Norsok Std C-001 [1997] Living Quarters Area [r2]

NORSOK STANDARD

LIVING QUARTERS AREA

C-001Rev. 2, October 1997

Please note that whilst every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the NORSOK standardsneither OLF nor TBL or any of their members will assume liability for any use thereof.

Living quarters area C-001Rev. 2, October 1997

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CONTENTS

FOREWORD 2INTRODUCTION 2

1 SCOPE 3

2 NORMATIVE REFERENCES 3

3 DEFINITIONS AND ABBREVIATIONS 33.1 Definitions 33.2 Abbreviations 4

4 LIVING QUARTERS AREA 4

5 LIVING QUARTERS AREA ROOM PROGRAMME 5

6 ARRANGEMENT OF MAIN FACILITIES IN THE LIVING QUARTERS 56.1 Cabin area 56.2 Recreation area 76.3 Catering area 86.4 Administration centre 156.5 Central Control Room/Telecommunication Centre/Maritime Control Room 166.6 Medical centre and emergency hospital 176.7 Helicopter traffic centre 186.8 Changing rooms 186.9 Technical rooms 196.10 Traffic areas 19

7 ARRANGEMENT OF MAIN FACILITIES ADJACENT TO THE LIVING QUARTERS 207.1 Helicopter deck 207.2 Helicopter hangar 217.3 Mustering area, lifeboat stations and safety equipment 217.4 Workshops, laboratories, etc. 217.5 External areas 22

8 MISCELLANEOUS REQUIREMENTS 228.1 Wet rooms 228.2 Technical installations in walls, ceilings and decks 238.3 Ceiling heights 238.4 Doors 248.5 External maintenance access 248.6 Artistic decoration 248.7 Lighting 248.8 Reverberation time 258.9 Refuse bins 25

9 ROOM FINISHES SCHEDULE 25

ANNEX A DATA SHEETS (NORMATIVE) 26

ANNEX B LIST OF APPLICABLE ACTS AND REGULATIONS FOR THE NORWEGIANCONTINENTAL SHELF (INFORMATIVE) 27



FOREWORD

NORSOK (The competitive standing of the Norwegian offshore sector) is the industry initiative toadd value, reduce cost and lead time and remove unnecessary activities in offshore fielddevelopments and operations.

The NORSOK standards are developed by the Norwegian petroleum industry as a part of theNORSOK initiative and are jointly issued by OLF (The Norwegian Oil Industry Association) andTBL (The Federation of Norwegian Engineering Industries). NORSOK standards are administeredby NTS (Norwegian Technology Standards Institution).

The purpose of this industry standard is to replace the individual oil company specifications for usein existing and future petroleum industry developments, subject to the individual company's reviewand application.

The NORSOK standards make extensive references to international standards. Where relevant, thecontents of this standard will be used to provide input to the international standardization process.Subject to implementation into international standards, this NORSOK standard will be withdrawn.

Annex A is normative. Annex B is informative.

INTRODUCTION

Main Changes from revision 1 to revision 2 are in summary:

• Partial implementation of the following guidelines from the Norwegian Petroleum Directorate:

-Guidelines on Living Quarters to regulations relating to systematic follow-up of the workingenvironment in the petroleum activities. (Published 8 March 1995).

-Guidelines on means of access, stairs, ladders etc. to regulations relating to systematic follow-up of the working environment in the petroleum activities. (Published 8 March 1995).

• Various transfer of operational experience.• Room finishes schedule in data sheet CDS-102 now allows for specifying dry/ wet and clean/dirty room usage.



1 SCOPE

This standard defines the basic requirements for the architectural design and engineering of theLiving Quarters area on offshore installations in the petroleum activities. The requirements haveemphasis on installations defined as being of a fixed type. For mobile installations additionalrequirements may be applicable. The standard specifies the minimum functional requirements to theLQ, and is meant to provide a tool, (the Living Quarters Area Room Programme), for systematictreatment of rooms/areas and related data.

The description of the main facilities in this standard shall be read in conjunction with NORSOKC-002, Architectural components and equipment, where more detailed information is specified withrespect to materials, finishes, furniture, equipment, etc.

Other discipline requirements related to this subject are covered in respective NORSOK standards.These activities and requirements shall be integrated with the architectural design development toachieve a co-ordinated and optimal solution for the Living Quarters area.

2 NORMATIVE REFERENCES

The following standards include provisions which, through reference in this text, constituteprovisions of this NORSOK standard. Latest issue of the references shall be used unless otherwiseagreed. Other recognized standards may be used provided it can be shown that they meet or exceedthe requirements of the standards referenced below.

NORSOK C-002 Architectural components and equipmentNORSOK I-CR-004 Control centre (will be I-004)NORSOK S-DP-001 Technical safety (will be S-001)NORSOK S-DP-002 Working Environment (will be S-002)

3 DEFINITIONS AND ABBREVIATIONS

3.1 DefinitionsNormative references Shall mean normative in the application of NORSOK standards.Informative references Shall mean informative in the application of NORSOK standards.Shall Shall is an absolute requirement which shall be followed strictly in order

to conform with the standard.Should Should is a recommendation. Alternative solutions having the same

functionality and quality are acceptable.May May indicates a course of action that is permissible within the limits of

the standard (a permission).Can Can-requirements are conditional and indicates a possibility open to the

user of the standard.



3.2 AbbreviationsCCR Central Control RoomCER Central Equipment RoomCVC Central Vacuum Cleaning System (wet type)HVAC Heating, Ventilation and Air ConditioningLQ Living QuartersMCR Maritime Control RoomNORSOK Norsk sokkels konkurranseposisjonNPD Norwegian Petroleum DirectoratePA Public AddressPSV Pressure Safety ValveTER Telecom Equipment Room

4 LIVING QUARTERS AREA

The Living Quarters area may include the following main elements:• The quarter module(s).• The helicopter deck.• The helicopter hangar.• Mustering area with life boats and safety equipment.• Central Control Room (CCR).• Telecom Equipment Room (TER)• Workshop area (incl. specialised workshops, offices, workers' coffee bar, laboratories, etc.).

The Living Quarters shall offer personnel protection and shelter, and shall be located in the safestplace on the installation. It shall be protected from hazardous areas by external walls and roofswhich are fire and blast resistant in accordance with results of risk and emergency preparednessanalyses. Exposed elevations facing production and drilling areas shall have a minimum of doors,windows and other penetrations.

There shall be at least two exits to escape routes leading in different directions from each level inthe Living Quarters, with at least one internal stairway linking all levels.

The Living Quarters shall be furnished and equipped for persons of both sexes, with separate roomsfor women and men as needed.

Common toilets, washrooms, change and shower rooms shall be of adequate number, functionallyarranged, and conveniently located in relation to workplace and dining room.

All rooms exceeding 20 m2 shall have a minimum of 2 escapeways mutually located at oppositesides of the room. Doors to this room category shall open outwards from the room. Technical roomsmay have hatches.

Steam piping, exhaust pipes or similar shall not be routed through personnel accommodation or inthe corridors leading to such rooms, except where these are enclosed in appropriate casings. Steampiping, water pipes, tanks or similar shall be insulated against heat or cold in accordance withrecognised standards.



The internal areas shall provide possibilities for work, recreation, relaxation, sleep and privacy.Areas requiring quietness shall be particularly protected from noise and vibrations.

The LQ's various capacities, functions and services shall be designed for the maximum number ofpersons (beds) planned for the installation.

5 LIVING QUARTERS AREA ROOM PROGRAMME

A detailed room programme shall be developed for the LQ area based on relevant field- andoperational information. The following information shall be available prior to the development ofthe LQ room programme:• Type of installation.• Personnel capacity.• Manning philosophy for all main operational phases.• Catering philosophy.• CCR philosophy (if applicable).• Environmental data on location.• Design life.• Helicopter type(s) and operational philosophy.• Main evacuation philosophy.• Lifeboat capacity and number.• Workshop area requirements (if applicable).

