49426_Specifications.pdf

USCG 49426 (BUSL 49)

SPECIFICATION FOR DRYDOCK REPAIRS

FY2015

Developed By: Jeff W Daniels

(Rev-0, 25 August 2014)

USCG 49426 (BUSL-49) DRYDOCK AVAILABILITY FY2015

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Revisions Record ...................................................................................................................................................... iii Consolidated List of References ............................................................................................................................... iv Consolidated List of Government-furnished Property ............................................................................................. ix Consolidated List of Critical Inspection Items ......................................................................................................... xi Principal Characteristics .......................................................................................................................................... xii General Requirements WORK ITEM 1: General Welding, Provide WORK ITEM 2: Hull Plating (U/W Body), Inspect WORK ITEM 3: Hull Plating (U/W Body), Ultrasonic Testing WORK ITEM 4: Rub Rail, and Dunnage System, Remove, Inspect and Install WORK ITEM 5: Accessible Spaces, Inspect WORK ITEM 6: Tanks (MP Fuel Stowage and Overflow), Clean and Inspect WORK ITEM 7: Voids (Non-Accessible), Leak Test WORK ITEM 8: Accessible Voids, Inspect WORK ITEM 9: Mast, Inspect WORK ITEM 10: Propeller Shafts, Remove, Inspect, and Install WORK ITEM 11: Emergency Inflatable Shaft Seal, Test WORK ITEM 12: Water Lubricated Shaft Bearings, Renew WORK ITEM 13: Propellers, Remove, Inspect and Install WORK ITEM 14: Keel Coolers, Clean, Inspect and Hydro WORK ITEM 15: Exhaust Piping, Clean and Inspect WORK ITEM 16: Fuel Root Valves, Renew WORK ITEM 17: Sea Valves, Renew WORK ITEM 18: Potable Water Tanks, Clean and Inspect WORK ITEM 19: Diesel Tank, Refuel WORK ITEM 20: Air Compressor Tank, Renew WORK ITEM 21: Hydraulic Steering Oil Tank, Clean and Inspect WORK ITEM 22: Steering System, Inspect WORK ITEM 23: Rudder Assembly, Remove, Inspect and Reinstall WORK ITEM 24: Buoy Handling Equipment (Level 2 and 3) Maintenance, Perform WORK ITEM 25: Grey Water Holding Tank(s), Clean and Inspect WORK ITEM 26: Sewage Holding Tank(s), Clean and Inspect WORK ITEM 27: Deck Fittings, Inspect WORK ITEM 28: Hull Identification Markings, Apply WORK ITEM 29: Decks – Exterior (Buoy), Preserve 100 Percent WORK ITEM 30: Cathodic Protection / Zincs, Renew WORK ITEM 31: Marine Chemist Services, Provide WORK ITEM 32: Drydocking WORK ITEM 33: Temporary Services, Provide WORK ITEM 34: A-Frame Modification WORK ITEM 35: Hull Plating Freeboard, Preserve - Partial WORK ITEM 36: Sea Trial Performance, Support, Provide iii (Rev-0)

REVISIONS RECORD

This page is used to record specification revisions, which may have occurred subsequent to a Revision 0 (Rev-0) package. Information listed is intended to provide contractors and field unit personnel a means to ensure all the current specification revision pages are present when reviewing or utilizing this specification package.

DATE REV# WORK

ITEM#

CHANGES MADE

NOTE : All work item and paragraph numbers listed above for a given revision correspond to same numbers in the previous revision. This revised specification is self-contained with all of the above listed changes incorporated.

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CONSOLIDATED LIST OF REFERENCES

The below-listed documents form a part of this specification to the extent specified herein. Approval/publication dates or revision dates/numbers are also identified, to ensure that same document versions are used at time of specification writing and during contract execution.

All Coast Guard drawings, technical publications, and standard specifications will be provided to contractors by the Coast Guard at an appropriate time, or upon request, free of charge. Other Government documents may be accessed – free of charge – as follows:

MIL/DOD/CID Specifications: http://www.assistdocs.com/search/search_basic.cfm

Commandant Instruction Manuals: http://www.uscg.mil/directives/default.asp

Public Laws, Code of Federal Regulations, U.S Codes, and other Federal Government laws::

www.gpoaccess.gov

The Government is aware of the following internet web links where contractors may procure commercial specifications:

American Welding Society (AWS): http://www.awspubs.com/index.php

ANSI, ASTM, IEEEE, NFPA, ASME, SAE Standards: http://www.techstreet.com/

NFPA: http://www.nfpa.org

SSPC Standards and pictorial guides: http://shopping.netsuite.com/sspcmarketplace

COAST GUARD DRAWINGS

49A BUSL 601-004 Rev B, Inboard Profile/Dk Arrg

49A BUSL 631-001 Rev F, Painting Schedule

Coast Guard Drawing 49 BUSL 111-001, Rev E, Shell Expansion & Longitudinal Framing

Coast Guard Drawing 49 BUSL 114-001, Rev C, Hull Appendages Construction and Details

Coast Guard Drawing 49 BUSL 114-003, Rev F, Chain Guard/Rub Rails

Coast Guard Drawing 49 BUSL 114-004, Rev G, Skeg and Shaft Tube Arrangement and Details

Coast Guard Drawing 49 BUSL 562-001, Rev C, Rudder and Steering Gear Arrangement and Details

Coast Guard Drawing 49A BUSL 085-002, Rev A, Hull Lines & Offsets

Coast Guard Drawing 49A BUSL 085-003, Rev A, Docking Plan

Coast Guard Drawing 49A BUSL 085-003, Rev A, Docking Plan

Coast Guard Drawing 49A BUSL 111-001, Rev E, Shell Expansion & Longitudinal Framing

Coast Guard Drawing 49A BUSL 114-003, Rev F, Chain Guard and Rub Rails

Coast Guard Drawing 49A BUSL 200-002, Rev A, Machinery Arrangement

Coast Guard Drawing 49A BUSL 233-051, Rev -, Double Stem Keel Coolers

Coast Guard Drawing 49A BUSL 233-51, Rev -, Double Stem Keel Cooler

Coast Guard Drawing 49A BUSL 243-001, Rev E, Propulsion Shafting and Bearing Arrangement

Coast Guard Drawing 49A BUSL 243-001, Rev F, Propulsion Shafting & Bearing Arrangement

Coast Guard Drawing 49A BUSL 243-001, Rev G, Propulsion Shafting & Bearing Arrangement

Coast Guard Drawing 49A BUSL 243-001, Rev G, Propulsion Shafting and Bearing Arrangement http://www.assistdocs.com/search/search_basic.cfm http://www.uscg.mil/directives/default.asp http://www.gpoaccess.gov/ http://www.awspubs.com/index.php http://www.techstreet.com/ http://www.nfpa.org/ http://shopping.netsuite.com/sspcmarketplace v (Rev-0)

