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1.0 INTRODUCTION
The European Pressure Equipment Directive (PED) (97/23/EC – May 97) is currently implemented inthe UK as the Pressure Equipment Regulations: 1999 (SI 1999 No. 2001). The Directive came into forceon 29 November 1999.
The Directive has wide ranging implications for the Oil, Gas and Petrochemical industry and the intent ofthis document is to provide guidance on those implications for PSN.
2.0 SCOPE
PED applies to the design, manufacture and conformity assessment of all items of pressure equipmentand assemblies with a maximum allowable pressure greater than 0.5 bar above normal atmospheric
pressure (gauge pressure).
Under the Regulations, pressure equipment and assemblies above specified pressure/volumethresholds must:
• satisfy appropriate conformity assessment procedures; and
• carry the CE marking and other information
3.0 DEFINITIONS
The Regulations define:
Pressure Equipment as vessels, piping, safety accessories and pressure accessories;
Where applicable, pressure equipment includes elements attached to pressurised parts such asflanges, nozzles, couplings, supports, lifting lugs etc.
Vessel as a housing built to contain fluids under pressure;
A vessel includes its direct attachments up to the coupling point connecting it to other equipment. A
vessel may be composed of more than one chamber.
Piping as piping components intended for the transport of fluids when connected together forintegration into a pressure system:
Piping includes a pipe or system of pipes, tubing, fittings, expansion joints, hoses, or other pressurebearing components as appropriate. Heat exchangers consisting of pipes for the purpose of heating orcooling of air shall be considered as piping.
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Safety Accessories as devices designed to protect pressure equipment against the allowable limitsbeing exceeded.
Such devices include those for direct pressure limitation, such as safety valves and bursting discs etc,
and limiting devices which either activate the means for correction, or provide for shutdown or shutdownand lockout, such as pressure switches or temperature switches etc.
Pressure Accessories as devices with an operational function and having pressure bearing housings.
Assembl ies as several pieces of pressure equipment assembled to constitute an integrated andfunctional whole.
NOTE: The Regulations do not apply to the assembly of pressure equipment on site(s) and under theresponsibility of the user, as in the case of industrial installations. In such cases the “ in-use “regulations will cover the assembly of pressure equipment on site.
Responsible Person: “The manufacturer or his authorised representative established within thecommunity”.
The responsible person may arrange for any, or all, of the activities involved in the design andmanufacture of an item of pressure equipment to be carried out by others. Such activities include:
• Ensuring compliance with essential safety requirements
• Ensuring the appropriate conformity assessment procedure has been carried out, where required
• Ensuring a Declaration of Conformity has been drawn up
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4.0 RESPONSIBILITIES
4.1 PROJECT / ENGINEERING MANAGER
Ensure all engineering personnel are aware of, and familiar with the requirements of this procedure.
Conduct, or arrange to have conducted, awareness sessions for other project personnel impacted byPED.
Such personnel may include Materials, Procurement, QA/QC, Safety, Construction, Certification,Welding etc and may include close co-operation with Heat treatment and NDE sub-contractors.
Sign the Declaration of Conformity for the pressure equipment within their scope.
4.2
PACKAGE ENGINEER
Identify all items of pressure equipment within their package and ensure compliance to this guidanceand the Regulations.
Ensure all technical requisitions and all relevant documentation/certification identified in the outlinequality controls meets the needs of this guidance.
4.3 PROCUREMENT
Ensure all relevant engineering information and documentation requirements are transferred to the PO.
Ensure only vendors approved for the supply of pressure equipment are used.
4.4 DESIGN ENGINEER
Confirm that any applicable pressure equipment complies with the requirements of this guidance andthat the appropriate design conformity assessment checklists have been completed.
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4.5 QA ENGINEER
Ensure completed technical requisitions for pressure equipment are checked for completeness andcompliance to PED.
If appropriate carry out audits of vendors to ensure the requirements of the Directive are being compliedwith.
Carry out appropriate inspections of workmanship and documentation at vendors premises to ensurecompliance to this guidance and the Regulations.
Ensure fabrication of pressure equipment is carried out in line with specified requirements.
Verify declaration of conformity and CE marking of appropriate parts of the pressure equipmentassembly.
Check all requirements for documentation, certification and other requirements prior to the issue ofinspection release note.
Interface with Notified Body including population of data into master Pressure Equipment register.
4.6 MATERIALS ENGINEER
Verify weld procedures and welder qualifications are in line with the requirements of the Regulations.
Notify PED Technical Authority if no valid Particular Material Appraisal (PMA) is in place..
Liase with approved NDE sub-contractors to ensure that procedure and techniques meet the needs ofthis guidance and the Regulations.
4.7 SAFETY ENGINEER
Provide input to the Essential Safety Requirements checklist.
Complete PED Hazard Checklist.
Note! Where project is subject to formal HAZID / HAZOP hazard checklist may be replaced by HAZID /
HAZOP reports.
4.8 EXECUTION / COMPLETION
Shall ensure that all on-site manufacture and assembly of pressure equipment, covered by the directive,is executed in a competent fashion, with all due regard for good working practice and in full compliancewith the rules and regulations of the Directive.
Ensure the completion of the “on-site” conformity assessment checklist on completion of theassembly/integration activities.
Apply, or cause to have applied, the requisite CE marking label in accordance with the requirements ofthe model of Annex VI of the Directive. Reference attachment 09
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4.9 PED TECHNICAL AUTHORITY
Submit PMA applications to the notified body and maintain a current PMA library for use by allappropriate PSN projects.Maintain and update as necessary PED compliance procedure and liaise with notified body on matters
relating to the procedure.Provide advice and coaching to PSN personnel in matters related to PED.
4.10 NOTIFIED BODY
Refer to para. 5.10
5.0 DIRECTIVE REQUIREMENTS
5.1 EXCLUSIONS
The Directive does not apply to equipment and assemblies:
• Items listed in Attachment 12.
• Placed on the market in the European Economic Area (EEA) before 29 November 1999 (secondhand)
• For use outside the EEA, not carrying CE marking
• In use, or repair or modification (unless significant) or being serviced
• Entire change: the complete replacement of an item of pressure equipment by a new one iscovered by the PED even if ‘like for like’.
•
Repairs are not covered by the PED but are covered by national regulations (if any.)
• Pressure equipment which has been subject to important modifications that change its originalcharacteristics, purpose and/or type after it has been put into service has to be considered as anew product covered by the directive.This has to be assessed on a case by case basis.
• In the case of a modification to a piping system where: The content, main purpose and safetysystems remain essentially the same, it may be regarded as a non important modification of anexisting piping system and is therefore not covered by the PED.
