Geodetic Offshore Services LTD: S H & E Manual

GEODETIC OFFSHORE
SERVICES LTD
SAFETY HEALTH & ENVIRONMENT MANUAL

GEODETIC OFFSHORE SERVICES LTD
Safety, Health and Environment Manual
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section Description Page
1. Introduction . . . . . 2
2. SHE Policy . . . . . 3
3. Smoking Policy . . . . 3
4. Alcohol and Drug Use policy . . . 3
5. Hazardous Conditions and Unsafe Acts . . . 4
6. Safety Training . . . . . 4
7. Emergency Preparedness . . . . 4
8. First Aid and Medical . . . . . 5
9. Malaria Control Program 6
10. Accident and Incident Reporting . . . . 6
11. General Safety Rules . . . . . 6
12. Housekeeping . . . . . 6
13. Waste Management & Pollution Control . . . 6
14. Personal Protective Equipment . . . . 7
15. Elevated Work Practices . . . . . 7
16. Respiratory Protection . . . . . 8
17. Hazardous Substances . . . . . 8
18. Radioactive Substances . . . . . 8
19. Barricades & Signs . . . . . 9
20. Permit to Work System . . . . . 9
21. Control of Hazardous Energy (Lockout/Tagout) . . 10
22. Fire Watch Duties . . . . . 10
23. Burning and Welding . . . . . 10
24. Compressed Gas Cylinders . . . . 10
25. Vessel Entry / Work in Confined Spaces . . . 11
26. Electrical Safety . . . . 11
27. Excavation . . . . . 12
28. Scaffolding . . . . . 12
29. Portable Ladders . . . . . 12
30. Tools . . . . . 13
31. Manual Lifting and Materials Handling . . . 13
32. Crane operations, Wire Rope Slings & Rigging 14
33. Personnel Transfer by Personnel Basket . . . 14
34. Forklifts & Powered Industrial Equipment . . 15
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35. Vehicle Safety . . . . . 15

36. Helicopter Safety . . . . . 15
37. Contractor Safety . . . . . 16
38. Oil Spill Reporting Requirements . . . . 16
APPENDIX
1. Emergency Phone Numbers . . . . . 16
2. Notes . . . . . 17
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SECTION 1.
INTRODUCTION
This Manual, which primarily emphasizes safety, is not only important to you and your co-
workers but can have an impact on your family. GEODETIC OFFSHORE SERVICES LTD has
always regarded the worker’s safety of utmost importance.
One of our primary goals for the successful completion of our work is a safety record second to
none in our industry. We sincerely believe that all accidents can be prevented, providing a safe
and healthful working environment for all our employees.
We solicit your full cooperation in implementing the safety rules outlined in this manual during
your involvement with GEODETIC OFFSHORE SERVICES LTD
It is extremely important that you understand HOW each task is to be done in a safe manner,
and if you do not know “STOP and ASK” before you begin work. Your safety and well being,
as well as your fellow workers can be accomplished only through your constant, sincere effort.
Merely talking about safety will not make safety a fact.
It takes action! Safety IS:
 Performing your daily task in the safe manner, as you have been instructed.
 Protecting people and equipment from hazards.
On this job, safety is REQUIRED! Safety rules must be followed.
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SECTION: 2.
GEODETIC OFFSHORE SERVICES LTD SAFETY, HEALTH & ENVIRONMENT (SHE) POLICY
STATEMENT: EVERYONE WHO WORKS AT NKRAH INVESTMENT& GAS IS RESPONSIBLE FOR OPERATING
IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY SOUND MANNER AND WORKING SAFELY TO PREVENT INJURIES TO FELLOW EMPLOYEES,
CONTRACTORS, AND OUR NEIGHBORS. OUR COMMITMENT TO SAFETY, HEALTH & ENVIRONMENT (SHE) IS
AN INTEGRAL PART OF OUR BUSINESS. SOUND ENVIRONMENTAL AND SAFETY PRACTICES FORM THE
FOUNDATION FOR OUR LONG- TERM BUSINESS SUCCESS.
We strive to continuously improve our performance in all aspects of our business through the
implementation of the Company Operations Safety Manual.
Essentially, we are committed to:

 Eliminating accidents and environmental incidents
 Reducing emissions and waste
 Using energy and other natural resources efficiently
 Being prepared to respond to emergencies
 Helping our employees, contractors, business partners and service providers understand how
their actions influence SHE performance.
 Communicating with our neighbors and others about our SHE programs and performance
 Continuously improving SHE performance through effective management systems
 Recognizing outstanding SHE performance
These commitments are in addition to our basic obligation to comply with all safety, health and
environmental laws and regulations.
Managing Director
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SMOKING POLICY
GEODETIC OFFSHORE SERVICES LTD has a smoke free workplace policy in effect in all
locations. Smoking is restricted to designated smoking locations only. Consult the GEODETIC
OFFSHORE SERVICES LTD Supervisors for policy provisions and identification of designated
locations.
Household matches (non-safety type), open top lighters, and lighters having plastic fuel
reservoirs are not to be carried within hazardous areas or other similar work sites subject to
possible transient flammable vapors i.e. No Smoking Areas.
Penalty for violation may include termination of employment/ contract and blacklisting of the
contractor concerned.
ALCOHOL AND DRUG USE POLICY

ExxonMobil is committed to providing a safe, healthy and productive workplace. The Company
recognizes that substance abuse can have an adverse effect upon one's ability to perform and
expose the abuser, fellow workers, the public and the company to risk.
In order to minimize this exposure, the Company has adopted the Alcohol and Drug Use Policy.
The company:
* Prohibits the use, possession, distribution, or sale of illicit or non-prescription controlled drugs
or paraphernalia;
* Prohibit the distribution, or sale of impairment-causing over-the-counter and prescription
drugs;
* Prohibits the use or possession of impairment-causing over-the-counter and prescription drugs
without first providing the determination of
a licensed physician that the drug will not render the user unfit for duty;
* Prohibit the possession, use, distribution, or sale of alcoholic beverages;
* Has the right to conduct unannounced test of suspects.
Violation to this policy includes and not limited to termination.
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SECTION 3.
HAZARDOUS CONDITIONS AND UNSAFE ACTS
It is the responsibility of every employee to assist in the identification and reporting of unsafe
conditions. All hazards or potential hazards must be reported to your immediate Supervisor
and/or stopped if you possess the knowledge and ability to do so.
If an area becomes hazardous as a result of loss of containment involving gas or liquids, all work
must cease until the condition is brought under control and the area made safe.
Persons, who commit unsafe acts not only put themselves in danger, but could expose others to
unnecessary risk. If an individual is uncomfortable with the safety of any situation, work
should be stopped and reviewed before work resumes.
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SECTION 4.
SAFETY TRAINING
Safety training must begin on the first day on the job. Every person entering a GEODETIC
OFFSHORE SERVICES LTD facility for the first time will receive an ''SHE Orientation.''
TRAINING RESPONSIBILITIES:
All new employees, industrial attachees, or NYSC members will report to Loss Prevention for
SHE orientation.
 The GEODETIC OFFSHORE SERVICES LTD representative in charge of specific
contractors shall direct their respective personnel to the Safety Department for SHE
orientation prior to the start of work.
 Supervisors will send all visitors, contractors, and other GEODETIC OFFSHORE
SERVICES LTD employees from other location for SHE orientation.
 Safety Department shall conduct a one day SHE orientation at in the office for all new
GEODETIC OFFSHORE SERVICES LTD employees, contractor personnel and visitors to
offshore facilities (this is not an exemption to offshore platform SHE orientation).
 Client location Supervisor or Designee will conduct offshore SHE orientation for all new
GEODETIC OFFSHORE SERVICES LTD hires, contractor personnel and visitors arriving
on their platform.
SAFETY REPRESENTATIVE / SAFETY COMMITTEE