The room programme schedule in annex A shall be used, where all relevant information shall beincluded.

6 ARRANGEMENT OF MAIN FACILITIES IN THE LIVINGQUARTERS

6.1 Cabin area

6.1.1 CabinsMinimum area for single cabin, inclusive bathroom unit : 6 m2

Minimum area for double cabin, inclusive bathroom unit : 12 m2

Minimum net height : 2300 mm (ref. 8.3.)

The cabins should be grouped together on dedicated floor levels or in separate corridors (privatedomain) away from traffic areas and noisy activities (communal domain). Each cabin floor/areashould be organised in such a manner that it can be locked up whenever required.

Bedrooms may be arranged for a maximum of 2 persons. Priority should however be given to theprovision of single rooms during normal operation. Beds in double cabins shall be protected fromlight and direct view.



Each cabin type shall be standardised. The cabin layout and the furniture arrangement shall be of anergonomic design, simplifying fabrication, use, cleaning, maintenance and ease of bed linen change.Dust-collecting edges and surfaces should be avoided.

Each cabin shall be arranged to provide a basis for uninterrupted sleep, rest and quietness. It shallbe furnished to satisfy the need for storage of survival suit(s), clothing and personal belongings. Itshall provide opportunity for reading, writing, relaxation and receiving visitors.

All bathrooms shall be standardised and prefabricated. The size of the bathrooms and showers shallcomply with recognised standards.

Every bed shall be placed on the floor to ease use and change of bed linen. The mattress dimensionsshall be minimum 800x-2100 mm. The top of the mattress shall be 550-600 mm above the floor. Indouble cabins one of the beds may be of a sofa-bed type, provided it is to be used at shorter, peakmanning intervals only. Special attention shall in this case be given to comfort, mechanical functionand ease of bed linen change.

All cabins shall have unobstructed and direct access to a corridor with minimum two independentemergency exits.

All cabins should be fitted with windows providing daylight.

All technical installations, switches, sockets etc. shall be neatly designed and installed asfunctionally appropriate. Technical penetrations in adjoining cabin walls shall be kept to a minimumto avoid weakening the wall's noise insulation properties.

Space and sockets for telephone, computer and TV/radio/entertainment equipment shall be providedin each cabin.

A full size model cabin shall be provided for one of the cabins, complete with bathroom, serviceshaft and full width section of the adjacent corridor, unless specified otherwise by the project. Themodel shall be suitable for function testing with respect to ventilation, lux levels, noise, etc. Themodel shall be constructed of real materials at an early project stage, so that design, detailing,elements, materials, colours etc. can be studied and verified. Any adjustments shall be allowed forwithin the project schedule and scope, so that the model will appear as a reference for the cabins tobe installed onboard.

6.1.2 Leave lockersLockable leave lockers shall be provided for storage of private articles during the onshore period,for all personnel employed on the installation. The volume shall be minimum 0.06 m3. Any leavelockers located in corridors shall be securely fixed and recessed in corridor walls. The front shall bemounted flush with the surrounding walls.

Leave lockers for personal tools, protective gear etc., shall be provided in accordance with projectrequirements.



6.2 Recreation areaThe total recreation area shall not be less than 1.5 m2 per bed. A sufficient number of recreationrooms shall be provided to satisfy the employees needs for recreation, rest, social and physicalactivities. Recreation areas should where appropriate be visually grouped together, to reduceisolation in periods with low manning.

The recreation rooms should be fitted with windows, preferably of a large type, if appropriate. Theyshall be provided with elements and finishes of a high aesthetic and durable quality which is easy toclean. The atmosphere shall be attractive, promoting social relationships and human comfort.

6.2.1 Main lounge/coffee loungeThe main lounge should be located adjacent to the dining room with direct access between the tworooms, facilitating multipurpose use. Direct access to the lounge shall also be provided from themain traffic area.

The main lounge shall be designed to have defined areas for smoking and non-smoking, inaccordance with governing body regulations. Alternatively a separate smoking room may beprovided adjacent to the main lounge, separated with glazed partitions. Where a smoking area isrequired, realistic seating capacity and good ventilation shall be provided.

One area/ room shall provide comfortable space for at least 50% of the personnel the LQ is designedfor.

The main lounge may, together with the dining room, be designated as the main mustering area inan emergency situation, from where any controlled emergency evacuation from the installationshould be organised.

6.2.2 TV-rooms, activity room, library, kiosk, etc.Separate TV-rooms/areas for smokers and non-smokers to be provided near the main lounge, ifappropriate. The two rooms may be separated with glazed partitions.

The common area may provide facilities for activity room(s), library, quiet area, kiosk, music room,chapel/study etc., as required in each project.

6.2.3 Multipurpose room/area.The multipurpose room/area may be used for a wide range of activities, such as:• Lectures and briefings.• Films and videos.• Entertainment.• Games and sports (if appropriate).• Emergency hospital (if appropriate).

The multipurpose room/area may be combined with other rooms/areas.

A comfortable, safe and flexible/removable seating arrangement should be provided. Astage/podium may be provided with stage curtains, a white screen and adjustable spot lights. Theroom shall be provided with outlets for TV and audio-visual equipment. Major light fittings in theroom shall have dimming facilities.



Special attention shall be paid to airborne and impact borne sound insulation in order to preventnoise transmission to adjoining rooms.The floor shall be provided with shock-absorbing floormaterial if the room is intended used for games and sports.

If the location is suitable, the multipurpose room/area may be designated as an emergency hospital(ref. 6.6).

Stores shall be provided as required.

6.2.4 Exercise roomAn exercise room with various up-to-date training equipment shall be provided, with additionalspace for group exercises such as aerobics, etc. The room shall be provided with outlets for TV andAV equipment. This room may be combined with other rooms/areas, if appropriate. All majorequipment shall be securely fixed. When sufficient area and volume are available, a larger exerciseroom or sports hall may be provided, allowing for a variety of sports.

Special precaution shall be taken to prevent noise transmission to adjoining rooms. Shock-absorbingfloor shall be installed as required. Wall and ceiling systems in exercise areas shall have suitablefixing and detailing to withstand physical and mechanical impact, and prevent injuries caused byloosening of panels or sharp edges. Relevant parts of walls, ceilings and any windows shall beprotected with suitable nets or mesh if the room is to be used for ball games.

Changing room with shower(s), wash hand-basin(s) and toilet(s) shall be provided for both sexes,adjacent to the exercise room. Saunas and solarium may be provided as required. Saunas shall bedetailed to avoid uncontrolled release of moisture into adjacent wall and ceiling voids. Saunas shallhave slopes in floor to efficiently dissipate water. Adjacent showers shall have individual drains.

The exercise room/sports hall may be designated as an emergency hospital, if the location is suitable(ref. 6.6).

6.2.5 TelephonesTelephones for private conversation to shore, shall be provided adjacent to the main recreationroom/dining room and the sky lobby.

Designated space shall be provided for telephone directories, unless electronic directories areincluded.

6.2.6 Miscellaneous roomsToilets and various storage rooms shall be provided as required adjacent to the recreation area.

6.3 Catering area

6.3.1 Dining roomThe dining room shall be on the same level as the kitchen (galley) and serving area. The roomshould be fitted with windows, preferably of a large type, if appropriate. Interior elements andfinishes shall be of high aesthetic and durable quality which is easy to clean. The dining room shallbe of adequate capacity and size to allow the personnel to sit comfortably while having their meals.



A minimum of 1.2 m2 per person shall be provided for approximately 50% of the personnel the LQis dimensioned for.

A simple mechanism should be provided for fixing chairs to the underside of tables when they arenot in use.

Tables (and occasionally chairs) may be required fixed to decks on floating installations, or ifspecified by the project.

6.3.2 Kitchen (galley) with provisions roomThe kitchen area shall be of sufficient size, and have the appropriate equipment, for the preparationof hot and cold food. Sizing and capacities shall be in accordance with recognised standards for thedesign of large-scale kitchens. Execution and arrangement shall comply with applicable governingbody regulations relating to hygiene and the preparation of food.

