Petroleum Development Oman L.L.C.

Document title: Pipelines Right of Way Specification

Document ID SP-2387

Document Type Specification

Security Restricted

Discipline Pipeline Engineering

Owner UEC – Materials and Integrity Manager

Issue Date November-2020

Version 1.0

Keywords: This document is the property of Petroleum Development Oman, LLC. Neither the whole nor any part of this
document may be disclosed to others or reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form by any
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i Document Authorisation
Authorised For Issue
Document Authorisation

Document Owner Document Custodian Document Author

(CFDH)
Behlani, Nasser UEC Mukhaini, Ali UEC6 Mukhaini, Ali UEC6N
Date : 17-12-2020 12:00 AM Date : 14-12-2020 1:51 PM Date : 03-12-2020 2:11 PM

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ii Revision History
The following is a brief summary of the recent revisions to this document. Details of all revisions prior to these
are held on file by the issuing department.

Version No. Date Author Scope / Remarks

Version October UEC6N Changing this procedure to
2020 specification so to specify what need
1.0 to be done when a maintenance job is
carried out in the vicinity of pipeline
ROW corridors
Version May UIPT2 Provided more clarity on activities for
2.0 2017 pipeline ROW of MOL & SOGL
pipelines and types of NOC
Version Dec UIP/35(Essa Al New Document
1.0 2011 Daghari), UIP3
(Wim Vranckx)

iii Related Business Processes

Code Business Process (EPBM 4.0)
GU-501 Excavation and Working Around Live Pipelines

iv Related Corporate Management System (CMS) Documents

The related CMS Documents can be retrieved from the Corporate Management Portal (CMS).

List of documents related to this specification are in section 7.3 (Appendix-3).

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
i Document Authorisation ................................................................................................................................ 3
ii Revision History ............................................................................................................................................ 4
iii Related Business Processes ........................................................................................................................ 4
iv Related Corporate Management System (CMS) Documents ....................................................................... 4
1 Introduction .................................................................................................................................................... 8
1.1 Purpose and background ........................................................................................................................ 8
1.2 Changes to the Specification................................................................................................................... 8
1.3 Distribution / Target Audience ................................................................................................................. 8
1.4 Structure of This Document..................................................................................................................... 8
1.5 Introduction to Right Of Way ................................................................................................................... 9
1.6 Methodology in brief ................................................................................................................................ 9
2 ROW Inspection Scope ............................................................................................................................... 10
2.1 Pipelines & Facilities ............................................................................................................................. 10
2.2 Block Valve station(BVS) ...................................................................................................................... 10
2.3 Cathodic Protection Facility (CP) .......................................................................................................... 10
2.4 Corrosion monitoring pits ...................................................................................................................... 10
2.5 Barriers .................................................................................................................................................. 10
2.6 Signs Post and Markers ........................................................................................................................ 10
2.7 Access Roads and Rights of Way ......................................................................................................... 10
2.8 Falajs ..................................................................................................................................................... 11
2.9 Wadis (Water crossing) ......................................................................................................................... 11
2.10 Roads/Highways .................................................................................................................. 11
2.11 Power cables ....................................................................................................................... 11
2.12 Telecoms cables .................................................................................................................. 11
2.13 Monitoring of 3rd party activities .......................................................................................... 11
3 Inspection frequencies ................................................................................................................................ 12
3.1 Normal Observation .............................................................................................................................. 12
3.2 ROW area & ROW access .................................................................................................................... 12
3.3 Windrow & Barriers ............................................................................................................................... 12
3.4 Sign Posts & Markers ............................................................................................................................ 13
3.5 Wadis & Water crossing areas .............................................................................................................. 13
3.6 Road Crossings ..................................................................................................................................... 13
3.7 Populated areas (Location Class-3 or 4)............................................................................................... 13
3.8 Third Party Utility Crossing (Including Falaj Crossings) ........................................................................ 14
3.9 Reclassification of Pipeline Zones ........................................................................................................ 14
3.10 BVS & Pits ........................................................................................................................... 14
3.11 Security ................................................................................................................................ 14

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3.12 Inspection Reports ............................................................................................................... 14

3.13 Emergency report e.g. leakage’s, incidents major wash outs. ............................................ 14
3.14 Accidents/Incidents within ROW ......................................................................................... 15
3.15 Permit to Work System (PTW) ............................................................................................ 15
3.16 Encroachment/Unauthorized acts ....................................................................................... 15
3.17 Static encroachments .......................................................................................................... 15
3.18 Mobile encroachments ........................................................................................................ 15
Un-authorised projects/activities within ROW ................................................................................................. 15
Usage of ROW road as short cut .................................................................................................................... 15
Use of ROW as playing yards......................................................................................................................... 15
Disposing refuses in ROW .............................................................................................................................. 15
Using ROW as parking area ........................................................................................................................... 15
Thefts, Sabotage & Vandalism ....................................................................................................................... 16
4 3rd Party projects ........................................................................................................................................ 17
4.1 Information to be obtained prior to commencement of work ................................................................. 17
4.2 Incorporate pipeline route’s coordinate with project's route. ................................................................. 17
4.3 Proposal Submission ............................................................................................................................. 17
4.4 Joint site visit ......................................................................................................................................... 18
4.5 Method statement .................................................................................................................................. 18
4.6 Approval of Construction Drawings ....................................................................................................... 18
5 No Objection Certificate (NOC) ................................................................................................................... 19
5.1 Types of NOC ........................................................................................................................................ 19
5.2 Permit to Work (PTW) ........................................................................................................................... 19
5.3 Excavation Certificate ............................................................................................................................ 19
5.4 Job HSE plan......................................................................................................................................... 19
5.5 Hazards and Effects Management Process (HEMP) (if applicable) ..................................................... 19
5.6 Trial pit ................................................................................................................................................... 20
5.7 Utilities crossings ................................................................................................................................... 20
5.7.1 Power cables crossings ....................................................................................................... 20
5.7.2 Telecoms lines crossings ..................................................................................................... 20
5.7.3 Water pipes crossings.......................................................................................................... 20
5.7.4 Road crossing over pipeline................................................................................................. 20
5.8 Backfill Materials.................................................................................................................................... 20
5.9 Reinstatement ....................................................................................................................................... 21
5.10 Crossing sign markers ......................................................................................................... 21
5.11 Submission of As Built Drawings & joint site visit to evaluate site ...................................... 21
5.12 Completion of Project & issuing of Release letter ............................................................... 21
5.13 ROW Audits ......................................................................................................................... 22
6 Other Information ........................................................................................................................................ 23
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6.1 ROW Access ......................................................................................................................................... 23

