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BP Team Alaska

AlaskaSafetyHandbook

BP Exploration (Alaska) Inc.

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Task Risk Assessment (TRA) Principles The basic stages for task risk assessment are as follows:

• Hazard Identification - Identify the task, jobsite and process hazards that could cause harm using the sources of energy chart

• Risk Assessment - Assess the risk that may arise from the hazards to identify the level of risk, including who or what could be affected

• Risk control - Reduce risk by agreeing on suitable controls to eliminate or reduce the risk

• Documentation - Document the hazards and controls in a standard TRA format

• Record Approvals – Record approval of the TRA • Communicate – Communicate the hazards and controls

to all personnel involved in performing the task • Monitor the job – Monitor the job and identify any new

hazards that may be introduced during or because of the activity

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The eight elements of OMS help to deliver safe, responsible and reliable BP operating activity as we continuously improve performance. The eight elements are divided into 48 sub elements, which outline the specific operating activities that have to be completed. The OMS elements covered by the ASH are 3.0 Risk and 4.0 Procedures.

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4.1 Procedures and Practices4.2 Management of Change4.3 Information Management and Document Control4.4 Incident Management4.5 Control of Work4.6 Crisis and Continuity Management and Emergency Response

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IntroductionThe goals of the BP Group for Health, Safety and the Environment are simply stated - no accidents, no harm to people, and no damage to the environment. This new version of the BP Team Alaska Safety Handbook (ASH) is a vital tool for every person who works in our Alaska operations to allow us to achieve these health, safety and environmental (HSE) goals.

The 2014 BP ASH is a distillation of the key standards and procedures used at BP Exploration (Alaska) Inc. (BPXA) that are essential to safely perform work. It explains your safety responsibilities and the responsibilities of your co-workers, as well as the responsibilities and obligations of your supervisors.

This is the latest edition of the Alaska Safety Handbook, which has been used across BP’s North Slope operations since 1996. The notable changes in the 2014 BP ASH are driven by the need to better identify risks and significantly reduce those risks in our operations.

My goal and the goal of the BP Alaska Leadership Team is to provide each of you with a safe workplace. Excellent safety performance is an essential component of building and maintaining a sustainable business and we should be proud of the significant progress since the last ASH update to remove risk from our business. Our number one priority is to conduct each and every operational activity in a safe and reliable manner - to deliver on the goal of “no accidents, no harm to people and no damage to the environment”.

The 2014 BP ASH is a key reference tool that will help ensure a safe workplace. To keep yourself and your co-workers safe, please ensure that your behaviors and work habits incorporate the referenced safety standards and procedures, and always remember that every person has the obligation to “Stop the Job” if something doesn’t look or seem right.

Please contact your supervisor or your BPXA Safety Advisor if you have any questions regarding this handbook or how the standards and procedures contained within will be implemented in your area.

Janet Weiss

Regional PresidentBP Exploration (Alaska), Inc.


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Table of Contents Introduction .........................................................................1Table of Contents................................................................3Telephone Numbers ...........................................................7Purpose and Responsibilities ........................................... 11

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Section I Safety and Guiding Principles............. 13Safety ...............................................................................15Guiding Principles.............................................................15The HSE Basics ...............................................................16Supervisor Safety Expectations .......................................17Individual Safety Expectations..........................................18Safety / Programs and Policies ........................................19BP Golden Rules of Safety ...............................................19Control of Work (CoW) .....................................................23Department of Transportation (DOT) Regulations ............23Incident Investigations ......................................................24 Industrial Hygiene (IH) Program .......................................25Asbestos ...........................................................................25Benzene ...........................................................................25Hazard Communication ....................................................25Noise ................................................................................26Lead..................................................................................26Naturally Occurring Radioactive Material (NORM) ...........27Respiratory Protection ......................................................27Integrity Management (IM) ...............................................28Process Safety Management (PSM) ............................. . 28General and Personal Safety ......................................... 30General Safety Requirements .. .......................................30Cold Related Injuries ........................................................33Cold Weather Protection Requirements ...........................34Fall Protection Requirements .. ........................................34Fire Protection ..................................................................35Housekeeping Practices. ..................................................36Ladder Safety ...................................................................37Lifting and Carrying Procedures ............................... ...... 37Materials Storage .............................................................38Office and Camp Safety.. ..................................................38 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)..............................40Smoking............................................................................45


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Tool Usage........................................................................45Working Over or Near Water ............................................46

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Section II Programs and Work Practices ........... 47Air Travel ..........................................................................48Fixed Wing Aircraft Travel.................................................48Helicopter Travel...............................................................49Helicopter Travel Offshore ................................................49Cam and Groove Fittings (Cam locks) .............................50Compressed Gas Cylinders..............................................51Defeated Safety Device ....................................................51Driving Safety ...................................................................52Safe Driving Rules ............................................................52Electrical Hazards.............................................................55Fired Heater......................................................................56Flammable Liquids and Hazardous Materials ..................56Flammable Liquids Transfer .......................................... . 56Hardline ................................................................. ..........57Heavy Equipment Safety .................................................57Hot Tapping and In-Service Welding ............................... 57Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S)....................................................58Iron Sulfide .................................................................. .....58Hydrostatic Testing......... ..................................................59Impedance Pipe Thaw..... .................................................59Management of Change (MOC) .......................................59Permitting ........................................................................61Permit to Work................. .................................................62BPXA Endicott................. .................................................63BPXA Milne Point .............................................................63BPXA Northstar ................................................................63Rig/Well Work ...................................................................63Breaking Containment / Cold Work Breaking Containment (CWBC). ..................................................64Confined Space Entry (CSE) ......................................... . 66Energized Electrical Work ................................................68Energy Isolation / Process, Electrical, Instrumentation and control isolations (ICC) ................69Ground Disturbance and Excavation ................................71Hot Work Open Flame (HW) andHot Work Spark Potential (HWSP) ...................................72Lifting Operations .............................................................73


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Unit Work/Cold Work (CW) .......................................... .... 74Well Work Transfer.......... .................................................76Pigging Operations ...........................................................77Pressure or Non-Pressure Rated Mechanical Pipe Plugs .....................................................78Scaffold .............................................................................79Snow Removal .................................................................80Static Electricity Hazards ............................................ .....81Steam Hazards and Requirements ..................................82 Structural Penetration .......................................................84Structures (Portable/Temporary/Permanent) ....................84Hazard Warning............... .................................................85(Tags, Flags, Barricades, and Signs)................................85Water Travel and Operations .......................................... 86Commercial Diving Operations .........................................86Crew Boat or Hovercraft Operations ............................... 87Material / Personnel Transfer between Offshore Facilities & Watercraft .......................................................87

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Section III Charts, Tables and Formulas ............ 89ANSI Flange Pressure Rating - Table ...............................90Bolt Tightening Sequence.................................................91Conversion Constants.... ..................................................92Conversion Factors ..........................................................94Feet Head of Water to PSI ...............................................96Fresh Water Pressure Tables ...........................................97Gas Properties Chart ........................................................98 Hazard Communications Pictograms ...............................99Rigging Table ..................................................................100Synthetic Webbing Slings .......................................... ....101Standard Hand Signals for Crane Operators..................102Soil Types and Slope Requirements ..............................103Wind Chill Chart..............................................................104Working On or Near Live Parts .......................................105Policy and Procedures References ................................106Glossary ......................................................................... 114Index ...............................................................................125Alaska Safety Handbook Amendment Proc....................127Hazard Recognition ........................................... Back Cover


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Telephone Numbers

BP Exploration (Alaska) Inc.

AnchorageEmergency .......................... 9-911 or 564-5111 or 2222Security Control Room (Non-Emergency) ........564-5954Safety Programs ...............................................564-4672Senior Industrial Hygienist ................................564-5069Medical .............................................................564-5218Alaska Regional Hospital.................................. 276-1131Providence Hospital.......................................... 562-2211

Endicott (Duck Island Unit)Emergency (On-Site Direct Dial) ................... 911 / 6900Emergency (Off-Site or Cell) ...........................659-6900Spill Reporting ................................................659-6800Safety ...............................................................659-6666Industrial Hygiene ............................................659-4470Endicott Medical ...............................................659-6806Environmental...................................659-6541/659-6810Security/Telecommunications ...........................659-6800Control Room ..................................................659-6700

Milne PointEmergency (On-Site)................................................ 911Emergency (From Off Field, or Cell) ...............670-3399Spill Reporting ................................................670-3300Environmental...................................670-3473/670-3382Fire Chief ..........................................................670-3474Industrial Hygiene .............................................659-4470Medical .............................................................670-3324Safety ...............................................................670-3332Security (Front Desk)........................................670-3300Paging System .................................................670-3471


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NorthstarEmergency (On Island) ............................................ 911Emergency (Off Island) ...................................670-3500Spill Reporting ..................................................670-3315Environmental...................................670-3508/659-6810Industrial Hygiene .............................................659-4470Medical .............................................................670-3545Safety ...............................................................670-3509Security Dispatch..............................................659-5631

Greater Prudhoe BayEmergency (On-Site)................................................ 911Emergency Dispatch EOA ...............................659-5300Emergency Dispatch WOA ..............................659-4222Spill Reporting ................................................659-5700Safety ...............................................................659-4457Environmental...................................................659-5196Industrial Hygiene .............................................659-4470Spill Reporting ..................................................659-5700MCC Security ...................................................659-5631BOC Security ....................................................659-4441PBOC Security .................................................659-5634BOC Medical ....................................................659-4315MCC Medical ....................................................659-5239

ConocoPhillips Alaska Inc.- KuparukEmergency ......................................................659-7300Spill Reporting ................................................670-4002Security.............................................................659-7997Environmental ..................................................659-7242Spill Response Coordinator ..............................659-7997Safety ...............................................................659-7593


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Alpine (Colville River Unit)Emergency ...........................................911 or 670-4900Spill Reporting ................................................670-4002Safety ...............................................................670-4756Environmental...................................................670-4200Spill Response..................................................670-4002Emergency Services Assistant Chief ................670-4752Security.............................................................670-4704Medic (Non-Emergency)...................................670-4100Industrial Hygiene .............................................659-7812Weather ............................................................670-2210Paging ..............................................................670-4930

Badami (Savant Alaska LLC)Emergency/Spills..................................... 911/659-1200Environmental/Spill Response..........................659-1243Lead Maintenance Operator .............................659-1321Control Room ...................................................659-1300

Alyeska Pipeline (TAPS)Pump Station 1 .................................................659-2637

ExxonMobil (Point Thompson) ...................670-8917

Eni (Nikaitchuq) ..............................................670-8500

Pioneer (Oooguruk) ......................................670-6500


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Purpose and Responsibilities

PurposeThe purpose of this handbook is to provide a quick and handy reference for many safety and health policies and operating practices for all BPXA and contractor employees who work at facilities and areas operated by BPXA. The BP ASH is based on controlled procedures and policies, paper copies of the ASH are not controlled and may not reflect changes to procedures and policies that are made after the printing of this handbook. The controlled procedure or policy covering a particular activity is the definitive reference and must always be followed.

BPXA requires contractor companies to have their own health and safety programs. When the policies, procedures or programs differ from BPXA’s, contractor employees must follow the more stringent standard of either their company’s or BPXA’s policy or procedure covering the work activity or task.

Compliance with all applicable laws and regulations is always a requirement. Please speak to supervisor or a BPXA Safety Advisor if you have questions regarding the appropriate procedure or policy for a particular work activity. The controlled version of this handbook can be found at http://alaska.bpweb.bp.com

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Responsibilities People who work at every BPXA site are expected to be committed to achieving our health, safety, technical integrity and environmental goals. These goals, summarized in the simple statement, “No accidents, no harm to people and no damage to the environment”, are fundamental throughout the BP Group, and are the centerpiece and continual reminder of our commitment to health, safety, security and environmental (HSSE) performance. The BP Group commitment to HSSE can be found in the BP OMS web library, document GFD0.0 0001-01.

We are committed to providing all BPXA employees and contractor employees who work on our premises with a


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safe and secure work environment where no one is subject to unnecessary risk. The BP Operating Management System (OMS) is the framework that establishes the expectations and requirements to deliver safe, reliable and efficient operations. OMS is the umbrella for all other BPXA, standards, procedures, practices and management systems such as Control of Work, Process Safety, Integrity Management, and the 8 Golden Rules of Safety.

We recognize that safe operations depend not only on technically sound plant and equipment, but also on competent people and an active HSE culture. No activity is so important that it cannot be done safely! However, simply obeying safety rules is not enough. BPXA’s commitment to safety means that each of us needs to be alert and aware of safety risks as we do our jobs, regardless of whether the job is simple or complex.

All BP and contractor employees shall be properly trained to perform the work they have been assigned. Employers are responsible for reviewing the scope of work for every job and determining which BP-specific and General Industry training requirements apply to that work, including consideration of work location(s) and working conditions. All applicable training shall be completed prior to commencing that work activity. Training policy and source information for contractor employees is available at [email protected].


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Safety Safety is identifying and eliminating or minimizing occupa-tional safety and health risks. Management has the principal responsibility for safety, and all employees and contractors share an obligation for safety.

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Guiding Principles • Injuries and occupational illnesses are preventable.

• Safety is fundamental to the conduct of our business.

• Employee involvement, feedback, and recognition are fundamental to safety.

• Safe behavior is doing the job right.

• Management is responsible for visibly and consistently establishing safety as a priority.

• Management is responsible and accountable for the safety of employees, contractors, and the general public.

• Employees and contractors are responsible and accountable for their actions.

• Employees and contractors have an obligation, without fear of reprisal, to notify management of apparent hazards, and they have the right to receive timely and adequate responses.


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The HSe Basics The HSE Basics are a natural progression from the safety guiding principles and as such support alignment with our safety goals. The HSE Basics define fundamental expectations, accountabilities and actions so that BPXA’s safety objective of an injury free workplace can be achieved. The HSE Basics are as follows:

As a condition of employment while working on any BP site, you must:

• Risk assess all work • Stop the job and reassess risk when conditions change • Follow the relevant procedures • Understand and follow BP’s 8 Golden rules • Know and wear required PPE for the job

- Eye protection- Traction devices- Gloves Hearing protection

• Adhere to the BPXA driving policy including- Use of seat belts- While driving no phones or two way radios

• Use handrails on stairwells • Report all HSE incidents

It’s about protecting people, environment and equipment

Accountability • When working at any BP site, you are accountable for

following the HSE Basics • Supervisors are accountable for ensuring:

- A safe work site for their personnel - Their team follows the HSE Basics

• Everyone must stop any unsafe act they see!

Consequences A failure to comply with these rules may result in discipline up to and including termination.

For details refer to the BPXA Coaching and Discipline Policy found on the BP People website. https://bppeople.bpweb.bp.com/irj/portal

Contractors have similar policies which they need to refer to.


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Supervisor Safety expectations The Supervisor is responsible for the safety of the operation. Production goals will be accomplished by following safe operations. The Supervisor is expected to:

• Set an example for employees to follow.

• Know the job and have a thorough knowledge of the hazards associated with each operation.

• Communicate safe work practices to each employee.

• Hold and document periodic safety meetings.

• Thoroughly and promptly investigate and report all injuries, near misses, and incidents, and ensure that corrective action has taken place.

• Perform frequent safety assessments to ensure that safe conditions exist and that safe practices are being followed.

• Ensure that employees know to report all injuries and unsafe conditions or practices.

• Know, support, and inform employees of Company policies and procedures.

• Ensure that all new employees are enrolled in the BPXA New Employee Program prior to reporting to any work assignment.

• Ensure that all employees receive applicable training in the work practices necessary to safely perform their work.

• Ensure their employee’s work hours provide reasonable allowance for rest to minimize fatigue and impaired performance.

• Ensure their employees understand that they have the authority and obligation to stop unsafe work.


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Individual Safety expectations The success of any safety program is based upon all individuals having a positive attitude toward safety and injury prevention. Each individual is expected to:

• Be responsible for the safe performance of the job, both for their personal safety and that of fellow workers. This includes quality risk assessments, the proper use of personal protective equipment, safety equipment, and adhering to safe work practices.

• Only undertake work for which you are trained, competent, medically fit and sufficiently rested and alert to carry out.

• Report promptly every injury, near miss, incidence of fire, and equipment or property damage to their Supervisor.

• Understand that every person working for BPXA including contractors has the authority and obligation to stop unsafe work and report any occurrence to their immediate on-site supervisor.

• Actively participate in safety meetings.

• Make sure you know what to do if an emergency occurs at your place of work.

• Assist in the investigation of incidents as requested by the Supervisor.

• Become familiar with the contents of this Safety Handbook, Company procedures/policies, and pertinent requirements for safe operations.


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Safety / Programs and Policies

BP Golden Rules of Safety BP’s safety policy states no harm to people and no accidents. Everyone who works for, or on behalf of, BP is responsible for their safety and the safety of those around them.

The following safety rules will be strictly enforced to ensure the safety of our people and our communities.

The Golden Rules of Safety cover the following activities:

1. Permit to Work UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC- 01983-2

Before conducting work that involves confined space entry, work on energy systems, and ground disturbance in locations where buried hazards may exist, or hot work in potentially explosive environments, a permit must be obtained that:

• Defines scope of work • Identifies hazards and assesses risk • Establishes control measures to eliminate or mitigate

hazards • Links the work to other associated work permits or

simultaneous operations• Is authorized by the responsible person(s) • Communicates above information to all involved in the

work • Ensures adequate control over the return to normal

operations

2. Energy Isolation Energy Isolation/Safe-out (Control of Hazardous Energy Sources) (BPXA) Practice, UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01797-2

Any isolation of energy systems; mechanical, electrical, process, hydraulic and others, cannot proceed unless:

• The method of isolation and discharge of stored energy are agreed and executed by a competent person(s)

• Any stored energy is discharged • A system of locks and tags is utilized at isolation points


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• A test is conducted to ensure the isolation is effective • Isolation effectiveness is periodically monitored

3. Ground Disturbance UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01990-2

Work that involves a man-made cut, cavity, trench or depression in the earth’s surface formed by earth removal cannot proceed unless:

• A hazard assessment of the work site is completed by the competent person(s).

• All underground hazards, i.e. pipelines, electric cables, etc., have been identified, located and if necessary, isolated.

• Environmental impact/permit need considered. Where persons are to enter an excavation:

• A confined space entry permit must be issued if the entry meets the confined space definition.

• Ground movement must be controlled and collapse prevented by systematically shoring, sloping, benching, etc., as appropriate.

• Ground and environmental conditions must be continuously monitored for change.

4. Confined Space Entry UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01799-2

Entry into any confined space cannot proceed unless:• All other options have been ruled out• Permit is issued with authorization by a responsible

person(s) • Permit is communicated to all affected personnel and

posted, as required • All persons involved are competent to do the work • All sources of energy affecting the space have been

isolated • Testing of atmospheres is conducted, verified and

repeated as often as defined by the risk assessment• Stand-by person is stationed • Unauthorized entry is prevented

5. Working at Heights BPXA Fall Protection Policy UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-00661-2

Working at heights of 2 meters (6 feet) high above the ground cannot proceed unless


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• A fixed platform is used with guard or hand rails, verified by a competent person, or…

• Fall arrest equipment is used that has: - A proper anchor, mounted preferably overhead - Full body harness using double latch self locking

snap hooks at each connection- Synthetic fiber lanyards- Shock absorber

• Fall arrest equipment will limit free fall to 2 meters (6 feet) or less

• A visual inspection of the fall arrest equipment and system is completed and any equipment that is damaged or has been activated is taken out of service

• Person(s) are competent to perform the work

6. Lifting Operations Mobile Crane Critical Lift Procedure UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-00823-2 Lifts utilizing cranes, hoists, or other mechanical lifting devices will not commence unless: • An assessment of the lift has been completed and the

lift method and equipment has been determined by a competent person(s)

• Operators of powered lifting devices are trained and certified for that equipment

• Rigging of the load is carried out by a competent person(s)

• Lifting devices and equipment have been certified for use within the last 12 months (at a minimum)

• Load does not exceed dynamic and/or static capacities of the lifting equipment

• Any safety devices installed on lifting equipment are operational

• All lifting devices and equipment have been visually examined before each lift by a competent person(s)

7. Driving Safety BPXA Practice UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01333-2

All categories of vehicle, including self-propelled mobile plant, must not be operated unless: • Vehicle is fit for purpose, inspected and confirmed to

be in safe working order • Number of passengers does not exceed manufacturer’s

design specification for the vehicle • Loads are secure and do not exceed manufacturer’s

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• Seat belts are installed and worn by all occupants • Safety helmets are worn by riders and passengers

of motorcycles, bicycles, quads, snowmobiles and similar types of vehicles

Drivers must not be authorized to operate the vehicle unless:

• They are trained, certified and medically fit to operate the class of vehicle

• They are not under the influence of alcohol or drugs, and are not suffering from fatigue

• They do not use hand-held cell phones and radios while driving (best practice is to switch off all phones and two-way radios when driving)

8. Management of Change PSM Administrative Man-agement of Change Procedure UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-PSM-0525;

BPXA Technical Management of Change Process UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01715-2;

BPXA Organizational Management of Change Process UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01694-2.

