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REVISION MODIFICATION LOG

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Issued for MPN Review and Approval

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TABLE OF CONTENT

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PURPOSE ........................................................................................................... 5
BACKGROUND .................................................................................................. 5
REFERENCE DOCUMENTS .............................................................................. 5
SAFETY............................................................................................................... 5
EQUIPMENT LIST .............................................................................................. 6
MANPOWER LIST .............................................................................................. 6
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1 Purpose
The purpose of this method statement is to ensure the Internal surface blasting prior
to painting applications comply with approved project specification, international
standards and manufacturers requirements and GP 56.02.03.

2 Background
Tank 5009 is being revamped under the CSTR contract by Nestoil Limited whose Scope
of Work includes repairs, demolition and installation works.

3 Reference Documents
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MPN GP: GP-56-02-03 Painting General Requirement Onshore.

Paint Manufacturers Technical Material Data Sheets (MTDS).
Manufacturers Safety Data Sheet (MSDS).
SSPC-PA1 Shop, Field, and Maintenance Painting.
SSPC-PA2 Measurement of Dry Coatings Thickness with Magnetic Gages.
SSPC-SP2 Hand Tool Cleaning.
SSPC-SP3 Power Tool Cleaning.
SSPC-SP5 White Metal Blast Cleaning.
SSPC-SP6 Commercial Blast Cleaning.
ISO 8501-1 Preparation of Steel Substrates before Application of Paint and
Related products-Visual Assessment of Surface Defects.
SIS 05-59-00 Pictorial Surface Preparation.
Manufacturers Recommendations.
Project Quality Control Procedure (NGA-NF-QPQAC-AD-31197).
Inspection & Test Plan ITP (NGA-NF-QPITP-AD-31216).

4 SAFETY
4.1 The appropriate Safety PPE is required to be deployed by the personnel while
carrying out their duties.
4.2 The blasting personnel should be on their appropriate protective wears with the
breathing apparatus.
4.3 Strict adherence to all approved PPE such as Coverall, Hard Hat, hand gloves, safety
shoe, nose cover disposables, safety glass and full body harnesses, must be observed.
4.4 Individuals involved in the blasting activities should review the JSA prior to commencing
any work.

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4.5 Area programmed for blast shall be isolated to avoid creating unsafe condition.
4.6 In addition, any personnel assigned to work inside a confined space must have
undergone confined space and benzene awareness trainings.
Working at Height training also inclusive.
4.7 Special personnel trained to measure gas concentration must
accomplish their job and advice for confined space entry prior to work start.
Gas monitoring continues throughout operation period.
4.8 Roof to be super supported using logs of strong wood at various positions.
4.9 Approved expeller Fans should be installed at designated holes.
5.0 Adequate lighting must be provided.

5 Equipment List
5.1
5.2
5.3
5.4
5.5
5.6
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5.8
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6.0

Air Compressors
Blasting units
Blast hoses
Surface profile gauge
Gas detectors
Grit pots.
Blasters Hoods/breathing system
Dead mans Handle, Safety signs
Tarpaulin units.
Air Coolers/Air Dryers Recommended

6 Manpower List
6.0
6.1
6.2
6.3
6.4
6.5
6.6
6.7
6.8

Blasters - 3 minimum
Helpers 4 minimum
Fire Watch
QC(Coating) Inspector
QA/QC Coordinator
Safety Officer
Pot Operator-2 minimum
Mechanic
Rescuers 3 minimum

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7 Method for Conducting Internal Tank Surface Preparation.

Surface preparation shall be by specified standard approved in GP 56-02-03 and in
accordance with abrasive blast cleaning in ExxonMobil.
1. Surface to be treated shall be free from oil or grease prior to abrasive blast cleaning
(SSPC SP1).
2. Surface programmed for blast shall be examined to determine its acceptability for the
specified work.
3. Welds shall finally be checked for defects and grinding where required; and accepted
by the client.
4. All equipments should be in good condition, grit clean and dry. All blast pots shall
have current pressure test certification.
5. The abrasive size and type shall be MPN approved quality grit; this shall be clean
and dry.
6. Blasting operations are not permitted if the steel temperature is less than 50F (10C)
above the air dew point or if the surface is wet or there is the possibility that the
surface will be subject to wetting before the primer coat can be applied.
7. Abrasive blast cleaning to surface profile of SSPC SP 5, removing all rust, mill scale,
corrosion products be removed, and recorded accordingly.
8. Clean out dust on metal surface, if present, using air blower free from water and oil
molecules to avoid contaminations. The compressed air supplied for blasting
operations shall be dry and free of water and oil.
9. Evaluation and acceptance standard of blasted surface profile must be done, using
calibrated surface profile gauge in accordance to referencing code and written
procedures.
10. Waste products from blasting are subsequently collected and disposed as per the
company waste disposal procedure.
11. Daily work output of every activity carried out during and after the abrasive cleaning
shall be recorded and signed off by the MPN Company site representative prior to
close out.