Offshore Safety Orientation
Performance through QHSE
Performance through QHSE NPS’s expectations on QHSE behaviours are: – We are required to work safely – We are required to work correctly – We are required to look after others – We are required to follow all rules & procedures – Supervisors and Managers are obligated to: • ensure their team meets these requirements • deliver HS&E performance If in doubt ask your Supervisor
Preparations
Carry everything you will need with you. Cloths – Suitable for weather conditions Mediations – In original container with prescription PPE – Appropriate for the job Access Cards – H2S, HUET, Security Pass, PTW etc Documents – Program, Checklist, JSA, Reports etc.
Personal Medication
To ensure that your medical needs are catered for, the Offshore medic must be aware of ALL medication you take offshore. Therefore, – ALL prescribed and personal medications must be declared at the heliport baggage search (including paracetamol or aspirin). – The medications will be bagged and sealed and returned to the passenger to take offshore. – On arrival at the installation, take the unbroken sealed package to the offshore medic.
Items forbidden
Do not take these items to offshore. Drugs, Alcohol or empty alcohol containers Firearms or fire works Weapons or explosives Pressurized containers Such as WD‐40, Spray Paints etc Mobile phone Camera of any kind Knives Matches, lighters Magnetic Materials Radio Active Materials or Mercury High Powered Radio Equipment
Drugs and Alcohol Abuse
You are not permitted to travel nor work offshore if you are under the influence of alcohol or drugs. No drugs (other than prescribed or approved personal medication) or alcohol can be taken offshore. Your bags will be searched at check‐in. Don’t consume alcoholic beverages within 24 hours of going offshore. Searches of personal effects and work locations may also be performed
Helicopter Protocol
Arrival – Check‐in 1 hour before departure Documents – Submit the security pass, H2S, HUET etc Luggage – Handover the luggage for inspection Safety Briefing – Attend the pre‐flight safety film Jacket‐ Receive life jacket and instructions Foot wear – Flip flop or sandals are not allowed Luggage – 1 Piece with 25lbs (30 x 30 x 60 cm) Materials – Required prior approval from client Dangerous Goods – As per IATA & IMDG requirement Facial Hair – No beards allowed; clean shave preferred
Use of knives
Wherever possible, knives should be eliminated from the workplace and substituted with readily available and suitable alternatives. This is not always possible. In such cases, knives may be used after a risk assessment has confirmed no alternatives are appropriate. You are NOT allowed to take knives offshore in your personal baggage. Allowable knives, for work purposes, should be included as freight. If in doubt, seek advice from your Supervisor.
Use of ornaments and watch
Wearing of finger rings, earrings and facial jewellery is banned at the workface. Wearing of bracelets and necklaces is banned at the workface. This includes keys on string/leather loops. The only exception are the ‘open copper’ type medical bracelets. Watches should be removed when working with moving equipment/machinery. Watches should be completely covered by PPE (such as coverall cuffs) Watches made of metal is not allowed.
Offshore Hazards The offshore work environment has the potential to contain some specific hazards in addition to most of the hazards found at onshore facilities.
