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SandRidge Energy, Inc.
Environmental, Safety & Health Handbook
January 2012
SandRidge Energy, Inc. and Subsidiaries Environmental, Health and Safety Philosophy
SandRidge Energy, Inc. and Subsidiaries (Company) recognizes its responsibility to conduct its business lawfully, ethically, and in a socially responsible manner. In the areas where we operate, we are committed to:
• Acceptable long-term development of petroleum resourceswith operations that protect the health and safety ofemployees, contractors, and the public, and which arecompatiblewiththenaturalenvironment
• Prevention of accidents, injuries, illnesses, and casualtylosses through proper controls to protect worker health andsafety
• Preventionofpollution• Safety,healthandenvironmentalprioritiesinprojectplanning,
construction,andday-to-dayoperations• Appropriateandtimelyresponsetoemergencysituations• Continuousimprovementofworkprocesses
The prevention of accidents, respect for the environment andpromotion of safe and healthful working conditions at all the company’sworklocationsisalong-establishedcompanyphilosophy.Ourgreatestasset inmakingthephilosophyworkiswell-informed,well-trained,andhighlycommittedemployeesworkingtogetherinapositiveenvironmentdesignedtomeetorexceedregulatoryand/orvoluntaryindustrystandards.
The functional responsibility for safety of personnel, facilities, and the naturalenvironment,restswithsupervisorswithintheoperatingunit;however,EVERYONEhastheresponsibilitytoworksafelyandinanenvironmentallysoundmanner.
THESAFETYANDWELL-BEINGOFEMPLOYEES,CONTRACTORSANDTHE NATURAL ENVIRONMENT SHALL NEVER BE SACRIFICED FORPROFITOREXPEDIENCY.
Yourparticipationisrequiredtoachieveoursafetyandenvironmentalobjectives,ensureasafeworkingenvironment, reduceexposuretohazards,andensureaproductiveoperation.
EffectiveJanuary1,2009
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FOREWORD
Safety is a primary responsibility of all Company employees and contractors.Thishandbookprovidessafeworkpracticesintendedtoassist you in performing your work safely.
Thefollowingguidelinesarefromknowledgegainedinthepreventionofaccidentsandinjury.
Everyemployeeandcontractorhastheresponsibilitytoworksafelyandpreventaccidents.Thisisaccomplishedbyobservingestablishedworking rules, following thedirectionof supervisors,practicing theprinciplestaughtinsafetytraining,informingsupervisorsandotheremployeesofpotentialhazards,andbyrecognizingatriskbehaviorwhere safety may become compromised.
Competence and adherence to safety regulations will reduce exposure to accidents and injury. All employees and contractorsshould be aware of the safe work practices in this handbook, but this isnotanexclusivelistofallsafetyrulesandpractices.Alwaysaskasupervisororexperiencedemployeeifyouhavequestionsregardingsafety or safe work practices.
Allnearmissorsafetyincidentsmustbepromptlyreported.
The Company has established safe work practices, including procedures and training when appropriate, for this topic that will comply with OSHA regulations and good industry practices.Employees are required to complete all appropriate training andfollow all applicable procedures. The following is a sample of the safe work practices and rules with which employees and contractors must comply.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section1 GeneralSafeWorkPractices Page9Section2 OfficeSafeWorkPractices Page10 2.1 General Page10 2.2 FilingandStorage Page12 2.3 Hazards Page12Section3 FieldandPlantSafety Page14 3.1 GeneralSafetyWorkPractices Page15 3.2 PersonalProtectionEquipment Page17 3.2.1HeadProtection Page17 3.2.2FootProtection Page18 3.2.3EyeProtection Page18 3.2.4HandProtection Page20 3.2.5HearingConservation Page20 3.2.6RespiratoryProtection Page21 3.2.7FallPrevention&Protection Page22 3.3 FirePrevention&Protection Page23 3.4 EquipmentGuarding Page24 3.5 ElectricalSafety Page24 3.6 Handling&Storageof CompressedGasCylinders Page26 3.7 PressureHazards Page27 3.8 Ladders Page28 3.9 Scaffolds Page29 3.10 HandTools Page30 3.11 HandPowerTools Page32 3.12 MowingandEdging Page33 3.13 PoweredShopTools Page33 3.14 ChemicalHandling Page34 3.15 Miscellaneous Page35Section4 Transportation Page35 4.1 MotorVehicles Page35 4.2 Helicopters Page36 4.3 Boatsand Other MarineOperations Page38
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TABLE OF CONTENTS (cont.)
Section5 MaterialHandlingEquipment Page39 5.1 HeavyDutyCranes Page40 5.1.1GeneralSafeWorkPractices Page40 5.1.2PersonnelNets Page41 5.1.3RiggingoftheLoad Page42 5.2 SmallMobileCranes Page43 5.3 Forklifts&PalletStorage Page43 5.3.1General Page43 5.3.2Loading Page43 5.3.3Unloading Page44 5.3.4Operation Page44Section6 NaturalEnvironmentalHazards Page45 6.1 SevereWeather Page46 6.1.1Thunderstorms Page46 6.1.2Tornadoes Page46 6.1.3Hurricanes Page47 6.2 TemperatureExtremes Page47 6.3 Insects,Plants,Reptiles Page47Section7 SpecialOperations Page48 7.1 General Page48 7.2 Isolation of Energy Sources Page49 7.3 HotWork Page49 7.4 Sandblasting,Chipping, andSprayPainting Page50 7.5 ConfinedSpaceEntry Page50 7.6 HydrogenSulfide(H2S) Page51 7.7 RadiographicInspections Page52 7.8 Acidizing Page52 7.9 HydraulicFracturing Page52 7.10 Perforating Page53 7.11 HydrostaticTesting Page54 7.12 WellServicingandWorkovers Page54 7.13 Drilling Page55 7.14 NORM Page56 7.15 HAZCOM Page566
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1.0 GENERAL SAFE WORK PRACTICES
1.1 Obey all safe work practices, signs and instructions.Your first responsibility is to perform your job in a safemanner.Askquestionsifyouareunsurehowtoperforma
jobsafely.
1.2 Intoxicating liquor, alcoholic beverages, controlledsubstances,illegaldrugs,orammunitionandfirearmsarenot permitted on Company property at any time. Use ofillegal drugs, alcohol or prescription drugs that impair or interfere with your ability to work safely are strictly prohibited whether consumed before, during, or after working hours.
1.3 Do not allow a hazardous condition(s) to continue;correctthehazardifpossibleandreportittoasupervisorimmediately.
1.4 When working with others, protect yourself, and avoidactions that might cause problems for your fellow employee.
1.5 Whenyouarerelievedbyanotheremployee, informyourrelief of all operating conditions and potential hazards.
ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES, ILLEGAL DRUGS AND FIREARMS ARE NOT
ALLOWED ON COMPANY PROPERTY AT ANY TIME.
FIGURE 1
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1.6 Whenworkingaloneorinasmallgroupinisolatedareas,check in periodically by phone, radio or per the area supervisor’sdirections.
1.7 Youmustinformyoursupervisorifyouareonprescribedmedication that may affect your ability to perform your work.
1.8 Donotusemakeshiftdevicesormaketemporaryrepairsthat compromise the integrity of tools, equipment, orsafetydevices.
1.9 Perform an inspection of the work area before youundertake any job. Return the work area to safe, andorderlyconditionwhenthejobiscomplete.
1.10 Alwaysstopworkifhazardsareidentifiedoranunsafeactoccurs.
2.0 OFFICE SAFETY
2.1 GENERAL RULES
2.1.1Officeequipmentandfurnitureshallonlybeusedforitsdesignated purposes.
2.1.2 Walk,donotrun,intheofficebuilding.
2.1.3 Get help lifting ormovingobjects.Ask for assistance toliftobjectsbeyondyourcapacity.Alwaysuseproperliftingtechniques.
2.1.4 Always keep one hand free to hold the handrail whenascending or descending stairways.
SEEK ASSISTANCE WHEN LIFTING HEAVY OBJECTS
FIGURE 2
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2.1.5 Takeonlyonestepatatimeonstairways.