The kitchen layout shall provide optimal working conditions within each functional area and in thekitchen as a whole. Production flow, traffic patterns, hygiene, working environment and safety shallbe given special attention. Internal flow patterns shall prevent cross- contamination of food from theraw to finished stage, and shall prevent contamination from handling of waste. The relationshipsbetween various areas shall promote co-operation and efficiency. The kitchen area shall be as openas possible. It shall be planned in detail, showing the position of all major furniture, equipment andfittings. Operational efficiency should be the main criteria regarding equipment arrangements anduse of personnel.

All furniture and equipment shall be functionally and ergonomically correct, safe to operate andeasy to clean and maintain. Kitchen equipment shall in general be wall or console mounted. Theconsoles are specially designed floor mounted supports for major kitchen equipment, withconcealed space for ducts, cables and pipes, which simplifies cleaning under and around theequipment. Plinths or special foundation may be considered if the use of consoles are consideredimpractical or impossible. Workbenches, frying pans and oven range shall be height adjustable.Benches and shelves shall have storm edges, if required. Handwash basins shall be installedadjacent to main work stations. No equipment shall be stored higher than 1500 mm above the floor.

Windows for daylight should be provided. All walls, partitions and ceilings should be in stainlesssteel, or other suitable non-corrosive material in accordance with project requirements. Soundabsorption and noise control shall be given special attention, particularly in the scullery and thescrub.

Arrangement of all light fittings shall be carefully planned for each work station to provideacceptable conditions with respect to type, position and light intensity. The light fittings must besplash-proof and suitable for use in the kitchen.

The kitchen floor finish shall be of a non-slip type and easy to clean. The floor surface will be hoseddown regularly with large amounts of hot water. Hot water of +55° C shall be available for thispurpose.

Slopes in floor shall be provided to promote efficient drainage. Large floor drains with cleanablesoil traps shall be located close to certain types of equipment, such as tiltable frying pans andboiling kettles. For floating installations, the tiltable equipment shall have especially oversized



floordrains below, to minimise scalding hazard. All floor drains shall have non-slip, easilyremovable stainless steel grating.

All walls shall be splash-proof at least 1.5 m above the floor and have coved skirting detailing.Noise absorbing surfaces shall be incorporated in walls and ceilings as required to reducereverberation times, with detailing to allow for a high level of hygiene. Retractable hot water hosereels with soap dispensers shall be positioned throughout the kitchen area so that all surfaces arereached with a hose of maximum 10 m length.

All transport routes and doors shall be adequately dimensioned.

6.3.2.1 LQ container laydown deckThe LQ container laydown deck shall be located on the same level as the provisions stores and thegeneral goods handling area. It shall be sufficiently large for handling, storage and unloading of thenumber of containers required to serve the LQ, at any one time. The food supplies will be shipped instandard containers in accordance with project requirements. The depth of the laydown deck shallallow for a fully loaded electrical pallet transporter to safely turn in front of the container unloadingramp. Depths of less than 6500 mm shall be subject to formal approval by the project. Width shallbe as functionally required to safely handle the required number of full and empty containers,without requiring unnecessary, intermediate lifting operations. Sizing and arrangement of the LQcontainer laydown deck, with associated justification, shall be formally approved by the project.

Sizing of transport route from laydown deck to provision stores shall be based on use ofEuropallets. Threshold design in the transport routes shall allow easy passage of trolleys.

Separate access shall be provided from the LQ container laydown deck to the provisions stores andto the general goods handling area/main store, for hygienic reasons. Parking bay with power outletfor hand operated truck(s) and trolleys shall be provided as required in each project. Wheels oftrolleys or trucks shall not be of a hardness which ruins the kitchen area floor finishes.

The laydown deck shall be provided with electric sockets, heat traced freshwater outlet(s) withhose(s), compressed air outlets to project standard, and a sufficient number of drains if the deck isnot self-draining. The laydown perimeter shall have mechanical protection/ bumpers to withstandcontainer impact, detailed to minimise transmittance of noise and vibrations into the LivingQuarters. Impact absorbing materials shall be installed at the lay down area if required for acousticalreasons, or if specified by the project. Arrangement of light fittings shall be carefully planned toprovide optimal working conditions at night. All technical installations must be protected. Thelaydown deck shall be clearly marked with the maximum load bearing capacity. Appropriateweather protection for staff shall be provided in traffic areas, unless specified otherwise by theproject. Heat tracing of the laydown deck/ floor area shall be provided as required.

Garbage comprimator(s)/container(s) shall have a dedicated position on the laydown deck, andallow for separate disposal of paper, food and industrial refuse as specified by the project. Thedimensions of the standard comprimator shall be in accordance with project requirements. Floatinginstallations must be provided with a fixing/strapping arrangement for containers and other relevantequipment. The comprimator shall be recessed into the laydown deck, to reduce lifting height forpersonnel, if specified by the project. A dedicated cardboard/ carton comprimator with associatedoutlets shall be provided by the laydown deck, if required as part of the overall waste sortingrequirements.



6.3.2.2 Provision storesThe provisions stores shall be of a prefabricated type, with all required systems and servicesincluded, suitable for use on the installation. The stores shall consist of:• Dry storage room(s)• Cold storage rooms• Freezer rooms

The provision stores shall have sufficient storage capacity for two weeks consumption based on themaximum manning level, and selected bakery method. They shall operate within the specifiedtemperature limits.

The provision stores shall be grouped together between the laydown deck and the kitchen area,providing good access to the main functional areas in the kitchen. The number ofrooms/compartments shall be in accordance with the regulations and any special operationalrequirements provided.

All door thresholds shall be as low as possible and suitable for trolleys. Floors in provision roomsshould be level with floors outside the rooms. Alternatively a sloped built-up floor may be providedoutside the entrance to the room in the same material as used in the kitchen area. A sufficientnumber drainage points shall be provided outside the provision rooms. Guard rails in the transportroute shall be provided to prevent wall damage from trucks and trolleys, at 0.2 metre, 0.7 metre, and1.0 metre height, unless specified otherwise by the project.

The depth of shelves shall be minimum 520 mm. The minimum passage width shall be 900 mm.

Freezing and cooling machinery systems should be located in a separate room or in the HVAC plantroom. The machinery system shall be complete in all respect, with necessary back-up systems. Thecontrol panel shall be positioned for easy access.

6.3.2.3 The preparation areaThe preparation room/area shall be located adjacent to the provisions stores and the hot food area.The floor shall be provided with a drain having approximately half the length of the working bench.

A thawing room/ cabinet(s) shall be provided adjacent to the preparation area.

6.3.2.4 The bakeryThe bakery shall be located close to the cold food area and freezer and cold storage rooms. Onsmaller installations shared use of equipment in the hot food area may be practical (mixer, combi-steamer etc.). An air extraction hood shall be provided over the baking table with a cleanable flourfilter, recessed lighting etc. An air extract hood (with cleanable filter) is also required above thebaking oven or combi-steamer, to remove steam, fumes and heat when the door is opened.

6.3.2.5 The hot food areaAll cooking, frying, grilling etc. will take place in the hot food area. The products to be cooked aretransported from the provision rooms and the preparation area, and are brought to the serving areaafter cooking. Pots and pans, etc. need frequent washing in the scrub. The hot food area shalltherefore have good access to these areas.



It is often practical to place the hot food area as an "island" in the room on larger installations. Theworking zone shall have a width of approximately 1300-1400 mm between equipment on eitherside.

The kitchen extract hood(s) shall be installed above the cooking, steaming and frying equipment. Inaddition to air extract function, the hood shall be provided with an automatic cleaning system, flameguard filters, manually actuated fire extinguishing system, drainage pipes, recessed lighting withremovable transparent coverplates, etc.

Location of the following items shall be given due attention when planning the hot food area:• Utensils for regular use.• Shelves for pots and pans.• Floor drains.• Rubbish disposal bin(s).• Water taps and electrical sockets.• Waste water sink.• Handwash basin(s).

