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Fall Protection Plan - Total Energy Services Inc.

1. Buckles should be functioning properly and not showing any signs of damage or distortion D rings should be free of cuts nicks or abrasion that could possibly damage webbing Connecting Means Double leg lanyard with integral shock absorber should be checked for webbing and hardware as follows Doc C 7 Revision level 1 Effective Date 05 31 2012 Approved date 05 31 2012 Written by ST AO Checked by AO CE Approved by AO CHINOOK gill amd mw VS Webbing should be free of any cuts or damage including major abrasion holes or burns Inspect the lanyard snap hooks to ensure it takes two movements in order to open and that it automatically closes and locks Ensure snap hooks are free from rust and corrosion nicks dents or any sharp edges which may come into contact with webbing If the double leg lanyard is a tie back lanyard the worker must also ensure that the floating D ring is free from corrosion burs nicks and or sharp edges Positioning lanyards shall be inspected as above Inspect shock absorber for signs of deployment impact indicator deployed shock material visibly torn and coming out of the shock pack Ensure that the shock absorber is sewn onto the connecting means ensure you can see the stitching forming the loop around the connector If shock absorber is on harness and is not sewn integral to the back D ring check to ensure that snap hook and D ring are fre
2. PUES Op On heads e Installing hand rails pepo ee e Maintaining Derrick lights Pickin ipe off high bo di ere E T e Working from ladder trailer e Chaining unchaining blocks 180 3 Third Party Equipment e Servicing centrifuges e Climbing 400 barrel tanks e Working on premix tanks e Servicing top drive e Using pipe handling equipment e Picking up pipe rods off high boy trailer for wire line and swabbing Doc C 7 Revision level 1 Effective Date 05 31 2012 Approved date 05 31 2012 Written by ST AO Checked by Approved by A O CHINOOK mw wu 181 0 Falls from Different Level Once a hazard is identified a work procedure shall be developed to ensure that the risk of working at height is minimized or if at all possible eliminated For those tasks which have not been identified the fall task form shall be used to assess the hazard and detail procedures to reduce that hazard 182 0 Equipment Selection Use All equipment selected for fall protection shall be CSA approved and as per most manufacturers recommendations and legislated requirements shall be inspected prior to use by the worker using the equipment and at least annually by a competent person It is imperative that workers follow the manufacturer s guidelines in the use care and maintenance of the specific equipment used 182 1 SRLs It is a recognized hazard where a worker can fall and have the SRLs line cable and or web come into contact with a sha
3. 194 9 3 PROCEDURES 2 222 n Ece eo ure odes chase cenae S eed oues ee sace coa ENO 76 194 9 4 E lu de 76 194 10 Fall Protection Procedure 10 Raising Personnel With a Man Rated Winch for General Operations or RESCUC cccccccccccccccccceecccceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeess 76 194 10 1 TASK qe nn X naaiee 76 194 10 2 EQUIPMENT exo eei edic eu e epe oret rne epa Erg E Eee era eaae ee ren Sa 77 194 10 3 PROCEDURE iret ea ee er khu Pee Loin ern ek kate ei eee eho HER tees eER CE EP RR eR ia 77 194 104 TRESOQUE 77 194 11 Fall Protection Procedure 11 Confined Space Entry 77 T9AILI TASK Ac m 77 194 11 2 HAZARD ier eer er edd ren ue eed aig ee hed devine denen ees 77 194 11 3 EQUIPMENT iorsin eut co ena orn rne enne Da Feo aep Jess Reha ee Tra eR eeu i ETE E 78 194 11 4 PROCEDURE 35er einn etu cunt beta ern HE Ree Renee cero ata tees EXPE CE a PARS RR FERAE Rede 78 ICE NEUIUU J 78 Doc C 7 Revision level 1 Effective Date 05 31 2012 Approved date 05 31 2012 Written by ST AO Checked by Approved by A O CHINOOK p d 179 0 Fall Protection Plan While there are several identified tasks where fall protection is normally required every task undertaken by a worker can have inherent risks associated with it It is the responsibilities of the wo
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6. 500 pounds The use of this winch for personnel hoisting is only approved with this modification and when it is locked in the man rider position Installation inspection maintenance and operation must follow manufacturer s recommendations Anchorage e The vertical lifeline or Self Retracting Lifeline will be used as a secondary fall protection system either in a rescue or during normal operations Most legislation requires an uncertified anchorage for fall protection must be capable of withstanding a minimum impact of 22 2 kN 5000 pounds without failure As a rule of thumb the worker must ensure that the anchorage used will be capable of holding the weight of a ton truck Body Support e ACSA full body harness suitable to the task conducted at height will be required It is important to note that the suitability of the harness must take into account the task undertaken by the worker As a minimum to attach to the fall arrestor the harness must meet an A classification which has a rear dorsal D ring for attachment of the fall arrest system In addition the harness must be including a D ring and or bosuns chair in order to support the worker on the winch See appendix A for equipment approved by Chinook Drilling Doc C 7 Revision level 1 Effective Date 05 31 2012 Approved date 05 31 2012 Written by ST AO Checked by AO CE Approved by AO CHINOOK gill mld mw wu It is important
7. a shock absorbing lanyard or the Harness shock absorber if it is a non shock absorbing lanyard Attach the anchorage connector to the structure the worker will have a second connector attached to their side D ring Attach one leg of the double leg lanyard to the anchorage connector Disconnect from the SRL or whatever fall arrest system the worker is currently using If the worker has just climbed up using the double leg lanyard then they will merely need to disconnect the other leg The loose leg should be attached to a tear away connector on the workers harness The worker will move horizontally from the anchor point 4 6 depending upon anchor height and workers reach from the original anchor point At this point they will attach the second anchorage connector attach the extra leg of the lanyard then move back to disconnect the first anchor point The first anchorage connector is now attached to the harness along with the extra leg The worker can keep moving horizontally in this fashion moving from one anchor point to the next until they reach the desired work area Once the worker is at their desired work area they will take the positioning lanyard which will have one end snap hook attached to their side D ring and wrap the lanyard around an adjacent structure adjusting the distance by the number of wraps on the structure Care should be taken to ensure that there are no sharp edges Once wrapped the loose end will be atta