Deep Water
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Attend the HUET/Sea Survival Training Attend the Rig orientation & familiar with life jacket station Participate in Emergency Drills Don personal floatation device for all emergencies except H2S release Avoid bodily entry into the water; if required jump from lowest possible position If you see somebody fall into the water: • Raise the alarm by shouting “Man overboard”. • Throw one of the life buoys as near to him as possible. • Don’t jump into the water to assist the man
Deadly H2S
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Attend the H2S/BA training course annually Attend the Rig orientation Check the H2S concentration frequently Check if the windsock is installed for wind direction Ensure BA sets are ready for use at anytime Ensure all connections are perfectly tightened
Fire
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Carry out proper maintenance of equipment as per OEM Proper electrical wiring on equipment Remove ignition sources from flammable chemicals Have emergency shutdown on equipment No open flames or other ignition sources near wellhead/choke manifold Have flame arrestors on exhaust pipe Use only intrinsically safe components near wellhead Use Only Zone‐2 certified equipment on well site Don’t store flammable chemicals exposed to sun light No steel hammer on wellhead, choke manifold, and production lines Maintain good housekeeping Have fire extinguishers on site Smoking is only at designated area Follow rig rules on fire prevention
Hazardous Chemicals
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Use proper containers and tanks suitable for the purpose Have MSDS on site, even for sample chemical (including diesel) Read MSDS for each chemicals Label all chemical containers (big and small) Follow proper procedure for mixing Don’t use open tank for pumping hazardous chemicals (e.g. displacement tank) Add water in the tank before filling with acid Use appropriate PPE’s for chemical handling Ensure the safety shower is available, connected and working Have eye wash solution and first aid kit on site Don’t mix incompatible chemicals No ignition sources (flames, sparks) near flammable chemicals Have secondary containments wherever possible
Raised Loads
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Only qualified riggers allowed on site Discuss the job before starting lifting operation Assign a Signal man Signal man to wear reflective jacket Have SWL printed on all lifting equipment Inspect the slings and lifting points before the operation Keep clear if you are not involved in the operation Barricade the area Hands away and stand clear before lifting the load Use taglines to guide the loads No lifting during heavy wind, sandstorm, thunderstorm etc. Secure the loads before mobilization/lifting Ensure no loose items are in the basket
Slip, Trip & Fall
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Use proper footwear (Only Ankle or Rigger boots allowed) Have proper steps and handrails for CT Cabin Use Safety harness while working at height Have proper working platforms for work at height Clean up the spills immediately Remove obstacles from walkways Secure mats, rugs and carpets that do not lay flat Cover cables that cross walkways Keep working areas and walkways well lit Take your time and pay attention to where you step in Use hand rails
Manual Handling
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Bend the knees, but not beyond a right angle Keep the back straight, but not vertical Lift using the strong thigh and calf muscles Keep the centre of gravity of load and body in line with the feet While carrying, clasp the load close to the body Keep elbow close to the side Ensure you get a good grip of the load ‐ use the palms Position the feet correctly For team lifting one person must take charge of the operation (Note: The weight of to be lifted should not be more than two thirds of the sum of the individual capabilities of the team members (Men: 25kg, Women 16kg)
• Do not turn the body or head while lifting. Lift, and then pivot on feet • Do not jerk or snatch. Slowly accelerate the load • Do not use the weak back muscles to lift.
Pinch Points
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Ensure guards are in place on all rotating equipment Handle the tools and equipment carefully Don’t modify of remove machine guards Be careful while opening and closing tool boxes, doors, hatches etc. Highlight the pinch points of your equipment/tools with contrast color
Pressure failure • Supervisors to attend Well Control training • Use only certified and integral pressure containing equipment e.g. BOP, Risers, WH X‐Over, Check Valves, Pumping Irons, Hoses, Air tanks etc • Test the pressure containing equipment prior to job • Have PRV’s on high pressure lines (The outlet of the relief valve must be positioned so that it is pointing away from the equipment and personnel) • For tests with liquid, air must be removed • Tests must be conducted with liquids, whenever practical • Secure the lines with proper whip checks • Check integrity of the seals before rigging‐up • Barricade the equipment being tested • Shield the controls and operators • Evacuate all unauthorized personnel from vicinity • Have signs reading “Danger‐High pressure test in progress – Keep out” • The working pressure must be marked on the front of the fluid end • The indicator bars of high pressure hammer valves must be painted a different color from the valve.
