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The Island Operating Magazine

2015 / Volume 2 / Issue 1

The Island Way

First and foremost, I want to wish you each a happy, healthy, and safe new

year. With each year, we start anew. We set new goals for ourselves personally and professionally.

In every respect, it is a new beginning.

This is true for Island as well. 2014 was a good year for Island – we strengthened our core business

offerings, we grew our results, and we continued to evolve the Island way – which has helped us produce

advances in safety performance year after year. While we continue to show strong improvement, our

goal remains ZERO. We start this year with the genuine belief that we can achieve ZERO – and that

starts today and every day thereafter.

While we focus on our performance and achieving our safety goals, we do this with the sobering reality that the

economic environment in which we have worked is changing. We continue to face changing regulations and decreasing oil prices.

The lower price of oil impacts our customers, other businesses throughout our region, and us. We have no control over where the

price will settle or what others around us do. What we have control over is Island and what each of us as Islanders do each and every

day in our individual and collective work environments.

History shows that downturns in the economy present different challenges and create uncertainty – for

the employer and employee. Employees can lose focus on their job worrying about what they cannot control. Some

companies look to make overreaching, reactionary shifts in their business strategy or personnel to address the changes around

them. That is not the Island way – nor will it be the Island way. Collectively, we must remain focused on doing our part to help

each other – the company supporting great work and Islanders maintaining and working to improve on the Island way.

We are absolutely committed to maintaining and building Island – even in a challenging economic

environment. We will not stop investing in Island. We will not stop believing in ZERO. We will not stop expecting the highest

levels of excellence in everything we attempt. And, we will not stop in pressing forward doing what is safe, what is right, and what is

Island. The price of oil will eventually normalize – and when it does, we will be positioned to take greater advantage of the new normal.

Change is inevitable in business and in life. We have prepared our company for the potential of challenging times

and will be working with our customers to deliver even higher levels of service, production, and most importantly - safety. And,

in 2015 and beyond, we look forward to doing even more to support and build on our Zone ZERO Safety Initiative, your great

work, and our strong family-based culture.

Together, let’s keep it going, the Island way.

Gregg Falgout

Changing Environment/Remaining Focused

PRESIDENT’SMESSAGE

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IN THE ZONE

FEATURES

Living in the Zone: Pressing the Reset Button 4 As far as we are concerned, the slate is clean – 0 accidents, 0 incidents, and 0 personal injuries.

Rescue in the Gulf of Mexico 7Islanders assist four men badly burned in a shrimp boat explosion near Ship Shoal 154-E.

Zone In On The Cure for Cancer 8Introducing a company-wide effort to raise funds for MD Anderson Cancer Center and their mission to make cancer history.

Second Time is the Charm for Sam Gardner 12With plenty of retirement and travel miles ahead,Gardner is ready to make his permanent getawayfrom oilfield work – this time around.

Show Your Island Pride 16Incentives Office stocks a fantastic selectionof items that range from electronics to apparel.

Benefit Tips 20Little known facts about your insurance that everyone should know.

Erasing Debt 22Ten tips to keep you safe from debt in 2015.

NEWS

In the ZONE / President’s Message 2Hard Hats Off! 6 Focus on Training 9INC Free Inspections 11Working in the Zone 14ZONE Zero Incentives 16Payroll 17Announcements 18Dispatches 19ConnectZONE 23

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ZONE Zero Review There is positive momentum as we begin this new year. This past year

was a better year from a safety perspective than in year’s prior, but

we must remain focused on our ultimate goal of zero. To refresh our

memory, let’s take a moment and review the tenets of ZONE Zero:

Z – Zero Accidents

O – Own Your Work

N – Never Compromise Safety

E – Every Voice Matters

Let’s continue to ask ourselves how each of these tenets can help us in

our everyday work. We must first believe that zero is possible. If zero is

not your number, then what is? If it is any number other than zero, then

you are willing to compromise the safety of yourself and those around

you. At Island, we cannot and will not abide by this way of thinking.

Islanders believe in zero.

We must know what we mean by “own your work.” By owning

your work, you are agreeing that it is the best possible work product

you can deliver, day in and day out. You are agreeing that your “signa-

ture” is on the work you provided and you can be proud that it meets

the Island standard. Owning Your Work has as much to do with safety

as it does with pride in a job well done and confirmation in your

engagement as an Islander and the Island way of working safely.

As Gregg points out in his letter, 2014 was a great year

for Island. We continue to trend in the right direction in

regards to safety and performance and we can expect

2015 to be a very strong year for our group. Zero has

been a goal of ours for a while now and this year we are

poised and ready to accomplish this monumental goal.

The Slate is CleanAs far as we are concerned, the slate is clean - 0 accidents, 0 incidents

and 0 personal injuries. Our expectation is that at the end of March, our

slate will remain clean. So too is our expectation that at the end of each

day, and at the end of this month and the next month, the outcomes

will be the same. In fact, we believe that by taking each task one by

one and focusing only on that specific task, that we can achieve our

expectation of zero – it is possible and achievable.

As ambitious as this goal may be, the reality is that we will only be

as successful as we hope to be based on you, the individual Islander.

Even with the growing amount of uncertainty we face from forces

beyond our control, such as the case with regulatory policy or the

recent downturn in the energy sector, we believe that whatever

greatness we achieve in 2015 will be because of your hard work,

your dedication, and your absolute focus on safety.

Pressing the Reset Button of Safety

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Never compromise safety speaks for itself. Under no circumstances do Islanders

cut corners that can put people in harm’s way. We do not remain silent when unsafe

practices are being promoted. We neither promote unsafe behavior to younger Islanders,

nor do we blindly do certain things just because “that’s the way we’ve always done

it.” Islanders challenge the status quo, they question unsafe work, they mentor less

experienced employees to do the right thing – even when no one is watching. Islanders

may even stop work when they deem it is too dangerous to continue.

Islanders know that their voices matter. When stop work cards are submitted, Island-

ers receive feedback from their supervisors and even from Gregg Falgout himself. We

know that our feedback will be listened to and our thoughts respected. Some of the

best ideas can come from unlikely places, and we as Islanders will always listen and

reflect. Each of our voices matter, and as a leadership team, we will always commit

ourselves to listening to you.

ZONE Zero is Core to Our CultureAs we said years ago, ZONE Zero is not a passing fad or short term initiative. It is here to

stay and is core to our culture. With this brand new year upon us, please reflect on how you

can ensure that you meet your individual goal of zero accidents this year. If we each commit

ourselves to this goal, then we, collectively, will reach this monumental achievement. v

Houston Man Charged with False Statements in Relation to Blowout Preventer Testing on Oil Platform in Gulf of Mexico01/28/2015: Houston, TXThe United States Attorney’s Office of the Eastern District of Louisiana announced that Race Addington, 49, of Houston, Texas, was charged in a two-count Bill of Information with making false statements to Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE) inspectors in relation to the veracity of blowout preventer testing on an offshore oil and gas platform. These charges demon-strate that BSEE will work with the Department of Justice and other federal agencies to ensure that individuals who falsify records concerning the integrity of critical safety components are held accountable for their actions.

According to the Bill of Information, on or about November 28, 2012, Addington, a well site supervisor for a platform in the Gulf of Mexico, presented a fabricated blowout preventer pressure test chart to the BSEE inspectors with the expec-tation that it would be a passing test and the inspectors would not find the platform to be in non-compli-ance for failing to properly test the blowout preventer system.

