Drilling

Employee
Safety
Handbook

Committed to Safety

RESOURCE SERVICE GROUP INC.

Drilling Health and Safety Policy

Ensign Resource Service Group Inc. recognizes responsibility for worker safety and
requires all divisions to operate following the Petroleum Industry Guiding Principles.
Our goal is to protect our people, the public, our property, and the environment from
undesired injury, damage, or loss. It is possible to run all operations without hurting
people and damaging equipment or the environment!
We believe that Health and Safety is everyones responsibility; it rests with all levels
of management and each employee, including subcontractors. We all share in
creating and maintaining a safe place in which to work.
Management
Will provide active leadership, training, audits, reviews, and promotion in
occupational health, safety programs, and environmental protection to
provide and maintain a safe and healthful work environment.
Managers and Supervisors
Will ensure that employees receive orientation, instruction and training in
defensive driving, safe work practices, health and safety standards/laws,
correct use of personal protective equipment and risk assessment techniques.
Regular safety meetings, inspections, driver assessments, driver training and
action plans that assure compliance are basic activities in this role.
Safety Staff
Will advise, guide, and assist in training managers and workers in defensive
driving, safe work policies, standards, and practices. Will monitor our work
performance to ensure that standards are met and progress toward safety
goals is maintained.
Employees
Will follow defensive driving principles, safe work policies and procedures in
the daily operation and maintenance of vehicles and equipment.
Commitment to corporate policies and procedures is a condition of
employment that will ensure our goals are met.
We trust all employees will join us in a personal commitment to creating a safe and
healthful work environment.

Selby Porter
President,
Ensign Resource Service Group Inc.

COMMITTED TO SAFETY

Employee Safety Handbook Contents:

Part 1:
i. Mission
ii. Introduction
iv. Responsibilities For Safety:
- The Company
- Supervisors
- Workers, Unsafe Work, Safety Awards

Part 2:
GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS:
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Accidents and Emergencies ............. 1

Accident Prevention ....................... 1
Accident Prevention ....................... 2
Hazard Recognition ....................... 3
Emergencies .................................. 3
Injury Management
& Workers Compensation .............. 4
Fire Prevention .............................. 5
First Aid.......................................... 6
Reporting Accidents/Incidents ....... 7
Cause for Dismissal ........................... 8
Hiring and Firing ................................ 9
Alcohol & Drugs ............................... 10
Confined Spaces
Tanks/Pits and Sumps ............. 13
Electrical ........................................... 15

Revised January 2000

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Equipment And Machinery .............. 17

Lock-Outs .................................... 17
Guards ......................................... 17
Rig Service .................................. 18
Compressed Air/Pressure
Wash Guns ............................. 18
Signs and Tags ............................ 18
Mobile Equipment -Loaders,
Forklifts, and Cranes ............... 19
Housekeeping ................................... 21
Ladders & Platforms ........................ 23
Lock-Outs ......................................... 24
Material Handling ............................. 26
Lifting and carrying ...................... 26
Ropes, Chains and Cables .......... 27
Compressed Cylinders ................ 27
Respiratory Protection .................... 29
Protective Equipment ...................... 31
Personal Protective Equipment .... 31
H2S ............................................... 33
Harnesses and Fall Arrest ........... 34
Mandatory Eye Protection ............... 35
Smoking ............................................ 36
Tools .................................................. 37
WHMIS and Hazardous Products.... 39
Motor Vehicles .................................. 43
Defensive Driving ......................... 44
Firearms ............................................ 45
Camps ............................................... 46
Aircraft Safety ................................... 47

Section 3:
DRILLING RIGS &
SAFE WORK PRACTICES
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DRILLING RIG OPERATION ............. 48

Critical Tasks ................................ 49

MOVING and RIGGING UP/DOWN ... 50

General Precautions .................... 52

BASIC RESPONSIBILITIES
and DUTIES .................................. 54
Field Superintendents
Safety Function ....................... 54
Rig Managers Basic Duties ......... 56
Rig Managers Safety Function .... 58
Drillers Basic Duties .................... 61
Drillers Safety Function ................ 63
Derrickhands Basic Duties ........... 64
Motorhand ................................... 66
Floorhand .................................... 67
Crew Members Safety Function .. 70
Relief Crews ................................ 71

RIG SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ........... 72

Fire Protection ............................. 72
Boilers .......................................... 73
Steam .......................................... 74
Guarding ...................................... 74
Housekeeping .............................. 75
Cat Head ..................................... 75
Motors .......................................... 76
Rotary .......................................... 77
Tongs ........................................... 77
Hydraulic Tongs/Spinners ............ 78
Survey or Logging Line ................ 78
Pressure ...................................... 79
Slips ............................................. 79
Winches/Air Hoist ........................ 80
Overhead Work ............................ 80
Drilling Mud Chemicals ................ 81
Safety Colour Code Drilling Rigs . 82
Pumps .......................................... 82
Drill Stem Tests (D.S.T.) ............... 83
Test Plugs .................................... 85
Raising and Lowering Derricks .... 85
Electrical ...................................... 86
Engines ........................................ 87
Flare Pits ..................................... 87
Shops and Yards .......................... 88

Our Mission
To strive for excellence in providing
drilling contract services to the oil and gas
industry. To distinguish ourselves by
providing these services in a utilitarian,
state-of-the-art professional manner with
due respect for the environment. Our
services must be attractive to our
customers, maintain their perception of
fairness, and earn their loyalty.
We will create a work environment
that protects worker health and safety,
gives full measure to our employees
ability and talent, co-ordinating activities
into a team effort in a way that is fulfilling,
recognised and fairly rewarded.
The results must provide an
attractive return to our shareholders.

INTRODUCTION

Safety

To accomplish our mission, safe

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work practices must be incorporated
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into every job to minimise accidents,
injuries, and job interruptions. The
company provides job instructions,
safety training, and personal protective
equipment where necessary.
But, employees must incorporate safety
awareness in their day-to-day activities for
this instruction, training, and equipment to
be effective.
This handbook provides an aid to all
employees in fulfilling their responsibilities for job
training and as a guide for detecting and
correcting substandard conditions or work
procedures. This handbook is to be used as an
aid in job and safety instruction, but does not
replace the need for supervision.
This handbook covers many, but not all, of the
conditions encountered in rig operations,
worksites, driving, and off the job. This handbook
is only a guide and should never replace sound
and mature judgement when evaluating the
specific conditions and hazards found at each
worksite.
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Should situations or conflicts arise that are not

adequately covered in this handbook, or by other
instructions, they should be reported to the
immediate supervisor.
This handbook does not supersede legislative
requirements.
Remember that both workers and employers
may be prosecuted for contravening provincial
Occupational Health and Safety regulations

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RESPONSIBILITIES FOR SAFETY

Management Responsibilities
Our Safety Policy, printed in the front, clearly
outlines The Companys commitment to safety.
The Guiding Principles, printed on the inside
back cover, outline the entire petroleum industries
responsibility and concern toward safety.
Committing to the guiding principles is a
requirement of membership in the C.A.O.D.C.
The guiding principles:
Outline each parties responsibilities
State safety is a high priority
Support recognition of good performance
Support the promotion of methods and
practices that will improve safety.
Both the company policy and the Industry
Guiding Principles are posted at your work sites
to remind all workers of our commitment to safety.

Supervisory Responsibilities,
Rig Managers & Drillers
As an employer we must do everything we
reasonably can to protect the health and safety of
our employees, including subcontractors. Although
the entire management and supervisory team are
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responsible for the health and safety of our

employees, the Line Managers (Rig Manager and
Driller) are responsible for ensuring the proper
practices are followed and ongoing training
is given.
As the man in charge of the day to day work
operations the Line Managers must;
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establish safe work procedures at the

worksite and ensure they are followed,
make certain that workers have the skill
and training necessary to do their
jobs safely,
inform all workers of any hazards which
exist at the job site,
check tools, equipment, and the worksite
for hazards, and
deal with all hazards reported by workers,
to a level of mutual satisfaction.

Workers Responsibilities
Our goal is to maintain our equipment at the highest possible standard and give all crewmembers
equal opportunity to voice concerns on how the work
environment is managed. The company encourages
all workers to participate, ask questions, and make
suggestions that will improve the worksite. Activities designed to help protect workers and improve
their knowledge are given below:

Daily toolbox or pre-job

safety briefings,
Joint manager and
worker safety/training meetings,
Worker orientation,
Regular equipment inspections,
Hazard identification and reporting,
Accident reporting and investigation,
Personal protective equipment,
Safety Committees, and
Safety awards.

The success of this program depends on

worker involvement and interest. Each worker
must work in a safe manner and be safety
conscious on the job. By adhering to the safety
standards in this booklet and by using the
meetings, inspections and reporting processes
available continuous improvement in work
conditions will result.
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Co-operating with the Company, by

following the health and safety rules we have
established, is a condition of employment. All
safety equipment and personal protective
equipment required by procedures, rules or signs
must be worn or used correctly.
If you see what you think is a hazard to you, or
another worker, you must bring it to the attention
of your supervisor. All accidents or injuries must
be reported to your supervisor, no matter how
trivial they may seem.
Refusing Unsafe Work
An imminent danger means any danger,
which is not normal to your job, or any danger
under which a person would not normally work. If
the work you are asked to do poses an imminent
danger to yourself or another worker, you must
refuse to do it.
Notify your supervisor immediately so that the
danger can be rectified.

