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This
section includes:
Project Safety
Project Coordination
Data Recording & Record
Keeping
Additional
Responsibilities for Inspectors
Basically, inspection is performed to ensure that the finished product conforms
to the letter and intent of the specifications and drawings and to insure that
the work being performed is conducted diligently, continuously, and in good
faith in a thorough, safe, skillful, and workmanlike manner in the best interest
of the Client, all in accordance with good established pipeline construction
practices.
An
inspector functions as a representative of the Client and must be capable of
interpreting specifications and requirements both with regard to limitations and
intent. He is a guardian of quality, but must not unnecessarily impede progress.
He must prepare clear and concise reports that include all pertinent information
and data necessary for future references and records.
The
basic tools of an inspector are the specifications, maps, drawings, and his
ability to use them. The specifications, drawings, and maps are intended to be a
guide to enable the inspector to obtain quality work. Any deviations from the
specifications or drawings should be discussed with the inspector's Client
contact before being authorized. The tools of inspections, such as x-ray, dry
and wet magnetic particle, dye penetrant, AUT, and Gamma Ray for welding
inspection and Holiday detectors for coating are methods to supplement visual
inspection. It is recognized that these methods have limitations and are further
limited by the skill of the inspector. We will not rely entirely on these
methods, but will also rely on the experience and capabilities of MMI
inspectors. Where specific job procedures are established and provided, those
procedures are to be followed unless the Client authorizes exceptions.
An
inspector who is not familiar with the codes, specifications, and drawings, or
is lax in enforcement of such requirements, is negligent in his responsibilities
to MMI's clients. If an inspector is placed in a situation where he does not
feel confident in his training or suitability for a specific task, he should
notify MMI immediately, so we can address the situation in a suitable manner.
The
inspector is not responsible for, nor is he to direct, how the contractor
accomplishes the work, whether the work is being conducted on a day-rate basis
(time and material), or on a turn-key contractual basis (fixed price). The
contractor is always responsible for how the work is conducted. When work is
conducted on a time and materials basis, the inspector is responsible for
reviewing and approving the Contractors' plan for scheduling the work. This
includes the quantity and quality of both equipment and personnel employed and
how these are utilized.
Furthermore, the inspector is responsible for maintaining the independent
contractor status, regardless of the basis upon which the contract was awarded.
As a
Client representative, the inspector's relationship with contractors and
suppliers must be consistent with sound business ethics. Accordingly, any
activities of relationships that could conceivably influence his judgment in
handling the Client's business cannot be permitted. It is considered a conflict
of interest for an inspector or a dependent member of his family to have an
undisclosed financial interest or management interest in accompany of firm
dealing with MMI Clients where the opportunity of preferential treatment might
result. Entertainment, gifts, or favors of any type are not a sound basis for
conducting business and are not to be solicited, encouraged, or accepted. An
inspector who is uncertain as to how a particular circumstance may affect his
status as a Client representative should review these issues with MMI management
beforehand.
Project
Safety
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Contact MMI immediately if for any reason you are injured, sick, or unable
to report for work on a scheduled workday, or any day you are offshore. |
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IMMEDIATELY STOP any unsafe work activity. Investigate and report to the
Contractor representative, Client contact, and/or MMI, any activities by
anyone that may be hazardous to persons destructive to Client's property or
equipment or are not in the best interest of the Client. |
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Inspect the job site and recommend to MMI and/or the Client any changes
deemed necessary to provide a safe and efficient environment. |
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Attend daily safety meetings and JSA (or equivalent) development sessions.