GEODETIC OFFSHORE SERVICES LTD has established Safety Committees for worker
representation. It is the supervisor responsibility to introduce new personnel to Safety
Representative. If you have any safety concerns, you should raise them with your Supervisor
first.
If you do not get a satisfactory response from your Supervisor, you can then raise the issue
through your Safety Representative.
The Safety Representative is a link between employees and management. He may investigate
hazards, accidents, complaints, and make representation on your behalf to management.
SAFETY MEETINGS
Safety meetings will be conducted on a regular-scheduled base. Each meeting follows a set
agenda and discusses aspects of accident/ incident prevention, training, and lessons learned
from previous incidents. Relevant information is communicated to the workforce so that you
can participate in improving Safety, Health and Environment. Tool box safety talks should
also be used at the beginning of each shift for proper handoff and to review specific hazards
and precautions.
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SECTION 5.
EMERGENCY PREPAREDNES
EMERGENCIES
Although GEODETIC OFFSHORE SERVICES LTD continually strives to eliminate accidents

and environmental incidents, on rare occasions an emergency may occur. It's vital that each
person knows exactly what he or she should do when reacting to an emergency.
ALARMS AND SIGNALS
Each facility has specific alarms that activate indicating that a hazardous condition or
emergency situation is present. It is the responsibility of each worker to recognize the type of
alarm and to familiarize themselves with the “Specific” emergency procedures for the “Area”
they are assigned to.
All workers must understand each of the alarm signals. On hearing an alarm, all personnel
without emergency duties must stop work immediately and make their work area safe. They
should then report to their Muster Station. See your immediate Supervisor for details.
PUBLIC ADDRESS SYSTEM
In addition to the verbal alarms, announcements will also be made over the facility Public
Address system. This system (PA) is designed to provide complete loud speaker coverage for all
areas. Announcements made over the P.A. system should be followed immediately.
RESPONDING TO AN EMERGENCY
MAN OVERBOARD
Any person seeing or hearing Man Overboard will immediately carry out the following actions:
 Throw a buoy aid to the person in the water.

 Try to keep the man in sight and point to him
 Raise the alarm by shouting “Man Overboard” if no one comes to your aid.
 Phone the Emergency Number (……………………..) and state “Man Overboard, give the
side to the platform he has fallen from and your name or: Figure
1
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 Activate the Manual Alarm Call Point, then return to the scene and keep the person in sight.
OIL AND GAS RELEASES

If any area becomes hazardous because of combustible gas or liquids, all work in that area will
stop immediately.
 Raise the alarm

 Immediately move to a safe area.
Fire
When discovering a fire, you should do the following:
 Raise the alarm.

 Attempt to extinguish the fire by using portable fire extinguishers, but only if it is safe to do
so.
 Never enter a fire area on your own.
 On arrival of the Emergency Reponses Team, give as much information as possible about the
cause of the fire and any possible personnel that may be trapped.
REMEMBER
 Fire extinguishers must be accessible to all personnel. All personnel shall be trained on the
use of all types of fire extinguishers, be able to recognize types of fires, and understand the
toxic nature of certain fires.
 Fire extinguishers of the proper type and size must be within 30 feet of each open flame
operation you perform.
 Return extinguishers for servicing promptly after use; remember to always report when a fire
extinguisher has been used so that it can be replaced and the used extinguisher re-charged.
EMERGENCY DRILLS
Exercises will be carried out on scheduled basis. Drills will simulate conditions such as Fire,
Explosion, Helicopter Evacuation, Oil Spills and Platform Abandonment and will be
conducted as if an actual emergency exists.
Personnel should report to their respective Muster point and follow the instructions. Drills are an
essential part of NKRAH INVESTMENT’s overall management system to ensure that every
worker fully understands their respective roles in an emergency.
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SECTION 6.
FIRST AID AND MEDICAL
First Aid is the application and accepted principles in the treatment of any injury or illness using
facilities and materials available at the time.
It is the approved method of treating causality before medical services are obtained. Its’ purpose
is:
 To preserve life.
 Prevent deterioration of the injured person’s condition.
 Promote a healthy recovery.
First Aid and other Special life saving equipment are available throughout GEODETIC
OFFSHORE SERVICES LTD facilities. Check with your immediate Supervisor as to the
location of this equipment in your work area.
GENERAL
 In the event of an accident or incident:
 Call for help – Know the emergency numbers at your particular location.
 Assess the scene and only approach if it is safe to do so and there is no danger to your own
safety.
 Only move the causality if in danger of further serious injury, as further movement may
complicate their injuries.
GEODETIC OFFSHORE SERVICES LTD. MALARIA CONTROL AND

PREVENTION PROGRAM
Malaria represents a major health risk in more than 90 countries around the globe but is a
particularly serious concern for those living, working or travelling in tropical Africa including
Nigeria. These risks are especially true for those who have not grown up, exposed to the type of
Malaria found in Africa and therefore have no immunity.
The GEODETIC OFFSHORE SERVICES LTD Malaria control and prevention program has
specific requirements which must be to be followed by all employees and contractors who either
work in or are visiting Nigeria. These requirements are as follows.
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 All non-immune personnel must take part in a Chemoprophylaxis program. Malaria

prophylaxis should be started prior to arrival in Nigeria and continued upon return as
recommended for the specific drugs.
 All affected GEODETIC OFFSHORE SERVICES LTD Employees and contractors will be
subject to Chemoprophylaxis testing on a random basis and the process will be through non-
evasive collection of urine.
Note: The non-immune is those that have not acquired immunity to malaria. The comprise
those that were not born and bred in a Malarious Country and as a result were not exposed to
infectious bites during childhood period to initiate the process of natural immunity. Those that
were born and bred here but have been away for over six months to a non malarious part of the
world and are returning on a short term basis to a malarious area; if the semi immune are
returning fully they would not require chemoprophylaxis.
Temperate and cold regions of the earth are usually considered as non-malarious areas.
Tropical and semi tropical climate are usually malarious.
For the purposes of clarity, these requirements are mandatory in all of GEODETIC OFFSHORE
SERVICES LTD work areas within Nigeria including onshore and offshore facilities/offices and
all marine vessels, barges and drilling rigs.
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SECTION 7.
ACCIDENT AND INCIDENT REPORTING
All injuries must be treated by the Nurse or qualified First Aid person and reported to your
Supervisor immediately. Anyone who sustains an injury due to an incident or is involved in a
near miss incident must report this immediately to his / her supervisor. This is essential so that
corrective action can be taken to prevent a reoccurrence.
Objective: To outline steps for consistent and timely incident reporting and investigation of all
work related injuries, incidents, and near misses.
Scope: Applies to all employees and contractors.
The following incidents are covered by this procedure: (a) Occupational Injuries/Illness, first aid
and lost time injuries/illness. (b) All Incidents/Near Miss
Procedures: It is essential that every personnel report to their supervisor any injury/illness,
incident, near miss, unsafe acts/conditions or hazards as soon as possible.
The first priority is to ensure the injured personnel receive prompt medical attention and that the
area is secured to prevent further injury to others.
Personnel making report to his supervisor should provide adequate explanations about the
incident. Immediate notification should be made through e-mail, telephone.
A report should be drafted and entered into the company database within 24 hours with copies
to: immediate Supervisor, Department Manager, Safety Manager, Safety Officer and the
Company Referrer Clinic if an injury/illness is involved.
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Timing for Notification of SHE Incidents:

