HEALTH, SAFETY & ENVIRONMENT

BRIDGING DOCUMENT
ONGC DRILLING SERVICES
AGARTALA ASSET
&
QUIPPO OIL & GAS INFRASTRUCTURE LTD.
Rig# 05

Author:
HSE Manager (QOGIL).....................…………………………………………………

Reviewed by:
Iqrar Hussain (QOGIL)…………………..…….……………………………………….
Sr. Vice President Operations

Approved by:
V.K. Gupta (ONGC)……………………………………………………………..…………..
GM Head Drilling Services
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TABLE OF CONTENTS

TABLE OF CONTENTS 2
DOCUMENT CONTROL 4
ABBREVIATIONS AND DEFINITIONS 5
1.0 Introduction 9
2.0 Objectives 9
3.0 Purpose 9
4.0 Methodology 10
5.0 Organisation and Responsibilities 10
6.0 Organization Chart – Drilling Contractor, M/s Quippo 10
7.0 Responsibilities 11
7.1.1 GM Head Drilling Services 11
7.1.2 DGM Drilling with Company Man/Drilling Supervisor 11
7.1.3 HSE Manager 11
7.1.4 Senior Executive – Logistics & Materials 12
7.1.5 Drilling Superintendent - Quippo 12
7.1.6 Tool Pusher – Quippo 12
7.1.7 Rig Medic, Drilling Unit – Quippo 13
7.1.8 Overall Responsibility 13
8.0 Statutory Requirements 14
9.0 HSE Management 14
10.0 HSE Policy 15
11.0 Competency 15
12.0 Daily Crew List (DCL) 15
13.0 Design & Construction Standards & Certification of Equipment 16
14.0 Preventive Maintenance Procedures (PMS) 17
15.0 Management of Change 17
16.0 Electrical 18
17.0 Flammable & Hazardous Material Handling 18

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18.0 Hazard Management 18

19.0 Communications 19
19.1.1 Routine Communications 19
19.1.2 Communication with Regulatory Authorities 20
19.1.3 Emergency Communications 20
20.0 Permit to Work (PTW) System 20
21.0 Safety Observation Programme 20
22.0 Health & Hygiene 21
23.0 Health Management & Medical Facilities 21
24.0 Environment Management 21
25.0 Protection against Noise 22
26.0 Weapons, Alcohol & Drugs 22
27.0 Mobile Phones & Cameras 22
28.0 Classification of Hazardous Areas 22
29.0 Incident Reporting 23
30.0 Well-Control Incidents 23
31.0 Place of Accident – Not to be Disturbed 23
32.0 Safety Harness 24
33.0 Training 24
34.0 Journey Management 25
35.0 Material Handling & Storage 25
36.0 Hospitals for Medical Evacuation 25
37.0 Emergency Response 26
38.0 Auditing, Reviewing and Monitoring 27
Annexure 1:
ONGC HSE Policy
Annexure 2:
M/s Quippo HSE Policy

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Document Control

It is the responsibility of the Sr. Vice President Operations-QOGIL to control and

update the contents of this document. Any enquiries regarding the contents or
interpretation of this document should be addressed to him.

In general the bridging document will be reviewed / revised under the following
circumstances:
• Subsequent to any major incident / emergency & investigation
recommendations.
• Any statutory amendments or recommendations by any statutory authority
• A change in Contractual Agreements
• Changes in the Management Systems of ONGC or Quippo (Drilling Contractor).

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Abbreviations and Definitions

Abbreviations
BOP Blow Out Preventer
CL Contact List
DGMS Directorate General of Mines Safety, Dhanbad, India
ELCB Earth Leak Circuit Breaker
EMT Emergency Management Team
EMT-LEADER Emergency Management Team Leader
ERP Emergency Response Plan
ESD Emergency Shut Down
FERC Field Emergency Response Centre (Site)
FERT Field Emergency Response Team
HAZID Hazard Identification
HSD High Speed Diesel
HSE Health, Safety, Security and Environment
HSE-MS HSE Management System
IADC International Association of Drilling Contractors
IWCF International Well-Control Forum
JSA Job Safety Analysis
KVA Kilo Volt Amperes
LMV Light Motor Vehicle
LTI Lost Time Incident (see definitions)
LWDC Lost Work Day Case (see definitions)
Medevac Medical Evacuation
MSDS Material Safety Data Sheet
MTC Medical Treatment Case (see definitions)
OH&S Occupational Health and Safety
OMR Oil Mines Regulations
OSR Oil Spill Response
PESO Petroleum & Explosives Safety Organization, Nagpur, India

