Substitutions or Exemptions

Part III of the Accord Acts
Pursuant to section 151 of the Atlantic Accord Implementation Acts, the Chief Safety Officer (CSO) and/or the Chief Conservation Officer (CCO) may, on application, permit the use of equipment, methods, measures or standards in lieu of any required by regulations, where those Officers are satisfied that the use of that other equipment and those other methods, measures or standards would provide a level of safety, protection of the environment and conservation equivalent to that provided by compliance with regulations. They may also grant an exemption from any regulatory requirement in respect of equipment, methods, measures or standards, where those Officers are satisfied with the level of safety, protection of the environment and conservation that will be achieved without compliance with that requirement. Pursuant to this section, the application must include information with respect to the consequences to safety, protection of the environment and conservation that might reasonably be anticipated if the permission is granted and be accompanied by technical information sufficient to enable the CSO and/or CCO to make a decision on the application. To document and process such requests from industry, along with requests to clarify the application of specific regulations in specific cases, the Board has developed a “regulatory query process” that is administered by the Operations Department.

Part III.1 of the Accord Acts – Occupational Health and Safety
Pursuant to sections 205.069 and 205.07 of the Atlantic Accord Implementation Acts, the CSO may, on application, permit the use at a workplace or on a passenger craft, for a specified time and subject to specified conditions, of specified equipment, methods, measures, standards or other things, in lieu of any required by regulations made under this Part, if the CSO is satisfied that protection of the health and safety of employees at the workplace or on the passenger craft would not be diminished and the granting of the permission is not otherwise prohibited by regulation. Pursuant to these sections, the application must be in a form acceptable to the CSO, include information with respect to the consequences to health and safety that might reasonably be anticipated if the permission is granted and be accompanied by technical information sufficient to enable the CSO to make a decision on the application. With regards to a passenger craft, the application must also be accompanied by documentation issued by the Minister of Transport indicating that if the permission is granted, it would not contravene any Act or law that applies to the operation of a passenger craft. Applicants should note that while substitutions may be granted, the CSO does not have the authority to grant exemptions from regulations promulgated under this part of the Atlantic Accord Implementation Acts. Any application to the CSO under this part of the Atlantic Accord Implementation Acts will normally be made available to the public for a period of 30 days under the Public Submissions tab.

Regulatory Query Process
If an Operator or installation owner requires clarification on, equivalency for, or exemption from, a regulatory requirement, the applicant must submit a Regulatory Query Form outlining its proposal. For regulations related to the Certificate of Fitness, the proposal must be submitted to the Certifying Authority for their concurrence with the proposal. In addition, for Canadian flagged installations, where a similar requirement is in the Canada Shipping Act and associated regulations, the proposal must also be submitted to Transport Canada Marine Safety for review. The C-NLOPB may also seek advice from Transport Canada Marine Safety on proposals related to marine matters on foreign flagged marine installations or structures.

Following Certifying Authority and/or Transport Canada concurrence with the proposal where required, C-NLOPB staff will review the proposal. If C-NLOPB staff are satisfied that the applicant’s proposal provides for an equivalent level of safety, they will make a recommendation to the CSO and/or the CCO regarding the approval of the proposal.

Decisions are effective from the date of issuance until the earlier of:
a) the date a Regulation referenced is repealed or the date a particular subsection that is the object of a substitution or exemption being granted is amended or replaced, or

b) the date on which the CSO and /or CCO (as applicable) revokes a Decision as a result of i) any enforcement action by the Board related to the Decision or ii) new information or analysis coming to light challenging the assessment upon which the Decision was based, including but not limited to any changes to commitments made by the Applicant in its application.

 

All applications received in relation to Part III.1 of the Accord Act – Occupational Health and Safety and regulations under that Part are listed below. There is no obligation to publically post regulatory query applications received in relation to any of the other regulations.

The public is invited to provide comments in relation to an application by submitting them to information@cnlopb.ca. Please include the reference number in all submissions. Any submissions received will be forwarded to the applicant without the name and contact information of the submitter. The applicant will be requested to provide a written response to the CSO. The submissions and applicant’s response will form part of the CSO’s deliberations of the application.

Part III.I Regulatory Substitutions or Exemptions Applications currently under Public Review
As per Part III.1 of the Accord Acts – Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S), any application to the Chief Safety Officer (CSO) for a substitution or exemption in lieu of any required OH&S regulation is normally available to the public for a period of 30 days, unless a shorter timeframe is acknowledged by the Workplace Committee and CSO.As we continue to respond to the current global concern of COVID-19, we have determined that it may be appropriate to shorten the public review period, in consultation with offshore operator workplace committees, for particular submissions.

Reference NumberInstallationApplicantApplicationDate PostedDeadline for Public Submission
DSV-Deep ExplorerTechnipFMCFall Protection EquipmentMarch 11, 2024April 10, 2024
DSV-Deep Explorer/LDC SeahunterTechnipFMCDiver Supervisor Requirement on LDCMarch 11, 2024April 10, 2024

 

Substitutions or Exemptions 2024

All reports pertaining to 2024 are listed below.

Notice from the Chief Safety Officer, effective January 1, 2021:

Governments are further extending the expiry date of the transitional regulations that came into force on December 31, 2014 associated with Part III.1 of the Canada – Newfoundland and Labrador Atlantic Accord Implementation Act (AAIA). Accordingly, the Chief Safety Officer advises that the Decision Report for any applicable Regulatory Query that was previously approved and remained in effect on December 31, 2020 is changed to read as follows:

“This exemption or substitution will remain effective until the Canada–Newfoundland and Labrador Marine Installations and Structures Occupational Health and Safety Transitional Regulations are repealed or any representations made in the application for exemption or substitution have changed, whichever is earlier.”

Operators have been advised that it is not necessary to resubmit a new application for any of those Regulatory Queries and that related correspondence has been placed on the associated files.


