OISD-STD-135 Draft-II

DRAFT - II
OIL INDUSTRY SAFETY DIRECTORATE

पेट्रोलियम प्रोडक्टस की िोडडग व अनिोडडग होसेस का
लनरीक्षण
ओ आई एस डी - मानक - 135
INSPECTION OF LOADING AND UNLOADING HOSES FOR
PETROLEUM PRODUCTS
OISD-STANDARD-135
Inception February 1996
1st Amendment September 2001
1st Revision ----- 2021
FOR RESTRICTED CIRCULATION ONLY
OIL INDUSTRY SAFETY DIRECTORATE

Government of India
Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas
8th Floor, OIDB Bhavan, Plot No. 2, Sector – 73, Noida – 201301 (U.P.)
Website: https://www.oisd.gov.in Tele: 0120-2593833, Fax: 0120-2593802
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PREAMBLE
Indian petroleum industry is the energy lifeline of the nation and its continuous performance is
essential for sovereignty and prosperity of the country. As the industry essentially deals with
inherently inflammable substances throughout its value chain – upstream, midstream and
downstream – Safety is of paramount importance to this industry as only safe performance at all
times can ensure optimum ROI of these national assets and resources including sustainability.
While statutory organizations were in place all along to oversee safety aspects of Indian petroleum
industry, Oil Industry Safety Directorate (OISD) was set up in 1986 by Ministry of Petroleum and
Natural Gas, Government of India as a knowledge centre for formulation of constantly updated
world-scale standards for design, layout and operation of various equipment, facility and activities
involved in this industry. Moreover, OISD was also given responsibility of monitoring implementation
status of these standards through safety audits.
In more than three decades of its existence, OISD has developed a rigorous, multi-layer, iterative
and participative process of development of standards – starting with research by in-house experts
and iterating through seeking & validating inputs from all stake-holders – operators, designers,
national level knowledge authorities and public at large – with a feedback loop of constant updation
based on ground level experience obtained through audits, incident analysis and environment
scanning.
The participative process followed in standard formulation has resulted in excellent level of
compliance by the industry culminating in a safer environment in the industry. OISD – except in the
Upstream Petroleum Sector – is still a regulatory (and not a statutory) body but that has not affected
implementation of the OISD standards. It also goes to prove the old adage that self-regulation is the
best regulation. The quality and relevance of OISD standards had been further endorsed by their
adoption in various statutory rules of the land.
Petroleum industry in India is significantly globalized at present in terms of technology content
requiring its operation to keep pace with the relevant world scale standards & practices. This
matches the OISD philosophy of continuous improvement keeping pace with the global
developments in its target environment. To this end, OISD keeps track of changes through
participation as member in large number of International and national level Knowledge Organizations
– both in the field of standard development and implementation & monitoring in addition to updation
of internal knowledge base through continuous research and application surveillance, thereby
ensuring that this OISD Standard, along with all other extant ones, remains relevant, updated and
effective on a real time basis in the applicable areas.
Together we strive to achieve NIL incidents in the entire Hydrocarbon Value Chain. This, besides
other issues, calls for total engagement from all levels of the stake holder organizations, which we, at
OISD, fervently look forward to.
Jai Hind!!!
Executive Director
Oil Industry Safety Directorate
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FOREWORD
The Oil Industry in India is over 100 years old. As such, various practices have been in vogue because
of collaboration/ association with different foreign companies and governments. Standardization in
design philosophies, operating and maintenance practices remained a grey area. This coupled with
feedback from some serious accidents that occurred in the past in India and abroad, emphasized the
need for the industry to review the existing state-of-the-art in designing, operating and maintaining of
Oil and Gas installations.
With this in view, the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas in 1986 constituted a Safety Council
assisted by the Oil Industry Safety Directorate (OISD) staffed from within the industry in formulating
and implementing a series of self-regulatory measures aimed at removing obsolescence, standardizing
and upgrading the existing standards to ensure safe operations. Accordingly, OISD constituted a
number of functional committees of experts nominated from the industry to draw up standards and
guidelines on various subjects.
The earlier document on “Inspection of loading and Unloading Hoses for Petroleum Products” was
prepared in February 1996 and amended in September 2001. Since then, a lot of changes has
happened in National and International codes (IS 10733, IS 9573, OCIMF, GMPHOM, EN 13765 etc.)
as well as in the extant inspection practices due to technological advancement. Hence, revision of this
standard is taken up to match with prevalent statutory norms and technological developments. This
document is prepared based on the accumulated knowledge and experience of industry members and
the various national and international codes and practices. This document is meant to be used as a
supplement and not as a replacement for existing codes standards and manufacture's
recommendations.
The figures and photographs used in the document, if any, are representative in nature.
We, at OISD, are confident that the provisions of this standard, when implemented in totality, would go
a long way in ensuring safe operation of the target group of locations.
Needless to mention, this standard, as always would be reviewed based on field level experience,
incident analysis and environment scanning. Suggestions from all stake holders may be forwarded to
OISD.
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NOTE
Oil Industry Safety Directorate (OISD) publications are prepared for use in the Oil and Gas industry
under Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas. These are the property of Ministry of Petroleum & Natural
Gas and shall not be reproduced or copied and loaned or exhibited to others without written consent
from OISD.
Though every effort has been made to assure the accuracy and reliability of the data contained in
these documents, OISD hereby expressly disclaims any liability or responsibility for loss or damage
resulting from their use.
These documents are intended only to supplement and not to replace the prevailing statutory
requirements of PESO, DGMS, Factory Inspectorate or any other Government body which must be
followed as applicable.
Wherever Acts/ Rules/ Regulation and National/ International Standards are mentioned in the
standard, the same relates to in-vogue version of such documents.
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2nd FUNCTIONAL COMMITTEE

ON
INSPECTION OF LOADING AND UNLOADING HOSES FOR PETROLEUM
PRODUCTS
(2020)
Name (Shri) Organization
LEADER
C V Ravi Kumar Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd.
MEMBERS
Sanjay Kumar Rastogi Petronet LNG
Ranabir Chowdhary Oil India Ltd.
N K Goyal Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Ltd.
Murari Mohan Prasad Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Ltd.
Sanjay Kakaji GAIL (India) Ltd.
YVNMR Trinadh Indian Oil Corporation Ltd.
Ananda Babu B Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd.
B Dharmarajan Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd.
Rajesh Kumar Indian Oil Corporation Ltd.
Shivam Agnihotri Indian Oil Corporation Ltd.
Sanjay Kumar Tiwari Oil Industry Safety Directorate
Vivek Kumar Oil Industry Safety Directorate
MEMBER COORDINATOR
Pradeep Tanwar Oil Industry Safety Directorate
In addition to the above, several other experts from the industry contributed in the preparation, review
and finalisation of this Standard.
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COMMITTEE
ON
INSPECTION OF STATIC EQUIPMENT
(1996)
Name (Shri) Organization
LEADER
R. K. Sabharwal Indian Oil Corporation (Refineries & Pipelines)
Y. P. Ajmani (Since March, 1993) Oil & Natural Gas Commission
MEMBERS
B. Ravi Indian Oil Corporation (Marketing)
S. F. Kanchwala Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd. (Refineries)
G. Somani Indian Oil Corporation (Refineries & Pipelines)
S. S. Murthy Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Ltd., Visakh

Refinery
S. Neelakantan Madras Refineries Limited
R. Rehman Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Ltd. (Mktg)
MEMBER COORDINATOR
K. R. Soni Oil Industry Safety Directorate
In addition to the above, several other experts from the industry contributed in the preparation, review
and finalisation of this Standard.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
S.No. Description Page No.
1.0 Introduction ............................................................................................................................. 1

