Quema

Quema

Definition(s)

Quema

Combustión al aire libre de hidrocarburos líquidos o gaseosos recuperados durante pruebas de pozo y operaciones de producción y que no son técnica o económicamente aprovechables. La quema también puede ser utilizada para la despresurización de equipos durante mantenimientos rutinarios o emergencias.

Source: Resolución Número 40687 de 18 Jul 2017 Por la cual se establecen los criterios técnicos para proyectos de perforación exploratoria de hidrocarburos costa afuera en Colombia. Columbia Ministerio de Minas y Energia, Regulations
Q&T

Q&T

Definition(s)

Q&T

Quenched and tempered. Source: API STANDARD 16AR, Standard for Repair and Remanufacture of Drill-through Equipment, First Edition, April 2017. Global Standards
Qv

Qv

Definition(s)

Qv

Ultimate vertical bearing capacity of the spudcan foundation .

Source: ABS Guidance Notes on Geotechnical Performance of Spudcan Foundations, January 2017. Global Standards
Qcrushing

Qcrushing

Definition(s)

Qcrushing

Particle crushing strength on a natural log scale.

Source: ABS Guidance Notes on Geotechnical Performance of Spudcan Foundations, January 2017. Global Standards

qnet

qnet

Definition(s)

qnet

Net cone resistance, which is the measured cone resistance being corrected for the pore pressure effects and the total in-situ vertical stress.

Source: ABS Guidance Notes on Geotechnical Performance of Spudcan Foundations, January 2017. Global Standards
ABS Guidance

ABS Guidance

Definition(s)

qnet

Net cone resistance, which is the measured cone resistance being corrected for the pore pressure effects and the total in-situ vertical stress.

Source: ABS Guidance Notes on Geotechnical Performance of Spudcan Foundations, January 2017. Global Standards
Quantitative Risk Assessment Methodology

Quantitative Risk Assessment Methodology

Definition(s)

Quantitative Risk Assessment Methodology

Set of methods, principles, or rules for assessing risks based on the use of numbers where the meanings and proportionality of values are maintained inside and outside the context of the assessment Sample Usage: Engineers at the plant used a quantitative risk assessment methodology to assess the risk of system failure. Annotation: While a semi-quantitative methodology also involves the use of numbers, only a purely quantitative methodology uses numbers in a way that allows for the consistent use of values outside the context of the assessment. Source: DHS Risk Lexicon, U.S. Department of Homeland Security, 2010 Edition. September 2010 Regulatory Guidance
Qualitative Risk Assessment Methodology

Qualitative Risk Assessment Methodology

Definition(s)

Qualitative Risk Assessment Methodology

Set of methods, principles, or rules for assessing risk based on non-numerical categories or levels Sample Usage: The qualitative risk assessment methodology allows for categories of ―low risk,‖ ―medium risk,‖ and ―high risk. Source: DHS Risk Lexicon, U.S. Department of Homeland Security, 2010 Edition. September 2010 Regulatory Guidance
QSP

QSP

Definition(s)

QSP

Quality survey plan. Source: Rules for Classification – Offshore units, DNVGL-OU-0101, Offshore drilling and support units, DNV GL, July 2015. Global Standards
Quality Survey Plan

Quality Survey Plan

Definition(s)

Quality Survey Plan

A plan that systematically identifies activities related to the classification project (e.g., construction, installation, testing, mechanical completion, pre-commissioning, testing and commissioning) and the extent of involvement each party (i.e., yard's QC, yards' QA, DNV GL and owners [if desired]) will undertake Such a plan needs to be submitted to the Society for approval prior to commencement of classification projects. Source: Rules for Classification – Offshore units, DNVGL-OU-0101, Offshore drilling and support units, DNV GL, July 2015. Global Standards
Quality Audit

Quality Audit

Definition(s)

Quality Audit

A systematic and independent examination to determine whether established work processes and quality systems are adhered to quality system signifies both the quality management system and established production and control procedures Source: Rules for Classification – Offshore units, DNVGL-OU-0101, Offshore drilling and support units, DNV GL, July 2015. Global Standards
Quality Control Report

Quality Control Report

Definition(s)

Quality Control Report

A document prepared at the completion of a designated step of the rope making and assembly process, which includes the completed quality control checklists, material certificates, and inspection reports. Source: API RP 2SM Design, Manufacture, Installation, and Maintenance of Synthetic Fiber Ropes for Offshore Mooring, Second Edition, July 2014. Global Standards Source: API RP 2SM, Design, Manufacture, Installation, and Maintenance of Synthetic Fiber Ropes for Offshore Mooring, First Edition, July 2014. Global Standards
Quality Control Checklist

Quality Control Checklist

Definition(s)