Hebron Platform

ApplicantApplicationDate of Decision
ExxonMobil Canada PropertiesShale Shaker Cabling

West White Rose Platform

ApplicantApplicationDate of Decision
Cenovus EnergyUse of Phenolic Grating
Cenovus EnergyUse of FRP Grating on Equipment Skids

MV-Stena DrillMAX

ApplicantApplicationDate of Decision
Stena Drilling Ltd.Quality Assurance
Stena Drilling LtdSecondary Structures
Stena Drilling Ltd.Hazardous Area
Stena Drilling Ltd.Helicopter Deck

Hibernia Platform

ApplicantApplicationDate of Decision
Hibernia Management and Development Company Inc.Structural Design Codes for Topside ALE Fatigue Analysis

Substitutions or Exemptions 2023

All reports pertaining to 2023 are listed below.

Notice from the Chief Safety Officer, effective January 1, 2021:

Governments are further extending the expiry date of the transitional regulations that came into force on December 31, 2014 associated with Part III.1 of the Canada – Newfoundland and Labrador Atlantic Accord Implementation Act (AAIA). Accordingly, the Chief Safety Officer advises that the Decision Report for any applicable Regulatory Query that was previously approved and remained in effect on December 31, 2020 is changed to read as follows:

“This exemption or substitution will remain effective until the Canada–Newfoundland and Labrador Marine Installations and Structures Occupational Health and Safety Transitional Regulations are repealed or any representations made in the application for exemption or substitution have changed, whichever is earlier.”

Operators have been advised that it is not necessary to resubmit a new application for any of those Regulatory Queries and that related correspondence has been placed on the associated files.


M/V Stena IceMAX

ApplicantApplicationDate of Decision
Stena Drilling Ltd.Electrical Equipment in Hazardous Area
Stena Drilling Ltd.Hot Work

SeaRose FPSO

ApplicantApplicationDate of Decision
Cenovus EnergyDeadweight Surveys
Cenovus EnergyHot Work in Turret Buoy and QCDC
Cenovus EnergyIncreased POB Post Shutdown and Prior to Start Up

Terra Nova FPSO

ApplicantApplicationDate of Decision
Suncor Energy Inc.SCSSV and USV Shutdown on Separate ESD Levels
Suncor Energy Inc.QCDC Rooms ESV(s) Removal during Reconnect Operations
Suncor Energy Inc.Increase of POB to 160 for Voyage

Hebron Platform

ApplicantApplicationDate of Decision
ExxonMobil Canada PropertiesHebron Knuckle Boom Crane – Drag Chain Cables
ExxonMobil Canada PropertiesLifeboat Capacity
ExxonMobil Canada PropertiesIsolation Tags
ExxonMobil Canada PropertiesFlare Boom Inspection Program
ExxonMobil Canada PropertiesHebron SCE Electrical Maintenance

Hercules

ApplicantApplicationDate of Decision
Odfjell DrillingHot Work
Odfjell DrillingMooring
Odfjell DrillingPortable Fire Extinguisher

Hibernia Platform

ApplicantApplicationDate of Decision
Hibernia Management Development CompanyPiping Isolation for M30 Seal Pot Pit
Hibernia Management Development CompanyIsolation Tags
Hibernia Management Development CompanyCSE – Intermodular Zones

Substitutions or Exemptions 2022

All reports pertaining to 2022 are listed below.

Notice from the Chief Safety Officer, effective January 1, 2021:

Governments are further extending the expiry date of the transitional regulations that came into force on December 31, 2014 associated with Part III.1 of the Canada – Newfoundland and Labrador Atlantic Accord Implementation Act (AAIA). Accordingly, the Chief Safety Officer advises that the Decision Report for any applicable Regulatory Query that was previously approved and remained in effect on December 31, 2020 is changed to read as follows:

“This exemption or substitution will remain effective until the Canada–Newfoundland and Labrador Marine Installations and Structures Occupational Health and Safety Transitional Regulations are repealed or any representations made in the application for exemption or substitution have changed, whichever is earlier.”

Operators have been advised that it is not necessary to resubmit a new application for any of those Regulatory Queries and that related correspondence has been placed on the associated files.

GBS-Hibernia Platform

ApplicantApplicationDate of Decision
Hibernia Management Development CompanyFoghorn Operations
Hibernia Management Development CompanyPortable Fire Extinguisher Spares
Hibernia Management Development CompanyHot Work Within Hibernia M33 Modules
Hibernia Management Development CompanyFlare Boom Ladder Underside Angle
Hibernia Management Development CompanyTurnaround Lifeboat Arrangement
Hibernia Management Development CompanyPiping Isolation for nHODT tank F-5101

 

GBS-Hebron Platform

ApplicantApplicationDate of Decision
ExxonMobil Canada PropertiesHebron Foghorn Operations
ExxonMobil Canada PropertiesPressure Vessel Risk Based Inspection Program
ExxonMobil Canada PropertiesFlare Boom Ladder Underside Angle
ExxonMobil Canada PropertiesAlarm Tones
ExxonMobil Canada PropertiesPiping Isolation in Void Spaces
ExxonMobil Canada PropertiesDeferral of Comprehensive Inspection Scope

MODU- West Hercules

ApplicantApplicationDate of Decision
Seadrill NewfoundlandThruster Maintenance
Seadrill NewfoundlandCranes
Seadrill NewfoundlandWater Deluge-Monitor System
Seadrill NewfoundlandSprinkler System in Accommodation Area
Seadrill NewfoundlandHelicopter Deck
Seadrill NewfoundlandHot Work Operations
Seadrill Canada Ltd.Emergency Electrical Power
Seadrill Canada Ltd.Electrical and Hazardous Area

DSV- Seven Falcon

ApplicantApplicationDate of Decision
Subsea 7 Canada Inc.Fall Protection Systems
Subsea 7 Canada Inc.Loose Lifting Gear
Subsea 7 Canada Inc.Elevating Devices
Subsea 7 Canada Inc.Fixed Ladders
Subsea 7 Canada Inc.Fire Extinguishers

SeaRose FPSO

ApplicantApplicationDate of Decision
CenovusSide Longitudinal Repairs At Fatigue Sensitive Locations
CenovusClosure of SCSSV Following Christmas Tree Safety Valve
CenovusPropulsion System Comprehensive Inspection

Stena Forth

ApplicantApplicationDate of Decision
Stena DrillingElectrical Equipment

Terra Nova FPSO

ApplicantApplicationDate of Decision
Suncor Energy Inc.Fixed Ladders-Support Intervals
Suncor Energy Inc.Voyage Lifeboat Arrangement
Suncor Energy Inc.Insolation for Tank Entry
Suncor Energy Inc.Breaking Integrity Inside QCDC Room Above Emergency Safety Valve’s (ESV) and J-Plates

West White Rose Platform

ApplicantApplicationDate of Decision
Cenovus EnergyAlternate Electrical Codes Certification

Substitutions or Exemptions 2021

All reports pertaining to 2021 are listed below.