6.2 Pipe Supports ........................................................................................................................................ 23
6.3 Above/below ground facilities ................................................................................................................ 23
6.4 Construction material & waste / spoils .................................................................................................. 23
6.5 Additional protection requirements ........................................................................................................ 23
6.6 Site supervision ..................................................................................................................................... 23
6.7 Vehicles movements & ROW access authorization .............................................................................. 23
6.8 Indemnity ............................................................................................................................................... 23
6.9 Validity of No Objection Certificate........................................................................................................ 24
6.10 Working during Fridays & public holidays ........................................................................... 24
7 Appendix A .................................................................................................................................................. 25
7.1 Appendix 1, Glossary of Definitions, Terms and Abbreviations ............................................................ 25
Specific............................................................................................................................................................ 25
Abbreviations .................................................................................................................................................. 26
7.2 Appendix 2, Forms and Reports ........................................................................................................... 27
RIGHT OF WAY INSPECTION REPORT - CIMS Data Analysis – ROWINSP ............................................. 27
No Objection Certificate flowchart .................................................................................................................. 28
7.3 Appendix 3, Related Business Control Documents and References ................................................... 29
Royal Decrees.................................................................................................................................................. 29
Code of Practice ............................................................................................................................................. 29
Procedures ....................................................................................................................................................... 29
Specification ..................................................................................................................................................... 29
Guidelines ........................................................................................................................................................ 29
Protocols .......................................................................................................................................................... 29

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1 Introduction

1.1 Purpose and background

The purpose of the specification is to assist PDO authorities and 3rd party clients when carrying out work
within the Class 1 pipeline’s ROW (25m either side of the pipeline as defined by the Royal Decree no.
8/2011). The procedure shall be used in conjunction with any Job HSE Plans developed for the work.
This specification is targeting all activities performed within the Right of Way (ROW) of Pipelines within
the Company. It should cover activities mainly for all projects (by PDO and third parties) starting from
obtaining No Objection Certificates, site preparation, excavation methods, and area reinstatement up to
issuing release letters.

All pipelines are having a ROW which serves to provide a physical buffer to protect both the pipeline and
the general public; to secure access for maintenance; and to enable the public to identify the route of the
pipeline.

Royal Decree no. 8/2011 defines the pipelines ROW as 25 meters on either side of the pipeline. No
activities by third parties are allowed nor facilities or buildings constructed inside this area whether on top
of or beneath the earth. Furthermore, PDO activities are not allowed in the ROW for MOL and SOGL
pipelines.

Repairs, modifications or other work conducted directly on the live pipeline are outside the scope of this
document and are covered under separate Company or project specifications

Typical activities addressed by this document are listed below. The list should not be considered
exhaustive.
 Utilities crossings(Electricity OHL or Cable, Telecoms cables, Water or Sewage & Roads)
 Utilization of ROW by 3rd Party / by PDO
 Grading or/and backfilling of ROW
 maintenance of pipeline protection/gabions at wadis

1.2 Changes to the Specification

Changes to this document shall only be authorised and approved by the Owner. Users of the Document
who identify inaccuracy or ambiguity can notify the Custodian or his/her delegate and request changes
be initiated. The Requests shall be forwarded to the Custodian using the “User Feedback Page” provided
in this Document. The Document Owner and the Document Custodian should ensure review and re-
verification of this specification every 4 years.

1.3 Distribution / Target Audience

This specification is intended for use by PDO and 3rd party clients as a source of reference.

1.4 Structure of This Document

This specification is structured to provide a clear reference to key requirements. Illustrations are used
where appropriate to add clarity to description.

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1.5 Introduction to Right Of Way

A right of way is constructed along the Pipelines to enable surveillance inspection teams and maintenance
teams to do their tasks efficiently and protect the pipelines from any un-authorised activities and to help
public identify the restricted areas.
A dedicated team, working as pipeline security inspectors, physically drive along the ROW and report
anomalies or any un authorised activities.

1.6 Methodology in brief

Ground patrol shall be the actual performed inspection method on pipelines. The ROW inspector shall
inspect the conditions of the pipeline route, the complete ROW corridor, BVS’s, all signboards, any
encroachments, and its close proximity by car with stops during patrolling to capture any changes
happened in the pipeline facilities within the ROW corridors. Inspector shall use the existing ROW
inspection road. Photos may be acquired as evidence if required.