2.0 Definitions ............................................................................................................................... 1
Part A: Hoses for road and rail tanker ............................................................................................. 2
1.0 Scope ..................................................................................................................................... 2
2.0 Types of hoses ....................................................................................................................... 2
2.1. Rubber hoses .......................................................................................................................... 2
2.2. Special nitrile rubber hoses ...................................................................................................... 2
2.3. Thermoplastic multi layer (non-vulcanised) hoses .................................................................... 2
3.0 Material and construction of hoses .......................................................................................... 3
4.0 Inspection and testing of hoses during manufacture ................................................................ 3
5.0 Inspection and testing of new hoses prior to use...................................................................... 4
6.0 Periodic inspection and testing of hoses .................................................................................. 4
6.1. Periodicity................................................................................................................................ 4
6.2. Visual inspection and dimensional checks................................................................................ 4
6.3. Hydrostatic testing ................................................................................................................... 4
6.4. Electrical continuity .................................................................................................................. 5
7.0 Marking................................................................................................................................... 5
Part B: Hoses for Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) service ............................................................. 6
1.0 Scope ..................................................................................................................................... 6
2.0 Types of hoses ....................................................................................................................... 6
2.1. Construction of hoses .............................................................................................................. 6
3.0 Material of construction ........................................................................................................... 6
3.1. Lining and cover ...................................................................................................................... 6
4.0 Inspection and testing of hoses during manufacture ................................................................ 7
5.0 Inspection and testing of new hoses prior to use...................................................................... 7
6.0 Periodic inspection and testing of hoses .................................................................................. 8
6.1. Periodicity................................................................................................................................ 8
6.2. Visual inspection and dimensional checks................................................................................ 8
6.3. Hydrostatic testing ................................................................................................................... 8
6.4. Electrical continuity .................................................................................................................. 8
6.5. Discarding limit ........................................................................................................................ 8
7.0 Marking................................................................................................................................... 8
Part C: Marine hoses for offshore terminals ................................................................................... 9
1.0 Scope ..................................................................................................................................... 9
2.0 Types of hoses ....................................................................................................................... 9
2.1. Floating hoses ......................................................................................................................... 9
2.2. Underbuoy hoses .................................................................................................................. 10
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2.3. Reinforced hoses................................................................................................................... 10

2.4. Electrically continuous/ discontinuous hoses .......................................................................... 10
2.5. Tapered bore hoses............................................................................................................... 10
3.0 General requirements ........................................................................................................... 11
4.0 Material & construction of hoses ............................................................................................ 11
5.0 Inspection and testing of hoses during manufacture .............................................................. 12
5.1. General requirements ............................................................................................................ 12
5.2. Visual inspection.................................................................................................................... 13
6.0 Periodic inspection and testing of hoses ................................................................................ 13
6.1. Periodic hydro testing of hose string in service ....................................................................... 14
6.2. Periodic testing of individual hoses ........................................................................................ 14
6.3. Safe working life type of hoses............................................................................................... 15
6.4. Visual inspection of hose components ................................................................................... 15
6.5. Recommended actions after a surge event ............................................................................ 16
7.0 Handling and storage of hoses .............................................................................................. 16
7.1. Handling individual hose ........................................................................................................ 16
7.2. Handling hoses in pallets ....................................................................................................... 17
7.3. Storage of hoses ................................................................................................................... 17
Part D: Hoses for jetty operations ................................................................................................. 18
1.0 Scope ................................................................................................................................... 18
2.0 Type of hoses ....................................................................................................................... 18
3.0 Material and construction of hoses ........................................................................................ 18
4.1. Testing of rubber hose and thermoplastic hose ...................................................................... 18
4.2. Testing of finished hose assemblies....................................................................................... 18
6.0 Inspection & testing of hoses prior to use .............................................................................. 19
7.0 Storage and handling ............................................................................................................ 19
7.1. Storage ................................................................................................................................. 19
7.2. Handling ................................................................................................................................ 19
8.0 Markings ............................................................................................................................... 20
Part E: Metallic hoses for hydrocarbon service ............................................................................ 21
1.0 Scope ................................................................................................................................... 21
2.0 Material and construction of hoses ........................................................................................ 21
4.0 Inspection and testing of new hoses prior to use.................................................................... 21
6.0 Storage and handling ............................................................................................................ 22
6.1. Storage ................................................................................................................................. 22
6.2. Handling ................................................................................................................................ 22
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7.0 Markings ............................................................................................................................... 22

Documentations ............................................................................................................................... 23
Reference 23
Annexure - i ...................................................................................................................................... 24
Annexure - ii ..................................................................................................................................... 25
Annexure- iii ..................................................................................................................................... 26
Annexure- iv ..................................................................................................................................... 27
Annexure-v ....................................................................................................................................... 28
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INSPECTION OF LOADING AND UNLOADING HOSES
FOR PETROLEUM PRODUCTS
1.0 INTRODUCTION
This standard comprises of 5 parts as follows:

Part A: Hoses for Road and Rail Tanker
Part B: Hoses for Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) Service
Part C: Marine Hoses for Offshore Terminals
Part D: Hoses for Jetty Operations
Part E: Metallic Hoses for Hydrocarbon Service
2.0 DEFINITIONS
Tank Trailer A vehicle with a tank mounted thereon or built as integral part thereof and
constructed in such a manner that it has at least two axles and all its load
rests on its own wheels.
Tank Truck: A single self-propelled vehicle with a tank mounted thereon.
Tank Wagon: A Railway Carriage with a tank mounted thereon.
Hose: A hose is a long rubber, plastic or metal tube that's used for moving a liquid
from one place to another.
Rubber: The term rubber shall include all types of rubber materials, i.e. natural,
synthetic and compounds thereof unless mentioned specifically. Similarly,
general mention of yarns and fabrics shall include those made from cotton
or manmade fibres or combination thereof.
Thermoplastic: Thermoplastics are polymers that can be melted and re-casted.
Vulcanization: Vulcanization refers to a range of processes for hardening rubbers.
Proof Pressure: Proof Pressure is the maximum pressure that may be applied to a device
without changing its performance within the specifications.
Surge Pressure: Very high pressures can be generated over short periods of time during
cargo transfer operations due to upset conditions, for instance unexpected
valve closure. This is known as surge pressure and is considered an event
outside the normal operating condition.
Catenary Anchor Leg The shape of the anchor lines, typically chain or wire rope or a combination
Mooring (CALM): of both, which are positioned between the anchors on the sea floor and the
mooring buoy or floating F(P)SO hull so that they assume a shape where
the anchor line touches horizontally on the sea floor.
Single Point Mooring An integrated mooring arrangement for bow mooring a conventional
(SPM): tanker.
Pipeline End A PLEM comprises of a structural base supporting a piping manifold and
Manifold (PLEM): facilitates the subsea termination of the pipeline and the connection of the
marine hose.
“OISD hereby expressly disclaims any liability or responsibility for loss or damage resulting from the use of
OISD Standards/ Guidelines.”
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PART A: HOSES FOR ROAD AND RAIL TANKER
1.0 SCOPE
This section covers the requirements and methods of sampling/ testing of electrically bonded
road and rail tanker hoses: -
a) Rubber hoses, resistant to petroleum and blended products, having maximum 25% aromatic
0 0
hydrocarbon content and suitable for -25 C to 65 C working temperature range.
b) Thermoplastic Multilayer (non-vulcanized), hoses and hose assemblies for carrying
hydrocarbons, solvents and chemicals. It specifies bore sizes from 25 mm to 300 mm,
2 0 0
working pressures up to 14 kg/cm and working temperature range from -30 C to 150 C.
For applications with operating temperatures, pressure, aromatic content etc. outside the
indicated ranges, manufacturer to be consulted.
2.0 TYPES OF HOSES

