Drilling, Observation &

Sampling of the Earth’s

Continental Crust, Inc.
Health, Safety and Environmental Manual

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 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 HSE Management Philosophy

1.4.2 HSE Objective
1.4.3 HSE Plans
1.4.4 Communication
1.4.5 Reporting
1.4.6 Hardware Inspection and Compliance

1.5 Definitions of Terms and Abbreviations

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 Cor porat
Corporat
poratee Stat ement of P
Statement olicy
Policy

DOSECC Inc. is committed to be the leader in the scientific drilling community. It is

DOSECC’s 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.

 It is the responsibility of each individual

1.1 Corporate Statement of Policy
The following guidelines are implemented as
part of DOSECC’s 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 DOSECC’s 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.
to ensure compliance with DOSECC’s 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
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concerned and shall become effective immediately.

1.2 DOSECC Organizational Chart

1.4 Management of Health,
Safety and Environment
DOSECC ORGANIZATIONAL CHART 1.4.1 HSE Management Philosophy
President
HSE Management is :
 An effort to prevent accidents and
Financial minimize losses.
Engineering
Director
 An integral part of our business, and
Operations is of equal importance to service quality,
Manager motivation and profitability. There is a
permanent interaction between HSE
performance, operation, efficiency, personnel
Rig Manager *
motivation, morale and financial success.

Rig Man In  A line management responsibility.

Charge (MIC)
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
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

President
the HSE Director and rig manager at the
beginning of the year and at the start of
HSE Director major projects. Validity of such plan is one
year or for the duration of the project.

Operations Administrative Rig specific HSE plans shall be approved by

Manager
the Rig Manager and the Person-In-Charge
Financial (PIC).
Engineering
1.4.3 Communication
Fabrication
Implementation

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 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.) HSE Memorandum will be sent to
PIC:
 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
Reporting is required to:
 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.
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 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.
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,
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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 DOSECC’s 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)
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 DOSECC’s 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 Doctor’s
certificate, or the number of days
allocated in case of a permanent disability
(partial or total), or death.
LTI Frequency Rate
Number of LTI’s per million of man-
hours worked. It is calculated as follows
Nbr of LTI’s x 1,000,000
Man-hours
LTI Severity Rate
Number of days lost per million of man-
hours 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
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 and training, but excluding travel time, Restricted Areas
leave, rest, sickness, and other absences. Areas prohibited to nonessential
personnel.
Rig Man-hours
Actual man-hours worked on a rig by He, Him, His
DOSECC employees and subcontracted Shall mean: he/she, him/her, his/hers.
employees working under DOSECC
supervision. (Typically for an offshore Shall
rig: 12 hours per man on board, per day). Indicates a mandatory requirement.
Contracted catering crew are excluded.
Should
Administrative Man-hours Indicates a recommendation.
worked in offices, yards, and
training centers. Will
Indicates a future commitment
Part Per Million (PPM)
Concentration of a gas or liquid, in ABBREVIATIONS
volume per million of volumes. One ppm
is equal to 0.0001 % concentration. CFC Chloro-fluoro-carbons
CPR Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation
DOSECC Automotive DST Drill Stem Test
Any of the following (either DOSECC DWLTI Days Without Lost Time Injury
owned or rented) : cars, vans, trucks, EPIRB Emergency Position Indicating
motorbikes, or any other powered 2, 3 or Radio Beacon
4 wheeler (on or off-road), forklifts, H2S Hydrogen Sulfide
wheel-loaders and mobile cranes which HP High Pressure
are operated by DOSECC personnel. HSE Health, Safety and Environment
HQS Headquarters
DOSECC Personnel LD Light Duty
Means DOSECC employees and any LEL Lower Explosive Level
subcontracted employees under direct LTI Lost Time Injury
supervision of DOSECC. PIC Person In Charge
MSDS Material Safety Data Sheet
Reportable Automotive Accident NLTI Non Lost Time Injury
Any accident involving a DOSECC PA Public Address
automotive and resulting in damage to PMS Planned Maintenance System
automotive in excess of 1,000 US$ and/or PPE Personal Protective Equipment
in a LTI to employee or third party PPM Part Per Million
personnel. RVP Region Vice President
SCBA Self Contained Breathing Apparatus
Automotive Accident Rate SWL Safe Working Load
Number of reportable automotive TDS Top Drive System
accidents expressed by one thousand VAPS Vehicle Accident Prevention System
DOSECC automotive per year.

