Spec 2017 02 A00 Human Factors Engineering Labelling of

DEP SPECIFICATION
HUMAN FACTORS ENGINEERING – LABELLING OF

FACILITIES, EQUIPMENT AND PIPING
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DEP 30.00.60.21-Gen.
February 2017
ECCN EAR99
DESIGN AND ENGINEERING PRACTICE
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PREFACE
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................................ 5
1.1 SCOPE ....................................................................................................................... 5
1.2 DISTRIBUTION, INTENDED USE AND REGULATORY CONSIDERATIONS ......... 5
1.3 DEFINITIONS ............................................................................................................. 6
1.4 CROSS-REFERENCES ............................................................................................. 8
1.5 SUMMARY OF MAIN CHANGES ............................................................................... 8
1.6 COMMENTS ON THIS DEP ....................................................................................... 9
1.7 DUAL UNITS............................................................................................................... 9
1.8 NON NORMATIVE TEXT (COMMENTARY) .............................................................. 9
2. LABELS - GENERAL ............................................................................................... 10
2.1 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS................................................................................... 10
2.2 CONTENT AND DESIGN ......................................................................................... 10
2.3 MATERIALS AND LOCATION ................................................................................. 13
3. EQUIPMENT AND COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION LABELS .............................. 14
3.1 SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS ................................................................................... 14
3.2 MATERIALS AND LOCATION ................................................................................. 16
4. CABLE IDENTIFICATION LABELS ........................................................................ 17
4.3 MATERIAL AND LOCATION .................................................................................... 18
5. PANEL AND CONSOLE LABELS ........................................................................... 19
5.3 LOCATION AND MATERIALS ................................................................................. 21
6. PIPE MARKERS....................................................................................................... 23
6.1 GENERAL COLOUR-REQUIREMENTS .................................................................. 23
6.2 METHOD OF IDENTIFICATION............................................................................... 25
6.3 MARKER MATERIAL................................................................................................ 27
6.4 MARKERS APPLIED DIRECTLY TO PIPES ........................................................... 28
6.5 PIPE MARKER PLACEMENT .................................................................................. 28
7. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION LABELS ..................................................................... 31
7.1 HAZARD LEVEL SELECTION CRITERIA ............................................................... 31
7.2 FORMAT ................................................................................................................... 31
7.3 DANGER LABELS .................................................................................................... 31
7.4 CAUTION LABELS ................................................................................................... 32
7.5 MATERIALS .............................................................................................................. 33
7.6 MOUNTING LOCATION ........................................................................................... 33
8. INFORMATION LABELS ......................................................................................... 34
8.1 CRITERIA FOR USE ................................................................................................ 34
8.2 GENERAL ................................................................................................................. 34
8.3 INSCRIPTION ........................................................................................................... 34
8.4 LETTER SIZE ........................................................................................................... 34
8.5 CHARACTER/BACKGROUND COLOUR ................................................................ 34
8.6 MATERIALS .............................................................................................................. 35
8.7 MOUNTING LOCATION ........................................................................................... 35
9. SAFE WORKING LOAD IDENTIFICATION LABELS ............................................. 36
9.1 REQUIRED MOUNTING LOCATIONS .................................................................... 36
9.2 COLOUR ................................................................................................................... 36
9.3 WORDING ................................................................................................................ 36
9.4 CHARACTER SIZE................................................................................................... 36
9.5 MATERIAL ................................................................................................................ 36
10. LABEL CATALOGUE .............................................................................................. 37

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10.1 CONTENTS .............................................................................................................. 37

11. REFERENCES ......................................................................................................... 38

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1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 SCOPE
This DEP specifies Human Factors Engineering (HFE) requirements for the content,
design, layout and positioning requirements for signs, labels and markings to be applied or
the following:
a. equipment, component and cable identification;
b. panel and console labels;
c. pipe markers;
d. hazard identification signs;
e. information signs;
f. safe working load identification labels;
g. visual aids for improving equipment effectiveness.
This DEP ensures that signs, labels and markings are designed, sized and located in a way
that:
a. facilitates visibility and legibility;
b. clearly indicates the presence of hazards and dangers;
c. supports users (installers, operators, maintainers) in identifying equipment and the
safe and efficient execution of tasks;
d. minimizes the risk of errors caused by equipment misidentification.
The requirements in this DEP do not cover all the applicable requirements for the following:
a. development of Equipment Tag Numbers (See DEP 01.00.09.10-Gen.)
b. safety symbols, life-saving, fire protection, and regulatory required signage, other
than those identified above;
b. product safety labels.
This is a revision of the DEP of the same number dated February 2012; see (1.5) regarding
the changes.
1.2 DISTRIBUTION, INTENDED USE AND REGULATORY CONSIDERATIONS

Unless otherwise authorised by Shell GSI, the distribution of this DEP is confined to Shell
companies and, where necessary, to Contractors and Manufacturers/Suppliers nominated
by them. Any authorized access to DEPs does not for that reason constitute an
authorization to any documents, data or information to which the DEPs may refer.
This DEP is intended for use in facilities related to oil and gas production, gas handling, oil
refining, chemical processing, gasification, distribution and supply/marketing. This DEP
may also be applied in other similar facilities.
When DEPs are applied, a Management of Change (MOC) process shall be implemented;
this is of particular importance when existing facilities are to be modified.
If national and/or local regulations exist in which some of the requirements could be more
stringent than in this DEP, the Contractor shall determine by careful scrutiny which of the
requirements are the more stringent and which combination of requirements will be
acceptable with regards to the safety, environmental, economic and legal aspects. In all
cases, the Contractor shall inform the Principal of any deviation from the requirements of
this DEP which is considered to be necessary in order to comply with national and/or local
regulations. The Principal may then negotiate with the Authorities concerned, the objective
being to obtain agreement to follow this DEP as closely as possible.