Work arising from temporary and permanent changes to organization, personnel, systems, process, procedures, equipment, products, materials or substances, and laws and regulations cannot proceed unless a Management of Change process is completed, where applicable, to include:

• A risk assessment conducted by all impacted by the change

• Development of a work plan that clearly specifies the timescale for the change and any control measures to be implemented regarding: - Equipment, facilities and process - Operations, maintenance, inspection procedures - Training, personnel and communication - Documentation

• Authorization of the work plan by the responsible person(s) through completion

Make sure you have a thorough understanding and knowledge of the Golden Rules of Safety and procedures associated with them.

8 Golden Rules of Safety, http://safetyandoperations.bpweb.bp.com/en/HSSE/Safety/Go lden_rules/Golden_rules.aspx


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Control of Work (CoW) An effective and systematic Control of Work (CoW) process promotes a work environment where a task or activity can be completed safely, without unplanned loss of containment and without harm to people or the environment, or damage to plant or equipment. The objective of the CoW process is to systematically identify the hazards associated with planned tasks by applying control and mitigation measures so that the task can be performed safely, without incident and without loss of primary containment. To be successful in this objective, personnel holding CoW roles will need to be skilled in Hazard Identification and Task Risk Assessment (HITRA). This capability is foundational in providing a safe system of work required by BPXA and Regulatory Authorities. The requirements are presented in 12 Upstream CoW Elements that build on and align with CoW GDP 4.5-0001 & the requirements outlined in the Upstream CoW EP SDP 4.5 0001 Practice. These will support conformance to the Operating Management System (OMS) Sub-element 4.5 CoW and Group Essential 4.5.1. These requirements cover the means of safely controlling construction, maintenance, demolition, remediation, operating tasks and similar work activities and apply to all employees performing work within an identified CoW role on BPXA premises.

Control of Work (BPXA) Procedure, UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01800-2

Control of Work Group Defined Practice 4.5-0001 __________

Department of Transportation (DoT) Regulations

The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), Pipeline Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA), requires pipeline operators to develop a written qualification program to evaluate the individual’s (both employees and contractors) ability to perform “covered tasks” and to recognize and react to abnormal operating conditions that may be encountered while performing these activities. The BPXA DOT Pipeline Operator Qualification program is designed to ensure that individuals working on regulated pipeline facilities are qualified to perform specific “covered


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tasks” and to reduce the probability and consequences of incidents/accidents. Accordingly, this plan covers pipeline facilities regulated under Part 192 or 195 operated by BPXA. This plan ensures that individuals, who operate, maintain or react to abnormal situations on these pipeline facilities are either “qualified individuals” or under the direct observation of a “qualified individual.” This plan applies to BPXA employees, contractors, sub-contractors and any other entity performing a DOT “covered task” as defined in this plan on behalf of BPXA on a DOT jurisdictional pipeline facility.

The regulations can be found in 49 CFR Part 192 Subpart N (gas) and Part 195 Subpart G (liquid). The oil and gas pipelines on the North Slope have extensive emergency response oversight by multiple agencies.

BPXA DOT Operation Maintenance, Emergency Response (OMER) Hazardous Liquid Pipelines UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-DOT-DOC-00012-2

BPXA DOT Pipeline Operator Qualifications Plan UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-DOT-DOC-00013-2

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Incident Investigations All incidents will be reported, investigated, analyzed and lessons learned from investigations communicated to prevent reoccurrence of similar incidents.

An incident is defined as any unplanned event or occurrence that affects or has the potential to affect the health, safety, or security of people, assets, or the environment.

A Near Miss incident is an undesired event that under slightly different circumstances could have resulted in harm to people, damage to property, or loss to process.

Consult with your HSE Representative if you have any questions.

BPXA Incident Investigation Manual, UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01489-2


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Industrial Hygiene (IH) Program The goal of the Industrial Hygiene Program is the prevention of worker exposures to harmful agents in the workplace. Key elements are anticipation, recognition, evaluation, and control of workplace health hazards. Health hazards on the North Slope are evaluated by the Industrial Hygiene program. Key health hazards you should be aware of are:

Asbestos Asbestos is present in North Slope facilities. Overexposure to asbestos causes lung cancer and lung disease. Materials that are suspected to contain asbestos must be tested before these materials are disturbed.

Materials that may contain asbestos include - pipe insulation; insulation sealants and mastics; gaskets; brake pads; tank insulation; pyrocrete and other fireproofing; flow line anchor blocks; floor tiles and mastics; drywall joint compound; roofing materials; and valve packing.

Only trained workers may sample materials and remove asbestos-containing materials.

BPXA Asbestos Management Procedure, UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-00397-2

Benzene Benzene is present in crude oil and other production fluids. It can be present in higher concentrations in certain process streams, such as gas dehydration and NGL systems.

Long term overexposure to benzene can cause cancer.

Air purifying respirators with organic vapor cartridges should be worn whenever production processes are opened, unless direct reading instruments show levels of benzene below 0.3 parts per million (ppm). Supplied air respirators are required if benzene is present above 15 ppm.

Benzene Control Procedure, UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-00768-2

Hazard Communication The Hazard Communication Program provides personnel with information to enable them to protect themselves from hazardous chemicals and physical agents. Safety Data


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Sheets (SDS’s) are required for all hazardous chemicals, and all containers are required to be labeled with the chemical name and hazards. New chemicals must go through the New Chemical Evaluation process before they are brought to the North Slope.

New Chemical Evaluation Procedure


https://wss2.bp.com/HSSE2/NCE_Procedure/default.aspx

BPXA Hazard Communication Program, UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01710-2

Noise Noise is the most common health hazard on the North Slope. Hearing protection is required in most production areas.

Single hearing protection is required in areas where noise levels exceed 82 dB(A). Properly fitted plugs provide the best protection. Double hearing protection (muffs and plugs) is required in areas of 100 dB(A) or more. Time spent in these areas should be limited. Production facilities are posted with the level of hearing protection required. It is recommended that employees wear hearing protection at all times when working in production/process areas since exposure to noise levels greater than 82 dB(A) may be encountered at any time throughout a facility.

Hearing Conservation Procedure, UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-00769-2

Lead Lead can be present in painted surfaces on North Slope facilities. Coatings are to be tested for lead before grinding, sanding, welding, or other work that can create airborne lead. Specific work practices are to be followed if coatings containing lead will be removed.

Contact Industrial Hygienist for the current “Lead Negative Exposure Assessment” for work methods that do not create lead exposures above regulatory limits.

Lead Management Program, UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01796-2


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Naturally Occurring Radioactive Material (NORM) NORM can be present as a scale or sludge inside down-hole tubing, surface piping, valves, pumps and vessels.

Radiation from NORM is only harmful if dust from sludge and scale is created and inhaled. NORM surveys should be done prior to entering tanks or vessels that have been in production service, and prior to removing scale or sludge from piping, valves and pumps. Specific PPE and work practices are required of workers handling NORM. Refer to the Naturally Occurring Radioactive Material (NORM) Procedure for requirement details.

Naturally Occurring Radioactive Material (NORM) Procedure, UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-00391-2

Respiratory Protection Respirators may be required for some tasks. The L1RA or similar risk assessment process will be used to identify hazards requiring respiratory protection. The Industrial Hygienist or area Safety Advisor will be consulted for assistance in selecting the appropriate level of respiratory protection for the hazards identified. Persons wearing respirators must be medically approved, fit tested, and trained.

Chemical cartridges for air purifying respirators should be changed at the end of the task or at the end of one 12-hour shift, whichever comes first. If the worker detects an odor indicating breakthrough, the cartridge should be changed out immediately.

Respiratory Protection Program, UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-00780-2

Radioactive Sources Devices containing fixed radioactive sources are present in some facilities for level detection and flow measurement. These sources are sealed and do not present a radiation exposure hazard under normal operation. Testing and maintenance of these devices should only be performed by trained, qualified workers. Contact the BP Radiation Safety Officer or Industrial Hygienist for more information. Portable radioactive sources are used to inspect piping and vessels for corrosion. Specially trained contractors perform this


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work. Barriers and signs are erected around radiation areas. Never cross radiation barriers.

North Slope Workplace Exposure Assessment Web Page http://upstreamcollab.bpweb.bp.com/sites/alaskaintranet/SOR /HS/hmih/Pages/Industrial%20Hygiene.aspx

Radioactive Devices Containing Sealed Radioactive Sources, UPS-US-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01712-2

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Integrity Management (IM) IM covers designing, constructing, operating and maintaining plant assets, facilities and floating structures throughout their lifecycle to prevent injury to people or damage to the environment. The intent is to prevent loss of containment, structural failure or unintended release of stored energy.

Integrity Management GDP 5.0-001 http://omslibrary.bpweb.bp.com/GroupOMSLibrary/Requirement/GDP/GDP_5_0_0001.doc

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Process Safety Management (PSM) The main purpose of the Process Safety Management standard as defined in the Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) regulation 29 CFR 1910.119 is to prevent or minimize the consequences of releases of toxic, reactive, flammable, or explosive chemicals into the work area.

BP also has Group Defined Practices or standards that are very similar to the PSM standard. The BPXA PSM Intranet site

(http://upstreamcollab.bpweb.bp.com/sites/alaskaintranet/S OR/PSRM/PSM/Pages/Applicability.aspx)

provides additional information and links to the BPXA Tier 2 PSM documents. The BPXA Tier 2 PSM documents may also be accessed from ODIE.

Reference/Procedures/Policies BPXA Tier 2 Documents:

Application: UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-PSM-0520

Employee Participation: UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-PSM-0510


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Process Safety Information: UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-PSI-1100

Process Hazard Analysis: UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-PSM-0540

Operating Procedures: Site Operating Practice for SOPs: UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL SOP-0001

Safe Operating Limit Tables: UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-PSM -0502

Restart Procedures for Planned & Emergency-Unplanned Shutdown: UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-PSM-580

Training: UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-PSM-0550

Contractors: UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-PSM-0555

MOC / Pre-Startup Review:

Technical Management of Change: UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-PSM-0526

Administrative Management of Change: UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-PSM-0525

Management of Change Supplement - CIC Chemical Change: UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-PSM-0002-A

PM MOC Attachment: UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-PSM-0003-A

Pre-Startup Safety Review: UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-PSM-0530

Mechanical Integrity: UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-PSM-0500

Incident Investigation: UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-PSM-0565

Emergency Planning and Response: UPS-US-AK-GPB-ALL-HSE-DOC-00046-3

Compliance Audits: UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-PSM-0575

OSHA Standards:

OSHA 29 CFR 1910.119 Process Safety Management of Highly Hazardous Chemicals.

PSM Trade Secrets

http://upstreamcollab.bpweb.bp.com/sites/alaskaintranet/SOR /PSRM/PSM/Pages/TradeSecrets.aspx


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General and Personal Safety Note: Always be familiar with site-specific safety require-ments.

General Safety RequirementsNo job is so important that you cannot take time to do it safely.

1. Any BPXA or contractor employee who needs to work unescorted within the BP oilfield lease areas on the North Slope (in general - anywhere beyond the BP Security Checkpoint) shall complete, at a minimum, both the NSTC “Unescorted” training program and the BP Alaska Environmental Management System & General Compliance Training course prior to entering the field. Any person who needs to drive a vehicle within the BP oilfield lease areas on the North Slope must also complete driver training according to BPXA Driving Policy (UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01333-2) including completion of the BP Alaska Driving Safety Policies course. Information on how to obtain this training is available at [email protected]. On completion of this program, personnel will be issued a signed NSTC card which is required for the issuance of a BPXA Badge.

2. All non-facility assigned personnel shall get approval and sign in at the facility Control Room or designated location before proceeding into any process area or right-of-way. Contact the facility Control Room for access procedures.

3. Personnel shall also sign out upon completion of work or whenever leaving the facility.

4. Non-intrinsically safe devices, including cellular phones, radios, radio chargers, cameras, flashlights, vehicle remote starts, etc., shall not be carried in classified areas.

5. No work shall be started on any equipment without the knowledge and consent of the person responsible for that area.

6. All personnel shall immediately take necessary action to correct any unsafe actions or conditions and, if appropriate, report them to the responsible Supervisor. (In Individual Safety Expectations)


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7. No equipment shall be operated until the operator has received proper training on that equipment.

8. All flexible tubing, hoses, and lines shall be inspected prior to use. Pay particular attention to the braided outer sheath of lines. Equipment which shows fraying or wear will require replacement.

9. All equipment shall be positioned in such a manner that ensures the equipment’s exhaust does not enter buildings.

10. Compressed air shall not be applied to clothing or personnel.

11. Serious accidents have occurred because injured personnel were wearing jewelry. These injuries may have been caused by contact with hazards such as moving machinery, energized electrical systems, hot surfaces, or less obvious events like catching rings when climbing equipment.

12. The following jewelry guidelines shall be followed to prevent injuries whenever working at an operations facility, site or shop area:

• Finger rings, metal-banded wrist-wear, and other conductive items shall not be worn when performing live electrical work.

• Necklaces or medallions shall be removed or tucked inside clothing so as not to create a hazard.

• Rings shall be removed; taped up or gloves worn over to prevent a catching hazard.

13. Unrestrained long hair shall be controlled whenever working around rotating / moving equipment.

14. Precautions shall be taken to ensure loose clothing or accessories do not pose a hazard whenever working around rotating equipment.

15. Fire extinguishers, alarm boxes, fire doors, air packs, eyewash stations, and all other emergency equipment shall be maintained in good working order and kept clear of obstructions.

16. For air and ground travel to/from and on the North Slope, personnel shall carry the following from October 1 through May 1 or as weather conditions warrant: heavy coat, warm shoes, hat that covers the ears, and gloves or mittens.


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17. Individuals or work groups involved in working outside of a facility shall have radios or other means of communication in their possession.

18. Running in work areas, except during an emergency, is prohibited.

19. When ascending or descending stairways, use the handrail, and take one step at a time.

20. Before work occurs, the Performing Authority will be responsible for identifying and communicating potential hazards to all members involved in completing the work.

21. Always know a safe emergency exit path from your work location.

22. Fighting and horseplay are strictly prohibited on Company property.

23. Illegal substance and alcohol use or possession is prohibited while on BPXA property. All personnel must notify their Supervisor if taking prescription medication that may inhibit their job performance.

24. All visitors will adhere to site specific Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements.

25. Many wells on the North Slope are experiencing subsidence around the wellhead that can lead to surface holes. When working on or near wellheads, be alert for potential gravel subsidence areas. If this occurs, immediately vacate the area and report subsidence locations to the responsible Area Authority for that work area. Restrict access to area until appropriate measures can be taken.

26. If lightning or thunder occurs, suspend all outside activities and immediately seek shelter inside.

27. Work on or near North Slope constructed pipelines adds inherent risk to personnel. Slugging liquids or gas can result in rapid pipe movement, resulting in an entrapment or crush hazard to individuals or parts of the body placed between pipelines / flowlines and other adjacent structures. Adherence to the Pipeline & Flowline Safe Work Procedure - Slugging Line Precautions is mandatory for safe operations.

Pipeline & Flowline Safe Work Procedure - Slugging Line Precautions Document Number: UPS-US-AK-GPB-ALL-HSE-DOC-00024-2


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Cold Related InjuriesOur best defense against cold related injuries is to prioritize and limit our outside work during temperature and wind chill extremes, and to use the correct PPE for any outside work. Pay special attention to protection of the face & head, hands, wrists, and feet. Gloves with gauntlets should be used to prevent exposed skin areas between the jacket and gloves.

Hypothermia Hypothermia is the lowering of the body core temperature to the point where it is no longer functioning properly. Symptoms include intense shivering, poor coordination, stumbling, loss of memory, thickness of speech and drowsiness. Hypothermia is insidious, and left untreated, may result in collapse and death.

Dehydration, or the loss of body fluids, occurs gradually in the cold environment and may increase the susceptibility of workers to cold injury due to a significant change in blood flow to the extremities. Warm, sweet drinks and soups should be taken to the work site to provide caloric intake and fluid volume. Taking certain medication or drugs such as nicotine, or caffeine because of their diuretic circulatory effects can increase susceptibility to cold. Workers with a cold, or flu, or certain diseases, such as diabetes, heart, vascular, and thyroid problems may be more susceptible to the winter elements. Becoming exhausted or immobilized, especially due to injury can speed up the effects of cold weather.

It is important to note that most hypothermia cases are reported during cool weather.

Treatment

Prevent further heat loss, contact emergency services, and transport as soon as possible as directed to a medical facility.

Frostbite Frostbite is the freezing of body tissue. It may range from minor injury (“frost nip”) to complete freezing of an extremity. Untreated frostbitten areas will first become reddened, and then become gray or white, particularly on exposed ear lobes, cheeks, or nose. Left untreated, the skin becomes numb and dead white. Watch co-workers for signs of frostbite.

Treatment

Transport as soon as possible to a medical facility.


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Cold Weather Protection Requirements

Each person is responsible for wearing and / or carrying adequate winter gear while on the North Slope during winter (October 1 through May 1) months. At a minimum, each person must have a warm heavy coat or jacket with a hood or with a hat that covers the ears, warm gloves and warm substantial footwear. Additionally, winter gear requirements are dependent upon job duties and risk assessment.

For any outside work scheduled when the wind chill is in the 5-minute frost bite section of the Wind Chill Chart (see page 104), at a minimum, a Safety Time Out / Level 1 Task Risk Assessment (L1 TRA) should be held to determine if the work is of such a high priority that it should be performed in such severe conditions.

Personal Protective Equipment (BPXA) Program UPS-US-AK ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-00599-2

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Fall Protection Requirements Tasks which fall under OSHA’s construction standard require a fall prevention system or personal fall arrest system when a person has a potential to fall 6 feet or greater.

Tasks which fall under OSHA’s general industry standard

require that guards or protective measures are in place if there is a drop of 4 feet or more from: holes in walls or floors; chute wall openings; window wall openings at a stairway landing, floor, platform or balcony; temporary wall openings; open sided floor or platforms; or runways.

In cases where work is being conducted above dangerous equipment such as moving parts, sharp edges, and regardless of distance between the worker and the equipment, safeguards shall be in place to protect workers from falls.

BPXA Fall Protection Program, UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-00661-2


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Fire Protection

Response Procedures In case of fire, the following procedure should be used:

1. Summon help by whatever means available.

2. Do not fight fires beyond the initial stage unless you are trained and equipped to do so as a part of a fire department/brigade or emergency response team. Do not fight a fire before alerting someone else.

3. Fire fighting should be limited to trained personnel and must be conducted within the limits of the individual’s training and experience.