Coast Guard Drawing 49A BUSL 243-002, Rev -, Propulsion Shaft Modifications

Coast Guard Drawing 49A BUSL 243-050, Rev -, 7 1/2” Split Coupling

Coast Guard Drawing 49A BUSL 243-1, Rev F, Propulsion Shafting and Bearing Arrangement

Coast Guard Drawing 49A BUSL 256-001, Rev E, Propulsion and Engine Seawater and Jacket Water

Cooling System

Coast Guard Drawing 49A BUSL 256-1, Rev F, Propulsion and Generator Engine Sea Water and Jacket

Water Cooling Systems

Coast Guard Drawing 49A BUSL 259-001, Rev C, Propulsion and Generator Engine Exhaust Systems

Arrangement and Details

Coast Guard Drawing 49A BUSL 502-051, Rev -, 1 ½” End Model Keel Coolers

Coast Guard Drawing 49A BUSL 502-51, Rev -, 1-1/2" End Model Keel Cooler

Coast Guard Drawing 49A BUSL 523-001, Rev C, Deck Washdown System

Coast Guard Drawing 49A BUSL 530-001, Rev C, Potable Water & Misc Tanks

Coast Guard Drawing 49A BUSL 533-001 Rev B, Sheets 1-3, Potable Water and Window Washer

System

Coast Guard Drawing 49A BUSL 541-001, Rev A, Fuel Oil & Floc System

Coast Guard Drawing 49A BUSL 551-001 Rev C, Compressed Air System

Coast Guard Drawing 49A BUSL 556-002, Rev E, Diagram Buoy Handling Hydraulic System

Coast Guard Drawing 49A BUSL 556-003, Rev E, Arrangement Buoy Handling Hydraulic System

Coast Guard Drawing 49A BUSL 556-003, Rev E, Buoy Handling Hydraulic System Arrangement

Coast Guard Drawing 49A BUSL 556-004, Rev F, Buoy Handling Hydraulic System Block &

Elementary Wiring Diagram

Coast Guard Drawing 49A BUSL 556-050, Rev -, Heat Exchanger Assembly

Coast Guard Drawing 49A BUSL 556-051, Rev -, Cross Deck Manifold

Coast Guard Drawing 49A BUSL 556-052, Rev -, 3 POS D05/W NV

Coast Guard Drawing 49A BUSL 556-053, Rev -, 2 POS D05/W NV

Coast Guard Drawing 49A BUSL 561-001, Rev B, Hydraulic Steering System

Coast Guard Drawing 49A BUSL 562-001, Rev B & C, Rudder and Steering Gear Arrangement

Coast Guard Drawing 49A BUSL 573-003, Rev C, Buoy Handling Arrangement and Details

Coast Guard Drawing 49A BUSL 573-004, Rev H, Chain-stopper and Release, Fabrication, Assembly, and Installation Details

Coast Guard Drawing 49A BUSL 573-005, Rev D, Stern A-Frame Construction and Details

Coast Guard Drawing 49A BUSL 573-006, Rev B, Removable Base for A-Frame

Coast Guard Drawing 49A BUSL 573-007, Rev - , Stern A-Frame Test Stand & Jig

Coast Guard Drawing 49A BUSL 601- 003, Rev D, Outboard Profile and Main Deck

Coast Guard Drawing 49A BUSL 601- 004, Rev A, Inboard Profile & Deck Arrangements

Coast Guard Drawing 49A BUSL 601-003, Rev D, Outboard Profile & Main Deck Arrangement

Coast Guard Drawing 49A BUSL 602-001, Rev C, Hull LBL Plates/Marks

Coast Guard Drawing 49A BUSL 611-002-Rev C, Hull Fittings Arrangement & Details

Coast Guard Drawing 49A BUSL 631- 001, Rev F, Painting Schedule

Coast Guard Drawing 49A BUSL 633-001, Rev B, Cathodic Protection

Coast Guard Drawing 49A BUSL 634- 001, Rev B, Deck Covering Schedule

Coast Guard Drawing 49A-BUSL 171-002 Rev D, Mast Construction Detail vi (Rev-0)

Coast Guard Fleet Drawing FL 2804-12, Rev -, U.S.C.G. Emblem

Coast Guard Fleet Drawing FL 2804-22, Rev-, Consolidated Visual ID for Cutters

COAST GUARD PUBLICATIONS

SWBS 561 Section A, Steering System

Coast Guard Commandant Instruction (COMDTINST) M16114.22, Oct 2002, 49FT Buoy Utility Stern

Loading (BUSL) Boat Operators Handbook

Coast Guard Commandant Instruction (COMDTINST) M9000.6, (series), March 2011 Naval Engineering

Manual, Chapter 570, General Duty and Replenishment Weight Handling systems

Coast Guard Commandant Instruction (COMDTINST) M9000.6, March 2011, Naval Engineering

Manual, Chapter 505

Coast Guard Commandant Instruction (COMDTINST)_MI0360.3 (series), Coatings and Color Manual

Coast Guard Technical Publication (TP) 3345, Jan 1998, Manufacturer’s Instruction Book, SWBS Group

079-259

Coast Guard Technical Publication (TP) 3345, Oct 2006, Manufacturer’s Instruction Book, SWBS Group

079-259, Exhaust System

Coast Guard Technical Publication (TP) 3345, Oct 2006, Manufacturer’s Instruction Books - SWBS

Groups 079-259, SWBS 243, Shafting

Coast Guard Technical Publication (TP) 3348, August 2011, Manufacturer’s Instruction Book- SWBS

573, Section A, Buoy Handling Equipment

Coast Guard Technical Publication (TP) 3348, August 2011, Manufacturer’s Instruction Book-

Coast Guard Technical Publication (TP) 3348, SWBS 561, Sept. 1996, Steering System

Coast Guard Technical Publication (TP) 4618, December 2011, Manufacturer’s Instruction Book-

Coast Guard Technical publication (TP) 4934 August 2009, Small Boat Diagrams for Hotwork SWBS

Group 74, Section A

Coast Guard Technical Publication TP3348, SWBS 573, November 1997, Buoy Handling Equipment

Coast Guard Technical Publications (TP) 3347-533-A, Potable Water Systems, April 2007

Commandant Instruction Manual COMDTINST M9000.6 (series), Naval Engineering Manual, March

Surface Forces Logistics Center Standard Specification 0000 (SFLC Std Spec 0000), 2012, General

Requirements

Surface Forces Logistics Center Standard Specification 0000 (SFLC Std Spec 0000), Jan 2012, General

Requirements

Surface Forces Logistics Center Standard Specification 0740 Appendix E, (SFLC Std Spec 0740