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 Section 2

HSE Management
Policies and Procedures

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 Table of Contents: Section 2

Section 2: HSE Management Policies and Procedures

2.1 Person in Charge

2.2 Emergency Response Plan

2.3 Alarms

2.4 Drills

2.5 HSE Meetings

2.6 Toolbox (pre-job) Meeting

2.7 Pre-Spud Meeting and Inspection

2.8 HSE Committee

2.9 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 There shall be Emergency Re-

responsible for ensuring sponse Plans at DOSECC Head-
compliance with the HSE quarters, and each rig. The
policies and procedures. Emergency Response Plans shall
be in writing and made avail-
able to the personnel con-
2.1.1 Designated PIC cerned.
The PIC of any rig shall be the
DOSECC Rig Superintendent.

2.1.2 Authority of the PIC 2.2.1 Approval of the Emergency Response

Plans:
The PIC of any rig shall be one, and only
one person. This critical responsibility Each Plan shall be approved by the line
cannot be shared with anyone, whatever manager in charge of the operation.
the circumstances and/or the operations The level of approval is as follows:
of the rig.
Rig level Rig Manager/PIC
Region level HSE Director
The PIC shall be in complete and
HQS level President
ultimate command of the rig. The PIC
actions shall be governed by the policies
2.2.2 Scope of the Emergency Response
and procedures of DOSECC.
Plans:
2.1.3 Delegation of the PIC The Emergency Response Plans shall
cover the various scenarios resulting in
The PIC is not necessarily an expert in possible critical situations and shall
every aspect of the installation of the rig mention the course of action requested.
and its operations. The PIC commands The Emergency Response Plans are
the assistance of specialist technicians recommended to cover, when and where
and can delegate certain tasks with applicable:
respect to the execution of such specialist
functions. However, the PIC shall remain Medical evacuation
in ultimate command at all times. Man overboard
Missing person
2.1.4 Exception Helicopter accident
Road accident
On an offshore self-propelled rig, the Collision at sea
DOSECC designated PIC shall be the Loss of stability
Captain holding a Master (unlimited) Fire/Explosion
license. Emission of flammable or toxic
substances
Sabotage/criminal acts/riots/war
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 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
2.3 Alarms
The PIC is responsible for defin-
ing clearly distinguished alarm
signals to identify various emer-
gency 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 spe-
cific 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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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.
• 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 non-
operational, 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).
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 • 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.
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• 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 PIC’s 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:
¾ In command: certified
lifeboat man,
¾ Release mechanism
operator: certified lifeboat man,
¾ 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.
• 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.
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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
 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 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.
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,
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 • practical demonstration of equipment,
such as lifesaving, fire fighting
equipment, SCBA’s, manual lifting, CPR
training, etc...
Recommended Control Mechanism : HSE
Meeting Report
2.6 Toolbox (pre-job) meeting
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.
2.6.1 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.
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A pre-spud meeting shall be held
to ensure that all parties in-
volved 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.
2.7.2 The responsibility of holding the pre-
spud 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.
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.
2.8.1 The HSE committee shall participate
in :
• Investigation and review of all
accidents including personnel injuries,
occupational illness, damages to
equipment and/or environment,
as well as potential accidents.
• Review employee’s
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
• Department heads:
Chief Mechanic, Chief Electrician, Barge
engineer, Rig medic, HSE officer/
Training instructor if any
• At Headquarters level:
President, HSE Director, Operations
Manager, Personnel Manager, R&E
Manager or his designate Employees
representative(s)
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
2.9 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.
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 HSE related equipment and sys-
tems shall be maintained, in-
spected and used as per DOSECC
maintenance policies and proce-
dures.
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
Policies and Procedures

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 Table of Contents: Section 3

Section 3: Health Policies and Procedures

3.1 Pre-employment Medical Examination

3.2 Regular Medical Examination

3.3 Special Medical Examination

3.4 Malaria Prevention

3.5 Vaccinations

3.6 Noise

3.7 Personal Medical Record

3.8 Emergency Medical Response Plan

3.9 Personal Hygiene

3.10 Rig Medic

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3.1 Pre-Employment Medical
Examination
Prior to employment, personnel
shall be medically examined by a
competent medical center in
order to assess the individual’s
fitness for work.
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
3.2 Regular Medical Examination
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
medical centers, and following the appropriate
medical questionnaire.
3.2.2 The periodicity should be every 3 years,
following the pre-employment examination.
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
3.3 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 physi-
cian. DOSECC employees return-
ing from a risk country are en-
titled to a 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
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 Latin America Asia Africa Oceania
Barbados Bangladesh Algeria Papua-New Guinea
Bolivia Brunei Angola
Brazil Cambodia Cameroon
Chile China Congo
Colombia India Egypt
Costa-Rica Indonesia Ethiopia
Ecuador Iran Ivory Coast
Guatemala Iraq Libya
Mexico Jordan Nigeria
Peru Laos Somalia
Trinidad &Tobago Myanmar Sudan
Uruguay Pakistan Zaire
Philippines
Turkey