(1) Immediate Notification. Fatal injury (Incidents, which may require regional support or
further assistance to control the incident or its consequences)/incidents where significant
and adverse reaction from government authorities, media or the public is expected.
(2) Notification within 24 Hours. Serious lost-time injury (a serious injury that may result in
partial/full disability or where a hospital stay for more than 24 hours is needed)/a loss of
containment resulting in: (a) a significant vapor release; or (b) oil product spill to land,
estimated to be over 1barrels, irrespective of whether the material is subsequently
recovered/fires, explosions, or other accidents resulting in business interruption and
property damage losses expected to be greater than #50,000.
Management Notification Method

For incidents requiring immediate notification, contact should be made by telephone,
followed up as soon as possible with written confirmation via fax or E-mail.
For incidents requiring notification within 24 hours, a fax or E-mail is sufficient.
Written notification should be limited to a brief description of what happened and should
refrain from any speculation about cause.
Contacts for Contractor's Notification: The followings are the contacts for contractor's
notification of Incidents/Near misses in
addition to calling Ext. ……………….
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Definitions:
What is an Incident?: Specific events or conditions that have a significant, unwanted, and
unintended impact on the safety or health of people, on property, on the environment, or on legal
and regulatory compliance.
What is a near miss? : Unintended, or unwanted event or condition, which, under slightly
different circumstances, could have resulted in an incident.
What is a hazard? : Something with a potential to cause harm, damage to property, or

environmental impact. The harm will vary in severity-some hazards may cause death, some
illness or disability, others only cuts and bruises, etc.
First Aid Injury: Minor injuries requiring first aid treatment, which do not involve
medical treatment, loss of consciousness, restriction of work or motion, or transfer to another
job.
Recordable Injury: An injury that results in Facility, lost workdays, transfer to another job,
restriction of work or motion, loss of consciousness, or requires medical treatment (e.g., more
than one (1) dose of a prescription medication).
Illness: An abnormal condition or disorder, other than one resulting from an injury, caused by
exposure to environmental factors associated with employment. This may include acute and
chronic illnesses or diseases, which may be caused by inhalation, absorption, ingestion, direct
contact or repetitive motion.
Return to Work Release: A notice from a Mobil physician stating that an employee is capable
of returning to work/duty.
Restricted Duty: When an employee is released to return to work with restrictions and is not
capable of performing their regularly scheduled work.
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Reporting Form
GEODETIC OFFSHORE SERVICES LTD LTD
Near Miss / Hazard / Unsafe Act Reporting Form
Date of Event: __ \ \______________Location of Event: __________________________
Reported by: _____________________Department: ________________________________
Company: _______________________ Office location: ______________________________
Employment Category: Regular Contract NYSC/IT Other
Description of Near Miss / Hazard / Unsafe Act or Practice

__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________
Causes (if known)

__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
__
Remedial Action(s) Taken (If Any)

__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
Signature & Date: _________________________________________ Tel.: ___________
Distribution:
Original – Safety Manager /Supervisor
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Reference No.
Business Unit
Facility/Vessel
Location of Incident
Date of Incident
Time of Incident
Brief Account of Incident:

# Injuries # Damages Description
People:
Employée
Contractor
Third Party
Name of Supervisor In charge: ___________________________________________ Telephone Number___________
Basic Information
Personnel Involved: _____________________________________________________________________________
Location: ___________________________________________________________________________________
Date: ___________________________________________________________________________________
Report Issue Date: ______________________________________________________________________________
Incident-description:
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
Issued by________________________________________________Date_____________Time_____
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SECTION 8.
SAFETY RULES
SMOKING
Allowed only in designated areas. Check with your immediate Supervisor for locations.
DRUGS, MEDICINES, AND ALCOHOL
 Employees must be lucid, sober, and prepared to perform work without endangering
themselves or their coworkers.
 Supervisors must be notified immediately if an employee is taking prescription or non-

prescription drugs which may impair their ability to perform a job function.
Employees who fail to notify the supervisor that they are taking prescription, non-prescription or
illicit drugs, which may impair their ability to perform a job function, will be subject to
disciplinary action up to and including termination.
No intoxicating liquors, alcohol, or illegal substances (drugs) are permitted in any GEODETIC
OFFSHORE SERVICES LTD. Operating facility.
Those workers flying offshore should declare their drug and medicines with Medical and also
the check-in desk when checking in for a flight. It shall be the duty of the individual to notify
their Supervisor upon arrival to any GEODETIC OFFSHORE SERVICES LTD. Client facility
of any such medication in their possession.
HORSEPLAY
Horseplay, wrestling, and practical jokes can cause injuries to personnel or damage to property.
These practices are absolutely forbidden.
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Section 9.
Housekeeping:
Good housekeeping is essential to all work areas as many accidents can be directly attributed to
bad housekeeping. Cleaning up your work-site at the end of your, shift or completion of the job
can be a major factor in eliminating accidents.
Chemicals, paints, and flammable materials should be stored in specially designated areas.
Passageways must be kept clear at all times. Oil/chemical spills must be cleaned up immediately.
Oily rags and/or other similar substances can become a fire hazard and must be placed in
approved containers.
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SECTION’10
WASTE MANAGEMENT & POLLUTION CONTROL
GEODETIC OFFSHORE SERVICES LTD is determined to reduce the effect of their operation
on the environment to the lowest practical level. The amount of waste discharged is strictly
controlled and monitored.
WASTE DISPOSAL
It is everyone’s responsibility to prevent pollution. All waste should be disposed of according to
GEODETIC OFFSHORE SERVICES LTD. Environmental Policies and Procedures.
All waste transfers either general or special, should be documented to ensure that waste is
handled correctly and safely on the installation and during its transfer and disposal. All waste
Documentation must be submitted to Safety Department. Under no circumstance should non-
edible waste or trash be thrown overboard.
GENERAL WASTE:
Should only be disposed of in the designated collection/disposal containers. Scrap metal should
only be disposed of in designated metal disposal containers.
SPECIAL WASTE
Paint cans solvents, used aerosol cans, waste oils, glass and lithium batteries need to be disposed
of correctly. Special collection points are available throughout GEODETIC OFFSHORE
SERVICES LTD.
facilities. Check with your immediate Supervisor for locations, or call Safety Unit.
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SECTION 11.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
PERSONNEL SAFETY MANAGEMENT
GENERAL
It is mandatory to wear certain items of Personal Protective Equipment when working in

GEODETIC OFFSHORE SERVICES LTD facilities. Minimum PPE requirements are as
follows:
 Head Protection – Hardhats are required in all production area and areas where “falling
object” potential exists.
 Hand Protection - Appropriate gloves for the appropriate job.
 Hearing Protection - Ear plugs or muffs to be worn in noise areas Exceeding 85 decibels.
 Face and Eye Protection - Approved impact resistant goggles, glasses, or face shields, when
required.. It is mandatory to wear safety glasses everywhere and everytime in process areas.
 Safety Footwear - Approved safety shoes or boots.
 Protective Clothing – Flame Retardant Coveralls are standard wear for work in the field and
outside of living accommodations at Client offshore facilities.
NOTE: If you are not sure how to use any items of PPE or you are not satisfied with the
condition of the equipment, you are encouraged to bring it to the attention of your
Supervisor.
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FALL PROTECTION & ELEVATED WORK PRACTICES
Fall Protection will be worn and tied off when working on:
 Slopped roofs or structures.

