor "Full Opening" Safety Valve
Drill Pipe & HWDP
Drill Collars
Drilling Subs & Crossovers
Crossover for Rig Floor Stab-In Valves
Fishing Tools

Section 3 - Mud System


3.1
3.2
3.3
3.4
3.5

Mud Pumps
Mud Pits
Mud Mixing & Transfer System
Mud Shearing System
Pit Volume Totalizer System

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3.6
3.7
3.8
3.9
3.10
3.11
3.12
3.13
3.14
3.15
3.16
3.17
4.

Section 4 - Engine Room & Associated Equipment


4.1
4.2
4.3
4.4
4.5
4.6
4.7
4.8
4.9
4.10
4.11
4.12
4.13
4.14
4.15
4.16
4.17
4.18
4.19
4.20

5.

Engine Room Ventilation System


Main Diesel Engines
Engine Instruments
Main Diesel Engine Cooling
Engine Monitoring System Alarms
General
Fuel Transfer Pump
Clean Fuel Transfer Pump
Fuel Centrifuge
Fuel Piping & Valves
Lube Oil Piping & Valves
Potable Water Makers & Purification
Water Purification & Treatment
Potable Water Transfer Pumps & Pressure Reservoir
Rig Service Air System
Air Dryers
Air Receivers
Bilge Monitor
Sewage Treatment System
Pumps

Section 5 - Electrical Systems


5.1
5.2
5.3
5.4
5.5
5.6
5.7
5.8
5.9
5.10
5.11
5.12
5.13
5.14
5.15
5.16
5.17
5.18

6.

Mud Pit Agitators


Mud Process Pits
Shale Shakers
Desander
Desilter
Mud Cleaner
Vaccum Degasser
Poor Boy Mud/Gas Separator
Mud Flow Line Return and Bell Nipple
Trip Tank
Bulk Storage and Transfer System
Stand Pipe Manifold, HP Mud Piping & Valves

Main & Emergency AC Generator Switchboard


Generators
AC Motors
Power Transformers
DC Drive Motors
DC Generators
Main & Emergency Distribution AC Switchboards
Wireways, MCT's, Bulkhead & Deck Penetrations
Shore Power Connection System
Welding Outlets
General Rig Lighting & Wiring
Aircraft Warning Lights
Navigation & Running Lights
Helicopter Area Lighting
Sound Powered Telephone
Rig Telephone & PA System
TV Systems
Emergency Generator

Section 6 - Marine Systems


6.1
6.2
6.3
6.4

Marine Documentation
Manufacturer's & Third Party Documentation
Navigation & Communication Equipment
Storage Areas

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6.5
6.6
6.7
6.8
6.9
6.10
6.11
6.12
6.13
6.14
6.15
6.16
6.17
6.18
6.19
6.20
6.21
6.22
6.23
6.24
6.25
6.26
6.27
6.28
6.29
6.30
6.31
6.32
6.33
6.34
6.35
6.36
6.37
6.38
6.39
6.40
6.41
6.42
6.43
6.44
6.45
6.46
6.47
6.48
6.49
6.50
6.54
6.52
6.53
6.54
6.55
6.56
6.57
6.58
6.59
7.

Fuel Tanks
Ballast Control System
Stability
Hull
Cathodic Protection (Anodes)
Exhaust Stacks
Hatches, Windows, Manholes, Openings & Coamings
Walkays/Platforms
Superstructures
Helicopter Deck /Fueling System
Anchor Racks
Weather Protection
Ventilation (Accomodations & Rig Area Compartments)
Tank Gauging System
Tank Vent & Sounding Tube System
Bilge Piping & Valves
General
Mooring Winch/Windlass Combination
Mooring System Control
Primary & Auxiliary Brake System
Controls, Piping & Valves
Emergency Release System
Mooring Tension Indicating System
Tow Line/Bridle
Emergency Tow Line
Work Boat Back-down/Tie-up System
Anchors
Fairleader
Mooring Wire
Pendant Lines
Chain Link, Kenter/Connecting Links & Shackles
Buoys
Slings & Shackles
Cranes
Billy Pugh Transfer Net (Personnel)
Air Hoist (Tuggers)
Man-Riding Tuggers
Fork Lift/Pallet Lift
Mechanical Winches
Chain Falls
Cargo Containers (Box, Net, Cargo Basket & Burn Baskets)
Hoses - Bulk Mud, Water & Oil
Quarters, Shop Furnishings & Equipment Inspection
Inspection
General Accomodation Room Inspection
Air Conditioning System (Main Quarters)
Galley Exhaust(s)
Quarters' Ventilation System
Fans
Ducting
Refrigeration Compressor System
Walk-in Coolers
Walk-in Freezer
Air Conditioning Pump/Brine Pump (with Motor)
Welding & Burning Practices, Procedures & Equipment

Section 7 - Third Party Equipment


7.1
7.2
7.3
7.4

Cementing System
Well Test Piping & Valves
Burners
Burner Booms

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8.

Section 8 - Motion Compensating Equipment


8.1
8.2
8.3
8.4
8.5
8.6

9.

Section 9 - Maintenance System Evaluation


9.1
9.2
9.3
9.4
9.5
9.6
9.7
9.8

10.

Management Organization & Administration


Measures of Effectiveness
Work Control
Management Information System
Personnel
Logistics Support
Maintenance Tasks / Maintenance Engineering
Spare Parts

Section 10 - Subsea Blowout Prevention Equipment


10.1
10.2
10.3.1
10.3.2
10.3.3
10.3.4
10.4.1
10.4.2
10.5
10.6
10.7
10.8
10.9
10.10
10.11
10.12
10.13
10.14
10.15
10.16
10.17
10.18
10.19
10.20
10.21
10.22
10.23
10.24
10.25

11.

Riser Tensioners - General


Shaffer Riser Tensioners
Guide Lines, Pod/Messenger Line Tensioners
Motion Compensator - General
Shaffer Compensator
High Pressure Air System

General Requirements
Pressure Rating
Ram #1 Blind/Shear Ram
Ram #2 - 3 1/2" x 5 1/2" VBR's
Ram #3 - 5" Pipe Ram
Ram #4 Pipe Rams
Annular Preventers, Upper
Annular Preventers, Lower
BOP Stack Mounted Valves
BOP Control Unit & Remote Panels
Choke & Kill Hoses
Choke Manifold
Manual Choke
Remote Choke & Controls
Diverter System
Clamps, Flanges & Fasteners
Ring Gaskets & Grooves
Connectors
Riser
Telescopic Joint
Riser Adapter
Ball Joint
Rig Positioning Equipment
ROV
BOP Handling System
Rig Floor, Procedures & Regulations
Bulletins
Preventinve Maintenance
Welding

Section 11 - Safety Survey


11.1
11.2
11.3
11.4
11.5
11.6
11.7
11.8
11.9

General Requirements
Personal Protective Equipment
Hospital
Lifesaving Equipment
Lifeboats
Life Rafts
Rescue Boat
Life Preservers & Life Rings
Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus

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11.10
11.11
11.12
11.13
11.14
11.15
11.16
11.17
11.18
12.

Fire Pumps
Fire Fighting Equipment
Inert Gas Fire Fighting Systems
Foam Fire Fighting Systems
Alarms & Detection
Plans, Permits & Supervisor's Requirements
Drills
Records
H2S Requirements

Section 12 - Environmental Audit


12.1
12.2
12.3
12.4
12.5
12.6
12.7
12.8
12.9
12.10
12.11
12.12
12.13
12.14
12.15
12.16
12.17
12.18
12.19
12.20
12.21
12.22
12.23
12.24
12.25
12.26
12.27
12.28
12.29

Environmental Management
General Discharge Control
Rig Floor Discharge
Mud Pump Room
Mud Pit Room
Sack Room/Mud Mixing Area
Shakers
Sand Traps
Trip Tank
Bulk & Fluid Transfer Hoses
Bulk System
Waste Containers
Mud Lab / Mud Logging / Wireline Unit
Koomey Unit
Cement Unit
Production Test Areas
Engine Room
Accommodations
Main Deck
Firefighting
Waste Management
Mud System
Storage Tanks
Diesel Filters/Centrifuges
Oil/Fuel Transfer
Sewage Treatment Equipment
Refrigeration Units (CFC's)
Spill Contingency
Maintenance & Housekeeping

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Summary of Recommendations
DATE

Section 1 Drilling Equipment


1 Mechanical Major Work Scope
Item #
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10

Inspection Requirement
Main Engines, 1,2,3,4
Draw Works and Elmago break
Jacking System
Mud Pump power end
Mud Pump Fuild End
Transverse skidding
Forklift
Air Winches
Iron Rough Neck
Heat exchanger for Drawworks and Elmago break

Findings

Recommendations

Note

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2 Electrical Major Work Scope


Item #

Inspection Requirement

GENERATOR 1

GENERATOR 2

GENERATOR 3

GENERATOR 4

AUXILIARY GENERATOR

EMERGENCY GENERATOR

Findings

Recommendations

Note

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MAIN SWITCHBOARD

SCR

DRAW WORKS

10

TOP DRIVE

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11

MUD PUMPS

12

JACKING SYSTEM

13

AIR - COND / REFRIGERATION

14

SAFETY EQUIPMENT

15
16

SEWAGE TREATMENT PLANT


PIPE RACKING SYSTEM

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3 Marine Major Work Scope


Item #
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9

Inspection Requirement
Jetting line inspection
UWILD for spud can
Pre-load tanks
Cathodic Protection (Anodes) for legs
Anchors
5 Ton crane
Cantiliver and substructure
Bulk system
Radios and communication system

Findings

Recommendations

Note

Recommendations

Note

HSE
Item # Inspection Requirement
1
Smoke sensors to be provided in the
accomodation area
2
Emergency lights not available in escape routes
3
FRC (Fst Rescue Craft)
Paint locker on main deck (port side)
4
5
Portable fire extingishers onboard
6
SCBA sets and Cascade system
7
Derrick man escape device (Gerinimo)
8
Photo illuminated signs
9
Fire stations
10
Pyrotechnics
11
STP
12
Incinerator
13
Oily water seperator
Helideck
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
1
2
3
4
5
6

Helideck
Helideck perimeter lights
Perimeter nets rusted.
Helicopter crash

Fire Fighting
Galley
Electrical connection
Hotplates not working
Galley shutter
Fire suppression system
Drain covers
Mantrap alarm in Veg chiller
Freezer
CRANE
Load test
Load cell
Cameras
Fire Fighting
Comunication with deck team
Internal telecom (paging)
Emergency STOP
whipline
Pedal acceleration
AC in crane operator cabin
ACCOMODATION
Sound proofing for accomodation
External windows in accomodation
Ceiling lights
External water tighht doors in accomodation areas
Emergency lights

Photo illuminated signs


Sink drainage
additional shlves
Air conditioning
Bathroom sink drain
Walkways
Heliedeck gratting
Skirting on main deck
Pump room
Sack room
Rack choke system
Handrails

Findings

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Section 1 Drilling Equipment


Item #

Inspection Requirement
Findings
Recommendations
As a minimum API RP 8B (section 2) Category IV recommends every five years; disassembly to extent necessary to conduct NDE
of all primary load carrying components as defined by manufacturer. Owner or user of equipment should develop his own schedule
of inspections based on experience, manufacturer's recommendations, and consideration for one or more of following factors:
environment; load cycles; regulatory requirements; operating time; testing; repairs; re manufacture.

1.1

1.1.1

1.1.2
1.1.3

1.1.4

Derrick and Substructure

Complete inspection of derrick, substructure and


raising or telescoping system per API RP 4G.

Confirm NDE performed and SWL marked on all


Padeyes.
Inspect ladder. Check that spacing of rungs are
standard. Check that ladder is properly secured to
derrick.
Inspect fingers and diving board. Make sure they are
properly secured and have safety wires attached.

1.2
1.2.1
1.2.2
1.2.3
1.2.4
1.3
1.3.1
1.3.2
1.3.3

1.3.4
1.3.5
1.3.6
1.3.7
1.3.8
1.3.9
1.4
1.4.1
1.4.2
1.4.3

1.4.4
1.4.5
1.4.6

Casing Stabbing Board


Check condition of board in general. Examine hoist,
cables or hydraulics and all safety devices.
Confirm secondary means of stopping board if lifting
mechanism fails.
Function board through entire range of travel and fully
test all safety devices.
Confirm driller has an unobstructed view of casing
stabber.
Crown Block Assembly
Complete inspection of crown and water table area per
API RP 4G.
Record date of last NDE as per API RP 8B.
Confirm crown protection is in place and bumper
blocks are wrapped in heavy-duty wire mesh or
expanded metal screen.
Use gauge and inspect sheaves for wear in grooves and
check sheaves for excess movement to identify badly
worn bearings.
Raise and lower blocks while visually observing
sheaves for misalignment and loose or worn bearings.
Check grease fittings and verify proper lubrication.
Confirm sheaves adequately protected by jumper bars
to ensure that drilling line cannot jump from sheaves in
event of jarring or other situations.
Check condition of auxiliary line sheaves, safety slings.
Confirm all shackles have safety pins.
Confirm auxiliary sheave grease lines manifold
together or are otherwise easily reached so they can be
greased in a safe manner.
Traveling Hook Block Assembly
Record date of last NDE as per API RP 8B.
Check grease fittings and verify proper lubrication.
Raise and lower blocks numerous times. Observe for
any unusual noise or movement on tracking system.
Check traveling block guide track to insure it is straight
and guide rollers ride freely during movement up and
down.
Confirm track rollers guarded so they can't fall to rig
floor if they come loose.
Use gauge to inspect sheaves for wear in grooves and
check sheaves for excess movement to identify badly
worn bearings.

Note

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Item #
1.4.8
1.4.9
1.5
1.5.2
1.5.3
1.5.4
1.5.5
1.5.6
1.5.7
1.5.8
1.5.9
1.5.10

Inspection Requirement
When blocks are hung off, is the hookup acceptable?
Explain hookup.
Cables and padeyes proper safe working load?

Top Drive Drilling System


Record date of last NDE as per API RP 8B and
manufacturer.
Function test pipe handler.
Function IBOP valves and pressure test valves to
MWP.
Test kelly hose and swivel packing to MWP.
Verify proper operation of counter balance and motor
alignment cylinder systems.
Test run in forward and reverse in each gear. Check
smoothness of high/low shift mechanism and indicator.
Confirm proper operation of all lights and alarms.
Visually inspect service loop. Confirm availability of
spare conductors.
Confirm compensator hoses properly bundled and
travel unobstructed in derrick.

1.5.11

Function test link tilt assembly and check for air leaks.

1.5.12

Record AC drive motor data insulation resistance.

1.5.13

Perform visual inspection of top drive power panel.


Check all contactors, relays, power supplies, and
terminal boards to see that they are properly marked
and that all screws and bolts are tight.

1.5.14

1.5.15

1.5.16
1.5.17
1.6
1.6.1
1.6.2
1.6.3
1.7
1.7.1
1.7.2
1.7.3
1.7.4
1.7.5
1.7.6
1.7.7
1.7.8
1.7.9
1.7.10
1.7.11
1.7.12
1.7.13
1.7.14

Findings

Verify proper operation of driller's control panel.


Verify proper operation of installed purge loss alarm
system. Shut off purge air supply, note alarm, check
emergency by-pass operation, let system power down.
Turn on air supply to see if system will go through an
automatic purge cycle.
Verify proper operation of retracted position lock
mechanism on raised back-up system.
Visually inspect torque beam support chains on PT
Drive.
Swivel
Record dates of last NDE as per API RP 8B.
Record date and results of last lube oil analysis?
Function test swivel and pressure test Kelly hose, goose
neck and swivel packing to MWP.
Drawworks
Record date and results of last lube oil analysis.
Confirm NDE of critical areas on brake bands.
Check thickness of brake rims with ultrasonic tester
and compare with manufacturers' specifications.
Confirm ducting for drawworks blower motors meet
regulatory requirements.
Visually inspect all chains and sprockets for wear or
damage as per API SPEC 7F. Max 3% Enlongation.
Visually check alignment of sprockets, bearings and
shafts.
Run drawworks to check for leaks of oil or water and
check for excess vibration.
Function in both low and high transmission and drum.
Engage and disengage air clutches several times to
verify that they will operate smoothly without slippage
or overheating.
Function all air controls at driller's station
independently and check for leaks.
Check all air connections and hoses for leaks.
Check operation of air valves.
Operate neutral brake.
Inspect oiling system.