Suppression Equipment Available Fire extinguishing methods at BPXA facilities include but are not limited to:

1. Fire Extinguishers

Some portable fire extinguishers are of primary value on only one class of fire; some are suitable on two or three classes. None are suitable for all five classes of fire.

Portable extinguishers carry markings indicating classes of fires on which they should be used. Color-coding is part of the identification system. The triangle (Class A) is green, the square (Class B) is red, the circle (Class C) is blue, the five pointed star (Class D) is yellow and the octagon (Class K) is black.


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2. Water

• Hose Streams • Automatic Sprinkler System • Fire Response Vehicles • Fine Water Mist • Foam

3. Gaseous Agents

• Extinguishers• Fixed Systems (includes Halon, FE13 and Novec

1230) Halon 1301 (bromotrifluoromethane) is a colorless, odorless and electrically non-conductive gas.

FE13 (triflouromethane), a colorless, odorless and electrically non-conductive gas, is a replacement of Halon 1301.

Novec 1230 is a fire suppressant liquid agent.

Detection Equipment Available Numerous types of fire, smoke, and gas detectors are installed in BPXA facilities. Employees are responsible for understanding the type of detection, suppression and associated alarms in their work areas.

Evacuation/Emergency Procedures All BPXA facilities have specific emergency and evacuation procedures. If you are not sure as to your specific role or action, check with facility management prior to proceeding with any work.

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Housekeeping Practices 1. All passageways, entryways, aisles, stairs, storerooms,

service rooms, and work areas shall be kept:

• Clean and unobstructed; • Free of ice, or treated with sand, etc., to prevent

slipping injuries. 2. All waste and debris shall be removed from the work

area and recycled or disposed of properly.

3. Spills shall be reported and cleaned up promptly in accordance with environmental and safety guidelines.

4. Aisles shall be clear and unobstructed to allow for immediate access with fire protection equipment.


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5. Cords, cables, or hoses should be routed overhead or underneath the grating rather than across doorways or walkways.

6. The area around buildings and unit operating areas shall be kept clean and free of unnecessary materials.

7. Flammable liquids in buildings or operating areas shall be kept to a minimum and stored in approved metal containers with appropriate labeling.

8. Rags or waste containing flammable materials shall be put into approved metal safety waste cans immediately after use. Waste cans shall be emptied daily.

9. Outside food waste receptacles must have animal-proof lids.

10. Inside food waste receptacles shall be emptied daily and kept clean and sanitary.

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Ladder Safety The purpose of the Ladder Use and Inspection procedure is to provide instruction on proper ladder use and inspection requirements for portable and fixed ladders.

Ladder Use and Inspection Procedure UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01870-2

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Lifting and Carrying Procedures Manual lifting and handling of material must be performed using methods that ensure the safety of the individual. Engineering solutions, where feasible, are the preferred method of control for lifting hazards. Whenever a job requires lifting and carrying of tools or materials, the on-site hazards assessment for the job should address techniques to eliminate, control or protect against the risks. Focusing on the energy sources of gravity and motion can help identify possible hazards.

• Use mechanical lifting methods when available• Know the weight of the item to be lifted • Be trained in proper manual lifting techniques• Do a L1RA for manual lifting where required by Manual

Weight Limit Procedure

BPXA Manual Lift Weight Limit Procedure UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01748-2


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Materials Storage 1. Materials shall be safely piled, stacked and limited in

height so that they are stable and secure to prevent sliding or collapse.

2. Material shall not be stored under stairways.

3. Storage racks shall be rated and the load rating shall be marked and readily visible.

4. Use blocks to prevent materials from rolling.

5. Cross-tie bags and sacks when stacking, store lumber on stable foundation and cross-tie at intervals, and use racks or chocks to store pipe or bar stock.

6. Do not lean sheet metal against walls or columns, but store on edge in racks or on sleepers.

7. Do not store stacked material higher than 18 inches below the sprinkler head height.

8. Use or storage of Class “A” (trash, wood and paper) materials in classified areas should be kept to a minimum.

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office and Camp Safety

Introduction

In addition to the other procedures/precautions in this Handbook, the following general safety precautions must be followed when working in an office environment. However, there may be site-specific procedures or requirements for your work location. Check with the local Safety, Health, and Environmental group or Building Operations.

Orientation

Personnel reporting to any Company office / camp complex for the first time shall receive a site safety orientation.

The following dining area etiquette expectations shall be followed at all North Slope Camps:

All personnel shall use the hand sanitizer provided to help prevent the risk of food borne illness before going through the dining line or into the snack rooms at a minimum.


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All Personnel shall refrain from using MP3 players, laptop, cell phones, handheld radios and other such devices in the dining areas and snack rooms. These devices have been proven to harbor bacteria such as e. Coli and staph.

BPXA Facility Infection Control and Sanitation Procedure (North Slope Operations) Procedure UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01798-2

Precautions

1. All personnel shall be familiar with the location of the fire alarm pull station and fire extinguisher nearest to their workstation or living quarters.

2. All personnel shall become familiar with the appropriate evacuation route(s) for their workstation or living area. Evacuation routes for each floor and building area are clearly marked. Use the stairwell closest to your office or living quarters to evacuate.

3. During fire alarms, Floor Wardens / Security Officers shall make last-minute searches of their areas to ensure all personnel are evacuated. Help the Floor Wardens / Security Officers by clearing the area quickly, and aid them if requested. If a Floor Warden / Security Officer request you to leave an area, do so! If a door is closed, check carefully for high temperature or smoke before opening. Close all doors on your way out.

4. During evacuation, do not use elevators! Use the stairwells, following the exit signs and evacuation drawings. Take your wallet and keys and dress appropriately for current weather conditions. Evacuate to your assigned assembly area.

5. Personnel with a disability / condition that would preclude their ability to evacuate shall inform their Floor Warden or Security. During evacuations, seek shelter in a stairwell and await the arrival of Security or Fire Department personnel for assistance.

6. Become familiar with the proper procedures to follow during any type of emergency and participate in all evacuation/disaster drills.

7. Keep all passageways, entryways, aisles, storerooms, service rooms, and work areas clean, orderly, sanitary,


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and well maintained, with no obstructions. Eliminate all tripping hazards from the work place. Aisles and hallways should provide unobstructed movement and immediate access for fire protection personnel and equipment.

8. Keep flammable material and residue to a minimum. Store them in approved metal safety cans and storage cabinets. When disposing of flammable, or hazardous material, ensure that all appropriate safeguards and regulations are followed.

9. Report spills immediately.

10. Erect barricades around hazardous areas. Never disregard them, even though the danger may not be apparent.

11. Safely stack material / boxes (no higher than 18 inches below the sprinkler head height). Do not block fire exits, fire extinguishers, electrical control panels, or store near heaters, etc.

12. File drawers and desk drawers should not be left open. Do not overload top drawers or shelves so that files or bookcases can tip over. Keep heavy files in lower drawers. Secure file cabinets and bookcases 5 feet or taller to the wall or each other.

13. To avoid creating an electrical hazard, do not overload circuits. Check with Building Operations prior to acquiring any non-standard office electric equipment (small appliances, space heaters, electric kettles, etc.). Routinely check the condition of power cords and plugs.

14. Always use an approved ladder or stool to get articles out of reach from the floor. Do not use a chair or other makeshift device to reach high places.

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Personal Protective equipment (PPe)

At BPXA the hierarchy to prevent injuries is as follows:

1) Elimination / Substitution - removing the cause or substitute with a less hazardous material or equipment

2) Engineering Controls - physically changing equipment or work environment


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3) Warnings (audible, visual or physical barriers) labels, signs, lights or horns

4) Training / Procedures - Initial and refresher training on operating and HSE procedures and policies

5) Personal Protective Equipment - last line of defense

We should all focus on elimination / substitution and engineering controls to prevent injuries. PPE should be the last resort if other controls are not feasible.

Eye and Face

Personnel shall wear eye protection appropriate for the hazard when working in process areas, construction locations or other areas where there is a potential for injury from flying particles, metal sparks, radiation, chemicals, or any other identifiable or suspected eye or face hazard. This shall include all personnel in vehicles while driving on gravel roads.

Activities that create flying particles, such as sanding, scraping, grinding, chipping, buffing and blasting require impact-type goggles and a face shield or welding hood. Workers within 20’ of others performing these tasks are required to wear the same level of eye protection unless barriers (i.e. welding screens or curtains) are in place to control the exposure.

Prior to removal of eye protection, measures for decontamination must be in place whenever activities that create flying particles, such as sanding, scraping, grinding, chipping, buffing and blasting are conducted.

All eye protection must meet the requirements of ANSI Z87.1. Safety glasses shall have side shields.

Personnel may wear contact lenses if the lenses are used in conjunction with approved eye protection equipment.

Personnel shall wear chemical goggles and face shield when handling chemical products that present an eye or face hazard or are present in the immediate vicinity where these materials are being handled. Refer to the Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for the materials involved.

BPXA Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Program, UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-00599-2


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Respiratory Protection

When engineering and administrative controls cannot effectively control exposure to airborne contaminants, respirators shall be used.

Employees shall use respiratory protection in accordance with their Company’s Respiratory Protection Program.

Respiratory Protection Program, UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-00780-2

For employees in a Respiratory Protection Program, facial hair must be trimmed (no more than 24 hours beard growth) at all times to prevent interference between the sealing surface of the face-piece and the face, or interference with valve function.

Head Protection Personnel shall wear hard hats while in process facilities, while performing construction, or in other areas where an overhead hazard is or could be present.

Personnel shall wear hard hats that comply with ANSI Z89.1 “American National Standard - Protective Headwear for Industrial Workers.” These are Class E hard hats. Metal hard hats are not allowed.


All new employees shall wear a hardhat of an orange color at all times when working for the first 6 months per the BPXA New Employee Program.

New employee program UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC- 00328-2

Foot Protection Employees shall wear protective footwear when working in process areas or other areas where there is a danger of foot injuries due to falling or rolling objects, objects piercing the sole, or where exposed to electrical hazards.

Protective footwear must conform to ASTM F2412-05 and F2413-05 and any additional standards associated with the person’s job, i.e. chemical exposure, electrical exposure.


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Extreme cold weather boots not meeting the ASTM F2412 05 and F2413-05 Standard (bunny boots) are permitted in cold weather conditions for those individuals who must work outdoors for extended periods.

Shoes with heels are recommended for personnel whose jobs require them to climb ladders with round rung steps.

Footwear traction devices are required for personnel when walking or working outdoors on icy and snow covered conditions per the footwear section of PPE Program. The intent is to achieve a practical, workable solution for traction devices.


Electrical Protection Personal protective equipment for electrical workers shall comply with 29 CFR 1910.137 and NFPA 70E. Personnel working on energized circuits of 50 volts or greater shall not wear the following types of fabrics, either alone or in blends: acetate, nylon, polyester, or rayon. BPXA Electrical Safety Program UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-00613-2

Hand Protection Employees shall use appropriate hand protection when hands are exposed to hazards such as skin absorption of harmful substances, lacerations, abrasions, punctures, vibration and chemical or thermal burns.


Hearing Protection Employees shall use hearing protection (earplugs or muffs) when exposed to noise greater than 82 dBA. Double hearing protection (earplugs and muffs) is required when exposed to noise levels exceeding 100 dBA. Signs will be posted in areas exceeding 82 dBA indicating hearing protection is required, and signs will be posted in areas exceeding 100 dBA indicating double hearing protection (earplugs and muffs) is required. All BP employees exposed to noise of 85 dBA or above (82 dBA 12-hour equivalent) on the job will be included in the BPXA Hearing Conservation Program. Audiometric testing and screening, noise monitoring and


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employee training will be conducted in accordance with the BPXA Hearing Conservation Program.

Hearing Conservation Procedure UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-00769-2

Protective Clothing Employees shall wear Fire Resistant Clothing (FRC), as determined by a workplace hazard assessment. Under normal circumstances FRC must be the outer-most layer. In exceptional cases, chemical or other types of protective clothing may be worn as the external layer when there is a potential for exposure to chemical or physical hazards that may cause skin irritation or damage on contact or may exert a toxic effect after absorption through the skin.


Welding Welding can produce harmful fumes and gases from the welding process, from the metal being welded on and the welding wire or rod. Manganese, Hexavalent Chromium and other metal fumes cause respiratory and neurological disease as well as cancer. Local exhaust ventilation (LEV) should be used and positioned to visibly draw fumes into the duct opening and away from the welder. The LEV intake should be moved as the weld location moves. Wear a respirator appropriate for the hazard. Welding helmets with Powered Air Purifying Respirators (PAPRs) provide adequate protection in most cases. Contact your Safety Advisor or the Industrial Hygienists for additional information.

Chemical Hazards Hundreds of chemicals are in use on the North Slope and include acids, Methanol, biocides, Formaldehyde and many others. SDS’s are to be consulted for specific hazards, controls and what PPE should be worn. the Industrial Hygienists can provide guidance on PPE including respirators and conduct Chemical exposure assessments.

Atmospheric Test Instruments BP uses portable direct-reading instruments to test air for oxygen, H2S, CO, LEL, benzene and other chemicals. This


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equipment is used to determine if ventilation is needed and or respirators are required Persons using this equipment are to be trained and competent. They are to know which instrument to use for a given situation and be able to interpret the readings for appropriate decision-making. Test equipment is to be properly maintained and in current calibration.

Atmospheric Testing Device Field Usage Program Document Number: UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01874-2

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Smoking In accordance with BPXA Tobacco Use Policy, smoking is allowed in designated areas only.

All other areas within production, process, drilling, and construction areas are “No Smoking” areas. Refer to the BPXA’s Smoking Policy for further details.

It is prohibited to use or carry any lighters or matches in any production facility or on a drill site or well pad except in designated smoking areas.

Tobacco Use (BPXA) Policy UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01810-2

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Tool Usage Many accidents associated with tool use can be prevented if the following rules are observed:

1. Keep all tools in good condition.

2. Inspect coupling, hoses and hose connections of pneumatic tools each time you use them. Make sure they are in good condition and properly attached. The use of hose whip checks is highly recommended.

3. Disconnect electric and air tools from their power source when using the chuck key or when not in use.

4. Keep all grinding wheels in good operating condition. Grind only material that is suitable for use with the grinding wheel. Do not grind on the side of a grinding wheel. For bench grinders, the gap between the grinding wheel, the tool rest, and the tang must never exceed 1/8 inch.


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5. Always use the right tool for the job.

6. All fixed and portable tools that are designed to have guards shall have guards in place.

7. No tools shall be modified or altered in any way without prior manufacturers’ approval.

8. Powered hand tools that incorporate a locking mechanism on the control switch or trigger, shall allow for a spring-loaded release of the lock by depressing the control switch or trigger itself. A separate positive on/off switch is prohibited.

9. Pneumatic tools should always be considered over non-intrinsically safe powered tools in classified areas where hydrocarbons are present.

10. Non-sparking hand tools such as non-ferrous / brass should always be considered over ferrous, spark producing tools in classified areas where hydrocarbons are present.

11. Only compressed air shall be used for pneumatic tools.

12. An atmospheric test must be conducted prior to using pneumatic/hammer wrenches in a classified area.

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Working over or Near Water 1. Employees working over or near water where the danger

of drowning has been identified by a risk assessment shall be provided with U.S. Coast Guard approved Personal Flotation Device (PFD’s) or buoyant work vests.

2. During the risk assessment consider having rescue poles and/or ring buoys with 90 feet of line available for work activities adjacent to bodies of water. If ring buoys are used the distance between ring buoys shall not exceed 200 feet.

3. Prior to and after each use, the buoyant work vests or life preservers shall be inspected for defects, which would alter their strength or buoyancy. Defective units shall not be used.

4. The need for a lifesaving skiff should be considered during the risk assessment whenever work is being conducted while working over or adjacent to water.


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Air Travel

Fixed Wing Aircraft Travel 1. Wait to approach the aircraft until notified by crew to do

so.

2. Wear warm clothing and footwear for the weather, or transportation may be denied.

• Appropriate clothing required for travel Oct. 1 - May 1 includes:

- Heavy coat or jacket

- Warm gloves or mittens

- Winter cap or hat or hood which covers the ears

- Warm substantial footwear (including warm socks).

• Inappropriate clothing for travel Oct. 1 -May 1 includes:

- Raincoats, windbreakers, jacket shells or vests without an accompanying heavy coat

- Shorts or dresses without leg protection

- Open toe, open heel, or shoes with slick soles

- Office shoes such as loafers, wing-tips, flats, clogs, high heels, or sandals

3. Listen to the preflight briefing and be familiar with the emergency procedures.

4. Wear appropriate hearing protection.

5. Tobacco use is prohibited on all flights and BPXA buses.

6. All travelers on flights are subject to security procedures used by all commercial air carriers.

7. Checked baggage is not to exceed 50 lbs. per item.

8. Personnel who use shared service flights and take the security bus to the various camps must have a current badge to scan at the bus door. Anyone who does not have a badge will be denied entry and sent to the badging office in the air terminal to obtain one.

Badge Scan Guidelines for Aviation Bus Transportation, UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01921-2


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Helicopter Travel The helicopter pilot is in complete charge of the aircraft and passengers at all times during flight operations. All passengers will be provided an Emergency Briefing prior to all flights.

1. The helipad is not to be used as a staging area for passengers or equipment. All Passengers are to stay clear of the Helipad and remain in the designated waiting area until directed to proceed by the Pilot or the Helicopter Ground Crew.

2. When directed, passengers shall walk single file, directly to, or from, the assigned door of the Helicopter.

3. Under no circumstances may any passenger walk under the tail rotor or tail boom. When it is necessary to walk around the helicopter, the trip is to be made within sight of the pilot and around the front of the aircraft only.

4. Passengers are not allowed to carry any items when boarding the helicopter.

5. Appropriate warm clothing and footwear are required. Cold weather gear is required from Oct 1 - May 1.

6. Passengers may not wear loose caps or other loose headgear. Hardhats with attached chin straps are acceptable.

7. Safety glasses and hearing protection are required for all passengers.

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Helicopter Travel offshore 1. Employees shall wear an approved U.S. Coast Guard

exposure suit (immersion suit) that is fully zipped and buttoned up for cold-water exposure when over open water, or cold weather gear, depending on conditions, including ice thickness. Each suit shall have an approved strobe light.

2. A windsock is to be provided on an offshore facility, and shall be illuminated at night.

3. Helicopters shall not land when un-ignited and undiffused gas is venting from an offshore facility.


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Cam and Groove Fittings (Cam locks)

Fittings Description

Double Action Cam and Groove Fitting - Incorporates two sets of cam arms, if one set is released, any trapped pressure will be released without the separation of the hose connection, eliminating the “struck by” hazard.

Single Action Cam and Groove Fitting - Incorporates only one set of cam arms that can be released under pressure. Disengaging a single cam arm can result in serious “struck by” injuries.

Drylock Cam and Groove Fitting - Incorporates an internal check valve on both the male and female fittings to contain pressure.

1. All cam and groove fittings used in pressure service shall be a Double Action or Drylock type.

2. All fittings and hoses shall be rated for intended service pressure and assembled by trained and qualified personnel only.

3. Whip checks shall be used on all hoses coupled with cam and groove fittings in pressurized service.

4. A method of verifying zero (atmospheric) pressure must be used, such as a bleeder valve or vent prior to disconnecting.

5. A pre-use inspection is required of all hose and fittings.

6. Cam and groove fittings are allowed to be used:

a. gas service 0 - 35 psig b. liquid service 0 - 125 psig

7. Cam and groove fitting shall not be used for steam service.

8. New hoses and fittings shall be pressure tested to 125 psig prior to placing in service.

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Compressed Gas Cylinders Personnel whose jobs require the handling of cylinders under pressure shall follow the BPXA procedure for Safe Handling, Storage and Securing Compressed Gas Cylinders Procedure. This procedure identifies the recommended techniques for the use, safe handling, storage and securing of all pressure and non-pressure cylinders.