 Flat structures without handrails when working four feet from the edge.
 Any suspended platform or stage.
 Any scaffolding with incomplete handrail or decking.
 Ladders near edge of roofs or floor openings.
 Generally, elevated work more than 6 feet above ground without protection to keep you from
falling.
 Tie off to immovable objects overhead and as short as possible (maximum 5 feet)
SECTION 12.
ELEVATED WORK PRACTICES
SEE NKRAH INVESTMENTWORK MANAGEMENT MANUAL SECTION 11
When it is required to work outside the permanent walkways, a scaffold shall be erected if
possible and be regularly inspected.
 If erection of scaffolds is not practical, a portable elevated scaffold, or other device of
approved type shall be used.
 In addition to the standard personal protective equipment, the minimum mandatory personal
safety equipment for work outside permanent walkways over open sea is life/work jacket and
safety belt with lifeline.
 Component parts of personnel suspension systems shall comply with all pertinent regulations
for suspended scaffolds, and platforms.
 Lifting hooks shall be equipped with spring tension devices (safety latch).
 Safety lock wires/devices shall be used on all flexible hoses utilized for power supply to air
hoist.
 Scaffolds and all other related equipment intended for personnel lifting shall be inspected,
tested, and stored in accordance with accepted practices.
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 In the event that a crane is to be used, a certified crane operator shall operate the crane.
 Working/activities beneath the cellar deck shall not be conducted in bad weather conditions
with wind velocity exceeding 25 knots, or in darkness.
 When working over open water, work vest should be worn and/or safety net installed under
scaffold.
 Safety Harness must be worn when working above a height of 6 feet.
SECTION 13
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION
GEODETIC OFFSHORE SERVICES LTD is committed to providing employees respiratory

protection from known or suspected air contaminants. There are several different types of
respiratory protection, which at times, you may be required to use.
AIR PURIFYING RESPIRATORS
Air purifying devices remove air contaminants from the air by use of filters or chemical
absorbents. These devices do not supply oxygen and cannot be used in areas that contain less
than 19.5% oxygen. Additionally, these devices cannot be used in areas where the concentration
of air contaminant exceeds the capacity of the respirator to remove contaminants.
 Disposable - Dust, Fumes, and Mist

 Disposable - Cartridge Mask
 Cartridge Mask - ½ Face
 Cartridge Mask - Full Face
 Powered Air Purifying Respirator (PAPR)
AIR SUPPLIED RESPIRATORS
Air supplied respirators provide air into a face mask from an outside source, either a compressed
air cylinder or a compressor located away from the job site. Air supplied respirators are required
in situations such as inside tanks or vessels, and other confined spaces. These respirators must
be provided as contingency where the oxygen concentrations are below 19.5%, when airborne
contaminant concentrations exceed the acceptable levels or when conditions are unknown or
rapidly changing as during emergencies.
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 Airline Respirators
 Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA)
Check with your supervisor and GEODETIC OFFSHORE SERVICES LTD Safety Department
for more information on respirator usage including fit testing and training.
SECTION 14.
HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES
The risk to health at work comes in various forms, but mainly these can be listed as:
 Physical Hazards: Exposure to noise, vibration, heat, cold, ultraviolet, and ionizing
radiation.
 Chemical Hazards: Exposure to hazardous substances, dust, vapors, gases, mist, and
liquids.
 Biological Hazards: Exposure to bacteria, viruses, malaria, fleas, leeches, snake bites
CONTROL OF HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES
Hazardous materials are defined as very toxic, corrosive, harmful, and irritant. Hazardous
materials must be stored in suitable containers with contents clearly marked. These markings
should be in a visible location on the container and without risk. Both GEODETIC OFFSHORE
SERVICES LTD and the individual employee have responsibilities with regard to hazardous
materials. They are:
 Carry out (and review) a formal chemical assessment of health risks to employees.
 Prevent and control exposure of employees to health risk.
 Institute proper use of controls and personal protective equipment (PPE).
 Provide information, instruction, and training regarding hazardous materials.
 Monitor workplace exposure of employees, maintain control measures, and keep records.
The employees have a duty to use control measures, wear protective equipment provided, and
report any defects to their Supervisor immediately.
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SECTION 15.
RADIOACTIVE SUBSTANCES
SEE GEODETIC OFFSHORE SERVICES LTDWORK MANAGEMENT MANUAL SECTION 13
INDUSTRIAL RADIOGRAPHY
Radiography uses radiation to expose photographic film. X-rays, gamma rays, or neutrons are
used to penetrate materials (typically piping, new welds on materials, etc.) and expose the
photographic film on the other side of the material. This type of work is very similar to a doctor
taking a x-ray of broken bones. The photographic film will show abnormalities in the material,
such as cracks, air pockets, etc.
WHEN RADIOGRAPHIC WORK IS BEING CONDUCTED, WORKERS SHOULD:
 Observe barriers and warning signs that are placed around the area involved.
 On no account should personnel pass through these barriers.
 Personnel when working with Radiation must wear dosimeters.
If you accidentally enter a Radiography barricaded area, report this to your Supervisor
immediately.
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SECTION 16.
SIGNS & BARRICADES
Signs and barricades are used whenever a potential hazard is present in the work area. Personnel
must not disregard these signs or cross barriers. They are there for a reason – to protect the
workforce.
SECTION 17.
PERMIT TO WORK SYSTEM
Everyone working at, or visiting GEODETIC OFFSHORE SERVICES LTD Operation must
have a good general understanding of the Permit to Work system and the various GEODETIC
OFFSHORE SERVICES LTDWORK MANAGEMENT procedures that are operated in the
work-sites.
Supervisory staff, whether Mobil employees or contractor staff, have additional responsibilities
to provide adequate information, instruction and training to all persons under their control. They
must ensure that everyone understands the operation of, and the consequences of non-
compliance with GEODETIC OFFSHORE SERVICES LTD Permit to Work system.
GEODETIC OFFSHORE SERVICES LTD Safety Department will run PTW training courses
for all personnel. Participants will be tested on their knowledge and a pass mark of 80% will be
mandatory.
There will be additional competency training for personnel within the Permit System who have
additional responsibilities. (E.g. Responsible Person)
Most work throughout GEODETIC OFFSHORE SERVICES LTD facilities will be controlled
by one or more types of permits:
GENERAL WORK PERMIT
The following are examples where a general Permit is required:
 Equipment/pipeline disjointing/connecting on hydrocarbon and non-hydrocarbon systems

 The erection/dismantling of scaffold
 Skidding of Rigs
 General painting/cleaning
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 The lifting of hatch covers

 Pressure testing
 Removal of grating/handrails
 Any work that does not give rise to a source of ignition.
CONFINED SPACE ENTRY PERMIT-
 Is required for any access and/or cold work inside of a vessel or confined space which may
contain flammable/combustible gases/liquids, asphyxiating, toxic gases.
CONTROL OF HAZARDOUS ENERGY PERMIT

This is required for de-energizing all forms of energy sources to and from equipment.
SECTION 18.
CONTROL OF HAZARDOUS ENERGY
GENERAL
This program was developed to assist facility personnel in preventing the unexpected
energization, start-up, or release of stored energy while performing maintenance, adjustment,
and installation work on equipment.
Each GEODETIC OFFSHORE SERVICES LTD facility has identified and developed written
procedures for de-energizing and controlling energy sources to and from all equipment,
machinery and systems.
EXAMPLES:
 Pumps
 Compressors Motor
 Pressurized pipelines
 Pneumatic thermal lines
 Work on any live electrical equipment.
EXCLUSIONS (Requirements that DO NOT APPLY)

 Work on cord and plug connected electrical equipment when it is unplugged, and the person
performing the work has exclusive control of the plug.
 Hot tapping operations on in-service piping, provided all Hot Tap Procedures are followed.
 Service or maintenance that must occur during normal operation (e.g. lubricating, cleaning, and
clearing of equipment) where the following conditions are true.
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 Personnel do not have to remove or bypass safety features of the equipment (e.g. machine
guards or other safety device), and do not have to place any part of their body into a point of
operation or associated danger zone.
Always check your work permit to ensure that all necessary safety precautions have been taken
prior to beginning work.
SECTION 19.
FIRE WATCH DUTIES
All personnel who are required to perform the duties of a Firewatch must have received
instruction in the use of relevant fire fighting apparatus and complete prescribed GEODETIC
OFFSHORE SERVICES LTD training. These individuals have the authority to shutdown hot
work when work conditions are unsafe.
The importance of the Firewatch being diligent and having a good overall view of the hot work
activities must be stressed. If a firewatch ever has a doubt about conditions under his watch, he
should immediately contact his Supervisor.
A Firewatch is required to wear identification “Vest” or “Armband” when carrying out his /her
duties. This will insure that the Firewatch is easily distinguishable from other workers in the
work area.
SECTION 20.
BURNING AND WELDING
Burning and welding are considered one of the most critical activities in the Oil Industry. Prior
to any burning or welding, a Hot Work permit must be secured. All burning and welding
activities require a “Firewatch.”
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS & PRECAUTIONS
 The frames of arc welding machines are grounded.