On December 6, 2012, during an investigation of the veracity of the blowout preventer test by BSEE, Addington lied and told BSEE investigators that the BSEE inspec-tors had mistakenly retrieved the

wrong pressure chart from the files, when in truth and in fact he knew that he had personally presented a fabricated chart to inspectors as the actual test record for the platform’s blowout preventer system.

The U.S. Attorney’s Office praised the work of the Department of Interior’s Office of Inspector General, BSEE’s Investigation and Review Unit, and the Environmental Protection Agency in investigating this matter. If convicted, Addington faces a maximum term of impris-onment of 5 years per count and/or a maximum fine of $250,000 per count.

The following article reports a man was charged with providing false information and statements to BSEE. Please be reminded, as an Islander, and a representative of our ZONE Zero safety culture, we never compromise safety, nor do we submit to falsifying reports. Islanders deal with problems head on, and in doing so, you can count on Island’s full support. The article below references a test chart on a BOP, but can easily be related to our daily work and responsibilities; for example, SCSSV inspections, PSV inspections, Monthly 14-C testing, and the list goes on. Providing false statements, falsifying any of the above, or any other regulatory requirement, would carry the same penalty and consequence.

NEWS BRIEF

Source: www.bsee.gov


Rex Thibodeaux, we appreciate that you recognized the potential hazard of the nails protruding from the construction board and hammered them back to eliminate the danger. It is evident that you have adopted ZONE Zero beyond the workplace into all areas of your life. Great job!

Field Foreman Bruce Hebert recognizes the A-Crew of Ship Shoal 72 for going the extra mile, being courteous, and working as a team. Brandon Cage, Ridge Felarise, Russell Marcantel, Thomas Raynal, Robert Vidrine, Michael Dupont, and Benjamin Murphy have been doing an outstanding job in mentoring and training an entry-level employee. Thank you for showing great character and leadership.

Seth Fruge, thank you for having the right attitude about learning everything you can from seasoned mentors. Never stop asking ques-tions; that’s how we learn. Great job!

Trevor Dugas, we commend you for your safe actions during the transfer of chemicals. Taking the time to make sure it was a safe crane lift from start to finish with proper hand signals and working as a team. Proper crane pre-use and riggings check is the right way to safely accomplish this task.

Hats off to the following Island Operators for their commitment to safety and embracing a ZONE Zero mindset while working in a team environment, mentor-ing and sharing crucial knowledge. It has become increasingly obvious that

the men at Eugene Island 331-B have developed a mentality of safety first.

A noticable cultural/attitude change in the operators and third-party personnel that work at EI 331-B has occurred. This is evidence that both Island and Renaissance’s proactive safety programs are creating a culture and mindset that all things are to be done in a safe and compliant manner.

JSAs are no longer seen as a hassle, rather they are valued and, more and more, being utilized for jobs that we used to consider “routine”, such as changing out a PSV or run-ning a temporary jump line. The welcomed change increases the potential to do the job safely.

Hearing this is firm evidence that the crew has fully adopted the concept and thought processes that ZONE Zero is meant to instill in all Island Operators. This is great news in that it gives Island proof that those who will follow and adhere to the program will undoubtedly stay ahead of the game and above all, be safe.

Island and Ressaisance have worked hard to build this culture within our companies and the personnel at EI 331-B have stepped up to the plate and made it happen. Safety should always be the number one priority when performing any job and Island commends everyone for being proactive when it comes to safety.

Renaissance OffshoreRecognizes Islanders Embracing Safety Culture

Thank you, Rainey Moore, for taking the new B-Operator under your wing and showing him the ropes. We appreciate you being a ZONE Zero team player.

HARD HATS OFF Communicating with a safety mindset means communicating clearly, accurately, and with decisiveness.

Thank you, Tay Tran, not only for making sure the job was performed safely, but for also understanding why you should follow protocol. Policies and procedures are required to ensure that all safety steps are in place, as well as to give employees the peace of mind that everyone is on the same page.

Thank you, Terry Seaux, for helping someone in need. Along with representing Island in the best possible manner, you provided a second line of safety for the truck driver by flashing your hazard lights. Thank you for not only being an outstanding Islander, but also an outstanding citizen. Major Fire Prevented

by Observant CrewWhile waiting at the heliport during crew change, Dustin Shell noticed smoke coming from the parking area. He observed the smoke getting thicker and decided to head over to take a closer look with a few other guys. As they approached the parking lot, they realized that the smoke was coming from the back of a pickup truck where a spare tire was smoldering and other debris was already in flames. They pulled everything out of the truck and put the fire out on the pavement. This should be a reminder to us all that it is crucial to keep all areas clean – work-place and personal property.

4 Tips You Should Know About Fires

1. Fire is FAST! There is little time to react. In less than 30 seconds, a small flame can get completely out of control and turn into a major fire.

2. Fire is HOT! Heat is more threatening than flames. A fire’s heat alone can kill. Room temperatures in a fire can be 100 degrees at floor level and rise to 600 degrees at eye level.

3. Fire is DARK! Fire isn’t bright, it’s pitch black. Fire starts bright, but quickly produces black smoke and complete darkness. If you awake to a fire, you may be blinded, disoriented, and unable to find your way around familiar spaces.

4. Fire is DEADLY! Smoke and toxic gases kill more people than flames do. Fire uses up the oxygen you need and produces smoke and poisonous gases that kill. Breathing even small amounts of smoke can make you drowsy, disori-ented, and short of breath.

Barcot had to muster strength one final time to aid in his rescue. “He was crying and shaking. Ryan is a trooper. That boy walked up all the stairs to get to the heliport,’’ Hanks said. The first week in the hospital was the most difficult, with Barcot’s recovery in doubt after he became septic. But he pulled through and he and his family say they are indebted to the service vessel crew and the Ship Shoal 154-E workers – Hanks, Guidroz, Wilson, Crain, and Carney – who went out of their way to save Ryan. “We are so grateful to the people on the platform. Without them, Ryan wouldn’t have lasted,” said Ryan’s mother, Joyce Barcot. “They are the ones that saved my son.” Hanks and Guidroz acknowledged favorable circumstances that were in place that day: the close proximity of the supply vessel to the explosion, the presence of a medic on the Century Exploration platform, and the beautiful weather. For the two days after the incident, visibility was reduced to zero by dense fog. “If it would have happened the next day, the boat would have burned up. We would have never seen the smoke,’’ Hanks said. Hanks and Guidroz visited Barcot in an emotional meeting with Barcot repeatedly expressing his thanks. “The guys in the field reacted and saved four lives and brought home a father, son, and brother back to their families for Christmas,’’ Guidroz said. “We don’t consider ourselves heroes. We happened to be in the right place, at the right time, at the right moment.’’


Hanks said he was in contact with the service vessel and instructed it to bring the injured to his oil and gas platform, where SMS medic Kasey Wilson was on duty. When the four men arrived, Barcot was wrapped in a blanket. The gravity of his injuries didn’t become apparent until the blanket was removed. He was burned on over 70% of his body. Barcot was going into shock and Wilson gave him intravenous morphine until the Coast Guard arrived. “He was trembling, crying, and shaking, then he’d stop,’’ Hanks said. The others also were injured. One crewman suffered from smoke inhalation, and the captain and the third crewman were burned. It seemed like it took forever before the Coast Guard helicopter arrived. Barcot was in intense pain. “I lied to Ryan. I said the bird is going to be here in 15 minutes,’’ Hanks said. Barcot kept asking, “’How much longer? How much longer?’”