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1.3 DEFINITIONS
1.3.1 General definitions
The Contractor is the party that carries out all or part of the design, engineering,
procurement, construction, commissioning or management of a project or operation of a
facility. The Principal may undertake all or part of the duties of the Contractor.
The Manufacturer/Supplier is the party that manufactures or supplies equipment and
services to perform the duties specified by the Contractor.
The Principal is the party that initiates the project and ultimately pays for it. The Principal
may also include an agent or consultant authorised to act for, and on behalf of, the
Principal.
The word shall indicates a requirement.
The word should indicates a recommendation.
The word may indicates a permitted option.
1.3.2 Specific definitions
Term Definition
Caution Label Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may
result in minor injury to a person, minor damage to the equipment, or a
minor pollution problem. A caution label should not be used when there
is a possibility of death or serious injury.
Danger Label Indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury to a person, serious damage to vital equipment,
or a major environmental pollution problem.
Hazard Label A type of label used to identify and provide information about situations
that may be hazardous to personnel, equipment or the environment.
The types of labels to be used are "DANGER" and "CAUTION".
Identification A type of label used to identify piping contents, vessel contents, and
Label individual equipment, (e.g., valves, gauges, junction boxes, filters,
pumps, transmitters, controls), or places (e.g., rooms, buildings).
Information A type of label used to present non-procedural information of a general

Label nature.
Independent Symbols that alone provide information to the user without requiring
Symbols elaboration by supporting text (e.g., earmuffs to indicate a high noise
area requiring hearing protection).
Instruction A type of label used to present instructions for accomplishing a specific

Label task or tasks, along with any hazard or safety information related to
performing the task(s).
Label Any plate, sign, placard, inscription, legend, symbol, marking or

combination thereof, which is used to impart visual information,
warnings or instructions to a reader.
Label A list of all labels placed in a facility, such that persons at the facility
Catalogue could use the list to purchase, or have made, the same label if the
original labels required replacement or additional labels of a particular
type were needed at the facility.

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Term Definition
Marking Painted (e.g., stencilled) information that conveys visual information,

warnings or instructions to a reader.
Notice Signs used to indicate a statement of company policy directly or

indirectly related to the safety of personnel or protection of property.
This signal word should not be associated directly with a hazard or
hazardous situation and shall not be used in place of “DANGER” or
“CAUTION.”
Panel and Labels that appear on operator consoles and panels to identify
Console individual or groups of controls or displays.
Labels
Sign See “Label”.
Tag Physical plate, sign or placard that is attached to an item by lanyard,

chain or similar, and contains visual information for the reader.
Tag Number Unique alphanumeric identifier used to identify assets or an equipment

item (valve, instrument, vessel, pipeline.).

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1.3.3 Abbreviations
Term Definition
ANSI American National Standard
API American Petroleum Institute
ASME American Society of Mechanical Engineers
ISO International Organization for Standardization
P&ID Piping and Instrumentation Diagram
UV Ultra Violet
1.4 CROSS-REFERENCES
Where cross-references to other parts of this DEP are made, the referenced section or
clause number is shown in brackets ( ). Other documents referenced by this DEP are listed
in (11).
1.5 SUMMARY OF MAIN CHANGES

This DEP is a full (minor) revision of the DEP of the same number dated February 2012.
The following are the main, non-editorial changes.
Section/Clause Change
1.1 Revised reference to other DEP’s to include new Tagging
Specification and have clarified what type of safety signs are
included as well as what is excluded.
2.3.4 Deleted Figure 3 and Table 2 and referenced appropriate height
range included in DEP 30.00.60.20-Gen., Table 10.
6.3 Revised to exclude use of pre-coiled wrap around pipe markers
on uninsulated piping, unless piping is located inside enclosures
that are designed to prevent against ingress of water. S
6.5 Revised to reduce the number of pipe markers and thus cost
associated with installation around equipment, on horizontal
piping and in pipe racks.
10 Deleted requirements for visual aids for improving equipment
effectiveness.

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1.6 COMMENTS ON THIS DEP

Comments on this DEP may be submitted to the Administrator using one of the following
options:
Shell DEPs Online Enter the Shell DEPs Online system at

https://www.shelldeps.com
(Users with access to
Select a DEP and then go to the details screen for
Shell DEPs Online)
that DEP.
Click on the “Give feedback” link, fill in the online
form and submit.
DEP Feedback System Enter comments directly in the DEP Feedback

System which is accessible from the Technical
(Users with access to
Standards Portal http://sww.shell.com/standards.
Shell Wide Web)
Select “Submit DEP Feedback”, fill in the online form
and submit.
DEP Standard Form Use DEP Standard Form 00.00.05.80-Gen. to record

feedback and email the form to the Administrator at
(other users)
[email protected].
Feedback that has been registered in the DEP Feedback System by using one of the above
options will be reviewed by the DEP Custodian for potential improvements to the DEP.
1.7 DUAL UNITS

This DEP contains both the International System (SI) units, as well as the corresponding
US Customary (USC) units, which are given following the SI units in brackets. When
agreed by the Principal, the indicated USC values/units may be used.
1.8 NON NORMATIVE TEXT (COMMENTARY)

Text shown in italic style in this DEP indicates text that is non-normative and is provided as
explanation or background information only.
Non-normative text is normally indented slightly to the right of the relevant DEP clause.