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POLREP Pollution Report

POB Personnel on Board
PPE Personal Protective Equipment
PUC Pollution Under Control
RWC Restricted Work Case (see definitions)
SAR Search and Rescue
SOP Standard Operating Procedure

Definitions

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Petroleum Class B:
Petroleum having a flash point equal to or above 23◦C but below 65◦C (for
example, HSD). This definition is in accordance with the Govt. of India’s
Petroleum Act.
Forward Controller:
“Forward Controller” is a Field Emergency Response role that is responsible for
activating & mobilizing the available resources to mitigate an emergency
condition. In the JERP he reports to the “Incident Controller”. Tool Pusher
assumes this role during Drilling Unit emergencies (see JERP for more details on
the responsibilities of the role).
Frequency Rate:
Number of injuries/incidents per million man-hours worked
(No of injuries x 1,000,000 / Total Man-hours worked)
Incident Controller:
“Incident Controller” is a Field Emergency Response role that has the ultimate
authority and responsibility to control all emergencies in the field. Drilling
Supervisor assumes this role and will be in liaison with the GM Head Drilling
Services and/or the EMT-Leader during emergencies (see JERP for more details
on the responsibilities of the role).
LTI: Lost Time Incident: A fatality or a lost work day case (LWDC). Number of
LTIs is the sum of fatalities and LWDCs.
LWDC: Any work related injury (other than fatal case) which results in a person
unfit for work on “ANY DAY” after the day of the occupational injury/sickness.
“ANY DAY” includes rest day, public holiday, weekend off, leave and days after
cessation of employment.
MTC: Medical Treatment Case: Medical cases that are not severe enough to be
reported as fatalities, lost work day cases or restricted work day cases i.e. work
related injuries or illness requiring medical treatment (more than first-aid) from a
professional physician or qualified medical person and where there is no days lost
from any day after the incident (or would not be any days lost time from the day
after the incident if this is a non-working day). In general, medical treatments are

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any medical attention that is more serious than just a one-time treatment by
first-aid.
As a guide a “yes” answer to any of the following questions would be a medical
treatment case (for an occupational injury/illness):
• Treatment of infection?
• Antiseptic during second or subsequent visits to medical personnel?
• Treatment for second or third degree burns?
• Application of sutures (stitches)?
• Application of butterfly adhesive dressing?
• Removal of foreign body embedded in the eye?
• Complicated removal of foreign bodies from a wound?
• Use of prescription medications?
• Cutting away of dead skin (surgical debridement)?
• Application of heat therapy during second or subsequent visits?
• Positive X-ray diagnosis (fractures, broken bones etc)?
• Admission to a hospital for treatment (more than observation)?
RWC: Restricted Work Case: Any work related injury other than fatality or lost
workday case which results in a person being unfit for full performance of the
regular job on any day after the occupational injury. Work performed might be:
• An assignment to temporary job.
• Part time work at the regular job.
• Continuation full-time in the regular job but not performing all the usual duties
of the job.
Where no meaningful restricted work is being performed, the incident is recorded
as a lost work day case (LWDC).

1.0 INTRODUCTION

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ONGC has entered into a contract with M/s Quippo Oil & Gas Infrastructure
Limited (Contractor) for drilling exploratory wells in their Tripura, Agartala Asset.
To meet this purpose Quippo will supply & operate their Drilling Unit Rig # 05 as
per the specifications & technical requirements as approved by ONGC under the
contract.
ONGC is committed to implement the HSE statutes/regulations that are
mandatory for the activity and implement its HSE-MS / Procedures in order to
achieve its goals and vision. ONGC expects all its contractors and other
interested parties connected with the work to implement the best industry
practices and keep safety of personnel on top of the work agenda with equal
importance to the protection of the environment.

2.0 OBJECTIVES
The overall objective of the bridging document is to ensure effective management
of risks to the health and safety of people, the environment, assets and the
reputation of all parties involved in the drilling program and to keep the risks to
an acceptably low level by agreeing to implement a common HSE-MS by the
Company and the Contractor.

