Note:
An error in Annex B, Element 6, was corrected 2004-10-13. (An element was deleted and some others were renumbered to match section 4)

This standard describes items and methodology for evaluating and following up the HSE management systems used by contractors. Annex A presents contractual requirements based on the items and methodology in the standard.

The standard applies to both operational- and construction related operations, including new facilities and modifications to/conversion of existing plants. This NORSOK standard does not apply to management or reporting activities which are solely intended to achieve a specified HSE level in the actual contract object.