Notice from the Chief Safety Officer, effective January 1, 2021:

Governments are further extending the expiry date of the transitional regulations that came into force on December 31, 2014 associated with Part III.1 of the Canada – Newfoundland and Labrador Atlantic Accord Implementation Act (AAIA). Accordingly, the Chief Safety Officer advises that the Decision Report for any applicable Regulatory Query that was previously approved and remained in effect on December 31, 2020 is changed to read as follows:

“This exemption or substitution will remain effective until the Canada–Newfoundland and Labrador Marine Installations and Structures Occupational Health and Safety Transitional Regulations are repealed or any representations made in the application for exemption or substitution have changed, whichever is earlier.”

Operators have been advised that it is not necessary to resubmit a new application for any of those Regulatory Queries and that related correspondence has been placed on the associated files.

SeaRose FPSO

ApplicantApplicationDate of Decision
Husky EnergyUse of Lifelines in Confined Spaces
Husky EnergyMain Power Generator (MPG) A Exciter Repairs Hot Work
Husky EnergyCompletion of Hot Work to Repair Weld Defects Between 2 Center Void Starboard and 3 Starboard Cargo Oil Tank (COT) During Operations

 

GBS-Hebron Platform

ApplicantApplicationDate of Decision
ExxonMobil Canada Ltd.Swellable Packer
ExxonMobil Canada Ltd.L-93 28 – 340mm – Well Specific – Cementing Program
ExxonMobil Canada Ltd.L-93 27 – 340mm – Well Specific – Cementing Program
ExxonMobil Canada Ltd.Diesel Engine Maintenance Strategy In Lieu of 5 Year Comprehensive Inspection
ExxonMobil Canada Ltd.L-93 31 – 340mm – Well Specific – Cementing Program

 

MV Stena Forth

ApplicantApplicationDate of Decision
Stena DrillingQuality Assurance
Stena DrillingSecondary Structure and Fittings
Stena DrillingInstallation Maintenance and Operation of Internal Combustion Engines
Stena DrillingRescue Baskets
Stena DrillingEmergency Source of Electrical Power Location
Stena DrillingEscape Route
Stena DrillingGeneral Electric Standards
Stena DrillingNavigation Equipment
Stena DrillingDiesel Engine Equipped with Manual Shut off Device
Stena DrillingConstruction and Installation of Platforms
Stena DrillingDesign of Installations and Platforms
Stena DrillingFire Detection System
Stena DrillingEmergency Electrical Power
Stena DrillingFire Hydrants and Hoses
Stena DrillingPiping Systems
Stena DrillingFire Pump Alarms
Stena DrillingAirlocks in Accommodation
Stena DrillingComprehensive Inspection Thrusters
Stena DrillingStability – Angle of Heel
Stena DrillingDeadlights and Side Scuttles
Stena DrillingOffshore Cranes
Stena DrillingSelf-Closing Gastight Doors
Stena DrillingHazardous Area Classification
Stena DrillingDesign and Fatigue Analysis
Stena DrillingSteel Structures Standards
Stena DrillingCorrosion Protection
Stena DrillingAccommodation Sprinkler System
Stena DrillingCO2 Fixed Fie Extinguishing System
Stena DrillingLifeboat Arrangement
Stena DrillingSelf-Closing Gastight Doors between Class 1 Div. 1 Spaces
Stena DrillingFixed Water Spray System
Stena DrillingFixed Fire Extinguishing System Visual and Audible Alarms
Stena DrillingAlarm Panels and Signals
Stena DrillingNon-Combustible Material Piping
Stena DrillingPassive Fire Protection
Stena DrillingHelicopter Deck
Stena DrillingComprehensive Inspections – Main Engines
Stena DrillingDeluge Systems
Stena DrillingPressure Water and Foam Fire Extinguishing System
Stena DrillingHot Work

West White Rose Platform

ApplicantApplicationDate of Decision
Husky EnergySCSSV and ASV Shutdown Logic

 

Substitutions or Exemptions 2020

All reports pertaining to 2020 are listed below.

Notice from the Chief Safety Officer, effective January 1, 2021:

Governments are further extending the expiry date of the transitional regulations that came into force on December 31, 2014 associated with Part III.1 of the Canada – Newfoundland and Labrador Atlantic Accord Implementation Act (AAIA). Accordingly, the Chief Safety Officer advises that the Decision Report for any applicable Regulatory Query that was previously approved and remained in effect on December 31, 2020 is changed to read as follows:

“This exemption or substitution will remain effective until the Canada–Newfoundland and Labrador Marine Installations and Structures Occupational Health and Safety Transitional Regulations are repealed or any representations made in the application for exemption or substitution have changed, whichever is earlier.”

Operators have been advised that it is not necessary to resubmit a new application for any of those Regulatory Queries and that related correspondence has been placed on the associated files.

