SWP PLW Handbook

You are trusted to lead safety
GOMBU
Person Leading
Work Handbook
2012 Chevron U.S.A. Inc.
Revised
September 2011
Do you have a
High Sense of Vulnerability?
We Believe:
All Incidents are Preventable
Two Key Principles:

1. Do it safely or not at all.
2. There is always time to do
it right.
Tenets of Operation
WE ALWAYS:
1. Operate within design and

environmental limits.
6. Maintain integrity of dedicated

systems.
2. Operate in a safe and controlled

condition.
7. Comply with all applicable rules

and regulations.
3. Ensure safety devices are in

place and functioning.
8. Address abnormal conditions.
4. Follow safe work practices and

procedures.
5. Meet or exceed customers
requirements.
9. Follow written procedures for

high risk or unusual situations.
10. Involve the right people in
decisions that affect procedures
and equipment.
Purpose, Scope & Objectives

GOM Safe Work Practices
Purpose
The GOM Safe Work Practices Process serves as an
umbrella process which outlines the requirements for the
various Safe Work Practices used in the Gulf of Mexico.
This is especially important when concurrent activities are
planned on a facility.
It is the intent of the GOM to effectively manage
simultaneous operations in the field. Where the hazards
created by two conflicting activities cannot be mitigated,
the GOM will plan the two activities to be run in sequence
rather than in parallel.
Scope
Person Leading Work
pg. 10
Hot Work
pg. 29
Permit to Work
pg. 12
Confined Space Entry
pg. 35
Hazard Analysis
pg. 15
Work at Heights
pg. 39
Simultaneous Operations
pg. 18
Lifting and Rigging
pg. 42
Isolation of Hazardous
pg. 22
Electrical Safe Work Practice pg. 52
Bypassing Critical
pg. 26
Energy
Protections
Excavation
pg. 54
The Safe Work Practices Process applies to all GOM facilities. As stated in the
Contractor Safety Management Process, contractors are required to follow
their own Safe Work Practices. Where permits are required from either
Chevron or contractor's process, they shall be reviewed by the Chevron
Person-in-Charge.
Objectives
The objectives of the Safe Work Practices Process are to:
Ensure the proper authorization of designated work, including
such things as Hot Work, Confined Space, Hull Entry, etc,

other than normal operations.
Make clear to people carrying out the work, the exact
identity, nature and extent of the job, the hazards involved,

and any limitations on the extent of the work and the time
during which the job may be carried out.
Specify the precautions to be taken, including safe isolation
from potential risks such as hazardous substances and

electricity.
Person Leading Work

Leads safety
Passionate about safety (safety as value not priority)
Takes time to engage team in creating quality JSAs
Will not walk by an unsafe behavior (SWA) (see it; own it)
Comfortable giving and receiving, positive & constructive feedback
Will use JSA throughout the job and revise as appropriate
Heightens focus on safety during crew change day
Competent in Chevron Safe Work Practices

Understands the importance of PTW and JSA
Competent in all other SWPs as applies to the job
Person Leading Work: Key Points

Set expectations for the crew
We will complete this job incident free by

continuously looking for hazards during the
job, not just in the beginning and we will take
immediate action as we find these additional
hazards.
Ensures high quality JSAs
Engage the entire team in developing the JSA

Utilize the Hazard Identification Tool when
identifying hazards associated with each step
Collaborates and coaches throughout job
We will exercise Stop Work Authority as

appropriate.
Communicate and collaborate with PLWs of other

crews on location/site.
We will report incidents immediately, no

matter how small.
Verify throughout the job that the JSA is being

followed and revise it as necessary
Be engaged throughout the job. Look for and

promptly recognize safe work behaviors
Plan the work with the crew
Identify permits, Safe Work Practices and

SOPs required,
Engage crew and platform operators in

planning the work,
Provide positive reinforcement and coaching during

the job, (Be specific with feedback)
Ensure that the right number of people, skill

sets, tools, and PPE are available
Recognize SWA exercised by the team as well

as working incident free
Provides performer feedback to the crew
Permit to Work (PTW)

The Permit to Work process, as well as being a "formal
written process", is also a means of communication between
"Responsible Persons" such as; supervisors, persons leading
work, operators, contractors, and others involved in planning
and execution of work tasks. It is vitally important that each
individual knows what his/her own responsibilities and duties
are, and carries them out properly.
Permit to Work (PTW) authorizes activities within the

workplace
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Permit to Work: Key Points

