Engineering Procedure

SAEP-1141 29 June 2005

Radiation Protection
for Industrial Radiography
Document Responsibility: Environmental Protection Department

Saudi Aramco DeskTop Standards

Table of Contents

1 Scope............................................................. 3
2 Conflicts and Deviations................................ 3
3 ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable). 3
4 Contacting Inspection Department
Radiation Protection Officer (ID-RPO)........... 4
5 Applicable Documents................................... 4
6 Radiation Risk Assessment........................... 4
7 Personnel....................................................... 5
8 Permits........................................................... 9
9 Radioactive Source Storage Facilities......... 11
10 Equipment and Materials............................. 14
11 Dose Limits................................................... 23
12 Restricted Access to Radiation Areas.......... 25
13 Transportation.............................................. 27
14 Protection of Radioactive Sources............... 31
15 Procedures for Handling Sealed Sources.... 32
16 Emergency Procedure.................................. 35
17 Requirements Specific to
Contract Radiographic Services.................. 38
18 Violations and Incidents –
Administrative Response............................. 39
19 Records........................................................ 42
20 Record Responsibility................................... 43
21 ID-Personnel Duties and Responsibilities.... 45

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Table of Contents (Cont'd)

Appendix 1 – Definitions and Abbreviations...... 54

Appendix 2 – ID-Radiation
Organizational Structure...................... 58
Appendix 3 – Units Conversions........................ 59
Appendix 4 – Radiographic Work
Fax Notification.................................... 60
Appendix 5 – Requests for Temporary
Radioactive Source Storage Permit..... 61
Appendix 6 – Personal Radiation
Exposure Record................................. 62
Appendix 7 – Utilization and Tracking Log......... 63
Appendix 8 – Saudi Aramco Temporary
Radioactive Source Storage Pit........... 64
Appendix 9 – Saudi Aramco Permanent
Storage Pit........................................... 65
Appendix 10 – Radiation Incident
Notification Industrial Radiography...... 69
Appendix 11 – Radiation Incident
Preliminary Report............................... 70
Appendix 12 – Transport Box............................ 71

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1 Scope

This procedure covers the minimum requirements for safe use, handling, storage, and
transport of ionizing radiation producing equipment and materials used for Industrial
Radiography in compliance with the requirements of GI-0150.003 and shall be
applicable to all organizations and personnel utilizing ionizing radiation sources on
Company property (see definitions) for the purpose of industrial radiography. The
requirements contained herein are subject to change based on revisions and
clarifications issued by the Regulatory Authority, King Abdulaziz City for Science and
Technology (KACST).

For the purposes of this procedure, the title "Radiation Safety Officer (RSO)" is herein
after referred to as "Radiation Protection Officer (RPO)". With regards to this
procedure and compliance with National Regulations, the titles, RSO and RPO are
identical in all respects including duties, responsibilities and obligations.

2 Conflicts and Deviations

2.1 Direct all requests to deviate from this procedure in writing to the Company or
Buyer Representative, who shall follow internal company procedure SAEP-302
and forward such requests to the Supervisor of Radiation Protection Unit (RPU)
of Environmental Protection Department (EPD).

2.2 Any conflicts between this procedure and other Saudi Aramco Engineering
Standards (SAES's), Materials System Specifications (SAMSS's), Standard
Drawings (SASD's), industry standards, codes, and forms shall be resolved in
writing through the Supervisor of Radiation Protection Unit (RPU) of
Environmental Protection Department (EPD).

3 ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable)

For the application of ALARA principle (see definitions) the user of this procedure is
advised that any unnecessary radiation dose is not acceptable and that it is the
responsibility of all those working with or handling sources of radiation to work in a
manner that limits exposure to radiation to themselves and to others. Every reasonably
achievable means to reduce radiation exposure shall be taken. Under no circumstance is
urgency to complete a task justification not to take reasonable measures to reduce
radiation dose. The user of this procedure should contact the RPO any time he feels
that demands compromise obligation to meet the concepts of ALARA.

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4 Contacting Inspection Department Radiation Protection Officer (ID-RPO)

Any individual having information regarding mishandling of radioactive material,

violations, safety hazards, etc., is required to contact the ID-RPO (RSO) or Assistant
ID-RPO. The ID-RPO can be contacted by calling 03-872-0415 and 03-872-0233.

5 Applicable Documents

5.1 Saudi Aramco References

Saudi Aramco Engineering Procedures

SAEP-302 Instructions for Obtaining a Waiver of a
Mandatory Saudi Aramco Engineering
Requirement
SAEP-1140 Qualification of Saudi Aramco NDT Personnel
SAEP-1142 Qualification of Non-Saudi Aramco NDT
Personnel

General Instructions
GI-0002.100 Work Permit System
GI-0150.003 Saudi Aramco Ionizing Radiation Protection

Other Documents
KACST National Regulations for Radiation Protection
published 1997
OID-N-RS-01 Emergency Response Procedure
OID-N-RS-02 Radiographic Exposure Device Maintenance
OID-N-RS-03 Radiation Containment Building Radiation
Monitoring and Alarm System
OID-N-RS-04 Wipe Test – Radiographic Exposure Device

5.2 Industry Codes and Standards

ANSI CP-189 Standard for Qualification and Certification of
Nondestructive Testing Personnel

6 Radiation Risk Assessment

6.1 It is the responsibility of the Inspection Department Radiation Protection Officer

(ID-RPO), Assistant RPO, Area RPO or authorized designee to assess the

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radiation risk of all exposures of ionizing radiation. For applications of

industrial radiography, risks have been minimized by design of equipment and
safety requirements contained herein. The principal risk of overexposure is
therefore attributable to misuse of equipment, equipment malfunctions and
failure to follow safety procedures. A Radiation Risk Assessment shall be
prepared for each assignment involving using ionizing radiation. This shall
include:

6.1.1 Identification of Radiation Source

6.1.2 Calculated radiation level at 1 meter and 1 foot from the source

6.1.3 Pre-calculated distance required for 7.5 µSv/hr (0.75 mRem/hr) for an
unshielded source.

6.1.4 In the event that the assignment involves techniques not normally
encountered by the technicians, the technician is to be provided with
additional information (verbal or in writing) related to the risks.

6.2 On-Site risk assessments are required for radiographic assignments that involve
additional risks.

6.2.1 Scaffolding.

6.2.2 Confined space where it is not possible for equipment controls to be

placed outside of the enclosure.

6.2.3 Use of high-energy ionizing radiation such as Cobalt-60 or Linear

Accelerators.

6.2.4 Locations such as occupied buildings.

6.2.5 Any location or application whereby the Coordinator evaluates as not

being a typical routine assignment.

7 Personnel

7.1 Principal Personnel

The Saudi Aramco Inspection Department maintains a tiered organization of

personnel either exclusively assigned to Radiation Protection or having a
significant portion of their duties and responsibilities related to Radiation
Protection. The minimum safety requirement or expectation when you perform
RT examination are approved equipments, work permits, survey of the
projector, inspection of equipment, set-up test area and constant surveillance or

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examination. The duties, responsibilities and where applicable, qualifications of

the department's radiation protection personnel are included in Section 21 of this
procedure and GI-0150.003. Followings are the main personnel responsible for
running the radiation protection program for industrial radiography within Saudi
Aramco Inspection Department:

7.1.1 Department Manager

As defined by KACST, the Department Manager is the "Director of

Facility" and has the ultimate authority in Department matters dealing
with Radiation Protection.

7.1.2 The Inspection Department-Radiation Protection Officer (ID-RPO)

Duties and responsibilities of ID-RPO are defined in GI-0150.003 and

Section 21 of this document.

7.1.3 Area Radiation Protection Officer (Area-RPO)

The duties of the RPO mimic those of the RPO at a field level and are
defined in GI-0150.003 and Section 21 of this document.

7.1.4 Autonomous Organization ID-RPO and/or area RPO

Autonomous Organizations (Operating facilities) where ionizing

radiation producing equipment or radioactive sources is issued to or
stored that are provided by the Inspection Department are classified as
Users and shall comply with the requirements of GI-0150.003
including reporting and the requirements of this procedure. The ID-
RPO retains responsibility and custody of all sources provided to the
USER and, as required, performs duties of the ID-RPO as defined in
this procedure. The User must designate a point of contact and backup
individual as Inspection Unit Designated Representatives. This
individual will maintain close coordination with the ID-RPO to assure
compliance with this procedure and GI-0150.003. This includes, but is
not limited to, completion of daily dosimetry reports, equipment/source
utilization logs, verification of the calibration status of instruments, etc.
These individuals will report any discrepancies noted to the ID-RPO.

7.1.5 Authorized Personnel (Radiation Workers)

Authorized personnel are those individuals who have been specifically

authorized to use, handle, transport or store ionizing radiation
producing equipment and radioactive sources. Requirements for these
personnel are defined in GI-0150.003 and Section 21 2 of this

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document. These individuals shall, at all times, maintain full

compliance to the requirements contained herein.

7.2 Personnel Qualifications for Industrial Radiography

The following describes the basic qualification of personnel involved in

Industrial Radiography and Radiation Protection personnel. Personnel assigned
as Assistant RPO, Area RPO, Assistant Area RPO, and Autonomous
Organization Inspection Unit Radiation Protection Officer and/or area RPO are
selected by ID-RPO and concurred by RPU/EPD.

7.2.1 Radiographic Technician – In addition to the following qualification

requirements, personnel performing radiography shall have completed
formal training in Radiation Safety (Radiation Protection) and shall be
in possession of a valid "Radiation Protection Permit" defined in
paragraph 8.3. Radiation Protection Permit remain the property of
Saudi Aramco and must be surrendered to RPU/EPD when the
individual will no longer work in the capacity of a Radiographer for
the Contractor or upon request by the RPU/EPD, ID-RPO or his
designated representative.

7.2.1.1 Trainee – Shall have completed minimum training

requirements defined in SAEP-1140 (SAEP-1142 for 3rd
party contractor personnel) for Industrial Radiography and
work under the direct supervision of a current certified RT
Level II technician. All activities by this individual while
in training shall be verified directly by the Level II
technician including, but not limited to, any connection of
associated equipment to the radiographic projector,
attachment of the control cable to the source connector and
any radiation surveys performed. Assignment of a
"Trainee" requires the review and approval of the ID-RPO
or designated representative.

7.2.1.2 Level I Radiographic Technician. Shall have completed

minimum training and experience requirements defined in
SAEP-1140 (SAEP 1142 for 3rd party contractor personnel)
for Level I Radiography and work under the direct
supervision of a current certified RT Level II technician.

7.2.1.3 Level II Radiographic Technician. Shall have completed

minimum training and experience requirements defined in
SAEP-1140 (SAEP 1142 for 3rd party contractor personnel)
for Level II Radiography. An RT Level II technician must

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have a minimum of 3 years field experience to be assigned

to work with Trainees and RT Level I technicians.

7.2.2 Radiation Protection Officer (Radiation Safety Officer) – To be

qualified as a Radiation Protection Officer, personnel shall as a
minimum meet the following:

7.2.2.1 Possession of a current RSO/RPO license issued by King

Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology (KACST); and

7.2.2.2 A minimum of 40 hours formal training in Radiation

Protection recognized by the regulatory authority; and

7.2.2.3 Qualified radiographer (minimum certification to ASNT or

ANSI CP-189 Level II radiographer or approved
equivalent) in industrial radiographic operations or ASNT
Level III RT certification; and

7.2.2.4 Formal training in the maintenance of radiographic

exposure devices utilized for industrial radiography (Note
1); and
Note 1: Maintenance training shall be directly applicable to the
approved radiographic exposure device and shall be
conducted by an organization approved by the ID-RPO.
Wherein the company has more than one RSO/RPO, at
least one shall have completed the maintenance training.

7.2.2.5 Formal training in retrieval of sources utilized in industrial

radiography (Note 2).
Note 2: Currently recognized source retrieval training includes
programs conducted by the Saudi Arabian Section of
ASNT, AEA Technologies (USA) and NRPB (UK). Other
programs may be considered applicable by the ID-RPO.
All registered RSO/RPO personnel shall have completed
such training.

7.2.3 Contractor RPO – Contract organizations with personnel working on

Saudi Aramco Property shall have in their employment a RPO meeting
the requirements defined above and one equally qualified and trained
back-up RPO. Wherein the contractor has more than one RPO, a
single individual shall be identified as the Company RPO as a single
point of contact and accountability.

7.2.4 Contract Organizations providing radiographic services on Saudi

Aramco property (other than manpower supply under the Inspection

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Department NDT contract) shall have sufficient RPO personnel to

enable effective and expedient response to incidents. Such personnel
shall be strategically located for a maximum emergency response time
of 6 hours. For remote locations where response time will exceed 6
hours, one technician will be appointed at the Site, "in Charge" having
sufficient experience to take action under the direction of the RPO to
reduce radiation levels pending arrival of recovery personnel. Such
circumstances may, at the discretion of the ID-RPO, require the
establishment of a formal response plan specific to the location.