CGS-West White Rose Platform

ApplicantApplicationDate of Decision
Husky EnergyCellar Deck Fire Rating Adjacent to CGS
Husky EnergyFire Rating of the East Barrier Wall
Husky EnergyPedestal Crane Electrical Design and Fabrication

 

DSV-Deep Explorer

ApplicantApplicationDate of Decision
Technip FMCFall Protection Equipment
Technip FMCElevating Devices
Technip FMCQuality Assurance
Technip FMCCranes
Technip FMCNavigational Equipment
Technip FMCSprinkler System in the Accommodations Area
Technip FMCMechanical Equipment
Technip FMCAutomatic Fire Detection Systems
Technip FMCGuardrails
Technip FMCLifesaving Equipment
Technip FMCDesign Codes and Standards
Technip FMCMechanical Equipment Fire Hydrant Systems
Technip FMCPiping Systems Design Codes and Standards
Technip FMCGeneral Electrical Standards
Technip FMCVentilation of Hazardous Areas
Technip FMCAlarms Panels and Signals
Technip FMCEscape Routes
Technip FMCHelideck
Technip FMCFirefighting Equipment
Technip FMCFire Extinguishing Systems in Machinery and Flammable Liquid Storage Spaces
Technip FMCFire Extinguishers
Technip FMCBilge and Ballast Systems
Technip FMCStability and Water Tight Integrity
Technip FMCEmergency Electrical Power
Technip FMCDiving Bells
Technip FMCDiving Operations Logbooks

 

GBS-Hibernia Platform

ApplicantApplicationDate of Decision
Hibernia Management Development CompanyCertification of Crane Electrical Equipment
Hibernia Management and Development Company5-year Comprehensive Inspection One Time Deferral – Flare Boom Inspection

 

FPSO-SeaRose FPSO

ApplicantApplicationDate of Decision

 

Hebron

ApplicantApplicationDate of Decision
ExxonMobil CanadaHebron Deluge Integrity Testing

MV-Maersk Clipper

ApplicantApplicationDate of Decision
Maersk Supply Service Canada LtdOffshore Cranes

 

MV-Maersk Cutter

ApplicantApplicationDate of Decision
Maersk Supply Service Canada LtdOffshore Cranes

 

MV-Stena IceMAX

ApplicantApplicationDate of Decision
Stena Drilling LimitedFire Pump Alarms
Stena Drilling LimitedHelideck
Stena Drilling LimitedPortable Fire Extinguishers
Stena Drilling LimitedRescue Basket
Stena Drilling LimitedNavigation Lights
Stena Drilling LimitedAccommodation Sprinkler System
Stena Drilling LimitedMechanical Equipment
Stena Drilling LimitedEngine Exhaust Temperature Shutdown
Stena Drilling LimitedEmergency Escape Routes
Stena Drilling LimitedQuality Assurance Program
Stena Drilling LimitedClassification of Hazardous Areas
Stena DrillingLocation of Emergency Power Sources
Stena DrillingStructural Steel
Stena DrillingShakerhouse Airlock
Stena DrillingHazardous Areas
Stena Drilling Ltd.CSA Design and Environmental Loads
Stena Drilling Ltd.Thruster Comprehensive Inspection
Stena Drilling Ltd.Design and Fatigue Analyses
Stena Drilling LimitedDesign Loads
Stena Drilling LimitedElectrical Equipment
Stena Drilling LimitedStructural Corrosion Protection
Stena Drilling LimitedFabrication and Construction Standards
Stena Drilling LimitedOffshore Cranes
Stena Drilling LimitedDeadlight Covers
Stena Drilling LimitedEngine Inspections
Stena Drilling LimitedPiping Design and Installation
Stena Drilling LimitedNon-Combustible Piping
Stena Drilling LimitedWater Deluge System
Stena Drilling inc.Electrical Equipment in Hazardous Areas
Stena Drilling inc.Fire Detection System
Stena DrillingF&G System Activation and NFPA
Stena DrillingFire Hoses
Stena Drilling Ltd.Fixed CO2 Fire Extinguishing System
Stena Drilling Ltd.Fixed Water Spray Fire Extinguishing System
Stena Drilling Ltd.Fixed Fire Fighting Discharge Alarms
Stena Drilling Ltd.Emergency Electrical Power
Stena Drilling Ltd.Accommodation Bulkheads
Stena DrillingFixed Foam Fire Extinguishing System

 

Ocean Great White

ApplicantApplicationDate of Decision
Diamond Offshore Drilling Inc.Hazardous Area Classification
Diamond Offshore Drilling Inc.Secondary Structures and Fittings
Diamond Offshore Drilling Inc.Quality Assurance Program
Diamond Offshore Drilling Inc.Air Gap for Installation
Diamond Offshore Drilling Ltd.Environmental Criteria & Loads on an Installation
Diamond Offshore DrillingNavigation Lights and Masthead Light Arrangement
Diamond Offshore DrillingFloating Platform – Side Scuttles and Windows
Diamond Offshore Drilling Inc.Structural Elements – Corrosion Protection
Diamond Offshore DrillingInstallation Design Requirements
Diamond Offshore Drilling Inc.Arrangement of Materials and Equipment
Diamond Offshore Drilling Inc.Mooring Line – Load Factors for Tension
Diamond Offshore Drilling Inc.Emergency Source of Electrical Power
Diamond Offshore Drilling Inc.Electrical Equipment Design – Installation – Maintenance and Testing Requirements
Diamond Offshore DrillingFixed Fire Extinguishing System – High Expansion Foam
Diamond Offshore DrillingWater Deluge System-Automatic Operation
Diamond Offshore DrillingUnprotected Flame or Source of Ignition
Diamond Offshore DrillingFire and Gas Detection Systems
Diamond Offshore DrillingFire Hose Lengths – Fire Hoses – Nozzles and Couplings
Diamond Offshore DrillingHelicopter Deck and Helicopter Facilities
Diamond Offshore DrillingSprinkler System in Accommodation Areas
Diamond Offshore DrillingPortable Fire Extinguishers and Spare Charges
Diamond Offshore DrillingCombustion Engines
Diamond Offshore DrillingFuel Oil System – Shut Offs
Diamond Offshore DrillingRescue Basket
Diamond Offshore Drilling Ltd.Fire Rating Requirements – Accommodation Areas

 

Transocean Barents

ApplicantApplicationDate of Decision
Transocean Offshore (Canada) Services Ltd.Deadweight Survey
Transocean Offshore (Canada) Services LtdNavigation Equipment

 

Substitutions or Exemptions 2019

All reports pertaining to 2019 are listed below.

