AOC
What necessary actions, in order, does an operator need to take during abnormal
operating conditions? - ANS-1. Recognize the AOC
2. Investigate the cause of the alert
3. Perform the actions planned
4. Make the appropriate notifications
Define an AOC. - ANS-An AOC is any condition identified by the individual that may
indicate failure of a component or deviation from normal operations. It may also be a
condition that exceeds design limits or results in hazards.
What are abnormal facility conditions? - ANS-Conditions that relate to problems
involving the physical structure of the pipeline.
Give at least three examples of abnormal facility conditions. - ANS-- Exposed piping
- Missing/damaged pipeline supports
- Evidence of corrosion
- Missing signs/markers
- Equipment stalled over the line
- Hazardous atmosphere alarms
- Resistance temperature device alarms (RTD)
True or False.
If a pump case temperature reaches such a critical level and automatically shuts down,
would it be classified as an AOC? - ANS-True
What actions should be done as a response to a seal failure alarm? - ANS-Operations
and maintenance personnel should validate the alarm, check station sump level, and
notify the appropriate personnel. In addition, control center personnel are required to
document the incident and notify appropriate personnel to check and possibly replace
the seal.
If an individual discovers damage to pipeline supports to be critical, what course of
action should be done? - ANS-The individual must contact the control center or
appropriate company personnel immediately if piping is in danger of excessive
movement. The operator should then follow company policy to investigate the condition
and dispatch qualified personnel. It is also necessary that the individual that made the
discovery remain a safe distance from the scene.
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