Recommendations

Note

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Item #
Inspection Requirement
1.7.15 Inspect grease system.
Check spear connections to drum shaft and auxiliary
1.7.16 brake. Verify packing condition and check for leaks.
1.7.17
1.7.18
1.7.19
1.7.20
1.7.21
1.7.22

1.7.23
1.7.24
1.7.25
1.7.26
1.7.27

1.7.28

1.7.30
1.8
1.8.1

1.8.2

1.8.3
1.8.4
1.8.5
1.8.6
1.9
1.9.1
1.9.2
1.10
1.10.1

Findings

Inspect shift linkage.


Inspect brake linkage. Check for excess play to insure
linkage is not worn.
Confirm tightness of brake lining blocks, bolts, and
drum brake adjustment.
Confirm safety pins and self-locking nuts are in place.
Visually inspect drum grooving wear ring and kickback rollers.
Function 'Crown-O-Matic' with blocks moving and
determine if effective.
Make-up and break-out cathead should be pull tested to
make sure of sufficient line pull for all expected
requirements. Make-up = 8,000# line pull, Break-out =
16,000# line pull.
Inspect auxilary brake to drawworks coupling.
Check brake and auxiliary brake alarms for proper
operation.
Check high temperature and low pressure alarms.
Confirm calibration of temperature and flow gauges.
Inspect drawworks brake cooling system; pumps,
piping and valves. Confirm heat dissipation system
(fan or heat exchangers) adequate and in good
condition. Insure cooling water flow is adequate and
meets manufacturer's specifications.
Record DC drive motors insulation resistance.
Auxiliary Brake, Electric
Minimum insulation resistance to ground is 5 Meg
Ohm per Baylor section 6.5.4.
Coil resistance should be 5.5 Ohm to 6.5 Ohm for
brakes 6032 and smaller. Larger brakes will be 12+
Ohm. It is important that readings all be close. Not
some at 5.5 and others at 6.5. In addition same models
can vary depending on date of manufacture. Consult
Baylor service manual.
Air gaps should be 0.040 to 0.050 for smaller brakes.
0.055 to 0.065 on larger brakes.
Insure vents are operating properly.
Confirm engagement lever is locked securely in place.
Insure electric brake works properly and is adequate for
drilling program.
Sand Reel
Check braking system.
Note condition of line and line spooler.

Record date and results of last lube oil analysis.


Operate rotary, while observing for noise, oil leakage
1.10.2 and vibrations. Use both high and low gears and
reverse during this test.
1.10.3 Check for contaminants in lubrication systems.
1.10.4 Check operation of brake.
1.10.5 Check function of torque limiter and RPM gauge.
Confirm ducting for rotary blower meets regulatory
1.10.7
requirements.
1.10.8 Record DC drive motor data in section 5.5.
Visually inspect all chains and sprockets for wear or
1.10.9 damage as per API SPEC 7F. Visually check
alignment of sprockets.
1.10.10 Record transmission to rotary coupling alignment.
1.11

Rotary Table Assembly

Drilling Line Anchor

Recommendations

Note

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Item #
1.11.1
1.11.2
1.11.3
1.11.4
1.11.5

Inspection Requirement
Record date of last NDE as per API RP 8B.
Visually check all bolts.
Inspect brass on tie-down clamp.
Check sensator gap.
Check weight indicator for smooth operation increasing
and decreasing weight. Erratic operation could indicate
dirty or damaged bearings.

1.12
1.12.1
1.12.2
1.12.3
1.12.4
1.12.5
1.13
1.13.1

Findings

Drilling Line
Minimum standards should comply with API RP 9B.
Note condition of drilling line.
Record length of line on spool.
Review slip and cut drilling line program.
Examine condition of wire line guide and rollers.
Driller's Console and Instrumentation
Confirm equipment meets API RP 500 for hazardous
areas.

Recommendations

Note

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Item #
1.13.2
1.13.3
1.13.4
1.13.5
1.13.6
1.13.7
1.13.8

Inspection Requirement
Conform proper operation of all installed instruments
including the following:
Weight Indicator
Electric Torque Meter
RPM meter
SPM Meter
Mud Flow Fill and Stroke Panel
Pressurization Control Valves, Gauges, & Regulators

1.13.9 Mud Pit Volume Totalizer


1.13.10 Tong Torque Gauges
1.14
Confirm explosion-proof integrity of each indicator and
1.14.1 sending unit as per API RP 500 for hazardous areas.
1.15
1.15.1
1.16
1.16.1
1.17
1.17.1
1.17.2
1.18
1.18.1
1.18.2
1.19
1.19.1
1.19.2

Findings

Ton-Mile Indicator

Drilling Recorder
Check operation and calibration of each function. Note
condition.
Rig Floor Hydraulic Power System
Inspect power units, controls and piping with valves
and record any deficiencies.
Wire Line Unit
Operate and record any deficiencies.
Record size and length of .092 wire. Perform twist test
on 10 inch section of wire. Minimum is 23 twists for
standard strength .092 wire. Consult National Standard
chart for other sizes or grades..
Cement Lines, (piping, hoses or chicksans)
View documentation and record date of last inspection.
Test to MWP.
Hand Tools
Is supply of hand tools adequate?
Are tools stored and maintained properly?

Recommendations

Note

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Section 2 Drill String and Handling Equipment


Item #

2.1
2.1.1
2.1.2
2.1.3
2.1.4
2.1.5
2.1.6
2.1.7
2.1.8
2.1.9
2.1.10

Inspection Requirement
Findings
Recommendations
As a minimum API RP 8B (section 2) Category IV recommends every five years; disassembly to extent necessary to conduct NDE
of all primary load carrying components as defined by manufacturer. Owner or user of equipment should develop his own schedule
of inspections based on experience, manufacturer's recommendations, and consideration for one or more of following factors:
environment; load cycles; regulatory requirements; operating time; testing; repairs; re manufacture.
Slips, Drill Pipe, Drill Collars and Casing
Does rig have current copy of IADC Drilling Manual?
Reference IADC drilling manual, Section E.
Are handling tools marked with a unique ID number so
equipment can be matched to documentation?
Verify that appropriately sized slips are available for
each size of drill pipe to be used.
Clean and well-lubricated? General condition?
Any obvious cracks, dings or deformation?
Record date of last NDE for DP slips.
Record date of last NDE for DC slips.
Record date of last NDE for casing slips.
Check slips for loose or worn hinge and handle pins.

2.1.11 All pins locked in place with cotter keys?


2.1.12 Check inserts and insert slots for damage or wear.
Are spare sets of inserts, dies, liners, pins, and cotter
2.1.13
keys available?
2.1.14
2.1.15 Comment on condition and record last NDE.
2.1.16 Elevators, Drill Pipe, Drill Collar and Casing
2.1.17 Record date of last NDE on DP elevators.
2.1.18 Record date of last NDE on DC elevators.
2.1.19 Record date of last NDE on casing elevators.
2.1.20 Visually inspect elevators.
2.1.21 General condition? Clean, well maintained?
Check ears, pins, bore, latch and latch lug for cracks,
2.1.22 dings, or excessive wear and proper operation.
2.1.23

Elevators (Air Operated)

Visual inspection, confirm proper operation and record


2.1.24
date of last NDE.
2.1.25
2.1.26 Comment on condition and last NDE.
2.2
2.2.1 Record date of last NDE as per API RP 8B.
Did NDE include inspection of entire surface area of
2.2.2 links for cracks, bends, or gross dimensional changes?

2.2.3
2.2.4
2.2.5

2.4.1
2.5
2.5.1

Elevators, Spider, Casing


Elevator Links

Did NDE include caliper diameters of links,


particularly at link ear and elevator contact surfaces?
Did NDE confirm elevator links are of same overall
effective length within 1/8".
Comment on overall condition.
Tongs, Drill Pipe, Drill Collars and Casing (manual)

2.3
2.3.1
2.3.2
2.3.3
2.3.4
2.3.5
2.4

Slips, Spider, Casing

Record date of last NDE on DP tongs.


Record date of last NDE on DC tongs.
Record date of last NDE on casing tongs.
Visually inspect and comment and condition.
Record date of last NDE for tongs back-up posts.
Tongs, Casing (Power)
Visual inspection and operationally test and comment
on condition.
Safety Clamps
Record date of last NDE.

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Item #
2.5.2
2.6
2.6.1
2.7
2.7.1
2.7.2
2.8
2.8.1
2.8.2
2.9
2.9.1
2.9.2
2.9.3
2.9.4
2.10
2.10.1
2.10.2
2.11
2.11.1
2.11.2
2.12
2.12.1
2.12.2

Inspection Requirement
Findings
Visually inspect clamps for cracks, missing cotter keys,
galled or stripped threads, rounded-off nuts or
wrenches, dull teeth, broken slip springs, and slips that
do not move up and down easily.
Spinning Wrench
Pneumatic pipe spinner
Operational test and comment on condition.
Pipe Racking and Handling System
Operate all functions of pipe handling and racking
system.
Note hydraulic leaks or other problems.
Hydraulic Cathead (EZ-Torque)
Record date of last NDE on EZ-torque mounting post.
Verify unit works properly and will deliver required
amount of line pull.
Kelly
Record date of last NDE.
Inspect condition of kelly flat and roller contact
interface over full length of kelly.
Any cracks in junction between upsets and drive
sections?
Check width of wear pattern on contact angles for
excessive wear or rounding.
Kelly Drive Bushing
Record date of last NDE on drive pins.
Visual inspection, comment on condition.
Master Bushings and Insert Bowls
Record date of last NDE.
Visual inspection, comment on condition.
Upper Kelly Valve or IBOP Valve
Record date and extent of last NDE.
Open and close valve. Should work easily and
smoothly.

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Item #
Inspection Requirement
Findings
2.12.3 Pressure test to 250 psi and MWP.
2.13 Lower Kelly Valve or IBOP Valve
2.13.1 Record date and extent of last NDE.
Open and close valve with wrench. Should work easily
2.13.2
and smoothly.
2.13.3 Pressure test to 250 psi and MWP.
2.14 Rig Floor "Gray" Safety Check Valve
Open and close valve. Should work easily and
2.14.1
smoothly.
2.14.2 Pressure test to 250 psi and MWP.
2.15 Rig Floor "Full Opening" Safety Valve
Open and close valve with wrench. Should work easily
2.15.1
and smoothly.
2.15.2 Pressure test to 250 psi and MWP.
2.16 Drill Pipe and HWDP
2.16.1 Record date and results of last NDE.
Visual spot check for galling, slip and tong damage,
2.16.2
damaged shoulders, etc.
2.16.3 Properly racked and stored?
2.16.4 Does rig have up to date inventory of tubulars?
2.17
Drill Collars
2.17.1 Record date and results of last NDE.
Visual spot check for galling, slip and tong damage,
2.17.2
damaged shoulders, etc.
2.17.3 Properly racked and stored?
2.17.4 Does rig have up to date inventory of drill collars?
2.18
Drilling Subs and Crossovers
2.18.1 Record date and results of last NDE.
2.18.2 Properly stored?
2.18.3 Does rig have up to date inventory of subs?
2.19
Crossover for Rig Floor Stab-In Valves
2.19.1 Are they presant on rig floor?
2.20
Fishing Tools
2.20.1 Record date and results of last NDE.
2.20.2 Properly stored and identified?
2.20.3 Does rig have up to date inventory of subs?
2.20.4 Do fishing tools meet contract requirements?

Recommendations

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Section 3 Page 19 of 61

Section 3 Mud System


Item #
3.1
3.1.1

3.1.2

3.1.3

3.1.4
3.1.5
3.1.6
3.1.7
3.1.8
3.1.9
3.1.10
3.1.11
3.1.12
3.1.13
3.1.14
3.1.15

3.1.16

Inspection Requirement
If washed seat/module is a problem: Confirm
minimum of 75% valve seat contact area. On initial
installation of seat in module, measure clearance
between bottom of seat and module shoulder,
minimumby= testing,
0.090. relief valves are set as near as
Confirm
possible to liner rating to avoid undue stress on
modules due to valves popping off frequently. (Note:
Some contractors will not want to set valves higher
than about 3000 psi. That is their choice, record liner
size, pressure rating and relief valve setting in daily
report and trip report.)
Record size of DC motor blowers, DC motor power is
directly related to motors ability to stay cool. HT
operations may require 15 HP blower motors.
Record last NDE of rod ends, clamps, valve covers and
threaded areas on modules.
Record date and results of last lube oil analysis.
Inspect fluid end internally.
Check wear plate seal area prior to installation of new
liners.
Record pre-charge of discharge dampeners. It is
normally 1/3 WP to 750 PSI max unless special
bladders are used.
Record pre-charge of suction dampeners.
Inspect screen in mud pump discharge.
Determine that mud pump lubrication system is
adequate for long term slow pump rates. National
manual page 11.
Are auxiliary electric motors and pumps in good
condition?
Check operation and record pressure of charging
pumps; note impeller size. Perform amperage test.
Are charging pump motors in good condition?
Pressure test HP valves and piping to MWP.
Operate each mud pump under a load individually and
together for one hour at a pressure equal to 80% of
liner rating MWP. Normally choke manifold is
required. Plan ahead on a jack-up since rig package
normally needs to be cantilevered out to a drilling
position. Engine performance will be reviewed at same
time. Operation could take longer than one hour if
problems are encountered, or extra time is required to
evaluate equipment.

Check that both mud pump motors are pulling


equivalent amperage.
Review pump maintenance records on fluid and power
3.1.18 end to help identify any problems pump may have.
3.1.17

3.1.19 Record hours on pump modules.


Visually inspect power end, (gears, sprockets and
3.1.20
chains).
Check and record crosshead clearance in thousandths
3.1.21 of an inch. State in report if clearances are or are not
within specification.
3.1.22 Pump 1
RH
3.1.23
Center
3.1.24
LH
3.1.25 Pump 2
RH
3.1.26
Center
3.1.27
LH
3.1.28 Pump 3
RH
3.1.29
Center

Findings
Mud Pumps

Recommendations

Note

Section 3 Page 20 of 61

Item #
3.1.30

Inspection Requirement
LH
Check and record pinion bearing and main bearing
3.1.31 clearances in thousandths of an inch:

Findings

Pump 1
3.1.32
Pump 2
3.1.33
Pump 1 Ecc.Bearings RH 0.005 Center 0.003 LH
0.004
Pump 2 Ecc Bearings RH 0.005 Center 0.003-4LH
3.1.35
0.00
Check and record runnout on crosshead extension rods.
3.1.36
3.1.34

3.1.32

Is there a sufficient supply of expendable spare parts?

