Dosecc Health Manual

Drilling, Observation & Sampling of the Earths Continental Crust, Inc.
Health, Safety and Environmental Manual
Section 1 HSE Management

Table of Contents: Section 1
Section 1: DOSECC HSE Management
1.1 Corporate Statement of Policy 1.2 DOSECC Organizational chart 1.3 HSE Organizational chart 1.4 Management of Health Safety, and Environment 1.4.1 1.4.2 1.4.3 1.4.4 1.4.5 1.4.6 HSE Management Philosophy HSE Objective HSE Plans Communication Reporting Hardware Inspection and Compliance
1.5 Definitions of Terms and Abbreviations
Corporat Statement porate Policy Cor porate Statement of Policy

DOSECC Inc. is committed to be the leader in the scientific drilling community. It is DOSECCs firm conviction that to achieve this objective, an integral part of DOSECC culture must be an absolute commitment to the safety and health of all employees and other persons who may be affected, and to the optimum protection of the environment in which its operations are conducted.
1.1 Corporate Statement of Policy

The following guidelines are implemented as part of DOSECCs commitment to the safety and health of all persons involved in the scientific drilling operations: Compliance with Health, Safety and Environment policies of DOSECC form an integral part of all management objectives and is an essential part of the individual objectives of each employee. The Health, Safety and Environment policies of DOSECC shall be communicated to all employees, to the client of DOSECC and its suppliers, and to all third parties with whom DOSECC may be associated. It is the policy of DOSECC that working safely and protecting the environment is a condition of employment. No employee will commit, condone, nor knowingly be party to an unsafe act or violation of DOSECCs Health, Safety and Environment policies. DOSECC shall provide training to all employees to enable them to protect their health, to work safely and to protect the environment.
It is the responsibility of each individual to ensure compliance with DOSECCs Health, Safety and Environment policies and procedures, and to conduct himself in a manner so as to protect him, the environment and others who may be affected by his actions. Clients, suppliers and third party personnel working on DOSECC drilling rigs or in DOSECC facilities are required to conduct themselves in a manner, which is in compliance with DOSECC Inc. Health, Safety and Environment Policies, as well as the policies of their respective companies. DOSECC will help the employees to care for their own health. When required by project location and condition, medical support provided may include vaccinations, physical check ups, and medical evacuation. In addition, DOSECC shall provide its personnel with various kinds of assistance such as information or medical insurance plans. However, the ultimate responsibility for personal health lies with each employee. DOSECC will review its policies and procedures on Health, Safety and Environment whenever necessary. Revised policies and procedures will be communicated to all 3
concerned and shall become effective immediately.
1.2 DOSECC Organizational Chart
1.4 Management of Health, Safety and Environment

1.4.1 HSE Management Philosophy HSE Management is : An effort to prevent accidents and minimize losses. An integral part of our business, and is of equal importance to service quality, motivation and profitability. There is a permanent interaction between HSE performance, operation, efficiency, personnel motivation, morale and financial success. A line management responsibility. As illustrated in the organization charts, the HSE Departments are a specialized function assisting the line management to adequately address HSE issues. To manage HSE adequately the line manager is supported by DOSECC Personnel and by the President. The guidelines are communicated to each project and rig. 1.4.2 Specific HSE Plans Specific HSE plans shall be established by the HSE Director and rig manager at the beginning of the year and at the start of major projects. Validity of such plan is one year or for the duration of the project. Rig specific HSE plans shall be approved by the Rig Manager and the Person-In-Charge (PIC). 1.4.3 Communication
DOSECC ORGANIZATIONAL CHART

President Engineering Operations Manager Rig Manager * Rig Man In Charge (MIC) Financial Director
The above chart show the typical line management reporting (solid line) and direct reporting (dotted line). The position of Rig Manager may not exist on all projects.
1.3 Health, Safety and Environmental Organizational Chart

President
HSE Director
Operations Manager Engineering Fabrication Implementation
Administrative
Financial
1.4.3.1 Communication of HSE Plans When approved, the HSE plans will be communicated to all relevant DOSECC personnel. The plans shall be posted at the respective worksites. Techniques like meetings, slide presentations, videos, etc., will be used to inform the relevant DOSECC personnel. The HSE plans shall be communicated to the Client. 1.4.3.2 Other communication techniques a.) HSE Alerts are issued to advise Rig personnel of an immediate danger. It recognizes a serious deficiency in our equipment, procedures or HSE systems. An alert must reach the rig and be acted upon on an urgent basis. The PIC shall confirm that action had been taken. The alert is to be filed on the rig in a 3-ring binder called HSE Alerts, b.) PIC: HSE Memorandum will be sent to To notify DOSECC personnel on HSE statistics, Sharing lessons learned from accidents, through detailed accident investigation, Informing him/her on new HSE techniques and equipment, and advertising new HSE approaches successfully implemented on specific rigs. 1.4.4 Reporting
Communicate the information through line management, for analysis and action, Circulate the information of a general interest and nature within DOSECC and its personnel, Monitor the implementation of actions, Increase the level of HSE expertise throughout DOSECC. HSE reporting procedures within DOSECC are: a) At Rig Level: 1) Accident Report , 2) Accident Analysis Report, 3) Report Minutes of Rig HSE Meetings. b) At Headquarters (HQS) Level: 1) Accident Review, 2) Management Inquiry for Catastrophic Accident, 3) Project/Rig HSE Plan Adjustment, 4) HQS HSE Monthly Report. 1.4.5 Hardware Inspection and Compliance Assessment Hardware inspection shall be carried out on the rig site by the PIC or his designate, to verify correct condition of equipment. Compliance assessment shall be carried out on the rig site by the HSE Director or his designate, to verify that the Policies and Procedures are correctly understood and complied with. 5
Reporting is required to:
By comparing actual HSE results to the HSE objectives, we can determine the adequacy of the plans put in place. 1.4.5.1 Conflict Wherever and whenever DOSECC HSE policies and procedures differ from the applicable regulations in the area of operations, the most stringent of such requirements shall apply. When an operation is asked to deviate from DOSECC HSE policies and procedures, a request of exemption shall be placed and work shall not commence until the exemption is granted by the President.
and resulting in harm to people, damage to property or environment. Potential Accident Any undesired event, which under slightly different circumstances, may have resulted in an accident. Damage Damage can be of 3 types: Damage to life Damage to property Damage to environment For each type of damage, there is a severity scale: catastrophic, major, serious, light and potential. Reportable accident Any accident or potential accident, involving DOSECC personnel, DOSECC property or occurring in circumstances considered under DOSECCs direct control. A reportable accident shall be reported on HSE accident report form. Lost Time Injury (LTI) Any work related injury resulting from a reportable accident that prevents the victim from continuing in the next following shift the same job that he was performing before the injury. Logistical delay for the purpose of medical examination shall not be taken into account. If the injury happens just before the victim goes on vacation and a medical examination reveals later on that the victim is unfit for work, the injury is a LTI. If the victim resumed work normally after the injury, but later on, as a consequence of the same injury, has to be put off work or on light duty, the injury shall be reclassified as a LTI. Non-Lost Time Injury (NLTI)
1.5 Definitions of Terms and Abbreviations

DEFINITIONS Rig Rig here refers to any drilling equipment operated by DOSECC on land, inland water or offshore. Qualified Personnel Any person in possession of a valid certificate of proficiency covering the activity being carried out. Approved Personnel Any person officially appointed in writing by the PIC (or higher authority) to carry out a specific task. Accident Any undesired event involving contact with substance or source of energy above the threshold of the body or the structure, 6
Any work related injury, which is not a LTI. Light Duty (LD) Any work performed by a person that does not include all the normal duties of the regular job. Days Without Lost Time Injury (DWLTI) Number of consecutive days worked without a LTI. The very first day worked following a lost time injury is numbered day # 1. Frozen DWLTI Any time a rig is officially stacked (i.e. when the crew is partially or completely removed, preventing the rig from performing normal operations like drilling or rig move), the count of DWLTI is stopped and frozen until the crews necessary to recommence the normal operation return to the rig. Work Related Injury Any injury occurring during working hours. Also includes outside work hours injury when occurring in circumstances considered under DOSECCs direct control. Non Work Related Injury Any injury which is not a work related injury. Occupational Illness Any work related illness resulting in days away from work, days of restricted work activity, job transfer, medical treatment or abnormal health condition. The basic difference between injury and illness is the single event concept. If the damage resulted from something that happened in one instant, it is an injury. If it resulted
from prolonged or multiple exposure to a hazardous substance or environmental factor, it is an illness. Permanent Partial Disability Any injury, which results in the complete loss, or permanent loss of use, of any part of the body, or any impairment of functions of parts of the body. The number of days lost is based upon the ANSI (American National Standard Institute) tables and not upon the number of days of unfitness. Life Loss The number of days lost allocated is 6000. It is counted as an LTI. Days Lost It represents, in the case of a reportable accident, either the number of days of unfitness for work as per Doctors certificate, or the number of days allocated in case of a permanent disability (partial or total), or death. LTI Frequency Rate Number of LTIs per million of manhours worked. It is calculated as follows Nbr of LTIs x 1,000,000 Man-hours LTI Severity Rate Number of days lost per million of manhours worked. It is calculated as follows Nbr of days lost x 1,000,000 Man-hours LTI Rate Number of LTI expressed per one thousand DOSECC personnel working per year. Man-hours Total number of hours worked by DOSECC personnel, including overtime 7
and training, but excluding travel time, leave, rest, sickness, and other absences. Rig Man-hours Actual man-hours worked on a rig by DOSECC employees and subcontracted employees working under DOSECC supervision. (Typically for an offshore rig: 12 hours per man on board, per day). Contracted catering crew are excluded. Administrative Man-hours worked in offices, yards, and training centers. Part Per Million (PPM) Concentration of a gas or liquid, in volume per million of volumes. One ppm is equal to 0.0001 % concentration. DOSECC Automotive Any of the following (either DOSECC owned or rented) : cars, vans, trucks, motorbikes, or any other powered 2, 3 or 4 wheeler (on or off-road), forklifts, wheel-loaders and mobile cranes which are operated by DOSECC personnel. DOSECC Personnel Means DOSECC employees and any subcontracted employees under direct supervision of DOSECC. Reportable Automotive Accident Any accident involving a DOSECC automotive and resulting in damage to automotive in excess of 1,000 US$ and/or in a LTI to employee or third party personnel. Automotive Accident Rate Number of reportable automotive accidents expressed by one thousand DOSECC automotive per year. 8
Restricted Areas Areas prohibited to nonessential personnel. He, Him, His Shall mean: he/she, him/her, his/hers. Shall Indicates a mandatory requirement. Should Indicates a recommendation. Will Indicates a future commitment ABBREVIATIONS CFC CPR DST DWLTI EPIRB H2S HP HSE HQS LD LEL LTI PIC MSDS NLTI PA PMS PPE PPM RVP SCBA SWL TDS VAPS Chloro-fluoro-carbons Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation Drill Stem Test Days Without Lost Time Injury Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon Hydrogen Sulfide High Pressure Health, Safety and Environment Headquarters Light Duty Lower Explosive Level Lost Time Injury Person In Charge Material Safety Data Sheet Non Lost Time Injury Public Address Planned Maintenance System Personal Protective Equipment Part Per Million Region Vice President Self Contained Breathing Apparatus Safe Working Load Top Drive System Vehicle Accident Prevention System
Section 2 HSE Management