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2. LABELS - GENERAL
2.1 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

2.1.1 General
Labels, tags, legends, placards, signs, markings or a combination of these are provided
to support users (installers, operators, maintainers) in the safe and efficient execution of
tasks.
1. Labels shall be provided whenever personnel must identify items, or be aware of
hazards.
Using this DEP will ensure that labels use language, words, symbols, abbreviations,
number formats and acronyms that are familiar to the work force expected to be at
the facility.
2. Labels should conform to the relevant linguistic stereotype, i.e., be read from left to
right (preferred) or top to bottom (allowed), for English language.
2.1.2 Label glossary
1. The project Label Glossary shall be initiated at the start of DEFINE phase, and
maintained throughout EXECUTE phase.
2. The following are characteristics of information that may be included on labels:
a. abbreviations;
b. acronyms;
c. number formats;
d. units of measurement;
e. symbology;
f. meaning of colour.
3. All labels developed for the project shall comply with the definitions contained in the
project Label Glossary.
2.2 CONTENT AND DESIGN

2.2.1 Abbreviations
1. Abbreviations on labels shall be used only if the following conditions exist:
a. there is insufficient space to spell out the words needed for the label, or;
b. the abbreviation is more commonly known and understood than the spelt out
word (e.g., ESD instead of Emergency Shutdown; AFFF instead of Aqueous Film
Forming Foam).
2. Abbreviations shall be standardized and used consistently across all labels and
defined in the project Label Glossary.
2.2.2 Units of measurement
1. Units of measurement as defined in the project Label glossary shall be used
consistently across all units, equipment and Manufacturer/Suppliers.

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2.2.3 Irrelevant information

1. Information not directly required by the user to accomplish the operational tasks (e.g.,
trade names and company logos), should be avoided on the face of the following:
a. consoles;
b. control panels;
c. displays.
2. Non-task oriented information should be placed on the side or back of the display or
console when viewed from the expected working position.
2.2.4 Characters to avoid
1. Characters, letters and symbols which are highly confusing, should not be used in
combinations or situations where incorrect reading could lead to a significant
misunderstanding. For example, when labels are in English:
a. the number “1” should not be used in combination with the letters “L” or “I”;
b. the number “0” should not be used in combination with the letters “O” or “Q”.
2.2.5 Character and numerals
1. Characters shall be simple block type format, using a font such as Arial or Helvetica.
2. Numerals shall be Arabic (as opposed to Roman).
2.2.6 Character and background colour
1. Labels for the following shall be provided with black characters on a white background:
a. vessel;
b. equipment;
c. component;
d. instrument device;
e. cable identification.
Equipment and components include, but are not limited to the following:
 equipment (e.g., vessels, pumps, filters, electrical and communications,);
 instrument devices (e.g., gauges, transmitters.);
 valves (actuated control valves).
2.2.7 Surface colour contrast
1. Label background for items not covered by (2.2.6) shall provide maximum contrast
with the colour of the surface to which the label will be attached.
2. Safety colour specification should follow ANSI Z535.1 or ISO 3864-4 as appropriate.
2.2.8 Character heights
1. The height of letters and numerals shall be determined by the expected reading
distance as specified in table 1 and based on a minimum illumination level of 10
Lux (1 Foot-candle).
Minimum character heights apply to the lower case characters without ascenders
and descenders (e.g., a, m and c).

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Table 1 Minimum character heights (for lower case characters) by viewing

distances
Viewing Distance in Full Tag Number (First Functional Description

metre (ft) Line) (Second / Third Lines)
Character Height in mm Character Height in mm
(in) (in)
< 1 m (3 ft) 7 mm (0.3 in) 5 mm (0.2 in)
1 m to 3 m (3 ft to 10 ft) 21 mm (0.8 in) 14 mm (0.6 in)
> 3 m (10 ft) 42 mm (1.7 in) 28 mm (1.1 in)
(Source: Adapted from ISO 11064-4)
2.2.9 Justification/alignment
1. Tag Numbers (upper line) shall be aligned centrally.
2. Functional descriptions shall be left aligned when only one language is used
(see Figure 1).
3. For bilingual labels, functional descriptions shall be left aligned for the first language
and aligned with the centre of the label for the second (see Figure 2).
Figure 1 Label justification/alignment example (one language)
Figure 2 Label justification/alignment examples (bilingual)
2.2.10 Use of case

1. Only capital letters shall be used for tag numbers.
2. Functional descriptions should be written with leading capitals (e.g., “Compressor”).

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2.2.11 Line spacing, word and line separation

1. Minimum space between characters (within words) shall be maintained with a
compression rate of no more than 40%.
2. Minimum space between words shall be the width of one character.
3. Minimum space between lines on the functional description shall be ½ character
height.
4. Minimum separation between the top of a character on a lower line and the bottom of
the lowest character on an upper line shall be at least one stroke width.
5. Minimum vertical space between tag numbers and the functional description shall be
the height of the largest character of the functional description character height.
2.3 MATERIALS AND LOCATION

2.3.1 Materials and manufacturing process for labels
1. The label material shall be compatible with the material on which it is attached.
Compatible in the sense that it will not lead to dissimilar metal corrosion.
2. Labels when attached to the item, shall not:
a. trap air or moisture between the label and surface to which it is attached;
b. adversely affect the surface coating, for example accelerate the rate of corrosion.
3. All labelling materials shall withstand the following:
a. direct contact with all process chemicals present in the unit/process;
b. contact temperatures as defined in material specifications;
c. prolonged exposure to direct sunlight without deterioration in legibility for a
minimum of 5 years.
2.3.2 Locating labels – General
1. Labels shall be located to be legible in combination with (2.2.8) from the anticipated
operator working position when interacting with the equipment.
2. If there is no obvious anticipated working position (e.g., when operator is working in a
restricted area), labels shall be legible from a position intended for operator access
without exposing operators to risk of injury or exposure to hazards.
3. Identification labels shall either be mounted on or adjacent to, the component so that it
is visually obvious which component the label refers to.
4. Labels shall be located so as not to be covered by movable items such as doors,
racks, access openings or equipment that might be moved in and out of a space, or
temporarily stored there.
5. Where a unit or skid-based package contains multiple items of the same equipment
type, e.g., ‘A’ and ‘B’ pumps, each piece of equipment shall be identified with the
unique equipment number as indicated on the PEFs (P&IDs).
2.3.3 Locating labels – Mounting surface and viewing angle
1. Labels should be located on flat surfaces.
2. If a curved surface is used for locating a label, all of the information contained on the
label shall be visible to the reader from the expected working position.

