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Client : Qatar Liquefied Gas Company Limited (II\

Date

Doc./DWG No.: QGX/20/00/SA/DB/NA/001 Rev. E2

Doc./DWG Title: SPECIFICATION FOR HUMAN FACTORS

Para./
No. Section No. Items· Explanation I Reason
1 1.0 Scope, Human dimensions Correct description about human dimensions. It
para.2 is noted that the human dimensions in this
specification were revised based on Asia/Pacific
region data in the revision of Aug.25, 2004
during QGll FEED Project.
Revise description as below.
(Old)
The human dimensions provided throughout
this specification based on North American and
Northern European data. Where the worker
population will be other than North American or
Northern European, the appropriate human
dimension data for the anticipated worker
population should be adjusted and determined
human dimension data in this specification
accordingly.
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(New)
The human dimensions provided throughout
this specification based on Asia/Pacific region
data.

2 3.5.2.3 Stair Ladders Note is added by COMPANY HF Specialist.

Paoe 25
3 3.5.2.4 Figure 7 Vertical Note is rectified by COMPANY HF Specialist.
Paoe 27 Ladder Dimensions
4 3.5.2.4 Figure 8 Note is added by COMPANY HF Specialist.
Page 28 Recommended Ladder
Caoe Dimensions
5 3.5.3 Walkways, Catwalks Note is added by COMPANY HF Specialist.
Paqe 33 and Workino Platform
6 3.5.4 Table 2 Mobile Table is rectified by COMPANY HF Specialist.
Page 37 Workspace Dimensions
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7 3.5.4.2 Access "4) visual access ... " is added by COMPANY HF
Page 38 Specialist.

8 3.6.4.2 Valve Access 4), 5), 6) and 8) is rectified by COMPANY HF

Page 49 Specialist.

9 3.6.4.4 Valve Clearance "1) ... 2000 mm (79 in.)." is rectified by

Page 51 COMPANY HF Specialist.
"3) ... 800 mm (32 in.) ... (refer to Engineering
Note 3)" is rectified by CTJV to be consistent
with Engineering Note 3.

10 Page 54-55 Engineering Note 3 Engineering Note 3 is added by COMPANY HF

Specialist.

11 3.7.1 Lighting "2) ... "is added by COMPANY HF Specialist.

Pace 57
12 3.8.1.2 Evacuation Route "2) ... 2000 mm (79 in.)" is rectified by
Page 61 COMPANY HF Specialist.

13 4.15 Category I - Accessible "3) ... PSV block valve" is rectified by

Page 69 Valves COMPANY HF Specialist.

14 4.15 Category I - Accessible CTJV rectify about application of power valve-

Page69 & 70 Valves turning equipment based on the discussion with
COMPANY (QGX-RC-CY/QY-00295 Note No
20050804-9).

Above revisions caused by COMPANY Human Factor Specialist have discussed with COMPANY and
CTJV and it is recorded as ROG (QGX-RC-CY/QY-00280rev1 & 00295). The points in ROG, which
related to Spec for HF, are reflected in this revision E2.
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C2 Issuefor Approval (as per discussion with H. Matsuo K. Ueda M. Toyoda H. Ogawa Apr. 4, '05
COMPANY Human Factors Specialist)

C1 Issue for Approval H. Matsuo K. Ueda M. Toyoda H. Ogawa Dec. 30, '04

MARK DESCRIPTION BY CHKD APVD APVD DATE

REVISIONS
CLIENT Qatar Liquefied Gas Company Limited (II )
PROJECT Qatargas II Development Project
JOB NO. 49222
DOC NO. QGX/20/00/SA/DB/NA/001
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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1.0 Scope .................................................................................................................... 1

2.0 Subject lndex ........................................................................................................ 2

3.0 Summary of Human Factors Requirements ....................................................... 6

3.1 Control Rooms and Control Panels ............................................................... 6
3.2 Isolation and Emergency Shutdown Devices ................................................. 9
3.3 Process Control Systems ............................................................................ 13
3.4 Signing and Labeling ................................................................................... 16
3.5 Access to Equipment and Movement around Facility .................................. 20
3.6 Equipment ................................................................................................... 43
3. 7 Working Environment. ................................................................................. 57
3.8 Evacuation and Escape ............................................................................... 60
3.9 Other Equipment and Human Factors Areas ............................................... 63
4.0 Definitions .......................................................................................................... 68

5.0 Referenced Documents ..................................................................................... 73

5.1 HFES-Human Factors and Ergonomics Society .......................................... 73

5.2 ISO-International Standards Organization ................................................... 73
5.3 NEMA-National Electrical Manufacturers Association .................................. 73 .
5.4 NTS-Norsk Teknologisenter ........................................................................ 73
5.5 QATARGAS JI LNG PROJECT DOCUMENTS ............................................ 73 -- ·
5.6 Miscellaneous Text Books, Reports and Guidelines .................................... 74
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1.0 Scope

Human Factors (Ergonomics) has been a recognized technology for many years. The
objective of ergonomic design in this document is to achieve a Plant that personnel can
perform their work as they intended safety, efficiently, and reliably under suitable
environment for the work. For achieving such plant, the Plant shall be provided with
acceptable level of accessibility, operability, maintainability and work environmental taking
account of human factors. Human factors identifies design considerations that affect human
performance and provides practical ways to help reduce incidents while improving
productivity.

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2.0 Subject Index

Topic Page Topic Page

Abnormal condition detection 9 Label - control panel 7
Abnormal condition detection main 9 Labels - electrical wire and cable 17
control point
Access - equipment 20 Labels - equipment 17
Access - hand and arm 38 Labels - information 19
Access ways 20 Labels - pipe 16
Accessibility 68 Ladder - safety cage 71
Air flow velocity 68 Ladders 22
Alarm - intensity 9 Ladders - fixed 26
Alarm audible 14 Legibility 71
Alarm color 14 Lighting 57
Alarm presentation 14 Line of site 71
Alarm priority 14 Local instruments 43
Alarm suppression 14 Local instruments - visibility 46
Alarms - auditory 8 Loudspeakers 66
Alarms - control panel 8 Luminance 71
Alarms - control room 8 Lux 71
Alarms - evacuation 60 Maintainability 43
Alarms - fire and gas 9 Manual handling - 44
compressor/pumps
Alarms - visual 8 Manway 71
Ambient lighting 68 Manways 35
Ambient noise 68 Mirror image 71
Angle of incline 22 Mirror image 7 -·

Annunciator 68 Noise 59
Anthropometry 68 Non-digital systems 7
A-weighted sound pressure 68 Offshore 35
Blinds 9 Operability 43
Slowdown - override 11 Optimal visual field 71
Slowdown - panel 11 Panels - display and control 47
Slowdown - panel 11 Platforms - elevated working 31
Slowdown - reset 11 Platforms - working 31
Cabling and conductors - labeling 64 Pointing devices 13
Catwalks 31 Population stereotype 71
CAUTION sign 68 Printer 13
Character - height to width ratio 13 Public address system 66
Character - stroke width to height 13 Pumps - access 45
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Character height 68 Pumps - alarms 46
Character height 7 Pumps - background noise 46
Character stroke width 68 Pumps - displays and controls 45
Character width to height ratio 68 Pumps - emergency stop 45
Clearance 68 Pumps - gauges 45
Color - indication lamp 7 Pumps - labeling 45
Communication - emergency 65 Pumps - lifting zones 45
Communication - headphones 64 Pumps - lighting 46
Communication - microphones 64 Pumps - manual handling 45
Communication - system 64 Pumps - signs and labels 45
requirements
Compressor - access 43 Pumps - test points 45
Compressor - communication 44 Railings 31
Compressor - displays and controls 43 Ramps 29
Compressor - environment 44 Ramps 29
Compressor - manual handling 44 Reach maximum overhead grip 38
Compressor - status identification 44 Reflectance 71
Control 69 Relative humidity 71
Control - Display relationship 7 Riser 72
Control - safeguard 7 Rodding - access 46
Control panel 69 Rotary selector 7
Control panel 7 Sign 72
Control panel - labels 7 Signal word 72
Control valves - access 46 Signal words 18
Controls 6 Signing and labeling 16
Controls - configuration 7 Signs - equipment 18 --
Controls - mounting locations 47 Signs - hazard 18
Corridors 20 Signs - information 19
DANGER sign 70 Single-tier handrail 72
Decibel 70 Slide switch 7
Discrete control 7 Slip and trip hazards 42
Display 70 Slippery surfaces 42
Display - color 14 Speech transmission 64
Display - flicker 13 Stair - landings 23
Display - mimic format 14 Stair ladders 25
Display - titles 14 Stairs 22
Displays - mounting locations 47 Stairs - dimensions 23
Displays and controls 47 Stairs - when needed 22
Doors 21 Stairway - riser step height 72
Emergency shut down (ESD) 70 Stairway - Tread depth 72

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Topic Page Topic Page

Emergency shut-down 9 Symbol 72
Equipment - compressor 43 System security 14
Equipment - displays and controls 43 Task analysis 72
Equipment - large rotating 43 Task lighting 72
machinery
Equipment - local instruments 46 Temperature 58
Equipment - maintainability 43 Thumbwheel 7
Equipment - operability 43 Toe plate 72
Equipment - pipework and valves 49 Toeboards 31
Equipment - pumps 45 Toggle switch 7
Escape - hatches 61 Trip and slip hazards 42
Escutcheon plate 70 Utilities and services - access 63
ESD-alarms 11 Utilities and services - test and 63
sample points
ESD - control 9 Valve - chain operators 51
ESD - Emergency shut down 70 Valve - clearance 51
ESD - Emergency shut-down 9 Valve - critical 69
ESD - override 11 Valve - critical 50
ESD- panels 11 Valve - design 49
ESD- panels 11 Valve- EBVs 50
ESD - resets 11 Valve - force 72
Evacuation - alarms 60 Valve - force 49
Evacuation - door systems and 61 Valve - mounting heights 50
hatches
Evacuation - exits 61 Valve - operation 51
Evacuation - hatches 61 Valves - access 49
Evacuation - routes 61 Valves - control and displays 55
Evacuation and escape 60 Valves - environmental 51
considerations
Exits 21 Valves - isolation 10
Fasteners 38 Valves - labeling 55
Fire and gas panels 11 Valves - lighting 51
Fixed ladder 70 Valves - location and orientation 50
Foot pedal 7 Valves - manual handling 55
·:-: Foot-candle 70 Ventilation 59
Functional Grouping 70 Vibration 58
Glare 70 Video display unit (VDU) 72
Glare 57 Viewing angle 72
Handrail 71 Viewing distance 72
Handrail - double tier 70 Visual access (shared displays) 6
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Topic Page Topic Page

Handrail - single tier 72 Visual display 6
Human readable format 7 Visual limit angles 46
Humidity 58 Walkways 31
Illumination level 71 Weather protection 59
Input devices 13 Working environment 57
Isolation devices 9 Workplace environment 72
Key lock protection 14 Workspace 35
Keyboard 13 Workstation - size 8
Knob 7 Workstation - storage 8
Label 71
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3.0 Summary of Human Factors Requirements

3.1 Control Rooms and Control Panels

This section identifies the minimum requirements for the design of control rooms and control
panels.

3.1.1 Visual Displays

1) Select displays that are appropriate for their use:
2) Limit character height to a minimum of 3 mm to 4 mm (1/, in. to 1/s in.) high (if the
viewing distance is 710 mm (28 in.) or less).
3) Select LED and LCD type displays that can be read in all possible lighting conditions.
4) Design displays so all the numbers increase in a clockwise, upward, or left-to-right
direction.
5) Avoid using multiple pointers and multiple scales on the same display.
6) Design color-coded zone markings to be clear and understandable (red for danger,
yellow for caution, green for acceptable).
7) Mount displays so each can be easily viewed from the operator's normal working
position.
8) Design all displays with similar functions to have the same units of measure, layout
of graduation marks, and characters.
9) Design and locate displays so they are free from parallax and glare.
10) Label all displays.
11) Mount all safety critical displays in the primary field of view.

3.1.2 Visual Access for Shared Displays

1) Provide adequate visual access for shared displays.

2) Provide adequate visual access for wall-mounted displays and mimic boards-critical
displays in low light levels shall have character heights of 37.5 mm (1.5 in.) for every
4.5 m (15 ft.) of viewing distance.
3) Locate video screens for flares and windsocks so they are easily viewed from all
operator workstations and located within the visual field as the control room operator
views the workstation monitor.

3.1.3 Controls

1) Design all controls to operate as expected for the country in which they will be used.
That is, consider the cultural norms for the country of use in determining how the
controls will operate.
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2) Design all similar controls to operate consistently.

3.1.3.1 Non-Digital Systems

For non-digital systems, select controls that are appropriate for their use as follows:
1) Toggles, push buttons, rotary selectors, levers used for discrete settings
2) Thumbwheels, rotary selectors, hand wheels, slide switches, and levers used for
continuous small range controls
3) Knobs, cranks, and foot pedals used for continuous large range controls

3.1.3.2 Colors

Use correct colors of indication lamps for plant operation controls as follows:
1) Red for stop, failure, or malfunction
2) Yellow for caution
3) Green for acceptable or ready
4) White for standby or active

3.1.3.3 Configuration
1) Position discrete controls (push buttons, toggle switches, and rocker switches) so
they are easy to understand.
2) Provide adequate space around each control to avoid accidental activation of
adjacent controls.
3) Install safeguards (covers, key Jocks, raised bezels, or dial buttons that require
pressing) needed to avoid accidental activation of all controls.
4) Label all controls.
5) Group all related functions at each control panel.
6) Locate more frequently used displays and controls in primary areas.
7) Do not use "Mirror image" control panels except as the design or layout requires.
8) Design and locate emergency controls so they are easily identified, readily
accessible, and able to be quickly activated.
9) Group distinct sub-units of control panels for safer and easier operation.

3.1.3.4 Displays
1) Place displays above their associated controls.
2) Locate each display so it can be seen while its associated control is being activated.

3.1.4 Control Panel Labels

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1) Include a functional description of the component at the top of all control panel labels
and a process tag number on lower lines.
2) Write all label text in a human-readable format rather than coding.
3) Format display label text in terms of what is being measured (e.g., "voltage") instead
of the display type (e.g., "voltmeter").
4) Design control position labels to indicate the functional result of the movement of the
control (e.g., "increase," "decrease").
5) Ensure that text character height is a minimum of 3 mm (0.125-in.).
6) Design label text to be black on a white background.
7) Mount labels so they are read from left to right when operating and maintenance
staff are predominantly from cultures that read from left to right. Where operating
and maintenance staff come from cultures that do not read from left to right,
consideration should be given to using labels consistent with the appropriate culture.
When the operating and maintenance staff are expected to come from diverse
cultures, consideration should be given to the use of multi-lingual labels.
8) Make labels of engraved plastic or vinyl.
9) In environments where fumes or spills could destroy plastic labels, make them from
bronze or stainless steel with engraved numbers and letters

3.1.5 Alarms

1) Use auditory alarms when immediate attention is needed.

