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    8.3.9.

    Were the Master and officers familiar with the company procedures for the
    inspection and testing of cargo, vapour and inert gas pipelines, and were records
    available for these activities?
    Short Question Text
    Pressure testing and inspection of cargo, inert gas and vapour pipelines.

    Vessel Types
    Oil, Chemical

    ROVIQ Sequence
    Pumproom, Cargo Control Room, Main Deck

    Publications
    OCIMF/ICS: International Safety Guide for Oil Tankers and Terminals. Sixth Edition.
    USCG: Code of Federal Regulations. Title 33.
    USCG: Code of Federal Regulations. Title 46.
    USCG: Marine Safety Manual
    Vol. II: Materiel Inspection

    Objective

    To ensure cargo, vapour and inert gas pipelines are regularly examined, and pressure tested when required,
    to verify their condition.

    Industry Guidance

    OCIMF/ICS: International Safety Guide for Oil Tankers and Terminals. Sixth Edition

    11.3.2 Cargo and ballast system integrity

    Any latent defect in the cargo system will usually reveal itself when the system is pressurised during the discharge
    operation. It is good practice to pressure test cargo lines on a periodic basis, depending on the trade of the ship.
    Although these pressure tests may provide an indication of the system’s condition at the time of the test, they should
    not be considered a substitute for regular external inspection of the pipeline system and periodic internal inspections,
    particularly at known failure points such as pump discharge bends and stub pipe connections.

    12.1.15.3 Routine maintenance and housekeeping issues

    Pipelines should be visually examined and routinely pressure tested to verify their condition. Other non-destructive
    testing or examination, such as ultrasonic wall thickness measurement, may be appropriate but should always be
    supplemented by a visual examination.

    TMSA KPI 6.1.2 requires that procedures for pre-operational tests and checks of cargo and bunkering equipment are
    in place for all vessel types within the fleet. Tests and checks of equipment may include:

    Cargo/bunker line pressure testing

    IMO: ISM Code

    10.1 The Company should establish procedures to ensure that the ship is maintained in conformity with the
    provisions of the relevant rules and regulations and with any additional requirements which may be established by the
    Company.

    USCG: Code of Federal Regulations. Title 46.

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    35.35-70 Maintenance of cargo handling equipment - TB/ALL.

    (d) The cargo discharge piping of all tank vessels shall be tested at least once each year for tightness, at the
    maximum working pressure.

    USCG: Code of Federal Regulations. Title 33.

    156.170 - Equipment tests and inspections

    (c)(4) Each loading arm and each transfer pipe system, including each metallic hose, must not leak under static liquid
    pressure at least 1 1/2 times the maximum allowable working pressure; and

    (f) The frequency of the tests and inspections required by this section must be:

    (3) For vessels, annually or as part of the biennial and mid-period inspections.

    USCG: Marine Safety Manual, Vol. II: Materiel Inspection

    B6-29 Acceptance of Alternative Cargo Piping Test Pressures for Vessels.

    Achieving test pressures of 150% MAWP for annual cargo piping tests on tank vessels is often impractical while
    vessels are in service, where transfers are conducted by vacuum or suction method, or outside the shipyard where
    special equipment is not available. Therefore, as provided by 33 CFR 156.107, alternative test pressures of not less
    than 100% MAWP may be used for in-service annual cargo piping tests, provided that a 150% MAWP test of the
    cargo piping is conducted at least twice in any five-year period. It is envisioned that the 150% MAWP tests will be
    conducted during drydock periods at the discretion of the vessel owners or operators. Those vessels with longer
    drydock intervals must make arrangements to conduct the 150% MAWP tests at least twice in any five-year period.
    All alternatives must provide an equivalent level of safety and protection from pollution. Accurate records of the
    required tests must be maintained aboard the vessel.

    Inspection Guidance

    The vessel operator should have developed procedures for the inspection and testing of cargo transfer system,
    vapour and inert gas pipelines which should include the:

    Frequency of visual external examinations of each type of pipeline.


    Determination of the MAWP of the cargo transfer system.
    Frequency of periodic hydrostatic pressure testing of cargo system pipelines.
    Requirement for hydrostatic pressure testing of cargo system pipelines after repairs, sectional replacements
    or modifications.
    Marking of cargo system pipelines with the date and pressure of the last hydrostatic pressure test.
    Details of the records required to be maintained of inspections and tests.
    And may include:
    o Periodic internal visual examinations of sections of each type of pipeline.
    o Non-destructive testing, such as ultrasonic wall thickness measurement of sections of each type of
    pipeline.

