Pipe or hose failure due to pressure, temperature, corrosion, erosion, vibration, fatigue, or mechanical damage.
Leakage or spillage of fluids due to improper sealing, connection, or disconnection.
Fire or explosion due to ignition of flammable fluids or gases.
Loss of well control due to loss of pressure containment or integrity.
Injury or damage due to pipe or hose whip, jetting, or impact.
To prevent or mitigate these risks, Shell has developed and implemented an international standard for temporary pipework (EPS 3758) that covers the following aspects:
Temporary connection: The process of connecting and disconnecting temporary pipework to the permanent pipework or equipment by using appropriate methods and devices such as flanges, clamps, couplings, valves, etc.
Temporary sealant: The material used to seal the gap between the temporary and permanent pipework or equipment to prevent leakage or spillage of fluids.
Temporary support: The structure used to support the temporary pipework and prevent excessive bending, sagging, twisting, or movement.
Temporary identification: The marking or labeling of the temporary pipework and equipment to indicate their origin, destination, contents, pressure rating, etc.
Temporary inspection: The examination of the temporary pipework and equipment before, during, and after use to ensure their suitability, integrity, and performance.
Temporary testing: The verification of the pressure containment and integrity of the temporary pipework and equipment by applying a test pressure higher than the operating pressure.
Temporary isolation: The separation of the temporary pipework and equipment from the permanent pipework or equipment by using appropriate methods and devices such as blinds, plugs, caps, etc.
The Shell Global Standard for Temporary Pipework is applicable to all Shell-operated well activities that use temporary pipework. It is also applicable to contractors who provide temporary pipework services to Shell. The standard is mandatory and must be complied with at all times. The standard also provides guidance on how to implement the requirements in a practical and effective way. The standard is based on industry best practices and lessons learned from previous incidents involving temporary pipework.
The Shell Global Standard for Temporary Pipework aims to ensure the safe use of temporary pipework for operations that use this equipment. It also ensures that the associated pipework connection interfaces are applied and used correctly. By following the standard, Shell and its contractors can reduce the risks associated with temporary pipework and improve the performance and reliability of their operations.
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If you want to learn more about the Shell Global Standard for Temporary Pipework, you can access it [here]. You can also find some examples of temporary pipework applications [here] and [here].
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