3.4 Malaria Prevention

3.4.1 Malaria infected countries are divided
into 3 zones depending on malaria resistance
to Chloroquine:
All DOSECC employees traveling
Zone 1 Areas where Chloroquine is to a Malaria infected country
effective against malaria shall be briefed about Malaria
Zone 2 Chloroquine is moderately
effective
prior to departure.
Zone 3 Chloroquine resistant areas

Malaria infested countries:

(This list defines known areas and is not
exhaustive)

Africa Asia Latin America Australia/Oceania

Country Zone Country Zone Country Zone Country Zone

Angola 3 Bahrain 1 Argentina 1 Papua/New 3

Cameroon 3 Bangladesh 3 Bolivia 2 Guinea
Chad 2 India 2 Brazil 3
Congo 3 Indonesia 2 Columbia 3
Egypt 1 Iran 1 Coasta Rica 1
Gabon 3 Iraq 1 Equador 3
Ivory Coast 3 Malaysia 2 Guatemala 1
Nigeria 3 Myanmar 3 Mexico 1
Somalia 2 North China 2 Peru 2
South Africa 2 Oman 1 Venezuela 3
Sudan 2 Pakistan 2
Ziare 3 Philippines 3
Saudi Arabia 1
South China 3
Syria 1
Thailand 3
Turkey 1
U.A.E. 1
Yemen 2
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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 mosquito-
repellents (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.
3.5 Vaccinations
All DOSECC employees working
outside their home countries
shall have current valid vaccina-
tions required by the country
assignment. It is recommended
to follow DOSECC vaccination
guidelines.
3.5.1 Vaccinations recommended by
DOSECC:
• 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
3.6 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.
3.7 Personal Medical Record
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 indi-
vidual.
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
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 Medic’s 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.
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Recommended Control Mechanism: Personal
Medical Record
Annexed Documents : Personal Record Form
Annex # 8
3.8 Medical Emergency Response
Every worksite shall have a Medi-
cal Emergency Response Plan.
The plan shall be posted in con-
spicuous 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
Anyone present on a DOSECC
installation shall conform with
elementary personal hygiene
standards such as: regular show-
ers, changing clothes, shaving,
treatment of minor injuries,
proper use of facilities
(sanitaries, bathrooms, dispos-
als).
3.10 Rig Medic 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.
If a medic is employed on a
DOSECC rig, he shall be certified.

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 life-

threatening 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
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 Section 4

Safety
Policies and Procedures

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Table of Contents: Section 4 4.4.3 Grounding Circuit

4.5 Pressure
Section 4: Safety Policies and
Procedures 4.5.1 High Pressure Lines and
Fittings
4.1 Personnel
4.5.2 Pressure Vessels
4.1.1 Safety Training for Newly
Hired Employees 4.5.3 Compressed Air

4.1.2 Employee Certification 4.6 Manual and Mechanical Lifting

4.1.3 New Comers 4.6.1 Lifting Equipment

4.1.4 Facial Hair 4.6.2 Cranes

4.1.5 Medical Care 4.6.3 Personnel Lifting

4.1.6 Safety Award 4.6.4 Handling and Storage of

Tubulars
4.2 Fire and Gas
4.6.5 Tripping Tubulars
4.2.1 Fire Protection
4.7 Derrick and Mast
4.2.2 Fixed Gas Detection
devices 4.7.1 Derrick and Mast
Structure
4.2.3 Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S)
4.7.2 Casing Stabbing board
4.2.4 Storage and Use of
Combustibles 4.7.3 Equipment installed in the
Derrick or Mast
4.3 Life Saving and Personal
Protective Equipment (PPE) 4.8 Hazardous Conditions and
Operations
4.3.1 Personal Protective
Equipment (PPE) 4.8.1 Restricted Areas

4.3.2 Life Saving Equipment 4.8.2 Protection

4.4 Electrical 4.8.3 Confined Spaces and Tank

Entry
4.4.1 Electrical Lockout
4.8.4 Working Over Water
4.4.2 Electrical Work
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 4.8.5 Hazardous Substance
Handling and Storage

