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Oil Field Drill Rig SafetyOil Field Drill Rig SafetyExcerpt from Bill Luther’s, APS-FSR Slideshow

www.txoga.org/attachments/OilFieldSafetyNEO1.ppt

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Unsafe Act

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Unsafe Condition

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REMEMBER………………………..

No job is so important and Noservice is so urgent – that we

cannot take time to perform our work safely.

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This orientation is to help acquaint those personnel with oilfield safety rules, regulations and/or procedures.

This orientation is NOT certification.

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More than 90 % of all accidents are avoidable, being caused by human error rather than by mechanical failure.

It is extremely important that every person on a drilling rig develop a sense of safety in drilling operations.

That person must use this sense in combination with the kind of good judgment it takes to drive a car safely, or to do anything else in a safe manner.

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VocabularyVocabulary

Listing of select vocabulary words ANSI – American National Standards Institute. Approved – Sanctioned, endorsed, accredited,

certified, or accepted by a duly constituted and recognized authority or agency.

Authorized Person – A person approved or assigned by the employer to perform a specific type of duty or duties or to be at a specific location or locations at the job site.

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Vocabulary Vocabulary –– contcont’’dd

Competent Person – One who is capableof identifying existing and predictablehazards in the surround or working conditions which are unsanitary, hazardous, or dangerous to employers and who has authorization to take prompt corrective measures to eliminate them, or who can recommend directly to persons in authority that such corrective measures be taken.

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Guarded – Covered, shielded, fenced, enclosed, or otherwise protected by means of suitable covers, or casings, barrier rails, safety bars, or screens to eliminate the possibility of accidental contact with, or dangerous approach by persons or objects.

Hazard – Any occupational condition or circumstance which is likely to cause death, injury or illness.

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Hazardous Substance – one by reason of being explosive, flammable, poisonous, corrosive, oxidizing, irritating, or otherwise harmful, is likely to cause occupational death, injury or illness.

Qualified–one who by possession of a recognize degree certificate, or professional standing, or who by extensive knowledge, training and experiencehas successfully demonstrated ability to solve or resolve problems relating to the subject matter, the work, or the project.

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Should – means recommended. Suitable – that which fits, and has the

qualities or qualifications to meet a given purpose, occasion, condition, function or circumstance.

Supervisor – person who has been given control, direction and/or supervision of work provided by one or more employees.

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Variance – an exception to a promulgated standard, rule or regulation granted by the Department of Labor, or appropriate agency.

Well Servicing – any action or work other than the original drilling of the well, related, but not limited to the completion, re-completion, down hold maintenance, or termination of the well.

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Oil Company/Operator – Has control of the casing and the mud program being followed drilling the well.

Drilling Contractor – Head of drilling operation. Determines the overall safety practices/policies and the manner in which a safety program is carried out by the various supervisors.

Drilling Superintendent – Represents top management of the drilling contractor. Supervises the operations of several rigs in the area.

Tool pusher – Directly responsible to the drilling superintendent for carrying out work assigned to the rig. Supervise all personnel, ensures machinery is in a safe operating condition. Investigates each accident or injury to determine its cause.

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Driller – Works directly under the tool pusher. Responsible for work of the crew and operation of the rig. The driller sets the pump speed and pressure, operates the draw works and rotary and manipulates the controls to operate the rotary and drill stem to make hole.

Crew Members – Must work for safety as a team! Must know his/her job and stay constantly alert to what is going on. Use PPE. Use proper tools. Learn to foresee and prevent accidents. Use stairs and ladders as intended.

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A Sampling of OSHA A Sampling of OSHA Violations & Standards CitedViolations & Standards Cited

1. Employee riding the traveling blocks – 5(a)(1)

2. No geronimo line from monkey board – 5 (a)(1)

3. Floor holes in rig floor/crown walk around-1910.23(a)

4. Safety goggles not clean and in good repair-1910.133

5. Break Out Tongs – wire clips had U-bolt on live end of line. 5(a)(1)

6. Kelly hose not secured with chains 5(a)(1)

7. V-Door opening not guarded-1910.23

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UNIQUE HAZARDS TO THE OIL AND GAS INDUSTRY

Catheads

Poor Machine Guarding

Rotary Tables

High Pressure Hoses

Gases Falls

Slipping Tripping

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New Mexico based land drilling rig.

If you are the derrick man and weather like this is approaching, what do you do?

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Cathead = Pinch Point

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TONGS – SPINNING CHAIN

Cut off fingers, thumbs

Smashed fingers, hands etc

TEAM WORK !!

Be a Team,

Work Together

Watch out for each other

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Can you find the hazard(s)?Can you find the hazard(s)?

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Look Familiar ??Look Familiar ??

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What problems do you see with these pictures ?

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What is really the HAZARD ????

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Rotary Guard

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IT’S THE LAW !In the State of Texas, all persons working in the oil field where

H2S concentrations are known MUST complete a H2S certification course annually.

The objective is to educate employees about the physical & chemical properties, toxicity, concentration levels, personal

protective equipment use, detection measures, rescue and first aid.

The best way way to reduce the chance of employee exposure to H2S is to provided the best possible training, provide appropriate

personal protective equipment, and ensure employs follow the correct work procedures, rules and requirements.

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COMMON SOURCES OF COMMON SOURCES OF H2SH2S

Naturally in nature

Oil Fields – Mines – Volcanoes –Geothermal Exploration

Through decay of organic matter

Fishing industry – Tanneries - Manure Processing

Municipal sewers - Brewery Industry – Landfills

Chemical ProcessesBy Product – Catalyst – Felt Making – Asphalt Roofing

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H2S or Toxic Gas ExposureH2S or Toxic Gas Exposure

Hydrogen Sulfide – characterized by an odor

of rotten eggs. A very small concentration

can be fatal. When encountered, employees must wear

approved type masks when their work requires them to be

exposed to the gas,in any way.

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Hydrogen Sulfide is highly toxic, colorless, and heavierthan air. It has the odor of rotten eggs, initially.

Most frequently encountered in the production and refining of high sulfurpetroleum and in natural gas. It burns with a blue flame and produces Sulfur

Dioxide.

It forms an explosive mixture with air. The LFL is 4.3%and the UFL is 45.5%.

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Its odor is NOT a reliable warning signal because

higher concentrations of the gas temporarily

destroys the sense of smell. This is the primary

reason for employees not detecting the presence

of H2S and consequently inhaling a lethal

amount. The only positive means is by testing

with an approved H2S detector. DO NOT RELY

SOLELY ON THE SENSE OF SMELL!

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What is he standing on?

Why?

Is he tied off?

What do you think would happen if he falls??

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Racking Pipe – Strains-Sprains, Caught Between etc….

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Ready to set the slips.

Note: 3-people/3-handles

Always set and remove with three (3) people to avoid back strain.

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Stabbing a joint, prior to make-up. Note spinning chain, position of arm and hand ??

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This happens on a daily basis.

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SummarySummary Oilfield Safety is no different than Safety Oilfield Safety is no different than Safety

anywhere else. Different tools, different anywhere else. Different tools, different equipment, but the same equipment, but the same COMMOM SENSECOMMOM SENSEprinciples.principles.

Look for Hazards, protect you and your coLook for Hazards, protect you and your co--worker. Remember, worker. Remember, IdentifyIdentify the Hazardthe Hazard, , Develop a planDevelop a plan to fix it and then to fix it and then Fix itFix it! !

Fix Your Hazards = No AccidentsFix Your Hazards = No Accidents

Get everyone interested. Its for you good and Get everyone interested. Its for you good and theirs.theirs.

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