Simmons Drilling (Overseas) Ltd

Health, Safety & Environmental Management System – Common Procedure

HSEMS DP-0205 CUTTING, WELDING & BURNING 7/16/2023

Issue No 1 Page 1 of 2

1. Scope

1.1 The use of Cutting, Welding & Burning has caused numerous injuries, and often can be fatal!
Work involving welding, cutting and burning can increase the fire hazard on any job, and the
following should be considered prior to the start of job. This work is considered “Hot Work”
This procedure outlines the steps and considerations to be taken when using cutting, welding
& burning on all SDOL Rigs.

2. Objective

2.1 The purpose of this procedure is to ensure that the operation of cutting, welding & burning are
controlled to prevent any injury to the individual(s).

3. Responsibilities

3.1 Rig Manager

Ensure Drillers and any crewmembers involved with task are trained in and follow this
procedure

3.2 Driller

- Hold Pre-job meeting and conduct Basic Risk Assessment

- Ensure all necessary equipment (identified during pre-job) is available and installed
properly
- Ensure Drillers and any crewmembers involved with task are trained in and follow this
procedure
- Prepare equipment and all accessories that are associated with it;
- Ensure the work and surrounding area is hazard-free (safe area);
- All equipment is in good working order; and all safeguards are installed and used.

4. Safety Precautions & Hazard Warnings

4.1 The hazards of not properly using cutting, welding & burning equipment are:

 Personal injury
 Fires
 Explosions
 Equipment Damage
 Fatalities

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Health, Safety & Environmental Management System – Common Procedure

HSEMS DP-0205 CUTTING, WELDING & BURNING 7/16/2023

Issue No 1 Page 2 of 2

5. Instructions

5.1 Follow the stepwise procedure below:

5.2 Always ensure that adequate ventilation is supplied since hazardous fumes can be
created during welding, cutting or burning.

5.3 Where other workers may also be exposed to the hazards created by welding, cutting or
burning, they must be alerted to these hazards or be protected by the use of "screens".

5.4 Never start work without proper authorization.

5.5 Always have fire fighting or prevention equipment on hand.

5.6 Check the work area for combustible material and possible flammable vapors before
starting work.

5.7 A welder should never work alone. A fire or spark watch should be maintained.

5.8 Check cables and hoses to protect them from slag or sparks.

5.9 Never weld or cut lines, drums, tanks, etc. that have been in service without making sure
that all precautions regarding contents have been taken and any permits needed are
obtained.

5.10 Never enter, weld or cut in a confined space without proper gas tests and a required
safety lookout.

5.11 When working overhead, use fire resistant materials (blankets, tarps) to control or contain
slag and sparks.

5.12 Cutting and welding must not be performed where sparks or cutting slag will fall on
cylinders.

5.13 Open all cylinder valves slowly. The valve handle should be kept on the valve spindle
when in use.

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