4.8.6 Mud Pump Relief Lines

4.8.7 Wireline Operations

4.8.8 Well Perforating

4.8.9 Rig Mobilization,

Demobilization, and Site
moves

4.9 Automotive Safety

4.9.1 Seat belts

4.9.2 Maximum Travel

Velocities

4.9.3 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
Each newly hired employee shall
be given a Safety Induction Brief-
ing, 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
Each employee shall pursue cer-
tification in his function as per
DOSECC training requirements.
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4.1.2.1 Each supervisor or line manager
is responsible for his subordinate’s
certification.
4.1.3 New Comers
All newcomers shall report im-
mediately to the PIC or his desig-
nate representative to be briefed
on HSE policies, emergency pro-
cedures 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
 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
Those personnel who may be
required to wear SCBA’s or es-
cape 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.
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 main-
tained 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 fire-
fighting/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)
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 firemen’s 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
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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 Manufacturer’s
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
Each rig shall be equipped with a
the event of an H2S emergency.
fixed gas detection system for
continuous monitoring of the 4.2.3.2 These instructions shall include:
concentration of combustible
gases and hydrogen sulfide in • The location of safe briefing areas
atmosphere. 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.
Rig Type Combustible H2S Gas** • The specific assignments and
Land Rig 2 (bell nipple 3 (rig floor, shale duties of all rig personnel.
& shaker) shaker, cellar deck) • Any other relevant points.
Offshore & 3 (bell nipple, 5 (rig floor, shale
4.2.3.3 The H2S contingency plan shall be
Inland water shale shaker, shaker, cellar deck, tested periodically by performing H2S
rig mud pit room) mud pit room, living Drills. The periodicity shall be fixed by
quarter air intake) the PIC, but at least once a week for each
crew in a suspected or known H2S area.

4.2.2.1 The minimum detection points 4.2.3.4 Recommendations on H2S alarm

shall be as follows: activation
(**) Refer to policy on H2S (see 4.2.3)
a) Low level alarm: on detection, it shall
4.2.2.2 The detectors shall be regularly activate an alarm to inform the personnel
inspected, calibrated and information of the presence of H2S and state of alert
recorded. will be initiated. All the nonessentials
crew will immediately muster to the
4.2.3 H2 S upwind safe briefing area.

b) High Level Alarm: on detection, it

In known or suspected H2S area,
each rig shall have a written H2S
contingency plan, and H2S detec-
tion equipment. Each rig shall
have adequate protective equip-
ment for all personnel on each
rig.
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

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 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
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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 contain-
ers 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.
¾ 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
¾ 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.
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
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,
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 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 welder’s 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.
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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 manufacturer’s
instructions.
• The system shall be able to stop
the person’s free fall within 0.6 meters (2
feet).
4.3.1.9 Derrickman’s safety harness
layout
There shall be permanently installed two
derrickman harnesses at the monkey-
board. 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 Derrickman’s 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
Manufacturer’s 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 Manufacturer’s
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
All rigs shall be equipped with
the necessary life saving equip-
ment, which shall be regularly
inspected and maintained in
constant state of readiness.
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.
¾ 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-to-
go 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
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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”.
¾ 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 quick-
release 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:
• Rig’s name
• Manufacturer’s name.
• Serial number.
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• 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 check- list.
¾ 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.
¾ 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 wearer’s 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.
¾ 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 person’s 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.
¾ 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.
¾ 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.
¾ 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 Engineer-
ing Department.
All DOSECC rigs shall have clearly
identified hazardous areas. Definition of
classified areas:
¾ Zone 1 In which an explosive gas/
mixture is likely to occur in normal
operations.
¾ 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
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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 electrical equipment or elec-
trically 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 elec-
trical supply shall be grounded
immediately when set on loca-
tion. 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 Pressure
4.5.1 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
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 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
All pressure vessels (pneumatic
or hydraulic) shall be factory
made and certified, equipped
with a pressure relief mecha-
nism, and a pressure gauge.
They shall be regularly in-
spected, 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 :
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• 5 years for portable fire
extinguishers, SCBA cylinders
• 3 years for fiber wound cylinders
• Other pressure vessels: as per
Manufacturer’s recommendations.
4.5.3 Compressed air
Compressed air may be used only
with pneumatic tools and equip-
ment designed for its use.
4.5.3.1Compressed air shall not be used
for cleaning a person’s 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.
4.6 Manual and Mechanical Lifting
4.6.1 Lifting Equipment