Appendix E) 2012, Stray Current Protection

Surface Forces Logistics Center Standard Specification 0740 (SFLC Std Spec 0740), 2012, Welding and

Allied Processes

Surface Forces Logistics Center Standard Specification 5000 (SFLC Std Spec 5000), 2012, Auxiliary

Machine Systems

Surface Forces Logistics Center Standard Specification 6310 (SFLC Std Spec 6310), 2012, Requirements for Preservation of Ship Structures

Surface Forces Logistics Center Standard Specification 8634 (SFLC Std Spec 8634), 2012, Drydocking

Surface Forces Logistics Center Standard Specification 8635 (SFLC Std Spec 8635), 2012, Temporary

Services

SWBS 551 Section A, Compressed Air System Model 2340 vii (Rev-0)

OTHER REFERENCES

270’s APM: Add the “NAVSEA Technical Publication T9074-AD-GIB-010/1688, (TP 1688), May 1997, Requirements for Fabrication, Welding, and Inspection of Submarine Structure” to below, if this package is for a 270 “B-Class” cutter.

American National Standards Institute/American Water Works Association (ANSI/AWWA) C652, 2002, Disinfection of Water-Storage Facilities

American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) B16.34, 2004, Valves-Flanged, Threaded, and

Welding End

ASTM International (ASTM) 6966, 2008, Standard Practice for Collection of Settled Dust Samples Using

Wipe Sampling Methods for Subsequent Determination of Metals

ASTM International (ASTM) D1330, 2004, Standard Specification for Rubber Sheet Gaskets

ASTM International (ASTM) D4138, 2007, Standard Practices for Measurement of Dry Film Thickness of Protective Coating Systems by Destructive, Cross-Sectioning Means

ASTM International (ASTM) D5363, 2008; Standard Specification for Anaerobic Single-Component

Adhesives (An)

ASTM International (ASTM) F992, 2011, Standard Specification for Valve Label Plates

Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Title 29, Part 1910, Jul 2008, Occupational Safety and Health

Standards

Commercial Item Description (CID) A-A-52624, Nov 2008, Antifreeze, Multi Engine Type, Ethylene

Glycol

Commercial Item Description (CID) A-A-59313, Nov 2003, Thread Compound; Antiseize, Zinc Dust-

Petrolatum

Commercial Item Description (CID) A-A-59588, July 2005, Rubber Silicone

Federal Specification (Fed Spec) QQ-N-281, Oct 1985, Nickel-Copper Alloy Bar, Rod, Plate, Sheet, Strip, Wire, Forgings, and Structural and Special Shaped Sections

Manufacturers Standardization Society of the Valve and Fittings Industry (MSS) SP-61, 2003 Edition, Pressure Testing Of Steel Valves

Manufacturers Standardization Society of the Valve and Fittings Industry (MSS) SP-67, 2002 Edition, Butterfly Valves

Manufacturers Standardization Society of the Valve and Fittings Industry (MSS) SP-72, 1999 Edition, Ball Valves with Flanged or Butt-Welding Ends for General Service

Manufacturers' Standardization Society of the Valve and Fittings Industry (MSS) SP-80, 2003 Edition, Bronze Gate, Globe, Angle and Check Valves

MIL-A-18001, May 2005, Anodes, Sacrificial Zinc Alloy (Commercially Accepted - ASTM B418)

MIL-A-22262, Mar 1996; Abrasive Blasting Media Ship Hull Blast Cleaning

MIL-G-24716A, Apr 1993, Gaskets, Metallic-Flexible Graphite, Spiral Wound

MIL-S-45180, 1998; Sealing Compound, Gasket, Hydrocarbon Fluid and Water Resistant

Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) Aerospace Material Specification (AMS) C6183, 2007, Cork and

Rubber Composition Sheet; For Aromatic Fuel And Oil Resistant Gaskets

The Society for Protective Coatings (SSPC) Surface Preparation Specification No. 1 (SSPC-SP 1), 2004, Solvent Cleaning

The Society for Protective Coatings (SSPC) Surface Preparation Specification No.11 (SSPC-SP 11), 2004, Power Tool Cleaning to Bare Metal

The Society for Protective Coatings (SSPC), June 1996, Paint Application Specification No. 2 (PA-2), Measurement of Dry Coating Thickness with Magnetic Gages viii (Rev-0)

The Society for Protective Coatings (SSPC), Surface Preparation Standard SSPC-SP 1, November 2004, Solvent Cleaning

The Society for Protective Coatings (SSPC)/NACE International (NACE) Joint Surface Preparation

Standard SSPC-SP 12/NACE No.5, 2004, Surface Preparation and Cleaning of Steel & Other Hard

Materials by High and Ultrahigh Pressure Water Jetting

The Society for Protective Coatings (SSPC)/NACE International (NACE) Joint Surface Preparation

Standard SSPC-SP WJ-2/NACE WJ-2, 2012, Waterjet Cleaning of Metals – Very Thorough

Cleaning

The Society for Protective Coatings (SSPC)/NACE-International (NACE) Joint Surface Preparation

Standard SSPC-SP 10/NACE No. 2, 2004, Near-White Blast Cleaning

The Society for Protective Coatings (SSPC)/NACE-International (NACE) Joint Surface Preparation

Standard SSPC-SP 10/NACE No. 2, July 2012, Near-White Blast Cleaning ix (Rev-0)

CONSOLIDATED LIST OF GOVERNMENT-FURNISHED PROPERTY

The following is a list of property, which the Government will furnish. This list supersedes any other material obligations indicated or implied by referenced drawings.

WORK

ITEM

MTI ITEM

DESCRIPTION

NSN/PN QTY ESTIMATED

COST

($/UNIT)

4 N Duramax 49BUSL

Linerite Dunnage Kit

(complete)

PN: 01-HS2-1282 1 ea $3,600.00

4 N 49’ BUSL Fender

Kit (complete)

NSN: 2040-01-552-9281 1 ea $6,146.68

10 N Shaft, Propeller NSN: 2010-01-458-4612 2 ea. $3,771.90

10 N Coupling, Shaft NSN: 3010-01-458-6535 2 ea $258.36

10 N Drive saver PN: 841193025 2 ea $787.00

10 N Drive saver bushing kit

NSN: 3040-01-552-9251 or

PN: 841193027

2 ea $66.00

12 N Bearing, Sleeve

Intermediate

NSN: 3120-01-365-9410 2 $107.77

12 N Bearing, Sleeve Stern

Tube

NSN: 3120-01-366-0506 2 $219.16

13 Y Propeller, Right

Hand

NSN: 2010-01-450-5807 1 ea. 1,642.00

13 Y Propeller, Left Hand NSN: 2010-01-450-5805 1 ea. 1,630.00

15 N **MDE Exhaust Flex

Pipe

NSN: 2815-01-519-1842 2 ea. $288.02 ea.