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2.3.4 Locating labels – Height range

1. Labels, tags and markings associated with controls (e.g., switches, push buttons,
touch panels, keyboards) and displays (e.g., indicating instruments, touch panels)
mounted vertically, either individually or grouped on flat vertical surfaces, for use by
operators or maintainers shall be located as specified in DEP 30.00.60.20-Gen.,Table
10.
2.3.5 Multiple labels
1. The grouping of more than three hazard or information labels in a row, or close
together, should be avoided.
2.3.6 Repeated labels
1. For installations or equipment (such as vessels, tanks and skid packages), which can
be approached or inspected from more than one side, repeated labelling/marking
should be used so that the item is clearly labelled from all likely lines of approach.
2. Columns and equipment penetrating multiple levels of structures if accessible above
grade, shall require repeated labels.
3. EQUIPMENT AND COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION LABELS
3.1 SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS

3.1.1 General
1. Identification labels shall be placed on all equipment and components requiring
physical manipulation for operations or maintenance.
Equipment and components include, but are not limited to the following:
 equipment (e.g., vessels, pumps, filters, electrical and communications,);
 instrument devices (e.g., gauges, transmitters.);
 valves (actuated control valves).
3.1.2 Equipment and component label content and layout
1. Labels for equipment shall include the following:
a. first line: Full Tag Number;
b. second line: Functional description of equipment or component;
c. third line: Functional description of the “parent” equipment, component or system
with which the item is associated, if applicable.
An equipment label example is shown in Figure 3.
2. For Component labels (e.g., light-fitting), only the full tag shall be provided on the
label.
Figure 3 Label examples for equipment

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3.1.3 Instrument device label content and layout

1. Labels for instrument devices [e.g., pressure safety high (PSH), temperature safety
low (TSL), flow safety high (FSH)], shall include the following:
a. first line: Full tag number;
b. second line: Functional description of the sensor function (e.g., High-High trip
alarm);
c. third line (where space permits): Functional description of the “parent” instrument
to which the sensor is attached.
An example of a label for pressure transmitter 7034A as the first transmitter in a
2003 (two-out-of-three) voting set is shown in Figure 4. An example of the
associated Hi Pressure alarm label is provided in Figure 5.
Figure 4 Label example for an instrument device
Figure 5 Label example for an associated alarm with an instrument device
3.1.4 Actuated valve label content and layout

1. Labels shall be provided for all actuated valves, including control valves.
2. Labels shall be rigid, and constructed as described in (3.2.1) with a total thickness of
2.6 mm (0.103 in).
3. Dimensions of labels shall be based on space available on the equipment.
4. Dimensions of labels should be 90 mm x 150 mm (3.5 in x 6 in).
5. Label attachment shall be by means of type 316 stainless steel fixtures (foot/bolt
assemblies/straps) affixed to the pipe downstream of the valve to be labelled.
Figure 6 Label example for control valves

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3.2 MATERIALS AND LOCATION

3.2.1 Materials
1. Equipment and component identification labels shall be one of the following:
a. painted (stencilled) on the equipment (depending on size of the equipment and
when lettering is 75 mm (3 in) in height or greater);
b. constructed of printed graphics sealed between layers of chemical resistant
plastic:
i. total thickness of labels shall be 2.6 mm (0.103 in) with all printing between
the layers;
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ii. the top layer shall be a hard-coated Lexan polycarbonate (or Principal
approved equal) that provides:
- resistance to process chemicals;
- protection from high impact;
- functions as a Ultra-violet (UV) filter to prevent fading of printing and
graphics;
- withstand operating temperatures up to 93 °C (200 °F).
iii. the substrate shall be one of two thicknesses:
- the standard gauge (rigid) provides the necessary stiffness for rigid sign
requirements;
- the thinner gauge (flexible) allows labels to be mounted on curved surfaces.
iv. labels may be flexible for mounting on either flat or curved surfaces;
v. preferred mounting method for printed material should be with a silicone
adhesive and edge sealed with a suitable silicone sealant to prevent
moisture penetration.
2. Stainless steel fixtures required to mount signs shall be of type 316 stainless steel.
3. Labels mounted with stainless steel fixtures shall be of the construction described in
(3.2.1, Item 1.b).
4. Labels mounted with stainless steel fixtures shall be rigid.
3.2.2 Mounting location
1. Mounting labels on bulkheads, walls, ceilings, or other facility structures for identifying
components shall be done if the component is located behind the bulkhead, wall, or
ceiling.
2. Labels shall not be mounted on components that can be replaced due to maintenance
or repair.

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4. CABLE IDENTIFICATION LABELS

1. Cable identification labels or markers shall be placed on all cables.
Cables to be identified include but are not limited to those associated with:
 instruments;
 communications equipment;
 electrical;
 fire & Gas equipment;
 lighting and small power devices.