 Welding and cutting operations are shielded whenever practical to protect personnel working
in the vicinity from the direct rays of the arc.
 Welding, cutting or heating is not done where the presence of flammable compounds or dust
creates a hazard.
 Monitoring of flammable gas and oxygen must be conducted and recorded on the Permit.
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 Approved fire extinguishers are immediately available.

 Precautions are taken when performing welding or cutting works in enclosed spaces; gas
supplies are cut off or removed from the enclosed space when not in use.
 Containers or hollow structures are filled with water or cleaned, ventilated and tested prior to
welding or cutting on them. A vent is also in place while the work is in progress.
 General mechanical or local exhaust ventilation is required for welding operations that have
the potential to expose the welder or other personnel in the area to welding fumes.
 When welding in a confined space, general mechanical or local exhaust ventilation is
required.
 All sewers and drains must be covered.
SECTION 21.
COMPRESSED GAS CYLINDERS
All areas used to store cylinders should be well protected, well ventilated, and dry. Cylinders
must be labeled or marked according to contents. Where cylinders of different contents are
stored in the same location, the cylinders shall be grouped according to similar or compatible
contents. Full and empty cylinders should be segregated and empty cylinders tagged or the
letters "EMT" chalked on the cylinder.
USE, STORAGE, AND TRANSPORTATION
 All gas cylinders shall be used with the valve end up with the proper pressure regulators and
pressure reducing devices in line.
 Systems, gauges, regulators, etc. used for a particular gas, or group of gases, shall not be used
for gases having different chemical properties.
 Oxygen or other oxidizing gas cylinders, valves, regulators, hoses, caps, etc. shall be kept
free from oil or grease and shall not be handled with oily hands, oily gloves or oily tools.
 Oxygen and other flammable gas cylinders must be stored separately.
 Cylinders are not designed for temperatures in excess of 130° F. Accordingly, cylinders shall
be protected from flame, electrical current, and high heat sources.
 Cylinders shall not be used as rollers or supports, whether full or empty, and shall not be
dropped or permitted to strike each other violently.
 Cylinders should be stored and chained in a standing upright position (valve up and closed);
with the exception of cylinders containing LPG designed as motor fuels.
 Cylinders equipped with valve caps, or which require a special wrench should be stored with
the caps in place or the wrenches removed.
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 Cylinders shall not be rolled, dropped, dragged, or lifted by magnets or other means. A
cylinder cart should be used when moving cylinders a distance of five or more feet (for
shorter distances, roll cylinders on bottom edge only).
 Cylinder caps shall be in place at all times while the cylinder is being transported. Caps
should not be used to lift cylinders unless designed for that purpose.
SECTION 22.
VESSEL ENTRY/WORK IN CONFINED SPACES
Entry into any vessel or confined space must be strictly controlled through the Work Permit
System. The vessel must be fully isolated from all systems linked to it. No person is to enter or
look inside a vessel or confined space without the correct permit authorization. In addition, a
safety watch must be present at all times when entering into the vessel or confined space occurs.
 No entry into a confined space is permitted unless a fully documented Job Safety Analysis is
completed. This JSA must include a rescue plan.
 Adequate ventilation by means of exhaust fan or forced feed ventilation, fitted with bonding
straps should be set up and air circulated within the vessel/confined space prior to carrying
out any atmospheric testing prior to entry. Ventilation systems, if practicable, should be in
constant use when work is being done in such areas.
 A safety watch will be in attendance at all times to keep watch on persons inside and to
monitor activities in the surrounding area. A rescue plan must be formulated, and rescue
equipment available on site.
 No equipment or material, which may produce an ignition source, should be taken into a
vessel that has contained flammable products unless the vessel has been cleaned and the
atmosphere has been tested and declared safe.
 No gas or oxygen cylinders should be placed in confined spaces. No ox/acetylene hoses or
welding equipment should be left unattended within confined spaces and removed when not
in use.
 Certain parts of the process plant may contain pyrophoric scale. Special precautions are
required here and are detailed in the vessel entry procedure.
 A “Toolbox Safety Talk” must be held prior to entry commencing. Attended by all
concerned or involved parties. The meeting should be documented.
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SECTION 23.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
Electricity has long been recognized as a serious workplace hazard, exposing employees to such
dangers as electric shock, electrocution, fires, and explosions. Electrical safety awareness is
designed to prevent electrically related injuries and property damage.
Only qualified employees may conduct adjustment, repair, or replacement of electrical

components or equipment.
The employee using the equipment is responsible for performing a visual inspection prior to use
each day. The employee should observe the equipment for any external defects, including
missing ground pins, deformed plugs and insulation damage. It is the equipment user's
responsibility to ensure that equipment found to be defective, is not used and is immediately
returned for inspection and repair.
“RESPECT ELECTRICITY”
 Make sure work area is clean and dry

 Make sure equipment is in good condition - no frayed or exposed wiring
 Never override safety device - do not remove ground prong on cord to make it fit a two-prong
outlet.
 In the case of Electrocution, do not touch the casualty. Locate the power source and switch
off, pull away the victim using a dry wooden pole.
 Relevant Hot/General Work permits are normally required for electrical work on operating
equipment or equipment that has been isolated, locked/tagged out.
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SECTION 24.
EXCAVATION
Excavations should be considered inherently hazardous. Conditions may change during different
phases of the same excavation. Conditions may be completely different from one excavation to
the other.
Possible hazards to be considered evaluated, and removed prior to and during all excavations
are:
 Striking underground vessels, piping and utility conduits.
 The potential for the excavation to become a permit required confined space.
 The potential for entrapment (cave in).
 The potential for engulfment (introduction of water, chemicals, etc. into the excavation)
 The potential for chemical exposure while excavating potentially contaminated areas.
Excavation deeper than 1 meter is considered a “Confined Space.”
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SECTION 25.
SCAFFOLDING
All scaffolding used in GEODETIC OFFSHORE SERVICES LTD facilities must have the
following:
 A Work Permit before erection begins.

 A completed Scaffolding Safety Checklist.
 A GEODETIC OFFSHORE SERVICES LTD “Scaffold Fit for Use” inspection label
attached before work can begin
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
 No scaffold should be altered by anyone other than a “Certified” scaffold erector.