15 N **SSDG Exhaust

Flex Pipe

NSN: 2815-01-519-1849 1 ea. $293.33 ea.

17 N Valve, Ball - Bronze,

(2) inch

NSN: 4820-01-475-0283 or

PN: SPB-H1L-A

3 ea.

17 N Valve, Ball - Bronze, (1/4) inch

PN: T-560-BR-Y-66 2 ea.

17 N Valve, Ball - Bronze

(1/2) inch

NSN: 4820-01-443-3406

or

PN: 1/2" SPB-32-S2

3 ea.

20 N Air Compressor Tank 1 ea

23 Y **Rudder assembly NSN: 2040-01-471-8081 2 ea. $3,703.35

24 N Counterbalance

Valve (see Para.3.3

Tasks 7, 8, 9, 10)

NSN:4820-01-521-1650 4 ea. $77.12 ea.

24 N Directional Control

Valve (see Para.3.3

Tasks 19, 20)

NSN:4810-01-180-0997 1 ea. $300.00 ea.

24 N Wire Rope 6X37

RRL

NSN:4010-01-500-1353 4 ay $156.02 ea.

30 N Anode, Zinc, Rudder NSN: 5342-01-501-0374 2 ea. $14.70 ea.

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Post

30 N Anode, Zinc, Propeller Shaft

PN: CMC12 2 ea. $26.39 ea.

30 N Anode, Anti-

Corrosion, Hull

NSN: 5340-00-813-6058 8 ea. $19.85 ea.

30 N Anode, Zinc, MDE

Keel Cooler

NSN: 5342-01-465-8947 4 ea. $25.41 ea.

30 N Anode, Zinc, SSDG

Keel Cooler

NSN: 5342-01-465-8952 1 ea. $13.15 ea.

30 N Anode, Zinc, SSDG

Keel Cooler

NSN: 5342-01-465-8947 1 ea. $25.41 ea.

34 N Kit, A-Frame

Removable Base

NSN: 4320-01-F09-1507 1 ea. $30,192.97 ea.

34 N Ram, Hydraulic NSN: 3040-01-552-9094 2 ea. $3,490.00 ea.

34 Y Stern A-Frame Test

Stand & Jig

Unknown 1 Kit Unknown

*Government-loaned property, which shall be returned to the vessel upon completion of the availability.

**New or refurbished equipment that the Government may provide for installation in place of existing equipment.

***Government-furnished property, which is to be supplied by either the vessel or the C4IT ServiceCenter xi (Rev-0)

CONSOLIDATED LIST OF CRITICAL INSPECTION ITEMS

The following is a list of work items, which contain Critical Inspection reports, which the Contractor must complete within the first 25% of the availability contract period (see SFLC Std Spec 0000, paragraph 3.2.6.5

(Inspection report particulars)):

Work

Item Title

2 Hull Plating (U/W Body), Inspect

3 Hull Plating (U/W Body), Ultrasonic Testing

6 Tanks (MP Fuel Stowage and Overflow), Clean and Inspect

7 Voids (Non-Accessible), Leak Test

10 Propeller Shafts, Remove, Inspect, and Install

20 Air Compressor, Renew

23 Rudder Assembly, Remove, Inspect and Reinstall

24 Buoy Handling Equipment (Level 2 and 3) Maintenance, Perform xii (Rev-0)

PC_49_BUSL_1209

PRINCIPAL CHARACTERISTICS

49’ BUSL BUOY BOAT

PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Length Overall 49’ 7”

Depth (main deck at side to baseline) N/A

Maximum Beam 16’ 10”

Height of Highest Projection (above

DWL)

15’

Frame Spacing N/A

Full Load Draft 5’ 7”

Full Load Displacement 31.65 Long tons

Shore Tie Voltage Requirements 120v

MACHINERY CHARACTERISTICS

Number of Propellers 2

Number of Blades per Propeller 4

Diameter of Propeller 31”

Pitch 22” fixed

Revolutions per Minute (RPM) 2300

Shaft Diameter N/A

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00000_0714_FLT

REC_00000_FLT_ Boats- 47 MLB @ CG Facility (1212)

General Requirements

1. SCOPE

1.1 Intent. This standard specification invokes general requirements for conducting boat repairs performed at a commercial contractor’s facility for Coast Guard vessels.

1.2 Term interchangeability. The terms 'Contractor', 'CG Yard', 'NAVSTA EVERETT', 'shipyard', 'Base', and

'Coast Guard Industrial' are used interchangeably in this specification. Where the primary service provider is

Coast Guard personnel, references to contractor and other noted descriptors within this specification or within drawings, publications, SFLC Standard Specifications or other commercial and military references are deemed the same as prime service provider.

2. REFERENCES

COAST GUARD DRAWINGS

None

COAST GUARD PUBLICATIONS

Coast Guard Commandant Instruction (COMDTINST)_MI0360.3 (series), Coatings and Color Manual

Surface Forces Logistics Center Standard Specification 0000 (SFLC Std Spec 0000), 2012, General

Requirements

Surface Forces Logistics Center Standard Specification 0740 (SFLC Std Spec 0740), 2012, Welding and

Allied Processes

Surface Forces Logistics Center Standard Specification 6310 (SFLC Std Spec 6310), 2012, Requirements for Preservation of Ship Structures

OTHER REFERENCES

ASTM International (ASTM) 6966, 2008, Standard Practice for Collection of Settled Dust Samples Using

Wipe Sampling Methods for Subsequent Determination of Metals

Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Title 29, Part 1910, Jul 2008, Occupational Safety and Health

Standards

The Society for Protective Coatings (SSPC) Surface Preparation Specification No.11 (SSPC-SP 11), 2004, Power Tool Cleaning to Bare Metal

3. REQUIREMENTS

3.1 General. The Contractor shall conform to all requirements specified in SFLC Std Spec 0000 and in this item, as applicable, during the performance of this availability.

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NOTE

The requirements of paragraph 3.1 (General) applies to all work under the scope of this contract, whether explicitly stated in work items or not, and to all other work subsequently authorized by changes, modifications, or extensions to the contract.

3.2 Contractor-provided fire watch personnel. The Contractor shall provide fire watch personnel and equipment.

3.2 Contractor-provided fire extinguishers. The Contractor shall provide portable fire extinguishers.

3.2 Fire watch requirements. The Contractor shall refer to 3.3.1.3 (Fire watch requirements) of SFLC Std Spec

0000, in accomplishing the following task:

3.3 Preservation requirements. The Contractor shall accomplish all preservation tasks, including touch-ups, in accordance with SFLC Std Spec 6310.