Activities Requiring a Permit to Work:
Specialized work permits are initiated (e.g., Hot Work, Confined Space, Isolation of Hazardous Energy, Excavation,
Working at Heights, Electrical, SIMOPs, etc.); or
Work or maintenance is performed in a process area that involves breaking into a line, equipment or vessel that
contains actual or potential hazards; or
There is a transfer of work and responsibilities from one group to another; or
Communication across more than one area, group, or technical type is required to accomplish the task; or
If the Area Controller determines permit is required; or
The work has significant potential for injury or incident; or
When synthetic slings are used in marine operations involving crane activities; or
Boats are arriving within 500 meters of the facility (Floating Offshore Installations); or
Boats are transferring diesel fuel, synthetic base mud, or other hazardous materials to the facility; or
Any liftboat moves. Liftboat guidelines and procedures are the standard operating procedure for liftboat operations in
all fields. The Lift Boat Guidelines and Procedures shall be reviewed prior to all liftboat moves.
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Permit to Work: Key Points

For each permitted work activity there will be a designated person to lead the work.
The OS, OIM, DSM, WSM, or the Designee, designates that Person.
The Person Leading Work, (PLW) is normally the Company or Contract Rep in charge of
the crews doing the work. (Can lead no more than 2 active permits to work at a time)
The PLW is on location and acknowledges that all permit conditions in Section B of the
Permit to Work form are met, and the work site has been inspected prior to beginning
work.
On location means the person can perform his or her duties by getting to the work
site under their own power without the aid of a boat, helicopter, car or truck.
If an Operations Representative is on location, that person acknowledges that all
permit conditions in Section B of the Permit to Work form are met, and the work site
has been inspected prior to beginning work.
The OS, OIM, DSM, WSM, or the Designees signature authorizes the activity to
begin providing the precautions listed are complied with. Verbal authorization is
acceptable as long as it is noted as such on the Permit to Work form.
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Hazard Analysis
This procedure follows the three phases of hazard analysis as it applies to our work.
From the initial planning phase, to the work group pre-job onsite Job Safety Analysis
(JSA) discussion, to the individuals ongoing effort to Think Incident Free (TIF), hazard
analysis tools are critical to identifying potential hazards and developing actions and
strategies to prevent incidents from occurring. Hazard analyses may also be used as a
basis for health, environment and safety (HES) checklists, behavior based safety (BBS)
observations, safety meeting topics or to write HES / Standard operating procedures
(SOPs) for new or modified jobs.
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Hazard Analysis:
Analysis Methods
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Hazard Analysis: Key Points

Communication is key to all operations
Planning phase is to review job scope and environment in which work
will be performed
Identify potential hazards and develop quality JSAs using the
appropriate form
Follow JSA and revise appropriately
Use Hazard ID Tool
Use Behavior Based Safety (BBS Gator Observations)

Use Stop Work Authority if necessary
Use Post Job Review section on JSA Long Form to access job
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Simultaneous Operations
Simultaneous Operations is defined as performing two

or more operations concurrently as listed below. These
guidelines should be used as a resource to perform
Simultaneous Operations in alignment with
Operational Excellence (OE) to achieve Incident Free
Operations (IFO).
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Simultaneous Operations:
Key Points
Simultaneous Operations is defined as performing
two or more operations concurrently.
Production Operations,
Rig Operations,
Construction Operations,
Anchoring of Vessels,
Derrick Barge Operations,
Heavy Lifts by Stationary Cranes (75% crane capacity),
Diving Operations
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When developing a SimOps plan, a Risk Assessment must be

performed to assess the potential hazards associated with the
concurrent activities. Reference the precaution & action guidelines for
each in the OE Manual.
The Daily SimOps Log is required, during all Simultaneous Operations
and is to be completed by the Person in Charge (PIC).
The key element during Simultaneous Operations is communication.
It is imperative that clear and continuous communication be
maintained between company and contract personnel on board.
Communications are ensured via SimOps discussions during daily
shift change meetings & documented on the Daily Simultaneous
Operations Log
The Drill Site Manager (DSM) or the Well Site Manager (WSM) is the
Person In Charge (PIC) during all rig activities on the platform.
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SimOps
Documentation / Communication
SimOps Plan Form - Prior to start of SimOps activities
Responsibility of project initiator: Operations Engineer,

Drilling Engineer, Facilities Engineer, Operations Supervisor
SimOps Checklist Prior to start-up & weekly
Responsibility of Person in Charge (PIC), Facility Rep, Drill

Site Mgr., Well Site Mgr., Operations Supervisor
SimOps Meeting Daily (all shift/tourly meetings)
Responsibility of Person in Charge (PIC)

