Common Question ask during QC interview

1. WHAT IS THE INPECTION & TEST PLAN

Ans: A Mandatory item in the quality plan that guide and assures quality in the specific
type of work in a specific sequence of Q/C activity step.
An ITP is a document based on the detailed manufacturing, fabrication and construction
program which identifies each process description, sets out the related sequence of
activities to be inspected, examined and tested and lists the relevant approved procedures
for a particular material, component, assembly, or, in some cases, type of work
It's a plan that lists what tests and inspections should be performed throughout each
phase of a project.
2.WHAT IS QUALITY CONTROL PRECEDURE
Ans; A Document that details specific step needed to fulfill the Q/C activity in the ITP
3. WHAT IS QUALITY CONTROL FORM.
Ans: A Written documentation detailing a specific activity in the ITP& Q/C Procedure.
4.WHAT REFERENCES WILL BE FOUND IN ITP.
Ans: A Standard procedure and code reference specification.
5.WHAT IS A SPECIFICATION.
Ans: A Specification is a guideline to assure the minimum Quality standard matters.
6.WHAT 4 TYPE OF INSPECTION ACTION POINT ARE FOUND IN THE ITP.
Ans: HOLD, WITNESS, SURVELLANCE, REVIEW
7, WHAT IS THE MINIMUM DESIGN COMPRESSIVE STRENGTH FOR STRUCTURE CONCRETE
AT 28 DAYS CURING?
Ans: 4000 psi
8.CALIBRATION OF INSTRUMENT, GAUGES AND TEST EQUIPMENT ARE NOT TO EXCEED ----
-MONTHS
Ans: 06 month
9.WHAT IS THE REQUIRED MINIMUM BASE OF TRENCH ON EITHER SIDE OF THE PIPE LINE?
Ans: 300mm
10.ASPHALT SURFACE REGULARITY AND THICKNESS OF STABILIZED LAYER SHALL NOT
SHOW ANY DEVIATION IN EXCESS OF___ MM WHEN TESTED WITH A 3M STRAIGHT EDGE.
Ans:6mm
11.COMPACTION BY WATER JETTING OR FLOODING IS ONLY PERMITTED IF THE FILL
MATERIALS IS COHESION LESS FREELY DRAINING
Ans: Sand
12.WHAT IS THE REQUIRED COMPACTION TEST IN PERCENT (base course) MATERIALS AND
SUB-BASE MATERIALS RESPECTIVELY?
Ans: 95% Sub-Base And 98% Base Course
14.WHAT IS THE MINIMUM REQUIRED TIME FOR MOISTURE TEST UPON THE CONCRETE IS
READY FOR COATING?
Ans:16 hrs.
15.WHAT IS REQUIRED TEMPERATURE OF GROUT ON SITE?
Ans: 23°𝐶 ± 3°𝐶
16.FOR PIPELINE, WHAT IS THE MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE UNSUPPORTED LENGTH BEFORE
BACKFILLING?
Ans: 3m
17.WHAT IS SETTING TIME OF CONCRETE AFTER THE INTRODUCTION OF THE MIXING
WATER TO THE CEMENT AND AGGREGATES?
Ans: 90 min or 1 ½ hours
18.WHAT IS THE REQUIRED ASPHALT TEMPERATURE ON SITE?
Ans: 139°𝐶 to 163°𝐶
19.ASPHALT TOLERANCE IN THICKNESS: MEASUREMENT OF ANY CORE SHALL NOT BE
DEFICENT BY MORE THAN 10MM OR___PERCENT OF THE DESIGN THICKNESS WHICH EVER
IS LESS?
Ans: 15%
20.WHAT IS THE MINIMUM TOTAL DISSOLVED SOLIDS IN WATER USED FOR CURING IN
CONCRETE SHALL NOT EXCEED___PARTS PER MILLION?
Ans:1000
21.WATER CURING SHALL BE CONTINUES UNTIL THE COMPRESSIVE STRENGTH HAS
REACHED___% OF THE SPECIFIED STRENGTH BUT NO LESS THAN 7 DAYS AFTER
PLACEMENT?
Ans:70%
23.THE PIPE SHALL BE IMBEDDED IN AN ANNULUS OF CLEAN SAND NOT LESS THAN___
MM THICK IN A MANNER WHICH SHALL NOT DAMAGE THE COATING?
Ans:300 mm
24.WHAT IS THE MAXIMUM OR MAINTAIN TEMPERATURE OF CONCRETE DELIVERED?
Ans: 35°𝐶
25.WHAT IS THE MINIMUM REQUIRED NUMBER OF CONCRETE TEST CYLINDER FOR
STRENGTH TEST SHALL BE?
Ans: For Grouting Six (6) Test Cube
For Concrete Cylinder 4pcs (1-3days, 1-7days, 228days)
26.HOW TO BE SURE THE READY MIXED ARE TYPE 1 OR TYPE V?
Ans: Type 1 with micro silica /Type v w/out micro silica
27.WHAT IS THE ALLOWABLE CLEAR DISTANCE O F THE ANCHOR BOLTS FROM THE EDGE OF
THE FOUNDATION.
Ans: 100 MM
28.WHAT IS THE MEANING OF W1?
Ans:100% witness inspection /test
29.WHAT IS THE MEANING OF W2?
Ans: Sample witness inspection/test
30.WHAT IS THE MEANING OF H1?
Ans: 100% hold point for QC inspection or test
31.WHAT IS THE MEANING OF H2?
Ans: Sample hold point for QC inspection or test
32.WHAT IS THE MEANING OF R1?
Ans: 100% review of document
33.WHAT IS THE MEANING OF R2?
Ans: sample review of document
34.WHAT IS THE MEANING OF RH1?
Ans: 100%review and approval of document
35.WHAT IS THE MEANING OF RH2?
Ans: sample review and approval of document
36.WHAT IS HEIGHT OF THE SPACER IN BOTTOM CONCRETE?
Ans:75 mm
37.WHAT IS STRESS/FORCE IN BOTTOM IN BEARING PLATE?
Ans:5000 PSI
38.WHAT IS THE MINIMUM THICKNESS OF GROUT IN BOTTOM OF BEARING PLATE?
Ans: 25mm

Common Questions
01. Can you explain the role of QA/QC in construction projects?
Ans: Quality Assurance (QA) and Quality Control (QC) in construction are
essential to ensure that the project meets specified standards and
requirements. QA focuses on the processes used in construction, while QC
focuses on the product's quality. QA/QC engineers are responsible for creating
and implementing quality plans, performing inspections, and ensuring
compliance with codes and standards.