 Access to the scaffold must be by the ladder provided.
 Loads should not be laid down on a scaffold unless it has been designed for that purpose.
 Ensure that all loose items of equipment / tools on scaffolds can not fall off.
 All scaffolds must have a “Fit for Use” tag located at the access point, and must be inspected
regularly, and re-tagged as
“FIT FOR USE”
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SECTION 26.
PORTABLE LADDERS
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS AND USAGE
 Keep hands free of objects while ascending or descending ladders. Place material or tools in a
bucket and lift with a rope after climbing the ladder.
 Only one person may be on a portable ladder at a time.
 Always keep your body and torso centered on the ladder. Reaching out too far may cause a fall.
 When placed against a support such as a building or pipe rack, both rails of a straight ladder
must rest on the supporting structure and the ladder must be secured to the supporting structure.
 To secure the straight ladder to the supporting structure, one person should hold (heel) the
ladder while another person climbs and ties off or otherwise secures the top of the ladder.
 When setting up a straight ladder, the base should be placed a distance of 1/4 the working
length of the ladder away from the wall or vertical plane.
 When a straight ladder is used to reach an elevated location (such as a roof) and the climber
exits the ladder at the top, the ladder must extend at least 3 feet above the roof level to provide
a handhold for the climber.
 Ladders should always be placed on a flat, level surface. Never place ladders on pallets, boxes,
or other material to extend the ladder height - if the ladder is not long enough, get a longer
ladder.
CONDITION & INSPECTION
 All ladders must be free from defects such as burrs, sharp edges, bent or broken steps, or rails,
etc.
 Rungs and steps must be spaced uniformly on no more than 12-inch centers.
 Rungs and steps shall be corrugated, knurled, dimpled, coated with skid resistant material, or
otherwise treated to minimize the possibility of slipping.
 Ladder feet must be sturdy and in good working condition to provide stable footing.
 Ladders should be kept free of oil, grease, or slippery materials.
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SECTION 27.
TOOLS
PORTABLE POWER ELECTRIC/AIR TOOLS
 Check that cables and hoses are in good shape.

 Isolate tools from power supply when not in use.
 Do not raise or lower tools by their power cords or hoses, use a rope.
 Portable electrical tools must operate on recommended Voltage or lower. All tools must be
grounded or double insulated.
 Do not route power cables or hoses across the deck where there is a possibility that they
could be cut or damaged. This can also cause tripping hazards.
 Air hoses must be secured to fittings using safety clips.
 Shut off the air supply and bleed off the pressure before disconnecting the hose. (DO NOT
CRIMP THE HOSE)
 All electric & power grinders must be fitted with a guard.
 All portable power tools will be fitted with a dead man device and should be tested to ensure
that they are operational before use.
HAND TOOLS
 Use the right tool for the job.

 Make sure it is in good condition.
 Don’t throw or drop hand tools.
If tools are to be used in an overhead location, they must be raised and lowered in a safe manner.
Keep the number of tools to a minimum and stowed to prevent them from falling.
GRINDING MACHINES AND ABRASIVE WHEELS
Severe injury can occur if grinding stones or abrasive wheels are incorrectly mounted, assembled
or used. Always check the rpm rating on abrasive disk to ensure it meets the grinder
specifications/rpm rating.
Only personnel, who are trained and certified, are allowed to mount, or dress grinding stones or
changes abrasive wheels. Ensure that guards on equipment are in place and secure before using
the equipment.
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SECTION 28.
MANUAL LIFTING AND MATERIALS HANDLING
Manual Lifting and Material Handling can cause serious injury if not done correctly. Always
determine your lifting limits prior to beginning the task. Estimate approximate weight of load
and analyze items such as size distance to carry and path to travel.
LIFTING REQUIREMENTS:
 Keep your legs apart for good balance.

 Bend your knees and hips, not your waist, to help you stay within your natural limits.
 Keep your back straight with your ears, shoulders, and hips lined up, so your upper body is
well supported.
 Take a deep breath, tighten your stomach muscles, and hug the load to your waist area to
support your back.
 Lift, using your leg and arm muscles to lessen the force of the load on your back.
 When carrying, know where you are going, make sure you have a clear path, and hold the
load close to waist area.
CARRYING OVERSIZED LOADS
 Don’t try to carry a big load alone, ask for help.

 Work as a team, lifting, walking, and lowering the load together.
 Let one person make decisions and direct the lift.
 Make sure that your partner has a firm grip before you begin to move the load.
 When carrying loads on shoulders, both should carry the load on the same shoulder. Walk
instep and lower the load down as a team.
SECTION 29.
CRANE OPERATIONS, WIRE ROPES, SLINGS AND RIGGING
CRANE OPERATIONS
Only trained and authorized personnel are allowed to operate cranes at GEODETIC OFFSHORE
SERVICES LTD facilities. In addition it is critical that only recognized signals are used by the
“Banksman” and that only one person is nominated Banksman for communicating to the Crane
Operator by radio or hand signals.
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Crane Operator
The duties and responsibilities of the Crane Operator on board GEODETIC OFFSHORE
SERVICES LTD Client platforms must comply with the best safe practice for Crane Operations.
The crane is one of the major pieces of equipment on the platform and its condition will reflect
on the ability of the cane operator to keep ready for use and in a safe condition at all times. The
crane operator’s judgment and control of the crane is critical to all personnel on the platform and
vessels alongside the platform and therefore he must work safely and operate within the limits of
the crane.
General Guide to the Safe Operation of Cranes: The following describes the basic principles
involved in operating the crane. It is not possible to describe every eventuality, as operating
parameters will vary according to the location on the platform and the load and weather
conditions. The safety of personnel should be of prime consideration when planning or executing
any crane movement. The crane operator should plan ahead at all times and only operate the
crane within its capabilities. No operation should take place until he is certain that all pre-
operating checks have been completed and no faults or problems are apparent. He should
establish the weight of any proposed load and confirm that the crane is capable of lifting it. He
must ensure that the operation can be completed without risk to platform or personnel.
Banksman
Banksman must always remain within full view or in radio contact with the crane operator at all
times during a crane operation. There may be times with certain types of lift where two or more
banksmen may be required, it will depend on the type of lift and crane operation. If at any time
the crane, driver loses sight or radio contact with the banksman the crane operation must stop.
Until such communication is re-established.
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USE OF SLINGS
No sling will provide full efficiency unless it is properly attached.
Picking-up-Leads - Wire ropes are made to a specified catalog breaking strength. Safety factors
are based upon standard normal operations. Sudden impacts to the wire rope when slack is taken
up can create a "shock load" that exceeds the wire rope's elastic limit. The wire rope will then be
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overstressed. A wire rope exposed to shock load may fail immediately or during later use by
another person who is not aware of the overstressed condition of the wire rope.
THEREFORE, MAKE SURE THAT:

 The effective sling strength is accurately known.
 The weight of the load is accurately known.
 The sling is securely attached to the load.
 The sling is properly protected at load contact.
 Ensure there is no slack and no jerking of the rope at the start of loading.
 Ensure that the load does not exceed the rope's proper working load.
 Watch for and avoid possible kinks in the rope.

 Destroy damaged slings
RIGGING
 Inspect all rigging before use, checking for deformed or cracked hooks and wear on the hoist
chain, sling, and associated equipment. Ensure that all associated hoisting machinery is
inspected annually by a competent person.
 Ensure that the load is well secured and balanced in the sling or rigging before it is lifted
more than a few inches from the ground.
 Position the hook directly over the center of the load to minimize swinging.
 Keep the hook's load centered, and avoid point loading the hook unless it is designed for that.
 Do not attempt to manually shift, turn, or redistribute a load once it has been lifted, since this
increases the risk of accidents and injuries. If the load is off center or looks as if it will slip,
signal the operator to lower the load back to the ground before you approach to make
adjustments.
 Wear, gloves, shoes and hard hats, and keep clear of the suspended load.
 Check the area in the path of the moving load to ensure that it will not hit anything, especially
if it swings suddenly.
 Move the loaded hook smoothly; avoid sudden accelerations or decelerations, which can
cause the load to swing.
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REMEMBER
 Never suspend a load over or close to people. Make sure the area of travel or boom
movement is clear before maneuvering a load.
 Keep clear of the crane swing radius when lifting is being done.
 Do not stand under suspended loads or in the load's line of motion.
 USE TAG LINES TO DIRECT THE LOAD WHEN LIFT IS IN PROGRESS.
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SECTION 30.
PERSONNEL TRANSFERS BY PERSONNEL BASKETS AND SWING ROPES
The Location Foreman/Designee and the Vessel Master must ensure that a person is assigned to
assist and supervise personnel being transferred at both the points of loading and unloading. At
each point, this person is the only one authorized to signal the Crane Operator. He will brief
personnel on the procedure to be followed for transfer before the operation begins.
PERSONNEL BEING TRANSFERRED BY PERSONNEL BASKET WILL:
 Place luggage and other lightweight objects in center of the basket. (Heavy objects such as
toolboxes, machine parts, etc., will not be transported in the basket during transfer of
personnel).
 Stand on the footpad on the outside of the net facing inwards.
 Hold onto the net with both arms looped through the rigging with feet evenly placed between
sections of the net.
 All personnel are required to wear hard hats and flotation aid when making transfers.
NOTE: UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD AN INDIVIDUAL BEING

