The particular constraints and problem areas which characterize offshore hook-up and commissioning work are described below. The availability of beds offshore strictly limits the size of workforce which can be employed on hook-up work and, therefore, imposes a major constraint on the schedule. Hotel- ships can be used to supplement the number of permanent platform beds but will substantially increase the manpower cost.
In addition to bed limitations, manning levels are restricted by safety regulations and operating practice. The early commissioning of safety systems and equipment, such as the lifeboats, will be an important factor influencing the rate at which labour can be mobilized in the early stages.
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Abstract Hook-up and commissioning is a critical phase in the successful development of an phase in the successful development of an offshore oil production problems of carrying out major works at a remote offshore location make good planning and control very difficult to achieve. Introduction The development of a typical offshore oil production platform has several distinct phases: Oil platforms are key fixed installations from which drilling and production activity is carried out.
Drilling rigs are either floating vessels for deeper water or jack-up designs which are a barge with liftable legs. Other key factors in offshore construction are the weather window which defines periods of relatively light weather during which continuous construction or other offshore activity can take place.
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