8. and test head Hoisting using man rated hoist Rigging up rescue equipment and carry out rescue Installing escape buggy Erecting and dismantling prefabs Rigging up line spooler Rigging in survey line Installing prefabs monkey board Working on above mud tanks Working around open pits sumps Greasing blocks swivel crown Installing stabbing board Running casing Opening closing mud tanks gates Running high collars above monkey board Retrieving stand from across derrick Washing inside outside of subs Install remove cable trays Install remove grasshopper trays Doc C 7 Revision level 1 Effective Date 05 31 2012 Approved date 05 31 2012 Written by ST AO Checked by Approved by A O CHINOOK mw VS 180 2 Servicing e Running pulling tubular e Rigging snubbing units e Disconnecting horse head e Rigging in pack off hoses onpunip jack e Locking BOPs when using e Working on rod board flanges e Inspect nipple up nipple e Greasing crown installing down BOPs flags e Installing flow line e Positioning secondary retractable e installing escape buggy e Working on cat walks no s Rigging T pipe handling rails equipment and using scissor lifts Riggin rescue ia n ae aut e Switching from 4 6 lines or T 7 6 4 lines derrick standing rescue Stump testing BOPs e Nippling up on high well heads e Hanging wire line sheaves free pointing tube testing
9. breaks in the wire rope Ensure that the thimbles are present secure and not distorted or showing any damage out of shape loose in the Wire rope Check to ensure that carabineers are free from defects cuts and nicks abrasion and that they function properly with the necessary two actions to open the gate and that the gate automatically closes and locks upon release Specialty Equipment 192 5 Vertical lifelines are too inspected for any cuts breaks kinks if cable Ensure thimble and termination is secure splice or swage Inspect layed construction to ensure there is no bunching or unravelling Looks for signs of material degradation stiff fibres excessive dirt cracking sounds when flexed Vertical lifelines should be finished with a CSA approved connector on one end and should be free of any knots and or splices save for the end termination Inspect the fall arrestor to ensure it will lock onto the lifeline and that it cannot accidentally be removed Move the slider up and down ensuring that it moves freely and does not bind unnecessarily on the lifeline Inspect the SRL snap hook to ensure it takes two movements in order to open and that it automatically closes and locks Inspect the impact indicator where the snap hook attaches to the cable or webbing Pull sharply on the SRL cable snap hook to ensure that the SRL will lock off Procedure Inspect all hoisting and fall protection components as per manufactur
10. burns e Ensure D rings are free from rust and corrosion nicks dents or any sharp edges which may come into contact with webbing Cable slings e Cable slings should have a protective plastic coating that is intact without any breaks or major discolouration e Inspect for kinks and or any breaks in the wire rope e Ensure that the thimbles are present secure and not distorted or showing any damage out of shape loose in the wire rope Specialty Equipment e Inspect the SRL snap hook to ensure it takes two movements in order to open and that it automatically closes and locks e Inspect the impact indicator where the snap hook attaches to the cable webbing e Pull sharply on the SRL cable snap hook to ensure that the SRL will lock off 190 5 Procedure e Inspect all fall protection components as per manufacturer s recommendations If any piece of equipment fails the pre use inspection that equipment shall be removed from service until a formal inspection by a competent person has been conducted and the equipment is either destroyed repaired or returned to service e Inspect then put on appropriate CSA approved full body harness e Attach the lanyard to the back dorsal D ring Carefully climb to the work area using caution as there is no fall protection in place while climbing on the secondary structure Once at height inspect the chosen anchorage and attach the anchorage connector to structure Attach the lanyard
11. e D rings should be free of cuts nicks or abrasion that could possibly damage webbing Connecting Means e f a shock absorber is being used on the harness and is not sewn integral to the back D ring check to ensure that snap hook and D ring are free from defects cuts nicks abrasion and that the snap hook functions properly with the necessary two actions to open the hook gate e Ensure that the shock absorber is sewn onto the connecting means ensure you can see the stitching forming the loop around the connector e Inspect shock absorber for signs of deployment impact indicator deployed Shock material visibly torn and coming out of the shock pack e Snap hook as per SRL Specialty Equipment e Inspect the SRL snap hook to ensure it takes two movements in order to open and that it automatically closes and locks e Inspect the impact indicator where the snap hook attaches to the cable or webbing e Pull sharply on the SRL cable snap hook to ensure that the SRL will lock off Doc C 7 Revision level 1 Effective Date 05 31 2012 Approved date 05 31 2012 Written by ST AO Checked by AO CE Approved by AO CHINOOK pwr VS 184 5 Procedure e Inspect then put on appropriate CSA approved full body harness e Retrieve the SRL snap hook and cable by pulling down the tagline attached to the unit Properly inspect SRL and connecting hardware If any piece of equipment fails the pre use inspection that