3.3.1 Brand name approval. Ensure that all contractor-furnished coatings are in accordance with SFLC Std Spec

6310, Appendix C (Authorized Coatings for Use on Cutters and Boats).

3.3.2 Coating colors and system color schemes. Ensure that all colors and color coat/paint schemes are in accordance with (COMDTINST)_MI0360.3C , Chapter 11 (Cutter and Boat Colors Exterior and Interior).

NOTE

Unless a waiver has been granted (in writing) by the KO, deviations from authorized coatings (listed in Appendix C of SFLC Std Spec 6310) and colors and color schemes

(provided in Chapter 5 of COMDTINST MI0360.3) are strictly prohibited.

3.4 Welding and brazing requirements. The Contractor shall perform all welding and allied processes, and NDI in accordance with SFLC Std Spec 0740.

3.5 Environmental protection requirements. The Contractor shall adhere to the following environmental protection requirements in accordance with the SFLC Stand Spec 0000:

3.5.1 Contractor operated (non USCG) facilities. The Contractor shall provide and maintain environmental protection as defined in SFLC Std Spec 0000 Appendix A, Requirements for Environmental Protection at

Contractor Operated (Non USCG) Facilities, as applicable, during the performance of this availability. Contractor shall plan for and provide environmental protective measures to control pollution that develops during normal practice, as well as plan for and provide environmental protective measures required to correct conditions that develop during the project. Contractor shall comply with applicable Federal, state, and local laws, codes, ordinances, and regulations in their entirety. Any reference to a specific portion of a Federal, state, or local law, code, ordinance, or regulation in this or any other item shall not be construed to mean that relief is provided from any other sections of the law, code, ordinance, or regulation.

3.5.1 USCG facilities. The Contractor shall provide and maintain environmental protection as defined in SFLC

Std Spec 0000 Appendix B, Requirements for Environmental Protection at USCG Facilities, during the performance of this availability. Contractor shall plan for and provide environmental protective measures to control pollution that develops during normal practice, as well as plan for and provide environmental protective measures required to correct conditions that develop during the project. Contractor shall comply with applicable

Federal, state, and local laws, codes, ordinances, and regulations in their entirety. Any reference to a specific portion of a Federal, state, or local law, code, ordinance, or regulation in this or any other item shall not be construed to mean that relief is provided from any other sections of the law, code, ordinance, or regulation.

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3.5.1.1 USCG Generator status. The activity Generator Status for the Coast Guard Facility is _________.

3.5.1.2 Plans and permits. The CG Facility has unit specific permits including the following:

Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasures (SPCC) Plan: Unit has a SPCC Plan which requires certain unit-specific procedures be followed for the storage, inspection, and transfer of petroleum products in containers 55 gallons or greater.

National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Storm Water (SW) Permit: Unit has an

NPDES SW permit which requires unit-specific procedures be followed for the storage and inspection of equipment and materials which may contribute contaminants to storm water discharges.

Air Emission Permit: Unit has a Air Emission Permit which requires unit-specific procedures be followed for the emissions of VOCs and hazardous air pollutants.

3.5.2 Test and procedures. The Contractor shall be required to promptly conduct tests and procedures for the purpose of assessing whether operations are in compliance with applicable Environmental Laws. Analytical work shall be done by qualified laboratories; and where required by law, the laboratories shall be certified.

3.5.3 Regulatory notifications. The Contractor shall be responsible for all regulatory notification requirements in accordance with Federal, State and local regulations. In cases where the Coast Guard must also provide public notification, such as storm water permitting, the Contractor must coordinate with the Contracting Officer or COR, and if work is being performed at a USCG Facility, the local Facility Engineer or Engineering Officer. The

Contractor shall submit copies of all regulatory notifications to the Contracting Officer and the local Facility

Engineer or Engineering Officer prior to commencement of work activities. Regulatory notifications shall be provided for including but not limited to demolition, renovation, National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System

(NPDES) defined site work, and remediation of controlled substances such as asbestos, hazardous waste, and lead paint.

3.5.4 Environmental manager. The Contractor shall appoint in writing an Environmental Manager for the project, and shall be responsible for coordinating Contractor compliance with Federal, State, local, and station environmental requirements. The Environmental Manager shall ensure compliance with Hazardous Waste

Program requirements, including hazardous waste handling, storage, manifesting, and disposal; implement the

Contractors’ Environmental Management Plan; ensure that all environmental permits are obtained, maintained, and closed out; ensure compliance with Storm Water Program Management requirements; ensure compliance with Hazardous Materials including storage, handling, and reporting requirements; as well as coordinate any remediation of regulated substances such as lead, asbestos, and polychlorinated biphenyl (PCB). This may be a collateral position; however the individual must be trained to adequately accomplish the following duties; ensure waste segregation and storage compatibility requirements are met; inspect and manage Satellite Accumulation areas; ensure only authorized personnel add wastes to containers; ensure all Contractor personnel are trained in 40

CFR requirements and individual position requirements; coordinate removal of waste containers; and maintain the

Environmental Records binder and required documentation, including environmental permits compliance and close-out.

3.6 HW disposal. The Contractor shall be responsible for all hazardous wastes generated by work under this contract. Label and package all hazard wastes in 49 CFR-approved containers, and in accordance with all other applicable Federal, state, and local laws and regulations. In addition, comply with applicable parts of 40 CFR

262, applicable to handling of hazardous wastes.

3.5.1 Along with the Government, the Contractor shall be contractually considered the co-generator of all hazardous wastes; be aware that the Government will make available its facility’s EPA Generator Identification

(ID) Number for manifesting of hazardous wastes.

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3.5.2 The Contractor shall identify, arrange, and be responsible for the turnover of all hazardous wastes, within the confines of the Coast Guard shore facility, to the facility’s HM/HW Coordinator. Notify the ship’s HW

Coordinator prior to any transfers of HW from ship to shore.

3.5.3 The Contractor shall prepare a manifest of hazardous waste to be reviewd and signed by the HM/HW

Coordinator. Contact the HM/HW Coordinator for turnover of any hazardous waste; in addition, notify the COR

24 hours prior to any waste removals, and ensure that waste removals are conducted during normal business hours

(0800-1600) on Monday through Friday (excluding holidays).

3.5.4 The Contractor shall be aware of the following:

3.5.4.1 No Contractor or Subcontractor shall have the authority to sign a hazardous waste manifest using the facility’s EPA Generator ID Number or remove contract generated hazardous waste from the Coast Guard facility without COR or KO-approval.

3.5.4.2 Local environmental regulations at the Government facilities may be more stringent than in many jurisdictions. As with all environmental regulations, it is the Contractor's responsibility to research, prepare for, and comply with, the local and state regulations.