3.0 PURPOSE
In order to meet the objective of achieving incident and injury-free work
campaign, it is essential that both the Company and the Contractor understands
each other’s HSE-MS and Procedures and develop a common document of
agreement which bridges the gaps and defines the interface which helps in the
smooth and effective implementation of HSE requirements.
This document stands as a guiding document for other Service Contractors and
sub-contractors having interface with the drilling program in implementing their
HSE requirements.

4.0 METHODOLOGY

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The following steps were followed in developing the bridging document:

• Understand & accept Quippo’s HSE-MS and Procedures for the drilling
program.
• Identify the HSE risks involved in the activity and specify the hazard
management.
• Conduct pre-spud meeting & record the discussions and agreements.

5.0 ORGANISATION AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Quippo HSE-MS Policy and Procedures take precedence throughout the
drilling programme and they are responsible for effective implementation of HSE-
MS & ONGC Emergency Response Procedure. Where there may be differences in
Quippo and ONGC procedures, the HSE Bridging Document addresses those
issues and should be used as the reference document.
ONGC, as a Principle Employer, has overall accountability for the drilling
programme & oversees HSE-MS implementation. ONGC conducts periodic audits
to check the effectiveness of the HSE-MS and record corrective actions for
implementation by Quippo.

6.0 ORGANIZATION CHART – DRILLING CONTRACTOR, M/S QUIPPO

7.0 RESPONSIBILITIES

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7.1.1 GM-HEAD OF DRILLING SERVICES (HEAD DS)

The primary responsible person for ensuring that the drilling operations are
carried out in compliance with the statutory requirements and in compliance
with the Company’s HSE Policy & Procedures. He is the custodian of this bridging
document.

7.1.2 DGM DRILLING WITH COMPANY MAN (DRILLING SUPERVISOR)

The primary responsible person for all the drilling activities– well planning,
equipment planning, service contractor programs. He is designated by the HEAD
DS to ensure that the drilling operations are carried out in compliance with the
statutory requirements and to the Company’s HSE Policy & Procedures.
He is a part of the EMT and the first point-of-contact in case of any Drilling Unit
emergencies.
He is responsible for execution of the drilling programme as per plan. Instructs
the Drilling Unit on all operational activities and takes the phone calls from the
Drilling Unit.
He is responsible for execution of the drilling programme whilst ensuring drilling
operations are conducted in safe, environment friendly manner.
Responsible to oversee the effective implementation of HSE- MS by Quippo and
other service contractors. In a well emergency, the well and all equipment in the
well, remain under the command of DGM Drilling.
Approves medical evacuation based on medical assessment and recommendation
by Drilling Unit Doctor. Coordinate with referral hospitals during medical
evacuation to ensure the casualty is admitted to referral hospital.

7.1.3 HSE MANAGER

Providing advisory support to the Head DS/DGM Drilling for the drilling
operations on all matters concerning HSE.
Will take part in the HSE inspections/audits conducted on the Drilling Unit &
participate in HSE meetings.

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Will liaise with statutory authorities and follow up on periodic HSE reports and
necessary documentation required by them. Responsible for HSE support role in
EMT.
Coordinate with referral hospital during medical evacuation to ensure the
casualty is admitted within time for medical treatment.

7.1.4 SENIOR EXECUTIVE – LOGISTICS & MATERIALS

Responsible for the logistic support to Project Co-coordinator/ Drilling
Supervisor, conducting route survey and recommend precautions for Drilling
Unit move, ensure the lifting equipment & tackle tested / inspected periodically
and color coded.
Provide logistic support to in case of Drilling Unit emergencies such as personnel
evacuation or resource mobilization.

7.1.5 DRILLING SUPERINTENDENT - QUIPPO

The Drilling Superintendent is responsible for the overall management of the
drilling unit and for compliance with the agreed drilling program and statutory
requirements.
The Drilling Superintendent maintains contact with the DGM Drilling and
Company Man to discuss operational matters.
He is responsible for ensuring Quippo HSE Policy, Procedures and Standards are
complied with during the drilling operations.

7.1.6 TOOL PUSHER – QUIPPO

The Tool Pusher has overall responsibility for safety at the Drilling Unit. The Tool
Pusher has undisputed discretion on all matters relating to the safe operation of
the Drilling Unit.
He will ensure that the requirements of the Quippo HSE-MS are met, that Quippo
personnel, equipment, procedures comply with HSE policy and procedures.
Responsible for the direction and supervision of the drill crew, for analyzing and
overseeing all Drilling Unit operations and for regular Drilling Unit inspections.