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5.2 TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS
Pressure equipment referred to below must satisfy the essential safety requirements of the Directive setout in Attachment 03.
Vessels intended to contain a) or b) below are within the scope of the Directive.
a)
Gases, liquefied gases, gases dissolved under pressure, vapours and those liquidswhere the vapour pressure at the maximum allowable temperature is greater than 0.5bar above normal atmospheric pressure.
b)
Liquids having a vapour pressure, at the maximum allowable temperature of not morethan 0.5 bar above normal atmospheric pressure.
* Fired or otherwise heated pressure equipment with the risk of overheating, intended forgeneration of steam or super heated water at temperatures greater than 110 degrees Cand a volume greater than 2 litres.
Piping intended to contain a) or b) below are within the scope of the Directive.
a) Gases, liquefied gases, gases dissolved under pressure and those liquids whosevapour pressure at the maximum allowable temperature is greater than 0.5 bar abovenormal atmospheric pressure.
b) Liquids having a vapour pressure, at the maximum allowable temperature of not morethan 0.5 bar above normal atmospheric pressure.
Technical requirements are more fully explained in Article 3 of the Directive.
5.3 CLASSIFICATION OF PRESSURE EQUIPMENT
In order to know how the Regulations will apply to specific items of pressure equipment, themanufacturer will need to classify the equipment into one of five conformity assessment categories.
These can be found in the conformity assessment tables in Annex II of the Directive.
For Pressure Accessories the designer/manufacturer will need to know:
• The state of the intended fluid contents – gas or liquid
•
The classification of the intended fluid contents – Group 1 or 2• The maximum allowable pressure
• The volume in litres or the nominal size (DN) as appropriate
NOTE: Group 1 fluids are classified as dangerous substances and are one or more of the following:
• Explosive
• Extremely flammable
• Highly flammable
• Flammable (where the maximum allowable temperature is above flashpoint)
• Very toxic
•
Toxic• Oxidising
Group 2 comprises all other fluids including steam.
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5.4 CONFORMITY ASSESSMENT
Before placing pressure equipment or assemblies on the market, the manufacturer shall subject eachitem of equipment to one of the conformity assessment procedures described in Annex III of the
Directive.
In order to demonstrate that the essential safety requirements are satisfied, equipment will be subject toconformity assessment.
The manufacturer has a choice of attestation modules available to demonstrate compliance to theDirective, which includes:
• Self certification
• Third party involvement by a notified body
• Quality assurance assessment by a notified body
• Combination of the above
The conformity assessment procedures to be applied to an item of equipment or assembly with a viewto affixing the CE marking are determined by the category of the equipment (see Annex II of theDirective).
The higher the category and therefore the hazard, the more demanding the requirements.
Annex II of the Directive gives nine conformity assessment tables which are used to determine thecategory for each item of pressure equipment.
5.5 CONFORMITY ASSESSMENT PROCEDURES
The conformity assessment modules are laid down for each category in which the pressure equipmentis classified and should be used by package engineers to determine the outline quality controls for theirparticular pressure equipment package.
The headings for the various modules are given below and full details can be found in Annex III of theDirective.
• Module A Internal production control
• Module A1 Internal production control with monitoring of final assessment
• Module B EC type – examination
• Module B1 EC design – examination
•
Module C1 Monitoring of final assessment
• Module D Quality assurance for production, final inspection and testing
• Module D1 Quality assurance for production, final inspection and testing
• Module E Quality assurance for final inspection and testing
• Module E1 Quality assurance for final inspection and testing
• Module F Product verification
• Module G Unit verification
• Module H Full quality assurance
• Module H1 Full quality assurance with design examination and monitoring of the final assessment
Where PSN is responsible for manufacture then this document together with existing quality assurance
procedures allow PSN to operate under module H or H1 as appropriate.• Module H covers pressure equipment or assemblies up to Category III.
• Module H1 covers is applicable to Category IV pressure equipment or assemblies
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5.6 ESSENTIAL SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
Equipment classified in Categories I to IV will be required to meet requirements for design, manufacture,
testing, marking, labelling, instructions and materials which are considered essential for safety reasons.This also includes safety accessories and pressure accessories intended for equipment classified in theabove categories.
The essential safety requirements are mandatory and must be addressed by the manufacturer.However they only apply if the corresponding hazard exists for the pressure equipment in questionwhen it is used under conditions which are reasonably foreseeable by the manufacturer.
The essential safety requirements are to be interpreted, and applied, in such a way as to take accountof state of the art and current practice at the time of design and manufacture as well as of technical andeconomic considerations which are consistent with a high degree of health and safety protection.
The manufacturer is under an obligation to analyse the hazards in order to identify those which apply tohis equipment on account of pressure. Design and construction must take this hazard analysis intoaccount.
The essential safety requirements, as they apply to PSN, are fully detailed in the table (Attachment 03).
5.7 TECHNICAL DOCUMENTATION
The manufacturer is required to retain technical documentation which must contain all relevantinformation and data about the means they have used to ensure that their pressure equipment and/orassemblies comply with the requirements of the Directive.
This technical documentation should represent part of the final document review prior to the issue of aninspection release note. Details of technical documentation requirements are laid out in Attachment 07.The technical documentation shall enable the conformity of the pressure equipment to be assessedagainst the requirements of the Directive, and would typically include:
• Name and address of the manufacturer
• Name and address of the manufacturers representative in the community
• Identification, and general description of the equipment
• Conceptual design, manufacturing drawings etc
• Descriptions and explanations necessary for the understanding of the drawings
• A list of the harmonised standards and/or other standards applied in full or in part to demonstrate
compliance with the Directives essential safety requirements• Results of calculations and/or data sheets containing sufficient detail to verify compliance of the
design
• Results of calculations for scantlings and, where appropriate, material test data
• Technical reports or certificates from competent bodies or laboratories to demonstrate that thepressure equipment and/or assembly conforms with the standard(s) applied
• Records of approval of NDE and joining personnel and procedures
• Information on items subcontracted including subcontractors name and control systems in place forverification of subcontracted work
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In general the following documentation should be available for the final inspection specified in Annex 1paragraph 3.2.1 of the Directive.
• Evidence of NDT qualifications for that equipment category
• Evidence of Welder qualification for that category
•
Heat treatment data• Inspection documents for materials and consumables
• Material traceability procedures
• NDE reports including radiographs
• Destructive test reports
• Defect/deviation reports
• Forming, machining, chamfering etc data
• Evidence of weld procedure qualification
• Conceptual design and manufacturing drawings etc
• Design calculation data or test results in the case of experimental design
5.8 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
When the manufacturer is satisfied that their equipment complies with the Directive, they must preparea EC Declaration of Conformity and sign it. The CE marking can then be affixed.