2.1.6 Do not attempt to carry bulky and heavy packages thatinterfere with your line of sight.
2.1.7 Opendoorsintoofficesandhallwayscarefully.
2.1.8 Avoidstandinginfrontofadoorthatopenstowardyou.
2.1.9 Approachblindcornerswithcaution.
2.1.10 Usealadderorstepstoolwhenreachingforitemsaboveyour head.
2.1.11 Neverusechairsofanykindinplaceofladder.
2.1.12 Employeesmustbefamiliarwiththeemergencyresponseplan for the building.
2.1.13 Familiarizeyourselfwiththeemergencyescaperoutesforyour building or location.
2.1.14 Knowthelocationofthenearestfireextinguisherandfirealarms.Neveruseelevatorsintheeventofafire.
2.1.15 Keepemergencycontactinformationreadilyavailable.
2.1.16 Knowthelocationoffirstaidkitsandemergencymedicalfacilities.
NEVER USE THE ELEVATORS IN CASE OF A FIRE
FIGURE 3
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2.2 FILING AND STORAGE
2.2.1 Avoidplacingcabinetsandfilessothatopendrawersblockpassageways.
2.2.2 Neverstackseparatetwo-drawerfilingcabinets.
2.2.3 Donotstackbookcasesorfilecabinetsontopoftablesordesks.
2.2.4 Arrangefilesinasinglecabinetsothelowerdrawersbeartheheaviestloadtoavoidtopplingwhenahigherdrawerisopened.
2.2.5 Always close a drawer before opening another in thecabinet.
2.2.6 Closefilingcabinetsanddeskdrawersimmediatelyafterremovingorreplacingmaterials.
2.3 HAZARDS
2.3.1 Smokingisonlyallowedintheexternaldesignatedarea.
2.3.2 Do not place unprotected unsecured extension cordsacross an aisle, passageway, or under carpet.
AVOID PLACING CABINETS AND FILES SO THAT OPEN DRAWERS
BLOCK PASSAGEWAYS
FIGURE 4
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2.3.3 Onlyappliances,electric cordsandplugs thatbearaULsealofapprovalshallbeused.
2.3.4 Placepapercutterbladesinthe“down”positionwiththesafety latch hooked when not in use.
2.3.5 Donotoperateelectricfansunlessguardsareinplace.
2.3.6 Electricalheatingdevicessuchasspaceheatersmustbeapprovedbyasupervisor.
2.3.7 Openflamedevicessuchascandlesandincenseburnersare strictly prohibited.
2.3.8 Report defective lighting fixtures, loose outlet plates,defective insulation on electric cords, other potentialelectricalhazards,andremovefromserviceimmediately.
2.3.9 Keep corridors, passageways, and fire exits clear at alltimes.
2.3.10 Workareasshouldbecleanandorderly.
2.3.11 Damagedfurnitureandfurnishingswhichpresentahazardshallbereportedandremovedfromservice.
2.3.12 Warped,crackedorbrokenchairmatscreateastumblinghazard and shall be reported, and replaced.
REPORT DEFECTIVE ELECTRICAL HAZARDS
FIGURE 5
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2.3.13 Securepicturesandwallhangingswithproperfasteners.
2.3.14 Removestapleswithastaplepulleranddisposeofusedstaples properly.
2.3.15 Passscissorshandlefirst,bladestogether,andstorethemproperly.Knives,utilitycutters,andboxknivesshallbeusedwithextremecaution.Alwayscutawayfromyourself.
2.3.16 Donotplacepointedobjectsuprightinacontainerorinapocket.
2.3.17 Useextremecautionwithpapershredders.Bewareofties,dangling jewelryand looseclothing.Standwith the“off”switchaccessible.Turnshredderoffaftereachuse.Neverforce paper into shredder. Remove jam from shredderwhen the power is turned off and unplugged.
2.3.18 Keepallflammablematerialsawayfrompotentialignitionsourcesand inapprovedcontainers. Thecontentsmustbe labeled for identification.Containersmustnotbe leftuncapped.
2.3.19 Donotuseaerosol sprays, cleaners,or insect repellentsnear ignition sources.
2.3.20 Dispose of pressurized containers according to labelinstructions.
2.3.21 Reportburned-outlightbulbsinexitsignspromptly.
2.3.22 Avoid touching the heated parts of copying machines,printersorotherelectronicdevices.
2.3.23 Neverstickametalobjectsuchasaletteropenerintoanofficemachine.
2.3.24 All chemicalsshouldbehandledper theMaterialSafetyDataSheet(MSDS).
3.0 FIELD AND PLANT SAFETY
3.1 SafeWorkPractices
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3.2 PersonalProtectiveEquipment •Head,Foot,Eye,Hand •HearingConservation •RespiratoryProtection •FallPrevention&ProtectionEquipment
3.3 FirePreventionandProtection
3.4 EquipmentGuarding
3.5 ElectricalSafety
3.6 HandlingandStorageofCompressedGasCylinders
3.7 PressureHazards
3.8 Ladders
3.9 Scaffolds
3.10 HandTools
3.11 HandheldPowerTools
3.12 MowingandEdging
3.13 PoweredShopTools
3.14 ChemicalHandling
3.15 Miscellaneous
3.1 GENERAL SAFE WORK PRACTICES
3.1.1 KnowyourroleasdescribedintheEmergencyResponseProcedures, Station Bill or Response Plan for yourlocation.
3.1.2 Perform an inspection of the entire work area beforebeginninga job.Return theworkarea toa safe, orderlyconditionwhenthejobiscomplete.
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3.1.3 Whenworkingas a group; protect not only yourself, butavoid action that might cause problems for your fellowemployeesorcontractors.Assign/requestanemployeeorcontractor to coordinate the work if necessary.
3.1.4 Horseplay or practical jokes are strictly prohibited onCompany premises and on Company time.
3.1.5 Smokeonlyindesignatedorapprovedareas.
3.1.6 Usethecorrecttoolforthejob,andinthepropermannerfor which they are designed.
3.1.7 Wearappropriateclothingforthetask.
3.1.8 Do not wear loose, dangling or exposed jewelry whileworkingaroundmovingorrotatingequipment,performingelectrical work or in other hazardous areas.
3.1.9 Whenshiftiscomplete,youmustinformyourreliefofalloperating conditions and potential hazards.
3.1.10 Protect,bybarricadingorrailing,everyopeninginfloors,holes in the ground, or pits into which a person may accidentally step by barricading or railing. Constantly attend if opening cannot be protected otherwise.
3.1.11 Requestassistanceforheavyloads.
3.1.12 Neverviolatearegulatoryruleonasafetydevice.
3.1.13 Reportallsafetydevicemalfunctionstoyoursupervisorassoonaspossibleandtagthedeviceimmediatelytowarnrelief and other personnel of the hazard.
3.1.14 Beforeplacingequipmentback intoservice,ensure thatallassociatedguardsandsafetydevicesareinplaceandoperational.
3.1.15 Do not usemakeshift devices or temporary repairs thatcompromise safety.
3.1.16 When on a business trip, become familiar with allemergency procedures and escape routes at the work location and at the hotel or motel.
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3.1.17 When walkways and steps are provided, they must beused.Donottakeshortcuts.
3.1.18 Secureandflaghosesandelectricalcordswhenevertheyarelaidacrosswalkways.Neverlayhosesandcordsacrossstairways that create a trip hazard.
3.1.19 Usecautiononicywalkwaysandworkingsurfaces.Keephands free and out of pockets.
3.1.20 Whenusingmaterialhandlingequipment,alwaysinspecttheareaandrouteoftravelandremovetrippinghazards.Makesurethatclearancesareadequate.
3.1.21 Beards or long hairstyles can constitute a hazard whennear moving machinery or rotating tools and are notpermitted.
3.1.22 Ensure new employees, contractors, and visitors receiveEH&Sorientationforthefacility.
3.1.23 Walk,donotrunatyourworkplace.
3.2 PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
3.2.1 Head Protection
3.2.1.1 Allemployees,contractpersonnel,andvisitorsmustwearAmerican National Standards Institute (ANSI) standardhardhatsatfieldandplantlocations.Requiredanytimeoutside auto, crew quarters, building, or designatedpassageway.
ALL EMPLOYEES MUST WEAR SAFETY HATS IN DESIGNATED AREAS
FIGURE 617
3.2.1.2 HardHatsmay not be painted in anymanner. Stickersshould be kept to a minimum.
3.2.1.3 Hairstylesthatmakeitimpossibleforapersontoproperlywear a Hard Hat are not permitted.
3.2.2 Foot Protection
Allemployees,contractpersonnel,andvisitorsmustwearANSIStandardsafetysteel-toedfootwearinfieldandplantlocations.
