penetrant or magnetic particle indication whose length is equal to or greater than three times its width Loose connection Flange (studded or open-face), hub connection or end connection (3.47) used to join together equipment, but not integral to the equipment Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) The design owner or manufacturer of the traceable assembled equipment, single equipment unit, or component part. NOTE: If any alterations to the original design and/or assembled equipment or component part are made by anyone other than the OEM, the assembly, part, or component is not considered an OEM product. The party that performs these alterations is then designated as the OEM. Other End Connection (OEC) Connection which is not specified in an API / ISO standard NOTE: This includes API / ISO flanges and hubs with non-API / ISO gasket preparations and manufacturer's proprietary connections. Part Individual used in the assembly of a single unit of equipment Pipe ram Closing and sealing component in a ram blowout preventer that seals around tubulars in the wellbore Post-Weld Heat Treatment (PWHT) Any heat treatment subsequent to welding, including stress relief Pressure-containing part Pressure-containing member part exposed to wellbore fluids whose failure to function as intended would result in a release of wellbore fluid to the environment EXAMPLES: Bodies, bonnets and connecting rods. Pressure-controlling part / pressure-controlling member Parts intended to control or regulate the movement of wellbore fluids EXAMPLES: Packing elements, rams, replaceable seats within a pressure-containing member or part. Pressure end load load resulting from internal pressure applied to the area defined by the maximum seal diameter Pressure-retaining part / pressure-retaining member Part not exposed to wellbore fluids failure to function as intended will result in a release of wellbore fluid to the environment EXAMPLES: Closure and clamps. Product family Model or type of specific equipment listed in clause 1 of this American National Standard Qualified personnel Individual with characteristics or abilities gained through training, experience or both, as measured against the manufacturer's established requirements Ram blowout preventer Blowout preventer that uses metal blocks with integral elastomer seals to seal off pressure on a wellbore with or without tubulars in the bore working pressure
Service Levels The level of traceability of repairs, and remanufacturing from well control equipment define to what Remanufacturing Service Level (RSL) additional work can be certified. RSL Who What Where History Remarks 4 OEM with / API License & API-Q1 or Product Specification Licensee API-16AR + API-Q1 Equipment started with API Monogram + yearly audit API Licensed Facility with Q1 All previous work shall be traceable and performed by remanufacturer with access to the OPD. From equipment with a LMP, full traceability and Monogram, status can be maintained through equipment life, decommissioning. 3 OEM w/ API License or Product Specification Licensee API-16AR Equipment met API Spec 16A when new API Licensed Facility All previous work shall be traceable and performed by remanufacturer with access to the OPD. 2 Anyone w/ License Equipment met API Spec 16A when new (All Design Verification & Testing Required) API Licensed Facility Traceability of all parts required by API 16A Only when all repairs and/or remanufacturing is approved by the OEM, repairs can qualify RSL-3. 1 Anyone Equipment met API Spec 16A when new (All Design Verification & Testing Required) Anywhere Verification of Material Suitability Product may meet API-16A requirements. Only when full traceability of all parts exists for repair and remanufacturing, repairs can qualify under RSL 2. . Repair and Remanufacture The LCMSP is responsible for executing and documenting repair and remanufacture of traceable products in accordance with the requirements specified in the Life Cycle Management Plan. The LCMSP and Owner/operator shall approve repair and remanufacture activities and document same in the PHF.