2) Design auditory alarms, beacons, and sirens to draw attention without causing the
operator to be startled (e.g., 10 dB above background noise level). Do not exceed
an alarm volume of 80 dBA
3) Design new alarms to be consistent with existing alarms.
4) If a visual alarm is important, then locate it within the operator's visual cone.

3.1.6 Other Work Areas

1) Incorporate a large flat worksurface in the field operator's workstation with typical
dimensions of 915 mm (3 ft.) wide and 1525 mm (5 ft.) long or larger.
2) Provide appropriate seating.
3) Locate the supervisor's office in close proximity to the control room and join the office
to the control room with a doorway.

~: 3) Desing the process engineer's workstation to look like the control room operator's
workstation, with similar numbers of screens and arrangement of equipment.
4) Integrate the operator's personal computer into the operation's workplace.
5) Provide storage for forms, binders and books as appropriate
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3.2 Isolation and Emergency Shutdown Devices

This section identifies the minimum requirements for integrating Human Factors principles
into the selection of isolation devices, fire and gas panels, and ESD panels.

3.2.1 Abnormal Condition Detection and Local Initiation

1) Install emergency alarm initiation points, call points, and ESD initiation points at or
near exits, doorways, and access and evacuation I escape routes
2) Design call points and ESD initiation points to be simple to use, consistent, and
recognizable.
3) Identify call points, and ESD initiation points using labeling and color-coding
4) Illuminate call points and ESD initiation points for poor visibility conditions. (See
Section 3.4 of this specification for more information.)
4) Indicate the position or status of emergency controls on or near the controls.
5) Display identification numbers and emergency contact numbers on or near each call
point or ESD initiation point. For standing activation, position the number 1220 mm
(48 in.) above the floor.
6) Design emergency telephone numbers that are easy to recall but do not rely on
personnel remembering them.
6) Provide noise shielding and sound insulation around call points where the noise from
adjacent equipment exceeds 65 dBA.
7) Design a unique identification system for ESD controls to clearly distinguish them
from other controls.
8) Position ESD controls between 1015 mm and 1400 mm (40 in. and 55 in.) above
floor level.
9) Clarify the function of an ESD button by its location (e.g., next to a compressor) or by ·
labeling, or both.
10) Design Emergency controls to be activated quickly and easily.
11) Size ESD controls so operators wearing gloves may actuate them easily.
12) Separate ESD controls from those used during normal operations.
13) Design ESD controls to avoid accidental actuation.

3.2.2 Abnormal Condition Detection at the Main Control Point

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1) Locate Fire I gas and ESD panels to be viewable and accessible directly from the
main control point.
2) Locate seated control panels so the controls are no less than 660 mm (26 in.) above
the floor and, if possible, no more than 1015 mm (40 in.) above the floor. If
necessary, controls can be a maximum of 1088 mm (42.8 in.) above the floor.

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3) Locate the displays of seated control panels no less than 760 mm (30 in.) above the
floor and, if possible, no more than 1159 mm (45.6 in.) above the floor. If necessary,
displays can be a maximum of 1449 mm (57.0 in.) above the floor.
4) Locate the controls and displays of the standing ESD panels in the "precise" ranges
specified in Figure 16.
5) Provide adequate access space for maintenance. The minimum clearance
acceptable is:

Clearance Depth Height

Standing 710 mm (28 in.) 1905 mm (75 in.)
Stooping 762 mm (30 in.) 1500 mm (59 in.)
Kneeling 762 mm (30 in.) 1372 mm (54 in.)
Squatting 762 mm (30 in.) 1220 mm (48 in.)

6) Provide unique configurable audible alarms for fire and gas panels and the ESD I
blowdown panel that can be clearly heard and identified at all locations within the
control room.
7) Design auditory alarms loud enough without being startling (e.g., 10 dBA above
ambient background noise). Do NOT exceed a maximum alarm volume of 120 dBA.
8) Locate visual indications on the panels to be detectable from the main control point.
9) Ensure that panels are free from glare.

3.2.3 Isolation Valves, Blinds and Other Devices

1) Ensure that Isolation devices designed for similar purposes have the same
arrangement and appearance.
2) Install permanent unique labels to clearly identify all isolation devices and to specify
their isolation function.
3) Design label information large enough to be accurately read from the expected
working distance.
4) Label valves/controls by item (i.e., by a human-readable description of its function)
as well as by the item's tag number.
5) Provide lubrication points for valves and valve stems with an effective means for
lubrication
6) Design the movement of isolation valves to be consistent, predictable, and
compatible with operator expectations. The operating stereotype for valves is
clockwise to close, counter-clockwise to increase flow, move left to right, front to
back or upwards.
7) Provide adequate feedback to operators using isolation devices to indicate that the
device has been fully activated.
8) Provide a visual confirmation that isolation has been applied.
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9) Provide a clear indication of open/close status on drain line/bleed off line valves.
10) Install physical interlocks, such as a captive key system, to control access to
equipment or ensure complete isolation prior to gaining access to hazardous areas.
11) Provide built-in isolation indicators or test systems to check the integrity of the
isolation.

3.2.4 Fire and Gas Panels

1) Design fire I gas panels or VDU displays to rapidly and reliably identify the location
and spread of gas release or fire.
2) Indicate the location and activation of manual call points on fire and gas panels.
3) Group indicator lamps in a consistent layout and apply color-coding to ensure rapid
and reliable identification.
4) Identify alarm indications as they arise.
5) Arrange associated displays and controls so that they may be readily identified.
6) Layout deluge or inert gas initiators to help guide the actions of the operator.
7) Clearly identify initiator controls (e.g., deluge and inert gas initiators) using human
readable text labels. Use label text that is simple to understand, easy to read, and
conforms to operator expectations.
8) Provide audible and visible alarms to identify power or communication failure.
9) Provide an integral lamp test facility to verify lamp integrity.
10) Provide a clear indication of where and how the fire and gas system has been
overridden.
11) Provide a means to prevent inadvertent or unauthorized operation of fire and gas
initiators.

3.2.5 ESD and Slowdown Panels

1) Display ESD alarms in such a way that the location and the source of initiation of the
ESD, or equipment affecting an ESD, may be readily identified.
2) Provide a single key press action to allow an operator to access alarm information on
the VDU process control system.
3) Locate a control for manual initiation of total plant ESD at the main control point, e.g.,
the process control console.
4) Design a clear and simple relationship between the ESD and blowdown switches and
the equipment they control.
5) Identify and separate the controls for major plant areas and those for total plant ESD
6) Design ESD controls to prevent accidental actuation.
7) Design displays relating to ESD I blowdown (e.g., panels or VDU displays) to permit
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events.
8) Provide feedback information to confirm positively that the ESD I blowdown signal
has been sent and that ESD valves have closed and blowdown valves have opened.
9) Provide a direct correspondence between process control VDU mimics and the ESD
I blowdown panels.
10) Design audible and visible alarms to identify communications failure or malfunction in
the power supply.
11) Use audible and visible alarms to identify the failure of any single-channel,
programmable electronic system.
12) Provide an integral lamp test facility to verify lamp integrity.
13) Where arrangements are provided for overriding parts of the ESD system (e.g.,
during maintenance), provide a clear indication for parts of the system that have
been overridden. Display this information at the main control point and local panels
(e.g., wellhead panels).
14) Equip ESD systems with manual reset facilities.
15) Alert the operator at the main control point when an ESD is to be reset. Provide a
system for confirming or accepting resets.

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3.3 Process Control Systems

This section identifies the minimum requirements for the design of process control systems.

3.3.1 Monitors I CRTs

1) Design displays to be free of flicker when viewed from expected viewing distances
and angles under normal control room lighting conditions. Include images at all
brightness levels and large areas of color.
2) Ensure that the display image appears to be stable (i.e., free of "jitters").
Select displays with a displa~ luminance of at least 35 cd/m
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luminance is between 80 cd/m and 160 cd/m .
4) Make controls for display contrast and color accessible to technicians but not to
operators.
5) Ensure the displayed character height to width ratio is in the range of 1: 1 to 5:3.
6) Ensure the displayed character stroke width to height ratio is in the range of 1:6 to
1:10.

3.3.2 Input/pointing Devices

1) Provide the operator with a main input/pointing device and a back-up device (for
example, a tracker ball as the main input device backed up by a keyboard).
2) Make available to the operator dedicated function keys or display targets for frequent
operator inputs.
3) Locate frequently used input devices directly in front of the operator and within the
primary work zone.
4) Make, if possible, input devices such as keyboards height slope adjustable.

3.3.3 Printers

1) Choose printers that do not affect display content or updates.

2) Design printer systems that will not lose printed alarm information due to printer
overload, the paper supplies running out, or the printer being off-line.
3) Choose color printers for screen displays.

3.3.4 Dynamic Characteristics

1) Design the system to provide a clear indication to the operator when the keyboard is
locked out or the console otherwise disabled.
2) Design the system to provide a clear indication when updating of displayed
information is frozen or has failed.
3) Make multiple cursors distinct from each other.
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3.3.5 System Security

1) Provide password and/or physical key lock protection for operator, supervisor, and
engineering access (optional for operators).
2) Provide control or facilities to change display or input device characteristics to users
with supervisor or engineering status. The access level (operator, supervisor,
engineer) for functions such as control loop tuning, alarm suppression, lockout etc.,
shall be assignable by the systems engineer.
3) Provide date and time information to indicate the currency of time critical information.
4) Provide facilities to allow locking out system items that are undergoing maintenance
and show the locked out status on the display.

3.3.6 Data Integrity

1) Provide validation for all operator inputs to trap out-of-range requests.
2) Provide a clear indication to the operator when data is detected to be bad, lost, or
corrupted.
3) Do not allow a plant item to be controlled from more than one console at the same
time.
4) Provide clear messages on system faults and indicate their consequences.

3.3.7 Information Presentation

1) Support the presentation of both overview and detailed information on plant status.
2) Select a system that will provide a means to build mimic display formats that
incorporate and give access to more detailed information when required.
3) Select a system that will provide a simple, standardized way to select and interact
with displays not require the operator to learn any complex commands in order to
use it.
4) Standardize the appearance and positioning of common features such as display
titles, menu bars, and operator input areas across all displays.
5) Provide the ability to provide eight different display colors (excluding flashing colors).

3.3.8 Alarm Presentation

1) Provide support for four priority levels for alarms. Allow a different presentation
format (e.g., color, background, etc.) for every alarm level and give the systems
engineering personnel control over this presentation format .
2) Provide the capability of suppressing or inhibiting intermittent, repeating alarms.
Develop a list for the operator that indicates all suppressed I inhibited alarms and
ensure that the data point on the display provides clear indication that the associated
alarm is suppressed I inhibited.
3) Make is possible to change the configuration of alarms for different operating states.

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4) Enable the suppression of alarms that arise as a result of normal operations or

following a trip (e.g., low flow alarm when valve upstream is correctly closed).
5) Provide an audible alarm capability sounds a distinct alarm tone. Make the minimum
required sound level (which is adjustable by engineering personnel) 1O dBA above
ambient control room noise level.
6) Provide different and distinctive alarm sounds to differentiate between operating
locations. Design alarm sounds in the 500 Hz to 3000 Hz frequency range.
7) Provide alarm list display formats that enable alarms to be viewed by plant area, in
order of priority or in order of occurrence.
8) Make it possible to embed alarm information in mimic displays.
9) Provide a means to directly access a display that shows the most recent, highest
priority, unacknowledged alarm.
10) Provide a simple means of directly accessing a suitable mimic display that provides
details of the earliest, highest priority alarm.
11) Do not allow an alarm to clear if the fault still exists.
12) Specify the use of colors that are significantly different from each other and use
other redundantly coding methods.
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3.4 Signing and Labeling

This section identifies the minimum requirements for the design of signing and labeling.

3.4.1 Pipe Labels

Label all piping systems in the facility. Examples of systems requiring labeling include the
following:

Ba rite Fuel Gas Process Fluids

Blanket Gas Gas Lift Process Water
Brine/Completion Fluids Helo Fuel Refrig Liquid
Bulk Air Hot Water Refrig Suction
Bulk Cement HP Gas RigAir
Bulk Mud Instrument Air Seawater
Cement Vent IP Gas Start Air
Chemical Injection Liquid Mud Steam Condensate
Closed Drain LP Gas Steam Vapor
Diesel Fuel LP Mud Utility Seawater
Drill Water Lube Oil Vents And Sounds
Dry Glycol Mud Drain Wash Water
Dry Oil Oily Bilge Water Wet Glycol
Firewater Open Drain Wet Oil
Flare Potable Water

1) Label pipe contents using simple, intelligible text (e.g., "Process Water").
2) Indicate flow direction of the pipe contents using arrows that have a solid, block
style.
3) Write text in a simple block font such as Helvetica or Arial.
4) Size text characters appropriate to the diameter of the pipe.
5) Write text in mixed case letters. For labels with only one or two words, all capital
letters is acceptable.
6) Use text that indicates pipe contents in addition to color coding.
7) Make label colors black text on a white background.
8) Use either outdoor flexible vinyl or polyester for label material.
9) Select label material that is resistant to abrasion and chemicals.
10) Select label material that is resistant to ultraviolet exposure.
11) Use self-adhering material for pipe diameters of 203 mm (8 in.) or less, where
possible.
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3.4.2 Electrical Wire and Cable Labels

1) Label all electrical wiring, cabling, and wire terminals in the facility.
2) Use either an alphanumeric or numerical label to identify electrical wiring, cabling,
and terminals.
3) Use all capital letters in the alphanumeric code on the label.
4) Select 6 pt to 8 pt (2.1 mm to 2.8 mm) minimum letter sizes.
5) Print terminal labels with ink that is waterproof, smear resistant, and impervious to
solvents.
6) Construct cable labels of stainless steel tags having the information stamped into the
surface.

3.4.3 Equipment Labels

Label all major pieces of mechanical and electrical equipment in the facility. Some of the
components are included in the following lists:
Mechanical Equipment
Compressors Hull Compartments Pumps
Control Air Components Hull Ventilation Systems Safety Showers
Coolers HVAC Components Scrubbers
ESDValves HVAC Fans Separators
Filters Manual Pull Fire Stations Sewage Treatment Unit
Fire Header Components Plumbing Test Tees Sprinkler Drain Valves
Generators Plumbing Valves Sprinkler Test Valves
Heat Exchangers Potable Water Systems Tanks

Electrical Equipment --
Control Junction Boxes Infrared Detectors Speaker Amplifiers
Gas Detectors Receptacles Thermal Detectors
Handset Stations Smoke Detectors Transformers
HVAC Terminal Boxes Speakers

1) Include a functional description and a process tag number on each label.