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2 ROW Inspection Scope

2.1 Pipelines & Facilities

ROW inspections are to be planned in CIMS to inspect pipelines corridors and its facilities according to
possible threats. As such, pipelines in urban areas require higher inspection frequency than those in the
interior.
The inspection scope should cover monitoring all activities & report any deficiencies within pipeline’s
ROW.

2.2 Block Valve station(BVS)

Inspection team is responsible for the security and functionality of the BVS, and report any anomalies.
The ROW team should look for any signs of leakage and housekeeping.

2.3 Cathodic Protection Facility (CP)

ROW inspection team role is to monitor direct observation of the CP marker condition, substantiated
by monitoring the position of the CP posts.

2.4 Corrosion monitoring pits

ROW inspectors should check the housekeeping of the corrosion pits.

2.5 Barriers
The ROW inspector should check the barriers against damage or vandalism.

2.6 Signs Post and Markers

Since pipelines are usually buried underground, line markers are used to indicate their approximate length
and features along the pipeline route. There are other warning signs, like road warnings and utilities
crossing signs.
ROW inspection team role is to check and report their condition against damage or vandalism.

2.7 Access Roads and Rights of Way

Inspector to monitor ROW access gates from un-authorized car parked blocking the access; and the
ROW strip from water crossing or dumping of waste.

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2.8 Falajs
Some Pipelines are passing over falajs, and ROW’s involvement in regards to maintenance and when
required by liaising with Ministry of Oil and Gas and Ministry of Regional Municipalities & Water Resources.
ROW supervisor to maintain & update a list of Falajs for relevant use.

2.9 Wadis (Water crossing)

Several ROWs segments are located in Wadis. Wadis are protected based on the type of wadi in
accordance with SP-1208. ROW inspection team to check these protections. During heavy rains, an
intensive inspection is to be carried to check damages and wash outs. ROW supervisor to maintain &
update a list for relevant use.

2.10 Roads/Highways
Roads/Highways crossing ROW shall comply to SP-1208 requirements. ROW inspection teams to check
compliance.

2.11 Power cables

Power cables crossing pipeline ROW should have a minimum clearance of 0.75 – 1.0m under the pipeline
for the underground cables and for the over head a minimum height as per SP-1101 / SP-1102B / SP-
1114D. ROW inspection teams to ensure that poles are build out side of the ROW. Moreover, safety goal
posts shall be installed on both sides of OHL crossings as per PDO standards.

2.12 Telecoms cables

Telecoms such as Telephones and Network fiber cables should be constructed for a minimum clearance
of 0.75 – 1.0m under the pipeline. ROW inspection teams to observe compliance.

2.13 Monitoring of 3rd party activities

ROW inspection team to monitor all activities on ROW and assure that necessary approval (NOC) being
obtained and permit to work is valid and the PTW holder is there.

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3 Inspection frequencies
Patrolling and area survey is arranged such that there is a regular program of the ROW inspection.
Periodic pipeline patrols shall be carried out, observing surface conditions adjacent to the pipeline right
of way, construction activities and any other factors that will affect the safety of the pipeline and its
operation.
Frequency of patrolling shall be set by the Integrity Engineer and to be reflected to the criticality of each
individual pipeline.

3.1 Normal Observation

Activity
Dis-colouration of vegetation or other evidence of leakages.
Ground movements, changing water courses and washouts within the
ROW corridor.
ROW tracks from becoming public needs through grading
or asphalting.
Works on drainage, ditching fencing or any other farming activities.
Fires of all description including rubbish burning within 50m of ROW
corridor
Tree falling, deposits or debris on ROW.
Civil engineering or building construction activities along the ROW
corridor.
Driving of heavy duty vehicles along the ROW.
Open excavations – backfilling
ROW barriers are Within 25m and in good conditions
ROW grading/backfilling
ROW sand removal
Debris in ROW – removal
Maintenance of the surroundings so that the right of way is not
disturbed.

3.2 ROW area & ROW access

Condition of ROW area and access if it requires grading
Condition of ROW area and access if it is wash out and requires
backfilling
Illegal dumpling

3.3 Windrow & Barriers

Windrow is damaged and require requires reinstatement
Vegetation to be removed

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3.4 Sign Posts & Markers

Condition of markers and signs.
Check each marker / sign location with the as-built drawing / pipeline
data base and record changes ego chainage data.
Conditions of marker/sign plates e.g.: Corrosion, damages, vandalism
and colour deterioration
Conditions of marker/sign poles e.g. tilting, damages, corrosion and
vandalism or washed away by wadi flow
Conditions of marker/sign plate’s ego corrosion, damages and – colour
deterioration.
Stop signs
Wadi crossing signs
Chainage Marker Post
Warning Signs (Private Road, High Pressure, Stop, etc) are there
Pipeline features (bends, CPs)
Utilities - Wadis / Falajs Signs
Marker Post is not affected
Plates existence & clarity
Information is complete & correct (Type, chainage, emergency tel.
number)

3.5 Wadis & Water crossing areas

Condition of gabions and pipeline protecting studies.
Un-authorised removal of soil and gravel within an area of 250m of
the Pipeline and any activities affecting ROW
Pipeline protection integrity, gabions and other protective
structures.
Depth of cover to pipeline along full length of wadi. Determination
with pipeline locator, soil cover requirements.
Exposed areas of the pipeline.
General washout of the ROW road and all progressive soil
erosion.
Wadi wash outs - reinstatement gabions, provide protective cover

3.6 Road Crossings

Adequate access
Illegal crossings
Un-authorised excavation on the crossing within the ROW.
Subsidence of soil within 10m of each sides of the road.
Road crossings, special crossings - protective slabs
damage/missing.
Gates
Construction of ramps and increasing the earth cover where the
pipeline is near the surface (less than 1m)

3.7 Populated areas (Location Class-3 or 4)

Un-authorised excavations within the ROW corridor.