1. Cable labels shall:
a. contain the full tag number;
b. have a minimum text size of 3 mm (1/8 in).
(This is due to cable size restrictions and multiple language requirements of
intended user population.)
An example is shown in Figure 7.
Figure 7 Label example for cables
AA-2101-CPT-7034A

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4.3 MATERIAL AND LOCATION

4.3.1 Materials
1. Cable identification labels or markers shall be made as follows:
a. all components of the labelling (marking) system shall be suitable for use in:
i. onshore and offshore;
ii. indoors and outdoors;
iii. environmental conditions set out in project specifications.
b. cable ties and ferrules shall meet the following criteria:
i. tested and certified for the environment that they are exposed to;
ii. have been proven by use in installations with similar environments;
iii. samples approved by Principal prior to use.
c. labels for cables in areas that are exposed to mechanical contact or highly
corrosive process chemicals and extreme thermal environments ( below -7 °C
(19.4 °F) and above 120 °C (250 °F)), shall meet the following:
i. tie-on stainless steel (#316);
ii. text in black;
iii. permanently laser etched into material.
For example, refer Figure 8. Otherwise tie-on non-corrosive printed plastic
cable markers are to be used.
d. cable ties:
i. for stainless steel labels, cable ties (banding) should be made from epoxy-
coated stainless steel;
Uncoated stainless steel banding may scratch or cause surface damage.
ii. for plastic labels, cable ties proven resistant to site environmental conditions
and process chemicals present shall be used.
e. cable and core marker systems shall consist of:
i. user printable flame retardant heat shrink sleeves for cable cores and
smaller diameter cables;
ii. polyamide strips for larger cables.
f. marker strips shall have slotted ends to permit fixing to cable by means of nylon
cable ties;
g. printing shall be carried out by thermal transfer process to produce durable, UV
stabilised markers;
h. sleeves and strips shall be supplied on tractor-feed backing to facilitate ease of
handling and printing.

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4.3.2 Location
1. Each cable shall be labelled at the end devices.
2. Labels shall be placed so that they are visible and orientated towards the user once
the cable is installed.
Figure 8 Example of stainless steel (#316) marker and banding
5. PANEL AND CONSOLE LABELS

1. Panel and consoles, including individual displays and controls and associated setting
positions shall be labelled in accordance with the requirements of this section.

5.2.1 Language/translation
1. The first language shall be displayed at the top. The subsequent translations shall
follow below this line.
2. Translation text shall be aligned centrally with line spacing, word and line separation
as per (2).
3. All upper case letters shall be used.
5.2.2 What is being measured or controlled?
1. Controls and displays shall be labelled in terms of what is being measured or
controlled (e.g., write VOLTAGE rather than VOLTMETER; POWER ADJUST rather
than POWER ADJUSTER SWITCH).

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5.2.3 Control labelling

1. Control labelling shall indicate the functional result of a control movement (e.g.,
INCREASE, ON, OFF, START, DIM).
5.2.4 Consistency
1. Terminology for the same controls and displays used on different equipment or
systems shall be the same.
5.2.5 Units of measure
1. Units of measure (such as psig, volts, kPa and mm) shall appear on the face of
displays, not on the labels.
5.2.6 Functional relationships
1. Controls and displays used together should be identified as functionally related by
using any of the following:
a. appropriate labels;
b. lines marked on panels;
c. both a and b above.
Figure 9 Use of panel lines to indicate related controls and displays
5.2.7 Control setting labels for multiple controls

1. When physically separate controls are grouped together to perform the same function
for different equipment the settings for each control shall be labelled as shown in
Figure 10.

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Figure 10 Setting labels for multiple controls
5.3 LOCATION AND MATERIALS

5.3.1 Character sizes and location
1. Control and display labels shall be located above the control and/or displays they
describe:
2. The minimum height of characters shall comply with the criteria in Table 1.

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Figure 11 Example console/panel arrangement
5.3.2 Separation
1. Control functional descriptions and control setting positions shall be separated as
follows to avoid confusion between control identifying label and control setting label:
a. placed on separate labels;
b. separated on a single label by bordering.
An example shown in Figure 12.
Figure 12 Avoid confusion between control-identifying label and control-setting
label using label separation or bordering

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5.3.3 Label orientation

1. Labels shall be horizontal and read from left to right.
2. A vertical label reading from top to bottom may be used where the following occurs:
a. space or design requirements do not permit the horizontal orientation;
b. the label is not critical for personnel or equipment safety.
3. Labels should not be placed on controls that could turn the label in an upside down
position.
5.3.4 Material choice
1. Panel and console labels should be made of either of the following:
®
a. engraved plastic, reverse Lexan ;
b. UV-protected flexible vinyl.
2. Panel and console labels shall be suitable for the environmental conditions and
process chemicals present at the location.
5.3.5 Installation
1. Labels shall be attached with either of the following to prevent dissimilar metal
corrosion:
a. stainless-steel screws;
b. the same material of the item being labelled.
6. PIPE MARKERS
6.1 GENERAL COLOUR-REQUIREMENTS

1. Piping systems of 20 mm (3/4 in) or greater in outside diameter shall be marked with
colour-coded pipe markers, as follows:
a. all pipes carrying hydrocarbon liquids and gas;
b. fire-fighting mediums;
c. high-pressure gases (Air or Nitrogen) or liquids;
d. chemicals;
e. potable water;
f. non-potable water;
g. seawater;
h. pipes carrying toxic or sanitary wastes.
2. The pipe markers shall contain labelling to identify the following:
a. pipe content;
b. direction of flow of the pipe contents.
3. Where it is deemed appropriate by the Principal to identify where the pipe content is
coming from, and/or going to, a pipe “to/from” label shall be incorporated into the pipe
marker.
4. In the absence of any local national or regulatory standards, colour coding should
follow the ASME A13.1 (1996) standard.
A partial listing of materials and corresponding colour codes is shown in Table 3.
For services not shown in Table 2, follow conventions in ASME A13.1 (1996).