02. What are the key elements of a Quality Control Plan for a construction
project?
Ans: A QC plan typically includes:
- Inspection and testing procedures
- Material Control
- Document Control
- Non-conformance reporting
- Corrective and preventive actions
- Calibration of measuring instruments

3. How do you ensure compliance with building codes and regulations on a

construction site?
Ans: I ensure compliance by:
- Regularly reviewing local building codes and regulations
- Conducting inspections at various stages of construction
- Verifying that construction materials meet code requirements
- Collaborating with relevant authorities for inspections and approvals

4. What is the purpose of conducting material inspections on a construction

project, and how do you perform them?
Ans: Material inspections are crucial to verify that materials meet project
specifications.
I perform them by:
- Checking material certifications and test reports
- Inspecting materials for damage or defects
- Performing tests such as concrete slump tests or soil compaction tests
- Maintaining records of inspections and test results

5. How do you handle non-conformance or quality issues on a construction

site?
Ans: When I encounter non-conformance:
- I document the issue, including details and photos.
- Notify the relevant parties, such as the contractor or project manager.
- Work with the team to develop corrective and preventive action plans.
- Verify the implementation of corrective actions.
- Ensure that the issue is resolved before proceeding with the project.

6. What types of testing methods are commonly used in QA/QC for civil
engineering projects?
Ans: Common testing methods include:
- Concrete strength testing (compression tests)
- Soil testing (proctor compaction test, sieve analysis)
- Non-destructive testing (ultrasonic, radiographic)
- Welding inspections (visual, radiographic)
- Structural inspections (dimensional checks, load tests)

7. How do you stay updated with the latest industry standards and best
practices in QA/QC?
Ans: I stay updated by:
- Regularly attending workshops, seminars, and training programs
- Reading industry publications and journals
- Participating in relevant professional associations
- Networking with colleagues to share knowledge and experiences

8. Can you provide an example of a challenging quality issue you've

encountered on a previous project and how you resolved it?**
Ans: (Provide a specific example from your experience, highlighting your
problem-solving skills and attention to detail.)

9. What software tools or applications are you proficient in for QA/QC tasks?
Ans: I am proficient in using software such as AutoCAD for reviewing
drawings, Excel for data analysis and reporting, and specific QA/QC software
like Procore or Aconex for document control and collaboration.

Common Question
1. Describe the difference between QA & QC?

Answer: Quality Control is the operational techniques (Inspection, Examination

& Testing) that are used to fulfill requirements for quality. Quality Assurance is
the system of action
and planning needed to provide confidence that a Product or Service will
satisfy quality requirements.

2. What do quality system audits evaluate?

Answer: The degree of quality system conformance to established

requirements.

3. Saudi Aramco has adopted the basic framework and definitions of the
International Quality Management System Standards ISO-9000 Series. This has
been done to provide universal understanding and improve communication
between the COMPANY and prospective CONTRACTORS whose Quality
Management System is congruent with the ISO-9000 Series. Describe the basic
elements of an ISO 9000 Series Quality Program?

Answer:

Quality Management & Quality Assurance Standards per ISO-9000.

Quality Management Systems per ISO-9001, 9002, 9003.
Quality Plan Guidelines per ISO 10005.

SCHEDULE “Q” – Is describe a minimum requirement for Contractor Quality

System.
ISO 9001 – Quality Management System requirements.
ISO 9000 – Quality Management System Fundamental and Vocabulary.

What is Quality Procedure?

It is used to establish instruction for inspection and control of all construction

Activities. This will apply to the incoming materials, intermediary and final
works.

What is QA?

Quality Assurance system of action and planning needed to provide confidence

that a product or services will satisfy the quality requirements.

What is QC? Quality Control is the operational techniques (Inspection,

Examination & Testing) that are used to fulfill quality requirements.

QUALITY CONTROL PROCEDURE – Is a document that details the specific steps

needed to fulfill the Quality activity in the ITP.
QUALITY CONTROL FORM – Is a writing documentation detailing a specific
activity in the ITP and QC procedure.
A CODE – is a body of laws as of a nation, state or industry group, arranged
systematically for ease of use and reference.

A STANDARD – is a rule or a basis of comparison in measuring quality, quantity,

content, relative value and etc.

A SPECIFICATION – is a detailed description of parts or statement of particulars

as to actual or required quality, size and etc.

P&ID – Is a Piping & Instrument diagram show piping layout and detailed notes
relating to piping Instrumentation. This drawing is commonly referred to as the
P&ID its object is to indicate all process service lines, instrument and controls,
equipment & data necessary for the design group. The process flow diagram is
the primary source of information for developing the P&ID.

ARAMCO Quality Codes & Standard References

• ISO 9001 : 2000 Quality Management System.

• SATIP – Saudi Aramco Typical Inspection Plan.

• SAIP – Saudi Aramco Inspection Procedure.

• SAEP – Saudi Aramco Engineering Procedure.

• SAES – Saudi Aramco Engineering Standard.

• SAIR – Saudi Aramco Inspection Requirements.

• SAIC – Saudi Aramco Inspection Check list.

• Saudi Aramco Standard Contractor Schedule “Q” (Project Quality

Requirements).

WHAT IS INSPECTION & TEST PLAN (ITP)?

Is all about document based on detailed manufacturing, fabrication and

construction program that identifies each process description, sets out related
sequence of activities to be inspected, examined and tested with relevant
approved procedures for particular materials, components and assembly. It
includes identification of required documents, acceptance criteria, which is
responsible, the inspection surveillance and the type and level of inspection
including hold, witness and review points of the contractor, sub-contractor and
Saudi Aramco.

INSPECTION & TEST PLAN should include the following information:

•
 • Process descriptions.

• Quality Control Requirements.

• Notification Requirements for Supplier Inspection (min. 10 day

calendar days).

• Responsibilities for Inspection / Test.

• Acceptance Criteria.

• Verifying Document.

• Inspection Points (Hold, Witness, Review and Surveillance).

What are Inspection Action Points?

What is Hold Point (H)?

An inspection point, defined in an appropriate document, beyond which an

Activity must not proceed without the approval of the designated organization
or authority.

What is Witness (W) Point?

An inspection point, defined in an appropriate document, beyond which an

Activity can proceed after notifying the designated organization or
authority. Contractor’s QC Inspector has the full responsibility for performing
detailed Inspection during the work activity.

What is Review Point (R)?

Defined in an appropriate document is the point in which a work activity

cannot Proceed without first ensuring the review and approval of applicable
documents Or personnel qualification by a designated organization or
authority

What is Surveillance (S) ?

QA/QC organization to monitor work in progress without notice from

construction organization.

Definitions of Inspection Levels as per (SAER–1972)

– Level 0 – Documentation Requirements only No vendor Inspection required.

– Level 1 – Only Final Inspection is required prior to shipping.