3.2.3 Eye Protection
3.2.3.1 Allemployees,contractpersonnel,andvisitorsmustwearANSI standard eye protection as required for the worklocation.
FOOT PROTECTION
SAFETY TOE -YOU MUST WEAR APPROVED SAFETY FOOTWEAR IN DESIGNATED AREAS
FIGURE 7
EYE PROTECTION
GLASSES GOGGLES
FIGURE 818
3.2.3.2 Wear approved eye and face protection, including faceshields and goggles during inspection, grinding, chipping, buffing, pneumatic tool operation, chemical handling,cutting or any other operations where particles may cause aneyeinjury.
3.2.3.3 Splash proof chemical goggles must be worn whenhazardous chemical liquids, powders, or vapors arebeing handled. For handling chemicals, full face shieldand goggles must be worn. Refer to MSDS for properprotection.
3.2.3.4 Suitable goggles must be worn when inspecting tubingunder pressure.
3.2.3.5 Welders must wear an approved shaded lens duringwelding operations.
3.2.3.6 Welder’s helpers shall wear goggles, safety glasses,and side shields when chipping, and must wear the propershadelenswhenthereisapossibilityofreceivingultravioleteyeburn.
3.2.3.7 Face shields shall bewornwhile inspecting and lightingfiredequipment.
WELDING HELMET
FIGURE 9
FACE SHIELD
FIGURE 10 19
3.2.3.8 Gogglesandfaceshieldshallbewornwhendusthazardexist.
3.2.3.9 Replaceworn,scratched,cracked,deeplypitted,orbrokeneye wear.
3.2.4 Hand Protection
3.2.4.1 Appropriateglovesaswellasapronsmustbewornwhenacids, bases or other chemicals are handled. Refer to MSDSforproperglovetype.
3.2.4.2 Leather gloves shall be worn when wire rope is beinghandled.
3.2.4.3 Ataminimum,canvasorclothglovesmustbewornwhenhandling pipe.
3.2.4.4 Insulated or heat-resistant gloves must be worn whenregular work gloves cannot adequately protect againstburns.
3.2.5 Hearing Conservation
3.2.5.1 Approvedhearingprotectionmustbewornindesignatedhigh noise areas.
HAND PROTECTION
APPROPRIATE GLOVES MUST BE WORN WHEN ACIDS, CAUSTIC SODA,
AND SODA ASH ARE HANDLED
FIGURE 11
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3.2.5.2 Hearingprotectionmustalsobeworn inunpostedareaswherethereisapotentialfortemporaryexcessivenoise.
3.2.6 Respiratory Protection
3.2.6.1 A respiratorymedical questionnairemust be completedandapproved.Fittestingmustbecompletedandpassedwith approved respiratory equipment that is suitable forthehazardexpected.
3.2.6.2 Respiratory equipment includes filter masks, cartridge,SelfContainedBreathingApparatus(SCBA)andsuppliedair systems.
3.2.6.3 Inspect respiratorequipmentbeforeandaftereachuse.Alwayscheckforcorrectfitandpropersealbeforeuse.
HEARING PROTECTION
“ASK YOUR SUPERVISOR”
FIGURE 12
RESPIRATORY EQUIPMENT INHALATION VALVE
CARTRIDGE EXHALATION VALVE
FIGURE 13
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3.2.6.4 Cleanrespiratoryequipmentafteruseandstoretoprotectagainst dust, sunlight, heat, extreme cold, excessivemoisture or damaging chemicals.
3.2.6.5 Facialhair interferingwithsealingsurfacesisprohibited.Beardsandexcessivesideburnsareprohibited.
3.2.6.6 Do not attempt to repair respiratory equipment unlessauthorized to do so.
3.2.6.7 SCBAorsuppliedairsystemwithfullfacemaskmustbeused inallareaswhereunknownconcentrationsof toxicgasesmaybepresent,wheredangerouslevelsareknowntobepresent,orwhereoxygendeficientatmospheresmayexist.
3.2.7 Fall Prevention and Protection
3.2.7.1 Approved fall preventionequipmentmustbewornwhileworking at heights of four (4) feet or more.
3.2.7.2 Inspectsafetyharnesses,lanyards,andlifelinescarefullybefore each use and replace when necessary.
FULL FACE MASK WITH SUPPLIED AIR SYSTEM
FIGURE 14
FALL PROTECTION EQUIPMENT
LANYARD HOOK WITH SAFETY LATCH BODY HARNESS
FIGURE 1522
3.2.7.3 Anapprovedclimbingdevicemustbewornwhenclimbinguncagedladdersmorethan20feethighorwhenclimbinganyladdermorethan30feethigh.
3.3 FIRE PREVENTION AND PROTECTION
3.3.1 Upon discovering fire, sound the fire alarm immediatelyandannouncethelocationofthefire.
3.3.2 Understandandrecognizethefirealarmsignalandknowwhat to do when it sounds.
3.3.3 Know the locationof thefirefightingequipmentandbefamiliarwiththefirereportingsystemprocedures.
3.3.4 Donotmovefirefightingequipmentfromitsdesignatedlocation.
3.3.5 Donotblockaccesstothefirefightingequipment.
3.3.6 Keep the areas inside and on firewalls, around tanks,buildings and wells free from weeds and trash.
3.3.7 Followinstructionswhenlightingfiredvessels.
3.3.8 Keepironsulfideorhydrogensulfidescalewetuntilproperdisposal can be arranged.
3.3.9 WhenhighAPI gravity, high vapor pressurehydrocarbonliquids,suchascondensates,gasolineandcrudeoilsaredrawn into a container, a metal container must be used and the container must be properly bonded and grounded. HighAPIgravity,highvaporpressurehydrocarbonliquidsmust not be drawn into plastic or rubber containers.
3.3.10 Use only approved containers to store or transportflammableliquids.
3.3.11 GasolineisprohibitedonoffshoreplatformsexceptwhereapprovedbytheEH&SDepartmentandVicePresidentofOperations.
3.3.12 Neverhandlegasolineinopencontainers.
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3.3.13 Never use an open flame to test for the presence of aflammableorcombustiblegas.Alwaysuseacombustiblegasdetector/indicator.
3.3.14 Inareaswithpotentialcombustiblegas,useacombustiblegasdetector/indicatortotestthepresenceofgasbeforeyou use equipment capable of producing an ignitionsource.
3.3.15 FlameRetardantClothing(FRC)mayberequiredatsomeCompany locations. Company management will inform personneloftherequirementspriortoinitiatingwork.
3.4 EQUIPMENT GUARDING
3.4.1 Equipment with missing, broken or improperly installedguards shall not be operated. Report these conditions to yoursupervisorimmediately.
3.4.2 All equipment guards must be properly installed afterrepair or maintenance.
3.4.3 Neverattempt to lubricatemovingmachinery that isnotequippedwithpropergreaseandlubricationfittings.
3.4.4 Guardsshallneverberenderedineffective.
3.5 ELECTRICAL SAFETY
3.5.1 Become familiar with and adhere to lockout/tagoutpolicies.
3.5.2 Whenoperatingelectricalequipment,proceedaccordingto instructions. If equipment fails to operate properly,consult an electrician.
3.5.3 Only qualifiedpersonnel shallmake repairs to electricalequipment.
3.5.4 Reportunsafeappliances,lines,andelectricalapparatusimmediatelytotheelectricianorsupervisor,andremovefromservice.
3.5.5 Whenworkingonelectricalequipment,thepowermustbeturnedoff,equipment lockedandtagged,andtestedforstored energy before you begin work.
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3.5.6 Useapprovedinsulatedtoolsandprotectivedeviceswhenworkingonelectricalequipment.
3.5.7 Periodically inspect and clean insulated tools andequipment.Whensafeconditionisindoubt,testthetoolsandequipment.
3.5.8 Ground all electrical tools and equipment before use.Doubleinsulatedtoolsarenotrequiredtobegrounded.
3.5.9 When operating electrical panels containing open typeswitches,standonapprovedmats. Electrical toolsmustbe rated for the environment in which operations willoccur.(ClassI,Division1andDivision2)
3.5.10 Donottouchorhandleenergizedelectricalcircuits.
3.5.11 Do not operate electrical equipment while wearing wetshoesordampclothing.Keephandsdry.
3.5.12 Rings,watches,bracelets,metaleyeglassframesorothermetal items are prohibited when working with electrical equipment.