The hoses used in the Petroleum Industry are of the following types:
2.1. RUBBER HOSES
2.1.1. TYPE-1A
Type-1A hoses are rough bore hoses, with internal and external helical wire reinforcement,
corrugated outer cover and for a maximum working pressure of 3.5 kg/cm2.
2.1.2. TYPE-1B
Type-1B hoses are smooth bore hoses with embedded helical wire reinforcement, plain or
corrugated outer cover, used for a maximum working pressure of 3.5 Kg/cm 2.
2.1.3. TYPE-2A
Type-2A hoses are rough bore hoses, with internal and external helical wire reinforcement,
corrugated outer cover and for a maximum working pressure of 7.0 kg/cm2.
2.1.4. TYPE-2B
Type-2B hoses are smooth bore hoses with embedded helical wire reinforcement, plain or
2
corrugated outer cover and for a maximum working pressure of 7.0 kg/cm .
2.1.5. TYPE-3
Type-3 hoses are smooth bore reeling hoses without helical wire reinforcement, used for a
maximum working pressure of 7.0 kg/cm2.
2.2. SPECIAL NITRILE RUBBER HOSES
Special Nitrile Rubber Hoses or any other compatible Hose shall be used for Ethanol, based
0 0
on operational pressure and temperature ratings (-30 C to 108 C).
2.3. THERMOPLASTIC MULTI LAYER (NON-VULCANISED) HOSES
Thermoplastic Multi-Layer (Non-Vulcanized) Hoses are classified according to working
pressure and working temperature range as given in Table-A below:
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Table – A
Type – 1 Type – 2 Type – 3 Type – 4
0
Working Temperature Range ( C) -20 to +60 -30 to +80 -30 to +80 -30 to +150
2
Maximum working Pressure (kg/cm ) 4 10 14 14
2
Proof Pressure (kg/cm ) 6 15 21 21
2
Vacuum Rating (kg/cm ) 0.5 0.9 0.9
Minimum Burst Pressure (kg/cm2) 16 40 56 56
3.0 MATERIAL AND CONSTRUCTION OF HOSES
Construction of hoses & materials for lining, reinforcement, helical wire, electrical bonding,
cover and end connections shall be as per IS-10733 for Rubber Hoses and EN 13765 for
Thermoplastic multi-layer (non-vulcanized) hoses.
Rubber flexible hose suitable for Ethanol use having nitrile rubber inner tube reinforced with
textile plies & helix of GI wire with outside cover resistant to oil, weather and abrasion.
4.0 INSPECTION AND TESTING OF HOSES DURING MANUFACTURE
The following inspection checks and testing shall be carried out for Rubber Hoses as per IS-
10733.
a) Visual inspection
b) Checking of mass and dimensions/ tolerances
c) Tensile strength and elongation at break for the lining and cover.
d) Accelerated Ageing test
e) Adhesion Test
f) Swelling Test
g) Test for soluble matter.
h) Test for resistance to vacuum.
i) Hydrostatic pressure test.
j) Bursting pressure test.
k) Electrical bonding checks.
The following inspection checks and testing shall be carried out for Thermoplastic multi-layer
hoses (non - vulcanised) as per EN 13765
b) Proof Pressure test
c) Change in length at Proof pressure
d) Twist test at Proof pressure
e) Burst pressure test
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f) Bend test
g) Vacuum test
h) Crush recovery test
i) Fuel resistance test
j) Ozone resistance test
k) Thermal ageing test
l) Flammability test
m) Low temperature flexibility test
n) Electrical Resistance between end fittings (Should be <= 2.5 Ohm/m for sizes less than 50
mm and <= 1.0 Ohm/m for sizes 50 mm and above).
o) Leak tightness
5.0 INSPECTION AND TESTING OF NEW HOSES PRIOR TO USE
a) All hoses shall be serially numbered for maintaining service records.

b) Hoses shall be inspected for the following
- Dimensional check-up.
- The hose cover for cracks, tear, puncture, abrasion or any other damage.
- Couplings for cracks or any other deformity.
- Liner for defects and physical damages from both ends.
c) Hoses shall be hydrostatically tested at 1.5 times of the rated working pressure.
d) Hoses shall be checked for electrical continuity.
6.0 PERIODIC INSPECTION AND TESTING OF HOSES
6.1. PERIODICITY
Each hose shall be inspected and tested after 6 months of initial operation. Subsequent
testing shall be done at 3 month‟s interval irrespective of the number of operations. However,
each hose shall be visually checked for damage every time prior to use.
6.2. VISUAL INSPECTION AND DIMENSIONAL CHECKS
Detailed inspection as per Para 5.0(ii) shall be carried out during each periodic inspection.
6.3. HYDROSTATIC TESTING
6.3.1. ELONGATION DURING HYDROTESTING
Rubber Hoses: - Hoses shall be subjected to hydrostatic testing at 1.5 times of the rated
working pressure. Elongation under working pressure shall not exceed 5% for type-3 hoses
and 10% for all other hoses. Permanent elongation for all hoses shall not exceed 2.5%.
Thermoplastic multi-layer (non-vulcanised) hoses: - Maximum elongation under test pressure
(proof pressure) shall not exceed 10%.
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6.3.2. TEST PROCEDURE

Test shall be carried out as per procedure given in IS-10733 for Rubber Hoses and as per EN
13765 for Thermoplastic multi-layer (non-vulcanized) Hoses.
6.4. ELECTRICAL CONTINUITY
Hoses shall be checked for Electrical Continuity after each hydro-test.
7.0 MARKING
For Rubber Hoses: Each length of the hoses shall be marked at least once in every 3 m with
the following information:
a) The manufacturer's name or recognised trade-mark
b) Hose Identification e.g. Type 1
c) Nominal diameter
d) Month and year of manufacturer
e) ISI certification mark
For Thermoplastic multi-layer (non-vulcanized) Hoses: Each hose shall be permanently
marked at an interval of not greater than 1 m with lettering of a minimum height of 10 mm and
with at least the following information:
a) Manufacturer‟s Details
b) Standard to which Hose confirms e.g. EN 13765
c) Hose Identification e.g. Type 2
d) Maximum Working Pressure
e) Temperature Range.
f) Material of hose inner Liquid barrier layer
g) Quarter and Year of Hose manufacture.
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PART B: HOSES FOR LIQUEFIED PETROLEUM GAS (LPG) SERVICE
1.0 SCOPE
This section covers the requirements and methods of sampling/ testing of hoses and hose
assemblies complete with end connections for transferring Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) for
loading/ unloading tank trucks/ tank wagons for a maximum ambient temperature of 650 C
and a maximum working pressure of 2.5 MPa (25.5 kg/cm2) and size up to 76 mm nominal
bore. Metallic hoses for unloading of LPG from tankers are excluded. Wire reinforced hose for
domestic and commercial installation are also excluded.
2.0 TYPES OF HOSES
Hoses for Industrial applications like LPG Bottling Plant

2.1. CONSTRUCTION OF HOSES
Wire or textile reinforced hose suitable for a maximum working pressure of 2.5 MPa (25.5
kg/cm2). The coupled hose assembly shall have the capability to conduct electrical charge
from one coupling to another. If this capability in textile reinforced hose is provided by means
of metallic wires, then not less than two (crossed) metallic bonding wires shall be incorporated
in the hose. Hoses can be provided with external mechanical protection like conduit to avoid
any external damage during operation. However, the mechanical protection provided shall not
interfere with construction of hose.
3.0 MATERIAL OF CONSTRUCTION
3.1. LINING AND COVER

3.1.1. LINING
An inner lining is manufactured out of synthetic rubber like acrylonitrile-butadiene rubber
(NBR), blends of NBR-Polyvinyl chloride (NBR-PVC) or chloroprene rubber (CR) compound
resistant to liquefied petroleum gas. It shall be reasonably smooth in bore, uniform in
thickness and free from air blisters, porosity and splits.
3.1.2. COVER
The cover shall be manufactured out of synthetic rubber compound resistant to abrasion,
weather and liquefied petroleum gas. It may have cloth marked impression finish. The colour
of cover shall be black.
3.1.3. THICKNESS OF LINING AND COVER
The thickness of the lining and cover of the hose shall be not less than 1.5 mm and 1.0 mm
respectively.
The rubber shall meet the following requirements:
Property Lining Cover

