Environmental Awareness

Environmental Awareness

The primary goal of the well site owner, well owner/operator, and well service contractors is to provide a safe and clean work site. An environmentally safe work site relates to proper containment of solid, liquid and gaseous hazardous materials. Failure to contain hazardous materials may expose the company and its employees to serious civil and criminal penalties, as well as adverse publicity.

Federal regulation requires discharges in quantities that may be harmful to public health or the environment be reported immediately. Each state can then mandate more stringent guidelines if desired.

Practicing all designated procedures and rules will insure compliance with all environmental laws and regulations. All employees are to be aware of their responsibility to maintain a safe environment as a condition of employment.

HAZWOPER Incidents A HAZWOPER situation may occur when an uncontrolled amount of gas or oil flows from a well bore and is not contained on the well site; or, A fire presents an explosive hazard or when gas is released which requires special attention by specially trained personnel.

The company supervisor will arrange for HAZWOPER trained personnel to handle a specific situation. Personnel who are not trained to handle HAZWOPER situations are to follow the direction of their supervisor regarding their responsibility on site.

Environmental Safety Procedure Signs are to be posted designating hazardous and flammable materials. Valves and discharge devices are to be quick, self-closing when placed on containers. All waste materials must go in specific containers meant to hold that type of waste.

Only approved containers are to be used to store hazardous materials or flammable liquids. All tanks, containers, and vessels are to be marked to indicated contents.

Used cleaning rags and combustible waste are to be stored outside in a metal container and kept to a minimum. Rig floors and well cellars are to be kept free from water, oils, and other contaminated waste.

All spills of hazardous materials are to be cleaned up immediately, if the employee is trained or authorized. Proper personal protective equipment is to be used when handling hazardous waste.

All lines connecting tank trucks, vessels and pumping equipment to the well head or other storage containers are to be equipped with a check valve. Cease operation immediately if a rupture or leak occurs.

Catch pans should be used when running rods or tubing to prevent oil spill onto the well site. Minimize waste to reduce the amount of hazardous material that permanently leaves the production process as waste.

The rig site is to be kept clean of all trash during the period you are on the well location.

Adverse Weather

Onshore Orientation & Emergency Evacuation
Adverse Weather Lightning Seek shelter avoiding trees and metal objects that can attract lightning. Avoid open areas. If you are outside, crouch down and put your weight on the balls of your feet.

Adverse Weather Windstorm Avoid climbing or working in the derrick.

Adverse Weather Hurricane/Tornado Be advised on the weather conditions. Keep in close contact with your supervisor or dispatch.

Adverse Weather UV Exposure Use sunscreen. Wear a hard hat with a full brim. Use UV-absorbent sunglasses. Limit your exposure. Wear light weight, long sleeved clothing.

Adverse Weather Snow and Ice Use ice melting materials when needed. Slow down in bad weather conditions. Wear proper footwear to help prevent slipping.

Adverse Weather Snow and Ice Clear your vehicle of any snow and ice. Lights must be visible. Top of your vehicle must be clear. Steps and ladders.

Adverse Weather Flooding Never enter a roadway that is covered by water. Find an alternate route or wait for the water to subside.

Safe Driving Practices

Driving When taking the responsibility of driving, it is important that you are knowledgeable about factors that can affect you and others on the roadway.

Driving Valid Driver License: You must be licensed for the type of equipment you are asked to operate. A commercial license is required when operating DOT regulated vehicles. No employee shall operate a Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV) without proper endorsements.

Driving Journey Management: A system to manage the risks associated with driving conditions and to ensure a rescue plan is in place. Journey management includes route planning, reviewing weather and road conditions, equipment operating conditions and communication.

Driving Road Conditions: Talk with your supervisor or dispatcher regarding road conditions in the area to ensure the best route. Each state has a phone number to check road conditions before starting a trip.

Driving Cell Phone Usage: Texting while in a CMV is prohibited by law. Be familiar with company guidelines in regards to talking on the phone or radio while driving.