The Miss Eva was wrapping up its trip, carrying thousands of pounds of shrimp, when crew members awoke to the smell of smoke and noise. Shortly after, there was an explosion onboard and the crew found themselves fighting for their lives. Ship Shoal 154-E foreman Chris Hanks, who works for Century Exploration, had been alerted to smoke by Island Operator Mitch Crain. They saw the smoke out on the water, then the explosion. Hanks immediately radioed a service vessel and the Coast Guard. Island Operator Chad Guidroz said, “There was no doubt that the boat was on fire and the people were in trouble. You could see the flames come through the wheelhouse of the boat.’’ Once the service vessel arrived on the scene, it found four badly injured crew members in a lifeboat. The vessel took them to the closest platform, Ship Shoal 154-E, where they could be treated before being transported to hospitals by helicopter. According to the Island crew, when Ryan (Barcot) jumped, he missed the life raft. “He was hanging on,” said Hanks. “He couldn’t hang on for long because his hands were all burned.

“We are so grateful to the people on the platform. Without them, Ryan wouldn’t have lasted. They are the ones that saved my son.’’

Some people consider Chad Guidroz, Mitch Crane, and Emery Carney heroes. These three operators were at Ship Shoal 154-E when the Miss Eva shrimp boat exploded in the Gulf of Mexico. Four crewmembers were found hanging on to a life raft before they were picked up by a supply vessel and taken to the platform where the Island operators would assist them.

Rescue in the Gulf of MexicoIsland operators provide local shrimpers a chance to survive.

Source: nola.com

Kimberly and Christine Falgout are proud to introduce a company-wide effort to raise funds

for MD Anderson Cancer Center and their mission to make cancer history. This important

opportunity will also provide education to our co-workers and our families on things we can

do to help prevent cancer and encourage comprehensive wellness. We are proud to introduce

“ZONE In On The Cure For Cancer.”

This effort, much like ZONE Zero, is targeted at making Island the safest and healthiest

workplace possible. Over the next few months we will provide information, education, and

opportunities to participate in this important endeavor. Our goal over the next 6 months is

to raise $100,000 to benefit MD Anderson Cancer Center — one of the nation's premier

cancer treatment hospitals. While the goal is for there to be 100% participation at whatever

level an employee or customer can give, Island wants this to be an opportunity for each of us

to rally as a community to educate others and raise awareness.

Our ultimate outcome is to further define Island and bring Islanders closer together around

the causes and values that drive our company. We will be sharing additional information and

ways to donate in the coming weeks.

Attent onIslAnders

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For more informationcontact the Payroll Dept.at 337.233.9594.

PAYROLL UPDATES

A man called the Payroll Office and requested an estimate of his benefits upon retirement. After I gave him the information, he went on to inquire about his wife’s benefits. I asked if she had ever worked. “She has worked all her life making me happy,” he replied. That was nice, I commented, but had she ever contributed to a pension plan? “No,” he said. “We made an agreement when we got married. I would make the living and she would make the living worthwhile.”

EASTER HOLIDAYThe office will be closed Friday, April 3rrd, for Good Friday. Checks will be handed out on Thursday, April 2nd, from 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. All direct deposits will go out as normal.

MEMORIAL DAY HOLIDAYThe office will be closed Monday, May 25th, for Memorial Day. We are asking for your support in turning your time ticket in early. Please have your time ticket in the Lafayette Office by 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, May 21st. Payday is May 29th; checks and direct deposits will be distributed on Friday, May 29th, as normal.

The knowledgeable employees of the Payroll Department are ready to help you by answering any questions you may have. Please don’t hesitate to contact them.

Payroll Contacts:

April SheltonChrissy BroussardKara MelanconLauren RowlanOlivia Daigle

Payroll Humor

Trending now: There are plenty of reasons to use humor in the workplace. So, here’s to reducing stress, increasing productivity, developing creativity, expanding learning, strengthening relationships, enhancing leadership, and making us happier.

Island Employee Referral Program

Credit Union Membership

As Islanders, we are committed to the care of our clients’ assets through quality of service, knowledge of regulatory compliance, and our ZONE Zero safety mindset. We honor and reward our employees through various incentives and programs throughout the year, as well as providing support 24/7. We value our employees and we show it!

Island is currently looking for experienced operators.

A referral bonus is given to any employee who refers an experienced production operator to Island Operating Company. The referred operator must list the employee as the referrer on their employment application and complete 60 days of employment in order for the referrer to receive the bonus. Contact your Island Supervisor for details.

Benefit #2: Credit unions’ loan rates are generally lower than those at commercial banks. Consider refinancing your bank loans and credit card balances at the credit union to save money.

Island Operating Company, Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment regard-less of age, race, creed, national origin, sex, religion, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic prohibited by law. Our Man-agement is dedicated to ensuring the fulfillment of this policy with respect to hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, rates of pay or other forms of compensation, and general treatment during employment. We expect everyone to show understanding and consideration to fellow employees and to respect and observe this policy. YOU CAN ACCESS ALL OF ISLAND’S POLICIES ON THE ISLAND PORTAL.

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Island Operating is a member of Acadiana Federal Credit Union and Advancial Federal Credit Union. For more information, or to find out how you and your family can become members of these Credit Unions, please contact the Payroll Department.


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Arthur DelcambreWaylon WatsonChris LedetCharles SuireTaylor SmithBrian ChampagneAlan AbshireGlen CarwileMichael MillerWilliam HarwellDonald JoubertRodney DuprieThomas DeshotelsLouis CalamiaJoshua PenningtonTroy NarcisseA.B. RichardMichael ArnaudNathan BelleloJoseph BreauxDanny EtheridgePhil Holman

Joseph ThompsonEric TaylorMichael WelchRobert StephensJoshua GuidrySamuel Cobb

Kyle MettingHarold ManuelRichard LangleyMark GentryBarry BrooksGeorge MastersonJack ShultzTravis VincentCody MatherneKenneth MarksJoseph GuidryMarcus VidrineGary CarpenterTroy DurioRegan BenoitNicholas ReganJade ThibodeauxMarcus ScanlanDavid FontenotFrancis MeauxJeff VerzwyveltGreg PiletteHerman Johnson

100%RIGHT ON COURSE

100% T2 BASIC

FOCUS ON TRAINING

For more informationcontact the Training Dept.at 337.233.9594.

The following employees scored a perfect 100 on their T2 Basic or T2 Refresher course and received Zone Zero points.

100% T2 REFRESHER


The Summer will be here before you know it. If you have summer vacation plans, please call the Training Department as soon as possible. We will check to see what training you have coming up and schedule your classes EARLY so that it does not interfere with your vacation. Otherwise, you will be scheduled for your classes approximately 4 weeks prior to your expiration date. If you are unsure of any of your expiration dates, you may call and speak to Erica Morrow, Callie Leverett, Meghan Stelly or Mario Bruno in the Training Department. Please remember, your attendance at all scheduled courses is MANDATORY and a requirement for your employment at Island Operating.

Planning Ahead forTraining Courses

Scheduling your courses ahead of time ensures your summer vacation plans stay on track and gives you peace of mind.

Water SurvivalTraining UpdateThere has been an update to the Water Survival Training renewal interval for Island Operating employees. The renewal interval has been changed from 3 years to 4 years.


Island Staff Adopts Families for ChristmasThe Island Operating Office Staff in Lafayette got together in December and adopted four families for Christmas. We chose the families through the Lafayette Friends for Children group. It was our goal to provide approximately $250.00 worth of items to each family member. Each child received a monogramed blanket and duffle bag, pajamas, two warm outfits and at least 3 toys from their wish list. Each mother received sleep-wear, slippers, one outfit, monogrammed blanket, and one gift from their gift list. Each family also received a box of non-perishable food items. Gift cards for family outings along with a Logan Farm’s gift card were donated by Island Operating.