7.3 Crew Requirements

Minimum number of personnel for crew requirements shall be as follows:

Equipment/Material Crew
Gamma Ray with all sources other than Co-60 2 technicians
Gamma Ray using Co-60 4 technicians *
X-Ray (≤ 350 KV) 2 technicians
X-Ray – (> 350 KV) Min 4 technicians

* At least one member of the radiographic crew using Co-60 shall have authorization for Co-60 on
the Radiographer's permit.

8 Permits

8.1 Work Permit

At least one member of a Radiographic crew should be in possession of a valid

Work Permit Receiver's card.

Only Hot Work permits shall be used unless all equipment including the Survey
Meter is certified intrinsically safe.
Note: Electronic equipment such as Survey Meters, Electronic Dosimeters, etc., are
not typically classed as intrinsically safe.

8.2 Radiation Work Permit

A Project Radiation Work Permit issued by the Inspection Department is

required for all radiographic work utilizing either x-ray or gamma-ray sources
by NDT Service Providers working on Saudi Aramco property. These permits
are issued to a contractor on a project basis and valid for 6 months.

NDT Service Providers are required to provide prior notification of all

radiography on Saudi Aramco property.

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8.3 Radiation Protection Permit (RPP) (previously was called Radiographer's

Permit)

Technicians/personnel using, handling, or transporting ionizing radiation

producing equipment and radioactive sources used for Nondestructive Testing
on Saudi Aramco property shall be in possession of a valid Radiation Protection
Permit (Radiographer's permit) for the use and handling of ionizing radiation
producing equipment and radioactive sources issued by Saudi Aramco
RPU/EPD. Saudi Aramco personnel in possession of a valid RPO license issued
by the Government Regulatory Authority, KACST and current ASNT Level III
certification are exempted. RPP details are as following:

8.3.1 Radiation Protection Permits (Radiographer's Permits) are valid for

two years and remain the property of Saudi Aramco and must be
surrendered when the individual no longer works in the capacity of a
Radiographer or upon request by the ID-RPO or his designated
representative.

8.3.2 The RPP may be suspended or canceled by an authorized

representative of RPU/EPD, the ID-RPO, Assistant ID-RPO,
designated representative, Area RPO, or authorized Radiation
Protection Assessor for the following reasons:

8.3.2.1 Due to violation of this procedure, the 1997 Government

Regulations, the organization's own radiation protection
procedure, or actions contrary to accepted normal practice
that demonstrate that the individual is a hazard to himself,
other radiation workers, or the general public.

8.3.2.2 The individual becomes physically incapable of carrying

out the duties and responsibilities of a radiation worker due
to debilitating illness or injury.

8.3.3 Suspension or cancellation of an individual's RPP will be reported in

writing to RPU/EPD. Only RPU/EPD has the authority to concur or
reject this suspension or cancellation. Refer to section 18 of this
procedure.

8.4 Temporary Radioactive Source Storage Pit Permit

A valid permit for temporary radioactive storage facility (formerly referred to

as: "temporary radioactive source storage facilities") issued by the Inspection
Department is required for the storage of sealed radioactive material on Saudi
Aramco property. The storage pit and contents thereof are subject to inspections

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by RPU/EPD, the ID-RPO or designated representative without prior notice. If

the storage pits are found in violation of the Contractor's or Saudi Aramco's
Radiation Protection procedures, requirements contained herein or Government
Regulations, the permit may be suspended or revoked.

9 Radioactive Source Storage Facilities

The design of all radioactive storage facilities (permanent and temporary) must be
approved by RPU/EPD. Designs for permanent and temporary storage pits are
standardized and have been pre-approved by RPU/EPD (Appendices 8 & 9). The
location of permanently installed facilities and temporary storages must be pre-
approved by RPU/EPD. When a standardized storage pit is used, the USER must
comply without exception to the RPU/EPD pre-approved design. Any temporary or
permanent storage pit not meeting the requirements of the standard pre-approved design
shall be considered as unique and requires specific approval of RPU/EPD.

Prior inspection and approval by ID-RPO or designated representative is required for all
facilities used to store radioactive material provided by the Inspection Department or for
Contractor temporary facilities on Company Property. Radiation Warning signs (in
Arabic and English) should be displayed on all doors, cover of the pit and fences of all
types of the storage facilities
Note: The use of radioactive source storage pits require the provision of handling devices
such as rope & hook, chain & hook, or pole & hook to enable personnel insert and
remove radiographic exposures devices to avoid potential personal injury.

9.1 Permanent Radioactive Source Storage Facilities for Industrial

Radiography

9.1.1 Only Saudi Aramco organizations (e.g., Inspection Department NDTU

and Operating Organizations) shall be authorized by RPU/EPD to
establish permanent radioactive source storage facilities on company
property. The location of permanent radioactive source storage
facilities should be located in a completely controlled area and within
Saudi Aramco facilities and far from populated buildings and areas.

9.1.2 ID-RPO shall have the authority to determine suitability of facilities

for storage of sealed radioactive material provided the facility design
has been approved by RPU/EPD. The use of any storage facility
deemed unsuitable for storage of radioactive material shall cease
immediately. Any radioactive material contained therein, will be taken
to the nearest Inspection Department radioactive material storage
facility and held until suitable and approved storage can be established.

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9.1.3 Radioactive Source Storage Bunker – is a permanent structure

designed for both physical security and radiological protection of the
radioactive material contained therein and shall be used only for the
storage of "Sealed" radioactive sources, containers and associated
equipment.

9.1.4 Under no circumstance shall combustible material be stored in the

bunker. This includes, for example, paper (other than the equipment
tracking log and procedures), boxes, rags, solvents, etc...

9.1.5 Storage facilities shall be kept locked at all times with limited
distribution of Keys. Personnel authorized to issue and receive sealed
radioactive sources include the Area RPO or designated representative,
and individuals specifically authorized by the ID-RPO. A roster of
authorized personnel shall be maintained at the facility. Storage
facilities and contents therein are subject to RPU/EPD inspections
without prior notice.

9.2 Temporary Radioactive Source Storage Permit (Isotope Storage Pit Permit)
(Utilized by Contractor providing radiographic services on company property.)

9.2.1 The Contractor shall maintain a utilization log with format approved
by the ID-RPO as part of the review and approval of the Contractor's
Radiation Protection Procedure. The log shall be kept at the storage pit
and shall show as a minimum provided date, time, and who a source
was issued to, where it is located at all times, and when returned and
by who.

9.2.2 The Inspection Department reserves the right to withhold issuance of a

permit if the contractor has one or more expired permits and the
storage pit(s) has not been removed or application for renewal received
has not been submitted.

9.2.3 Temporary storage facilities for industrial radiography sealed

radioactive sources shall comply with the requirements specified in
Appendix 8 of this document. It is the responsibility of the Contract
NDT service provider to prepare and submit application for temporary
storage facilities they will use on Company property regardless of who
the Prime Contractor is.

9.2.4 Permits for temporary storage facilities are issued to the NDT
Contractor who will utilize radioactive material on Saudi Aramco
property. This Contractor shall be held accountable for all activities
involved, conditions, and circumstances associated with the storage

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facility regardless of who installed it. Storage of radioactive material

by another contractor in the same storage pit is not permitted unless the
initial Contractor who the permit is issued to agrees, in writing, to
assume full responsibility in accordance with his procedure and this
document.

9.2.5 Permits for temporary storage facilities are issued for a period not to
exceed 6 months subject to renewal and must be posted along with the
approved radiation protection procedure on the surrounding fence.

9.2.6 The temporary storage pit shall be removed and the area restored to
pre-installation condition on or before expiration of the permit.
Removal is the responsibility of the organization the permit is issued
to.

9.2.7 Temporary storage pit is not permitted if the radius of the distance
between the jobsite and base is within 30 km. This distance allows
radiographers to travel to a jobsite complete a reasonable amount of
work and return safely to their base on the same day. Any project
work outside of this radius requires an approved pit to be provided at
site for safe overnight source storage and according to the specification
shown in Appendix 8.

9.2.8 The following actions by the ID-RPO, or the Area RPO or their
designated representatives may be taken for radiographic exposure
devices found stored on Saudi Aramco property without a valid permit
or the facilities deemed unsafe for storage of radioactive material.

9.2.8.1 The contractor shall be required to immediately remove

radiographic projectors from the site until an approval for
the storage facilities has been received.

9.2.8.2 The storage facilities shall be locked by the RPO, and the
contractor allowed access to the radiographic exposure
device(s) only for the purpose of removal and transport off
site.

9.2.8.3 The contractor shall be required to remove the storage

facilities regardless of pending applications for approval
and not reinstall until such a time as approval has been
received.

9.3 Offshore Storage

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9.3.1 Offshore storage applies to the storage of ionizing radiation producing

equipment and radioactive sources on offshore facilities such as work
boats, barges, platforms, etc...

9.3.2 Ionizing radiation producing equipment such as X-ray devices that do

not contain radioactive material shall be secured in a locked cabinet or
room with restricted access.

9.3.3 Radioactive material used for Industrial radiography offshore shall be

limited to Ir-192. For Se-75 specific approval of the ID-RPO is
needed. The maximum activity unless otherwise specifically
authorized by the ID-RPO shall not exceed 30 Ci.

9.3.4 A locker sufficient in size to accommodate both the radiographic

projector and, if required Type "A" or "B" over pack transport
container defined under the manufacturer's license, shall be used. The
locker shall be secured by welding or bolts such that in the event of a
disaster the locker will remain with the facility. The locker will be
clearly identified with Yellow/Black stripe painting and display the
standard radiation warning sign(s) visible from all approachable
directions. Signs shall be attached by bolts or other secure means and
are displayed only when the locker contains radioactive material.
Signs shall be in both Arabic and English.

10 Equipment and Materials

10.1 Radiation Monitoring Equipment

Radiation Monitoring Equipment refers to that equipment for which each

individual must have when handling, storing, working with or transporting
ionizing radiation producing sources (gamma-ray and X-ray devices). Radiation
monitoring devices are not required for X-ray equipment when securely
disconnected from power, with key removed and when such equipment do not
include any gamma-ray sources.

Each individual radiation worker shall have in his possession and in use:
• Thermoluminescence Dosimeter (TLD)
• Electronic Pocket Dosimeter or Alarm Rate Meter (Chirper)
• Quartz Fiber Direct Read Pocket Dosimeter (May be omitted if an approved
Electronic Pocket Dosimeter with dose displayed is in use.
• Calibrated Survey Meter.

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TLDs, and Electronic Pocket Dosimeters (or Alarm Rate Meters with Quartz
Fiber Direct Read Pocket Dosimeter) shall be worn on the trunk of the body
(preferably at chest level).

10.1.1 TLD

10.1.1.1 Personnel associated with radiation sources as described

above must wear an approved personnel dosimeter
(Thermolumeniscence Dosimeter (TLD). The TLD shall be
worn at chest level and care shall be taken that it is
correctly positioned so that the front of the TLD is facing
out.

10.1.1.2 A TLD shall be assigned to any individual where a potential

dose in excess of 10% of the annual limit for radiation
workers exists.

10.1.1.3 For the purpose of access to facilities or location where

radioactive material is stored, in use, or transported, any
individual not in possession of a TLD shall be classified as
"General Public" with the limits thereof applicable.

10.1.1.4 Possession of a TLD shall not be considered as

authorization to use, handle, store or transport ionizing
radiation producing material and equipment. Authorization
is defined in this procedure.

10.1.1.5 When not in use, TLD badges shall be stored in a radiation

free location of the assigned area office unless other
locations or circumstances are specifically authorized.

10.1.1.6 Anytime there is reason to believe that the TLD has been
exposed to radiation other than normal usage (e.g.,
accidentally dropped in an exposure area), all work will
cease immediately, equipment secured and returned to
storage and concerned personal of high exposure are ceased
from work. The TLD along with a report detailing the
circumstances of the abnormal dose shall be submitted
immediately to the ID-RPO and through him to RPU/EPD.
The individual will not resume duties associated with
radioactive material until cleared to do so by RPU/EPD.

10.1.2 Personal Radiation Alarm – Saudi Aramco Employees and Contractors

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Personnel working for Saudi Aramco either as an employee, contract

individual seconded to Saudi Aramco under the provisions of a
Manpower Supply or equivalent contract, or for a NDT Service
Provider (Contract NDT Company) directly hired by Saudi Aramco
shall have in their position and use an Electronic Pocket Dosimeters
having radiation dose and dose rate alarms, data logging, and displayed
radiation dose compatible with the Inspection Department Dose
Monitoring System.

10.1.2.1 All Saudi Aramco facilities having approved permanent

storage facilities for radioactive materials shall have at least
one reader station (Access Control Work Station (ACW))
connected to the Company Intranet Backbone and
configured to interface with the Inspection Department
Radiation Dose Monitoring System. Refer to the ID-RPO
for specification and details.

10.1.2.2 Radiation Workers shall utilize the ACW nearest to his

work location at the beginning and end of each work
day/shift or as soon as practically possible. If for any
reason the individual's Personal Alarming Dosimeter cannot
be logged into the ACW, work with radiation sources shall
not be permitted unless specifically authorized by the
ID-RPO.