2) Ensure that the functional description is in a human-readable format.
3) Make all tag numbers consistent with Process and Instrument Drawing (P&ID)
numbers.
4) For tanks, set the text character height to the values given in Table 1.
5) For all other equipment, use the "two-hundred rule" to determine the minimum
acceptable character height. Height is equal to the viewing distance divided by 200.
6) Choose a simple font for all text, such as Helvetica or Arial.
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7) Make all text black on a white background.

8) Place the functional description above the tag number on the label.
9) Construct the label from engraved plastic. The company must approve the use of
other materials.

Table 1: Recommended Character Height for Tanks

Tank Height Character Height

Greater than 10 m (33 ft.)· 990 mm (39 in.)
Between 5 m (16.5 ft.) and 10 m (33 ft.) 610 mm (24 in.)
Less than 5 m (16.5 ft.) 305 mm (12 in.)

3.4.4 Equipment Signs

1) Provide supplemental operating information for all safety-critical equipment.

2) Provide signs containing supplemental information for all performance-critical
equipment.
3) Provide an outline format for the key information appearing on signs containing
operating procedures.
4) Be sure to reference the full written procedures manual on signs containing
operating procedures.
5) Locate, where necessary, the full written operating procedure at or near the
equipment sign.
6) Use short, simple sentences or phrases on equipment signs.
7) Number and left justify step-by-step procedures.
8) Use mixed case letters. Upper case letters are acceptable for signs of one to two_ .
words.

3.4.5 Hazard Signs

1) Ensure that all hazard signs conform to NEMA Z535.1 (2002), NEMA 2535.2(2002),
and NEMA Z535.3 (2002)
2) Include the signal word DANGER or CAUTION to indicate the degree of hazard, in
all hazard signs.
3) Include a brief understandable description of the hazard in all signs.
4) Use. active words and statements to describe the hazard. Ensure that the description
of the hazard is in a human-readable format.
5) Include the recommended action in the last line of the sign
5) Use upper case letters for the signal word and mixed case letters for the remaining
text.
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6) Ensure that the signal word is readable at a distance of 1.5 m (5 ft.).

7) Make the signal word character height equal to "Safe Viewing Distance" divided by
150.
8) Make the character height for non-signal words equal to "Safe Viewing Distance"
divided by 200.
9) For DANGER signs, make the signal word white text on a red background, and the
remaining text black or red letters on a white background.
10) For CAUTION signs, make the signal word black letters on a yellow background.
11) Re-produce all HAZARD signs in English and the language of the site.
12) Locate the signal word in the uppermost portion of the sign.
13) Make Hazard signs from surface-printed polyester laminate and mount on a stainless
steel backing plate.

3.4.6 Information Signs and Labels

1) Use both human-readable text and symbols to convey the information in all
regulatory signs and labels.
2) Ensure that regulatory signs and labels comply with international and national
standards and codes.
3) Use black text on a white background for miscellaneous signs and labels.
4) Do not use the terms "Danger" and "Caution" as signal words.
5) Use be mixed case and left justified text for long phrased and sentences in English.
Format Arabic phrases as appropriate.
6) Always use human-readable text with symbols.
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3.5 Access to Equipment and Movement around Facility

This section discusses Human Factors considerations in designing facilities and equipment
for ease of access and movement. It includes sections on:
1) Corridors, Access Ways, Doors, and Exits
2) Stairs, Ramps, and Ladders
3) Walkways, Catwalks, and Working Platforms
4) Working Space and Access
5) Deck Surfaces

3.5.1 Corridors, Access Ways, Doors, and Exits

3.5.1.1 Corridors and Access Ways

1) Provide a minimum width for a corridor or access way route of 760 mm (30 in.).
2) Provide corridors and access ways with sufficient width for safe and easy movement
of personnel, vehicles, equipment, and work area aids. Figure1 gives preferred
dimensions for single and two-way corridors. These figures are based on person
width plus an allowance for clearance.

Figure 1 Minimum Clearance for Corridors

(Copyright© 1985. Electric Power Research Institute.
EPRI NP-4350. Human Engineering Design Guidelines for Maintainability.
Reprinted with Permission)

54 in. (1370 mm)

3) Where personnel must carry equipment at the side of the body (e.g., toolboxes),
make the minimum corridor or access way width 760 mm (30 in.) plus the width of
the equipment to be carried.
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4) Where personnel must carry equipment exceeding 610mm (24 in.) between the
arms, e.g., boxes, make the minimum corridor or access way width equal to the
width of the equipment to be carried plus 180 mm (7 in.).
5) Set the minimum vertical clearance to piping, support beams, insulation and valves
over walkways and platforms to 1956 mm (77 in.) 1

3.5.1.2

Provide a minimum of two exits in enclosed, staffed areas where fuel, chemicals, or other
flammable materials are used. These may be doors hinged to swing to the outside or kick-
out panels. In areas housing large pieces of equipment such as compressors, locate the
exits so that it is possible to exit from either side of the equipment.

3.5.1.3 Doors

1) Set minimum door dimensions in accordance with Figure 2.

Figure 2 Door Dimensions

(Reprinted with permission, from the Annual Book of ASTM Standards,
copyright ©American Society for Testing and Materials,
100 Barr Harbor Drive, West Conshohock, PA 19428-2959)

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26 in.
(660mm~ /

2) Ensure doors are at least 1.5 m (5 ft.) from corners, i.e. junctures between two
corridors, or where a single corridor turns a corner. See Figure 3.

1 Based on estimates of Near East statures in Jurgens et al., 1990

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Figure 3 Door Positioning

(Woodson, W. E., Tillman, B., and Tillman, P.,
Human Factors Design Handbook, McGraw-Hill, 1992.
Reproduced with permission)

T
5 ft min.
(1500 mm)
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CORRECT

Doors should be 5 ft (1500 mm) from corners.

3.5.2 Stairs, Ladders, and Ramps

3.5.2.1 General

Provide stairs, stair ladders, ramps, or ladders to provide access to equipment in the facility
to avoid having to climb on the actual equipment and pipework. The selection between
stairs, ladders, or ramps is primarily based on the preferred angle of elevation (see Figure 4
for guidance). Other factors to consider are the type, direction, and frequency of traffic,
clearance required, and applied loading.

Provide stairs, not ladders, where:

a) Personnel are required to carry large tools or pieces of equipment up or down a

structure
b) Equipment must be accessed or personnel evacuated during emergencies, such
as at battery limit valves, manual sampling of dangerous materials.
c) Equipment is frequently accessed, such as at least once per shift on average.
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Figure 4 Preferred Structure for Angle of Incline

(Adapted from Woodson, Tillman and Tillman 1992)

90' 85'

15'

7'

3.5.2.2

Set stair dimensions in accordance with Figure 5. Avoid long flights of stairs. Provide
landings every 1O to 12 treads and at every floor. Use open treads unless screens or kic)<_ .
plates are required to protect personnel or equipment under the stairs.
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Figure 5 Recommended Stair Dimensions
(Reprinted with permission, from the Annual Book of ASTM Standards,
copyright© American Society for Testing and Materials,
100 Barr Harbor Drive, West Conshohock, PA 19428-2959)

Dimension Minimum Maximum Recommended

A Tread depth (including nosing) 9 Y, in. (240 mm) 12 in. (300 mm) 11-12 in. (280-300 mm)

B Riser height 5 in. (125 mm) 8 in. (200 mm) 6 Y~7 in. (165-180 mm)

c Depth of nosing (where Y. in. (19 mm) 1 Y, in. (38 mm) 1 in. (25 mm)
applicable)

D Width (handrail to handrail

One-way stairs 30 in. (760 mm) - 30 in. (760 mm)
Two-way stairs 48 in. (1220 mm) - 48 in. (1220 mm)

E Overhead clearance 76 in.(1930 mm) - 76 in.(1930 mm)

F Height of handrail (from leading 30 in. (760 mm) 36 in. (910 mm) 33 in. (840 mm)
edge of tread)

G Handrail diameter 1 Y. in. (32 mm) 3 in. (75 mm) 1 Y, in. (38 mm)

H Rail clearance from wait 1 Y. in. (45 mm) - 1 Y, in. (45 mm)

Note 1: Minimum overhead clearance (E) is given by para 3.5.1.1 5)

Note 2: Set "H: Rail clearance from wall" to 75 mm (3 in.)

2 Adjusted as necessary for QGll working population

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3.5.2.3 Stair Ladders

Set stair ladder dimensions (between 50 degrees and 75 degrees) in accordance with
Figure 6 and equip them with flat treads and handrails.

3
Figure 6 Stair Ladder Dimensions
(Reprinted with permission, from the Annual Book of ASTM Standards,
copyright© American Society for Testing and Materials,
100 Barr Harbor Drive, West Conshohock, PA 19428-2959)

Guard Screen

Dimension Minimum Maximum Recommended

A Tread depth range

For 50-SO rtse 6 in. (150 mm) 10 in. (250 mm) 8 % in. (215 mm)

For 75 rise (open ladders only) 3 in (75 mm) 5 % in. (140 mm) 4 in. (100 mm)

8 Riser height 7 in (180 mm) 12 in. (300 mm) 9 in. (230 mm)

c Width (handrail to handrail) 21 in. (530 mm) 24 in. (61 o mm) 22 in. (560 mm)

D Overhead clearance* 68 in. (1730 mm) - 68 in. (1730 mm)

E Height of handrail (from leading 34 in. (860 mm) 37 in. (940 mm) 35 in. (890 mm)
edge of tread)

F Handrail diameter 1 Y. in. (32 mm) 3 in. (75 mm) 1 % In. (38 mm)

G Rail clearance from wall 2 in. (50 mm) - 2 in. (50mm)

*Whenever the distance D is less than 74 in. (1880 mm) the overhead obstruction should be painted with
yellow and black stripes.

Note 1: Minimum overhead clearance (D) is given by para 3.5.1.1 5)

Note 2: Set "G: Rail clearance from wall" to 75 mm (3 in.)

3 Adjusted, as required, for the QGll working population. ~1fur

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3.5.2.4 Fixed Ladders

1) Set the dimensions of fixed vertical ladders (angle greater than 75 degrees) in
accordance with Figure 7.
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Figure 7 Vertical Ladder Dimension~

(Adapted from Woodson, Tillman and Tillman 1992)

Dimension Minimum Maximum Recommended

A Rung thickness
Wood 1 1/8 in. (32 mm) 1 % in. (38 mm) 1 3/8 in. (35 mm)
Protected metal o/. in. (19 mm) 1 % in. (38 mm) 1 3/8 in. (35 mm)
Corrosive metal 1 in. (25 mm) 1 % in. (38 mm) 1 3/8 in. (35 mm)

B Rung Spacing 9 in. (230 mm) 15 in. (380 mm) 12 in. (300 mm)

c Height, rung to landing 6 in. (150 mm) 15 In. (380 mm) 15 in. (380 mm)

D Width between stringers 12 in. (300 mm) - 18 - 21 in. (460 - 530 mm)

E Cl!mbing clearance width 24 in. (61 O mm) - 30 in. (760 mm)

F Clearance depth in back of ladder 6 in. (150 mm) - 8 in. (200 mm)

G Clearance depth on climbing side 36 in. (910 mm) for 75 degree to 30 in. (760 mm) for 90 degree.
(range)

H Height of stringer above landing 33 in. (840 mm) - 36 in. (91 Omm)

J Height from lower elevation to - 15 in. (380 mm) -

bottom rung

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2) As a minimum, provide guardrails (e.g., lift up rails or a chain gate) at the top
entrance of each vertical ladder in order to prevent falls.

3) Provide cages, wells, or other safety devices for fixed vertical ladders over 3 m (12
ft.) long. Set cage dimensions as shown in Figure 8.

Figure 8 Recommended Ladder Cage Dimension0

(Copyright© 1985. Electric Power Research Institute.
EPRI NP-4350. Human Engineering Design Guidelines for Maintainability.
Reprinted with Permission)

Dimensions:
A. Height of cage from base of ladder. 84 In. (2130 mm)
B. Flare at bottom of the cage: 32 in. (815 mm)
C. Depth of cage from center of ladder. 28 in. (710 mm)
D. Max. Distance between cage ribs: 18 in. (460 mm)
E. Width of cage: 27 in. 685 mm)

Note: This does not allow for any breathing apparatus to be worn. It is not generally recommended
that people wearing breathing apparatus should access via a ladder.

4) Ensure the cage extends 1100 mm (43 in.) above the top of the landing unless
alternative protection is provided.

5) Maximum reach to the side of a fixed ladder is given by para 3.5.4.2 6)

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3.5.2.5 Ramps

1) Set ramp dimensions in accordance with Figure 9.

Figure 9 Recommended Ramp Dimensions

(Copyright © 1985. Electric Power Research Institute.
EPRI NP-4350. Human Engineering Design Guidelines for Maintainability.
Reprinted with Permission)

Dimension Minimum Maximum Recommended

A Angle of rise - 20' 7-15'

B Distance between cleats: 9 In. (230 mm) 16 in. (405 mm) 14 in. (355 mm)

c Height of handrails: 38 in. (965 mm) 44 in. (1120 mm) 42 in. (1065 mm)

D Width: Determined by function

and usage, particularly size of
rolling stock and loads.

E Diameter of handrail: 1 in. (25 mm) 3 in. (75 mm) 1.4 in (35 mm)

F Clearance around handrail: 2 in. (50 mm) - 3 in. (75 mm)

2) Provide non-skid surfaces for ramps.

3) Prevent ramps from extending further than 9.2 m (30 ft.) by inserting an intermediate
level. Provide flat platforms at the bottom of the ramp and at any point at which the
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Figure 10 Ramp Design

(Copyright© 1985. Electric Power Research Institute.
EPRI NP-4350. Human Engineering Design Guidelines for Maintainability.
Reprinted with Permission)

STRAIGHT RUN RAMP

Intermediate Platform

RAMP WITH TURNING

PLATFORM

(1.2 m

RAMP WITH INTERMEDIATE

SWITCH-BACK PLATFORM
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Engineering Note]3~
The following Dimensions tables shall be applied to the design of Stair, Ladder and Ladder
Cage for QGll project.