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Safety Awards
Our safety award program recognises the need
of drilling crews to work as a team to prevent
accidents and injuries. Each eight hours of work
counts as a safety point. Points are held as long
as the worker wants and cashed in for awards from
the safety award catalogue at any time.
A lost time injury causes safety points and
safety day counts to stop. The count restarts from
zero. Points must be cashed in and any left over
points are lost. Safety points may be transferred
between the drilling companies of Ensign
Resource Service Group.

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PART 2:
GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS:
1 ACCIDENTS and EMERGENCIES
Accident Prevention

Every new employee receives an

orientation by his/her immediate
supervisor at the time of hiring. During this
orientation the new employee receives a
through indoctrination in safety on the job.
This handbook is part of that indoctrination.

Each employee must be sure he/she

understands the potential hazards involved
in any task to be performed and that all
necessary precautions are taken.

Hazard Recognition
and Basic Risk Assessment

This quick mental review for hazards gives

workers a simple tool to use to help
protect themselves on the job.

Before starting any job, do a Basic Risk

Assessment, ask yourself:
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What could go wrong?

Does it matter?
What can I do about it?
Will my action affect others?

(What are the possibilities for errors?)

(What affect would it have on me our us?)
(How to eliminate or control the hazard?)
(Will my action introduce new hazards?)

All hazardous jobs will be preceded by a brief

pre-job meeting to discuss all safety aspects
before starting.

Accidents resulting in personal injury are

rare events during drilling operations.
Unfortunately they all tend to have one or
more of the same basic causes:
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Not following the proper work procedure.

Not receiving instruction in the proper
work procedure.
Not being aware of
moving your body or
body parts into area
where you can be caught
between two objects. I.e.
pinch or trap areas.
Overexertion or strains.
Inattention to job or surroundings.
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Emergencies
Each individual must know the location of
all emergency equipment on the worksite. This
includes fire extinguishers, first aid supplies,
stretchers, etc. Your supervisor will answer any
questions about this equipment.
Emergency procedures are discussed or
practised during doghouse safety and training
meetings. If you are unsure about what you should
do ask for an explanation and practice drill.
An emergency at a drilling site may take
the form of an accident, fire, spill, blow-out, etc..
In the event of an accident or emergency workers
should first be concerned with their own safety,
then for the safety of other workers in their area,
and lastly for any equipment. The normal
action is:
1. Give immediate attention to the protection
of life and first aid to the injured.
2. Take corrective action as required by
the nature of the emergency. Emergency
numbers are posted in the Rig
Managers shack.
3. Do not disturb the accident site beyond
what is required to prevent further injury
or damage until the accident investigation
is complete.
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4. Notify the company operations office and

applicable government agencies. Keep a
time and event log.
5. If there is a blow-out, spill, or emission of
hazardous substances hazardous to the
health of people or local traffic take action
to limit or contain the spill.

Injury Management

All worker injuries are registered with

workers compensation.

The company uses a consulting

occupational health service with nurses
and doctors who review every injury with
the workers physician. The health service
monitors the injured workers to ensure the
treatment plan is working in order to
return the injured worker to full health in
reasonable time.

Typically, if the medical treatment permits,

workers will be given alternate work until
they can return to full duties.

The employer pays for workers

compensation. If a worker is injured and
the treating physician does not allow the
worker to work in alternate or modified
work the worker will go on compensation.

Payments vary slightly province by

province and the WCB board of the
province of injury pays the compensation.
Compensation is based on your regular
earnings, not your position. Typical
compensation payments are in the range
of $550- $600 per week.

Fire Prevention

Know the location of the fire extinguishers.

Keep fire equipment accessible.

Aisles, passage ways,
stairways, and doorways
must never be blocked.

During welding, cutting, or grinding

operations a fire extinguisher must
be nearby.

If your coveralls/clothing becomes

saturated with hydrocarbons (or chemicals)
get away from flammable gas/fluids and
remove clothing and clean off your skin.

Check and maintain extinguishers regularly.

The rig supervisor is responsible for

making sure his crew know about and
practice the above.
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First Aid

Your Driller, Rig Manager, and most of the

crew, are trained in First Aid.

First Aid is the care given to the injured to

preserve life, prevent the injury from
becoming worse, and promote recovery.

Any worker injured beyond minor cuts,

scrapes or bruises will be taken for
medical assessment. Treatments for work
injuries are charged our WCB account and
require the completion of the WCB forms
by the worker and supervisor.

The company uses consulting nurses to

ensure an effective treatment or
rehabilitation program is prescribed. The
consulting firm is contacted for all work
injuries. Reporting kits with the required
forms are in the Rig Managers shack.

OH&S regulations require first aid

treatments to be
recorded in the first aid
kit Accident Record
Book.

Reporting Accidents/Incidents

All accidents/incidents, no matter how

minor they may seem, must be reported
to the Driller before leaving tour. All
crewmembers must initial the no injuries
box on the tour sheet before leaving the
rig. If there was an injury or incident a note
must be made on the tour sheet.

All first aid treatments are recorded in the

first aid kit Accident Record Book.
Employees involved in an accident
requiring medical aid must complete a
WCB Workers Report of Accident Form.

All events will be investigated for basic

causes and reports circulated to all rigs
as a learning tool.

The rig supervisor is responsible for

making sure a company event report is
completed and all WCB/Physicians
reports are completed and forwarded to
the safety department.

2 CAUSE FOR DISMISSAL

We reward good performance so we also

must penalise bad performance. Cause for
dismissal is defined as follows:
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Arriving at work impaired by alcohol or

drugs. Using or conveying alcohol or
drugs about the rig or camp.
Not showing up for work without
notification.
Theft of company, co-workers,
subcontractor, or operators property.
Violation of safety rules - putting
yourself, your co-workers or the public
at risk.
Vehicle misuse/abuse or careless driving.

3 HIRING & FIRING DISCIPLINE

Both the Rig Managers and Drillers have

the authority to hire and fire crewmembers.

Normal disciplinary action is a verbal

warning followed by a written warning.
Discipline may include demotion,
suspension, or dismissal.

Serious contraventions of policies or work

standards that put you, the public, or your
co-workers at risk are grounds for
immediate dismissal.

Working safely is a condition of your

employment. If you cant work safe
go elsewhere!

4 ALCOHOL and DRUGS

At all Ensign Group worksites, including
camps and company vehicles, the use of
alcohol or other drugs is strictly prohibited and
subject to disciplinary action, up to and
including immediate dismissal. Employees who
are experiencing problems due to alcohol and drug
dependency can expect appropriate assistance
from the company without fear of discrimination.
Alcohol
Ensign Group prohibits the use, purchase, or
sale of intoxicating beverages on any company work
site. No worker under the influence of alcohol or
after affects will be permitted on the rig site.
Impaired Driving Offences
Disciplinary action will be taken in every case
where an employee is convicted of impaired
driving while driving a company vehicle or personal
vehicle on company business.
Illicit and Prescription Drugs
Ensign Group prohibits the use, sale or
possession of any illicit drugs or drug related
equipment or paraphernalia while on the
companys work sites. Employees are prohibited
from engaging in company business while
experiencing the effects or retaining traces of illicit
drugs in their body.
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Drug Testing
Ensign group will not conduct discriminate
testing but reserves the right to have urinalysis
performed on employees or sub-contractors,
without warning, if conditions warrant. Employees
have given consent for testing, as a condition of
employment, during their orientation and sign off
on Ensign Group rules. Refusing a drug test then
means you quit!
Searches
Ensign Group reserves the right to conduct
or have conducted reasonable investigations or
searches of any employee, including
subcontractors, and their personal effects, while
they are on a company worksite.
Employee Assistance
Ensign Group encourages treatment for
problems that affect your wellbeing and work
performance. Ensign Group will help those who
develop such problems to seek the professional
help necessary for their return to good health and
productivity. The employee, his co-workers, or the
supervisor may make referrals to the assist
program. Contact safety or personnel staff for help
or information.

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Discipline
The company will determine an appropriate
course of action on a case by case basis. The
possible actions are; Suspension (with or without
pay), a lowering of pay scale, immediate dismissal,
referral to counselling specialists.
Confidentiality
All records developed as the result of the drug
and alcohol policy will be handled on a
confidential basis and will not be included in the
employees regular personnel file.

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5 CONFINED SPACES
Tanks/Pits and Sumps

Drilling rig tanks, cellars, and closed in

substructures are considered confined
spaces. The drilling program and drill
fluids used can introduce hazards into
these spaces. A hazard analysis and
pre-job meeting must be conducted
before entering these spaces.

The hazards are the presence of toxic or

flammable gases/liquids, or an
insufficiency of oxygen. A Code of
Practice/Guideline for confined space
entry will be in the company policy and
procedures manual. Ask your Driller or
Rig Manager.

Before entering, the hazard analysis and

entry procedures to be followed must be
reviewed with the entire crew. If hazards
exist the following precautions are typical:
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Obtain approval from your supervisor.

Never enter alone. A stand-by person
must be present and on the alert a
the opening of the vessel or pit.
Have a test made for oxygen
deficiency, toxic, or explosive gases.
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If the equipment is not thoroughly

ventilated with fresh air continuously
and periodically checked, then the
proper protective respiratory
equipment must be worn.
If a knock down is possible, use a
lifeline and safety harness. A person
outside the tank or other enclosed area
must hold the lifeline.
Know what type of clothing and PPE
is required before entry.
Use the proper tools for the job.

Sumps
Rig Sumps present a drowning hazard
should a worker fall in or the side collapse.
Sumps are classed as excavations under
Health & Safety Regulations. The
following precautions are typical and
are the responsibility of the well operator:
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Sump excavations must be slopped to

prevent collapse. Cut backs are to be 45
degrees starting from half the total depth.
If sumps are straight cut - fencing or
other guarding must be placed at a
distance back from the edge equal to the
45 degree cut back - to keep workers
out of the slough area.
A safety cable is run along mud tank side
for workers to attach their full body
harness to.