12. first rescuer will immediately climb to the crown to set up the rescue system While he is setting up the rescue system a second rescuer will climb using appropriate fall protection as described within this document to the monkey board to establish contact with the fallen worker in order to assess their medical condition and assist with the rescue operation Normally the extent of medical attention that can be administered at height is limited to stemming the flow of blood from an open wound Once properly positioned and protected at the crown the first rescuer will anchor the tagline s pulley thread it and lower the tagline to the workers below By this time the haul crew will have brought the rescue kit to the base of the structure below the fallen worker and workers will attach the rescue unit an anchor strap vertical lifeline and appropriate connectors to the tagline A haul team whoever is available at the base of the structure will haul the rescue unit up to the rescuer Positioning himself above the worker the rescuer will anchor the haul system onto the rig structure as an anchorage Then anchor the vertical lifeline on adjacent structure At this point the rescuer will remove the tagline pulley anchor strap and their positioning system and attach the tagline end to the connector on the traveling block of the haul system At this point the first rescuer will climb down to the monkey board to assist the second rescuer Using the tagline
13. lanyard is taken off the D and left at the ladder e Upon finishing work re attach to the ladder and or double leg lanyard detach from the work area system and climb down protecting yourself as per the ascent NOTE It is very important that the maximum freefall is kept to the legal and manufacturer limits normally 6 feet this means that while climbing with a 6 lanyard it is critical that you maintain at least one of your anchor points at shoulder height or higher Any lanyards used for fall arrest must have a shock absorber attached between the lanyard and the harness 185 6 Rescue If a worker falls during climbing and they cannot reach the ladder and or rescue themselves the rig rescue plan will need to be put into effect Rescue is conducted by trained individuals utilizing a winch line or pre engineered rope haul system or similar device 185 6 1 Winch line Rescue Using proper fall protection techniques as outlined within this document one rescuer will immediately climb the rig with a rope tagline rescue pulley or similar sheave anchor strap and positioning lanyard attached to his harness Once properly secured using the positioning lanyard the rescuer will immediately assess the medical condition of the fallen worker and administer what first aid is appropriate Normally the extent of medical attention that can be administered at height is limited to stemming the flow of blood from an open wound The tagline will be
14. line will provide two functions first to allow the rescuer to get a hold of the end of the line and then to keep the worker from entangling in the structure during lowering operations The rescuer will connect the winch line to the workers Dorsal D ring using an appropriate sized and rated connector Once the winch line is connected to the fallen worker the tagline should be removed from the winch line and attached to the side or rear belt D ring of the fallen worker s harness If the workers harness only has a dorsal D ring attach to that D If the winch line s path of travel will take the worker away from the ladder or structure into the middle of the rig then the tagline can remain attached to the rescue pulley to aid in easing the worker into the proper lowering path However if it is necessary to pull the worker away from the structure during lowering operations the tagline should be removed from the rescue pulley to allow for a direct pull from the rig floor The winch will be used to lift the fallen worker only enough to unlock his SRL and then carefully lower him to the rig floor It is important that the speed is controlled so that the SRL does not lock off during descent At the base of the structure first aid personnel will take over and properly attend to and package the worker in a stretcher It is important that workers expected to package the worker put the fallen worker in a stretcher are properly trained and that the m
15. manufacturer s recommendations e Move from the ladder to work area on the face of the rig e Use positioning lanyard to work hands free 194 4 4 Rescue Rescue will be conducted using a pre engineered rope haul system or similar device and appropriate fall arrest for both rescuers and fallen worker See detail description of this procedure for rescue procedures 194 5 Fall Protection Procedure 5 Climbing across the structure without an SRL 194 5 1 Task Workers will be required to horizontally climb across the structure from the structure s ladder or a work platform without an attached Self Retracting Lifeline 194 5 2 Equipment e Full body harness general purpose e Positioning lanyard e Double leg lanyard e Appropriate anchorage connector Doc C 7 Revision level 1 Effective Date 05 31 2012 Approved date 05 31 2012 Written by ST AO Checked by AO CE Approved by AO CHINOOK Drilling Inc paid 194 5 3 Procedure e Inspect all equipment as per manufacturer s recommendations e Move from the ladder to work area on the face of the structure e Transfer from ladder system to double leg lanyard setting anchorage connectors as you move horizontally e Use positioning lanyard to work hands free NOTE It is very important that the maximum freefall is kept to the legal and manufacturer limits normally 6 feet this means that while climbing with a 6 lanyard it is critical that you m
16. protection equipment should be inspected prior to use as per manufacturer s instructions Winch Ensure there are no visible defects loose or missing hardware Check all hydraulic lines and fittings for leak corrosion or wear and tighten or replace as necessary Inspect the lubricating oil site glass for proper levels and replenish as needed Ensure that the hydraulic fluid has been properly pre warmed prior to any functional checks being carried out Cycle the winch controls checking for chattering fluid leaks and unusual operations by raising and lowering the winch about ten feet Doc C 7 Revision level 1 Effective Date 05 31 2012 Approved date 05 31 2012 Written by ST AO Checked by AO CE Approved by AO CHINOOK gill and mw Vw Ensure the brakes are in good condition and carry out a brake test functional check as recommended by the manufacturer The winch cable must be checked for even spooling onto the drum and must not show any evidence of bird caging Anchorage Anchorages must be inspected to ensure that they do not have sharp edges that would cut or damage the Anchorage Connector used Ensure that when you attach to the anchorage you will not damage adjacent piping steam hydraulics power or structure Anchorages for fall arrest must be strong enough to withstand a minimum 22 2 kN force without failure Body Support Webbing should be free of any cuts or dam
