UK Operations

BP EXPLORATION

SUBJECT:

GUIDELINES FOR
DRILLING OPERATIONS

Section

0120/GEN

Rev.

3 (10/95)

Page

1 of 46

H2S (HYDROGEN SULPHIDE) PROCEDURES

These procedures have been drawn up to ensure that the working environment of the Companys operations is
effectively controlled.
This document in no way detracts from the Contractors responsibilities in law.
It is the responsibility of the Drilling Contractors to produce a written plan describing specific procedures to be
followed in the event of an H2S escape for each drilling site.
In addition to the procedures identified here, further information and procedures are contained in the BP HSE
Practices, Number 10.
H2S PROCEDURES
INDEX
Page
INTRODUCTION.

SECTION A - WILDCAT/EXPLORATION AREAS.

A.1

Equipment.

A.1.1

Detection Systems.

a)
b)
c)
d)
e)

5
6
6
6
6

A.1.2

Fixed Systems.
Portable Equipment.
Sensor Testing and Calibration.
Records.
Alternative Detection Methods.

Personal Protection.

a)
b)
c)
d)
e)

7
7
7
8
8

Type of Equipment.
Respiratory Protection.
Safe Briefing Area.
Additional Equipment.
Audible Alarm.

A.2

Emergency Procedures and Contingency Plans.

A.2.1
A.2.2
A.2.3
A.2.4

General Procedures.
Specific Procedures.
Clearance to Safe Conditions.
Reporting of H2S Incidence.

8
11
13
13

A.3

Training.

14

A.4

Equipment Checklist.

14