6.3.2.6 The cold food areaThe cold food area shall have good access to provision rooms, hot food area, bakery and servingarea.

A height adjustable work bench for cold food preparation, with built-in fridges, overshelf, sink andother accessories shall be provided as required. A mixer may be shared with the hot food area. Alarge fridge with integral trays on a trolley shall be located near the work bench.

6.3.2.7 The serving areaThe serving area shall be based on a self-service/free flow principle. It shall be located near the hotand cold food areas. The layout arrangement shall be carefully planned to display food andequipment in a logical and delicate sequence, avoiding queues. A separate chilled table for coldfood and desserts may be arranged as an "island" in the serving area with integral tray and platedispensers.

6.3.2.8 The scrubThe scrub shall have a central position in the kitchen with good access to the bakery and the hot andcold food area. All pots, pans, utensils etc. used in the kitchen will be washed here.

A height adjustable pot-washing bench with spray-hose, two large sink(s), pistol washing unit(+37/55°C), shelves etc., shall be installed. A noise insulated pot-washing machine shall beprovided. The machine shall be arranged to allow efficient loading access, with space for adjacentclean and dirty utensil trolleys. Service access shall be provided without moving the machine.

The machine should be located in a separate room to reduce noise emittance to the kitchen area. Thedirect air extract system from the pot-washing machine shall have a condenser unit, and havesufficient capacity to maintain comfort temperature limits.

The floor shall be provided with a drain having approximately half the length of the work bench.



6.3.2.9 The sculleryThe scullery shall be located in a separate room. It should have direct access from the kitchen. Itshall also be conveniently placed for diners returning and emptying their trays, dishes and cutlery tothe scullery delivery point (hatch). The hatch shall have sufficient width to accommodate therequired number of standard baskets (500x500 mm) for dirty dishes, glasses, cups, cutlery, trays andrubbish disposal. Space for minimum 6 baskets shall be provided, unless specified otherwise. Hatchheight shall minimise machine noise exposure to personnel, while allowing space for convenienthandling of trays and utensils. The baskets shall be placed on the same level as the rinsing stationand the feeder line to the dishwashing machine. A sloped tray with tempered water and drain pointshall be located underneath the baskets. The direct air extract system from the dishwasher machineshall have a condenser unit. Ventilation extract from scullery shall be sufficient to maintain comforttemperature limits during continuous machine operation. The machine shall be of an automatic,self-loading “tunnel” type, unless specified otherwise by the project. There shall be sufficient spacefor baskets before and after the washing cycle to achieve effective manning of the scullery.

Depending on the layout arrangement, a sound absorbent screen or half-wall may be requiredbetween the hatch and the dining area.

Trolley(s) for empty baskets should be placed near the hatch, or alternatively the baskets may beplaced on its side above the hatch. Clean crockery and cutlery etc., shall be brought on trolleys anddispenser units to the serving area.

In order to meet the area noise requirement stated in S-002, special attention shall be paid both toreduce the equipment noise from the dishwashing machine and to the acoustic treatment of theroom. The noise emitted from the dishwashing machine shall be as low as possible, normally lessthan 60 dB, in order to meet the area noise requirement of the room.

6.3.2.10 Kitchen utensil storeA small storage room is recommended for spares and kitchen utensils and equipment which are notin daily use.

6.3.2.11 Cleaner's storeA cleaner's store with broom cabinet shall be provided in the kitchen area with sink, hot and coldwater, shelves etc.

6.3.2.12 Rest room for kitchen staffA rest room shall be provided for the kitchen staff adjacent to the staff entrance to the kitchen.Toilets and a small wardrobe shall be provided near this room.

6.3.2.13 Office for catering supervisorAn office for the catering supervisor should be located near the staff entrance to the kitchen.(Minimum 6 m2).

6.3.3 Coffee barsThere shall be a coffee bar in conjunction with the main lounge. A rough coffee bar shall beprovided in the workshop area providing facilities for smokers and non-smokers. The rough coffeebar shall provide minimum 1.2 m2 per person for at least 30% of the personnel the installation is



dimensioned for. The coffee bars shall contain a bench with sink and hot/cold water, coffee/tea-water machine, juice dispenser, storage cupboards/drawers, waste bins and a large refrigerator.

A dishwashing machine should be provided in a noise reducing enclosure in conjunction with themain lounge coffee bar, unless specified otherwise by the project.

6.3.4 LaundryThe laundry shall be equipped for washing and preparation of clothes, and to cater for all requiredwashing onboard in accordance with the operating philosophy for the installation.

The laundry shall be located with good access to lift(s) and the internal goods handling area/LQlaydown deck. Clear opening width of doors in container trolley transport routes shall be minimum900 mm, and allow for machine replacement. The laundry shall be arranged with separate rooms orareas for receiving, soaking, washing, handling, drying, storage, collection and storage of trolleys.Access and work-flow shall be arranged in an optimal and logical sequence between the work-stations, providing a hygienic, safe and good working environment. The clean/ dirty handlingsequence shall be separated as far as possible. A height adjustable workbench shall be provided inthe handling area.

Washing machines and tumbler dryers shall be located in a separate room. The door to the roomshall have a large vision panel. Large stainless steel floordrains shall be provided as required. Floorsshall have slopes in the flooring, to allow efficient water dissipation.

The washing machines and tumbler dryers shall be provided with anti-vibration systems, or bemounted on "floating" foundations to avoid structural borne noise and vibrations. Good serviceaccess for cleaning, inspection and maintenance shall be provided around the washing machines andthe tumbler dryers. An obstruction-free service access should be provided behind the machines, of atleast 900 mm width. Power, water and automatic detergent supply should be provided neatly fromabove, in a manner which does not obstruct the service access. Washing machine drain gully shallhave capacity for simultaneous emptying of all machines, and shall provide access for frequentremoval of lint from drain strainer cups.

Washing machines and tumbler dryers shall be of the front-loading type, where the bottom edge ofthe opening shall be 800-1000 mm above the floor level. Small type tumble dryers may be locatedon top of washing machines. Relevant trolleys shall be adjusted to this height. The washingmachines shall be provided with automatic washing liquid and fabric softener dispensers. The fillercontainers shall be maximum 1500 mm above the floor level, on stainless steel shelves or brackets.Tumbler dryers shall be provided with a separate and direct air extraction system with a cleanablefilter and condenser unit. An instrument for measuring the air-resistance in the duct shall beprovided. Tumble dryer lint filter cabinets shall be arranged to allow frequent and efficient accessfor cleaning. Where machines are installed facing each other, a minimum free space of 1500 mmshould be provided.

Storage space shall be provided for the required external/ internal transport trolleys.

Laundry flooring shall be non-slip tiles, unless specified otherwise.

All shelves shall be in stainless steel or aluminium with a load bearing capacity of minimum 150 kg.per running metre.



6.3.5 Linen storeA linen store shall be provided on all cabin levels. It should be of a suitable size for storage ofstandard linen trolleys (1000 x 620 mm x 1.45 mm, l x w x h), where this is required. Otherwise asufficient number of shelves shall be provided with a load bearing capacity of minimum 150 kg perrunning metre. The depth of shelves shall be minimum 520 mm.

6.3.6 Cleaner's storeA cleaner's store shall be provided on all main floor levels in the LQ, for storage of all cleaningequipment required to clean and maintain the LQ on a regular basis. The room shall have sufficientshelf capacity, tool holders, cold and hot water, utility sink with a hinged grid (height in accordancewith NORSOK S-DP-002 Working Environment) and sufficient vertical distance to the tap forfilling buckets, and a filter/ strainer at outlet. A parking space shall be provided for the cleaningtrolley.

The room shall be equipped with stainless steel shelves, and storage space for Central VacuumCleaning (CVC) hoses (if applicable), etc.