3.5.13 Verifyswitchesorcircuitbreakershavenocurrentorareproperlygroundedwithavolt/ohmmeterbeforeworkingonelectricalequipment.
3.5.14 Operate electricalmotorswith the Off/On switch. Neveruse the main disconnect switch for stopping a motor exceptinanemergency.
ELECTRICAL PANEL
HIGH VOLTAGE SWITCHBOARD MATTING
FIGURE 16
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3.5.15 Allportablehandlightsusedinhazardouslocationsmustberatedforhazardousservice.
3.5.16 Neverwrapanextensioncordaroundthebody.
3.5.17 Donotremovegroundprongsfromextensioncords.
3.5.18 Neverpatchextensioncordswithelectricaltape.
3.5.19 Extensioncordsshallbeprotectedagainstcontactwithhotoil, hot surfaces and chemicals.
3.5.20 Bridgingorcircumventingnormaloperationoffusesandcircuit breakers is prohibited.
3.5.21 Replace blown fuses with fuses having the appropriateamperage rating.
3.5.22 Useafusepullerandinsulatedglovestoremoveorreplacefuses.
3.5.23 Neverusewaterorsteamtowashanyareanearelectricmotorsorotherelectricalequipment.
3.6 HANDLING AND STORAGE OF COMPRESSED GAS CYLINDERS
3.6.1 Physically damaged or deteriorated compressed gascylinders shall not be accepted or used.
3.6.2 Onlythosecylindersthathavebeenhydrostaticallytestedwithin the prescribed time period shall be used.
COMPRESSED GAS CYLINDERS VALVE CAPS
FIGURE 17
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3.6.3 Handleallcylindersasiftheyarefull.
3.6.4 Storeallcylinders indesignatedareas.Segregateemptycylinders as soon as possible.
3.6.5 Keepcylinderssecuredinastandingposition.
3.6.6 Dispensethegasonlythroughapressureregulator.
3.6.7 Do not use cylinders as awork bench or hammer uponthem.
3.6.8 Neveruseyourhandtolocateasuspectedleak.
3.6.9 Ensurecylindersaresecuredwithcapsorvalveguardsinplace during storage, handling or transporting.
3.6.10 Close all valves on cylinders before moving. Replaceprotectivevalvecapbeforeshipping.
3.7 PRESSURE HAZARDS
3.7.1 Become familiar with, and adhere to, lockout/tagoutpolicies.
3.7.2 TestallPressureSafetyValves(PSV)perregulatoryrulesorCompany guidelines.
3.7.3 Securepressurerelieflines.Installlinesinastraightlinewhere possible so that rotating force will not be generated whenareliefvalveopens.
3.7.4 Remove bungs from barrels or drums carefully to avoidinjuryfrompressurebuild-upinsidethebarrel.
3.7.5 Reportallleaksordamageimmediately.
3.7.6 Reportabnormalreplacementfrequencyofvalves,fittings,orotherequipment.
3.7.7 ReportcorrosiontolinesandequipmenttoasupervisororCompanyrepresentative.
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3.8 LADDERS
3.8.1 Checktheconditionofaladderbeforeuse.
3.8.2 Donotusebrokenordamagedladders.
3.8.3 Removedamaged ladders fromserviceand tag“DoNotUse.”
3.8.4 Use only approved portable ladders. Do not use metalladdersincloseproximitytoelectricalhazards.
3.8.5 Useportableladdersequippedwithanti-skidbases.
3.8.6 Secure a straight ladder mechanically or have anotherperson hold the ladder so that it cannot slip or fall. Secure straight ladders at the top.
3.8.7 Whenascendingordescendinga ladder face the ladderandhavefreeuseofbothhands.
3.8.8 Holdthesiderailsratherthantherungsofaladderwhenclimbing up or down.
3.8.9 Onlyonepersonshallbeonaportableladderatanytime.
3.8.10 Use a tool belt or pouch for holding small tools whenworking on a ladder.
3.8.11 Alwaysuseahandlinetoraiseorlowerobjects.
3.8.12 Neverleanfromaladdertoreachwork.Movetheladder.
PORTABLE LADDER
EQUIPPED WITH SAFTEY FEET
FIGURE 18
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3.8.13 Set straight ladders with the base approximately one-fourth (1/4) of the working length of the ladder fromvertical.
3.8.14 Do not splice short ladders together to make a longerladder.
3.8.15 Neverplaceladdersinfrontofdoors.
3.9 SCAFFOLDS
3.9.1 Useonlyapprovedscaffolds.Donotusebarrels,boxes,orother makeshift substitutes for scaffolding.
3.9.2 Assuretheweightthat isplacedonthescaffoldingdoesnotexceedthedesignedcapacity.
3.9.3 Assure that scaffolds are secured to supports at appropriateintervals.
3.9.4 Guard rails, midrails, and toeboards are required on allsides and ends of scaffolds and platforms 4 feet or more in height.
3.9.5 Inspectscaffoldplanksbeforeuse.Removeand replacedamaged scaffold planks immediately.
3.9.6 Scaffoldwalkwayplanksmustbeatleastscaffoldgrade2’X10’,fullthicknesslumber,orequivalent.
1/4 OF A LADDER
FIGURE 19
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3.9.7 Scaffoldplanksmustbecleanedandmustextendovertheendsupportsatleast6”,butnotmorethan12”.
3.9.8 Scaffoldsshallbeatleasttwoplankswide.
3.9.9 Scaffoldsandscaffoldladdersshallbesecurelyattachedat the top and bottom.
3.9.10 Do not throw tools and equipment from one level toanother.
3.10 HAND TOOLS
3.10.1 Keeptoolsinanorderlyfashiononthetoolbenchorinthetool chest so that they may be easily found when needed.
3.10.2 Inspectallhandtoolsbeforeuse.Donotusedamagedorbroken tools.
3.10.3 Beforestartingequipment,besurealltoolsarepickedup.Neverleavetoolslyingonmovingmachinery.
SCAFFOLD TOEBOARDS GUARDRAILS 1” X 6” MIDRAILS
2” X 10” LUMBER THICKNESS CLEATED PLANKS LOAD DISTRIBUTION PLATES
FIGURE 20
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3.10.4 Replacedullcuttingtoolsassoonaspossible.
3.10.5 Placecrowbars,chaintongs,pipecutters,andsimilartoolsin the proper racks.
3.10.6 Whenusingwrenches,maintainproperposition.
3.10.7 Whenapplyingforcetoawrench,pull,donotpushwrench.
3.10.8 Neveruseawrenchwithanothertooltoincreaseleverage.
3.10.9 Adjustablewrenchesshallbesettotakeafullsnuggrip on the pipe or nut. The pull shall be made toward the hook jaw of the wrench to tighten the grip and avoid undue strain on the tool.
3.10.10 Never step or jump on wrenches or tongs to createadditional force.
3.10.11 When two employees are using hammer tools, theemployee holding the tool being struck shall use a tool holder or rope to maintain tension on the wrench.
3.10.12 Removejackhandleswhenjacksarenotinuse.
3.10.13 Check thehandlesofhammers,mauls,axes,picks,andsimilar tools to ensure handles are securely wedged into the heads and are in good condition.
GAP HOOK JAW
HEEL JAW
FIGURE 21
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3.10.14 Donotusefileswithouthandles.
3.10.15 Donotpaintortapewoodenhandles.
3.10.16 Keepchisels,sledgehammersandotherimpacttoolsfreeof“mushrooming”bydressingtheheadsurfacewithafileor grinder.
3.10.17 Neveruseascrewdriverasaprytool,driftpunch,orchisel.
3.10.18 Neverhitahammerwithanotherhammer.
3.10.19 Approvedhandleextensionsmustnotbelongerthan1-1/2times the length of the wrench handle.
3.11 HAND POWER TOOLS
3.11.1 Inspect all power tools before use. All power toolsmusthaveproperguardsinplaceatalltimes.
CHECK WEDGES
GRIND OR FILE MUSHROOMED FACE
FIGURE 22
NEVER USE A SCREWDRIVER AS A PRY TOOL, DRIFT PUNCH, OR CHISEL
FIGURE 23
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3.11.2 Do not use powered tools or equipment that are worn,deteriorated,orhavedamagedinsulation.Tagandremovethetoolsfromservice.