Erica Clayton, Mario Bruno, Callie Leverett, and Meghan Stelly in the Training Department, along with Jenny Stelly (Receptionist) coordinated the receipt of funds, gift buying, wrapping, and delivery to the families. Janis, one of the recipients of a gift package, is pictured above in the center, surrounded by our Island Santas.

The families were so appreciative of the gifts! The mother of one family had requested a ladder as her gift and when we made the delivery, we gave her the ladder first. She was ecstatic and kept hugging us and thanking us! She did not even realize that we had other gifts for her family. It was so humbling to see someone so gracious and appreciative for something so small. One family sent a thank you note saying how grateful they were for Island Operating Company. She said her children told her it was the best Christmas they ever had! Another mother took pictures of us around her Christmas tree so her son could see that people loved and cared for him and his family. Thanks to everyone who participated! We only wish that everyone could have seen the joy in the faces of the recipients!

All you have to do to enter is “Like” our page! You don’t have to work here to win, so make sure your family and friends “Like” our page, too! We’ll pick a winner EVERY week!

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MeDCO enerGIMain Pass 64 fieldCarl Aguillard, Marcell Chung, John Dwyer, Robert Elliott, Hugh Hession, John Hession, Bradley Russo, William Vanmeter, Jon Williams, Shane Zimmerman

PereGrIne West Cameron 565Don Cheramie, Michael Linder, Charles McCartney, Derrick Miller, Michael Perry, Garry Rivers, Jeff Verzwyvelt

renAIssAnCe OffshOreeugene Island 331-BBrian Breaux, Mark Daire, Ed Duhon, John Haile, Donald Joubert, Ricky Long, Allen Sanchez, Galen Schexnayder

rOOsTer PeTrOLeUMhigh Island 154-AChristopher Boudreaux, Russell Petry, Joshua Salapack, Douglas Tinkle

high Island 494-A&B Jeff Verzwvelt, James Peg, Michael Linder, Charles McCartney, Derrick Miller, Michael Shannon, Todd Hendry

sTOne enerGYeast Cameron 45 e/3, 64-A, A-Aux, f, G, L, #6, #7, West Cameron 176-#14, #15Raymond Dugas, Michael Kennedy, Justin Leblanc, Christopher Lemaire, Cody Menard, Aaron Trahan, Cody White

TALOs enerGYsouth Timbalier 30-A, 38-IDerek Johnson, Keith Tivet

south Timbalier 34, 50-A, 34-e Harry Mey

WALTer OIL & GAssouth Pelto 6 A & Caisson #2Joshua Dent, Devin Fontenot, Johnny Fortenberry, Nicholas Hetherington, Don Leblanc, Kris Ledoux, Chadwick Reed, Corey Rentrop, Ryan Stanley, Gary Stewart, Gene Tuccio, Rodney Wheeler

Green Canyon 65 David Russo, Keith Chaplain

INC FREE INSPECTIONS

ExceptionalINC FreeInspectionsGreat inspections on the following two facilities. Results like these can only be accomplished by a dedicated team of true professionals. Thanks for all that you do for Island and our customers to keep us at the forefront of the industry.

The following facility has gone INC FREE twice in 2014:Eugene Island 338-KArena Offshore2/18/2014:75 Components /0 INCs10/28/2014:79 Components /0 INCs

A Crew:Danzel MarcantelJT HawleyKevin FontenotSeth PickeringTrey Choate

B Crew:Mike SandersKyle SellersThaddeus CarmoucheLloyd (Brantley) WhiteNick FontenotKelly Lee

The following facility was INC FREE with a high number of componentsinspected:

South Pelto 10Fieldwood 104 Components /0 INCs

Rene BourriagueGene CallahanNicholas CloudJarred DougetBobby HollowayCharles JamesJeremy LegrosBrandon LynchWilliam McGivarenJaron OrtegoJordan SonnierJeremy WilliamsonRobert Stephens

ZONE Zero at work andat homeKhalid Alario Dandachli posted this amazingly cute photo of his son demonstrating one of Island’s ZONE Zero principals: Never Compromise Safety!

Islanders are “Living in the Zone 24/7”

with ZONE Zero in their daily lives.


second

is the charmfor Sam Gardner


In January 2014, Sam Gardner

was ready to retire. With more

than a decade at Island Operating

Company, Gardner was closing

in on 45 years in the oilfield.

However, Gardner’s retirement

lasted a grand total of only

three weeks. He had to come

back to Island.

etirement wasn’t what I thought it was going to be,” said Gardner, 67, who lives in Fairfield, TX. “I’ve worked for so many years. I’m so used to getting up in the morning and going to work. To be off and

knowing that I didn’t have anything to do, it just scared me.” “That’s when I called Island back. I called Mrs. Sandra and said ‘I got to go back to work,’ but I don’t want it to be offshore. I’m through with offshore.’ They offered me a position in West Virginia and I said that’s a little too far to travel. They had one with Talisman in south Texas and I said I’ll take it! It’s 14 and 14 and when I was working, I loved my 14 and 14.” As of February 2015, Gardner is retired again. This time, he plans to make it stick, with time devoted to his wife Patti, travel, grandchildren, boating, camping, and more. Gardner said he’s still going to miss Island, where he worked as an operator for 12 years. “With all the years I’ve been with Island, I have nothing bad to say about it,” said Gardner. “This is my second retirement from Island. I sat down with Mr. Falgout and had a long talk.” “All the ladies in the office were really nice people. I know quite a few of them and the office personnel and field guys. Island is probably one of the best companies that I’ve worked for.” “I’ve got plenty of stuff to keep me busy around here,” added Gardner. “I’ve got a beautiful wife. We’ve been together 44 years. We’ll make it.”

From Navy mechanic to the oilfield As a retiree, Gardner leaves behind manual labor that he’s enjoyed since the 1960s. A U.S. Navy veteran from the Vietnam era, Gardner served on a guided missile heavy cruiser. He became a mechanic working on turbine generators, a skill that followed him the rest of his life. After his military days, Gardner made $3.50 an hour working in a ware-house for Texas Compressor, a company that rebuilt low speed engines. He worked his way up to the mechanic department, where he managed a crew of four. His compressor experience led to generator work offshore, where he handled as many as 67 platforms at one time. The challenging work came at a price. Gardner lost part of a finger on his right hand while working on an engine. “They said if you ever stick your finger in a hole, it’s going to cut it off,” said Gardner. “I’m here to tell you, it’ll cut the top of it off. I never had it sewed back on. It just stayed a nub on the end. I was putting some manifold gaskets on a Clark engine. I had the control box sitting on my leg and my hand moved underneath there to move this gasket around. The box fell off and it hit in the up position.” “I didn’t even feel it when I jerked my hand back. I felt the warmness running down my arm, which was blood. That let me know something happened. The doctor said it cut that nerve so quick, I didn’t get a chance to holler ‘ouch’.”

Family man ready to travel The oilfield had its challenges, but the work allowed Gardner, a native of Lake Charles, Louisiana, and his wife, to raise a daughter, Melissa, and two sons, Jason and Timothy. Melissa now works as a school teacher in Elk City, Oklahoma. Jason followed his father’s military footsteps and now has 17 years in the Navy. Timothy works as a welder in nearby Teague, TX. Their children have blessed Gardner and his wife, a retiree after 23 years in the Texas school system, with three grandsons. The grandparents plan to spend time visiting them and doing one of their favorite pastimes – traveling to flea markets, trade days, and garage sales. They’ve traveled as far as Oklahoma looking for good bargains. The Sooner State is also home to some of their favorite state parks. “We love to go camping and we love to go to state parks. We’ll drive all the way up into Oklahoma, on the eastern side, on the Arkansas line. They have five state parks up there that are some of the most beautiful parks you’ll ever see, up around Broken Bow and up through there.” “If I’m offshore, sometimes I’ll call her and say ‘What are you doing when I get off? Let’s go somewhere.’ She’ll say ‘Where we going?’ I say ‘I don’t know. Wherever the truck goes, we’ll go with it.’ We’re liable to drive 150 miles just to go to an auction and spend the weekend. It’s like our little getaway deal.”