SimOps Log Daily (all shift/tourly meetings)
Responsibility of Person in Charge (PIC)

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Isolation of Hazardous Energy
This lock-out and tag-out process is intended to

protect personnel whose jobs require them to operate
or use machines or equipment on which servicing or
maintenance is being performed. It shall also be used
anytime the Person in Charge (PIC) determines that it
will improve job safety, protect any machinery or
equipment needing maintenance/repairs before
operation, and/or protect the environment from
operation of such machinery or equipment.
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All tags must be dated, signed & identify the equipment
being tagged & the nature of the work being performed
Locks will be single-keyed. The key shall remain in the
possession of the authorized person that installed the
lock or in the lock box if such box is in use for that task
or project.
For a large job, a lockbox may be used in lieu of a
lockout bar clip. Lockbox procedure may be used when
energy sources and/or a group of employees are
involved in maintenance or repair operation.
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The PIC shall ensure that a list is maintained showing

the number and location of each lock & the names of
the authorized personnel who installed them. The form
to be used is the LOTO Worksheet.
The purpose of this list is to ensure that locks, tags,
and isolating devices are removed before startup.
The LOTO Worksheet must be maintained and
controlled by appropriate, designated personnel
(i.e. Control Room Operators, Supervisor, Field
Coordinator, or other personnel familiar with the
LOTO Worksheet and the job requirements).
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The Isolation of Hazardous Energy (LO/TO)
Procedure will be reviewed by the PIC as
indicated in Section 11, of the worksheet.
His/her comments will reflect this review.
The PIC will ensure that the PTW, JSA,
Worksheet and The Equipment Specific
Procedures are completed and filed
properly.
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Bypassing Critical Protections

This guidance is provided to ensure that all field personnel
comply with the regulations as found at 30 CFR 250.803(c) (1)
and 30 CFR 250.1004 (c) and our Operational Excellence Tenet
of Operation #3 which states "We always ensure safety devices
are in place and functioning." Anyone engaged in facility
operation including the bypassing of safety devices shall be fully
cognizant of the potential for undesirable events ranging from
minor upsets to catastrophic equipment failure. There shall be
no deviation from this Policy. MMS Incidents of Non-Compliance
(INCs) issued for violations of these regulations could result in
significant civil penalties and if found to be a deliberate
violation, could escalate into criminal violation.
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Bypassing Critical Protections:

Key Points
Safety devices can only be bypassed for Start-Up, Testing or
Maintenance.
Only the minimum number of devices necessary may be
bypassed simultaneously.
An Operator shall be in a position to monitor the function of the
bypassed device, essentially taking the place of the safety
device.
Monitor & Control= Operator becomes the Safety Device and
shall be in position to act accordingly.
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3 Main elements of the FBM Process are:
Standardized Flagging
Bypass Procedures
Monitoring Procedures
Components that are Temporarily Out of Service TOOS do not require monitoring.
A component is Out-of-Service (OOS) when it is not being used as part of the production
process and it is properly isolated from all other production equipment or energy sources on
the facility. Safety Devices for an out of service component must be labeled "Out-of-Service".
It is not necessary to monitor the bypassed Safety Device function. However, the PSV on any
Out-of-Service component must be left In Service, maintained and tested.
Violation of the FBM Policy may result in a formal investigation. Results of investigations that
reveal willful policy violation may include disciplinary action up to and including termination of
employment.
Orange Ty-wraps are to be used by 3rd party valve techs only
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Hot Work
The GOM Hot Work Standard contains the Hot Work
Plans, Permits, and Process Flowcharts. These items
apply to all legacy Chevron, Texaco and Unocal
properties in the GOM area of responsibility. These
guidelines are also to be used in state waters.
To be in compliance, a copy of the BOEM Welding Plan
with the approval letter must be available at each

work site while performing welding & burning
activities.
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Hot Work: Key Points

Confirmation That it is Safe to Weld
The following personnel must confirm that it is safe to conduct welding

operations by ensuring that the work site, including the equipment to be used,
have been inspected:
Chevron On-Site Reviewer (Ops/AD Representative, Drill Site Manager

(DSM)/Well Site Manager (WSM)
Welding Supervisor (contract welding representative)
Operations Location PIC (O&M) (If applicable)
Fire Watch
Welding Authorization
After it has been determined that it is safe to proceed with the welding or
burning operation, the Chevron PIC or Designee (Operations Supervisor (OS),
Offshore Installation Manager (OIM), Drill Site Manager (DSM)/ Well Site
Manager (WSM) or the Delegated Person in Charge authorizes the work by
signing the Chevron Daily Welding Hot Work Permit.
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Continued
Welding equipment requirements:

Diesel engine-driven welding machines must be equipped with spark
arrestors and drip pans with drain plugs installed wrench tight.
Diesel engine air intakes must be equipped with a device to shut the
engine down in the event of a runaway.
Welding leads must completely insulated and in good condition.
Oxygen and acetylene bottles shall be secured in a safe place: hoses
shall be leak-free and properly equipped with fittings, gauges, and
regulators.
All oxygen/acetylene setups shall have flashback arrestor check valve
installed at the torch head and at the regulators.
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Continued
Shielding:
ALL TARPS used for Hot Work Purposes shall be fire retardant, red and
must have a durable label (affixed, marked or sewn) identifying it with either
the letters "FR" or the words "Fire Retardant.
Portable gas detection:

Calibrated, (with test gas only, not acetylene or natural gas), once
every 30 days or prior to use if the unit has been idle beyond 30 days
of the last calibration.
Bump tested prior to first use each day, (with test gas only, not
acetylene or natural gas)
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Continued
Equipment containing hydrocarbons or any other flammable

substances must be moved at least 35 feet horizontally from the
welding area.
Move similar equipment on lower decks at least 35 feet from the point of
impact where slag, sparks, or other burning materials could fall.
If moving this equipment is impractical, the equipment must be protected
with flame-proof covers, shielded with metal or fire-resistant guards or
curtains, or the flammable substances must be rendered inert.
In addition, combustible materials must be moved from the area or
properly shielded
Welding is not permitted within 10 feet of a well bay unless you have shut
in all producing wells at the surface safety valve (SSV) in that well bay.
Welding is not permitted within 10 feet of a production area unless you
have shut in that production area .
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Continued
The Fire Watch:

Must be adequately trained, capable of, and solely designated to
operate gas detection and incipient firefighting equipment as

required during welding and non-welding activities. The fire watch
shall assist with inspection of the work area.
Must be familiar with the facilities and procedures for sounding an
alarm in the event of a fire.

Can have no other duties in addition to being a fire watch such as
welders helper and shall remain on duty for at least 30 minutes

after hot work activities have ceased.
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Confined Space
The OSHA permit-required confined space standard
became effective on April 15, 1993. The GOM HES
group has developed this program for compliance
called the Confined Space Program. For information
concerning compliance, contact your HES
Representative.
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Confined Space: Key Points

A confined space has the following characteristics:
Is large enough and so configured that an employee can

bodily enter and perform assigned work.
Has limited or restricted means for entry or exit (for example,

tanks, vessels, silos, storage bins, hoppers, vaults, and pits
are spaces that may have limited means of entry).
Is not designed for continuous employee occupancy.

A confined space that does not contain or, with respect to
atmospheric hazards, have the potential to contain any hazard
capable of causing death or serious physical harm.
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Continued
A confined space as defined above, becomes Permit

Required when it has one or more of the following
characteristics:
Contains or has a potential to contain a hazardous

atmosphere Contains a material that has the potential for
engulfing an entrant
Has an internal configuration such that an entrant could be

trapped or asphyxiated by inwardly converging walls or by a
floor which slopes downward and tapers to a smaller crosssection
Contains any other recognized serious safety or health

hazard
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Continued
At any site where confined spaces exist, all employees

must be trained to be aware of confined spaces and
the hazards they present. Anyone entering a Confined
Space requires specific training.
Whenever a Confined Space is to be entered, the OS must assign a
Chevron On-Site Representative to provide oversight during the

Entry. This person must be qualified to oversee work in the confined
spaces either through training or experience. They must remain onsite during the entry operation.
If there is a need to enter a confined space, contact the HES
Specialist to learn what training is required for various assignments
A written rescue plan is required and must be posted prior to work

commencing.
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Work at Heights
The primary objective of Chevron's Work at Heights
is to prevent incidents and injuries caused by falling
through floor and deck openings and by falling while
working at elevations.
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Work at Heights: Key Points

If you are working at elevations of six feet or more you must
wear Fall Protection Equipment
You must have completed user training to wear fall protection
equipment
A Permit to Work & the Fall Protection Checklist must be
completed prior to beginning climbing activities
An individual trained to the Competent Person level must be on
site for the duration of the job (Contractors)
An individual trained to the Competent Person level must survey
the worksite prior to beginning the job or a written procedure
developed by a Competent Person must be in place and followed
(Company)
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Work at Heights: Key Points