2
Tensile strength, min. 100kgf/cm 100kgf/cm2
Elongation at break (%), min. 200 250
Tensile strength after ageing,
75% of unaged value 50% of unaged value
min
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Elongation at break, min. 75% of unaged value 50% of unaged value

Swelling in n-pentane, max. 25% 25%
Soluble matter max. 5% Not Applicable
Low temperature (-40+/-20 C) No cracking No cracking
Dimensions and Bend Radii for Rubber hoses for different nominal size (from 6 to 76 mm)
as per IS 9573
3.1.4. REINFORCEMENT
The reinforcing wire or cord shall have surface treatment for good bonding with lining and
cover compounds.
The hoses shall be subjected to the following tests during manufacture:

b) Dimensional check.
c) Tensile strength and elongation at break for lining & cover in unaged and aged conditions.
d) Swelling test
e) Test for fuel soluble matter
f) Low temperature flexibility
g) Pressure Tests.
i. Proof Test
ii. Burst Test
h) Electrical continuity test
i) Ozone Resistance test
a) All hoses shall be serially numbered for maintaining service record. Date of „put in use‟
shall be marked on the hose.
b) Hoses shall be inspected for the following: -
i. Dimensional check.
ii. Hose cover for cracks, tear, puncture, abrasion or any other damage.
iii. Coupling for any cracks or sign of abuse.
iv. Check the ends of the assembly for irregularities in liner.
v. Check for electrical continuity.
c) Hoses shall be hydrostatically tested at 1.5 times of rated working pressure.
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6.1. PERIODICITY
LPG hoses shall be inspected & tested at maximum interval of 4 months.
6.2. VISUAL INSPECTION AND DIMENSIONAL CHECKS
Inspection specified in Para 6.0(b) shall be carried out.
6.3. HYDROSTATIC TESTING
6.3.1. TEST PRESSURE
Hydrostatic testing of LPG hoses shall be carried out at 1.5 times of the maximum working
pressure at maximum interval of 4 months.
6.3.2. TEST PROCEDURE
The hose shall be placed on a test table or plain surface so as to lie straight, without twist.
The surface on which the hose rests should be slightly inclined so that the supply end is lower
than the other end. The pressure in the hose shall be increased gradually at a rate of 0.1 to
0.7 kg/cm2 per sec. Test pressure shall be held for a minimum period of five minutes after
stabilization. During the entire test period, the hose shall be carefully inspected for signs of
leakage, uneven expansion, ballooning, air bubble on external surface due to entrapped air or
any other indication of failure. The pressure shall then be released gradually at the same
rate.
6.4. ELECTRICAL CONTINUITY
Hose shall be tested for electrical continuity after every hydro test.
6.5. DISCARDING LIMIT
LPG hoses shall be discarded after 3 years of service or earlier in case the permanent
elongation exceeds 5%.
7.0 MARKING
Each length of the hose shall be clearly and durable marked at intervals of not more than 0.5
m with the following information:
a) Manufacturer's name or trade mark, if any
b) Nominal bore
c) Month and year of manufacturer
d) Type of hose
e) Max. working pressure
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PART C: MARINE HOSES FOR OFFSHORE TERMINALS
1.0 SCOPE
This section covers the material, construction, inspection, storage, testing and handling
requirements of Marine Hoses used for transferring crude oil and petroleum products in
offshore terminals. This standard includes Single and Double Carcass Hoses of following
types:
a) Submarine hose with and without collars for floats
b) Submarine hose with special reinforced end or ends
c) Floating hose
d) Part floating hose
e) Part floating hose with special reinforced end or ends
f) Tanker rail hose
g) Tapered bore hose, all types
h) Catenary Hoses
i) Reeling Hoses
The Marine hoses shall be constructed and tested in accordance with Oil Companies
International Marine Forum (OCIMF)-Guide to Manufacturing and Purchasing Hoses for
Offshore Moorings (including considerations relating to hose system design) -GMPHOM 2009
or latest edition.
2.0 TYPES OF HOSES
Different types of Hoses can be either single carcass or double carcass:

SINGLE CARCASS - A single carcass hose consists of three main elements of lining, body
and cover, which terminate over an end fitting.
DOUBLE CARCASS - A double carcass hose consists of the base/ standard carcass hose
(referred to as the primary carcass in this hose type) and a second carcass covering the
base/ standard carcass hose. The second carcass also consist of Lining, Body and cover.
Double carcass hose should have a volume between primary and secondary carcasses. The
second carcass has the ability to contain a potential slow leak/ sudden failure of the primary
carcass. A double carcass hose will be provided with a means for detecting any leak from the
primary carcass.
2.1. FLOATING HOSES
Floating hoses are characterised with in-built flotation media to impart positive reserve
buoyancy such that these hoses can float without addition of any external floats. Depending
on flotation requirements, use and other characteristics, Floating hoses are sub classified as
follows:
a) Full Float Hoses
Full float hoses are characterised with a minimum reserve buoyancy of 20% in sea water with
hose full of sea water or crude/ product, whichever has the higher density. The density of the
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crude/ product, if greater than seawater at 1025 kg/m³, shall be specified during selection/
purchase.
b) Half Reinforced/ Half Float Hoses
Half Reinforced/ Half Float hoses are characterised with a minimum positive buoyancy of 5%
in sea water. These hoses are used as the first hose off the buoy.
c) Tanker Rail Hose
Tanker Rail hoses are characterised with more flexibility and reinforced ends. The hose is
positioned at tanker for manifold connection. Four Lifting Lugs should be provided at the
tanker end of the rail hose and two lugs at the other end, aligned 900 apart.
2.2. UNDERBUOY HOSES
Under buoy Hoses are without any reserve positive buoyancy. However, collars may be
provided at specific intervals for fixing bead floats for achieving desired configuration while
installed under the buoy. Under buoy hoses shall be designed so that the empty hose can
resist the hydrostatic pressure at a maximum depth of 76 meters in sea water.
2.3. REINFORCED HOSES
A reinforced hose can be either of the floating or submarine type and has the basic design of
a standard hose but with additional reinforcement over part or all of its length. This additional
reinforcement may be needed to increase the physical properties of a standard hose for
improved performance in a particular hose string position or for special applications. As an
example, in a conventional CALM buoy system, it is common to use reinforced hoses at the
connections to the buoy and to the subsea PLEM.
As a minimum, in a partially reinforced hose, the additional reinforcement will be a maximum
at one end and will be tapered away from the flange for a minimum of approximately 1/3 of
the hose length.
In cases where the reinforcement is applied over the entire hose length and connection is to
be made to a second hose, consideration should be given to a smooth transition of stiffness
from the fully reinforced hose to the second hose. In such cases, it is common for the second
hose to be partially reinforced, as detailed above. The bending stiffness at the reinforced end
of the partially reinforced hose should be identical to that of the adjacent fully reinforced hose.
2.4. ELECTRICALLY CONTINUOUS/ DISCONTINUOUS HOSES
Hoses are manufactured either as electrically continuous or as electrically discontinuous
depending upon the location/ requirement of a hose in the system.
Electrically continuous hoses are used by design to allow cathodic protection systems to
function where buoys and equipment are protected from corrosion by impressed current or
sacrificial anodes. For electrically continuous hose, a low-resistance connection will be
provided by bonding the nipples to built-in wire(s).
Electrically discontinuous hoses are used to prevent electrical arcing at the manifold during
connection and disconnection of hoses or to isolate impressed current systems.
2.5. TAPERED BORE HOSES
Marine hoses are also manufactured with tapered bore, to be used as floating reducers.
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3.0 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
3.1. PRESSURE RATINGS