The EC Declaration of Conformity must contain:
• Name and address of the manufacturer or their authorised representative established within thecommunity.
• Description of the pressure equipment or assembly.
• Conformity assessment procedure followed.
•
In the case of assemblies, description of the pressure equipment constituting the assembly, and theconformity assessment procedures followed. Where appropriate, name and address of the notifiedbody which carried out the inspection.
• Where appropriate, a reference to the EC type – examination certificate, EC design – examinationcertificate or EC certificate of conformity where appropriate, name and address of the notified bodymonitoring the manufacturers quality assurance system.
• Where appropriate, the references of the harmonised standards applied.
• Where appropriate, other technical standards and specifications used.
• Where appropriate, the references of the other community Directives applied.
• Particulars of the signatory authorised to sign the legally binding declaration for the manufacturer ortheir authorised representative established within the community.
5.9 CE MARKING
The CE mark consists of the initials CE in accordance with the model in Annex VI of the Directive. Ref Attachment 09
The CE marking shall be affixed in a visible, legible and indelible fashion to each item of pressureequipment or assembly which is complete.
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5.10 NOTIFIED BODIES
Manufacturers may need to use the services of one or more Notified Bodies to carry out the proceduresfor conformity assessment.
Notified bodies should be able to provide the following services:
• Assessment of quality systems
• Surveillance of the final assessment
• Design examination
• Unit verification
• Product verification
• Type examination
• Monitoring of the final assessment
• Approval of materials
•
Approval of permanent joining personnel• Approval of permanent joining procedures
5.11 PRESUMPTION OF CONFORMITY
Pressure equipment and assemblies which bear the CE marking and have an EC Declaration ofConformity provided are presumed to conform to all the provisions of the Directive and any otherrelevant Directive.
Deposit, spillage of corrosive materialon external surface of equipment
Others
Additional Any potential scope for operator error?
Any other identifiable hazards?
Notes:
Hazards are threats to the integrity of the pressure equipment, ie they may lead to loss of containment. They do notconsider the consequences of loss of containment, eg toxic, fire, explosion, carcinogenic, biological, environmental,etc.
Internal Hazards are associated with the pressure equipment itself (and its fluid contents).
External hazards originate outside the pressure equipment.
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1. GENERAL
1.1 Pressure equipment must be designed,manufactured and inspected, equipped and installed toensure its safety during service in accordance with theManufacturer’s working instructions.
1.2 The Manufacturer must apply the followingprinciples:eliminate or reduce hazards insofar as reasonably
practical.apply appropriate protection methods against all
hazards.inform end user of all residual hazards.
Pressure System designed in accordance withclients specifications and recommendedpractices.
Where considered necessary systems aresubject to HAZOP and HAZID assessment.
The required hierarchy of risk reduction is
applied during this assessment and the findings,actions and recommendations taken through intodetail design.
HAZOP ReportsHAZOP Action SheetsHazard Checklist
SSHSRRDE
1.3 Pressure equipment must be designed against anyforeseeable misuse and/or adequate warning givenagainst any misuse.
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2 DESIGN
2.1 GeneralPressure equipment must be designed to ensure that itis safe throughout its intended design life and that allappropriate safety factors have been incorporated
PSN design all pressure systems in accordancewith clients piping specifications, national andinternational codes and standards.
Specifications are developed from first principlecalculation methods based upon therequirements of ANSI B31.3 for a range ofpressure & temperature design conditions. Allowable stresses used in calculations takenfrom allowables within codes or publishedNational Standards for material type/grade being
considered.
For the design of procured equipment i.e.pressure vessels or valves, PSN specify codesand standards to be used and the supplier isresponsible for working to these standards andsupplying documentation as required to confirmthe equipment meets these standards.
Compliance with the requirements of theseregulations is requested when procuringequipment designed by others and QA
procedures ensure that evidence is available tosupport the items conformity.
Site specific pipingspecificationsP&IDsPiping IsometricsPurchase OrderrequirementsComponent Data SheetsSpecification documentsSupplier DocumentRequirement ListsManufacturers
CertificationDeclarations ofConformity for procuredequipment
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2.2 Design for Adequate Strength
2.2.1 The pressure equipment must be designed for allappropriate load conditions for its intended use andtake into account the following:internal/external pressure.ambient/operational temperatures.static pressure and mass of contents (operating and
test).transportation, wind, earthquake loading.reaction forces and moments due to supports,
attachments, piping etc.corrosion and erosion, fatigue etc.decomposition of unstable fluids.
As 2.1 above As 2.1 above A
2.2.2 The design must be based on, as a general rule, acalculation method and supplemented, if necessary, byan experimental design method.
As 2.1 above As 2.1 above A
2.2.3 Calculation Method
2.2.3 (a) Pressure Containment and other Loading Aspects
Allowable stresses must be limited with regard to anyforeseeable failure modes under operating conditionswith the appropriate safety factors applied. Theserequirements may be met by applying one or more ofthe following:
design by formula.design by analysis.design by fracture mechanics
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2.2.3 (c) Stability Aspects
Adequate precautions must be made to the equipmentto ensure structural stability including transportation andhandling
Pipe supports subject to design process for allidentified loading.
Where transportation and handling of theequipment is identified as critical to the integrityof the equipment specific fastening and handlingprocedures and facilities are defined.
For the design of procured equipment i.e.pressure vessels or valves, PSN specify codesand standards to be used and the supplier isresponsible for working to these standards and
supplying documentation as required to confirmthe equipment meets these standards.
Compliance with the requirements of theseregulations is requested when procuringequipment designed by others and QAprocedures ensure that evidence is available tosupport the items conformity
The PSN structural department interface withvendors etc to ensure that equipmentlocations/foundations/ supports etc are suitable
for the equipment under all identified loadings.
Site specific pipingspecificationsPiping Stress reportsPipe Support Design/SpecificationDocumentsStructural design booksEquipment specificinstallation / handlingplansP&IDsPiping Isometrics
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2.2.4 Experimental design method.
The design of the pressure equipment maybe validated,in all or part by an appropriate test programme beingcarried out on a representative sample.
The test programme must be clearly defined prior totesting and the test programme must include a pressurestrength test to check that equipment does not exhibitleaks or deformation exceeding a determined threshold.
If necessary, appropriate tests if creep or fatigue exists.
Where necessary, additional tests concerning other
factors, i.e. corrosion, external damage etc.
Not generally utilisedIf special items designed by PSN then sufficientanalysis, tests etc will be carried out to validateequipment design.Compliance with the requirements of theseregulations is requested when procuringequipment designed by others and QAprocedures ensure that evidence is available tosupport the items conformity
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2.3 Provisions to ensure safe handling and operation.The method of operation specified must be such as to
prevent any reasonable foreseeable risk in operation ofthe pressure equipment.