Continued
A Rescue Plan must be developed for each job prior to the start
of climbing activities
At least 1 person trained in Rescue procedures must be on site
for the duration of climbing activities
Horizontal lifelines must be an engineered system or approved by
an engineer or qualified person
There must be documentation that each piece of Fall Protection
equipment has been inspected by a Competent Person within the
past year
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Lifting & Rigging

The primary objective of Chevron's Lifting &
Rigging Program is to document Company
policy regarding safe crane operation and usage
on Chevron property throughout the Gulf of
Mexico and to prevent incidents and injuries
related to lifting and rigging operations
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Lifting & Rigging: Key Points

The use of field modified or non-Certified lifting and hoisting
equipment is prohibited. Field modified or non-certified lifting
equipment must be removed from service immediately and reported
to your supervisor. Speak with your supervisor if you have any
questions.
A pre-use inspection will be performed and documented before
crane use, typically daily and then as the qualified crane operator
deems necessary during the day for extended operations. This
documentation should be maintained in the vicinity of the crane. If
the qualified crane operator changes, a new pre-use inspection will
be performed and documented by the new operator.
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Continued
Pre-lift JSA will be prepared by the Lift Team. The Lift Team will
consist of all key personnel involved in the planning and
execution of a lift operation. The Lift Team will typically include a
Qualified Crane Operator, one or more Qualified Riggers, and the
Vessel Captain.
Before the operation, members of the Lift Team have these
responsibilities:
The qualified crane operator will obtain all pertinent information

contained on the shipping manifest before cargo transfer begins.
Conduct pre-lift meeting to review scope of work and execution plan.
Prepare written JSA for all lifts.
Evaluate the lift operations to determine if additional qualified riggers
are needed to assist in loading or offloading operations.
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Continued
Ensure that a clear method of communication is established.

Assess site conditions to ensure that the lift operation can be
conducted safely (sea state, currents, wind speed and direction,
weather, size of vessel, position of cargo, adequate lighting)
Review lift path and weight of loads to determine if specific
Simultaneous Operations procedures are required to protect
production equipment from falling loads.
Ensure all Lift Team members understand and are in agreement with
the JSA prior to conducting the Lift .
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Continued
Cranes used for personnel transfer will be classified "personnel

handling" and will be identified using a sticker depicting a
personnel basket.
Hooks on headache balls or blocks used to transfer personnel
will be of a type that can be closed and locked (API 2C, 6.5.3.3).
Only approved personnel baskets will be used to transfer people
to and from rigs, platforms, and boats and will be of a design
and in a condition suitable for the intended purpose. Personnel
will be familiar with and comfortable with the personnel basket
procedures. The approved personnel baskets are the Billy Pug X
904 and the Billy Pugh collapsible personnel basket.
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continued
All personnel that are being transported on a personnel basket

are required to wear a personal flotation device (PFD) and other
appropriate PPE as required.
A dedicated area of the boat deck needs to be identified by
painting the deck in a configuration, circle or square, that allows
for a safe landing area. The foot print of the 4 man X-904
personnel basket is 7 feet, while the foot print of an 8 man X-904
personnel basket is 8.3 feet.
SWA (Stop Work Authority) must be used: either to prevent the area
from being reproached upon, or if the area is compromised, SWA
must be used to prevent any attempt of a personnel transfer by
personnel basket.
Chevron will not perform a personnel transfer using the personnel
basket if the landing area has been compromised
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continued
Crane Operator Classifications

C Operator Trainee who can lift up to 50% of the crane's rated capacity as per
the load chart under the supervision of an A Operator or Qualified Observer.
B Operator - Restricted use only. Can operate the crane without supervision for
all lifts with the exception of heavy lifts, personnel lifts, or hazardous lifts.
A Operator - Unrestricted use. Can lift any load up to the capacity of the crane
without supervision. A Class "A" crane operator's responsibilities may include
conducting personnel transfers and supervising lifts conducted by Class "B" or "C"
operators.
Qualified Observer - At a minimum, a qualified observer will have met the
qualifications of a Class "A" crane operator and will have received additional
training as specified by ERTC. The qualified observers will classify each Chevron
crane operator as Class "A," "B," or "C" (with final approval from the Operations
Supervisor).
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Sling Inspections & Replacement:
All slings and associated rigging will be visually inspected

prior to use
Chevron owned wire rope slings will be inspected annually,

documented in SMART, and color coded using the color
code chart.
All Chevron owned wire rope slings found to have a

service life of 5 years or greater (from certification date)
at time of inspection will be replaced in a timely manner.
All synthetic web slings will be changed out on an annual

basis (12 months from the born on date).
All third-party slings will be color coded to indicate annual

inspection and be the responsibility of the vendor
providing the slings.
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continued
Crane inspections:
Pre-Use Inspection required.