Hebron

ApplicantApplicationDate of Decision
ExxonMobil Canada Ltd., as managing partner of ExxonMobil Canada PropertiesDomestic Potable Water System Piping

 

Hibernia

ApplicantApplicationDate of Decision
Hibernia Management and Development CompanyHot Work/Non-Flame Hot Work During Underdeck Scope

 

MODU–Henry Goodrich

ApplicantApplicationDate of Decision
Transocean Offshore Canada Services Inc.Escape Routes
Transocean Offshore Canada Services Inc.Helicopter Deck

 

MODU-West Aquarius

ApplicantApplicationDate of Decision
Seadrill Canada Ltd.Hotwork

 

MV-Fugro Synergy

ApplicantApplicationDate of Decision
Fugro CanadaFood Safety
Fugro CanadaFall Protection Systems
Fugro CanadaMaterial Handling
Fugro CanadaMaterial Handling

 

MV-Horizon Star

ApplicantApplicationDate of Decision
Horizon MaritimeFood Safety
Horizon MaritimeMaterial Handling

Ocean Great White

ApplicantApplicationDate of Decision
Diamond Offshore Drilling LimitedMobile Platform – Stability

 

SeaRose FPSO

ApplicantApplicationDate of Decision
Husky EnergyCompletion of Hot Work to Repair Starboard Slops Tank and M07 Supports
Husky EnergyHelideck Fire Monitor Height

 

Terra Nova FPSO

ApplicantApplicationDate of Decision
Suncor EnergyLimited Use of Combustible Materials in Public Spaces
Suncor EnergyHot Work During Port MPG Hot Gas Path Inspection
Suncor EnergyMPG Hot Gas Path and Major Inspections – Manufacturer’s Maintenance Schedule

 

West White Rose Project

ApplicantApplicationDate of Decision
Husky EnergyWater Mist Suppression Systems
Husky EnergyUse of Plastic Safety Gates
Husky EnergyMud Tank Fire Protection
Husky EnergyLifeboat Arrangements
Husky EnergyAnalytical Approach to Passive Fire Protection (PFP)
Husky EnergySprinkler Protection of Flammable Storage Locker
Husky EnergyAviation Fuel Skid Electrical
Husky EnergyVHF Hand Portable Radios Electrical Certification
Husky EnergyHP Mud Pump Main Motors Certification
Husky EnergyCold lmpact-Bend Testing Flare Ignition Cable

 

Substitutions or Exemptions 2018

All reports pertaining to 2018 are listed below.

Hebron

ApplicantApplicationDate of Decision
ExxonMobil Canada PropertiesSurface-Controlled Sub-Surface Safety Valve (SCSSV) Shutdown
ExxonMobil Canada PropertiesDiverter Retirement
ExxonMobil Canada Ltd., as managing partner of ExxonMobil Canada PropertiesHebron Contingent Hot Work During Production Operations – Southwest Pedestal Crane Heel Pin Removal
ExxonMobil Canada Ltd., as managing partner of ExxonMobil Canada PropertiesHebron Hot Work During Production Operations

Henry Goodrich

ApplicantApplicationDate of Decision
Husky EnergyFire Extinguishers

Hibernia Management and Development Company

ApplicantApplicationDate of Decision
Hibernia Management Development CompanyHibernia Safety Critical Equipment – 5-year Comprehensive Inspection – Switchboard Maintenance

Maersk Supply Services (MSS)

ApplicantApplicationDate of Decision
Suncor EnergyDesign and Construction of Offshore Pedestal Cranes – Operation Maintenance and Inspection of Offshore Cranes

MV-Paul A.Sacuta

ApplicantApplicationDate of Decision
Atlantic Towing LtdImmersion Suits
Atlantic Towing LtdCranes

SeaRose FPSO

ApplicantApplicationDate of Decision
Husky EnergyComprehensive Inspection of Critical Production Equipment
Husky EnergySeaRose FPSO – Completion of Hot Work to Repair #6 Port Water Ballast Tank (WBT) During Operations – Rev. 1 – May 7, 2018

Terra Nova FPSO

ApplicantApplicationDate of Decision
Suncor EnergyMain Power Generator Starting Diesel Engine Shutdowns
Suncor EnergyReplacement of Deluge Klack Valves with Actuated Butterfly Valves
Suncor EnergyHot Work Repairs in 5 Starboard, 5 Port and 6 Starboard Wing Water Ballast Tanks
Suncor EnergyHot Work During Stbd MPG Hot Gas Path Inspection
Suncor EnergyThruster Survey 8 Yearly Interval

West White Rose Platform

ApplicantApplicationDate of Decision
Husky EnergyCertifying Authority as an Alternate Electrical Certification Organization
Husky EnergySpare Fire Extinguishers
Husky EnergyRemoval of Integrity Instrumentation and Monitoring System (IIMS)
Husky EnergyAlarm Tone Harmonization
Husky EnergyDefinition of Machinery Space for Passive Fire Protection (PFP) Requirements
Husky EnergyFog Horn
Husky EnergyHose Reels
Husky EnergyRescue Craft
Husky EnergySprinkler Water Supply

 

Substitutions or Exemptions 2017

All reports pertaining to 2017 are listed below.

Hebron

ApplicantApplicationDate of Decision
ExxonMobil Canada Ltd., as managing partner of ExxonMobil Canada PropertiesUse of Intrepid Industries Safety Gates on Hebron
ExxonMobil Canada Ltd., as managing partner of ExxonMobil Canada PropertiesUse of Temporary Wood Products and Non-Load Bearing FRP Grating
ExxonMobil Canada Ltd., as managing partner of ExxonMobil Canada PropertiesUse of IECEx and ATEX for Hazardous Area Rated Equipment
ExxonMobil Canada EastFibre Optic Cable Splice
ExxonMobil Canada Ltd.Clarification of Hot Work Regulations Pertaining to Welding
ExxonMobil CanadaUse of Firewater for Air Compressor Skid Cooling During Black Start
ExxonMobil Canada Ltd., as managing partner of ExxonMobil Canada PropertiesHot Works Prior to Entering Hydrocarbon Zone
ExxonMobil Canada Ltd., as managing partner of ExxonMobil Canada PropertiesLloyds Register Nomination as AIA for Pressure Vessels
ExxonMobil Canada PropertiesCoiled Tubing Unit Operations