Safe Handling, Storage and Securing Compressed Gas Cylinders Procedure, UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC- 01793-2.

Analysis Of High Pressure Natural Gas Liquids Utilizing a Hewlett Packard / Agilent 6890 Capillary Gas Chromatograph: Wasson-ECE Configuration and Utilizing Chemstation Control Software, UPS-US-AK-GPB-LAB NP-8032

GPB Fire and Gas Halon Cylinder Inspection, Maintenance and Recharging Procedure, UPS-US-AK-GPB-FNG-OPR-OTH-00740-4

Halon Cylinder Handling Procedure, UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-OPR-DOC-00017-2

M51-000 Gas Cylinders (Halon Fire Extinguisher and Sample Cylinders) GMS

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Defeated Safety Device The Alaska Defeated Safety Device Control Procedure is to be followed whenever a safety device is bypassed or disabled. This procedure applies to all devices that function in an operational protective or safety utility or detection capacity. It applies to all cases for safety bypassing, which would prevent a safety device from functioning on demand in an operating process. Safety

Critical Devices as defined in the facility’s current Safety Critical Equipment List are subject to the requirements of this procedure.

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Driving Safety Driving safety covers all aspects of vehicle operation, including observing speed limits, passing safely, obeying traffic signs, using seatbelts, safety glasses, yielding right-of-way to emergency vehicles and heavy equipment, remaining at the scene of an accident, and following restricted travel and foul weather procedures.

The need to travel must be determined before beginning the trip. If it is determined that the trip is necessary and the risks are manageable, BP driving safety rules, practices and training requirements are described in the BPXA Driving Policy UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01333-2 and must be followed.

Additional policies related to driving include:

BPXA Work Zone Safety

These requirements provide BP employees and contractors with the tools they need to set up Temporary Traffic Control, and protect workers from hazards of traffic.

BPXA Work Zone Safety Guide, UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-OPS-0503

Disabled Vehicle

Vehicle Recovery Procedure UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-OPS -0504

Surface Liner / Drip Pan Use Procedure, UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01673-2

Unsecured Vehicle Policy UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC -01861-2

Foul Weather Contingency Plan

Phase Weather/Road Conditions Operating Procedure, UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01683-2

Off-road Travel (Tundra Travel)

Off-road travel (Tundra Travel), UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01686-2 Off-road (Tundra) Travel Standard Completion Report Form, UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01823-A

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Safe Driving Rules 1. Most vehicle accidents are backing related. Utilize the

Backing Safety Guidelines whenever backing.

a. Always try to park so that the first move is forward - Avoid reversing if at all possible


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b. Do not back further than necessary - Minimize exposure to risk

c. Clear the rear - Perform a 360 walk around

d. Sound horn - Alert others of your intentions

e. Back immediately -Do not allow the previously cleared route to become blocked

f. Use mirrors - Employ any and all tools available to enhance the safety of the operation

g. Use flashers - Take control by being seen

h. Back slowly - Proceed carefully and in control

i. Back to driver’s side whenever possible - Visibility is improved by backing to the driver’s side

j. Use landmarks or use a spotter

Reference your local requirements for backing vehicles.

2. Driver fatigue is the leading root cause of employee injuries related to driving incidents on the North Slope. Driving in the oilfield lease areas involves many unique driving hazards which require the highest level of driver concentration to navigate. All drivers must assess their alertness and fatigue level prior to operating a vehicle, to ensure they are adequately rested and able to maintain absolute alertness and attention for the entire duration of each driving task.

3. Vehicles must safely yield to wildlife without creating additional road hazards.

4. The driver is responsible for ensuring that all equipment is operating properly. Mirrors, windows and lights should be cleaned and defrosted as necessary.

5. It is the driver’s responsibility to assure loads, equipment and other items transported inside a vehicle are secure and/or positioned to eliminate/minimize safety risks to the occupants.

6. It is the vehicle operator’s responsibility to assure that self propelled and towed mobile equipment is equipped with operable tail lights or other required markers.

7. Loads, equipment and other items shall be tied-down or secured and total weight should not exceed manufacturer’s specifications and legal limits for the vehicle.


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8. Observe all road signs. Construction signs may change frequently, and traffic patterns may have been altered.

9. Keep your fuel tank at least half full. During fueling; vehicles are to be turned off. Portable fuel containers are not to be filled while in/on truck (need to assure adequate grounding to prevent static discharge).

10. Keep the vehicle in good condition. Report all deficiencies to equipment maintenance.

11. Drivers may not initiate or answer cell phone or radio calls while the vehicle is in motion, except during urgent operational emergencies or Phase 2 Convoy conditions. Headsets/earbuds are prohibited by drivers while vehicles are in motion.

Exception: North Slope heavy equipment operators may use ear buds for monitoring due to high noise levels inside the cab and/or hearing protection muffs.

12. October 1 to May 1, carry cold weather gear, (warm heavy coat with hood, winter cap or hat that covers the ears, insulated pants or coveralls, insulated gloves or mittens, and insulated footwear) suitable for survival in winter weather conditions.

13. It is recommended that all company transportation carry survival and emergency equipment for all passengers.

14. Immediately contact Security in case of a vehicle incident.

EOA -659-5300 WOA 659-4222 or 911 on your Harmony

15. It is required to have two-way communication when driving in the field. Cell phone service coverage is limited on the North Slope and should not be considered a reliable two-way communication. Always perform a radio check prior to departure.

16. Lights (head & tail) shall be illuminated whenever the vehicle is being driven.

17. Vehicle and equipment operators and passengers shall wear safety glasses with side shields. The driver is responsible for ensuring that all occupants wear their safety glasses.


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18. Drivers must perform a 360-degree (all the way around) safety inspection of their vehicle and the immediate area surrounding the vehicle prior to driving a parked vehicle.

19. It is important to understand the capability of the vehicle you are driving, particularly in knowing how it will respond when accelerating, braking, and navigating dirt or snow berms; as well as its performance on icy, muddy, soft, or rough roadway surfaces. Do not attempt to exceed your personal driving skills nor the vehicle’s performance limits.

20. Design limitations for roads built over Alaskan tundra and permafrost territory yield roads are considerably different than most public roads you normally travel on. Additionally, the oilfield roadways are also designed to accommodate unusual traffic, such as oversize trucks and drilling rigs. Accordingly, the roads and intersections are designed differently, and speed limits have been set considerably lower than to address the hazards on these unique roads and conditions.

Driving Safety Policy, UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC- 01333-2

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electrical Hazards Protecting each worker from the hazards of electrical energy is a fundamental component of BPXA operations. Incidents and injuries related to electrical systems are preventable. Following the safe work practices outlined in the BPXA Electrical Safety Program is essential to assuring the safety of employees working on or near electrical systems.

A worker must be trained and qualified to perform electrical work. In addition, they must be familiar with the BPXA Electrical Safety Program.

BPXA Electrical Safety Program, UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-0613-2

Assured Grounding Program 29 CFR 1926.404(b)(1)(iii)(E)(4)]


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Fired Heater Mobile equipment is used to heat air and liquids including flammable and combustible fluids outdoors. This includes hot oil trucks and in-direct fired heaters.

The BPXA Fired Heater Policy establishes minimum requirements to protect the safety and health of personnel when using fired heaters at both permanent and non-permanent facilities.

Direct-fired heaters shall not be used for or near process facilities. The use of direct-fired heaters for other areas such as shops and camps is not allowed without permission from the responsible Area Authority.

North Slope Environmental Handbook UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01329-2

BPXA Fired Heater Policy, UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE- DOC- 01791-2

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Flammable Liquids and Hazardous Materials

Prior to ordering any new chemicals obtain a current SDS, contact your Industrial Hygiene Department. The SDS should be in electronic format. Complete a “New Chemical Evaluation Request” form. Submit the electronic SDS and the NCE Request form and initiate an MOC if required.

BPXA Hazard Communication Program UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01710-2

New Chemical Evaluation Procedure UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-00219-2

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Flammable Liquids Transfer The following Procedure establishes minimum requirements to protect the safety and health of personnel and reduce risk when using vacuum and tanker trucks to transfer flammable liquids to or from non-permanent facilities.

Fluid Transfer Procedure UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE- DOC- 0168-2


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Hardline Temporary piping systems used for temporary hookups for flowlines, gas lift, tank cleanouts, etc., made up from threaded pipe and fittings are referred to as hardlines. Hardlines shall be inspected and recertified for use on a periodic basis as specified by Company Standards. All hardline components subjected to high-pressure and/or used to convey treating fluids or wellbore fluids are to be inspected every 12 months, have current certification and are appropriate to the job.

With regard to 2” hardline, only Figure 1502 union use is allowed. Two-inch Figure 602 and 1002 unions are not allowed in BP operations.

SOP: Wells: Hardline Certifications/Inspection Guideline, UPS-US-AK-ADW-WLS-ADW-DOC-00118-4

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Heavy equipment Safety The operation of heavy equipment such as cranes, graders, dozers, rubber-tired loaders or trucks that are rated over 5 tons Gross Vehicle Weight will only be by qualified equipment operators who are assigned to operate such equipment.

Inclement Weather Equipment Operations UPS-US-AK- ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01086-2

Facility Crane Operation and Maintenance Procedure UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-00685-2

Mobile Crane Critical Lift Procedure UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-00823-2

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Hot Tapping and In-Service Welding Hot tapping and in-service welding procedures provide the minimum safety procedures to be followed in preparation for welding on in-service piping or equipment and during hot tap operations. All hot tapping and in-service welding of piping or equipment will be done in accordance with the Hot Work Permit procedure. Hot taps should not be a routine practice and should only be used when isolation of piping or equipment is not feasible. Hot tapping and the associated in-service welding requires a L2TRA.


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After the Level 2 Task Risk Assessment has been performed, the In-Service welding package shall be attached to the Hot Work Permit.

Specification for Hot Tapping - SPC-AK-42-104

Specification for In-service Welding - SPC-AK-18-012 __________

Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S) The Hydrogen sulfide procedure establishes and maintain a safe environment for personnel working in areas with the potential for encountering hydrogen sulfide (H2S) gas through establishment of uniform operating standards and controls.

Refer to the specific Hydrogen Sulfide procedure for definitions, process sampling procedures, identification of H2S designated areas, signage, detection and alarm systems, and safe work practices applicable for facilities.

Hydrogen Sulfide Policy & Procedure: UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-00289-2

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Iron Sulfide Iron sulfide may be present in process equipment that is in H2S service. Iron sulfide may ignite spontaneously in the presence of air when dry. In addition to the fire hazard, toxic sulfur dioxide gas is released as a byproduct of iron sulfide combustion.

1. Prior to opening process equipment that potentially contains iron sulfides, every effort shall be made to clean the equipment by water washing or with steam.

2. Keep equipment and vessel internals wetted until laboratory analysis determines the sludge or scale is non-pyrophoric.

3. All iron sulfides removed from equipment should be immediately discarded into metal containers with tight fitting lids and wetted thoroughly. It should then be labeled and disposed of according to BPXA Policy.

4. If iron sulfides do ignite, apply water to extinguish the fire. SCBA must be worn while extinguishing iron sulfide fires.

Alaska Waste Disposal and Reuse Guide (Red Book) UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01658-2


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Hydrostatic Testing The hydrostatic test procedure establishes minimum requirements for the protection of personnel and property during hydrostatic testing of process and pipeline systems and pressure vessels.

Hydrostatic testing is performed to test temporary and permanent process piping systems, component parts of systems, and pressure vessels for leaks and to determine whether or not the system will withstand the service loading without failure.

Hydrostatic Testing Specifications

Hydrostatic testing shall be conducted in a manner consistent with the hydro-test procedure package and shall meet the hydrostatic testing specifications in the ANSI or ASME Codes and Engineering Standards. Consult the Company Engineering Department for the applicable codes and standards.

DOT Covered Task 41. Conduct Hydro-test after Repairs UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-DOT-DOC-00035-A

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Impedance Pipe Thaw The Impedance Pipe Thaw Procedure establishes requirements to prevent accident or injury while using an electric current for thawing frozen pipes. This Procedure is performed infrequently and by experienced and qualified operators, therefore to ensure that all pipe thawing is done correctly you must refer to the BPXA Line Thawing Procedure.

Line Thawing Procedure UPS-US-AK-GPB-ALL-OPR-OTH - 00060-3

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Management of Change (MoC) The purpose of the Management of Change (MOC) process is to properly manage changes to process chemicals, technology, equipment, organization, procedures, and facilities. Drivers are regulatory (OSHA’s Process Safety Management regulations) and corporate (include BP’s


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Operating Management System (OMS) and Integrity Management (IM) standards). The MOC website contains electronic tools to support and document the MOC workflow across the operating assets of BPXA. Users may create and update MOC forms, as well as search the database for work covered by MOC at their facility. All deviations shall follow the BPXA Management of Change process.

• The Technical Management of Change Process covers changes to chemicals, technology, equipment and/or facilities to ensure they are recognized and properly reviewed, approved, communicated and documented. Examples of applicable changes can be found in Appendix 1 of the Technical Management of Change document “Examples of Change”. BPXA Technical Management of Change Process UPS- US-AK-ALL-ALL-PSM-0526

• The Administrative Management of Change Process covers changes to controlled documents such as Site Operating Procedures and Site Technical Practices, deviations of STPs, and regulatory and policy change. PSM Administrative Management of Change Procedure UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-PSM-0525 The Organizational Management of Change Process documents changes to personnel within the BPXA organization. BPXA Organizational Management of Change Process UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01694-2


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Permit to WorkOMS Element 4.5.1 The permit to work process is fundamental to the CoW process. Its purpose is to standardize a formal, efficient and effective CoW communication system. The permit to work process enables employees assigned to CoW roles to describe, document and approve the tasks, hazards, risks and controls for any specifically stated task, thus providing a safe system of work within their areas of accountability and responsibility. The CoW process documents the issuance and acceptance of the permit to work between the Site Authority (SA), AA, IA and PA prior to, during and on completion of a task. The documentation is formalized through a CoW work pack, which includes permit to work forms, risk assessments, CoW planning documents, supplementary certificates, procedures and diagrams required to safely execute the task.

A permit must be obtained before conducting work that involves Hot Work (open flame & spark potential), Confined Space Entry (CSE); Cold Work (CW/Unit Work) Cold Work Breaking Containment (CWBC/Breaking Containment) Ground Disturbance (supplementary certificate); Energized Electrical Work (supplementary certificate); and any other potentially hazardous tasks such as lifting operations. Permits and supplementary certificates can be completed using a paper process or through an approved electronic e-CoW tool that the permits are than printed from.

Permit to Work (BPXA) Policy UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01983-2

Control of Work Group Defined Practice (GDP) 4.5-0001 Upstream Practice for Control of Work (EP SDP) 4.5-0001

Permitting Locations The information below describes the process for obtaining permits in various operating, process and non-process areas. The main Control Room Operators / Area Authority are the contacts for permitting requirements, if assistance is needed.


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BPXA Greater Prudhoe Bay Work permits for any work in or around a BPXA facility are to be obtained through the main control room of that facility. Work permits for working on a Drillsite / Wellpad, or in a manifold building, can be obtained from the Drillsite / Wellpad Issuing Authority.

All x-ray permits shall be issued from the appropriate Gathering Center / Flow Station control room

BPXA Endicott Work permits can be obtained for the entire Endicott Unit at the manned control room on the Main Production Island.

BPXA Milne Point Milne Point work permits can be obtained from the Milne Point Unit Control Room or the Field Lead Tech for the respective work area.

BPXA Northstar Northstar work permits can be obtained from the Control Room.

Non-Process Areas For areas without main control rooms, personnel must coordinate through the responsible Area Authority.

Rig/Well Work A well work transfer form shall be completed when Operations gives control of the well to ADW and closed out when ADW returns the well to Operations as outlined in the Well Work Transfer Requirements.

Well Work Transfer UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01998-2

Well Work Transfer (WWT) Completion Guidelines UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01999-A

Following transfer, the ADW Well Site Leader or Contractor Supervisor is responsible for managing the permit to work system on the rig, associated shops and equipment.

All permitting outside of the rig confines shall be done by the Drillsite / Wellpad operator. Appropriate work permits can be obtained from the Drillsite / Wellpad Issuing Authority.


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It is the responsibility of Operations personnel to keep ADW personnel informed of any activities (gas venting, hot work, etc.) on the drillsite or wellpad that may affect the safety of the drilling operations.

Likewise, it is the responsibility of ADW personnel to keep Operations informed of any activities on the location that may affect the safety of the drillsite or wellpad operations.

All other work activities not covered by the well work transfer form shall be conducted under appropriate work permits. For working on a Drillsite / Wellpad, or in a manifold building, appropriate work permits can be obtained from the Drillsite / Wellpad Issuing Authority.

When perforating; all radios and mobile phones on the pad shall be turned off prior to arming the guns, unless the perforating system has been certified and approved as being immune to radio frequency interference. Proper notification will be made and warning signs will be placed at entrances to the pad prior to arming the guns.

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Breaking Containment / Cold Work Breaking Containment (CWBC)

The purpose of the Breaking Containment Permit is to minimize any exposures to personnel and property while performing tasks which breach the designed containment envelope of tanks, vessels and piping. These tasks include blinding and de-blinding of systems, replacing valves, piping spools, construction, maintenance, overhauls and repair work in operational areas involving breaking containment of hydrocarbon or other hazardous systems. Highlighting such tasks help to manage the number of operations that can be performed simultaneously in the work area.

Applicability These Requirements apply to all work on permanent surface equipment.

These Requirements do not cover certain tasks and equipment such as:

• Drilling and well servicing, including well work-overs, coiled tubing and wire line activities.


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• Portable tanks.

• Potable, fresh, raw and cooling water systems.

• Normal Production Operations and Maintenance boundaries are tasks of relatively low risk such as; replacing gauges, duplex filter changes, small valves replacement, instrumentation devices, functional check out (PM’s, repairs, troubleshooting), orifice plate

• changes, or other such tasks that are generally done within line of sight of the isolation devices.

• To be considered normal production operations a written and approved Standard Operating Procedure or a Simple Energy Isolation Form, checklist or PM describing the breaking containment activities and associated mitigations is required, and

- The task will be completed within one shift, and - If left unattended, any energy source will be capped,

plugged, etc. and - Trained and qualified personnel are performing the

specific work tasks and associated Task Hazard Assessment.

• Piping or tubing, less than 1” in diameter that is screwed or utilizes a compression fitting.

• Bleed operations or pressurizing (leak testing), evacuation (draining or purging) where any isolation required occurs within line of sight and under full control of the person doing the work.

Breaking Containment will be accomplished in accordance with:

Energy Isolation/Safe-out (Control of Hazardous Energy Sources) (BPXA)

Practice UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC -01797-2

Breaking Containment Permit UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01984-2.

Breaking Containment Permit (BCP) Completion Guidelines UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01985-A

Control of Work Group Defined Practice (GDP)4.5-0001

Procedure references for breaking containment:Hot/Odd Bolting procedure UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-OPR -DOC-00003-2 H2S(UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC- 00289-2) and/or Benzene policy (UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-00768-2) shall be adhered to.


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For guidance on preparation and cleaning see the BPXA Tank / Vessel / Piping Preparation, Opening and Cleaning Procedure, UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01788-2

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Confined Space entry (CSe) All confined space entries require a permit. The following diagram may be used to determine which permit applies.

A Hazardous confined space may only be entered using a BPXA Confined Space Entry Permit.

Examples of confined spaces that may meet the criteria identified above include, but are not limited to, process vessels, process towers, tanks, sumps, pits, sewers, compartments with manhole, valve pits, well cellars, pipelines, and excavations more than 4 feet deep.