Encroachments of all activities and land ownership.
Dumping of rubbish and burning.
Report any activity within 25 Meters
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3.8 Third Party Utility Crossing (Including Falaj Crossings)

Leakage of third party utility (water pipes etc).

Soil erosion or surface I soil cracks.
Subsidence of soil within 10m each side of pipeline.
Un-authorised excavation within the ROW.
Report any activity within 25 Meters

3.9 Reclassification of Pipeline Zones

Assess whether there have been any developments (e.g.
urban expansion) that would lead to a reclassification of the
pipeline zone

3.10 BVS & Pits

Padlocks
Fence condition
Cover for pits
Water and Sand inside pit

3.11 Security

Padlocks
Fence condition
Report any suspected / threatening activity nearby

3.12 Inspection Reports

After each inspection, the ROW inspection team/Maintenance contractor shall prepare reports
illustrated by photos taken on site for monitoring and further activity follow up. These inspections
information are to be loaded into CIMS by UIPT/4 contractor.
Reports format are attached in Appendix 2.

3.13 Emergency report e.g. leakage’s, incidents major wash outs.

All emergencies shall be reported immediately to ROW supervisor who will initiate the proper
channel/exercise.

PDO Emergency operator MAF : 24675555

Interior : 24385555
Fire / Civil Defense: 9999
The emergency will be reported accordingly as stipulated in the PDO Infrastructure Pipelines
Emergency Contingency Plan.

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3.14 Accidents/Incidents within ROW

All accidents & incidents to be reported using FIM system within 24 hours. Road Traffic
Accident shall involve the Royal Oman Police (ROP) with liaison to PDO corporate security
coordinator, and if there is any damages in ROW facilities, damage must be reported in
details for further rectifying where the cost afforded to the party causing the damage.
3.15 Permit to Work System (PTW)
All projects which fall within the ROW are subject to PTW system. PTW does not replace
the NOC. Refer to PR-1172 Permit to Work System for more details.

3.16 Encroachment/Unauthorized acts

Encroachments are split into two categories; static and mobile encroachments.
3.17 Static encroachments
The Ministry of Housing is the authority responsible for the protection of government lands
against unauthorized possession or trespassing. It is also responsible for authorization for
buildings and expansion of buildings.
The Ministry of Housing on the other hand does not award plots within ROW limits neither does
it have the power to prevent issuing of title deeds to owners of private properties even if these
are located within the ROW limits.
PDO legal (FLG) and External Affairs (EVC) departments to be consulted.

3.18 Mobile encroachments

Un-authorised projects/activities within ROW

Such as 3rd party utility crossing, where a project is carried out within the ROW without
an NOC.

Usage of ROW road as short cut

Sometimes ROW is used as a short cut in some towns dangering the safety of the
pipelines; such access to the ROW should be blocked.

Use of ROW as playing yards

Liaise with authority to re allocate another plot and liaise with PDO external affairs
social investment department to support the alternative plot.

Disposing refuses in ROW

Report cases to municipalities, and liaise with authority to increase the awareness
of the ROW, and the impact on environment.

Using ROW as parking area

This act can block the emergency team from doing their job and can delay the
inspectors from inspecting the condition of the ROW.

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Thefts, Sabotage & Vandalism

Security cases will require involving of PDO security department, they may liaise
with the police to obtain a report as they are the designated authority to captured and
resolve such cases.

Unauthorized acts in the ROW corridor are to be reported and documented by the ROW
inspectors in the inspection reports.

Each individual reported measure or act needs a consequent follow-up, to ensure the
required integrity level. To ensure this, ROW supervisor will comply with the activity, follow
up procedure sometimes liaise with security department, external affairs department or legal
department.

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4 3rd Party projects

In view of the Royal decree, utilities above ground and underground such as electricity, water, telecoms,
and roads are allowed to cross pipelines within provided specifications to ensure the safety and security
of the pipelines, and in view of the tremendous change in the utilities infrastructure, a pressing need to
maintain a closer process on projects fall within the ROW.

Prior to any work on site the Contractor shall examine the site and identify any existing structures,
pipelines, cables etc., particularly buried facilities, by using metal detectors or alternative techniques
approved by the Company. The location of all buried facilities and services shall be suitably marked and
recorded.
Fences, gates and animal crossings used by the Contractor shall be maintained by the Contractor in a
condition at least equal to that ‘as found’.
Damage to items such as fences, gates, animal crossings, Falajs etc. caused by the Contractor, his
employees or vehicles shall immediately be restored to a condition at least equal to the original condition.
The Contractor shall be responsible for ensuring that closed or locked gates through which he passes
will at all times be kept in the same status as found or as required by the owner, tenant or farmer etc.

The process to obtain the No Objection Certificate and carryout the crossing is highlighted in a flow chart
(Appendix 2).