3.5.4.3 Coast Guard facilities do not have Facilities Response Plans (see 33 CFR 154 Subpart F). It is the

Contractor’s responsibility to furnish the Facility Response Plan (FRP) when required for over-the-water liquids transfers to and from vessels. This requirement is applicable to transfers to/from vessels with an oil/fuel capacity of 250 barrels or more.

3.6 Coast Guard facility usage and provisions.

3.6.1 The Contractor shall be aware of the following:

3.6.1.1 Coast Guard personnel will haul and block the boat on a Coast Guard installation; consequently, the

Contractor shall not include the cost of lifting or re-floating the vessel in the bid price estimates

3.6.1.2 All work described herein is intended to be accomplished at this location.

3.6.1.3 The COR will submit to the Contractor a copy of the “Coast Guard Facility Survey”/”Landlord Survey” which contains utilities and/or equipment that the Coast Guard Facilty will make available for use by the

Contractor.

3.6.2 The Contractor shall make arrangements to provide all other necessary equipment to accomplish the work described in this specification package including (as applicable) but not limited to generators, compressors, welding equipment, power tools, consumables, and storage containers.

3.6.3 The Contractor shall be responsible for properly storing own equipment.

3.6.4 Prior to setting up equipment and/or storage containers for long-term duration, the Contractor shall obtain approval from the COR at least 48 hours prior to placing the equipment in order to avoid conflict with other base activities.

3.6.5 If the Coast Guard facility opts to provide sewage facilities (as listed on the Landlord Survey) for use by the

Contractor, the Contractor shall supply sanitary supplies such as toilet paper, paper towels, soap, etc. for use by contract personnel. Use of Government toilet paper, and other sanitary supplies shall not be authorized and the additional caveats apply as well.

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3.6.5.1 The Contractor shall ensure the sanitary facilities (bathrooms) are left in a clean and neat condition as found.

3.6.5.2 The Contractor is NOT authorized to use any shower facilities which may or may not be located in the same room as the toilet facilities.

3.6.5.3 The Contractor shall adhere to any special requirements or regulations listed in the comments section of the Landlord survey forms, provided at the end of this document.

3.7 Coast Guard turn-over preparation. The Contractor shall be aware that, upon arrival, after haulout, and prior to departing the Contractor’s facility, the Coast Guard crew shall be allowed to accomplish various tasks in preparation for the turn-over of the boat to the Contractor. The following conditions apply to this paragraph:

3.7.1 The Coast Guard requires a maximum of three days at the beginning of the contract, and three days at the end to accomplish various tasks.

3.7.2 The Contractor may commence/continue work during these time frames.

3.7.3 Coast Guard personnel will disconnect the Detroit Diesel Electronic Control (DDEC) System and any other electronic equipment, as required to avoid damage to systems arising from hotwork on the vessel during the availability.

3.7.4 Coast Guard personnel will remove the transducers after initial haul-out and reinstall prior to re-floating the vessel.

3.7.5 The NESU/Unit will contact the servicing ESD or ESU to setup removal/installation of the transducer if

Unit personnel are unable to accomplish this task.

3.7.6 Any components removed by Coast Guard personnel at the beginning of the contract will be reinstalled by

Coast Guard personnel at the end of the contract.

3.7 SFLC standard specification approved changes. The Contractor shall be aware that the following are approved changes to published SFLC 2012 Edition Standard Specifications and supersede published content:

3.7.1 SFLC Std Spec 8634, Drydocking, Appendix A, page A5, paragraph A2.7.1.3 Side Blocks: Remove formula value shown as g – Acceleration of gravity – 32.3 Ft/sec , and replace with formula value g -

Acceleration of gravity - 32.174 ft/sec

3.7.2 SFLC Std Spec 0740, Welding and Allied Processes. SFLC Std Spec 0740 added Appendix E, Stray

Current Protection: New Appendix is posted with SFLC Standard Specifications as a separate document on internet and intranet webpage.

3.7.2.1 SFLC Std Spec 0740, page 1, paragraph 1.2 Appendices: Add ‘Stray Current Protection’ to ‘Process

Standard column of appendices table. Add ‘E’ to ‘Appendix’ column of appendices table.

3.7.2.2 SFLC Std Spec 0740, page 4, paragraph 3.1.3 Stray current protection: Add “The Contractor shall meet all requirements for stray current protection as specified in Appendix E - Stray Current Protection.” directly after paragraph 3.1.3 title.

3.7.2.3 SFLC Std Spec 0740, page 4, paragraph 3.1.3 Stray current protection: Delete paragraphs 3.1.3.1 and

3.1.3.2.

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3.7.3 SFLC Std Spec 0450, Electrical Power for Contractor’s Tools and Equipment, page 1, paragraph 1.1 Intent:

Add sentence, “Note that stray current protection for welding equipment is covered in SFLC Standard

Specification 0740, Welding and Allied Processes, Appendix E.” to end of paragraph.

3.7.3.1 SFLC Std Spec 0450, page 5, paragraph 3.4 Equipment Grounding: Add sentence, “Stray current protection for welding equipment is covered in SFLC Standard Specification 0740, Welding and Allied Processes, Appendix E.” to end of paragraph.

3.7.3.2 SFLC Std Spec 0450, page 6, paragraph 3.4 Equipment Grounding: Delete paragraphs 3.4.1.4 and

3.4.1.5.

3.7.3.3 SFLC Std Spec 0450, page 6, paragraph 3.4 Equipment Grounding: Delete Figure 5.

3.7.4 SFLC Std Spec 0000, General Requirements, Appendix A Requirements for Environmental Protection has been superseded by SFLC Std Spec 0000, General Requirements, Appendix A Requirements for Environmental

Protection at Contractor Operated (Non USCG) Facilities, with addition of SFLC Std Spec 0000 Appendix B

Requirements for Environmental Protection at USCG Facilities. The new Appendices are posted with SFLC

Standard Specifications as separate documents on SFLC Standard Specification webpage.

3.7.4.1 SFLC Std Spec 0000, page 22, paragraph 3.3.3.1 NOTE. Add "Flame-retardant polyethylene deck plate with a non-slip diamond pattern from 10 to 40mil thickness" to body of Note.

3.7.4.2 SFLC Std Spec 0000, page 3, bullet “ISC.” Delete “lead-contaminated materials.”

3.7.4.3 SFLC Std Spec 0000, page 27, after Note box under paragraph 3.3.13.1.2 add the following paragraphs:

“3.3.13.1.3 Dock and Sea trials. The Contractor shall conduct dock trials to test the work performed during the contract when required by individual work items (see 3.3.13 Tests and Inspections). This shall include operational tests or inspections, as appropriate, of all machinery, piping, wiring, insulation, preservation work, deck coverings, and any other article removed, moved, disturbed, or damaged by the Contractor in accomplishing the work outlined in the specification. Schedule for these specific dockside tests or inspections shall be included within the planning document (see 3.2.5 Planning document).