Appreciative of Island With plenty of retirement and travel miles ahead, Gardner is ready to make his permanent getaway from oilfield work, but he remains grateful for his time with Island. “I enjoyed working all the years with Island. Island’s been a good company. I appreciate them giving me the chance when they did.” “I’ve worked with some good people. They take care of you and they watch your back..... I appreciate that from Island.”

“R


WORKING IN THE ZONE

Thinking, acting, and working safely every day.

While crane operator was offloading person-nel from the boat, I observed some personnel were getting on the basket too early. Some of the hands were slower putting on their vests than others. Instead of staying off the basket and waiting till everyone was ready, they would stand on the basket and wait. I called an all stop. Contacted the crane operator and boat captain and told them to drop the basket to let personnel grab a vest. Then pick the basket off the deck till everyone was ready to be lifted up. This allows the crane operator to rest the basket in rough seas and prevents the basket from moving around on deck with personnel on it.

Loop platform groceries are brought in each week by helicopter. Some items are bulky and weigh 60lbs or more causing operators to use both hands leaving no way to hold onto the handrails. This is unsafe as it doesn’t allow for 3 points of contact when descending stairs. Using two people to carry one ice chest puts a strain on the back of the operator at the top of the stairs. I sent in a requisition for and received a cargo net which will allow us to use the crane to get our groceries from the heliport to the living quarters to pre-vent the possibility of an injury or fall.

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After lining everything up to replace an electric chemi-cal pump motor, a coworker was going to try and lift the motor into place. The pump section was low to the ground which would have put him in a bent over position and likely caused a back injury. I stopped the job and we talked about rigging a strap above which would allow us to hang a chain hoist overhead. With the rigging in place, we raised and installed the motor without risk of injury. The job was completed in a safe manner.

Chemical guy was here mixing up samples with syringes. Once done, I noticed he was throwing them into the trash. I stopped him and asked why he was discarding needles into the regular trash. He replied it was ok as the caps were on each syringe. I replied the caps could come off and stick someone handling the trash bags. Someone could become sick or poisoned from the chemicals on the needles. I informed the chemical guy that we had a biohazard container and that he must discard the needles there to prevent an accident. He agreed and discarded all the syringes properly.

Kevin Lanerie

Kyle Jude Broussard

Robert Glass

Richard Fontenot

Scott Fontenot

500 PTS

400 PTS

300 PTS

200 PTS

100 PTS

The following are

the winners for the

4th quarter of the ZONE

Zero observation pro-

gram. The winning

cards were selected

from observations made

between October 1st and

December 31st. The top

5 overall winners were

chosen anonymously by

operators who volun-

teered at various crew

change locations. A total

of 7,750 points were

awarded to 113 winners.

Fieldwood Energy

Stone Energy

Fieldwood Energy

Arena Energy

Contango Operators

While back-loading the field boat, several lifts had to be placed into tight places. While I was lowering a load to the boat the deckhand pointed to a spot he wanted me to land the lift. The spot he identified was a tight space and left no room for him to maneuver or escape should something go wrong. I signaled to the deckhand and he immediately understood to get out of that spot. We moved the load to another safer spot on the deck. It was done safely.


Richard BourqueFieldwood Areas 1 & 2

Area 1:1. Laurent Martin2. Steven Shockey3. Anthony Robertson4. William Graham5. William Harwell

Area 2:1. Anthony Shuff2. Bobby Breaux3. Cody Ward4. Joseph Reed5. Bryon Tauzin

Rob HernandezFieldwood Areas 4 & 5Area 4:1. Greg David2. Blaine Beene3. Greg David4. Blaine Beene5. Marcus Vidrine

Area 5:1. Joseph Roberts2. Roger Curol3. Seth James4. Rickey Dooley5. Kenneth Stevens

Jody SoileauFieldwood Area 6 1. Scott Fontenot2. Bobby Outhouse3. Rainey Moore4. Michael Welch5. Dustin Shell

Raymond SalinasFieldwood Area 1:1. Danny Keen2. Gerald Prince3. Nathan Mcbride4. Larry Dunn5. Larry Dunn

AREA WINNERS BY SUPERVISOR:

Bert FaulFieldwood Area 7Area 7:1. Richard Fontenot2. John Aguillard3. Gary Obrien

Rod LaseterStone Energy1. Dustin Reed2. Dustin Reed3. Todd Trahan4. Drake Trim5. Todd Trahan

Chris FontenotStone Energy – West Virginia1. Chris Weekly2. Wayne Martin3. Kevin Leblanc4. Travis Holt5. Jeff Haught6. Greg Vines

Kenny BroussardFreeport McMoran1. Glen Lloyd2. Wayne Fabre3. Buck Smith4. Rickey Perrero5. Albert Scott

Deany SmithWalter Oil & Gas1. Rodney Wheeler2. Trevor Dugas3. Johnny Fortenberry4. Gary Stewart5. Grant Williams

Robert Furey1. Ricky Waltrip (WOG) 2. Howard Gardner (Arena) 3. Howard Gardner (Arena) 4. Shane Miller (Arena)5. Shane Miller (Arena)

Ricky LiretteArena Energy1. Cody Matherne2. Seth Fruge3. Darrell Debate4. Rex Thibodeaux5. Rex Thibodeaux

John SaldanaFieldwood1. Robert Glass2. Adam Lewis3. William Loftus4. Brett Fangue5. Eric Drake

Dwayne Hebert1. Steven Johnson (WOG)2. Matthew Toups (Tana)3. Jake Theriot (Sabine Office)4. Steven Johnson (Sabine Office)5. Kourtlin Benoit (WOG)

Gregory Ardoin1. Kyle J. Broussard (Arena)2. Brian Breaux (Renaissance)3. Galen Simon (Renaissance)4. Mark Daire (Renaissance)5. Leonard Clark (Arena)

Richard Brierre 1. Don Champagne (ORB)2. Jason Fontenot (Energy XXI) 3. Kevin Lalonde (Energy XXI)4. Oby Reynolds (Energy XXI)5. Keith Derouen (Energy XXI)

Cody RichardArena Energy1. Jake Francis (Arena) 2. Ed Watson (Contango) 3. Danzel Marcantel (Arena) 4. Michael Sanders (Arena) 5. Christian North (Arena)

Mike Kibodeaux1. Kevin Lanerie (Loop 48)2. Joshua Cormier (Loop 48)3. Noel Roe (Gomex)4. Noel Roe (Gomex)

Joe RodriguezTalisman1. Earnest Berger2. Ray Longoria3. John Ferris4. Dennis Kolle5. Albert Janecka

Michael HolleyEnergy XXI1. Thomas Young2. William Sullivan3. Maurice Smith4. Bryan Lanclos5. Marcelle Stewart

Richie SavoieCentury Exploration1. Ian Jordan 2. Jacob Nevills3. Ian Jordan

Jerry Longino1. Nicholas Figueroa (Enven)2. Douglas Thole (Arena)3. Douglas Thole (Arena)

IslandOperatingMissionStatementIsland Operating is committed to provid-ing safe, compliant and efficient operations to our customers’ oil and gas assets and our employees’ well-being. We will accomplish this by adhering to our core values of hon-esty, trust, integrity and respect for our clients and one another.

