Course Objectives
- Provide attendees with a documented training course (as detailed in the T2 curriculum guide outline) and the tools necessary to enhance job skills.
- Provide information to learn the regulations and requirements of 30 CFR 250, 30 CFR 254 and API RP 14C (as they apply to the essentials of Production Safety System Training).
- Develop knowledge of Emergency Shutdown Systems, Emergency Support Systems, general Production Equipment Operations and Production Safety Systems.
- Provide test that demonstrates competency in subject areas or material content taught in course.
- Provide “Hands-On” test/evaluation that demonstrates operating skills with the working models, safety system components.
- Provide necessary documentation/records of formal training program for attendees and their company.
Prerequisites:
The T2 class does not have formal prerequisites requirements for potential participants or attendees. The participant should have the desire to seek employment within the oil industry and gain practical knowledge through an accredited training program.
Successful Course Completion:
A total of 211 Examination Test Questions will be provided on the written test. Three variations of the test will be utilized. A written test passing grade of 70% must be achieved to successfully complete the course requirements.
Course Outline
Training Objectives & Safety Briefing 8:00 – 8:10 AM
Chapter One Pages 4 - 90
PSST Day One (8 Hours) 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Section One Pages 4 – 23
8:10 - 9:30 AM
Section One Objective: Teach the following items to develop a basic understanding of the Reservoir, Casing String, the Well Head (w/ SCSSV), Gas Lift Systems, Flow-lines, & Header (Manifold) System. Have attendees participate in class discussions concerning specific features of the listed items relevant to their facility or location.
A. The Reservoir
B. The Casing String
C. The Well Head (Christmas Tree)
D. Choke Assemblies
E. Gas Lift Systems
F. The Flow-line
G. The Header (Manifold) System
Break
9:30 - 9:45 AM
Section Two: Pages 24 – 45
9:45 - 11:00 AM
Section Two Objective: Provide in depth descriptions of the subject items listed within (through formal lecture and presentation) to impart knowledge of the processes and production equipment detailed within.
Basic Separation Processes & Associated Production Equipment
A. THE BASIC PRINCIPLES OF PROCESS SEPARATION
Physical Constants of Hydrocarbons
Principals of Separation
1. Pressure Drop
2. Temperature
3. & 4. Gravity & Retention Time
5. Scrubbing Action
6. Centrifugal Force
7. Chemical Action
8. Electrical Action
B.PROCESS (PRODUCTION) SEPARATORS
1. Horizontal Separators
2. Vertical Production Separators
3. Test Separators
4. Stage Separation
5. Control Accessories of Production Vessels
Section Three
Pages 46 - 47
Flowline Heaters
11:15 - 11:30 AM
Section Three Objective: Describe the Flowline Heater and its basic purpose and its functions.
Section Four
Pages 48 - 72
11:30 - 2:00 PM
Section Four Objective: Teach the items detailed within the Natural GAS PROCESSING SYSTEMs & Gas PIPELINES section to develop a basic understanding of all the aspects required for future facility operators.
Natural GAS PROCESSING SYSTEMs & GasPIPELINES
- Introduction
- Typical Contents of Natural Gas
- Natural Gas Dehydration Systems
- The Triethylene Glycol/Gas Dehydration System
- Filter Coalescers & Inlet Scrubbers
- Filter Coalescers
- Vertical Two Phase Inlet Scrubbers
- Glycol Contact Tower (Absorber)
- Glycol Pumps
- Heat Exchangers
- Glycol-Condensate-Gas Separators
- Glycol Reboilers
- Natural Gas Pipelines
- Compressors
Lunch 12:00 - 1:00 PM (Resume Section Four until 2:00 PM)
Break
2:00 - 2:15 PM
Section Five
Pages 73 - 86
2:15 - 4:00 PM
Break
3:15 - 3:30 PM
Resume Section Five until 4:00 PM
Section Five Objective: Provide an in depth review (through formal lecture and presentation) of all materials within the Oil Processing Systems & Storage section.