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A non-hazardous confined space may be entered using a BPXA Unit Work Permit. A non-hazardous confined space is a confined space that does not contain or, with respect to atmospheric hazards, does not have the potential to contain any hazard capable of causing death or serious physical harm.

Examples of spaces that could fall under the Unit Work Requirements include vessel skirts, inlet air plenums, soffits, and process heaters after the fuel gas is blinded and all other potential energy sources are isolated.

CSE Procedures define a hazardous atmosphere as one which may expose employees to the risk of death, incapacitation, impairment of ability to self-rescue (i.e. to escape unaided from the workspace), injury, or acute illness from one or more of the following:

• Flammable gas, vapor, or mist in excess of 10% of the Lower Explosive Limit (LEL).

• Atmospheric oxygen concentration below 19.5% or above 23.5%.

• Atmospheric concentration of a toxic or hazardous substance which could result in a dose in excess of the Permissible Exposure Limit (PEL) for the substance.

• Any other atmospheric condition that is immediately dangerous to life or health.

All personnel involved in confined space entry must be trained and competent in their roles and responsibilities; know the potential hazards they may face during entry, including information on how exposure might occur, signs and symptoms of exposure, and consequences of exposure; and be familiar with BPXA Confined Space Entry Procedure. This includes all entrants, attendants, entry supervisor, issuing authority, authorizing authority, and performing authority.

All deviations from BPXA Confined Space Entry Procedure shall follow the BPXA Management of Change process.

BPXA Confined Space Program UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01799-2

Confined Space Entry Permit UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01986-2


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Confined Space Entry (CSE) Permit Completion Guidelines UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01987-A

Unit Work Permit Unit Work Permit. UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01996-2

Control of Work Group Defined Practice (GDP)4.5-0001

Related procedures:

BPXA Tank/Vessel/Piping Preparation and Cleaning Procedure UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01788-2

Atmospheric Testing Device Field Usage Program UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01874-2

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energized electrical Work The Energized Electrical work procedure establishes the permitting requirements for work on or near exposed conducting parts that are or might become energized at 50 volts and above. The Energized Electrical Work Permit (EEWP) identifies the electrical hazards present and documents the protective measures that must be used when working on energized electrical equipment.

It is the general policy of BPXA’s Electrical Safety Program (ESP) UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01691-2 that no maintenance, construction/installation or repair work is to be performed on or near any conductors and/or exposed circuit parts while they are energized. Contractors shall comply with these requirements.

Energized electrical work is justified only if de-energizing would cause an increased hazard or if it is not possible to perform in a de-energized state. If exposed electrical parts are not placed in an electrically safe work condition (lowest possible energy state), work shall only be performed when authorized by an Energized Electrical Work Permit (EEWP).

The following are some examples of tasks that may require an EEWP:

• Pulling and/or terminating cables/wires inside an energized panel or enclosure

• Removing or installing circuit breakers in an energized panel.

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• Removing or replacing a relay or other component in an energized circuit

• Removing covers from energized bus ways, MCCs and switchgear.

• Removing or installing MCC buckets.

The following tasks are exempt from the requirement for an EEWP: Work performed on or near energized parts by qualified persons related to tasks such as testing, troubleshooting, voltage measurement, inspection, etc., provided all appropriate PPE, procedures, and safe work practices are used as specified in BPXA ESP.

Energized Electrical Work Permit UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01988-2

Energized Electrical Work Permit (EEWP) Completion Guidelines UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01989-A

Control of Work Group Defined Practice (GDP)4.5-0001 __________

energy Isolation / Process, electrical, Instrumentation and

control isolations (ICC) This section applies to all employees who implement Energy Isolation/Safe-out procedures to prepare equipment for repairs/maintenance, and all employees who work on the equipment while it is isolated from its energy source(s).

The Energy Isolation/Safe-out (Control of Hazardous Energy Sources) (BPXA) Practice defines the roles, responsibilities and requirements for the control of hazardous energy in any state when service on and maintenance of machines, equipment and/or processes could result in injury as a result of unexpected energization, start up, or release of stored energy. This policy must be complied with by all BPXA facilities, operations and projects, including BP employees, contractors and visitors.

All personnel who participate in the Energy Isolation process, or who may be affected by this process shall be trained and assessed as competent, and retrained annually thereafter. In addition personnel will be retrained whenever the Energy Isolation Requirements are updated.


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All energy sources associated with equipment shall be isolated and locked out from the hazardous energy when maintenance/servicing work is being performed. Primary method of isolation shall be lockout. Tagout is an exception.

After the energy has been isolated and a safe condition has been established and secured, every worker when working under the energy isolation shall be protected by their own personal lock(s) or the personal lock(s) of a designated worker, and the key to the lock(s) shall be under the exclusive control of the worker or designated worker.

A written energy isolation procedure (EIP) shall be prepared and used in accordance with this policy for any work that requires the control of hazardous energy for energy isolations involving more than one energy isolation device. OSHA’s 1910.147 The control of hazardous energy (lockout/tag out) requires the following steps to be in the EIP:

• Preparation for shutdown - 1910.147 (d) (1)

• Machine or equipment shutdown - 1910.147 (d) (2)

• Machine or equipment isolation 1910.147 (d) (3)

• Lockout or tag out device application - 1910.147 (d) (4)

• Removal of stored energy - 1910.147 (d) (5)

• Verification of isolation and safe energy state - 1910.147 (d) (6)

• Steps to safe-in/release or remove from isolation 1910.147 (e).

An existing facility energy isolation procedure (EIP) can be used, along with existing energy isolation diagram (EID) and energy isolation list (EIL), etc., as long as they are accurate and meet the seven requirements listed above. The individual EIP, EIL or EID must identify the type and location of each source of hazardous energy, as well as the type of energy isolation device and type of lockout device.

Prior to use, the EIP and need for an EID must have the appropriate level of approval.

Single device isolations do not require a written Energy Isolation Procedure (EIP) or an Energy Isolation Diagram (EID) if all of the following elements exist:

• The equipment is isolated from the single energy source, de-energized, deactivated and locked out


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• There is no potential for stored or residual energy and servicing or maintenance does not create hazards for other employees; and

• No accidents involving unexpected activation or re-energization have occurred while using this exception.

• All of the other requirements for safely and effectively performing an energy isolation must be met.

Electrical sources less than 50 volts do not require a lockout device unless there is a hazardous level of energy due to the large capacity of the energy source (i.e. battery banks, battery chargers, etc.).

If a change to the scope is required work shall stop at a safe state and approval to restart must be obtained. If a change to the procedure is required the changes must be reviewed and approved prior to working under the isolation.

Please refer to the Energy Isolation/Safe-out (Control of Hazardous Energy Sources) (BPXA) Practice for requirements specific to PSVs, double block and bleed and removal of a personal lock.

Energy Isolation/Safe-out (Control of Hazardous Energy Sources) (BPXA) Practice, UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01797-2

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Ground Disturbance and excavation The Ground disturbance procedure defines the minimum requirements that shall be followed to authorize ground disturbance and any other activities that could damage covered or buried utilities and/or pipelines for all BPXA facilities involved in ground disturbance activities as defined in the procedure.

The Ground Disturbance Procedure ensures that

• Adequate communication is achieved among all relevant personnel prior to excavation, digging, trenching, drilling, or clearing activities

• All underground hazards such as pipelines, electric cables, etc. have been identified, located, and isolated if appropriate

• A hazard assessment of the work to be performed has been completed by a competent person Surveyed as-builts


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and formal documentation of all changes are completed

• All excavations are made in accordance with the rules, regulations, requirements, and guidelines set forth in 29 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 1926.650, .651, and .652 of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standard on excavations.

The following activities require a Ground Disturbance Permit (GDP) and appropriate risk assessment:

• Any mechanical excavation (e.g., backhoes, augers) that results in penetration of the ground at a planned depth of 12 inches or greater.

• Any manual ground penetration (e.g., digging with shovels, hammering of stakes, use of vacuum-type excavator) greater than 12 inches.

• Any mechanical scraping activity (e.g., road grading, bulldozing) that results in penetration of the ground deeper than 12 inches; includes company-owned or maintained lease/wellsites and roads.

BPXA Ground Disturbance and Evacuation Procedure, UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01794-2

Ground Disturbance Permit, UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01990-2

Ground Disturbance Permit, (GDP) Completion Guidelines US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01991-A

Control of Work Group Defined Practice (GDP)4.5-0001 __________

Hot Work open Flame (HWoF) and Hot Work Spark Potential (HWSP)

The purpose of permitting Hot Work is to establish the minimum requirements associated with hot work activities in hydrocarbon containing or otherwise designated work areas.

Hot work is potentially hazardous; therefore, all reasonable alternatives should be considered before choosing this option.

A Hot Work Permit is required before performing hot work open flame and hot work spark potential tasks.

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classified hazardous areas where flammable gases, liquids or other materials can be present at any time. Introducing any ignition source in a hazardous area increases the level of risk to people and plant. Examples of hot work tasks include, but are not limited to, welding, open flame, burning, cutting, grinding, hot tapping, abrasive blasting, needle gun work, using heaters, electrical tools, battery operated tools, arcing devices, opening explosion proof enclosures, and mobile equipment operation.

HWSP is a task or the temporary use of equipment that has the potential to generate sufficient heat and/or sparks in a classified hazardous area to ignite flammable materials or atmosphere. Examples of HWSP tasks and equipment include, but are not limited to, electrical test equipment, cordless drills, inspection and survey tools, digital devices, hand held instruments, battery powered radiography, scissor lifts, soldering and needle guns, dry grit/shot blasting, air powered saws and opening of live electrical equipment for maintenance and inspection.

A risk assessment is required for all hot work open flame and hot work spark potential tasks.

To ensure that all hot work is performed correctly you must refer to the BPXA Hot Work Permit/ Procedure(s).

All deviations from this procedure shall follow the BPXA Management of Change (MOC) process.

Hot Work Permit UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01992-2

Hot Work Permit (HWP)

Completion Guidelines UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01993-A

Upstream Practice for Hot Work EP SDP 4.5-0004 Control of Work Group Defined Practice (GDP)4.5-0001

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Lifting operations Lifting, whether using simple hand operated mechanical devices or more complex ones, must only be carried out by trained and competent persons using approved and recently inspected equipment. Any equipment that has not been inspected and/or certified by a qualified inspector must be immediately taken out of service.


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All employees can stop the job if conditions change or any lifting device defect is discovered. The area underneath or potentially affected by the lift must be kept under control, and clear of unnecessary persons or equipment.

The lifting procedures establish minimum requirements for safe lifting operations and apply to BPXA facilities and BPXA controlled operations, construction sites, company leases, drilling and well sites, and pipeline right-of-ways.

A Lifting plan will be completed before completing any lifting operations. If you are involved in a lifting operation, please refer to the Lifting Procedures and Lifting Technical Authorities (TA) for details.

Lifting Operations applies equally to “Pulling or Pushing Operations”. This includes conventional lifting equipment or accessories used to move a load horizontally (including winches, tuggers, skates, slings, and shackles). Whenever lifting equipment is used for pulling operations, all work should be planned with the same degree and attention as would be used for lifting operations.

Mobile Crane Critical Lift Procedure UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-00823-2

Lifting Equipment Integrity Practice UPS-US-AK-GPB-ALL-HSE-DOC-00071-3

Below the Hook Lifting Device Operation and Maintenance Procedure UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-00463-2

Facility Crane Operation and Maintenance Procedure UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-00685-2

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Unit Work/Cold Work (CW) The Unit Work Permit ensures that the responsible person of any area or equipment is aware of all work done in their unit.

There are specific sign-in procedures for access to facilities as outlined in the General Safety Rules section of this Handbook. Verbal permission from operations, at a minimum, is required for access to all operating areas, with the exception of the Control Room. Routine access to facility drillsite / wellpads will not require a Unit Work Permit. The Area Authority will be responsible for identifying the need for permitting in assigned non-process areas.


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All personnel shall also notify the Issuing Authority or Control Room Operator when they are leaving the area and sign out.

The following are examples of work that requires a Unit Work Permit:

• Construction and non-routine work;

• Radiography equipment (if intrinsically safe) or outside a classified area;

• Entry into Confined Spaces with non-hazardous atmospheres; Examples of such Confined Spaces that could fall under the Unit Work Requirements include vessel skirts, inlet air plenums, soffits, heaters once the fuel gas is blinded and all other potential energy sources are isolated.

• Well Work activity including Wellhead pumping activities including well and flow line freeze protection, flow line treatments, tubing displacements, mechanical integrity tests (MIT), acidizing, fracturing, hot oiling, setting/pulling of backpressure valves, wellhead seal testing, and surface casing leak depth determination.

The following is a list of examples for routine work that does not require a Unit Work Permit. This list is subject to periodic revision as activities are approved or deleted as required. People performing this routine work will still have to sign in for personnel accountability purposes in facilities or obtain verbal clearance via radio:

• Snow removal on normal roads and pads.

• Potable water delivery.

• Sewage pick-up.

• Waste dumpster pick-ups.

• Delivery or pick-up of equipment (e.g. heaters) or materials.

• Checking and/or fueling running equipment (e.g., light plants).

• Security rovers.

• Visual inspections only either inside or outside various modules or skids.

• Wellhead pressure readings.

• Valve greasing.

• Determining Fluid levels on tubing and/or annuli.

• Monthly inspections (SCBA’s, vibration readings, etc.).


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The above routine tasks that are not controlled using a permit to work system shall be risk assessed and be covered by a procedure.

Well isolation work that involves connecting or disconnecting a well from the flow lines requires a Breaking Containment Permit.

Unit Work Permit UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01996-2

Unit Work Permit (UWP) Completion Guidelines UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01997-A

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Well Work Transfer The Well Work Transfer Procedure establishes the protocol for managing the control of work issues associated with the presence of drilling or well service equipment on a drillsite / wellpad.

It is recognized that the simultaneous operations created by drilling and well work creates overlapping areas of responsibility and also complicates the accountabilities related to drillsite / wellpad operations.

The Well Work Transfer serves to coordinate the handover of a particular well and associated work area from the Drillsite / Wellpad Operator to the ADW Well Site Leader or Contractor Supervisor.

During the active period of the transfer, the ADW Well Site Leader or Contractor Supervisor will assure the proper application of contractor control of work requirements (permits, lifting, etc.) and has the responsibility for managing activities and personnel associated with Drilling and Well Work operations within the defined work area.

This transfer protocol applies to all ADW drilling and well work operations that are manned on a 24 hour basis and supervised by a BP Well Site Leader or Contractor Supervisor. This protocol does not eliminate the requirement for a phase 2 ATP associated with commissioning a new rig or the mobilization of an existing rig to a different Performance Unit or specialized project.

Well Work Transfer UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01998-2

Well Work Transfer (WWT) Completion Guidelines UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01999-A


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Pigging operations A successful pigging program helps BPXA maintain a continuous operation with a maximum operating efficiency of pipelines.

Pigging operations have the potential to expose workers to fire/explosion and benzene hazards. To reduce this potential the following precautionary steps are to be taken and included in pigging procedures. Each location / pigging operation has its own documented procedure. These include but are not limited to the:

• Use of nitrogen to purge the receiver multiple times at an adequate pressure;

• Switching the receiver module ventilation system to manual and increase the number of air changes per hour to the maximum setting;

• Opening man doors and overhead doors, etc;

• Use of a local exhaust system (coppus and flex duct) on the receiver prior to opening when fittings for this are present.

• Taking periodic benzene, O2 and LEL measurements while launching and receiving pigs, consistent with the Breaking Containment Requirements.

• Wearing of air purifying respirators with organic vapor cartridges during the initial measurement of benzene, and requiring the continual use if 0.3 ppm benzene is present during any phase of pigging work, including pig cleaning. Cartridges should be replaced each day.

• Disposing of pigging solids/paraffin, pigging fluids, hydro-test fluids and solid oily waste shall be done in accordance with The Alaska Waste Disposal and Reuse Guide or Waste Management - pigging procedure.

Note: Pigging wastes from DOT common-carrier pipelines is not E&P exempt and may require special handling as Hazardous Waste if disposed

Motive gas for all pigging operations shall require approval and shall be so noted in the site-specific hydro-test procedure prior to commencing work.

Criteria for Pigging, Pig Launchers and Receivers BPXA-CRT-AK-43-50


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Waste Management Procedure- Pigging Residues, UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01954-2

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Pressure or Non-Pressure Rated Mechanical Pipe Plugs

The purpose of these procedures is to ensure that the minimum requirements for the use of pressure or non-pressure rated mechanical plugs, inflatable bladders with or without purge, double seal hydraulic isolation devices (no purge) collectively referred to as line plugging devices are followed. This applies to all BP employees, contractors and facilities within BP’s Alaska operations.

Whenever possible, the first option for field-welding shall be cleaning of pipe to the extent that fresh air ventilation can be accomplished during the welding, thus eliminating the use of line-plugging devices.

Consideration shall be given to eliminating the need for in field welds whenever possible. If piping can be isolated and removed from process, it is preferable to complete the work outside classified areas.

The BP Mechanical Piping Engineer Technical Authority is responsible to authorize the requisition of the correct plug from the warehouse for a specific job.

When a decision is made to use an inert gas buffer in conjunction with plug to increase the safety of the installation steps must be taken to ensure that purge pressure cannot build up. The purge must be set up with the use of the Manometer Panel. This is to ensure excessive pressure does not build up on the backside of the plug, which may cause it to move - the plug may become a projectile, or fail to prevent hydrocarbons from entering the Hot Work area. In order to obtain a

Manometer Panel for use a “Manometer Panel Request Form” must be completely filled out and approved by the BPXA Safety Representative of the affected area.

Purging, Cold Cutting and Welding on Process Piping Procedure UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-00414-2

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Devices or Pressure and Non-Pressure Rated Plugs UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01855-A

Welding With Double-Seal Hydraulic Isolation Devices without N2 Purge UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC- 00277-2

Welding With Use of Inflatable Bladders and Nitrogen Purge UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-00280-2

Welding With Use of Mechanical Plugs and Nitrogen Purge UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-00279-2

Welding With Use of Pressure-Rated Plugs UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-00278

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Scaffold The scaffolding use and tagging practice is designed to assure that all scaffolds are certified upon completion by a qualified scaffolding erector and to ensure that scaffolds and scaffold components are inspected for visible defects by a competent person before each work shift, and after any occurrence which could affect a scaffold structural integrity. The scaffold must meet the requirements contained in subpart L of 29 CFR 1926 or 29 CFR 1910.28 depending upon the work to be completed (construction or Maintenance)

Scaffolds shall be designed by a qualified person. The scaffold structure loading calculations are based on one of three anticipated live loads. Light duty is the term for up to 25 pounds per square foot. Medium duty is the term for up to 50 pounds per square foot. Heavy duty is the term for up to 75 pounds per square foot.

Scaffolds shall be constructed under the supervision of a competent person and inspected by competent personnel.

Scaffold construction in advance of a turnaround must be approved by the Area Authority and precautions will be taken to make sure that access for equipment operation and firefighting is not jeopardized.

Scaffolds shall not block fire protection equipment, egress, egress routes, or other safety equipment

Scaffolds shall be erected on firm footings.

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Employees shall not use a scaffold that is not tagged as “Ready for Use” for that day. Precautions listed on the tag will be followed.

Scaffold Tagging Procedure, UPS-US-AK-GPB-ALL-HSE-DOC-00132-3

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Snow Removal Snow removal procedures shall be followed to safely remove snow in areas where hazardous obstructions are documented in the Equipment Operating Guide (EOG) or result from completion of a Level 1 Risk Assessment (L1RA). A Unit Work Permit may be required as a result of this hazard identification process. Other areas that may require a Unit Work Permit are defined as first time snow removal in areas which are not normally kept open for daily traffic and which are not obviously clear of above ground piping, cables, or other hazardous obstructions. Routine snow removal operations in common traffic areas, such as roadways, parking lots, and around facilities will not require a Unit Work Permit.