10.1.2.3 Each individual shall maintain a daily dosimeter log

(appendix 6). The Electronic Pocket Dosimeter shall be
used for completion of this form in addition to utilizing of
the ACW.

10.1.2.4 Electronic Pocket Dosimeters shall be calibrated at intervals

of not greater than one year, when there is reason to suspect
the accuracy of the Electronic Pocket Dosimeters or at the
request of the ID-RPO or designated representative.

10.1.3 Personal Radiation Alarm – 3rd Party Contractor Personnel

10.1.3.1 Contractor Personnel working on Saudi Aramco property as

3rd Party Technicians shall have as a minimum Rate Alarm
Meter Personal Radiation Alarms with a dose rate threshold
of 2 mSv/hr (200 mRem) and shall not be adjustable by the
individual. It is recommended that personnel be provided
with Electronic Pocket Dosimeters as described above.

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10.1.3.2 When Rate Alarm Meters are used, individuals shall also
have Direct Read Pocket dosimeters having a range of 0 to
2 mSv, 0 to 2000 µSv (0 - 200 mRem). Pocket dosimeters
must be zeroed at the beginning of each day.

10.1.3.3 Pocket dosimeters shall undergo performance assessment at

12-month intervals in accordance with the manufacturer's
recommended procedure. Acceptable dosimeters must read
within ± 20% of calibration levels. Records of the
performance assessment shall be maintained by the User's
RPO.

10.1.3.4 Alarming or malfunctioning Personal Radiation Alarms

and/or Direct Read Pocket Dosimeters

If an individuals Electronic Pocket Dosimeter displays a

dose greater than the investigation level dose (paragraph
11.1.2), produces a continuous alarm or appears to be
malfunctioning, or if a Direct Read Pocket Dosimeter is
used, the dosimeter is off scale, all production work will
cease immediately.

An immediate radiation survey of the area and equipment

shall be performed. If the survey indicates a presence of
ionizing radiation beyond the index level of a properly
stored source, barriers shall be maintained identifying the
"Controlled Area". After the survey is completed, the
following steps should be followed:

10.1.3.4.1 If the source is in the shielded position or the

x-ray machine is off and the Personnel
Radiation Alarm and/or pocket dosimeter
continues to indicate receipt of a radiation
dose, confirm by radiation survey that there is
no release of radiation, secure equipment and
immediately notify the Area RPO, your
immediate supervisor and/or the Radiation
Protection Officer. Work is not to resume
until the malfunctioning dosimeter has been
replaced and the Area Coordinator or RPO has
approved resumption of work.

10.1.3.4.2 If the radiation source cannot be shielded,

insure access into the area is restricted to

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prevent a radiation hazard, and then notify the

RPO of the dosimeter and source condition for
further instructions.

10.1.3.4.3 Exposed TLD badge(s) will be processed as

soon as possible. All personnel associated
with the radiation incident shall not be allowed
to return to work until the results of the TLD
badge evaluation are received and reported to
the ID-RPO. RPU/EPD reserves the right to
impose further restrictions on authorization to
return to work.. Dosimeter (TLD) reports for
Contractor technicians shall be submitted to
the ID-RPO and forwarded to RPU/EPD as
soon as possible. Under no circumstances are
Contractor personnel permitted to return to
work after having been involved in an incident
until submission of their TLD reports.

10.1.3.4.4 If the total reported results of the TLD badge

are not in excess of the allowable limits,
individuals involved in the radiation incident
may return to active work assignments without
exceeding the annual limits.

10.1.3.4.5 If the total reported results of the TLD badge

are in excess of the allowable limits,
individuals involved in the radiation incident
will be given non-radiation work assignments
until they are released by the ID-RPO or
Assistant ID-RPO to return to active
radiographic work.

10.1.4 Radiation Survey Meters

Radiation Survey Meters shall be Geiger Mueller type with a

measurement range 2 µSv/hr (0.2 mRem/hr) to at least 10 mSv/hr
(1000 mRem/hr). When pulsed X-ray generators are in use, Ion
Chamber type survey meters shall, at the discretion of the ID-RPO, be
used in lieu of Geiger Mueller Meters.

Radiation Survey Meters used for field radiography shall have an

electronic LED or back-lit LCD display unless otherwise specifically

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approved by the ID-RPO and shall be provided with a hands-free

carrying strap.

10.1.4.1 Usage - Each radiographic technician shall have in use a

radiation survey Meter during all aspects of use, handling or
storing radioactive material, and when x-ray generating
equipment is used or at any time such equipment is
connected to power and therefore a potential of radiation
exposure exists. At least two radiation survey meters shall
be in use during the transportation of radioactive material.

10.1.4.2 An operational test of the survey meter shall be performed

each day prior to the commencement of work. This
operational test shall include a "battery check" or in the case
of electronic instruments assurance that the low battery
warning is not visible. Operators shall, at reasonable
intervals throughout the work day compare readings
between survey meters to assure that readings are
comparatively similar.

10.1.4.3 If for any reason, one survey meter is inoperable or

considered to be malfunctioning, radiographic operations
shall cease immediately and shall not be resumed until the
survey meter is replaced.

10.1.4.4 In the case where all survey meters are inoperable or

considered to be malfunctioning, the area shall be
considered as a radiation incident, and the Controlled Area
maintained until a working survey meter can be obtained
and used to verify the radiation condition.

10.1.4.5 All Radiation survey meters issued for use shall have been
calibrated within the past six (6) months, or when repairs or
adjustments are made. Calibration shall be performed by an
approved, independent agency. A calibration label shall be
affixed to the instrument showing the calibration agency
and date and record of calibration and maintenance
maintained.

10.1.4.6 Records of survey meters shall be maintained by the

USER's RPO.

10.1.5 Radiation Dose Monitoring System

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The Inspection Department Radiation Dose Monitoring System

provides for an on-line computerized radiation dose monitoring for
personnel designated as radiation workers in industrial radiography and
other application of radiation sources used for industrial inspection.
Refer to OID-N-RS-10 Dose Monitoring System for details.

10.1.5.1 Each Company Facility where Industrial Radiography

radiation sources are stored shall be equipped with at least
one Electronic Alarming Dosimeter reader station
connected to the Company Intranet and configured to
interface with the Inspection Department Radiation Dose
Monitoring System.

10.1.5.2 All personnel (employee and contractor) working under the

administration and direction of the Company shall be
provided with an Electronic Alarming Dosimeter
compatible with the Dose Monitoring System.

10.1.5.3 In addition to the "Daily Log", personnel shall Log-in their

Electronic Alarming Dosimeter ("Enter" as defined by the
system) at the beginning of their work shift and log-out
("Exit" as defined by the system) at the end of their work
shift for each day of involvement with sources of radiation.

10.1.5.4 Any malfunctions of the system, inability of the system to

"read" a specific Electronic Alarming Dosimeter", etc. shall
be reported immediately to the ID-RPO.

10.2 Approved Sealed Radioactive Sources

Sealed Radioactive sources used for Industrial Radiography shall be limited to

Ir-192, Se-75 and Co-60 unless otherwise specifically approved by both ID-RPO
and RPU/EPD. (Note: Cs-137 sources are acceptable as control sources for
X-ray pipeline crawlers.)

10.2.1 Ir-192, Se-75, Co-60, and Cs-137 shall be of a double encapsulation

design, be in compliance with ISO 2919, have Special Form
certification issued by the respective country Competent Authority and
registered with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)
and/or have a United Nation (UN) registration. Single encapsulation
designs with crimped retention or threaded outer capsule, otherwise
meeting the requirements of this paragraph, may be used with specific
approval by the ID-RPO. Any approval for non-double encapsulated

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designs shall not be considered as precedence for subsequent

approvals.

10.2.2 NDT Service Providers shall contact the ID-RPO or assistant ID-RPO
for information on current approved manufactures of sealed radioactive
sources.

10.3 Approval of radiation sources for industrial radiography other than Ir-192,
Se-75, and Co-60

The approval of these sources (radioactive or equipment producing radiation)

shall be obtained from ID-RPO and RPU/EPD. Use of X-ray generators (other
than accelerators) does not require specific approval provided they are clearly
identified in the Contractor's Radiation protection procedure.

10.4 Radiographic Equipment

10.4.1 Gamma Ray Sources

10.4.1.1 Only radioactive sources contained in approved Type B(U)

radiographic projectors may be transported, used, and with
specific approval, stored on Saudi Aramco property.
Approved projectors include GammaMat SE, AEA
Technologies (Techops, Amersham, Amertest, QSA) 660B,
and 880 Delta or Sigma radiographic projectors. The ID-
RPO and RPU/EPD together may approve other exposure
devices for specific applications.

10.4.1.2 NDT Service Providers are hereby advised that at the time
of issue of this procedure, use of 660 series radiographic
projectors have been phased out. Of the 660 series, only
660B projectors shall be used on Company property and
shall be transported in the original manufacturer provided
OPL (Over-pack with Lead) container.

10.4.1.3 Projectors (radiographic exposure devices), controls, and

guide/extension tubes shall be inspected and maintained in
accordance with the Operations Inspection Division, NDT
Unit procedure OID-N-RS-02 "Radiographic Exposure
Device Maintenance".
Note: Controls used for the 660B and 880 Delta or Sigma
projectors shall be in compliance with the manufacture's
equipment license. Under no circumstances shall
controls originally designed for the 660 projector be

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used. For identification, these controls have an

embossed logo letter "A" on both the control cable
connector and the control connector assembly body.

10.4.1.4 Complete Service in accordance with the Operations

Inspection Division, NDT Unit procedure OID-N-RS-02
"Radiographic Exposure Device Maintenance" shall be
performed at intervals not exceeding 12 months or:

10.4.1.4.1 Equipment exposed to harsh conditions which

could result in "sluggish" operation of the
moving parts or;

10.4.1.4.2 Determined during daily inspections to be

functioning improperly such that could lead to
unsafe conditions or;

10.4.1.4.3 Determined at the time of Quarterly Inspection

to require Complete Service due to physical
condition of the equipment or operation of
moving parts, or;

10.4.1.4.4 Immediately following a radiation protection

incident involving the equipment.

10.4.1.5 Only those components manufactured or approved in

writing by the original manufacturer for repair or upgrading
of equipment shall be used. Use of "used" components is
not permitted. At the time of complete inspection, all
springs except those for the lock shall be discarded and
replaced with new springs, unless otherwise approved by
the ID-RPO. Worn or distorted parts shall be replaced.

10.4.1.6 Personnel responsible for inspection and servicing of

Projectors, controls, and guide/extension tubes shall be
specifically trained and qualified for the work.

10.4.1.7 All radiographic exposure devices containing depleted

Uranium (DU) shall undergo a wipe test for detection of
possible removable contamination in accordance with
procedure OID-N-04.

10.4.2 X-Ray Equipment

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10.4.2.1 Use of X-ray generators (other than accelerators) for

industrial radiography up to 350 kVa does not require
specific type approval. X-ray generators being a source of
ionizing radiation require licensing by the Regulatory
Authority, KACST and are included in the Inspection
Department use license.

10.4.2.2 Contractor organizations providing radiography services on

company property may, upon submission of the appropriate
application permit, use X-ray generators up to but not
exceeding 350 kVa without specific type approval.
Preference shall be given to omni-directional generators.
Orthogonal, forward throw and panoramic generators must
have a justified application.

10.4.2.3 All protection precautions provided in this procedure shall

apply to operations with x-ray generators where applicable.
The following items are mandatory when using x-ray
generators.

10.4.2.3.1 Personal Radiation Monitoring

10.4.2.3.2 Radiation Survey meters for each crew

member (Ion Chamber type survey meter to be
used for battery operated pulsed x-ray units)

10.4.2.3.3 Lock-out device (e.g., panel key)

10.4.2.4 Radiation survey meters shall be used in the same manner

as they are used with radioactive materials. Survey meters
shall be used at all times when equipment is connected to
power source regardless if x-rays are being generated or
not.

10.4.2.5 No x-ray unit shall be left unattended. The control shall be

locked after each exposure.

11 Dose Limits

The following establishes the maximum personnel dose limits. The limits established
below do not imply that reaching dose limits is acceptable. In accordance with ALARA
principle it is the responsibility of the individual to reduce the dose level anywhere
possible.
Notes:

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1) The official documents for reference to radiation dose limits are GI-0150.003 and
the KACST regulations.

2) Any unnecessary radiation dose is unacceptable. Therefore, the limits defined

below are the lower limit of "unacceptability". Application of ALARA principle is
mandatory.

11.1 Occupational

11.1.1 Annual Limit

Whole Body: 20 mSv (2 Rem)

Hands, forearms, feet and ankles 500 mSv (50 Rem)

Annual Whole Body limit may be increased to 50 mSv (5 Rem) per

year provided the exposure during 5 consecutive years does not exceed
100 mSv (10 Rem).

