Up and Down
Start and Stop
Details, details
100
To ensure that the pipeline does not exceed maximum MAOP plus the build-up allowed for the operation of pressure limiting and control devices.
What is the purpose of the start-up and shut-down procedure?
100
CGQ000 Recognize and React to Abnormal Operating Conditions.
What is one of the OQ tasks personnel must be qualified in to start-up and shut-down pipelines?
100
Investigates and analyzes potential overpressure situations.
What is the Engineering Department?
200
Gauges.
What do personnel install to monitor pressure in the affected pipeline or sections during start-up and shut-down activities?
200
Remotely through the SCADA system.
How does Gas Control normally start compressors?
200
Actual operating pressure of the upstream or supply line, MAOP of the downstream line Allowable build-up pressure for conditions and Operating characteristics of the pipeline components involved.
What shall be considered in the development of the work plan?
300
Return compressor to a Remote Control status for remote SCADA operation.
What is one of the last steps after a local compressor start-up?
300
The process used after the failure to remotely start a compressor.
What is local compressor start-up?
300
115 Intentional Natural Gas Release guidelines.
What should be followed to ensure proper communications occur?
400
Unmanned and unsupported.
How are compressor stations designed to run?
400
After closing the designated discharge valves and before notifying gas control that the compressor has been shut down.
When do compression personnel close the suction valve and vent unit?
400
Repair or resolve the problem that prevented the compressor remote start-up.
What is the first thing compression personnel try to do upon arrival?