Snow removal operations at process facilities and the Central Power Station requires a documented annual review of the most recent EOG site map and aerial photo with each equipment operator by the Issuing Authority prior to winter snow removal activities.

Vehicles and equipment involved in snow removal within 10 feet of a classified area shall require notification and approval of the affected Issuing Authority.

No vehicle will pass another vehicle or piece of heavy equipment where a snow plume created by the vehicle in front results in limited or poor visibility. Maintain sufficient distance, at least 200 feet, behind the operations so that you can see clearly. Do not pass until the vehicle/operation in front stops or pulls over to the side allowing visibility such that you can see clearly to pass.

Guide / Hazard Review book EOG and aerial photos book.

Snow Removal Plan UPS-US-AK-GPB-ALL-HSE-DOC 00118-3


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Static electricity Hazards Static electricity is an electrical charge imbalance between two objects created by contact and separation of dissimilar insulating surfaces. An electrostatic charge can develop when there is an unequal amount of electrons between two objects. When there is a great enough charge imbalance, the electrons will flow as a spark or static discharge.

A static charge can be generated from any liquid transfer operation, friction resulting from the passage of fluid through a pipeline, hydrocarbons rushing through hose or pipe or issuing from open end pipes, the pouring of liquid from one container to another, flowing gasses, splash filling of tanks, settling of solid particles in liquid or gas bubbling through liquid, fueling vehicles, high speed ejection from nozzles, sampling using plastic containers, ventilating vessels, steaming or sandblasting operations.

The hazard of static is more severe in dry cold weather than it is in humid weather when most surfaces are coated with a film of moisture, making them good conductors and draining off static charges.

Fire and explosions have occurred during many different operations such as steaming out equipment, ventilating tanks and vessels, tank filling operations and sampling using plastic containers.

During confined space ventilation, static electricity can build up on the surface of the ventilation equipment. Given the right conditions of humidity, airborne dust, and static build up; the static electricity can discharge and cause a spark.

The usual precaution to avoid static electricity sparking is

proper bonding and grounding. The terms “bonding” and “grounding” should not be used interchangeably,

because the two processes have distinctly different functions. Bonding eliminates a difference in potential between objects, but does not eliminate a difference in potential between these objects and the earth. Grounding eliminates a difference in potential between an object and ground.

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of equipment involved in a transfer must be bonded to a common ground. Hoses used in transfer operations must be electrically continuous.

Ensure that conductive piping and equipment is bonded and grounded, and properly designed for flammable service. This includes vessels, pumps, pipe, valves, nozzles, instrument probes, filling pipes and nozzles, drums and other portable containers, and any other conductive equipment.

Make sure that ground connections in your plant are regularly checked to ensure that they are working properly.

While filling containers with flammable liquids minimize the amount of free fall that can create static in the liquid.

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Steam Hazards and Requirements Each cleaning or purging application utilizing steam to eliminate a process equipment flammable atmosphere will require a written specific job plan that is reviewed by a Facility Engineer and a BPXA Safety Representative and is agreed upon by the owner of the equipment and the group responsible for the execution of the plan. These plans at a minimum must address the requirements outlined in the Tank / Vessel / Piping Preparation and Cleaning Procedure and the following considerations.

SteelTote Pump

Bonding

SteelTote Pump

Bonding & Grounding

SteelTote Pump

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BPXA Tank/Vessel/Piping Preparation and Cleaning Procedure UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01788-2

General Safety Considerations PPE considerations need to be assessed to protect workers from burns from hot surfaces or contact with steam.

The exiting steam and waste can form an ignitable mixture once it combines with the outside air. It is important to eliminate ignition sources near the tank / pipe / vessel such as vehicles, heaters, etc. and monitor the wind direction. The steam plume exiting a vessel, tank or pipe can contain high level of hydrocarbons including benzene. Caution must be used to ensure that employees, offices, or air intakes are not in the path of the plume. Always place barricades and or visible signs as needed.

Follow the BPXA Fired Heater Policy for staging and setting up the fired steam generator unit.

Contraction and expansion must be considered for all types of equipment and coatings due to rapid temperature changes. This can affect tanks, vessels, or pipelines. The way equipment is secured and allowed to move must also be considered. This is especially true when using both steam and nitrogen to purge systems.

Consideration needs to be given to the possibility of heating NGLs within vessels or pipelines. Once heated, NGLs can produce large amounts of vapor. It is a good practice to flush equipment with diesel prior to steaming so that the NGLs are diluted, producing a less volatile mixture.

Ensure that the steam nozzle and tank/vessel are bonded together and grounded to prevent static discharge during operations.

Follow all energy isolation procedures to prepare the equipment for cleaning or purging.

Environmental Considerations All solid and liquid waste streams should be managed and disposed of in accordance with the Alaska Waste Disposal and Reuse Guide (Red Book) guidelines. Some waste streams may require sampling and lab analyses to determine the proper disposal option. Environmental should be contacted prior to generation of wastes.


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Appropriate spill prevention procedures should be developed and implemented prior to any steaming operation. All spills must be reported per BPXA procedures.

The force of the exiting steam may produce misting containing hydrocarbon residue. Provisions for mist containment must be considered:

If a tank is to be steamed it must be determined if the tank is a double walled tank. It is critical that there be a vent between the inner and outer wall of the tank. Usually this vent is located on the upper outer wall of the tank. If no vent is located on the tank, steaming cannot be performed as severe damage to the tank could result. If it is deemed that repairs to the tank walls need to be preformed additional atmospheric testing must be done inside the tank and in the space between the inner and outer wall.

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Structural Penetration The Structural penetration procedure shall be followed to minimize potential safety hazards when it is necessary to make penetrations in building floors, walls, partitions, soffits, ceilings, and roofs. If a structural member is to be cut or penetrated, the Facility / Structural Engineer shall evaluate the work to confirm that structural integrity is maintained.

These requirements apply throughout all BPXA operations.

Structural Penetration Procedure UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01811-2

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Structures (Portable/Temporary/Permanent)

Temporarily locating envirovacs, dry shacks, office trailers, and like structures on pads with operating facilities or other classified areas can potentially pose hazards including fires, explosions and toxic material releases to either the occupants of the temporary/portable structures or to the process facility and personnel.

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working within the structures.

To determine the safest location in the event of an uncontrolled release, a thorough risk based assessment shall be conducted and documented by the S&OR Process Safety and Risk group.

Reference/Procedures/Policies: Criteria for Design and Location of Occupied Permanent Buildings in Onshore Facilities (CRT-AK-44-30)

Criteria for Design and Location of Occupied Portable Buildings in Onshore Facilities (CRT-AK-44-31)

Criteria for Design and Location of Occupied Building in Onshore Facilities not covered by CRT-AK-44-30 and CRT-AK-44-31 (CRT-AK-44-34)

Administrative Management of Change, Appendix 2: UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-PSM-0525

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Hazard Warning (Tags, Flags, Barricades, and Signs) The purpose of this procedure is to establish tagging, flagging, barricade and sign requirements to make employees aware of temporary hazards, special conditions or the abnormal position of equipment.

Tags

Accident prevention tags are used to identify temporary hazardous conditions and provide a message to employees with respect to those conditions.

Flags

Flagging used to draw attention to specific items or conditions.

Barricades and Guards

The purpose of protective barricades is to call attention to a hazard and provide physical protection from the hazard.

These barricades are normally erected when it is not practical to eliminate the hazard immediately. A continuously posted guard/observer or a covering over the hazard may be used instead of a protective barricade.


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Signs

OSHA and ANSI classify safety signs according to use. Their definitions are very similar. OSHA has three classifications for signs:

1. Danger Signs - Indicate immediate danger and that special precaution are necessary. OSHA 29 CFR 1910.145 also specifies that the red, black and white colors used for Danger signs be in accordance with ANSI Z535.3-2002(4.11.1).

2. Caution Signs - Warn against potential hazards or caution against unsafe practices. OSHA 29 CFR 1910.145 specifies that the standard color for Caution signs shall have a yellow background, black panel and yellow letters. All letters used against the yellow background shall be black. The colors must be accordance with ANSI Z535.3-2002(4.11.1).

3. Safety Instruction Signs - Used where there is a need for general instructions and suggestions relative to safety measures. OSHA 29 CFR 1910.145 specifies that the standard color for Safety Instruction signs shall be a white background, green panel and white letters. Any letters used on the white background shall be black. The colors must be in accordance with ANSI Z535.3 2002(4.11.1).

BPXA Hazard Warnings Procedure, UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01792-2

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Water Travel and operations

Commercial Diving Operations 1. All commercial diving operations have inherent High

Risk activities associated with the operation and as such, shall meet all Federal, State, and Company regulations and policy requirements as stated in the BPXA Diving Procedure. This procedure provides BPXA instructions on conducting safe commercial diving operations and coordinating diving operations with other activities. In the event the BPXA Diving Procedure cannot be followed, no diving will be allowed to begin until the Group Diving Technical Authority is notified and approval has been granted in writing for the specific diving operation


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requested and appropriate MOC completed.

2. For the safety of all personnel, only employees associated with the diving operation and related activities shall be allowed in the immediate work area.

3. Approved U.S. Coast Guard Personal Flotation Device (PFD’s) will be worn by all personnel within 10 feet of the water edge or on the deck of any watercraft. Commercial dive contractors while in the water will comply with established safe practices as written within the above requirements.

BPXA Diving Procedure UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE -DOC- 01805-2

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Crew Boat or Hovercraft operations

1. The Captain is in charge of the crew boat or hovercraft and its passengers at all times. Follow the instructions of the Captain at all times during your transport aboard the vessel.

2. Passengers shall remain in the passenger compartment until the Captain has signaled that it is safe to exit.

3. All personnel traveling on the crew boat shall wear personal flotation devices when directed by the Captain.

4. Personnel shall not attempt to make a transfer to or from the crew boat or hovercraft when carrying anything that will restrict their movements.

Material / Personnel Transfer between Offshore Facilities & Watercraft 1. The equipment operator and all persons involved in

loading or unloading operations shall discuss and plan procedures prior to movements of personnel or materials.

2. All persons connected in any way with material/personnel transfers who are within 10 feet of open water shall wear an approved U.S. Coast Guard Personal Flotation Device (PFD’s) at all times.

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operations shall keep clear of the decks in the vicinity of the transfer operations while such operations are in progress.

4. Personnel shall be alert, keeping their eyes on the equipment used for the transfer operations, while avoiding positions where they could become trapped between the load and other materials.

5. Loads shall be maneuvered over the water rather than over the watercraft.

6. When the equipment operator cannot see the deck of the supply watercraft, a signalman shall be used to give visual signals to both the equipment operator and the watercraft crews.

7. Any employee required to work on the watercraft during material/personnel transfer operations shall wear appropriate PPE as determined by the Task Hazard Assessment.

8. Watercraft shall be equipped with a radio on the same frequency as the facility. Watercraft personnel shall monitor this frequency at all times while the loading and unloading operation is in progress.

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ANSI Flange Pressure Rating - Table


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Bolt Tightening Sequence

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Conversion ConstantsConversion Constants

To Change To Multiply ByCentimeters Inches 0.39370 Meters Miles (statute) 6.2137 x10-4

Meters Yards 1.0936 Meters Inches 39.37 Kilometers Miles (statute) 0.62137 Inches Feet 0.0833 Inches Centimeters 2.54 Feet Centimeters 30.48 Feet Meters 0.3048 Yards Meters 0.9144 Miles (U.S. statute) Kilometers 1.6094 Square inches Square feet 0.00694 Square inches Square centimeters 6.4516 Square feet square inches 144Square feet square yards 0.11111 Square yards Square feet 9 Cubic inches Cubic feet 0.00058 Cubic feet Cubic inches 1728Cubic feet Cubic yards 0.03703 Cubic yards Cubic feet 27Cubic inches Gallons 0.00433 Cubic feet Gallons 7.48 Barrels Gallons (Oil) 42Gallons Cubic inches 231Gallons Cubic feet 0.1337 Gallons (U.S.) Liters 3.785 Gallons Pounds of water 8.33 Gallons Fluid ounces 128Pounds of water Gallons 0.12004 Ounces Pounds 0.0625 Pounds Ounces 16Liters Gallons 0.2642 Inches of water Pounds/square inch 0.0361 Inches of water Inches of mercury 0.0735 Inches of water Ounces/square inch 0.578 Inches of water Pounds/square foot 5.2


Inches of Mercury Inches of water 13.6 Inches of mercury Feet of water 1.1333 To Change To Multiply By

Inches of mercury Pounds/square inch 0.4914 Ounces/square inch Inches of mercury 0.127 Ounces/square inch Inches of water 1.733 Pounds/square inch Inches of water 27.72 Pounds/square inch Feet of water 2.310 Pounds/square inch Inches of mercury 2.04 Pounds/square inch Atmospheres 0.0681 Feet of water Pounds/square inch 0.434 Feet of water Pounds/square foot 62.5 Feet of water Inches of mercury 0.8824 Barrels/hour Gallons/minute (U.S.) 0.7 Barrels/hour Gallons/hour (U.S.) 42 Barrels/hour Liters/minute 2.65 Gallons/minute (U.S.) Barrels/hour 1.486 Gallons/minute (U.S.) Liters/second 0.0631 Atmospheres Pounds/square inch 14.696 Atmospheres Inches of mercury 29.92 Atmospheres Feet of water 34 Long tons Pounds 2240 Short tons Pounds 2000 Short tons Long tons 0.89285



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Inches of Mercury Inches of water 13.6 Inches of mercury Feet of water 1.1333 To Change To Multiply By

Inches of mercury Pounds/square inch 0.4914 Ounces/square inch Inches of mercury 0.127 Ounces/square inch Inches of water 1.733 Pounds/square inch Inches of water 27.72 Pounds/square inch Feet of water 2.310 Pounds/square inch Inches of mercury 2.04 Pounds/square inch Atmospheres 0.0681 Feet of water Pounds/square inch 0.434 Feet of water Pounds/square foot 62.5 Feet of water Inches of mercury 0.8824 Barrels/hour Gallons/minute (U.S.) 0.7 Barrels/hour Gallons/hour (U.S.) 42 Barrels/hour Liters/minute 2.65 Gallons/minute (U.S.) Barrels/hour 1.486 Gallons/minute (U.S.) Liters/second 0.0631 Atmospheres Pounds/square inch 14.696 Atmospheres Inches of mercury 29.92 Atmospheres Feet of water 34 Long tons Pounds 2240 Short tons Pounds 2000 Short tons Long tons 0.89285



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Conversion FactorsConversion Factors Pressure 1 lb. per sq. inch = 2.31 ft. water at 60° F

= 2.04 in. hg at 60° F 1 ft. water at 60° F = 0.433 lb. per sq. in.

= 0.884 in. hg at 60° F 1 in. hg at 60° F = 0.49 lb. per sq. in.

= 1.13 ft. water at 60°F lb. per sq. in. = lb. Per sq. in. gauge Absolute (psia) (psig) + 14.7

Temperature ° C = (°F - 32) x .55 ° F = (9/5 x °C) + 32 ° F + 459.72 = °F Absolute/Rankine ° C + 273.16 = °C Absolute / Kelvin ° Rankine (R) - 459.72 = °Farhenheit (F) ° Kelvin (K) -273.16 = °Celsius (C)

Concentration 1,000,000 ppm = 100.0% 100,000 ppm = 10.0% 10,000 ppm = 1.0% 1,000 ppm = 0.1% 100 ppm = 0.01% 10 ppm = 0.001% 1 ppm = 0.0001%

Weight of Liquid 1 gal. (U.S.) = 8.34 lb. x sp. gr. 1 cu. Ft. = 62.4 lb. x sp. gr. 1 lb. = 0.12 U.S. gal ÷ sp. gr.

= 0.016 cu. ft. ÷ sp. gr.

Flow 1 gpm = 0.134 cu. ft. per min.

= 500lb. per gr. x sp. gr. 500 lb. per. hr. = 1 gpm ÷ sp. gr. 1 cu. Ft. per min. (cfm) = 448.8 gal. per hr. (gph)

Work 1 Btu (mean) = 778 ft. lb.

= 0.293 watt hr. = 1.180 of heat required to change temp of 1 lb. water from

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1 hp. per hr. = 2545 Btu (mean) = 0.746 kwhr 1 kw per hr. = 3413 Btu (mean) = 1.34 hp. per hr.

Power 1 Btu per hr. = 0.293 watt = 12.96 ft. lb. per min. = 0.00039 hp 1 ton refrig (U.S.) = 288,000 Btu per 24 hr. = 12,000 Btu per min. = 200 Btu per min. = 83.33 lb. Ice melter per hr. from and at 32° F 1 hp = 550 ft. lb. Per sec. = 746 watt = 2545 Btu per hr. 1 boiler hp = 33,480 Btu per hr. = 34.5 lb. Water evap. per hr. from and at 212° F = 9.8 kw 1 kw = 3413 Btu per hr.

Mass 1 lb. (avoir.) = 16 oz. (avoir) = 7000 grain 1 ton (short) = 2000 lb. 1 ton (long) = 2240lb.

Volume 1 gal. (U.S.) = 128 fl. oz. (U.S.) = 231 cu. in. = 0.833 gal. (Brit.) 1 cu. ft. = 7.48 gal. (U.S.)

Weight of Water 1 cu. ft a 50° F weighs 62.41 lbs. 1 gal. At 50° F weights 8.34 lbs. 1 cu. ft. of ice weighs 57.2 lbs. Water is at its greatest density at 39.2° F 1 cu. ft. at 39.2° F weighs 62.43 lbs.

Hydrogen Sulfide Concentrations 1 grain/100 Scf = 15.9 part per million (ppm) 1% = 10,000 ppm



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Feet Head of Water to PSIFeet Head of Water to PSI

Pounds Pounds Feet per Square Feet per Square Head Inch Head Inch 1 .43 100 43.31

2 .87 110 47.64

3 1.30 120 51.97

4 1.73 130 56.30

5 2.17 140 60.63

6 2.60 150 64.96

7 3.03 160 69.29

8 3.46 170 73.63

9 3.90 180 77.96

10 4.33 200 86.62

15 6.50 250 108.27

20 8.66 300 129.93

25 10.83 350 151.58

30 12.99 400 173.24

40 17.32 500 216.55

50 21.65 600 259.85

60 25.99 700 303.16

70 30.32 800 346.47

80 34.65 900 389.78

90 38.98 1000 433.00

Note: One foot of water at 62°F equals .433 pound pressure per square inch. To find the pressure per square inch for any feet head given in the table above, multiply the feet head by .433.



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Fresh Water Pressure Tables

Fresh Water Pressure Tables Water Pressure to Feet Head

Pounds Pounds Per Square Feet per Square Feet Inch Head Inch Head 1 2.31 100 230.90 2 4.62 110 253.98 3 6.93 120 277.07 4 9.24 130 300.16 5 11.54 140 323.25 6 13.85 150 346.34 7 16.16 160 369.43 8 18.47 170 392.52 9 20.78 180 415.61 10 23.09 200 461.78 15 34.63 250 577.24 20 46.18 300 692.69 25 57.72 350 808.13 30 69.27 400 922.58 40 92.36 500 1154.48 50 115.45 600 1385.39 60 138.54 700 1616.30 70 161.63 800 1847.20 80 184.72 900 2078.10 90 207.81 1000 2309.00

Note: One pound of pressure per square inch of water equals 2.309 feet of water at 62°F. Therefore, to find the feet head of water for any pressure not given in the table above, multiply the pressure pounds per square inch by 2.309.