17. suitable to the task conducted at height will be required It is recommended that a Derrick Mans harness is not used when working on the face of the rig A general purpose harness with side D rings for positioning will be suitable for this task See appendix A for equipment approved by Chinook Drilling Connecting Means e Workers will use the integral snap hook on the SRL cable to connect to the Harness When in place the worker must use a positioning lanyard This lanyard will be 4 feet in length and may be adjustable It will not have an integral shock absorber Specialty Equipment e CSA Approved Self Retracting Lifeline suitable in length to reach the base of the ladder without any extensions attached 186 4 Pre use Inspection Harnesses should be inspected prior to use as per manufacturer s instructions Pre use inspection will have been conducted prior to the worker leaving the ground Anchorage e The SRL will be pre installed and the anchorage will be inspected prior to rig up e The rig structure should be inspected for its suitability for a positioning anchorage ensuring it will meet the adequate strength requirements e Anchorages must be inspected to ensure that they do not have sharp edges that would cut or damage the positioning lanyard used e Ensure that when you attach the anchorage you will not damage adjacent piping steam hydraulics power or structure Body Support e Webbing should be free of any cut
18. tagline rescue pulley or similar sheave anchor strap and positioning lanyard attached to his harness Once properly secured using the positioning lanyard this rescuer will immediately assess the medical condition of the fallen worker and administer what first aid is appropriate Normally the extent of medical attention that can be administered at height is limited to stemming the flow of blood from an open wound The tagline will be looped through a pulley anchored to the ladder or adjacent structure and the tagline will be lowered to the workers below By this time the haul crew will have brought the rescue kit to the base of the structure below the fallen worker and workers will attach the rescue unit an anchor strap vertical lifeline automatic rope grab and appropriate connectors to the tagline A haul team whoever is available at the base of the structure will haul the rescue unit up to the rescuer Positioning himself above the worker the rescuer will anchor the haul system onto the ladder rails ensuring there is sufficient distance to raise the worker enough to detach the double leg lanyard Then anchor the vertical lifeline higher up the ladder so that the vertical lifeline and haul system are distributed on the ladder rails The tagline will then be removed from the rescue pulley and attached to the waist connection of the fallen workers harness side or preferably rear belt high e The rescuer will attach the haul system to the wo
19. that the Connecting means used matches the connection point on the harness Connecting Means The choice of connecting means will be dependent upon whether the SRL or the vertical lifeline and automatic fall arrestor is used The SRL will connect via the integral snap hook However if the automatic fall arrestor is used the type of arrestor will determine the connecting means Fall arrestors which are not panic proof these units do not eliminate the possibility of panic grip must be fitted with an integrally attached by the manufacturer connecting means no longer than 0 6m 2 Panic proof automatic fall arrestor must use connecting means with a maximum length of 1 m 3 to maintain a maximum freefall of 2m 6 Appropriate anchorage connectors will be necessary to attach to the rig structure if a permanent connection is not already established Properly sized tie off adaptors or cable slings are required to provide this connection Connecting to the winch line for the purpose of being raised shall be accomplished by using an approved and properly sized carabineer or a Bolt Type Anchor Shackle painted yellow Specialty Equipment 192 4 CSA approved Self Retracting Lifeline Vertical lifeline meeting the CSA requirements for vertical lifelines y Automatic fall arrestor panic or non panic model It is critical that the lifeline and arrestor are matched as per manufacturer specifications Pre use inspection All fall
20. the rig SRLs snap hook and reattach it to the tagline or to a suitable point to keep it available for climbing down If the worker used a double leg lanyard they would detach the legs from the ladder and attach them to a suitable attachment point on their harness Alternatively the double leg lanyard can be detached from the dorsal D ring and left on the ladder Caution should be taken when a lanyard is attached to the harness such that it does not become entangled in moving machinery or worn such that it becomes a trip hazard The worker will now attach the positioning lanyard which is connected to the workers belt high rear D ring to a designated anchor point at the back of the monkey board ensuring the length of the positioning lanyard is adequate to allow full movement of during work operations When the worker is ready to come down they will detach the positioning lanyard from the back of the monkey board re attach the rig SRL or lanyard detach the monkey board SRL attach the tagline to the monkey board SRL and allow the cable to retract into the housing Properly protected the worker can now climb back down to the floor Doc C 7 Revision level 1 Effective Date 05 31 2012 Approved date 05 31 2012 Written by ST AO Checked by AO CE Approved by AO CHINOOK mw wu 189 6 Rescue 189 6 1 Rescue from a fall If a worker falls while working on the monkey board and they cannot reach the
