Core health and safety behaviorbased approach cascade. Safety risk management of drilling operations onepetro. Hopkins,safetyindicators5 shall argue here that loss of containment is not a significant indicator of how well the risks of blowout are being managed. Pdf safety requirement during well drilling stimulation and. The drilling safety rule imposes requirements that will enhance the safety of oil and gas drilling operations on the outer continental shelf ocs. The primary purpose of this document is to provide guidance for drilling in and near embankment dams and their foundations.
Drilling machines are one of the most dangerous hand operated pieces of equipment in the shop area. Csda best practices for sawing and drilling operations. Federal energy regulatory commission division of dam. Rather, this course can be used as a resource in helping to identify oil and gas rig hazards and providing possible solutions. Norseman directional drilling safe work practice copy. Drilling machine safety never make any adjustments while the machine is operating. Site specific health and safety manual sonic drilling. When finished, unplug the power cord or remove the battery pack, remove the drill bit and clean up the debris.
This course is not a replacement for those programs nor does it establish any industry consensus standards. Of special emphasis is the prevention of damage to the embankment, structures, and their foundations from hydraulic fracturing, heave, erosion, filterdrain contamination, or other mechanisms during drilling related. Jun 06, 2014 it was prepared by the staff of the division of safety research in conjunction with the division of standards development and technology transfer, niosh. Advanced wellsharp drilling advanced surface well control course outline iadc 4. Postoperation clean and store the drill and accessories in a secure place. Directional boring, commonly called horizontal directional drilling or hdd, is a steerable trenchless method of installing underground pipes, conduits and cables in a shallow arc along a prescribed bore path by using a surface launched drilling rig, with minimal impact on the surrounding area. Safety hazards associated with oil and gas extraction activities. Site specific health and safety manual sonic drilling ltd. This handbook serves as a reference for minimum rules and standards at dtc energy group operations and facilities. Cdc niosh publications and products comprehensive safety. Sonic drilling ltd is committed to a strong health and safety program that protects its employees, contractors, customers, clients, the public and property from accidents andor incidents occurring on our projects.
Dhm requires understanding the uncertainty of the drilling margin. Safety and health topics oil and gas extraction safety. Drilling machine is not complete or has been repaired with nonoriginal parts. Soil sampling and drilling environment, health and safety sgs. The awardwinning iadc hse case guidelines for mobile offshore drilling units modus have had a huge impact on safety management for the global drilling industry. This norsok standard defines functional and performance oriented requirements for well design and planning and execution of safe and efficient drilling and. Safety is key to the success of woodward drilling co. Procedures and processes will include safety meetings, jsas, and general and taskspecific training. At the end of each section, resources are identified which provide more details for establishing safe work practices and procedures. Safety risks of drilling operations exist widely because of the hostile environment, ageing equiments, more challenging wells, human errors, etc. Rr264 safety and performance enhancement in drilling. Well site preparation drilling safety free online training. Health and safety plan for well drilling and soil boring operations performed in support of sampling atthefemp prepared by stephen w.
Comprehensive safety recommendations for landbased oil and gas well drilling cdc pdf pdf 6,785 kb. Drilling machines have some special safety precautions that are in addition to those listed in chapter 1. Discussion of special needs introductionsclass paperwork precourse exam. The following safe work practices will help you avoid injuries when using a hand drill. Greg mcanarney asi chief of health and safety asiit w. Cameron safety systems guard against loss of life and environmental and equipment damage. Directional boring safety missouri common ground alliance. Avoid using a portable electric drill when it is raining or in wet conditions. General safety advice drilling machine must not be used when. Pdf the stimulation treatment is here used as a generic term and gathers in fact all operations related to the reservoir well bore interface like. Occupational safety and health for oil and gas well drilling. Mapping safety and environmental management policies, procedures, or operations using this. Soil contaminated by hazardous chemicals poses a significant risk to human health and the natural environment. Oil and gas drilling safety gdi insurance agency, inc.
Of special emphasis is the prevention of damage to the embankment, structures, and their foundations from hydraulic fracturing, heave, erosion, filterdrain contamination, or other mechanisms during drillingrelated. Safety on the rig, unit 1, lesson 10 rotary drilling series william e. Oil and gas well drilling and servicing activities involve many different types of equipment and materials. This european standard specifies the common safety requirements for drilling and foundation equipment.
Failure to control or eliminate the safety risks may affect the drilling safety and lead to drilling accidents, resulting in enormous economic losses, or even casualties. Worker safety awareness is necessary for injury prevention during all phases of drilling operations. Hollow stem auger, flight auger, air rotary, casing. The drilling safety guide is recognized throughout the u. Safety indicators for offshore drilling chemical safety board. Each drilling and servicing company has its own safety program.
Environment, health and safety soil sampling and drilling soil sampling and drilling services help assess the environmental effects of industrial activity. From both a humanitarian and a financial standpoint, all feel that making safety a priority is the right thing to do. Achieve ultimate valve control and absolute well safety. Safety and performance enhancement in drilling operations by human factors intervention spedohfi. Disconnect the plug from the power source or remove the battery pack from the drill before inspecting, adjusting, cleaning or repairing it. Internet marketers can efficiently target the global drilling industry through select pages on this key website, official site of the international association of drilling contractors. Occupational safety and health for oil and gas well drilling and api. All operators and drilling contractors have extensive safety programs, with the dupont stop safety training observation program program or some modification of it being the most common element. Safety on the rig, unit 1, lesson 10 rotary drilling series. Drilling safety in 2018 nda safety guide has stood the test of time no serious accidents when using guidelines developed for geotechnical industry training is a key to safety simple to understand and apply has been proven in court.