3.11.3 Ensurethesourceofairsupplypressurecannotexceedtheworking pressure of the tool per manufacturer’s rating.
3.11.4 Donotusepowertoolsiflockingdevicesmustberemovedor disconnected.
3.11.5 Electrical tools must be double insulated or properlygrounded.
3.11.6 Useproperwashersonallgrinders,sanders,andpolishers.
3.11.7 Never install grinding wheels on equipment havingmaximumspeedgreaterthanwheel’srating.
3.12 MOWING AND EDGING
3.12.1 Beforemowingoredging,carefully inspect theareaandremoveallwire, rocks,glass,orotherobjects thatcouldbecome airborne if struck by the blade.
3.12.2 Disconnect the spark plug wire before inspecting orrepairing the mower blade.
3.12.3 Inspectequipmentfor loosepartsanddefectiveor looseguards before starting the mower.
3.12.4 Steel-toedfootwear,eyeandearprotectionshallbewornwhen operating a rotary power mower or edger.
3.12.5 Donotallowpersonneltoremainintheimmediatevicinityof mowing or edging operations.
3.12.6 Donotfueltheenginewhilerunning.Allowenginetocoolbefore refueling.
3.13 POWERED SHOP TOOLS
3.13.1 Allpoweredshoptoolsmustbeproperlysecuredtoaworksurface or stand.
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3.13.2 Ensure power switch is in the off position prior to connecting with power source.
3.13.3 Benchgrindersshallhaveprotectiveshields,guards,andtool rests installed. Shields, guards, and tool rests shall be adjustedinaccordancetoOSHAregulations.
3.13.4 Abenchgrindertoolrestshallbeadjustedtoaclearanceofnomorethan1/8inch.
3.13.5 Whenstartingabenchgrinder,standtoonesideuntilfulloperatingspeedisachieved.
3.13.6 Removechuckkeybeforeoperatingdrillpress.
3.13.7 Secureallworkpiecesandkeephandsclearwhenusingadrill press.
3.14 CHEMICAL HANDLING
3.14.1 ReviewthelocationoftheareaorfacilityMSDSbinder.
3.14.2 DonothandlechemicalspriortoreviewingMSDS.
3.14.3 Review locationofeyewashstationsandsafety showersbefore handling chemicals.
BENCH GRINDER TOOL UPPER BUFFING RESTS GUARDS WHEEL
GUARD GRINDING PROTECTIVE WHEEL SHIELDS
FIGURE 24
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3.14.4 Washhandswithapprovedcleaners.
3.14.5 When working with chemicals always wear approvedpersonalprotectiveequipmentasrequiredbytheMSDS.
3.15 MISCELLANEOUS
3.15.1 Donotuseanairhosetoblowparticlesoffclothing,hair,or skin. If air pressure is being used to clean an area, the usermustwearprotectivegogglesandtheairhosemustbe equippedwith a pressure regulator to reduce the airpressuretolessthan30psi.
3.15.2 Mops or other potentially flammable itemsmust not beplaced near engine exhausts or other hot surfaces fordrying.
4.0 TRANSPORTATION
4.1 MotorVehicles
4.2 Helicopters
4.3 BoatsandOtherMarineOperations
4.1 MOTOR VEHICLES
FACE WASH SAFETY SHOWER
EYE WASH
FIGURE 25
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4.1.1 OperatorsofCompanyvehiclesmusthaveacurrent,validdriver’slicenseandcomplywithdesignatedrestrictions.
4.1.2 Alldriversmustpracticetheconceptofdefensivedriving.Adefensivedriverisonewhodrivestopreventaccidentsinspiteofincorrectactionsofothersoradverseconditions.
4.1.3 DriversofCompanymotorvehiclesshallbefamiliarwithandabidebystate,federal,andlocaltrafficregulations.
4.1.4 Seat belts and shoulder restraints must be worn by alloccupantsofCompanyvehiclesandpersonalcarsusedonCompany business.
4.1.5 Seatbelts,shoulderrestraintstraps,buzzersandinterlocksystems shall not be disconnected or bypassed.
4.1.6 Drivers shall reduce speed accordingly when confrontedwithunfavorableroadorweatherconditions.
4.1.7 Driversshallnotpickuphitchhikers.
4.1.8 Personnelshallnotgeton,off,inoroutofavehiclewhileitis in motion or ride on the running board, fenders, or other areasofthevehiclenotdesignatedforpassengers.
4.1.9 All drivers must look around the vehicle for potentialhazards before entering and placing it in motion. If the driver does not have clear visibility, a spotter should beobtainedtoensureanunobstructedview.
4.1.10 Nevercrawlunderavehicleraisedbyabumperjackoranyothersupportthatcouldfailandallowthevehicletofall.
4.1.11 Beforedrivingavehicle,clearallwindowsoffrost,ice,ordew.
4.1.12 Aerosol containers, including engine starting fluids anddeicersmustnotbeexposedtoheat.Aerosolcontainersshouldnotbecarried in thesamecompartmentas two-way radio transmitters. In addition, engine starting fluidmust not be carried inside the passenger compartment.
4.2 HELICOPTERS
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4.2.1 Donotapproachahelicopterunlessdirectedtodosobythepilotorlandingofficer.
4.2.2 Observe the path of the rotor blades while turning andkeep well under them
4.2.3 Carry long objects horizontally to avoid contactwith therotor blades.
4.2.4 Seatbeltsmustbewornatalltimes.
4.2.5 Lifepreserversmustbewornwhileoverwater.
4.2.6 Do not approach the tail rotor or cross under the tailboom.
4.2.7 Donotexituntilthepilotindicatesitissafetodoso.
4.2.8 Donotdistractthepilot.
DANGER
CAUTION DANGER
FIGURE 26
INFLATABLE LIFE JACKET
FOR USE IN HELICOPTERS FOR FLIGHTS OVER WATER
FIGURE 27
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4.2.9 Do not leave loose objects near helicopter or landingarea.
4.2.10 Donotliftobjectsabovethewaistwhileunderrotors.
4.2.11 Donothurry.
4.2.12 Holdhardhatsandotherlooseobjectswhenapproachinghelicopter.
4.2.13 Do not place items in the luggage compartment unlessapprovedbythepilot,orthelandingofficer.
4.2.14 Donotsteponfloatswhenentering/exitingthehelicopteror when loading and unloading luggage and cargo.
4.2.15 Followthepilot’sinstructionsatalltimes.
4.2.16 SmokingisprohibitedonallSandRidgeflights.
4.2.17 Approvedhearingprotectionshallbewornduringhelicopterflights.
4.2.18 Donotthrowobjectsfromthehelicopteratanytime.
4.2.19 Onlyqualifiedpersonnelshallfuelhelicopters.
4.2.20 First timefliers (first timeflyerornewship)mustreviewsafety orientation and be briefed by the pilot.
4.3 BOATS AND OTHER MARINE OPERATIONS
4.3.1 Atmarineterminals,donotboardtheboatuntilinstructedto do so by the dispatcher.
4.3.2 Follow the captain’s instructions, as he is in completecharge of the boat, its passengers, and cargo.
4.3.3 Boat passengers must remain inside the cabin unlessauthorized by the captain for a specific reason such asloading or unloading cargo or passengers.
4.3.4 Donotremovepersonalflotationdevicesfromdesignatedstowage areas unless for an emergency.
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4.3.5 Onlyauthorizedpersonsshalloperatemarinevessels.
4.3.6 Inspectswingropesbeforeeachuse.
4.3.7 Wear an approved life preserver or work vest whiletransferring from platform to boat, boat to platform, or transferring cargo.
4.3.8 Transferwhenthevesselisatthepeakofwavenotwhenthevesselisinthewavetrough(byswingrope).
4.3.9 First timepersonnelnetusers shallbe trainedvia videoand/orCompanyrepresentative.
4.3.10 Cranetransferofpersonneltoandfromboatsshallbebyapprovedpersonnelnetsonly.
4.3.11 Onlylightpersonalluggageshallbepermittedinsidethepersonnel net during transfer.
4.3.12 Alwaysridethepersonnelnetstandingontheouterrimofthe net facing inward. Hold on with both hands.
4.3.13 Donotgetoffthepersonnelnetuntilitissettledfirmlyonthe deck of the boat or platform.
4.3.14 Onlypersonnelwhowill ride theneton thenext tripareallowed on deck in the net landing area during transfer operations.