3.2

Mud Pits

Confirm customer criteria for this section and take time


to inspect and test accordingly.
Insure all valves work properly by testing. Denote all
3.2.2 valves that do not work properly, such as frozen or
leaking.
Determine useable tank volume in active and reserve
3.2.3
tanks.
Fill each mud pit with sea water and check for leaks in
3.2.4
piping, valves, dumps and frames.
3.2.5 What pits can take flow line returns?
Are lines and valves color-coded or otherwise
3.2.6
identified?
Are low pressure gun lines operational and in good
3.2.7
condition?
Is there a mud lab with appropriate mud analysis test
3.2.8
equipment?
3.2.9 Are padlocks on dump valves?
Check ventilation system, ensure valves are working
3.2.10 properly in ventilation trunks. Especially HT wells.
3.2.1

3.3

Mud Mixing and Transfer System


Perform following tests on all centrifugal pumps:
Using amperage method where current drawn by a
pump while pumping is compared with deadheaded
3.3.1
power requirement. A difference of at least 10% is
required to indicate that impeller, wear plate, etc. are in
good order.
Use mixing pumps to transfer fluids to different pits
3.3.2
and determine rate of transfer.
Determine that there are no valves leaking in mixing
3.3.3
system or on mud pits.
Check condition of flexible couplings on low pressure
3.3.4
mud lines.
Use mixing pumps to transfer through hoppers and
3.3.5 check capacity and suction capability of pumps and
hoppers.
3.3.6 Record type and condition of hoppers.
Check operation of pressure or flow monitoring devices
3.3.7
on low pressure mud lines.
3.3.8 Record discharge pressure of centrifugal pumps.
3.3.9 Is valving correctly marked from bulk tanks?
Pump from mud pits to cementing unit and determine
3.3.10 rate of transfer. (Minimum 10 bbl/minute)
3.3.11 Transfer from mud pits to trip tank.
3.3.12 Transfer from mud pits to casing fill-up line.
3.4

Mud Shearing System

Recommendations

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Section 3 Page 21 of 61

Item #
Inspection Requirement
3.4.1 Check operation of mud shearing system.
3.5
Check accuracy and operation of PVT system while
3.5.1
pits are full of water.
3.5.2 Is periodic testing done to confirm accuracy?
3.6
3.6.1 Operate all mud agitators.
3.6.2 Note any excess noise or vibration.
3.6.3 Check for oil leaks.
3.6.4 Are guards in place and properly secured?
3.7
3.7.1 Check shaker area for extreme noise and vibration.
3.7.2
3.7.3
3.7.4
3.7.5
3.7.6
3.7.7

3.7.8

3.8.2
3.8.3
3.8.4

3.9.2
3.9.3
3.9.4
3.9.5

Mud Pit Agitators

Mud Process Pits

Fill each mud pit with sea water and check for leaks in
piping, valves, dumps and frames.
Check for communication between tanks for valve
integrity.
Do all gates and valves work properly?
Verify routing of piping to make sure solids control
equipment and degasser will work properly by
pumping through lines.
If customer requires, provide schematic of system.
If customer requires, conduct audit of solids control
equipment system. Basic criteria is from IADC Mud
Equipment Manual, Handbook 2, Mud System
Arrangements. Object of exercise is to determine that
equipment works properly and is adequate for drilling
program.
Shale Shakers
Operate for a minimum of hour and note any
deficiencies.
Immediately afterwards, check motors and bearings for
overheating.
Are screen tension bolts and rails in good condition?
Evaluate overall condition and note any deficiencies.

3.9
3.9.1

Pit Volume Totalizer System

Determine useable tank volume in mud process tanks.

3.8
3.8.1

Findings

Desander
Remove cones and visually inspect condition of cone
body, vortex finder, inlet orifice, flow tube and header.
Operate and note discharge pressure of pump.
Are pumps and motors in good condition?
Can unit be run by an alternate pump?
Evaluate overall condition and note any deficiencies.

3.10

Desilter

Remove cones and visually inspect condition of cone


3.10.1 body, vortex finder, inlet orifice, flow tube and header.
3.10.2 Operate and note discharge pressure of pump.
3.10.3 Are pumps and motors in good condition?
3.10.4 Can unit be run by an alternate pump?
Evaluate overall condition and note any deficiencies.
3.10.5
3.11
Remove cones and visually inspect condition of cone
3.11.1 body, vortex finder, inlet orifice, flow tube and header.
3.11.2 Operate and note discharge pressure of pump.
3.11.3 Are pumps and motors in good condition?
3.11.4 Can unit be run by an alternate pump?
Operate for a minimum of hour and note any
3.11.5
deficiencies.
Immediately afterwards, check motors and bearings for
3.11.6
overheating.

Mud Cleaner

Recommendations

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Section 3 Page 22 of 61

Item #
3.11.7
3.11.8

Inspection Requirement
Are screen tension bolts and rails in good condition?
Evaluate overall condition and note any deficiencies.

3.12
3.12.1
3.12.2
3.12.3
3.12.4
3.12.5
3.12.6
3.12.7
3.13
3.13.1
3.13.2
3.13.3
3.13.4
3.13.5
3.14
3.14.1

Findings

Vacuum Degasser
Inspect degasser internally and externally for excessive
corrosion.
Verify proper operation of vacuum pump.
Check operation of fluid level control.
Are degasser and mud/gas separators vented in a safe
manner?
Can unit be run by an alternate pump?
Verify capacity of degasser.
Evaluate overall condition and note any deficiencies.
Poor Boy Mud/Gas Separator
Inspect degasser internally and externally for excessive
corrosion.
Flush degasser with water.
Are degasser and mud/gas separators vented in a safe
manner?
Determine size of gas vent line? Does it vent 10
above derrick crown block?
Height of mud seal?
Mud Flow Line Return and Bell Nipple
Evaluate overall condition and note any deficiencies.

3.14.2 Does flow-show work properly?


3.15
Measure and verify calibration of level indicator(s).
3.15.1
3.15.2 Transfer from mud pits to trip tank.
Determine alternate means of filling hole should
3.15.3
primary trip tank pump fail.
3.15.4 Is pump and motor in good condition?
Operate trip tank in normal fashion of usage. Note any
3.15.5
stiffness or error of level indicator.
3.15.6 Check for sea water fill up line to trip tank.

Trip Tank

Recommendations

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Section 3 Page 23 of 61

Item #

Inspection Requirement
Does flow line gas vent to rig floor through mud bucket
3.15.7
return line?
Is there a valve that can be closed during normal
3.15.8
drilling operations to prevent this?
Is trip tank pump operated from driller's console only?
3.15.9
3.16
3.16.1

3.16.2
3.16.3
3.16.4
3.16.5

Findings

Bulk Storage and Transfer System


Are all bulk storage tanks equipped with safety
valves/rupture disks to prevent excessive working
pressure? (Rupture disks can only be used for bulk
storage in open areas.)
Are testable safety valves used in enclosed areas for
bulk storage tanks?
Determine if relief valves are being serviced and tested
on a regular basis.
Record date of last inspection.
Verify all bulk lines are clear including loading line, all
transfer lines to surge pods and all related vent lines.

3.16.6 Are rock catchers installed in loading lines?


Progressively pressure test bulk system, all lines,
3.16.7 valves, and pods to 40 psi with air (i.e., from pod to
pod checking valves between each pod).
3.16.8 Check that fluffing system works properly.
3.16.9 Note any deficiencies of bulk transfer system.
Determine rate of transfer while shipping cement to
3.16.10
pumping unit.
3.16.11 Verify ability/time to ship barite to cement unit.
3.16.12 Are bulk cement tanks common to other bulk tanks?
3.16.13 Does bulk tank weighing system work properly?
3.17
Stand Pipe Manifold, HP Mud Piping & Valves
Pressure test stand pipe manifold and associated lines
3.17.1 and valves from mud pumps to TDS or swivel to MWP
for 5 minutes with no leaks.
Weld repairs and fabrications to be tested to 1.5 times
3.17.2 maximum working pressure as per ANSI B31.3,
section 337.

Recommendations

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Section 4 Page 24 of 61

Section 4 Engine Room & Associated Equipment


Item #
4.1
4.1.1
4.1.2

Inspection Requirement

4.2.3
4.2.4
4.2.5
4.2.6
4.2.7
4.2.8
4.2.9
4.2.11
4.2.13
4.2.14
4.2.15
4.2.16
4.2.17
4.2.18
4.2.19

4.2.20
4.2.21

4.2.22

4.3
4.3.1
4.3.2
4.3.3
4.3.4
4.3.5
4.3.6
4.3.7
4.4
4.4.1
4.4.2
4.4.3
4.4.4
4.4.5
4.4.6
4.4.7
4.4.8

Recommendations

Inspect ventilation ducting louvers. Are they manual


close or automatic close with actuation of fire
suppression system?
Is system balanced? (E.R. should have slight positive
pressure)
Main Diesel Engines(Third Party inspection by WARTSILA attached)

4.2
4.2.1
4.2.2

Findings
Engine Room Ventilation System

Start system type?


Pre-lube system type?
Check turbochargers or blowers for excessive wear and
noise.
Check flywheel drives for excessive wear and
condition.
Ensure coupling guards are adequate.
Check for external leaks of oil, fuel, water and exhaust
gasses.
Check for indications of internal leaks of fuel or water.
Check that fuel lines are properly bracketed and
isolation valves are installed.
Test run engines under load if possible.
Monitor for vibration and excessive noise.
Monitor exhaust emission with load changes.
Review maintenance history and oil sample data.
Record total hours on all main engines.
Check maintenance records for last overhaul on each
engine.
Are any engines due an overhaul during contract
period?
Test alarms, shutdown and over-speed trip.
Visually inspect and test governors. Operate under
various load conditions and check load sharing.
Visually inspect wiring and connections. Observe for
damage at engine mounting points.
Examine engine before and during operation for oil and
exhaust leaks.
Review pyrometer readings for engine exhaust.
Diesel engine air intakes shall be equipped with a
device to shut down diesel engine in event of a
runaway. Diesel engines which are not continuously
attended must be equipped with automatic shutdown
devices
Engine Instruments
Speed indicator.
Oil pressure and temperature.
Water temperature.
Fuel pressure.
Inlet manifold temperature.
Exhaust manifold temperature.
Air filter condition indicator.
Main Diesel Engine Cooling
Engine cooling type, radiators or heat exchangers?
Cooling system individual or thru manifold
Disassemble and inspect engine cooling system heat
exchangers for corrosion and fouling.
Check condition of sacrificial anodes.
Check salt water supply and discharge isolation valves.
Is cooling water available from independent sources?
Inspect samples of engine coolant.
Is there a low pressure alarm on cooling water for heat
exchangers?
Date and extent of last overhaul for engine cooling or
sea water pumps.

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Item #
4.5
4.5.1
4.5.2
4.5.3
4.5.4
4.5.5
4.5.6
4.5.7
4.6
4.6.1
4.6.2
4.6.3
4.6.4
4.6.5
4.7
4.7.1
4.7.2
4.7.3
4.7.4
4.7.5
4.7.6
4.7.7
4.7.8
4.8
4.8.1
4.8.2
4.8.3
4.8.4
4.8.5
4.8.6
4.8.7
4.9
4.9.1
4.9.2
4.9.3
4.9.4
4.9.5
4.10
4.10.1
4.10.2
4.10.3
4.11
4.11.1
4.11.2
4.12
4.12.1
4.12.2
4.12.3
4.12.4

Inspection Requirement

Findings
Engine Monitoring System Alarms

Verify proper operation of the following alarms:


Low oil pressure.
High water temperature.
Overspeed.
Low pressure on cooling water for heat exchangers.
High crankcase pressure.
Fuel Transfer and Cleaning
General
Check lines for leaks.
Ensure drive coupling is guarded.
Check that flange type connections are fitted with
ground straps across joints.
Check that discharge lines are clearly marked as to
service function.
Are pump areas fitted with spill containment and return
line(s) to holding tank?
Fuel Transfer Pump
Is there more than one (1) transfer pump?
Check to see if an emergency shut-down is installed.
Check for fuel leaks on pump and lines.
Are pump areas fitted with spill containment and return
line(s) to holding tank?
Are lines clearly marked as to their function?
Are isolation valves installed and functioning?
Can bunkered fuel be pumped to mud pits and cement
unit direct?
If fuel is piped to mud pits, has positive isolation been
provided to prevent inadvertent mud contamination?
Clean Fuel Transfer Pump
Is there more than one (1) transfer pump?
Check to see if an emergency shut-down valve is
installed.
Check for fuel leaks on pump and lines.
Are pump areas fitted with spill containment and return
line(s) to holding tank?
Are lines clearly marked as to their function?
Are isolation valves installed and functioning?
Can clean fuel be pumped to mud pits and cement unit
direct? Is isolation provided?
Fuel Centrifuge
Is unit set up as a purifier or centrifuge?
Check bowl retainer ring and threads for wear.
Test run and monitor for vibration.
Check to see if unit purifies when transferring from
bunkered fuel to day tank.
Are pump areas fitted with spill containment and return
line(s) to holding tank?
Fuel Piping and Valves
Check for line and valve leaks.
Check that lines and valves are clearly marked.
Check that a line schematic is posted at all transfer
pumps.
Lube Oil Piping and Valves
Check lines and valves for leaks.
Check lines for proper markings.
Potable Water Makers and Purification
Ensure that all rotating equipment guards are installed.
Ensure that all appropriate warning signs are posted
such as 'Hot Surfaces', 'Steam Under Pressure', and
'Acid In Use'.
Ensure that adequate protective equipment is available
and in use.
Ensure that acids have a proper storage facility.

Recommendations

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Section 4 Page 26 of 61

Item #
4.12.5
4.12.6
4.12.7
4.13
4.13.1
4.13.2
4.13.3
4.13.4
4.13.5
4.13.6
4.13.7
4.13.8

Inspection Requirement
Check for an eyewash station and first aid kit stationed
in vicinity of water maker.
Check operation of chemical injection system.

Findings

Determine if brine waste lines which are direct


discharge to sea are fitted with check and isolation
valves and record date of last inspection.
Water Purification and Treatment
Ultraviolet Purification System
Check that all ultra violet tubes are lighted.
Determine if protective glass is clean on all water
contact surfaces.
Record hours in service on the tubes.
Check unit for leaks and general condition.
Is a bypass manifold in system to allow for service?
Chemical Injection/Purification System
Check that acid warning signs are posted and adequate
protective equipment is available and in use.

Does system run all the time or does it have an


automatic function?
4.13.10 Determine type of chemical injection system in use.
Operate and determine quantity and rate of injection.
4.13.11
4.13.9

4.14
4.14.1
4.14.2
4.15
4.15.1
4.15.2
4.15.3
4.15.4
4.15.5
4.15.6
4.15.7
4.15.8
4.15.9
4.15.10
4.15.11
4.15.12
4.15.13
4.15.14

Potable Water Transfer Pumps and Pressure Reservoir


Quantity?
Does pressure reservoir have a relief valve fitted and
venting in a safe manner?
Rig Service Air System
Air Compressors
Record date of last inspection for relief valves, unloader valves, and over temp shut downs.
Are relief valves of adequate capacity and vented in a
safe manner?
Are 'Danger - Automatic Start', 'High Temperature' and
'High Pressure' signs posted?
Are couplings and belts properly guarded?
Verify proper operation of instrumentation.
Are isolation valves installed?
Operate compressors and observe for overheating.
Record date of last inspection of air/oil separator.
Is high temp synthetic oil used in compressors?
What is output rate of compressors?
Are moisture separators and automatic dumps
installed?
What are unload and reload pressure settings?
Operate cold start compressor to verify proper
operation.

4..16
4.16.1
4.16.2
4.16.3
4.17
4.17.1
4.17.2
4.17.3
4.17.4
4.17.5

Air Dryers
Is air dryer and its instrumentation working properly?
Are they desiccant or refrigerant type?
Are automatic moisture dumps installed and
operational?
4.17 Air Receivers
Record date of last pressure vessel inspection.
Record date of last hydrostatic test.
Record date and results of last wall thickness
examination.
Record designed MWP and temperature if applicable.
Are relief valves of adequate capacity and vented in a
safe manner?

Recommendations

Note

Section 4 Page 27 of 61

Item #
4.17.6

4.17.7

Inspection Requirement
Record date of last relief valve testing. API 510
Section 6 rules apply to drilling vessels. Relief valve
testing need not be done by third party. Repairs must
be by third party.
Are automatic moisture dumps installed and
operational?