ELECTRICAL
There are three hazards to worry about;
1)shock, 2)explosion or ignition of gas vapour
by improperly maintained or the wrong class
of electrical equipment, 3)fire caused by short
circuited wires.

All electrical switches or cord ends must

be locked-out before repairing or working
on electrical powered equipment. The rule
is Lock, Tag, and Try!

Grounding connections on electrical

equipment are essential to safety and fire
prevention. Ground the light plant and
report broken, defective or frayed grounding equipment/wires to your supervisor.

Portable electric tools must be the double

insulated type or equipped with grounding plugs and attached only to suitable
outlets.
If breakers or motor switches fail to
operate properly notify your supervisor.
Never open electrical panels and operate
switches by hand.

All electrical cables must be suspended

or protected from damage due to vehicle
travel.
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All outlet covers must be replaced and seal

boots connected when installing or
removing cords.

Label all breakers, cord outlets, and

cord ends.

Power Lines

Equipment must never be operated or

workers approach closer to power lines
than indicated in the following table.

Voltages (Line to Ground)

KV
0 - 50
50 - 250
over 250

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Approach Distances
m
3.0
4.5
6.0

7 EQUIPMENT, MACHINERY,
FORKLIFTS and CRANES

All machinery must be shut down for

lubrication unless grease or oil cups are
located outside the guard or are not near
moving parts.

Lock-Outs

The Rule is LOCK, TAG, and TRY!

Lockout and tag all machinery before

repairing or servicing. Special lockout
hasps, padlocks, and tags are in the
doghouse for this purpose.

Guards

Safety guards are for your protection. Keep

them in place always when equipment is
being used.

Remove machine guards only after

permission is received from your
Supervisor and the machine is shut down
and tagged out. Replace guards properly
as soon as repairs are finished. Do not start
machine until you have checked and made
sure that all guards are properly replaced
and properly adjusted.
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Rig Service

Each crew member is responsible for the

general maintenance of the equipment
under his care.

After rig service no equipment

will be put into motion until
all crew members have
reported back to the
Driller that their specific
service tasks have been completed.

Compressed Air and Pressure Wash Guns

Compressed air or high pressure fluid

sprays are dangerous, never use either for
cleaning your clothes, or point them at an
other worker. Most compressed air lines
carry a pressure of 551 to 896 Kpa (80
130 psi.). The human body cannot stand
more than 41 Kpa (6 psi.) of direct pres-

sure.

Signs and Tags

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Warning signs are one form of job

instruction. Workers must follow the
directions on all warning signs as if the
instructions came straight from their
supervisor.

Controlled or hazardous products carry

WHMIS labels. Workers must follow the
handling and protective equipment
instructions on these labels.

Lock-out warning tags must not be

removed. The danger potential is so high
the penalty for disregarding lock-out tags
can be immediate dismissal.

Mobile Equipment
- Loaders, Forklifts, and Cranes

Never operate this equipment unless

authorised. The penalty may be
immediate dismissal.

These vehicles require back-up warning

devices, if you discover one not working
report it immediately.

When working around vehicles never get

between the vehicle and the load. Watch
for pinch points.

Never ride forks, load, or hook.

Never walk or work under

suspended loads. Loads
should not be moved over the
heads of men.

Stay well away from suspended loads.

Always use tag lines to steady loads.
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Know and understand all hoisting signals.

Do not move a load until you are sure it is
safe to move.

Check all slings and hooks. Never use

damaged, non-approved slings, or
decking chain to lift.

Suspended loads must not be left

unattended.

8 HOUSEKEEPING

Good housekeeping, cleanliness and

order, a basic part of accident and fire
prevention. Have a place for everything and
keep every thing in its place. Dont keep
unnecessary things about. Use the
garbage cans and cultivate the habit
of neatness.

All working areas should be

kept clean and free from
obstructions such as: tools,
loose objects, oil, grease
and other materials. All are tripping or
slipping hazards.

Clean up your work area at the end of each

shift or immediately after finishing job. Keep
all walks and stairs clear, this is part of your
job responsibilities.

Spilled toxic or corrosive chemicals should

be cleaned up immediately. Consult the
MSDSs in the doghouse or your
supervisor for the method, protective
equipment, and materials to use to safely
clean up the spill.

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Your locker should be kept clean at all

times. All unnecessary clothing removed
and garbage discarded.

Remove sharp, projecting edges, nails, etc.

from boards, materials or equipment.

9 LADDERS and PLATFORMS

Never climb or stand on any makeshift

devices, such as barrels, drums, boxes, etc.

Do not use damaged ladders, report them

to your supervisor.

Place a ladder on a firm surface at least

25% of its length away from the base of
the structure you are working on. Tie off
the top and have a helper steady the
bottom until it is tied off.

Platforms

Temporary platforms used around the

B.O.P. or other elevated areas must be
secured so that they cannot slip or be
knocked down.

Platforms over 1.8 meters high, where

material could be knocked off and fall on
workers, must have toe boards installed.

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10 LOCKOUTS
--The rule is Lock, Tag & Try
The company lockout procedures must be followed:
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All employees working on equipment shall

ensure that any power or energy source is
de-energised and locked out by:
- locking out breakers,
- unplugging and locking out
power cords,
- locking out valves or controls,
- disconnecting battery cables,
air lines, start circuits, etc.

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Attach a tag to controls. Double Check the

lockout works by trying to start or energise
the equipment.

Locks and corresponding Do Not

Operate tags exist for each crew position.
Crewmembers shall apply their
corresponding lock and tag. The key shall
be kept on their person.

When lockouts will remain in place for the

next tour, the Driller shall be informed and
a note made in the tour book.

At tour change, crewmembers shall inform

their replacements of any lock outs in place
and transfer any keys.
No employee shall remove any locks other
than their own.
In case of emergency:

The Rig Manager has a duplicate set of keys.

After the Rig Manager and Driller have
inspected the equipment for hazards the
lockouts may be removed.

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11 MATERIAL HANDLING
Lifting and Carrying

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Never attempt to lift or move

objects that are too heavy or
bulky for you or that require you
to get in an awkward position.
Get help.

Make sure you have a firm grip

on the object before starting to lift it. Be
sure your hands and body are in the clear.

When lifting: Bend your knees, grasp the

load firmly, then raise the load keeping your
back as straight as possible. Avoid any
twisting motions. Turn using your feet not
your body. Always get help for heavy loads.

Look for slivers, nails and sharp ends when

handling materials or packages. If
possible, remove them.

When stacking materials keep the size of

each pile within safe limits and maintain
adequate aisles.

Try to move sacks or other heavy

materials sideways at waist level. Avoid
bending as much as possible.

Be sure you always have clear vision when

carrying materials.

Ropes, Chains and Cables

Inspect ropes before using. Look for

abrasions in rope fibres.

Inspect all chains, hooks, and cables

before using. If equipment is worn or
frayed, do not use. Report defects to
your supervisor.

Wire rope slings are to be used as safety

lines on all high pressure hoses and kelly
hoses. Never use chain.

Compressed Cylinders

Cylinders must be handled with care to

prevent rupturing. Compressed gas
cylinders should always be handled as
if full.

Cylinders must be stored upright and

secured with valve caps on. All
compressed cylinders require WHMIS
labels.

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Cylinders must not be placed or stored

near excessive heat. Do not permit sparks,
molten metal, electrical current, excessive
heat, or flames to contact the cylinders
or attachments.

Cylinders transported in trucks or on rig

loads must be upright, secure, and visible
from the ground.

Acetylene cylinders must be stored and

used in the vertical position to prevent the
loss of the liquid acetone, also inside.

12 RESPIRATORY PROTECTION

NIOSH approved Particulate (Dust/Mist)

Respirator Masks, must be available to all
crewmembers who require protection
against inhaling dusts or mists from the
following tasks:
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Mixing mud chemicals, caustic,

or additives.
Cleaning boiler flues, or
Any other task where airborne dusts
or mists exist.

Both oil mist and non oil mist particulate

masks are available. Check with your
supervisor before staring these tasks.
Call one of the safety staff if you have
questions.

NIOSH approved air purifying (cartridge

type) respirators must be available to all
crewmembers that require protection from:
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Organic vapours; extreme dusts &

mists, and
Paint, lacquer, or enamel sprays.
Pre-filters must be available for
paint spays.

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If cartridge type respirators are used a fit

test must be done. See the respiratory
training material/ bulletins for specifics.

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Rigs carry a minimum of two self-contained

breathing apparatus (4 in BC), split apart
from each other in BC, for rescue purposes
from life threatening conditions normally
H2S exposure. See: H2S section under
section 12

Refer to the Respiratory Code of

Practice section of the Policy/Procedure
manual.

13 PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Personal Protective Equipment
(hat, eye, boots, body, hearing)
The following outlines the standard PPE
employees must wear. Employees must
supply their own hats, boots, gloves, and rain
suits. To minimise the risk of personal injury
the PPE worn by each worker must relate to
the weather conditions as well as any special
tasks to be under taken.
The company will supply hearing, chemical,
and grinding/chipping protective equipment.
The company supplied common protective
equipment must be cleaned and returned
after use.

Hard hat - Wear a CSA approved hard hat

including a liner in winter.

Boots - CSA approved green tag boots

or rubbers must be worn. Footwear must
be kept in good condition with anti-slip
soles of neoprene or nitrile.
Gloves - Suitable gloves must be worn for
the task. Chemical gloves for mixing
hazardous mud products are supplied by
The Company.
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Hearing - Hearing protection, either muffs

or plugs must be worn where signs
indicate.