21. to its storage location noting any damage to the equipment used if there is any damage equipment is to be removed from service and inspected by a competent person 184 6 Rescue If a worker falls during climbing and they cannot reach the ladder and or rescue themselves the rig rescue plan will need to be put into effect Rescue is conducted by trained individuals utilizing a winch line where available and appropriate or alternatively pre engineered ropes haul system or similar device 184 6 1 Winch line Rescue Using proper fall protection techniques as outlined within this document one rescuer will immediately climb the rig with a rope tagline rescue pulley or similar sheave anchor strap and positioning lanyard attached to his harness Once properly secured using the positioning lanyard the rescuer will immediately assess the medical condition of the Doc C 7 Revision level 1 Effective Date 05 31 2012 Approved date 05 31 2012 Written by ST AO Checked by AO CE Approved by AO CHINOOK pwr VS fallen worker and administer what first aid is appropriate Normally the extent of medical attention that can be administered at height is limited to stemming the flow of blood from an open wound The tagline will be looped through a pulley anchored to the ladder or adjacent structure and the tagline will be lowered to the workers below By this time the haul crew will have prepared the winch for the rescue op
22. 2012 CHINOOK Drilling Inc t a OS Loo CHINOOK Drilling Inc Doc C 7 Revision level 1 Effective Date 05 31 2012 Approved date 05 31 2012 Written by ST AO Checked by Approved by A O CHINOOK pwr VS Table of Contents 179 0 Fall Protection Planissisccheduaucienananmini eee 9 180 0 Slips Trips and Falls from The Same Level sse 9 180 1 DrillNg C M acre rer 9 I MEE ies Em 11 180 3 Third Party Etui ITIBINE siio iqeo iconos eoa tersech qon emi ducas ect noms ema daa deb d dox bao deacdus 11 181 0 Falls from Different Level aasseikbendi ern na MARINA EN I BUR RIA M PUNK BE MUR SB RR D AREA 12 182 0 Equipment Selection Use sna nscd eie ee Rus ERR Vise DVHM COR Tn UE FREI HER NHRR MONS Fun 12 P IOMMEL sm inai 12 183 0 Rescue from Heights siiciseideseidaniibardadddvatdaaddlasdaddeahseraddsanseddacansiaavlaaieddudansdaddiauiiad 13 184 0 Fall Protection Procedure 1 Climbing with an SRL cccccceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 14 OA MERI Nr M 14 184 2 JHAaZOU senscxdiamidencRpb ARI MER ERRARE UK gU DD GOD RU DK aOR 14 184 3 Equipment enne e Seen a nr pe Ea RE Rue asa NANNE GE 14 184 4 Pre use inspection aee rendere ER Reo x eR ER SEX S RER E REN ELK en ae eg en E e RAE 3S 15 184 5 PrODBPUEGeeticua ead FREI UR RENDER ERI FRUI ERU
23. 86 0 Fall Protection Procedure 4 Climbing and Working on the rig with an SRL 186 1 Task Workers will be required to climb from the ladder and horizontally across the face of the rig to conduct work or get to the sides of the rig 186 2 Hazard Workers climbing horizontally across the rig on a girt are faced with the risk of falling if they lose their footing or balance When working on the rig the worker will require the use of their hands to complete their tasks As it is always required that three points of contact be maintained at all times when climbing or working at height a work positioning system will be required 186 3 Equipment Anchorage e Prior to any worker climbing on the rig the SRL used to vertically climb the fixed ladder will have been attached to a pre engineered anchorage point normally at the crown This Anchorage will be designed for the attachment of a CSA approved SRL e The rig structure itself will be used for a positioning anchorage While Canadian legislation does not specify a requirement for a positioning anchorage OSHA Occupational Safety and Health Administration USA specifies that an anchorage Doc C 7 Revision level 1 Effective Date 05 31 2012 Approved date 05 31 2012 Written by ST AO Checked by AO CE Approved by AO CHINOOK pwr VS for work positioning must meet a minimum strength requirement of 18 kN 3600 Ibs Body Support e ACSA full body harness
24. O CHINOOK Drilling Inc paid 194 7 4 Rescue Rescue will be conducted using a pre engineered rope haul system or similar device and appropriate fall arrest for both rescuers and fallen worker See detail description of this procedure for rescue procedures 194 8 Fall Protection Procedure 8 Working on the rig structure from another secondary platform portable ladder vehicle 194 8 1 Task Workers will be required to access the rig structure from a secondary platform to perform task typically related to rig up or down This access platform will normally be temporary and will not normally have fall protection attached to it 194 8 2 Equipment e Full body harness general purpose e Shock absorbing lanyard or small SRL e Anchorage connectors 194 8 3 Procedure e Inspect all equipment as per manufacturer s recommendations e Access the rig with due care and attention e Once at height attach the anchorage connector on a suitable part of the rig e Attach the lanyard or SRL to the anchorage connector e Proceed with work 194 8 4 Rescue Given the limited height that this type of work will be conducted from rescue can be as simple as positioning a ladder below or adjacent to the fallen worker and helping them climb down Specific rescue procedures will rely upon the area where the worker falls access to that area and adjacent structure Wherever possible rescue should be kept as simple as possible Workers acc
25. PH da HIM GER ER BEI DINER t 16 184 6 RESCUES eire ree peru exea xe rave rise rea eux ee RR eee ERa SEXE a apex RE ere gerne 16 184 6 1 WINCH LINE RESCUE pei nne tnter E Dent eid ene De Cena eat eint Du anida te vue Pei aaa 16 184 6 2 HAULSYSTEM RESCUE i rite rn tr he HR Pre err RH RRERR EXNE CUR EH RR YR AAA 17 184 7 Reporting and Logging o eroe ctp nsu eisie Gb ama scel as E Uma Ea 18 185 0 Fall Protection Procedure 2 Climbing without an SRL cccceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 18 IoMEEI c n nn 18 185 2 Ha rd BARRE ETUR 18 b MEE Score 18 185 4 Pre use InSpeCctlODi coi et on inn et ned ra reno ta ren Enea era e nra eur ea e exi re ad ie 19 135 5 Procedure rm 20 135 6 RESCUC 21 185 6 T WINCH BINE RESCUE tiisseticcccnsiswaisactaneccecitsesinuatiaesetcsaredsasvenedseccunelediewcacnscecefeesiuas 21 185 6 2 HAULSYSTEM RESQUE etii Re PRI Eoi te Ee HR LESE ERR eA Eee nes X APR Se reU 22 185 7 Reporting and Logging oce eorr nece suec a cone Met aExu aU KR duxE E MERUNEUKE UK EUN SEEN 23 186 0 Fall Protection Procedure 4 Climbing and Working on the rig with an SRL 23 P 23 Doc C 7 Revision level 1 Effective Date 05 31 2012 Approved date 05 31 2012 Written by ST AO Checked by Approved by A O CHINOOK mw VS 1802 AZAR sieni si ii o bp MO iaannashnateieadd