– Level 2 – Includes as minimum, pre-inspection meeting, one or more Un-
specified “in progress” surveillance visits, all witness, hold points, final
inspection and release for shipment
– Level 3 – Same as level 2 except that “in progress” surveillance shall be on a
regular basis ( daily, weekly or bi-weekly )
– Level 4 – Resident inspector continually monitoring the work

What is Non-Conformance? An Activity does not conform with an International

Code/Standard.

What is NCR? It stands for Non Conformity Report and A record reporting the
variation from the specified requirements.
What is CAR? It stands for Corrective Action Report, It is a record reporting the
action take to eliminate the effect & causes of an existing Non Conformity
defect or other undesirable situation in order to prevent recurrence.

What is DR? It stands for Deviation Report, A report of the concession granted
by client or owner to certain deviation from project specification.

SAES A – 114 Excavation and Backfill

Brackish Water: Water with Total Dissolved Solids of 10,000 ppm or more.
Clean Sand: Soil meeting the following gradation
Containing less than 3% weight of organic material or clay:
Marl: is a wide variety of calcareous soil materials found in Saudi Arabia which may vary
from clay to gravel sizes and often include cobble and boulder sized pieces.
Rocks: have various hardness and engineering properties. "Rock" may refer to anything
from boulder size individual pieces to hard, intact bedrock Sabkha: is a saline (generally
coastal) deposit generally consisting of saturated, loose silty sand and possibly clay.
A clear space of at least 0.6 m (2 ft) shall be maintained on all sides of an excavation or
trench. When any excavation or trench reaches a depth of 1.2 m (4 ft) or when soil banks
are greater than 1.5 m (5 ft), shoring shall be installed or the sides shall be sloped or
benched and the trench treated as a confined space in accordance with the Saudi Aramco
Construction Safety Manual. A safe means of entry and exit shall be provided for all
excavations and trenches every 7.5m.

Fill Material Fill material shall consist of gravel, sand and/or marl. The maximum size of
the fill material shall be one-half the lift thickness or 75 mm (3 inches), whichever is less.
Fill material shall be free of frozen lumps, organic matter, trash, chunks of highly plastic
clay or other unsatisfactory material.
Select Fill Material Select fill shall be composed only of inorganic material and shall have
100% passing the 5 cm (2 in) sieve and from 0 to 20% passing the No. 200 sieve. That
portion of the material passing the No. 40 sieve shall have a maximum liquid limit of 35
and a maximum plasticity index of 12 per ASTM D4318. Liquid limit and plastic limit tests
are not required for select fill material with less than 15% passing the No. 200 sieve.

Fill material shall be placed in lifts not exceeding 200 mm (8 in) in loose depth.
Fill materials shall be placed in lifts not exceeding 100 mm (4 in) in loose depth for hand-
operated compaction Fill and backfill adjacent to structures such as retaining walls, pits,
and basements shall not be compacted with heavy equipment, but shall be compacted
with hand-operated equipment to a distance of 1.2 meters (4 feet) or greater beyond the
sides of the structures.
Acceptance testing of in-place density and moisture content
(field density testing ASTM-6938) on compacted fill will be performed at the
following rates:
1. Under all foundations - one test every 1000 ft² (90 m²) of each lift.
2. Under area paving - one test every 2000 ft² (180 m²) of each lift.
3. Road base and sub-base - one test every 2000 ft² (180 m²) of base or sub-base.
4. Backfill of trenches - one test for every 50 linear ft (15 m) of each lift.
5. General fill - one test every 5000 ft² (460 m²) of each lift.

SAES Q-001 CRITERIA FOR DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION CONCRETE OF

CONCRETE STRUCTURES

The Prestressed Concrete Institute (PCI) Design Handbook shall be the basis for the
analysis and design of precast, prestressed concrete structures and as modified below:
a) Compressive Strength: The minimum 28 day design compressive strength shall be 28
MPa (4,000 psi) and the release strength for prestressed unit 24.1 MPa (3,500 psi).
Commentary Note: More than 4,000 psi compressive strength can be used in the design of
precast concrete.
Prestressing tendons: Uncoated, 7-wire "low relaxation" strand per ASTM A416. Use Grade
250 unless Grade 270 is indicated. Strands: Epoxy coated strands shall not be used for
prestressed concrete.
Camber and deflection: Design flexural members with sufficient camber to properly offset
deflection under superimposed dead loads.
Cement content: The minimum cement content for precast concrete is 350 Kg/CM of
concrete.
Commentary Note: No maximum cement content is specified for precast concrete. It is
usually common practice to specify cement content of more than 370 Kg/CM of concrete
in the precast concrete industry.

Concrete shall be either structural or non-structural, as follows:

a) Structural Concrete: All reinforced concrete including concrete with minimum

reinforcement for temperature and shrinkage control. The 28-day design compressive
strength (ASTM C39) shall be 28 MPa (4000 psi).
b) Non-Structural Concrete: Unreinforced concrete of no significant structural value such
as lean concrete for sub-slabs, concrete for duct banks etc. The minimum 28-day design
compressive strength (ASTM C39) shall be 14 Mpa (2000 psi).

Paving Slope to The Catch Basins or trenches shall not be less than 1:65 (1.5%). The
maximum drop to catch basins from high point of paving shall be 200 mm. Where
foundations protrude through the paving, 12 mm diameter reinforcing bars, 800 mm long,
shall be placed diagonally in the paving at all interior corners.
Table 1 - Exposures Types Exposure

Cement ; Type I

Steel ; I

Description ; FBE

Concrete members exposed to negligible sulphate SO4 (less than 0.1% by weight of soil
and less than 150 ppm in ground water )¹ and any of the following:

• Water with total dissolved solid more than 1000 PPM. • Chemicals. • Within 5 km from
the shore lines. • Where water table is less than one meter below the bottom of the
foundation. • Sewage treatment plant.

II
V

FBE

Sulfate content is more than or equals 0.1% by weight of soil or more than or equals 150
ppm in the ground water and the chloride content is less than what is specified in
exposure III.²

III

I+Silica Fume³

FBE

• Water soluble sulfate content more than 0.1% and water soluble chloride more than
0.1% by weight of soil. • Sulfate more than 1500 ppm and chloride more than 500 ppm in
the ground water.

IV

I+Silica Fume

Uncoated

Sulfur pits

Uncoated

With negligible sulfates and chlorides (less than 0.1% each) by weight of surrounding
environment. e. g., Interior roof slabs

Notes:

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Sulfates and Chlorides shall be determined in accordance with AASHTO T290 and AASHTO
T291 respectively or equivalent test methods.
2

If the sulfate content is less than 1500 ppm and the chloride is more than 500 ppm, then
Type I cement and FBE coated rebars shall be used.

Plant paving, sidewalks, erosion protection paving and slabs reinforced with welded wire
fabric are exempted from the use of silica fume.