HONESTY

TRUST

INTEGRITY

RESPECT

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community involvement

ZONE ZERO INCENTIVESRemember to check your portal often for points accrued.

UNIFORMSEmployees are eligible for 2 sets of FRC uniforms every 6 months. We will not contact you to place your order! If you are eligible, please call Kenzie, Brittany, or Melissa A. in the Incentives Department.

Show Your Island Pride

contact the Incentives Dept.at 337.233.9594 or 1.800.366.9594.

For more information

Brandon LaFleur knows fishing. After all, he’s been fishing with his dad since he was a young boy. And it would be these times on the water that he would learn he could tackle anything.

Brandon works on Fieldwood Energy’s Eugene Island 175. He introduced his own son, Landon, to fishing at a young age. On a recent trip to Chicot State Park, they had a better than normal day, bringing home a big catch of sac-a-lait.

But even when they don’t catch much fish, they have learned a few things while sitting in the boat with a fishing pole in hand.

One of those life lessons: Be patient. “What else can you do as you sit in a boat waiting for a big one to take the bait? You can’t tell a fish to hurry up, they do what they want.”

Stop by to visit the Incentives Office and you’ll discover a fantastic selection of items that range from electronics to apparel. There’s something for everyone in your family, so pick up a few items to show off your Island Pride.


A Reel ExpertCan Tackle Anything

Featured items are available in the Island Store online and at the Incentives Office.

Heavy Garment Washed, MESH BACK CAPThis should be every out-doorsman’s go-to cap! A 6-panel, low crown cap with washed cotton twill front panel and pre-curved visor.

DRI DUCK Wildlife Series CapsThere is no substitute for the original Wildlife Series hats featuring anembroidered outdoor wildlife scene.

ZIPPO Auto Safe FlashlightThis is a safety tool every vehicle should have! Super bright white 4 LED light, seatbelt cutter, and car window hammer. Water and shock resistant.

ZONE ZERO Dri-Mesh Long Sleeve ShirtThe double layer mesh construction of Dri-Mesh releases heat and sweat, while maintaining superior breathability. The result is you stay comfortable, cool, and dry in even the most active workouts.

“Each species is a masterpiece, a creation assembled with extreme care and genius.”

Landon LaFleur shows off two of his biggest sac-a-lait caught on a recent fishing trip with his dad.

Kimberly and Christine Falgout are proud to introduce a company-wide effort to raise funds

for MD Anderson Cancer Center and their mission to make cancer history. This important

opportunity will also provide education to our co-workers and our families on things we can

do to help prevent cancer and encourage comprehensive wellness. We are proud to introduce

“ZONE In On The Cure For Cancer.”

This effort, much like ZONE Zero, is targeted at making Island the safest and healthiest

workplace possible. Over the next few months we will provide information, education, and

opportunities to participate in this important endeavor. Our goal over the next 6 months is

to raise $100,000 to benefit MD Anderson Cancer Center — one of the nation's premier

cancer treatment hospitals. While the goal is for there to be 100% participation at whatever

level an employee or customer can give, Island wants this to be an opportunity for each of us

to rally as a community to educate others and raise awareness.

Our ultimate outcome is to further define Island and bring Islanders closer together around

the causes and values that drive our company. We will be sharing additional information and

ways to donate in the coming weeks.

Attent onIslAnders

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PAYROLL UPDATES


EASTER HOLIDAYThe office will be closed Friday, April 3rrd, for Good Friday. Checks will be handed out on Thursday, April 2nd, from 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. All direct deposits will go out as normal.



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PAYROLL UPDATES


EASTER HOLIDAYThe office will be closed Friday, April 3rd, for Good Friday. Checks will be handed out on Thursday, April 2nd, from 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. All direct deposits will go out as normal.



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JUST MARRIEDBest wishes to the following employees on their recent marriages.

Stephen & Molly Henry 9/25/14 Glenn & Anita Knight 11/13/14 Ivan & Morghan Nucete 11/17/14 Jason & Sarah Wiggins 11/22/14 Michael & Victoria Kennedy 12/11/14 Byron & Rachael Manuel 12/18/14 Christopher & Melana Lemaire 12/20/14 Jules & Tanya Lemaire 1/10/15 Jason & Natalia Scott 1/16/15Bobby & Melody Outhouse 1/21/15

GET WELL SOONWe wish the following employees a healthy recovery.

CONDOLENCES We extend our condolences to the following employees and their families for their loss.

David Bagley on the loss of his sonOlivia Daigle on the loss of her grandmotherTom Doyle on the loss of his motherJustin Gillespie on the loss of his motherAaron Granger on the loss of his brotherLance LeBlanc on the loss of his grandmotherRobert D. Miltenberger on the loss of his motherApril Shelton on the loss of her grandmotherBilly Wilson on the loss of his grandmotherIsland Employee Reggie Harris passed away Fieldwood Employee (former Islander) Pablo Martinez, Jr. passed away

Edison DoucetJared BoninJohn F. JohnsonJustin ParsleyMark ArsementKenneth HebertMichael Gros

Laurence MclaurinChad LaperouseSadi HulinFrank AverettAustin MatthewsJesus GuerreroEdward DoyleLeith Stoma

AROUND THE OFFICE

SERVICEANNIVERSARIESWe thank the following employees for their many years of dedication.

20 YEARS

JanuaryDavid SimarVictor Richard

FebruaryMelissa Peyton

10 YEARS

JanuaryBradley CookShane LapointRandy GuilloryJohn GuilloryRodney Thibodeaux

FebruaryByron Tauzin

MarchMarcell ChungJeffery VerzwyveltMichael LemairePatrick PattersonCharles JamesMichael WootanPaul Arroyo

15 YEARS

JanuaryRoger W. ArceneauxLloyd BarriosRobert Weeks

FebruaryAnthony ShuffMark Arsement

MarchJames B. Snider

5 YEARS

JanuaryDennis SonnierJoseph ReedWayne LopezEmile Fontenot

FebruaryEric BryantRaymond DugasMichael S. Miller

MarchKenwood GaryOran ThibodeauxTyrone FelixPaul Andermann

We Can’t Thank You Enough!

NEW ARRIVALSCongratulations to the following employees on welcoming their new bundle of joy.

Danzell and Lainey Marcantel III welcomed Layne Davis on 10/3/14 Drue and Tisha Dupree welcomed Devyn Kay on 10/21/14 Adam and Crystal Lewis welcomed Emalyn Quitman on 10/28/14 Christopher and Cheyenne Weekley welcomed Kolden on 11/13/14 welcomed Juliana Marie on 11/22/14Tyler and Sarah Phillips welcomed Isaac Benjamin on 11/26/14Sadi and Chris Hulin welcomed Lillian Christine on 12/3/14 Cody and Mary Parfait welcomed Gunner Michael on 12/9/14Lemuel and Amanda Eleuterius welcomed Emersyn Grace & Eden Hope on 12/12/14 John and Bridgit Linder welcomed Gibson Matthew on 12/24/14Chad and Stacey Combest welcomed Brennon Matthew on 1/5/15Aaron LeBlanc and Natalie Cormier welcomed Jake Brendan on 1/20/15Stephen P and Molly Henry welcomed Kolbie Grace on 1/22/15Wayne and Abby Felarise, Jr. welcomed Samuel Wayne on 1/28/15

HIRED ON Congratulations to the following former Islanders who have been hired by customers.