11.1.2 Investigation Dose Level

11.1.2.1 The User's RPO, Area RPO, or designated representative

shall conduct an informal investigation by interview or
other appropriate means of any individual's daily dose
exceeding 0.5 mSv (50 mRem) or monthly dose exceeding
1 mSv (100 mRem). The affected individual shall be
counseled on methods and procedures of dose reduction and
a report forwarded to the ID-RPO. The User's RPO shall
review such reports and if deemed necessary require further
investigation by the ID-RPO, or assign a designee. Reports
of Investigation Level dose shall be forwarded to
RPU/EPD. If it is determined that the investigation dose
level is the result of an incident, the incident shall be
reported in accordance with the requirements of section 15
of this procedure.

11.1.2.2 At the discretion of the ID-RPO, individuals having

repeated doses in excess of the investigation limit shall be
required to:

11.1.2.2.1 Attend additional training, or

11.1.2.2.2 Have limits placed on work activity, or

11.1.2.2.3 Surrender RPP (Radiographer's permit), or

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11.1.2.2.4 Any combination of any of the above.

11.2 Non-Occupational (General Public)

Annual Limit

Whole Body: 1 mSv (100 mRem)

The maximum permissible dose limit for Non-Occupational exposures to

radiation shall, when required, be determined by calculation taking into
consideration utilization factors for the exposure device and occupancy factors.
As an alternative, an area TLD may be used and processed at intervals deemed
necessary by the ID-RPO to evaluate area radiation dose levels.

Ionizing radiation producing material or equipment shall not be used, stored or

transported in any way that could result in levels which, if a non radiation
worker were continuously present in the area, would result in a dose in excess of
1 mSv (100 mRem) in one year. In special circumstances, specifically
authorized, a higher dose could be permitted provided that the 5 year average
does not exceed 1 mSv (100 mRem) per year.

Radiation dose associated with Non-Occupational (General Public) personnel

can be determined by calculation or by representative area TLD with results
extrapolated over the anticipated duration of exposure.

12 Restricted Access to Radiation Areas

12.1 Controlled Area

12.1.1 Access to the controlled area is restricted to authorized radiation

workers only, anytime control of this area cannot be maintained, all
work is to cease immediately and shall not be resumed until control is
regained. Radiation levels at the Controlled Area boundary shall not
exceed a measured 7.5 µSv/hr (0.75 mRem/hr). Equipment shall be
confirmed as secured and the area safe.

12.1.2 When there is insufficient area to permit a boundary extending to a

measured 7.5 µSv/hr (0.75 mRem/hr), the Area RPO, may permit a
smaller boundary area provided the calculated average dose in any one
hour does not exceed 7.5 µSv (0.75 mRem).

12.2 Supervised (Observed) Area

The Supervised Area is based on an estimated distance where the dose level
averaged over one hour will not exceed 2.5 µSv/hr (0.25 mRem/hr). Though it

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is not required to establish a barrier at this limit, it is the responsibility of the

radiation worker to maintain observation of this area to assure that workers do
not enter the controlled area.

12.3 Controlled Area Warning Signs and Barrier Tape or Rope

The Controlled Area must be clearly identified to provide adequate notification

to the General Public (Non-radiation workers) of the presence of work involving
ionizing radiation by radiation warning signs and barricade with approved
radiation warning barrier tape or orange rope with radiation warning pennants.

12.3.1 Warning Signs

A minimum of four (4) free-standing radiation warning signs shall be

posted at the Controlled Area boundary so that warning is provided for
all approachable directions. In complex locations where equipment
and structures can obscure observation of the warning signs, additional
signs shall be used so that warning is provided for all directions and
point of entry to the controlled area.

When the radiographic exposure device is elevated such as on a

platform, in a confined space, or in a ditch, an additional sign shall be
placed at the point of entry.

Signs shall have a minimum height of 1 meter. Radiation warning

shall be in both Arabic and English languages and have the
international radiation trefoil symbol. Signs used in subdued lighting
conditions shall be reflective.

12.3.2 Barricade Tape / Rope

Barricade consisting of barrier tape or rope shall be extended for the

full perimeter of the Controlled Area. In remote areas where there is a
limited or no presence of personnel other than the radiographic crew,
such as pipeline work, barrier tape or rope is not required unless even
with limited other personnel, such personnel could interfere with the
radiographic operations.

Where radiography is being conduced in "multi-story" applications and

access to the level (and above or below) where the work is conducted,
additional barricades shall be established at each accessible level.

12.3.2.1 Barrier Tape

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Barrier tape, if used, shall include wording in Arabic and

English languages and the trefoil radiation symbol
continually printed long the length of the tape. Tape shall
have a yellow background with wording and symbols
including stripes, if present, with black print providing a
high contrast for easy visibility. Radiation symbol shall be
printed in black. Any twisting or rolling of the tape that
could impede visibility shall be corrected by repositioning
of the tape or replacement.

12.3.2.2 Barrier Rope

Barrier Rope, if used, shall be bright orange in color and

shall have approved radiation warning pennants spaced
every 3 meters or less.

12.3.2.3 Pennants

If barrier rope is used, Radiation warning Pennants

(hanging signs) shall be attached to the rope. Pennants shall
have a yellow background with radiation warning printing
and the trefoil symbol printed on both sides in black to
provide stark contrast. Radiation symbol shall be printed in
black.

12.3.3 Controlled Area Lighting

In situations where radiographic operations are conducted at night,

floodlights shall be provided to illuminate the Controlled Area to aid
observation by the radiographers. In remote areas (e.g., pipelines)
where there the area is open and there is either no or limited
opportunity of approach by members of the general public, high
intensity spotlights can be used.

In subdued lighting conditions, red or yellow flashing warning lights

shall be used with the radiation warning signs defined above. Lights
shall be attached to or positioned next to the warning signs. It is
recommended that strobe flashing lights be used, but in lieu of these,
conventional "traffic" flashing lights can be used.

12.3.4 Radiation Survey of Controlled Area

12.3.4.1 A radiation survey shall be conducted as soon as the source

is exposed to confirm correct barrier radiation limits. The

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radiographer shall keep the area under constant surveillance

to protect against unauthorized or accidental entry.

12.3.4.2 The radiographer must complete a radiation survey at each

radiographic work location.

12.3.4.3 If any unauthorized person enters the radiation area the

source will be retracted and no exposures made until the
area is cleared. The area NDT Coordinator shall be
verbally notified of the situation and if deemed necessary,
the situation shall be considered as an "Incident" requiring
investigation.

13 Transportation

13.1 Vehicle Transportation

13.1.1 Vehicles used for the transport of radioactive material used for
industrial radiography shall be equipped with a storage compartment
designed for that purpose. The storage compartment SHALL be
securely affixed to the vehicle by bolts, welding, or industrial cargo
straps* to retain the contents in the event of a vehicle accident and
shall be equipped with lock(s) to prevent unauthorized removal of the
contents or the box. Such compartments shall be subject to inspection
by the ID-RPO or designated representative and RPU/EPD.
* Use of industrial cargo straps for radiographic exposure device transport
shall be considered as a temporary measure and requires the specific
approval of the ID-RPO or assistant ID-RPO.

13.1.2 Vehicle storage compartment used for industrial radiography exposure

device(s) SHALL provide shielding such that the maximum Transport
Index does not exceed the requirements of Yellow Label II which is
0.5 mSv/hr (50 mRem/hr) at the surface and 0.01 mSv/hr (1 mRem/hr)
at one meter. Further, the dose level at any occupant position or
exterior surface of the vehicle shall not exceed 7.5 µSv/hr (0.75
mRem/hr). ALARA principle shall be applied to reduce radiation
levels in the occupant portion of the vehicle.

13.1.3 Radioactive sources and X-ray generators shall be secured by lock and
key to prevent (as reasonable as possible) unauthorized removal.

13.1.4 Exceptions to the foregoing shall be considered on a case-by-case basis

with the specific approval of the ID-RPO or his designated
representative.

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13.1.5 Vehicles used for industrial radiography shall be open bed pick-up
trucks ¼ ton or greater. Transport boxes to be mounted towards the
rear of the vehicle farthest from the passenger compartment.

13.1.6 Vehicle Placard: According to the KACST (National Radiation

Protection Authority) regulation, "Danger Radiation" placards to be
posted on three sides of the vehicle (both sides of the vehicle and rear
side). Until otherwise notified, Saudi Aramco vehicles are excluded
from this instruction and are allowed to continue with its present
practice which is to securely affixed the placards to the front and rear
of the vehicle transporting radioactive sources. When vehicle is not
being used for the transport of radioactive materials, the "Danger Radiation"
signs affixed on the front and rear of the vehicle shall be temporarily
removed or be reversed or covered, indicating that there is no radioactive
material loaded on the vehicle.

13.1.7 An Emergency Contact information card shall be prominently

displayed within the passenger compartment of the vehicle clearly
identifying that in the event of an emergency, who is to be contacted.
Also, the emergency procedure to be followed should be available in
the passenger compartment.

13.1.8 Personnel being transported in a vehicle equipped to transport

radioactive material including technicians, drivers, helpers, etc., must
have received training in radiation protection and be prepared to
respond to emergency situations. All personnel must have in use
required personal dosimetry and survey instrumentation at all times
when radioactive materials are stored or transported in the vehicle.

13.1.9 The maximum permissible speed for vehicular transport of

radiographic projectors or shipping containers of radioactive sources
for radiographic projectors is 90 km/hr or the posted speed limit
whichever is less.

13.1.10 Two vehicles equally equipped are required for the transport of Cobalt-
60 radiographic projectors.

13.1.11 Personnel required for transport of radiographic projectors is primarily

governed by the number of individuals required to physically transfer
the equipment from one vehicle to another. Typically, only one
individual is required for the transport (no radiographic assignments)
of Ir-192 radiographic projectors. Cobalt-60 projectors typically
require 4 individuals to move without the aid of lifting devices. In
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Co-60, additional personnel shall be available within a distance having

a travel time of not more than one hour to assist in movement of the
projector provided transport personnel have radio or mobile phone
communications. Otherwise, the minimum number of personnel
required for transport of Co-60 is four.

13.2 Air Transportation

13.2.1 In the event transportation of radioactive sources is to be by Saudi

Aramco fixed or rotary wing aircraft, such material MUST be in
compliance with the Saudi Aramco Aviation Department General
Instructions and further, in compliance with the International Air
Transportation Authority (IATA) regulations regarding the
transportation of hazardous goods.

13.2.2 The shipper is responsible for the preparation of the transportation

manifest and the required IATA "Dangerous Goods Declaration" form.

13.2.3 The Pilot may, at his discretion, decline to permit the transport of
radioactive sources, regardless of regulatory and/or procedural
compliance. In the event that this occurs, the ID-RPO may be
contacted to assist in arrangements for next available transportation
and determine justification for declining the transport. Radioactive
material shall be secured at all times.

13.2.4 RPO or designated representative should record the specifications (e.g.,

type, and identification) of the radioactive materials before its
transportation and after receiving. Radiation survey to be performed
before sending the radioactive package and after receiving it. The
survey record to include the radiation level at the surface and transport
index. The record of the radiation surveys should be kept with both
RPO's located at the shipping and receiving locations. (Sender and
receiver).

13.3 Water Transportation

13.3.1 Radioactive sources transported by boat must be secured in a Type B

transport container having a maximum "Yellow Label-II" transport
classification.

13.3.2 Transport container shall be secured in such a way that in the event of
a disaster the container will remain with the boat. Securing is at the
discretion of the boat Captain, load master, or personnel responsible
for stowage.

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13.3.3 A survey shall be conducted such that the maximum radiation dose at
occupied areas of the boat will not exceed 7.5 µSv/hr (0.75 mRem/hr).
Additional lead may be added to further reduce radiation levels.

13.4 Bulk Radioactive Source Transport

Bulk Radioactive Source Transport applies to radioactive source shipments from

the port of entry to the distribution site and for depleted radioactive material,
from the distribution site to the port of export.

13.4.1 Transport must be in an approved and licensed Type B Transport

Container and shall not exceed the permissible Transport Index dose
limits of Yellow Label-III.

13.4.2 It is not required that such transport containers be stored in vehicle

transport box due to the variety of size and shape of transport
containers encountered. However, such containers must be secured in
an open bed pick-up truck ¾ ton or greater, situated as far from the
driver's position as possible. Transport containers must be transported
in the approved Transport Box. The design of the Transport Box
should be according to the recently approved design by KACST and
RPU/EPD as shown in Appendix 12. The Transport Box should be
affixed to the vehicle by welding, bolts, wire rope, cargo transport
straps, etc. such that the transport box will remain with the vehicle in
the event of an accident.

13.4.3 Transport containers must be secured within the Transport Box to

prevent shifting during transit by ratchet nylon or wire rope shipping
straps secured to the truck bed by anchor bolts. Straps must be drawn
tight to prevent load shifting during transport and be capable in
quantity and type to retain the load in the vehicle in the event of a
vehicular accident. Method of securing transport containers is subject
to inspection and approval.