5.0 MATERIAL HANDLING EQUIPMENT
5.1 HeavyDutyCranes
5.1.1 GeneralRules 5.1.2 PersonnelNets
5.1.3 RiggingoftheLoad
5.2 SmallMobileCranes
5.3 ForkliftsandPalletStorage
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5.3.2 Loading
5.3.3 Unloading
5.3.4 Operation
5.1 HEAVY DUTY CRANES
5.1.1 General Safe Work Practices
5.1.1.1 Crane operator must conduct pre-use and daily visualinspections before crane is used and report defects immediatelytotheperson-in-charge(PIC).
5.1.1.2 Craneoperatorsshallnotoperatecraneunlessemergencyshutdowndevicesareoperable.
5.1.1.3 Ifacraneoperatorconsidersaloadunsafetolift,heshallrefuse to make such a lift and report this immediately to hissupervisor.
5.1.1.4 The crane operator will not operate the crane untilall personnel have been instructed of the work to beperformed.
5.1.1.5 The crane operator shall designate a qualified signalperson.
5.1.1.6 Cranesshallnotbeoperatedbeyondtheirratedcapacity.
5.1.1.7 Visually inspect hooks on hoisting equipment for cracksbefore using.
5.1.1.8 Allhooksshallhaveanoperablesafetyclosingorlatchingdeviceingoodconditionbeforeuse.
5.1.1.9 Onlycertifiedwireropeslingswithmanufacturedswedgesshallbeused.Theratedmaximumloadcapacityshallbestamped on the swedge by the manufacturer.
5.1.1.10 Inspect slings, fittings and shackles prior to each use.Those not fit for service shall be set aside for repair orreplacement. Soft line shall not be used in place of wire rope slings.
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5.1.1.11 Neverworkundersuspendedloadsandkeepclearofthemat all times.
5.1.1.12 There shall be at aminimum three wraps of cable lefton the cable drum during material or personnel transfer operations.
5.1.1.13 Allsignalsshallbegivenbythesignalperson.Theoperatorshallobeyanyemergencystopsignalgiven.
5.1.1.14 Personnelshallnotrideonloadsorhookssuspendedfroma crane.
5.1.1.15 “Tag-lines”shallbeusedandshallbefreeofknots.
5.1.1.16 Offshorecraneoperatorsmustbecertified.
5.1.1.17 The crane operator shall determine if weather or seaconditions allow a safe lift to be completed.
5.1.1.18 Horseplayinorwiththecranewillnotbetolerated.
5.1.1.19 Whentransferringmaterialfromacargoboatorbargetoadockoroffshoreplatformyoumustwearalifejacketatall times. (Rigging Crew)
5.1.2 Personnel Nets
5.1.2.1 Onlyqualifiedcraneoperatorsshallmakepersonnellifts.
5.1.2.2 Personnelnetsshallnotbeusedwithoutafunctionalnetstabilizer and tag line.
5.1.2.3 Donotexceedthemanufacturer’srecommendationsforthenumber of persons allowed to ride the personnel net at one time.
5.1.2.4 When transferring personnel from vessel to platform orvice-versathecraneoperatorshall:
•Raisepersonnelnettosufficientheightabovedeck •Clearlyswingthenetoverthewater •Raisethenetstraightup •Swingtheloadednetoverthelandingarea •Lowernettodeck
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5.1.2.5 Onlylightpersonnelluggageshallbepermittedinsidethepersonnel net when personnel are transferred.
5.1.2.6 Neveruseapersonnelnetasacargobasket.
5.1.2.7 Crane operator will ensure deck of vessel is clear ofmaterialsandthereissufficientroomtolandthenet.
5.1.2.8 Craneoperatorshallnottransferemployeesbypersonnelnet unless a deckhand is to assist in loading.
5.1.3 Rigging of the Load
5.1.3.1 Sling angles shall not be less than 30 degrees fromhorizontal.
5.1.3.2 Wire ropeclipsattachedwithU-bolts (Crosbyclips) shallhave the U-bolts on the dead or short end of the rope.Whenanewlyinstalledropehasbeeninuseforonehour,all nuts on the clip bolts shall be tightened.
5.1.3.3 Lubricatewire ropes,slings,andchainsaccordingto themanufacturer’s recommendations.
5.1.3.4 Slings,wireropesandchainsshallnotbeusedifexcesswear, damage, broken wires, bending or kinking occurs.
5.1.3.5 Shacklesshallbeusedwithallpad-eyes.
5.1.3.6 Fiberropeor“softline”willbeusedfor“tag”linesonly.
5.1.3.7 Protectslingsandwireropebypaddingwhereitisfastenedordrawnoversharporroughsurfaces.
5.1.3.8 Knotsorkinksarenotpermittedinwirerope.
5.1.3.9 Slingsshallneverbechokedinthesplice.
5.1.3.10 Hookopeningsshallbeturnedoutwardonhookslings.
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5.2 SMALL MOBILE CRANES
Whennotinuse,autocranesandhoistsmusthaveswiveland lifting arm secured.
5.3 FORKLIFTS AND PALLET STORAGE
5.3.1 General
5.3.1.1 Operatormust bequalifiedand familiarwith the forkliftprior to use.
5.3.1.2 Forklifts shall be visually inspected daily for conditionsadverselyaffectingthesafetyofthevehicle.Iftheforkliftis used by multiple shifts, it should be inspected after each shift.
5.3.1.3 Eachforkliftshallcarryanameplateshowing itsweightand rated capacity.
5.3.1.4 Eachforkliftshallhaveahornorotherwarningdeviceloudenough tobeheardabove the localnoise. Thehornwillbe soundedwhenenteringorexitingabuildingorwhenapproaching blind corners.
5.3.2 Loading
5.3.2.1 Neveroverloadtheforklift.
5.3.2.2 Materialmustbeplacedsecurelyonthepalletatalltimes.Roundobjectssuchaspipeordrumsmustbeblockedorsecuredtopreventroll.
SAFETY CLIPS SLING HOOKS
LOAD
FIGURE 28
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5.3.2.3 Redflaggingmustbeplacedonmaterialthatprojectsoverthe side of the pallet.
5.3.2.4 Beforelifting,besurethattheloadisstableandproperlybalanced.
5.3.3 Unloading
5.3.3.1 Alwayslowertheloadslowly;asuddenstopmaycausetheforklift to tilt forward.
5.3.3.2 Besurestackedmaterialsarenottopheavy.Whenplacingor picking up pallets, do not unbalance the stack.
5.3.3.3 Neverstackmaterialinroadwaysoraisles.
5.3.3.4 Employeesotherthantheoperatormuststandclearoftheforkliftwhileitisbeingusedtostackorremovematerial.
5.3.3.5 Donotloadmaterialtoohighforsafeliftingandhandling.
5.3.4 Operation
5.3.4.1 Theoperatormustnotpermitpersonneltorideonanypartof the forklift.
5.3.4.2 Do not use gasoline or diesel powered forklifts in smallbuildingswithoutproperventilation.
5.3.4.3 Park with forks under a flat pallet or bench to preventtripping.
5.3.4.4 Whenforkliftisleftunattended,theforksshouldbefullylowered, controls in neutral, power shut off, and brakes set. If parked on an incline, wheels should be blocked.
5.3.4.5 Neverdriveoverobjectslyingonfloors.Suchmaterialmaycause damage to the forklift and may shift or topple the load.
5.3.4.6 Whendrivingwithorwithoutaload,keeptheforksfourtosixinchesabovetheground.
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5.3.4.7 When following another forklift, keep at least ten feetclearance.Donottravelabreastofanotherforklift.
5.3.4.8 Avoidsuddenstopsandstartswhichmaycauseskiddingor toppling of the load.
5.3.4.9 Iftheloadobstructsforwardview,theoperatormusttravelwith the load trailing.
5.3.4.10 Avoid carrying loose material on forks. Use a palletwheneverpossible.
5.3.4.11 Neverstandunderelevatedloads.
5.3.4.12 Gasoline or diesel powered forklifts must be refueledoutside buildings with the engine shut off and the brake set.