Quality Control Checklist

A document which lists the important parameters in setting up and accomplishing a designated step of the rope making and assembly process, including normal values and tolerances. Source: API RP 2SM Design, Manufacture, Installation, and Maintenance of Synthetic Fiber Ropes for Offshore Mooring, Second Edition, July 2014. Global Standards Source: API RP 2SM, Design, Manufacture, Installation, and Maintenance of Synthetic Fiber Ropes for Offshore Mooring, First Edition, July 2014. Global Standards
Quality Assurance Supervisor

Quality Assurance Supervisor

Definition(s)

Quality Assurance Supervisor

An employee of the manufacturer who is responsible for ensuring the manufacturer adheres to quality assurance procedures. Source: API RP 2SM Design, Manufacture, Installation, and Maintenance of Synthetic Fiber Ropes for Offshore Mooring, Second Edition, July 2014. Global Standards Source: API RP 2SM, Design, Manufacture, Installation, and Maintenance of Synthetic Fiber Ropes for Offshore Mooring, First Edition, July 2014. Global Standards
Quality Assurance Manual

Quality Assurance Manual

Definition(s)

Quality Assurance Manual

A document which completely describes the manufacturer's quality control and assurance program. Source: API RP 2SM Design, Manufacture, Installation, and Maintenance of Synthetic Fiber Ropes for Offshore Mooring, Second Edition, July 2014. Global Standards Source: API RP 2SM, Design, Manufacture, Installation, and Maintenance of Synthetic Fiber Ropes for Offshore Mooring, First Edition, July 2014. Global Standards
Quick Opening Valve Flow Characteristic

Quick Opening Valve Flow Characteristic

Definition(s)

Quick Opening Valve Flow Characteristic

Produces a very rapid increase in flow between the closed position and the partially open position. Source: IADC UBO / MPD Glossary, December 2011. Global Standards
QA/QC

QA/QC

Definition(s)

QA/QC

Quality Assurance/Quality Control Source: API Standard 2RD, Dynamic Risers for Floating Production Systems, Second Edition, September 2013. Global Standards
QM

QM

Definition(s)

QM

Quality manual. Source: API SPEC Q1, Specification for Quality Management System Requirements for Manufacturing Organizations for the Petroleum and Natural Gas Industry, Ninth Edition, June 2013 (Errata 2, March 2014). Global Standards
QAP

QAP

Definition(s)

QAP

Quality activity plan. Source: API SPEC Q1, Specification for Quality Management System Requirements for Manufacturing Organizations for the Petroleum and Natural Gas Industry, Ninth Edition, June 2013 (Errata 2, March 2014). Global Standards
Qualified Crane Inspector

Qualified Crane Inspector

Definition(s)

Qualified Crane Inspector

A person who conducts the necessary inspection of cranes based on usage, condition, and performance to ensure conformance with manufacturer’s specifications, regulatory requirements (as applicable), any other pertinent criteria, and the provisions of this RP. Source: API RP 2D, Operation and Maintenance of Offshore Cranes, Seventh Edition, December 2014. Global Standards
Quality System

Quality System

Definition(s)

Quality System

The organisation structure, responsibilities, activities, resources and events laid down by Management that together provide organized procedures (from which data and other records are generated) and methods of implementation to ensure the capability of the fabrication yard to meet quality requirements. Source: Rules and Regulations for the Classification of Mobile Offshore Units, Part 4, Steel Unit Structures, June 2013, Lloyd’s Register, Global Standards
Qualified Instructor

Qualified Instructor

Definition(s)

Qualified Instructor

in respect of a specified course, a person who, because of his knowledge, training and experience, is qualified to provide instruction that is consistent with the objectives of the course. Source: Atlantic Canada Offshore Petroleum Industry, Standard Practice for the Training and Qualifications of Personnel, 2013, Canadian Association of Petroleum Producers, Global Standards
Qualification

Qualification

Definition(s)

Qualification

Process of demonstrating that a component is in accordance with the requirements of ISO 14692-2. Source: ISO 14692-1:2017, Petroleum and natural gas industries — Glass-reinforced plastics (GRP) piping — Part 1: Vocabulary, symbols, applications and materials, Second Edition, August 2017. Global Standards

Qualification

Demonstrated education, training and work experience, where applicable [SOURCE: ISO/IEC 17024:2012, 3.7]. Source: ISO/IEC TS 17027:2014, Conformity assessment – Vocabulary related to competence of persons used for certification of persons, Global Standards
QMS

QMS

Definition(s)

QMS

Quality management system. Source: API STANDARD 16AR, Standard for Repair and Remanufacture of Drill-through Equipment, First Edition, April 2017. Global Standards Source: API SPEC Q1, Specification for Quality Management System Requirements for Manufacturing Organizations for the Petroleum and Natural Gas Industry, Ninth Edition, June 2013 (Errata 2, March 2014). Global Standards Source: ISO 19900:2013, Petroleum and natural gas industries – General requirements for offshore structures. Global Standards
Quarry

