Environmental Awareness

1. Environmental Awareness

2. 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.

3. Environmental Awareness • 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.

4. Environmental Awareness • 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.

5. Environmental Awareness 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.

6. Environmental Awareness • 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.

7. Environmental Awareness 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.

8. Environmental Awareness • 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.

9. Environmental Awareness • 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.

10. Environmental Awareness • 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.

11. Environmental Awareness • 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.

12. Environmental Awareness • 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.

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

14. Adverse Weather

15. Adverse Weather 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.

16. Adverse Weather Adverse Weather • Windstorm • Avoid climbing or working in the derrick.

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

18. Adverse Weather 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.

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

20. Adverse Weather 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.

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

22. Safe Driving Practices

23. 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.

24. Safe Driving Practices 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.

25. Safe Driving Practices 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.

26. Safe Driving Practices 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.

27. Safe Driving Practices 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.

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

29. Safe Driving Practices 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.

30. Safe Driving Practices 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.

31. Safe Driving Practices 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.

32. Safe Driving Practices 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.

33. Safe Driving Practices 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.

34. Safe Driving Practices 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.

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