Commentary Notes: The use of the Silica Fume cement is limited to the structural concrete
members. Table 1 is based on performance of geotechnical investigation as required by
SAES-A113 or availability of prior reports showing soil chemical composition. In the
absence of geotechnical investigation reports/soil chemical analysis, it is recommended to
use epoxy coated reinforcement and type V cement.

Table 2 defines the minimum concrete cover measured from outer most rebar (tie bar),
that shall be provided for reinforcement of cast-in-place concrete structures. Table 2 -
Minimum Concrete Cover Concrete Structure

Minimum Cover (mm)

Concrete cast against and permanently exposed to earth (including foundations over a
sub-slab)

75

Formed concrete exposed to earth or weather Supporting Process Equipment Buildings,

walkway platforms, stairs, AC pads

75 50

Concrete not exposed to weather nor in contact with ground (which can be inspected from
all sides): Beams, columns Slabs, walls, joists

50 25

Concrete exposed to sea water, raw water or sewage

75

Between reinforcement and anchor flange/pipe within pipeline anchor blocks

100

Concrete slab over 50 mm sub-slab

50

Sidewalks, walkways, etc.

50

Embedded Items Conduits, pipes and other items made from aluminum shall not be
embedded in structural concrete unless effectively coated to prevent aluminum-concrete
reaction. Placing Concrete Concrete shall not be dropped freely where reinforcing will
cause segregation nor shall it be dropped freely more than 1 m Curing

10.1 Structural concrete shall be continuously water cured in accordance with

recommendations of ACI 305R, ACI 308 and as modified below. 10.2

Maximum total dissolved solids in water used for curing shall not exceed 1000 parts per
million.

10.3 Water curing shall be continuous until the compressive strength has reached 70% of
the specified strength, but not less than 7 days after placement. 10.4 The saturated
burlaps shall be covered with a plasticized sheet vapor barrier, minimum 0.15 mm (6 mils)
in thickness. 10.5

Steam curing can be used for precast concrete. It should be in accordance with ACI 517.

Coating and Protection 11.1 A plasticized sheet vapor barrier, minimum 0.15 mm (6 mils)
in thickness, shall be placed beneath slabs on grade. Outdoor sidewalks are exempted
from this requirement. 11.2 A plasticized sheet vapor barrier, minimum 0.15 mm (6 mils)
in thickness or a 50 mm sub-slab (lean concrete) shall be placed beneath concrete
foundations. 11.3 A plasticized sheet vapor barrier shall be placed below and around the
sides of concrete that is placed directly into excavation without the use of formwork,
where coal tar or bitumen coating cannot be applied. 11.4 All concrete surfaces in direct
contact with earth shall be coated with two coats of coal tar or bitumen coating that
conforms to APCS-3 or APCS-10 of SAES-H-101. Commentary Note:

APCS-10 shall not be used where soil is contaminated with hydrocarbons Pumped
Concrete 2.Slump and cylinder test samples shall be taken from the end of the mixture
truck chute or at the discharge point of the concrete placement hose when concrete
pumps are used. Concrete for Underground Ducts 1.Concrete for underground duct
envelopes shall be colored in accordance with SAES-T-911 and SAESP-104 for
communication and electrical ducts respectively. 2.Coloring admixtures shall be in
accordance with ACI 212.3R section 6.6 and ASTM C979. Testing and Inspection

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The contractor shall employ an independent Saudi Aramco approved testing agency to
perform field and laboratory testing which shall include compressive tests of molded
concrete cylinders, test for slump, unit weight, air content (where air-entrainment is
required) and fresh concrete temperature. All testing shall be in accordance with 09-
SAMSS-097 "Ready-Mix Portland Cement Concrete Table B – Acceptance Criteria for
Mixing Water Test

Frequency of Test

Max.

Min.

TDS

Weekly

500 ppm

N/A

pH

Weekly

8.0

6.0

Truck mixing is allowed if the discharge of the concrete can not be achieved within 90
minutes after introduction of the mixing water to the cement and aggregates or before the
drum of the truck has revolved 300 revolutions, provided that: a)

The discharge of the concrete shall be completed within three hours or before the drum of
the truck has revolved 600 revolutions, whichever comes first after introduction of the
cement to the aggregates.

b)
Concrete delivered at a temperature in excess of 35°C or that fails to maintain a
temperature of 35°C until used, shall be rejected and replaced at the expense of the
Manufacturer.

c)

a) Location of Batch Plant

d)

b) Job Order (JO) Number for Project

e)

c) Time Leaving Batch Plant

The minimum required number of concrete test cylinders for strength tests shall be: Age
(Days)

No. of Cylinders

3 7 28

112

The test report shall include the following data for each test sample of concrete taken at
the placement site: •

Name of Project and Job Order (JO) for the Project

Slump in millimeters

Ambient air temperature in ºC

Concrete temperature in ºC

•
% Air, when air entrainment is used.

SAES-Q-005 CONCRETE FOUNDATION

Foundations supporting steel bases, including structural columns, pipe supports, process
equipment, vessels and towers shall conform to the following: a)

The top of concrete shall be a minimum of 150 mm above finished grade. Exception: This
requirement is not applicable to instrument stand pipes or pedestals inside of buildings
that are not subjected to wash down water.

b)

The design concrete compressive strength of concrete shall be 27.6 MPa (4000 psi) at 28
days.

c)

The selection and specification of non-shrink cement based grout for foundations shall
comply with SAES-Q-010. The minimum thickness of grout shall be 25 mm.

d) Foundations shall not be placed above underground piping, telecommunication or

electrical items in such a manner as to exert pressure on these items without prior written
approval by the Supervisor

Installation of precast foundations shall comply with one of the following methods: •

A 50 mm lean concrete seal slab shall be placed in the bottom of the excavation
immediately before placing the precast concrete foundation. The precast concrete
foundation shall then be set in place prior to hardening of the lean concrete.

A layer of clean sand not more that 50 mm thick shall be placed in the bottom of the
excavation. If clean sand is used, it must be carefully leveled prior to placing the precast
concrete foundation and a 0.15 mm (6 mils) plasticized sheet vapor barrier shall be place
beneath the foundation.

Anchor Bolts and Embedded Items •

The minimum anchor bolt diameter shall be 20 mm (¾"), except when specified otherwise
by the vendor for small equipment or for the anchorage of small miscellaneous steel items
such as; ladder supports, small piping supports, handrail anchorage, stair stringers, small
platforms, etc

Minimum clear distance from anchor bolts or anchor bolt sleeves to edge of concrete shall
be 100 mm. Metallic sleeves are not allowed and anchor bolts shall not be in contact with
reinforcing steel. Anchor bolts that are exposed to the weather in coastal areas, subjected
to frequent wash downs, or subjected to firewater deluge testing shall have their
diameters increased by 3 mm as a corrosion allowance in addition to the coating required
by 12-SAMSS-007.