    The instructions in the planned maintenance system may form part of the procedures.

    External visual examination of pipelines should cover all components including:

    Flanges and their bolts.


    Expansion couplings.
    Local and/or remote pressure gauge and thermometer inserts or connections
    The condition and adjustment of U bolts and any rubbing inserts.

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    The cargo transfer system should be hydrostatically pressure tested to the 100% maximum allowable working
    pressure (MAWP) at least annually.

    The cargo transfer system, which includes the crude oil washing line, should be hydrostatically pressure tested to at
    least 150% MAWP at least twice within any five-year period.

    The cargo transfer system includes the discharge pump and piping between the pump and the vessel's manifold,
    excluding any non-metallic, i.e. flexible, hoses.

    In this context, the maximum allowable working pressure (MAWP) can be assumed to be either the pressure at which
    the cargo transfer system relief valve is set or, where no relief valve is fitted, the maximum discharge pressure that
    can be developed by the vessel's pump. For centrifugal pumps this is the pressure developed by the pump at zero
    flow conditions.

    Cargo transfer system pressure testing should be a hydrostatic test. Pressure testing using compressed air or inert
    gas is not acceptable.

    Suggested Inspector Actions

    Sight, and where necessary review, the company procedures for the inspection and testing of cargo, vapour
    and inert gas pipelines.
    Review the records of the inspection and testing of cargo, vapour and inert gas pipelines and verify that:
    o The MAWP of the cargo transfer system had been determined and documented.
    o Each pipeline had been visually inspected in accordance with the company procedure.
    o Each cargo system pipeline had been hydrostatically pressure tested to 100% of MAWP annually.
    o Each cargo system pipeline had been hydrostatically pressure tested to 150% of MAWP at least
    twice in the previous five years.
    During the inspection, observe the visual condition of the cargo, vapour and inert gas pipelines.
    Where necessary, compare the observed condition of the pipelines with the records of the inspection and
    testing of cargo, vapour and inert gas pipelines.

    Interview the accompanying officer to verify their familiarity with:


    o The items to pay attention to when conducting a visual inspection of the cargo, vapour or inert gas
    pipelines.
    o How and when the previous hydrostatic pressure test of the cargo system pipelines had been
    conducted.

    Expected Evidence

    The company procedures for the inspection and testing of cargo, vapour and inert gas pipelines.
    The determination of the MAWP of the cargo pipeline system.
    Records of the inspection and testing of cargo, vapour and inert gas pipelines.

    Potential Grounds for a Negative Observation

    There were no company procedures for the inspection and testing of cargo, vapour and inert gas pipelines
    that included:
    o The frequency of visual external examinations
    o The frequency of hydrostatic pressure testing of cargo transfer systems.
    o The requirement to hydrostatically pressure test a cargo transfer system after repairs, modifications
    or sectional replacement.
    o Records to be maintained of inspections and tests.
    The accompanying officer was not familiar with the company procedures for the inspection and testing of
    cargo, vapour and inert gas pipelines.

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    The MAWP of the cargo transfer system had not been determined and documented.
    The determination of the MAWP of the cargo transfer system was inconsistent with the ship's drawings or
    cargo pump performance curves.
    The cargo transfer system had not been hydrostatically pressure tested to 100% MAWP within the last 12
    months.
    There was evidence that cargo system piping had undergone repairs, modifications or sectional replacement
    that would potentially affect its integrity since the last hydrostatic test without being retested upon completion
    of the work.
    The cargo transfer system had not been hydrostatically pressure tested to at least 150% MAWP at least
    twice within any five-year period.
    The cargo transfer system pressure testing was performed using compressed air or inert gas.
    Cargo system pipelines were not marked with the date and pressure of the last test.
    Cargo, vapour or inert gas pipelines had not been inspected and/or tested as required by company
    procedures.
    There were no records of the inspection and testing of cargo, vapour and/or inert gas lines as required by
    company procedures.
    Inspection of the cargo, vapour and/or inert gas pipelines indicated that the required inspections and tests
    had either not been performed or were ineffective.
    The visual inspection of the cargo system, vapour or inert gas pipelines determined that the pipelines or any
    of their components were in an unsatisfactory condition.

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