Project Code: 0103-01

DYNACIATE ENGINEERING SDN BHD

(Company No. 579899-K)
Date: 26TH Disember 2017
(A Member of Dynaciate Group of Companies)
Lot 136A, Jalan Gebeng 2/6, Kawasan Perindustrian Gebeng,
Page: [ 1 ] of [ 10]
26080 Kuantan, Pahang Darul Makmur, Malaysia.
Tel: +609 – 583 8872 Fax: +609 – 583 8873

METHOD STATEMENT FOR

NATURAL GAS PIPELINE REPLACEMENT WORKS

PROJECT TITLE : EASTMAN – NG PIPELINE REPLACEMENT

WORKS

OWNER : EASTMAN CHEMICAL (M) SDN. BHD.

PIPING
CONTRACTOR : DYNACIATE ENGINEERING SDN. BHD.

LOCATION ： GEBENG, KUANTAN, PAHANG, MALAYSIA.

REV. DATE PAGE & DESCRIPTION Prepare Check App PM

Prepare Check Approve PM

SIGNATURE

Mohd Azrin Lee JS

ISSUED TO SCEM（ 1 ）

CC TO DESB（1 ） DKSB （1 ）

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 Project Code: 0103-01
DYNACIATE ENGINEERING SDN BHD
(Company No. 579899-K)
Date: 26TH Disember 2017
(A Member of Dynaciate Group of Companies)
Lot 136A, Jalan Gebeng 2/6, Kawasan Perindustrian Gebeng,
Page: [ 2 ] of [ 10]
26080 Kuantan, Pahang Darul Makmur, Malaysia.
Tel: +609 – 583 8872 Fax: +609 – 583 8873

TABLE OF CONTENT

1. Preface

2. Objectives

3. References/Supporting Documents

4. Personnel Involved

4.1 Roles/Trades

4.2 Responsibility

5. Work & Procedures

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 Project Code: 0103-01
DYNACIATE ENGINEERING SDN BHD
(Company No. 579899-K)
Date: 26TH Disember 2017
(A Member of Dynaciate Group of Companies)
Lot 136A, Jalan Gebeng 2/6, Kawasan Perindustrian Gebeng,
Page: [ 3 ] of [ 10]
26080 Kuantan, Pahang Darul Makmur, Malaysia.
Tel: +609 – 583 8872 Fax: +609 – 583 8873

1.0 Preface

NG pipeline replacement project, owned by Eastman Chemical (M) Sdn. Bhd., were
identified as leaking at minor range point (not longer than 2 meters) of the pipeline
system. At this point, Dynaciate Engineering Sdn. Bhd. being awarded for the piping
replacement works.

2.0 Objectives

The work and procedure which to be carry out for NG Piping Replacement Works
shall consists of:
a) Visual Inspection Report
b) Blasting & Painting Report
c) NDE – Holiday Test Report

This Method Statement is however to read and applied in conjunction with Job Safety
Analysis, inspection and test plan and other relevant documents.

3.0 References/Supporting Documents

a) Existing P&ID and ISO drawing
b) Working Location
c) Piping Specification Datasheet

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 Project Code: 0103-01
DYNACIATE ENGINEERING SDN BHD
(Company No. 579899-K)
Date: 26TH Disember 2017
(A Member of Dynaciate Group of Companies)
Lot 136A, Jalan Gebeng 2/6, Kawasan Perindustrian Gebeng,
Page: [ 4 ] of [ 10]
26080 Kuantan, Pahang Darul Makmur, Malaysia.
Tel: +609 – 583 8872 Fax: +609 – 583 8873

4.0 Personnel Involved

4.1 Roles / Trades
 Project Manager  Welders
 Project Coordinator  Fitters
 HSE Supervisor  Semi skill/ Helper
 Site Supervisor  Firewatcher

4.2 Responsibilities

a) Project Manager and Project Coordinator would be responsible for Co-

ordinating between client & contractor for the inspection and execution
of project.

b) Site Supervisor shall be responsible for the implementation of this

Method Statement under the professional guidance of the Project
Manager / Project Coordinator / Site Engineer.

c) Safety Supervisor will be responsible for advising, monitoring and

ensuring that work execution comply with approved safety procedures.