Henry Goodrich

ApplicantApplicationDate of Decision
Husky EnergyAmendment to Completion of Hot Work

Hibernia Management and Development Company

ApplicantApplicationDate of Decision
Hibernia Management and Development CompanyUse of Combilift in Hazardous Rated Areas
Hibernia Management and Development CompanySafety Critical Equipment 5-Year Comprehensive Inspection – IOP-MPO In-Line Inspections
Hibernia Management and Development CompanyUse of IECEx and ATEX for Hazardous Area Rated Equipment

MODU Transocean Barents

ApplicantApplicationDate of Decision
Transocean Offshore (Canada) Services Ltd.Mooring Analysis
Transocean Offshore (Canada) Services Ltd.Ventilation of Hazardous Areas
Transocean Offshore (Canada) Services Ltd.Thrusters
Transocean Offshore (Canada) Services Ltd.Automatic Fire Detection Systems
Transocean Offshore (Canada) Services Ltd.Fire Extinguishers
Transocean Offshore (Canada) Services Ltd.Six Person Rescue Craft
Transocean Offshore (Canada) Services Ltd.Escape Routes
Transocean Canada Drilling Services Ltd.General Requirements for Fire Pump and Water Mains
Transocean Canada Drilling Services Ltd.Emergency Shutdown System
Transocean Offshore (Canada) Services Ltd.Emergency Power
Transocean Offshore (Canada) Services Ltd.Installation Stability Calculations
Transocean Canada Drilling Services Ltd.General Design, Construction and Installation Standards – Environmental Criteria and Loads
Transocean Canada Drilling Services Ltd.Sprinkler System in Accommodations Area
Transocean Canada Drilling Services Ltd.Watertight Integrity of Floating Platforms
Transocean Canada Drilling Services Ltd.Fire Extinguishing Systems in Machinery and Flammable Liquid Storage Spaces
Transocean Offshore (Canada) Services Ltd.Life Saving Equipment for Installations
Transocean Offshore (Canada) Services Ltd.Fire Hoses and Nozzles
Transocean Offshore (Canada) Services Ltd.Helicopter Deck
Transocean Offshore (Canada) Services Ltd.Fire Extinguishing Systems
Transocean Canada Drilling Services Ltd.General Design, Construction, and Installation Standards
Transocean Canada Drilling Services Ltd.Lifesaving Equipment for Installations
Transocean Canada Drilling Services Ltd.Water Deluge and Water Monitor Systems in Areas with Petroleum
Transocean Offshore (Canada) Services Ltd.Quality Assurance
Transocean Canada Drilling Services Ltd.Navigation Equipment
Transocean Canada Drilling Services Ltd.General Electrical Standards
Transocean Canada Drilling Services Ltd.Mechanical Equipment
Transocean Canada Drilling Services Ltd.Passive Fire and Blast Protection
Transocean Canada Drilling Services Ltd.General Requirements for Fire Pump Systems and Water Main
Transocean Canada Drilling Services Ltd.Mechanical Equipment – Shut-off Devices
Transocean Canada Drilling Services Ltd.Classification of Hazardous Areas
Transocean Canada Drilling Serivcess Ltd.Piping System Design
Transocean Offshore (Canada) Services Ltd.Hotwork

SeaRose FPSO

ApplicantApplicationDate of Decision
Husky EnergyCompletion of Hot Work to Repair Porous Weld Between 2 Center Void and 2 Starboard Cargo Oil Tank During Operations
Husky EnergyUse of ATEX and IEC Approved Electrical Equipment

MV Seven Falcon

ApplicantApplicationDate of Decision
Subsea 7 Canada IncOffshore Cranes

Terra Nova FPSO

ApplicantApplicationDate of Decision
Suncor Energy Inc.Hot Work Repair to Turret Cofferdam During Operation
SuncorTemporary Arrangement of Manual Flare Ignition
Suncor Energy Inc.Hot Work to MPG AC Unit
Suncor Energy Inc.Hot Work to Steam Heater Coil GS-77311 A/B While in Production
Suncor Energy Inc.Hot Work to Install Spool for WH-55014 Near Port AFT Fan Room

West Aquarius

ApplicantApplicationDate of Decision
StatoilHot Work

Substitutions or Exemptions 2016

All reports pertaining to 2016 are listed below.

Hebron

ApplicantApplicationDate of Decision
ExxonMobil Canada Ltd.Clarification of Firefighting Equipment in Topsides Electrical Spaces
ExxonMobil Canada Ltd.Deviation from Cold Bend/Cold Impact Testing Requirements
ExxonMobil Canada Ltd.Alternatives to Cold Bend/Cold Impact Testing of Cables

Henry Goodrich

ApplicantApplicationDate of Decision
Transocean Canada Drilling Services Ltd.Fire Extinguishers
Transocean Canada Drilling Services Ltd.Six Person Rescue Basket
Transocean Canada Drilling Services Ltd.Classification of Hazardous Areas
Transocean Canada Drilling Services Ltd.Sprinkler System in Accommodation Areas
Transocean Canada Drilling Services Ltd.Escape Routess
Transocean Canada Drilling Services Ltd.Mooring Analysis
Transocean Canada Drilling Services Ltd.Passive Fire and Blast Protection
Transocean Canada Drilling Services Ltd.Access to Hazardous Areas
Transocean Canada Drilling Services Ltd.Alternative Design Standards to CSA Standards
Transocean Canada Drilling Services Ltd.Mechanical Equipment
Transocean Canada Drilling Services Ltd.Ventilation of Hazardous Areas

Hibernia Management and Development Company

ApplicantApplicationDate of Decision
Hibernia Management and Development CompanyHot Work During Rig Upgrade Period- PHM and Fingerboard Repairs
Hibernia Management and Development CompanyHot Work/Non-Flame Hot Work During Underdeck Scope
Hibernia Management and Development CompanyHot Work/Non-Flame Hot Work During Production