14 Protection Of Radioactive Sources

14.1 Storage

14.1.1 Equipment producing ionizing radiation and radioactive sources must

be secured in approved locked storage. These include Source Storage
Bunker, Source Storage Pit (Temporary or Permanent) or in transport
containers. Each facility must be specifically approved by the ID-RPO
or designated representative in accordance with storage facility
approval requirements (see section 9). Unless otherwise specifically

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approved by the ID-RPO or designated representative, vehicles shall

not be used for the storage of radioactive material. Vehicles with
radioactive materials should not be parked in public areas unattended.

14.1.2 X-ray equipment shall be stored in secure cabinets; containers or other

lockable means that securely restricts access by authorized personnel
only. Facilities designed specifically for radiation exposures may be
used provided the ability of the equipment to generate ionizing
radiation is inhibited by a lock-out key.

14.1.3 Personnel accessing storage facilities for Equipment producing

ionizing radiation and radioactive sources used for industrial
radiography must be in possession of a valid RPP (Radiographer's
Permit) and have the required personal dosimetry described in section
10.1. Visitation to storage facilities by non-radiation workers requires
that such personnel be in possession of a pocket dosimeter or Personal
Radiation alarm, described in paragraph 10.1.2, and accompanied by a
qualified radiographic technician in possession of personal dosimetry
described in section 10.1. Access requires the approval of the ID-RPO
or Assistant ID-RPO and the facilities must be surveyed prior the
entrance of non-radiation workers.

14.2 Issue and Receiving

14.2.1 The issue and receiving of ionizing radiation producing equipment and
material (e.g., radiographic projectors, X-ray machines, etc.) must be
logged in the equipment utilization log clearly identifying the
responsible radiographic crew (see appendix 7). Unless specifically
approved by the ID-RPO, Assistant ID-RPO or Area RPO, on-site
transfer of radiographic projectors between crews is not permitted.
On-site transfer of equipment other than radiographic projectors may
be permitted and is subject to approval by the ID-RPO.

14.2.2 In the event on-site transfer of radiographic projectors is permitted, the

transfer must be recorded in the source tracking log including the new
location of use, the receiving crew names, and name of requester with
contact phone number. If the transfer occurs between shifts, the Area
RPO must perform and document the required "Daily Inspection" in
accordance with ID/OID procedure OID-N-RS-02.

14.3 Index Radiation Level

14.3.1 At the time of issue, an index survey of the projector shall be

conducted to determine the radiation level at 12" from the right side of

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the projector. The resulting value shall be recorded on the Safety Data
Check List and used throughout the radiographic assignment to assure
that the radioactive material is stored properly in the projector.

14.3.2 If the measured radiation level at the index point (12" from the right
side of the projector) exceeds the ± 20% of the index level at the time
of issue, during the radiographic assignment of a projector, all work is
to be stopped and the area classified as an Incident until otherwise
instructed by the ID-RPO, Area RPO, or appointed representative. All
index surveys shall be at the same distance.

14.3.3 At the time of return, an index survey of the projector shall be

conducted to confirm that the radiation level is within ± 20% of the
index level at the time of issue.

15 Procedures for Handling Sealed Sources

15.1 General

15.1.1 All sealed sources used for industrial radiography by Saudi Aramco
radiographic personnel shall be housed in approved; remote operated,
or shielded projector type devices. Any available natural shielding
shall be utilized and a tungsten collimating device shall be used at all
times with the exception of panoramic exposures.

15.1.2 When performing radiographic operations a radiation survey shall be

made after each exposure to determine that the radiation source has
been properly returned to its shielded position. The survey shall
continue as the radiographer approaches the projector with readings
taken at all sides of the projector to assure proper retraction. A survey
of the projector starts from the back (connector end) and proceeds
cautiously towards the front along either the left or right side of the
projector. The survey of the front of the projector is done by the
technician reaching and not moving in front. He will continue moving
the survey meter around the projector completing a 360 degree survey
of the projector. The technician is required to continue the survey to
the end of the guide tube keeping the survey meter with him during any
work with the source stop and film. After the physical survey is
completed the survey meter shall be kept with the technician.

15.1.3 In no case should the levels of radiation for the surveys noted above
exceed the following limits:

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15.1.3.1 When a radioactive source is returned to its shielded

position inside the storage camera, the radiation level 15 cm
(6 inches) from any surface shall not exceed the limitations
set forth by the manufacturer of the equipment.

15.1.3.2 When a radioactive source is in its shielded position inside

the radiographic projector, the maximum at any exterior
surface, shall not exceed 2 mSv (200 mR) per hour, or shall
not exceed 0.1 mSv (10 mR) per hour at 1 meter from any
exterior surface.

15.1.4 Radiographic Equipment

15.1.4.1 Each radiographer is responsible for checking his own

radiographic equipment (projectors, wind-outs, and
extensions) prior to each day's assignment. Daily inspection
requirements are defined in procedure OID-N-RS-02.

15.1.4.2 The following are operational steps that should be used

when operating radiographic projectors at the beginning of
a work assignment:
a) Assure the survey meter is operating properly prior to
unloading the projector from its storage container.
b) When the radiographic projector is in its work
location, layout the full length of the wind-out cables
keeping them as straight as possible.
c) Unlock the radiographic projector and turn the
locking device to the connect position, removing the
cap, exposing the source pigtail.
d) Connect the control cable to the pigtail.
e) Connect the wind-out cable to the projector and turn
the locking device to the lock position.
f) Move the shutter leaver to the connect position, attach
the front guide tube, and move the shutter leaver to
the fully open position. For 660B projectors, remove
the safety plug from the front of the radiographic
projector and connect the guide tube.
g) Place the guide tube at the exposure location making
sure there are no 90 degrees bends in the tube keeping
is as straight as possible.

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h) When the radiographic projector setup is complete,

turn the locking device to "operate".
i) Prior to the first radiograph, wind out the source to
conduct a radiation survey of the area roped off and/or
posted, to check that radiation levels at the
boundaries are at or below the established limits and
adjust position of boundaries as necessary.
j) At the end of each exposure, rewind the source into
the radiographic projector and conduct a physical
survey as described in 15.1.2.
k) When work is completed, and a survey conducted;
turn the locking device to the locked position,
disconnect the guide tube and close the connecter
shutter to the fully closed position. For 660B
projectors, replace the safety plug.
l) Turn the locking device to the connect position and
disconnect source pigtail, replace the cap, and turn the
locking device to its locked position and remove the
key (this locks the radiographic projector).
Note: Source surveys should always be made before,
during and after each exposure and when loading
and/or unloading an radiographic projector.

15.1.5 Source Changes

The ID-RPO or authorized individual appointed by the ID-RPO, will

be responsible for supervising or conducting radioactive source
changes for equipment owned or in the custody of Saudi Aramco.
Changing sources will be performed in accordance with the
manufacturer's or vendor's approved procedures and equipment.

16 Emergency Procedure

16.1 An incident is any conditions of loss of immediate control of the radiation

source, lost Equipment producing ionizing radiations or radioactive material; or
radiation exposures (or potential of radiation exposure) to radiation workers
and/or members of the general public in excess of permissible limits. All
incidents must be reported in accordance with the requirements of GI-0150.003.
Conditions of damage or malfunctions not resulting in a radiation exposure must
be reported directly to the ID-RPO.

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16.2 Emergency response involving Company incidents shall be in accordance with

Saudi Aramco procedure OID-N-RS-01. Emergency response involving
Contractor incidents on Company property shall be in accordance with the
Contractor's approved Radiation Protection Procedure and/or Emergency
Response Plan. The ID-RPO or RPU/EPD reserves the right to invoke the
provision of OID-N-RS-01 for any Contractor Incident.

16.3 All incidents on Company Property involving Equipment producing ionizing

radiation or radioactive source owned by Inspection Department must be
reported immediately to the ID-RPO or designee and through him to RPU/EPD.
Initial notification may be by phone, radio, or relayed message followed by
written details. The ID-RPO or designee must be directly advised when a fax or
E-mail providing details of the incident is sent. Reports are subject to approval
by the ID-RPO or designee. In the event ionizing radiation producing
equipment or radioactive source issued to a User by the Inspection Department
is involved in incident, the user must report immediately to the ID-RPO in
addition to the reporting requirements set forth in GI-0150.003.

16.4 Incident Reporting

16.4.1 Notification

Prepare the Notification Report (Appendix 10). This form contains the
required information for verbal and fax notification.

Notify ID-RPO via telephone as soon a reasonably possible regardless

of the time of day or day of the week (see form for contact numbers).

Notify RPU/EPD via telephone as soon a reasonably possible during

regular business hours (see form of contact numbers).

A copy of the Notification Report shall be sent to the ID-RPO and

RPU/EPD via Fax as soon a reasonably possible (see form for fax
numbers).

Incidents that interfere with normal Company operations, injury or

debilitating overdose to radiation workers, and overdose to general
public shall be reported immediately by personal contact to Loss
Prevention, and other concerned organizations whose area will be
affected.

Notice: Soon, new notification procedure will become electronically

available through SAP system. The procedure covers all
items included in this section.

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16.4.2 Preliminary Reporting

Preliminary reporting shall be prepared using Appendix 11 and issued

by the User RPO within 2 business days to the ID-RPO and RPU/EPD.
(see form for address, fax and email information).

16.4.3 Final Reporting

The User RPO shall prepare a final report including description of the
incident, circumstances, personnel and equipment involved; corrective
action and preventative measures against reoccurrence. The final
report shall include the following applicable documents: reports by
individuals involved, Contractor RPO's report, TLD reports, ID-RPO
final report, notifications, photographs (if available). In the event of an
incident on Company property by contractor, a copy of the notification
to KACST is to be included.

Final report shall also contain both immediate causes and root causes.
The investigation team shall determine root causes using a structured
root cause analysis technique; refer to the Loss Prevention Department
for methodology.

Final report to be submitted to RPU/EPD within 15 working days from

the date of the incident. RPU/EPD will review the repot, if RPU/EPD
concurs with the report, it will be forwarded to managers of ID, EPD
and LPD. If RPU/EPD does not agree with the final report, then
RPU/EPD will do its own investigation.

Notification and reporting to ID and RPU/EPD is the responsibility of

the source licensee. Notification and reporting incidents of Saudi
Aramco owned sources to KACST should be performed through
RPU/EPD.

16.4.4 User Definition

For the purpose of notification and reporting, USER is defined as:

16.4.4.1 Inspection Department personnel and contractors

16.4.4.2 The ID-RPO is responsible for Notification and all

reporting of incidents involving ID employees and
Contractor technicians seconded to ID.

16.4.4.3 Contractor Incidents on Company Property

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16.4.4.4 The PMT Organization for Projects on Company Property

is the User of Fact for incidents involving Contract NDT
Service Providers on Company Property. At the option of
PMT, the ID-RPO may fulfill the notification and
responsibilities of PMT. Depending on the incident
circumstances, the ID-RPO may independently provide
notification and reporting in addition to the User's
obligation to comply with the requirements of GI-0150.003.

16.4.4.5 Incidents by Users of radiation sources provided by the

Inspection Department

16.4.4.6 Users of radiation sources provided by the Inspection

Department are required to meet the reporting requirements
of this procedure and GI-0150.003. Copies of the User's
Preliminary and Final reports shall be submitted to the ID-
RPO when meeting these reporting requirements. The ID-
RPO or designee will investigate incidents involving
radiation sources provided by ID and provide preliminary
and final reporting independent of the User's
responsibilities.

16.5 Contractor organizations providing radiographic services on Saudi Aramco

Property shall maintain all necessary equipment for emergency recovery at a
location whereby the transport of such would not exceed 6 hours unless
otherwise specifically authorized. Emergency equipment is subject to inspection
and approval by the ID-RPO or his designated representative.

16.6 The ID-RPO or designee shall be responsible for compliance with the
requirements of GI-0150.003 for notification of industrial inspection related
incident on Company property or involving Company employees working
outside of Company property.

17 Requirements Specific to Contract Radiographic Services

The following requirements specific to Contract Radiographic Services on Company

Property are in addition to the overall requirements of this procedure.

17.1 Regulatory Authority

The contractor shall maintain full compliance with the National Radiation
Protection regulations (issued 1997) and current revisions thereto and
subsequent requirements issued by the Saudi Arabia Government's Regulatory
Authority.

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17.2 Procedure Approval

The contractor is not permitted to use, store, or transport Equipment producing

ionizing radiation on Saudi Aramco Property without an approved Radiation
Protection Procedure. The Contractor's Radiation Protection procedure for
Industrial Radiography shall be reviewed and approved by the ID-RPO.
Contractor Radiation Protection Procedures are reviewed for approval at least
every 6 months or at other intervals required by the ID-RPO. The ID-RPO shall
submit all approved Contractor Radiation Protection Procedures once per two
(2) years or on demand to RPU/EPD. RPU/EPD may endorse approval, revoke
approval pending specified revisions, or require specific revisions prior to
subsequent approvals. Approval of the contractor's Radiation Protection
procedure may be withdrawn and subsequent activity involving the use and
handling of radioactive material and X-ray generators immediately suspended if
personnel are found to be in violation of Government Regulations, the
Contractor's procedure, comments contained in the Document Review or Saudi
Aramco Radiation Protection Procedure SAEP-1141.