6.3.7 LQ main storeThe internal goods handling area shall be combined with the main store, and should preferably beprovided near the LQ container deck or in another suitable location. This room shall be dimensionedto contain all spares and general supplies required to operate and maintain the LQ. Storage space forlaundry trolleys to be despatched onshore shall also be provided in the area, if this is not provided inthe laundry area. All shelves and racks shall have a load bearing capacity of 250 kg. per runningmetre, and be suitable for the type of installation considered.

6.3.8 Central vacuum cleaning systemA CVC-system (wet type) should be provided on installations where large floor areas are coveredwith carpets, if specified by the project. Wall-mounted connection points shall be placed at heightsin accordance with NORSOK S-DP-002 Working Environment. The number of connection pointsshall be sufficient to reach all areas in the LQ with a maximum 10 m flexible hose, includingtechnical rooms.

Drainage requirements, vibration and noise from the machinery require careful planning andlocation of the CVC system. All piping shall be in stainless steel, but other materials may beconsidered where adequately justified. Radius of bends shall allow passage of a pencil. Roddingpoints shall be provided as required.

A control panel with adjustable time limits shall be located in the catering supervisors office.

6.4 Administration centreThe administration centre for the entire field installation shall be placed inside the LQ or adjacent tothe LQ on single installations. Administration centres on installations which are permanently bridgeconnected to other installations may be located where safely and functionally appropriate.

All offices should be grouped together to promote co-operation and effective use of commonfacilities. The administration centre should have good access to CCR, main workshops and externaltraffic routes.



The offices should be fitted with windows providing daylight. The individual offices shall bedimensioned as required, but standardisation is recommended. No single office shall have a netfloor area of less than 6 m2. Offices may be arranged as a combination of single offices and officelandscape. Each work space shall have access to a multi-cable duct system with outlets for data,telephone, electricity, etc. Offices shall be arranged with due attention to acoustic disturbances fromneighbouring office areas, e.g. from the use of telephones. Heating and ventilation for the officesshall be arranged and located to avoid discomfort at the normal position of the office chair.The administration centre shall have necessary supporting facilities such as conference room(s),archive, copy/printer room and store for stationary. Space for large type copying machines, telefaxmachines, data printers and plotters shall be provided near offices and other applicable areas. Acheck shall be performed against any operator standardisation requirements. Adjacent paper storageshall be prepared for. If applicable, the conference room shall be arranged to allow for video-conferencing.

The document centre, if required, should be located near the administration centre or the CCR.

A deckforemans office shall be provided, if specified by the project.

Offices for employees representative and Union(s) shall be provided near the main LQ accessway,unless specified otherwise by the project.Careful planning is required for all temporary offices required in the initial start-up phase etc.,particularly where such offices are to be located in areas designated for other purposes.

6.4.1 Service centreA service centre, which may include elements of the administration centre arranged in a flexiblemanner in conjunction with the Central Control Room area, shall be provided if specified by theproject.

6.5 Central Control Room/Telecommunication Centre/Maritime Control RoomThe Central Control Room is required for supervision, status monitoring and control of the varioussystems and processes on the installation(s). It shall be located either inside or adjacent to the LivingQuarters on single installations, in accordance with operational philosophy and safety aspects. CCRson installations which are permanently bridge connected to other installations may be located wheresafely and functionally appropriate. The CCR shall be located in a non-classified area, be wellprotected against all dimensional hazards with good access to supporting facilities, production areasand emergency escape routes. It shall be adequately protected from noise and from vibrationsources, such as generators and compressors.

If positive overpressure ventilation systems are used for the CCR, the wall and ceiling systems shallbe properly detailed for the required level of air or gas tight sealing, which shall be verified forfunction during mechanical completion. A functional operation of doors shall in this situation bemaintained.

The CCR raised access floor ( if required) shall have sufficient height between deck and supportsystem to allow efficient maintenance and expansion access to electrical and instrument cabletraysbelow.



Illumination within the CCR shall be arranged to avoid headache inducing glare and reflections forthe VDU operators. This may be achieved by the use of uplighters or other arrangements. Non glosssurfaces should be used for elements within the CCR.

The emergency room shall be arranged with direct visual contact with the CCR, if possible. Aplanning table with chairs shall be provided, with required communications equipment. Wallmounted sliding graphic display mark-up panel boards shall unless specified otherwise be provided,to allow indication of status.

The work permit/ personnel control station shall be located in conjunction with the CCR, inaccordance with the operator requirements. In the same area an operator’s office/ worktop forpaperwork, and an arrangement for display of issued permits shall be provided.

Any required Maritime Control Room (MCR) functions should be integrated into the CCR. Thesame also applies for the telecommunication function and systems. Office facilities, the processsupervisor's office, the printer room and the emergency room should be located adjacent to theCCR. Technical aspects of the CCR is covered in NORSOK standard I-CR-004, Control centre.

6.5.1 CER/ TERThe Central Equipment Room and Telecom Equipment Room should where functionallyappropriate be located in conjunction with the Central Control Room. Telecom equipment roomshall be located in the safest location. Refer to NORSOK standard T-CR-001, Telecom Systems, forthe TER.

6.6 Medical centre and emergency hospitalA medical centre, sick bay and emergency hospital shall be provided in accordance with governingbody regulations.

Good access from external work areas, MOB boat and internal lift(s) and stairs shall be provided.These routes shall be adequately dimensioned for use of standard stretchers (2200 x 650 mm).Access doors to medical centre area shall have minimum 900 mm clear opening, to allowambulance type stretcher transport. Windows shall be provided in the office and the examinationroom.

The medical centre will normally consist of consultation office, examination room/laboratory,medical store, toilet and a ward. An oxygen system shall be provided in an appropriate room orcupboard.

An appropriate room/area in the LQ (e.g. the multipurpose room, the sportshall etc.) shall bedesignated and equipped for combined use as an emergency hospital, allowing for easy conversionfrom normal use. All emergency systems and equipment required shall be preinstalled. Closeness tothe medical centre and short and easy access from the main access routes, is essential. A store formedical emergency supply trolleys shall be provided adjacent to the designated room/area. The storemust be provided with a sink/bench and hot/cold water supply if it is located outside the medicalcentre.

The nurses cabin(s) shall be provided with an alarm or telephone call system from the health centre.



Both the medical centre and the emergency hospital shall be connected to the emergency powersystem.

6.7 Helicopter traffic centreThe sky lobby (lounge) shall be located as close as possible to the helideck and have easy access toboth the helicopter deck and the main circulation routes in the LQ. The room shall be sufficientlydimensioned to accommodate the number of personnel that will travel with the helicopter type to beused on the installation. The room shall be arranged to allow personnel to put on their survival suitsin an orderly manner. Outlets for TV and video equipment shall be provided.

The sky lobby reception will normally be manned during helicopter operations only. Thereceptionist shall have an enclosed work space with full view of the skylobby area. The receptionshall be provided with a counter having a lockable glazed screen, office furniture, key display panel,lockable key cabinet, weight, PC table(s) and outlets, copying machine, etc. as required in eachproject.

A day visitor's store, a store for extra survival suits and safety equipment, toilets and telephonebooth/ hood (for conversation to shore), shall be provided adjacent to the sky lobby.

A heliguard shelter shall be located close to the helideck. The heliguard shall have full view of thehelideck and the helicopter approach zones through large, glarefree windows, outwardly inclined atthe top. Lighting shall be arranged to eliminate reflections from glazing at night. The room shallmainly be equipped with required communication systems and equipment for start/stop andremotely controlling the helideck fire fighting monitors, if required by the project. The room willonly be manned during helicopter operations near the installation. Direct access shall be provided tothe helideck, where this is compatible with area arrangements and noise limits. Noise reduction ofthe heliguard shelter shall allow radio communication with a hovering helicopter immediatelyoutside. Instruments shall be arranged to avoid glare. Seating for 3 persons shall be provided, unlessspecified otherwise by the project.

