What is this published document about?
This is the fifth in a five-part series on pipeline systems. This part presents improved operational practices in relation to subsea pipelines. These were established as a result of experience and lessons learned in the North Sea over several decades.
Who is this published document for?
- Operational pipeline engineers
- Pipeline design engineers
- Third-party providers of related equipment and services
Why should you use this published document?
It gives guidance on the following aspects of offshore subsea-system operational practice:
- Determining the requirement for a subsea isolation valve (SSIV)
- Selection and use of high pressure in-line isolation plugs
- Pipeline integrity data exchange
- Caisson and J-tube integrity management
- Emergency shutdown valve (ESDV) testing
- Operational testing of pig launchers and receivers
NOTE: This part of PD 8010 is intended to be read in conjunction with PD 8010-2 and PD 8010-4:2012