Particular attention to the following:closures and openings.dangerous discharge of pressure relief blow off.devices to prevent physical access into the equipment
whilst pressure or a vacuum exists.surface temperature.decomposition of unstable fluids.
Furthermore, quick release access doors must be
equipped with devices to prevent hazards from the fluidpressure or temperature
Closures, openings, joints, entry ways etc
designed in accordance with specifications,codes and standards.
Pressure relief routed fully within containmentenvelope and disposed of through common reliefroutes.
If above not possible, Orientated so that opendischarges are directed away from areas likely tobe inhabited by personnel.
Where there is a potential for physical access
into equipment whilst pressure or vacuum existssuitable interlock arrangements are fitted toprevent this.Where hazards exist due to surface temperaturesuitable personal protective measures will beutilised i.e. cages, lagging etc.
For the design of procured equipment i.e.pressure vessels or valves, PSN specify codesand standards to be used and the supplier isresponsible for working to these standards andsupplying documentation as required to confirm
the equipment meets these standards.
Compliance with the requirements of theseregulations is requested when procuringequipment designed by others and QAprocedures ensure that evidence is available tosupport the items conformity
Site specific piping
specificationsP&IDsPiping IsometricsPurchase OrderrequirementsComponent Data SheetsSpecification documentsSupplier DocumentRequirement ListsManufacturersCertificationDeclarations of
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2.4 Means of Examination.
Pressure equipment must be designed and constructedin such a way as to ensure:that all necessary examinations to ensure safety can be
carried out.the ability to determine the internal condition of the
pressure equipment where necessary for ensuringcontinued safety of equipment.
the application of alternative methods to ensure thesafe condition of the pressure equipment.
Pipework designed in accordance withspecifications that address requirements forknown failure modes and allow for inspectionpoints where necessary.
For the design of procured equipment i.e.pressure vessels or valves, PSN specify codesand standards to be used and the supplier isresponsible for working to these standards andsupplying documentation as required to confirmthe equipment meets these standards.
Compliance with the requirements of theseregulations is requested when procuringequipment designed by others and QAprocedures ensure that evidence is available tosupport the items conformity
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2.5 Means of draining and venting.
Adequate means must be provided for the draining andventing of pressure equipment where necessary toprevent water hammer, vacuum collapse, corrosion andchemical reactions etc.
To permit cleaning, inspection and maintenance.
Pipework designed such as to allow for drainingand venting and to eliminate dead legs etc.
Orientation and slopes etc specified to preventaccumulations of fluids over extended periods.
Systems designed in accordance with clientsIsolations philosophy.
For the design of procured equipment i.e.pressure vessels or valves, PSN specify codesand standards to be used and the supplier is
responsible for working to these standards andsupplying documentation as required to confirmthe equipment meets these standards.
Compliance with the requirements of theseregulations is requested when procuringequipment designed by others and QAprocedures ensure that evidence is available tosupport the items conformity
Site specific pipingspecificationsP&IDsPiping IsometricsClients isolationsphilosophy documentsPurchase OrderrequirementsComponent Data SheetsSpecification documentsSupplier DocumentRequirement Lists
ManufacturersCertificationDeclarations ofConformity for procuredequipment
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2.6 Corrosion or Other Chemical Attack
Adequate allowance or protection against corrosion orother chemical attack must be provided. Specifications and codes specify corrosionallowance or linings where corrosion or otherchemical attack is identified as a failuremechanism in the particular service.
For the design of procured equipment i.e.pressure vessels or valves, PSN specify codesand standards to be used and the supplier isresponsible for working to these standards andsupplying documentation as required to confirmthe equipment meets these standards.
Compliance with the requirements of theseregulations is requested when procuringequipment designed by others and QAprocedures ensure that evidence is available tosupport the items conformity
Site specific pipingspecificationsP&IDsPiping IsometricsPurchase OrderrequirementsComponent Data SheetsSpecification documentsSupplier DocumentRequirement ListsManufacturersCertification
Declarations ofConformity for procuredequipment
A
2.7 Wear Adequate measures must be taken against the effectsof erosion and abrasion:in the design, i.e. cladding, linings etc.by permitting fitment of replacement parts.
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2.11 Safety Accessories
2.11.1 Safety AccessoriesSafety Accessories must:be designed and constructed to be reliable and suitable
for their intended duty, including maintenance andtesting.
be independent or unaffected by other functions.comply with appropriate design principles in order to
obtain suitable and reliable protection.
Where safety accessories are provided to protectpressure equipment against allowable limitsbeing exceeded they will be designed, specifiedand installed such that:they are specified according to their duty andservice and are tested/calibrated duringcommissioning.they are independent of other control functionsand isolation can be managedthey comply with recognised codes andstandards for such equipment
Where such requirements exist (i.e. instrumentbased protective systems) they are assessed forSafety Integrity Level requirements andreliability.
For the design of procured equipment e.g. safetyvalves, PSN specify codes and standards to beused and the supplier is responsible for workingto these standards and supplying documentationas required to confirm the equipment meetsthese standards.
Compliance with the requirements of theseregulations is requested when procuringequipment designed by others and QAprocedures ensure that evidence is available tosupport the items conformity
P&IDsSIL AssessmentsPurchase OrderrequirementsComponent Data SheetsSpecification documentsSupplier DocumentRequirement ListsManufacturersCertificationDeclarations of
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2.11.2 Pressure Limiting Devices
These devices must be designed so that pressure willnot permanently exceed the maximum allowable designpressure except for short pressure surges of 1.1 timesthe design pressure.
Pressure relief set point and capacity is sizedsuch that the maximum allowable workingpressure of the system is not exceeded.
Relief designed in accordance with API 520/521
In cases where this is not feasible, the system isassessed to ensure that excursions outwith thedesign pressure does not exceed those allowedunder code for short periods.
P&IDsComponent data SheetsRelief Calculations
TCP
2.11.3 Temperature Monitoring Devices
These devices must have an adequate response timeon safety grounds.
Temperature monitoring devices are specified inaccordance with accepted codes and standardsfor such equipment
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2.12 External FireWhere appropriate, the pressure equipment must befitted with, or appropriate provision made for, the fittingof suitable equipment/devices to meet damage-limitation requirements in the event of an external fire
Where external fire scenario is identified as apotential hazard suitable mitigation will beprovided.
Safety StudiesP&IDsComponent data SheetsPFP Specification
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3. Manufacturing
3.1 Manufacturing ProceduresThe manufacturer must ensure the competentexecution of the provisions set out at the design stageby applying appropriate techniques and relevantprocedures.