Body - Suitable clothing must be worn.

Torn, ragged, loose or sloppy clothing is
unsafe. Long hair must be tied up and no
dangling jewellery is permitted.

Coveralls - Fire retardant coveralls have

become the standard uniform for drilling
rig work. Keep them as clean and oil and
grease free as possible. Each company
has its own program for the distribution of
coveralls to employees. Nylon and
synthetic clothing is prohibited on rig sites.

Your supervisor will supply any other special

protective equipment if required. Your
responsibility is to wear all protective
equipment as directed by signs or instruction.

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H2S

Rigs carry a minimum of two (4 in BC) self

contained breathing apparatus, split apart
from each other in BC, for rescue purposes
from life threatening conditions, normally
H2S exposure.

Rigs working sour applications will have

safety services on site with S.C.B.A. units
for each crewmember.

If you are not familiar with the

type used on the rig ask that
a H2S drill be held.

Facial hair must not be

longer than one days
growth. Moustaches must not interfere with
the seal on the supplied air mask.

A tube type gas detector, (Gastec, Drager,

Kitagawa or equivalent), and matching
non-expired H2S measurement tubes must
be available on every rig to enable
measurement of suspected H2S levels.

A SCBA shall be worn whenever

unknown levels of H2S are measured
with a tube type detector.
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Harnesses and Fall Arrest

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Fall arrest systems are installed on all rigs.

As a minimum, full body harnesses and
lanyards are used when working above
3 meters. This includes working under the
sub, in the derrick, or on the derrick during
rig-up. Lanyard length must never exceed
2 meters.

When climbing the derrick ladder the fall

arrest device must be used.

Rigs have CAODC handbooks and

manuals detailing the specific fall arrest
equipment and procedures used for
that rig.

14 MANDATORY EYE PROTECTION

Experience has shown us that you cannot

predict where or when you need safety
glasses to protect your eyes therefore eye
protection is mandatory at all times
while working.

Goggles are required when mixing

chemicals. Face shields are added when
grinding, cutting, or chipping.

A optometrist plan for prescription safety

glasses exists. Ask your Rig Manager or
personnel staff for details and an
authorisation form.

If you wear contact lenses tell your

co-workers in case you receive an eye
injury and require first aid.

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15 SMOKING

Obey No Smoking signs. Smoking is

permitted only in designated locations,
usually the edge of the lease. Butane
lighters are a safety hazard, carry matches,
or safety lighters while at work.

NO SMOKING

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16 TOOLS

A safe worker avoids accidents by using

only tools that are in good condition. Do
not use tools having split handles,
mushroomed heads, worn jaws, or other
defects that make them unsafe. Report
defective tools to your supervisor.

Obtain the right tool for the job.

Make sure of your footing before using any

hand tool.

Check electric tools for defective cord

insulation and plugs. Be sure portable
electric tools are properly grounded, with
a three-way plug or are of the double
insulated type.

When working overhead, make sure that

tools cannot fall to lower levels. Do not
leave them in the derrick or on overhead
ledges, beams, or buildings.

Learn how to size pipe wrenches properly.

Keep jaws and heels sharp to prevent slips
and potential injury.

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Report immediately to your supervisor any

grinding wheel or grinding wheel guard that
appears defective. Tool rests should be
within (1/8") of the wheel.

Never, under any circumstances, use a

grinding wheel without both the guard and
your goggles/face shield.

Check grinder disks to ensure the rated

RPM matches the tool.

17 WHMIS and HAZARDOUS PRODUCTS

Workplace Hazardous Materials

Information System legislation deals with
the using, storing, handling, and
disposing of controlled (hazardous)
products. Every worker has the right to
know about the controlled products on
the worksite.

WHMIS regulations require all controlled

products to be labelled. The supplier can
either place labels on controlled products
or a simpler worksite label may be used.

Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs) are

kept in the doghouse where they are
available to workers at any time.

Ongoing training about controlled products

is one requirement of WHMIS legislation.
If you are unsure about a product ask your
supervisor who will answer all your questions.

The WHMIS label instructions and

protective equipment requirements are
part of your job instruction and must
be followed.

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Your WHMIS training has been adequate

when you can answer the following
4 questions:
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What are the hazards of the

controlled products I may be
exposed to?
What are the protective measures to
adopt?
What are the emergency procedures
to follow?
How do I access further information?

A Yellow WHMIS employee handbook

exists to give rig hands an overview of the
WHMIS system and rig products. A video
about WHMIS is also available. Ask
your supervisor.

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18 MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY

Only employees that are pre-qualified and

authorised to drive by their Rig Manager
are permitted to operate company vehicles.

When you are authorised to drive a

company vehicle you are a professional
driver and a representative of the company.
You are expected to drive in safe,
courteous, and professional manner
according to all traffic laws. Unsafe
driving or vehicle abuse is grounds
for dismissal.

Drivers must possess the proper license

for the area in which the vehicle is
operated. The employee must promptly
report the loss, suspension, or invalidation
of their drivers license to their immediate
supervisor.

The employee assumes full responsibility

for any traffic and parking violations
arising out of the use of the Company
vehicle. If the Company should be required
to pay any fine after the employee
terminates employment with the Company,
the employee agrees to reimburse the
Company within 30 days of written notice.
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Drive defensively: Drivers shall at all times

follow safe driving practices and be
prepared to allow for the mistakes,
carelessness or thoughtless action of other
drivers or pedestrians. The driver must do
everything reasonably possible to prevent
accidents.

All damage and accidents involving the

company vehicle must be reported
promptly to the employees immediate
supervisor. A Company incident report
must be completed and promptly
forwarded to the safety department.

The driver is responsible for ensuring that

all passengers are wearing the available
passenger restraint devices before the
vehicle is put in motion.

The driver of any company vehicle is

responsible for the safe stowage and
securing of any cargo or materials carried
and compliance with Transportation of
Dangerous Goods regulations.

The company vehicle shall be operated

and maintained in a safe, saleable
condition and serviced at proper intervals
as specified by the manufacturers owners
manual. The driver shall keep accurate

records and reports as may be required

by the Company covering mileage,
expenses, accidents, vehicle maintenance, etc.

The employee will be responsible for safe,

over-night parking of the vehicle.
Hitchhikers are not permitted to ride at any
time, and the carrying of passengers for a
consideration is not allowed.

The employee-driver shall take the

Companys driver training and road/written
driving evaluations.

Defensive Driving

Drive defensively:
Drivers shall at all
times follow safe driving practices and be
prepared to allow for the mistakes, carelessness
or thoughtless action of other drivers or
pedestrians. The driver must do everything
reasonably possible to prevent accidents.

Posted highway speeds are the maximum.

Adjust your speed and following distance
for road conditions and visibility.

Scan the road ahead. Use the side and

rear mirrors frequently. Shoulder check
before turning. Watch your blind spots.
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Communicate your plans to others. Signal

well before lane changes, turns, stopping
or slowing down. Keep to the right on gravel
roads, especially hills and curves.

Adjust your position so there is always

enough room ahead or behind to pass or
stop safely. If following count as the
vehicle ahead passes a landmark. If you
pass the same landmark in less than two
seconds you are too close. Double the
following distance in poor conditions or
gravel roads.

Before moving a vehicle complete a walk

around and inspect for damage or
mechanical problems. Crew trucks must
carry flares, first aid kits and fire extinguishers.

Avoid backing whenever possible.

Always try to park so that you can drive
straight out.

Adjust speed to the weather or road

conditions. Chain up on ice or mud
before you get into trouble!

If you are involved in a collision record: names

of witnesses, insurance information, time,
location, and vehicle positions. Notify your
supervisor as soon as possible. Do not
discuss who was at fault. You will be
responsible for making a police accident report.

19 FIREARMS

No employee will be allowed to convey any

firearms on their person or in their vehicle
on any company work site or while
travelling to or from locations.

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20 CAMPS

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All Ensign Resource Service Group

company camps are dry. Possession or use
of alcohol or drugs on a campsite is
grounds for immediate dismissal.

When coming off tour, use the rig change

house to change into clean clothing
before proceeding to the camp.

Use good housekeeping practices in

sleeping quarters and games rooms. Use
the garbage cans.

Leave washing machines, dryers,

showers, and wash basins, etc. in a clean
condition after use.

Camp evacuation drills

will be held on a
regular basis, normally
every second Sunday.

Firearms are not allowed on location. Use

of personal recreation vehicles (trikes,
sleds, bikes, etc.) is not allowed on camp
or rig sites.

21 AIRCRAFT SAFETY

The pilot of any aircraft is responsible for

the safety of the passengers and aircraft
under his care. Obey all rules and
directions from the pilot or crew.

Employees who use company supplied air

travel should acquaint themselves with the
rules and safety precautions of the aircraft
they are on.

Keep vehicles and yourself clear of

runways and landing areas. Do not board
or leave until given permission from the
pilot. Watch for propellers or rotor blades
on helicopters. Never walk up-slope, away
from a helicopter, and never walk to the
rear of a helicopter.

Personnel under the influence of alcohol

or drugs will be refused entry onto aircraft.

Keep luggage to a minimum weight and

size. All luggage may be subject to an
inspection by the aircraft crew. No loading
or unloading of aircraft unless under
supervision of the pilot.