SAES-Q-006 ASPHALT CONCRETE PAVING Specification for Asphalt Pavement

Construction

Unless otherwise specified, the entire subgrade shall be compacted to not less than 95%
of the maximum dry density per (ASTM D1557, or AASHTO T180) while within 1.5% of the
optimum moisture content or to 85% of relative density determined by ASTM D4253 and
ASTM D4254

Compaction a.The rolling shall continue until the base and subbase are compacted to not
less than (100% for the base and 95% for the subbase) of the maximum laboratory dry
density as determined by ASTM D1557, or AASHTO T180. In-place density shall be
measured by ASTM D2922 or ASTM 1556 or other approved methods. Testing shall be
conducted at a rate of one test every 2000 ft² (180 m²) of base or sub-base.

Specification for Prime Coats and Tack Coats 1. Prime Coat The prime coat shall be applied
and shall consist of the MC-70 conforming to Saudi Aramco (Ras Tanura Refinery) Standard
Cleaning Surface: Prior to the application of the prime coat the surface shall be cleaned of
all loose dirt and other objectionable materials by means of approved mechanical
sweepers or blower and or hand broom. Application: Prime coat shall be applied only
when the surface to be treated is dry, the atmospheric temperature is 16°C or above.
Prime coat shall not be applied when the weather is foggy or rainy or in a sand storm. The
prime coat shall be applied uniformly to the surface of the base using a pressure
distributor at a rate between 0.65 and 1.75 liters per square meter and at a temperature
between 50°C and 80°C for MC-70 and at a temperature between 65°C and 105°C for MC-
250. Curing: The prime coat shall be permitted to cure until the penetration into
underlying surface has been approved by Saudi Aramco Representative, but at no time
shall the curing period be less than 24 hours. 2. Tact Coat The tack coat shall be of RC-250
conforming to Saudi Aramco (Ras Tanura Refinery) Standard A-971 or RC-800, conforming
to Saudi Aramco Standard A-972.

Application: The tack coat shall be applied on paved surfaces and vertical surfaces, such a
concrete, which will be in contact with the asphalt paving, by means of bitumen
distributor at a maximum rate of 0.25 liters per square meter or

as directed by Saudi Aramco Representative. Tack coat shall not be placed during rainy
weather, nor when the moisture on the surface to be paved would prevent proper bond,
nor when the atmospheric temperature is less than 16°C, nor when the temperature of the
surface on which the material is to be placed is less than 16°C.

Hot Mix Asphalt Concrete Paving The mixture temperature shall have a temperature
between 139°C and 163°C when it leaves the plant. The hot mix asphalt concrete material
will not be accepted unless it is covered with tarpaulins until unloaded, and unless it has a
temperature of at least 139°C at the time of spreading and compaction. The compaction
requirements shall be equal to or greater than 96% of the Marshall density per ASTM
D1559, using material sampled at the road site. All compaction shall be completed before
the temperature of the mixture drops below 90°C. Tolerance in Thickness: Measurement
of any core shall not be deficient by more than 10 mm or fifteen (15) percent of the design
thickness whichever is less. Sand bedding/annulus materials shall be compacted to 70%
relative density. Backfill material above the bedding/annulus material shall meet the
requirements of SAES-A-114. Backfill materials shall be placed in lifts not exceeding 100
mm (4 in) in loose depth for hand-operated compaction. For larger compaction
equipment, backfill material placed in lifts not exceeding 200 mm (8 in) in loose depth may
be approved by the Saudi Aramco

SAES-Q-009 CONCRETE RETAINING WALLS

SAES-Q-010 CEMENT BASED, NON SHRINK GROUT FOR STRUCTURAL AND EQUIPMENT
GROUTING

Where true nonshrink characteristics are not mandatory, site mixed grout shall use clean
well graded sand that meets the requirements of 09-SAMSS-088, Type V Portland cement
(as defined by ASTM C150) and potable water. Minimum 28-day compressive strength
shall be 13.8 MPA (2,000 psi).

Total dissolved solid for mixing and curing water shall not exceed 500 ppm.
•

When the water/cement ratio is 0.4 or less, the grout shall be continuously water cured
for a minimum of seven days. Curing compounds shall be in accordance with ASTM C309

Minimum 28 days compressive strength shall be 34.5 MPA (5,000 psi).

Mixture temperature is 23 degress celcius

SAES Q-011- EPOXY GROUT FOR MACHINERY SUPPORT

The grout shall meet the physical requirements of Table A. Table A Physical Properties

Test Method

Limits

Compressive Strength

ASTM C579, Method B

96 Mpa (14,000 psi) @ 7 days Min.

Tensile Strength

ASTM C307

10.5 Mpa (1,500 psi) Min.

Flexural Modulus of Elasticity

ASTM C580

10.3 x 106 Kpa (1.5 x 106 psi) Min.

Compressive Modulus of Elasticity

ASTM C469

13.8 x 106 Kpa (2.0 x 106 psi) Min.

Creep

ASTM C1181

5.0 x 10-3 in/in (@400 psi and 140°F) Max.

Coefficient of Thermal Expansion

ASTM C531

45 x 10-6/°C (25 x 10-6/°F) Max.

Water Absorption

ASTM C413

0.14% Maximum

Working Time

50 minutes at 32°C (90°F) Min.

The components shall show no gelling when stored for the shelf life indicated on the data
sheets from the date of manufacture in unopened containers at temperatures of 32°C If
the grout pour is 100 mm or deeper, the grout manufacturer recommendations for
installing reinforcement rebars shall be followed. The corners of mounting plates shall be
rounded to at least a 50 mm radius where feasible to prevent crack-producing stress
raisers in the grout.

SAES-H-003 COATING REQUIREMENTS FOR CONCRETE SURFACES Definitions

Light Duty Surface:
Concrete subject to salt laden environments, occasional chemical spillage, moderate
industrial fumes or other mild attack. Heavy Duty Surface: Concrete subject to continuous
immersion, frequent spillage, heavy chemical fumes, severe abrasion and/or physical
abuse. Laitance: An accumulation of fine particles on the surface of fresh concrete due to
an upward movement of water. DFT: Dry film thickness.
Carbonation: Carbonation is the process of carbon dioxide reacting with calcium hydroxide
within the cement, neutralizing it to form calcium carbonate. Chloride ion attack: Occurs
from either (1) internal chlorides which have been introduced into the concrete mix.
Examples are calcium chloride used to accelerate the cure, the use of aggregate
contaminated with chlorides, or the use of raw water or sea water in the mix instead of
fresh water or (2) external chlorides which penetrate the concrete in the form of a
solution. As chloride ions reach the steel reinforcement, they break down the passive film
and cause the steel to become electrochemically active. Rust can form and spalling results.
RSA: Responsible Standardization Agency Representative - Coating Engineer designated by
the Manager of the Consulting Services Department. He is responsible for product
approvals and is the normal CSD contact for matters involving interpretation and
application of this specification. Approved Product: A coating material that has been
approved by the RSA as meeting the requirements of the applicable APCS or SAMSS. If no
applicable APCS or SAMSS exists, the product must be certified in writing by the RSA that
it is suitable for the intended service. Only approved products are allowed for use on Saudi
Aramco jobs.