Stair Dimension
Dimension Desiqn Value
1) --- Anqle of Incline 34°to 38°
2 --- Landina heiaht 3700 mm
3 Fiaure 5-A Tread deoth !includina nosinal 275mm
4 Figure 5 - B Riser height 200 mm (Max.)
5) Figure 5 -C Depth of nosing (where aoolicable l 25mm
6) Figure 5- D Width (handrail to handrail)
One-way stairs BOO mm
Two-wav stairs 1220 mm
7) Figure 5 - E Overhead clearance 2000 mm
8) Figure 5 - F Height of handrail (from leading edge of 950mm
tread)
9) Figure 5- G Handrail diameter Am:ile 65x50x6
10) Figure 5- H Rail clearance from wall 75mm
11) --- Stair landing length 1200 mm (800 mm Min)

Ladder and Ladder Cage

Dimension Design Value
1) --- Angle of incline 90° (75° Min.)
2) Figure 7 - B Rung spacing 300 mmp
3) Figure 7 - C Height rung to landina 300mm
4) Fiaure 7 - D Width between strinaers 500mm
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5) Figure 7 - E Climbing clearance width (Cage 760mm
dimension)
6) Figure 7 - F Clearance depth in black of ladder 200 mm (Min.)
(Cage dimension)
7) Fiaure 7 - H Heiaht of strinaer above landina 1535 mm above T.O.F
8) Figure 7 - J Height from lower elevation to bottom 350 mm (Max.)
run a
9) --- Guardrail 1100 mm above T.O.F
10) Para 3.5.2.4, 3) Cage (required) for fixed vertical 2400 mm to 3000 mm
ladders over X mm
11) Figure B -A Heiaht of cage from base of ladder 2400 mm
12) Fiaure B- B Flare at bottom of the cage 840mm
13) Figure 8- C Depth of cage from center of ladder 780mm
14) Figure 8- D Max. distance between cage ribs 850 mm (as per QG1)
(Horizontal band)
15) Figure 8 - E Width of cage 760mm
16) Para 3.5.2.4, 4\ Caae extension 1100 mm above T.O.F
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17) --- Rung size 20 mm (the same as

QG1)
18) --- Max. rise of any ladder between 9100 mm
landings
19) --- Vertical bar extension is required when 900mm
distance from ladder center line to
olatform side handrail <=
20) --- Vertical bar extension is required when 1200 mm
distance from ladder center line
(climbing side of ladder) to platform
handrail<=
21) --- Side rail (stringer) height above landing 1535 mm above T.O.F
(for non-cage ladders)
22) --- All ladders shall be side step ladder. Side step ladder
23) --- Self closing safety double bar swing Double bar
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3.5.3 Walkways, Catwalks and Working Platformfs.J

1) Furnish all walkways, catwalks and platforms with handrails on sides, a mid-rail, and
a toe board in accordance with the dimensions shown in Figure 11.

Figure 11 Recommended Catwalk Dimensions

(Adapted from Woodson, Tillman and Tillman 1992)

36 to 42 in.
(915 to 1070 mm)

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(460 to 530

~ 4 in.
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(100 mm)

2) Where the walkways, catwalks, or platforms have a drop on either or both sides, set
the top rail height on the open side(s) to no less than 1070 mm (42 in.) measured
fro111 the walkway.

3) Increase the height of the top rail to 1625 mm (64 in.) where the lower end of ladders
terminate on walkways, catwalks or platforms that have a drop on either or both
sides. This will reduce the gap between the top of the guardrail and the bottom of
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the cage on the ladder. Place mid-rails at 460 mm (18 in.) and at 910 mm (36 in.)
above the walkway.

4) Do not exceed a distance of 65 mm (2.5 in.) between the edge of the platform and
the centerline of the railing. This is to ensure that there is not too much walkway
outside of the railing.

5) Design platforms so their load capacity exceeds the maximum expected load applied
by personnel, equipment, spare parts, and tools at any one time.

6) Display maximum loading capacity with labels that can be seen both on the platform
and on approach routes.

7) Where elevating work platforms are required, provide the following:

a) Guards, to prevent accidental operation of the lift
b) Limit stops, to prevent injury to personnel and damage to equipment
c) An automatic fail-safe brake or other self-locking device in case of lift
mechanism failure
d) Provision for manually lowering the platform, when feasible
e) Provision of work space at least 610 mm (24 in.) wide and 915 mm (26 in.)
long
f) Ability to hold one or two persons (not more than two)
g) Ability to hold the heaviest combination of equipment and personnel (use
118.4 Kg (250 lb.) for each person)
h) A sign on the platform indicating the safe working load versus height of work
platform

Engineering Note~
The following dimensions shall be applied for Walkways, Catwalks and Working Platforms in
the design for QGll project.

Dimension Desh::in Value

1) Para 3.5.3, 2) Heh:iht of Handrail 1100 mm above T.O.F
2) Figure 11 Toe Board FB 100x8
6 mm between Toe
Board and Floor Level
3) --- Step across distance (nearest edge of 150 mm
ladder to nearest edge of equipment or
structure\
4) Para 3.5.3, 4) Between edge of the Platform and 45mm
Centerline of the Railina
5\ - Too rail dimension of Handrail Angle 65x50x6
6) Para 3.5.3, 3) Height of handrail when ladder 1625 mm
terminates on a raised landing
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3.5.4 Working Space and Access

3.5.4.1 Workspace

1) In offshore environments, furnish workspaces with appropriate protection against sea

spray/rain on equipment that may cause hazard to personnel during operational or
maintenance tasks.

2) Provide adequate workspace for the use and placement of tools, and for placing
spare parts and components of equipment in the work area during their repair I
replacement.
To establish workspace requirements, consider the following:
Number of personnel required to do the work
Equipment requirements (including maintenance instructions, check sheets, log
books and other documentation that may be referred to), and
Body positions they may need to adopt.
3) Choose access apertures to their type, size, and shape includes consideration of the
type of clothing and PPE that will be worn by personnel. Dimensions for typical work
positions are presented in Figure 12 and Table 2.
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Figure 12 Workspace Dimensions

(Based on American Society for Testing Materials (ASTM) 1988)
B 0

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Table 2 : Mobile Workspace Dimensions

(Based on American Society for Testing Materials (ASTM) 1988)

Workspace Area Minimum Preferred

In. mm In. mm
Standing Work Space
A. Height 75 1905 (' 79 l ( 2000J
B. Width 28 710 31 785
Catwalk Dimension
C. Height 75 1905 78 1981
D. Shoulder width 22 560 24 610
E. Walking width - 12 305 15 380
Vertical Entry Hatchl:!J
F. Square 18 459 22 560
Round - 22 560 24 610
Horizontal Entry Hatch~
G1. Shoulder Width 21 535 24 610
G2. Height 15 380 20 510
Crawl Through Pipe
H. Round or square 25 635 30 760
Supine Work Space•
I. Height 20 510 24 610
J. Length 74 1860 76 1910
Squatting Work Space•
K. Height 48 1220 - -
L. Depth 30 762 36 910
M. Depth 26 660 40 1020
*Kneeling Work Space
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N. Depth 30 762 48 1220
0. Height 54 1372 - -
p. Optimum Work Point - - 27 685
*Crawling Space
Q. Height 31 785 36 910
R. Length 60 1500 - -
*Prone Work or Crawl Space
S. Height 17 430 20 510
T. Length 113 2850 - -
'' Notes:
(1) These dimensions do not allow for any breathing apparatus to be worn. To cater for
breathing equipment such as an air pack, add an allowance of 280 mm (11 in.).
• Use dimension D shoulder width plus 100 mm (4 in.) either side for workspace width .

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3.5.4.2 Access
1) Where possible, specify equipment to have a small number of large fasteners rather
than a large number of small fasteners.
2) Where possible, position equipment within the horizontal reach distance without the
need for leaning onto equipment,
a) 410 mm (16.1 in.) for forward reach with both hands.
b) 450 mm (17.7 in.) for forward reach with one hand
3) Vertical access dimensions for reaching an item from underneath are as follows:
Note: All figures allow for gripping of item.
a) Maximum overhead grip reach (standing)= 1819 mm (71.6 in.)
b) Maximum overhead grip reach (kneeling)= 1235 mm (48.6 in.)
c) Maximum overhead grip reach from lying = 622 mm (24.5 in.) with face upward
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4) Visual access to displays and instrumentation is given by 3.6.3.2 (1). lf-di-sp-1-ay-s--a~r~~
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5) Provide adequate spacing around components (e.g., bolts, electrical connectors,
etc.) to take into account the need for personnel to wear gloves or use tools. The
following spaces are recommended:
a) Push button access:
• Bare Hand: 32 mm (1.25 in.) dia
• Gloved Hand: 38 mm (1.5 in.) dia
b) Two finger twist access:
• Bare Hand: Object diameter plus 50 mm (2.0 in.).
• Gloved Hand: Object diameter plus 65 mm (2.5 in.)
• Mittened Hand: Object diameter plus at least 75 mm (3 in.)
6) Recommended minimum dimensions for arm and hand access are provided in
Tables 4, 5, and 6.

Table 4 Minimum Aperture Dimensions for Arm Access

Reaching full arm's length (to shoulders) with both arms:
Light-clothing: Width: 500 mm (19.5 in.)
Heiaht: 125 mm (5 in. l
Arm to elbow:
Liaht-clothina: 110 mm x 120 mm (4.3 in. x 4.7 in.l or 140 mm (5.5 in.l dia
Arm to shoulder:
Liaht-clothina: 150 mm (6.0 in. l sa or dia
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Table 5 Access Opening Dimensions

(Adapted from Woodson, Tillman and Tillman 1992)

1. Using a common
screwdriver with freedom to
turn the hand through 180
degrees

2. Using pliers and similar

tools that require gripping

3. Using a T-handle wrench

with freedom to turn the tool
and hand 180 degrees

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4. Using an open-end or box-
end wrench with freedom to - ------, :t.
turn the wrench through at i./ \ J B.Oln.

least 60 degrees /
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~I 10.Bln. ~
71 (21Dmm)

5. Grasping and manipulating

small objects (up to 57 mm
(2\ in.) wide) with one hand.
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6. Grasping large objects with

one hand.

7. Grasping large objects with

two hands, with the hands
extended through the opening
up to the length of the fingers

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8. Grasping large objects with
two hands, with the arms
extended through the opening.

9. One empty hand (flat) up to

wrist (bare hand/light gloves).

10. One empty hand

(clenched) up to wrist (bare
hand/light gloves).
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Table 6 Access Aperture Covers

(Adapted from Woodson, Tillman and Tillman 1992)

Best - No cover
Use whenever possible.

Permanent glass or plastic cover

Use where only visual inspection is
required.

Hinged or sliding cover

Use where physical access is required and
where dirt and moisture could be a
problem.

Captive quick-opening fasteners

Use when space prevents use of hinged
cover.

Screwed-down cover
Use only when stress or pressurization
requires; minimize number of screws.

7) Set 'the maximum horizontal reach from a ladder's centerline to any object at 888
mm (35 in.). If work task requires two hands, a vertical ladder is not recommended.
The worksite should be provided with a platform.
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3.5.5 Deck Surfaces: Slip and Trip Hazards

1) Provide non-slip finishes or surface coatings on deck surfaces which will maintain the
coating's non-slip properties in the environmental conditions to which it is exposed
(e.g., rain, sea water, high temperatures, etc.).

2) Design decks with appropriate camber and drainage points to prevent retention of
surface water.

3) Where deck surfaces are expected to be slippery (due to water, oil, etc.), provide
additional measures (e.g., use of handrails, roughen floor surface, attach non-slip
nets, etc.) to reduce the likelihood of slips.

4) Where there are steps, provide clear indication of the change in elevation (e.g.,
alternate black and yellow stripes painted on the edge of the steps). Make the
proportion of the brighter color (e.g. yellow) at least 50 percent of the warning area.
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3.6 Equipment

This section discusses Human Factors considerations in enhancing the operability and
maintainability of the equipment in a facility. It includes sections on:
1) Compressors
2) Pumps
3) Local Instruments
4) Pipework and Valves
5) Offshore Cranes
6) Pig Launchers and Receivers
7) Helidecks

3.6.1 Large Rotating Machinery

This section applies to compressors, gas turbines, expanders, electric generators, large
motors, gears, and some pumps.

3.6.1.1 Moving to and Workspace around Compressor Location

1) Provide access to and workspace around the compressor in accordance with Section
3.5.
2) If the compressor is housed or enclosed, ensure compressor housing or enclosure
can be opened from the inside even it is locked from the outside.
3) Ensure that the layout of auxiliary equipment, valves, controls and displays for
parallel units, such as spare pumps, is identical in relation to the equipment
controlled. Avoid mirror image layouts. The COMPANY must approve all mirror
image layouts ..

3.6.1.2 Displays and Controls

1) Locate local instruments associated with the equipment in accordance with Section
3.6.3 later in this section.
2) If the compressor is housed or enclosed, locate instrumentation/associated
equipment requiring frequent monitoring or inspection while the compressor is
running outside the compressor housing or enclosure (if possible). Ensure that the
displays are large enough and positioned to be viewable from outside the housing or
enclosure (this would also require suitable and sufficient window access and lighting)
or are positioned I relayed outside the housing or enclosure.
3) Place emergency shutdown buttons in a visible location, close to the main work
position, suitably color-coded and guarded, and with additional buttons next to each
exit route out of the compressor housing.
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3.6.1.3 Manual Handling

1) Provide access to the compressor by overhead crane, local permanent hoist, or
lifting beam plus portable crane, forklift truck, or trolley.
2) Design the equipment so that it can be sub-divided into smaller sub-units to facilitate
removal, repair, or replacement of the sub-units.
3) Clearly document the weights of all sub-units and components in the information
material supplied by the contractor with the equipment. Provide signs or labels on or
adjacent to the equipment to inform operators where this weight information can be
found. Where practical, clearly label the sections or sub-units of the equipment and
its associated components with their weights.
4) Provide sufficient access to the equipment so one person in a neutral position can lift
those pieces of equipment weighing up to 23 Kg (51 lb.). For lifts up to 23 Kg (51 lb.)
in a non-neutral position or for lifts greater than 23 Kg (51 lb.), provide sufficient
access for two people or provide lifting assist equipment. In particular, provide lifting
eyes for equipment weighing more than 68 Kg (150 lb.) with a minimum of 100 mm
(4 in.) of space around the eye. Care should be taken to ensure that the lifting eyes
are correctly located with regard to the center of gravity of the item.
5) Identify and clearly label lifting limits on hoists, booms, and beams.
6) Clearly identify lifting zones and laydown areas by use of floor markings.