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SECTION 3
- Drilling Rigs
- Safe Work Practices
1 DRILLING RIG OPERATION
A normal crew of four or more workers
accomplishes the operation of a drilling rig. The
actual number required depends on the size and
type of rig. The rig crew and Driller, the first line
supervisor, handle normal drilling operations, and
minor emergencies.
The basic crew consists of a Driller,
Derrickman, Motorhand, and Floorhand. This
basic crew is responsible for drilling operations and
care and maintenance of all components. Larger
rigs may have an additional Floorhand, loader
operator, and assistant Derrickhand. Tours
(pronounced towers), or shifts are three-eight
hours or two-twelve hour requiring three crews on
eight hour shifts or two crews on twelve hour shifts,
as drilling is a 24 hour operation.
The operator normally supplies a Drilling
Program (well plan) to the drilling crew. This will
outline the drilling fluid (mud program), hole sizes,
casing program, logging and testing points. It may
also include contracts to be made with operating
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company personnel or service companies when

certain approximate depths or formations are
reached or changes are necessary.

Critical Tasks
A number of tasks fall outside the normal day
to day drilling rig operations. These tasks have a
higher accident potential due to the size of
equipment or material handled and since they are
done infrequently. Before critical tasks are started
a pre-job meeting will be held with all workers on
site to explain the hazards and each workers task
and responsibilities.
Critical tasks include but are not limited to:

Rig moves - rigging up or out and

moving,
Installing Blow Out Preventers,
Laying down pipe,
Running casing,
Working with loggers, or cementers,
Or any job outside the day to day
operation of the rig.

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2 MOVING and RIGGING UP/DOWN

Moving, rigging-up and rigging-down
operations can be dangerous. Workers are
performing jobs, which are not usually done in
normal drilling. The natural hazards of the
location must be considered, crews must work
together, people are not in the usual places and
care must be exercised so as not to injure them
with other operations.
Our primary concern is that all workers on site:

can see and be seen,

are in communication with each other, and
are aware of all hazards created with the
movement of skid loads and equipment
during the rig move.

The procedures given in the C.A.O.D.C. Rig

Moves Procedures Manual shall be followed on
all rig moves. The pre-move meeting is the most
important item and the rig move procedure given
in the CAODC manual must be followed.
A rig move includes the tasks of rigging up,
moving, and tear out of a drilling rig. The following
additional procedures shall be followed on all rig
moves:

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All employees, including contractors, working

on the rig move shall wear retro-reflective vests/
coveralls while rig movers trucks are on
location. No worker shall be allowed to work in
a confined area without a communication
system being put into place.

A rig move is one of the critical tasks requiring

a pre-job safety meeting. Prior to rig moves the
Rig Manager shall ensure all workers on site
are aware of all pinch points or other hazards
created by the movement of equipment or
skid loads.

No employees shall enter or be under the

substructure while drawworks or engines are
skidded on or off. All hanging lines or hoses
that could become pinched or caught shall be
modified to eliminate this concern.

Adequate illumination of all work areas shall

be provided during rig moves. The Rig
Manager shall evaluate the work site and
decide what illumination is required. All
confined work areas must have sufficient light
for the task being done.

Before any equipment is moved or adjusted all

workers must acknowledge that they are clear
of the equipment. If a binding skid load would
cause the substructure to shift the sub must
be anchored to the rig move truck(s).
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All derricks require the installation of a

fall arrest system for use during rig up or
tear out where workers will be 3 meters above
ground level.

General Precautions

Complete guarding is not possible at all times

while this work is being accomplished. Guards
should be placed as soon as possible. Open
floor holes should be covered, even if only
temporarily, to keep someone from falling.
Machinery should be guarded as well as
possible, considering the function of the
machine.

Handrails should be put up as soon as

possible. All safety lines on high pressure lines
must be installed and secured.

Install the derrick escape line as soon as

someone is positioned in the derrick. The line
should be fastened to the girt just above the
working platform and should be anchored
about twice as far from the rig base as the
distance from the ground to the monkey board.

Keep walkways free of skids and other items,

which might cause someone to fall.

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Workers must stay alert so as to avoid being

trapped in pinch points, under loads, in the path
of moving machinery or vehicles. Equipment
damage is very possible at this time. Be sure
equipment is secured and does not pose a
danger during the move. Remember, we dont
want to hurt the trucker and rig-up will be much
easier if there is no damage to repair.

In rig-up and rig-down operations, as in all other

drilling operations, a worker should never stand
beneath or work or walk under suspended
loads.
The best attitude is to expect and prepare
for the unexpected.
ALL RIGGING-UP WORK MUST BE
COMPLETED BEFORE DRILLING STARTS!

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3 BASIC RESPONSIBILITIES and DUTIES

Field Superintendents Safety Function
They are responsible for the implementation
of our safety program. Their own acts and
enthusiasm set the example for Rig Managers and
crewmembers. Their responsibilities are as follows:

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Administer the Safety Program so that all

workers respect and follow company safety
program policies and procedures.

Check to ensure that equipment, safety

devices, fire extinguishers, and tools are
up to standard.

Only recognised safe operating practices

are being used.

Check on changes in equipment and

procedures to see that safety requirements
are properly followed and adhered to.

Deal with problems concerned with the

enforcement of Government and Company
rules and regulations concerned with
accident prevention and to set an
example for Rig Managers, Drillers, and
all other employees by STRICT
PERSONAL OBSERVANCES OF ALL
SUCH RULES.

Conduct investigations into serious

accidents in operations under his charge
in conjunction with the safety staff
member, in order to determine all facts
related to the occurrence and to establish
the basis of corrective measures to
prevent a recurrence.

Review the findings of accident

investigations concerned with operations
in his area and to see that
recommendations made are carried out
properly and promptly.

Examine the reports made by both

regulatory and safety staff Inspections and
to see that prompt action is taken on
recommendations made.

Be constantly aware of the safety records

of all rigs and to give Rig Manager his full
support and encouragement in their efforts
to improve upon existing records.

Monitor crew training with rig manager

and personnel.

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Rig Managers Basic Duties

The Rig Manager is the overall supervisor of
the rig and co-ordinates the work of the crews on
each rig and the work of any additional crewmen
or technicians which may be assigned to them.
The Rig Manager normally learns his job
through on-the-job training by working up through
the ranks of the basic crew. Such experience is
necessary in order for him to be able to supervise
the drilling operation and take over the running of
the rig in emergencies or assist in times of peak
load, particularly during rig-up and rig-down
operations.
The Rig Manager:

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Implements the Accident Prevention

program and sees that it works.

Establishes emergency procedure

requirements. Posts at the work site a list
telephone numbers of hospitals,
ambulances, helicopters, and government
agency contacts in the area near all field
based mobile telephones.

Directs the assembly, dismantling, moving

or skidding of rigs and rigging up at a
new location.

Plans and schedules the delivery of

materials needed for drilling such as
special tools or rig components and
expendable materials. This includes
rentals, fuel, water, bits and other supplies
used in drilling.

Directs and co-ordinates all of the drilling

activities with the well operator.

Assists Drillers in solving operational

problems and calls in specialists or
operating company personnel when
major problems arise, i.e., severe kicks or
blowouts, down-hole conditions requiring
plan changes, etc.

Determines and co-ordinates optimum

drilling practices based on experience. He
maintains proper drilling fluid properties.
In the event of lost circulation or potential
kick, the Rig Manager instructs the
Derrickhand to make adjustments to the
mud properties, particularly weight, after
consultation with the mud engineer.

Maintains information on rig equipment

and utilises such information to improve
equipment, its usefulness, care and
maintenance practices, and improve the
economics of drilling.
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Assists in training the rig personnel in safe

working practices, proper operations, and
care and maintenance of the camp, rig, and
rental equipment.

He has direct or indirect responsibility for

staffing the rigs.

Rig Managers Safety Function

He is responsible for the implementation of the
accident prevention program on his rig, with the
goal of eliminating accidents, which result in personal injury. His functions are:

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Keep a constant check to ensure that the

safety, fire equipment and tools are up to
Company standard.

Ensure recognised safe work practices are

being followed and that time is being spent
on training of employees.

Enforce Company and Government rules

and regulations concerned with accident
prevention and to set an example for
crewmembers by leading by example.
Your crew watches what you do, not
what you say!.

Ensure that the duties of crew members

are individually understood and
discharged.

Encourage employees to report unsafe

conditions/practices. Make sure prompt
and proper corrective action is taken in
each case.

Ensure that a
weekly
safety
meeting is held by
each crew and
noted in the daily
tour and recorded
in the weekly
safety meeting
report book.

Ensure that one crew is designated as the

site Health and Safety Committee and that
this crew meets with the Rig Manager, in
his shack, at least once each month to
discuss safety concerns.

Be constantly aware that of the safety

record of his rig and to strive always to
improve the existing record.

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Investigate with Drillers and crewmembers

concerned, each accident on his rig.
Report details of the accident with
morning report and promptly send accident
reports to the operations office.

Co-operate with Government Inspectors

and promptly take corrective action when
required and forward report and action
taken to the head office.

When a Driller has one or more green men

in his crew the Rig Manager must ensure
that adequate time is taken during trips to
adequately instruct and train these
workers. Note in the tour report that a
Green Man is being trained.

Go through the company handbooks and

manuals with each new Driller and satisfy
himself that the Driller is completely aware
of its contents.

Maintain
crew
discipline
and
responsibilities toward camps when on a
camp jobs.

Drillers Basic Duties

The Driller is in charge of the operation of the
rig and crew during his tour. He operates the
drilling and hoisting equipment. His duties station
is normally the rig floor and Drillers console which
includes brakes, throttles, clutches and various
gauges. By watching the various instruments and
gauges closely, he can make adjustments, as
conditions require.
His basic duties include:

Insures that proper safe work methods are

used
by
employees
including
sub-contractors.

The Driller alerts the Rig Manager and

Operators representative when bits show
signs of failure.