Pressure equipment manufactured by PSN (i.e.Permanent joining carried out on site) ismanufactured in accordance with documentedPSN procedures
For pressure equipment manufactured for/onbehalf of PSN by others PSN employ suitablelevels of QA/QC to ensure that the equipment ismanufactured in accordance with appropriatetechniques and procedures.
For the manufacture of procured equipment i.e.pressure vessels or valves, PSN specify codesand standards to be used and the supplier isresponsible for working to these standards andsupplying documentation as required to confirmthe equipment meets these standards.
Compliance with the requirements of theseregulations is requested when procuringequipment manufactured by others and QAprocedures ensure that evidence is available tosupport the items conformity
Construction certification(Material certification,Weld history, NDEreports, test reports etc)Piping IsometricsFabricators certificationdossiersMaterial CertificatesEquipment InspectionRelease NotesPurchase Order
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3.1.1 Preparation of the Component PartsPreparation of the component parts must not give riseto defects or cracks or changes in mechanicalcharacteristics likely to be detrimental to the safety ofthe pressure equipment.
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3.1.2 Permanent Joining
Permanent joints and adjacent zones must be free ofany surface or internal defects detrimental to the safetyof the equipment.
Properties to meet the minimum specified for thematerials to be joined or taken into account in thedesign calculations.
Permanent joining of components to be carried out bysuitably qualified personnel according to suitableoperating procedures.
For pressure equipment in Categories II, III and IV , theoperating procedures and personnel must be approvedby a Recognised Third Party/Notified Body
As 3.1 above As 3.1 above A
3.1.3 Non-Destructive TestsFor pressure equipment, non-destructive tests ofpermanent joints must be carried out by suitablyqualified personnel. for Category III and IV equipment,the personnel must be approved by a Recognised ThirdParty.
As 3.1 above As 3.1 above A
3.1.4 Heat TreatmentWhere applicable, suitable heat treatment must beapplied at the appropriate stage of manufacture.
As 3.1 above As 3.1 above A
3.1.5 TraceabilitySuitable procedures must be established andmaintained for identifying the materials making up thecomponents of the equipment which form the pressurecontainment boundary
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3.2 Final Assessment
Pressure equipment must be subjected to a finalassessment as described below.
3.2.1 Final InspectionPressure equipment must undergo a final inspection toassess visually and by examination of accompanyingdocumentation, compliance with the requirements of theDirective
Final inspection of pressure equipment is carriedout in accordance with documented procedures.
The control of final inspection activities ismanaged in accordance with PSN QA/QCrequirements.
For the manufacture of procured equipment i.e.pressure vessels or valves, specify codes and
standards to be used and the supplier isresponsible for working to these standards andsupplying documentation as required to confirmthe equipment meets these standards.
Compliance with the requirements of theseregulations is requested when procuringequipment manufactured by others and QAprocedures ensure that evidence is available tosupport the items conformity
Construction certificationPiping IsometricsFabricators certificationdossiersMaterial CertificatesEquipment InspectionRelease NotesPurchase Orderrequirements
Component Data SheetsSpecification documentsSupplier DocumentRequirement ListsManufacturersCertificationDeclarations ofConformity for procuredequipment Audit Schedule Audit Reports
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3.2.2 Proof TestFinal assessment of the pressure equipment mustinclude a test for the pressure containment aspect,normally a hydrostatic pressure test to the requirementsgiven in 7.4.
Where the hydrostatic test is harmful or impracticable,alternative tests of a recognised value maybe carriedout
All pressure equipment is subject to a proofpressure test in accordance with the applicablespecification or code.
Where this is not practical then concessions andwaivers to this testing requirement are managedin accordance with PSN procedures andapproved by the relevant technical authority.
The control of pressure testing activities ismanaged in accordance with PSN QA/QCrequirements.
For the manufacture of procured equipment i.e.pressure vessels or valves, PSN specify codesand standards to be used and the supplier isresponsible for working to these standards andsupplying documentation as required to confirmthe equipment meets these standards.
Compliance with the requirements of theseregulations is requested when procuringequipment manufactured by others and QAprocedures ensure that evidence is available to
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3.2.3 Inspection of Safety Devices
For assemblies, the final assessment must include acheck on the safety devices intended to check fullcompliance with the requirements referenced in 2.10.
All safety devices fitted to assemblies are subjectto the following duringintegration/commissioning.
Documentary evidence of suitable calibration isrequired for devices such as pressure safetyvalves and bursting discs.
Safety devices with an external control function(pressure switches etc) are suitably tested andcalibrated during commissioning.
Certification supporting both of the above iscompiled within certification packages for theequipment.
For the manufacture of procured PSN specifycodes and standards to be used and the supplieris responsible for working to these standards andsupplying documentation as required to confirmthe equipment meets these standards.
Compliance with the requirements of theseregulations is requested when procuring
equipment manufactured by others and QAprocedures ensure that evidence is available tosupport the items conformity
CommissioningproceduresCertification & testrecordsComponent Data SheetsSpecification documentsSupplier DocumentRequirement ListsManufacturersCertificationDeclarations ofConformity for procured
Pressure vessels are specified to bearnameplates in accordance with applicable designcode, plus any other information considerednecessary.Compliance with the requirements of theseregulations is requested when procuringequipment manufactured by others and QAprocedures ensure that evidence is available tosupport the items conformity
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3.3 (b) Depending on the Type of Pressure Equipmentthe volume V of the pressure equipment in L (Litres).the nominal size for piping DN.the test pressure PT applied in bar and date.safety device set pressure in bar.output of the pressure equipment in kW.supply voltage in V (Volts).intended use.Filling ratio in kg/L.maximum filling mass in kg.tare mass in kg.
the product group
Where required, depending upon type ofpressure equipment, the required information isprovided where practical to do so. If not practicalto apply all information direct to equipment,markings shall indicate where this informationcan be found.Compliance with the requirements of theseregulations is requested when procuringequipment manufactured by others and QAprocedures ensure that evidence is available to
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3.3 (c) Any further information necessary for safe
installations, operation or use, maintenance orinspection should also be provided, and any warningsagainst misuse must be fixed to the equipment.
When handing over a system to the client allinformation considered necessary under theseregulations and client requirements is supplied.
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3.4 Operating Instructions
3.4 (a) All items of pressure equipment when placed onthe market must be accompanied with instructions forthe user, containing all the necessary safety information
relating to:equipment mounting, including assembling of different
pieces of the pressure equipment.putting into service.use.maintenance, including checks by the user.
Pressure equipment is provided with instructionas follows
Procured equipment is supplied with alloperating and maintenance manuals considerednecessary for safe installation, commissioning,operation and maintenance.
Systems integrated into assemblies offshore aresupported by operating guides where it isconsidered that the O&M manuals forcomponent parts require to be supplemented byprocedures for the system.