Policies and Procedures

Section 2: HSE Management Policies and Procedures
2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 2.6 2.7 2.8 2.9 Person in Charge Emergency Response Plan Alarms Drills HSE Meetings Toolbox (pre-job) Meeting Pre-Spud Meeting and Inspection HSE Committee Equipment Maintenance, Inspection and Use
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2.1
Person In Charge (PIC)
2.2
Emergency Response Plan
On all rigs, the PIC is responsible for ensuring compliance with the HSE policies and procedures.
2.1.1 Designated PIC The PIC of any rig shall be the DOSECC Rig Superintendent. 2.1.2 Authority of the PIC The PIC of any rig shall be one, and only one person. This critical responsibility cannot be shared with anyone, whatever the circumstances and/or the operations of the rig. The PIC shall be in complete and ultimate command of the rig. The PIC actions shall be governed by the policies and procedures of DOSECC. 2.1.3 Delegation of the PIC The PIC is not necessarily an expert in every aspect of the installation of the rig and its operations. The PIC commands the assistance of specialist technicians and can delegate certain tasks with respect to the execution of such specialist functions. However, the PIC shall remain in ultimate command at all times. 2.1.4 Exception On an offshore self-propelled rig, the DOSECC designated PIC shall be the Captain holding a Master (unlimited) license.
There shall be Emergency Response Plans at DOSECC Headquarters, and each rig. The Emergency Response Plans shall be in writing and made available to the personnel concerned.
2.2.1
Approval of the Emergency Response Plans: Each Plan shall be approved by the line manager in charge of the operation. The level of approval is as follows: Rig level Rig Manager/PIC Region level HSE Director HQS level President
2.2.2
Scope of the Emergency Response Plans: The Emergency Response Plans shall cover the various scenarios resulting in possible critical situations and shall mention the course of action requested. The Emergency Response Plans are recommended to cover, when and where applicable: Medical evacuation Man overboard Missing person Helicopter accident Road accident Collision at sea Loss of stability Fire/Explosion Emission of flammable or toxic substances Sabotage/criminal acts/riots/war 11
Blowout Severe weather condition Total power failure Pollution control 2.2.3 All the applicable Emergency Response Plans shall be maintained in one binder. Recommended Control Mechanism: Emergency Response Binder
Rescue drill - once a month Man overboard drill - once every 3 months, weather permitting Lifeboat launching drill - once every 3 months, weather permitting Pit drill and blowout drill - once a week as per Well Control Manual H2S drill - once a week by each crew, when drilling in suspected or known H2S area Other Emergency Response drills - as mentioned in the Emergency Response Plan 2.4.2 Drills Evaluation The PIC shall evaluate the drill with the Supervisors and personnel involved, upon completion of the drill. 2.4.3 Recording of the drills The drills shall be recorded in the Daily Drilling Report in use. 2.4.4 Drill Procedures Abandonment Drill (offshore and inland water only) Purpose: To prepare all personnel to abandon the rig in the event of an emergency and to demonstrate that personnel can perform their assigned duties. Conduct of the drill The drill shall be preplanned and should emphasize the key learning points.
2.3 Alarms
The PIC is responsible for defining clearly distinguished alarm signals to identify various emergency situations.
2.3.1
Alarms will be tested during drills.
2.3.2 Alarm signals will be clearly posted in conspicuous places.
2.4 Drills
Drills shall be conducted at specific intervals and attended by all required personnel.
2.4.1
List and frequency of drills: Fire and abandonment drills once a week on rig, once a year elsewhere Fire with a mock injury - once a month
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The drill should be held on varying days of the week and at varying times. The scenarios of the drill shall change, incorporating operational problems to better assess reaction of crew. For example: simulate a boat nonoperational, a PIC incapacitated, or engine not starting, etc. An announcement over the public address system shall be made this is a drill, this is a drill, this is a drill, abandon rig, abandon rig, abandon rig, this is a drill, this is a drill, this is a drill, repeated in the predominant local language. The designated alarm for abandon rig shall be sounded. All personnel shall report promptly to their station bill assignment unless excused by the PIC. All personnel will be mustered and should, as called, state their duties. The standby boat, where available, will be mobilized to a standby position. All personnel shall don proper clothing, preferably coverall, and a life vest or carry immersion suit, if required on board. Hard hats, boots and safety glasses shall be worn during the drill. Two qualified lifeboat men shall be assigned to each lifeboat. The lifeboat then shall prepare lifeboat for boarding. Gripes/Safety pedals will be attached and all release mechanism safety pins will be confirmed in place. Personnel shall enter the lifeboat following instructions of the lifeboat man
in command, and then fasten their seat belts. The recommended maximum number of personnel to board shall not exceed the safe working load of the safety pendant assembly. The lifeboat man in command shall explain the operation and the lowering procedure. The boat engine shall be started and operated. The rudder shall be activated to check it is free. The boat radios shall be tested.
After personnel have disembarked, the lifeboats shall be lowered 10-15 feet below the boarding deck to ensure the lowering mechanism functions properly. The release cable from inside the boat shall be used from the deck. Under no circumstances will anyone be allowed inside the boat during lowering. The Davit winch brake will be manned. Upon completion of the drill, the lifeboat man in command shall ensure that the lifeboat is returned to a state of readiness. Fire drill Purpose: To prepare rig crew for the emergency of a fire and to demonstrate that personnel can perform their assigned duties. Conduct of the drill Fire drill should be followed by abandonment drill every week (offshore and inland water). 13
At least once a month, the drill should include a mock injury or a rescue situation. The scenario of the drill shall change, incorporating operational problems to better test the reaction of the crew. For example: empty fire extinguisher, fire team leader incapacitated, use smoke generator, etc. The rig medic shall be ready to assist in the sick bay. The observer of the fire will immediately pass the alarm and indicate the location of the fire. The designated alarm will be sounded. An announcement over the public address system shall be made This is a drill this is a drill this is a drill. fire in , fire in , fire in , this is a drill this is a drill this is a drill repeated in the predominant local language. The PIC or his designate shall immediately go to the designated command center. Personnel not assigned to the fire fighting/rescue team or to critical rig operation, shall muster promptly at the required location. Excuses shall require prior approval of the PIC. Muster shall be taken by a designated person. The fire fighting/rescue team shall muster at the fire station closest to the fire location with the appropriate equipment. Life jackets will not be worn by the team during the drill. 14
A designated person shall start the fire pump and stand by for instructions. Reports shall be regularly rendered to the command center. Standby boat, if available, shall be notified and mobilized to a standby location. Before securing from the fire drill, the PIC is responsible for clearly indicating what additional actions would be taken in the event of a real fire. Man overboard drill (Offshore and inland water) Purpose: To train personnel in rescue operations and launch/recovery procedures, and check response time to the emergency. Conduct of the drill The drill shall be preplanned and shall emphasize the key learning point(s). The scenario of the drill shall change, incorporating operational problems to better test the reaction of the crew. For example: faulty rescue boat, team leader incapacitated, etc. The drill shall consist of a man overboard dummy being thrown in the water. The floatable doll or dummy should be the approximate size, shape and weight of a man. The word Man Overboard shall be passed upon throwing the dummy overboard.
The designated alarm will be sounded. An announcement over the public address system shall be made This is a drill, this is a drill, this is a drill, man overboard at..., man overboard at ..., man overboard at ..., this is a drill, this is a drill, this is a drill, repeated in the predominant local language. A life ring buoy shall be thrown over the side in the vicinity as soon as the word has been passed. Periodically, lights and smoke flares shall be used to add realism to the drill. On alarm announcement, the rescue team shall muster at the rescue boat or the designated lifeboat. The standby boat, if available, shall be notified for assistance. The crane operator shall prepare to lower the rescue boat, if no special device exists. A lookout shall be posted whose sole responsibility is to watch the man overboard and continually point towards him. The rig medic shall stand by in the sick bay. If available, the standby boat shall retrieve the dummy. If no standby boat is available, the rescue team should descend and retrieve the dummy with the rescue boat, only upon PICs instructions. Before concluding the drill, the PIC is responsible for clearly indicating what additional actions would be taken in the event of a real man overboard situation.
Lifeboat launching drill (Offshore only) Purpose: To ensure proper operation of the lifeboats and associated equipment and to demonstrate that personnel can perform their assigned duties. All lifeboats shall be launched, fully operated and retrieved, but only one lifeboat will be tested at a time. Conduct of the drill The drill shall be held once every three months weather permitting, at the discretion of the PIC. The drill may be held offshore while on a drilling location, or in shelter waters when the rig or vessel is undergoing annual inspection. In either case, a launching drill shall only be held in calm weather and sea conditions. The maximum crew necessary to operate any lifeboat for this drill shall be 6 men: In command: certified lifeboat man, Release mechanism operator: certified lifeboat man, 4 others:one being a mechanic, to assist whenever necessary for launching and retrieving the lifeboat and to assist in correcting mechanical problems. No other personnel shall be allowed in the boat during the drill. The standby boat, if available, shall move downwind of the lifeboat landing area prior to commencing the lowering of the lifeboat.
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The lifeboat man in command is to ensure a clear landing area below the lifeboat before starting to lower the boat. Radio contact shall be made before launching and maintained at all times with rig. When the lifeboat leaves the davits, no one other than the lifeboat man in command shall do anything to affect the lowering of the boat. The order to release the boat from the Davit falls shall not be given by anyone other than the lifeboat man in command and shall not be given by him until he ensures by visual means that he is waterborne. All equipment shall be operated to ensure proper functioning.
Conduct of the drill The drill shall be preplanned and shall emphasize the key learning point(s). The drill shall include the use of various lifesaving equipments and shall be conducted in a realistic manner. The PIC and the Rig Medic shall be part of the drill. Retrieval from a confined space shall be done in conformity with the procedure on confined space entry. Before concluding the drill, the PIC and the Medic are responsible for clearly indicating what additional actions would be taken in the event of a real accident. H2S drill Purpose: To prepare rig crew to the event of H2S release in the air, and check the response time to the emergency. Conduct of the drill H2S drills are mandatory on a weekly basis when drilling in a suspected or known H2S area. The drill shall be preplanned and shall emphasize the key learning point(s). The drill shall be held on varying days of the week and at varying times. The designated alarm will be sounded. Announcement shall be made over the public address system that This is drill, this is a drill, this is a drill. H2S, H2S, H2S, this is a drill, this is a drill, this
The lifeboat man in command shall maneuver the lifeboat alongside the rig, reconnect Davit falls to hooks and be raised back up to the davits. If a permanent radio installation exists in the lifeboat, the current rig radio frequencies shall be posted. Course headings to safely clear the rig may also be posted at lifeboat man in command position. Rigs equipped with life rafts A review of launching instructions and boarding procedures shall be conducted. Rafts are not to be launched. Rescue Drill Purpose: To train the fire rescue team in rescue operations, and check response time to the emergency. 16
is a drill, repeated in the predominant local language. The standby boat, if available shall be notified and moved to an area upwind. Any helicopter flying to the rig shall be notified over the radio that a H2S drill is in progress. - All nonessential personnel shall promptly report to the designated upwind safe briefing area. The essential crew, as listed on the H2S contingency plan, shall don their breathing apparatus, and wait for instructions. The PIC and a designated assistant wearing SCBA shall go to the scene with a portable gas detector to assess the H2S concentration. A muster shall be taken by a designated person, and reported to the PIC. Any missing person shall be searched for. . The PIC shall clearly indicate what additional actions would be taken in the event of a real H2S alert. Recommended Control Mechanism: Daily Drilling Report in use
2.5.1 The HSE meetings shall be held for the purpose of: discussing/explaining/reviewing the HSE policies and procedures, reviewing an accident or a potential accident, bringing up a new Health, Safety or Environment issue. 2.5.2 The PIC and the Manager are responsible for ensuring that HSE meetings are held. 2.5.3 Each meeting shall be chaired on a rotating basis by a member of the crew. 2.5.4 Each meeting shall be documented on a DOSECC HSE meeting report form. 2.5.5 A nominated person shall be responsible for taking the minutes of the HSE meeting. 2.5.6 The list of personnel attending the meeting shall be shown on the HSE meeting report form. 2.5.7 A copy of the meeting report shall be posted and kept on the rig. 2.5.8 The list below suggests topics that can be discussed during HSE meetings: recent accidents, potential accidents to personnel, equipment and/or environment, that may be of interest to the crew, HSE plan progression, hazards not corrected, substandard practices observed by the crew, HSE news memorandum, review of a particular policy, communication of HSE alerts concerning the crew, introduction of new arrivals to the crew, 17
2.5 HSE Meetings
All DOSECC personnel working on rigs shall participate in a HSE meeting at least one week. Third party personnel and Client shall be invited to the HSE meetings.
practical demonstration of equipment, such as lifesaving, fire fighting equipment, SCBAs, manual lifting, CPR training, etc... Recommended Control Mechanism : HSE Meeting Report
2.6 Toolbox (pre-job) meeting
A pre-spud meeting shall be held to ensure that all parties involved are fully aware of the scope of work, and that HSE issues are addressed. On land rigs, a pre-spud inspection shall be performed before spudding each well.
Prior to starting any non-routine job, a toolbox (pre-job) meeting shall be held by the Supervisor in charge to acquaint each person involved in the operation with the scope of work, the hazards and the specific procedures to be followed.
2.7.2 The responsibility of holding the prespud meeting lies with the DOSECC Rig Manager or PIC. Example: New contract or geographical area Rig Manager and PIC New well within same contract - PIC 2.7.3 The pre-spud meeting shall address the various HSE aspects of the project. Responsibilities shall be clearly defined as well as line of reporting. When relevant, the emergency responses and well control procedures shall be discussed and finalized between the participants. 2.7.4 Minutes of the meeting shall be issued and dispatched to each attendee. 2.7.5 In the case of a new contract or change in geographical area, the pre-spud meeting shall be carried out on the rig site and chaired by the Rig Manager. The attendees shall include the Client representative, the PIC, the Barge Engineer, the Chief Mechanic, and the Chief Electrician. 2.7.6 For land rig operations, the pre-spud inspection should be performed using a predefined check list. Recommended Control Mechanism : Pre-spud meeting inspection check list.
2.6.1 The toolbox meeting shall be short and concise, and held preferably on the site where the work is to be performed. 2.6.2 All persons involved in the operation shall attend the meeting and have input to the discussion. 2.6.3 A toolbox meeting should also be held if the Supervisor feels the crew is not experienced enough for a certain task, when the operations deviate from plan, upon request of a crew member, or when a work permit has to be issued.
2.7 Pre-Spud Meeting and Inspection
2.7.1 The pre-spud meeting shall include all the key participants to the project; including Service Companies and Client representatives. 18
Annexed document: Sample of pre-spud inspection check list Annex # 1
2.8 HSE Committee
At Headquarters level: President, HSE Director, Operations Manager, Personnel Manager, R&E Manager or his designate Employees representative(s)
There shall be a HSE committee on all rigs and at Headquarters.
2.8.3 A minimum of 3 members is required to hold a HSE committee meeting. Client and Service Companies may be invited to contribute. 2.8.4 The Chairman shall rotate at every meeting and shall be designated in advance for the next meeting. 2.8.5 A HSE committee meeting shall be held at least once every three months. 2.8.6 The meeting shall start by reviewing the minutes of the last meeting and giving an update of the actions undertaken. 2.8.7 There shall be a designated person responsible to administer the minutes of the meeting. The minutes shall show the names of the participants, the summary of the discussion, and the lines of actions decided, with deadlines. The minutes shall state the proposed date for the next meeting, and shall be endorsed by two persons attending the meeting. 2.8.8 The minutes of the meeting shall be posted on HSE bulletin board. Recommended Control Mechanism : HSE Committee Report Annexed Documents : Sample of HSE Committee Report Annex # 2
2.8.1 in :
The HSE committee shall participate Investigation and review of all accidents including personnel injuries, occupational illness, damages to equipment and/or environment, as well as potential accidents. Review employees recommendations taken from the safety suggestions box. Making recommendations to the management to prevent recurrence of accidents. Carrying out inspections at worksite. Keeping the employees informed on HSE actions and progress. Developing HSE plans and monitoring progress.
2.8.2 The following minimum composition is recommended: At Rig level: PIC
2.9 Equipment Maintenance, Inspection and Use