Driving Adverse Weather: Always slow down and allow extra room between vehicles. Drive defensively at all times. Allow extra time for your trip.

Driving Seat Belt Usage: Seatbelts shall be utilized in all company vehicles. Driving under the influence: No employee shall report to work while under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol.

Vehicles Condition/Inspections The vehicle is the responsibility of the operator even when it is parked. A walk-around inspection is required before each trip to ensure the vehicle is in good mechanical condition.

Vehicles Condition/Inspections In addition to required state inspections, all company vehicles should be thoroughly inspected by a qualified person annually. No vehicle should be driven with obvious mechanical problems affecting the safety of the vehicle.

Backing/Parking/Location Hazards When possible, park where your first move will be forward. Avoid backing when possible. Walk around your vehicle before backing to ensure enough clearance. Use a ground guide when possible.

Loading Securement All cargo securement devices must be in good working order, free of defects. Each tie down must be attached and secured to prevent it from becoming loose, unfastened, or releasing during transit. Commodity-specific requirements take precedence over the general rules.

Off-Loading Liquid Cargo Be aware of potential hazards on location before beginning the process. Bond your vehicle to the source container to reduce risk of sparking. Ground your vehicle to “bleed off” electrostatic charges. Position your vehicle on level ground, at the required distance, upwind or crosswind of the source or receiving tank/vessel.

MODULE 5 REVIEW

Types of material handling devices include:
Aerial lifts Cranes Bull dozers Cherry pickers All except C

A pre operation inspection is only needed if the supervisor request one.
True False

Before using any type of equipment it is required that you:
Train on the specific type of equipment Be certified Be authorized to use the equipment All of the above

How is a forklift different from a car?
Steering Weight differential Center of gravity All but A A,B,C only

While operating a forklift NEVER allow anybody to ride the forks
True False

When performing rigging operations, any gear can be used for lifting purposes.
True False

Keep you out of the line of fire.
Taglines: Keep you out of the line of fire. Only need to be used if lifted above your head Must be free from knots A and C only All of the above

Cheater pipes may be made of any material as long as they will not bend when used.
True False

Poor house keeping is one of the major contributing factors when dealing with slip, trips, and falls. True False

When doing overhead work, you can warn those in the area by:
Verbal Barricades There is no need they should look out for you. Signs All except C

If the cover to a hole is not in place, it is okay for a person to stand and protect people from falling in the hole True False

When Scaffolding is needed, before use you must:
Inspect it for stability and condition Make sure the tag is present and legible Proper railing for scaffolding over 4 feet All of the above

When using a ladder, NEVER place it in front of a door or unattended
True False

Ladder safety includes:
Carrying tools in a tool belt not your hand while climbing Observing the “belt buckle rule” No metal ladders around electrical lines All the above

Industrial Hygiene is the evaluation of environmental factors through measurement of exposure intensity, exposure frequency, and duration. True False

Which of the following would be considered a Physical hazard
Noise Vibration Temperature Illumination All of the above

Welding Grinding Sand blasting All of the above
Lead contamination can be generated in which of the following industries? Welding Grinding Sand blasting All of the above

The only way for lead to enter your body is through inhalation
True False

Respiratory irritation
Benzene is an aromatic hydrocarbon that occurs naturally in petroleum crude oils and natural gas condensates. Which of the following is not an acute effect of contact with Benzene? Headache Drowsiness Leukemia Respiratory irritation

NORM stand for: Naturally Occurring Radioactive Material Normal occurring radiation materials Natural onsite radioactive material

When working around asbestos there is no need to wear respiratory protection.
True False

Crystalline Silica can cause cancer and has been linked to:
Tuberculosis Lung disease Kidney disease All of the above

Diesel Particulate Matter (DPM), are small particles found in diesel exhaust
True False

Short term exposure to high concentrations of DPM can cause;
Headache Dizziness Irritation to the eyes All of the above

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