4.18
4.18.1

4.18.2
4.19
4.19.1
4.19.2
4.19.3
4.19.4
4.19.5
4.19.6
4.19.7
4.19.8
4.19.9
4.20
4.20.1
4.20.2
4.20.3
4.20.4
4.20.5
4.20.6

Findings

Bilge Monitor
Note operating condition and record any deficiencies.
Interview responsible party and determine how oily
bilge is handled. Is described procedure in compliance
with guidelines in environmental criteria?
Sewage Treatment System
Type and capacity.
How is effluent monitored? Review test records.
Sewage Holding Tanks
Is unit fitted with independent aeration pump or does it
use rig air?
Level alarms?
Treatment Units
Is the enzyme or chlorine feeder manual or automatic?
Record last test or inspection.
Determine age and condition of cell on electro-catalytic
units.
Pumps
Drill Water Transfer Pump
Note operating condition and record any deficiencies.
General Service Pump
Note operating condition and record any deficiencies.
Main Circulation Pump/Raw Water Pump
Note operating condition and record any deficiencies.

Recommendations

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Section 5 Page 28 of 61

Section 5 Electrical Systems


Item #

Inspection Requirement
Findings
Recommendations
Offshore systems to be inspected for compliance with API RP 14F. Classified zone minimum compliance standard is API RP 500.
Main and Emergency AC Generator Switchboards

5.1
5.1.1

5.1.2

5.1.3
5.1.4
5.1.5
5.1.6
5.1.7
5.1.8
5.1.9
5.1.10
5.1.11
5.1.12
5.1.13
5.1.14
5.1.15
5.1.16
5.1.17

Conduct visual inspection of breakers, wiring and


buss works. Note deficiencies.
Review PM history and record last inspection
calibration or test date for metering. Record last date
of current injection for main breakers and IR survey
of buss works.
Confirm installed metering and protective devices.
Note deficiencies.
METERING
Voltage *
Ampere *
KVAR
KW
Running Hours
Syncroscope
Power Factor **
* = Selectable for three phase monitoring. ** =
Installation is optional for parallel operation
PROTECTION Control voltage required to be 120
volt AC or less.
Overload
Short Circuit
Reverse Power
Under Voltage

5.1.18
5.1.19
5.1.20
5.1.21
5.1.22

Under Freq.
Over Voltage
Ground Fault
Diff. Current *
Overcurrent *
* = Additional devices required for greater than 600
5.1.23
volt or 1000 KVA
5.2
Record insulation readings on stator and rotor and
excitation systems. Perform visual inspection and
5.2.1 note condition of each unit. 2 M W minimum per API
RP 14F. Test with 600 volt minimum. Include the
following elements in inspection:
5.2.2 RESISTANCE
5.2.3 Stator
5.2.4 Rotor
5.2.5 Exciter
5.2.6 CONDITION
5.2.7 Wiring
5.2.8 Bearings
5.2.9 Cleanliness
5.3
5.3.1 Do all AC motors have earthling straps?
Conduct random check of insulation resistance for
5.3.2
motors under 15 HP. Record findings below.
Conduct visual inspection, operational tests and
resistance check for all motors above 15 HP. Record
5.3.3 findings for motors found not satisfactory. Include the
following elements in inspection:
5.3.4
5.3.5
5.3.6
5.3.7
5.3.8
5.4
5.4.1
5.4.2
5.4.3
5.5
5.5.1
5.5.2
5.5.3
5.5.4
5.5.5

Generators

AC Motors

Resistance
Wiring
Vibration
Seal leakage
Guards and foundation.
Power Transformers
Record insulation resistance reading of transformers.
Perform visual inspection if rig is in operation.
Check that guards are in place and air flow is
adequate.
Inspect metering and ground fault systems. Record
last testing or inspection.
DC Drive Motors
Do all motors have earthling straps?
Review PM history.
Conduct visual inspection, operational tests and
resistance checks for all DC motors. Record non
conformance findings. Include the following
elements in inspection:
Armature
MW Field

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Section 5 Page 29 of 61

5.5.6
5.5.7
5.5.8
5.5.9
5.5.10
5.6
5.6.1
5.6.2
5.6.3
5.6.4

MW Comm.
Condition of brushes & rigging
Heaters
Blower & filter
Safety devices
D.C. Generators(Not Applicable)
Perform visual inspection. Note condition of all PC
boards, control transformers, air flow safety devices,
starters, contactors and relays.
Inspect metering, volt, ampere and ground detection
systems.
Perform visual inspection of Buss bars and infra-red
survey, if requested.
Check redundancy for all drilling equipment. Run all
drilling equipment .
Main and Emergency Distribution AC Switchboards

5.7
5.7.1
5.7.2
5.7.3
5.7.4

Perform visual inspection of all breakers, motor


starters, and associated wiring.
Record Buss resistance to ground, if operation
permits.
Inspect metering and ground detection system.
Record last calibration or test date.
Review PM history. Make random checks of starter
coils and contacts, local and remote start-stop
stations. Note unacceptable findings.
Wireways, MCTs, Bulkhead and Deck Penetrations

5.8
5.8.1

Visually inspect for compliance with API RP 14F.


Note any deficiencies.

5.9
5.9.1
5.10

Visually inspect system.

Shore Power Connection System


Welding Outlets

Visually inspect all remote outlets. Confirm wire size


of 3/0 or larger.
5.10.2 Test remote shut down system.
5.11
5.11.1 Confirm lighting adequate for operations.
Note general condition of fixtures and check for
5.11.2
presence of safety cables.
Check for non-approved fixtures in classified zones.
5.11.3
5.10.1

5.12
5.12.1 Visually inspect.
5.13
Visually inspect for proper operation of lights, remote
5.13.1
controls and alarms.
5.14
Visually inspect lighting for broken or cracked lenses
5.14.1 and operation of flood light dimming system for night
helicopter landings.
5.15
5.15.1 Confirm proper operation.
5.16
Confirm system adequate for proper rig
5.16.1
communications.
Check for proper operation under drilling conditions.
5.16.2
5.16.3 Assure system clear of electrical interference.
Confirm protected systems available in high noise
5.16.4
areas.
5.17
Confirm proper operation of any installed closed
5.17.1
circuit TV systems.
5.18
Test emergency power system. Simulate failure of
main power plant. Determine if emergency plant will
5.18.1 start and pick up the emergency load automatically.
Emergency generator should start and load within 45
seconds.
Confirm that emergency generator can start on
5.18.2
compressed air and by battery power.
Verify proper operation of meters, gauges, alarms and
5.18.3 engine safety devices.
5.18.4
5.18.5
5.18.6
5.18.7
5.18.8

Verify that emergency power can be fed back to main


panel.
Emergency power automatically supplied to following
equipment:
General alarm.
Emergency lights.
Navigation lights.

General Rig Lighting and Wiring

Aircraft Warning Lights


Navigation and Running Lights

Helicopter Area Lighting

Sound Powered Telephone


Rig Telephone and PA System

TV Systems

Emergency Generator

Section 5 Page 30 of 61

5.18.9
5.18.10
5.18.11
5.18.12
5.18.13
5.18.14
5.18.15
5.18.16
5.18.17
5.18.18

Bilge pump to drain each water-tight compartment.


One fire pump.
Fire detectors and alarms.
Gas detectors (Combustible and H2S detectors).
Helicopter deck lights.
Communications.
Electric BOP controls.
Abandonment system.
One air compressor
One engine cooling pump

Section 6 Page 31 of 61

Section 6 Marine System


Item #
Inspection Requirement
Findings
Recommendations
6.1
Marine Documentation
6.1.1
Review all marine and vessel documentation.
Confirm compliance with vessels flag and
classification requirements.
6.2
Manufacturer's and Third Party Documentation
6.2.1
Review manufacturer's documentation (Wire rope
certs., chain fall inspection certs., etc.)
6.2.2
Review third party inspection documentation (MPI,
Underwater surveys, etc.)
6.3
Navigation and Communications Equipment
6.3.1
Confirm availability of all communications
equipment required by vessels governing authorities.
Included items cover the following:
6.3.2
Distress Watch Transceiver (2182 KHZ)
6.3.3
Satellite Communication System
6.3.4
Single Band Radio/Radio Telephone
6.3.5
VHF Radios
6.3.6
Lifeboat Radio
6.3.7
Walkie-Talkie Units
6.3.8
Helicopter Homing Beacon (Non-Directional Beacon NDB)
6.3.9
Satellite Navigation System
6.3.10
Radio Direction Finder
6.3.11
Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon (EPIRB)
6.3.12
Current Meter
6.3.13
Surface Monitor and Control
6.3.14
Visually inspect antennas. Assure non-interference
with rig operations. Pay close attention to temporary
third party installations.
6.3.15
Verify proper operation of installed radar, GPS,
LORAN, and other navigational systems.
6.4
Storage Areas
6.4.1
Confirm storage areas comply with requirements
listed in section 33, Storage Rooms of OAS safety
survey.
6.5
Fuel Tanks
6.5.1
Confirm hydrocarbon storage complies with
requirements.
6.6
Ballast Control System
6.6.1
Watertight doors and windows in good working
order?
6.6.2
Normal ballast controls in good working order?
6.6.3
Normal and emergency ballast control procedures
documented and readily available?
6.6.4
Review emergency ballast control procedures.
6.6.5
Review PM history as related to ballast control
systems.
6.6.6
Perform visual inspection of pump rooms; observe
operation of associated equipment.
6.6.7
Record date and results of last inspection by
regulatory bodies or certifying authorities.
6.7
Stability
6.7.1
Review source of present lightship weight and center
of gravity (CG) used in daily stability calculations, as
well as any changes to lightship since last inclining or
deadweight survey.
6.7.2
Lightship database on last inclining test is as follows:
6.7.3
6.7.4
6.7.5
6.7.6
6.7.7
6.7.8
6.7.9

Date of last inclining test or deadweight survey


Lightship Weight in tons
Lightship (LCG) feet aft or fwd of amidships
Lightship (TCG) feet starboard or port of centerline
Lightship (VCG) feet above baseline (bottom)
The net weight of all additions and removals from
lightship weight since last inclining test is:
Net weight (addition/removal) in tons

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Section 6 Page 32 of 61

Item #
Inspection Requirement
6.7.10
Longitudinal Center (LCG) feet aft or fwd of
amidships
6.7.11
Transverse Center (TCG) feet starboard or port of
centerline
6.7.12
Vertical Center (VCG) feet above baseline
6.7.13
Review stability and layout instructions included in
operating manual and any other stability guidelines
that may be available. Check daily stability
calculations.
6.7.14
Do they include calculated displacement, and
displacement from drafts?
6.7.15
Do they include both actual VCG (corrected for F.S.)
and maximum allowable KG (for draft)?
6.7.16
Do they include a three-dimensional calculation at
least weekly?
6.8
6.8.1
Observe and report general condition.

6.9
6.10
6.10.1
6.10.2
6.10.3

Cathodic Protection (Anodes)


Exhaust Stacks
General condition?
Condition of mufflers?
Does age of vessel indicate possible presence of
Asbestos Containing Materials (ACM)? Pre 1984
construction is presumed to have ACM unless
otherwise documented.

6.11

Hatches, Windows, Manholes, Openings and


Coamings
Check doors and hatches for proper closing and seal.

6.11.1
6.11.2
6.11.3
6.11.4
6.11.5
6.12
6.12.1
6.12.2
6.12.3
6.13
6.13.1
6.13.2
6.13.3
6.14
6.14.1
6.15
6.15.1
6.15.2

6.16
6.16.1
6.16.2
6.16.3
6.16.4
6.17

Findings

Recommendations

Hull

Dogs and seals are present, operational,and in good


condition?
Deadlights for windows are readily available, fit
properly and suit purpose?
Hatches, manholes, and openings are guarded when
open?
Coaming drain holes or cleanout openings normally
remain closed when not in use for purpose?
Walkways/Platforms
Condition of grating, foundations, and handrails?
Slip resistant material present and in acceptable
condition?
Housekeeping?
Superstructures
General appearance?
Note visible repairs and structual changes in
progress?
Note last classification inspection or NDE surveys?
Helicopter Deck / Fueling Station
Confirm that Heliport and fueling facilities comply
with section 18, HELIPORT in OAS Safety Survey.
Anchor Racks
Note last MPI or NDE inspection and results?
Visually inspect for defects, cracks, or broken
members and excessive wear from wire or chain rub.
Weather Protection
Inspect gear and procedures for heavy weather and
hurricane/typhoon evacuation.
Deadlights for accommodation windows.
Verify chain, wire rope, soft line, shackles, boomers,
etc. are readily available.
Review inclimate weather and evacuation procedures
and contingency plans.
Ventilation (Accommodations and Rig Area Compartments)

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Section 6 Page 33 of 61

Item #
6.17.1
6.17.2
6.17.3
6.17.4
6.17.5
6.18
6.18.1

Inspection Requirement
Free operation of flappers?
Seal floats and screens?
Fans?
Ductwork?
Shutdowns and alarms?

6.18.2

Compare manual tank soundings with remote tank


gauges, if installed.

6.19
6.19.1
6.19.2
6.19.3
6.19.4

6.20
6.20.1
6.20.2
6.21
6.21.1
6.21.2
6.21.3
6.21.4
6.21.5
6.21.6
6.21.7
6.21.8
6.22
6.23
6.23.1
6.23.2
6.23.3
6.23.4
6.23.5
6.24
6.24.1
6.25
6.25.1
6.26
6.26.1
6.26.2
6.27
6.27.1

6.28
6.28.1
6.28.2
6.28.3
6.29
6.30
6.30.1
6.31
6.31.1

6.31.2

Findings

Tank Gauging System


Take manual soundings for all tanks and void spaces.

Tank Vent and Sounding Tube System


Means of plugging vents if needed?
Are spark arrestor and pollution screens present on
hydrocarbon tanks?
Sounding tubes have spring closures and cap
closures?
Is distance from top of sounding tube and bottom of
tank known to get accurate soundings. Are distances
marked in area of sounding tube?
Bilge Piping and Valves
Note deficiencies.
Mooring System
General
Moving machinery/gears properly guarded?
Motors sealed or covered?
Electrical equipment/cables in good condition?
Dogs in good condition?
Permanent wires properly stored and lubricated?
Mooring bits, cleats, padeyes, fairleads and rollertype chocks in good condition?
Controls properly labeled?
Hydraulic hoses, fittings and shafts in good
condition?
Mooring Winch/Windlass Combination
Mooring System Control
Check motor amps under various loads.
Observe clutch and gear movements for operation.
Observe pawls or ratchets for proper engagement.
Check wire level winds on drums for operation and
adjustability.
Confirm proper storage of wire on drums.
Primary and Auxiliary Brake System
Band brakes set properly and work properly.
Controls, Piping, and Valves
Check piping and valves for proper alignment and
leaks.
Emergency Release System
Check each windlass/winch for proper operation.
Activate and test emergency release system.
Mooring Tension Indicating System
Confirm that mooring Line Tension meter is properly
calibrated. Check against motor amps and
amps/tension chart.
Tow Line/Bridle
Inspect chain, jewelry and wire rope as per API RP
2I.
Review last MPI or NDE of fishplates brackets,
guides, and connection points.
Inspect retrieval system, including winches, wire
rope, connectors, etc.
Emergency Tow Line
Work Boat Back-down/Tie-up System
Comment on condition.
Anchors
Check anchor bolts for tightness and assure retainer
plates are correct and in place. Replace any missing
bolts or plate.
Confirm records on MPI of anchor shackle.