Electric Shock
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Follow lock‐out tag out procedure before any electrical work Obtain PTW If working at height check the area before starting work Never try to repair electrical cords and appliances Only qualified electricians to repair electric appliances Use weather proof and industrial fittings for site use Ensure all electrical wires and appliances are free of defects No electrical equipment at Zone‐0 Follow proper color coding Electrical tools must have 3 wire (grounding) cord and plug, excluding double insulated tools • Ground your equipment with rig grounding point. • Electricians to use proper PPE for electric work
Extreme Hot
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Know signs/symptoms of heat‐related illnesses Monitor yourself and coworkers Block out direct sun or other heat sources Take regular breaks and stay at shades Drink lots of water Wear lightweight, loose‐fitting clothes Avoid caffeinated drinks, or heavy meals Use hard hats and UV protection goggles Cover up your body to protect skin from UV exposure
Noise
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Turn the noisy machine around Do proper maintenance and lubrication of the noisy equipment Use ear PPE (ear plugs or ear muffs) Use equipment with no or very little noise Have silencers on engine exhaust Have absorptive materials (engine mountings) Have screens wherever possible Stay away from noisy equipment if possible Reduce the time of exposure to noise
Extreme Cold
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Use proper PPE for Liquid Nitrogen Handling Dress warmly and stay dry during cold weather Avoid Exertion if you have heart decease or high blood pressure Have proper containment below nitrogen tank and unit area
Work with a valid work permit when required
You should… • Understand the Work Permit and follow it • Confirm that the Work permit is valid • Confirm with the Supervisor or the Person in Charge of the work that it is safe to start work
Conduct gas tests when required You should… • Confirm with the Supervisor or the Person in Charge of the work that the air is tested • Confirm with the Supervisor or the Person in Charge of the work that it is safe to start work • Stop work if you smell gas Gas Testers should: • Understand which tests the Work Permit requires and how often • Use certified equipment for the tests
Verify isolation before work begins and use the specified life protecting equipment You should… • Understand the isolations that protect you from danger • Confirm with the Supervisor or the Person in Charge of the work that isolations are in place • Confirm with the Supervisor or the Person in Charge of the work that it is safe to start work
Obtain authorisation before entering a confined space You should… • Confirm with the Supervisor or the Person in Charge of the work that it is safe to start work • Confirm with the Attendant that you can enter a confined space • Follow the requirements of the Work Permit Attendants should: • Approve and control access to a confined space • Have means of communication with people in the confined space
Obtain authorisation before overriding or disabling safety critical equipment You should… • Obtain authorisation from the Person in Charge or your Supervisor before overriding or disabling safety‐critical equipment
Protect yourself against a fall when working at height
You should… • Have authorisation to work at height outside a protective environment • Be aware of what fall protection equipment to use and how to use it • Check equipment before using it • Always tie off when at height outside of a protective environment
Do not walk under a suspended load You should… • Never cross a barrier controlling an area with a suspended load without authorisation • Follow the instructions of the Flagman or the Person in Charge of the lift A Person in Charge should… • Mark the unsafe area and put barriers in place • Ensure that nobody walks under a suspended load
Do not smoke outside designated smoking areas
You should… • Know where the designated smoking areas are • Intervene if you see someone smoking outside a designated area
No alcohol or drugs while working You should… • Always inform your Supervisor or the Person in Charge if you are taking medicine that may have an affect on your performance • If in doubt, always check with your Supervisor or the Person in Charge who may seek medical advice • Not use, keep, sell or distribute illegal drugs • Intervene if you see a case of alcohol or drugs abuse
While driving, do not use your phone and do not exceed speed limits On your way to heliport
Drivers should… • Not use a mobile phone or pager, send or read a text message, or use a hands‐free mobile phone device • Stay at or below the maximum allowable speed for the road your are driving on as indicated by road signs or Journey Management instructions • Stay at or below the maximum allowable speed limit for the vehicle you are driving • Adjust your speed to the prevailing conditions
Wear your seat belt Drivers and Passengers should… On your way to heliport • Always use a 3‐point seatbelt (please note exceptions* below) • Check that your seatbelt works properly • Keep your seatbelt properly fastened while in a moving vehicle • Check that everyone in the vehicle is wearing a seatbelt properly before starting to drive • Intervene when your fellow passengers are not wearing seatbelts properly * Exceptions include vehicles where only lap seatbelts are available or in public transport where seat belts are not available.
Follow prescribed Journey Management Plan On your way to heliport
Drivers should… • Confirm if a Journey Management Plan is required before starting the journey • Discuss the Journey Management Plan with the authorised person • Understand the Journey Management Plan before starting the journey • Comply with the duty, driving and rest hours specified in the Journey Management Plan • Follow the route specified in the Journey Management Plan • Always tell the authorised person immediately if changes occur
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Pre‐job meeting Discuss the following: • • • • • • • • • • • •
Prepare and Review Job Safety Analysis (JSA) Outline the job procedure and define the pressure limits Pressure testing procedure Emergency alarms, assembly area, wind direction and escape routes Define emergency team & personal assignments Communication Procedure Incident / Near Miss Reporting Personal Protective Equipment Muster Point House keeping Waste management Site rules
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30/05/2009
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30/01/2008
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