4.1 Information to be obtained prior to commencement of work

Prior to commencement of any site activity, the 3rd party contractor should obtain all essential approvals
from government sectors. Then to gather data on the live pipeline and specific information on the sections
of the line impacted by the activity. This information should include as a minimum:
 Pipeline identification, (name and code number)
 Pipe material, diameter and wall thickness
 Pipeline design data and operating conditions during the construction period
 Pipeline contents during the construction period
 Relevant Pipeline Alignment Sheets
 Pipeline coating details
 Details of wadi crossings, including concrete coating areas and gabion locations
 CP stations and test posts
 Environmental data (temperatures, humidity etc.)
 Latest pipeline integrity status report, location of existing sleeving or other repairs
 Other pertinent reports / data required to execute the work, (i.e. intelligent pigging reports,
coating surveys etc.).

4.2 Incorporate pipeline route’s coordinate with project's route.

Once the contractor obtained all relevant approvals and documents. He shall then liaise with ROW
supervisor to obtain the targeted pipeline route coordinates and incorporate it with the project route and
produce a final drawing of both routes.

4.3 Proposal Submission

3rd party contractor shall submit an official letter requesting No Objection Certificate (NOC) via Online
Daleeli System attached with drawings shows project's route and pipeline route.
(Soft & Hard copy of drawing). The letter should be addressed to Ministry of Oil and Gas (MOG) – Director
General of Petroleum Industries.
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Along with the NOC request the contractor should supply a method of statements listing the
measurements & procedures taken/used to prevent risks to the pipeline. The statement is subject for
ROW supervisor approval, and can be submitted after obtaining standard and procedures relative to
ROW.

4.4 Joint site visit

A joint site visit shall be conducted to discuss the project and PDO standards & procedures are handed
to the 3rd party to incorporate them in their method statement.

A master layout drawing showing the pipeline route incorporated with the project route which will be
approved for construction. The drawing is submitted in hard & soft copy.

If the project dose not cross any of PDO facilities/R.O.W., a N.O.C. will be issued stating no crossing is
found, hence project will not affect PDO MOL or SOGL.

4.5 Method statement

3rd party shall submit a Method statement covering elements such as purpose, scope, references,
definitions, safety, resources, responsibility, sequence of operation and
attachments. It details the way the activity / project will be performed in line with standards and
procedures. Once obtain from related PDO technical authority,the method of statement is subject for
ROW supervisor approval. ROW supervisor shall obtain clarity from related PDO technical authority
(TA2) on critical projects such as Tie-ins to MOL/SOGL systems and Hot Tapping…etc.; hence no work
shall commence until the documentation is signed as approved.

All technical documentation used should be referred to, and it may include:
 Engineering calculations, (where applicable)
 Management and control procedures specific to the work
 HSE procedures specific to the work
 Emergency response procedure (in the event of pipeline damage)
 Detailed list of all Equipments, Instruments, Sign Boards, Warning /Caution measures to be
adopted during the site works, and also indicate whether any temporary or permanent detours
are required to carry out all site works in a safe and effective way.
 Temporary or permanent detours are required to carry out all site works in a safe manners

4.6 Approval of Construction Drawings

All drawings for construction are subject for ROW supervisor approval; no work shall commence until the
documentation is approved together with method statement.

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5 No Objection Certificate (NOC)

When carrying out work within the class 1 pipeline’s ROW (25m either side of the pipeline as defined by
the Royal Decree no. 8/2011) by either PDO authorities or 3rd party clients, a written NOC is required to
be issued listing all terms and conditions for carrying out the project. The NOC shall list all applicable
PDO standards, the 3rd party must adhere to. The NOC should be issued for specific project and location,
and should have a validity period. Renewal of the NOC is subject of PDO reviews of progress of work.

5.1 Types of NOC

There are two types of NOC
 Preliminary NOC (during Design phase)
Preliminary NOC shall be obtained by all PDO / Third parties to ensure compliance
to the requirements as stated in NOC, prior to issue of AFC (approved for
construction) drawings.
 Final NOC (during Construction phase)
Issue of preliminary NOC during design stage is a pre-requisite for final NOC. This
NOC shall be obtained by all PDO / Third parties prior to construction start. PDO
has the right to change / cancel the preliminary NOC, based on changes in
circumstances (like changes in field, updation of PDO standards …etc) between the
time period of issue of preliminary NOC and application of final NOC.
5.2 Permit to Work (PTW)
All projects which fall within the ROW require PTW; Prior to obtain PTW, the 3rd party shall ensure that
all necessary permits/approvals have been obtained from respective authorities (National, Municipal or
other Authorities).

PTW applicant & holder must have a valid PTW license issued by respected teams. No work within ROW
shall commence without PTW holder presence. The permit shall be retain at site with a copy of the NOC.

5.3 Excavation Certificate

All excavating/trenching require excavation certificate, except constructing of an over head line power
(OHL) provided all construction is out of ROW.

All excavations shall be in adherence to PDO standard GU-501 - Guidelines For Excavating and Working
Around Live Pipelines. Mechanical excavation is not allowed around live pipelines, unless expressly
permitted by the Company.

Excavation(s) should be planned so as to minimise the time that the excavations remain open. Excavation
shall be barricaded and a reflector warning signs shall be installed.