3.3.13.1.3.1 The Contractor shall provide a pier facility or allow the vessel to move to a Coast Guard pier to support dock trials. The Contractor shall not conduct trials that require the vessel to be waterborne while the vessel is floating inside a dock (e.g., graving dock, floating drydock).

3.3.13.1.3.2 Sea trials to conduct equipment operational tests are not required unless a Sea Trial Performance work item is specifically included within the specification.”

3.7.4.4 SFLC Std Spec 0000, page 11, paragraph 3.2.5, add the following bullets to the bulleted list:

Identifies the “critical paths” for the project.

Shows calculations for the “float” along the critical paths and labels the critical paths with the number of delay days the critical paths can absorb without affecting the final delivery date.

3.7.4.5 SFLC Std Spec 0000, page 11, Add the following Note between paragraphs 3.2.5 and 3.2.5.1:

NOTE

Float is the number of days that the critical paths can be delayed without affecting the final delivery date.

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3.7.4.6 SFLC Std Spec 0000, page 12, add the following paragraphs and Note after Figure 1:

“3.2.5.4 When the critical path extends beyond or encroaches upon the final delivery date, provide a resource constraint and scheduling evaluation of the critical path before any request for extension will be entertained.

Submit the resource constraint and scheduling evaluation via a CFR.

NOTE

The intent of the resource constraint and scheduling evaluation is to identify the resources necessary to ‘crash’ the critical path or make adjustments to the production schedule to meet the delivery date in lieu of a project extension.”

3.7.4.7 Std Spec 0000, General Requirements, page 4, paragraph 1.3 Acronyms and term definitions, “Paint

Containing Lead” remove lead content percent of “0.06 percent by weight (0.12 mg/cm2, or 600 ppm)” and replace with “0.009 percent by weight (0.018 mg/cm2, or 90 ppm)”

3.7.5 SFLC Std Spec 6310, Requirements For Preservation Of Ship Structures, page 10, add “3.1.6.5

Preconstruction Primers. Also known as shop primers, preconstruction primers are used as a temporary coating to protect steel from corrosion during welding, storage, and fabrication. Preconstruction primers shall be removed prior to applying the permanent coating system on all critical coated surfaces. Preconstruction primers may be left in place in other interior areas (such as machinery spaces, habitability spaces, etc.) if they are intact, uncontaminated, and compatible with the overcoating system.”

3.7.5.1 Std Spec 6310, Appendix B, page B12 , the formatting for of Notes 17-19 change and add as per the following:

SFLC Std Spec 6310, Cutter And Boat Interior Painting Systems, Appendix B12, Note 17, delete sentence, “Persistent corrosion in a particular area of an aluminum bilge may dictate the need for a protective High Build Epoxy coating to be applied to that local area.”

SFLC Std Spec 6310, Cutter And Boat Interior Painting Systems, Appendix B12, Note 18, replace entire note with “Persistent corrosion in a particular area of an aluminum bilge may dictate the need for a protective High Build Epoxy coating to be applied to that local area. “

SFLC Std Spec 6310, Cutter And Boat Interior Painting Systems, Appendix B12, Note 19, replace entire note with “Painting plastic surfaces is highly discouraged, but after it is done once, it must be maintained.”

SFLC Std Spec 6310, Cutter And Boat Interior Painting Systems, Appendix B12, Add Note “20. For aluminum surfaces, remove all oil, grease, dirt, metal oxides (corrosion products) and other foreign material by cleaning per SSPC-SP 1 prior to blast cleaning and following blast cleaning immediately prior to coating. The end result of abrasive blasting will be a surface cleanliness similar to that of

SSPC-SP 10 for steel with all coating removed.

3.7.5.2 Std Spec 6310, Appendix E, pages E1, E3, and E4, QA Inspection Forms QA-1, QA-3a, and QA-3b respectively, reference The Society for Protective Coatings (SSPC)/NACE International (NACE) Joint Surface

Preparation Standard SSPC-SP 12/NACE No. 5 erroneously, and are corrected as per the following:

3.7.5.2.1 Std Spec 6310, Appendix E, pages E1, QA Inspection Form QA-1, Check point 5- Surface Preparation, check box description 2, replace “(i.e.: SSPC SP-12, SP-11, SP-10…).” with “(i.e.: SSPC SP-11, SP-10, SP WJ-

2…).”

3.7.5.2.2 Std Spec 6310, Appendix E, page E3, QA Inspection Form QA-3a, Surface Preparation Method column of the Profile Achieved table, 2 nd record, replace “SSPC-SP-12/NACE No. 5” with “SSPC-SP WJ-1/NACE WJ-

1”.

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3.7.5.2.2.1 Add record to table beneath “SSPC-SP WJ-1/NACE WJ-1” and label as “SSPC-SP WJ-2/NACE WJ-

2”

3.7.5.2.2.2 Add record to table beneath “SSPC-SP WJ-2/NACE WJ-2” and label as “SSPC-SP WJ-3/NACE WJ-

3”

3.7.5.2.2.3 Add record to table beneath “SSPC-SP WJ-3/NACE WJ-3” and label as “SSPC-SP WJ-4/NACE WJ-

4”

3.7.5.2.3 Std Spec 6310, Appendix E, page E4, QA Inspection Form QA-3b, Surface Preparation Method column of the Profile Achieved table, 2 nd record, replace “SSPC-SP-12/NACE No. 5” with “SSPC-SP WJ-1/NACE WJ-

1”.

3.7.5.2.3.1 Add record to table beneath “SSPC-SP WJ-1/NACE WJ-1” and label as “SSPC-SP WJ-2/NACE WJ-

2”

3.7.5.2.3.2 Add record to table beneath “SSPC-SP WJ-2/NACE WJ-2” and label as “SSPC-SP WJ-3/NACE WJ-

3”

3.7.5.2.3.3 Add record to table beneath “SSPC-SP WJ-3/NACE WJ-3” and label as “SSPC-SP WJ-4/NACE WJ-

4”

3.7.6 SFLC Std Spec 8635, Temporary Services, page 2, delete paragraph 3.3.2.2.

3.7.7 SFLC Std Spec 5000, Auxiliary Machine Systems, Appendix C, page C9: Replace paragraph C2.8.1.3 and

Table C-3, and add additional paragraphs C2.8.1.4, C2.8.1.5, and C2.8.1.6. as follows:

“C2.8.1.3 Flushing fluid minimum flow rate requirements. Ensure the minimum flow rates provided in Table C-

3 are maintained for each circuit. If multiple loops are flushed concurrently, each loop shall be provided with a flow measuring device. Provide calibrated flow meters. Prior to flushing, submit the certification of calibration to the CG Inspector.

