Saudi Aramco GI 6.031 REPORTING, INVESTIGATION AND RECORDING OF LOSS OF PRIMARY CONTAINMENT (LOPC) EVENTS

This official Saudi Aramco General Instruction (GI) manual, GI 6.031, provides comprehensive guidelines for the Reporting, Investigation, and Recording of Loss of Primary Containment (LOPC) events. It details the standardized procedures for documenting material releases, leaks, and spills across Saudi Aramco facilities, aiming to establish a robust database for trend analysis and incident prevention.

The document outlines the entire LOPC management lifecycle, from initial reporting through the SAP EHSM system to detailed investigation, corrective action implementation, and final recordkeeping. It also includes supplementary instructions and a flowchart for clarity.

This manual is crucial for ensuring compliance with safety standards, enabling consistent recordkeeping, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement in process safety management. It details responsibilities for employees, supervisors, management, and specialized departments like Loss Prevention.