5.4 Job HSE plan

A Job HSE plan should be attached to the PTW and can be obtained through PDO Web

5.5 Hazards and Effects Management Process (HEMP) (if applicable)

All power & Telecoms projects require HEMP – Refer to GU 501 Excavation and Working Around Live
Pipelines.
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5.6 Trial pit

Trial pits to determine the actual depth of the pipeline shall be by using hand tools
only. No mechanical means are allowed. A 48 hrs notice shall be given to PDO prior to start of the work;
ROW inspection will observe compliance.

5.7 Utilities crossings

5.7.1 Power cables crossings

 For requirements on parallelism or crossing angles between power cables / OHL and
pipelines, cathodic protection requirements, …etc, refer to SP-1128 / SP-1211.
 No parallelism within ROW corridor permitted.
 Power crossing shall be within a 300 meter of a CP test post to enable monitoring
interference, if no CP test point then 3rd party must provide a CP test post.
 The Over Head Lines(OHL) towers shall be not less than 25 meter clearance from the
centre of the pipelines.
 Crossing angle should not be less than 45o - preferably 90o.
 OHL cables height shall be in accordance with SP-1101 / SP-1102B / SP-1114D.
 Duct should be provided for the underground cables along the ROW.
 Minimum clearance below the Main Oil line (bottom of pipe and top of the proposed
utility) shall be not less than 0.75 – 1.0m.

5.7.2 Telecoms lines crossings

 Crossing angle should not be less than 45o - preferably 90o.
 Duct should be provided for the underground cables along the ROW.
 Minimum clearance below the Main Oil line (bottom of pipe and top of the
proposed utility) shall be not less than 0.75 – 1.0m.

5.7.3 Water pipes crossings

 Crossing angle should not be less than 45o - preferably 90o.
 Minimum clearance below the Main Oil line (bottom of pipe and top of the proposed
utility) shall be not less than 0.75 – 1.0m.

5.7.4 Road crossing over pipeline

 Protection culvert must be build over pipelines on dual carriages
 Protection slab must be build over pipelines on single carriages
 The Company may require stress analyses to be performed to confirm the
acceptability of the proposals. PDO Civil / Structural TA2 shall review & approve
the slab / culvert design.

5.8 Backfill Materials

The Contractor shall ensure that the following deleterious materials are not included in the trench or
backfill:
 Rock larger than 100 mm in any dimension.
 Waste coating materials or metallic artefacts of any kind
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 Pipeline supports, shoring, vegetation or other organic material.

 Any rubbish including camp waste, packaging etc.
 Gypsum or any material with chloride content greater than 100 ppm.
 Excavated spoil, sifted to remove rocks, shall generally be used as backfill.
 The fine padding material to be placed around the pipe, shall be free from clay. Padding may
be obtained from the spoil heaps by sifting and/or processing using rock crushing machinery, or
from other sources approved by the Company. Topsoil shall not be processed to create fine
padding.
 Waste materials shall be removed from the site and disposed of to the requirements of the
Company.
 Topsoil shall always be used as the final layer prior to windrow reinstatement.

5.9 Reinstatement
The contractor shall reinstate any areas or objects damaged or altered during construction such that their
final condition is equal to or better than their original condition.

During the period of construction, the contractor shall be responsible for the routine maintenance of the
pipeline right of way and any access roads or tracks used by contractor’s vehicles, pipeline ROW and
other working areas shall be left in a neat and clean condition to the satisfaction of the local authority, the
property owner or occupier as communicated to the Contractor by the Company.

Any additional protection to pipelines and coating systems specified under crossings or elsewhere shall
be reinstated by the contractor in accordance with the relevant specifications.

5.10 Crossing sign markers

Crossing sign markers shall be installed, two at both ends of ROW and one at the
crossing area (total 3 for each crossing).

5.11 Submission of As Built Drawings & joint site visit to evaluate site
As Built drawing shall be submitted to PDO after work completion & a PDO- joint site visit to evaluate the
completion of the project.

5.12 Completion of Project & issuing of Release letter

All aspects of site work shall be carried out in adherence to PDO standard GU-501 - Guidelines for
Excavating and Working around Live Pipelines. All controls and safety measures agreed on the method
statement are followed.

No backfilling shall be done, till the work has been inspected and approved by the ROW inspectors.
Backfilling operations shall meet the requirements of SP-1208. Bedding and backfill materials shall
neither damage the pipe nor its protective coating and shall include full details of the proposed backfill
and support removal procedures, (including provision for protection of pipe coatings from damage at
support points), in the method of statement.

Windrows shall be reinstated to a minimum height of 1 metre to mark the pipeline position and protect it.

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A release letter will be issued by PDO, certifying that the project was carried in line with all agreed terms
and conditions.

5.13 ROW Audits

ROW supervisor is responsible for conducting 6 monthly audits to verify the quality of ROW. Program to
be agreed with end users and asset owners.
ROW can seek PDO corporate security coordinator to carry out the security audits by a 3rd party e.g.
Police through Security & safety Services (SSS).

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6 Other Information
6.1 ROW Access
ROW access shall be kept clear all the time of the project, and or temporary/permanent adequate access
shall be provided for the pipeline maintenance and inspection teams. The Contractor shall remove any
temporary crossings when no longer required by the project, or as instructed by the Company.

6.2 Pipe Supports

Adequate support of the exposed pipeline shall be maintained throughout all stages of the work.

6.3 Above/below ground facilities

All care should be taken to protect the pipeline above/below ground facilities such as pipeline
signs/markers, cathodic protection cables, protection barriers, etc.