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Table 2 Classification of materials and designation of colours
Classification Background Colour Legend Colour

Materials Inherently Hazardous
Flammable or Explosive (All
Hydrocarbons) Yellow Black
Chemically Active or Toxic (Chemicals) Yellow Black
Extreme Temperatures or Pressures Yellow Black
Radioactive Yellow Black
Steam Yellow Black
Heat Medium (Hot Water) Yellow Black
Materials of Inherently Low Hazard

Liquids Green White
Seawater Green White
Sanitary Sewer Green White
Gases Blue White
Air Blue White
Nitrogen Blue White
Fire Quenching Materials
Water, Foam, CO2, Inergen, Red White

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6.2 METHOD OF IDENTIFICATION

1. Positive identification of the contents of a piping system shall be by line label (lettered
legend) giving the name of the contents in full or abbreviated form as illustrated in
Table 3.
Table 3 Piping system line labelling
HEAT MEDIUM HP NITROGEN
DEFOAMER IP GAS
GLYCOL STEAM
HP DRY OIL FIRE WATER
INSTRUMENT AIR UTILITY SEA WATER
SANITARY SEWER DRAIN POTABLE WATER
FWKO GAS TO FGC HP OIL TO IP SEPARATOR
2. Sufficient additional details such as temperature, pressure,, should be added to the

line label to identify the hazard.
3. The lettered legend shall be:
a. brief;
b. informative.
4. The “to/from” labels or stenciling design characteristics shall be determined by the
following:
a. amount of wording to be used, and
b. reading distance required.
5. Arrows shall be used to indicate direction of flow.
6. Flow arrows and legends shall repeat around the circumference so as to be legible
from all viewing positions.
An example of a wrap-around label is shown in Figure 13 and of strap-on type in
Figure 14.

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Figure 13 Example of pre-coiled wrap-around pipe marker
Figure 14 Example of strap-on type pipe marker

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6.3 MARKER MATERIAL

1. Pipe markers (other than markers painted/stencilled onto pipe surface) shall be strap-
on or pre-coiled wrap-around type.
Vinyl-based adhesive-backed materials are unacceptable.
2. Strap-on type pipe markers shall consist of:
a. 5 mil (0.005 in) polyester;
b. top-laminated with 2 mil (0.002 in) clear ultra violet and chemical resistant
protective film applied to a UV stabilized acrylic-faced, co-extruded Acrylonitrile
Butadiene Styrene (ABS) plastic carrier.
3. The carrier material for the strap-on type markers shall be chemical and UV resistant.
4. The carrier design of strap-on type pipe markers shall ensure that the marker label will
remain permanently adhered.
5. All strap-on type pipe markers shall be affixed to the piping with use of coated
stainless steel straps.
For salt-air environments such as on offshore facilities the use of a shoe, to raise
strap-on marker for ease of corrosion inspection, can be considered. See Figure 15
for an example.
Figure 15 Example of a strap-on type pipe marker with shoe and coated
6. Strap-on type pipe markers shall also be used for any application where there is a
potential for moisture accumulation behind pre-coiled wrap-around pipe markers.
7. Pre-coiled wrap-around type pipe markers shall be used only for non-insulated piping
when inside enclosures that are designed to prevent against water ingress.
This is to prevent corrosion under the pipe marker from occurring.
8. Pre-coiled wrap-around type pipe markers shall be used for insulated piping, up to 200
mm (8 in) in outside diameter (including insulation), after which strap-on type shall be
used.
9. Pre-coiled wrap around type pipe markers shall consist of:
a. printed 5 mil (0.005 in) polyester;
b. the marker top-laminated with 2 mil (0.002 in) Polyvinylidene Fluoride (PVDF)
clear ultra violet and chemical resistant protective film.

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10. Pre-coiled wrap-around type markers shall wrap entirely around the circumference of
pipe, and self-sealed with a strip of protective film.
11. Pre-Coiled markers shall seal to themselves and not to the insulation surface.
12. All printing and colours for pipe markers shall be between the two layers as described
in ((6.3, Item 2) and (6.3, Item 8)).
13. Pipe markers shall withstand the following:
a. direct contact with all process chemicals;
b. operating temperatures up to 120 °C (250 °F);
c. prolonged exposure to direct sunlight without deterioration for a minimum of
5 years.
6.4 MARKERS APPLIED DIRECTLY TO PIPES

1. For pipes which do not lend themselves to the use of wrap-around or strap-on type
pipe markers (e.g., fiberglass or copper-nickel materials), the labels and flow arrows
may be applied (i.e., painted or stenciled) directly to the pipes. The lettering should be
75 mm (3 in) or larger.
6.5 PIPE MARKER PLACEMENT

1. Pipe markers shall be located where they are directly readable to an operator from a
safe distance without exposing him to risk of injury or exposure to hazards.
2. Pipe markers should be located so that they can be easily replaced in following cases:
a. due to routine wear to the bands;
b. modification;
c. maintenance;
d. repainting of the piping system or nearby structure.
3. Pipe marker placement shall adhere to the following:
a. Equipment:
i. one marker at each entry and exit point from major equipment: reactors,
pumps, exchangers, and vessels;
ii. no markers required for small filters and strainers unless there is a line
number change across the filter or strainer;
iii. each line entering columns are labelled once at the top, once at column mid-
point (if all lines are accessible), and once at or near grade;
iv. pump suction and discharge lines to be labelled at the pump as follows:
- both suction lines are labelled for paired pumps;
- discharge line to be labelled immediately after union of pump discharge
lines.
b. Manifolds/Battery Limits:
i. a marker shall be placed at following locations in a manifold/battery limit:
- adjacent to each valve in a manifold;
- adjacent to every block valve used to isolate piping systems or major
equipment,
ii. marker shall be clearly visible from the position required to operate the
valves.