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Tool Pusher is accountable on all HSE matters to the Drilling Supervisor.

Responsible to lead the ERT as Forward Controller.

7.1.7 RIG MEDIC, DRILLING UNIT - QUIPPO

Upkeep the medical facility on the Drilling Unit.
Initial assessment of the casualty and recommend medical evacuation to Drilling
Supervisor. Liaison with referral hospital Doctors on the condition of the
casualty.

7.1.8 OVERALL RESPONSIBILITY

ONGC and Quippo have jointly reviewed the HSE plan during the pre-spud
meeting conducted at Assam Asset and agreed on:
Quippo HSE-MS, HSE Policy and procedures are acceptable for ONGC for
implementation. This document specifies HSE requirements wherever require
clarity for implementation.
All identified potential hazards will either be eliminated or managed in
accordance with the hazard management suggested. All ONGC, Quippo and
Service Contractors personnel are encouraged to stop operations in the event that
they consider operations to be unsafe or have the potential to become unsafe.
Drilling Superintendent, Tool Pusher and Service Contractors are responsible for
the effective implementation of agreed policies and objectives and are accountable
to ONGC on HSE reporting.
The responsibilities and obligations of all personnel whilst on-site are explained
during the various briefings and inductions prior to commencing any work. HSE
issues shall be discussed in the daily operations (morning) meetings as a priority
item. This helps to promote safety culture throughout.

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8.0 STATUTORY REQUIREMENTS

The Contractor, service contractors and others in the Drilling Unit location on
work shall comply with the rules/regulations stipulated in the following statutes
and the latest amendments thereof. ONGC, Quippo and the other Service
Contractors shall maintain all the documents such as licenses, approvals, forms,
etc. at the Drilling Unit site and shall be in a position to display, whenever asked,
for verification by ONGC or any Regulatory Authorities.

Statutes:
• The Mines Act, 1952
• The Mines Rules, 1955
• Oil Mines Regulations, 1984
• Petroleum Act, 1934
• Petroleum Rules, 2002
• Central Electricity Authority (Measures relating to Safety and Electric Supply)
Regulations, 2010
• The Explosives Rules, 2008
• Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989
• The Environment Protection Act, 1986
• Hazardous Waste (Management & Handling) Rules, 2010
• TSPCB & MOEF conditions of consents and clearances
• Batteries Rules 2001

9.0 HSE MANAGEMENT

ONGC (Company) has entered into a contract with Quippo (Contractor) for drilling
exploratory wells in their Tripura Asset. To meet this purpose Quippo will supply
& operate their Drilling Unit Rig# 05 as per the specifications & technical
requirements as approved by ONGC.
ONGC is committed to implement the HSE Statutes/Regulations that are
mandatory for the activity and implement its HSE-MS / procedures in order to
achieve its goals and vision. ONGC expects all its contractors and other
interested parties connected with the work to implement best industry practices
and keep safety of personnel on top of the work agenda with equal importance to
the protection of the environment.

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10.0 HSE POLICY

It is agreed to display Quippo and ONGC HSE Policy at the work location in
English and translated version to Hindi and Bangla languages. ONGC HSE Policy
will be displayed in the offices along with Quippo HSE Policy as provided by
ONGC. All visitors will be briefed on the Policy highlights to explain the
commitment of Quippo on HSE implementation.

11.0 COMPETENCY
Quippo shall appoint competent crew for the work. Tool Pusher / Tour Pusher &
Drillers shall have the (IWCF) well-control competency certificates. The Quippo
Paramedic shall be qualified and registered as per the norms of contract. The
Medical Response Team shall be trained in advanced first-aid and the Fire-
fighting Team shall be trained in firefighting techniques. HSE Officer shall have a
valid qualification and experience in Health Safety and Environment. Quippo
shall produce copies to ONGC prior to start of work and shall maintain the
records in the field.
Competency of the rotating drilling crew will be monitored by the Drilling
Contractor and notified to the DGM Drilling.