Husky Oil Operations

ApplicantApplicationDate of Decision
Husky Oil OperationsThermal Radiation Limit
Husky Oil OperationsHelideck Standard

SeaRose FPSO

ApplicantApplicationDate of Decision
Husky EnergyCompletion of Hot Work to Repair Produced Water Cofferdam Plating During Operations
Husky EnergyUse of Alternate Pressure Safety Valve (PSV) for Foam Tank Skids

Terra Nova FPSO

ApplicantApplicationDate of Decision
Suncor Energy Inc.Automatic Flare Ignition System
Suncor Energy Inc.Exemption from Full CO2 Discharge Test for MPG Fire Suppression System
Suncor Energy Inc.Main Power Generator (MPG) Continuous 5 Yearly Survey to Align with the Manufacturer Recommended Maintenance Schedule – Gas Turbine
Suncor Energy Inc.Hot Work Repair to Port Main Power Generator (MPG) AC Unit GA-80103B While in Production

West Aquarius

ApplicantApplicationDate of Decision
Seadrill Canada LimitedMooring Chains

West Hercules

ApplicantApplicationDate of Decision
Seadrill Canada LimitedEmergency Electrical Power and Emergency Shutdown System

Substitutions or Exemptions 2015

All reports pertaining to 2015 are listed below.

Hebron

ApplicantApplicationDate of Decision
ExxonMobil Canada Ltd.Proposal for Use of Mineral Insulated (MI) Metal Sheathed Cables on the Flare Boom for the Connection to the Frost Heaters and Thermocouples at the Flare Tip
ExxonMobil Canada Ltd.Hose Reel on UPM Cellar Deck

Hibernia

ApplicantApplicationDate of Decision
Hibernia Management and Development CompanyEmergency Shutdown System

SeaRose FPSO

ApplicantApplicationDate of Decision
Husky EnergyCompletion of Hot Work to Repair Produced Water Caisson During Operations

Terra Nova FPSO

ApplicantApplicationDate of Decision
Suncor Energy Inc.Completion of Hot Work to Repair Cargo Oil/ Ballast Tanks during Operations
Suncor Energy Inc.Thruster Maintenance

West Aquarius

ApplicantApplicationDate of Decision
Seadrill Canada LimitedDiesel Generator Maintenance – Operation of Diesel Generator
Seadrill Canada LimitedThruster Maintenance
Seadrill Canada LimitedMaximum Angle of Heel

West Hercules

ApplicantApplicationDate of Decision
Seadrill Canada LimitedUsage of Arctic Offshore Structures
Seadrill Canada LimitedFixed Fire Extinguishing Systems
Seadrill Canada LimitedThruster Maintenance

West Mira

ApplicantApplicationDate of Decision
Seadrill Canada LimitedCombustion Engines
Seadrill Canada LimitedDesign and Construction
Seadrill Canada LimitedFabrication and Construction
Seadrill Canada LimitedAccommodation Sprinkler System
Seadrill Canada LimitedDesign of Air Gap and Freeboard
Seadrill Canada LimitedHazardous Area Classification
Seadrill Canada LimitedDesign, Installation, and Maintenance: Electrical Systems and Wiring
Seadrill Canada LimitedNavigation Lighting and Sound Signal Systems
Seadrill Canada LimitedPeriodically Unmanned Machinery Space: Audible and Visual Alarms for Fire
Seadrill Canada Limited6 Man FROG, Billy-Pugh Transfer Basket, and MOB Boat
Seadrill Canada LimitedMaterial Equipment Arrangement
Husky EnergyQuality Assurance Standards


Substitutions or Exemptions 2014

All reports pertaining to 2014 are listed below.

Hebron

DateApplicant
ExxonMobil Canada Ltd.
ExxonMobil Canada Ltd.
ExxonMobil Canada Ltd.
ExxonMobil Canada Ltd.
ExxonMobil Canada Ltd.
ExxonMobil Canada Ltd.
ExxonMobil Canada Ltd.

Henry Goodrich

DateApplicant
Suncor Energy Inc.
Suncor Energy Inc.

Hibernia GBS

DateApplicant
HMDC

Husky Wellhead Platform

DateApplicant
Husky Oil Operations Ltd.
Husky Oil Operations Ltd.
Husky Oil Operations Ltd.
Husky Oil Operations Ltd.
Husky Oil Operations Ltd.
Husky Oil Operations Ltd.

SeaRose FPSO

DateApplicant
Husky Oil Operations Limited
Husky Oil Operations Ltd.
Husky Oil Operations Ltd.
Husky Oil Operations Ltd.

Seven Falcon

DateApplicant
Subsea 7 Canada Inc.

Skandi Constructor

DateApplicant
Helix Well Ops UK Ltd.
Helix Well Ops UK Ltd.
Helix Well Ops UK Ltd.
Helix Well Ops UK Ltd.
Helix Well Ops UK Ltd.
Helix Well Ops UK Ltd.
Helix Well Ops UK Ltd.
Helix Well Ops UK Ltd.
Helix Well Ops UK Ltd.
Helix Well Ops UK Ltd.
Helix Well Ops UK Ltd.
Helix Well Ops UK Ltd.
Helix Well Ops UK Ltd.
Helix Well Ops UK Ltd.
Helix Well Ops UK Ltd.
Helix Well Ops UK Ltd.
Helix Well Ops UK Ltd.
Helix Well Ops UK Ltd.
Helix Well Ops UK Ltd.
Helix Well Ops UK Ltd.
Helix Well Ops UK Ltd.
Helix Well Ops UK Ltd.

Terra Nova FPSO

DateApplicant
Suncor Energy Inc.
Suncor Energy Inc.
Suncor Energy Inc.
Suncor Energy Inc.
Suncor Energy Inc.
Suncor Energy Inc.
Suncor Energy Inc.
Suncor Energy Inc.
Suncor Energy Inc.
Suncor Energy Inc.
Suncor Energy Inc.
Suncor Energy Inc.