Monthly Inspection if required, may be preformed by a qualified
operator or qualified inspector.
Quarterly Inspection if required, preformed by a qualified
inspector.
Annual Inspection required for all cranes, performed by a
qualified inspector.
Heavy Lift Inspection required for heavy lifts, inspection is good
21 days only, performed by a qualified inspector.
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Cargo Container Unit (CCU) Markings:
Maximum design "gross" weight capacity and "net" (empty) weight will be
permanently marked on all cargo containers, such as trash baskets, tool
baskets, grocery boxes, drum racks, gas cylinder racks, cutting boxes, sensitive
material bins, hazardous material bins, and portable racks.
Cargo Container Unit (CCU) Handling:
CCUs delivered to shorebase locations for shipment offshore will be configured

or pre-rigged for a one-point hook-up.
The weight of all cargo over 1,000 pounds will be recorded on the shipping
manifest and marked legibly on the cargo before shipping.
Bolt Type Anchor Shackles with cotter pins or key ring type retainers shall be
used for permanent rigging.
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Electrical
The Electrical Safe Work Practice:
Describes procedures, methods and practices associated with

all electrical work activities in Chevrons drilling and production
operations, for all employees and contractors.
Describes the proper PPE for the qualified electrical workers for
uses in maintenance and testing of energized circuits, This PPE
may include:
Insulated gloves (always) and

An arc-rated face shield (always) and/or an arc-flash suit hood
Flame resistant clothing (always) or arc-flash suit.
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Electrical: Key Points

Electrical repairs or maintenance will be performed on de-energized equipment
whenever possible.
Equipment in an electrical safe work condition IS:
De-energized/isolated,
Locked/tagged,
Tried/tested & Grounded (if applicable)
Qualified Employee training and an approved energized electrical work permit is

required to work on energized electrical equipment. (with (4) REQUIRED signatures.)
Unqualified persons must maintain a minimum distance of 10 ft. from exposed live
parts.
The PPE required can be found in Tables C1 & C2 of NFPA 70E using the GOM
References in the OE Manual, GOM Electrical Safety Standard.
Daily PPE required for electricians & automation specialists include Hard Hats, steel
toed foot-wear, safety glasses and FRC of 8 cal/cm2 (Indura, or 7oz Comfor-touch
Bulwark clothing or 8 cal/cm2 equal brands)
Use of ground fault circuit interrupters on all cord connected power tools and other
cord connected devices is required and required to be tested prior to use. (for
hazardous location use, see OE Manual Resources Guidance Document)
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Excavation: Key Points

1.
Hazards associated with excavations shall be identified and mitigated

prior to beginning work.
2.
Complete the steps necessary to properly and safely prepare the

jobsite and equipment for the start of work.
3.
Protect personnel who enter excavations by using support systems

(e.g., shoring, bracing, sloping, benching, and shields). Design and
construct the excavation support system using competent trained persons.
4.
Personnel performing work shall be trained and competent in the roles

for which they are responsible.
5.
Inspect excavation shoring or bracing systems daily and after a

rainstorm, earthquake or other hazard-increasing occurrence.
6.
Cease all work in the excavation until necessary precautions have been
taken to safeguard personnel.
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Excavation: Key Points
Excavations with a depth greater than 4 feet must be provided with safe means of
access and egress every 25 feet of horizontal travel.
Chevron GOM Excavation (Specialized) Permit shall be completed for all

excavations and trenches where equipment is utilized and soil is removed to a
depth greater than 12 inches.
If the excavation is left open over night and located where people walk or drive
then additional precautions should be taken. Such as placing warning and/or
illuminating lights along walkways, barriers, and exposed sides of excavation and
exposed equipment.
Emergency response plan shall be developed prior to entry into the excavation or
trench
Any inflow of water, if it is determined to be a hazard, should be collected in sumps

and pumped clear of the excavation.
To protect employees from excavated materials, spoil piles should be placed and
kept 3 feet or more from the edge of excavations.
When mobile equipment is operated next to an excavation, or when it approaches

the edge of an excavation, if the operator does not have a clear view of the
excavation a warning system will be utilized.
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Site Safety Requirements

An Excavation Competent Person is required
to be on site and to oversee an excavation

if, persons will be entering the excavation
as a confined space.
Excavations deeper than 5 feet require
either sloping/benching or a support system

of shoring/bracing before personnel may
enter.
All surface hazards that could cause harm to
employees shall be removed or supported,

as necessary, to safeguard employees.
Walkways or bridges w/guardrails shall be
provided anywhere workers are to cross

over a trench.
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Things to Know About