26. ach the rescue unit an anchor strap vertical lifeline and appropriate connectors to the tagline A haul team whoever is available at the base of the structure will haul the rescue unit up to the rescuer Positioning himself above the worker the rescuer will anchor the haul system onto the rig structure as an anchorage Then anchor the vertical lifeline on adjacent structure At this point the rescuer will remove the tagline pulley anchor strap and their positioning system and attach the tagline end to the connector on the traveling block of the haul system At this point the first rescuer will climb down to the floor to assist the haul team The tagline will be positioned so that the second rescuer can reach it and the traveling block brought down to the second rescuer The haul system will be attached to the back D ring of the fallen worker and the tag line will be attached to the belt high rear D ring Finally the second rescuer will have brought a rope grab with them and will now attach it to the vertical lifeline and the rear D ring of the fallen worker The tagline will then be attached to the waist connection of the fallen workers harness side or preferably rear belt high Workers on the rig floor will lift the fallen worker enough to enable the rescuer to detach the fallen worker s SRL and positioning lanyard and then carefully lower him to the rig floor The tagline will be used to keep the worker off of adjacent struc
27. adentdeduendden 65 193 0 Fall Protection Procedure 11 Confined Space entry sss 65 193 1 Si Ane T 65 193 2 Hazarder oeeie RI VERROQUR RU EErEE UON URUR UR HEU END n D io 65 193 3 eode MR 65 193 4 Pre use inspection ERR eR Xe ER REX ERORRR VER E ERE IAE NN ERROR EN HERUS SRM EE 66 193 5 PROCS PSS ooreen ai vitu Rn dnm a a dubie 67 193 5 1 LOWERING OPERATIONS ss x2 cese n eran P rene kr Rep deed EE AEDE E EEA RAA 68 193 6 Non Entry Rescue from a Confined Space eeeeeeeeeeeee 68 193 7 Reporting and Logging ci pore cetp cen xong un iei vata Eten E EEEE CRESEN V ERR GRE dd 69 193 8 Equipment logging and inspection eeeeeesseseeeeee eee 69 CERE 69 194 0 Fall Protection Procedures Synopsis ccccceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 69 194 1 Fall Protection Procedure 1 Climbing with an SRL sssesssssss 69 19411 DAE smtp uve au Modden nuova bibe du imu anes oman ua MOS URUEE 69 194 1 2 EQUIPMENT i eue ee nux ene exe een race he e reae erae breed ern exper nu Faser nee EKANA 69 194713 PROCEDURES oroipenean a eene gendi aeri at E E E E 70 TOOT EE 1 dE 70 194 2 Fall Protection Procedure 2 Climbing without an SRL s 70 1942 1 TASK qc 70 1942 2 EQUIPMENT 22 1 9 6 0 Henr eusteaecungeccectioteadsuasatacccuelatdtussaeacetue
28. age including major abrasion holes or burns Buckles should be functioning properly and not showing any signs of damage or distortion D rings should be free of cuts nicks or abrasion that could possibly damage webbing Connecting Means Inspect shock absorbers for signs of deployment impact indicator deployed shock material visibly torn and coming out of the shock pack Ensure that the shock absorber is sewn onto the connecting means ensure you can see the stitching forming the loop around the connector If shock absorber is on harness and is not sewn integral to the back D ring check to ensure that snap hook and D ring are free from defects cuts nicks abrasion and that the snap hook functions properly with the necessary two actions to open the hook gate Anchorage connectors Tie off adaptors should be inspected as per any web product Webbing should be free of any cuts or damage including major abrasion holes or burns Doc C 7 Revision level 1 Effective Date 05 31 2012 Approved date 05 31 2012 Written by ST AO Checked by AO CE Approved by AO CHINOOK gill and mw wu Ensure D rings are free from rust and corrosion nicks dents or any sharp edges which may come into contact with webbing Cable slings Cable slings should have a protective plastic coating that is Intact without any breaks or major discolouration Inspect for kinks and or any
29. aintain your anchor points at shoulder height or higher This means that if you are using a tie off adaptor or cable sling that hangs down from the anchorage 2 the anchorage must be at least 2 above your shoulder height 194 5 4 Rescue Rescue will be conducted using a pre engineered rope haul system or similar device and appropriate fall arrest for both rescuers and fallen worker See detail description of this procedure for rescue procedures 194 6 Fall Protection Procedure 6 Climbing with a vertical lifeline and automatic fall arrestor rope grab 194 6 1 Task Workers will be required to vertically move on the rig either climbing or being hoisted using a vertical lifeline and automatic fall arrester as a secondary system 194 6 2 Equipment e Full body harness general purpose or CSA approved harness with some suspension capability e Vertical lifeline e Automatic fall arrestor rope grab e Appropriate length lanyard e Shock absorber and connecting means Doc C 7 Revision level 1 Effective Date 05 31 2012 Approved date 05 31 2012 Written by ST AO Checked by AO CE Approved by AO CHINOOK Drilling Inc pid 194 6 3 Procedure e Inspect then put on appropriate CSA approved full body harness e Inspect and attach automatic fall arrestor e Inspect and attach connecting means if the fall arrestor has a panic device then the total length of the lanyard connectors and shock absorber
30. ame level of the fallen worker move across the rig to the worker and properly position themselves using the positioning lanyard Once the fallen worker s condition is established the rescuer will administer what first aid is appropriate Normally the extent of medical attention that can be administered at height is limited to stemming the flow of blood from an open wound The rescuer will then anchor the tagline s pulley thread it and lower the tagline to the workers below By this time the haul crew will have prepared the winch for the rescue operation see manufacturers requirements for personnel hoisting will attach the tag line to the winch line s connector and will have a secondary fall arrest system available SRL or Rope Grab and vertical lifeline the secondary fall arrest system shall be raised to the rescuer to be installed above the fallen worker The tag line will provide two functions first to allow the rescuer to get a hold of the end of the winch line and then to keep the worker from entangling in the structure during lowering operations The rescuer will anchor the secondary fall arrest system vertical lifeline on a suitable anchor point Then return to the worker to attach the connector for the rope grab which has been attached to the vertical lifeline to the workers dorsal D It is recommended that a worker at floor level hold the bottom end of the lifeline if possible to keep it out of the way and ensure it remains t