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c. Utility Stations:
i. all lines at utility stations shall be labelled once adjacent to hook-up point.
d. Control Valves:
i. control valves shall be labelled once on the downstream pipe to the valve;
ii. vertical lines to/from control valves shall each be labelled where valves
have lines entering and exiting the valve in a continuous loop.
e. Solid Wall Penetrations:
i. shall be labelled once on each side of all solid wall, bulkhead
ii. label to be located within 1.5 m (5 ft) of penetration.
Single marker is acceptable when it is readily visible from both sides of a
penetration.
f. Vertical Piping:
i. shall be labelled once on vertical pass-thru piping on each level of multi-level
structures;
ii. label to be placed between 460 mm (18 in) and 1800 mm (72 in) above the
walking surface level.
g. Pipe Racks:
i. major pipe racks shall be labelled as follows:
- at approximately 15 m to 30 m (50 ft to 100 ft) intervals or
- be provided with pipe rack profile signs. These signs should be black text
on a white background and affixed to the nearest pipe rack support at each
end of the rack and at a maximum height of 1800 mm (72 in). Piping
illustrated in the profile diagram should be coded to the list of lines (including
pipe contents and “to/from” information for process lines) in the table to be
provided with the profile diagram. (See figure 16).
ii. for finger or intersecting pipe racks and at branch connections, labels shall
be provided at the edge of the rack closest to the connection with the main
rack or within 4.5 m (15 ft) of major pipe rack intersections;
iii. pipe markers on two or more pipes in a group of pipes located side-by-side
(e.g., in a pipe rack) shall be installed side-by-side so they can be easily
scanned at one time.
This provides a uniform appearance and consistent visibility for all
connecting pipe.

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Figure 16 Pipe rack profile sign example
h. Packaged Units:
i. once for each line entering and exiting packaged units or Vendor-furnished
skids as depicted on P&IDs, unless drawings for Vendor-furnished skids
(and linear footage of piping) have been provided with specific direction to
label lines internal to skids.
When more than one of the criteria described in (6.5, Item 3) occurs on the same
pipe in a general area within 4.5 m (15 ft), then a single marker will suffice to
identify the pipe.

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7. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION LABELS
7.1 HAZARD LEVEL SELECTION CRITERIA

1. There shall be two (2) levels of hazard labels in the facility as follows:
a. “DANGER” and “CAUTION”.
2. The levels of hazard labels shall be based on the potential effect of hazards to
personnel as well as potential effects to property or the environment.
3. The decision as to which level to use shall be based on the definitions provided in
(1.3.2).
7.2 FORMAT
1. Hazard identification labels shall comply with requirements of ANSI Z535.2.
2. Hazard identification labels shall contain the following information:
a. a signal word (DANGER or CAUTION) at the top of the label;
b. a Safety Alert Symbol (i.e., equilateral triangle surrounding an exclamation mark)
if there is a potential personal injury hazard;
c. a specific, brief statement of the hazard (e.g., 600 Volts AC, not HIGH
VOLTAGE);
d. a pictorial symbol showing the hazard, if available (See ISO 7010);
e. brief detail on how to avoid the hazard; if more than one action is involved,
instructions shall be provided in step-by-step sequence (e.g., “Stay clear of this
area” or “Disconnect all power sources before removing the panel”);
f. a brief statement of the possible consequences if the instructions given are not
followed (e.g., “serious injury could occur”, “fire or explosion could occur”, “death
could result”).
3. Signal word format, size and the height of the inscription or message text shall be
based on the minimum safe viewing distance as outlined in ANSI Z535.2.
4. Signal word header shall use all capitals.
5. Message text (other than the signal word header) shall use leading capitals.
6. Black characters on a white background shall be used for message text as illustrated
in Figures 17 and 18.
7.3 DANGER LABELS

1. Danger labels should comply with the layout and colour scheme per ANSI Z535.2 and
illustrated with an example in Figure 17.

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Figure 17 Hazard identification label example – DANGER
7.4 CAUTION LABELS

1. Caution labels shall comply with the layout and colour scheme per ANSI Z535.2 and
illustrated with an example in Figure 18.
Figure 18 Hazard identification label example - CAUTION

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7.5 MATERIALS
1. Hazard identification labels shall be constructed of printed graphics sealed between
layers of chemical resistant plastic;
2. The total thickness of the label shall be 2.6 mm (0.103 in) including the thickness of
the layers.
®
3. The top layer of the hazard identification label shall be a hard-coated Lexan
polycarbonate (or Principal approved equal) that provides resistance to process
chemicals, protection from high impact and functions as a UV filter to prevent fading of
printing and graphics.
4. The substrate of the hazard identification label shall be one of two thicknesses:
a. the standard gauge (rigid) provides excellent stiffness for rigid sign requirements;
b. the thinner gauge (flexible) allows signs to be mounted on curved surfaces.
5. Hazard identification labels, shall withstand the following:
a. contact with all hydrocarbons and process chemicals;
b. prolonged exposure to direct sunlight without fading or deterioration,
c. operating temperatures up to 200 °F (93 °C).
6. Hazard identification labels shall be flexible for mounting on either flat or curved
surfaces.
7. Preferred mounting method for hazard identification labels shall be either of the
following:
a. silicone adhesive, edge-sealed with a suitable silicone sealant to prevent
moisture penetration;
b. stainless steel screws.
8. Hazard identification labels, when attached, shall not trap air or moisture between the
label and surface to which it is attached nor compromise the surface coating and thus
accelerate the rate of corrosion.
9. When hazard identification labels are attached with stainless steel screws, care shall
be taken to ensure that it is of the same material of the item being labelled to prevent
dissimilar metal corrosion.
7.6 MOUNTING LOCATION

1. Hazard labels shall be located at any of the following locations:
a. mounted at the source of the hazard;
b. immediately adjacent to the source of the hazard;
c. at the point where a hazard could be initiated.
2. Hazard identification labels should be readable before the person reaches the point of
the hazard source.
3. Maximum three hazard labels are permitted to be mounted adjacent to each other.
4. Multiple signs may be required when a source of danger can be approached from
multiple directions.
5. Hazard signs should be mounted securely in fixed locations
Hazard signs on occasion may have to be moveable and free standing e.g.,
temporary storage of chemicals or maintenance conditions.