With the help of the crew and

instrumentation, he keeps the circulation
rate of the mud relatively constant. Causes
of changes might include washouts in the
drill string, possible lost circulation or a
potential kick. When the mud circulation
rate changes or the mud pit level increases,
a kick might result and the Blowout
Preventers may be closed and corrective
action taken.
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Runs or assists in running special tools into

the hole for the purposes of logging,
testing, coring, or fishing for bits, bit cones
or other portions of the drill stem lost in
the hole. Specialists and/or service
company personnel are available to help
him do this.

Trains the crew in the optimum safe

performance of their duties and the proper
care and maintenance of the rig and
drill string.

The Driller or any other worker shall not

leave the drawworks controls while the
hoisting drum is in motion. Drillers should
never engage the rotary clutch without
watching the rotary. The Driller must never
leave the brake lever with out securing
it down.

Drillers have the authority to hire and fire

crewmembers. Normal disciplinary action
is a verbal warning followed by a written
warning. Discipline may include demotion,
suspension, or dismissal. Serious
contraventions of policies or work
standards that put the worker, the public,
or co-workers at risk are grounds for
immediate dismissal.

Drillers Safety Function

The Driller has invariably worked up through
the floor, motors, and derrick positions. Only in this
way could he become acquainted with the
equipment and drilling procedures. Through
experience he will also be more capable of
recognising when changes in procedure are
necessary and in meeting emergencies when they
arise. His functions are:
Responsible for the safety of his crew. Drillers are expected to accept and understand the
Safety Program and accident prevention procedures and co-operate with the Rig Manager.

Establish safe work

practices and give job
instruction especially
to new men.

Supervise workers to ensure they are

following the proper job procedures.

Constantly is on the lookout for unsafe

conditions or acts.

Report and investigate with the Rig

Manager all accidents on his shift.

On camp jobs, care for his crew and

maintain discipline in camp.
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Derrickhands Basic Duties

The Derrickhand is usually next in line to the
Driller on the basic crew. Generally, he is
designated to do all work above the floor level and
normally watches and maintains proper drilling fluid
characteristics and the mud handling equipment.
When rig is making a trip (running drill pipe in
and out of the hole), he works off of the monkey
board. There, while coming out of the hole, he
unlatches the elevators from the pipe and racks
the pipe sequentially in the fingers after it has been
set on the pipe racking floor by the Floorhand.
While running in the hole, he pulls the proper stand
of pipe from the fingers and, when the elevator
comes to his position latches it around the stand.
Whenever a Derrickhand goes up to the
monkey board the blocks stay at the rig floor until
the Derrickhand comes to the end of the diving
board and signals to the Driller that his fall arrest
system is hooked up.
Under direction of the Driller, he conditions the
drilling fluid and maintains the mud pumps and
mud handling and treating equipment. He is
responsible for:

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Performing all his duties in a safe manner.

Handling all miscellaneous duties above

the derrick floor: lubrication of the hoisting
equipment, stringing of lines, and minor
repairs to the hoisting equipment and derrick.

Assisting the Driller in the maintenance of

the drilling rig and other equipment.

Becoming familiar with the work of the

Driller as time permits.

Inspecting and reporting to the Driller the

condition of the derrick and derrick fall
arrest equipment. The morning and
evening tour Derrickhand must note and
report changes in the condition of the
derrick or hazards that have developed
during their tours.

Ensuring anyone climbing the derrick uses

a full body harness and fall protection
above 3 meters.

The Derrickhand should never be out on

racking fingers when travelling block and
hook are passing. Pipe left standing in the
derrick should be securely tied.

Derrickhands will change shifts on the rig

floor, not on the monkey board.
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Motorhand
In addition to his duties on the rig floor the
Motorman maintains all engines and does all the
general maintenance and repair around the rig. His
regular duties can include:

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Ensuring that guards removed for

maintenance purposes are replaced as
soon as possible prior to the operation of
the equipment.

Maintaining housekeeping around motors

and oil house. Keep oil and grease off the
floor. Oilcans clean and water free.

Checking that all fan belts are kept tight

and reporting cooling system or oil leaks.

Ensuring that pop valves on the

compressor are working properly.

Never wash down the generator and

electrical panels with a water hose at any
time. Mop and pail only in generator rooms.

Keeping the Driller informed as to the need

for hand tool repairs or replacement.

Ensures that all covers are replaced on

switches and connection boxes after repair.

Checking and maintaining safety

equipment, fire extinguishers and
breathing apparatus.

Ensuring that the tool rests used on

stationery electric grinders are installed
and no more than 3 mm (1/8") clearance
between tool rest and the wheel.

Floorhand
The Floorhand is normally the starting
position on the drilling crew. This position may also
be called roughneck. The Floorhand assists the
Derrickhand and Driller in their duties and is a
general all-around worker on the drilling rig. He
may assist the Driller and Derrickhand in
maintenance or repair of rig equipment. His
normal workstation is on the rig floor.
While tripping (running drill pipe in and out of
the hole) his duty is handling drill pipe, drill collars, Kelly, slips and tongs when making or breaking connections. In these operations one
Floorhand handles the back-up tongs (large
wrench), and the other handles the lead tongs or
power operated spinner. One handles the spinning
chain
while
running. (The spinning chain is powered by the
cathead and spins up the pipe by taking several
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turns of the chain around the pipe.) The spinning

chain or power spinner is handled by the
Motorhand on larger rigs.
One Floorhand also catches the bottom end
of the pipe to centre it over the pipe in the hole
after it is latched to the elevator by the Derrickhand
pulled up to the correct height by the Driller.
When coming out, the procedure is reversed
and after the connection is unscrewed, one
Floorhand will guide the bottom of the stand
(usually two or three joints) and rack it in its proper
position so that it can be retrieved in order on the
next trip in. He also must:

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Perform all his duties in a safe manner.

When running casing, has the same

duties as when running drill pipe into the
hole, but because of the extra work in this
case, casing crews with power operated
spinners or tongs may be called in and the
Floorhand may assist them.

Assists the Derrickhand in mixing drilling

mud (clay, chemicals, weighting materials
or water) or lost circulation materials.

Assist maintenance and repair of

machinery on the rig or accessory
equipment, and the derrick itself.

Performs miscellaneous duties including

lubricating the machinery, cleaning up and
placing tools in their proper place, rolling
racked pipe, and other jobs.

By observation and experience, the

Floorhand may be able to advance,
through all the positions of the basic crew
to Rig Manager, and on into management.

Floorhands must never place hands, feet,

or any part of the body under a joint of pipe
when it is off the floor, as there is always
danger that the pipe will drop and injure
the workers.

Keep feet away from the rotary table

rotary when it is in motion.

Workers spinning in pipe shall use the left

hand for railing the chain. This method will
avoid severe injury should his hand be
caught between chain and pipe.

Hands must be kept off elevator bails when

latching the elevator because of the
danger of having hands caught between
elevator and bails. Workers should wear
suitable gloves as protection for
their hands.
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Crew Members Safety Function

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Observe all Company

safety policies and
procedures. Follow
instructions on all signs
and labels.

Report unsafe conditions or practices to

his Driller as soon as they are observed.

Adhere to standard housekeeping

practices.

Be willing to learn and to be sure he/she

understands instructions before starting to
work.

Thoroughly learn his own job first, then

learn the jobs of those around him, in
order to understand how his actions may
affect the safety of those around him.

Each man is responsible for the safety of

each other person on the crew. (The safety
awards have been set-up taking his point
of view into consideration.)

To co-operate actively with his supervisors

in the building up of a good safety record
for his rig.

No worker shall at any time ride the

travelling block or hook or slide down pipe
or catline when coming out of the derrick.

Wear a full body harness and fall

protection device whenever working above
3 meters.

Relief Crews
Relief crews coming on tour must be informed
of any changes, that might present a hazard, which
have taken place since they were last on tour.

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4 RIG SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

The safety lines and escape buggy must be
properly installed and anchored before workers
position themselves in the derrick. Windbreaks
should be provided with openings so that the
derrickworker will have immediate access to his
escape buggy.

Vapour proof cover globes and lenses must

be kept clean and in place. Derrick
floodlights must have safety chains
attached to girts.

All high pressure lines require safety lines

secured before drilling starts.

The crown safety device must be

connected and tested before drilling
operations begin.

Fire Protection
A minimum of four fire
extinguishers must be
on the rig. Normally
one extinguisher is
located on or near the
door of each building
where flammables
are kept.
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All crewmembers must learn the location of

these and check to see that they are being
maintained on a regular basis.

Boilers
All boilers should be connected, operated, and
maintained in accordance with the boiler
regulations of the province in which the equipment
is being operated.

Safety valves should be serviced at least

once a year.

Gauge guards must be kept in place

except when cleaning or replacing gauge
glasses. Eye protection must be worn
during this operation.

Steam lines or fittings should not be

tightened while pressure is on the line.

When blowing down a boiler, ensure that

all personnel are clear of the path of
escaping steam and hot water. Use two
men if no blow down screen or guard has
been installed.

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Steam

Steam must be carefully admitted into a

hose and the nozzle should be held
securely while the steam is turned on. The
person operating the steam hose should
be well braced and should use care in
handling this hose never point it at anyone.

Steam must not be used to clean boots or

clothing. Serious injuries have resulted
from this practice.

Guarding

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All chains, V belts or gear driven

equipment must be properly guarded. All
inspection plates or windows on guards
must be kept closed, during normal operation.

If a guard is removed to troubleshoot

malfunctioning equipment workers must
keep themselves and their clothing well
away from rotating parts.

Shear pin type relief valves must have

suitable guards to prevent sections of
sheared pins from flying, when the
valves relieve.