5.0 Work Procedures

5.1 Flushing Existing gas
a) In prior for the piping replacement work, the existing gas inside the
pipeline shall be flushed away and isolated (by client).
b) As soon the flushing is completed, the pipeline shall be tested for the gas
availability by Authorized Gas Tester (AGT) person

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 Project Code: 0103-01
DYNACIATE ENGINEERING SDN BHD
(Company No. 579899-K)
Date: 26TH Disember 2017
(A Member of Dynaciate Group of Companies)
Lot 136A, Jalan Gebeng 2/6, Kawasan Perindustrian Gebeng,
Page: [ 5 ] of [ 10]
26080 Kuantan, Pahang Darul Makmur, Malaysia.
Tel: +609 – 583 8872 Fax: +609 – 583 8873

5.2 Site Preparation / Technical / Worker Mobilisation

a) All power tools (if required) and manual tools shall be internally
inspected and in proper and safe manner.
b) Those power tools (if required) shall be inspected by Eastman prior to
be used.
c) Working area shall not be flood due to excavation work, if flood, the
water shall be sucked by water pump to nearest drainage.
d) All involved workers shall be attended safety induction by Eastman
before start working.
e) All workers / personnel work at Eastman shall follow owner’s safety
rules and regulations.
f) New replacement pipe shall be painted and comply with owner’s
painting specification upon deliver at site.

5.3 Pipe Cutting and replacement

a) The cutting area shall be measured and marked for 2 meter in length
from the elbow welded joint.
b) The pipe cutting shall be implemented by oxy-fuel cutting method
and aided with fire blanket as protection
c) As soon the

5.3.1 Safety
a) The Mo-Check operation must take place outdoors or in a well
ventilated area
b) Individual who work and handle the Mo-Check (Moly-Drop Test
960) chemical agent should be equipped with chemical resistant

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 Project Code: 0103-01
DYNACIATE ENGINEERING SDN BHD
(Company No. 579899-K)
Date: 26TH Disember 2017
(A Member of Dynaciate Group of Companies)
Lot 136A, Jalan Gebeng 2/6, Kawasan Perindustrian Gebeng,
Page: [ 6 ] of [ 10]
26080 Kuantan, Pahang Darul Makmur, Malaysia.
Tel: +609 – 583 8872 Fax: +609 – 583 8873

rubber gloves, rubber boots, rubber apron and a full face covering
chemical resistant face shield.
c) In cases where a closed vessel has to be Mo-check (Moly-Drop Test
960) on the inside, it is essential that good ventilation be provided,
and that operators wear respirators equipped with filter of the “acid
gases” type. Neoprene and Natural Rubber gloves and aprons offer
the best protection.
d) Bottles containing chemicals must be stored in a upright position and
must always be carefully closed. Mo-Check (Moly-Drop Test 960)
chemicals has strong acid properties and must be handled with great
caution. If an accident does occur and paste splashes onto the skin or
into the eyes, the affected area must be immediately and
continuously rinsed with large volumes of running water. Seek
immediate medical attention.

5.3.2 MO-Check Procedure

a) Pre Cleaning - The surface to be test (welding joint) shall be free and
clear of any contaminations such as grease, oil, paint, soil, and grit
contamination. After that, the surface shall be rub used the iron free

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 Project Code: 0103-01
DYNACIATE ENGINEERING SDN BHD
(Company No. 579899-K)
Date: 26TH Disember 2017
(A Member of Dynaciate Group of Companies)
Lot 136A, Jalan Gebeng 2/6, Kawasan Perindustrian Gebeng,
Page: [ 7 ] of [ 10]
26080 Kuantan, Pahang Darul Makmur, Malaysia.
Tel: +609 – 583 8872 Fax: +609 – 583 8873

abrasive paper. (E.g. wet/dry sand paper, non-woven and abrasive

hand pad).

b) Applying Mo check paste (Moly-Drop Test 960) - Apply 1 -2 drops

of Mo-check paste (Moly-Drop Test 960) to the welding joint surface
and wait until 5 to 10 minutes to allows the chemical react with the
tested material (welding joint).

c) Observation/Interpretation - The applied Mo check paste (Moly-

Drop Test 960) will be changed to brown color if there is presence of
molybdenum composition in the material (316/316L) and if no color
changing, the material grade was not 316/316L (no Molybdenum
composition).

d) Cleaning - The surface then washed thoroughly with clean water.

