PD 8010-5:2013

What is this published document about?

This is the fifth in a five-part series on pipeline systems. This part presents improved operational practices in relation to subsea pipelines. These were established as a result of experience and lessons learned in the North Sea over several decades.

Who is this published document for?

• Operational pipeline engineers
• Pipeline design engineers
• Third-party providers of related equipment and services

Why should you use this published document? 

It gives guidance on the following aspects of offshore subsea-system operational practice:

• Determining the requirement for a subsea isolation valve (SSIV)
• Selection and use of high pressure in-line isolation plugs
• Pipeline integrity data exchange
• Caisson and J-tube integrity management
• Emergency shutdown valve (ESDV) testing
• Operational testing of pig launchers and receivers

NOTE: This part of PD 8010 is intended to be read in conjunction with PD 8010-2 and PD 8010-4:2012