Oil Processing Systems & Storage
A. Introduction
B. Oil Treater Applications
C. Horizontal Heater/Treater Vessels
D. Oil Storage (Stock Tanks)
E. LACT Unit
F. Oil Pipeline & Pump Systems
Section Six
Pages 87 - 90
4:00 - 5:00 PM
Section Six Objective: Teach the items described within the Water Processing & Waste Water Treatment section to develop a basic understanding of all the aspects required for facility operators.
Water Processing & Waste Water Treatment
- Introduction
- Sump Systems & Skimmer Tanks
- Loose Media Coalescers
- Flotation Cells
- Hydrocyclones
Chapter Two
Pages 1 - 198
PSST Day Two (8 Hours) 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Module One
Pages 5 - 45
8:00 - 9:30 AM
Module 1 Objective. Describe contents of Module One to insure complete understanding of Abbreviations, Descriptions, Safety Device Symbols & Lettering System.
Important Abbreviations & Descriptions, Safety Device Symbols & Lettering System.
Break
9:30 - 9:45 AM
Module Two
Pages 46 - 58
9:45 - 10:45 AM
Module 2 Objectives. Teach Process Variables, Undesirable Events, Primary & Secondary Protection, and Definitions to insure future utilization by attendees. Insure attendees are able to utilize reference materials concerning subject contents.
Process Variables, Undesirable Events, Primary & Secondary Protection, Definitions.
Module Three
Pages 59 - 73
10:45 - 11:30 AM
Module 3 Objective. Describe the contents of Module 3 to insure understanding of subject contents.
Emergency Support Systems, Other Support, Systems, Standard Process & Safety
Component Definitions.
Module Four
Pages 74 - 93
11:30 - 1:45 PM
Resume Module Four until 1:45 PM
Module 4 Objectives. Teach the important contents of Module 4 materials according to the requirements API-RP 14C, 30 CFR 250 & 254. Stress the important of these rules and regulations to the overall safety and operating procedures of the production facility.
Lunch 12:00 - 1:00 PM
(Resume Module Four until 1:45 PM)
API RP 14C Safety System Recommendations, & 30 CFR 250 & 254- Code of Federal Regulations.
Break
1:45 - 2:00 PM
Module Five
Pages 94 - 106
2:00 - 3:15 PM
Module 5 Objectives. Teach the contents of 30 CFR 250 Subpart H. Have attendees calculate the math equations required by determining Pressure Safety High and Low Settings from HOP & LOP values provided. Have attendees apply test taking logic skills to information provided.
Requirements of 30 CFR 250, Subpart H, Section 803 & API RP 14C.
Break
3:15 - 3:30 PM
Module Six
Pages 107 - 109
3:30 - 3:45 PM
Module 6 Objective. Have attendees learn Test Frequencies and Leakage Rates of Safety Devices as described and discussed in class lecture.
Required Safety Device Test Schedule, Allowance Leakage Test Rates, ESD Time Response & Test Records
Module Seven
Pages 110 - 138
3:45 - 4:45 PM
Module 7 Objective. Have attendees learn how to utilize the SAC, SAFE Charts and other information provided in lecture. Have attendees diagram schematic example provided. Test understanding of information by verbal question/answer session with all attendees participating.
Safety Analysis Checklists Example Exercises, & SAC Reference Tables a.1 -10
Module Eight
Pages 139 - 142
4:45 - 5:00 PM
Module 8 Objective. Have attendees identify Safety Device items from illustrations provided within module.
Safety System Component Picture, Identification Exercise (Ten Items)
PSST Day Three
(8 Hours) 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Module Nine
Pages 143 - 144
8:00 - 8:20 AM
Module 9 Objectives. Have attendees identify Safety Device “Bubble” symbols from illustrations provided within module in the identification practice session.