3.6.1.4 Status Identification

1) Use two highly visible flashing beacon visual alarm signals for evacuation I major
incident alert inside compressor housings or enclosures. (Place one on each side of
the compressor in order to attract attention if work is taking place inside the housing
while the compressor is running).
2) Provide alarms on the outside of compressor housing or enclosure to alert the
operator to critical changes in the compressor or associated equipment status.

3.6.1.5 Communication
1) Provide communications to the compressor area in accordance with Section 3.9.
2) Ensure loudspeaker coverage reaches the area where a compressor housing or
enclosure is located. (If the visual alarm is seen in the housing, then the worker can
leave the housing and immediately hear the message.)

3.6.1.6 Environmental Conditions

1) Provide lighting to the compressor area in accordance with Section 3.7.
2) Provide non-slip flooring.
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3.6.2 Pumps, Drivers and General Purpose Rotating Equipment

3.6.2.1 Moving to and Work Space around Pump Location

1) Provide access to the pump in accordance with Section 3.5.
2) If a pump needs to be located in a pit, then provide stair-ladder access rather than
ladder access. Ensure stair-ladder dimensions are in accordance with Figure 6 (see
Section 3.5.2) and are equipped with flat treads and handrails.
3) Provide adequate drainage and non-slip floor surfaces.

3.6.2.2 Access
1) If practical, position small pumps (typically reciprocating pumps, gear pumps,
chemical injection pumps, etc.) on a raised platform with access from all sides to
avoid having to maintain the pump while crouching at floor level. Factors to consider
in determining if placing a pump on a raised platform is practical include the need to
provide a rigid support structure for the pump and the desire to keep pump piping
and valving at a reasonable height for operations and maintenance.
2) Label access covers to advise of any hazards beyond them.
3) Ensure associated pressure gauges can be seen from the work position required to
open up the pump or access the lubrication and test points.

3.6.2.3 Displays and Controls

1) Ensure that displays associated with the pump's pressure, temperature, and flow can
be accurately read from the access gangway. If located below 1220 mm (48 in.),
then angle display to face upwards 45 degrees.
2) Place emergency stop for the pumps in a visible and accessible location close to the
gangway.

3.6.2.4 Manual Handling

1) Provide access to the pump by overhead crane, local permanent hoist, or lifting
beam plus portable crane, forklift truck, or trolley.
2) Design the equipment so that it can be sub-divided into smaller sub-units to facilitate
removal, repair, or replacement of the sub-units.
3) Clearly document the weights of all sub-units and components in the information
material supplied by the contractor with the equipment. Provide signs or labels on or
adjacent to the equipment to inform operators where this weight information can be
foun·d. Where practical, clearly label the sections or sub-units of the equipment and
its associated components with their weights.
4) Provide lifting eyes for equipment weighing more than 68 Kg (150 lb.) with a
minimum of 100 mm (4 in.) of space around the eye. Care should be taken to
ensure that the lifting eyes are correctly located with regard to the center of gravity of
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the item.
5) Identify and clearly label lifting limits on hoists, booms, and beams.
6) Clearly identify lifting zones and lay-down areas by use of floor markings.
7) Where the load on the lifting system is a function of boom extension, boom angle
and load on the cable, provide a display for the operator that illustrates the resulting
load on the hydraulic ram that operates the boom.

3.6.2.5 Status Identification and Diagnosis

1) Ensure auditory alarms used in the vicinity of pumps are loud enough to be heard
without being startling: frequency between 500 and 3000 Hz and 10 dBA above
ambient background noise level (measured when pumps are running).
2) In especially high noise areas, supplement auditory alarms for evacuation with a
flashing beacon.

3.6.2.6 Environmental Considerations

1) Provide lighting to the pump area in accordance with Section 3.7.
2) Consider providing temporary lighting points for use during maintenance work; extra
lighting may be required even during daylight hours for some repair tasks (above 100
foot-candles [1000 lux]).
3) Where appropriate mount I install pump on vibration isolation or dampers to avoid
vibration-induced injury to personnel and operational problems.
4) Consider the effect of wind, rain, snow, and ice formation on pump maintenance.
Wind shielding may be a necessity if the pump is located in an exposed location.
5) If gases can collect in the pump area, e.g., if the pump is located in a pit, then ensure
gas detectors are installed with a local alarm.

3.6.3 Local Instruments

3.6.3.1 Moving to and Work Space around the Local Instrument Locations
1) Provide access to and workspace around local instruments in accordance with
Section 3.5.
2) Ensure that clearance is provided both above and below control valves and that this
is sufficient to include access by mobile equipment in order to facilitate maintenance
tasks.
3) Provide adequate clearance and access to enable rodding of instrument taps.
4) Locate instruments so that they are visible from the normal work position without
needing to stand on other items of equipment, components, pipe-work, cable trays,
handrails, etc. Figure 13 and Figure 14 indicate vertical and horizontal visual limit
angles.
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Figure 13 Vertical Viewing Angles

"- ...., 15 Normal line of sight

\ -, 30 Downward limit of comfort zone

(optimum eye rotation)
40 Limit of color discrimination
70 Limit of visual field

Figure 14 Horizontal Viewing Angles

15 Optimum head and eye rotation

35,,Maximum eye rotation
,
1
,,
1 60 Maximum head rotation

,
/ ..................···
1
1
... , /...... 95 Maximum head and eye rotation

3.6.3.2 Displays and Controls

1) Locate important displays, those requiring precise, frequent, or emergency use, at a
height of between 1130 mm (44.5 in.) and 1700 mm (67 in.) above the standing
surface.
2) Locate important controls, those requiring precise movements or emergency
operation at a height of between 898 mm (35.4 in.) and 1266 mm (49.8 in) above the
standing surface.

3.6.3.3 Environmental Considerations

1) Provide lighting to the local instruments in accordance with Section 3. 7. Consider
the need for additional lighting to support the maintenance of instruments requiring a
fine level of detail.
2) Avoid positioning instruments needing a high level of human interaction in wind raps
and down drafts; if this is not possible, then provide wind breaks and shielding walls.
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7
Figure 15 Positioning Displays and Controls

2030 80
Gross Displays
1790 - 2030 mm
(70.5 - 80 in.)
1780 70
Precise Dlsplays
precision reading
required **Gross Controls
1525 60 frequently used 1333 -1650 mm
emergency (52 - 65 in.)
1189-1790 mm
1270 50 (46.8 - 70.5 in.)
- - 1 - - - - - - - - - - i - - • Precision Controls
945 -1333 mm
1015 40 Gross Displays
(37 -52 in.)
status light
low accuracy displays
510-1189 mm **Gross Controls
765 30
(20 - 46.8 in.) 510 - 945 mm
(20 -37 in.)

510 20

255 10 No controls and displays below 510 mm (201n.)

0 0

mm inches

Clearance
Minimum= 26 in (710 mm)
Preferred= 36 in (915 mm)

Precision Controls are frequently used controls that require accurate & specific settings such as, rotary selector
switches and thumbwheels.
Gross controls are less frequently used controls that do not require accurate, specific settings or where the
control can only be set in a small number of discrete settings (i.e., on/off pushbuttons, lever controls, and
slide switches).

3) Provide higher than normal luminance, ensure high levels of contrast and increased
thickness of displayed numbers for instruments located in vibration areas

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3.6.4 Pipe-work and Valve~

Valve Design, Access, Location, Orientation and Clearance

3.6.4.1 Valve Design

1) Do not require a force greater than 352 N (80 !bf) for the manual operation of valve
handwheels, manual gear operators, levers, or chain operators.
2) Replace frequent operating valves, including gear operators, that require a force
greater than 352 N (80 !bf) to turn or that require more than 40 turns from fully open
to fully closed position, with motor-, air., or hydraulically·operated valves or modify
valve actuators so they can be operated with powered, valve-turning equipment.
Definition of frequent operation is indicated in Section 4.15.h.
3) Select and install valves and gear operators so flow increases when the actuator is
turned counter-clockwise, moved from left to right, front to back, or upwards.

3.6.4.2 Valve Acces0

1) Locate valves so operators do not have to stand on equipment, handrails or pipe

work to access them. Install handholds and toeholds, as necessary, to assist
workers to climb to valves.
2) Ensure that gangways to the location of large valves in large diameter pipe-work are
sufficiently wide to move the valves to and from the location - 102 mm (4 in.)
required either side of equipment or trolley.
3) Avoid ladders for vertical access when equipment will need to be carried to the
location - use stairs, or stair-ladders.
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5) Provide~~mm (15 i12;Vradial clear space around valve bonnets~ ·

6) ~ Ensure that Motor O erated Valves (MOVs) are accessible for operations and
instrument and electrical maintenance rom grade or platform.
7) Set maximum reach to a valve from a ladder according to para 3.5.4.2 6)
8) Moun ball valve handles o they move toward or away from the ladder user's body,
rrntparal!e to I .
9) Control valve access is specified in Guideline QGX/20/00/IN/TS/NA/003
"INSTRUMENTATION-CONTROL VALVES"
10) Provide permanent access at grade or from a platform for all Category I valves.
Ladder access to the platform is acceptable as long as no tools or SCBA have to be
transported to the valve - otherwise provide stair or stair-ladder access

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bonnets.
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11) Provide permanent access or purpose built standing surfaces for all Category II
valves as long as the costs can be justified. Vertical ladders and small standing
surfaces are acceptable as long as no tools or SCBA have to be transported to the
valve - otherwise provide stair or stair-ladder access.

3.6.4.3 Valve Location and Orientation

1) Set center of valve handwheel or handle to the following heights above grade or
platform:
Vertical stem valves (refer to Figure 16)
• Use the "first choice" location for:
Category I or II valves, or when
Valve requires forces over 264 N (60 lbf) to open or close
• Use the "second choice" location for all other valves
• Use the "third choice" location if the first two cannot be met
• Avoid placing valves above the shoulder
Horizontal stem valves (refer to Figure 17)
• Use the "first choice" location for
Category I or II valves, or when
Valve requires forces over 308 N (70 lbf) to open or close
• Use the "second choice" for all other valves
• Use the "third choice" location if the first two cannot be met
• Avoid placing valves below the knee (with the exception of low-point drains)
Angled stem valves (refer to Figure 18)
Angle all stems toward the shoulder:
• Use the "first choice" location for:
Category I and II valves, or when
Valve requires forces over 308 N (70 lbf) to open or close
• Use the "second choice" location for all other valves
• Avoid placing valves in "third choice" location. If used, install a step-up
2) Limit horizontal reach to valve actuators to between 180 mm (7 inches) and 400 mm
(16 in.).
3) Position emergency block valves (EBVs) that require manual or local actuation at a
horizontal distance of at least 12 m (40 ft.) from the equipment being protected.
4) Locate the actuator buttons for remotely-operated EBVs at a horizontal distance of at
least 12 m (40 ft.) from the equipment being protected.
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5) Locate valves so valve position can be determined visually from surveillance

gangways and corridors in both daytime and nighttime conditions.

3.6.4.4 Valve Clearance

1) Set minimum overhead clearance of valve handwheels at '2000 ;;;m {79 in.i)<B>
2) Locate valve handwheels/handles so they don't protrude into walkways, accessways,
or passageways and infringe on their minimum widths.
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3) Set the clear width of ~ms or walkway to valves a 760 m 30 in.) for
operation an~~or maintenance.(re er to Engineering Not~~
4) Locate chain operators, where permitted, so they do not block accessways.
5) Set minimum clearance between valve handwheels and adjacent handwheels,
equipment and structures to 75 mm (3 in.).
6) Set minimum clearance between the back of the handwheel and equipment,
structures, and line insulation to 50 mm (2 in.).
7) Set minimum clearance between the handles of ball and plug-type valves to 75 mm
(3 in.) for all handle orientations.
8) Provide additional clearance, as necessary, for wrench-assisted operation of valve
handwheels and handles of ball-and-plug type valves.
9) Set minimum clearance between low-point drains and grade at 150 mm (6 in.).

3.6.4.5 Valve Operation

1) Support powered, valve-turning equipment weighing more than 2.7 Kg (6 lb} to

reduce the stress to the upper body or equip it with a tool balancer.
2) Provide access to and workspace around the pipe-work and valves in accordance
with Section 3.5.
3) Establish how frequently each valve and pipeline section will require operation -r ·
maintenance and which may require rapid access. Ensure that these are given
priority when establishing their location.
4) Ensure there is sufficient, unobstructed workspace for valve operation and to the
side(s) of the valve requiring access for maintenance, valve removal, and inspection
for corrosion and leaks.
5) Avoid the use of buried or pit located valves. If these cannot be avoided then ensure
the hand-wheel is within 300 mm (12 in.) of the standing surface.
6) Include a minimum clearance between adjacent valves and equipment of 800 mm
(32 in.) or preferably 1500 mm (60 in.). This space should be increased if it is
anticipated that wrench assistance will be needed to seat I unseat or operate a valve.
Additional clearance will be needed if it is anticipated that PPE and/or cold weather
clothing will be worn.
7) It should be possible to visually determine valve position from normal
gangways/corridors. Figure 16 and Figure 17 within this section indicate vertical and
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horizontal visual limit angles.

8) Chain operator design and operation is specified in Section 4.5.3 of Guideline
QGX/20/00/MP/DB/NA/001"PIPING GENERAL DESIGN".

Not Acceptable

Second Choice

First Choice

90 mm (23.2 in)

Third Choice

Figure 16 Recommended Mounting Heights of Vertical Stem Valves

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Third Choice

_ _ _ 1207 mm (47.5 in)

First Choice

i---- 998 mm (39.3 in)

Second Choice

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Not Acceptable

Figure 17 Recommended Mounting Heights of Horizontal Stem Valves

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Angle from 9
Horizontal

01ce requires step up

1819 mm (71.6 in)

Second Choice

1207 mm (47.5 in)

Minimum
Head
First Choice Clearance
1956 mm
(77 in)

590 mm (23.2 in)

Second Choice

Figure 18 Recommended Mounting Heights of Valves with Angled Stems

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Provide the following minimum maintenance access space to line flanges and valve bonnets
for operators and for the use of tools (not applicable to lines in pipe racks)

Horizontal lines

Line Diameter Minimum spacing (outside of flange

to nearest obstruction)

1 </= 2-inch 150mm (one side)

2 3-4 inch 200mm (one side)

3 6-8 inch 375mm (one side) .

4 >/= 10 inch BOOmm (both sides)

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For horizontal lines less than 10-inches in diameter, access to one side will be a minimum of
800mm while minimum access space to the other side is given above. For vertical
lines, access space to one side will be a minimum of 800mm, while minimum access
space to the other side is given above. Maximum distance required between all
adjacent flanges for vertical lines is 375mm.

The principal is that the valve or flange needs to be accessed from one side only. The
narrower dimension is only to provide space for the use of tools. When two lines of
different diameters are adjacent, the spacing for the larger diameter line will apply.