Housekeeping

Crew should maintain rig and equipment

in accordance with the company rig
inspection schedule.

The derrick floor and steps should be

washed after each trip or any time they
are muddy.

All passageways, exits, ladder approaches

and working floor
space should be kept
clear and in good
repair.

Tools and materials shall not be kept on

floors or walkways.

Cat Head
Rope catheads used to lift materials are being
phased off of rigs. A few still exist for occasional
use as a boom line off the top of the derrick.

Only properly instructed workmen should

handle use the catline rope. A responsible
person must be at the throttle control to
stop the line shaft should the catline
become entangled.

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The cathead should not be turned any

faster than is necessary. Frazzled catline
should never be put on the cathead. If the
catline is badly worn, it should be replaced.

When catheading, workers should carry

one wrap on the cathead until the catline
or other rope is in tension. Only sufficient
wraps to meet load requirements should
be used. A tension should always be kept
on the ropes used on the cathead, so that
loose rounds will not be thrown around the
cathead and entangle the operator.

If a catline fouls, the operator should not

try to disentangle the line. He should
notify the man at the drawworks controls
to disengage the master clutch.

No one should stand on the coil of rope

under the cathead when the line is being
drawn in or let out.

Motors
Work shall not be performed on engines,
motors, drawworks, winches, chains, tables or
other operating equipment until lock out
procedures have been followed.

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Rotary

When drilling, no workers, hoses, or wash

guns are allowed near the table.

The rotary table must be clear of people

and equipment before it is put in motion.

The hole opening at the rotary must be

kept covered when the drill pipe is not in
the hole.

Tongs

Use two pairs of tongs to break tool joints.

It is illegal to use the rotary table to do the
initial break out on tool joints or bits.

Ensure tongs are not placed under drill

pipe tool joints, until the second single of a
triple stand has passed through the table.
Keep dies in good condition.

When any unusual strain is taken on the

tongs all workers, except the person
operating the drawworks control, must
stand well in the clear.

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The proper size tong jaws should always

be used on each size of pipe. The tong
latch should not be held with the hand to
keep it from jumping out when a strain is
taken on breakout and makeup tongs.
Pinch bars or wrenches should not be used
to help make jaws bite.

Hydraulic Tongs/Spinners
Guard door on power tongs must be closed
before power is tuned on. Power hose must be
disconnected at the tongs before changing jaws
or making any other internal adjustment to tongs.
Ensure tong support line, clevis, hydraulic
hoses, etc., are properly connected and supported.
Check backup cables regularly.

Survey or Logging Line

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Never stand near the hole when any line

is run in or pulled from the hole. Any slack
line can loop and catch workers.

Workers should never step over these cables.

Never grab a line that breaks. A loop could

catch your hand.

Spool lines with a proper spooling device.

Never use a hand tool to spool with.

Pressure
Before beginning any repair work on any piece
of equipment usually operated under pressure
(pump lines, hydraulic lines, accumulators,
boilers, etc.) care must be taken to see that
pressure has been released or relieved.
Workers should not hammer or pound on
lines, fittings, vessels, or equipment under
pressure. Line pressure should be relieved
before a line is broken.
A valve should never be opened or closed
unless the worker knows what purpose it serves.
A high-pressure line should never be opened or
closed suddenly.
A leaking valve on any high-pressure connection should never be stopped with a bull plug.

Slips
When going in the hole, the pipe should be
stopped before the Floorhands set the slips in the
rotary. If the drill pipe is set too high it must be
picked up and reset in the slips to lower the tools
joints to proper breaking height.

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Winches/Air Hoist
Care must be exercised when using the
winches to prevent fouling of line on the drum and
causing the load to drop.

Overhead Work

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All workers above 3 meters must wear a

full body harness secured by a lanyard or
fall arrest device.

Workers should not work on the floor while

work is in progress overhead unless their
help is necessary for the overhead job.

All tools carried overhead must be secured

to the workers safety harness.

Unless they are in use, tools, machine

parts, or material of any kind shall not be
kept in the derrick above the floor.

Drilling Mud Chemicals

Drilling mud and

Oilwell cement contain
enough caustic to
irritate and burn skin if
left on too long. Wash
contaminated skin off with water. Change
out of coveralls or clothing saturated with
drilling mud or cement.

Most mud additives are controlled

products. Follow the directions for handling
and use given on the W.H.M.I.S. labels.
Material safety Data Sheets for all mud
additives are in the dog house or mud van.
Consult them before using any new or
unknown product.

The instructions given on the W.H.M.I.S.

labels for protective equipment must be
followed. They are part of the worksite
safety rules.

Goggles and rubber must

be worn when mixing
caustic. When mixing, the
caustic should always be
added to the water; the
water should never be added to the
caustic. And caustic slowly while stirring
frequently.
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Safety Colour Code for Drilling Rigs

Colour codes are used to help identify hazards
and note the location of safety equipment. The
basic colour code is:
RED...fire equipment, high pressure lines
YELLOW...self-contained Breathing Apparatus.
ORANGE...To warn against equipment that
can cut, bite, pinch, explode, or shock.
GREEN...To help the crewmember locate
first aid equipment.

Pumps

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Lock out procedures must be followed

before any maintenance work is carried out
on the pump.

Workers must not tighten nuts or studs on

caps while the pump is running. Only the
correct size shear pin must be used in
pump pressure relief valves.

After work on the mud pump has been

completed, the Driller should double-check
the work to make sure that the work has
been done correctly.

Workers must not place their hands on the

splash rod to check the pump stroke.

Drill Stem Tests (D.S.T.)

Normal drilling procedures control formation
pressure and fluids through the use of a
hydrostatic pressure head. Drill Steam Testing
brings the formation pressures and fluids to the
surface, presenting a unique set of hazards since
control is then maintained by mechanical and
human systems. Safe work practices minimise
the possibility of a failure of either system during
a test.
A pre-job safety meeting will be held with all
personnel involved with the test, hazards,
responsibilities, and duties will be clearly explained.
This will be repeated at each crew change
as required.

Before the D.S.T.

Visually inspect all handling tools.

Bird bath drains installed.
Drain racks will allow pipe/collars to drain
and prevent plugs.
All B.O.P. components functioning
and tested.
Stabbing valve, inside B.O.P. checked and
crossovers available.
Test line secure.
Pilot flare prepared for flare pit.
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Mudtanks will hold excess mud with tool

in hole.
Trip tank, mud tank pit indicators working.
Mud can and drain hose ready.
Escape buggy and crown saver functional.
First aid kit and eye wash available.
Fire extinguishers checked.
Water steam line to engine exhausts
installed.
Motor kills tested.
All personnel instructed in H 2 S and
emergency plan.
Electrical isolation of sub/floor prepared if
gas is released.
H2S warning signs and detectors set up.
Breathing apparatus tested and available.
Drill pipe test plugs available, crew
familiar with their correct use.
Pre-job safety meeting held and recorded.

During the D.S.T.

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Trip procedures followed and recorded.

All unnecessary equipment removed from
catwalk and floor.
Vehicles parked 50 meters from wellbore.
Rig floor and substructure open and
ventilated.
Adequate water supply to wash floor and
tools available
Cellar drained.

After the D.S.T.

All rig breathing equipment disinfected

and cleaned (if worn).
Cylinders refilled and equipment dry and
stored properly.

Test Plugs

In addition to the lift spring attached to the

hook all test plugs must have a proper
safety cable attached.

All clear the floor while plugs are removed

at the monkey board.

Raising and Lowering Derricks

A complete visual check will be made of the
derrick before raising. Check:
all lines and cables are free,
electrical is in good condition,
hydraulic lines are connected, and
leak free,
deadline properly secured,
weight indicator connected and
operating, and
No tools or equipment are loose
in derrick,
All drift pins have safety pins.
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The Rig Manager will count and record the

number of wraps on the hoisting drum before the
derrick is raised. All crewmembers should remain
at a safe distance from the derrick. All pins and
locking devices must be secured in place before
leaving the controls.

Electrical

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All electrical installations will be made in

accordance with provincial regulations.
Generator ground rods must be installed
before starting generators.

The substructure, manifold, mud tanks,

and rig floor are classed as hazardous
locations and no standard outlets and
plugs are allowed. All other areas are
subject to transient vapours and plugs with
rubber boots are used. All unused outlets
must have their covers screwed on.

Hands, shoes, and clothing should be dry

when any electrical equipment is handled.
Switches, which are turned off to permit
work on circuits or equipment, must be
locked in the off position and tagged to
warn others that work is being performed.

Extension cords must be

inspected regularly to eliminate any defects that may
cause a short circuit in the
wiring. Defective cords must
be repaired or discarded. All
extension cords to electrical
lights and portable tools must
have ground lugs.

Engines
The floor surrounding an engine should be free
of all objects, oil, and grease. All guards must be
in place on pulleys and belts. Exhaust must be free
of leaks inside buildings.

Flare Pits
If it is necessary to light flare pits, a pilot flare
will be lit in the flare pit before gas is vented to the
pit. Workers must stay upwind well away from the
pit at all times.

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Shops and Yards

All the work rules, procedures and use of PPE

followed at the rig site apply when rigs are
being worked on in shop, yards, or rack sites.

All safety meetings must be held as if the rig

was on a well site.

Follow all warnings or work procedures/

practices posted at the shop or yard.

Follow good housekeeping practices and

return all borrowed tools or materials after
your task is complete.

Follow good environmental practices and

report all spills of fuel, lubricants, or oil
that occur.

