Saudi Aramco GI 7.030 INSPECTION AND TESTING REQUIREMENTS FOR ELEVATINGLIFTING EQUIPMENT
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This General Instruction (GI) 7.030 outlines the essential inspection and testing requirements for all elevating and lifting equipment utilized within Saudi Aramco facilities and associated projects. It establishes comprehensive guidelines to ensure the safe operation and maintenance of diverse equipment, including cranes, aerial work platforms, and personnel lifting systems.
The document details crucial procedures such as daily pre-operational inspections, periodic examinations, initial inspections for new or modified equipment, and specific testing protocols like proof-load tests. It also references numerous industry standards, including those from ANSI, API, and ASME, to ensure compliance with best practices and regulatory mandates.
The purpose is to enhance safety performance and mitigate risks associated with lifting operations, making it a critical resource for maintaining operational integrity and personnel well-being. This guide is indispensable for understanding the rigorous inspection and certification processes necessary for all types of elevating and lifting machinery.
Ideal for HSE professionals, maintenance engineers, rigging supervisors, and equipment inspectors working in the oil and gas industry or similar heavy industrial sectors.