17.2.1 Evaluation of compliance at the time of field assessment is at the sole

discretion of the ID-RPO, Area RPO, designated representative or
RPU/EPD Representative. Violations resulting in stoppage of work
shall be reported to RPU/EPD.

17.2.2 In the event violations warrant work to be stopped, resumption requires

the approval of the Area RPO, ID-RPO, designated representative or
RPU/EPD.

17.3 Radiographic Work, Fax Notification

Prior to the commencement of a project, the Contractor is required to give

notification of the intended work including information such as scope of work,
location, duration, location of storage facilities, and personnel involved. A
Radiographic Work, Fax Notification form (appendix 4) is included herewith.
Only one submission of this form is required unless a change in the project
requires updating of the information provided. Failure to submit this
notification shall give cause to require work involving Equipment producing
ionizing radiation to cease until notification is made. The contractor shall
provide written explanation for the absence of notification and such explanation
shall be taken into consideration for the approval to resume work.

17.4 Contractor RPO

17.4.1 Contractor RPO personnel duly licensed by the Regulatory Authority,

KACST are subject to approval by the Inspection Department RPO.

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17.4.2 The contractor shall submit and receive Plant Access approval for the
Contractor's RPO(s) for each site where the Contractor's radiation
workers will be assigned.

18 Violations and Incidents – Administrative Response

Violations and incidents occurring on Saudi Aramco property may, at the discretion of
the ID-RPO, RPU/EPD Representative, or Inspection Department Manager, warrant
administrative response and/or action depending on the severity of the situation and
circumstances. Primary response to violations preserving safety standards should be
supported and counseling to avoid unnecessary interruption to work and to preserve and
salvage individuals that may otherwise be a benefit to the Company.

Incidents are typically the result of violations. In addition to the response required for
the incident as defined in this procedure, action taken in response to the violation may,
depending on the severity of the incident, warrant stricter response.

Caution must be exercised when taking punitive action. Assessor must keep in mind
that Industrial Radiography is, for the most part, an unsupervised activity and that
technicians may be inclined to attempt to conceal the occurrence of an incident to avoid
punitive action. For this reason, all rumors or indications of a possible incident must be
fully investigated. When taking action, it must be fair and constructive to be perceived
that the action is for the best interest of the technicians and general public.

18.1 Violations by Individual Technicians

Incidents are typically the result of violations. Some of typical violations are
expired radiation safety permit, failure to control radiation area, failure to use
survey meter, insufficient safety awareness of technicians and procedures errors
especially the safety procedures of contractor provided radiography & NDT
service. In addition to the response required for the incident as defined in this
procedure, action taken in response to the violation may, depending on the
severity of the incident, warrant stricter response and may include one or more
of the following depending on the circumstances, severity of the violation and
findings of the ID-RPO.

18.1.1 Record of the violation and action taken be included in the individual's
permanent data record.

18.1.2 Conditional release to return to work. A conditional release is

indicated by cutting of the corner of the individual's RPP. Additional
violations within 6 months of conditional release may warrant further
action.

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18.1.3 Suspension of the RPP with the period of suspension depending on the
severity of the violation and the judgment of the ID-RPO.

18.1.4 Be required to attend additional radiation protection training.

18.1.5 Surrendering of the RPP and requirement to re-take the examination.

18.1.6 Permanent revocation of the RPP.

18.1.7 Action and/or disposition of the individual and the RPP shall be as
follows:

a) For minor violations that are field correctable, notification is to

be sent to RPU/EPD.

b) For moderate violations, individual(s) may require counseling

and subsequent action by the ID-RPO. Notification is to be sent
to RPU/EPD regarding the suspension and action taken.

c) For significant violations, the individual(s) and RPP along with a

violation report will be referred to RPU/EPD for further action
and disposition.

RPU/EPD has the authority to concur or reject actions taken in

item a and b.

18.2 Violation by Contract NDT Service Provider

A Contract NDT Service Provider who by company policy, attitude, practice, or

absence of effective application of radiation protection administration found to
be either in violation of these procedures or a significant contributor to
violations by individual technicians may be subject to one or more of the
following:

18.2.1 Investigation by the Contractor's Senior Management of the root cause

for the violation and to take the necessary corrective action subject to
assessment of effectiveness. Reports such investigation, corrective
action and schedule of implementation are required.

18.2.2 Revision of Radiation Protection Procedure to address violations

inclusive of means to measure and verify implementation.

18.2.3 Required to organize and conduct radiation protection meeting

involving the entire Contractor's radiographic technicians addressing
the issues of the violations.

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18.2.4 Conducting of Radiation Protection Training to a syllabus approved by

the ID-RPO.

18.2.5 Revise the Contractor's Radiation Protection Procedure and/or safety

training provided to the technicians.

18.2.6 Be required to provide details of all radiographic exposures on

Company property to an extent identified by the ID-RPO.

18.2.7 Suspend work at a particular site pending identification of extent of

violation, required corrective and follow-up action.

18.2.8 Suspension or Cancellation of a Contractor's Radiation Protection

Procedure Approval resulting in suspension of all work on Company
property involving the use, handling, storage, and transportation of
radiation sources.

18.2.9 Be requested to remove all radiation sources from Company Property

and not allowed to return until cleared to do so by the ID-RPO

18.3 Violation by Company Operating Facilities

Organizations that receive radiation sources from the Inspection Department or

that utilize radiation sources (e.g., X-ray equipment) owned by the facility, are
required to meet the requirements herein, GI-0150.003 and the National
Regulations. Depending on the severity of the violations, Operating Facilities
are subject to one or more of the following:

18.3.1 Identification of the violation, corrective action and implementation

plan. The significance of the implementation plan and schedule is
directly proportional to the likelihood that the violation could result in
an excess radiation dose to the technician or members of the general
public at the facility.

18.3.2 Attendance of personnel related to industrial radiography, but not

directly involved hands-on, may be required to attend radiation
protection awareness, regardless of prior attendance.

18.3.3 In situations whereby it is determined with reasonable certainty that the

continuance of the violation will occur and that the result of the
violation is a provable excess exposure to the technicians or members
of the general public, the ID-RPO or designated representative may
remove radiation sources from the facility that belong to the Inspection
Department and to restrict use of Facility owned equipment until
corrective action is complete.

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18.3.4 Cancellation or suspension of the radioactive material storage permit

and lockout of the storage facility until corrective action is complete.

19 Records

The following records shall be maintained and secured in such a manner to rule out
alteration, omissions or additions. The records shall be entered in the format, contain
the data and maintained for the duration specified by the Saudi Government regulatory
authority (KACST). These records are:

19.1 Record of Equipment producing ionizing radiation, sealed and unsealed

radioactive sources.

19.2 Record of employees' personal radiation doses (including daily dose logs).

19.3 Record of employees' physical fitness examinations.

19.4 Record of employees' training.

19.5 Record of work location radiation surveys.

19.6 Record of radioactive waste disposal.

19.7 Record of instruments' calibration and testing.

19.8 Records of leak testing of sealed sources and devices containing depleted
uranium.

19.9 Records of inspection and maintenance of radiographic exposure devices,

transport and storage containers, associated equipment, source changers, and
survey instruments.

19.10 Records of receipt and transfer of sealed sources.

19.11 Records showing the receipts and transfers of sealed sources and devices using
DU for shielding shall be maintained and retained for 10 years after it is made.

Records must include the date, the name of the individual making the record,
radionuclide, activity Bq. (or Ci) or mass (for DU), and manufacturer, model,
and serial number of each sealed source and/or device, as appropriate

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20 Record Responsibility

The following defines the responsible organizations and retention for maintaining
records. While subject to change from time to time, the general rule for record retention
is:
Dose Data: 30 years
Summary Data: 30 years
Equipment Data: 10 years
Calibration Data: 10 years

(Refer to KACST Regulations for details) Records are to be kept in active files (not
achieved) in a manner that will assure ready access, security from loss, fire, and mishap,
and clearly identifiable.

20.1 Inspection Department (ID)

ID shall maintain relevant records as defined above for work under the control
and direction of ID, for technicians employed by ID (employee or Contractor)
and for all equipment and sources (owned or hired) and used by ID or issued to
others.

20.2 Proponent Organization

Any organization that has radiation sources (gamma or X-ray) whether secured
independently or through the Inspection Department and/or technicians
classified, as radiation workers must maintain relevant records defined above.
This shall include, but not necessarily limited to, receipt, return and daily
utilization of sources, daily dosimetry records, instruments and calibration data
for survey instruments issued to purchased and used by the Proponent
Organization, and radiation surveys of work location.

Proponent Organizations utilizing radiation sources provided by ID shall

forward copies of the Daily Utilization Log to the ID-RPO no later than the 15th
of each month following the month of activity.

20.3 NDT Contractor (Manpower, Equipment, Materials, and Services)

to Saudi Aramco

The NDT Contract organizations under contract to Saudi Aramco for the
purpose of providing manpower, equipment, materials and services are required
as a Licensee to the Government Regulatory Authority to maintain all records
relevant to the manpower (radiation workers), equipment (exposure devices,

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associated equipment, dose monitoring & alarm, radiation survey, etc.) and
sources independent from those that may be kept by Saudi Aramco.

NDT Contractors providing manpower, equipment, materials, and services

directly to Saudi Aramco shall provide in addition to other reports described
herein, the following reports no later than the 15th of the month following the
month or quarter as applicable.

20.3.1 Monthly Roster of all personnel classified as radiation worker that

includes:

20.3.1.1 Last Name, Middle Initial, First Name

20.3.1.2 Saudi Aramco Badge Number

20.3.1.3 RPP Number & expiration date

20.3.1.4 Location and Saudi Aramco Organization Code of

assignment

20.3.1.5 Principal assignment (RT Level-II, OSI, Multi-Discipline,

etc.)

20.3.2 Monthly and Quarterly Radiation Dose Reports

Reports shall be prepared in the standard KACST format and include

individuals Saudi Aramco ID and RPP number.

20.4 NDT Service Provider (3rd Party)

NDT Service Providers licensed by the Regulatory Authority for the possession
and use of radiation sources are required to maintain all reporting and records as
an issue between the Licensee and Regulatory Authority. In addition, any NDT
Service Provider who works on Saudi Aramco Property shall make available all
records of the licensee for audit/assessment. This includes all radiation
protection related records regardless if the records pertain to actual work on
Saudi Aramco property or not as a matter of evaluating the NDT Service
Providers' Radiation Protection Program.

When a NDT Service Provider works on Saudi Aramco property during any
Calendar Year, said NDT Service Provider shall provide Quarterly Summary
Reports to the Saudi Aramco ID-RPO on or before the 15th of the month
following each quarter that includes:

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20.4.1 Number of Industrial Radiographic operations conducted during the

quarter.

20.4.2 Saudi Aramco facilities, projects, property where radiography was

performed.

20.4.3 Number of radiation workers performing radiography on Saudi

Aramco property and the name of the RPO.

21 ID-Personnel Duties and Responsibilities

21.1 Inspection Department Manager

With respects to the National Regulations, the Inspection Department Manager

or in representation of, the Operations Inspection Division Superintendent, is the
Facility Management for all matters dealing with Radiation Protection. The
Facility Management is fully responsible for all practices and activities leading
to radiation exposure under normal circumstances or in case of accidents
involving:

21.1.1 Protection of employees, the public at large and the environment from
radioactive exposure that exceed approved limits.

21.1.2 Compliance with all requirements related to protection from radiation

and safety of radioactive sources provided for in the regulations.

21.2 ID-RPO / Assistant ID-RPO Responsibilities

In addition to the responsibilities of RPO stated in GI-0150.003, the following

specific duties should be fulfilled by ID-RPO and his assistant:

21.2.1 Supervises directly or through the Area RPO indirectly all activities
involving the use, transportation, handling, and storage of ionizing
radiation producing material and/or equipment.

21.2.2 Makes sure that practiced optimization is observed in the Department

to minimize radiation exposures As Low As Reasonably Achievable
(ALARA)

21.2.3 Handles documentation and procedures related to the import and

export of radioactive sources and maintains inventory records of
radioactive sources within the Department.

21.2.4 Ensures compliance with this procedure and the Division procedures
for the inspection and maintenance of exposure devices.

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21.2.5 Promptly alerts the Manager, Inspection Department and RPU/EPD of

any violations of Company radiation protection regulations and
procedures and assists responsible organizations such as Loss
Prevention and Occupational Medicine in investigating incidents,
accidents or any abnormal situations involving radiation within the
Department.

21.2.6 Develops and assures implementation of radiation protection

procedures and practices.

21.2.7 Prepares and issue Radiation Protection Advisories addressing specific

issues of radiation protection.

21.2.8 Maintains close cooperation with the Regulatory Authority (KACST)

through RPU/EPD.

21.2.9 Approves and issues permits for all temporary Radioactive Source
storage facilities used by sub-contract NDT companies working on
Company property.

21.2.10 Radiation Protection Assessment

21.2.10.1 By development and implementation of procedures and

practices, assures compliance of the National Regulations
issued by the Regulatory Authority.