6.0 NATURAL ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS
6.1 SevereWeather
6.1.1 Thunderstorms
6.1.2 Tornadoes
FORKLIFTS KEEP THE FORKS 4 TO 6 INCHES ABOVE THE GROUND
10 FEET KEEP AT LEAST 10 FEET BEHIND WHEN FOLLOWING ANOTHER FORKLIFT
FIGURE 29
6.1.3 Hurricanes
6.2 TemperatureExtremes
6.3 Insects,Plants,Reptiles
6.1 SEVERE WEATHER
6.1.1 Thunderstorms
6.1.1.1 Seekshelterinabuildingorvehiclewhenathunderstormapproaches and remain in shelter throughout the duration of the storm.
6.1.1.2 Ifshelterisnotavailable,avoidisolatedhighorconductiveobjects.
6.1.1.3 Avoidusingcordedtelephones,electricalappliancesandequipmentduringthestorm.
6.1.1.4 Donotdriveintostandingorrunningwater.
6.1.1.5 Avoidshelterundertallobjectssuchastrees.
6.1.2 Tornadoes
6.1.2.1 Duringatornadowatch,listentotheradioortelevisionforcurrent information.
6.1.2.2 Duringatornadowarning,takeimmediatecover.
6.1.2.3 Ifinthecity: •Seek an inside shelter, preferably in a strongly reinforced building. •Stayawayfromwindows. •Avoidauditoriumsorgymnasiumswithlarge,poorly supported roof structures.
6.1.2.4 When in open country, with a tornado approaching, liedowninalowplacesuchasabarditch.Donotremaininavehicle.
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6.1.3 Hurricanes
Know the local hurricane preparedness plans andemergencyproceduresthatarespecifictoyourlocation.
6.2 TEMPERATURE EXTREMES
6.2.1 Know the symptoms of heat exhaustion. These includepale, cold, clammy skin, rapid weak pulse, weakness, headache, or nausea, cramps in abdomen or limbs, and excessiveperspiration.
6.2.2 Knowthesymptomsofheatstroke.Theseincludeflushed,dry,hotskin, rapidstrongpulse, temperaturewellabovenormal, skin that feels hot to the touch, headache, dizziness and nausea.
6.2.3 Knowthesymptomsoffrostbite.Theseincludeawhitetograyish-yellowappearanceontheaffectedarea,painthatquicklysubsides,andnumbnessinthefrostbittenarea.
6.3 INSECTS, PLANTS, REPTILES
6.3.1 Be able to identify poisonous plants. Avoid them at alltimes.
6.3.2 Topreventinsectstings,theworkareashouldbeinspectedandsprayedfrequentlywithanapprovedinsecticide.
6.3.3 Beable to identifypoisonoussnakesand reptiles.Avoidthem at all times.
BAR DITCH
IN OPEN COUNTRY, LIE DOWN IN BAR DITCH. DO NOT REMAIN IN ANY VEHICLE.
FIGURE 30
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6.3.4 Be able to identify poisonous spiders and insects. Avoidthem at all times.
6.3.5 Proper protection from mosquitoes should be taken byusinginsectrepellentcontainingDEET.
7.0 SPECIAL OPERATIONS
7.1 General
7.2 IsolationofEnergySources
7.3 HotWork
7.4 Sandblasting,Chipping,andSprayPainting
7.5 ConfinedSpaceEntry
7.6 HydrogenSulfide(H2S)
7.7 RadiographicInspections
7.8 Acidizing
7.9 HydraulicFracturing
7.10 Perforating
7.11 HydrostaticTestingofTubing,CasingandLinePipe
7.12 WellServicingandWorkovers
7.13 Drilling
7.14 NORM(NaturallyOccurringRadioactiveMaterial)
7.15 HazardCommunication(HAZCOM)
7.1 GENERAL
7.1.1 Become familiar with the approved procedures for anyspecialoperationinvolving:
•Isolationofenergysources •Electrical,pressurizedormechanicalequipment •Hotwork48
•Sandblasting,chipping,andspraypainting •Confinedspaceentry •Hydrogensulfide(H2S)environments •Radiographicinspections •Acidizing •Hydraulicfracturing •Perforating •Hydrostatictesting •Wellservicingandworkovers •Drilling •NORM(NaturalOccurringRadioactiveMaterial)
7.1.2 Neverundertakeaspecialoperationunlessqualifiedandapprovedtoperformthework.
7.1.3 Always review the safety policies and approved workprocedures for special operations while planning the work and before beginning the work.
7.2 ISOLATION OF ENERGY SOURCES
7.2.1 Any installation, construction, repair, or maintenanceactivity involving energy sources must follow approvedlockout/tagoutprocedures.
7.2.2 Onlyapproved,authorizedpersonnelmaylockout/tagoutanenergizedsystemorreturnthesystemtoservice.
7.2.3 Neverremove,modify,ortamperwithtagsorlockingdevices.
7.3 HOT WORK
7.3.1 EachemployeeinvolvedinoperationsmustknowthatHOTWORK is defined as an operationwhich involves one ormore of the following:
•Welding •Torching •Flaming •Soldering •Grinding •Sandblasting •Chipping •SprayPainting
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7.3.2 AnapprovedHOTWORKpermit is required forhotworkoutsideoftheDesignatedHOTWORKAreas.
7.3.3 Only personnel involved in the HOT WORK activity arepermittedinthedesignatedHOTWORKarea.
7.3.4 AtrainedfirewatchmustbedesignatedforanyHOTWORKactivityoutsidedesignatedHOTWORKareas.
7.3.5 HOT WORK activity shall be stopped immediately ifconditions change from those conditions described on the approvedHOTWORKpermit.
7.4 SANDBLASTING, CHIPPING, SPRAY PAINTING
7.4.1 Each employee involved in operations must know thatsandblasting, chipping, and spray painting are special operationsthatrequireanapprovedHOTWORKpermitforworkoutsideofdesignatedHOTWORKareas.
7.4.2 Usedsandblastingwastemustbeproperlydisposed.
7.5 CONFINED SPACE ENTRY
7.5.1 Confined spaceworkand confined spacepermittingwillcomplywithapplicableOSHAregulations.
7.5.2 Each employee involved in operations must know thatconfinedspaceentryisdefinedasanyoperationinvolvingthe following:
• Entry into any manholes, bell holes, sumps, pits, or excavationsthatare: ◦Largeenoughforapersontophysicallyenter. ◦Containsalimitedmeansofentryorexit. ◦Notintendedforcontinuoushumanoccupancy.
7.5.3 Anapprovedconfinedspaceentrypermit is required foranyconfinedspaceentryactivity.
7.5.4 Only qualified, trained personnel are permitted to enterandperformworkinconfinedspaces.
7.5.5 Theconfinedspaceattendant(CSA)musthaveapprovedpersonal protection equipment ready for immediate useduring the operation.
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7.5.6 A full body harness with lifeline is required to work inconfinedspaces.
7.5.7 The confined space attendant (CSA) must maintaincontact with the entrant.
7.5.8 TheCSAmustnotentertheconfinedspaceuntilrelievedofduty.TheCSAwillentertheconfinedspaceforrescueworkonlywhenadequateassistanceispresent.
7.5.9 IfthereisanemergencytheCSAshall: •Summonaidimmediately •Attempttoremovethevictimbyuseofthelifeline • Perform all other necessary rescue functions from outside.
7.5.10 Rescuers entering the space must be protected withlifeline,harnessandproperrespiratoryequipment.
7.6 HYDROGEN SULFIDE (H2S)
7.6.1 If H2S contamination is suspected, the amount ofcontaminationmustbedeterminedwithanapprovedH2Sdetector before personnel are allowed to enter the area. WhendetermininganunknownH2Sconcentration,alwaysusetheCompanyH2Stestingprotocol.
7.6.2 All portable and permanent sensors shall be properlycalibrated.
7.6.3 Adequate ventilation must be maintained in a contaminated work area.
7.6.4 InH2Soperatingareas,approachditches,ravines,insidefirewalls and other low areas with caution and from anupwind position.
7.6.5 H2S concentrates in the vapor space of storage tanks,separators,sumps,etc.maybeelevated.
7.6.6 When thieving or gauging a storage tank, or workingaround open hatches, personnel must use approvedrespiratoryprotectionequipment.Stand-bypersonnelarerequiredfor100ppmH2S(IDLH)orgreater.