EP EnergyEddie FloresMartin Martinez

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Enven Energy VenturesRoger Strackbein

Saratoga ResourcesJames Milliman


DISPATCHES:News from the people who keep the companyrunning smoothly.

Calling All Jambalaya Cooks!Islander John Smith is throwing down the proverbial gauntlet, or in this case, the jambalaya paddle. He’s challenging fellow Islanders to enter teams in a Jambalaya Cook-Off benefitting the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Sponsored by the Pontchatoula Junior Chamber of Commerce, the Cook-Off will be held on March 21st at the Memorial Park in Ponchatoula, LA.

So all of you Islanders claiming to cook the best jambalaya around, prove it by entering this event and you’ll be serving a worthy cause! Visit the event page: https://www.facebook.com/events/652903698142625/

Skeet Shoot: Shoot Out Breast Cancer

Islander Wins Gumbo CookoffIsland Operating’s Kevin Lalonde took home an impressive trophy as a top winner of Nunu’s First An-nual Gumbo Cook-off at the NUNU Arts & Culture Col-lective Fire & Water Festi-val in Arnaudville, LA.

Ria Laseter Selected for Leadership LafayetteEach year, a select group of individuals who show a determination to make a positive impact on Lafayette’s community are chosen to participate in Leadership Lafayette, a 10 month program designed to build knowledge, skills, and relationships within our region.

“I am thrilled to have been selected to participate in Leadership Lafayette, Class XXVIII,” said Ria. “I am confident that I will gain valuable experiences and knowledge, which will encourage professional and personal growth and leadership skills,” she continued. “I will embrace the diverse learning opportunities, as well as engage in all aspects of the program.”

Leadership Lafayette has graduated more than 650 individuals who are still working to improve life in the Lafayette community. The mission of The Leadership Institute of Acadiana is “building community through leadership.”

The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation is the world’s leader in the search for a cure for cystic fibrosis. The Foundation funds more cystic fibrosis research than any other organization, and nearly every CF drug available today was made pos-sible because of Foundation support.

“I will represent

Island Operating

Company with the

utmost pride and

graciousness.”

Layla Primeaux and Ria Laseter organized a Skeet Shoot benefiting AVON 39 Challenge: Walk to End Breast Cancer. The event took place on Saturday, March 14th, at Ed’s Shoot Range in Kaplan.

Upper Lafayette: Quest for Your BestA group of eight Island Team Members had the pleasure of attending the “Quest for Your Best: The Importance of Humor in the Workplace & In Your Life” luncheon hosted by the Upper Lafayette Economic Development Foundation and sponsored by Stone Energy, AT&T, and The Southwest Group. The guest speakers were Public Service Commissioner Scott Angelle, LA State Senator Fred Mills, and Lynley Jones of Grace Notes.


FOR YOUR BENEFIT

For more informationcontact the Benefits Dept.at 337.233.9594.

Benefit Tips: Little known facts about your health insurance that everyone needs to know.

You can find out more information about benefits by contacting Ashley Wright, Nicole Trahan, or Tammy Broussard by phone or via e-mail to [email protected]

Island’s Benefits Department is committed to helping our employees understand and fully utilize the insurance benefits that we provide. As part of our goal, we want to keep everyone informed of changes and “tips” that can help. Here are a few topics that we want to make sure you are aware of.

Generic Prescription DrugsWith the constant changes in the price of drugs, we want our employees to stay informed of ways to keep costs down. Our prescription drug plan is designed for this reason, setting the cost of most generics at $10.00. Please ask your doctor if the medication you are taking comes in a generic form. Generic forms of certain popular drugs are being created every day. Initially, when a new generic hits the market, there will be a small discount. After the course of about a year, the price of the generic slowly drops until it stabilizes at a much lower price. If you are unsure if your medication has a generic form, you can log on to Cigna.com and do a prescription drug search

to find out more information, or call us in the Benefits Department.

In addition, some of you may have received a discount drug card from your physician or pharmacy. While these cards can reduce your cost, they cannot be used in addition to the insurance discount. Only one can be used at a time. Please speak to your pharmacist to see which

method will save you more.

Accident BenefitPlease remember to utilize the emergency room for only true emergencies. Most injuries and illnesses can be treated at an Urgent Care facility to avoid large bills and deductible charges. An Urgent Care facility, in most cases, requests only a $40.00 co-pay office visit.

If you do need to visit the ER and your injury is due to an accident, Cigna will pay the first $500.00 of the charge at 100% with no cost to you. The rest of the charge will go towards your deductible. If your deductible has been met for the year the charge will be applied to your co – insurance which is 15%.

Please remember that while the hospital may be in-network, the care you receive from the ER doctor may not be. ER physicians are some-times contracted through the hospital and are not hospital employees. Therefore, these doctors do not have to follow the rules of the in- network facility. Cigna will give these doctors discounts and those savings will be passed on to you. If they do not accept the discounts, the cost will then be passed directly to you, but at the in-network level. Meaning that any charges the non-network doctor charges you will be applied to your in-network deductible. This is Cigna’s way of helping defer some of the cost to the employee.

Advanced Radiology BenefitIf you require an MRI, MRA, PET or CT-Scan, please be aware that if these procedures are performed in an in-network doctor’s office, the entire charge is covered 100%.

If advanced radiology is needed in a hospital setting, whether it’s an emergency or not, the charge will go towards your in-network deductible and your 15% co-insurance.

We understand that sometimes there is no option, but if a choice is given, please take advantage of this rule.

Up to Date DocumentsWe would like to remind you of some of the things you might forget concerning your benefits. Though these steps are easily forgotten, when the time comes, they are very important. Please make sure all of your insurance documents and changes are up to date:

• If you are divorced or recently married, please remember to change your beneficiary form with us. Also, please make sure that your beneficiary is current and represents exactly how you would like your life insurance to be distributed. You can make these changes anytime during the year.• If you are divorced, you cannot have your ex-spouse on the insurance. By law, they must be removed effective the date the divorce papers were signed. If this applies to you, please contact the Benefits Department. We will need a certified copy of the divorce decree to remove the dependant.• If you were recently married or had a baby that you would like to add as a dependant, these changes can be made up to 30 days from the date of marriage or date of birth. After this 30 day window, all of these changes will have to wait until open enrollment which is in January of every year.• If you have added a newborn in the past, please make sure that we have a social security number on file for that child. At the time of enrollment the social security number is not required. We do need that information once you have it to update our records. This information is needed to process claims later.


• Sameorlowerthandoctor’soffice

• Noappointmentneeded• Waittimesabout15minutesorless

• Commoncold/flu• Rashesorskinconditions• Sorethroat,earache,sinuspain

• Minorcutsorburns• Pregnancytesting• Vaccines

Convenience care clinic

Treatsminormedicalconcernsthataren’tlifethreatening.Staffedbynursepractitionersandphysicianassistants.Locatedinretailstoresandpharmacies.Oftenopennightsandweekends.

Your guide for where to go when you need medical care.