21.2.10.2 Conducts Radiation Protection Assessments and Area

implementation of procedures and practices.

21.2.10.3 Reviews and monitors Radiation Protection Assessments of

field operations performed by the Area RPOs.

21.2.10.4 Reviews and monitors Radiation Protection Assessments of

sub-contractor radiographic operations on Company
property by the Area RPOs.

21.2.10.5 Investigates and Implements follow-up corrective actions to

adverse assessment results.

21.2.10.6 Coordinates with sub-contract radiographic service

providers, corrective action to adverse assessment results.

21.2.10.7 Issues "Stop Work Notification" where required and

enforces no return to work until completion of assessment
findings.

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21.2.11 Directly or through the Area RPO, implements the necessary measures
to prevent and/or stop any activity which could lead to potential
overexposure of the radiation worker or general public.

21.2.12 Qualifies, assigns, and supervises specific individuals performing task

including, but not limited to:

21.2.12.1 Performance testing of radiation survey instrumentation.

21.2.12.2 Scheduling and implementation of annual calibration of

radiation survey instrumentation by approved agency.

21.2.12.3 Inspection and maintenance of radiographic exposure

device (projector) and associated equipment.

21.2.12.4 Collection and distribution of personnel dosimetry devices

(TLD).

21.2.12.5 Inventory control of radioactive material and Equipment

producing ionizing radiation.

21.2.12.6 Preparation of records required by the regulations,

recording of all data therein and follow-up on delivery to
the competent Regulatory Authority.

21.2.13 Conducts or supervises directly loading and unloading of radiographic

exposure devices (source replacement).

21.2.14 Training

21.2.14.1 Conducts and/or Organizes Radiation Protection training

and/or seminars for radiation workers.

21.2.14.2 Conducts Radiation Protection Awareness seminars for

non-radiation workers.

21.2.14.3 Conducts and/or facilitates through the Area RPO, regular

radiation protection meetings.

21.2.15 Emergency Response

21.2.15.1 Establishes procedures and practices for response to

radiation incidents.

21.2.15.2 Responds and directs recovery efforts for all incidents.

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21.2.15.3 Investigates, evaluates cause, and implements corrective

and preventative measures.

21.2.15.4 Reports incidents to the RPU/EPD.

21.2.16 Personal Dosimetry

21.2.16.1 Reviews monthly TLD dosimetry reports and distributes to

the Area RPOs for posting for the radiation workers.

21.2.16.2 Reviews and records circumstances of Investigation Level

Dose and implement directly and/or indirectly actions
necessary to reduce dose levels of individual.

21.2.16.3 Reports through the RPU/EPD any individual dose levels

exceeding permissible limits set by the competent
Regulatory Authority.

21.2.16.4 Assures monitoring of the daily dosimetry of radiation

workers by the Area RPO.

21.2.16.5 Alerts occupational workers approaching or exceeding the

permissible exposure limits, identification of reasons and
taking all the necessary actions such as medical follow up
and notification of the competent Regulatory Authority.

21.2.17 Transfers the expertise of sound practices in radiation and protection

matters to employees, furnishing them with guidelines on an ongoing
basis, exchanging views with them on the best methods for achieving
protection and safety for personnel, patients or the public. Preparation
and distribution of protection instructions to employees.

21.3 Assistant ID-Radiation Protection Officer - Responsibilities

21.3.1 Under the direct supervision of the ID-RPO. Assists in the daily
fulfillment of the duties and responsibilities of the ID-RPO.

21.3.2 Under the direction of the ID-RPO. Conducts Radiation Protection

Assessments of Area operations.

21.4 Area Radiation Protection Officer (Area-RPO) - Responsibilities

21.4.1 Conducts activities involving the use, transportation, handling, and

storage of ionizing radiation producing material and/or equipment in an
area under direction of the ID-RPO.

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21.4.2 Assures compliance of the approved Radiation Protection procedures

and practices under the direction of the ID-RPO.

21.4.3 Inspects and reports findings of inspections of temporary radioactive

source storage facilities used by sub-contract NDT companies working
on Company property prior to issuing a permit by the Radiation
Protection Officer.

21.4.4 Radiation Protection Assessment

21.4.4.1 Conducts Radiation Protection Assessments of Area

assigned personnel, facilities and contractor (and sub-
contractor) activities and reports results to the ID-RPO.

21.4.4.2 Conducts follow-up radiation protection assessments to

assure completion of corrective action.

21.4.5 Under the direction of the ID-RPO implements the necessary measure
to prevent and/or stop any activity which could lead to potential
overexposure of the radiation worker or general public.

21.4.6 Provides follow-up on corrective and preventative measures under the

direction of the ID-RPO, Maintains Area records.

21.4.7 Conduct radiation protection meetings and conducts and/or coordinates

field on-the-job training.

21.4.8 Provides initial response to radiation incidents and assist in recover.

21.5 Assistant Area Radiation Protection Officer (Assistant Area –RPO)

(Administrative Assistant)

21.5.1 Under the direct supervision of the Area RPO, assists in the daily
fulfillment of the duties and responsibilities of the Area RPO.

21.5.2 Under the direction of the Area RPO, conducts Radiation Protection
Assessments of field operations.

21.6 Issuer/Receiver
(or Area RPO)

21.6.1 Together with the Radiographic Crew, performs the daily equipment
check.

21.6.2 Verifies Radiographic Crews have correct dosimetry and radiation

survey instruments.

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21.6.3 Issues designated radiographic exposure device (projector) to the

Radiographic Crew.

21.6.4 Logs out the projector.

21.6.5 Together with the Radiographic Crew, performs the daily inspection of
the projector.

21.6.6 Receives the projector from the Radiographic Crew after use.

21.6.7 Together with the radiographer, performs a survey of the projector as

well as a visual examination.

21.6.8 Stores the projector in the appropriate cell/pit with the radiographer.

21.7 Radiographer

21.7.1 Receives Assignment

21.7.2 Dosimetry

21.7.2.1 Verifies correct dosimetry is in use and if start of day, zeros

quartz fiber pocket dosimeter, or electronic equivalent

21.7.2.2 Verifies survey meters (minimum one per radiographer) are

on, calibrated and functioning properly.

21.7.3 Receives radiographic exposure device (projector)

21.7.3.1 Together with the designated Issuer/Receiver, collects the

projector from the storage cell/pit.

21.7.3.2 Verifies Source Serial Number.

21.7.3.3 Verifies that the vehicle has the required associated

equipment, radiographic accessories, and safety equipment.

21.7.3.4 With the Issuer/Receiver conducts an "Daily Inspection" of

the projector and conducts radiation survey.

21.7.3.5 Assures that the Issuer/Receiver has logged out the

projector with the correct data and destination.

21.7.4 Prepares/confirms transport vehicle requirements

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21.7.4.1 Attaches the required radiation warning signs to the

transport vehicle prior to loading of the projector.

21.7.4.2 Assures that current revision of the Radiation Protection

procedure is in the vehicle and readily accessible for
reference.

21.7.4.3 Assures that emergency contact information is readily

available and visible not only to himself but in the event of
an emergency, to response personnel.

21.7.5 Loads Projector

21.7.5.1 Secures the projector as required by the Protection

procedure and any current Radiation Protection (Safety)
Advisories in the transport vehicle.

21.7.5.2 Performs a survey of the exterior of the transport box,

exterior of the vehicle and the passenger compartment.

21.7.5.3 Transports the projector to the designated work assignment

site without detour or route deviation not exceeding the
posted speed and/or limit established by the Radiation
Protection procedure (whichever is less).

21.7.6 Site Setup and Exposure

21.7.6.1 Establishes barrier to projected distances. Assures that the

minimum numbers of warning signs are sufficient to
coverall possible areas on ingress. Erects additional signs,
ropes or barrier tape where necessary to assure that all
possible approaches to the area are provided with the
required warning.

21.7.6.2 Performs set-up of the projector and associated equipment

in accordance with the radiation Protection procedure and
current Radiation Protection Advisories.

21.7.6.3 Upon connection of the controls, performs a check of the

projector selector ring and controls. Any indication of
malfunction or sluggish operation shall give cause for
immediate stop of work and return of the projector to the
point of issue.

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21.7.6.4 Conducts a verification exposure to evaluate dose levels at

the established barrier limits and adjust distances where
required.

21.7.6.5 Performs radiographic assignment in accordance with the

Radiographic Procedure and Radiation Protection procedure
as well as any current Radiation Protection Advisories.

21.7.6.6 Frequently monitors pocket dosimeter throughout the

performance of radiography.

21.7.7 Completion of Assignment

21.7.7.1 Secures all equipment and loads transport vehicle.

21.7.7.2 Performs a survey of the exterior of the transport box,

exterior of the vehicle and the passenger compartment.

21.7.7.3 Verifies that required vehicle warning signs are in place.

21.7.7.4 Transports the projector to the next assigned work site or

point of issue without detour or route deviation not
exceeding the posted speed and/or limit established by the
Radiation Protection procedure (whichever is less).

21.7.8 Return of Projector to the storage site

21.7.8.1 Returns the projector to the designated Issuer/Receiver

21.7.8.2 Together with the Issuer/Receiver, performs a survey of the

projector as well as a visual inspection.

21.7.8.3 Assures that the source is logged in by the Issuer/Receiver

with the correct data.

21.7.8.4 With the Issuer/Receiver, stores the projector in the

appropriate cell/pit.

21.7.8.5 Records dosimetry data and proceeds to remaining

radiographic activity including processing of film, report
preparation, etc.

Revision Summary
29 June 2005 Major revision.

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Appendix 1 – Definitions and Abbreviations

ALARA: Acronym for "As Low As Reasonably Achievable" which means making
every reasonable effort to maintain exposures to ionizing radiation as far below the dose
limits as practical, consistent with the permitted utilization of the radiation source,
taking into account the state of technology, the economics of improvements in relation
to the state of technology, the economics of improvements in relation to the benefits to
public health and safety, and other societal and socioeconomic considerations, and in
relation to utilization of radiation based technologies in the company's interest.

Alarm Rate Meter: Personal Radiation Alarm that provides audible signal ("chirp")
indicating the presence of ionizing radiation. Alarms are set at a preset level typically 2
mSv/hr (200 mRem/hr) or 5 mSv/hr (500 mRem/hr) depending on the application and
are not user adjustable.

Authorized Radiographer: An individual specifically authorized by the ID-RPO to

perform Industrial Radiography for or on behalf of Saudi Aramco.

Becquerel (Bq): SI unit of the disintegration rate (activity) of radioactive nuclei. One
Becquerel equals one disintegration per second.

Collimator: A radiation shield made of lead or other heavy metal which is used to
limit size, shape and direction of the primary radiation beam. Note: For application of
Ir-192 gamma-ray radiography, only Tungsten Collimators shall be used unless
specifically approved by the ID-RPO or his Assistant.

Contamination: Deposition or presence of radioactive material in any place where it is

not desired, and particularly in any place where its presence may be harmful. The harm
may be in violating the validity of an experiment or procedure, or in being a source of
danger to persons.

Controlled area: Any area in which specific protective measures or radiation

protection provisions are or could be required for controlling normal exposures or
preventing the spread of contamination during normal working conditions, and
preventing or limiting the extent of potential exposures. Any area should be classified
as a "Controlled Area" if radiation levels from radiation sources external to the body
could result in an individual receiving a dose equivalent in excess of 7.5 micro Sv in 1
hour.

Curie (Ci): Old unit (Imperial Unit) of activity (the disintegration rate) of a radioactive
nuclide. One Curie = 37 billion Becquerel (3.7 x1010 Bq).

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Electronic Pocket Dosimeter: Personal Radiation Alarm that provides the display
functionality of the pocket dosimeter and audible signal ("chirp") indicating the
presence of ionizing radiation. Alarms are set at a preset level typically 2 mSv/hr
(200 mRem/hr) or 5 mSv/hr (500 mRem/hr) depending on the application and are not
user adjustable.

EPD: Saudi Aramco Environmental Protection Department.

Exposure Device (radiographic projector): A Class "B" container specifically

designed to contain and for the exposure of radioactive material for industrial
radiography. Any shielded sealed source that may be moved or changed from the
shielded to unshielded position for purposes of making a radiographic exposure.

General Public: Any individual, employee or otherwise not specifically authorized to

work as a radiation worker. Further, for the purpose of access to facilities or location
where radioactive material is stored, in use, or transported, any duly authorized
radiation worker not in possession of required personal dosimetry shall be classified for
the purposes of at that time as General Public with the applicable radiation dose limits.

High Radiation Area: Any area, with levels of radiation in which a major portion of
the human body could receive a dose in excess of 1 mSv/hr (100 milli-Rem) in any one
hour.

ID-RPO: Inspection Department Radiation Protection Officer

Inspection Department: As used in this procedure applies to the Saudi Aramco

Inspection Department.

Isotope: An interchangeable term with "source" that is used to describe a radioactive

material that produces ionizing radiation.

NDT: Nondestructive Testing (same as NDE which is Nondestructive Examination).