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.
4.6.1.1 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 color-
coded 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.
4.6.1.7 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
PIC’s 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.
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 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
DOSECC cranes or subcontracted
cranes shall comply with HSE
standards and shall be operated
only by approved crane opera-
tors.
4.6.2.1 Cranes shall be fitted with a
minimum of:
• 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
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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
 assembly includes an adequately rated
weak link.
4.6.3 Personnel Lifting
Lifting of personnel shall only be
performed using equipment that
complies with HSE standards. The
person operating the lifting ma-
chinery shall be an approved op-
erator.
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.
4.6.3.4 Personnel shall not ride the
elevators and links either up or down
derrick. Personnel shall not ride on a
crane’s 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
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
All rigs shall follow HSE proce-
dures on tripping tubulars.
4.6.5.1 The derrickman’s safety
harness(es), when not used, shall always
be located at the entrance of the monkey-
board, 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
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.
Derrickman’s 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
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 slip-
free through regular cleaning.
Appropriate nonslip material shall be
used around the rotary table.
Racking drill pipe
4.6.5.13 The driller’s 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 drill-
collar 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 Derrick and Mast
4.7.1 Derrick and Mast Structure
Derrick and mast shall be in-
spected 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 handed-
over 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.
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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.
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
 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
All equipment installed in the
derrick/mast shall be secured
with a safety line of an appropri-
ate 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.
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
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
4.8.2.8 All stairways shall be provided
with handrails and non skid treads.
Guarding
4.8.2.9 All exposed moving parts of
machinery shall be guarded.
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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.
4.8.3 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) explosion-
proof portable lights.
• Explosion-proof radio
communication set.
• Signs.

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
storage of volatile liquids or gas without.
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.
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 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.
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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 cov-
ered 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
Prior to starting any rig move, a
pre-move meeting shall be held
between all parties involved.
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
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).
4.9 Automotive Safety
4.9.1 DOSECC Automotives
DOSECC automotives shall be
regularly inspected and main-
tained.
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
4.9.1.3 Each DOSECC automotive shall
have a qualified driver approved. by the
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 PIC to be responsible and accountable for
it’s 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
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.
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DOSECC automotives shall be
driven by approved persons hold-
ing a valid driving license recog-
nized 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)
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 4.10.2 Horseplay and Practical Jokes
abuse and weapons policy posted
in conspicuous places.
Horseplay or practical jokes are
not permitted on any DOSECC
alcohol, drugs or narcotics is not
authorized by DOSECC. worksite, at any time.

4.10.1.3 All personnel, contracted or

4.10.3 Smoking
otherwise, on DOSECC installations may
be subject to searches and/or urinalysis
screening requested by DOSECC.
Smoking will be allowed only in
4.10.1.4 These searches may include the designated areas.
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
4.10.3.1 The PIC will decide these areas
vehicles, aircraft and boats.
and times.
4.10.1.5 Any individual discovered in
4.10.3.2 Offshore and inland water rigs:
possession of a prohibited item will be
smoking is not allowed outside the living
removed from the rig on the first
quarters. Land rigs: smoking is only
available transportation. Any individual
permitted outside the restricted areas.
who, as a result of urinalysis or blood
analysis screening, is found to have traces
4.10.3.3 Smoking shall not be allowed in
of a prohibited substance in his system,
the kitchens, dry stores, cold stores,
may be liable to the disciplinary action.
lockers and laundries.
4.10.1.6 Personnel taking prescribed
4.10.3.4 “No smoking” signs shall be
medication must present a statement from
posted in areas where smoking is
their doctor detailing the medication,
prohibited.
reason for use, and expected duration of
the treatment. This information should be
4.10.3.5 Smoking in bed is prohibited.
presented to the medic upon arrival at the
worksite.
4.10.4 Swimming and Diving
4.10.1.7 Refusal by any individual to
agree to a search and/or urinalysis
screening will result in removal from the Recreational swimming and div-
rig. ing is prohibited from all rigs.
4.10.1.8 Drug screening shall be carried
out under supervision of a Doctor.
4.10.5 Wearing of Jewelry

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Finger rings, ear rings, necklaces
and bracelets shall not be worn
while working on all rigs, work-
shop 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 housekeep-
ing 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
Policies and Procedures

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 Table of Contents: Section 5

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 con-
sideration while conducting op-
eration 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.
5.2 Periodic Environmental
Assessment
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.
5.3 Rig Site Abandonment Survey
A land rig location shall not be
abandoned without performing a
site abandonment survey.
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 Client’s
representative and to the Rig Manager at the
earliest possibility.
5.4 Environmental Emergency
Response Plan
Every DOSECC worksite shall
have an environmental emer-
gency 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:
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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
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.

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.
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.

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,
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