TRANSFER ATTEMPT TO HOLD ANY OBJECT IN HIS HAND.
PERSONNEL PERFORMING TRANSFER BY SWING ROPE WILL:

 Pass luggage over before attempting to transfer yourselves.
 Hold the swing rope correctly and stand close to the platform/deck edge ready to transfer.
 Watch the rise/fall several times to gauge rate of rise/fall.
 Swing in time with minimal movement (top or bottom of movement).
 All personnel are required to wear hard hat and floatation aid when making transfer.
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SECTION 31.
FORKLIFTS AND POWERED INDUSTRIAL TRUCKS
Only trained and certified operators are allowed to operate forklifts. GEODETIC OFFSHORE
SERVICES LTD is responsible for ensuring that only trained drivers who have successfully
completed the training program are allowed to operate forklift.
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
 Forklift operators should protect themselves by using seat belts where provided and keeping
all parts of their body inside the operator's compartment.
 Only the forklift operator is allowed to ride in the forklift. No passengers are allowed to ride
in or on any part of the forklift.
 Keep a proper lookout in the direction of travel. Never back up without looking. If visibility
is limited, for example at a corner or cross aisle, move slowly and sound the horn.
 Loads must be within the rated capacity as shown on the nameplate.
 Make sure loads are stable, well centered, and backed up against the load backrest.
 Travel with the lifting mechanism raised only enough to clear the ground or obstacles and
with the mast vertical or tilted slightly back.
 Do not turn on an incline. Avoid bumps, holes, and other uneven surfaces.
 When starting, stopping, turning, reversing direction, or tilting the carriage do it slowly.
If the forklift is to be left unattended, make certain that it is not blocking an access way, then
lower the carriage, neutralize the controls, set the parking brake, and shut off the power. If the
forklift is parked on an incline, or if someone will be working on the vehicle, block the wheels to
prevent it from rolling. A vehicle is considered unattended whenever the operator is more than
25 feet away from the vehicle or whenever the vehicle is out of the operator's view. Lift trucks
with internal combustion engines should be operated only in well-ventilated areas where exhaust
fumes cannot accumulate.
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SECTION 32.
VEHICLE SAFETY
Employees/contractors who operate a motor vehicle on Mobil business are responsible to do so

in a safe manner, and to achieve and maintain a driving record free of accidents/incidents, traffic
violations, and insurance claims.
EMPLOYEES/CONTRACTORS HAVE THE FOLLOWING RESPONSIBILITIES:
 Be in compliance with applicable local, national laws and regulations; and speed limits.
 Operate in a safe manner, in compliance with all Mobil policies, rules, procedures, and safety
practices;
 Participate actively in driver training programs;
 Maintain vehicle in safe operating order;
 Never operate a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medications
that may impair ability to operate a vehicle safely;
 Immediately report any motor vehicle accident/incident or traffic violation in accordance
with GEODETIC OFFSHORE SERVICES LTD procedures;
 Do not put yourself into an unsafe situation (i.e., in a taxi not equipped with safety equipment
or driven by an unsafe operator);
 Report unsafe motor vehicle activities and operations to management.
 All passengers are required to wear seatbelts.
 Watch out for other road users.
 Be extra careful during poor visibility and bad weather
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SECTION 33.
HELICOPTER SAFETY
All loose items that could be drawn into the rotor blades such as books, papers, magazines, loose
clothing and hats should be securely stowed into pockets or bags.
Approach the helicopter as directed by the HLO in full view of the pilots and avoid the tail rotor.
If you are sitting onboard the helicopter with the rotors turning and the doors open, all loose
items as listed above must be put away and secured.
During the flight remain seated with your seatbelt securely fastened. Do not release the seat belt
until the pilot has instructed you verbally or the seatbelt sign has been switched off.
Obey the instructions of the ground crew and HLO when embarking and disembarking from the
helicopter.
In order to protect your hearing, ear protection must be worn for the duration of the flight and
only removed on arrival to platform or heliport.
Water Survival/Helicopter ditching training is mandatory for all regular offshore employees.
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SECTION 34.
CONTRACTOR SAFETY
GEODETIC OFFSHORE SERVICES LTD has a full program and procedure for contractor
safety.
SECTION 35.
OIL SPILL REPORTING REQUIREMENT
All spills regardless of size must be immediately reported. The following steps must be
followed.
 Any person who discovers a spill must immediately notify his supervisor. The Client
Supervisor will immediately notify the Asset Area Manager.
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HAZARD TRACKING SHEET

S/N Date HAZARDS Site Location Responsible Due Status
Identification Person date
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HOW TO IDENTIFY HAZARDS AROUND YOU

The first steps in setting safety standards in any workplace, large or small is to identify what the
hazards (that is, something with the potential to cause harm) are and where they are. This basically is
to carry out a simple inspection of the workplace. This will help to start managing the risks, to make
your workplace safer and more productive.
Identifying where hazards (that is, something with the potential to cause harm) exist in the workplace
will usually result in recognition of a wide variety of hazards, which may require specialized knowledge
in both identification and control. However, an initial appraisal of any workplace and identification of
the hazards can start with a walk through and a checklist,
You can simply identify hazards around you by :
Taking notes of what is good and normal and then note what is bad and abnormal.
This will include which equipment is spoilt or damaged. Which furniture is damaged or defective, What
constitute a problem and can hurt someone or lead to disaster
A checklist can simply be developed by noting what the standards should be; what should be where,
etc. and then an inspection is done using this checklist
The checklist is the most basic form of inspection. It may not be an exhaustive list at first— you should
add on any hazards discovered during inspection. When the initial inspection is completed, you will
need to look at the hazards you have identified and decide who is likely to be harmed by them, for
example:
1. Visitors to your premises

2. Contractors working on your premises
3. Other businesses near to yours
4. The general public
5. Your own people (which may include those to whom a special duty of care should be given,
such as young people, pregnant or nursing women and other vulnerable groups)
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INCIDENT TRACKING SHEET

S/N Date HAZARDS Site Location Responsible Due Status
Identification Person date
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JOB SAFETY ANALYSIS
JOB SAFETY ANALYSIS
Job: ANALYSIS [JSA] FORM Date of Issue:

Department: Manufacturing operations / Maintenance /Technical / LPQ Reviewed By:
Section: JSA NO: Approved By:
Analysis By: Revision No:
Safety Glasses,Long sleeves shirt/Trousers,chemical rubber
Boots,Hard Hat,Chemical Rubber Gloves,Chemical Face
PPE Required: Shield,Chemical Apron
Tools Required: Wheel Key, Pipe Wrench
IDENTIFIED SAFETY,ENVIRONMENTAL AND RECOMENDED SAFE JOB STEPS AND
SEQUENCE OF BASIC PROCEDURE HAZARDS PROCEDURES
STEPS
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PERMITS TO WORK AUDITS

FORM
PERMIT RESP. DUE COMP.
S/N PERMITS # OBSERVATIONS RECOMMENDATIONS STATUS
TYPE PERSON. DATE DATE
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MONTHLY SAFETY MEETINGS

