Oil and Gas Safety 101: ⚠️ Being Aware of Hazards While Working in the Oil Field [Training Basics]

Summary

This video provides essential safety tips for workers in the oil and gas industry, focusing on key hazards and how to mitigate them. It covers vital steps like ensuring emergency contacts are informed, performing safety checks, wearing the appropriate PPE, and understanding potential risks on-site, such as H2S exposure, wildlife, and temperature hazards. The video emphasizes the importance of communication, situational awareness, and following safety protocols to ensure workers return home safely at the end of each day.

Takeaways

• 😀 Ensure emergency contacts know your location and estimated time of return, especially in areas with no cellular service.
• 😀 Complete safety training and get permission from the operating company before leaving the truck.
• 😀 Check for H2S signage on location and record lease name and coordinates for emergencies.
• 😀 Turn on your H2S monitor and allow time for it to calibrate before starting work.
• 😀 Be mindful of animals and owners' property when opening gates and entering sites.
• 😀 Always close the gate after entering and park upwind with an unobstructed exit path.
• 😀 Wear appropriate PPE such as a hard hat, safety glasses, FR clothing, and safety footwear.
• 😀 Turn on and properly attach your H2S monitor within 9 inches below your breathing zone.
• 😀 Conduct a tailgate safety meeting, covering primary/secondary muster points and weather considerations.
• 😀 Always use walkways and avoid stepping on berms to prevent slips, trips, falls, and pinch points.
• 😀 Immediately stop work and report any oil spills to the lease operator; always assume equipment may be hot and proceed cautiously.

Q & A

What should you do if your work site doesn't have cellular service?

You should inform your emergency contacts of your location and estimated time of return to ensure they can track your whereabouts.

What requirements must you fulfill before leaving the truck on a drilling site?

You must have permission from the operating company and complete their safety training requirements before exiting the truck.

Why is it important to check for H2S signage on site?

H2S (Hydrogen Sulfide) is a hazardous gas, so checking for signage helps identify its presence, ensuring you're prepared to handle the risks associated with it.

How can you ensure that emergency responders can locate you quickly in case of an emergency?

Note the lease name and coordinates on the lease sign, either by taking a photo or writing it down, so that responders can easily find your location.

What safety step should you take with your H2S monitor before starting work?

Make sure to turn on your H2S monitor and allow it time to calibrate before beginning any work.

What should you be cautious of when opening the gate to the site?

Be aware of cattle or other animals on site, and respect the property of the owner. Always close the gate after entering and leaving.

Where should you park your vehicle upon arriving at the site?

Park upwind of the site with an unobstructed path of exit, ensuring you're not blocking any other vehicles.

What personal protective equipment (PPE) should be worn on site?

You should wear a hardhat, safety glasses, FR clothing, and safety footwear. Some locations may also require hearing protection.

Why is it important to conduct a tailgate safety meeting?

The tailgate safety meeting ensures that everyone on site is aware of the safety checklist, including the identification of primary and secondary muster points, and weather considerations.

What are some important things to keep in mind when walking around the site?

Always use the walkways, avoid stepping on the berm, and stay alert for potential hazards like slips, trips, falls, and pinch points.

What should you do if you spot an oil spill on the site?

Immediately stop work and report the oil spill to the lease operator to prevent further hazards.

How should you handle equipment or areas that might be hot on site?

You should use a temperature gun or trace the pipes to check for heat. If you're unsure, proceed with caution and assume it's hot.

What precautions should you take when approaching closed containers and sheds?

Always approach closed containers and sheds cautiously, as they could present unexpected dangers, and remain alert for snakes or other wildlife.