ALL Safe Work Practices
Without exception, they are in place to protect people,

the environment & company assets.
All require the use of Stop Work Authority (SWA) & Job
Safety Analysis (JSA) to be highly effective.
All require specific training:
Use (Extinguisher, detector, etc.) or

Wear (Harness, SCBA, bunker gear, etc.) or
Do (Enter confined space, rescue, etc.)
All require equipment & material to be in good condition &

proper working order.
Some require a formal permit or a special worksheet.
Trigger heightened communication between & among work
groups.
Clarify individual specific roles & responsibilities.
* For complete Safe Work Practice guidelines, refer to the Operational Manual.
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Safe Work
Practice
Hazard
Analysis
(JSA)
Permit to
Work (PTW)
Isolation
Hazardous
Energy
(LOTO)
Work at
Heights
Magic
Number
Documentation
Specific Training &

Equipment
Key Points
JSA Forms (Long / Short)

JSA Crane Card (Yellow)
JSA Contractors Form
JSA Desktop Reviews
JSA Field Verifications
BBS Observations (Gator)
MSW Process Flow Chart
Stop Work Authority
Hazard ID Tool
LMS CBTs & Field Competency
Verification
Training:
Operations Manual
CBT
ERTC Super Session
Form Selection Matrix
Hazard ID Tool
Equipment:
NA
(# of other SWPs
requiring PTW)
JSA
PTW Form
Hazard Identification Checklist
All other required Permits
Verification
Training:
ERTC Super Session
Equipment:
NA
Communication
Designated person to lead work (PLW)
Authorization of Work
Coordination
6 Other SWPs require this as well
4 Colors
Operations
Maintenance
Electrical
Long Term
JSA & PTW

Equipment Specific Procedures
Total Shut In Procedures
LOTO Worksheet
Annual Review
Verification
Training:
Super Session
Equipment:
Lockbox, Locks & Tags
Tags must be dated & signed

S/He who locks, must unlock
Location of equipment specific procedures
Any crane locked out of service will be
placed back in service by a qualified
crane inspector
JSA & PTW

Rescue Plan
Fall Protection Checklist
Annual Equipment Inspection
Verification
Training:
User (Typically 8 hrs)
Competent Person
Rescue
Equipment:
Fall Protection
Rescue
Covers floor & deck openings & working

at elevations
Scaffolding must be tagged w/ required
info
3
JSA Formats Available
JSA Long Form
Green Card (Short form)
Crane Card
(Yellow form)
4 & 6 Feet
(Fall through opening or from
work elevation respectively
requiring fall protection)
Communication is key to all operations

Review job scope & environment
Identify potential hazards
Develop Quality JSAs, follow & revise
appropriately
(Use Hazard ID Tool)
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Safe Work
Practice
Magic
Number
Simultaneous
Operations
(SimOps)
2 or more
(number of concurrent
operations requiring SimOps
Plan)
10 & 35 Feet
Hot Work
(distance requiring shut-in or

shielding respectively, of well
bay or production area)
Lifting and
Rigging
Sling service life, replace after

5 years from certification date.
Heavy Lift Inspection good for
21 days.
5 years & 21 day
Several Days
Electrical
(Lead time to get Energized

Electrical Work Permit)
Documentation
Specific Training &

Equipment
Key Points
JSA & PTW

SimOps Plan Form
Risk Exposure part of SimOps Plan
Form
SimOps Operations Checklist
SimOps Log
Verification
POCIT Process Review
Training:
ERTC Super Sessions (Awareness
Only)
HES Drilling Seminar
Equipment:
NA
Communication
Utilization of Plan Form
Precaution & Action Guidelines
Awareness
SimOps Log Execution
Weekly use of SimOps Checklist to
ensure compliance w/ Plan.
JSA & PTW

Daily Welding Hot Work Permit
Daily Non-welding Hot Work Permit
Verification
Training:
Gas Detector
ERTC Hands-on Fire Fighting
Equipment:
Gas Detector
Fire Retardant Tarps
Fire Fighting Equipment
JSA
Pre-Use Inspection
Monthly Inspection (if required)
Quarterly Inspection (if required)
Annual inspection (Required)
Verification
Training:
Rigger Training (API RP 2D)
required
Crane Operator Training (API RP
2D) required
Refresher training every 4 years.
JSA
Qualified Operator Classifications
Training:
Electrical Safety
First Aid/CPR
Equipment:
Proper Rated & tested PPE
FRC
JSA & PTW