TABLE C-3 - MINIMUM FLOW RATE FOR FLUSHING WITH FLUID

PIPE SIZE INSIDE DIA

(INCH)

GAL/MIN

To 0.5 18

0.5 to 0.75 34

0.75 to 1.0 56

1.0 to 1.25 100

1.25 to 1.5 138

1.5 to 2.0 230

2.0 to 2.5 330

2.5 to 3.0 420

NOTES

1. Flow rates represent minimum flows needed to achieve a turbulent flow condition and maximize benefits of flushing effort.

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2. Flow rate selected for flow velocity of 25 ft/sec in the schedule 80/160 pipe, as applicable. If there is a conflict between the pressure and flow rate requirements of this specification, the minimum flow rates shall be governing, unless the working pressure of the system is exceeded. The uses of by-pass (flow control) valves are not allowed downstream of the flow meters.

C2.8.1.4 Whenever a noticeable increase in the pressure drop across strainers is observed, the strainers should be cleaned and bag renewed. Be aware that this may occur as frequency as 15 min intervals.

C2.8.1.5 During flushing, constant monitoring of the flushing oil must be maintained in order to determine the contamination level. Filtering shall continue until the fluid entering the return flow filter meets the particle population ISO cleanliness code of 17/14, in accordance with ISO 4406. All flushing fluid shall pass through the return filter after passing through each system flushing circuit. All samples shall be taken at a point just prior to this filter

C2.8.1.6 Take a representative sample of oil from the hydraulic system of the hydraulic system. Send samples out for laboratory analysis. Analysis shall include viscosity, moisture, total acid number, particle size and population in sufficient detail to determine ISO cleanliness code of 17/14, in accordance with ISO 4406. Submit CFR.”

3.7.8 SFLC Std Spec 6341, Appendix A, Paragraph A2.1.1, replace with “A2.1.1 Cove vase. Include a cove base, using the same epoxy resin deck covering system material, to a maximum height of four inches at all adjacent vertical bounding surfaces, where applicable."

4. NOTES

4.1 QA inspection forms. QA inspection forms (QA-1 thru QA-5), required in SFLC Std Spec 6310 to be completed and submitted during preservation of “critical-coated surfaces”, are provided at the end of this document.

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QA-1 - QUALITY ASSURANCE INSPECTION FORM

(PRESERVATION CHECKLIST)

Vessel Name Hull # Work Item # Work Item Title

Location of Work (incl. frame #’s) Area (sqft)

CHECKPOINT 1 – COATING SYSTEM COMPLIANCE

Ensure all coatings are in compliance with SFLC Std Spec 6310, Appendix C.

CHECKPOINT 2 - PAINT STORAGE

Ensure all coatings are kept at a temperature of 65 to 85°F at all times, unless otherwise specified by the coating mfgr.

CHECKPOINT 3 - AMBIENT CONDITIONS

Ensure surface and surrounding temperatures are each between 50 and 90°F for water-containing coatings, and 35 and 95°F for other coatings, unless otherwise specified by the coating manufacturer(s).

Ensure maximum relative humidity (RH) is as follows, from surface preparations through final curing of topcoat: 50% for tanks, voids, and vent plenum; and 85% for all other areas, unless otherwise specified by manufacturer(s).

Ensure surface temperature is at least 5°F above the dew point, unless otherwise specified by the coating mfgr.

CHECKPOINT 4 - PRE-SURFACE PREPARATION

Remove surface contaminants (soluble salts, loose rust, mud, and marine growth) with low pressure fresh water wash down

(maximum 5,000 psi). If oil and grease are present, perform solvent cleaning, as per SSPC SP-1.

Verify equipment setup, blast media, and surface preparation methods match designated test coupon.

CHECKPOINT 5 - SURFACE PREPARATION

Verify environmental conditions (see CHECKPOINT 3).

Ensure cleanliness of prepared surface is as per specification (i.e.: SSPC SP-11, SP-10, SP WJ-2…).

Verify surface anchor profile using ASTM D4417-Methods B or C against SFLC Std Spec 6310. Conduct profile readings at a minimum of 5 locations for the first 1000-sqft area, and 2 locations for each succeeding 1000-sqft area.

Measure soluble salt conductivity in accordance with SSPC-Guide 15. Conduct 5 measurements per each 1000-sqft area (max.

threshold: 70 microsiemens/cm for non-submerged surfaces, 30 microsiemens/cm for submerged surfaces).

CHECKPOINT 6 - PRIMER COAT APPLICATION

Verify environmental conditions (see CHECKPOINT 3).

Verify proper mixing and stand-in (induction) times.

Ensure no paint is applied when the temperature is expected to drop to freezing before the paint has dried.

Ensure surfaces are completely dry, unless otherwise allowed by the coating manufacturer(s).

Verify wet film thickness (WFT) at random, to prevent under or over application. Verify final DFT.

Brush out all runs, sags, drips, and puddles.

Perform visual inspection for holidays and other defects.

CHECKPOINT 7 – STRIPE COAT APPLICATION

Verify environmental conditions (see CHECKPOINT 3).

Ensure overcoating window is as per manufacturer’s instructions.

After primer coat (mist coat after inorganic zinc), brush-apply un-thinned coat of same primer paint over edges, weld seams, cut-outs, and areas of complex geometries @ 3-4 mils wet film thickness (WFT).

CHECKPOINT 8 – TOP COAT APPLICATION

Verify environmental conditions (see CHECKPOINT 3).

Ensure overcoating window is as per manufacturer’s instructions.

Verify proper mixing and stand-in (induction) times, as applicable.

Verify wet film thickness at random, to prevent under or over application.

Brush out all runs, sags, drips, and puddles.

CHECKPOINT 9 – FINAL INSPECTION

Verify final system dry film thickness. Conduct 5 sets of 3 readings for each of the first 3 100-sqft areas, followed by 5 sets of 3 readings for each succeeding 1000-sqft area.

Ensure that system cure is in accordance with manufacturer's recommendation for intended service.

Ensure potable water tank exhaust ventilation is maintained continuously from and during coating application through final system cure, to exhaust all solvent to the atmosphere and to prevent solvent entrapment.

For immersion coatings (including tank U/W body), record date and time of the following events:

Final coat application: _____/_____; Return to service or removal from environment controls: _____/_____

CHECKPOINT 10 – RECORD KEEPING

Complete, sign, and submit all provided QA Inspection Forms.

Name of QP-1/NACE Inspector Signature Cert. # Date / Time

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QA-2 - QUALITY ASSURANCE INSPECTION FORM

(ENVIRONMENTAL READINGS)

Use one sheet for each activity. Record conditions every four hours from before surface preparation to application of final coating system coat.

DATE &

TIME

ACTIVITY

(Surface preparation,…