2.9.1 Modification or alteration of equipment is dangerous to your safety and those who may subsequently use the machine that are not aware of the modification. 19
Department heads: Chief Mechanic, Chief Electrician, Barge engineer, Rig medic, HSE officer/ Training instructor if any
HSE related equipment and systems shall be maintained, inspected and used as per DOSECC maintenance policies and procedures. Each item of equipment and system shall not be modified without prior approval from the Operations Manager.
2.9.2 All modifications must be submitted to the Operations Manager, where upon engineering will be done to determine if this is a safe modification, and how to best implement the modification. Recommended Control Mechanism : Modification Proposal Note
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Section 3 Health
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Section 3: Health Policies and Procedures
3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 3.5 3.6 3.7 3.8 3.9 3.10 Pre-employment Medical Examination Regular Medical Examination Special Medical Examination Malaria Prevention Vaccinations Noise Personal Medical Record Emergency Medical Response Plan Personal Hygiene Rig Medic
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3.1 Pre-Employment Medical Examination
medical centers, and following the appropriate medical questionnaire. 3.2.2 The periodicity should be every 3 years, following the pre-employment examination.
Prior to employment, personnel shall be medically examined by a competent medical center in order to assess the individuals fitness for work.
3.2.3 The results of the examination shall remain strictly medically confidential, and shall be accessible to the employee concerned, upon request. A health passport is issued to the employee. Recommended Control Mechanism : Health Passport Annexed Documents: DOSECC Confidential Medical Form Annex # 3 Health Passport Annex # 6
3.1.1 The examination shall be carried out as per the appropriate DOSECC questionnaire. 3.1.2 Similar examination is recommended for subcontracted labor. 3.1.3 A certificate of fitness shall be issued by the examining physician. 3.1.4 The examining physician will be provided with copy of the guidelines for unfitness to work on a DOSECC operation.
Recommended Control Mechanism : Certificate of Fitness Annexed Documents : DOSECC Confidential Medical Form Annex # 3 Certificate of Fitness Annex # 4 Criteria for Unfitness to Work on DOSECC Operations Annex # 5
3.3
Special Medical Examination
Prior to resuming work after an injury or an illness, the DOSECC employee shall be confirmed fit to work by a competent physician. DOSECC employees returning from a risk country are entitled to a medical examination.
3.2
Regular Medical Examination
3.3.1 A certificate of fitness shall be issued by the examining physician. 3.3.2 Personnel returning home after more than 6 months continuous stay in one of the following countries, is entitled to a medical. Recommended Control Mechanism: Certificate of Fitness
All employees assigned outside their home country, are entitled to undergo a periodical medical examination.
3.2.1 The periodical examination shall be performed in one of the selected worldwide 23
Latin America Barbados Bolivia Brazil Chile Colombia Costa-Rica Ecuador Guatemala Mexico Peru Trinidad &Tobago Uruguay
Asia Bangladesh Brunei Cambodia China India Indonesia Iran Iraq Jordan Laos Myanmar Pakistan Philippines Turkey
Africa Algeria Angola Cameroon Congo Egypt Ethiopia Ivory Coast Libya Nigeria Somalia Sudan Zaire
Oceania Papua-New Guinea
3.4
Malaria Prevention
3.4.1 Malaria infected countries are divided into 3 zones depending on malaria resistance to Chloroquine: Zone 1 Zone 2 Zone 3 Areas where Chloroquine is effective against malaria Chloroquine is moderately effective Chloroquine resistant areas
All DOSECC employees traveling to a Malaria infected country shall be briefed about Malaria prior to departure.
Malaria infested countries: (This list defines known areas and is not exhaustive)
Africa Country Zone
Angola Cameroon Chad Congo Egypt Gabon Ivory Coast Nigeria Somalia South Africa Sudan Ziare 3 3 2 3 1 3 3 3 2 2 2 3
Asia Country
Bahrain Bangladesh India Indonesia Iran Iraq Malaysia Myanmar North China Oman Pakistan Philippines Saudi Arabia South China Syria Thailand Turkey U.A.E. Yemen
Zone
1 3 2 2 1 1 2 3 2 1 2 3 1 3 1 3 1 1 2
Latin America Country Zone

Argentina Bolivia Brazil Columbia Coasta Rica Equador Guatemala Mexico Peru Venezuela 1 2 3 3 1 3 1 1 2 3
Australia/Oceania Country Zone