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Champion/Ensign/Tri-City Drilling
SAFETY ORIENTATION AGREEMENT
An orientation is used to inform the new employee of his responsibilities while on Champion, Ensign, or Tri-City Drilling worksite or camps. Each employee has responsibilities
towards himself, his fellow crewmembers, his employer, and the equipment. Similarly the
employer and crew have responsibilities toward the new employee. Your immediate
supervisor will discuss these responsibilities with you:
Working Safely is a Condition of your Employment
Report all incidents and injuries before leaving tour
Introduce new employee
-Payroll policy
-Subsistence and travel policy
-Safety awards

Brief job description

-type of operation - what s going on

Personal attitude:
-No alcohol or drugs
-Cleanliness, hair & beard
-Co-operation, carelessness, temper

Attitude to basic hazards:

-Emergency equipment locations
-Fire and explosion
-Sour gas
-Pressure
-Heavy equipment

Personal Protective Equipment:

-Workers protective clothing
-Care of company common equipment
-Fire retardant clothing
-Mandatory Eye Protection Policy

Attitude to procedures:
-Learn before trying
-Do as directed
-Housekeeping - ongoing tidy up!
-Horseplay

Cause for Immediate Dismissal:

-Impaired or using alcohol or drugs on site
-Missing work with no notice
-Theft
-Violation of safe work rules
-Vehicle misuse/abuse

Proper Lifting
WHMIS labels & MSDS s
Drug & Alcohol Policy

I have received an orientation in the policies and procedures of the company as marked
off above and as outlined in the accompanying Drilling Employee Safety Handbook. I
understand these instructions and procedures and acknowledge that they are conditions
of my employment with Champion/Ensign/Tri-City Drilling. I am committed to following
these instructions and to following any work directions I receive on a specific work practice.
Should I be unfortunate, and suffer a physical injury while in the employ of Champion/
Ensign/Tri-City Drilling, I hereby authorise any attending physician(s), hospital, or clinic to
disclose to the medical representative of Champion/Ensign/Tri-City Drilling, any information in their possession regarding my physical condition or past medical record that may
be relevant to subsequent investigations or claims. I acknowledge that I may be required
to see a company medical representative for occupational illness or injury assessment.
The signing of this form is my permission for Champion/Ensign/Tri-City Drilling s medical
representative to obtain a sample of my urine for the purpose of screening for substance
abuse. The results of these tests will be disclosed only to the appropriate company
personnel staff in the ordinary course of business.
Employee Name: _____________________
(Please print)
Signature: __________________________

Date: ______________________________
WHITE OFFICE COPY

Witness: _____________________
(Rig Manager)
Orientation
Conducted by: _________________
(Please print)
Signature: __________________

YELLOW RIG MANAGER COPY

PINK EMPLOYEE COPY

EMPLOYEE ORIENTATION RIG TOUR CHECKLIST

Location: _______________________________________

Rig #: _______________

Employee: ______________________________________ Position: _______________

Rig Manager: ___________________________________
DOGHOUSE
1.1 ____ introduction to crew members
1.2 ____ location and explain proper use of
safety equipment (first aid kit,
eyewash stations, breathing
apparatus, fire extinguishers, no
smoking area)
1.3 ____ warning horn and its purpose
1.4 ____ handtools (use, condition,
cleanliness, storage)
RIG FLOOR
2.1 ____ explain tripping and running
casing (purpose and explain main
responsibilities
of
driller,
derrickhand, motorhand, and
floorhand)
2.2 ____ rotary table, kelly, and kelly hose
(purpose and hazards)
2.3 ____ area where new employee should,
or should not, stand and why
2.4 ____ drill pipe (handling and hazards)
2.5 ____ slips (purpose, lifting, and
placement)
2.6 ____ drill collars (purpose and hazards)
2.7 ____ spinning chain (purpose, left hand,
tailing, clothing hazards)
2.8 ____ tongs (handling, latching, setting,
jaw selection, hazards)
2.9 ____ elevators and bails (purpose and
hazards)
2.10 ____ cat head (purpose, emergency
stop, coil rope, hazards)
2.11 ____ drawworks and controls
2.12 ____ floor (hazards, slipperiness, exits)
2.13 ____ rathole and mousehole (covers,
pull back line)
2.14 ____ change over and pick up subs
(purpose and handling hazards)
2.15 ____ wireline reel and survey
instruments
2.16 ____ tugger lines and proper cable hook up
2.17 ____ stabbing valve, inside BOP, XO
subs (purpose and location)
DERRICK AND SUBSTRUCTURE
3.1 ____ explain derrick (purpose, hazards,
escape line, manlift, monkey
board, crown)
3.2 ____ explain why safety harness has to
be worn when 3 meters (10 ft.) or
more above rig floor
3.3 ____ explain sub (purpose, hazards,
stairs, v-door, exits gas collection
areas)
PIPE RACKS AND CATWALK
4.1 ____ handling drill pipe and collars
(describe procedure, hazards,
reason for thread protectors)
4.2 ____ tiering and end stops (proper
placement and purpose)

4.3
4.4

Date: _______________

____ transfer pipe between racks (sturdy

and secured)
____ catwalk (only 1 joint to be picked
up at any given time and proper
catline hook up)

MUD SYSTEM, TANKS, SHALE SHAKERS,

MUD PUMPS, HOPPERS, BOPs, ETC.
5.1 ____ mud tank system (explain valves
and gauges)
5.2 ____ shale shaker (explain function and
catching samples)
5.3 ____ degasser (function and hazards)
5.4 ____ caustic barrel (hazards, clothing,
procedure, safety goggles,
eyewash stations)
5.5 ____ low pressure pumps (describe
useable valves and hazards)
5.6 ____ desander and desilter (function)
5.7 ____ mud (purpose, storage, handling,
hazards, safety precautions)
5.8 ____ mud pumps (purpose, hazards pop valves, motors, belts, guards)
5.9 ____ pressure relief discharge lines
(location and hazards)
5.10 ____ general discussion on hoses,
pipes, and fluids under pressure
5.11 ____ BOP s and manifold (purpose and
hazards)
AUXILIARY FACILITIES
6.1 ____ accumulator (purpose and
emergency shutdown)
6.2 ____ change room (locker and housekeeping)
6.3 ____ light plant (high voltage, no water area)
6.4 ____ breakers and plugboards (purpose,
hazards, electrical procedures)
6.5 ____ tool house (location of tools, housekeeping, part bins, face shield, grinders)
6.6 ____ water and fuel tanks (location and
purpose)
6.7 ____ boiler (purpose, hazards - hot
steam pipes, heaters, horse play)
6.8 ____ engine room (hazards - exhausts,
air compressors, compounds)
6.9 ____ SCR rooms (if present, explain
reason for OFF LIMITS rules)
6.10 ____ open pits (sumps, cellar, ditches,
flare pits)
RIG MOVES
7.1 ____ describe procedures and hazards
CAMP
8.1 ____ explain rules (change at rig,
quietness, meal hours, cleanup,
alcohol and drug policies)
8.2 ____ fire procedures, fire extinguishers,
emergency exits, and alarms

I ____________________ hereby acknowledge that I have completed the

above rig tour and understand that I must have a thorough knowledge and
abide by the instructions and practices outlined to me.
________________

________________

________________

Rig Manager s Signature

Tour Conductor Signature

New Employee Signature

WHITE OFFICE COPY

YELLOW RIG MANAGER COPY

PINK EMPLOYEE COPY

Petroleum Industry Guiding Principles

For Worker Safety
We, the members of the petroleum industry, have a responsibility to protect
all workers engaged in its activities from personal injury and health hazards. To
meet our responsibility we will operate under the following guiding principles:
RESPONSIBILITY
The operating company, when acting as prime contractor, is responsible for
coordination and general supervision of all activities at the work site,
including activities carried out by contractors, sub-contractors, service
companies and suppliers. While all parties have a responsibility to promote
worker safety, the operating company recognizes its leadership role in
promoting worker health and safety on the basis that it has the greatest power
to influence work site situations. It is the responsibility of workers and
employers to refuse to perform unsafe work practices.

PRIORITY
Activities will be conducted on the basis that safety of all personnel is of vital
importance, whether those personnel are employed by an operating
company, a contractor, a service company or a supplier.

RECOGNITION
The process of selecting contractors, sub-contractors, service companies
and suppliers, and the administration of contracts, will include recognition
and support of good safety performance. Support and recognition based
on good safety performance will also be provided by all employers to
their employees.

IMPROVEMENT
The operating company, in cooperation with service companies within the
industry, will promote methods and practices that have potential for
improving safety performance.

GENERAL SAFETY RULES

1.

No alcohol or drugs at work or on Champion / Ensign or

Tri-City sites.

2.

Follow instructions; dont take chances.

If you dont know, ask.

3.

Report immediately any condition or practice you think

might cause injury to employees or damage equipment.

4.

Put everything you use back in its proper place. Disorder

causes injury and wastes time, energy, and material. Keep
your work area clean and orderly.

5.

Use the right tools and equipment for the job. Use them
correctly and safely.

6.

Whenever you, or the equipment you operate, is involved

in an accident, regardless of how minor, report it
immediately. Get first aid promptly and record the
treatment in the record book.

7.

Use, adjust, alter, and repair equipment only when

authorized.

8.

Wear approved personal protective equipment as directed

by your supervisor or signs. Keep shared protective
equipment clean and put back when finished.

9.

Dont horseplay and avoid distracting others.

10. When lifting: Bend your knees, grasp the load firmly, then
raise the load keeping your back as straight as possible.
Never twist with your body, turn by stepping. Always get
help for heavy loads.
11. Obey all rules, signs, and instructions. Lock out all
equipment before starting maintenance or repair.