Definition(s)
Guideline
Recommendation of recognized practice to be considered in conjunction with applicable statutory requirements, industry standards, standard practices and philosophies.
Source: API Recommended Practice 17H, Remotely Operated Tools and Interfaces on Subsea Production Systems, Second Edition, June 2013 (Addendum 1, October 2014). Global Standards
Source: API RP 17H, Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) Interfaces on Subsea Production Systems, First Edition, July 2004 (Reaffirmed January 2009). Global Standards
Guideline
Taut line from the seafloor to the surface for the purpose of guiding equipment to the seafloor structure.
Source: API SPEC 17D, Design and Operation of Subsea Production Systems—Subsea Wellhead and Tree Equipment, Upstream Segment, Second Edition May 2011 (Errata September 2011). Global Standards