Date Topic of Meeting Type of Meeting: Number Summary of topic Sharing of Lessons Learned /
Lecture, Attending discussed Suggestions for Safety
Discussion, Improvement
Demonstration
Make sure there is adequate light to
help you see properly while
working. Wear the right personal
safety equipment for the right job.
Do not use faulty equipment; Hold
SLIPS, TRIPS &
Lecture/Discussion the staircase handrails while using
FALLS
the stairs. Clean or report loose/torn
carpets. Make sure the surface you
are standing on is safe and
secured. Be careful at work, home
and in everything you do.
Wear gloves according to the kind
of work assigned and the kind of
hazards expected. Ensure you wear
the right size of glove for your hand.
PROTECTING
Lecture/Discussion There are gloves that are
YOUR HANDS
disposable, it is important to find out
how long it could be used. Wash
your hands clean all the time
especially when you want to eat.
Ask questions whenever necessary.
Don't work under the influence of
alcohol. People should be properly
trained and found competent before
a particular task is assigned to
AVOID TAKING
Lecture/Discussion them. Exercise patients in all what
SHORT-CUTS
you do and be willing to go the extra
miles to get jobs done safely.
Ensure you work under company's
laid down procedures and
standards.
Safety inspections in all jobs should
be encouraged. Be safety
conscious and keep safety watch.
All personnel should obey
emergency policies at all time.
Obey safety rules, regulations,
SAFETY procedures and standards. Never
INTERRACTIVE
AWARENESS be in a hurry in whatever you are
doing. Be familiar with your
workplace or any environment you
find yourself in. Have enough
information or knowledge of your
job or whatever you are doing
because ignorance is no excuse.
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ORIENTATION UNDERSTANDING VERIFICATION

Safety Orientation (SO) provides all personnel with necessary SSHE information specific to the company, the job site and Work activities to ensure
that: Safety rules, site-specific SSHE requirements, and emergency procedures etc are understood so that personnel can work in a manner, protective
of themselves and others.
All personnel must receive SO and understand SO prior to accessing the job site. An orientation completion certificate (ID card and or Safety
Passport) with a validation period is required to ensure compliance.
LOCATION: Onshore Offshore FACILITY: _____________________________________________________________________
SPECIFIC SITE:___________________________________________ ORIENTATION TYPE: General Site Specific Job Specific
PERSONNEL TYPE: Employee Contractor Sub Contractor NYSC IND. Attachee Govt. Official Visitor
INSTRUCTOR’S NAME_______________________________________________________ DATE OF ORIENTATION_____________________________________
1. How would you rate quality of the Orientation? Exxcellent Good Average Below Average
2. How would you rate the delivery method? Exxcellent Good Average Below Average
3. How would you rate the topics discussed? Exxcellent Good Average Below Average
4. How would you rate Your Understanding? Exxcellent Good Average Below Average
5. The Orientation effectively addressed the objectives and scope? Yes No
6. Did the orientation improve your understanding of SSHE programs? Yes No
7. Were all your questions adequately addressed/clarified? Yes No
8. Did the training meet your SSHE orientation expectations? Yes No
9. Overall Rating of Orientation Session: Exxcellent Good Average Below Average
10. Rating of Orientation Venue: Exxcellent Good Average Below Average
General Comments: ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
PARTICIPANT’S NAME:_______________________________________________________ EMPLOYER_______________________________________________
SIGNATURE: _______________________________________________________ DATE____________________________________________________
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Note: This must be documented in the safety orientation file.
NEAR MISS / HAZARD / UNSAFE ACT AND UNSAFE CONDITION REPORTING FORM
Date of Event: __ \ \___ Location of Event: ______________
Reported by: _____________ Department: ____________
Company: ______________ Office location: _________
Employment Category: Regular Contractor NYSC/IT Other
Description of Near Miss / Hazard / Unsafe Act or Practice

_________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________
_____________
_________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________
Causes (if known)
_________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________
______________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________
Remedial Action(s) Taken (If Any)

_________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________
______________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________
Signature & Date: _________________
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SAFETY HEALTH & ENVIRONMENT MANUAL

Section Description Page

35. Vehicle Safety . . . . . 15

It takes action! Safety IS:

On this job, safety is REQUIRED! Safety rules must be followed.

Essentially, we are committed to:

ALCOHOL AND DRUG USE POLICY

Violation to this policy includes and not limited to termination.

SAFETY REPRESENTATIVE / SAFETY COMMITTEE

Although GEODETIC OFFSHORE SERVICES LTD continually strives to eliminate accidents

ALARMS AND SIGNALS

PUBLIC ADDRESS SYSTEM

 Throw a buoy aid to the person in the water.

OIL AND GAS RELEASES

 Raise the alarm

 Raise the alarm.

FIRST AID AND MEDICAL

GEODETIC OFFSHORE SERVICES LTD. MALARIA CONTROL AND

 All non-immune personnel must take part in a Chemoprophylaxis program. Malaria

Scope: Applies to all employees and contractors.

Timing for Notification of SHE Incidents:

Management Notification Method

addition to calling Ext. ……………….

What is a hazard? : Something with a potential to cause harm, damage to property, or

GEODETIC OFFSHORE SERVICES LTD LTD

Near Miss / Hazard / Unsafe Act Reporting Form

Date of Event: __ \ \______________Location of Event: __________________________

Reported by: _____________________Department: ________________________________

Company: _______________________ Office location: ______________________________

Employment Category: Regular Contract NYSC/IT Other

Description of Near Miss / Hazard / Unsafe Act or Practice

Causes (if known)

Remedial Action(s) Taken (If Any)

Signature & Date: _________________________________________ Tel.: ___________

Brief Account of Incident:

Name of Supervisor In charge: ___________________________________________ Telephone Number___________

DRUGS, MEDICINES, AND ALCOHOL

 Supervisors must be notified immediately if an employee is taking prescription or non-

WASTE MANAGEMENT & POLLUTION CONTROL

PERSONNEL SAFETY MANAGEMENT

It is mandatory to wear certain items of Personal Protective Equipment when working in

FALL PROTECTION & ELEVATED WORK PRACTICES

 Slopped roofs or structures.

GEODETIC OFFSHORE SERVICES LTD is committed to providing employees respiratory

AIR PURIFYING RESPIRATORS

 Disposable - Dust, Fumes, and Mist

AIR SUPPLIED RESPIRATORS

CONTROL OF HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES

WHEN RADIOGRAPHIC WORK IS BEING CONDUCTED, WORKERS SHOULD:

GENERAL WORK PERMIT

The following are examples where a general Permit is required:

 Equipment/pipeline disjointing/connecting on hydrocarbon and non-hydrocarbon systems

 The lifting of hatch covers

CONFINED SPACE ENTRY PERMIT-

CONTROL OF HAZARDOUS ENERGY PERMIT

EXCLUSIONS (Requirements that DO NOT APPLY)

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS & PRECAUTIONS

 The frames of arc welding machines are grounded.

 Approved fire extinguishers are immediately available.

USE, STORAGE, AND TRANSPORTATION

Only qualified employees may conduct adjustment, repair, or replacement of electrical

 Make sure work area is clean and dry

Date of Event: \ \Location of Event: ______________

Reported by: _Department: ____________

Company: _ Office location: ________

Signature & Date: _______________________________ Tel.: _

Name of Supervisor In charge: _________________________________ Telephone Number_

INSTRUCTOR’S NAME___________________ DATE OF ORIENTATION_

PARTICIPANT’S NAME:_________ EMPLOYER_

SIGNATURE: ___ DATE

Date of Event: \ \_ Location of Event: ______________

Reported by: _ Department:

Company: ______ Office location: _