The listing of health care professionals and facilities in the online directory does not guarantee that services rendered by that professional or facility are covered under your medical plan. Check your official plan document for information about services covered. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. During a medical emergency, go to the nearest hospital or call 911.“Cigna” and “myCigna.com” are registered service marks, and the “Tree of Life” logo and “GO YOU” are service marks, of Cigna Intellectual Property, Inc., licensed for use by Cigna Corporation and its operating subsidiaries. All products and services are provided exclusively by such operating subsidiaries and not by Cigna Corporation. Such operating subsidiaries include Connecticut General Life Insurance Company (CGLIC), Cigna Health and Life Insurance Company (CHLIC), and HMO or service company subsidiaries of Cigna Health Corporation and Cigna Dental Health, Inc. In Arizona, HMO plans are offered by Cigna HealthCare of Arizona, Inc. In California, HMO plans are offered by Cigna HealthCare of California, Inc. In Connecticut, HMO plans are offered by Cigna HealthCare of Connecticut, Inc. In North Carolina, HMO plans are offered by Cigna HealthCare of North Carolina, Inc. All other medical plans in these states are insured or administered by CGLIC or CHLIC. All models are used for illustrative purposes only.858755 10/12 © 2012 Cigna. Some content provided under license.

• Maychargecopay/coinsuranceand/ordeductible

• Usuallyneedappointment• Shortwaittimes

• Generalhealthissues• Preventivecare• Routinecheckups• Immunizationsandscreenings

Doctor’s office

Thebestplacetogoforroutineorpreventivecare,tokeeptrackofmedications,orforareferraltoseeaspecialist.

• CostslowerthanER• Noappointmentneeded

• Waittimesvary

• Minorcuts,sprains,burns,rashes• Feverandflusymptoms• Headaches• Chroniclowerbackpain• Jointpain• Minorrespiratorysymptoms• Urinarytractinfections

Urgent care center

Forconditionsthataren’tlifethreatening.Staffedbynursesanddoctorsandusuallyhaveextendedhours.

• Highestcost.• Noappointmentneeded.

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Did you know there are different levels of medical care? Learn the facts that can save you time and money.


MONEY MATTERS

There are big changes looming in 2015 from the large number of database breaches, as well as medical debt treatment and rising interest rates. How can you prepare to meet these challenges in the coming year?

Here are ten best tips to keep you safe from debt in 2015:

10 ways to keep debt contained in 2015.

If you need any assistance with your 401(k), please contact Layla Primeaux or Tammy Broussard at 337.233.9594. To learn more information on Island’s Fund Performance, visit NetBenefits.com

1. Keep ahead of identity thieves by monitoring your credit reports. Identity theft continues to top the Federal Trade Commission’s national ranking of consumer complaints. Millions of files con-taining personal and credit data were hacked in 2014. You can spot new fraudulent credit inquiries or accounts by getting a free credit report from one of the credit bureaus every four months at AnnualCreditReport.com.

2. Get help immediately if you believe you are the victim of identity theft. The place to get the help is the Identity Theft Resource Center at IDTheftCenter.org.

3. Be alert. Place a fraud alert or freeze on your credit report if you have been told your data was compromised. At a minimum, place an extended fraud alert on your credit file. New credit applications will be scrutinized more carefully with this warning. Are you losing sleep worrying about identity crooks? You can freeze your credit file so no one will be able to access it without your permission.

4. Know your score. In 2015, it will be more important than ever to know your credit score. Why? Interest rates have been low for years. Experts expect this to end next year. Your credit score affects your ability to get credit and to get a low interest rate. Know what your score is and if you don’t like it, find out how to improve it.

5. Get clean in 2015. Cleanup your credit reports. Many credit reports contain errors that can be repaired easily. Contact AnnualCreditReport.org to get your free credit report. More than your interest rates are based on your credit reports. Credit reports are used to screen you for insurance, jobs, promotions, security clearances and more. So read them and fix them, and do it often. Don’t forget to ask national specialty credit reporting bureaus for your free reports on everything from medical data to gambling history.

6. Lock in variable interest rates. Rates based on an interest benchmark like the prime rate or Libor, or London Interbank Offered Rate, are expected to rise. Lines of credit, credit cards and student loans may see increases in 2015.

7. Push back at credit card issuers. As rates rise, yours don’t have to. Contact your credit card com-panies and ask for a lower rate. If they charge a fee for their card, ask for that to be lowered, too. Good customers are valued. I have saved several hundred dollars with this approach.

8. Ask for forgiveness. If you expect to go through a foreclosure, ask the bank to forgive any deficiency as part of any agreement to give them back the keys. More banks are now pursuing deficiency balances on mortgages than they have in the past. This may have tax consequences since the Mortgage Debt Forgiveness Act has expired.

9. Get a handle on your debt. Find out where you stand and make 2015 the year you come up with a plan to pay off high-interest debt, even if you can’t completely pay it all. Knowing where you stand is the first, and sometimes the hardest, step to take, but it will be well worth your time.

10. Be prepared. Set up an emergency savings account. During the year, emergency savings can help you get through any of the issues covered by the previous nine tips. Use money you don’t have yet to fund your account. Put half of the 2015 raises, promotion or tax refunds into savings and you will have a happy and secure 2015.

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Island Portal Facts:

Did You Know?

Justin Wallace: (Facebook Weekly Fan Winner) Got the delivery from FedEx today. Thank you Island Operating for your willingness to give back to your employees and supporters. The cooler is awesome!

Buzz Bussard: Great company! Always strives for safety of the environment and em-ployees. Nice working in the Gulf of Mexico for a company that truly is focused on safety!

Shane Gallier: I worked for Island for a while and have to say that this company is at the top of their class. I got into a really bad wreck coming home from work one day and they still took care of me. I love this place and wish I could go back!

Jonathan Deshotel: Great company.Proud to say I work for them.

Mary Salinas: Wow! Thanks! ISLAND Operating has been very good to our family. Love you guys!

Dawn Ducote: Great company! My hus-band started a few months back with them and we both love them! Everyone at the Lafayette office goes above and beyond for their employees. Feels more like family than an employer. We hope to have a very bright and long association with them!

Garrett LeJeune: Been with them for 7 years... good company!

• The Island Portal is a centralized location that links Islanders to helpful work resources and information.

• In 2014, our Island Portal had over 468,339 page views from Island Employees – that’s an average of 1,283 views per day.

• The top 5 pages visited in the portal are the Main Home Page, ZONE Zero, Active Learner, Benefits, and Crawfish Boil Pics.

• The Benefits Page is where you will find information on Island Benefits, Payroll, 401k, Island Employee discounts, and Uniforms.

• The Compliance Page provides you with helpful compliance information, as well as links to other resources such as the Compliance Audit and BSEE Paperwork Website.

• Our Safety Page has Safety information, FAQs, and access to safety documents such as the Medicine Form, JSA, Hot Work Permits, and the Safety Manual.

• The “Training-Active Learner” Page is where you will find our Training Policy, maps to training facilities and hotels, ACCT Instructions, and a link to Active Learner.

• Our ZONE Zero Page allows you to submit a “ZONE Card”. Be sure to watch the ZONE Zero Introduction video and other Instruction videos on how to submit a ZONE Card and how to access the Island Store.

• In the Island Store, you can view your awarded ZONE Points, place an order using ZONE Points and/or payroll deduction, view your order history, and manage your shipping addresses.

• Would you like to access your Island Operating Email from your mobile device? Step-by-step instructions are on the portal.

• Need to access your Island Operating email from a computer? Click on the “Island Operating Email” link on the Main Home Page.

• ZONE Zero Alerts and emails sent to all Islanders are available to review in the Island Operating Announcements on the Main Home Page.

• Do you have any questions or suggestions for your Island Operating Company Portal? If so, please click on the “Contact Us” link on the main home page or call the Lafayette office at 337-233-9594.

• Our Aviation Page is equipped with a “Local Weather” feature

that displays the current weather for the location you are accessing

the portal from.

• If you submitted a photo in our “Living in the ZONE” contest last

year, your photo will be on the ZONE Zero page when you log in.

• One ZONE Point is equal to one dollar.

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