Recommendations

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Section 6 Page 34 of 61

Item #
Inspection Requirement
Findings
Recommendations
6.31.3
Check fluke angle for operational needs.
6.32
Fairleader
6.32.1
Check all fairleads for proper operation (look for
binding, not rolling, and easy swivel).
6.33
Mooring Wire
6.33.1
Reference API RP 21 - Recommended Practice for InService Inspection of Mooring Hardware for Floating
Drilling Units.
6.34
Pendant Lines
6.34.1
Check all rig pendants for breaks, corrosion, wear,
and proper lubrication.
6.34.2
Verify that all pendant jewelry is of forged
construction.
6.34.3
MPI inspect all pendant jewelry. (Could be review of
records and certs.)
6.35
Chain Link, Kenter/Connecting Links and Shackles
6.35.1
6.35.2
6.36
6.36.1
6.36.2
6.36.3
6.37
6.37.1
6.37.2
6.38
6.38.1
6.38.2
6.38.3
6.38.4
6.38.5
6.38.6
6.38.7

6.38.8
6.38.9
6.38.10
6.38.11
6.38.12
6.38.13
6.38.14

6.38.15
6.38.16
6.38.17

6.38.18
6.38.19

6.38.20

Verify that all shackles, swivels, and other jewelry are


of forged construction.
MPI inspect all shackles, swivels and other mooring
jewelry which are currently accessible.
Buoys
Inspect buoys for holes, tears, deterioration that may
cause leaking.
Determine suitability for purpose.
Inspect buoy lights for operation and full battery
charge.
Slings and Shackles
Report on documentation and inspection schedule.
Report on condition.
6.38 Cranes
Controls properly labeled?
Load moment and load indicator in good condition?
Fire extinguishers provided?
Hand signals posted?
Moving machinery properly guarded?
Boom angle indicator and stops provided?
Boom structure in good condition and free of
corrosion? Lower boom to horizontal position and
line it up with a handrail or something else horizontal
to check for a bent boom. Visually inspect for cracks
or other boom damage.
"Anti-two block" device provided?
Personnel baskets in good condition?
Back-up safety wire required between basket and
hook?
Drip pan provided to contain fuel/lubricant leaks?
Review and record last load test.
Review and record data and date on change out of
boom, load lines, and pendants.
Wire ropes and pendants in good condition? Inspect,
measure and caliper wire as per API RP 2D. Check
for reduction of rope diameter, broken or worn
outside wires, corroded or cracked end connections or
severe kinking or unstranding of wire.
Recommend to change wire rope if measured
specifications are not acceptable.
Visually inspect and function sheaves, drums,
clutches, brake system, gear boxes.
Inspect boom sheaves for free rotation, cracks and
excessive wear. Inspect shaft retainers for wear or
damage.
Inspect wire rope roller guides for free rotation and
excessive wear.
Inspect A-frame sheaves for free rotation, cracks and
excessive wear. Inspect shaft retainers for wear or
damage.
Are boom and pedestal flood lights operational?

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Section 6 Page 35 of 61

Item #
Inspection Requirement
6.38.21 Inspect main and whip load hooks for damage and
missing locks.
6.38.22 Inspect split headache ball, pin and nut for any
excessive wear or damage. Is split pin properly
located and undamaged.
6.38.23 Verify proper operation of controls and/or remote
controls.
6.38.24 Verify limit switches and load indicators are working
properly.
6.38.25 Visual inspection of slip ring assembly.
6.38.26 Date and details of last grease analysis.
6.38.27 Start engine and check out all functions in cab, water
temp gauge, oil pressure gauge, windshield wipers,
heater, horn radio and PA system.
6.38.28 Check all crane conditions with operator and ensure
he is satisfied with complete control system.
6.38.29 Can all third party equipment be mobed and demobed
with rig cranes?
6.38.30 Are all problems resolved from mechanics reports.
6.38.31
6.38.32
6.38.33
6.38.34
6.39
6.39.1
6.39.2
6.39.3
6.39.4
6.39.5
6.39.6
6.39.7
6.40
6.40.1
6.40.2
6.40.3
6.40.4
6.40.5
6.40.6
6.41
6.41.1
6.41.2
6.41.3
6.41.4
6.42
6.42.1
6.43
6.43.1
6.43.2
6.43.3
6.43.4
6.44
6.44.1
6.44.2
6.45
6.45.1
6.45.2
6.46
6.46.1
6.46.2
6.46.3
6.46.4

Findings

Remove airbox covers and inspect for worn, broken


or stuck piston rings.
Check injector spray pattern on piston crowns.
Check all engine filters for leaks.
Check airbox drain tubes with engine running.
Billy Pugh Transfer Net (Personnel)
General condition?
Properly stored when not in use?
Life vests or jackets available for use?
Is personnel net being used to lift materials or
supplies?
Is safety line attached above crane ball when in use
by personnel?
Is tag line attached and used?
Is spare net available?
Air Hoist (Tuggers)
Wire rope in good condition and well lubricated?
Wire properly stored on drum?
Date of installation and last inspection?
Properly marked?
Brakes adjusted properly?
Oil levels normal and maintenance up to date?
Man-Riding Tuggers
Same inspection as Air Hoist (Tuggers)
Deadman type controls installed on tugger.
Properly marked for man ridding?
Good visual contact and hand signals between ridder
and man on controls?
Fork Lift/Pallet Lift
General condition and maintenance records?
Mechanical Winches
Visually inspect.
Review records and documentation.
Condition of wire rope? Well lubricated?
Proper markings, including SWL?
Chain Falls
Visually inspect.
Review records and documentation.
Cargo Containers (Box, Net, Cargo Basket, Burn Baskets)
General condition?
Proper markings?
Hoses - Bulk Mud, Water and Oil
General housekeeping at loading stations?
Condition of hoses?
Hoses suited for purpose and properly marked?
Check for leaks during use? Date of last pressure
testing?

Recommendations

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Section 6 Page 36 of 61

Item #
Inspection Requirement
Findings
6.46.5
Condition of fittings and properly fitted and secured
in hoses?
6.46.6
Amount of spares and crossovers available and
condition of same.
6.47
Quarters, Shop Furnishings and Equipment
6.48
Inspection
6.48.1
Perform visual inspection of living quarters, galleys,
laundry facilities.
6.48.2
Perform visual inspection of heating, air
conditioning, and refrigeration systems; review PM
history.
6.48.3
Determine square feet of office space, type of power
available, and number of power outlets.
6.48.4
Record condition and type of communication
equipment available.
6.48.5
Determine type and frequency of pesticides used.
6.48.6
Does current program appear to be adequate?
General Accommodation Room Inspection
6.49
Air Conditioning System (Main Quarters)
6.50
Galley Exhaust(s)
6.51
Quarters' Ventilation System
6.52
Fans
6.53
Ducting
6.54
Refrigeration Compressor System
6.55
Walk-in Coolers
6.56
Walk-in Freezer
6.57
Air Conditioning Pump/Brine Pump (with motor)
6.58
6.59
Welding and Burning Practices, Procedures and Equipment
6.59.1

Confirm welding and cutting practices meet


standards outlined in section 36,Welding and
Burning of OAS safety survey.

Recommendations

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Section 7 Page 37 of 61

Section 7 Third Party Equipment


Item #
Inspection Requirement
Findings
7.1
Cementing System
7.1.1
Manufacturer of cement unit?
7.1.2
Verify no leaks on the liquid additive system, fill with
water if required.
7.1.3
Cement pump drive unit, diesel or electric?
7.1.4
Cement mixing pump (with motor)?
7.1.5
Cement room controls?
7.1.6
Cement recirculation mixing unit?
7.1.7
Cement suction/mixing, discharge hose and piping
with valves?
7.1.8
Test swivel joints (chiksans) and cement hose to MWP
and record for five (5) minutes.
7.1.9
Test pumps, manifolds and valves to 250 PSI and
10,000 PSI, record for five (5) minutes each.
7.1.10
Verify proper operation of chart recorders.
7.2
7.2 Well Test Piping and Valves
7.2.1
High-pressure lines secured/anchored?
7.2.2
Flare line(s) secured/staked?
7.2.3
Flare lines extended minimum 150' from well; pilot
light when potential for gas exists?
7.2.4
Ensure air supply for burner booms is not connected to
rig air supply.
7.2.5
Is water spray system adequate?
7.3
7.3 Burners
7.4
7.4 Burner Booms

Recommendations

Note

Section 8 Page 38 of 61

Section 8 Motion Compensating Equipment


Item #
8.1
8.1.1

8.1.2
8.1.3
8.1.4
8.1.5

8.1.6
8.1.7
8.1.8
8.1.9

8.1.10

Inspection Requirement

Findings
Riser Tensioners, General

Is a program in place to have the system relief valves


bench tested and certified on an annual basis. (USCG
requires an annual bench test of all relief valves)
Record date of last inspection on APVs and relief
valves.
What did the inspection consist of?
Inspect wire rope for signs of broken strands.
Is a cut and slip program in place which determines
frequency from ton-cycle exposure. Review the
cumulative current ton-cycle values for compliance to
the program.
Note condition and length of spare tensioner wire
stored on drums.
Visually inspect sheaves for cracks, wear and
alignment.
Check tensioner and idler sheaves for wear with a
sheave groove gauge.
Are sheaves free and do they swivel properly?
Perform a system pressure test of the tensioners to
maximum anticipated system pressure + 20% or to
system maximum rated working pressure with the
tensioner cylinders fully stroked out. Inspect tensioner
rods for signs of damage, peeling chrome, pitting , or
indentations. Check oil levels before and after pressure
testing. This will check integrity of HP packing.

Hold pressure for 12 hours and record pressure loss,


8.1.11 check for leaks at gland packing area, and note location
of any air and oil leaks.
8.1.12 Note type of fluid in tensioners.
8.1.13 Is there indication of oil leakage?
Date of last fluid samples for analysis? Record results,
8.1.14
water content, contamination, etc.
Is a plan in place to determine or calculate riser tension
8.1.15
requirements.
8.2
8.2.1 Relief valves set at 2400 psi. MWP is 2260 psi.
Check fluid level in high pressure accumulator bottles.
With bottle bled down and relief valve removed, from
8.2.2
the coupling down to the fluid level should be 35-40
inches.
Check the fluid level in the air/oil reservoir with rod
retracted into cylinder, oil level should be at lower sight
glass. For proper operation of the speed limiting
8.2.3
orifice and rod end hydraulic cushion, proper air/oil
fluid levels must be maintained.
8.3

Shaffer Riser Tensioners

Guide Line, Pod/Messenger Line Tensioners


Relief valves set at 1900 psi. MWP is approximately
1700.
All rod end down (RED) guide line tensioner must
have the hose in place from the end of the rod to the
8.3.2 air/oil reservoir. This is required to purge trapped air
on the low pressure side of the cylinder under the
piston.
8.4
Motion Compensator, General
Confirm a program is in place to have the system relief
8.4.1 valves bench tested and certified on an annual basis.
8.3.1

8.4.2 Record date of last relief valve inspection.

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Item #
8.4.3

8.4.4
8.4.5
8.4.6
8.4.7
8.4.8
8.4.9
8.4.10
8.4.11
8.4.12
8.4.13
8.4.14
8.4.15
8.4.16
8.4.17
8.4.18
8.4.19
8.5

Inspection Requirement
Perform a system pressure test of the compensator to
MWP to confirm integrity of piping, hoses, cylinders
and packing. Ensure lockbar is engaged in case of hose
failure.
Inspect compensator rods for signs of damage, peeling
chrome, pitting , or indentations.
Inspect the lock bar to determine if the safety stop will
prevent unintentional disengagement.
The lock bar lock/unlock position should be remotely
indicated on the Drillers console.
Check DSC position indicator for proper operation.
Are the compensator hoses properly bundled and
protected to prevent snagging on the derrick.
Check the guide dolly for loose or missing wheels
Check compensator wheel alignment.
Activate motion compensator to verify proper
operation.
Check driller's console for leaks.
Perform visual inspection of compensator, control
system high pressure air compressors, and relief
valves.
Report on condition of system hydraulic pumps.
Verify proper operation of gauges, lock mechanism and
indicator, and position indicator.
Sample system fluid and check for contamination.
Are adequate spares available on board?
Condition of deceleration valves?
Pre-charge of deceleration accumulator?

Findings

Shaffer Compensator

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Item #

Inspection Requirement
Relief valves should be set at 2400 psi. MWP is
approximately 2260 psi. Ensure all personnel are
aware of test and clear of area. Test system and hoses
8.5.1 for 6 hours. Since this test precludes personnel
working on rig floor. A minimum of one hour is
required if operations will not permit a full test.

Findings

With at least 200 psi extending the cylinders, check


each chain for wear and even tension.
Document any chain wear damage to the main frame.
Review this damage with Shaffer engineering to obtain
a disposition for corrective action. No welding should
8.5.3 ever be performed on the main frame or hook frame
plates (T-6 material). Only on special situations will
Shaffer specify welding on a DSC plate.
8.5.2

Check that excessive chain stretch will not hinder


proper operation of the lock bar.
Ensure lock bar spring is capable of lifting the lock bar
8.5.5
when load has been lifted from lock bar.
Check the fluid level in the air/oil reservoir. For proper
operation of the cylinder speed limiting valve and rod
8.5.6
end hydraulic cushion, proper air/oil fluid levels must
be maintained.
8.5.7 Are there any indications of improper alignment?
8.6
8.6.1 Compressors
8.6.2 High Pressure APVs
8.5.4

High Pressure Air System

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Section 9 Maintenance System Evaluation


Item #
Inspection Requirement
Findings
9.1
Management Organization and Administration
9.1.1 Who is in charge of maintenance on board the rig?
9.1.2 Is the maintenance function centralized or
compartmentalized? (Corporate or rig level.)
9.2
Measures of Effectiveness
9.2.1 At the rig level, do maintenance personnel have
knowledge of prior documented machinery history?
9.2.2 Do rig maintenance personnel take proactive steps to
improve machinery reliability/safety?
9.2.3 Are there any reliability indices available at the rig
level?
9.3
Work Control
9.3.1 Are maintenance personnel actions accomplished via a
workorder system?
9.4
Management Information System
9.4.1 Is a management information system used, either
manual or computerized? Describe.
9.5
Personnel
9.5.1 Are personnel adequately trained to perform expected
duties?
9.5.2 Is there structured training program for skilled trades?
9.5.3

What is the overall competence level of maintenance


personnel?

9.6
9.6.1
9.7
9.7.1

Logistics Support
Are parts available when needed? If not, why not?
Maintenance Tasks / Maintenance Engineering
Are maintenance tasks preventative, predictive,
corrective, or inactive?
Spare Parts
Are spare parts available as needed

9.8
9.8.1

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Section 10 Subsea Blowout Prevention Equipment


Item #

10.1
10.1.1

10.1.2
10.1.3
10.1.4
10.1.5
10.1.6

10.1.7
10.1.8
10.1.9
10.1.10
10.1.11

10.2
10.2.1

10.2.2

10.2.3

10.2.4

10.2.5
10.2.6

10.2.7
10.2.8

10.2.9

10.2.10

Inspection Requirement
Findings
Recommendations
Any time testing and inspection deviates from this procedure for any reason, confirm suitability with Operators representative and
record reason on daily report and trip report.
General Requirements
OAS minimum standards are API RP 53, Third Ed.,
March 1997. Local regulatory requirements or
operator standards may exceed requirements of RP 53.
Minimum Testing and Maintenance guidelines can be
found in API RP 53, sec. 18
Test flange or stump should be available for BOP well
bore pressure testing.
Test mandrel or drill pipe should be available for all
sizes of pipe required for drilling program.
BOP arrangement and pressure ratings must meet
Operators contract specifications.
Confirm that rig has in place a procedure to assure
BOP's are tested as required; BOP drills, closing
procedures and casing pressure limit posted.
Confirm stack is well secured and can be aligned
conveniently if required.
Determine if any milling operations have taken place
in the past year. Date (last well)
Confirm full opening drill string safety valve and IBOP
are available on rig floor.
Verify drill string safety valve handles are available in
specified locations on rig floor.
Confirm record of major inspection conducted for
stack, choke and diverter components. API RP 53,
sec. 18.10.3 recommends complete disassembly and
inspection per OEM guidelines every 3-5 years.
Pressure Testing
Appropriate test pump and a four hour rotation chart
recorder should be available for testing. API RP 53,
sec. 18.3.2
Separate low and high pressure gauges to be available
for testing with minimum face diameter of 4.5.
Required tests to fall between 25% and 75% of gauge
full pressure range. API Spec 16A - VI B 3.2
Confirm all gauges in BOP control system have been
calibrated within 1% of full scale the last 3 years. API
RP 53, sec. 13.9.3g
Acceptance criteria is a straight line pressure test with
no test fluid leakage. No leaks is minimum standard
for all pressure testing.
Fluorescein dye should be added to fluid prior to
commencement of testing.
Operating chambers to be tested to maximum rated
working pressure for 5 minutes with possible exception
of annular open/close operating chambers. (Note: Do
not exceed 1500 PSI on Shaffer Annulars.)
Review testing procedures confirming the following
points are addressed:

Low pressure testing, 200-300 PSI, with a


minimum duration of 5 minutes is to be performed
before high pressure testing. API RP-53, sec. 18.3.2.1
High pressure testing is to be held stable for 10
minutes. API RP 53, sec. 18.3.2.2. (Chevron
requirement)
Intervals between BOP pressure and function tests
should be per government requirements or operator
requirements, whichever is stricter.