6.8 Changing roomsChanging rooms shall be provided for both sexes. The rooms shall be equipped with large ventilatedlockers, showers, washbasins and toilets, and sufficient space for drying of work clothes andfootwear. Lockers shall be console or wall mounted to ease cleaning. The bottom of lockers shall beprovided with air grilles and the top shall be connected flush to the mechanical air extract system. Asplash-proof heater shall be located underneath the lockers. Alternatively heating cables may beprovided in the floor, if specified by the project.

The changing rooms shall be located near the main entrance to the LQ. They shall function as abuffer between the dirty working areas and the clean LQ.

A dedicated area for storage of clean overalls shall be integrated with the changing room area, and acorresponding system for organised trolley removal of dirty overalls. The trolley transport route tolaundry and catering laydown area shall be arranged accordingly.

The floors in the changing rooms may be hosed down regularly. The rooms shall therefore havecoved skirting detailing and a sufficient number of adequately sized and grated floor drains withcleanable soil traps. The walls shall be splash-proof at least 1.5 m above the floor, and be of a non-corrosive material. Stainless steel is recommended. Retractable hot water hose reels with washing



liquid dispensers are required, conveniently placed with easy access throughout the changing roomarea. The floor finish shall be non-slip ceramic tiles, unless specified otherwise by the project.

6.9 Technical roomsAll technical rooms shall be clearly defined with respect to location and system requirements.Dimensional requirements with respect to floor areas, heights, volumes, shafts, fire ratings,distribution routes, service access etc., shall be established at an early stage. Noise and vibrationreduction measures shall be given special attention to prevent transmission of noise into personnelrooms and areas.

Special laydown areas, access routes and lifting equipment shall be provided for service,maintenance, repair and replacement of major technical equipment, in accordance with the materialhandling report.

The battery room shall be ventilated as required, and have finishes and detailing compatible withacid spillage.

6.10 Traffic areasAll traffic routes such as corridors, stairways and lift(s) shall be clearly arranged with respect toorientation and safety, and provide optimal access between the various areas and levels. Dead endcorridors should be avoided, but if used, shall never be longer than 5 m. Corridor width shall bebased on expected traffic intensity and physical geometry. The net width shall never be less than1000 mm. A minimum width of 1200 mm is recommended for corridors with frequent traffic.

All escape routes shall lead directly to emergency stairs providing access to lifeboat stations andhelideck. They shall be easy to find in total darkness and stressful situations. Handrails shall beprovided as required in stairs, lifts and corridors.

The main internal stairway(s) shall provide access to all levels between the helicopter deck and thelowest level.

Passenger lift(s) shall be provided if the LQ has more than two floor levels. The lift(s) shall provideaccess to all main levels, and at least one lift shall be dimensioned to accommodate a standardstretcher (2200 x 650 mm), with an inside cabin dimension of minimum 1200 x 2400 mm. It shalldescend to nearest landing in a power failure situation. The lift(s) shall be equipped with atelephone connected to the main telephone system (PABX) onboard the installation. The lift shall beof a hydraulic or electrical traction type, having a load capacity of minimum 1000 kg. The handrailsand interior wall and ceiling surfaces should be in brushed stainless steel. Lift(s) with automatic liftdoor(s) shall face an enclosed A-60 fire rated lobby. If a drain point is located at the bottom of thelift shaft, it shall have a fail safe mechanism against drying out/ gas ingress. It shall be possible toescape from a lift cab stuck between two levels, via ladders inside the lift shaft, and open any liftdoor above the lift cab. It shall also be possible to escape from a lift cab stuck above the highestlanding without external assistance. Lifts for floating installations shall allow for installationmovement regarding construction of guides and components.

Space shall be allowed for recessing of safety equipment cabinets as required, near external accessdoors and at other locations. Handles to cabinets shall be of a recessed type. Manual fireextinguishers and wheeled extinguishers shall have a semi-recessed fixing, in situations where asurface mounted installation may obstruct the access- or escapeway.



Vestibules for weather protection, or recessed entrances, shall be provided at all frequently usedexternal entry points. Frequently used external doors exposed to strong winds should be of a slidingdoor type.

7 ARRANGEMENT OF MAIN FACILITIES ADJACENT TO THELIVING QUARTERS

7.1 Helicopter deckThe helideck shall be dimensioned for operation of the relevant type of helicopter(s). The completehelideck with stairs, gangways, railings, markings etc., shall be of a prefabricated, approved type,fully equipped and approved in accordance with the operator's and the National Civil AviationAdministration requirements. The helideck shall be built of seawater resistant aluminium, but othermaterials may be considered, if approved by the project. A lowered perimeter walkway shall beprovided if applicable.

A best possible location shall be found for the helideck, taking into account helicopter operationalrequirements, personnel access to the helideck, avoidance of turbulence and any other pertinentrequirements. Simulation studies and/or scaled wind tunnel tests shall be performed where there isany uncertainty about flight conditions adjacent to the helideck.

Structural vibrations and noise reducing measures shall be given due attention to prevent noisetransmission to other areas.

There shall be direct access from the helideck to the sky lobby. The personnel access route(s) shouldbe weather protected, if appropriate. A simple goods handling arrangement should be provided forheavy items brought out by helicopters (e.g. pumps, valves, tools etc.), where lift or lifting tableaccess is not provided.

Each stairway at helideck level shall be equipped with collapsible handrails, and a ramp for quickrelease of wheeled fire extinguisher, unless specified otherwise by the project. Emergency hook andladder shall have quick release support fixings.

A co-ordinated approach shall ensure functional locations of all equipment, including acceptableheights and unobstructed operation of firewater monitors, lighting arrangements, escape andinformation signs, refuelling equipment etc. Equipment, skids and cabinets shall be located inaccordance with the helicopter approach zone height and sector limitations.

Helideck friction coefficient shall be clearly documented, including method of measurement. Thefriction shall be maintained in all directions, on a wet helideck. Where the proposed frictioncoefficient will imply the use of additional safety nets, this shall be highlighted for formal approvalby the project.

Necessary tie-down and winching points shall be provided.



Helideck illumination levels shall be verified to comply with requirements in a representativesituation of complete external darkness. Method of measurement shall be to approved standard, andshall include measurements at the central parts of the helideck.

A fuel dispensing unit shall be provided close to the helideck, in accordance with helicopteroperator and authority requirements.

A sheltered fuel sample test station shall be provided as required. Rollers or guides shall beprovided as needed, to reduce fuel hose movement wear due to cuts from helideck constructions.

7.2 Helicopter hangarA helicopter hangar may be required on certain installations. It shall be dimensioned for the relevanttype of helicopter specified. Tie-down and winching points shall be provided as required, to allowfor safe handling and parking of the helicopter. Deck drains and maintenance equipment shall beprovided as required.

The location of the hangar shall be based on practical, operational and safety considerations.

7.3 Mustering area, lifeboat stations and safety equipmentThe LQ is per definition the safest area on any installation. In a given emergency situation acontrolled and orderly evacuation shall be organised from the designated internal ”gathering” area,which is usually the main lounge or the dining room, to the lifeboat mustering stations. The escaperoute shall be short and direct. The lifeboat mustering stations shall be well protected andsufficiently large to facilitate a smooth, safe and quick evacuation. A free area of minimum 0.4 m2

per lifeboat seat shall be provided adjacent to the lifeboat(s).

Safety equipment, lifeboats, rafts, escape chutes and other means of evacuation shall be arranged toprovide optimal conditions with respect to protection, control, escape and launching of boats andother equipment. Doors to escape chute containers shall have hold-open devices.

All lifeboats shall be of the enclosed, motordriven, free-fall type with complete launching andrecovery arrangements, unless such an arrangement is impracticable or impossible on theinstallation considered. Any alternative arrangement shall be in accordance with NORSOK S-DP-001, Technical safety, relevant authority requirements, and be approved by the project. The requiredseating capacity per lifeboat and the total number of boats shall be specified in the Living QuartersArea Room Programme.