Papua/New Guinea 3
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3.4.2 Preventing mosquito bites is the first line of defense against malaria. It consists of the following actions: Indoors: Keep the doors and windows closed Install fine mesh screens on the windows (16 holes per 6 mm x 6 mm square) Use air-conditioning (cool air prevents the presence of mosquitoes). Use insect-repellent such as: allethrin, pyrethroid, etc. Use mosquito nets impregnated with Permathrine or Deltamethrine over the beds Outdoors: Protect skin with long sleeve clothing Protect exposed skin with mosquitorepellents (creams, sprays, lotions) containing DEET (Diethyltoluamide: Autan*, Cutter*, Combat*, Neophiltre*). 3.4.3 Briefing shall include review of the pamphlet DOSECC . 3.4.4 It is the responsibility of the employee to ensure that the malaria briefing is received. Note: * is the commercial name of the product.
Yellow fever 1 shot - validity: 10 years Tetanus + Polio 3 shots at 4/6 weeks intervals - a booster one year later - a booster every 10 years Hepatitis A 2 shots at one month interval 1 booster one year later - a booster 10 years later Hepatitis B 3 shots at one month interval a booster one year later - a booster every 5 years Typhoid 1 shot - validity: 2 years
Cholera 2 shots at one month interval - validity: 6 months (only mandatory if going to and coming from a cholera infested country) 3.5.2 Vaccinations to be discussed with a consulting physician, depending on the destination and health status: Tuberculosis: if negative test, vaccination to be repeated. Meningitis: especially if traveling to risk countries (Sahelian Africa, Brazil, Uruguay) Recommended Control Mechanism: Health Passport
3.5
Vaccinations
All DOSECC employees working outside their home countries shall have current valid vaccinations required by the country assignment. It is recommended to follow DOSECC vaccination guidelines.
3.5.1 Vaccinations recommended by DOSECC:
3.6
Noise
Each rig shall establish a map indicating the zones where noise levels are above 85 dba for the work area.
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3.6.1 A map showing the decibel zones for the site shall be posted on the HSE bulletin board.
Recommended Control Mechanism: Personal Medical Record Annexed Documents : Personal Record Form Annex # 8
3.7
Personal Medical Record
3.8
Medical Emergency Response
A personal medical record shall be established for each DOSECC personnel assigned to a rig. This record shall contain information, which might be required in case of emergency, and shall also mention any illness or medical treatment followed by the individual.
3.7.1 The personal medical record shall indicate The name and address of the new arrival His blood group, if known Any known allergy to drug or treatment Any known physical preexisting condition Any known medication taken or given Person to contact in case of emergency
Every worksite shall have a Medical Emergency Response Plan. The plan shall be posted in conspicuous places
Plan
3.8.1 The Medical Emergency Response Plan should indicate actions and contingencies to address adequately the medical emergency. Recommended Control Mechanism: Medical Emergency Response Plan Annexed Documents : Guideline to Medical Emergency Response Plan Annex # 9
3.9
Personal Hygiene
3.7.2 It is the Rig Medic responsibility to ensure that the above information is gathered from each new comer, and that proper personal record forms are completed. 3.7.3 The personal medical record shall be filed in the Medics filing system and shall be kept confidential and current. 3.7.4 In case of medical evacuation, the Medic shall complete the reverse side of the personal medical record form which shall accompany the evacuated person.
Anyone present on a DOSECC installation shall conform with elementary personal hygiene standards such as: regular showers, changing clothes, shaving, treatment of minor injuries, proper use of facilities (sanitaries, bathrooms, disposals).
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3.10
Rig Medic
If a medic is employed on a DOSECC rig, he shall be certified.
the relevant hazardous MSDS available. He will ensure, that the proper first aid treatment needed to handle any accident involving existing hazardous material is available.
3.10.1 The Rig Medic reports to the PIC. His function is to manage Health Care on the work place. His responsibility covers all the personnel living and/or working on the rig site. 3.10.2 Main Responsibilities of the Rig Medic: The main responsibilities are: medical emergency case treatments, routine medical care/ hygiene, routine health care, administration and other clerical work. He must know the medical procedures. Emergency: An emergency is a lifethreatening situation and includes: shock, cardio vascular problems, heavy bleeding, fracture, unconsciousness, burns (chemicals, electrical, cold...), intoxication, bites, trauma. In such cases, the duty of the rig medic is to administer first aid and to stabilize the condition of the patient(s) until arrival of a medical doctor, or until a medical evacuation is carried out. He must be able to accompany the patient(s) to the medical evacuation place, after proper preparation for the transportation. He shall be able to use emergency techniques as established by DOSECC. 3.10.3 Routine Medical Care/Hygiene The rig medic shall ensure that the catering services comply with DOSECC standards. The rig medic shall keep a list of all hazardous materials on the rig and shall have all 27
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Section 4 Safety
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Section 4: Safety Policies and Procedures
4.1 Personnel 4.1.1 4.1.2 4.1.3 4.1.4 4.1.5 4.1.6 4.2 Safety Training for Newly Hired Employees Employee Certification New Comers Facial Hair Medical Care Safety Award 4.6 4.5
4.4.3
Grounding Circuit
Pressure 4.5.1 4.5.2 4.5.3 High Pressure Lines and Fittings Pressure Vessels Compressed Air
Manual and Mechanical Lifting 4.6.1 4.6.2 4.6.3 4.6.4 4.6.5 Lifting Equipment Cranes Personnel Lifting Handling and Storage of Tubulars Tripping Tubulars
Fire and Gas 4.2.1 4.2.2 4.2.3 4.2.4 Fire Protection Fixed Gas Detection devices Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S) Storage and Use of Combustibles 4.8 4.7
Derrick and Mast 4.7.1 4.7.2 4.7.3 Derrick and Mast Structure Casing Stabbing board Equipment installed in the Derrick or Mast
4.3
Life Saving and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) 4.3.1 4.3.2 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Life Saving Equipment
Hazardous Conditions and Operations 4.8.1 4.8.2 4.8.3 4.8.4 Restricted Areas Protection Confined Spaces and Tank Entry Working Over Water
4.4
Electrical 4.4.1 4.4.2 Electrical Lockout Electrical Work
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4.8.5 4.8.6 4.8.7 4.8.8 4.8.9
Hazardous Substance Handling and Storage Mud Pump Relief Lines Wireline Operations Well Perforating Rig Mobilization, Demobilization, and Site moves
4.9
Automotive Safety 4.9.1 4.9.2 4.9.3 Seat belts Maximum Travel Velocities Driving DOSECC Automotives
4.10
General and Miscellaneous 4.10.1 Drugs, Alcohol, and Weapons 4.10.2 Horseplay and Practical Jokes 4.10.3 Smoking 4.10.4 Swimming and Diving 4.10.5 Wearing of Jewelry 4.10.6 Housekeeping
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4.1
Personnel
4.1.2.1 Each supervisor or line manager is responsible for his subordinates certification. 4.1.3 New Comers
Each newly hired employee shall be given a Safety Induction Briefing, in order to safely carry out his duties.
4.1.1 Safety Induction Briefing for Newly Hired Employees 4.1.1.1 The safety induction briefing will be administered by the District line management. 4.1.1.2 The safety induction briefing will cover as a minimum the following topics: Corporate Statement of Policy Chain of command: rig organization chart Introduction to the HSE manual Introduction to HSE systems applicable to the new hire position 4.1.1.3 During the safety induction briefing, a HSE handbook listing the DOSECC policies will be given to the new employee, with receipt of acknowledgment, and instruction to read and follow the DOSECC policies. 4.1.1.4 The safety induction briefing should normally be done in one day. 4.1.2 Employee Certification
All newcomers shall report immediately to the PIC or his designate representative to be briefed on HSE policies, emergency procedures and rig orientation.
4.1.3.1 Newcomers are considered to be all personnel arriving at the rig site for the first time. 4.1.3.2 Each rig shall have a system in place ensuring that all new comers report immediately to the PIC or his designate. 4.1.3.3 The new comers shall be immediately instructed on the layout of the rig, the location of mustering stations, the different types of alarms, emergency procedures and station bills. 4.1.3.4 Offshore and inland water: the new comer shall be assigned an embarkation station, and shall be escorted to it. He shall be shown where spare life jackets (or immersion suits) are stored and use will be demonstrated. He shall be shown his quarters and the emergency escape routes. 4.1.3.5 The new comers shall be issued a safety information card or leaflet specific to the rig. The DOSECC HSE handbook will be made available. 4.1.3.6 A rig orientation by his direct supervisor shall be conducted to familiarize him with the lifesaving equipment, high risk areas, no-smoking
Each employee shall pursue certification in his function as per DOSECC training requirements.
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areas, working areas and conditions, and to review with him DOSECC HSE rules applicable to his function. 4.1.3.7 A tutor shall be designated from the regular crew members to assist the DOSECC new comer in working safely during his first hitch. 4.1.3.8 The PIC or his designate will inform the relevant supervisors of all new comers. 4.1.3.9 The new DOSECC employee shall wear a hard hat. 4.1.3.10 The Rig Manager is responsible to ensure that each new employee is provided with adequate PPE prior to transfer to the rig. 4.1.3.11 The PIC is responsible to ensure that each new employee is provided upon his arrival on the rig with the adequate PPE. 4.1.4 Facial Hair
4.1.6
Safety Award
Each DOSECC rig shall have a safety award scheme.
4.2
Fire and Gas
Each rig shall be equipped with sufficient and regularly maintained fixed and/or portable fire-fighting equipment.
4.2.1
Fire Protection 4.2.1.1 Personnel a) Personnel shall be instructed in the use of the fire-fighting equipment during fire drills and training exercises. b) Each rig shall have designated firefighting/rescue team(s): - 2 on each offshore and inland water rig - 2 on each land rig (rig and camp) - 1 on shore base and yard c) Each rig fire-fighting team shall consist of at least 6 men, one of which is designated Team Leader and shall be qualified in Basic Fire Fighting. 4.2.1.2 Detection a) Each accommodation space shall have a smoke or heat detector. 4.2.1.3 Equipment a) Each offshore and inland water rig shall be equipped with at least two (2) 33
Those personnel who may be required to wear SCBAs or escape masks in the course of their duties, shall trim facial hair so as not to interfere with mask seal areas.
4.1.5 Medical Care
Any rig without readily available medical care shall have a Rig Medic.
firemens outfits and two (2) sets of personal equipment. b) Fire-fighting equipment, pumps and stations shall be visually inspected at intervals not exceeding 28 days. A record of inspection shall be maintained at rig level and fire extinguishers tagged showing date of inspection. c) Fire-extinguishing appliances shall be kept in good order and be available for immediate use at all times. Fire hoses shall not be used for general purpose, and fire stations cabinets shall be sealed with lead wires or similar system after inspection. d) Aluminum parts shall not be used on fire mains, hoses or nozzles for offshore or inland water rigs. e) There shall be a fire emergency response plan posted in conspicuous places. 4.2.1.4 Fire Extinguishers a) The fire extinguishers shall be marked with an identification symbol and the letter(s) that indicate the class of fires they shall be used for. b) The fires shall be treated depending on their class: - Class A fires: occur in common materials such as wood, paper, mattresses, rags, rubbish, etc... The quenching and cooling effect of water or water solutions is recommended. - Class B fires: occur in the vapor-air mixture over the surface of flammable liquids such as gasoline, oil, grease, paints and thinners. Class B fires are 34
extinguished by limiting air (oxygen) or by providing combustion-inhibiting agents. - Class C fires: occur in or near electrical equipment. Nonconducting extinguishing agents must be used. - Class D fires: occur in combustible metals such as magnesium, titanium, zirconium, lithium and sodium. Specialized techniques, extinguishing agents and equipment must be used to control this type of fire. c) Fire fighting foam concentrate It shall be tested by an authorized laboratory as per Manufacturers Recommendations 4.2.1.5 Oil-based mud, flammable or combustible fluids a) Any rig working with an oil-based mud or storing flammable or combustible fluids shall be equipped with an appropriate fire detection and protection system. b) The rig will be kept free of mud/liquid spills that represent a source of fire hazard. Adequate cleaning equipment and detergents will be made available to the rig and regular cleaning schedule will be enforced. 4.2.1.6 Reporting of fire Any fire shall be reported to the PIC, and the Rig Manager, and an Accident Report issued. Recommended Control Mechanism: Fire Plan
4.2.2
Fixed Gas Detection Instruments 4.2.3.1 The H2S contingency plan shall give clear instructions to the rig personnel on what action is to be taken in the event of an H2S emergency. 4.2.3.2 These instructions shall include: The location of safe briefing areas depending on wind direction. The location of H2S protective equipment. The identification of the alarm. The search and rescue procedures. The evacuation procedures. The communication procedures. The specific assignments and duties of all rig personnel. Any other relevant points.
Each rig shall be equipped with a fixed gas detection system for continuous monitoring of the concentration of combustible gases and hydrogen sulfide in atmosphere.
Rig Type Land Rig Offshore & Inland water rig
Combustible 2 (bell nipple & shaker) 3 (bell nipple, shale shaker, mud pit room)
H2S Gas** 3 (rig floor, shale shaker, cellar deck) 5 (rig floor, shale shaker, cellar deck, mud pit room, living quarter air intake)
4.2.3.3 The H2S contingency plan shall be tested periodically by performing H2S Drills. The periodicity shall be fixed by the PIC, but at least once a week for each crew in a suspected or known H2S area. 4.2.3.4 Recommendations on H2S alarm activation a) Low level alarm: on detection, it shall activate an alarm to inform the personnel of the presence of H2S and state of alert will be initiated. All the nonessentials crew will immediately muster to the upwind safe briefing area. b) High Level Alarm: on detection, it shall activate an alarm and reaction of personnel will be as above. Remaining essential personnel will don SCBA and/or connect cascade system and carry out assigned duties as per H2S contingency plan. 4.2.3.5 Training Requirements 35
4.2.2.1 The minimum detection points shall be as follows:

(**) Refer to policy on H2S (see 4.2.3)
4.2.2.2 The detectors shall be regularly inspected, calibrated and information recorded. 4.2.3 H2 S
In known or suspected H2S area, each rig shall have a written H2S contingency plan, and H2S detection equipment. Each rig shall have adequate protective equipment for all personnel on each rig.
4.2.4 Storage and Use of Combustibles a) In non suspected H2S areas: the following personnel shall be qualified for H2S operations: PIC Drillers
A non suspected area is defined as an area where previous drilling and work over operations on wells have shown no traces of H2S, or if so, levels always less than 10 ppm. b) In suspected or known H2S areas: all essential crew shall be qualified for H2S operations. The essential crews are the workers assigned to critical operations that are necessary to ensure the safety of the installation and personnel on the rig. An approved H2S instructor shall be permanently present on the rig for training. A suspected or known H2S area is defined as an area where there is a known occurrence of H2S. Previous drilling and work over operations on wells have shown concentration of H2S in atmosphere at levels equal or above 10 ppm. c) The list of essential crew shall be made by the Rig Manager and the PIC depending on the rig type and activity. d) Guidelines for H2S Contingency Plan are recommended to be used. Recommended Control Mechanism: H2S Contingency Plan Annexed Documents: Guidelines for H2S Contingency Plan Annex # 13 36
Storage of combustible with a low flash point shall be limited to the minimum stock possible, according to the operational constraints. These products shall be stored in appropriate containers and spaces.
4.2.4.1 Oil, paints and thinners containers shall be kept closed when not in use. 4.2.4.2 Paints and thinners shall be stored in a dedicated paint locker, located outside classified zones and as far as possible from quarters, offices, hazardous areas, ignition sources or other combustibles storage areas. Offshore and inland water rig : paint locker shall be an enclosed space with: a fire detection system a fixed fire-extinguishing system an explosion-proof extractor fan
Fire-fighting instructions shall be clearly posted in English and/or the predominant language Onshore paint locker shall be either: designed as above, or a well ventilated container or skid, with a roof-protection against sun. This container shall be away from rig components, and a portable fire
extinguisher shall be available in the vicinity. 4.2.4.3No one shall be allowed to paint in an unventilated area. If necessary, air supplied respirators will be provided to the personnel. 4.2.4.4 When using spray equipment, painters shall wear filter masks and goggles, or air-supplied respirators. Exposed skin shall be coated with barrier cream. 4.2.4.5 Flammable liquids such as gasoline or helicopter fuel shall never be used for cleaning mechanical parts of working clothes. Nonflammable products shall be used, preferably nontoxic and biodegradable. 4.2.4.6 The storage and use of helicopter fuel shall only be authorized with a proper helicopter refueling station, located at least 15 meters (50 feet) from the wellbore. Appropriate fire fighting equipment shall be available. 4.2.4.7 Storage areas shall have containment facilities to prevent free spillage and minimize fire hazards.
a) Hard hats shall be worn by all personnel at all times in the specified areas, and outside accommodations and offices. b) Hard hats shall be fitted with a chinstrap, while working aloft, in windy areas or on helidecks. c) Hard hats should be designed to accommodate earmuffs or face shields. d) Hard hats shall be made of nonconductive material. 4.3.1.2 Hearing Protection a) Hearing protection shall be worn by all personnel in specified areas. b) Hearing protection shall be made available by the DOSECC to all personnel. 4.3.1.3 Eye Protection a) Safety goggles shall be worn when chipping, grinding, hammering, cutting wireline, changing tong dies, scrapping paint, using a drill machine, operating a press, a lathe- machine, and for any other activity which may result in a foreign body in the eye. b) In addition to the safety goggles, a face shield shall be worn when handling corrosive or harmful products (solids or liquids). c) Welding helmet or hand-held shield shall be used when performing arc welding, rather than welding goggles. d) Welding goggles shall be worn when using a cutting torch. e) Except when required above, safety glasses shall be provided on an individual basis, and worn by all personnel in specified areas and when outside accommodations and offices. f) Eye wash stations shall be available at least in the following areas: rig floor, 37
4.3 Life Saving and Personal Protective Equipment

4.3.1 Personal Protective Equipment
Personal protective equipment (PPE) shall be provided by DOSECC and used by personnel.
4.3.1.1 Head Protection
mud pit room, mud mixing area and shale shaker area. 4.3.1.4 Clothing a) Coveralls worn by all DOSECC personnel working on a rig, yard, workshop or warehouse are optional. b) Long sleeve coveralls are recommended for all personnel. c) Loose clothes that can be caught in moving machinery must not be worn. d) Rain suits shall be provided in case of rain, use of oil-based mud or use of completion fluids. e) Apron, face shields and rubber gauntlets shall be worn when handling caustic or corrosive product. f) In cold areas, adequate thermal clothing shall be worn. 4.3.1.5 Hand Protection a) Safety gloves shall be provided to all DOSECC personnel and worn as appropriate. b) Asbestos-free high temperature gloves shall be worn when handling hot pieces of equipment. c) Leather welders gloves shall be used when welding, cutting or heating. 4.3.1.6 Foot Protection a) Safety boots or safety shoes shall be worn by all personnel at all times in specified areas and outside accommodations and offices. b) Safety boots shall be preferred to safety shoes for rig personnel, for better ankle protection. Safety shoes may be accepted for visitors and catering crew. c) Neoprene safety boots or over boots shall be worn for chemical protection when handling caustic or corrosive products. 38
4.3.1.7 Respiratory Protection a) Appropriate respiratory protection equipment, as specified by the Material Safety Data Sheet, shall be worn for personal protection. b) Whenever there is a risk in encountering an atmosphere immediately dangerous to health, a SCBA positive pressure type, shall be worn. 4.3.1.8 Anti-fall devices An anti-fall device coupled to a full body safety harness shall be worn at all times by personnel working while exposed to a fall of 2 meters (6 feet) or greater, or climbing unprotected vertical ladders with the same exposure. The anti-fall device shall be certified as per manufacturers instructions. The system shall be able to stop the persons free fall within 0.6 meters (2 feet). 4.3.1.9 Derrickmans safety harness layout There shall be permanently installed two derrickman harnesses at the monkeyboard. Each harness shall be connected to a vertical anti-fall device (see above), secured to the mast or derrick. In addition each harness shall have two adjustable horizontal lines, to hold the derrickman when in working position. The harness shall be a full body harness with a wide belt, two lateral D rings for the horizontal lines, and a back D ring for the vertical line. The vertical anti-fall device shall never be disconnected, except if the derrickman has to escape in an emergency (without having time to
remove his harness), or when the harness is to be replaced. 4.3.1.10 Derrickmans escape device Each rig shall have at least one escape device, allowing the derrickman to evacuate from the racking platform level, in case of an emergency. The device shall be installed before spudding the well as per the Manufacturers instructions. The device shall be of a controlled descent type. A test shall be done whenever the device is installed, and every 3 months thereafter, as per Manufacturers instructions. The test shall be carried out using a dead weight. The landing point shall be as far as possible from the well center. It shall be located at an unobstructed level that allows a quick and safe escape. The saddle and carriage shall not be tied to the derrick, mast or racking platform, but shall be secured by a simple and easily releasable latch, so as to be ready for immediate use. The saddle shall be positioned at racking platform level in such a manner that the user may safely access it without risk of falling. 4.3.2. Life Saving Equipment
4.3.2.1 The inspection and maintenance of the life saving equipment shall be recorded. 4.3.2.2 Life saving equipment shall be protected as much as possible against corrosion, dust, grease, oil, chemical attack, or other agent: therefore fiberglass cabinets are recommended. LIFEBOATS 4.3.2.3 Launching instructions shall be displayed near the lifeboat loading area and inside the lifeboat. 4.3.2.4 When the lifeboat is in the stowed position, it shall be in ready-togo condition. 4.3.2.5 The safety pendants shall be attached when a person is working on the lifeboat or winches, and during abandonment drills. 4.3.2.6 Load testing shall be done with sack material or water bags only. Under NO CONDITION shall crewmen be used for a load test. 4.3.2.7 Lifeboats shall be maintained in a continuous state of readiness. Lifeboats inspections shall be carried out visually every week, and using a checklist every month. 4.3.2.8 The release mechanism will be of the on-load type. 4.3.2.9 All safety pins or other safety devices used to avoid accidental release of the boat shall be checked monthly
All rigs shall be equipped with the necessary life saving equipment, which shall be regularly inspected and maintained in constant state of readiness.
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during Preventive Maintenance task for condition and correct positioning. 4.3.2.10 The release lever shall be painted in red and marked DANGER LEVER DROPS BOAT. INFLATABLE LIFE RAFTS 4.3.2.11All life rafts shall be installed in elevated position so that they do not lie in pooled water and to allow existing draining holes to perform correctly. 4.3.2.12 Launching instructions shall be displayed near the life raft station. All personnel shall be familiar with the launching procedures. 4.3.2.13 Installed inflatable life rafts shall be attached to the rig with a hydrostatic release and a weak link connected to the painter line, in order to allow the raft to be released and inflated automatically in case of vessel sinking. The manual release of the life raft shall not require more than one person for operation. When hydrostatic release cannot be manually operated, a quickrelease device shall be installed. 4.3.2.14 Inflatable life rafts shall be serviced every 12 months by an approved servicing station. 4.3.2.15 Hydrostatic release shall also be serviced at the same time by an approved station, or be replaced. Special attention shall be given to the replacement and proper hook up of the weak link. 4.3.2.16 The life raft container shall be marked with: Rigs name Manufacturers name. Serial number. 40
Number of people who can be embarked. Length of the painter line. Maximum permitted height of stowage above the waterline. Validity date.
4.3.2.17 The life rafts shall be visually inspected every week, and inspected monthly using a checklist. LIFE JACKETS 4.3.2.18 Liife jackets shall be available on each offshore rig and inland water rig. Number of life jackets shall not be less than 150% of the maximum allowable persons on board. 4.3.2.19 They shall be fitted with a whistle firmly secured by a cord, a light and retro-reflective material. 4.3.2.20 The life jackets shall be stowed inside each bed room (one per bed), and spare units in closed and labeled containers located in the vicinity of the lifeboat stations (life raft for inland water rig). 4.3.2.21 Life jackets donning instructions shall be posted in conspicuous places. They shall be donned properly and returned to their respective stowage place after use. 4.3.2.22 Life jackets shall be inspected at least once a year, or more frequently if deemed necessary. WORK VESTS 4.3.2.23 Sufficient number of work vests with reflective material shall be provided on each offshore rig and inland water rig.
4.3.2.24 A work vest shall be worn whenever working over the side, below the main deck, or anywhere a person could fall overboard. 4.3.2.25 Work vest shall be adjusted to the wearers size arid securely fastened. 4.3.2.26 The work vests shall be returned to labeled stowage containers after use. 4.3.2.27 The work vests shall be inspected weekly. IMMERSION SUITS 4.3.2.28 All rigs in cold water areas shall be equipped with enough immersion suits for at least 150% coverage of personnel. 4.3.2.29 One suit shall be stowed at each bunk and the remainder shall be properly stowed near the lifeboat station. 4.3.2.30 At least two (2) suits shall be designated for training purpose only. Each person shall don a training suit at least once a year. The persons name and the date shall be documented. 4.3.2.31 When immersion suits are on board, the life jackets shall be worn during the abandonment drill, and the immersion suit carried by each person. 4.3.2.32 The immersion suit shall not be removed from the bag during the drill. It shall only be removed for emergencies and annual inspections. LIFE BUOYS 4.3.2.33 Each offshore rig and inland water rig shall have at least eight (8) life buoys.
4.3.2.34 At least four (4) life buoys shall have a flashing water-operated light, of which at least two (2) shall have buoyant smoke signals. 4.3.2.35 In addition to the above, at least two (2) life buoys shall be fitted with a buoyant lifeline having a minimum length of 30 meters, or twice the distance from the stowage location to the waterline, whichever is the greater. 4.3.2.36 A life buoy shall never be permanently tied or attached to the rig in any way, in order to be easily and quickly thrown over the side. 4.3.2.37 If a person falls overboard, a life buoy shall be thrown near him, not at him, even if the person cannot reach it, so as to mark the approximate position and assist in rescue operation. LINE THROWING APPARATUS 4.3.2.38 Each offshore rig or inland water rig shall be provided with at least one (1) line-throwing appliance. RADIO LIFESAVING APPLIANCES 4.3.2.39 Two portable VHF units shall be available on the rig so that they can be rapidly placed in any lifeboat or life raft.
4.4
Electrical
4.4.1 Electrical Equipment for Classified Areas 4.4.1.1 Classified areas
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All electrical equipment installed in a classified area shall have a correct type of protection. The classified areas drawings on each rig shall be defined by the DOSECC Research and Engineering Department.
All combustion engines operated within a zone 2 area shall be equipped with: spark arresting system on exhaust (or spark arrestor silencer) quick shut off device acting on fuel supply and/ or air intake manifold Engines permanently located within a zone 2 area will be equipped with a flameproof starter (air). 4.4.2 Electrical lockouts
All DOSECC rigs shall have clearly identified hazardous areas. Definition of classified areas: Zone 1 In which an explosive gas/ mixture is likely to occur in normal operations. Zone 2 In which an explosive gas/ mixture is not likely to occur in normal operation and if it occurs, will exist only for a short time. Nonhazardous area: manned or unmanned areas in which an explosive gas/mixture will not occur in normal operations. Note: a Zone 0 is also defined as a zone where an explosive gas/air mixtures are continuously present or present for long periods. 4.4.1.2 Equipment suitable for classified areas Electrical equipment shall comply with flag authority and API specifications for each of the classified areas. Additional Clients requirements shall be referred to DOSECC Engineering for review. 4.4.1.3 Combustion engines located inside zone 2 42
All electrical equipment or electrically driven components will have lockout safety switches. Before performing any work on such equipment, it shall be locked out and corresponding switchgear panel tagged, to prevent accidental activation.
4.4.2.1 A work permit shall be obtained prior to commencing potentially hazardous work on any electrical equipment or electrically driven equipment. 4.4.2.2 A test shall be performed on the isolated equipment to verify that the isolation is effective. 4.4.3 Grounding circuit
Land rig loads connected to electrical supply shall be grounded immediately when set on location. Fuel tanks shall also be grounded.
4.4.3.1 Each land rig shall have a ohmeter capable to measure the resistance of the grounding circuit, which shall not exceed 20 ohms. 4.4.3.2 The grounding circuit shall be visually inspected every week, and resistance measured at the installation and once a month thereafter. Information shall be recorded. 4.4.3.3 The grounding diagram shall be of a loop type, i.e. the continuity of the grounding circuit will still be maintained even if one conductor is severed. 4.4.3.4 The ground connection will be the rat-hole on the rig-site at the beginning of the operations, and well head as soon as practical; on campsite, it can be made using a galvanized grating in a 1 meter deep pit, the grating being placed on a bed of sand, and covered by a bed of salt and followed by a top coat of sand. The place will be kept wet for a good conductivity. 4.4.3.5 The skids grounding connections shall be rustproof (stainless steel bolts are recommended). 4.4.3.6 The grounding cable shall have a section equal to the largest conductor, but limited to 125 mm2. 4.4.3.7 For each location, the grounding diagram shall be conspicuously displayed. 4.4.3.8 Any time the rig or camp layout is modified either by adding, removing or moving a skid, the PIC or his designate shall verify that the grounding circuit is modified accordingly, and retested.
4.4.3.9 On all rigs, the ground fault detection system shall be in compliance with the Research and Engineering standards.
4.5
4.5.1
Pressure
High Pressure Lines and Fittings High Pressure Line Snubbing
All connections on high-pressure surface circulation lines shall be snubbed with adequate means to prevent them from swinging or kicking in case of sudden release of pressure.
4.5.1.1 As a guideline, high pressure means equal to or above 7,000 kPa (1,000 psi) working pressure. 4.5.1.2 Rigid piping shall be tightly clamped so as to minimize vibrations. 4.5.1.3 All open ended high pressure relief lines shall be secured. 4.5.1.4 High-pressure rigid piping shall not be modified without following DOSECC procedures for modification. Snubbing of chicksan lines 4.5.1.5 High pressure chicksan lines shall be snubbed at each joint as well as the discharge end to prevent violent swinging in the event of a sudden release of pressure. High pressure fittings 4.5.1.6 All high pressure lines shall be equipped with high pressure fittings of equivalent rating. Care shall be taken to ensure that no low-pressure fittings are 43
ever installed in high pressure lines. For replacing or repairing damaged high pressure lines rated more that 21,000 kPa (3,000 psi) working pressure, weld on type connections shall be used. Mud pumps relief lines Refer to 4.8.6 4.5.2 Pressure Vessels 4.5.3
5 years for portable fire extinguishers, SCBA cylinders 3 years for fiber wound cylinders Other pressure vessels: as per Manufacturers recommendations.
Compressed air
All pressure vessels (pneumatic or hydraulic) shall be factory made and certified, equipped with a pressure relief mechanism, and a pressure gauge. They shall be regularly inspected, and retested after any repair, or modification.
4.5.2.1 Pressure vessels include both high and low pressure vessels. Each rig shall have a listing of the pressure vessels on the rig, showing the following information: Safe working pressure / Date of last pressure vessel inspection and test Pressure Relief Valves setting / Date of last relief valve test 4.5.2.2 Each pressure relief mechanism shall be tested annually or following any repair. 4.5.2.3 Pressure vessels shall be tested preferably hydraulically. Pneumatic testing is extremely dangerous and shall be avoided when at all possible. 4.5.2.4 The period between two pressure tests shall be :
Compressed air may be used only with pneumatic tools and equipment designed for its use.
4.5.3.1Compressed air shall not be used for cleaning a persons body. 4.5.3.2 The use of compressed air for clearing a blocked line or pipe is prohibited, with the exception of the routine operation of the bulk system. Sweeping surfaces to remove debris is authorized with adequate nozzle. 4.5.3.3 The main air system supplying the rig shall not be connected to the flare boom. The air supply to the flare boom shall be independent from the rig air, coming from a dedicated air compressor directly piped to the flare boom. A check valve shall be located at the burner end of the flare boom airline. Such check- valve shall be tested prior to starting a Drill Stem Test. 4.5.3.4 Isolation valves shall never be installed between an air relief valve and air pressure vessel.
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4.6.1
Manual and Mechanical Lifting