Monitor safety meetings and assure compliance with Contractor and Client
requirements. Assist the Contractor in setting high safety standards. |
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Assure all fire prevention rules, regulations, and laws are observed and
that safety practices are in accordance with the Client's requirements. |
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In the event of a reportable accident, ensure that the contractor supplies
accurate accident reporting and that the applicable client personnel are
notified. At a minimum, reports to the client should include the name,
classification, severity, time of injury, and a short explanation of the
conditions leading up to the injury. |
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Work with the Project Engineer to assure that prior to the start of
construction. A pre-job safety meeting is held with the Contractor's
Superintendents and Field Supervisors. |
Project
Coordination
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Under MMI's direction, contact and / or meet with the client's
representative to determine general job scope and plans. Work with client to
assure that prior to the start of any project. A pre-job meeting is held
with contractor's supervisors to discuss safety requirements and project
goals. |
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Maintain a prioritized list of client, MMI, and contractor contacts for use
in case of a reportable accident, oil spill, gas release, or property
damage. |
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Familiarize yourself with plans, specifications, map elevations, locations,
permits, right-of-way restrictions, etc. Inspect job site or route and
recommend to the client any changes deemed necessary. |
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Study material requirements and recommend changes if deemed necessary. |
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Inspect all material, supplies, and equipment furnished by the contractors
relative to quality and compliance with specifications. |
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Assure all work being performed is conducted diligently, continuously, and
in good faith and in a thorough, careful, skillful, and workmanlike manner
in accordance with the agreement, general conditions, specifications, and
drawings. Concern yourself with the results of the contractor's job
performance, but do not interfere unduly with contractor method of obtaining
such results. |
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Work with the contractor to solve any problems that may occur. Utilize MMI
resources to help present possible solutions to the client contact. Receive
prior client agreement before allowing any changes to the project procedures
or specifications. |
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Through the contractor's authorized representative, request removal of any
of the contractor's or subcontractor's employees who are: |
(a) Incompetent
(b) Not qualified to perform work assigned to them
(c) Disturbing the peace
(d) Endangering life and / or property by their behavior
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Assure that a set of "As Built" drawings are maintained showing
any changes from original drawings, complete with exact location and
dimensions. Document all changes with photos, video, and / or detailed field
drawings whenever possible. "As Built" notations and sketches
should be made on the front or back of the current drawing. This is to
ensure that drafting departments will receive all necessary information. |
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Ascertain that the finished product conforms to the letter and intent of
specifications and drawings. |
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Know and keep abreast of local and state requirements as well as your
project specifications. |
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Assure that right-of-way restrictions are complied with, and all complaints
from landowners, tenants, third-part representative and the general public
are investigated and reported to the Client. Assist in settling issues
promptly and professionally. |
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Maintain daily contact with client and MMI offices with progress reports in
a form agreed upon. |
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Maintain sound standards of business ethics in dealings with contractors and
suppliers. |
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Meet or contact client field personnel, explain project scope, verify field
emergency procedures and permitting requirements. Act as liaison between
contractor and client field personnel to alleviate project conflicts,
fulfill field requirements, and to maintain a cooperative work environment. |
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Keep contractor informed of any project changes so he can plan his work
appropriately and reduce downtime due to lack of information. |
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When appropriate, as on force accounts, aid contractor in scheduling work
projects, overtime, material arrangements, etc., that will be most cost
efficient for the client. |
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Investigate and report to client contact and MMI any activities by any
contractor that may be hazardous to persons, destructive to the client's
property or equipment, or are not in the best interest of the client.
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Data
Recording & Record Keeping
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Maintain a proper supply of all necessary project forms including, but not
limited to; daily logs, safety meeting logs, JSA forms accident reports,
cost accounting, hot work permits, hydrostatic testing, welding logs, etc.,
and all necessary writing and drawing tools. |
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Keep concise and accurate records of the task times with special emphasis on
any operation on force account. Compile contractor supplied "as
built" / survey / informational drawings for the client and assure the
information given supplies the client's specifications. |
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When necessary, maintain cost accounting and man-hour records as accurately
as possible. Request reasonable cost estimates for crane services, dockage,
materials, transportation, communication, etc. from suppliers. |
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Compile and return to the client copies of all certifications of equipment,
personnel, and test charts as requested by the project specifications. |
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If requested, prepare contractor post job evaluation, to include
recommendations for future project improvements. |
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Maintain records of quality issues or concerns, lost time due to equipment
or personnel, accidents and near misses, property damage, and all deviations
from approved procedures. |
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All electronically produced material will be copied and submitted to MMI for
record keeping. A copy to the project should also remain on the inspector's
computer for a minimum of one year. |
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Report any knowledge of any theft, vandalism, defalcation, or missing
property to Client and/or MMI. The report should include all known facts and
circumstances. |
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Do not release any MMI provided forms, documentation, reports, software,
etc. to other parties unless specifically authorized by MMI management to do
so. |
Additional
responsibilities for Welding / Construction Inspectors:
1. Review General Responsibilities for all inspectors.
2. Examine all pipe and materials for damage that may have occurred either in
fabrication, milling, or though shipping and handling.