Quarry

Definition(s)

Quarry

Quarry: subsurface space formed by limestone production. Source: Mining Decree of the Netherlands, Netherlands, 2003 (as amended in 2007).  Legislation  

Quarry

Meaning of quarry: (1) In these regulations, the term quarry means a quarry of a kind described in subclause (2) or subclause (3), and includes any place in which any material extracted or processed in a quarry is crushed or screened. (2) A quarry is any place— (a) where any person works above ground for the purpose of— (i) extracting any material, other than any coal or any mineral, from the earth; or (ii) processing any material, other than any coal or any mineral, extracted from the earth at that place; and (b) that has an area where any person works above ground for either of the purposes referred to in paragraph (a) and that,— (i) in the case of an area consisting of benches, exceeds 3.5 metres in height, measured from the top of the top bench to the bottom of the bottom bench; or (ii) in any other case, exceeds 3.5 metres in height, measured from its highest to its lowest point,— whether or not the material is extracted or processed for the purpose of commercial gain and whether or not the material is extracted or processed by the use of explosives. (3) A quarry is any place— (a) where any person works above ground for the purpose of— (i) extracting any material, other than any coal or any mineral, from the earth; or (ii) processing any material, other than any coal or any mineral, extracted from the earth at that place; and (b) that has an area where any person works above ground for either of the purposes referred to in paragraph (a) and that,— (i) in the case of an area consisting of benches, does not exceed 3.5 metres in height, measured from the top of the top bench to the bottom of the bottom bench; or (ii) in any other case, does not exceed 3.5 metres in height, measured from its highest to its lowest point,— where the material is extracted or processed either for the purpose of commercial gain or by the use of explosives or both for that purpose and by that means. Source: Health and Safety in Employment (Mining Administration) Regulations 1996, SR 1996/220, New Zealand, as of January 2011. Regulations
Qualified Canadian Exploration Expenditure

Qualified Canadian Exploration Expenditure

Definition(s)

Qualified Canadian Exploration Expenditure

“Qualified Canadian exploration expenditure” has the meaning assigned by subsection 127(9) of the Income Tax Act; dépense admissible d’exploration au Canada. Source: Canada-Nova Scotia Offshore Petroleum Resources Accord Implementation Act, S.C. 1988, c. 28, Canada, current to May 26, 2013. Legislation
Quality Control

Quality Control

Definition(s)

Quality Control

Those physical activities that are conducted to check conformance with specifications in accordance with the quality assurance plan (e.g. NDE techniques, hold point inspections, material verifications, checking certification documents, etc.). Source: API 570, Piping Inspection Code: In-service Inspection, Rating, Repair, and Alteration of Piping Systems, Fourth Edition, February 2016, with Addendum May 2017. Global Standards

Quality Control

Those physical activities that are conducted to check conformance with specifications in accordance with the QA plan.

Source: API 510, Pressure Vessel Inspection Code: In-service Inspection, Rating, Repair, and Alteration, Tenth Edition, May 2014, with Addendum May 2017. Global Standards

Quality Control

Inspection, test or examination to ensure that materials, products or services conform to specified requirements. Source: API SPEC 17J, Specification for Unbonded Flexible Pipe, Third Edition, July 2008. Global Standards  

Quality Control

The operational techniques and activities used to measure and regulate the quality of construction to the required level. Source: Rules and Regulations for the Classification of Mobile Offshore Units, Part 4, Steel Unit Structures, June 2013, Lloyd’s Register, Global Standards
Quality

Quality

Definition(s)

Quality

Conformance to specified requirements. Source: API SPEC 17J, Specification for Unbonded Flexible Pipe, Third Edition, July 2008. Global Standards  

Quality

A relative judgement on whether the features and characteristics of something- such as a product, service, asset, activity or project- meet stated needs or requirements. Source: IOGP Report No. 510, Operating Management System Framework for controlling risk and delivering high performance in the oil and gas industry, International Association of Oil & Gas Producers, June 2014. Global Standards
Qualification Test

Qualification Test

Definition(s)

Qualification Test

A one-time (prototype) test program performed on a newly designed or significantly redesigned control system or component to validate conformance with design specifications. Source: API SPEC 16D, Specification for Control Systems for Drilling Well Control Equipment and Control Systems for Diverter Equipment, Upstream Segment, Second Edition, July 2004. Global Standards  
Qualified Part

Qualified Part

Definition(s)

Qualified Part

Part manufactured under a recognized quality assurance programme and, in the case of replacement, produced to meet or exceed the performance of the original part produced by the original equipment manufacturer (OEM). NOTE ISO 9001 is an example of a recognized quality assurance programme. [ISO 10417]. Source: API SPEC 14A, Specification for Subsurface Safety Valve Equipment, Eleventh Edition, October 2005 (Reaffirmed June 2012). Global Standards