Safety Device Symbols, Identification Exercise (Twenty Items)
Module Ten
Pages 145 - 154
8:20 - 10:15 AM
Module 10 Objectives. Discuss Safety Device test procedures and demonstrate how the components function. Depict video “clips” of the Safety Device’s operation
Safety Device Test Procedures
Break
9:30 - 9:45 AM
Module Eleven
Pages 155 - 165
10:15 - 11:30 AM
Module 11 Objective. Teach the requirements detailed within the module to be in compliance with MMS/USCG rules and regulations.
MMS/USCG Requirements
Module Twelve
Pages 166 - 179
11:30 - 1:45 PM
Module 12 Objective. Teach the specific procedures required by MMS rules and regulations to adhere to Lock-Out/ Tag-Out requires for all the components detailed within the module.
Out-of-Service & Temporary Out-of-Service, Regulations According to 30 CFR 250.803 (c) (1)
Lunch 12:00 - 1:00 PM (Resume Module Twelve until 1:45 PM)
Break
1:45 - 2:00 PM
Module Thirteen
Pages 180 - 198
2:00 - 2:30 PM
Module 13 Objectives. Teach the general requirements of instrumentation systems used within the offshore oil/gas industry. Teach the basics of Electricity, Programmable Logic Controllers, Field Instruments operation and simplified trouble shooting techniques.
Introduction to Instrumentation/PLC
Hands–On & Written Examination Testing
2:30 - 5:00 PM
Break
3:00 - 3:15 PM
Training Program Policy & Manual Section Information Requirements
Section V. Student Learning Objectives & Prerequisites
Section VII. Simulations & Practice Exercises, B.
Practical Evaluation Form:
A total of 5 (five) Hands-On Exercises as detailed in the Hands–On Evaluation form shall be provided for each participant.
The maximum number of participants who can attend the instructor’s demonstration of the Hands-On Exercises are 4 (four) at one time.
Scoring.
Each Hands–On Evaluation participant shall be tested individually on Day 3 of the T2 class. A minimum score of 85% is required to pass the Hands-On Evaluation examination attached. The Hands-On Evaluation requires that the participant wear a regulation (OST furnished) Hard Hat and Safety Glasses.
Section IX. Course Management, Structure & Administration, A. Class Size
Practical evaluation shall include the following:
PSV: Apply Test Pressure to manifold assembly to determine Pressure Setting. Record Pressure Setting indicated on Pressure Gauge. Reset PSV Pressure Setting to either 10 PSI above or below current Pressure Setting. Record Pressure Setting indicated on Pressure Gauge.
PSH: Apply Test Pressure to manifold assembly to determine Pressure Setting. Record Pressure Setting indicated on Pressure Gauge. Reset PSH Pressure Setting to either 10 PSI above or below current Pressure Setting. Record Pressure Setting indicated on Pressure Gauge.
PSL: Apply Test Pressure to manifold assembly to determine Pressure Setting. Record Pressure Setting indicated on Pressure Gauge. Reset PSL Pressure Setting to either 10 PSI above or below current Pressure Setting. Record Pressure Setting indicated on Pressure Gauge.
LSH: Apply increasing water level to actuate LSH. Observe correct response (loss of output pressure). Adjust accordingly at midlevel within Sight Glass assembly if necessary whenever the fluid level is even with the LSH float. Decrease water level to regain LSH output pressure and return to normal service.
LSL: Decrease water level to actuate LSL. Observe correct response (loss of output pressure). Adjust accordingly at midlevel within Sight Glass assembly if necessary whenever the fluid level is even with the LSL float. Increase water level to regain LSL output pressure.
- Part 4 - Pressure Switch/Transmitter
Apply Test Pressure to manifold assembly to determine Pressure Setting. Verify electric switch contact operation with test meter. Record Pressure Setting indicated on Pressure Gauge. Reset Pressure Setting to either 10 PSI above or below current Pressure Setting. Record Pressure Setting indicated on Pressure Gauge.
- Part 5 - ESD Function Test and Timing of SSV, SDV, SCSSV
Pull ESD Valve Knob. Record timed closure of SSV. Adjust Time Delay to either increase timed exhaust by plus or minus 15 seconds. Observe second timed response. Record results of observation. |