6.4 Construction material & waste / spoils

Ensure that no construction material shall be kept in ROW corridor during the project and the
excavation spoils and construction waste is not left in the pipelines ROW. Also restore the pipeline right of
way after completing all activities.

6.5 Additional protection requirements

PDO reserves the right to amend and/or add additional protection requirements as appropriate during the
design phase.

6.6 Site supervision

PDO personnel shall be fully involved in the supervision of site activities within the pipeline Right of Way.

6.7 Vehicles movements & ROW access authorization

Vehicular movements shall be restricted to outside the pipeline ROW and shall use the existing pipeline
crossings. ROW road got the minimum road signs; it is designed mainly to be used by Company ROW and
maintenance teams.

An HSE road risk assessment maybe conducted to find out suitability of the ROW to any project. Projects
which involve heavy machineries movement which might damage ROW; a constant grading is required to
restore the pipeline right of way.

6.8 Indemnity
3rd party shall be responsible and liable for all costs, claims, damages, loss and/or liability whatsoever
which PDO or any third party may at any time incur (including
any legal or professional costs) arising out of or in connection with the project whether or not caused by the
negligence of the 3rd party, or their associates or any of their respective agents or employees and agree to
keep PDO fully and effectually indemnified against any such claims.

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6.9 Validity of No Objection Certificate

NOCs are valid for 6 month from issuing date, and subject for re-validating by contacting PDO ROW
supervisor.

6.10 Working during Fridays & public holidays

No work within ROW shall be carried out during Fridays & public holidays, unless expressly permitted
by the Company.

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7 Appendix A
7.1 Appendix 1, Glossary of Definitions, Terms and Abbreviations
For the purposes of this specification the following definitions shall be used:
Shall The word ‘shall’ is to be understood as mandatory
Should The word ‘should’ is to be understood as strongly recommended.
May The word ‘may’ is to be understood as indicating a possible
course of action.
Accountability State of being liable for certain actions to be taken and
results achieved
Responsibility The state of being required to undertake specific actions.
The execution of a delegated task, activity or process.
Ministry Ministry of Oil and Gas
The Company Is Petroleum Development Oman LLC
The User Is the Company, Consultant or Contractor designate who uses
this document
The Corporate Is the person responsible for the discipline the standard
Functional belongs to (CFDH)
Discipline Head

Specific

Barriers Are the metal pipes which clearly identify the right of way strip on each side
of the pipeline.
Blacktop Asphalt, paved or concreted roads.
Class 1 pipeline Criticality classification of the pipelines as per SP-1211
Graded Roads Roads which have been prepared by grading, consisting of a solid surface
with definite road edge markings by means of fencing, barriers, windrow
or other markings and which have a safety lane. Graded roads also
include construction roads and pipeline rights-of-way.
Permit to Work PDO approved PTW system with all relevant certificates and documents.
System
Rural area An area in interior away from cities – predominantly desert - containing
farms, camps ..etc
Sign Boards Are signs representing features and information of pipeline and ROW.
The Right of Way Pipelines Right Of Way is defined a strip of land extending 25 meter on
either side of the pipeline, as defined by the Royal Decree no 8/2011 –
article 28 - as 25 meters on either side of the pipeline.
Topsoil Is that material, whatever the composition, which is present from the
natural ground surface to 10 cm below the ground surface. A windrow shall
not be considered natural ground surface
Urban Area An area containing housing/villas.
Vehicle A light vehicle, heavy goods vehicle, bus or trailer.
Verification Point Defines a completed activity, at which the Contractor shall stop and seek
Company approval before continuing on to a subsequent activity.
Windrow Is the pile of undifferentiated material placed along the longitudinal axis of
the pipeline. It is approximately triangular in section and has a nominal
height of 1.0 metres and a minimum base width of 1.5 metres

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Abbreviations

BVS Block Valve Station

CFDH Corporate Functional Discipline Head
CMF Corporate Management Frame Work
CP Cathodic protection
D/S Down stream
FIM Fountain Incident Management
FOC Fiber Optic Cable
GTF Gas Transmission Facilities
HAZOP Hazard and Operability
IVMS In Vehicle Monitoring Systems
L/R Launchers /Receivers
MAF Mina Al Fahal
MOD Ministry of Defence
MOG Ministry of Oil & Gas
MOH Ministry of Housing
MOL Main Oil Line
MRM&WR Ministry Of Regional Municipalities and Water Resources
NOC No Objection Certificate
OGC Oman Gas Company
OHL Over Head Line.
ORPIC Oman Oil Refineries and Petroleum Industries Company
PDO Petroleum Development Oman Company
PTW Permit to Work
RAS Road Safety Assurance Standard
ROW Right of Way
SOGL South Oman Gas line
SSS Security & Safety Services LLC
U/G Under Ground utilities
U/S Up stream

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7.2 Appendix 2, Forms and Reports

RIGHT OF WAY INSPECTION REPORT - CIMS Data Analysis – ROWINSP

ROW proposed Questionnaire Score for Remark
observation only if
Yes / No score = 1