Concrete Surface Preparation Requirements 5.1

Surface Requirements

5.1.1

Concrete Cure New concrete shall be allowed to cure for a minimum of 28 days prior to
coating. Shorter cure times shall only be allowed if the concrete passes either of the
moisture cure tests in paragraphs 5.1.2 or 5.1.3 below.

5.1.2 Concrete Moisture Content - ASTM D4263 "Standard Test Method for Indicating
Moisture in Concrete by the Plastic Sheet Method" Test one area every fifty square meters
(540 ft²) of surface. (For casts of less than 50 m², one test is required.) The test procedure
is as follows:

a)

Tape a 4 mil thick (0.1 mm), 18" x 18" (450 mm x 450 mm) of clear plastic sheet to the
surface to be coated. 2" wide (50 mm) duct tape is suggested. Care should be taken to
make sure it is taped on all sides to prevent air leaks.

b)

Sheet shall remain in place for a minimum of 16 hours.

c)
Remove and visually check the underside for moisture.

d)

If after 16 hours no moisture is observed on the underside of the sheet, the concrete is
ready for coating.

e)

If droplets of moisture are present, the concrete is not ready for coating and the test shall
be repeated after allowing more time to cure.

5.1.3

Concrete Moisture Content - Elcometer Method Another acceptable method of

measurement of moisture content can be made by the use of an Elcometer (conductivity
type). The procedure is as follows: a)

Drill two small holes approximately 6 mm in diameter, 25 mm in depth, and 150 mm apart
(these holes must be repaired after conducting the test in accordance with paragraph 5.4.2
of this standard).

b)

Insert the probes into the drilled holes and seal with a silicone putty.

c)

Wait approximately 24 hours to allow side-effects of the drilling to stabilize and

measurements can then be taken.

d)

Begin coating only if the moisture content is less than 4%.

5.2

Environmental Conditions During Surface Preparation

5.2.1

Relative humidity shall be less than 85%.

5.2.2

Surface shall be tested for dryness after rain, water blasting, or heavy overnight fog.

5.2.3 Wind conditions shall be such as to allow complete clean up of dust and dirt on areas
to be coated. 5.3

Texture and Cleanliness of Prepared (Blast Cleaned) Surfaces.

5.3.1

New Concrete - Light Duty Service a)

Scour the surface to remove any protrusions and sharp edges by using an abrasive brick
(carborundum), power grinding, or power brushing. Check for overall surface soundness
by scratching a screwdriver or pocket knife across the surface. If the metal object rides
over the surface without loosening any particles and leaves only a shiny mark, the surface
is sound. Otherwise, continue scouring.

b)

Surface contaminants such as laitance and form oils must be removed. Form oils, grease,
etc. can generally be removed by steam cleaning with a water emulsifiable detergent
added. Laitance can be removed by wire brushing. Hydrochloric acid is used for etching,
and it should be diluted 10/90 to 20/80 with water. Acid etching is applied at the rate of
1.0 liter/m². Let the acid react with the concrete surface for 5 to 10 minutes and then flush
with water while scrubbing. Allow the surface to dry completely before applying any
coating. Check the adequacy of the flushing by placing Litmus or pH paper on the wet
surface to ensure that it is fully neutralized.

c) The surface of the new concrete shall be roughened to the texture of medium grit
sandpaper by either a high pressure (3000 psi at the nozzle) water rinse injected with
abrasive or a light sweep blast. BeltranPage 15

1) 2)

Dry abrasive blasting -- Blast nozzle should be kept at a distance which will provide results
similar to a brush off blast Wet abrasive blasting -- This method of cleaning offers the
advantage of easy cleanup, no dusting, and generally a more uniform etching of the
surface.

5.9

Environmental Conditions During Coating Application

5.9.1

Relative humidity shall be less than 85%.

5.9.2

Surface temperature shall not be less than 10°C (50°F).

5.9.3

Surface temperature must be greater than 3°C (5°F) above the dew point.

5.9.4

Surface shall be tested for dryness after rain, water blasting or heavy overnight fog.

5.9.5 Wind conditions shall be such as to prevent dust and dirt accumulation on the
surface to be coated. 8.3

Coating and Lining Inspection

8.3.1 Surface temperature and humidity readings shall be recorded. Work shall not
proceed if the substrate temperature or relative humidity falls outside the limits required
by coating or lining manufacturer's data sheets. 8.3.2 The coating or lining shall be visually
inspected for defects and shall meet the requirements of the coating or lining
manufacturer's data sheets. 8.3.3

Wet film thickness shall be monitored by at least three wet film gage readings per 100 ft².

Item#

Questioners
For marl cap, what is the maximum size being receive?
A. 100 mm B. 200 mm C. 75 mm
Clear space on all sides of excavation shall be at least?
A. 0.9 m B. 0.7 m C. 0.6 m
Safety entry and exitnto excavation trenches shall be provided every?
A. 7.5 m B. 5 m C. 6 m
What is the minimum depth of trench or excavation when shoring should be installed?
A. 900 mm B. 1.20 m C. 1.0 m
How many static load for under footing for vibratory or heavy machinery pavement?
A. 320 Kpa B. 300 Kpa C. 310 Kpa
Fill materials shall be lifts not exceeding in loose depth?
A. 100 mm B. 200 mm C. 150 mm
Fill materials shall be lifts not exceeding in loose depth for hand operated compaction?
A. 50 mm B. 75 mmm C. 100 mmm
Fill or backfill placed beneath footing grade beam mats,building or process areas shall be
modified proctor density?
A. 70% B. 85% C. 90%

1234

5678

REFERENCE

ANS.