Non-radiation worker: Any individual who may or may not be associated with the
radiographic operation not authorized to be in the radiation area. Such individuals are
not monitored (TLD) and therefore are not classified as a radiation worker.

Personal Radiation Alarm: An electronic device capable of detecting ionizing

radiation and providing an audible alarm at a prescribed threshold. There are two basic
types being the Rate Alarm Meter and Electronic Pocket Dosimeter. The Rate Alarm
Meter is a device with alarm only whereas the Electronic Pocket Dosimeter provides the
functionality of a pocket dosimeter with dose display and alarm.

Radiation Incident: An occurrence which is not part of the planned operational

activities associated with the use, storage, handling or transportation of a radiation

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source and has the potential of causing loss of control of a radiation source,
compromising integrity of a radiation source, causing radioactive contamination or
exposing humans to radiation.

Radiation Worker: Any individual who by nature of his work has the potential of
exceeding 10% of the maximum permissible occupational radiation dose. Such
individuals must be monitored by the required personal dosimetry.

Radiation Protection Officer (RPO): An individual designated by the Inspection

Department, certified by KACST and approved by the RPU/EPD.

Radiation Protection Advisory: A mandatory compliance radiation protection

advisory issued by the Inspection Department, NDT Unit, Supervisor or ID-RPO.

Radiation Protection Alert: A mandatory compliance radiation protection advisory

issued by the Inspection Department, NDT Unit, Supervisor, ID-RPO.

Radiography: The examination of materials by nondestructive methods utilizing

radioactive nuclides or radiation generating equipment.

Radiographic Operation: A radiographic operation means all tasks associated with

radiography including the actual exposure, handling of radioactive material,
transportation, storage, and stand-by.

Radiographer: Any certified and authorized individual who performs industrial

radiography using radioactive sources or x-ray radiation generating equipment.

Radiation Area: A common industrial radiography term designating an exclusion zone

for the purpose of carrying out radiographic works. The maximum permissible dose
rate at the boundary of the Radiation Area shall be 7.5 µSv/hr averaged over any one
hour. Further to this, an unmarked area boundary having a maximum of 2.5 µSv/hr
shall be considered, as the Observed Area whereby any non-radiation workers are
present shall be closely monitored to assure that they do not enter the Radiation Area.

Regulatory Authority: King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology (KACST)

Rem: Old unit for equivalent dose and effective dose.

Removable contamination: The contamination that can be removed off a surface

during normal handling processes and it can rub from a surface onto another on contact.

RPP: Radiation Protection Permit (radiographer permit) issued by Radiation Protection

Unit of Environmental Protection Department for industrial radiographers working on
Saudi Aramco properties. The RPP is obtained after passing an exam by RPU/EPD and
it is valid for two years.

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RPU: Saudi Aramco Radiation Protection Unit of Environmental Protection

Department/EPD

Transport Index: is a number representing the maximum radiation dose in mrem unit
(or µSv/10) at a distance of 1 m from the surface of the package.

Saudi Aramco Property: For the purpose of radiation protection, Saudi Aramco
Property shall include Saudi Aramco facilities, sites, concessionary areas, and facilities
or property under exclusive lease, hire or contract. Facilities and/or sites whereby a
high presence of Saudi Aramco employee and Saudi Aramco contract personnel work,
may, at the discretion of the ID-RPO or his designated representative, be considered as
Saudi Aramco property.

Sealed Source: Any radioactive material encased in a capsule designed to prevent

leakage or escape of any radioactive substance.

Sievert: The SI unit for equivalent dose and effective dose. 1 Sv = 100 rem.

Source: An interchangeable term with "isotope" that is used to describe a radioactive

material that produces ionizing radiation.

Storage Container: A device in which sealed sources are transported or stored.

X-ray Equipment: Any electrical device that generates x-ray radiation for industrial
radiography.

Abbreviations
EPD Environmental Protection Department
EAD Electronic Alarming Dosimeter
FQD Fiber Quartz Dosimeter
LPD Loss Prevention Department
NDT Nondestructive Testing
OID Operations Inspection Division
PD Pocket Dosimeter
PMT Project Management Team
RPO Radiation Protection Officer
RPP Radiation Protection Permit (radiographer permit)
RPU Radiation Protection Unit of Environmental Protection Dept.
RSO Radiation Safety Officer
RT Radiographic Testing

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TI Transport Index
TLD Thermolumeniscence Dosimeter
TIS Technical Inspection Services (Contract)

Appendix 2 – ID-Radiation Organizational Structure

Manager Manager
EPD Inspection Dept.
874-7236 874-6600

EPD Assistant
Inspection Dept.
Radiation Inspection Dept.
RPO
Protection Unit RPO
872-0233
873-6428 872-0415
05-0535-6723
873-5561 05-5584-2960

Area RPO Area RPO Area RPO Area RPO Area RPO
Ras Tanura Abqaiq Dhahran Riyadh Ref Jeddah Ref
673-7818 572-2483 872-0233 01-285-1510 02-427-3533

Assistant Assistant Assistant Assistant Assistant

Area RPO Area RPO Area RPO Area RPO Area RPO
673-7818 572-2483 872-0415 01-285-1510 02-427-3533

Assistant
Area RPO
Udahliyah
577-8044

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Appendix 3 – Units Conversions

Dose Equivalent Units

Sv to rem rem to Sv
1 µSv = 0.1 mrem 1 mrem = 10 µSv
1 mSv = 100 mrem 1 rem = 10 mSv
1 Sv = 100 rem

Activity Units

1 Becquerel = 1 dps (disintegration per second)

1 Curie = 37 Billion (37 x 109) dps

Curies to Becquerel Becquerel to Curies

1 µCi = 37 kBq 1 Bq = 27 ρCi
1 mCi = 37 MBq 1 kBq = 27 ηCi
1 Ci = 37 GBq 1 MBq = 27 µCi
1 kCi = 37 TBq 1 GBq = 27 mCi 1
TBq = 27 Ci

SI Units: prefixes

Prefix Symbol Multiples Prefix Symbol

Submultiples
10-3 milli m 103 kilo k
10-6 micro µ 106 mega M
10-9 nano η 109 giga G
10-12 pico ρ 1012 tera T

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Appendix 4 – Radiographic Work Fax Notification

From: To: Saudi Aramco

Inspection Department
Operations Inspection Div. NDT Unit
Attn: Supervisor NDT Unit
cc: Inspection Dept. RPO
Fax: 03-873-4288

Date:
____________________________________________________________________________________________
Project Data
Title: Saudi Aramco BI/JO Ref:

Location:

Scope of Work:

Duration Estimate: From: To:

____________________________________________________________________________________________
Principal Contractor
Company Name: Contact Name:

Address: Phone:

Fax:

___________________________________________________________________________________
NDT Contractor
Company Name: Contact Name:

Address: Phone:

Fax:

RSO/RPO Name: Phone:

____________________________________________________________________________
________________
Job Data
Projector: Planned Quantity: Storage Location: … Off-Site … On-Site Permit:

Radiographic Crews: Planned Quantity: Supervisor(s):

Work Locations: … Pipelines … In-Plant … Lay-Down Yard … Fabrication Yard

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Appendix 5 – Requests for Temporary Radioactive Source Storage Permit

To: NDT Unit Supervisor Date:

Inspection Department

Cc: Inspection Dept. Radiation Protection Officer

Fax: 873-4288

Project Title:

BI/JO:

Project Location:

Contact Name

Phone: Fax:

Expected Duration:

Prime Contractor:

Contact Name

Phone: Fax:

Storage Location:

NDT Contractor:

Address:

1st Emergency Contact

Phone: Alt:

2nd Emergency Contact

Phone: Alt:

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Appendix 6 – Personal Radiation Exposure Record

Name: ID: Month of:

TLD PRINCIPAL
DOSIMETER BADGE CO-WORKER REVIEWED
DOSE
DATE OUT IN REC'D COLOR NAME ID BY DATE
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
REVIEWED BY: ID: DATE:

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Appendix 7 – Utilization and Tracking Log

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Appendix 8 – Saudi Aramco Temporary Radioactive Source Storage Pit

Warning Sign

Warning Sign 2 ft barrier for sand

around full perimeter
Hinged Cover Plate
with 2" seal welded lip
Hasp
& Lock Ground 1 ft.
Seal Welded Plate
Ground Plate 10 ft.
Source Pit
Warning Sign

Warning Sign
Entrance Gate
with lock

Warning Sign
4 ft.
Storage Box for
Safety Procedure
& Source Utilization
10 ft.

Log
Seal Welded
Warning Sign

Permit Posted Bottom Plate

On Fence

20 ft x 20 ft (min.) 8 ft high chain

24 in. O.D. Pipe
link fence with double barbed wire top.
Warning Sign

Maximum Content: 3 Projectors with a combined maximum source activity of

200 Ci.
Sand Barrier: Physical barrier 2 ft. high affixed directly to the fence around
the full perimeter including gate.
Cover Plate: With 2" seal welded lip to minimize sand ingress into pit
Coating: Primer coat & top coat both inside and outside.
Security: Heavy duty hinges welded between cover and pipe. Hinge pin
should be non removable. Keys maintained only by authorized
Radiographic Technicians with valid permits. Pit shall be
located in a secured area unless otherwise specifically
approved.
Warning signs: Radiation warning signs to be in both Arabic and English
Languages.
Location Guidelines: Temporary radioactive storage pit shall be located in a
restricted area , at least 1,000 ft (305 m) from plant facilities,
located crosswind, away from vehicular traffic, in a finced and
locked area within Saudi Aramco ficilities.

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Appendix 9 – Saudi Aramco Permanent Storage Pit

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Contact the ID-RPO for Clear Drawings, Bill of Material and Scope of Work Documents

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Appendix 9 (Cont'd)
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Appendix 9 (Cont'd)
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Appendix 10 – Radiation Incident Notification Industrial Radiography

Incident date: Time: Area:

Incident Type: … Personal Radiation Exposure … Source Stuck (Hang-up)

… Source Disconnect … Malfunction
… Damaged Exposure Device (Projector) … Damaged Radiation Monitoring Equipment
… Lost … Fire
… Vehicle Accident while transporting a radioactive source
Technicians: … Saudi Aramco Employee … Service Order Technician … 3rd Party NDT Co.
Name: ID: Permit Emp: Dose

Name: ID: Permit Emp: Dose

Name: ID: Permit Emp: Dose

Name: ID: Permit Emp: Dose

Source data: Type: Activity: S/N

Owner Co: Phone:

Projector data: Type: S/N

Incident Location

Brief Description
of Incident

Brief Description
of Action Taken

Notification by: Name: ID: Phone:

Employer/Org: Date/Time
Instructions: y Complete notification form (Clear Print or Type)
y Report by phone to the Inspection Dept. Radiation Protection Officer (ID-RPO)
RPO Pager 1982-3276 Mobile 05-535-6723 Asst. RPO Pager 03-870-2498 Mobile 05-558-42960
y Report by phone to the RPU/EPD Representative 03-873-5561, 03-873-6428, or 03-874-7236
y Send Notification by Fax to RPU/EPD 03-873-8200 AND 03-873-2013

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Appendix 11 – Radiation Incident Preliminary Report

Inspection Department
Inspection Department Radiation Protection Officer
Operations Inspection Division / NDT Unit
Tel: 872-0415/ 872-0233 Fax: 873-4288
Incident date: Time: Area:

Type Of Practice: … Industrial Radiography … Nuclear Gauges

… Well Logging … Medical
… Other (Specify): ___________________________________________________________
Incident Type: … Personal Radiation Exposure … Source Stuck (Hang-up)
… Source Disconnect … Malfunction
… Damaged Exposure Device (Projector) … Damaged Radiation Monitoring Equipment
… Lost … Fire
… Vehicle Accident while transporting a radioactive source
Source Data: Type: Activity: S/N … Sealed … Unsealed
Licensed To:
RPO in Charge Name: Phone:
SA Proponent Name: Phone:
Organization (If
Contact: Fax:
different than
owner) Org Code:
Projector data: Type: S/N
Personnel Involved
Name: ID: Emp: Dose
Name: ID: Emp: Dose
Name: ID: Emp: Dose
Name: ID: Emp: Dose
Contamination
Area (if occurs)
Brief Description
of Incident

Brief Description
of Action Taken

Notification by: Name: ID: Phone:

Employer/Org: Date/Time
Instructions: Fax Report Within 2 Working Days to: Inspection Department Radiation Protection Officer 873-4288
Radiation protection Unit of EPD : 873-8200
Email Address: Inspection Dept: [email protected]
[email protected]
Environmental Protection Dept. [email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]

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Document Responsibility: Environmental SAEP-1141
Issue Date: 29 June 2005 Radiation Protection
Next Planned Update: 1 July 2010 for Industrial Radiography

Appendix 12 – Transport Box

The design of the Transport Box should be according to the recently approved design by
KACST and RPU/EPD as shown in Appendix 12. The Transport Box should be affixed to the
vehicle by welding, bolts, wire rope, cargo transport straps, etc. such that the transport box will
remain with the vehicle in the event of an accident.

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