Foe~'"''"""'· "P to 8-looh~ th• mlolm"m ·~~''"'re •roood "''" ;, '""" •b~J
For 10-inch valves and larger. At least 375mm access space is required to bonnet
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3.6.4.6 Controls and Displays

1) Ensure that valve stations for similar purposes have the same arrangement and
appearance, while those with different purposes have different layouts and
appearances.
2) Place manually operated valves and associated local displays so that the operator
can view the affected equipment and monitor the result of control actions.
3) Ensure that for manual operation of valves there is adequate feedback to the
operator that the valve itself has been activated and that there is indication of the
current valve status (fully closed, fully open, and partially open).
4) Use valves of a different design and/or color for different utilities and in particular
ensure that ESD valve hand-wheels are a specific style and color, different from all
other valves.
5) Ensure that to operate an ESD valve, a double action is required: arm/release and
then implement (i.e., actuate and confirm).

3.6.4. 7 Manual Handling

1) Provide hoists, permanent lifting equipment, such as lifting beams, or access by
overhead cranes to remove large valves and pipe-work.
2) Clearly label large valves and valve sections with their weight.
3) Provide adequate lay-down areas for large valves and pipeline sections and clearly
define lifting zones and lay-down areas with floor markings.

3.6.4.8 Labeling
1) Provide permanent unique identification tags for every valve, ensuring primary valve
identification can be read from normal walkways. See Section 3.4.
2) Clearly mark three-way valves to indicate inlet/outlet connections and flow
proportioning as a function of stem position (Guideline QGX/20/00/IN/TS/NA/003
"INSTRUMENTATION-CONTROL VALVES").
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3.6.4.9 Environmental Consideration

1) Provide lighting to the local instruments in accordance with Section 3.7. Provide
adequate lighting levels in the vicinity of all valves, particularly for those that are
positioned at the edge of reach envelopes, are close to large items that could
overshadow them, or are within equipment housings. Consider the need to
supplement lighting to above 105 lux (10 foot candles) to assist maintenance tasks
on some valves.
2) If temperatures could exceed 29 °C (85 °F) during valve maintenance tasks, then air
conditioning or fans should be provided.
3) If the temperatures could fall below 16 °C (60 °F), then design to accommodate cold
weather clothing and provide for drying of equipment returning from workshops.
Provide the capability to use portable radiant heaters without interfering with the
space required for maintenance tasks.
4) Strong winds can have significant impact on valve maintenance and also the
operation of handwheels requiring several turns. Provide windbreaks or other shelter
and try to avoid locating equipment in wind traps and down drafts, etc.
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3.7 Working Environment

1) This chapter identifies the minimum requirements for working environment to ensure
the comfort and enhance the effectiveness of operating and maintenance staff. It
includes Sections on:
a) Lighting
b) Thermal Environment
c) Vibration Reduction and Control
d) Noise Reduction and Control
e) Ventilation
f) · Weather Protection

3.7.1 Lighting
1) Supplement general lighting systems with local special-purpose lighting to increase
illumination above 1000 lux (93 foot candles) for difficult inspection, repair, and
document-reading tasks.
2) Locate lights for re~~~~-~oo;~~~
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3) Ensure that any direct light source is at least 1O degrees outside the operator's field
of view.
4) Minimize the potential for self-reflection by careful orientation of displays with respect
to the observer.
5) Avoid optical distortion from glass cover plates by using flat glass covers rather than
dome glass covers.
6) Cover large surface areas with non-saturated colors such as tints, pastels, and warm
grays that are non-glossy.
7) Minimize glare and reflections through the design approaches provided in Table 7.
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Table 7 Methods of Controlling Glare

To Control Direct Glare To Control Indirect Glare
Neilina Reflections and Reflected Glare)
Position light sources and lighting units Use light sources with diffusing or
as far from the person's line of sight as polarizing lenses.
possible. Use surfaces that diffuse light such as
Use several low-intensity light sources flat paint, non-gloss paper, and textured
instead of one bright one. surfaces.
Use light sources with louvers or Change the orientation of a workplace,
prismatic lenses. task, viewing angle, or viewing direction
Use indirect lighting. until maximum visibility is achieved.
Use light shields, hoods, and visors at Eliminate extreme glare hazards such
the workplace if other methods are as brightly polished bezels, glossy
impractical. enamel finishes, and highly reflective
covers.
Note: Copyright© 1985. Electric Power Research Institute. EPRI NP-4350. Human
Engineering Desian Guidelines for Maintainability. Reprinted with Permission.

3.7.2 Thermal Environment

3.7.2.1 Temperature

1) During outdoor work, strong winds pose particular problems for work at heights,
manual handling, and maintenance work. Check for wind traps and down drafts.
Avoid locating equipment that will need a high level of human interaction in these
positions, or provide windbreaks and shielding walls.

3.7.2.2 Humidity
1) Control humidity in accordance with Guideline QGX/20/42/HV/DB/NA/001 ~·- ·
Design and Engineering of HVAC System Design Basis".

3.7.3 Vibration Reduction and Control

1) Consider the following compensatory measures to maintain legibility of displays in

the presence of vibration:
a) A high luminance of display to increase contrast beyond the normal level.
b) A stroke width in the direction of the vibration between 5 percent and 7 percent of
the height of the displayed numbers.
2) Pumps and compressors are a major source of vibration; where possible, consider
the following measures:
a) Mount and install machines on vibration isolation or dampers.
b) Use flexible pipe-work when connecting to equipment subject to vibration.
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3.7.4 Noise Reduction and Control

1) Control noise levels in accordance with Guideline QGX/20/00/ME/TS/NA/701,

"Specification for Plant Noise Control''.
2) Reverberation times should be between 0.5 seconds and 12.0 seconds to prevent
echoes or sound muffling within the control rooms.

3. 7.5 Ventilation
1) Control ventilation in accordance with Guideline QGX/20/42/HV/DB/NA/001 "Design
and Engineering of HVAC System Design Basis''.

3.7.6 Weather Protection

3.7.6.1 Protection from Adverse Weather

1) Early design decisions shall take into account weather protection considerations for
personnel related to:
a) Platform I vessel orientation
b) Explosion protection
c) Module layout
d) Weather cladding (in particular with respect to requirements for minimum air
changes per hour in a module)
2) Locations where task performance may be degraded by exposure to adverse
weather should be identified, and this information should be included in the decision
process on providing and positioning weather protection.
3) For equipment needing a high level of human intervention, avoid placement where
wind traps or downdrafts are likely to occur, or provide wind breaks /shielding walls.
4) In high temperature areas, adequate ventilation should be provided to maintain a- .
temperature below 32 °C (90 °F) where physical work is regularly performed.
5) In high temperature areas, provide space and utilities for temporary ventilation during
non-routine work.
6) Provide shelter from the elements at muster points and lifeboat embarkation areas .
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3.8 Evacuation and Escape

This section identifies the minimum requirements for evacuation and escape from facilities
primarily on offshore platforms although much of the information is applicable to facilities in
general.

3.8.1 Evacuation and Escape

3.8.1.1 Alarm Systems

1) Whenever possible, use audible alarms, rather than visible alarms, to alert personnel
to muster.
2) Set audible alarms to deliver an output level of 1O dBA, and preferably 20 dBA above
ambient noise levels during normal operations
3) Provide a signal to noise ratio of at least 20 dBA in at least one, and preferably three,
la octave bands between 200 and 5000 Hz at the operating position of the intended
receiver.
3) Adjust the sound pressure level of audible alarms In accommodation modules to at
least 75 dBA at a distance of 1000 mm (40 in.) from the source to sleeping
personnel.
4) Set the alarm frequency between 500 Hz and 5000 Hz.
5) Do not permit alarms to generate a startling reaction. In the first 0.2 seconds of a
signal, avoid having abruptly rising waveforms, square topped waveforms, or
maximum sound level. As general guidance, a startled reaction may be expected if
the sound level rises by more than 30 dBA in 0.5 seconds.
6) Design the General Alarm and the All Clear Signal to be distinct from each other and
from all other alarms.
7) Make public address announcements audible over the alarm. The use of the public- ·
address could temporarily override the GPA signal. The alarm tone will stop while the
announcement is transmitted and return when the speech ends.
8) Do not design the public address system so the public address announcement is
distorted through reverberation or interference.
9) Provide visual alarms in noisy areas where an audible alarm may not be heard.
Provide visual alarms to supplement audible alarms throughout the facility since
noise levels during an alert may be higher than for normal operations.
10) Set the flash rate of visual alarms to between 3 to 5 flashes per second with equal
intervals of light and dark between the signals. Set the luminance of the visual alarm
lightto be at least a 10 percent greater than the luminance level in the surrounding
area.
11) Use only a single flashing pattern for a visual alarm.
12) Place visual alarms away from bright light sources that may mask the signal.

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3.8.1.2 Evacuation Routes

1) Provide areas over 5 m (16 ft.) long with at least two exits leading to evacuation
routes.
2) Design the primary evacuation route clear passage width (exclusive of handrails, wall
mounted equipment, etc. to be at least 1525 mm (60 in.). Maintain this dimension
for any stairways in the evacuation route. Make the height at least~~~n.~
3) Design the evacuation routes to be as direct as possible, avoiding frequent changes
of direction and the need to repeatedly ascend and descend deck levels. Where
changes in deck level are required, use stairs or ramps rather than ladders.

3.8.1.3 Door Systems and Hatches

1) Design doors to open in the direction of personnel movement in an emergency. Do
not use sliding doors for exit doors.
2) Design emergency doors, hatches, and kick panel exits to be:
Easy to operate
Directly accessible
Unobstructed
Easy to locate and operate in the dark
Quick opening (3 seconds or less)
Opened using a force of between 44 to 133 N (10 to 30 lb.)
3) Such exits shall pose no safety hazard to personnel, either of themselves or by their
operation.
4) Clearly mark emergency doors, hatches, and kick panel exits on both sides of the
door, hatch, or panel to prevent items being placed where they will obstruct operation
of the exit.
5) Provide airlock doors with a local alarm (to prompt users to close the door) if
pressurization is lost for a significant period of time.
6) Indicate the "Open" action for door and hatch handles.
7) Make the dimensions of escape hatches large enough to accommodate personnel
who might be wearing heavy clothing, breathing apparatus, life jackets, etc.
Minimum dimensions of hatches are:
a) For sideways access through rectangular aperture in a vertical surface:
- Light clothing: 660 mm high by 760 mm wide (26 in. high by 30 in. wide)
- Bulky clothing: 740 mm high by 860 mm wide (29 in. high by 34 in. wide)
b) For top and bottom access through a rectangular aperture in a horizontal
surface:
- Light clothing: 330 mm by 580 mm (13 in. by 23 in.)
- Bulky clothing: 410 mm by 690 mm (16 in. by 27 in)
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c) For circular apertures:

- Minimum diameter= 760 mm (30 in.)
8) Wherever possible, design vertical hatches to be opened with one hand .. However,
where this is not practicable, minimize the weight of the hatch cover . Maximum
weights for vertical escape hatch covers are:
a) One hand opening: weight less than 6.5 Kg (14.3 lb.)
b) Stooping: weight less than 6.5 Kg (14.3 lb.)
c) Standing, squatting, kneeling: weight less than 16 Kg (35.2 lb.)
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3.9 Other Equipment and Human Factors Areas

1) This section identifies the minimum requirements for enhancing the operability and
maintainability of auxiliary equipment in a facility. This section also covers other
areas that have special Human Factors considerations. It includes sections on:
a) Utilities/Services
b) Test Points
c) Cabling and Conductors
d) Communications
e) Overside and Suspended Work
f) Diving Operations

3.9.1 Utilities and Services

3.9.1.1 Access
1) Ensure services (electrical power, water, instrument air, etc.) are readily accessible.
Position services next to access routes and orient so that they can be easily reached
from local equipment.
2) Ensure that the positioning of service connections and inter-connections between
skids does not obstruct access to failed components and allows their removal if
necessary.
3) Ensure that there are electrical output sockets of the required voltage close to items
requiring maintenance.
4) Ensure service lines are easily distinguishable from each other and from the process
lines.

3.9.2 Test and Sample Points

1) Ensure test points and sample points are readily accessible. Test points should be
positioned on or behind equipment access points that should be easily reached or
readily operated when the equipment is fully assembled and installed.
2) Identify sample points with a permanent, corrosion-resistant tag securely fastened
(adhesive fastening is not acceptable). Include the following information on each
tag:
a) Unit name
b) Unit sample identification
c) Sample identification for accounting purposes
d) Physical state (liquid, vapor or solid)
e) Temperature
f) Pressure
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g) Warning signs should be posted if toxic substances are present

3) Provide access for test probes and tools without contacting adjacent equipment.
4) Locate test and sample points away from dangerous electrical, mechanical, or other
hazards. Provide a hand's width (115 mm (4.5 in.)) separation from the nearest
hazards, in addition to guards and shields to prevent injury.
5) Group test and sample points logically in a line or matrix reflecting the sequence of
tests to be made. Avoid locating a single test or service point in an isolated position
-- such points are the most likely to be overlooked or neglected.
6) Locate test and sample points and their associated labels so that they face the user
in their test position.
7) Locate test points used for adjusting a unit close to the related controls and displays.
8) Where items requiring frequent visual inspection (e.g., gauges, indicators, etc.) are
located inside an enclosure, design test points with windows to provide immediate
visual access.
9) Provide a minimum in-service illumination level of 215 lux (20 foot-candles) for
sampling facilities. If lighting is provided specifically for the sample point(s), provide
a local switch.
10) If it is necessary to lubricate equipment, group greasing or filling points together.

3.9.3 Cabling and Conductors

3.9.3.1 Labeling
1) Uniquely identify all replaceable wires and cables with distinct color or number
codes. Code color-coded wires over their entire length. Repeat number codes
regularly over the wire's entire length. See Section 3.4.
2) Label cables to indicate the equipment to which they belong and the connectors with
which they mate.

3.9.4 Communication Systems

3.9.4.1 System Requirements

1) Provide a sufficient number of communication channels to avoid excessive waiting
for a free channel.
2) Provide dedicated lines for frequent, lengthy, or emergency communications.
3) Provide portable systems as needed to supplement installed systems.
4) Where possible, select operators' microphones, headphones, and telephone
headsets to permit hands-free operation under normal working conditions.
5) Locate communication systems (e.g., telephones, radio units, etc.) so that the time
and effort required for access by personnel is not excessive and so that stations are
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6) Where communication requirements necessitate the use of several telephones and

radio units, determine their locations by operational priority. Where operators use
several telephone and radio units, consider color coding of handsets to facilitate
easy identification.
7) Design headphones and telephone headsets for maximum operator comfort. Do not
allow any metal parts of the headset to come in contact with the user's skin.
8) Ensure that personnel wearing protective clothing can still use the communication
systems.
9) Provide dual communication systems I electricity I power supplies to maintain
communication during emergencies (e.g., battery backup, loud hailers, separated
cabling ducts).