SATIP-A-114-2.1

SATIP-A-114-3.1

SATIP-A-114-3.1

SATIP-A-114-3.1

SATIP-A-114-3.4

SATIP-A-114-3.2
B

SATIP-A-114-3.2

SATIP-A-114-3.4

10

11

12 13 14

15

16

17

18 19

20

21

22

23

24

For cohesion free draining soil relative density as determined by ASTM D4253 and ASTM
4254 shall be achieved under footing grade beam mats,building or process area? A. 70% B.
85% C. 90% The depth of test hole shall be greater than____ deep? A. 200 mm B. 300 mm
C. 100 mm Coating materials used at a construction site must be covered with appropriate
canvass tarpulins or equivalent for a temporary storage period no to exceed? A. 14 days B.
15 days C. 16 days Atmospheric relative humidity shall be less than during surface
preparation for coating? A. 70% B. 85% C. 90% The final finished right of way shall be at
least_____ wide? A. 6 m B. 7m C. 5 m The pipe shall be embedded in a clean sand not less
than ___ above the top of the pipe? A. 100 mm B. 200 mm C. 300 mm The bottomof pipe
in trenches shall be __ above the highest recorded ground water level? A. 150 mm B. 200
mm C. 300 mm Clean sand or soil bedding materials shall not contain rock larger than __ in
diameters? A. 6 mm B. 12 mm C. 13 mm The minimum width of the bottom of the pipe
trenches shall be ___ plus the outside Ø? A. 300 mm B. 900 mm C. 600 mm The top of the
pipe shall be__ below the finished grade in sabkah areas? A. 50 mm B. 75 mm C. 100 mm
The final finished right of way shall be at least __ in sabkah areas? A. 5 m B. 6 m C. 7 m
Clean sand (shall not contain stones larger than 12 mm size) or soil pipe bedding materials
shall be __ thick minimum and shal cover all rock protusions? A. 100 mm B. 120 mm C. 130
mm Sand pad or sand bag at __ maximum spacing shall be at the bottom of the trench to
support the pipe 100 mm of the prepared bottom? A. 5 m B. 6 m C. 9 m LPG lines, gas
linesand oil well flow lines in trenches shall have a minimumcover of __ mm all others
shall have 600 mm? A. 600 mm B. 900 mm C. 800 mm The top of the pipe shall be __
below original grade in rippable rock or hard marl areas? A. 100 mm B. 200 mm C. 50 mm
Spot backfilling shall have full specified cover and shall cover all performed bend at
distance of __ to each side of the center of the bend? A. 5 m B. 6 m C. 9 m

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SATIP-A-114-3.4

SATIP-A-114-3.3

SATIP-H-003-01 2.1

SATIP-H-003-01 3.1

SATIP-L-450 3.1

SATIP-L-450 3.2

B
SATIP-L-450 3.2

SATIP-L-450 3.2

SATIP-L-450 3.2

SATIP-L-450 3.4

SATIP-L-450 3.1

SATIP-L-450 3.2

SATIP-L-450 3.2

SATIP-L-450 3.4

SATIP-L-450 3.2

SATIP-L-450 3.4

25

26
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28

29 30

31

32

33

34

35 36 37

38 39 40

41

Spot backfilling shall cover at least __ of the pipe lowered in the trench? A. 4.5 m B. 0.6 m
C. 7.5 m What is the minimum depth penetration of weathered oil to the retention of sand
cover? A. 12 mm B. 13 mmm C. 14 mm In active sand dune areas the backfill shall be
stabilized with marl of __ minimum depth? A. 150 mm B. 151 mm C. 152 mm Where the
line passed through a sand dune the width of leveled stabilized right of way shall be__ on
each side of the pipeline plus 1m for every 1m of dune height in both the cut and fill
areas? A. 1.0 m B. 3.0 m C. 5.0 m Concrete slump shall not exceed ? A. 75 mm B. 70 mm C.
90 mm Coarse aggregates shall be washed prior to concrete batching with water
containing less than __ ppm of total disolve solids? A. 500 ppm B. 1000 ppm C. 3000 ppm
What is the maximum allowable drop of concrete to avoid segregation? A. 1.0 m B. 2.0 m
C. 3.0 M Compaction by water jetting or flooding is only permitted if the fill materials is
cohesion less freely draining? A. Soil B. Marl C. Sand What is the minimum required time
for moisture test upon the concrete is ready for coating? A. 14 hours B. 15 hours C. 16
hours For pipeline what is the maximum allowable unsupportable length before
backfilling? A. 2.0 m B. 3.0 m C. 4.0 m What is the required time of concrete after
theintroduction of the mixing of water to the cement and aggregates? A. 90 min B. 80 min
C. 70 min What is the required asphalt temperature od site? A. 138 °𝐶 to 136 °𝐶 B. 139 °𝑪
𝒕𝒐 163 °𝑪 C. 139 °𝐶 to 162 °𝐶 Asphalt tolerance thickness measurement of any cores shall
not be deficient by more than 10 mm or __% of the dessign? A. 13% B. 14% C. 15% What is
minimum total disolved solids in water curing shall not exceed? A. 1000 ppm B. 2000 ppm
C. 3000 ppm What is the minimum or maintain temperature of concrete delivered? A. 32
°𝑪 B. 33°𝐶 C. 34 °𝐶 Select fill materials shall be used with in __ of bottom elevation of
foundation? A. 0.6 m B. 0.9 m C. 1.0 m What is the minimum standard thickness of grout
in the bottom of bearing plate? A. 20 mm B. 30 mm C. 25 mm
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SATIP-L-450 3.4

