This Draft Rwanda Standard specifies the minimum requirements for turbine lubricating oils (mineral oils and synthetic lubricants) . It specifies the requirements for a wide variety of turbines for power generation, including steam turbines, gas turbines, combined-cycle turbines with a common lubrication system and hydraulic (water driven) turbines.

This document does not specify the requirements for wind turbines.

This document is applicable to drive rotating equipment, such as pumps and compressors.

It is also applicable to lubrication for complex auxiliary systems including hydraulic systems, gear boxes and couplings.