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Item #
10.2.11

10.2.12

10.2.13

10.2.14

10.2.15

10.2.16
10.2.17

10.3.1
10.3.1.1
10.3.1.2
10.3.1.3
10.3.1.4

10.3.1.5
10.3.1.6

10.3.1.7
10.3.1.8
10.3.1.9

Inspection Requirement
Findings
Maximum interval for function testing should not
exceed one week. Function testing should be
alternated from drillers to remote panels. API RP 53,
sec. 18.3.1. (UK and Chevron requirements will
supercede)
Pressure testing should be conducted prior to spud,
after change of any BOP element or at an interval not
to exceed 21 days. API RP 53, sec. 18.3.3 (UK and
Chevron requirements will supercede)

Ram locking devices should be operated and


operation demonstrated while pressure testing per a
preset schedule. (Rams closed, locks engaged,
operating pressure bled off, perform wellbore test.)
API RP 53, sec. 17.5.8
Annular preventers and multiple size rams should
be tested on all sizes of pipe to be used on well.
Preventers should be operated with standard operating
pressure while testing.
Valves shall be tested from direction in which they
shall see pressure in service, such as kill lines and
valves between buffer chambers and chokes.
Each piece of equipment undergoing test should be
recorded on the test chart.

Problems and corrective actions should be


recorded either on the chart or on a separate document.

Recommendations

Ram #1
Check throughbore for keyseating damage and record
findings.
Check vent ports and bodies for signs of hydraulic
fluid or wellbore fluid leakage.
Check preventer exterior for signs of hydraulic or
wellbore fluid leakage.
Check ram cavities for the following: (if possible have
bonnets/doors opened prior to arrival of audit team)
Ram change rods, ram shaft sealing surfaces, &
bonnet sealing surfaces shall be in good condition.
Ram shaft packing retainer shall be in position.
Check for excessive corrosion in the area of retainer
ring groove.
Ram blocks shall be checked for damage caused
by closing on tool joints
Check P/N to verify H2S service ram blocks are in
use if required by operator..
Confirm ram elastomers are in excellent condition.
Elastomers on BOPs which have been out of service
more than 6 months should be considered for
replacement. API RP 53, sec. 18.5.11

10.3.1.10 Conduct a hydraulic operating chamber pressure test to


maximum working pressure. Pressure to working
pressure of operator and held for 5 minutes while
recorded on chart.
10.3.1.11 Perform well bore pressure test at 250 psi and to
MWP.
10.3.1.12 Confirm integrity of ram locking system during well
bore tests.
10.3.1.13 Confirm ability of shear rams to cut drill pipe to be
used. Reference information from the appropriate
manufacturers engineering bulletin. Note that
developments in quality of tubulars has left some
shearing systems unable to cut pipe. Use of special
ram blocks, large bore or tandem boosters may be
required for some operations.
10.3.1.14 Confirm spare ram blocks are suitable for intended
drilling program.

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Item #
10.3.2
10.3.2.1
10.3.2.2
10.3.2.3
10.3.2.4
10.3.2.5

Inspection Requirement
Findings
Ram #2
Check through-bore for key-seating damage and record
findings.
.Verify ram preventers have adequate clearance for
tool joints between pipe rams to allow ram to ram
stripping.
Check
vent ports and bodies for signs of hydraulic

Recommendations

fluid or well-bore fluid leakage.


Check preventer exterior for signs of hydraulic or wellbore fluid leakage.
Check ram cavities for the following: (if possible have
bonnets/doors opened prior to arrival of audit team)

Ram change rods, ram shaft sealing surfaces, &


bonnet sealing surfaces shall be in good condition.
10.3.2.7 Ram shaft packing retainer shall be in position.
Check for excessive corrosion in the area of retainer
ring groove.
10.3.2.8 Ram blocks shall be checked for damage caused
by closing on tool joints
10.3.2.9 Check P/N to verify H2S service ram blocks are in use
if required by operator.
10.3.2.10 Confirm ram elastomers are in excellent condition.
Elastomers on BOPs which have been out of service
more than 6 months should be considered for
replacement. API RP 53, sec. 18.5.11
10.3.2.6

10.3.2.11 Conduct a hydraulic operating chamber pressure test to


maximum working pressure.
10.3.2.12 Perform well bore pressure test at 250 psi and to
MWP.
10.3.2.13 Confirm integrity of ram locking system during well
bore tests.
10.3.2.14 Ram cavity specified for drill pipe hang off shall be
equipped with hang-off ram blocks. Verify
manufacturers P/N. State capacity.
10.3.2.15 Confirm spare ram blocks are suitable for intended
drilling program.
10.3.3
10.3.3.1 Check through-bore for key-seating damage and record
findings.
10.3.3.2 Verify ram preventers have adequate clearance for tool
joints between pipe rams to allow ram to ram stripping.
10.3.3.3
10.3.3.4
10.3.3.5

Check vent ports and bodies for signs of hydraulic


fluid or well-bore fluid leakage.
Check preventer exterior for signs of hydraulic or wellbore fluid leakage.
Check ram cavities for the following: (if possible have
bonnets/doors opened prior to arrival of audit team)

Ram change rods, ram shaft sealing surfaces, &


bonnet sealing surfaces shall be in good condition.
10.3.3.7 Ram shaft packing retainer shall be in position.
Check for excessive corrosion in the area of retainer
ring groove.
10.3.3.8 Ram blocks shall be checked for damage caused
by closing on tool joints
10.3.3.9 Check P/N to verify H2S service ram blocks are in
use if required by operator.
10.3.3.10 Confirm ram elastomers are in excellent condition.
Elastomers on BOPs which have been out of service
more than 6 months should be considered for
replacement. API RP 53, sec. 18.5.11
10.3.3.6

10.3.3.11 Conduct a hydraulic operating chamber pressure test to


maximum working pressure on open and close side.

Ram #3

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Item #
Inspection Requirement
Findings
10.3.3.12 Perform well bore pressure test at 250 PSI and to
MWP.
10.3.3.13 Confirm integrity of ram locking system during well
bore tests.
10.3.3.14 Ram cavity specified for drill pipe hang off shall be
equipped with hang-off ram blocks. Verify
manufacturers P/N. State capacity.
10.3.3.15 Confirm spare ram blocks are suitable for intended
drilling program.
10.3.4
Ram #4
10.3.4.1 Check through-bore for key-seating damage and record
findings.
10.3.4.2 Verify ram preventers have adequate clearance for tool
joints between pipe rams to allow ram to ram stripping.
10.3.4.3
10.3.4.4
10.3.4.5

Check vent ports and bodies for signs of hydraulic


fluid or well-bore fluid leakage.
Check preventer exterior for signs of hydraulic or wellbore fluid leakage.
Check ram cavities for the following: (if possible have
bonnets/doors opened prior to arrival of audit team)

10.3.4.6

Ram change rods, ram shaft sealing surfaces, & bonnet


sealing surfaces shall be in good condition.
10.3.4.7 Ram shaft packing retainer shall be in position.
Check for excessive corrosion in the area of retainer
ring groove.
10.3.4.8 Ram blocks shall be checked for damage caused
by closing on tool joints
10.3.4.9 Check P/N to verify H2S service ram blocks are in
use if required by operator..
10.3.4.10 Confirm ram elastomers are in excellent condition.
Elastomers on BOPs which have been out of service
more than 6 months should be considered for
replacement. API RP 53, sec. 18.5.11
10.3.4.11 Conduct a hydraulic operating chamber pressure test to
maximum working pressure.
10.3.4.12 Perform well bore pressure test at 250 psi and to
MWP.
10.3.4.13 Confirm integrity of ram locking system during well
bore tests.
10.3.4.14 Ram cavity specified for drill pipe hang off shall be
equipped with hang-off ram blocks. Verify
manufacturers P/N. State capacity.
10.3.4.15 Confirm spare ram blocks are suitable for intended
drilling program.
10.4.1
Annular Preventer, Upper
10.4.1.1 Check through-bore for key-seating damage and record
findings.
10.4.1.2 Check vent ports and body for signs of hydraulic fluid
or well-bore fluid leakage.
10.4.1.3 Examine annular element, look for major tears and
protrusion into well-bore.
10.4.1.4 Conduct a hydraulic operating chamber pressure tests
to maximum working pressure. (Do not exceed 1500
psi on Shaffer annulars.)
10.4.1.5 Well-bore pressure test annular to 250 psi and MWP.
Annular BOPs, with joint of pipe, may be tested to
70% rated MWP. API RP 53, sec. 18.3.1-3 (UK and
operator requirements will determine test pressure.)
10.4.1.6
10.4.1.7
10.4.2

Test annular with smallest OD pipe to be used on well.


API RP 53, sec.18.5.3
Conduct drift test per API 16A - Appendix C525.
Element must return to full bore within 30 minutes.
Annular Preventer, Lower

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Item #
10.4.2.1
10.4.2.2
10.4.2.3
10.4.2.4

10.4.2.5
10.4.2.6
10.5
10.5.1
10.5.2

10.5.3
10.5.4
10.5.5
10.6
10.6.1
10.6.2

10.6.3

10.6.4
10.6.5

10.6.6

10.6.7

10.6.8

10.6.9

10.6.10
10.6.11
10.6.12

Inspection Requirement
Findings
Check through-bore for key-seating damage and record
findings.
Check vent ports and body for signs of hydraulic fluid
or well-bore fluid leakage.
Examine annular element, look for major tears and
protrusion into well-bore.
Conduct a hydraulic operating chamber pressure tests
to maximum working pressure. (Do not exceed 1500
psi on Shaffer annular)
Test annular with smallest OD pipe to be used on well.
API RP 53, sec.18.5.3
Conduct drift test per API 16A - Appendix C525.
Element must return to full bore within 30 minutes.
BOP Stack Mounted Valves
Target flanges shall be removed for verification of lead
content and erosion.
Subsea valves shall be hydraulically pumped opened
and allowed to close with spring force alone to verify
proper operation of the assist-close system. (If a
separate hydraulic close assist system exists the
operation will be verified.)
Pressure test valves from the top prior to BOP going
subsea.
Pressure test operating chambers to MWP.
Pressure test valves to 250 PSI and MWP.
BOP Control Unit and Remote Panels
To what standard, API, contractor, or operator, is the
accumulator unit sized?
Conduct an accumulator volume test according to API
RP-53, 3rd edition, section 13.3.2 and 18.7.1 The
accumulator bottles shall be able to deliver, with the
pumps turned off, enough usable fluid to close and
open all ram preventers and one annular preventer.
The combination of all pump systems should be
capable of charging the accumulator system from the
minimum calculated operating pressure to the system
maximum rated pressure in 15 minutes. API RP 53
section 13.4.1
Confirm surface accumulator precharge is 1000 psi for
3000 psi systems. API RP 53,sec. 13.3.7
Open reservoir inspection ports and confirm proper
fluid level and that no bacteria or contamination is in
the fluid.
Perform random fluid check to a few pod pilot lines on
each pod. They are susceptible to bacteria growth.
Bacteria in lines will eventually cause excessive
corrosion, damage in pod valve components, and pod
valve failure.
Does the rig have a fluid condition monitoring
program? Are fluid strainers cleaned on a schedule?
Confirm fluid meets requirements of API RP 53, sec.
13.3.9
Record for corrective action any functions, regulators,
or relief valves leaking fluid into the reservoir.
Determine if hydraulic power unit has two power
sources to recharge accumulator bottles in the event
one should fail. API RP 53, sec. 13.4.1
Verify accumulator bottle isolation valves are in the
open position.
Does rig implement safe work permit or isolation
permit system when working on HP accumulators?
Are all hydraulic power unit and remote panel
functions and gauges clearly labeled? API RP 53, sec.
13.9.3 f

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Item #
10.6.13

10.6.14
10.6.15
10.6.16

10.6.17
10.6.18
10.6.19

10.6.20
10.6.21

10.6.22

10.6.23

10.6.24

10.6.25
10.6.26
10.6.27

10.6.28
10.6.29

Inspection Requirement
Findings
Confirm controls for shear rams have a cover to
prevent accidental operation. Cover shall not be
locked. API RP 53, sec. 13.9.3 f
Operate all functions and regulators from remote
panels and at main unit.
Pressure test the control system:
Place control system in drilling position and apply full
system pressure to the unit, rig piping, hoses, and
preventers. ( 1,500 psi max. Shaffer annulars)
Repeat pressure test with preventers in the closed
or killing position.
Are accumulator unit and controls safe distance from
rig floor.? API RP 53, sec. 13.5.1
Are rig personnel trained on operation of BOP
controls? What type of well control certification, and
is certification up to date?
Check the control system for external leaks at pipe
fittings, hoses and couplings.
Check subsea, surface and pilot accumulator bottles,
plus annular surge bottles for correct precharge per the
water depth.
Check surface and subsea accumulator bottles for
proper N2 precharge per water depth, including all
pilot, failsafe and annular surge bottles where
applicable.
Control system pods shall latch and unlatch properly.
No obstructions shall be above the pod to prevent their
retrieval.
Check that control system regulators have been upgraded to allow operation with the loss of rig air
supply.
Any newly assembled control system hoses shall be
pressure tested to 1.5 x WP prior to installation.
All critical hoses (e.g. shear ram close, connector
unlock) shall be pressure tested to 1.25 x WP.
All functions, gauges and regulators shall operate
properly from the remote panels and the hose reel
panels.
Record the gallon count and time required for each
function from both pods.
Function response times shall meet API RP-53, 3rd
edition, section 13.3.5. Rams shall close within 45
seconds and annulars shall close within 60 seconds.

10.6.30

Pressure test the complete control system at full system


pressure of 3,000 psi for 20 minutes, lining up each
pod in both the drilling position and the killing
position. (only 1,500 psi on Shaffer annulars)

10.6.31

Review the current ROV capabilities for correct


installation and propose changes or additions if
required. Operate the ROV functions.

10.7
10.7.1
10.7.2
10.7.3

10.7.4
10.7.5

Choke and Kill Hoses


Choke and kill hoses adequately sized; properly
secured?
Examine armor for signs of physical damage. Conduct
visual inspection per API RP 53, sec. 18.10.2
Have C/K lines been pressure tested as required?
Testing required same as BOPs API RP 53 , sec.
18.10.2
Review records of HP hose tests.

HP choke, kill, and cement hoses shall be


inspected
and
tested
per
manufacturers
recommendations. Appropriate equipment manuals
should be available at each rig.

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Item #
10.7.6

10.8
10.8.1
10.8.2

Inspection Requirement
Findings
Record manufacturer, serial number, WP and date of
manufacture on all choke and kill flexible hoses. This
information is lettered on the ends of the hose.
Choke Manifold
Confirm choke manifold meets operator contract
specifications.
Confirm choke manifold meets API RP 53, sec. 8.2.