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7.6.7 H2S is combustible; therefore, pure oxygen respiratorsmust not be used.
7.6.8 CanistermasksmustnotbeusedinH2Sservice.
7.6.9 Ventedvaporsfromchemicalcleaningmustbetreatedastoxicunlesstestedandprovedotherwise.
7.6.10 Pilot lights for venting/flaringof gas streamscontaininghydrogensulfidemustbekeptlit.
7.7 RADIOGRAPHIC INSPECTIONS
7.7.1 StayclearofareasmarkedoffasaffectedbyradioactivityduringaradiographicorX-rayinspectionofequipmentorwelds.
7.7.2 Follow the instructions of the radiographer. The radiographer is responsible for the protection and
monitoringofeverypersonworkingwithornearX-raysorradio scopes.
7.8 ACIDIZING
7.8.1 When acid is being pumped, all persons not needed toperform the operation must be restricted from location.
7.8.2 All actual handling of the acid, including repair of acidleaks in injection lines,must be performed by qualifiedpersonnel.
7.8.3 Acidizing operations, especially acid displacement andcleanupofacidizingequipment,maygeneratedangerousamountsofhydrogensulfide(H2S).
7.9 HYDRAULIC FRACTURING
7.9.1 Before each job, thoroughly review and resolve anyquestions you have on the procedure and attend thesafetymeetingheldbeforethestartofthejob.Ensurea“safearea”isdesignatedforassemblyintheeventofanemergency.
7.9.2 Ensurethatfraclinesaresecuredtopreventwhipping.
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7.9.3 Ensurethatfraclineshavefullswingsatthewellandatthe truck manifold.
7.9.4 Rubberoversteel-wrappedrubberhosesshallnotbeusedas frac lines for well fracturing operations.
7.9.5 Smoking and smoking materials, including matches,lighters,andcigarettes,areprohibitedwithin150feetofthewellandrelatedequipmentbefore,during,andafterthe operation.
7.9.6 All personnel not needed to perform the operationshall leave the site, and all vehicles and equipment notnecessarytotheoperationshouldbemovedtoapointatleast150feetfromthewell.
7.9.7 Keepaccessroadsclear.
7.9.8 Donotparktrucksorothervehiclesoverfraclines.
7.9.9 Donotstandonornearfraclinesthatareunderpressure.
7.9.10 Ensure that an approved monitoring device is installedon the casing-tubing annulus to ensure that maximumpressureratingsforthecasingarenotexceeded.
7.10 PERFORATING
7.10.1 Only authorized personnel may handle perforatingequipment.
7.10.2 Whenaperforatinggunisfishedoutoftheholeafterbeinglost in thewell,a representativeof theservicecompanymust be present at the well site to ensure safe handling and defusing of the gun.
7.10.3 Radio and radar transmittersmust be turned off within500 feet of perforating operations or electrically firedback-offoperations.
7.10.4 Ensure that temporarysignsprohibiting theoperationofradio transmitters are posted.
7.10.5 Therotaryshallbelockedduringperforatingoperations.
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7.10.6 Onlypersonnelrequiredtoriguporrigdownthelubricatorand perforating gun are allowed in the vicinity of thewellbore.
7.10.7 Flagsshallbeusedforoffshore facilities (helicopterandboatservice)whentheradiosilencemodeisactivated.
7.10.8 All personnel must stand clear of the lubricator whenpressure testing.
7.10.9 Allweldingmachinesmustbeshutdownduringperforatingoperations.
7.10.10 An appropriate wireline blowout preventer, lubricator,stuffingbox,orcontrolheadmustbeusedinallperforatingoperations.
7.10.11 Operationsinvolvingperforatinggunsatthesurfacemustnot be conducted when thunderstorms are approaching and during the storm.
7.11 HYDROSTATIC TESTING OF TUBING, CASING AND LINE PIPE
7.11.1 When tubing is tested hydrostatically while going in thehole,workersshouldstandfivefeetfromthestringifthework platform is large enough. Safety glasses shall be wornifaclosevisualinspectionisnecessary.
7.11.2 Whenhydrostaticallytestingpipeontherack,standbehindtheprotectivewallorphysicalbarrier.Neverstandateitherendofthejointbeingtested.
7.11.3 Seamedpipemustberacktestedwiththeseamup,neverdown.
7.12 WELL SERVICING AND WORKOVERS
7.12.1 Ensurethatthewellservicingunithasbeeninspectedandis authorized to perform the work before work begins.
7.12.2 Vehicle engines used within 50 feet of a well shall beequipped with spark-proof ignition and spark-arrestedexhausts.
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7.12.3 Personnelmustnot ride thesafety line (Geronimo) fromthederrickexceptinemergencies.
7.12.4 Ensurethattwoindependenthangingdevicesareusedtosecure theguidesheavewhenanelectrical submersiblepump is run or pulled.
7.12.5 At least two lines fromthe travelingblockshallbeusedwhen tubing is pulled.
7.12.6 Donotstandunderrodshanginginthederrick.
7.12.7 Whenawellisbeingserviced,ensurethatbeamhangersandbridlesaretiedbackorremoved.
7.12.8 Whenraising, lowering,or telescopingasingle-poleunit,no personnel should remain in the truck cab.
7.12.9 Ensureadequateclearancetoavoidcontactwithoverheadelectric power lines before raising a mast or gin pole.
7.12.10 Nopersonnelareallowedonthemastwhilebeingraisedor lowered.
7.12.11 Ensureallguidelinesareflaggedtoallowpropervisibilityforbothgroundandairtraffic.
7.12.12 Handsshallnotbeusedtocleanawireline,suckerrods,ortubing coming out of a hole.
7.12.13 Personnel other than the operatormust stay away fromthewell,wireline,andrearofthepullingunit,exceptwhenneeded for the operation.
7.12.14 Do not jump to the ground from a platform, Christmastree,lubricator,orBOPstack.
7.13 DRILLING
7.13.1 A safety harnesswith a safety linemust bewornwhenclimbingorworkinginthederrick.Ridingthepipeelevatoris prohibited.
7.13.2 Noopenfiresareallowedwithin150 feetof thederrickfloor.
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7.13.3 Allpressuremustberemovedfromalinebeforeattemptingto tighten a connection or repair a leak. All open-endedlines used to bleed pressure must be securely anchored.
7.13.4 Achainmustnotbeusedasasling.Ensurethatapprovedslings are used.
7.13.5 Achainornetshallbesecuredacross theV-doorof therig floor during all operations, except when transferringmaterialtoandfromtherigfloor.
7.13.6 Ensurethatmetalrighousesaregrounded.
7.13.7 Ensuretongsareusedtobreaktooljoints.Therotarymustnotbeusedforpowerwhenbreakingouttooljointsordrillbits.
7.13.8 Donotstandontongswhileworkingabovetherigfloor.
7.13.9 Ensure tong dies, slip segments, and snub lines arechecked before each trip.
7.14 NORM – Naturally Occurring Radioactive Material
7.14.1 Foundinproducedwater,scale,andbasicsedimentandwater.
7.14.2 Materialshouldbekeptwetatalltimes.
7.14.3 SpecialdisposalisrequiredformaterialcontainingNORMabovebackground.
7.14.4 RefertoNORMsurveysforlevels.
7.14.5 ContactEH&SDept.forspecifics.
7.14.6 Store active or surplusmaterials that are contaminatedwithNORMinaspecialdesignatedareawithsignage.
7.15 HAZARD COMMUNICATION
7.15.1 The purpose of Hazard Communication is to provideinformation on workplace chemicals so that employees understand the potential hazards of the chemicals and takethenecessarystepstoadequatelyprotectthemselvesfromoccupationalinjuryandillness.
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7.15.1 Alsoknownas“Right-To-KnowLaw”
7.15.3 The Three methods of communication are: Training &Information, Labels and Material Safety Data Sheets(MSDS).
7.15.4 Contractorsshallmaintainawrittenhazardcommunicationprogram and shall ensure that their employees understand and comply with the requirements of 29 CFR 1910.1200.
Contractors may request information about chemicalhazards associated with the Company’s operations from thedesignatedCompanyrepresentativeandshallinformthedesignatedCompanyrepresentativeofallhazardouschemicals and materials brought on site and used by the contractor.
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