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Gas Properties ChartGas Properties Chart

ChemicalFormula

MethaneCH4

PropaneC3H8

PentaneC5H12

Hydro-gen

SulfideH2S

Hydro-genH2

SpecificGravity

0.6 1.5 2.5 1.2 0.07

BoilingPoint F°@

14.7 PSIA

-258.7 -43.7 96.9 -76.6 -423.0

AutoIgnition

Temp. F°1076 842 500 500 932

LEL(% by volume

in air)

5.0 2.1 1.7 4.0 4.1

UEL(% by volume

in air)

15 10.1 7.8 44.0 74.2

20% LEL(% by volume

in air)

1.0 0.42 0.3 0.8 0.82

80% LEL(% by volume

in air)

4.0 1.68 1.2 3.2 3.28



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Hazard Communication Standard Pictograms and Hazards

Gas Cylinder

Health Hazard

CarcinogenMutagenicityReproductive ToxicityRespiratory SensitizerTarget Organ ToxicityAspiration Toxicity

Flame

FlammablesPyrophoricsSelf-HeatingEmits Flammable GasSelf-ReactivesOrganic Peroxides

Exclamation Mark

Irritant (skin and eye)Skin SensitizerAcute ToxicityNarcotic EffectsRespiratory Tract IrritantHazardous to Ozone Layer(Non-Mandatory)

Gases Under Pressure

Corrosion

Skin Corrosion/BurnsEye DamageCorrosive to Metals

Exploding Bomb

ExplosivesSelf-ReactivesOrganic Peroxides

Flame Over Circle

Oxidizers

Environment(Non-Mandatory)

Aquatic Toxicity

Skull andCrossbones

Acute Toxicity(fatal or toxic)


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Rigging Table

Sling Stresses at Various Sling Angles(The sling angle shall never be less than 30 degrees)

Rigging Table

Sling Stresses at Various Sling Angles (The sling angle shall never be less than 30 degrees)



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Synthetic Webbing Slings

Synthetic Webbing Slings



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Standard Hand Signals for Crane operators

Standard Hand Signals for Crane Operators


Soil Types and Slope Requirements

Note: Soil type must be determined by visual and manual tests; otherwise assume Type C soil with 1 ½ to 1 slopes.



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Wind Chill Chart


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Working on or Near Live Parts

Working On or Near Live Parts



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Policy and Procedures ReferencesControlled Document List

http://eportal.bpweb.bp.com/hse/AdvancedSearch.aspx

Policy and Procedures References

Controlled Document List

http://eportal.bpweb.bp.com/hse/AdvancedSearch.aspx

Document Name Document Number Key Word

8 Golden Rules of Safety http://safetyandoperations.bpweb.bp.com/goldenrules

Golden Rules

BP Health, Safety and Environmental HSE Policy


HSE policy

BPXA Alaska Home Page

http://alaska.bpweb.bp.com

BPXA Home Page

BPXA Coaching and Discipline Policy https://bppeople.bpweb

.bp.com/irj/portal

Coaching, Discipline

BPXA HR Website https://bppeople.bpweb.bp.com/irj/portal

Human Resources

BPXA Alaska Defeated Safety Device Control Procedure

UPS-US-AK-ALL-DOC-0002

Defeated Safety Device; Bypass;

Override Alaska Waste Disposal and Reuse Guide (Red Book)

UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01658-2 Redbook

Alaska Safety Handbook UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-00389-2

ASH, Alaska Safety

Handbook

Analysis Of High Pressure Natural Gas Liquids Utilizing a Hewlett Packard / Agilent 6890 Capillary Gas Chromatograph

UPS-US-AK-GPB-LAB-NP-8032

natural gas, liquids, mole%, mole %, vol%, hydrocarbon

content, BTU, specific gravity,

TVP, vapor pressure, NGL,

LNG, C6+, propane

Asbestos Gasket and Valve Packing Handling

UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-00377-2 Asbestos

Asbestos Management Procedure


Asbestos

Assured Grounding Program 29 CFR 1926.404(b)(1)(iii)(E)(4)

http://www.osha.gov/pls/oshaweb/owadisp.show_document?p_table=STANDARDS&p_id=10705

N/A

Atmospheric Testing Device Field Usage Program


ITX, monitor, sniffer, gas



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tester Authorization to Proceed (ATP) Procedure

UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01959-2 ATP

Badge Scan Guidelines for Aviation Bus Transportation

UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01921-2 Badge Scan

Below the Hook Lifting Device Operation and Maintenance Procedure

UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-00463-2 Crane, Lifting

Benzene Control Procedure

UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-00768-2 Benzene

Breaking Containment Permit

UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01984-2 PTW

Breaking Containment Permit Completion Guidelines

UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01985-A PTW

Breathing Air Procedure UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-00689-2 Breathing Air

Bridge Crane Access for Work Platform Procedure

UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-00386-2 Crane Access

Car Seal Valve Requirements UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-

OPS-0500

Car Seal

Confined Space Entry Program

UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01799-2 Confined Space

Control of Work (CoW) Audit and Assessment Program

UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01804-2 CoW, Audit

Control of Work (CoW) Competency Policy


CoW, Competency

Control of Work (CoW) Group Defined Practice (GDP)

GDP_4_5_0001.doc N/A

Control of Work (CoW) Policy

UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01800-2 CoW, Policy

Control of Work (CoW) Roles, Accountabilities, and Responsibilities

UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01802-2 CoW, Roles

Control of Work (CoW) Stop Work Policy


CoW, Stop the Job

Control of Work (CoW) Task-Based Risk Assessment Procedure

UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01801-2 CoW, HITRA

Criteria for Design and Location of Occupied Permanent Buildings in Onshore Facilities

CRT-AK-44-30 N/A



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Criteria for Design and Location of Occupied Portable Buildings in Onshore Facilities

CRT-AK-44-31 N/A

Criteria for Design and Location of Occupied Building in Onshore Facilities not covered by CRT-AK-44-30 and CRT-AK-44-31

CRT-AK-44-34 N/A

Criteria for Pigging, Pig Launchers and Receivers

CRT-AK-43-50 N/A

Devices Containing Sealed Radioactive Sources

UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01712-2 Radioactivity

Diving Procedure for BP Alaska

UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01805-2 Diving

DOT Operation Maintenance, Emergency Response (OMER) Hazardous Liquid Pipelines

UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-DOT-DOC-00012-2

OMER; Emergency Response

DOT Covered Task 41. Conduct Hydro-test after Repairs

UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-DOT-DOC-00035-A

Covered Task,41,Hydrote

st

DOT Integrity Management Program Manual

UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-DOT-DOC-000032

Integrity Management

DOT Pipeline Operator Qualifications Plan

UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-DOT-DOC-00013-2

Operator Qualification;

OQ

Driving Safety Policy UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01333-2 Driving

EDDI WEB PAGE

http://eddi.ch2m.net/webtop/component/ain?_dmfClientld=1290027111015&_dmfTzoff=540

Engineering Drawing &

Documentation Information

Energized Electrical Work permit (EEWP)


Energized Electrical Work permit (EEWP) Completion Guidelines


Electrical Safety Program

UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-00613-2 Electricity

Emergency response Plans

UPS-US-AK-GPB-ALL-HSE-DOC-00046-3 ERP

Energy Isolation/Safe-Out (Control of Hazardous Energy Sources) BPXA Practice

UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01797-2 Safeout

Exposure Assessment & IH Monitoring Plan

UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01846-2 IH Plan



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Facility Infection Control and Sanitation Procedure (North Slope Operations)


Infection Control, Sanitation

Fall Protection Program UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-00661-2

Working at Heights; Fall Protection

Fire and Life Safety Plan Review Submittal Guideline


Fire Plan

Fired Heater Policy for BP Alaska


Fired Heater, Heater

Fluid Transfer Spill Prevention Procedure


Spill Checklist, Fluid Transfer

Ground Disturbance Permit


Ground Disturbance

Ground Disturbance Permit Completion Guidelines

UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01991-A

Ground Disturbance

Ground Disturbance and Excavation Procedure


Ground Disturbance, Excavation

GPB Fire and Gas Halon Cylinder Inspection, Maintenance and Recharging Procedure

UPS-US-AK-GPB-FNG-OPR-OTH-00740-4

Halon

Halon Cylinder and Handling Procedure

UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-OPR-DOC-00017-2 Halon

Hazard Communication Program for BP Alaska

UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01710-2 HAZCOM

Hazard Warnings Procedure


Hazard Warning; Warning Signs

Hearing Conservation Procedure

UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-00769-2 Hearing

Hot and Odd Bolting Procedure

UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-OPR-DC-00003-2

Mechanical Bolting; Hot

Bolting

Hot Work Permit UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01992-2 PTW

Hot Work Permit Completion guidelines


HSE Document Website http://eportal.bpweb.bp.com/hse/

Health, Safety & Environmental Management

System Hydrates – Operations – Mitigation and Safe Handling

UPS-US-AK-AL-ALL-OPS-0501 Hydrates

Hydrogen Sulfide Policy and Procedure

UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-00289-2 H2S

Incident Investigation Manual

UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01489-2 Investigations

Integrity Management http://omslibrary.bpweb IM



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GDP 5.0-001 .bp.com/GroupOMSLibrary/Requirement/GDP/GDP_5_0_0001.doc

Inclement Weather Equipment Operating Procedure


Inclement Weather, Weather

Job-Specific Plan for Hot Work with Hydraulic Isolation Devices or Pressure and Non-Pressure rated Plugs


hydraulic isolation, hot

work, pressure rated plugs

Ladder Use and Inspection Procedure

UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01870-2 Ladders

Lead Exposure Management Program


Lead Management

Lessons Learned Communication Procedure


Lessons Learned

Lifting Equipment Integrity Practice

UPS-US-AK-GPB-ALL-HSE-DOC-00071-3 Lifting

Line Thawing Procedure UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-OPR-OTH-00007-2 Line Thawing

Lone Worker Procedure UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01862-2 Working Along

Management of Change Supplement - CIC Chemical Change

UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-PSM-0002-A MOC

Manual Lift Weight Limit Guidance Document


Manual Lift Weight

Mobile Crane Critical Lift Procedure


Mobile Crane; Lifting

Naturally Occurring Radioactive Material (NORM) Procedure

UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-00391-2 NORM

New Chemical Evaluation Procedure


NCE; New Chemicals

New Chemical Evaluation Web

https://wss2.bp.com/HSSE2/NCE_Procedure/default.aspx

New Chemical: MSDS

New Employee Program UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-00328-2 New Employee

North Slope Environmental Handbook


Environmental Handbook

North Slope Workplace Exposure Assessment Web

http://upstreamcollab.bpweb.bp.com/sites/alaskaintranet/SOR/HS/hmih/Pages/Industrial%20Hygiene.aspx

Workplace Exposure

ODIE (Operations Document Information Exchange) PSM Procedures Web

http://eportal.bpweb.bp.com/omsop/documentum/

PSM; Procedures

OMS Home Pagehttp://safetyandoperations.bpweb.bp.com/OMS-framework/

OMS



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Off-road travel (Tundra Travel and Ice Roads/Pads)


tundra, tundra travel

Off-road (Tundra) Travel Standard Completion Report Form


land use, tundra, tundra travel

Optical Gas Imaging (OGI) for Leak Detection

UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-OPR-DOC-00020-2

OGI, Optical Gas

Organizational Management of Change Procedure

UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01694-2 MOC; PSM

Oversized Vehicle Escort Procedures

UPS-US-AK-GPB-ALL-HSE-DOC-00121-3 Vehicle Escort

PCB (Polychlorinated Biphenyl) Handling Procedure

UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01923-2 PCB

Preventative Maintenance (PM) MOC Attachment

UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-PSM-0003-A MOC

Permit to Work UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01983-2 Permit to Work

Permit to Work for Non-rig Well Work

UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01919-A Permit to Work

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Program

UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-00599-2 PPE

Phase Weather/Road Conditions Operating Procedure

UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01683-2 Phase Weather

Pipeline and Flowline Safety Procedure – Slugging Line Precautions

UPS-US-AK-GPB-ALL-HSE-DOC-00024-2 Pipelines

Pressure Safety Valve (PSV) Testing and Repair Procedure

UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-OPR-DOC-00008-2 PSV

PSM Application Element Administrative Procedure

UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-PSM-0520

PSM; Applicability

PSM Compliance Assurance & Self-Assessment Process


PSM; Compliance

PSM Contractors Administrative Procedure

UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-PSM-0555 PSM; Contractor

PSM OSHA Standard http://www.osha.gov/ NA PSM Employee Participation Element Administrative Procedure


PSM; Employee Participation

PSM Incident Investigation Element Administrative Procedure


PSM; Incident Investigation

PSM Administrative Management of Change Procedure

UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-PSM-0525 AMOC

PSM Mechanical UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL- PSM; Integrity



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Integrity Element Administrative Procedure

PSM-0500

BPXA Site Operating Practice for SOPs

UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-SOP-0001 SOP

PSM Pre-Startup Safety Review Procedure

UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-PSM-0530 PSM; PSSR

PSM Process Hazard Analysis Element Administrative Procedure

UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-PSM-0540 PHA

PSM Process Safety Information Procedure

UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-PSI-1100

PSM; Safety Information

PSM Restart Procedures for Planned and Emergency /Unplanned Shutdowns

UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-PSM-0580 PSM; Restart

PSM Trade Secrets Trade Secrets NAPSM Training Element Administrative Procedure

UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-PSM-0550 PSM; Training

Purging, Cold Cutting and Welding on Process Piping Procedure


Welding

Radioactive devices Containing Sealed Radioactive Sources


radioactivity, sealed source

Respiratory Protection Program

UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-00780-2 Respirator

Safe Handling, Storage and Securing Compressed Gas Cylinders Procedure


Compressed Gas, Gas Cylinders

Scaffold Tagging Procedure

UPS-US-AK-GPB-ALL-HSE-DOC-00132-3 Scaffold Tag

Simultaneous Operations Procedure (SIMOPS)

UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-00304-2 SIMOPS

Siting of Buildings on Wellsites CRT-AK-44-34 NA

Snow Removal Plan for GPB and Deadhorse

UPS-US-AK-GPB-ALL-HSE-DOC-00118-3 Snow Removal

SOP: Wells: Hardline Certifications/ Inspection Guideline

UPS-US-AK-ADW-WLS-ADW-DOC-00118-4

Hardline

Specification for Hot Tapping SPC-AK-42-104 NA

Specification for In-service welding SPC-AK-18-012 NA

Structural Penetration Procedure


Structural Penetration

Surface Liner / Drip Pan Use Procedure


Drip Pans; Duck Ponds

Tank / Vessel / Piping Preparation and Cleaning Procedure


Tank Cleaning; Vessel Cleaning

Technical Management of Change Procedure

UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-PSM-0526 MOC; PSM

Tobacco Use Policy UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL- smoking, snuff,



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HSE-DOC-01810-2 e-cigarettes, electronic cigarettes,

secondhand smoke, second-

hand smoke, chew

Traccess http://reports-alaska.bpweb.bp.com/lms/login.asp

NA

Unit Work Permit UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01996-2 PTW

Unit Work Permit Completion guidelines


Unsecured Vehicle Policy (vehicle Idling)

UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01861-2 Vehicle Idling

Vehicle Recovery Procedure

UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-OPS-0504 Towing

Waste Management Procedure- Pigging Residues

UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01954-2 waste

Welding With Double-Seal Hydraulic Isolation Devices without N2 Purge


Welding; Double Seal; Without N2

Welding With Use of Inflatable Bladders and Nitrogen Purge


Welding; Bladders

Welding With Use of Mechanical Plugs And Nitrogen Purge


Welding; Mechanical

Plugs Welding With Use of Pressure-Rated Plugs


Welding; Pressure Plugs

Well Work Transfer Permit


Well Work Transfer Permit Completion Guidelines


Work Zone Safety Guidelines Requirements

UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-OPS-0503

Work Zone, Traffic

Worker Decontamination Procedure

UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-00665-2 Decon

Worksite HSE Walk-Through/ Inspections Procedure

UPS-US-AK-ALL-ALL-HSE-DOC-01925-2 Walkthrough



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Glossary Affected Employee: An employee whose job requires him/her to operate or use a machine or equipment on which servicing or maintenance is being performed under lockout or tag-out, or whose job requires him/her to work in an area in which such servicing or maintenance is being performed.

AGT: Authorized Gas Tester

Anchorage: A secure connecting point capable of safely withstanding the impact forces applied by the fall arrest system. A fall arrest anchorage must be independent of any anchorage used to support or suspend platforms.

ANSI: American National Standards Institute

Anti-Two Block Device: Is a device used on a crane that is designed to prevent a hoist block and/or load from being hoisted into contact with the boom tip by putting sufficient stress on the wire rope that it is either cut or stressed to the point that the line separates and the load falls.

API: American Petroleum Institute

Appointed: Assigned specific responsibilities by the employer or the employer’s representative.

Approved: Approved for a specific purpose, environment, or application described in a particular Standard requirement. Suitability of equipment for a specific purpose may be determined by a nationally recognized testing laboratory such as Underwriters or Factory Mutual.

Area Authority (AA): A person designated for confirming all work activities conducted are consistent with associated practices and permit requirements. This person will be responsible for approval of all Medium/High and pre-determined High Risk work. Refer to “Permitting Responsibilities and General Rules” Section under Permitting Roles and Responsibilities.

AOM: Area Operations Manager

ATP: Authorization to Proceed.

Authorized: Appointed by a duly constituted administrative or regulatory authority. A person who is approved or assigned by the employer to perform a specific type of duty or duties or to be at a specific location or locations at the jobsite.

Authorized Employee: (for energy isolation purposes only): A person who locks out or tags out machines or equipment in order to perform servicing or maintenance on that machine


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or equipment. An affected employee becomes an authorized employee when that employee’s duties include performing servicing or maintenance covered under this section.

- Operator - The “Authorized Employee” in charge of the Energy Isolation. This includes shutting down, isolating, and locking out a piece of equipment and verification of safe energy state (preferably zero) for servicing or maintenance. This person will also be in charge of removing the equipment from lockout after the work is completed, and starting up the equipment.

- Worker - Anyone who applies a personal lock or tag to an energy isolation device, including a Lockbox, if used.

AESTL: Area Engineering Support Team Leader

Auto ignition temperature: The temperature at which a substance will spontaneously combine with oxygen and burn without an external ignition or heat source.

Barricade: A structure set up across a route of access to obstruct the passage. Equipment used as barricading devices are: manhole covers, railings with toeboard, etc.

Blind: A device such as a metal plate, inserted into flanged joints, a blind flange or a cap or plug installed on the end of pipe lines used to prevent potentially hazardous or pressurized liquids, gases, or vapors from passing through a pipe line or nozzle.

Bonding: The process of connecting two or more conductive objects together by means of a conductor to minimize potential differences between conductive objects. Bonding “equalizes” the potential between objects.

BU: Business Unit (Greater Prudhoe Bay, Endicott / Badami, Milne Point, Northstar, and Liberty)

CFR: Code of Federal Regulations

Classified Area: Facilities where hydrocarbons are handled, processed, or stored are classified according to specifications set forth in the NFPA, National Electric Code and API Recommended Practices.

You should know that an area classification extends 10 feet beyond the exterior wall or roof of a building, fan exhaust, vent, low point drain, high point vent or flanges.

From the National Electrical Code, 1993:

Class I, Division 1. A Class I, Division 1 is a location: (1) in which ignitable concentrations of flammable gases or vapors can exist under normal operating conditions; or (2)


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in which ignitable concentrations of such gases or vapors may exist frequently because of repair or maintenance operations or because of leakage; or (3) in which breakdown or faulty operation of equipment or processes might release ignitable concentrations of flammable gases or vapors, and might also cause simultaneous failure of electric equipment.

Class I, Division 2. A Class I, Division 2 is a location: (1) in which volatile flammable liquids or flammable gases are handled, processed, or used, but in which the liquids, vapors, or gases will normally be confined within closed containers or closed systems from which they can escape only in case of accidental rupture or breakdown of such containers or systems, or in the case of abnormal operation of equipment; or (2) in which ignitable concentrations of gases or vapors are normally prevented by positive mechanical ventilation, and which might become hazardous through failure or abnormal operation of the ventilating equipment; or (3) that is adjacent to a Class I, Division 1 location, and to which ignitable concentrations of gases or vapors might occasionally be communicated unless such communication is prevented by adequate positive-pressure ventilation from a source of clean air, and effective safeguards against ventilation failure are provided.