31. an SRL that the manufacturer s guidelines are followed and that where necessary the manufacturer has been contacted and approval is granted for this application see appendix B DBI technical bulletin for sharp edges Doc C 7 Revision level 1 Effective Date 05 31 2012 Approved date 05 31 2012 Written by ST AO Checked by AO CE Approved by AO CHINOOK pwr VS 183 0 Rescue from Heights It is recognized both through due diligence and legislation that if a worker is exposed to the risk of a fall a rescue plan must be in place to effectively retrieve that worker Wherever possible rescue should be as simple and safe as possible and it is the policy of Chinook Drilling that where possible workers should affect a self rescue by climbing back onto the adjacent structure If the worker is not capable of reaching suitable structure a line should be passed to the worker to assist them in reaching suitable structure Where the worker is incapable of reaching suitable structure or has been injured Chinook Drilling has implemented a rescue program using a man rated winch or as per the variance given by the WCB of BC a non man rated winch so long as the only lifting of personnel conducted is limited to that required to release the individual from their deployed fall arrest system Where that unit is not available a pre rigged rope haul system or similar unit shall be employed Raising or lowering of individuals for maintenance o
32. an rated winch The application of this procedure is based upon the requirements and operating procedures of the Braden man rated winch which has been designed to accommodate man riding and reduces the pull load rating to below 700 pounds Use of this winch requires that workers properly lock out the winch so that it is switched to man riding capacity only Workers being raised on a winch will be required to utilize a secondary fall arrest system anchored separately from the winch line itself Workers will be protected from falling using either a vertical lifeline and automatic rope grab or a self retracting lifeline Doc C 7 Revision level 1 Effective Date 05 31 2012 Approved date 05 31 2012 Written by ST AO Checked by AO CE Approved by AO CHINOOK Drilling Inc ponent pwr VS 194 10 2 Equipment e CSA approved full body harness with front suspension capability e Vertical lifeline and automatic fall arrestor or SRL e Appropriate connecting means for suspension designated carabineer connected into the finished end of the winch cable not the hook or Bolt Type Anchor Shackle painted yellow 194 10 3 Procedure e Complete the appropriate Safe Work Permit for personnel hoisting e Follow proper inspection procedures of all lifting equipment and fall arrest equipment as per manufacturer specifications e Conduct hoisting JSA to establish crew roles and identify safety concerns e Inspect t
33. and that the medical condition of the fallen worker is immediately assessed to determine the best and most appropriate course of action 188 7 2 Haul System Rescue Using proper fall protection techniques as described within this document one rescuer will immediately climb the structure with a rope tagline rescue pulley or similar shiv anchor strap and positioning lanyard attached to his harness The rescuer will need to move to the worker from the ladder this will require them to move across the structure using fall protection procedures described within this document Due to the time necessary to travel from the ladder to the worker the rescuer will stop at the same level of the fallen worker to make a visual assessment of their condition Once their condition is established the rescuer will proceed to the level above the worker move out across the structure till they are directly above the fallen worker Once properly positioned using the positioning lanyard the rescuer will anchor the tagline s pulley thread it and lower the tagline to the workers below By this time the haul crew will have brought the rescue kit to the base of the structure below the fallen worker and workers will attach the rescue unit an anchor strap vertical lifeline automatic rope grab and appropriate connectors to the tagline A haul team whoever is available at the base of the structure will haul the rescue unit up to the rescuer Positioning himself above the w
34. and attach the system to the fallen worker e Haul Team any workers who are available at the floor or ground level They will prepare the rescue kit to be set up and will provide the muscle when using a rope haul system First Aiders will attend to the fallen worker once on the ground Small crews will often have to fill more than one role and should always be cross trained so they can fill in where necessary Doc C 7 Revision level 1 Effective Date 05 31 2012 Approved date 05 31 2012 Written by ST AO Checked by AO CE Approved by AO CHINOOK ad and mw wu Chinook Drilling has identified the following procedures that are common to the majority of at height activities 184 0 Climbing with an SRL Climbing without an SRL Climbing with a fixed ladder safety system Climbing and working on the rig with an SRL Climbing across the sides or inside of the rig Climbing with a vertical lifeline and automatic fall arrester Working on the monkey board or rod basket Working from a secondary platform portable ladder or vehicle Working with a horizontal lifeline Personnel hoisting Confined Space Entry non entry rescue Fall Protection Procedure 1 Climbing with an SRL 184 1 Task Workers will be required to vertically climb the rig or other structure on a fixed ladder using a pre installed Self Retracting Lifeline 184 2 Hazard Workers climbing a fixed ladder are faced with the risk
35. ard no longer than 0 6m in length from the dorsal D ring of your harness to the connection point of the fall arrestor NB If the connecting means attached to the fall arrestor has an integral shock absorber the connecting means should be attached directly to the dorsal D ring and not the harnesses integral shock absorber As you climb up the fall arrestor will automatically follow you as you pull it up the lifeline Always ensure that the fall arrestor is moving on the lifeline and that the lifeline is not being dragged up with the arrestor which would greatly increase the potential freefall Once at height if it is your intention to work below the lifelines anchorage you can still be protected by the fall arrestor However it is very important to always park the fall arrestor by moving it up the lifeline as far as you can reach to minimize potential free fall If you will be working on the structure away from the line below the anchorage attach to the fall protection system appropriate for and or designated for that area and detach from the fall arrestor Upon finishing work re attach to the fall arrestor and vertical lifeline detach from the work area system and climb down If the worker is still attached to the fall arrestor un park it unlock it off the lifeline and allow it to slide down the lifeline until it is hanging below you When climbing down with an automatic fall arrestor and vertical lifeline the weight of the