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attached on the pressure equipment in accordance with3.3.
As 3.4(a) above As 3.4(a) above A
3.4(c) If appropriate, these instructions must also referto hazards arising from misuse As 3.4(a) above As 3.4(a) above A
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4. Materials
Materials used for the manufacture of pressureequipment must be suitable for the required applicationduring the scheduled lifetime unless replacement isexpected.
PSN design all pressure systems in accordancewith clients piping specifications, national andinternational codes and standards.
Specifications are developed from first principlecalculation methods based upon therequirements of ANSI B31.3 for a range ofpressure & temperature design conditions. Allowable stresses used in calculations takenfrom allowables within codes or publishedNational Standards for material type/grade beingconsidered.
Materials specified for pressurised parts aredeemed suitable for the design pressures,temperatures and fluid service that theequipment will be subjected to through itslifecycle, having due regard to the manufacturingprocess and upset conditions the plant may beexposed to during its life, including exposure tolow temperatures.
Where applicable materials used are the subjectof a valid Particular Material Appraisal
Procured equipment is specified to comply withthe requirements of these regulations and QAprocedures ensure that evidence is available tosupport the items conformity
Site specific pipingspecificationsP&IDsPiping IsometricsPMAsPurchase OrderrequirementsComponent Data SheetsSpecification documentsSupplier DocumentRequirement ListsManufacturers
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4.1 Materials for Pressurised Parts
4.1 (a) They must have appropriate properties for all theoperating and test conditions and should be sufficientlyductile and tough (reference should be made to 7.5).The effect of brittle fracture should also be considered ifapplicable.
As 4.0 Above As 4.0 Above A
4.1 (b) They must be chemically resistant to the fluidcontained in the pressure equipment. As 4.0 Above As 4.0 Above A
4.1 (c) They must not be significantly affected byageing. As 4.0 Above As 4.0 Above A
4.1 (d) They must be suitable for the intendedprocessing procedures. As 4.0 Above As 4.0 Above A
4.1 (e) They must be selected to reduce undesirableeffects from the joining process. As 4.0 Above As 4.0 Above A
4.2 (a) The manufacturer must define in an appropriatemanner the values necessary for the designcalculations (referred to in 2.2.3) and the essentialcharacteristics of the materials and their treatment(referred to in 4.1)
As 4.0 Above As 4.0 Above A
4.2 (b) The manufacturer must provide technicaldocumentation relating to compliance with materialspecifications of the Directive in one of the followingforms:materials comply with harmonised standards.materials covered by European approval of pressure
equipment materials.particular material appraisal.
Materials utilised by PSN for pressure equipmentcomply with one of the provisions of 4.2(b)
Procured equipment is specified to comply withthe requirements of these regulations and QAprocedures ensure that evidence is available tosupport the items conformity
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4.2 (c) For Category III and IV equipment, the particular
material appraisal must be carried out by the NotifiedBody in charge of the conformity assessment. PSN procedural arrangements cater for this. Particular Material Appraisal Documentation T
4.3 The manufacturer must take appropriate measuresto ensure that the material conforms with the requiredspecification and the documentation prepared by amaterial manufacturer confirms compliance with aspecification. For main pressure parts in Categories II,III and IV this must take the form of a certificate ofspecific product control
Manufacturers manufacturing pressureequipment for and on behalf of PSN employsuitable quality systems to ensure materialconforms with the required specification. Materialcertificates are retained by the suppliers toconfirm that material conforms to specification.
The control of material conformity to specificationis managed in accordance with PSN QA/QCrequirements
Procured equipment is specified to comply withthe requirements of these regulations and QAprocedures ensure that evidence is available tosupport the items conformity
Site specific pipingspecificationsP&IDsPiping IsometricsPMAsPurchase Orderrequirements
Component Data SheetsSpecification documentsSupplier DocumentRequirement ListsManufacturersCertificationDeclarations ofConformity for procuredequipment
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SPECIFIC PRESSURE EQUIPMENT
REQUIREMENTSIn addition to the applicable requirements of the aboveSections 1 to 4, the following requirements apply to thepressure equipment covered by Section’s 5 and 6.
5 Fired or Otherwise Heated Pressure Equipment with aRisk of OverheatingThis pressure equipment includes:steam and hot water generators.process-heating vessels other than steam or hot water
generation.
This pressure equipment must be calculated, designedand constructed so as to minimise the risk of loss ofcontainment due to overheating.a) Appropriate means of protection must be provided torestrict operating parameters in order to avoid risk oflocal and general overheating.b) Sampling points must be provided for the evaluationof properties of the fluid so as to avoid risks fromdeposits and/or corrosion.c) Adequate provisions must be made to eliminate therisk of damage from deposits.d) Means must be provided for the safe removal of
residual heat after shutdown.e) Steps must be taken to avoid the dangerousaccumulation of combustible substances and air, orflame blowback
Where there is an identified risk of overheatingsuitable protective measures in the form ofthermal trips and cut outs or thermal relief will beprovided.
Procured equipment is specified to comply withthe requirements of these regulations and QAprocedures ensure that evidence is available tosupport the items conformity
Site specific pipingspecificationsP&IDsPurchase OrderrequirementsComponent Data SheetsSpecification documentsSupplier DocumentRequirement ListsManufacturersCertificationDeclarations of
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6. Piping
The design and construction must ensure:a) the risk of overstressing from inadmissible freemovement or excessive forces being produced isadequately controlled.b) where there is a possibility of condensation occurringinside pipes for gaseous fluids there are meansprovided for drainage and the removal of deposits fromlow areas.c) due consideration is given to the potential damagefrom turbulence and the formation of vortices.d) due consideration is given to the risk of fatigue due topipe vibration.
e) that, where fluids of Group 1 are contained in thepiping, appropriate means are provide to isolate ‘take-off’ pipes.f) the risk of inadvertent discharge is minimised.g) the position and route of underground piping is atleast recorded in the technical documentation.
Supporting arrangements for pipework isprovided such that piping systems andassociated valves etc are not subject tooverstressing from excessive movement orloading.
Low point drains and slopes are incorporatedinto the system design where required.
Dead legs are eliminated where possible oralternative means of drainage provided.
Piping systems are assessed for damage due toexcessive flow rates etc.
Fatigue and LOF of main lines and small borebranches are assessed in accordance withprocedure and eliminated where practical orsuitable mitigation measures put in place whereelimination not practical (clamps etc)
Isolation facilities are incorporated in accordancewith client isolation requirements and acceptedgood practice.
The risk of inadvertent discharge is eliminatedwhere possible.