Lifting Equipment
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Factory-built and certificated lifting equipment will be used on all rigs and worksites. Other lifting equipment will only be permitted after a successful documented load test.
4.6.1.7 All certificates covering lifting equipment shall be safeguarded and filed under the responsibility of the PIC. Lifting hooks 4.6.1.8 Rig floor tugger lines used for picking-up and laying-down tubular shall be equipped with a shackle and a ball bearing swivel of adequate SWL. The use of hooks on tuggers is forbidden. 4.6.1.9 Positive locking hooks shall be used when lifting casing by the box and pin ends with a crane. 4.6.1.10 Whenever a risk exists to release the load if the sling is slacked off, a shackle should be used instead of the hook. 4.6.1.11 Plate lifting clamps should be used to lift/handle steel plates. 4.6.1.12 Shackles used for a permanent connection shall have the pin secured. 4.6.1.13 A drilling line record shall be available on all rigs and kept under the PICs responsibility. It shall contain the line certificate of origin, service date, slipping and cutting details, as well as record of inspections. 4.6.1.14 The line-pull reading shall be available at all time by means of a certified weight indicator. The weight indicator shall be maintained and calibrated. 4.6.1.15 No part of the drilling line shall be in direct contact with the metal components of the rig floor mast or block guards, or any other parts that may damage the cable. 45
4.6.1.1 The SWL (Safe Working Load) shall be marked on all lifting equipment. 4.6.1.2 A register of existing lifting equipment shall be established and kept updated. 4.6.1.3 Wire rope clips or grips shall never be used on man riding equipment. 4.6.1.4 Lifting equipment shall be inspected thoroughly by an approved person every six month, and recorded in the lifting gear register. 4.6.1.5 Non factory built or certificated lifting equipment shall be load tested to 2 times the safe working load. This test will be witnessed by the PIC and recorded in the lifting gear register. 4.6.1.6 A color coding system shall be in force on all rigs and worksites, in order to easily identify the lifting gear currently in use. Only equipment found fit for purpose during inspection by the approved person, will be color-coded. Any lifting equipment incorrectly colorcoded shall not be used. After each 6 monthly inspection, a different color shall be used. The color red shall not be selected except to identify unfit equipment.
4.6.1.16 Splicing of the drilling line is strictly prohibited. 4.6.1.17 A visual inspection shall be carried out by the PIC or his designate, and after an operation involving work that may have caused extra wear and tear of the line (jarring, fishing, running heavy casing...). 4.6.1.18 Use of the weight of the drill string to facilitate slipping of the line is strictly forbidden. Rigs equipped with motion compensators and/or power swivels shall hang the block with certificated safety pendants prior to slip and cut line. 4.6.1.19 Cutting drilling line will be done using a cable cutter (preferably hydraulic type). 4.6.2 Cranes
4.6.2.2 Offshore cranes shall be equipped with a load watcher, giving a continuous indication of the hook load and rated load for each radius. The indicator shall give a clear and continuous warning when approaching the rated capacity of the crane. A VHF radio system shall be installed. 4.6.2.3 Mobile cranes shall be equipped with an audible alarm and a flashing light while in transit, as well as a panoramic rearview mirror. They shall not be operated without outriggers deployed. 4.6.2.4 Crane operators shall be able to clearly communicate with the handling crew. It is the duty of the Crane Operator to know the weight of each cargo before proceeding to the lift. Only one (1) man shall give signals to the crane operator. Should the crane operator receive instructions/signals from more than one person at a time, he shall stop the operation. There shall be a common set of crane signals in use by all banks man and crane operators on each rig. 4.6.2.5 The crane signaling, found in the accompanying chart, is recommended. 4.6.2.6 The crane operator shall only lift a load after confirming that the load is properly slung, tag lines used and area clear of obstruction and personnel. The load should remain in his direct sight. Where not possible, a banks man shall remain in his direct sight to give signals. 4.6.2.7 Tag lines shall be used to control the movement of any load handled by the crane. 4.6.2.8 It is the responsibility of the crane operator to ensure that the lifting
DOSECC cranes or subcontracted cranes shall comply with HSE standards and shall be operated only by approved crane operators.
4.6.2.1 Cranes shall be fitted with a minimum of: 46 Load / radius charts Weight indicators on the load line Radius indicator An over boom stop An under boom stop A block saver on the load and fast line A portable fire-extinguisher for class A, B or C fires
assembly includes an adequately rated weak link. 4.6.3 Personnel Lifting
4.6.3.4 Personnel shall not ride the elevators and links either up or down derrick. Personnel shall not ride on a cranes hook, sling or load. 4.6.3.5 No one shall be hoisted into the derrick/mast while the drill-string is rotating and/or the blocks are in motion. 4.6.3.6 No one shall be hoisted using pod line tensionners or any other tensionners. 4.6.4 Handling and Storage of tubulars
Lifting of personnel shall only be performed using equipment that complies with HSE standards. The person operating the lifting machinery shall be an approved operator.
4.6.3.1 A certified man-riding tugger shall be used when lifting personnel. 4.6.3.2 Draw works catheads shall not be used for lifting personnel or equipment. 4.6.3.3 The person being lifted should always remain in the sight of the operator of the lifting device. If not possible, he shall be directed by an experienced banks man.
Tubulars shall be stored and handled safely.
4.6.4.1 Picking-up and laying-down of tubulars shall always be done using a lifting cap shackled on the lifting line, or a single-joint elevator.
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4.6.4.2 Any tubular lifted up horizontally shall be slung at both ends, and tag lines used. Use of open hooks is prohibited. 4.6.4.3 While picking-up, laying-down tubulars, the vee-door stairs shall not be used by personnel. 4.6.4.4 While transferring tubulars, no one is permitted inside a pipe bin, or between pipe racks. 4.6.4.5 Joints of drill-pipe that are to be added to or removed from the drill string shall not be allowed to remain in the mouse hole while hoisting or lowering pipe during a trip. 4.6.4.6 Each stand of drill pipe being hoisted from the rig floor set back area shall be restrained using a rope, as the pipe is lifted. 4.6.4.7 Pipe racks will be fitted with stoppers at both ends. 4.6.5 Tripping Tubulars Derrickman
only when reaching the exit of the monkey-board. 4.6.5.3 When the derrickman is changing out, the blocks shall be lowered and remain in the vicinity of the drill floor. 4.6.5.4 The monkey-board shall remain visible to the driller, or be monitored by the driller using a TV system. 4.6.5.5 The blocks shall not be moved until the driller ensures that the derrickman has the safety harness on and properly secured. The derrickman shall verbally confirm this to the driller. 4.6.5.6 New derrickman starting to work for the first time at the monkey-board shall be assisted by an experienced derrickman or the assistant driller. Derrickmans hoist 4.6.5.7 The monkey-board shall be equipped with an air or hydraulic winch operated from the platform, either with a foot pedal or with a remote control panel. Sheaves used for the winch cable shall be properly secured to a fixed part of the mast/derrick. Making-up/Breaking out connections 4.6.5.8 When making-up or breaking-out drill collars, personnel shall stay clear of the lines when the tension is applied to the tongs. All personnel shall clear the rotary table. Elevators 4.6.5.9 When tripping in or out of the hole, the floormen shall grasp the elevator horns and the elevator links approximately 20 in. (0.4 meters) up on the elevator links. Hands shall never be
All rigs shall follow HSE procedures on tripping tubulars.
4.6.5.1 The derrickmans safety harness(es), when not used, shall always be located at the entrance of the monkeyboard, to allow the derrickman to put it on before starting to walk on the platform. 4.6.5.2 The derrickman leaving the monkey-board shall take off his harness
placed on or around the link eyes where elevators can pinch. Manual Slips 4.6.5.10 The rotary slips shall be set by using the handles with hands palms up. It is forbidden to kick the slips into the rotary table bowl. 4.6.5.11 When finishing a trip or a connection, the rotary slips shall be set back well clear of the rotary table. Drill-floor housekeeping 4.6.5.12 Floor shall be kept slipfree through regular cleaning. Appropriate nonslip material shall be used around the rotary table. Racking drill pipe 4.6.5.13 The drillers view of the rotary table and set back area should not be obstructed at any time. 4.6.5.14 Pipe shall be racked by pushing against the outer face of the pipe when setting it back. Feet shall be kept away from beneath the pipe at any time. 4.6.5.15 After being racked in the mast/ derrick, the stands shall be secured with ropes or gates at the racking platform, to prevent them from moving. Rabbiting Tubular 4.6.5.16 Compressed air shall not be used for rabbiting tubular. 4.6.5.17 When rabbiting the drill pipe, crewmen shall face away from the pipe rack to avoid possible eye injury. Safety clamp
4.6.5.18 Feet, knees and hands shall not be placed on the underside of a drillcollar clamp while the clamp is being tightened onto a drill-collar in the rotary table. 4.6.5.19 A drill collar clamp secured to a drill collar shall not be left on the drill collar over head height, nor used as a mean of lifting. Changing bit 4.6.5.20 When setting the drill bit into a bit breaker, hands shall not be placed on the bit breaker. While the bit and collar are guided into the bit breaker opening feet shall not be used to adjust the lock on the bit breaker at that time. Bottom-hole assembly 4.6.5.21 Formation accumulations shall be cleaned from all BHA components as being hoisted through the rotary table. Handling down-hole tools 4.6.5.22 Down-hole tools removed from the drill-string shall not be allowed to fall onto the rig floor. Storage of drill pipe thread protectors 4.6.5.23 Protectors shall not be thrown from the drill-floor, but shall be stored in appropriate racks or containers. Removing & installing master bushing insert bowls 4.6.5.24 Insert bowls shall be handled one at a time with the appropriate pair of hooks. Core recovery from a core barrel
4.6.5.25 Hands or feet shall never be placed under the core barrel opening when removing a core from the core barrel.
4.7.1.7 The anti fall devices shall allow at least two persons to be in the derrick/mast simultaneously. Erecting / lowering / dismantling masts 4.7.1.8 No one shall be permitted to ride the mast as it is being raised or lowered. 4.7.1.9 Personnel inserting connector pins for the mast and A-frame shall remain off the A-frame until the mast is in position. They shall attach their safety lines to the A-frame and not the mast. 4.7.1.10 Personnel shall not stand beneath the mast as it is raised or lowered.
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4.7.1
Derrick and Mast