3. Review all required weld procedures for acceptance by the appropriate API
standards and /or the Client's published standards and procedures.
4. Coordinate the preparation and testing of contract welders, determine their
proficiency, and have full responsibility for their acceptance or rejection, all
in accordance with the applied API Standard. Complete and compile all applicable
forms.
5. Inspect the installation of shop bends.
6. Observe the cleaning and/or beveling of pipe ends.
7. Observe swabbing operations to clear lines of foreign matter.
8. Monitor coating conditions, verify, and document repairs.
9. Verify all NDE equipment and materials are certified and in good working
order.
10. Maintain records of Material/Mechanical Test Reports (MTR's) and equipment
certifications and calibrations as required.
11. Witness setup and calibration of NDE equipment.
12. Qualify and coordinate the NDE personnel as to the results to be obtained.
13. Assure the radiographer identifies all radiographic film with the weld
location and corresponding survey station number.
14. Observe the installation of transition nipples or grinding where two
different wall thickness of pipe are joined.
15. Document weld map and/or as built drawings for assemblies and/or components
to include (but not limited to) dimensions, pipe size and grade, welder
identification, valve identification, appurtenances, coating information, anodes
location, serial numbers, and pipe specifications.
16. Observe all hydrotests, verify certification or equipment used, review
procedures for compliance, record and document events, and maintain originals or
copies of all correctly completed charts.
Additional
responsibilities for Diving / ROV Inspectors
1. Review General Responsibilities for all inspectors.
2. Attend pre-job planning and procedure meetings at Client's request.
3. Review and comment on supplied procedures for accepted industry standards
compliance.
4. Review Client - Contractor contract agreement for time and material
qualifications, weather clauses, and safety requirements.
5. Inspect Dive Support Vessel (DSV) for safety hazards and compliance to
Association of Diving Contractors (ADC), U.S. Coast Guard, and if applicable,
DNV standards.
6. Monitor contractual agreements as to time and material considerations. When
required to sign T & M sheets, indicate that your signature does NOT
authorize payment for services. Your signature is to confirm that said work was
done and the time frame is agreed to (or not).
7. Document as built drawings for assemblies and/or components to include (but
not limited to) dimensions, pipe size and grade, valve identification,
appurtenances, anodes location, serial numbers, and pipe specifications.
8. Observe all hydrotests, verify certification or equipment used, review
procedures for compliance, record and document events, and maintain originals or
copies of all correctly completed charts.
Additional
responsibilities for Anchor and Pipeline Crossing Inspectors
1. Review General Responsibilities for all inspectors.
2. Review Client's crossing / anchoring agreement.
3. Attend pre-job planning and procedure meetings at Client's request.
4. When an inspector is in the position of a third-party inspector, he is
responsible for protection of the Client's property (pipeline or structure) and
the documentation to show any changes made to the Client's property. The
inspector is not responsible for the project that is encroaching on the Client's
property, except to the effect it may impact the Client's property.
5. If possible, visibly inspect pendant wires, anchor cables, and anchor
connections. Report any visible defects or concerns to the contractor's
representative. If corrective action is not taken, notify MMI and the Client.
6. Notify, at a minimum, Client Control Center upon arrival in the field, prior
to critical operations, and upon project completion.
7. Document anchor drop locations and weigh points. Document cause for any
significant deviation.
8. Monitor position-keeping capabilities with regard to weather and vessel
activity.
All
inspectors may have additional duties, dependent on the specifics of the
project. MMI Inspectors are to be proactive in their responsibilities and
contact MMI management if any questions or concerns arise so we may offer our
Clients the best of service.
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