Site specific pipingspecificationsPiping Stress reportsPipe SupportDesign/SpecificationDocumentsP&IDsPiping IsometricsPurchase OrderrequirementsComponent Data SheetsSpecification documents
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7. Specific Quantitative Requirements for Certain
Pressure EquipmentThe following provisions apply as a general rule only. Ifhowever they are not fully applied, the manufacturermust demonstrate that appropriate measures havebeen taken to achieve an equivalent overall level ofsafety. The subsequent provisions listed in this sectionsupplement the requirements of Section’s 1-6 for thepressure equipment to which they apply
7.1 Allowable Stresses
7.1.1 Symbols:Re/t - Yield limit at the design temperature of:the upper flow limit for a material presenting upper and
lower flow limits.The 1.0% proof strength of austenitic steel and non
alloyed aluminium.the 0.2% proof strength in all other cases.Rm/20 - Tensile strength at 20°CRm/t - Tensile strength at the design temperature.
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7.1.2 The maximum permissible general membranestress for static pressure loading, for equipment beingoperated outside the temperature range where creep issignificant must not exceed the lowest value below:Ferritic steels (including normalised (normalised rolled)steel and excluding fine grained steel and speciallyheat-treated steel), 2/3 Re/t or 5/12 Rm/20. Austenitic steels:if its elongation after rupture exceeds 30%, 2/3 Re/t.if its elongation after rupture exceeds 35%, 5/6 Re/t or1/3 Rm/t.Non alloy or low cast steel, 10/19 Re/t or 1/3 Rm/20. Aluminium, 2/3 Re/t.
Aluminium alloys (excluding precipitation hardeningalloys), 2/3 Re/t or 5/12 Rm/20
Allowable stresses are accounted for in thecalculations used to derive piping specifications.Procured equipment is specified to comply withthe requirements of these regulations and QAprocedures ensure that evidence is available tosupport the items conformity
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7.2 Joint CoefficientsFor welded joints, the joint coefficient must not exceedthe following:for equipment subject to destructive and non-
destructive tests which confirm that the whole seriesof joints show no significant defects: 1.00.
for equipment subject to random non-destructivetesting: 0.85.
for equipment not subject to non-destructive testing
other than visual inspection: 0.70.
Welded joints are carried out to weld procedureswhich have been qualified in accordance withcode requirements to confirm that they meet, asa minimum, the properties of the parent material.
NDE is carried out to a coverage specified withinthe applicable specifications.
Weld procedurequalification recordsWeld history sheetsNDE ProceduresNDE reports includingradiographs
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7.3 Pressure Limiting DevicesThe momentary pressure surge (referred to in 2.11.2) tobe kept to 10% of the design pressure.
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7.4 Hydrostatic Test Pressure
The hydrostatic test pressure (referred to in 3.2.2) mustnot be less than:the maximum loading to which the pressure equipment
may be subject in service, taking account itsmaximum allowable pressure and temperature,multiplied by the coefficient 1.25, or
the maximum allowable pressure multiplied by thecoefficient 1.43, whichever the greater.
Hydrostatic testing is carried out to theapplicable piping specification and is generally1.5 times the maximum design pressure of thesystem.
Procured equipment is specified to comply withthe requirements of these regulations and QAprocedures ensure that evidence is available tosupport the items conformity
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7.5 Material Characteristics A steel is considered to be ductile if its elongation afterrupture is not less than 14%, and its impact strengthmeasured on a standard ISO ‘V’ test-piece at 20°C, or
the lowest scheduled operating temperature is greaterthan 27J.
Material characteristics are accounted for in thecalculations used to derive piping specifications.Materials specified for pressure equipment
conform to the requirements of 4.2(b)Procured equipment is specified to comply withthe requirements of these regulations and QAprocedures ensure that evidence is available tosupport the items conformity
Material CertificationParticular Material Appraisal Documentation
The Pressure Equipment Regulations 1999 (SI 1999/2001)
Design Conformity Assessment Checklist (Piping)
Client: Contract No.: Site/Installation:
Job No.: Job Title:Workpack /Jobcard No
Requirement √ Yes √ No √ N/A Comment
Is the pressure system designed in accordance with verified pipingspecifications
For procured equipment (Valves, instruments etc) has compliancewith PED & CE Marking been specified
Are the materials of construction subject of one of the following:Harmonised European StandardEuropean Approval of MaterialParticular Material Appraisal
Where applicable has a corrosion/erosion allowance been
specifiedHave critical lines been identified and stress analysis completedwhere required
Are all vibration susceptible lines adequately braced
Is the system suitably supported for all identified loadings
Has the required level of NDE been specified on the fabricationdrawings
Is there any special transportation/handling arrangementsidentified for the equipment, if yes have they been implemented
Within the system is there any special items not covered byexisting piping specification. If yes has the design been suitably
validated in accordance with PED requirements. Are any closures, openings, joints etc in accordance withspecifications and/or codes
Are pressure relief lines routed to a closed system or orientated soas to not present a hazard to personnel
Is system designed to take account of draining and ventingrequirements and isolations provided as per P&ID
Are slopes etc designed as specified
Are dead legs eliminated where practical
Has pressure relief facilities been provided as specified on P&ID
Has pressure, temperature & level control been provided as perP&ID
Have all required safety assessments been carried outHas PFP/Thermal relief been provided as per specifiedrequirements
For heated pressure equipment is thermal relief specified andprovided
If ‘No’ is checked on any question this may signify a non-conformance with the Pressure Equipment Regulations and thisshould be referred to the PSN PED Technical Authority
Is all the equipment designed in accordance with codes, standardsand clients approved specifications
For procured equipment (Pressure vessels, pumps etc) hascompliance with PED & CE Marking been specified
Is there any special transportation/handling arrangements identifiedfor the equipment, if yes have they been implemented
Is the equipment suitably sized and supported for all identifiedloadings
Where PSN is responsible for equipment design confirm the following:
Are the materials of construction subject of one of the following:
Harmonised European StandardEuropean Approval of MaterialParticular Material Appraisal
Where applicable has a corrosion/erosion allowance been specified
Have all requirements for stress analysis been identified andanalysis carried out.
Has the required level of NDE been specified on the fabricationdrawings
Are any closures, openings, joints etc in accordance withspecifications and/or codes
Are pressure relief lines routed to a closed system or orientated soas to not present a hazard to personnel
Are adequate arrangements for isolation, draining and ventingprovided
Has adequate pressure, temperature & level control been provided.