West Aquarius

DateApplicant
Seadrill Canada Limited

West Hercules

DateApplicant
Seadrill Canada Limited
Seadrill Canada Limited
Seadrill Canada Limited
Seadrill Canada Limited
Seadrill Canada Limited
Seadrill Canada Limited
Seadrill Canada Limited
Seadrill Canada Limited
Seadrill Canada Limited
Seadrill Canada Limited
Seadrill Canada Limited
Seadrill Canada Limited
Seadrill Canada Limited
Seadrill Canada Limited
Seadrill Canada Limited
Seadrill Canada Limited
Seadrill Canada Limited
Seadrill Canada Limited

West Mira

DateApplicant
Seadrill Canada Limited
Seadrill Canada Limited

Substitutions or Exemptions 2013

All reports pertaining to 2013 are listed below.

Hebron

DateApplicant
ExxonMobil Canada Ltd.
ExxonMobil Canada Ltd.
ExxonMobil Canada Ltd.
ExxonMobil Canada Ltd.
ExxonMobil Canada Ltd.
ExxonMobil Canada Ltd.
ExxonMobil Canada Ltd.
ExxonMobil Canada Ltd.
ExxonMobil Canada Ltd.
ExxonMobil Canada Ltd.
ExxonMobil Canada Ltd.
ExxonMobil Canada Ltd.
ExxonMobil Canada Ltd.
ExxonMobil Canada Ltd.

Hibernia GBS

DateApplicant

Husky Wellhead Platform

DateApplicant
Husky Oil Operations Ltd.
Husky Oil Operations Ltd.
Husky Oil Operations Ltd.
Husky Oil Operations Ltd.
Husky Oil Operations Ltd.

SeaRose FPSO

DateApplicant
Husky Oil Operations Ltd.
Husky Oil Operations Ltd.
Husky Oil Operations Ltd.
Husky Oil Operations Ltd.
Husky Oil Operations Ltd.
Husky Oil Operations Ltd.

Stena Carron

DateApplicant
Stena Drilling Limited
Stena Drilling Limited

Terra Nova FPSO

DateApplicant
Suncor Energy Inc.
Suncor Energy Inc.
Suncor Energy Inc.
Suncor Energy Inc.
Suncor Energy Inc.
Suncor Energy Inc.
Suncor Energy Inc.

West Aquarius

DateApplicant
Seadrill Canada Limited
Seadrill Canada Limited
Seadrill Canada Limited
Seadrill Canada Limited
Seadrill Canada Limited
Seadrill Canada Limited
Seadrill Canada Limited
Seadrill Canada Limited
Seadrill Canada Limited
Seadrill Canada Limited
Seadrill Canada Limited
Seadrill Canada Limited
Seadrill Canada Limited
Seadrill Canada Limited
Seadrill Canada Limited
Seadrill Canada Limited
Seadrill Canada Limited
Seadrill Canada Limited
Seadrill Canada Limited

Substitutions or Exemptions 2012

All reports pertaining to 2012 are listed below.

Hebron

DateApplicant
ExxonMobil Canada Ltd.
ExxonMobil Canada Ltd.
ExxonMobil Canada Ltd.
ExxonMobil Canada Ltd.
ExxonMobil Canada Ltd.
ExxonMobil Canada Ltd.
ExxonMobil Canada Ltd.
ExxonMobil Canada Ltd.
ExxonMobil Canada Ltd.

Hibernia GBS

DateApplicant
HMDC
HMDC
HMDC
HMDC

SeaRose FPSO

DateApplicant
Husky Oil Operations Ltd.
Husky Oil Operations Ltd.

Seven Havila

The C-NLOPB accepts that the Seven Havila diving vessel is designed, constructed and operated in accordance with international standards that meet or exceed Canadian Standards. For this reason, the C-NLOPB has issued the following equivalencies to Canadian Regulatory Requirements. The C-NLOPB is satisfied that the Applicant has demonstrated that the diving vessel and diving system provide an equivalent level of safety.

DateApplicant
Subsea 7 Canada Inc.
Subsea 7 Canada Inc.
Subsea 7 Canada Inc.
Subsea 7 Canada Inc.
Subsea 7 Canada Inc.
Subsea 7 Canada Inc.
Subsea 7 Canada Inc.
Subsea 7 Canada Inc.
Subsea 7 Canada Inc.
Subsea 7 Canada Inc.
Subsea 7 Canada Inc.
Subsea 7 Canada Inc.
Subsea 7 Canada Inc.
Subsea 7 Canada Inc.
Subsea 7 Canada Inc.
Subsea 7 Canada Inc.
Subsea 7 Canada Inc.
Subsea 7 Canada Inc.
Subsea 7 Canada Inc.

Terra Nova FPSO

DateApplicant
Suncor Energy Inc.
Suncor Energy Inc.
Suncor Energy Inc.
Suncor Energy Inc.
Suncor Energy Inc.
Suncor Energy Inc.
Suncor Energy Inc.
Suncor Energy Inc.

Substitutions or Exemptions 2011

All reports pertaining to 2011 are listed below.

Hebron

DateApplicant
ExxonMobil Canada Ltd.
ExxonMobil Canada Ltd.

Hibernia GBS

DateApplicant
HMDC
HMDC
HMDC

SeaRose FPSO

DateApplicant
Husky Oil Operations Ltd.
Husky Oil Operations Ltd.
Husky Oil Operations Ltd.

Terra Nova FPSO

DateApplicant
Suncor Energy Inc.

Substitutions or Exemptions 2010

All reports pertaining to 2010 are listed below.

Hebron

DateApplicant
ExxonMobil Canada Ltd.

Henry Goodrich

DateApplicant
Transocean Canada Drilling Services Ltd.
Transocean Canada Drilling Services Ltd.

Hibernia GBS

DateApplicant
HMDC
HMDC

SeaRose FPSO

DateApplicant
Husky Oil Operations Ltd.
Husky Oil Operations Ltd.
Husky Oil Operations Ltd.
Husky Oil Operations Ltd.
Husky Oil Operations Ltd.

Stena Carron

DateApplicant
Stena Drilling Limited

Terra Nova FPSO

DateApplicant
Suncor Energy Inc.
Suncor Energy Inc.