12.0 DAILY CREW LIST (DCL)

The Tool Pusher will be responsible for maintaining Drilling Unit site personnel
breakdown by name, role and company on the daily IADC report and Daily Crew
list. This is to be sent to its ONGC by Tool Pusher periodically.
Head count on the Drilling Unit site/camp site shall be monitored through a T-
Card System. Security at the gate shall maintain and report updates to Drilling
Unit

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13.0 DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION STANDARDS & CERTIFICATION OF

EQUIPMENT
ONGC will get the Drilling Unit equipment and construction certified by a third
party inspector. Quippo has agreed to implement the observations/
recommendations of the report. The critical items will be rectified by Quippo
before Drilling Unit acceptance.
All lifting equipment (cranes, forklifts, etc.) and tackles (wire ropes, slings, D-
shackles, etc.) shall be inspected by the designated competent person and
certificates shall be maintained at the site. Such inspections shall be carried out
periodically and color coding system shall be implemented. All such tests/
inspections shall be registered and records shall be maintained at Drilling Unit
site.
This shall be implemented prior to spud.
All well-control equipment, including BOP, will be tested with water prior to spud
to the required test pressure.
Adequate number of gas testers shall be maintained at the Drill-site to monitor
the concentrations of LEL, oxygen, CO and H2S. Gas testers shall be approved to
DGMS standards. Testers shall be calibrated once in 6 months or as per the
DGMS guidelines. Drilling Unit will maintain the copy of Calibration Certificates.
All gratings, platforms, ladders, cages, derrick, etc. shall be of sound construction
and adequate strength and shall be maintained in safe working order.
Every part of the Emergency Escape Device (man-riding winch from derrick floor)
shall be inspected by a competent person at least every day. Records of such
inspections shall be maintained (As per Oil Mines Regulations).
Fire-fighting equipment shall be installed suitably with easy accessibility for use
and shall be inspected at by a competent person as per OISD requirements.
Fire-water System comprising of water storage tank/pit connected to fire water
pumps (electrical & diesel-driven) with fire-water hoses shall be available in good
working condition. Weekly performance checks shall be conducted to ensure its
availability during emergencies.

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BOP shall be tested and inspected as per OISD-RP-174 and comply with
Regulation-44 of Oil Mines Regulations.
Only certified well services equipment will be used. Appropriate, valid certifying
documentation must be provided for verification. If the documentation does not
arrive with the equipment, the equipment will not be put in to service until such
time verification can be made and approved in writing by the Drilling Supervisor
and the Tool Pusher.

14.0 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES (PMS)

The maintenance of all drilling equipment shall be carried out in accordance with
Contractor’s PMS. Service Contractors are responsible for the preventative
maintenance of their own equipment, according to their own preventative
maintenance standards. Drilling Supervisor / Tool Pusher will ensure that such
maintenance has been performed so that the equipment is fit for intended
purpose and fully operational.

15.0 MANAGEMENT OF CHANGE

Any significant deviation from the drilling programme must have approval of the
DGM Drilling. A copy of the change in the programme will be issued to the
Quippo Drilling Superintendent. Day-to-day operational activity and subsequent
changes to work programmes will be reviewed at the Drilling Unit site by the
Drilling Supervisor and the Tool Pusher. The process will include proper hazard
identification, risk assessment and method statements and control measures
identified to reduce the potential for harm. Every day drilling instructions will be
given by the ONGC Drilling Supervisor to the Quippo Tool-pusher.
Changes in the personnel roster at the Drilling Unit will be notified as part of the
normal reporting procedures from the Drilling Unit.

16.0 ELECTRICAL
Adequate illumination levels shall be maintained all over the Drilling Unit work
locations.

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Electrical apparatus shall be of a type approved by DGMS. The system shall

comply with the Central Electricity Authority Rules 2010.
All electrical equipment shall comply with zone classification requirements.
Earth pits and earthing of equipment shall be provided and maintained. All
equipment, machinery, flammable storage, electrical fittings shall be earthed for
dissipation of static charges.
Temporary extension boxes shall be provided with ELCB.