5.3.3 Acceptance Criteria

a) Acceptance Criteria for Mo Check of 316/316L stainless steel
material: -

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 Project Code: 0103-01
DYNACIATE ENGINEERING SDN BHD
(Company No. 579899-K)
Date: 26TH Disember 2017
(A Member of Dynaciate Group of Companies)
Lot 136A, Jalan Gebeng 2/6, Kawasan Perindustrian Gebeng,
Page: [ 8 ] of [ 10]
26080 Kuantan, Pahang Darul Makmur, Malaysia.
Tel: +609 – 583 8872 Fax: +609 – 583 8873

Acceptable - The applied Mo-Check paste (Moly-Drop Test 960)

changed to dark brown.

Unacceptable - The applied Mo-Check paste (Moly-Drop Test 960) does

not change.

5.3.4 Unclear Justification Result Using Mo

a) The unclear result using Mo to be on hold and to be checked and
inspected Positive Material Identification Device (PMI).

5.4 Positive Material Identification (PMI)

a) The procedure of inspection using PMI as per attached in
Attachment “A”.

5.5 Permit to Works (PTW)

a) Permit to works shall be granted approval from Kaneka
b) The following items shall be stated during applying permit to works:
 Location of works to be conducted
 Line / medium involve by highlighted in PID
 List of workers / inspectors involved
c) Working on Saturday, Sunday and public holiday (glazed by
Kaneka) shall be pre-informed and approved by Kaneka.

5.6 Opening Insulated Piping / Covered Piping for Inspection

a) Extra careful and awareness amongst the inspector / workers to be
alerted for the opening insulated piping or covered piping (unable to
visual the surface of pipe) during inspection.
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 Project Code: 0103-01
DYNACIATE ENGINEERING SDN BHD
(Company No. 579899-K)
Date: 26TH Disember 2017
(A Member of Dynaciate Group of Companies)
Lot 136A, Jalan Gebeng 2/6, Kawasan Perindustrian Gebeng,
Page: [ 9 ] of [ 10]
26080 Kuantan, Pahang Darul Makmur, Malaysia.
Tel: +609 – 583 8872 Fax: +609 – 583 8873

b) Proper and suitable PPE shall wear on insulation opening to avoid

skin contact on any chemical substance accumulated inside the pipe
insulation.
c) If contact on any chemical substance, immediately wash with water
at the nearest shower unit and report to Safety immediately.

5.7 Accidently Touch / Push / Press on the Manual valve / Devices / Switch
a) All workers / inspector is prohibited to touch, push, press, and
operate any manual valve, devices nor switches without Kaneka
approval and supervision.
b) However, in case accidently touch / push / press on the manual
valve / devices / switch, Kaneka must be informed immediately.

5.8 Camera and Photo

a) Only authorized camera allowed to use at Kaneka for the purpose of
taking photo for the result of Mo test and reporting purpose.

5.9 Inspection, Reporting and Witness

a) Photo shall be captured on the result of Mo test with proper mapping
/ indication for easy identification;

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 Project Code: 0103-01
DYNACIATE ENGINEERING SDN BHD
(Company No. 579899-K)
Date: 26TH Disember 2017
(A Member of Dynaciate Group of Companies)
Lot 136A, Jalan Gebeng 2/6, Kawasan Perindustrian Gebeng,
Page: [ 10 ] of [ 10]
26080 Kuantan, Pahang Darul Makmur, Malaysia.
Tel: +609 – 583 8872 Fax: +609 – 583 8873

b) Test records shall be recorded in ISO drawings and the following

items shall be included: -
i. Date of inspection
ii. Inspector
iii. Witness
iv. Result
v. Photo

c) Report shall be submitted to Kaneka by weekly basis and the

following items shall be mentioned: -
i. Number of joints had been inspected;
ii. Test result and non-conformance material / welding findings;
iii. Two weeks look ahead schedules;

5.10 Inspection and Test Plan

a) Inspection and test plan as per attached in Attachment “B”.

5.11 Housekeeping
a) Housekeeping works shall be carried out by end of day because
works permit closing.

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