Hoses shall be designed & manufactured for a minimum rated working pressure (RWP) of 15
2
Kg/cm . The hoses shall be suitable for operation with crude/ product at internal pressure
2
ranging from minus 0.85 kg/cm gauge (vacuum) to the designated Rated Working Pressure
at designed temperature.
3.2. BENDING CHARACTERISTICS
Minimum Bend Radius (MBR) is measured to the hose inside edge. Submarine and tanker
rail hoses should be so constructed that under all conditions they may be bent to a bending
radius of four times the nominal hose diameter without damage, permanent ovalling or
deformation.
Hoses with integral buoyancy will be so constructed that under all conditions they may be
bent to a bending radius of six times the nominal hose diameter without damage, permanent
ovalling or deformation.
3.3. FLOW VELOCITY
The lining of hoses shall be designed for continuous operation at a flow velocity of 21 m/s. In
case velocities in excess of these values are required, the same shall be indicated in the
specifications.
3.4. TEMPERATURE RATINGS
Hoses shall be suitable for use with crude oil/ liquid petroleum product (other than liquid
petroleum gas and liquid natural gas) having a minimum temperature of -20o C (-4o F) to a
maximum of +820 C (179.6o F) and an aromatic content not greater than 50% by volume.
Marine hoses shall be able to withstand following ambient temperature range:
Maximum: + 520 C (125o F)
Minimum: - 290 C (-20o F)
4.0 MATERIAL & CONSTRUCTION OF HOSES
Marine hoses consist of the following:

a) Inner tube
The inner tube shall be made from smooth, seamless, oil resistant synthetic compound.
b) Construction of Body
The hose Body may consist of elastomer reinforced with an adequate number of textile fabric,
textile cord or steel wire cord layers. Additional reinforcement may be incorporated in the form
of one or more embedded wire helixes, rings or other types of reinforcement.
c) Flotation Medium
Flotation medium shall be Integrally built over basic hose consisting of sponge rubber, PVC or
polyethylene foam or similar closed cell material.
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d) Outer Cover
Outer cover should be resistant to aging, abrasion, weathering, tearing, sunlight, oil and sea
water penetration. The cover should extend over the full length of the hose body and should
be terminated at the flanges. The cover should be smooth, but some slight unevenness is
acceptable provided the changes in contours are not sharp and not over 3 mm deep or high
at locations of ridges or indentations for submarine hoses, and 5 mm for hoses with integral
buoyancy.
e) Flanged Joint
Both ends shall have ANSI 150 series flat face weld neck forged flange conforming to ASTM
A105 steel of maximum 0.25% carbon or equivalent, with a protective galvanising of minimum
85-micron thickness.
f) Nipple
Nipple shall be mechanically and chemically bonded to the hose carcass and shall conform to
ASTM A-106 A or B, API 5L Grade A or B or equivalent material. Clamped-on and swaged-
on nipples are not acceptable. Alternatively, Nipple shall be fabricated from steel plate
conforming to ASTM A-285 C or equivalent.
g) Integral reducers
Whenever hoses are fitted with 150 series integral reduces, they shall conform to ANSI B
16.5.
h) Colour marking/ colour of cover
This may be done as per OCIMF stipulations
5.1. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

Each hose shall be subjected to inspection and test at Manufacturer‟s shop before
acceptance. The inspection and test shall be carried out as per “OCIMF Guide to
Manufacturing and Purchasing of Hoses for Offshore Moorings (GMPHOM 2009/ latest
version)”.
a) Inspection at Manufacturer‟s shop shall include, but not limited, to the following points.
b) Material Test.
c) Adhesion test - hose body and, if applicable, buoyancy material
d) Weight test
e) Minimum Bend Radius Test (before Hydrostatic Pressure Test)
f) Bending Stiffness test.
g) Torsion Test (if specified).
h) Tensile Test (if specified).
i) Hydrostatic Pressure Test
j) Kerosene Test (if specified)
k) Vacuum Test
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l) Electrical continuity/ discontinuity test.

m) Float Hydrostatic Test
n) Lifting Lug Load Test
o) Visual Inspection
5.1.1. RECORD OF TESTS
After inspection, the result of all tests and inspection shall be recorded in an „Inspection and
Test Certificate‟ for each hose. This certificate shall include all the relevant details in regard
to its compliance with OCIMF standard or any other standard as specified.
5.1.2. HYDROSTATIC PRESSURE TESTING
Each hose shall be tested with water to the test pressure specified to determine water
tightness and in addition, shall be pressurised to working pressure to determine temporary
and permanent elongation. The hydrostatic test shall be performed as per details given in
Annexure-III.
5.1.3. ELECTRICAL TESTS
Electrical tests shall be carried out with the hose empty and both before & after the physical &
hydro test. Electrically discontinuous hose shall have a resistance of not less than 25,000
ohms measured flange to flange utilising a 500 Volt Mega Ohm Meter tester. Electrical
continuous hose should not have a resistance higher than 0.75 Ω/m measured flange to
flange.
5.1.4. VACUUM TEST
Each hose shall be subjected to a vacuum test, which shall be conducted last in the sequence
of tests. The procedure to be followed shall be as described in Annexure-IV.
5.1.5. FLOAT HYDROSTATIC TEST
Hydrostatic tests will be performed on one float per each size, with minimum of one per order
or one per ten if there are more than ten floats in the order. Further details are given in
Annexure-V.
5.2. VISUAL INSPECTION
The Inspection shall include all aspects of material handling, fabrication and manufacturer's
control activities for all hoses be as per “OCIMF Guide to Manufacturing and Purchasing of
Hoses for Offshore Moorings (GMPHOM 2009)”
All hoses put in service shall be subjected to periodic testing and inspection for trouble free
and safe operation. This includes:
a) Visual inspection of hoses in service.
b) Periodic hydro-testing of hose string in service.
c) Periodic inspection of individual hose.
Floating hoses shall be inspected before and after any operation where tankers are unloaded/
loaded and also after heavy storm. Underwater hoses shall be inspected at least once in 6
months for general condition and string configuration and also after every heavy storm for
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string configuration. In locations where sea weather conditions are very rough, frequency of
inspection may be enhanced from six months to quarterly/ monthly.
In case of floating hoses, the first and second hose off the buoy and the tail hoses including
tanker-rail hose deserve more attention than other hoses.
Each hose should be examined for any possible defect such as oil seepage, kinking, abrasion
exposing the body wire, bending etc. For any such defect, the concerned hose should be
replaced immediately.
Other defects of minor nature shall be dealt with according to the severity of the defects. In
case of doubts regarding structural damages in the hose, the affected hose shall be removed
from service for further and detailed examination.
The hose string should be put to hydrostatic test before resumption of operation after each
replacement activity of hose.
Hoses shall be checked for possible rubbing against anchor chain. Frequency of inspection
shall vary from 3 to 6 months. However, in case of extreme weather conditions, this frequency
may be reduced to one month.
6.1. PERIODIC HYDRO TESTING OF HOSE STRING IN SERVICE
The hoses strings in service shall be hydro tested periodically every year and visually
inspected after every storm to ensure good health of system. The periodic inspection shall be
carried out as per Section 6.0.
Testing medium shall be water and test pressure shall be 150% of the maximum working
pressure but limited to rated pressure. The system should be able to hold the test pressure
satisfactorily for a period of not less than 30 minutes after stabilisation.
Valves in the system may be operated in logical sequence to pinpoint any weak section or a
leaking section.
The under buoy hose configuration is to be adjusted with oil-filled condition.
6.2. PERIODIC TESTING OF INDIVIDUAL HOSES
Periodic testing of individual hoses (not in a string) should be undertaken as under:
a) New hoses which have been in storage for more than six months and used hoses in
which defects are suspected, should be pressure tested at maximum working pressure
rating of the hose before being replaced or returned to service. The hydrostatic testing
shall be undertaken as per procedure outlined in Annexure-III.
b) Based on the result of visual inspection, in case of any defect/ abnormality, hoses shall
be removed from service and tested on shore. The testing shall cover thorough visual
inspection which includes,
1. Inspection of Outer Cover
2. Inspection of Floatation Cover
3. Inspection of Inner Lining
4. Inspection of End Fittings
5. Inspection of Leak Detection System (for double carcass hose)
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Hose shall be subjected to following test on shore,