Derrick and Mast Structure
Derrick and mast shall be inspected and maintained.
4.7.1.1 Derrick and mast shall be visually inspected at least weekly by the driller or his designate, and monthly by the PIC. 4.7.1.2 The same inspection as above shall be performed after jarring, when drilling conditions generate heavy vibrations, and before lowering or raising the mast. 4.7.1.3 An appropriate check list shall be used for this inspection. The check list shall be signed by the driller and handedover to the PIC. Inspection shall be recorded into the Daily Drilling Report in use. 4.7.1.4 Any defect shall be immediately reported to the PIC and corrective action initiated. 4.7.1.5 Structural repair, alteration or modification shall be carried out following the DOSECC procedures for modifications. 4.7.1.6 Anyone climbing up the derrick/ mast shall inform the driller.
4.7.2
Casing Stabbing Board
Casing stabbing board shall be inspected and maintained.
4.7.2.1 Each casing stabbing board shall be designed with two independent locking devices: One primary locking device that operates when the lifting mechanism is not operating (command in neutral position) ; this locking device may be an intrinsically built-in brake. One secondary locking device that operates if the hoisting mechanism fails, and prevents the casing board from free falling. These devices shall be tested prior to being used. 4.7.2.2 In addition to the above a safety harness connected to a fall arrestor shall be available at the casing board. The fall
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arrestor shall be secured to the derrick/ mast. 4.7.2.3 The fall arrestor shall be of an inertia reel type to accommodate the traveling up or down of the casing operator on the casing stabbing board. 4.7.2.4 The folding platform shall have a reliable system to lock it folded when not in use. 4.7.2.5 Removable casing stabbing boards shall be snubbed with safety lines when installed in the derrick/mast. 4.7.2.6 Protected access to the casing stabbing board shall be provided to prevent personnel fall. 4.7.3 Equipment installed in the derrick/ mast
4.7.3.4 The crown-block shall be protected by bumpers which shall be snubbed, and when made of wood, covered with wire mesh. 4.7.3.5 Light fixtures installed in the derrick/mast shall be secured with a safety cable. 4.7.3.6 Tongs counterweights shall be restrained, guarded, and located to prevent them from falling on or striking crewmembers. 4.7.3.7 Makeshift loose weights shall not be added to the counterbalance weights.
4.8 Hazardous Condition and Operations

4.8.1 Restricted Areas
All equipment installed in the derrick/mast shall be secured with a safety line of an appropriate size and strength, to prevent them from falling.
4.7.3.1 Racking platform fingers shall be secured with a safety cable running the length of the finger. 4.7.3.2 All the hinged sections of the monkey board shall be secured to a fixed point. 4.7.3.3 Sheaves hanging in the derrick/ mast shall have a safety sling of a SWL capacity equal to at least twice the rating of the corresponding winches.
Signs shall be posted, clearly identifying restricted areas.
4.8.1.1 The use of pictogram type signs is recommended to identify hazards within restricted areas. 4.8.2 Protection Fencing and Barriers
Fences, barriers, covers, guards and handrails shall be installed to control access to restricted areas.
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4.8.2.1 Onshore, barriers shall be erected around all pits. In urban or inhabited zones, the complete location should be enclosed to control the personnel and vehicles access. 4.8.2.2 For onshore operations, a zone extending to minimum 15 meters (50 ft.) radius from the wellbore shall be designated restricted area and treated as such. 4.8.2.3 Barriers shall be installed around openings presenting risk of personnel fall. Handrails 4.8.2.4 Fixed handrails with toe board shall be installed on all decks, raised floors, walkways, and on any work platform over 1 meter (3 feet) in height. 4.8.2.5 Removable handrails shall be positioned around the moon-pool, drilling slot, jacket, and similar areas. 4.8.2.6 Handrails shall be at least 1.2 meters (4 feet) high, with a intermediate rail and toe board. Toe board to be not less than 10 cm (4 in.) high. 4.8.2.7 Chains shall not be used as permanent handrail. Stairs 4.8.3
4.8.2.10 Any hot pipe work or surfaces which could cause burns to personnel shall be guarded. Vee-door 4.8.2.11 The vee-door shall be equipped with a safety gate, which shall remain closed, except during picking-up or laying down operations. Confined Spaces and Tank Entry
No one shall enter a confined workspace without a permit. Confined spaces and tank entry procedures shall be complied with.
4.8.3.1 The following equipment shall be available for confined space and tank entry : A portable gas detector capable to continuously monitoring the oxygen content, H2S content, and L.E.L. Accessories to allow remote detection. A portable tripod with a combined fall arrestor-retrieving winch, or similar system. One 30 minutes SCBA per person. One (1) full harness with lifeline per person. An explosion-proof air exhaust fan (electrical or air operated). A minimum of two (2) explosionproof portable lights. Explosion-proof radio communication set. Signs.
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storage of volatile liquids or gas without. 4.8.3.2 Before completely removing the fastening devices on a confined space, the internal pressure shall be checked and vented if necessary. 4.8.3.3 Sounding of the tank shall be done before entering inside. In case of doubt and suspected presence of water, floatation device shall be worn by personnel. 4.8.3.4 All valves leading to the confined space shall be identified and mechanically/electrically isolated. 4.8.3.5 The area shall be ventilated and tested for safe entry. 4.8.3.6 A standby man shall be appointed at the entry site and be in contact with a control point (and with the personnel entering the confined space if possible). 4.8.3.7 A tally of the persons inside shall be maintained by the standby man at the entry site. 4.8.3.8 Not less than two (2) persons shall be in the confined space at any time. 4.8.3.9 Adequate tools and PPE shall be worn. 4.8.3.10 The atmosphere shall be continuously monitored with the portable gas detector. 4.8.3.11 Permanent ventilation shall be in force during the entire entry period. 4.8.3.12 Fuel-tanks and crude oil tanks shall not be entered without District Manager approval. 4.8.3.13 No hot work shall be performed on the periphery of tanks used for the 4.8.4 Working Over Water
On offshore rigs and inland water rigs, all over the side work shall not be permitted without a work permit.
4.8.5 Hazardous Substances Handling and Storage
Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) shall be provided on each rig for each type of chemical used.
4.8.5.1 The PIC or his designate shall verify that any chemical received on the rig is properly labeled on its container, and that the MSDS is provided. If no MSDS is available, the product shall not be used until the MSDS information is provided. 4.8.5.2 The PIC or his designate shall ensure that personnel working with hazardous substances are made aware of MSDS handling requirements. 4.8.5.3 The storage of all hazardous substances shall be in accordance with MSDS. 4.8.5.4 Suitable first aid equipment and/ or fire-fighting equipment in accordance with MSDS shall be located in the vicinity of the handling/storage area. 53
4.8.5.5 Caustic soda or acid shall be always added to water, and never the contrary. Caustic soda shall never be mixed to the mud through the hoppers. 4.8.6 Mud Pumps Relief Lines
Mud pumps shall be equipped with relief valves and bleed off devices.
4.8.6.1 Each mud-pump shall have a pressure relief safety device, such as a spring-loaded safety valve, a rupture disk or equivalent, installed and maintained. A yearly visual inspection of the system shall be carried out. Result of the inspection shall be recorded in the PMS file. 4.8.6.2 The relief valve and the lines shall be securely clamped to a fixed support. 4.8.6.3 Bleed off valve shall be installed on the discharge piping of the pump, to allow the residual pressure after isolation of the high pressure circuit to be safely relieved. 4.8.6.4 The relief line pipe shall be made of a schedule 80 pipe. The installation shall be configured to allow self draining of mud from the relieve valve. Weld-on union connections are recommended. 4.8.7 Wireline Operations 4.8.7.1 During wireline operations, the drill floor and wireline unit shall be declared restricted area. 4.8.7.2 The driller shall monitor the pit level throughout all the wireline activity. 54
Prior to conducting a wireline operation, a tool-box meeting shall be held with the crew and the service company doing the work. An announcement shall be made over the public address when the operation starts.
There shall be a means of communication between the wireline unit and drill floor. 4.8.8 Well Perforating
Perforating activities shall be carried out in accordance with DOSECC safety and well control procedures. They shall be covered by a licensed contractor.
4.8.8.1 Prior to commencing well perforating operations, a meeting shall be held with all personnel involved, covering the procedures for operations, hazards and emergencies. 4.8.8.2 The restricted area shall be defined. 4.8.8.3 In order to prevent accidental firing of explosives due to electromagnetic phenomena, the following precautions shall be taken, prior to rigging up perforating guns: Radio silence shall be established. Electric welding shall be stopped. Effects of electric generators and any active cathode protection systems on the rig shall be discussed with the
perforating Contractor, and shut down if necessary. In case of doubt, all potential sources of electromagnetic radiations shall be shut down. 4.8.8.4 Perforating activities should not be carried out during electrical storms or very high winds. 4.8.8.5 Announcements shall be made over the public address system on commencement and upon completion of perforating operation. Normal work shall only resume when the perforating equipment is rigged down and the work permit is closed. 4.8.8.6 If high surface pressure, H2S or other problem is anticipated, the perforation should be done during day light to avoid unnecessary risk increase due to darkness. 4.8.9 Rig Moves
nighttime only if a satisfactory illumination is available. 4.8.9.4 Communication systems shall be fully operational and the Emergency Response Plan shall cope with potential restrictions: transports, search, rescue, etc... 4.8.9.5 For land rigs, measurement of power lines height shall be done using remote means only (like trigonometry, telemetry).
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4.9.1
Automotive Safety
DOSECC Automotives
DOSECC automotives shall be regularly inspected and maintained.
Prior to starting any rig move, a pre-move meeting shall be held between all parties involved.
4.9.1.1 Each automotive shall have a road-book, indicating the mileage and the maintenance performed. 4.9.1.2 Each qualified driver shall conduct a daily inspection of his automotive, including: Engine oil level Engine cooling fluid level Tires condition and pressure Automotive lights Spare tire and jack Automotive documents Windscreen wipers and reservoir Desert driving kit when applicable
4.8.9.1 The meeting shall review the scope of the work. 4.8.9.2 The minutes of the meeting shall be available to the PIC. 4.8.9.3 Critical tasks involving heavy lifting and work overhead should be planned by daylight, as far as possible. When not feasible during daylight, they could be authorized by the PIC during
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PIC to be responsible and accountable for its condition. The qualified driver shall perform the automotive safety check list bimonthly. 4.9.1.4 Any automotive found unsafe following the automotive safety check shall be immediately removed from service until necessary repairs are carried out. 4.9.2 Seat Belts
DOSECC automotives shall be driven by approved persons holding a valid driving license recognized by the local authority, and trained in defensive driving.
4.9.3.2 All drivers of DOSECC Automotives shall be named as an authorized driver on DOSECC auto insurance policy. 4.9.3.3 Driving speed shall not exceed in any case: Paved roads outside built up areas 75 m.p.h. (120 kmph) Gravel roads 45 m.p.h. (70 kmph) Built up areas 30 m.p.h. (50 kmph) Worksite 5 m.p.h. (5 kmph)
In all DOSECC autos, front and rear seat belts shall be installed and worn at all times by driver and all passengers.
4.9.2.1 Seat belts should be of retractable self-locking type. The three points type should be always preferred to the two points type, and installed whenever possible. 4.9.2.2 In the event that seat belt installation is not possible, the speed of the automotive shall be limited to 40 m.p.h. (60 km/hour). 4.9.2.3 The car or pickup driver is responsible for the condition of the seat belts and for ensuring their use by all passengers prior to starting the engine. 4.9.2.4 Children under 10 years old shall not be allowed in the front seat. 4.9.3 Driving DOSECC Automotives 4.9.3.1 Driving DOSECC automotives under influence of alcohol (more than 0.3 g/l), narcotic or drug is forbidden and shall be liable to disciplinary action. 56
4.9.3.4 Driving at night should be avoided if possible
4.10 General and Miscellaneous