17.0 FLAMMABLE & HAZARDOUS MATERIAL HANDLING

All chemicals shall be stored at a designated location in segregation & posted
with hazardous material labeling. Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) of the
chemicals shall be displayed at the location with a copy maintained at the
Drilling Unit Clinic and HSE Office. All personnel shall be trained on the chemical
handling and first-aid procedures.
While Storing Diesel at site guidelines under petroleum rules 2002 from PESO
shall be followed. Approved tankers (approved by PESO) shall be used to handle
flammable material. Flammable material stored in barrels shall be labeled and
kept in a designated place away from the open flames or spark generation.
Equipment using radioactive source shall be stored in approved pits as per
Atomic Energy Rules and controlled by a competent person. All necessary
precautions shall be taken when such equipment is in use.
Warning signs shall be posted to denote any hazardous situation and use of PPE
requirement.
All safety signs, in line with the contract, will be displayed on location.

18.0 HAZARD MANAGEMENT

Any activity carried out on the Drilling Unit site, which can affect the safety of the
personnel or operations of Drilling Unit, shall be subjected to a systematic HAZID
or JSA and controlled through approved job safety procedures between the
parties concerned.

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19.0 COMMUNICATIONS
The communication between ONGC, Quippo and the Service Contractors is a key
to operations and emergency response. The main areas of communication among
the parties are:
Routine communications
Communication with Regulatory Authorities
Emergency communication

19.1.1 ROUTINE COMMUNICATIONS

A variety of communication tools will be utilized on a routine basis to establish
and maintain effective lines of communication between the Drilling Unit
management team and office management team and between personnel on the
Drilling Unit itself.
• Daily Planning Meetings
• Site Safety Induction (new arrivals/ visitors)
• Daily Progress Reports
• Weekly Safety Meetings
• JSA’s before beginning non-routine tasks like; casing running, logging, etc.
• Tool-box Meeting
• Inspection Reports
• Audit Reports
• Incident Reports
• Emergency Response Drill Report
• Safety Information via Alerts, Bulletins and Monthly HSE Statistics
• Daily instructions from the ONGC Installation Manager
There will be a Daily Operations (Morning) Meeting at site attended by Tool
Pusher & Service Contractors wherein HSE concerns, if any, will be discussed
and provides directions/resources to correct them.
Communication between the Drilling Supervisor and the Drilling Manager and
others, as appropriate, will take place to ensure all persons involved in the
programme are aware of the current situation and actual or potential problems.

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19.1.2 COMMUNICATION WITH REGULATORY AUTHORITIES

Any communications required to be made with any government agencies or
regulatory bodies will be made by authorized representatives of ONGC and
Quippo respectively.

19.1.3 EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS

Details of communication flow during field emergencies will be as per the
guidelines of ERP.

20.0 PERMIT TO WORK (PTW) SYSTEM

The Hazardous operations on the Drilling Unit will be controlled by the Quippo
Permit to Work (PTW) System in conformance to OISD-STD-105 and shall include
but not limited to the following:
• Hot work
• Non-Routine Heavy lifts
• Confined space entry
• Working with equipment using radioactive source
• Working with explosives
• Maintenance and isolation of safety critical equipment’s
• Electrical isolation

All the Drilling Unit crew and the Service Contractor personnel shall receive
Permit to Work System training from the Drilling Unit HSE Officer and records of
same shall be maintained at the Drilling Unit. Tool Pusher shall authorize the
Work Permits for all works.

21.0 SAFETY OBSERVATION PROGRAMME

All contractors at the well-site shall use “Unsafe act-Unsafe condition” reporting /
Suggestion Programme to improve on the safe behavior of personnel by correcting
unsafe acts and conditions, identifying and recording near-miss incidents and
reducing the risk of lost-time injuries and environmental incidents.

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Drilling Unit HSE Officer shall be the focal point to train all personnel on the
system and keep track of the observations made by these personnel. Drilling
Supervisor and Tool Pusher shall review and initiate actions on the valid
observations. This is to be implemented prior to well-spud.

22.0 HEALTH & HYGIENE

Drilling Unit HSE Officer and Drilling Unit Paramedic are responsible for weekly
hygiene inspections of the camp, galley, kitchen, food stuff, crew change rooms,
wash rooms, etc.
Drilling Unit Paramedic shall keep the records of vaccination of the personnel.
This individual will initiate the relevant vaccinations during the monsoon seasons
to control epidemic diseases.

23.0 HEALTH MANAGEMENT & MEDICAL FACILITIES

• Drilling Unit Paramedic shall maintain the medical records of the crew members
which will be useful during emergencies. This will include the vaccination status.
• Paramedic with Drilling Unit HSE shall conduct employee health surveillance to
identify health risk factors.
• Drilling Unit Paramedic shall keep the list of hospital and contact numbers
including ONGC alarm center number.
• Drilling Unit Paramedic shall read and understand the MSDS and keep the
required antidotes in the emergency medicine kit.