10.8.3

Components subjected to well bore pressure should be


flanged, clamped or welded. API RP 53 3,sec. 8.2.b

10.8.4

Open and inspect targets for erosion or lead content as


follows:

10.8.5
10.8.6
10.8.7
10.8.8

1. Targets in manifold T
2. Targets in C/K lines between manifold and droop hoses.
3. Targets on BOP

10.8.9
10.8.10
10.8.11
10.8.12
10.8.13
10.8.14
10.8.15
10.8.16
10.8.17

10.8.18
10.8.19
10.8.20
10.8.21

10.8.22
10.9
10.9.1
10.9.2
10.9.3
10.9.4

10.10
10.10.1
10.10.2

10.10.3
10.10.4
10.10.5
10.11

Confirm proper calibration of manifold and drill pipe


well control pressure gauges.
Confirm that a fill-up line separate from the kill line is
available.
Choke and kill lines plus manifolds should be secured
and all 90o bends targeted.
Is choke line diameter and pressure rating adequate for
the intended operation?
Confirm availability of adequate spares per API RP 53,
sec. 8.5
Check that choke lines are manifolded so fluids can be:
Dumped overboard
Degassed and mud recovered
Check valve hand wheels for free operation.
Review rigs schedule for valve greasing. Do valves
appear to have been greased per schedule? Confirm
use of OEM recommended lubricant.
Perform low pressure testing to 250 PSI /5 minutes and
high pressure testing / 10 minutes to MWP.
Visually inspect interior of mud/gas separator for
corrosion. Refer to API RP 53, sec. 16.9
Sketch mud/gas separator, note height of mud seal.
Is separator of adequate volume, vent line of proper
diameter and mud seal of adequate height for the
operation?
Measure gas vent line ID. Is height adequate for safe
operation?
Manual Choke
Verify proper operation and record any deficiencies.
API RP 53, sec. 18.6.3
Manual and hydraulic chokes shall be opened to check
for erosion or damage
Adjustable chokes do not require full sealing. API RP
53 3rd ED sec. 18.6.4
Confirm manual choke position indicator is readable
and remote choke position indicator is functioning and
properly calibrated.
Remote Choke and Controls
Verify proper operation and record any deficiencies.
API RP 53, sec. 18.6.3
Chokes shall be opened to check for erosion or
damage. Pressure test chokes to confirm they are
working properly.
Adjustable chokes do not require full sealing. API RP
53, sec. 18.6.4
Verify operation of remote choke panel pump stroke
counter.
Verify operation of alternate power supply for the
remote choke.
Diverter System

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Item #
10.11.1

10.11.2
10.11.3

10.11.4
10.11.5

10.11.6
10.11.7
10.12
10.12.1
10.12.2

10.12.3

10.13
10.13.1
10.13.2
10.14
10.14.1

10.14.2
10.14.3
10.14.4

10.14.5

10.14.6

10.14.7
10.15
10.15.1

10.15.2
10.15.3

10.15.4
10.15.5

Inspection Requirement
Findings
Function test the diverter packer and both insert and
diverter assembly lockdown dogs, checking for signs
of leakage.
Examine the flow line seals for damage. Replace
severely seals.
Pressure test ball joint seals with grease gun and a
pressure gauge. Diverter systems are typically tested to
low pressure only after they are installed. (200 psi
typical because the slip joint seal is the limiting factor.)
API RP 53, sec.18.4.1d
Inspect and test insert packer lock down dogs.
Confirm alignment pins are properly installed.
Confirm vent line valves are full-opening type and
designed to automatically open before diverter closes.
Per API RP 53, Section 5.2.3
Function test diveter system and any interlock(s).
Refer to API RP 53, sec. 18.4.1-2
If system cannot be function tested document why.
Clamps, Flanges and Fasteners
Confirm all studs are B7 and nuts are 2H.
Review rig bolt pre-loading procedures and lubricant.
API RP 53, sec. 18.11.2 and 18.11.4, API Spec. 6A
Any wellbore pressure connection should be re-torqued
after a full pressure test.
Confirm face to face contact for assembled AX, BX
and CX flanges and hubs. Disassemble and fault
determination is required for properly torqued
connections failing to make face to face contact.
Ring Gaskets and Grooves
Examine all grooves for signs of damage.
Assure no resilient gaskets are in use or available on
rig. API RP 53, sections 18.11.2
Connectors
Connectors shall have a flag on the position indicator
which can be observed by the rig camera and the ROV
camera.
Connectors shall be lubricated with the lubricant
specified by the manufacturer.
Gasket retainer pins shall function properly.
If the wellhead connector has a POCV check valve
installed in the lock hydraulic line, function and
pressure test.
Unlatch the connectors checking that the required
unlatching pressures are within the limits specified by
the manufacturer.
Record required primary or secondary unlocking
pressure after closing with 1,500 psi or 3,000 psi
closing pressure. Consult Vetcos OSP #335 for
allowable unlocking pressures.
Actions shall be taken to correct connector operation.
Riser
Visually inspect each riser box and pin. Check
condition of riser locking mechanism. Surface finish
of pins shall be acceptable. If pins have been skim cut,
adequate diameter shall be verified with original
manufacturer.
Inspect riser buoyancy and attachment straps. Report
damage and inadequate attachment.
Riser seals shall be in as new condition. Adequate
choke and kill line seals shall be on board to replace all
seals for the anticipated water depth.
Check that choke and kill lines end float is per the
manufactures recommendation.
Check to insure all riser choke and kill line clamps are
properly bolted and in good condition.

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Item #
10.15.6

Inspection Requirement
Findings
Review the riser NDE procedures. All used riser end
connections and butt welds are to be MPI inspected to
a correct procedure.
10.15.7 Date and results of last wall thickness survey C & K
lines?
10.15.8 Riser Joint NDE/wall thickness
10.15.9 Riser Spider NDE
10.15.10 Riser Handling Tools NDE
10.15.11 Elevator and Bales NDE
10.15.12 500 ton elevators and bales are recommended for stack
handling.
10.16
Telescopic Joint
10.16.1 Telescopic joint NDE / wall thickness?
10.16.2 Review NDE procedures. All end connections and
butt welds are to be subjected to NDE after every 180
service days.
10.16.3 Date and results of last wall thickness survey Surveys
should be conducted every 5 years.
10.17
Riser Adapter
10.17.1 Details of NDE and record wall thickness.
10.17.2 Check through bore for key-seating and record
findings.
10.18
Ball Joint
10.18.1 Check through bore for key-seating and record
findings.
10.18.2 Ensure that condition of lower to upper body studs are
satisfactory and torqued to manufacturers specs. This
pertains to both ball and flex joints.
10.19
Rig Positioning Equipment
10.19.1 Rig positioning system shall be properly calibrated by
a person competent in its operation.
10.20
ROV
10.20.1 Review current ROV capabilities and for correct
installation. Propose changes or additions as required.
10.21
10.21.1
10.21.2
10.21.3
10.21.4
10.22
10.22.1
10.22.2

10.22.3

10.22.4

10.22.5

10.22.6

10.22.7
10.23
10.23.1

BOP Handling System


Comment on condition of the BOP handling system.
Record date system was inspected by qualified
personnel.
Do cables appear in good condition?
Record in service date of cables.
Rig Floor, Procedures and Regulatory
Confirm well control equipment and associated
operations comply with local regulatory requirements.
Intervals between tests should be per government
requirements or operator requirements, whichever is
stricter.
Maximum interval for function testing should not
exceed one week. Function testing should be alternated
from driller's to remote panels. API RP 53, sec. 18.3.1.
Pressure testing should be conducted prior to spud, after
change of any BOP element or at an interval not to
exceed 21 days. API RP 53, sec. 18.3.3
Confirm that rig has in place a procedure to assure BOPs
are tested as required; BOP drills, closing procedures,
casing pressure limit posted and emergency riser unlatch
procedures
Confirm record of major inspection conducted for
stack, choke and diverter components. API RP 53, sec.
18.10.3 recommends complete disassembly and
inspection per OEM guidelines every 3-5 years.

Are rig personnel current on required well control


training?
Bulletins
Is current file available containing OEM (original
equipment manufacturer) safety and repair notices for
installed equipment. API RP 53, sec. 18.12.2

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Item #
10.23.2
10.24
10.24.1

10.24.2
10.24.3
10.24.4
10.24.5

10.24.6
10.25
10.25.1

10.25.2

Inspection Requirement
Findings
Have all OEM recommendations and modifications
been implemented?
Preventative Maintenance
Review rig PM system. Are well control equipment
items included and maintained as required? API RP
53, sec.18.12.1
Are repair and maintenance records accurate and up to
date?
Is a history file maintained per API RP 53,
sec.18.13.2?
Confirm adequate BOP spare parts are on board. API
RP 53, sec. 7.6, 9.4, 11.5
Are API documents (spec 6A, 16A, 16C, 16D, RP 53,
16Q, 64) available as recommended? Reference API
RP 53, sec.18.13.5
Is stored BOP equipment maintained according to
guidelines in API RP 53, Sec.18.11.5?
Welding
Inspect well-bore pressure containing components for
signs of unauthorized welding. Weld repairs can be
performed only in compliance with guidelines
referenced in API RP 53, sec.18.11.7
Examine all components for evidence of unauthorized
weld repairs. Examine rig high pressure lines for
patches.

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Section 11 Page 52 of 61

Section 11 Safety Survey


Item #
Inspection Requirement
11.1
11.1.1
Check Hazardous Area Enclosure Register and
ensure annual inspection is being carried out.
11.1.2
Safety equipment available and worn?
11.1.3
Appropriate warning and safety signs displayed?
11.1.4
Qualified first-aider on each crew?
11.1.5
First-aid supplies.
11.1.6
Emergency eyewash station.

11.1.7
11.1.8
11.1.9
11.1.10
11.2
11.2.1
11.2.2
11.2.3
11.2.4
11.2.5
11.2.6
11.2.7
11.3
11.4
11.5
11.5.1

Findings
General Requirements

Recommendations

Note

Emergency phone numbers posted?


Welding/cutting procedures as required.
Lockout/Tagout procedures as required.
Designated smoking areas with matches, lighters and
materials controlled?
Personal Protective Equipment
Hard hats and steel-toed boots/shoes worn?
Eye protection.
Gloves.
Protective clothing.
Hearing protection.
Respiratory protection.
Belts and safety lines.
Hospital
Lifesaving Equipment
Lifeboats
Clear, easy access provided?

11.5.2
11.5.3
11.5.4
11.5.5
11.5.6
11.5.7
11.5.8
11.5.9
11.5.10
11.5.11
11.5.12
11.5.13

Craft labeled per regulation?


Maintained in working order?
Start engine.
Test emergency start.
Test VHF radio.
Lower boat.
Launch/Release hook.
Test sprinkler system.
Test bilge pump.
Is EPIRB included? (IMO 11.4.1.3)
Check engine operation.
Raise boat.

11.5.14
11.5.15

Does boat stop before striking platform?


Is hoisting mechanism and cable in good condition?
Falls used in launching shall be turned end for end at
intervals of not more than 30 months and be renewed
when necessary due to deterioration of falls or at
intervals of not more than 5 years, whichever is earlier.

11.5.16

If falls cannot be turned end for end, then they must be


replaced every 4 years. (IMO MODU Code 10.18.4)

11.5.17
11.5.18
11.5.19
11.5.20
11.5.21
11.6
11.6.1
11.6.2
11.6.3

Are provisions adequate?


Regularly inspected and tested?
Record date of last inspection.
Record personnel capacity.
Record overall condition.

11.6.4
11.6.5
11.6.6

Size.
Record date of last inspection.
Is a spare available to use during servicing?

(SOLAS Chapter III 19.4),

Life Rafts
Manufacturer.
Type/model.
Quantity.

Yes

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Item #
11.6.7
11.6.8
11.6.9
11.6.10
11.6.11
11.7
11.7.1

Inspection Requirement
Record condition of raising and lowering system.
Inflatable life rafts - stored in good condition?
Inspected annually?
Instructions posted?
Launching mechanism in good condition?

11.7.2
11.7.3

Launch, operate, and retrieve rescue boat.


Record date of last inspection.

11.7.4
11.8
11.8.1
11.8.2
11.8.3
11.8.4
11.8.5
11.8.6
11.8.7
11.8.8
11.8.9
11.8.10
11.8.11
11.8.12

Record any deficiencies.

Findings

Rescue Boat
Fast Rescue Craft per regulation?

Life Preservers and Life Rings


List manufacturer, date and model.
Check total quantity on board.
Check condition.
Check quantities at each stowage location.
Coverage of life preservers per regulation?
Properly stored?
Approved?
Labeled?
Whistles?
Lights and reflective tape?
Immersion suits per regulation? Quantity?
Work vests provided and used for work over water?

11.8.13

Ring life-buoys - proper number, position properly


equipped?

11.9
11.9.1
11.9.2

Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus


Compressor:
Inspect hoses for chaffing or excessive wear damage.

11.9.3
11.9.4

Condition and tension of drive belts.


Condition of cable and plug for cuts, flattened or
pinched sections.
Record date of last air filter change.
Run compressor on test for several minutes.

11.9.5
11.9.6
11.9.7
11.9.8
11.9.9
11.9.10
11.9.11
11.9.12
11.9.13
11.9.14
11.10
11.10.1
11.10.2
11.10.3

11.10.4
11.10.5
11.10.6
11.10.7

11.10.8
11.11
11.11.1

Inspect mask and hose contamination, damage or


corrosion.
When were cylinders sent off rig for
inspection/recertification.
Check cylinder gauge for damage.
Check cylinder pressure.
Examine harness for excessive wear or damage.
Are SCBAs located outside areas with automatic fire
suppression systems?
Fire Pumps
Are at least two (2) fire pumps installed?
Insure that pumps are isolated from each other.
Test each fire pump for adequate output pressure and
record. Check for vibration and overheating. Check
mechanical seal for leakage. Record date of last major
overhaul.
Test installed helideck foam monitor.
Test water cannons.
Test rig floor and cellar deck deluge system.
Is accommodation sprinkler system operational? Is
maintenance being carried out as per PM system?
Check operating pressure at sprinkler tank. Record any
drop from set pressure.
Does a fire pump run from emergency generator
board?
Fire Fighting Equipment
Inspect each fire station (fire main) for readiness and
condition.

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Item #
Inspection Requirement
11.11.2 Fire hose (minimum 50 feet)? Inspect hoses and their
threaded connections for damage.
11.11.3 Combination nozzle, wrench and fire station valve in
good condition?
11.11.4 Fire extinguishers charged, mounted, tagged, and
sealed? Record date of last 3rd party inspection.
Check for proper storage, accessibility, visibility and
condition of boxes. Ensure operating instructions are
clear and legible.
11.11.5 Check general condition of all equipment in safety and
crash kit for any evidence of damage, deformation or
deterioration. Ensure B/A bottles are fully charged.
Check that contents of box match inventory list.
11.12
11.12.1

11.12.2

11.12.3

11.12.4
11.12.5
11.13
11.13.1
11.13.2
11.13.3
11.13.4
11.13.5
11.13.6

11.14
11.14.1
11.14.2
11.14.3
11.14.4
11.14.5
11.14.6
11.14.7

11.14.8
11.14.9

11.14.10
11.14.11
11.14.12

11.14.13
11.15
11.15.1

Findings

Inert Gas Fire Fighting Systems


Inspect installed inert gas fire fighting systems, i.e.,
C02, halon. General inspection of entire system to
ensure there is nothing to interfere with operation of
equipment or access to release controls.
Inspect all components of system such as piping,
nozzles, valves, sirens, remote pull controls and boxes
for visible damage or corrosion.
Examine all nozzles and piping for obstructions from
paint, oil, grease, dirt or any matter that would interfere
with proper operation.
Check associated alarms.
Record date of last 3rd party inspection.
Foam Fire Fighting Systems
Date of last foam analysis?
Quantity of spare foam on board?
Quantity of foam required for system.
Type of foam used? (example AFFF 3%)
Condition of piping, valves, monitors and check
valves?
Start foam pump, run for several minutes to check for
vibration, overheating or mechanical seal leakage.
Check operation from alternative stop/start station.
Record date of last major overhaul.
Alarms and Detection
General alarm.
Fire detection alarm.
Smoke alarm.
Hydrocarbon alarms. Ensure low level alarm initiates
at 20%.
H2S alarm. Insure low level alarm initiates at 10 PPM,
and high level initiates at 20 PPM.
Bilge flooding alarms.
Machinery space alarms. Can alarms be heard at all
points on rig, including inside mud logging unit,
wireline work shop and high noise areas?
Visible alarm in high noise area?
Rig personnel to test one call point, one heat detector,
one smoke detector and one flame detector at random
from separate zones.
Test fault circuits from 2 or 3 zones.
Inspect sensors in dirty or recently painted areas for
cleanliness and damage.
Check control panel and verify all channels are
operational on gas detection system. Rig personnel to
apply calibration gas and confirm meters display
correct percentages of combustible gas as per
calibration gas mixtures.
Select and test random number of sensors and
locations.
Plans, Permits and Supervisor's Requirements
Check to see if following contingency plans are
available on board.