Energized Electrical Work
Verification
Guidance on Application of GFCIs in
Non-Hazardous and Hazardous
Areas
NFPA 70E (Standard for Electrical
Safety in the Workplace)
On-Site Reviewer
Dedicated Fire Watch
Red Fire Retardant Tarps
Inspect Area
Continuously Test for Gas
Utilize GOM Guidelines for Hot
Work In and/or On Pressure Vessel
for Procedure Development
Qualified Individual
De-energized
Energized Work Permit
Use of proper PPE
10 Ft. Rule
57
Safe Work
Practice
Confined
Space
Magic
Number
2-Types
Non-Permit
Permit Required
Bypassing
Critical
Protections
(FBM)
Only The Minimum

Required
(for Start-up, Testing or
Maintenance)
Excavation
12 Inches
The GOM Excavation Permit
is required for all excavations
and trenches where
equipment is utilized and soil
is removed to a depth greater
than 12 inches.
Documentation
Specific Training &

Equipment
Key Points
JSA & PTW

Hazard Evaluation
Worksheet
Confined Space Entry
Permit
Written Rescue Plan
LMS CBTs & Field
Competency Verification
Training:
Contractors Specific
Entrants, Attendants, Entry
Supervisor
SCBA
Respirator
Rescue
Equipment:
Gas Detectors
SCBAs
Respirator
Rescue
Entrants must be specified on

Permit
Anyone entering a Confine
Space Requires Specific
Training
JSA
Site Specific Monitoring
Procedures
FBM Startup Procedures
LMS CBTs & Field
Training:
ERTC Super Session
CBT
Equipment:
Tags
Boards
There are NO exceptions to

flagging a bypassed Safety
Device. This includes MMS
inspections, internal company
inspections and monthly
inspections.
JSA & PTW

Excavation Permit
Hazardous Atmosphere
Evaluation
Call before you dig- One
Call system
LMS CBTs & Field
Training:
Competent Person
Qualified Gas Tester
Qualified Operator of
Excavation Equipment
Registered Professional
Engineer
Protect personnel who enter

excavations by using support
systems.
Personnel performing work shall
be trained and competent in the
roles for which they are
responsible.
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You are trusted to lead safety

2012 Chevron U.S.A. Inc.

Two Key Principles:

1. Operate within design and

6. Maintain integrity of dedicated

2. Operate in a safe and controlled

7. Comply with all applicable rules

3. Ensure safety devices are in

8. Address abnormal conditions.

4. Follow safe work practices and

9. Follow written procedures for

Purpose, Scope & Objectives

Confined Space Entry

Lifting and Rigging

Electrical Safe Work Practice pg. 52

such things as Hot Work, Confined Space, Hull Entry, etc,

identity, nature and extent of the job, the hazards involved,

from potential risks such as hazardous substances and

2012 Chevron U.S.A. Inc.

Person Leading Work

Competent in Chevron Safe Work Practices

2012 Chevron U.S.A. Inc.

Person Leading Work: Key Points

We will complete this job incident free by

Ensures high quality JSAs

Engage the entire team in developing the JSA

Collaborates and coaches throughout job

We will exercise Stop Work Authority as

Communicate and collaborate with PLWs of other

We will report incidents immediately, no

Verify throughout the job that the JSA is being

Be engaged throughout the job. Look for and

Plan the work with the crew

Identify permits, Safe Work Practices and

Engage crew and platform operators in

Provide positive reinforcement and coaching during

Ensure that the right number of people, skill

Recognize SWA exercised by the team as well

2012 Chevron U.S.A. Inc.

Provides performer feedback to the crew

Permit to Work (PTW)

Permit to Work (PTW) authorizes activities within the

2012 Chevron U.S.A. Inc.

Permit to Work: Key Points

There is a transfer of work and responsibilities from one group to another; or

If the Area Controller determines permit is required; or

The work has significant potential for injury or incident; or

2012 Chevron U.S.A. Inc.

Permit to Work: Key Points

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2012 Chevron U.S.A. Inc.

Hazard Analysis: Key Points

Use Hazard ID Tool

Use Behavior Based Safety (BBS Gator Observations)

Simultaneous Operations is defined as performing two

2012 Chevron U.S.A. Inc.

2012 Chevron U.S.A. Inc.

When developing a SimOps plan, a Risk Assessment must be

Responsibility of project initiator: Operations Engineer,

Responsibility of Person in Charge (PIC), Facility Rep, Drill

Responsibility of Person in Charge (PIC)

Responsibility of Person in Charge (PIC)

Isolation of Hazardous Energy

This lock-out and tag-out process is intended to