1. Hydrostatic Pressure Test
2. Vacuum Test
3. Electrical Test
c) If the hoses are required to be used beyond normal working life, it shall be estimated/
established through empirical means using observations, inspections, tests from hoses in
service and destructive tests, like:
1. Visual inspections
2. Hydrostatic/ Electrical/ Vacuum tests
3. Experience gained for hoses at location
4. Burst test
6.3. SAFE WORKING LIFE TYPE OF HOSES
Safe working life generally acceptable for different hoses across industries is:
Floating - 3 years
Submarine Under buoy - 3 years
Tanker Rail - 1 year
First hose off buoy - 1 year
However, service life of hoses depends on system type and design, Hose Type and design,
severity of operating conditions, lifting and Handling, storage, etc.
However, safe working life of hose may be altered based on Manufacturer's
recommendations, past history records by competent authority as per procedure.
6.4. VISUAL INSPECTION OF HOSE COMPONENTS
6.4.1. COVERS
The primary function of the rubber cover of hoses is to prevent any damage to the
reinforcement or flotation material.
Any surface cracking which does not expose the reinforced layer or flotation material, does
not call for replacement of the hose.
Any cut, gouge, local abrasion or tear down to or through the cover breaker, but not into the
outer reinforced layer, may be repaired as per manufacturer‟s instruction and returned to
service.
Bulging or ridged area should be marked and examined again under pressure. Hardening
under pressure indicates a leaking tube or ruptured reinforcement and calls for replacement
of hose.
Hoses shall be replaced if localised areas of oil softened rubber are observed.
6.4.2. FLOTATION MATERIAL
Minor damage to flotation material shall be repaired as per manufacturer‟s instructions before
returning to service.
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Hose with considerable amount of floating material missing or with buoyancy decreased
excessively due to shrinkage of flotation material shall be replaced. These hoses may be
kept in store as emergency spares in case they pass other tests satisfactorily. Adequate
number of auxiliary floats may be attached to those hoses before they are put into service
again.
6.4.3. CARCASS
Hoses with crushed or kinked spots or broken reinforcement as apparent from permanent
distortion or separation shall be replaced.
Any hose used for tail, rail, first off the buoy or underwater and having any permanent
deformity shall be replaced.
6.4.4. FITTINGS
The internal & external surface of fittings shall be wiped and inspected with flashlight for
cracking or excessive corrosion. Either of these damages shall be a cause for hose
replacement.
Any distortion of the nipple and/or flange shall be enough cause for replacement of hose.
Superficial damage to the coatings shall be touched up before the hose is returned to service.
6.4.5. INNER TUBE
Hose interior shall be inspected for blisters, bulges, or separation of the tube from the
carcass, innumerable cracks in inner lining, crack or cuts reaching to breaker, clearance
between nipple and inner tube. Any of these defects or any tearing, cutting or gouging in the
tube shall render the hose liable for rejection from service.
Hose and piping systems should be designed to cope with possible surge pressures by one
or more of these means:
a) Sufficient strength to withstand any surge event
b) Surge alleviation
c) Avoid surge procedures and equipment
6.5. RECOMMENDED ACTIONS AFTER A SURGE EVENT
It should be ensured that pressures in normal operating conditions do not exceed the RWP of
the hose. All surge events should be recorded on the hose history sheet and necessary
inspection & testing as per GMPHOM 2009 to be carried out.
7.0 HANDLING AND STORAGE OF HOSES
The hose strings are critical links in any offshore installation. They are subjected to dynamic
loads of wind and sea currents. Hence, to provide greater reliability and longer hose life, it is
required that utmost care should be taken during handling and storage so as to ensure no
damage to the hose during these stages. Hoses are prone to physical damage. All care
must be taken during handling as specified.
7.1. HANDLING INDIVIDUAL HOSE
Individual hose shall be lifted using spreader bars. Minimum three-point lift used over nipple
area at each end and additional lifting strap equally spaced between the end slings shall be
used.
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Spreader bars shall be rigid and strong enough to withstand load of individual hose without
bending. Spreader bar shall preferably be made of steel pipes or I-Sections of suitable size.
A hose shall never be lifted by a single sling at mid-point or by two slings positioned one at
each end.
The Lifting Straps shall be at least 6” wide and made of nylon or some other resilient material
to prevent deformation of the floatation medium and damage to the cover of the hose. If the
lifting straps are narrower than 6”, the number of lifting points should be increased to disperse
the pressure.
A hose shall never be dragged across the ground. While moving a hose, it must be lifted
properly and set down with care on adequate supports.
Unnecessary rotation of hoses while lifting is to be avoided to prevent damage that may be
caused due to bumping against building or structures. For this purpose, a string may be
attached to one end of the hose.
7.2. HANDLING HOSES IN PALLETS
Steel pallets shall be properly designed so as to hold two or three hoses at a time, preventing
any relative movement during lifting or transportation.
Pallets shall be lifted with four point lifts using roped slings (wire rope, nylon rope or chain).
Each shall be long enough to prevent their contact with hose cover.
Slings shall be connected correctly with shackles on steel pallets.
7.3. STORAGE OF HOSES
Keep hoses in a well ventilated, flat, dry, cool, and dark place. If an ideal location is not
available, hoses should at least be protected from direct sunlight and given good air
circulation. The cover fabric shall not touch the hose outer cover. There should be an air gap
between the hoses and the cover fabric to allow free circulation of air. The fabric should be
large enough to shade all the hoses, not just those on the top pallets.
The storage area shall be protected against rodents and insects.
Hoses should not be subjected to temperature exceeding 1250 F (520 C) and lower than 200 F
(-290 C).
For storage of used hoses, it shall be drained completely, water flushed thoroughly to remove
combustible vapours and stored on the steel pallets. Both ends of hoses shall be kept open
to allow free circulation of air.
The records of hoses in store shall be maintained and referred to ensure that the oldest hose
is put to service first and rotational sequence is employed.
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PART D: HOSES FOR JETTY OPERATIONS
1.0 SCOPE
This section covers the requirements of inspection and testing of hoses of size 25 mm to 300
mm nominal inner dia, suitable for use in petroleum products having aromatic content not
exceeding 25% and with temperature ranging from minus 200 C to 800 C. This section also
does not cover LPG hoses.
2.0 TYPE OF HOSES
a) Loading and unloading hoses.

b) Bunkering hoses.
Material and construction should confirm to IS 8189 for Rubber hoses and BS 5842 for
Thermoplastic hose or its equivalent.
4.1. TESTING OF RUBBER HOSE AND THERMOPLASTIC HOSE

Sample hoses shall be selected at random from the lot and shall be subjected to the following
tests:
a) Bend test under maximum working pressure.
b) Thickness of lining and cover. iii) Tensile strength and elongation at break for lining and
cover.
c) Accelerated ageing test on lining and cover.
d) Adhesion test on a piece cut from the hose before conducting the bursting pressure test.
e) Swelling test.
f) Fuel soluble matter.
These tests shall meet the requirements of IS 8189 for rubber hoses and BS 5842 for
thermoplastic hoses. In addition, the proof test shall be carried out at 150% of the maximum
working pressure for 5 minutes.
4.2. TESTING OF FINISHED HOSE ASSEMBLIES
Following tests shall be carried out on all hoses:
a) Visual inspection and dimensional check.
b) Electrical continuity
c) Weight of the hose
d) Hydraulic pressure test:
Temporary elongation under working pressure and permanent elongation shall be checked
and recorded. Test pressure shall be as per IS-8189.
e) Vacuum test.
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This test shall meet the requirement of IS 8189 for rubber hoses and BS 5842 for
thermoplastic hoses.
a) All hoses shall be serially numbered for maintaining service records.