Has PFP/Thermal relief been provided as per specifiedrequirements
For heated pressure equipment is thermal relief specified andprovided
If ‘No’ is checked on any question this may signify a non-conformance with the Pressure Equipment Regulations and thisshould be referred to the PSN PED Technical Authority
The Pressure Equipment Regulations 1999 (SI 1999/2001)
Design Conformi ty Assessment Checklist (Instruments)
Client: Contract Ref: Site/Installation:
Job No.: Job Title:
Workpack /Jobcard NoRequirement √ Yes √ No √ N/A Comment
Are the pressure containing instrument arrangements, includingmaterials of construction, designed in accordance with codes,standards and clients approved specifications
For procured equipment (Valves, instruments etc) has compliancewith PED & CE Marking been specified
Is the Nominal size (DN) of pressure containing tubing 25 or less
Is the instrument installation arrangement suitably supported towithstand all credible loading
Are suitable arrangements in place to enable isolation of
instruments for testing/maintenance purposes. Are all components that could present a hazard due to high or verylow temperature suitably specified to be insulated or otherwiseprotected.
If ‘No’ is checked on any question this may signify a non-conformance with the Pressure Equipment Regulations and thisshould be referred to the PSN PED Technical Authority
The Pressure Equipment Regulations 1999 (SI 1999/2001)
On Site Conformit y Assessment Checklist
Client: Contract No.: Site/Installation:
Job No.: Job Title:
Workpack/Jobcard No
Requirement √ Yes √ No √ N/A Comment
Have fabricated items of pressure equipment (i.e. Pipe Spools)been supplied on site with documentation to support theirmanufacture (Release note, fabricator Letter of conformity etc)
Have all punchlist items from fabricators been completed
Do all procured items (pressure vessels, valves etc) bear the CEmark.
Have all welding operations on pressure containing equipmentbeen carried out by suitably qualified welders working to approvedprocedures
Has the required level of NDE been carried out and are all results
within code requirementsHas any heat treatment been carried out in accordance with thespecification
Has all required hydrotesting and leak testing been satisfactorilycompleted.
Have all safety devices (PSVs, Bursting discs,pressure/temperature/level protection loops etc) been fitted as perworkpack and are they the subject of a valid calibration certificate.
Has the subject system been inspected and tested in accordancewith workpack requirements and is all certification supporting theworkscope complete.
Have all operating instructions, guides and manuals been
provided for the users of the equipmentHave all key documents (P&IDs etc) been redlined as built andsupplied to operations pending back drafting of masters
Has the CE labelling been applied to the system?
If ‘No’ is checked on any question this may signify a non-conformance with the Pressure Equipment Regulations and thisshould be referred to the PSN PED Technical Authority
Stainless Steel Gr. 316 Nameplate, 1.5mmm thk. with black engraved lettering. Alternative label typesare acceptable providing the label is easily legible and indelible.
Label to be permanently attached to pressure equipment or assembly in an easily visible location.
The CE nameplate must not be affixed to ‘SEP’ equipment.
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY(PRESSURE EQUIPMENT DIRECTIVE 97/23/EC)
We hereby certify that the pressure equipment stipulated below complies with all the relevant provisions of the PressureEquipment Directive and the National Laws and Regulations adopting this Directive.
Manufacturer Name: Production Services Network (PSN)
The Pressure Equipment Regulations 1999 (SI 1999/2001)
Close Out Assessment Checklist
Client: Contract Ref: Site/Installation:
Job No.: Job Title:Workpack/Jobcard No.
Requirement √ Yes √ No √ N/A Comment
Has all as-building of master documents been completed
Has the on site assessment checklist been completed andretained
Has the DOC been completed and retained
Has all the required information, documentation etc beensubmitted to client e.g.Operating ManualMaintenance InformationCOSHH informationMaintenance Management System update if applicable
If ‘No’ is checked on any question this may signify a non-conformance with the Pressure Equipment Regulations and thisshould be referred to the PSN PED Technical Authority
EXCLUSIONSThe exclusions in this listing are not intended to be exhaustive, for the purposes of this document this exclusion list isintended to reflect the scope of works expected in the Oil, Gas and Petrochemical industries on and offshore.
A number of specific items of pressure equipment are excluded from the directive either because they are alreadycovered by other EC Directives, their hazard due to pressure is not particularly significant or they are covered by otherinternational codes of practice.
Pipelines comprising piping or a system of piping designed for the conveyance of any fluid or substance to or from aninstallation (onshore or offshore) starting from and including the last isolation device located within the confines of theinstallation, including all the annexed equipment designed specifically for pipelines.
This exclusion does not apply to standard pressure equipment such as may be found in pressure reduction stations orcompression stations. Typical examples of standard pressure equipment annexed with pipelines, pressure reductionstations or compression stations may include: measuring devices; valves; pressure regulators; safety devices; filters; heat
exchangers; vessels.These are covered by the directive.
Networks, for the supply, distribution and discharge of water and associated equipment and headraces such aspenstocks, pressure tunnels, pressure shafts for hydroelectric installations and their related specific accessories.
This exclusion covers water supply, distribution and discharge networks (including piping inside industrial plants orbuildings) and associated equipment for applications, such as:
Potable WaterWaste Water and Effluent Sewage
Equipment covered by Directive 87/404/EEC for simple pressure vessels
A simple pressure vessel is defined as an unfired welded vessel intended to contain Air or Nitrogen at an internal pressuregreater than 0.5 barg and having the following characteristics:
Manufactured from quality non-alloy steel, or non-alloy aluminium, or non-age hardening aluminium alloy.
Consists of a cylindrical section with circular cross-section closed at each end by either flat or outwardly dished ends, orconsists of two co-axial outwardly dished ends.
Have a maximum working pressure (PS) not greater than 30 barg.
Have a maximum stored energy capacity PS*V (the product of PS and the vessels capacity) not greater than 10,000bar*litres.
Be designed for a minimum working temperature not less than –50 degrees C, and a maximum not higher than 300degrees C for steel vessels and 100 degrees C for aluminium or aluminium alloy vessels.
Be manufactured in series (i.e. not a one off).
Equipment classified no higher than category 1 under article 9 of the Directive and covered by the following:
Directive 94/9/EC of the European Parliament for equipment and protective systems intended for use in potentiallyexplosive atmospheres.
Well control equipment used in the petroleum, gas or geothermal exploration and extraction industry and in undergroundstorage which is intended to contain and/or control well pressure. This comprises the wellhead (Christmas tree), the BlowOut Preventers (BOP), the piping manifolds and all their equipment upstream.
Well control equipment is any piece of equipment that has been designed and manufactured to contain and/or control wellpressure. This includes all equipment that is typically installed on the well site. Equipment used to control any furtherdownstream processes only, i.e. without controlling effect on the well pressure, would not be included as its intendedpurpose is not to contain well pressure.
Enclosures for high voltage electrical equipment such as switchgear, control gear, transformers and rotating machines.
Pressurised pipes for the containment of transmission systems, e.g. for electrical power and telephone cables.