SATIP-L-450 3.4

SATIP-L-450 3.4

SATIP-L-450 3.4

SATIP-Q-001-02 3.4

SATIP-Q-001-02 2.1

SATIP-Q-001-02 3.4

SATIP-A-114 3.2

SATIP-H-003-01 3.1

SATIP-L-450 3.4

SATIP-Q-001-02 3.4
A

SATIP-Q-006-02 3.6 SATIP-Q-006-02 3.6 SATIP-Q-006-02 3.6

BC

SATIP-Q-001-02 3.4

SATIP-A-114 2.1

SATIP-Q-010-01 3.2

42 43 44 45

46

47 48

49

50 51 52

53

54

55

56

57 58 59 60

Sand cover shall be at least __ thick around and above the pipe? A. 100 mm B. 200 mm C.
300 mm The width of sand pad shall be__ in sabkah area and is required on only one side
of the pipeline? A. 1.0 m B. 2.0 m C. 3.0 m The side of the fill shall not be steeper than __
degrees? A. 35 dergees B. 45 degrees C. 90 degrees Clean sand bedding layer thickness of
__ shall be placed and compacted for trench? A. 100 mm B. 150 mm C. 200 mm What is
the minimum clear distance from anchor distance from anchor or sleeves to edge of
concrete shall be? A. 200 mm B. 150 mm C. 100 mm The minimum top level of concrete
foundation shall be__ above finshed grade? A. 150 mm B. 200 mm C. 300 mm Anchor bolts
shall be in compliance standard drawing? A. AA 036320 B. AA 036321 C. AA 036322
Slump&density test shall be made with a frequency of not one test for each__ of concrete
on each day of each class of concrete delivered?(ASTM C 94-04,Sec.16.4) A. 114 cu.m B.
115 cu.m C. 116 cu.m Backfill of trench one test for every __ (15 m) of each lift? A. 50
linear ft. B. 60 linear ft. C. 70 linear ft. Under all foundation one test every __ (90 sq.m) of
each lift? A. 1000 sq.ft B. 2000 sq.ft C. 3000 sq.ft Under area of paving, road base and sub
base one test every__ (180 sq.m) of each lift? A. 1000 sq.ft B. 2000 sq.ft C. 3000 sq.ft The
berm materials shall be in a manner to avoid disturbing the sand pad backfill shall no
contain material larger than __ size? A. 100 mm B. 150 mm C. 200 mm Berm width shall be
increased by__ for every 300 mm additional cover required at the vertical and horizontal
bend in the pipe line? A. 300 mm B. 600 mm C. 900 mm What is the minimum thickness of
__(6 mils) plastized sheet or polyethyline? A. 0.13 mm B. 0.14 mm C. 0.15 mm After raising
force air dry surface for at least __ prior to making concrete surface repair? A. 24 hours B.
12 hours C. 18 hours The surface subject to immersion condition shall have internal corner
rounded with a__ fillet using epoxy grout? A. 10 mm B. 20 mm C. 25 mm Select fill
materials shall have at least__ passing 50 mm sieve? A. 90% B. 95% C. 100 % Select fill
materials shall have passing #200 materials between__? A. 10% B. 15% C. 20% We had two
construction in one area and to assemble the construction which one armco?

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SATIP-L-450 3.4

SATIP-L-450 3.4

SATIP-L-450 3.4 SATIP-S-070-01 3.4 SATIP-Q-001-02 3.3

SATIP-Q-001-02 3.3 SATIP-Q-001-02 3.3 SATIP-Q-001-02 3.4 SATIP-A-114 3.3 SATIP-A-114

3.3

AB

AC
B

AA

SATIP-A-114 3.3

SATIP-L-450 3.4

SATIP-L-450 3.4

SATIP-Q-001-02 3.5

SATIP-H-003-01 3.1

SATIP-H-003-01 3.1

SATIP-A-114 1.1 SATIP-A-114 1.1

CC

61 62 63 64

65

66 67 68 69

70

71 72 73 74 75 76 77 78 79 80

Ans. Epoxy coated rebars All concrete surface which in contact with the earth shall be
painted with two coats? Ans. Coal tar and Bitumen What are the 4 types of inspection
action points found in ITP? Ans. Hold, Witness, Survellance, Review Clean sand bedding
thickness shall be__? A. 150 mm B. 200 mm C. 300 mm Base support layers of crushed
stone base shall be compacted to at least __ % as per ASTM D698? A. 70% B. 90% C. 95%
Water curing shall contineous untill the compressive strenght has reached__% of the
specified strength but not less than 7 days after placement? A. 70% B. 80% C. 90% Begin
coating only if the moisture content reading less than__? A. 2% B. 3% C. 4% The minimum
cement content of structural concrete is _? The minimum cement content of structural
concrete is _? A. 350kg/cu.m B. 360kg/cu.m C. 370kg/cu.m The minimum cement content
of Non structural concrete is _? A. 250kg/cu.m B. 260kg/cu.m C. 270kg/cu.m Coated steel
reinforcing rebars shal have a minimum concrete cover of__for all concrete fence post and
struts? A. 20 mm B. 25 mm C.30 mm The slope from security fence to __ post the security
fence shall not exceed 0.3 m in 6.1? A. 10 m B. 20 m C. 30 m The clearance between
security lighting poles and the edge of the patrol road shall be__? A. 1.0 m B. 2.0 m C. 3.0
m The minimum cover on all faces and the ends of the struts shall be__? A. 70 mm B. 75
mm C. 80 mm Intermediate posts shall be spaced at a regular intervals not exceeding __?
A. 1.0 m B. 2.0 m C. 3.0 m The minimum dimensions of gate shall be __ wide by 500 mm
high? A. 200 mm B. 300 mm C. 400 mm All post shall be set in concrete to a depth of __?
A. 0.76 m B. 0.80 m C. 0.85 m The inside road shall be a minimum of__ from the security
fence? A. 10 m B. 11 m C. 12 m The security fence shall be a minimum of __ from the
nearest vital equipment? A. 40 m B. 50 m C. 60 m The outer road can be any where with
the __ clear zone? A. 14 m B. 15 m C. 16 m What is the required (APCS) above grade? Ans.
APCS-1B and APCS-1E For under ground what (APCS) that will apply?

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SATIP-S-070-01 3.3

SATIP-S-070-01 3.3

SATIP-Q-001-02 3.5

SATIP-Q-001-02 3.1

SATIP-Q-001-04 3.4
A

SATIP-Q-001-04 3.4

SATIP-O-101-04 3.1

SATIP-O-101-04 3.1

SATIP-O-101-04 3.1

SATIP-O-101-04 3.1

SATIP-O-101-04 3.1

SATIP-O-101-04 3.1 SATIP-O-101-04 3.1 SATIP-O-101-04 3.1

SATIP-O-101-04 3.1

SATIP-O-101-04 3.1

SATIP-H-101 SATIP-H-101

B
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89

90

91

92

93

Ans. APCS-3, APCS-10 What are the two types of coating that they are using above grade?
Ans. Epoxy coating and Epoxy Polyurethane For buried to earth what coating system that
will be applied? Ans. Coal tar epoxy coating/Bitumastic paint What is moisture content of
the materials being compacted? Ans. 3% plus or minus In construction joints on paving
what is the max. spacing center to center in both direction? Ans. 6.0 m Organizational
structures, procedures, processes and resources needed to implement quality
management All planned and systematic activities implemented within the quality system,
and the demonstrated as needed, to provide adequate confidence that an entity will fulfill
requirements for quality? An operational techniques and activities that are used to fulfill
requirements for quality? A documented procedure detailing the process necessary to
complete a specific work activity? The observation, verification and recording of specific
design,procurement,construction and inspection activities while in process to ensure that
the work is performed in accoradnce wit the applicable standard and application? An
isnpection point, defined in a approriate document, beyond which an activity must not
proceed with out the approval of a designated organization or authority? An inspection
point, defined in appropriate document, beyond which an activiy can be proceed after
notifying the designated organization or authority/ An inspection point, defined in
appropriate document, is the point at which work activity cannot proceed with out first
ensuring the review and approval of applicabledocuments or personnel qualifications by a
designated organization or authority? It is used to notify PID that an inspection point is
ready for PID inspection by the contractor’s QC personnel and normally verified by SAPMT
prior to PID inspection?

Sabic Standards Working Slump for Normal Concrete = 100 – 150 mm With superplasticizer
and Silca fumes = 150 – 200 mm

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SATIP-H-101 SATIP-H-101 SATIP-A -114 SATIP-Q-001 Quality System Quality Assurance

Quality Control Quality Control Procedure Monitoring

Mandatotory Hold Point Witness Point

Review point

RFI Form