3.9.4.2 Speech Transmission and Reception Equipment

1) When selecting types of microphones consider the following factors:
a) Single versus multiple inputs
b) The mobility of the user
c) Physical constraints on the user (e.g., Hands not free to hold the microphone)
d) Ambient noise
e) Special user constraints (headgear, oxygen mask, etc.)
2) Design microphones, headphones, loudspeakers, and associated systems to
respond optimally to frequencies in the range 200 Hz to 6100 Hz. Where system
constraints necessitate speech-transmission bandwidths narrower than this, set the
minimum acceptable frequency range at 250 Hz to 400 Hz.
3) Ensure the dynamic range of a microphone used with a selected amplifier is great
enough to allow variations in signal input of at least 50 dBA.
4) In very loud, low frequency noise environments (100 dBA overall) utilize noise-
canceling microphones. Design the microphones to be capable of effecting an- ·
improvement of not less than 10 dB peak-speech to root-mean-square-noise ratio as
compared with non-noise canceling microphones.
5) Where personnel are working in high ambient noise (85 dBA or above), provide
binaural rather than monaural headsets. Where possible, wire binaural head sets so
that the sound reaches the two ears in opposing phases. Design the microphones
so that their attenuation qualities are capable of reducing the ambient noise level to
less than 85dBA.
6) If a console operator's hands are occupied so that they cannot pick up a
microphone, locate a fixed microphone as close to the user's mouth as practical.
7) When the user is in an intense noise field, place the microphone in a noise shield.
Design noise shields to meet the following requirements:
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a) A volume of at least 250 cm (15.25 in.3) to permit a pressure gradient
microphone to function normally
b) A good seal against the face with the pressure of a hand or the tension of the
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straps
c) A hole or combination of holes covering a total area of 65 mm 2 (0.1 in. 2) in the
shield to prevent pressure build up
d) Prevention of a standing wave pattern by shape, or by the use of sound
absorbing material
e) No impediment to voice effort, mouth or jaw movement, or breathing.
8) Where multiple channels feed into headphones, design the system to respond
uniformly over the frequency range 100 Hz to 4800 Hz
9) Provide accessible volume or gain controls for each communication-receiving
channel.
10) Where communication channels are to be continuously monitored, provide a means
to suppress channel noise during no-signal periods (e.g., squelch control).

3.9.4.3 Audibility and Recognition of Signals and Alarms

1) Ensure that the number, location, and amplitudes of PA system loudspeakers are
adequate to ensure the intelligibility of announcements throughout work spaces in all
potential noise conditions. Ensure that the resulting articulation index is 0. 7 or
greater.
2) In areas where the noise level varies by 20 dB or more, consider providing variable
loudspeaker amplitude and features that allow the volume setting to be monitored.
3) In noisy areas where the intelligibility of speech is low (e.g., where the articulation
index is less than 0. 7), provide peak clipping for PA systems with loudspeakers.
4) In containment and other large volume areas, provide sufficient numbers of
loudspeakers to avoid excessive echoing. Maximum speaker range in these
reverberant spaces should not exceed 15 m (50 ft.).
5) Where a single person uses loudspeakers, mount the loudspeakers directly in front
of the user and equipped them with a volume control and a jack box for use witfi-
headphones.
6) Where operators wear headphones covering both ears, present audible alarms in the
headset as well as in the work area.
7) Where audio alarms are intended to draw the operator's attention to a warning,
design the alarm signal so it's easily distinguished from routine signals and
communications.
8) Establish a message priority system so that critical messages override the
presentation of any other communications that are less important. If two or more
incidents occur simultaneously, give the message having the higher priority first.
9) Ensure that the number, location, and amplitudes of PA system loudspeakers are
adequate to maximize the intelligibility of announcements throughout work spaces in
all potential noise conditions. Ensure that the resulting articulation index is 0. 7 or
greater.
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3.9.5 Equipment and Piping Arrangement of Packaged Equipment

(Engineering Note;)

COMPANY and CTJV agreed that it is impractical to completely redesign standard

vendor design for Package Equipment as recorded in Record of Conversation for
QATARGAS 11 Development Project (Ref. No. QGX-RC-CY/QY/-00036).
COMPANY instructed CTJV that CTJV shall;
i. Confirm package location, orientation and elevation.
ii. Identify areas for maintenance and operation on the package unit,
then
iii. Secure the necessary access space for maintenance and operation to
the package as a design consideration for Human Factors on
package equipment.

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4.0 Definitions

4.1 A-weighted sound pressure level. Sound pressure measured in decibels that is
filtered according to a weighting curve that closely approximates the response
characteristics of the human ear.

4.2 Accessibility. The relative ease that a piece of equipment may be reached,
operated, monitored, or removed.

4.3 Air flow velocity. The flow rate of air in a specific direction in meters per second
(m/s) or feet per minute (ft./min).

4.4 Ambient lighting. Lighting designed to provide uniform illuminance throughout an

area.

4.5 Ambient noise. The loudness of the combination of sounds within a work area. It is
often used to determine the need for hearing protection or to calculate how loud
auditory displays need to be to be heard.

4.6 Annunciator. An illuminated display that is used to provide dichotomous (on-off)

status information about a piece of equipment. Annunciators are often used as
alarms to notify the operator of an equipment problem.

4. 7 Anthropometrv. The science that determines the body sizes and force capability of
populations. Anthropometric data are used to determine the proper size of
equipment and facilities that people use.

4.8 CAUTION sign. A sign installed where a hazard could result in minor injury to a
person, or minor damage to equipment, or cause a minor environmental pollution
incident

4.9 Character height. The distance between the top and the bottom of a capital letter.

4.10 Character stroke width. The width of the lines that make-up a character letter.

;,_: 4.11 Character width to height ratio. The relationship between the width and height of
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a complete alphanumeric character.

4.12 Clearance. The space provided between two items to permit people and equipment
to pass without touching the item. Clearance dimensions may relate to headroom,
shoulder room, or the width of passageways.
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4.13 Control. Any pushbutton, switch, knob, lever or other device that is operated by the
user to manipulate the system that he or she is changing.

4.14 Control panel. A mounting platform, usually a metal plate, for controls and displays
that are used to operate one or more pieces of equipment.

4.15 Category I - Accessible Valves. valves that are essential to maintain the integrity
of the unit where rapid and/or unobstructed access is essential. Platform is essential
and ladder access to the platform is recommended. Category I valves meet any of
the following:
1) Valves where the consequence of failure is serious - firewater isolation/deluge
valves
2) Valves that are operated in an emergency - emergency block valves, and
manually operated relief and depressuring valves
3) Valves that are essential to the facility for process control or safeguarding - pump
and ~essor suction and discharge valves and associated isolation valves,
PSV~ valves, manifold valves

4) Control va~s and their associated block and bypass valves

5) Frequently manually operated valves - valves that are operated and or
maintained more than three times per year
6) Battery limit valves
7) Motor operated valves
8) Other operated valves: valves that have the following combined characteristics:
• They are operating valves that require from fully open to fully closed position
a force greater than 352 N (80 lbf) to turn or that require more than 40 turns,
and
• They are operated or maintained more than three times a year. (See
Attachment-1)

In addition to being accessible, these valves shall be supplied with a gear so they
can be operated manually or with power valve-turning equipment.

Block valves,which comply with the force of 352 N and/or a m~~u~s of 40 ~

· from close to fully open and need operation or maintenance more than three times
a year, shall be provided with MOV actuator or with provisions to be operated with
power valve-turning equipment. Contractor shall identify these valves on P&ID. J
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For the list of valves to comply with this requirement, refer to attachment 1.

For large size isolation valves infrequently used such as during major maintenance
shutdown and requiring approximately 250 turns or more from fully open to fully
close and complying with the requirement of a force equal or less than 352 N to
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turn shall be s ecified with provisio s to be o erated with valve-turning equipment.

Contractor shall also identify these valves on P&I . ~

4.16 Category II - Non-Critical Valves. valves that are not critical to the integrity of the
unit, but are used during routine quality/environmental/maintenance activities.
Permanent access or purpose built standing surfaces must also be considered, but
the extra costs must be justifiable. Vertical ladders and small standing surfaces are
acceptable as long as no tools or SCBA have to be transported to the valve.
Examples of valves in this category include:

• Drain and vent valves

• Instrument or analyzer isolation valves
• Input and output isolation valves on filters

4.17 DANGER sign. A sign installed where a hazard could result in a serious injury or
death to a person, serious damage to vital equipment, or a major environmental
pollution incident.

4.18 Decibel. A unit of sound pressure level.

4.19 Display. Any meter, gauge, counter, alarm, sightglass or any other device or
situation that provide visual, auditory, tactile, olfactory (smell) information to the user
about the state of the system (facility or equipment) that he or she is operating or
exposed to.

4.20 Double-tier handrail. A handrail with two horizontal railings, spaced at about equal
intervals above the walking surface.

4.21 Escutcheon plate. A metal or plastic label plate that mounts behind a display or .
control. The plate is often shaped in the likeness of the equipment being displayed or
controlled.

4.22 ESD. Emergency shutdown.

4.23 Fixed ladder. A ladder that is permanently attached to a structure.

4.24 Foot-candle. A English unit of measure of illuminance.

4.25 Functional grouping. A cluster of displays and controls related to the same
function that have been bounded by lines or colors to set them apart from other
clusters.

4.26 Glare. Brightness within the visual field in excess of that to which the eyes have
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adjusted, which causes annoyance, discomfort, or loss of visual ability.

4.27 Handrail. A railing or pipe along a passageway or stair that serves to support or
guard.

4.28 Illumination level. Amount of light, measured in Lux or foot-candles, falling on an

object or surface. One foot-candle equals 10. 76 Lux.

4.29 Label. A placard that is used to identify displays, controls, plant equipment, wiring,
and piping.

4.30 Ladder safety cage. An enclosure mounted on the side rails of a fixed ladder or
fastened to the structure to enclose the climbing space in order to safeguard the
person climbing the ladder.

4.31 Legibility. The property of a character, word, or symbol that determines how well it
can be read and understood.

4.32 Line of site. A direct line from the eye of the observer to the object being observed.
Line of sight is used to determine whether an object can be seen from the observer's
position.

4.33 Luminance. The brightness of an object.

4.34 Lux. An International System of Units (SI) measure of illuminance.

4.35 Manway. A hole in the top or side of a tank or vessel through which a person can
enter.

4.36 Mirror image. A control panel where the controls and displays are laid-out as a
mirror image to another panel.

4.37 Optimal visual field. The field of vision that provides optimal vision performance.

4.38 Population stereotype. Expectation on the measuring of or operation of systems

that are distinct among a user population.

4.39 Reflectance. The ratio of the light falling on a surface (illuminance) to the
brightness (luminance) of the surface.

4.40 Relative humidity. The ratio of the amount of water vapor contained in the air to the
maximum amount of vapor that the air can hold at a given temperature before
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precipitation occurs.

4.41 Riser step height. The vertical distance between adjacent step surfaces.

4.42 Sign. A placard that is used to communicate instructions or information to a user.

4.43 Signal word. The word that is used on a hazard sign to identify the importance of
the message, e.g., "DANGER" or "CAUTION".

4.44 Single-tier handrail. A handrail with a single horizontal railing.

4.45 Symbol. A graphic or icon that represents an action, an object, or an instruction.

4.46 Task analysis. A formal analysis of a worker's task that is conducted by breaking
the job into its component parts or activities, then determining the human factors
issues involved with each activity.

4.47 Task lighting. Lighting that is intended to provide illumination to a specific work
area.

4.48 Toe wall. A raised border around a platform that prevents the feet of users from
contacting equipment or from kicking material off of the platform.

4.49 Tread depth. The horizontal distance of the stair tread measured from the front
edge of the tread to the vertical riser.

4.50 Valve force. The force required on the valve wheel or handle to operate the valve.

4.51 Video display unit (VDU). A device that displays visual information that an operator
uses to communicate with a computer.

4.52 Viewing distance. The distance from the eye to the top and bottom the object that
is being viewed.

4.53 Viewing angle. The angle formed at the eye to the top and bottom of the object
being viewed.

4.54 Workplace environment. The physical and environmental conditions of a work

area.
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5.0 Referenced Documents

5.1 HFES-Human Factors and Ergonomics Society

ANSI HFS 100 DRAFT: Human Factors Engineering of Computer Workstations

5.2 ISO-International Standards Organization

ISO 11064-1: Ergonomic Design of Control Centres - Part 1: Principles for
the Design of Control Centres
ISO 11064-2: Ergonomic Design of Control Centres - Part 2: Principles for
the Arrangement of Control Suites
ISO 11064-3: Ergonomic Design of Control Centres - Part 3: Control Room
Layout; Technical Corrigendum 1
ISO 11064-4: Ergonomic Design on Control Centres - Part 4: Workstation
Layout and Dimensions
ISO 11064-6: Ergonomic Design on Control Centres - Part 6: Environmental
Requirements for Control Rooms

5.3 NEMA-National Electrical Manufacturers Association

NEMA Z535.1: Safety Color Code
NEMA Z535.2: Environmental and Facility Safety Signs
NEMA Z535.3: Criteria for Safety Symbols
NEMA Z535.4: Product Safety Signs and Labels

5.4 NTS-Norsk Teknologisenter

NTS S-002: Working Environment

5.5 QATARGAS 11 LNG PROJECT DOCUMENTS

QGX/20/00/PR/DP/NA/001 "Overpressure Protection, Flare, and Vent Philosophy"

QGX/20/00/PR/DP/NA/002 "Emergency Depressuring and Slowdown Philosophy"
QGX/20/00/PR/DP/NA/003 "Emergency Shutdown and Isolation Philosophy"
QGX/20/00/PR/DP/NA/010 "Design Philosophy for Hazardous Spill Control"
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QGX/20/83/FF/DB/NA/001 "Fire Fighting System Design Basis"

QGX/201831FFIDBINA/002 "Fire and Gas Detection System Design Basis"
QGX/20IOOllNIDBINA/006 "Safety Requirement Specification"
QGX/201421HVIDBINA/001 "Design and Engineering of HVAC system Design
Basis"
QGXl20IOOIEUTSINA/004 "Specification for Electrical requirement for Building"
QGX/20IOOIME/TSINA/701 "Specification for Plant Noise Control"
QGX/20IOOIEUTSINA/001 "Common Requirement for Electrical Equipment"
QGX/201001MPIDBINA/001 "PIPING GENERAL DESIGN"
QGX/2010011N/TSINA/003 "INSTRUMENTATION-CONTROL VALVES"

5.6 Miscellaneous Text Books, Reports and Guidelines

ASM Consortium Guidelines, Effective Operator Display Design, Version 4.0, 19

June 2002, Honeywell Laboratories, 3660 Technology Drive, Minneapolis, MN,
55418
EEMUA Process Plant Control Desks utilizing Human Computer Interfaces, A Guide
to Design, Operational and Human Interface Issues, Publication No. 201, 2002,
London.
ABS (2003) "Guidance Notes of the Application of Ergonomics to Marine Systems."
American Bureau of Shipping, Houston, TX.
Jurgens, H. W., Aune, I.A. and Pieper, U. (1990) "International Data on
Anthropometry" Report #65, International Labor Office, Geneva.
Attwood, D.A., Deeb, J.M. and Danz-Reece, M.E. (2003) "Ergonomic Solutions for
the Process Industries" Gulf Professional Publishing (Elsevier), Burlington, MA.
Pheasant, S. (1994) "Body Space: Anthropometry, Ergonomics and the Design of
Work" Second Edition, Taylor and Francis, New York

The latest revision of applicable section of codes, standards, and the project specifications
listed above (including addenda, and documents incorporated by reference), shall be
considered an integral part of this specification. In case of conflict among references, the
more stringent requirement shall be applied unless otherwise agreed upon in writing by
COMPANY.
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Cliont: O•t.o' LI<1Uafiod On C<imp,onY Umlt.od (II)

QGX/20100/SA/DBJNA/001
Attachment-1 Frequent Operated Valve
During normal operation, filter shall be cleaned with certain Interval. Following table shows isolaUon valves for filters with operation frequency.
ln addition, the table shows a valve type for each lsofaUon valve considering the size and rating based on the criteria stated In section 4.15.B).