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8. INFORMATION LABELS
8.1 CRITERIA FOR USE

1. Information labels shall be used to provide information that will significantly contribute
to the employee’s safety or efficiency.
Information labels includes notices of general practice and rules in the following
areas:
 health
 first aid;
 medical equipment;
 sanitation;
 housekeeping;
 general safety.
2. The signal word (“NOTICE”) should not be associated directly with a hazard or
hazardous situation.
3. The signal word (“NOTICE”) shall not be used in place of “DANGER” or “CAUTION.”
8.2 GENERAL
1. Information labels shall comply with requirements of ANSI Z535.2.
2. Information labels shall be headed by the signal word “NOTICE”, followed by the
necessary information inscription.
8.3 INSCRIPTION
1. The inscription may be provided in paragraph form or a step-by-step presentation
format.
2. If any portion of the information is a list, the inscription shall be presented in list form.
3. Headings shall be used to organize and identify related information.
8.4 LETTER SIZE

1. The height of the inscription text should be based on ANSI Z535.2.
2. The inscription text shall have the following properties:
a. the signal word “NOTICE” shall be at least 50% higher than the height of the
subheadings (if any are used);
b. subheadings shall be 25% higher than the height of the inscription text;
c. if no subheadings are used, the signal word shall be 50% higher than the
inscription text.
8.5 CHARACTER/BACKGROUND COLOUR

1. Information labels should comply with the layout and colour scheme per ANSI Z535.4
and (Figure19).
2. The labels should comply with the following properties:
a. the signal-word “NOTICE” shall be white characters on a blue rectangular
background;
b. text inscription shall be black characters on a white background.

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Figure 19 Information label example - NOTICE
8.6 MATERIALS
1. Information labels shall have following characteristics:
a. constructed of printed graphics sealed between layers of chemical resistant
plastic;
b. total thickness of labels 2.6 mm (0.103 in) including the plastic layers.
®
2. The top layer of the information label shall be a hard-coated Lexan polycarbonate (or
Principal approved equal) that provides resistance to process chemicals, protection
from high impact and functions as a UV filter to prevent fading of printing and graphics.
3. The substrate of the information label shall be one of two thicknesses:
a. the standard gauge (rigid) that provides excellent stiffness for rigid sign
requirements;
b. the thinner gauge (flexible) allows signs to be mounted on curved surfaces.
4. Information labels shall withstand the following:
a. contact with all hydrocarbons and process chemicals;
b. prolonged exposure to direct sunlight without fading or deterioration;
c. operating temperatures up to 93 °C (200 °F).
5. Information labels shall be flexible for mounting on either flat or curved surfaces.
6. Preferred label mounting method shall be either of the following:
a. a silicone adhesive, edge-sealed with a suitable silicone sealant to prevent
moisture penetration;
b. stainless steel screws.
8.7 MOUNTING LOCATION

1. Information labels shall be mounted nearest to the location where the information is to
be used by the individual.

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9. SAFE WORKING LOAD IDENTIFICATION LABELS
9.1 REQUIRED MOUNTING LOCATIONS

1. Safe working load labels showing the maximum safe load in tons or pounds shall be
installed as follows:
a. adjacent to all pad eyes or other lifting points to be used during the operation or
maintenance of the facility;
b. on the web of all monorails and runway/lifting beams;
c. on the web of all traveling cranes or jib booms;
d. on all structures which will be used as lifting points.
2. The label shall be placed so that it is directly visible and oriented for horizontal reading
by the user viewed from the standing surface from which the load will be lifted.
9.2 COLOUR
1. The labels shall have black letters on a yellow background.
9.3 WORDING
1. The label shall read as follows:
CAPACITY___________TONS (or __________Kg/lb).
9.4 CHARACTER SIZE

1. Lettering and numbers on the labels shall be as follows:
a. large enough to be read from the standing surface from which the user will be
operating the lifting mechanism and/or reading the load limit label;
b. minimum 25 mm (1 in) in height.
2. Lettering and numbers should satisfy additional criteria mentioned in Table 1.
9.5 MATERIAL
1. Safe working load limit labels shall consist of any of the following materials:
a. painted labels on the lifting apparatus when lettering is 75 mm (3 in) or larger;
b. the same materials as for Hazard Identification and Information labels; see (7.5)
or (8.6).

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10. LABEL CATALOGUE
10.1 CONTENTS
1. A label catalogue should be prepared for each facility identifying each unique type of
label purchased and installed in that facility.
2. The label catalogue should contain the following data:
a. Label Supplier’s name, address, phone number and contact person;
b. original packing lists for purchases of specific labels so that duplicates may be
ordered from the same Supplier;
c. any text and tag number contained on the label;
d. label size and colour;
e. label material;
f. the quantity of each label originally purchased;
g. label location and/or service.

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11. REFERENCES
In this DEP, reference is made to the following publications:
NOTES: 1. Unless specifically designated by date, the latest edition of each publication shall be used,
together with any amendments/supplements/revisions thereto.
2. The DEPs and most referenced external standards are available to Shell staff on the SWW (Shell
Wide Web) at http://sww.shell.com/standards/.
SHELL STANDARDS
Symbols and identification system - Mechanical DEP 31.10.03.10-Gen.

Instrumentation symbols and identification on process engineering DEP 32.10.03.10-Gen.
flow schemes
AMERICAN STANDARDS
American national standard for safety colors ANSI Z535.1

American national standard for environmental and facility safety signs ANSI Z535.2
Scheme for the identification of piping systems ASME A13.1 (1996)
INTERNATIONAL STANDARDS
Graphical symbols — Safety colours and safety signs – Part 4: ISO 3864-4
Colorimetric and photometric properties of safety sign materials
Graphic symbols – safety colours and safety signs – safety signs used ISO 7010 (2011)
in in workplaces and public areas


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HUMAN FACTORS ENGINEERING – LABELLING OF

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