b) Rubber Hoses shall be subjected to hydraulic testing at maximum operating pressure at
least once in every six months or after each 1000 pumping hours whichever is earlier as
per IS 8189.
The temporary elongation of a used hose under test pressure should not exceed 1.5 times
the temporary elongation of the new hose.
During the test, if swelling exceeding 3" dia is observed anywhere on the body of the hose
or distortion/ elongation more than the prescribed limit is noticed, such hose should be
rejected. If any leak at nipple joints or sweating on the body of the hose is observed, such
hose should also be rejected.
c) Thermoplastic hoses shall be subjected to pressure testing at Proof Pressure of 15 bar
and maximum elongation at proof pressure should not exceed 12% as per BS 5842.
d) Hoses shall be checked for electrical continuity.
6.0 INSPECTION & TESTING OF HOSES PRIOR TO USE
The stored hoses shall be subjected to inspection and testing prior to use as follows:
a) Visual inspection to detect any abrasion or damage
b) Permanent deformation of the hose body during transportation and storage if any, shall be
checked.
7.0 STORAGE AND HANDLING
7.1. STORAGE
a) New hoses should be wrapped in hessian cloth over its entire length and flanged ends be
protected by oversize circular discs.
b) The hoses shall be laid out straight on solid supports. Light weight hoses should be laid
out in such a way that they are not subjected to flattening.
c) The hoses shall be covered to protect them from sunlight.
d) Before returning a hose to storage after use, it should be completely drained. Hoses after
use should be thoroughly flushed with water.
e) The hoses used in white oil/ crude oil should be flushed to remove any potential explosive
vapours and stored in such a way that air can circulate freely through them.
7.2. HANDLING
a) New hoses shall not be received in bent position and shall be laid straight on the supports.
b) A hose shall not be lifted from a single point with the ends hanging down. The hose should
be supported at least by two slings located near the reinforced ends and a lifting bar
should be used.
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c) The hoses shall not be dragged over docks or decks. They should be carried on dollies or
rollers or lifted by derricks.
d) Hoses should not be rolled over more than one revolution. This may twist the body of the
hose resulting in snapping of electrical continuity wire of the hose.
8.0 MARKINGS
Each hose shall be punch marked on the flange with month and year of manufacture,
manufacturer‟s name and serial number of the hose.
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PART E: METALLIC HOSES FOR HYDROCARBON SERVICE
1.0 SCOPE
This section covers the requirements and methods of sampling/ testing of hoses and hose
assemblies complete with end connections suitable for use in LPG/ Propylene/ Propane/
Butane with temperature range from - 450 C to + 650 C.
Material and construction should confirm to ISO 10380 or BS 4089 or equivalent.
The hoses shall be subjected to the following tests during manufacture:

b) Dimensional check
c) Bend test
d) Elongation test
e) Pressure tests.
f) Leak Test
i. Proof test
ii. Burst test
g) Cyclic test
h) Electrical continuity test
All hoses shall be serially numbered for maintaining service record.

Hoses shall be inspected for the following: -
a) Dimensional check.
b) Hose for cracks, tear, puncture, abrasion or any other damage.
c) Coupling for any cracks or sign of abuse.
d) Check the ends of the assembly for irregularities.
e) Check for electrical continuity.
f) Hoses shall be hydrostatically tested at the designated test pressure.
a) All hoses shall be serially numbered for maintaining service record.

b) Dimensional checks at designated interval
c) Visual checks for cracks, tear, puncture, abrasion or any other damage prior to use.
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d) Hydrostatic testing of hoses shall be carried out at periodicity of not more than one year at
a designated pressure.
e) Hoses shall be checked for electrical continuity.
6.0 STORAGE AND HANDLING
6.1. STORAGE
a) Whenever possible, hoses assemblies should be stored in a straight line raised off the
ground, preferably in a cool, dark area. When requirements dictate that hoses are coiled,
they should be stored in a horizontal plane. The diameters of the coils should be sufficient
to prevent any kinking or distortion of the hoses.
b) Hose assemblies should be stored in such a way that they are not distorted by the weight
of overlying objects.
c) Loose ends/ end flanges shall be plugged to avoid ingress of foreign matter.
6.2. HANDLING
a) New hoses shall be laid straight on the supports.
b) A hose shall not be lifted from a single point with the ends hanging down. The hose should
be supported at least by two slings located near the reinforced ends and a lifting bar
should be used.
c) The hoses shall not be dragged over docks or decks. They should be carried on dollies or
rollers or lifted by derricks.
d) Hoses should not be rolled over more than one revolution. This may twist the body of the
hose resulting in snapping of electrical continuity wire of the hose.
7.0 MARKINGS
Each metallic hose assembly shall be marked with the following information:
a) The Manufacturer's name or Trade mark
b) The month and year of manufacture
c) The hose assembly serial number
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DOCUMENTATIONS
Records of the observations, tests, remarks etc. in respect of each hose shall be suitably maintained.
These records shall show all details pertaining to origin & manufacture, identification, service history,
inspection and maintenance etc. of the hose.
REFERENCES
a) IS 10733 (2012) - Specification for Electrically Bonded Road and Rail Tanker Hose of Rubber,
Resistant to Petroleum Products.
b) BS 3492 (1987) - Electrically Bonded Road & Rail Tanker Hose and Hose assembly for
Petroleum Products.
c) EN 13765 (2015) – Thermoplastic multi-layer (non-vulcanized) hoses and hose assemblies for
the transfer of hydrocarbons, solvents and chemicals – Specification.
d) IS 9573 (2012) - Rubber Hoses for Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) - Specification.
e) NFPA 58 (2020)
f) ANSI/ UL 21 - Standard for Safety in LP-Gas Hose.
g) API 2510 - Design/ Construction of LP Gas Installations.
h) Philips Engg. Standard.
i) BS 903 - Methods of testing vulcanized rubber, Part A2, A16, A19 & B2
j) IS 443 (2012) - Method of Sampling & test for Rubber Hoses.
k) OCIMF - Oil Companies International Marine Forum
l) GMPHOM 2009 - Guide to Manufacturing and Purchasing Hoses for Offshore Moorings.
m) Dunlop: Hose Handling Manual.
n) YOKOHOMA Hose Handling Manual
o) BS 1435/ 1975 - Rubber Hose, wire reinforced, for oil Suction and Discharge services.
p) IS 8189 (2012) - Specifications for Rubber Hose for oil Suction and Discharge services.
q) IS 443 - Methods of Sampling and Test for Rubber Hoses.
r) BS 5842:1980 - Thermoplastic hose assemblies for dock, road and tanker use
s) BS 4089 (1999) - Metallic hose assemblies for liquid petroleum gases and liquefied natural
gases.
t) ISO 10380 (2012) – Corrugated metal hoses and hose assemblies
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ANNEXURE - I
GENERAL GUIDELINES FOR STORAGE AND HANDLING OF HOSES IN

PETROLEUM SERVICE (EXCLUDING MARINE HOSES)
a) Hose assemblies should be laid out straight on solid supports. Light weight hose assemblies in
particular should be laid out in such a way that they are not subjected to flattening.
b) All hose assemblies shall be covered to protect them from sunlight. A cool, dark, & dry storage
place is preferred.
c) All hose assemblies should be marked to indicate the service for which they are to be used, & also
whether they have been down-graded from white oil to black oil service. All persons handling hose
assemblies should fully understand the marking system and its meaning.
d) Hose assemblies which are regularly flushed with water after use are expected to give a longer life
than those which are left full of oil.
A hose assembly operating at higher flow rates will have a shorter service life than similar hose
assembly operating at lower flow rates.
e) A hose assembly in white oil service will have a shorter service life than a similar hose assembly in
black oil service.
f) When water is used as the test medium, drain it thoroughly and dry the hose by blowing air or by
hanging before putting to service or storage.
g) Prevent wire-reinforced or metal lined hose from being crushed, kinked, flattened and the hose
should be discarded if any of these damages are noticed.
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ANNEXURE - II
GENERAL PROCEDURE FOR HYDROTESTING OF HOSES

a) Any available, reliable, pumping equipment with a by-pass arrangement and capable of
producing the required hydrostatic pressure may be used for the test.
b) Connect the hose assembly under test to the pressure apparatus. Attach a suitable vent valve to
the other end of the hose assembly.
c) Elevate the vent valve, fill the hose and bleed the air.
d) When the hose is completely filled and all air has been removed from the hose assembly, close
the vent valve and anchor hose properly.
e) After the hose is completely filled and anchored, dry the outside of the hose, and slowly raise the
pressure. Check the hose for leaks. If couplings leak, release the pressure, tighten the coupling
and again raise the pressure slowly.
f) If the coupling leaks cannot be stopped by tightening tag the hose to show that repairs are
needed. Repeat hydrostatic test after repairs have been made.
g) If the hose leaks because of damaged couplings, then it may be recouped, retested, and
returned to service. If the hose leaks through the carcass, tag the hose as faulty and remove
from service.
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ANNEXURE- III
PROCEDURE FOR HYDROTESTING OF MARINE HOSES