7.4 Workshops, laboratories, etc.Workshops, laboratories etc. shall be located adjacent to the LQ on single installations. Theworkshop area shall be arranged as required by the project and may contain the followingrooms/areas:• Laboratory w/ office equipment and store• Electrical/instrument workshop w/ office equipment and store• Telecom. workshop w/ office equipment and store (may be combined with above if specified by

the project)• Calibration room• PSV room (pressure safety valve testing)• Darkroom (X-ray room)



• Mechanical workshop w/ office equipment• Machine workshop• Weld bay• Tool store.• General store w/ office equipment• Mechanical office• Paint store/workshop• Storage for lifting equipment• Storage for scaffolding• Insulation workshop• Safety workshop• Access to coffee bar• Toilets• Cleaner's store etc.

7.5 External areasAll decks, walkways, container landing area(s), platforms, stairs and landings shall have non-slipproperties in all directions for wet and dry conditions. Heat tracing in decks/ floors shall be providedas required.

External decks and roofs shall have a design and detailing to provide efficient means of controlledwater drainage and minimise standing pools of water, for safety reasons and to reduce maintenance.This shall also apply to local enclosed roof or deck areas which may have occasional weatherexposure. Downpipes for drainage of external roof or deck areas shall be provided as required toavoid water flows at the face of constructions, designed to minimise internal corrosion problems.

Levelling screeds may be required to dissipate water in areas which are not self draining throughslopes in deckplates or other arrangements.

LQ roof, container landing area(s), external stairs and mustering areas shall be provided with utilitystations to allow hosing down with fresh water.

8 MISCELLANEOUS REQUIREMENTS

8.1 Wet roomsAll areas and rooms defined as wet rooms shall have coved skirting detailing at the joint betweenthe floor finish and the partition/wall lining. The base of the wall shall be recessed sufficiently toallow for "drip nose" detailing between the floor finish and the wall lining.

All wet rooms except typical toilets and cleaners stores in the LQ shall have floor drains. The floordrain position shall be optimal with respect to room function, gradient and maintenance. All floordrains shall be of stainless steel, have soil traps/filters for easy cleaning and shall be adequatelydimensioned for capacity.



8.2 Technical installations in walls, ceilings and decksAll technical items such as light fixtures, fittings, switches, sockets, service channels, drains, firefighting equipment, PA speakers, panel heaters, ventilation grilles, local control panels, detectors,access panels etc. shall be carefully detailed and placed to comply and correspond with all thegoverning functional and aesthetical requirements.

Technical elements to be installed in walls and ceilings shall be neatly recessed and mounted flushwith the visible side of the wall or ceiling panel, unless proper function of any one of these elementsis impaired. Examples of such items are access panels, control panels, air grilles/diffusers, detectors,light fittings, PA speakers, fire hose reels etc. Alternative installation may be applied if thefunctions of the technical elements requires open mounting, if specified by the project. Otherelements such as loose fire-extinguishers, fire fighting equipment, refuse bins etc. shall to the extentpossible be mounted in wall recesses. This is particularly important in escape ways, corridors andother circulation areas.

Adequate, concealed wall reinforcement shall be provided for all walls supporting furniture,equipment and other items.

Special foundations or brackets shall be provided for all furniture, equipment etc., to be fixed tostructural decks, floors and roofs. Drilling of holes in fire rated walls and decks that may jeopardisethe fire rating, is strictly prohibited.

All cables, pipes and ducts shall be concealed in the cavity of partitions and other types of walls.Multicable ducts/channels may be used in the office area, CCR, printer rooms, workshop area andsimilar rooms.

Antenna outlets for TV/ radio, with associated power supply, shall be provided in all public rooms,offices, kitchen staff rest room, kitchen (at shelves) and laundry handling area. Power and telecomoutlets shall correspond with planned TV/ radio position to avoid long, loose cabling.

Hinged access hatches or panels of a robust type shall be provided in walls and ceilings whereregular inspection or service access is required. It is important to identify equipment requiring suchaccess, and their exact position, at an early stage (interface). The inspection hatches and panels shallblend with the surrounding wall or ceiling system and shall be labelled as required. The panels shallbe lockable by use of a snap lock or hexagonal key system. The clear opening for ceiling panelsshall be minimum 500 x 500 mm. Fire insulation shall be an integral, protected part of the hatch/panel construction.

8.3 Ceiling heightsThe minimum net floor to ceiling height, (top of floor finish to underside of ceiling surface), shallbe as follows:

Cabins : 2300 mm (bathroom units 2100 mm)Minor stores and rooms : 2300 mmCorridors : 2300 mmCommon rooms/areas : 2400 mmCommon rooms/areas larger than 100 m2 : 2500 mmTechnical rooms : 2200 mm



TER, CER : 2700 mm

Minor areas of the ceiling surface in the common rooms, for instance above circulation routes or asa strip along walls, may have a net height of 2300 mm to create special effects and volumes.

8.4 DoorsAll doors shall be adequately dimensioned for the intended use. Thresholds shall be dimensionallyas low as possible. The maximum height between top of floor finish and top of threshold shall notbe more than 25 mm, unless required otherwise by applicable regulations.

Doors should normally open in the escape direction without blocking corridors and other escaperoutes. Panic bars shall be provided on doors in areas where there is a risk of congestion or panic.

Corridor doors and doors to stairways should have vision panels. Electro-magnetic door holdersmay be provided on corridor doors as required in each project.

A preliminary door schedule shall be developed as part of the conceptual design phase. It shall becontinuously updated throughout the various project phases, until all required information isspecified prior to procurement of doors.

Doors are covered in detail in NORSOK C-002, Architectural components and equipment.

8.5 External maintenance accessWindow washing and maintenance/inspection of external wall surfaces shall be performed fromvarious decks, platforms and walkways in a safe and functional manner. Areas inaccessible fromsuch decks shall be reached by a suitable and safe inspection/maintenance system to be provided.(e.g. winch-operated gondolas). The system shall provide working space for two persons. Forfloating installations, the inspection/ maintenance system shall allow safe operation duringinstallation movement.

An inspection/maintenance access system shall be provided under the portion of the helideck whichis inaccessible from decks and gangways. The same applies for the underside of LQ modules beingcantilevered over the sea or for other reasons are inaccessible from decks and gangways.

8.6 Artistic decorationCertain wall and floor areas in the LQ may be designated for special artistic decoration inaccordance with project requirements. These areas shall be provided with adequate reinforcementsand flexible arrangements for installation of various types of spotlights, as required. The designatedwall areas shall be free from any technical installations that may interfere technically or visuallywith the artistic work.

8.7 LightingLight design is an integral part of the architectural design and the requirements given in NORSOKS-DP-002 Working Environment. Selection and layout of light fittings shall be carefully co-ordinated between the disciplines concerned in order to satisfy the functional and aestheticalrequirements of each room/area.



Various types of light fittings shall be provided in the main lounge, dining room, sky lobby andmultipurpose room to satisfy different uses. Some of the light sources mounted in the ceiling inthese rooms/areas shall be provided with dimming facilities, which shall allow simple switchingcontrol. Adjustable spotlights should be provided to illuminate art objects, plants, etc. Lighting forcleaning purposes shall always be provided, either as part of the general lighting arrangement or ona separate circuit.

8.8 Reverberation timeAn acceptable reverberation time shall be provided in all rooms used regularly by personnel.Intelligibility of speech is important, also with respect to signals and messages transmitted by thePA-system. Absorbent surfaces shall be applied as required.

Special attention shall be given to obtain good room acoustics in kitchen (galley), dining room,lounges, multipurpose room, cabins, exercise room, laundry, CCR and telephone booths.

8.9 Refuse binsRefuse bins for separate disposal of paper, food and industrial refuse shall be located throughout theLQ, as required. Bins located near the central staircase on every level are recommended, as well asby main accessway to LQ and by the main lounge area. Each bin or bin compartment shall beproperly labelled. Bins in corridors shall be recessed in walls, ref. 8.2.