Cold Cutting: The cutting of any line with a Wachs saw, powered hacksaw, or any other device which is non-sparking.

Cold Tapping: The drilling of a line or equipment after it has been de-pressured, blocked, and opened to atmosphere.

Compliance Task Manager: is a centralized database for HSE compliance information. Compliance matrices are input into the CTM, where they are electronically monitored and regulated. CTM can be thought of as a way of housing compliance matrices and giving users a way to communicate the status of HSE related tasks.

Competent Person (OSHA): A person who is capable of identifying existing and predictable hazards in the surroundings or working conditions, which are unsanitary, hazardous, or dangerous to employees, and who has authorization to take prompt corrective measures to eliminate them.

CoW: Control of Work

CMAS: Competency Management Assurance Process

Copy of Record: The copy of safe work permits that the Company requires to be filed for a specified period of time.

Control Locks: These are keyed-alike locks that are used to protect the process or equipment, but not for personal protection.


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Designated Worker: A Worker who has taken on the additional responsibility to protect the safety of other Workers by allowing them to work under the protection of his/her Personal Lock.

Device Lock: A Uniquely Keyed lock(s) where the key is under the exclusive control of the Lockbox. This lock is applied directly to the Energy Isolation Device only when a Lock Box Lock Out technique is being used. Device Locks that are assigned for use with a Lockbox shall have a DANGER Tag attached.

Direct-fired Heaters: Open flame contained within a portable device with a fuel source used for heating. This includes salamanders, blow torches, natural gas and LP gas heaters.

EA: Engineering Authority

Energized Electrical Work Permit: If live parts are not placed in an electrically safe work condition (i.e. for the reason of increased or additional hazards or infeasibility), work to be performed shall be considered energized electrical work and shall be performed by written permit only.

Energy Isolation: The method(s) for physically preventing the transmission of an Energy Source into an area where work is being performed. This is done using Energy Isolation Devices.

EID (Energy Isolation Diagram): Is a diagram that identifies the type/source and location of the Energy Isolation device. Energy Isolation Device: A mechanical device that physically prevents the transmission of an Energy Source. Note: Push buttons, selector switches, and other control circuit type devices that do not directly control the electricity ARE NOT Energy Isolation Devices.

Energy Isolation List: A form used to identify and record all devices used to isolate potential sources of energy prior to servicing or performing maintenance on any equipment or machinery.

Energy Source: Any source of energy. Examples include electrical, pressure, mechanical, gravity, heat/cold, radiation, biological, and chemical (corrosives, etc).

EOG (Equipment Operating Guide): Is an equipment operations guide to identify and catalogue the hazards that may be encountered while performing heavy equipment operations.

Equipment: Piping systems and mechanical equipment that require maintenance, or servicing, and have the potential to contain an Energy Source.


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Exclusive Control: The Energy Isolation Device is within a Worker’s arm’s reach and within their line of sight while they are working, OR is locked with the Worker’s Personal Lock.

Excavation Competent Person (ECP): The Excavation Competent Person (ECP) is a person who is knowledgeable about soil types, use of protective systems, and the requirements of the OSHA 1926 Subpart P Standard and is capable of identifying existing and predictable hazards in the surroundings, or working conditions which are unsanitary, hazardous, or dangerous to employees. The ECP has authorization to take prompt corrective measures to eliminate them.

EP SDP: Exploration and Production Segment Defined Practice

ERRP: Emergency Response and Rescue Plan

Fall Restraint System: An approved device and any necessary components that function together to restrain an employee in such a manner as to prevent that employee from reaching the edge and falling.

Fire Zone: An enclosed area covered by one zone of a fire or gas detection system.

Fire Watch: Is a designated person who is trained to ensure the safety of all workers involved in torch cutting, gas welding, arc welding and grinding, or as other conditions warrant.

Flammable Liquids: Fluids with a flash point at or below 199.4¡ F.

Flash Point: The minimum temperature at which a liquid gives off vapor in sufficient concentration to form an ignitable mixture with air near the surface of the liquid within the vessel as specified by appropriate test procedure and apparatus.

FRC: Fire Resistant Clothing

GDP: Group Defined Practice

GOO: Global Operations Organization

GPO: Global Project Organization

GRP: Group Recommended Practice

GWO: Global Wells Organization

GPB: Greater Prudhoe Bay

Grounding: The process of connecting one or more conductive objects to the ground to minimize potential differences between objects and the ground. Grounding dissipates on electric charge to ground.


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Group: Two or more Workers working under the protection of one of the Worker’s (Designated Worker) Personal Lock(s).

HITRA (Hazard Identification and Task Risk Assessment): A formal procedure which results from a systematic examination of a task in order to identify all the hazards and assess the risks, and which identifies safe methods of work to ensure that the hazards are eliminated or the residual risks are minimized.

Hot Tapping: A method of adding a branch connection to pressurized equipment without removing the equipment from service. The hot tapping procedure includes the attachment weld, hydrostatic test, and drilling or machining of the pipe or other equipment.

Hot Work (HW): Is defined as any activity or equipment that may generate sufficient energy to ignite flammable material.

HWOF: Hot Work Open Flame

HWSP: Hot Work Spark Potential ICC: Isolation Confirmation Certificate IDIP: Isolation and De-isolation Instruction Plan

IFS (Integrated Field Schedule): A portion of the Scheduling Optimization Structures of Integrated Planning (IP). IFS, is a scheduling process that provides a single view of all work to be performed for a given facility.

Indirect Fired Heaters: A contained fired heated medium, normally fan assisted, used for area heating. This includes kerosene heaters, catalytic heaters, and boilers.

Inerting: The process of eliminating the potential for a flammable atmosphere by using an inert gas such as nitrogen, carbon dioxide or steam (water vapor) to displace oxygen required for ignition.

In-service Welding: Any welding performed on equipment, pipelines, and/or other facilities that have been in hydrocarbon service and are to remain in service, pressurized or not, unless they have been blinded, depressurized, and purged such that they cannot be within a flammable range. This includes the installation of non-pressure repair sleeves, if such sleeves include welding to the carrier pipe.

Intrinsically Safe: A condition in which any spark or thermal effect is incapable of causing ignition of a mixture of flammable or combustible material in air.

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“Permitting Responsibilities and General Rules” Section under Permitting Roles and Responsibilities.

Isolation Procedures: Isolation procedures contain instructions for isolating all forms of energy associated with equipment for the protection of personnel during servicing and maintenance procedures.

Issuing Authority (IA): Is a competent person assigned by the Area Authority to provide oversight and approve work either through review of risk assessments in non-process areas or issue permits consistent with all associated practice and permits requirements in process facilities. Refer to “Permitting Responsibilities and General Rules” Section under Permitting Roles and Responsibilities.

JSA (Job Safety Analysis): Job Safety Analysis is one of the safety management tools that can be used to define and control the hazards associated with a certain process, job or procedure. Job Safety Analysis is a term used interchangeably with Job Hazard Analysis and Risk Assessment.

L1 TRA (Level 1 Task Risk Assessment)(HITRA): The L1 TRA offers a broad overview of the task being performed by the competent person at the job site, to identify any significant hazards involved and appropriate control measures which are required and must be in place to allow the job to proceed. These are typically hand written on the permits or found in the L1RA Database.

Note: When performing a L1 TRA either the Issuing Authority or Performing Authority may determine that the risk category needs to be escalated due to job location, other work going on in the area, weather conditions, etc. Risk categories may be escalated but shall not be lowered.

L2 TRA (Level 2 Task Risk Assessment)(HITRA): The L2 TRA is a formal semi-quantitative approach which is required when it is judged that there are greater hazards or complexities associated with a task that requires a more rigorous level of assessment.

All identified activities listed in the ‘Identified High Risk Activity’ table shall be assessed using this process or when a L1 TRA activity has been escalated by those scheduling, issuing or performing the work.

The L2 TRA will be led by a trained and competent Risk Assessor. This person will assemble the subject matter experts needed to properly evaluate all risks encountered during a job task.


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LEL (Lower Explosive Limit): The minimum concentration at which a gas will explode.

LFL (Lower Flammable Limit): The minimum concentration of a vapor in air (or other oxidant) below which propagation of flame does not occur on contact with an ignition source. The LFL is usually expressed as a volume percentage of the vapor in air. Sometimes called LEL

Lockbox: A box with the ability to be locked closed so that the contents inside the box cannot be removed without first removing a lock(s).

Lockout: The placement of a lock on an energy isolating device to ensure the energy source and equipment being controlled cannot be operated. Locks used must also positively identify their user.

Lockout Device: A mechanism which provides a positive means of control and accommodates multiple locks.

LTI: Long Term Isolation

Management of Change (MOC): The purpose of the Management of Change (MOC) process is to properly manage changes to process chemicals, technology, equipment, organization, procedures, and facilities. Drivers are regulatory (OSHA’s Process Safety Management regulations) and corporate (include BP’s Operating Management System (OMS) and Integrity Management (IM) standards). The MOC website contains electronic tools to support and document the MOC workflow across the operating assets of BPXA. Users may create and update MOC forms, as well as search the database for work covered by MOC at their facility.

Master Card: An envelope used to log information, retain stubs from all two-part tags associated with locks and tags, and provide the most current status of process and other equipment that has been secured. It is an envelope with an Energy Isolation List printed on one side and Worker Log form printed on the other. It is always maintained in a location central to the process or equipment under control. A separate Master Card or EIL shall be completed for each job.

Means of Egress: A continuous and unobstructed way of exit travel from any point in a building or structure to a public way. Means of egress consist of three parts: the way of exit access, the exit, and the way of exit discharge.

NGL: Natural Gas Liquids

NEC: National Electrical Code (NFPA70) covers electrical installation requirements.


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NFPA70E: Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace addresses safe work practices and employee protection.

NFPA: National Fire Protection Association

Non-permanent facilities: Temporary structures such as storage or break shacks and other mobile equipment including vacuum trucks, tanker trucks, and other mobile/temporary equipment or holding tanks.

OA: Operations Authority

On-line Plugging: On-line plugging includes operations to stop flow in existing process equipment and/or piping. For example - placing an in-line stopple.

ORA: Operations Risk Assessment

Performing Authority: A person who is responsible for activities carried out on the work site and is accountable for implementing and maintaining controls and mitigations identified in the Level 1 Task Risk Assessment (L1 TRA) and the Level 2 Task Risk Assessment (L2 TRA) and safe delivery of all work activities as described on the permits. The Performing Authority (PA) may be performing a task or may be supervising a group performing a task. Refer to “Permitting Responsibilities and General Rules” Section under Permitting Roles and Responsibilities.

PBU: Pressure Build Up

Person in Charge (PIC): The Person in Charge (PIC) is an onsite individual assigned on an as needed basis that has working knowledge of work activities being performed by other groups/personnel working on location, and is designated by the Area Authority (AA). The need to assign a PIC is determined by any factor or combination of factors that indicate that the work should be managed and monitored at the job site such as when two or more work groups’ simultaneous operations are found to be a high risk. The need for the PIC at this time is generally due to construction, work-over, or turnaround activities or a single activity that warrants the need for on-site presence. Refer to “Permitting Responsibilities and General Rules” under Permitting Roles and Responsibilities.

PFAS: Personal Fall Arrest System

Personal Lock: A Uniquely Keyed lock(s) where the key is under the exclusive control of one Worker. These locks are painted red and are clearly labeled with the employee’s name and contact number.

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Qualified: A person who, by possession of a recognized degree, certificate, or professional standing, or who by extensive knowledge, training and experience, has successfully demonstrated his ability to solve or resolve problems relating to the subject matter, the work, or the project and is competent to judge he hazards involved.

Risk Assessor (RA): A person trained to lead the Level 2 Risk Assessment. Refer to “Permitting Responsibilities and General Rules” under Permitting Roles and Responsibilities.

RAP: Risk Assessed Procedure

Safety Device: Any operational device that safely controls the release of pressure, temperature, liquid levels, flow, etc., or protects the integrity of the equipment, preventing catastrophic failures.

Self-propelled Mobile Plant(s): Are defined as self-propelled, typically non-road use vehicles used primary on site. Examples of Fork-lift, self-propelled construction / excavation equipment (trencher), mobile crane, mobile drilling rig and off road (ATV, snowmobile).

Shift: For the purpose of Safety Handbook, the term “shift” refers to a daily work period of 8 hours or 12 hours, depending on the specific Company work location.

SIMOPS: Simultaneous Operations

Site Authority (SA): A person designated (typically Area Manager OSM/OIM//Responsible Manager) to provide approval of High Risk Work. Refer to “Permitting Responsibilities and General Rules” Section under Permitting Roles and Responsibilities.

SDS: Safety Data Sheets

S&OR: Safety and Operational Risk

SRL (Self-Retracting Lanyard): A deceleration device containing a drum-wound line which can be slowly extracted from, or retracted onto, the drum under slight tension during normal movement, and which, after onset of a fall, automatically locks the drum and arrests the fall.

SORA: Safety Override Risk Assessment

Static Electricity: electrification of materials through physical contact and separation and various effects resulting from positive and negative charges so formed. Static is generated when liquids move in contact with other materials, such as in pouring, mixing, or agitating.


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Suspension Trauma Safety Strap: A strapped used in conjunction with a full body harness meant to prolong the allowable suspension time for a person who has experienced a fall from height.

STT: Sanction to Test

SVI: Single Valve Isolation

Tag-out: The placement of a tag-out device on a an energy isolation device in accordance with an established procedure to indicate that the energy isolating device and the equipment being controlled may not be operated until the tag-out device is removed.

Tag-out Device: A prominent warning device such as a “DANGER -Tag-out Device Only” -DO NOT OPERATE” with a means of attachment, which can be securely fastened to an energy isolation device in accordance with an established procedure.

Task: An activity that forms part of the job - e.g. for the removal of a valve the following tasks maybe identified: isolate the valve, ensure system is drained and depressurized, remove insulation, break containment, remove the valve, etc.

TA: Technical Authority

TBT: Tool Box Talk

TAR: Turnaround

TRA: Task Risk Assessment

TRAT: Task Risk Assessment Table

UEL (Upper Explosive Limit): The maximum concentration at which a gas will explode

UFL (Upper Flammable Limit): The maximum concentration of a vapor in air (or other oxidant) above which propagation of flame does not occur on contact with an ignition source. The upper flammable limit is usually expressed as a volume percentage of the vapor in air, sometimes called the UEL. In popular terms, a mixture containing a

percentage of flammable vapors above the UFL is too “rich” to burn and one below the LFL is too “lean” to burn.

Well Site Leader: The Well Site Leader is the person responsible at the well site for all related drilling and well activities.


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Aircraft, Fixed Wing ..........48

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Asbestos ...................25, 106

Audiometric Testing ..........43

Barricades ....40, 83, 85, 115

Blinding (See Breaking Containment) ................64

Bonding, Grounding..81, 115

Breaking Containment Requirements .. 62, 64-65, 76, 77, 107

Cam & Groove Fittings ....50

Caution Signs ...................86

Cell Phone ..... 22, 30, 39, 54

Charts, Tables and Formulas ........ 89-105

Classified Areas .. 30, 38, 46, 73, 75, 78, 80, 84, 115

Clothing ......... 31, 44, 48, 49

Cold Related Injuries ........33

Compressed Air ..........31, 46

Compressed Gas Cylinders ...............51, 112

Confined Space Entry..... 19, 20, 62, 66-67, 107

Contact Lenses ................41

Contractors ... 12, 15, 16, 18, 23, 24, 27, 30, 52, 63, 68, 69, 76, 78, 87, 111

Control of Work ... 12, 23, 25, 62, 76, 107, 116

Cranes ........................21, 57

Crew Boat .........................87

Danger Tag .....................117

Defeated Safety Devices .................51, 106

Drilling.... 45, 55, 64, 71, 74, 76, 116,119, 123, 124

Energy Isolation .........19, 65, 69-71, 83, 108, 114-120, 121, 124

EOG (Equipment Operating Guide) ..80, 117

Escort, Unescorted, Vehicle Escort ....... 30, 111

Evacuation .... 36, 39, 65, 72

Excavation .... 20, 66, 71, 72, 109, 118, 123

Eye Protection ............16, 41

Fall Protection.... 20, 34, 109

Fire Extinguishers ..... 31, 35, 39, 40, 51

Fire Protection .... 37, 40, 79, 122

Fire Resistant Clothing (FRC) ....................44, 118

Fire Watch ......................118

Fired Heater...... 56, 83, 109, 117, 119

Flagging ............................85

Flammable ... 28, 37, 40, 56, 67, 72, 73, 82, 115, 116, 118, 119, 121, 124

Foot Protection .................42

Foul Weather Contingency Plan .........52

Frostbite............................33

Ground Disturbance Requirements . 19, 20, 62, 71-73,109

Halon ................. 36, 51, 109

Hard Hats .........................42

Hazard Communication Program (Hazcom) ..... 25, 99, 109

Hearing Protection .....16, 26, 43, 48, 49, 54

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Heaters ... 40, 56, 67, 73, 75, 83, 117, 119

Heavy Equipment ......52, 54, 57 80, 117

Helicopters........................49

Hot Tapping .57, 58, 73, 112, 119

Hot Work & Hot Work Permit .........19, 57,58, 62, 64, 72, 73, 78, 109, 119

Hydrogen Sulfide Requirements (H2S) ....58, 95, 109

Hydrostatic Testing ...59, 119

Hypothermia .....................33

Impedance Pipe Thaw Requirements ...............59

Industrial Hygiene Program ........................25

Integrity Management (IM) .......... 12, 28, 60,108, 109, 121

Iron Sulfide .......................58

Ladders...............37, 43, 110

Lifting Operation Requirements ........21, 37, 38, 62, 73-74, 107

Lights (Head & Tail) ..........54

Lockbox .......... 115, 117, 121

Locks, Lockout.... 19, 70, 71, 114-118, 121

Naturally Occurring Radioactive Material (NORM) ................27, 110

Natural Gas Liquids (NGL) ........... 51, 106, 121

Office and Camp Safety ...........................38

Offshore ......................49, 87

Orientation ........................38

Policies and Procedures References Table ........106

Process Safety Management (PSM) ... 28, 29, 59, 112, 121

Radio Checks ...................54

Respiratory Protection .....27, 42, 44, 77, 112

Rigging ......................21,100

Safety Data Sheets (SDS) ............. 26, 41, 123

Safety Glasses ..........41, 49, 52, 54

Safety Meetings ..........17, 18

Scaffolds ..............79, 80,112

Seatbelts...........................52

Simultaneous Operations (SIMOPS) ..............19, 64, 76, 112, 122, 123

Smoking....................45, 112

Snow Removal ...75, 80, 112

Spills .............. 7, 8, 36,40,84

Sprinkler Heads ..........38, 40

Steam ......50, 58, 81-84, 119

Storage .38, 40, 51, 112, 122

Structural Penetration Requirements .......84, 112

Tagging & Flagging Requirements ...............85

Tools ............... 37, 45-46, 73

Unit Work Requirements .62, 67, 74-76, 80, 113

Vehicle Accidents..............52

Ventilation ..................45, 77, 78, 81, 116

Welding ......... 26, 41, 44, 57, 58, 73, 78, 79, 112, 113, 118, 119

Well Work ........... 63, 64, 75, 76, 111, 113


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Alaska Safety Handbook Amendment Procedure

If an addition, deletion, or revision to this Alaska Safety Hand-book would be appropriate, please submit a brief explanation on the form below to the BPXA North Slope H&S department BOC H-6 or email at: [email protected]

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