1 Access Road condition: Sum of next 4

(1) Warning Signs (Private Road, High Pressure, Stop, etc) are there 1 for No
(2) Gate is there (if required) 1 for No
(3) Locks 1 for No
(4) Open digs present 1 for Yes
2 Protection Barriers / Gates in good conditions 1 for No
3 Marker Post / Sign Post present condition: Sum of next 5
(1) Pipeline features (bends, CPs) 1 for No
(2) Utilities & Wadi X Signs 1 for No
(3) Marker/Test Post is not affected 1 for No
(4) Plate is there & clear 1 for No
(5) Information is complete & correct (Type, chainage, emergency tel. 1 for No
4 Encroachments : Sum of next 3
(1) Unauthorised digging / excavation in ROW 1 for Yes
(2) ROW corridor Permanent encroachment - 3rd party (Building etc.) 1 for Yes
(3) Foreign object in vicinity of line 1 for Yes
5 Protection Gabion Box : Sum of next 2
(1) Damaged required reinforcement 1 for Yes
6 Windrow : Sum of next 3
(1) Damaged require reinstatement 1 for Yes
(2) Vegetation to be removed 1 for Yes
(3) Illegal crossings 1 for Yes
7 ROW : Sum of next 3
(1) Damaged require grading 1 for Yes
(2) Wash out required backfilling 1 for Yes
(3) Illegal dumpling 1 for Yes
8 Community issues : Falaj issues 1 for Yes
9 Exposed pipeline (wadi or other area, eg. At Rdx) 1 for Yes
10 Above ground pipeline Sum of next 3
(1) Lack of support - off sleeper 1 for Yes
(2) Covered in sand 1 for Yes
11 Leak 1 for Yes
12 Leak Clamp present 1 for Yes
13 BVS correct 1 for No
14 Loading lines inspection 1 for No
15 Integrity of pits and CP solar panels 1 for No

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No Objection Certificate flowchart

Action Party
Tasks Description Right Of Way Pipeline Remarks
Contractor
Superv isor Owner
Contact PDO Right of Way Supervisor to get the pipeline route /
Provide coordinates. (in AutoCAD format)Tel. 24673248, GSM 98081896, E-
1 Request PDO for Pipeline route / Coordinates Request
Coordinates mail Address : [email protected]

Incorporates Pipeline route in project lay-out, Pipeline route to be merged with project's route and a master layout
2 verifies if there is a crossing and submit proposed Submit drawing is generated.
updated
lay-out to PDO
Meeting : 1. submit Project proposal 2. The Objective of meeting is to determine whether there is a crossing or
Proposal to be review ed and ensure w hether it not. Official letter attached with drawing shows project's route and
3 pipeline route. (Soft & Hard copy of drawing).
w ill cross PDO pipeline or not 3. Hand over PDO
standards 4. Agreed joint site visit.
Site visit by UIPT/65 and UIPT/4x in case of interior crossings.
4 Joint site visit Site Visit

Method statement should describe step by step - Project Name and

Submit Review Scope, HEMP process to be completed, Ensurance of PTW System,
5 Method statement Details of Activities, Manpower & Equipments, Quality Control
Confirmation, Emergency Response Procedure and Important Contact
Numbers.

6 Approved for Construction Draw ings Submit Review Drawings shall be Reviewed and Approved.

7 Preliminary and Final No Objection Certificates Issue NOC is issued with maximum 6 months validity.

Request Permit to Work for Trial Pit and The PTW is submitted to affected custodian then to Pipeline owner
8 Raise PTW Initiate Approve
execution of crossing (if applicable) for approval. Interior through UIPT/4x.

10 Trial pit, crossing execution (if applicable) Start Supervise Supervision by ROW inspector (coastal or interior).

11 Close PTW w hen project complete Close Receive Close PTW and relevant applications and submit to Pipeline Owner.

Submit information to geomatics for incorporation of pipeline as built

12 Submission of As Built Draw ings Submit Receive
drawings.
Joint site visit to evaluate the completion of the project. Visit by
13 Joint visit to evaluate site Site Visit
UIPT4x in case of interior crossings.
Release letter issued (applicable for third parties Release letter to be issued certifying that the project was carried in
14 Issue line with agreed terms and conditions.
only)

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7.3 Appendix 3, Related Business Control Documents and References

The related CMF Documents can be retrieved from the CMF Business Control Portal.

Royal Decrees
Royal Decree 8/2011 issuing the Oil and Gas Law
Code of Practice
CP-122 HSE - Management System Manual

Procedures
PR-1002 Operation Excavation Certificate
PR-1172 Permit to Work System
PR-1235 Main Oil Line System Management Procedure
PR-1834 Work Management for Pipeline Maintenance & Corrosion Activities

Specification
SP- 1128 Specification for Cathodic Protection Design
SP-1208 Pipeline Construction Specification
SP-1246 (Parts 1 to 5) Inspection, Maintenance and Repair of Existing Painting and Coating
Systems Specification for Painting and coating
SP-1284 Signs and Signboards
SP-2000 Road Safety Standard

Guidelines
GU-289 PDO Security guide
GU-379 Pipeline Emergency Repair Manual
GU-501 Excavation and Working Around Live Pipelines

Protocols
OGC –PDO – 003 Operating and Maintenance of Joint Cathodic Protection Facilities
OGC –PDO – 004 Operating and Maintenance within Shared Rights of Way
PDO HSE Manual

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SP-2387 – Right of Way Specification

Any user who identifies an inaccuracy, error or ambiguity is requested to notify

the custodian so that appropriate action can be taken. The user is requested to
return this page fully completed, indicating precisely the amendment(s)
recommended.
Name:
Ref ID Date:

Page Ref: Brief Description of Change Required and Reasons

To: UEC6
Custodian of Document Date:

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