24.0 ENVIRONMENT MANAGEMENT

• Diesel Generator stack height (H) shall comply with DGMS requirements
• Quippo shall develop a Waste Management Plan and implement it.
However, the following Waste Management strategy shall be adhered to as a
minimum:
• All wastes to be segregated into hazardous and non – hazardous. All chemical
bags, barrels, oily waste, oil soaked sand, drill cuttings, etc. are classified as
“hazardous waste”.

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• Food waste is not permitted for burning. It shall be treated to convert into
compost or dispose to such external units around site.
• As a priority, waste generation shall be minimized. Whatever is generated shall
be either re-used or re-cycled. Disposal is the last option, which shall be carried
out as per the standards.
• All wastes, like; plastic bottles, chemical packaging and oil and chemical drums
shall be disposed off-site to authorize waste contractors.

25.0 PROTECTION AGAINST NOISE

• The maximum permissible sound pressure level for diesel generator (DG) sets
shall be complied with and the diesel generator sets should be provided with
integral acoustic enclosure. The noise levels shall be monitored periodically
ONGC team as per the environmental standards in India.
• Quippo shall provide ear muffs / plugs to the personnel working/entering the
work area where the noise levels are high.

26.0 WEAPONS, ALCOHOL & DRUGS

The Drilling Unit and camp sites are to be free of all weapons, alcohol, and drugs.
All personnel working on the Drilling Unit shall comply with policy.

27.0 MOBILE PHONES & CAMERAS

• Mobile phones and personal cameras are not allowed to be carried to the
Drilling Unit unless authorized by the Installation Manager.
• A log of all mobile phones shall be maintained by the Radio Operator/Security
to ensure switching them off as a radio silence requirements during wire line
logging / perforation operation.

28.0 CLASSIFICATION OF HAZARDOUS AREAS

Hazardous areas shall be classified and equipment used in the areas shall
comply with the zone classification requirements as DGMS notification
No.1(6)2001-Genl./3604-3753 Dhanbad dated September 12th 2001.

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29.0 INCIDENT REPORTING

• All incidents including first-aid cases, near-misses & environmental events that
occur on the Drilling Unit shall be reported in compliance with the Quippo
incident reporting and investigation.
• Initial reporting shall be made to Company Man, who in turn will forward the
same to the Head Drilling Services & HSE Manager. Head Drilling Services
decides on the thorough investigation of the incident in the event of any potential
major incident. All minor incidents shall be investigated locally by the Tool
Pusher,
Drilling Unit HSE Officer and the ONGC Installation Manager will submit a report
to the Head Drilling Services within 24 hours of occurrence of the incident in FIR.
• Regulatory reporting shall be done by the ONGC Mines Manager.

30.0 WELL-CONTROL INCIDENTS

• ONGC well-control procedure will be followed for well-control incidents as per
ONGC ERP and well on Location.
• At all times there will be a minimum of one Quippo representative on the
Drilling Unit floor who will be competent in well-control, demonstrated by holding
a current IWCF Well-control Certificate.
• Standing orders specifying the actions to be taken when a well kick and the
duties of each person employed on the Drilling Unit as may be necessary to
prevent a blow-out shall be prepared and prominently displayed. All relevant
persons shall be trained.

31.0 PLACE OF ACCIDENT – NOT TO BE DISTURBED

Whenever an accident causing loss of life or serious bodily injury to any person,
the place of accident shall not be disturbed or altered before the arrival or
without consent of the DGMS, unless such disturbance or alteration is necessary
to prevent any further accident, to remove bodies of the decease or to rescue any
person from danger, or unless discontinuance of work at the place of accident
would seriously impede the working of mine. Before disturbing the scene of

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incident, a sketch or photograph of the accident scene shall be taken and shall be
sent to DGMS office (as per Oil Mines Regulations).