4.10.1 Drugs, Alcohol and Weapons 4.10.1.1 It is the responsibility of the District Manager to issue a substance abuse and weapons policy for the operating area. 4.10.1.2 Unauthorized possession or use of drugs, narcotics, alcohol and weapons is not permitted at any of work locations, either onshore or offshore. Furthermore, reporting to work, working, driving a DOSECC automotive under influence of
All rigs shall have a substance abuse and weapons policy posted in conspicuous places.
alcohol, drugs or narcotics is not authorized by DOSECC. 4.10.1.3 All personnel, contracted or otherwise, on DOSECC installations may be subject to searches and/or urinalysis screening requested by DOSECC. 4.10.1.4 These searches may include the person, his or her personal effects, lockers, desks, offices and quarters. DOSECC can also search other areas of its worksites, as well as crew change vehicles, aircraft and boats. 4.10.1.5 Any individual discovered in possession of a prohibited item will be removed from the rig on the first available transportation. Any individual who, as a result of urinalysis or blood analysis screening, is found to have traces of a prohibited substance in his system, may be liable to the disciplinary action. 4.10.1.6 Personnel taking prescribed medication must present a statement from their doctor detailing the medication, reason for use, and expected duration of the treatment. This information should be presented to the medic upon arrival at the worksite. 4.10.1.7 Refusal by any individual to agree to a search and/or urinalysis screening will result in removal from the rig. 4.10.1.8 Drug screening shall be carried out under supervision of a Doctor.
4.10.2 Horseplay and Practical Jokes
Horseplay or practical jokes are not permitted on any DOSECC worksite, at any time.
4.10.3 Smoking
Smoking will be allowed only in designated areas.
4.10.3.1 The PIC will decide these areas and times. 4.10.3.2 Offshore and inland water rigs: smoking is not allowed outside the living quarters. Land rigs: smoking is only permitted outside the restricted areas. 4.10.3.3 Smoking shall not be allowed in the kitchens, dry stores, cold stores, lockers and laundries. 4.10.3.4 No smoking signs shall be posted in areas where smoking is prohibited. 4.10.3.5 Smoking in bed is prohibited. 4.10.4 Swimming and Diving
Recreational swimming and diving is prohibited from all rigs.

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Finger rings, ear rings, necklaces and bracelets shall not be worn while working on all rigs, workshop and yards.
4.10.6.7 Lube oil and fuel oil tanks shall have level indicator gauges, rather than sight glasses whenever possible. If sight glasses are fitted, they shall be of heat and impact resistant material. There shall be a isolation valve at each end, so the sight glass can be shut off when it is not being read.
4.10.5.1 Exception is made for watches. 4.10.6 Housekeeping
Each worksite shall maintain the highest standards of housekeeping at all times.
4.10.6.1 Floors, steps and stairs shall be kept clean and free from oil, grease and other slippery substances. 4.10.6.2 Steps, walkways, passages and doorways shall be kept clear of obstructions. 4.10.6.3 Soiled cleaning materials, scrap and waste oil shall be placed in the appropriate containers for proper disposal. 4.10.6.4 All offices and workshops shall be kept clean and clear of scrap. 4.10.6.5 Cargo handling materials shall be stored in a designated area. 4.10.6.6 Escape routes and access to safety equipment shall not be restricted in any way.
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Section 5 Environmental
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Section 5: Environmental Policies and Procedures
5.1 Environmental Protection 5.2 Periodic Environmental Assessment 5.3 Rig Site Abandonment Survey 5.4 Environmental Emergency Response Plan 5.5 Performance Measurement 5.6 Business Transaction Environmental Assessment
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5.1
Environmental Protection
Protection of the environment shall be given due care and consideration while conducting operation on DOSECC worksites.
5.1.1 Each worksite shall make plans to minimize waste and efficiently use natural resources. These plans will be an integral part of the yearly HSE Plan.
5.3.1 The survey team shall include the PIC or his designate and the survey shall be performed within one week after completion of the rig move. 5.3.2 The rig site abandonment survey check list shown in annex should be used as a guide. 5.3.3 Any DOSECC action item shall be corrected as soon as feasible and status of all out standings shall be communicated to the Clients representative and to the Rig Manager at the earliest possibility.
5.2 Periodic Environmental Assessment
5.4 Environmental Emergency Response Plan
Environmental assessment shall be conducted on every DOSECC worksite at least every two years.
5.2.1 The periodic environmental assessment may be performed using the Environmental Assessment check list. 5.2.2 It is the responsibility of the HSE Director to initiate the Environmental Assessment which shall be carried out by a formalized inspection team including the HSE Director or his designate.
Every DOSECC worksite shall have an environmental emergency response plan.

5.5 Performance Measurement
Every DOSECC rig shall monitor the progress made on waste minimization.
5.5.1 Each rig shall define its own preferred methodology to monitor progress. 5.5.2 Waste minimization shall be monitored at three different levels: 1. Natural resources / Energy consumption 2. Chemical usage 3. Generation of waste 5.5.3 DOSECC proposes the use of the following indicators: 61
5.3
Rig Site Abandonment Survey
A land rig location shall not be abandoned without performing a site abandonment survey.
INDICATOR 1 : Average fuel consumption per meter drilled It is the total fuel consumed in the engines of the rig while under drilling contract divided by the number of meters drilled under same contract. Unit: Liter / meter drilled This value can be reported for each worksite monthly. INDICATOR 2 : Quantity of mud used per meter drilled It is the total quantity of mud fabricated and/or received during the drilling of the well minus the eventual quantity of mud reusable on another well, divided by the number of meters drilled. Unit: Liter / meter drilled. This value can be reported for each well, at the end of the operations. INDICATOR 3 : Total lube oil returned / total lube oil consumed It is the total quantity of any type of lubricant (excluding grease) that is sent back to town (including lost product, spilled product), divided by the total quantity consumed. Unit: Dimensionless This value can be reported by each worksite monthly. If the 3 above indicators are used, then the following record can be completed. INDICATOR 4: Total yearly quantity of C.F.C. product consumed It is the total quantity of any type of C.F.C. product (Chloro-fluoro-carbon) like Freon 12, Halon 1301, etc... used, 62
less the quantity eventually re-cycled. Unit: Kg
5.6 Business Transaction Environmental Assessment
No real property transactions shall be finalized without full consideration of the conclusion of an environmental assessment report.
5.6.1 DOSECC shall initiate an environmental assessment prior to buying, selling, leasing or vacating any real property used for business purposes including yards, warehouses and office bases. 5.6.2 DOSECC local management is responsible to contact the HSE organization before performing such assessment.

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Drilling, Observation & Sampling of the Earths Continental Crust, Inc.

Health, Safety and Environmental Manual

Section 1 HSE Management

1.5 Definitions of Terms and Abbreviations

Corporat Statement porate Policy Cor porate Statement of Policy

1.1 Corporate Statement of Policy

concerned and shall become effective immediately.

1.2 DOSECC Organizational Chart

1.4 Management of Health, Safety and Environment

DOSECC ORGANIZATIONAL CHART

1.3 Health, Safety and Environmental Organizational Chart

Operations Manager Engineering Fabrication Implementation

Reporting is required to:

1.5 Definitions of Terms and Abbreviations

Section 2 HSE Management

Table of Contents: Section 2

Person In Charge (PIC)

Emergency Response Plan

Alarms will be tested during drills.

2.3.2 Alarm signals will be clearly posted in conspicuous places.

2.5 HSE Meetings

2.6 Toolbox (pre-job) meeting

2.7 Pre-Spud Meeting and Inspection

Annexed document: Sample of pre-spud inspection check list Annex # 1

2.8 HSE Committee

There shall be a HSE committee on all rigs and at Headquarters.

2.8.2 The following minimum composition is recommended: At Rig level: PIC

2.9 Equipment Maintenance, Inspection and Use

Table of Contents: Section 3

3.1 Pre-Employment Medical Examination

Special Medical Examination

Regular Medical Examination

Oceania Papua-New Guinea

Latin America Country Zone

Australia/Oceania Country Zone

Personal Medical Record

Medical Emergency Response

If a medic is employed on a DOSECC rig, he shall be certified.

Table of Contents: Section 4

Electrical 4.4.1 4.4.2 Electrical Lockout Electrical Work

4.8.5 4.8.6 4.8.7 4.8.8 4.8.9

Each DOSECC rig shall have a safety award scheme.

Fire and Gas

Rig Type Land Rig Offshore & Inland water rig

4.2.2.1 The minimum detection points shall be as follows:

4.3 Life Saving and Personal Protective Equipment

4.4.1 Electrical Equipment for Classified Areas 4.4.1.1 Classified areas

Manual and Mechanical Lifting

assembly includes an adequately rated weak link. 4.6.3 Personnel Lifting

Tubulars shall be stored and handled safely.

All rigs shall follow HSE procedures on tripping tubulars.

Derrick and Mast

Derrick and mast shall be inspected and maintained.

Casing Stabbing Board

Casing stabbing board shall be inspected and maintained.

4.8 Hazardous Condition and Operations

Signs shall be posted, clearly identifying restricted areas.

4.8.5 Hazardous Substances Handling and Storage

DOSECC automotives shall be regularly inspected and maintained.

4.9.3.4 Driving at night should be avoided if possible

4.10 General and Miscellaneous

4.10.2 Horseplay and Practical Jokes

Smoking will be allowed only in designated areas.