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Item #
11.15.2
11.15.3
11.15.4
11.15.5
11.15.6
11.15.7
11.15.8
11.15.9
11.15.10

Inspection Requirement
Man overboard.
Fire.
Abandon rig.
Critical H2S wells (sour gas).
Current well control training?
Confined Space Entry procedures as required.
Incident report forms.
Procedure for reporting accidents.
Accident/injury forms filled out & copies to Operator's
Supervisor?
11.15.11 Drilling Safety Program Manual.
11.16
11.16.1 Are fire drills conducted weekly?
11.16.2 Are abandonment drills conducted weekly?
11.16.3 Review / critique drills.
11.16.4 Drills follow IADC guidelines?
11.16.5 Check records of drills.
11.17
11.17.1 Regular safety inspections performed and corrections
made; records on-site?
11.17.2 Accident prevention program in effect?
11.17.3 Safety meetings held regularly? Safety meeting
minutes on record?
11.17.4 Personnel training (API RP-54, well control, H2S;
FA/CPR, fire) records available?
11.17.5 Employees trained in safety policies; orientation given
to all new employees?

Findings

Drills

Records

Recommendations

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Item #
Inspection Requirement
11.17.6 Local doctor and hospital telephone numbers posted by
phone in tool pusher's office?
11.17.7 Maintenance program and records for critical
equipment?
11.18
11.18.1 Depending on expected H2S concentration,
government regulation and management direction, is a
copy of appropriate H2S regulations available?
11.18.2 Contingency plan on location, if required?
11.18.3 Annual H2S safety training of personnel?
11.18.4 First-aid training for H2S exposure provided in
employee training?
11.18.5 Materials and equipment selected for H2S service?
11.18.6 Protective breathing equipment maintained at two (2)
places on well site?
11.18.7 Two (2) wind direction indicators at strategic
locations?
11.18.8 Automatic H2S detection and alarm system?
11.18.9 System of breathing air manifold, hoses and masks on
rig floor and in briefing areas?
11.18.10 Cascade system to refill individual bottles?
11.18.11 O2 resuscitator; stokes litter, retrieval ropes with
harness?
11.18.12 Facial hair requirements?
11.18.13 Chalk boards; bull horns?
11.18.14 Weekly H2S drills?
11.18.15 Safe breathing areas designated?

Findings

H2S Requirements

Recommendations

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Section 12 Page 57 of 61

Section 12 Environmental Audit


Item #
Inspection Requirement
12.1
Environmental Management
12.1.1
Does rig have copies of the Operator/Contractor
environmental policy posted?
12.1.2
Date of last environmental audit?
12.1.3
By whom?
12.1.4
What were findings of the audit?
12.1.5
Have adverse findings been corrected? If not, explain.
12.1.6

What environmental inspections are routinely


performed (daily visual, oil and grease spills, etc.)?

12.1.7

Are records on training requirements in environmental


matters (hazardous waste, non-hazardous oilfield
waste, etc.) documented?
Are MARPOL Annex V placards posted? Where?
Is the required oil pollution placard posted? Where?

12.1.8
12.1.9
12.1.10
12.1.11
12.1.12
12.1.13
12.2
12.2.1

12.2.2

12.2.3
12.2.4
12.2.5
12.2.6
12.2.7
12.2.8
12.2.9
12.2.10
12.2.11
12.2.12
12.2.13
12.2.14
12.2.15
12.2.16
12.2.17
12.2.18
12.2.19
12.2.20
12.2.21
12.2.22
12.2.23
12.2.24

12.3
12.3.1
12.3.2
12.3.3

Findings

Is there a current facility chemical list?


Is MSDS file current and indexed? Are personnel
aware of MSDS file, its location and use?
Are Material Safety Data Sheets posted in areas where
chemicals are being used?
Is the Flag State required Oil Record Book current?
General Discharge Control
Are all discharge points from rig identified,
inventoried, flow rates, and compositions of effluent(s)
identified?
Does rainwater drain overboard or to a tank or sump?
What facilities are available to stop a direct overboard
discharge in case of a deck spill?
Is there evidence of mud leakage from rig floor?
Check containment for the following:
Draw-works.
Rotary table.
Diverter housing.
Mouse/Rat holes.
Wire-line anchor points.
Are rig drains kept clean?
In areas of oil-based mud usage are drains isolated?
Where rig drains discharge to a collection tank:
What provision exists to separate oil and water?
How are levels monitored?
Are all areas of engine room free from oil, particularly
the bilges?
Are open drains protected from oil ingress?
Are there holes drilled or plugs removed to allow
spillage to drain from containment areas?
Is there evidence of oil loss overboard from the
anchor/jacking winches, lifeboat winches, etc.?
Is containment provided?
Are there drain lines from deck containment areas?
Are absorbent spill kits available at strategic deck
locations?
Are deck cranes capable of losing oil overboard?
Are crane engine/hydraulic compartments sealed or
fitted with drain lines?
Where do drain lines discharge?
Do all gravity drains have water traps or other means to
prevent gas escaping through the drain? [Refer to 30
CFR 250.40(b)(4).]
12.3 Rig Floor Discharge
Routing of drains - direct overboard or to collection
tank.
If drains connect to a collection tank:
Where is it?

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Item #
Inspection Requirement
12.3.4
Are there alarms on it?
12.3.5
Where does mud bucket discharge?
12.3.6
Is rig fitted with a drip tray under the rotary table?
Where does it discharge?
12.3.7
Are mouse-hole and rat-hole blanked off? Where do
they discharge?
12.3.8
Where is the standpipe bled to?
12.3.9
Where does the Draw-works chain lube oil tank
discharge?
12.3.10 Where does the rotary gear oil tank discharge?
12.3.11 Where does the Draw-works cooling water discharge if
drained?
12.3.12 What type of inhibitor is used?
12.3.13 Where is the Elmagco brake system discharge?
12.3.14 Is there any leakage from the slip joint?
12.4
12.4.1
Are the mud and charging pumps within a containment
area?
12.4.2
Where does the containment area(s) drain?
12.4.3
Where are the pop-off lines routed?
12.5
12.5.1
Are there locking devices on the dump valves?
12.5.2
Is there a common drain for all the dump valves? Is
there a master dump valve in the common drain line?
12.5.3
12.5.4
12.5.5
12.5.6
12.5.7
12.6
12.6.1
12.6.2
12.6.3
12.6.4
12.6.5
12.7
12.7.1
12.7.2
12.7.3
12.7.4
12.7.5
12.7.6
12.7.7
12.7.8
12.8
12.8.1
12.8.2
12.8.3
12.8.4
12.8.5

12.8.6

Findings

Mud Pump Room

Mud Pit Room

Are the suction lines recessed into the bottom of the


pits?
Are the pits able to be completely emptied without
discharging into the sea?
Are mud pits covered?
Where does the sink in the pit room drain?
Is there good ventilation in the pit room?
Sack Room/Mud Mixing Area
Where do the drains from this area lead?
Is the proper equipment available for handling drums?
Are the mixing pumps within containment and where
does the area drain?
Is the air around the mixing hoppers well ventilated
and filtered?
When the deck is washed down, where does it drain?
Shakers
Are the open sections of flow-line fitted with splash
guards?
Is the header box designed to prevent rig roll losses?
Is there a high pressure wash-down system in the
shaker area?
What is the condition of the cutting retaining wall at
the end of the shakers?
Where are the drains routed on the shaker deck?
Is the area ventilated?
Where does the cutting's chute go?
Where does the discharge from the "gumbo box" go?
Sand-traps
Are the dump valves lockable? Are they locked?
Is there a common drain line with a master dump
valve?
Does the drain line go overboard or elsewhere?
Can the sand-traps be completely emptied without
discharge to the sea?
How are the centrifugal pumps for desilter, desander,
or centrifuges inside containment? Where does the
containment drain?
Where does the discharge from the solids removal
equipment go?

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Item #
12.9
12.9.1
12.9.2
12.9.3
12.9.4
12.10
12.10.1
12.10.2
12.11
12.11.1
12.11.2

Inspection Requirement

Findings
Trip Tank

Is the dump valve lockable? Is it locked?


Where does the dump line discharge?
Where does the overflow line discharge?
Is the trip tank pump inside containment? Where does
the containment drain?
Bulk and Fluid Transfer Hoses
What is the condition of the hoses and spares?
Are there dedicated hoses for brine, base oil, fuel oil,
cement, barite, etc.?
Bulk System
Is all excess bulk back-loaded or blown off?
Are vents to all bulk tanks filtered before discharging
into the atmosphere?

12.12
12.12.1

Waste Containers
Is waste separated into paper/metal/general waste, etc.,
so it can be recycled or sent to a landfill?
12.12.2 What happens to damaged sacks of chemicals?
12.12.3 What happens to empty plastic and metal drums?
12.12.4 What happens to galley waste?
12.13
Mud Lab / Mud Logging / Wireline Unit
12.13.1 Where are the sinks routed?
12.13..2 Are there suitable receptacles for waste chemicals,
etc.?
12.14
Koomey Unit
12.14.1 Where is the BOP control fluid discharged?
12.14.2 What is type of BOP fluid in service?
12.15
Cement Unit
12.15.1 Where is the excess mix water put or discharged?
12.15.2 What happens to cement contaminated mud returns?
12.15.3 Where do trail mixes of cement get put or discharged?
12.15.4
12.15.5
12.15.6
12.16
12.16.1
12.16.2
12.16.3
12.16.4
12.17
12.17.1
12.17.2
12.17.3
12.17.4
12.17.5
12.17.6
12.18
12.18.1
12.18.2
12.19
12.19.1
12.20
12.20.1
12.20.2
12.21
12.21.1
12.21.2
12.21.3
12.21.4
12.21.5
12.21.6

Where does tank cleaning effluent go?


Where are the cement unit/lines flushed?
Where is the cement surge tank emptied?
Production Test Area
Are all produced hydrocarbons and cushions flared?
Is produced water dumped overboard?
Is mercury free sampling performed?
Are sand analysis and oil gravity tests collected in
waste oil drums and sent to town?
Engine Room
Where are the sinks routed?
Where does the parts washer discharge?
What type of solvent is used?
Is there containment around all main generators?
Where does the waste oil go?
Where are deck drains in the engine room routed?
Accommodations
Where do the washing machines used in the
accommodations area discharge?
Where does the gray water (galley, sinks, lavatories,
showers, etc.) go?
Main Deck
Where does the deck washing discharge?
Firefighting
Where does foam from fire drills discharge?
Are Halon systems installed?
Waste Management
Who is responsible for handling waste, refuse, and
trash on the rig?
What type of training have they received?
When was the training conducted?
Who is responsible for completing waster
manifests/shipping documents on the rig?
What type of training have they received?
When was the training conducted?

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12.21.7
12.21.8
12.21.9
12.21.10
12.21.11

Inspection Requirement
Are waste shipments properly manifested?
Are copies of manifests maintained on the unit?
Are they accurate and complete?
Do provisions exist for the recycling of waste?
Are any programs or policies in effect to minimize the
generation of wastes (waste minimization)?
12.21.12 Are wastes stored in proper receptacles (i.e., as not to
create a health hazard, containers netted, etc.)?
12.21.13
12.21.14
12.21.15
12.21.16

Is trash burned? Describe.


Is there a trash compactor on the rig?
Is there a garbage grinder on the rig?
How are empty containers for drilling mud chemicals
(bags, plastic pails, barrels, etc.) disposed?

12.21.17 Are waste oil containers being sealed and tested for
halogens?
12.21.18 Are waste oil manifests being properly completed?
12.22
12.22.1 Are diesel lines to the pit room isolated or blanked?
12.22.2
12.22.3
12.23
12.23.1
12.24
12.24.1
12.24.2
12.25
12.25.1
12.25.2
12.25.3
12.25.4
12.25.5
12.25.6

12.25.7

12.26
12.26.1
12.26.2
12.26.3
12.27
12.27.1
12.27.2
12.28
12.28.1

12.28.2

Findings

Mud System

Are records of calibration of mud level indicators


present?
Are records of all mud pit volumes kept at all times?
Storage Tanks
What provisions are provided for overflow and vents
on storage tanks?
Diesel Filters/Centrifuges
How are fuel filters and centrifuge waste disposed?
Is diesel fuel centrifuge package in a containment area?
Oil/Fuel Transfer
Are written procedures available on the unit for oil and
fuel transfers? (Refer to 33 CFR 155.720.)
Are procedures maintained current?
Are oil/diesel transfers properly documented?
Do vents and bunkering stations have appropriate
containments?
Are all check and isolation valves in good order?
Are hoses used for oil or diesel transfer marked with
words "Oil Service", the maximum allowable working
pressure, date of manufacture, and the latest test date?
MAWP must be at least 150 PSI. Oil transfer hoses
must be tested annually. (Refer to 33 CFR 154.500,
155.899, 156.170.)
Are there any interconnections between fuel, chemical,
base oil, or oil-based mud systems and the open drains,
seawater, potable water, ballast water, or other systems
which have the potential to discharge overboard?
Sewage Treatment Equipment
What type of sewage treatment equipment is used on
the rig?
Are results of overboard discharge testing from sewage
treatment plant current?
Who is responsible for sewage treatment plant
sampling?
Refrigeration Units (CFC's)
Is the required CFC recovery and recycle equipment
aboard? (Refer 40 CFR 82 subpart F.)
Are consumption records maintained for CFC's?
Spill Contingency
Are spill absorption kits or suitable stocks of materials
immediately available for dealing with spillages?
Are a range of bungs for open drains similarly
available?

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12.28.3 Are all personnel aware of this equipment and its
purpose?
12.28.4 Is there a copy of the Operator's oil spill contingency
plan available for inspection?
12.28.5 Is spill reporting information (contact and telephone
numbers) posted for easy access?
12.28.6 Are procedures in place for reporting all spills and
environmental incidents?
12.28.7 Are records kept of reported spills and incidents?
12.29
Maintenance and Housekeeping
12.29.1 Are all work areas clean and tidy?
12.29.2 Is rig wash being used of a type proven to be
environmentally acceptable for the operating area?
12.29.3 Do drums which are in use have visible labels?
12.29.4 Are drum storage areas tidy and drums fitted with drip
trays when in use?
12.29.5 Are drums in containment areas?
12.29.6 Is the waste oil tank located away from an open drain?
12.29.7
12.29.8
12.29.9
12.29.10
12.29.11
12.29.12

Chemical Storage:
Are chemical pallets stored to prevent falling?
Are chemical pallets properly labeled?
Are chemicals stored in a segregated fashion?
Is storage area tidy?
Can stored chemicals be released to the environment?

12.29.13 Does containment exist in liquid chemical storage


areas?

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