Equipment lsolallon Va!ve

Valve Operation Frequency Valve Type

>O: more than 3 timas I yaar >MN: Manual

EQUIPMENT NO. EQUIPMENT >X: less than 3 times or equal I year >MOV: Electric Moler
TYPE SERVICE >A: AlrMotor•1
(Traln-4) NO. (Optlon1)

[Noto!
•1: only provision for alr motor requlrt:!d
•2: valvo typo to bo confinned during EPC that
\um!ng forco and numbers or turning meot the
specification.

24-S0201 25-50201 Hcrlzcnl.el Foed Gas Fll\or Soparator 0 MOV

24-50202 25-50202 Cartrldgo Solvent Fllter 0 MN"2

24-S0203 25-50203 Vertical Cylindor Acilva\ed Carbon Fiiter 0 MN"2

24-50204 25-50204 Cartrldgo Activated Carbon Oullo\ Filler 0 MN"2

24-S0205 25-50205 Cartrldgo Solvont Make Up Filter x MN

Molecular Sieve Dryers Effluent
24-S0301 A/B 25-S0301 A/B Cartridge
Filter x A

24-50321 25-50321 Cartrldgo Lean Solvent Filter 0 MN"2

24-50322 25-50322 Cartrldgo Sump Drain Flller x MN

24-S0351 A/B 25-S0351 A/B Cartridge Mert:11ry Romoval Effluent Filters x A

24-S0701 A/B 25-S0701 A/B Vertical C3 Troator After Filtor x MN

24-S0702 A/B 25-S0702 A/B Vertical C4 Treater Arter Filtor x MN

24-S0901 25-S0901 Cartridge condensate Fiiter x MN

24-S0902 25-50902 Cartridge Solution Filter 0 MN"2

24-50903 25-S0903 Verllcal Acilvated Carbon Riter 0 MN"2

24-50904 25-50904 Cartrldgo Actlvatod Carbon Outlet Filter 0 MN"2

24-50905 25-50905 Carlrldgo Solvent Mako Up Filtor x MN

2Q.S3101 A/B Verllcal Slug Catcher F!lter 0 MOV

2Q.S3201 A/B Cartridge Mericat Oxidation Air Fiiter x MN

2Q.S3202 A/B Cartridge Merical Oxidation Air Filler x MN

20.S3203 A/B Cartridge Regen Oxidation Air Filter x MN

20.SP3203 A/B Profab. Piping Component Hydrocarbon Basket Stralnor 0 A

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2Q.SP3214 A/B Prof11b. Piping Component Aqueous basket Strainer x MN

2Q.SP3215 A/B Prof11b. Plpln[J Componont Frosh Caustic Basket Strainer x MN

2~P3219 Prof11b. Plpln[J Componont Sump Caustic Basket Strainer x MN

20-V3311 Pack.ega Wasto Water Filtration Pack.age 0 MOV or Automated valve

29-S9201 A/B Carbon Fiiier x MN

29-S9202 A/B Carbon Fiiter x MN

29-59203 A/B Cartrldgo Carbon Filtor Effiuont Fiiters x MN

29-59204 AIB Carbon Filtor Effiuont Rltors x MN

29-59401 A·Zlalb Cartridgo Seawater Filter for FCW Cooler 0 A

29-S9402A·
Cartridgo Seawater Filter for FCW CQoler 0 A
Z/'1b

24-59403 A/B Vertical COelescar x MN

25-S9403A/B Verth:al COelescar x MN

 Project : QGX Access Criteria for Valve Operation
Job No.: 49222
(Human factor point of view)

I For CTJV internal guide line only I Date: Feb, 07 2005

Rav.1: Mar.25 2005
Legend: Rev.2: Apr.12 2005
"Q" - Acceptable Rav.3: Apr.14 2005
"X" · - Not acceptable Rev.4: Aug.OS 2006

Category Valve Allocation at site access for valve operation by.

of valve (Basis of piping design) (As per Human factor point of view) REMARKS
I
(I or II Ground 5) Limil!idl6) Unlimited! 7) Grade Fixed 12) Movable I
Fixed I
Fixed temporary
& Others) level Elevation Elevatio"n Access I Platform . Platform _ Steir Ladder scaffo!dinrz
Isolation valve I I I I
T ain-4 area battery valve I I T I I *see Note-4)
South part OIOIXIOIOIXIXI x x Isolation blank shall be category I
North part OIOIXIO
r 0 XIXI
1 ·· ·· r---i---1 1 r x x Isolation blank shall be category I
Unit Isolation valve in train-4 area
Process valve (if necessary/maintenance use) Others 0101010 0 0101 0 0
Utilitv valve (if necessary/maintenance use) Others O I O I O I O I O I O I O I 0 0
Instrument valve I I I I I I
Control valve I I I I I
Control valve
C/V block valve J
I
I
I 00 0
I 0
I I X
X
I 0
0
I 0
0
II X
X
I
I
X
X
I
I
X
X
I
I
X '~To bo conflcmod mointonanco •paco at
Xopposite side for associated valves,
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C/V by-bass valve I 010 X 0 0 XIXIX!X
Emergency shut down valve I I
ESDV o I o I x o o I x I x I x I x Unlimited elevation is acceptable onlv for orocess reason
Pressure safety valve I
PSV I I x I x om---r- --,,- --- l b l 0 l x I x I 0 I I 1To be confirmed maintenance method of PSV I-----
PSV block valve
PSV by-pass valve
I
I
I
I
XIX
X
O
I
I
X
O
I
I
I
0
O
X
0
0
O
0
0
0 0
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
O
111
_LI itself by opa~a_tlon group considering with
q-1access condition,
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PSV (thermal expansion for cooling water)
PSV (to atmosphere) I Ol 0 I 0 0 0 0 X X 0 "
Motor operated valve
MDV 0 0

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I I X Q Q X X X X 0=1To be confirmed maintenance space at
MDV block valve I O O I X O O X X X X 1-f-
opposite side for associated valves,
MDV by-pass valve I 0 0 I X 0 0 X X X X --
Brow down valve to Flare system
BDV x x I o I o I o x x x x BDV to be install higher than flare header
x x I o I o I o x x x x
BDV block valve
BDV by-pass valve
Anti-surge valve
x x i_Q___, Cl i 0 x x x x
BDV to be install higher than flare header
BDV to be install higher than flare header

Anti-surge valve x XIOIOIOIXIX x x Free drain is reauired to the both end

Anti-surge block valve x XIOIOIOIX X x x Free drain is reauired to the both end
Anti-surge by-pass x XIOIOIO
I
xx
---1 -- -i-- -T--1
x x Free drain is reauired to the both end
Instrument root valve on Equipment nozzle
Stand pipe root valve(2H) n I O I O I x I O I O I x I O I COl I x
Level gauge root vavle(3/4")
Displacer root valve(2")
Diaphragm root valve(3")
I II
II
II
0
0
O.
I
I
I
0
0
0
I X
X
X
O
O
0
I

I
O
O
O -
I
I
X
X
X
I
I.
I
O
O
O
I
I
I
( O)
101
(01
I
I
i
x
X
x
__ Ladder access can be allowed one ~a?d operation
forsmallblockval~esuchasapp.4 dramaterof
valvehandleor10 Jengthleverofballvalve,
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Pressure transmitter connection(3/4" - 2") Il 0 I 0 X 0 I O I X I Q I (Q) I X It i• •l•o ollowod "Walkoy foe 2" oc 3"rnot
Pressure gauge connection(3/4") Il 0 I 0 X 0 0 I X I 0 I (0) I X --valva. f-
Instrument root valve tapped on pipe (Operation only) I I I

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Orifice tap connection(l /2") 0 I 0 I 0 0 0 0 I 0 I (0) I X l=t=J2ndary root valve goes to nearest accessible ,_
Venture flow mater connection(t/2") 0 I 0 I 0 0 0 0 I 0 I (Ql I X I location (fixed or movable platform), if necessary,
Pressure transmitter connection(3/4H) 0 I 0 I 0 0 0 0 I 0 I IQ) I x II I ,_
Pressure gauge connection(3/4") O I O I O O O O I O I (0) I X
Sample connection root valve(3/4" - 1") n I o I o, I o I o I o o o I co> I x
Analyzer connection root valve(3/4" - 1") Il I o I o I o I o I 0 I 0 0 I CO) I x
I I I
Equipment valve I I I
Drain/Vent I · I I I T
Column/Vessel vent (Maintenance use) Others 0 0 I 0 X i X I X I X I X I 0
Column/Vessel drain (Maintenance use) Others 0 0 I X 0 I X I X I X I X I 0
Filter vent/drain (Frequentry maintainance) II 0 0 X 0 I 0 I X I X I X I X
Heat Exchanger vent (Maintenance use) Others 0 0 I 0 X I X i X I X X 0
Heat Exchanger drain (Maintenance use) Others 0 0 X 0 I X i X I X X I X
Pump casing vent (Maintenance use) Others 0 0 I Q X I X I X I X X I 0 I l
Pump casing drain (Maintenance use) Others 0 0 X 0 I X i X ! X X I X
Compressor casing drain (Maintenance use) Others 0 0 X 0 I X I X I X X I X
Steam drum vent valve (Maintenance use) Others 0 0 0 X I X I X I X X I O 1 1
Package Equipment vent (Maintenance use) Others 0 0 0 0 I X ! X i X X I 0
Package Equipment drain (Maintenance use) Others 6 I 0 X 0 I X i X I X X I X
Root valve " I I I I
Steam out connection(2") (Maintenance use) Others ·o 0
I 0 0 I 0 I 0 I 0 X I x Scaffolding access is allowed only for shut down
Purge system connection (Maintenance use) Others _O_J_O___ j 0 O _ __ 0 I 0 I 0 X I x Scaffolding access is allowed only for shut down
Pipe mounted valve (except above items) I I I i
Process block valve I I I
Liquid disposal valve (Maintenance use) Others 0 I 0 0 0 0 I 0 i 0 0 0
Block valve foi start up purpose only Others 0 I 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 I 0
Switching valve for filter I 0 I 0 I X 0 0 X X x x
Switching valve for reactor I 0 I 0 I X 0 0 X X x I x
Pumpblockvalve I 0 I 0 I X 0 0 X X x I x
Purge gas valve (Maintenance use) Others 0 0 I X 0 0 0 0 x x
Valve associated sampling device I 0 X I X O X X X x x
Process root/branch valve allocated in the pipe rack Others 0 0 I 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Maintenance isolation purpose only
Utility block valve I
Hose station piping root valve(l ") Others O_l__O I 0 Q I 0 I X 0 X I X
Hose station piping operational valve(1 ") I 0 T 0 I 0 0 0 I X X X I X
Utility root/branch valve allocated in the pipe rack
Temporary connection for purge/flushing purpose(1 " - 3"
Drain/Vent
Others
Others
0 I 0
0 I 0
I
I
I
0
0
0
0
0
0
I
X
X I
0
0
X
X I
X
X IMaintenance isolation purpose only

l
_Process drai!:f_{Spa_!?!fl~d in _f&ID_) __ _ _____ ll 0 I 0 i 0 0 0 I X I 0 0 X Scaffo1din"' access is allowed on!v for shut down I
Line vent for pressure test (Construction use) Others X 0 i 0 0 0 I 0 I 0 0 0
Line vent for high point (Maintenance use) Others X 0 I 0 0 I 0 I 0 I 0 0 0
Line drain for !ow point (Maintenance use) Others 0 0 I X 0 I 6 I 0 0 0 I 0
Fire water system I I
Deluge manifold root valve I 0 X i X 0 I X I x x x x
Buried post indicator valve I 0 I X I X 0 I X I x I x x x
Process Requirement valve I I
"Jn-View" requirement to PG,TG or LG II 0 0 I X 0 I 0 I x I o I x x Close to aoolicable lnstr't (Acijust ope.valve of small bore)
I I I
I I f I
I I I I
Note: 1)Thf5-ta"iiI6-T5-bEi_S_6_Cf0ri-th6--p;.:Qj6-Ci--Sp6CifiC-i:ition no. QGX/20/00/SA/DB/NA/001 "SPECIFICATION FOR HUMAN FACTOR"
2) Movable platform can be utilized at ground level not on the elevated platform.
3) (0)- It shall ba allowed incase "single hand operation"is applicable not both hand.
4) Maintenance access for isolation blanks at Train-4 battery limit shall be maintained fixed platform where allocated app. 400mm lower from bottom of piping.
5) Limited Elevation - - 1st level platform from ground (The platform as single access from ground level) or the level at which the associated equipment is located.
6) Unlimited-Elevation - On the Pipe rack floor, on the structure floot{2nd level and higher), on the equipment platform or surrounded them.
7) Grade access - - - The mean of" grade" is ground level or elevated platform where accessible by stair not ladder.

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