Slips, trips and falls
· Keep work areas clean and clear of debris
· Install guardrails, handrails and non-skid surfaces in particularly slippery areas
· Do not use damaged ladders
· Keep walkways clear of cords and hoses
Hot work and fire hazards
· Test work areas for flammable gases before beginning (areas include fuel tanks, well heads, tank batteries, mud tanks, oil treaters, gas separators and confined spaces)
· Stop work if gas detection exceeds 10 percent of the lower explosive level; identify and repair the leak
· Perform hot work in a safe, ventilated location with guards to confine the heat
· Keep fire-extinguishing equipment nearby (portable extinguishers, hose or buckets of water or sand)
General safety
· Always wear appropriate protective gear (boots, gloves, hard hats and eye/face protection)
· Lift objects slowly, using proper lifting technique
· Monitor weather conditions to prepare for potential hazards, such as lightening
· Store cylinders upright, chained to racks (separate full and empty cylinders)
· Wear appropriate respiratory protection when working in areas with higher concentrations of Hydrogen Sulfide, a toxic, flammable gas
· Provide education covering the symptoms of exposure to various toxic chemicals/gases and methods of first-aid/treatment
Thorough safety education is the first step to protecting an oil rig and the workers there. Call Shipman Insurance at 866-515-7007 for more information on Texas oil insurance.
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