The current challenge is to create a safety approach that engages both process and personal safety and get better indictors for both process and personnel safety, especially in. Iadc continuously works to improve industry health, safety, and environmental protection for the drilling industry. Drill presses safety drill press training is required before. Create a measurable behaviorbased, selfsustaining safety culture that is easily articulated and comprehended. At all times users should employ sound business, scientific, engineering, and judgment safety when using this recommended practice. Directional drilling drilling that is deliberately made to depart significantly from the vertical. Wear safety glasses and other appropriate personal protective equipment. Inspect the drill and power cord for damage prior to each use. Environmental remediation drilling safety guideline ngwa. This section sets forth safety guidelines and practices for projects utilizing horizontal directional drilling hdd techniques in order to protect existing underground utilities and minimize risks to crew and public safety. Exposures to hazards present in oil and gas well drilling, servicing and storage are addressed in specific osha standards for general industry 29 cfr 1910. While rig safety has improved over the years through equipment improvement, safety management systems and an emphasis on safety culture in other words process safety, injury rates have leveled.
With rigs in use in many nontraditional areas, emergency responders and company health and safety professionals must work together. Focus on the prevention of workrelated incidents through enhanced training. Power off the drill press before changing the belts for speeds. Since the 1960s when iadc first provided incident data, the worldwide incident and fatality rates, both, have fallen. Part 1 of this european standard deals with the significant hazards common to drilling and foundation equipment see annex a, when they are used as intended and under the conditions of misuse which are reasonably foreseeable by the manufacturer associated with the whole life time of the. Hopkins, safety indicators5 shall argue here that loss of containment is not a significant indicator of how well the risks of blowout are being managed. Drilling hazards managementexcellence in drilling performance.
Never start the drill press with the drill bit pressed against the work piece. Iadc hse case guidelines for mobile offshore drilling units. The components of a horizontal drilling rig used for pipeline construction are similar to those of an oil well drilling rig with the major exception being that a horizontal drilling rig is equipped with an inclined ramp as opposed to a vertical mast. It was prepared by the staff of the division of safety research in conjunction with the division of standards development and technology transfer, niosh. The guidelines were written to provide the worldwide offshore drilling industry a tool to bring together global health, safety and environmental principles applicable to drilling units.
Team communication and continuous training play a key role in our daily operations and results in successful assignments. Recognizing and controlling hazards is critical to preventing injuries and deaths. Do not operate a portable power drill in the presence of flammable fumes. Students who score less than 80% are encouraged to attend a standard wellsharp supervisor course. The work to be done is not in agreement with the recommendations in this manual.
Safety is a condition of employment with our company and shall not be sacrificed for the sake of expediency. The safety and health of the employees of geotech drilling services ltd. Safety measures will not make offshore drilling safe. Use the correct drill bit for the type of material to be drilled and task at hand.
Environmental remediation drilling safety guideline. Occupational safety and health for oil and gas well. Following safety procedures during drilling operations will. Safety compliance guidelines are administered by the occupational safety and health administration osha. Once the location for the site has been established, the area is prepared for drilling, with the.
Understanding why rig hands make decisions that affect their. The drill bit should be a quarter inch 14 inches away from your work before drilling. Gas can be and is released from wells during the drilling process and can reach dangerous. The awardwinning iadc hse case guidelines for mobile offshore drilling units modus have had a huge impact on safetymanagement for the global drilling industry. As part of the sdl team, you will be working for a company that is unique in the canadian drilling industry. They monitor flowline pressure, detect high sand production, perform alarm functions, and when required, shut in the well in case of fire or activation of a manual emergency shutdown station. Following safety procedures during drilling operations will help eliminate accidents, loss of time, and materials. Site specific health and safety manual introduction welcome to sonic drilling ltd. You are now part of a progressive, service oriented company. Department of the interior bureau of safety and environmental.
Safety precautions on drilling machines smithy detroit. Osha uses safety and health regulations for construction 29 cfr 1926 to assess safety compliance during this phase of the development of a drilling site. Jun 01, 2017 the current challenge is to create a safety approach that engages both process and personal safety and get better indictors for both process and personnel safety, especially in relation to oil well drilling. Ecd between the insitu pore pressure andor stress equivalence and the. Applicable standards applicable standards include the horizontal directional drilling good practices guidelines by. Occupational safety and health for oil and gas well drilling and servicing operations 1 scope 1. We conduct all our projects conscientious of safety, or not at all. Jonathan wade henson eastern kentucky university follow this and additional works at. Through the osha and concrete sawing and drilling association csda alliance, csda developed a fact sheet that identifies precautions and guidelines for the safe use of step ladders and straight extension ladders in the sawing and drilling industry. This means, in particular, the need to develop process safety indicators.
It is available through the nda by contacting them at. Part of theoccupational health and industrial hygiene commons this open access thesis is brought to you for free and open access by the student scholarship at encompass. Our core health and safety program is a behaviorbased approach focused on incident prevention. The baker report recommended that bp adopt a composite process safety indicator consisting of the number of fires, explosions, loss of containment events and processrelated injuries. Federal energy regulatory commission division of dam safety. Hdd pilot hole operations are not unlike those involved in drilling a directional oil well. Always wear safety glasses or goggles when drilling.
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