32.0 SAFETY HARNESS

To protect the people working at heights from falls, suitable safety harness shall
be provided to them and shall be trained in using the same. Safety harness shall
be inspected by Drilling Unit Assistant Driller periodically and the damaged
harness shall be kept out of service and disposed to waste yard by cutting the
lanyard.
Inertia reels should be installed;
∗ Crown to Drill Floor
∗ Crown to Monkey Board
∗ Two below the substructure for work on BOP

33.0 TRAINING
As a minimum, all personnel on Drilling Unit shall be trained on the following:
• MVT
• Emergency Response
• Basic fire-fighting techniques
• Near-miss reporting
• House-keeping
• PPE
• Safety induction to new employees and briefing to visitors
• Unsafe Act Observation System
• Use of JSAs

Responsible persons shall also be trained in

• IWCF
• Permit-To-Work
• Material handling

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34.0 JOURNEY MANAGEMENT

Quippo Journey Management System will be followed for in-field journeys. Since
there no radio room & VHF facilities available, all the communications will be
managed through mobiles. As far as possible, night journeys shall be avoided
except for crew change. In case of urgent need Drilling Supervisor’s permission
shall be taken for night journeys.
Drivers shall be trained in driving and vehicle inspection techniques and shall
possess valid transport vehicle license. Drivers shall be medically fit and Quippo
shall check this aspect before hiring them.
Drivers shall be rested for 8 hours minimum at night in a suitable place.
Vehicles shall be fitted with seat belts, provided with fire extinguisher and first-
aid box.
Shall have valid vehicle registration document, PUC and vehicle insurance.
Speed limits for LMV are 60 kmph & for all other heavy vehicles it is 50 kmph on
highways. Drivers shall follow the road speed limit signage.

35.0 MATERIAL HANDLING & STORAGE

As minimum all personnel on Drilling Unit shall be trained on the following:
• All piping shall be stored as per Quippo standard procedures.
• Materials are stored at the Drilling Unit in accordance with MSDS
specifications.
• ONGC logistical support personnel are qualified to ensure goods are transported
as per the standards/codes as appropriate.

36.0 HOSPITALS FOR MEDICAL EVACUATION

Quippo will set up a medical facility that is equipped with medicines, material,
equipment that is fit to provide basic emergency trauma care to the injured
person.
The medical facility shall be manned by a qualified and registered medical
professional who has experience in emergency medicine.

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An ambulance with required facilities such as oxygen cylinder, defibrillator,

stretchers, emergency crash kit etc. shall be positioned stand by at the Drilling
Unit site round the clock and maintained in good working order.
Quippo has agreed the hospital assessment and recommendations of ONGC and
use the facilities for medical emergencies. ONGC ERP provides details on referral
hospitals. Drilling Supervisor and Tool Pusher will consider the professional
assessment of the Drilling Unit Paramedic in deciding the Medevac requirements.
Responsibility to provide suitable medical treatment for the injured lies with the
respective contractor. ONGC as a principle employer, ensures the same
requirement is fulfilled by the contractor(s).

37.0 EMERGENCY RESPONSE

Quippo and Service Contractors have agreed to follow ONGC ERP. However,
Quippo and Service Contractors will have their internal emergency reporting and
response procedures in place. Roles and responsibilities have been defined and
Drilling Unit HSE Officer shall train the personnel on the emergency response
actions.
Tool Pusher has the overall responsibility for all the activities taking place within
the Drilling Unit and camp location and for any emergencies /incidents. He
assumes the role of Forward Controller.
Drilling Supervisor will advise the Tool Pusher on the possible course of actions
in line with policies and procedures. The Drilling Supervisor will assume the role
of the “Incident Controller” in the ERP and shall handle all communications with
Drilling Manager.
Medical evacuation from the well site will be initiated by the Drilling Supervisor in
consultation with Drilling Unit Paramedic.

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38.0 AUDITING, REVIEWING AND MONITORING

The Drilling Unit shall be operated by as per Quippo HSE-MS, wherein the audits
and follow up shall be done. Monitor the HSE performance of the Drilling Unit at
all times. Drilling Supervisor & Drilling Unit HSE Officer shall visit the Drilling
Unit periodically to ensure that operations are carried out safely and to comply
with the HSE requirements.
ONGC Installation Manager and HSE representative will carry out a Safety Audit
tour periodically. Points of concern will be discussed at the brief and agreed for
implementation.
It is the responsibility of the Tool Pusher and Drilling Supervisor to ensure that
all corrective actions are implemented and closed out on a timely basis.

Annexure 1:
ONGC HSE Policy

Annexure 2:
Quippo HSE Policy

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