Each hose shall be tested with water to a test pressure of 15 bar gauge (225 psig) unless otherwise
specified by the Purchaser. A pressure recorder shall be provided for this test. The test procedure
shall be as follows:
a) Lay the hose as straight as possible on supports that permit the hose to elongate freely.
b) Fill with water, vent to remove all air and raise and lower the pressure 15 times at a rate of 1/2
second per inch diameter of hose per cycle, or as otherwise specified by the Purchaser, from
zero pressure to test pressure and inspect nipples for leaks.
c) Re-apply a pressure of 0.7 bar gauge (10 psig) and measure the overall length of the hose
assembly. Designate it as original length.
d) Increase the pressure over a period of 5 minutes, from 0.7 bar gauge (10 psig) to one half of the
rated pressure; hold this pressure for 10 minutes, inspect for leaks, then reduce the pressure
over a period of 5 minutes to zero.
e) Raise the pressure over a period of 5 minutes to rated pressure and hold for 10 minutes, inspect
for leaks.
f) Measurement of temporary elongation. Measure the overall length of the hose assembly to
ascertain the temporary elongation and record the increase as percentage of the original length
measured at 0.7 bar gauge (10 psig) in para (iii) above. Temporary elongation shall not exceed
2.5%.
g) Increase the pressure over a period of five minutes to 1 .5 x RWP. Hold the pressure for five
minutes, during which time inspect the hose for any leaks. Monitor and record any twist.
h) Reduce the pressure over a period of 5 minutes to zero.
i) After an interval of at least 15 minutes, raise the pressure again to 0.7 bar gauge (10 psig).
j) Measurement of permanent elongation: Measure the overall length of the hose assembly to
ascertain the permanent elongation, record the increase as a percentage of original length
measured at 0.7 bar gauge (10 psig) in para (iii). Permanent elongation shall not exceed 0.7%.
OISD–STD–135
Page No. 27
ANNEXURE- IV
PROCEDURE OF VACUUM TEST FOR MARINE HOSES

a) This test should be carried out on hoses removed from service for hydrostatic pressure test.
b) Seal off both ends with transparent Plexiglas plates of sufficient strength using putty as a sealant
or bolt up using a soft rubber gasket. One plate shall be fixed for connection to a vacuum source.
An inspection mirror using sunlight may also be manipulated from outside the plates to provide a
proper light source.
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c) Apply a Vacuum of minus 0.85 kg./cm gauge for a period of 10 (ten) minutes.
d) Inspect the interior of the hose for blisters or bulges. Blisters, bulges or separation of tube from
carcass is a sufficient reason to retire hose from service. Any tear out or gouge through the tube is
also reason to retire hose from service.
OISD–STD–135
Page No. 28
ANNEXURE-V
FLOAT HYDROSTATIC TEST (MARINE HOSES)

Hydrostatic tests will be performed on one float per each size, with a minimum of one per order or one
per ten if there are more than ten floats in the order. The test procedure will be as follows:
a) Weigh each half float (without hardware) on scales calibrated for an accuracy of 100 (at the
approximate float weight).
b) Place half float in a pressure chamber filled with water and increase the pressure over a five-
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minute period. The test pressure shall be 6.5 kg/cm for floats up to 40 metre water depth and
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11.4 kg/cm for floats up to 76 m water depth.
c) Maintain the test pressure for a period of 2 hours.
d) Reduce the pressure to atmosphere over a period of 5 minutes and remove the half float from
the pressure chamber.
e) Immediately dry and weigh the half float on the same scale used in step i) above. Any float-half
which has gained in weight more than 500 g or has any evidence of deformation or voids in the
foam filling will be rejected.
Any float half which has gained more than 250 g but less than 500 g during the test will be retested.
Any further gain in weight during the retest will be cause for rejection.
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DRAFT - II

OIL INDUSTRY SAFETY DIRECTORATE

Inception February 1996

1st Amendment September 2001

1st Revision ----- 2021

FOR RESTRICTED CIRCULATION ONLY

OIL INDUSTRY SAFETY DIRECTORATE

2nd FUNCTIONAL COMMITTEE

Name (Shri) Organization

C V Ravi Kumar Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd.

Sanjay Kumar Rastogi Petronet LNG

Ranabir Chowdhary Oil India Ltd.

N K Goyal Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Ltd.

Murari Mohan Prasad Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Ltd.

Sanjay Kakaji GAIL (India) Ltd.

YVNMR Trinadh Indian Oil Corporation Ltd.

Ananda Babu B Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd.

B Dharmarajan Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd.

Rajesh Kumar Indian Oil Corporation Ltd.

Shivam Agnihotri Indian Oil Corporation Ltd.

Sanjay Kumar Tiwari Oil Industry Safety Directorate

Vivek Kumar Oil Industry Safety Directorate

Pradeep Tanwar Oil Industry Safety Directorate

R. K. Sabharwal Indian Oil Corporation (Refineries & Pipelines)

Y. P. Ajmani (Since March, 1993) Oil & Natural Gas Commission

B. Ravi Indian Oil Corporation (Marketing)

S. F. Kanchwala Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd. (Refineries)

G. Somani Indian Oil Corporation (Refineries & Pipelines)

S. S. Murthy Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Ltd., Visakh

S. Neelakantan Madras Refineries Limited

R. Rehman Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Ltd. (Mktg)

K. R. Soni Oil Industry Safety Directorate

S.No. Description Page No.

1.0 Introduction ............................................................................................................................. 1

2.3. Reinforced hoses................................................................................................................... 10

7.0 Markings ............................................................................................................................... 22

This standard comprises of 5 parts as follows:

Tank Truck: A single self-propelled vehicle with a tank mounted thereon.

Tank Wagon: A Railway Carriage with a tank mounted thereon.

Thermoplastic: Thermoplastics are polymers that can be melted and re-casted.

Vulcanization: Vulcanization refers to a range of processes for hardening rubbers.

PART A: HOSES FOR ROAD AND RAIL TANKER

2.0 TYPES OF HOSES

3.0 MATERIAL AND CONSTRUCTION OF HOSES

4.0 INSPECTION AND TESTING OF HOSES DURING MANUFACTURE

5.0 INSPECTION AND TESTING OF NEW HOSES PRIOR TO USE

a) All hoses shall be serially numbered for maintaining service records.

6.0 PERIODIC INSPECTION AND TESTING OF HOSES

6.3.2. TEST PROCEDURE

PART B: HOSES FOR LIQUEFIED PETROLEUM GAS (LPG) SERVICE

2.0 TYPES OF HOSES

Hoses for Industrial applications like LPG Bottling Plant

3.0 MATERIAL OF CONSTRUCTION

3.1. LINING AND COVER

Property Lining Cover

Elongation at break, min. 75% of unaged value 50% of unaged value

4.0 INSPECTION AND TESTING OF HOSES DURING MANUFACTURE

The hoses shall be subjected to the following tests during manufacture:

5.0 INSPECTION AND TESTING OF NEW HOSES PRIOR TO USE

6.0 PERIODIC INSPECTION AND TESTING OF HOSES