9 ROOM FINISHES SCHEDULEA preliminary room finishes schedule shall be developed as part of the conceptual design phase foreach room/area in the LQ. This schedule shall be continuously updated throughout the variousproject phases, until all the required information is specified prior to the procurement andinstallation phases. The room finishes schedule shall be read in conjunction with the interior colourschedule.



ANNEX A DATA SHEETS (NORMATIVE)

The following datasheets are enclosed:

CDS-101 Rev. 2, September 1997 Room programmeCDS-102 Rev. 2, September 1997 Room finishes schedule

NORSOK LIVING QUARTERS AREA CDS-101C-001 ROOM PROGRAMMERev. 2, Sept. 1997 Page 1 of 7

PROJECT: REV.

NO DESCRIPTION INFORMATION NOTES1 BASIC DATA1,1 Name of installation1,2 Type of installation1,3 Personnel capacity1,4 Manning philosophy for operational

phases established?1,5 CCR philosophy 1,6 Catering philosophy1,7 Design life1,8 Helicopter type for helideck1,9 Helicopter type for hangar1,10 Total number of lifeboats1,11 Number of lifeboats adjacent to LQ1,12 Lifeboat capacity (each)1,13 Environmental data available?

ROOM / FUNCTION / ACTIVITY QTY AREA TOTAL AREA % OFEACH AREA P.P TOTAL

2 CABINS2,1 Single cabin with bathroom:2,2 Double cabin with bathroom:2,3 Leave lockers

Other

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PROJECT: REV.

NO ROOM / FUNCTION / ACTIVITY QTY AREA TOTAL AREA % OF NOTESEACH AREA P.P. TOTAL

3 RECREATION AREA3,1 Main recreation room / lounge3,2 Multipurpose room3,3 TV-room (smokers)3,4 TV-room (non-smokers)3,5 Activity room3,6 Library3,7 Kiosk with storage room3,8 Music room3,9 Activity room (Hobby room)3,10 Chapel / study3,11 Exercise room/sports hall with storage room3,12 Male change and shower room 3,13 Female change and shower room 3,14 Sauna(s)3,15 Solarium3,16 Toilets3,17 Storage room(s)

SUB-TOTAL4 CATERING AREAS4,1 Dining room

Kitchen, incl:4,2 Hot and cold sections4,3 Preparation4,4 Bakery4,5 Scrub4,6 Scullery4,7 Serving area4,8 Kitchen utensil store4,9 Cleaner's store


PROJECT: REV.


4 CATERING AREAS4,10 Dry storage room(s)4,11 Cold storage rooms4,12 Freezer rooms4,13 Thawing room(s)4,14 Catering supervisor's office4,15 Rest room for kitchen staff4,16 Toilets for kitchen staff4,17 Laydown area4,18 Garbage comprimator(s) and various

containers (No., type and dimensions to be stated)

4,19 Laundry, incl:4,20 Storage of trolleys4,21 Receiving4,22 Soaking/handling4,23 Washing machine / tumble drying

machine room4,24 Clean storage /collection4,25 Storage for washing powder, etc.4,26 Living quarters main store 4,27 Central cleaning store4,28 Linen store on each accommodation

floor level4,29 Cleaners store on each floor4,30 General store on each floor

Other

SUB-TOTAL

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5 ADMINISTRATION CENTRE5,1 Manager5,2 Secretarial office (if required)5,3 Production / maintenance supervisor5,4 Administration supervisor5,5 Safety supervisor5,6 Mechanical supervisor5,7 Electrical / instrument / telecom. supervisor5,8 Visitors office5,9 Deck foremans office (near laydown area)5,10 Conference room5,11 Copy / print room, stationary, etc.5,12 Archive

Other

SUB-TOTAL6 CENTRAL CONTROL ROOM / TELECOMMUNICATION CENTRE / MARINE

CONTROL ROOM6,1 Central control room (CCR) /

Maritime control room (MCR)6,2 Field cable sorting room / equipment room6,3 Emergency room6,4 Production supervisor6,5 Operators room6,6 Printer room6,7 Telecom. equipment room6,8 Telecom. workshop / storage room6,9 Battery room6,10 Rectifier / inverter room6,11 Antenna and radar amplifier room

Other

SUB-TOTAL

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7 MEDICAL CENTRE7,1 Office / consultation room7,2 Examination / treatment room7,3 Ward7,4 Laboratory7,5 Toilet7,6 Medical storage room7,7 Store for oxygen cylinders7,8 Waiting area

SUB-TOTAL8 HELICOPTER TRAFFIC CENTRE8,1 Arrival/ departure lounge (Sky lobby)8,2 Reception8,3 Lockers for day visitors8,4 Storage for day visitors survival suits,

etc.8,5 Toilets8,6 Heliguard shelter

Other

SUB-TOTAL9 CHANGING ROOMS9,1 Dirty entrance9,2 Male changing room(s) with lockers,

washbasins, shower, toilets, etc.9,3 Female changing room(s) with lockers,

washbasins, shower, toilets, etc.9,4 Storage room / area for trolleys

(Clean/ dirty overalls)Other

SUB-TOTAL


PROJECT: REV.


10 TECHNICAL ROOMS10,1 HVAC plant room(s)10,2 Electrical switchgear room(s)10,3 Central vacuum cleaning plant room

(CVC-room)10,4 Refrigeration plant room for freezer /

cold storage rooms.10,5 Technical shafts10,6 Emergency generator room

(may be located outside LQ)10,7 Transformer room (may be located

outside LQ)Other

SUB-TOTAL11 TRAFFIC AREA11,1 Corridors / lobbies11,2 Stairways11,3 Passenger lift(s)11,4 Air locks11,5 Service shafts

Other

SUB-TOTAL

12 SUM NET AREA

13 INTERNAL WALLS/STRUCTURE

14 SUM GROSS AREA15 GROSS AREA PER PERSON


PROJECT: REV.


16 WORKSHOP AREA16,1 Laboratory16,2 Laboratory office16,3 Laboratory store16,4 El./Instr./Telecomm. workshop16,5 El./Instr./Telecomm. office16,6 El./Instr./Telecomm. store16,7 Calibration room16,8 PSV room16,9 Mechanical workshop16,10 Machine workshop16,11 Weld Bay16,12 Tool store16,13 General store16,14 Mechanical office16,15 Paint store/workshop16,16 Storage for lifting equipment16,17 Storage for scaffolding16,18 Workers coffee bar16,19 Toilets16,2 Cleaner’s store16,2 Dark room16,2 Safety workshop16,2 Insulation workshop

17 SUM NET AREA18 INTERNAL WALLS/STRUCTURE19 SUM GROSS AREA

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ANNEX B LIST OF APPLICABLE ACTS AND REGULATIONS FOR THENORWEGIAN CONTINENTAL SHELF (INFORMATIVE)

B 1 Acts and Regulations

The acts, regulations and provisions for the petroleum activity, Vol. 1 and 2. Norwegian PetroleumDirectorate, Stavanger are mandatory. See especially the following:

• Regulations relating to explosion and fire protection in the petroleum activities.• Regulations relating to systematic follow-up of the working environment in the petroleum

activities (Systematisk oppfølging av arbeidsmiljøet i petroleumsvirksomheten).• Hygienic regulations. Forskrift om hygieniske forhold med videre for innretninger i

petroleumsvirksomheten. Fastsatt av Helsedirektoratet 16.06.1991.• Act of 9 March 1973 relating to harmful effects of tobacco, with amendments.

Other acts and regulations which will affect the architectural design and area arrangements: • Hygienic regulations for food. Hygieneforskrift for produksjon og frembud m.v. av

næringsmidler. Fastsatt 8 juli 1983, med senere endringer. (Statens næringsmiddeltilsyn).• Norwegian Civil Aviation Authorities requirements. (Luftfartsverkets regler).

B 2 Applicable Regulations for Mobile Offshore Units

Regulations of 17 December 1986 concerning the construction and equipment of Living Quarters onmobile offshore units. Norwegian Maritime Directorate.

Norsok Std C-001 [1997] Living Quarters Area [r2]

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