36. ated and all other work on the rig has ceased It is good work practice to follow a pre hoist checklist This will aid you in the steps to be performed before hoisting is safe to proceed e Visually inspect the lift as per the manufacturers recommendations as outlined within the pre hoist checklist e Inspect the hoist to be sure it is in good condition with no visible defects loose or missing hardware Check all hydraulic lines and fittings for leaks corrosion or wear and tighten or replace as necessary e Lock out selector switch in the man winch operations position e Follow all necessary functional tests to ensure winch is operating properly Pre Hoist JSA Discussion e Communications between the crew members is an essential part of the pre hoist operation Checks Topics need to be covered include Job Safety analysis e identify hazards and risk and the steps to reduce or eliminate those risks Assigning Crew Positions e Each member of the crew will have a role in raising an individual Winch Controller Doc C 7 Revision level 1 Effective Date 05 31 2012 Approved date 05 31 2012 Written by ST AO Checked by AO CE Approved by AO CHINOOK gill amd mw wu Must have a thorough understanding in operation of the controls and should never leave controls unattended The winch Controller must always have a visual bearing on the worker being hoisted to watch for hand signals and any pertinent safety issu
37. aut during the descent The rescuer will then connect the winch line to the workers Dorsal D ring using an appropriate sized and rated connector Once the winch line is connected to the fallen worker the tagline should be removed from the winch line and attached to the side or rear belt D ring of the fallen worker s harness If the workers harness only has a dorsal D ring attach to that D If the winch line s path of travel will take the worker away from the ladder or structure into the middle of the rig then the tagline can remain attached to the rescue pulley to aid in easing the worker into the proper lowering path However if it is necessary to pull the worker away from the structure during lowering operations the tagline should be removed from the rescue pulley to allow for a direct pull from the rig floor The winch will be used to lift the fallen worker only enough to detach his lanyard and then carefully lower him to the rig floor It is important that the speed is controlled to maintain safety Doc C 7 Revision level 1 Effective Date 05 31 2012 Approved date 05 31 2012 Written by ST AO Checked by AO CE Approved by AO CHINOOK d and mw wu At the base of the structure first aid personnel will take over and properly attend to and package the worker in a stretcher It is important that workers expected to package the worker put the fallen worker in a stretcher are properly trained
38. bove the fallen worker The tag line will provide two functions first to allow the rescuer to get a hold of the end of the winch line and then to keep the worker from entangling in the structure during lowering operations e The rescuer will anchor the secondary fall arrest system vertical lifeline on a suitable anchor point and remove the tagline from the rescue pulley leaving it attached to the winch line At this point the first rescuer will climb down to the floor to assist the haul team The tagline will be positioned so that the second rescuer can reach it and the winch line brought down to the second rescuer The winch line will be attached to the back D ring of the fallen worker using an appropriate sized and rated connector and the tag line will be attached to the belt high rear D ring Finally the second rescuer will have brought a rope grab with them and will now attach it to the vertical lifeline and the rear D ring of the fallen worker It is recommended that a worker at floor level hold the bottom end of the lifeline if possible to keep it out of the way and ensure it remains taut during the descent Doc C 7 Revision level 1 Effective Date 05 31 2012 Approved date 05 31 2012 Written by ST AO Checked by AO CE Approved by AO CHINOOK agile and mw Vw The winch will be used to lift the fallen worker only enough to detach his lanyard and then carefully lower him to the rig floor It
39. cally established for the work on the monkey board e Apredetermined engineered anchorage and anchor point will also be used for a positioning anchorage While Canadian legislation does not specify a requirement for a positioning anchorage OSHA Occupational Safety and Health Administration USA specifies that an anchorage for work positioning must meet a minimum strength requirement of 18 kN 3600 Ibs Body Support e ACSA full body harness designed for derrickmen will be required for this task This harness has an integral waist belt with a rear D ring on the belt for work positioning It is the recommendation of the CAODC and general industry practice Doc C 7 Revision level 1 Effective Date 05 31 2012 Approved date 05 31 2012 Written by ST AO Checked by AO CE Approved by AO CHINOOK gill and ai that all full body harnesses used with Self Retracting Lifelines must have an integral shock absorber attached to the dorsal D ring See appendix A for equipment approved by Chinook Drilling Connecting Means Workers will use the integral snap hook on the SRL cable to connect to the Harness In addition a positioning lanyard for attachment to the belt rear D ring will be required This lanyard will meet CSA standards for lanyards and will incorporate two integral snap hooks or other approved connectors Specialty Equipment CSA Approved Self Retracting Lifeline suitable in length to reach al
40. cannot exceed 1 m if the fall arrestor does not have a panic device then the total length cannot exceed 6 m y Climb to work area e Transfer to work area fall protection system or if working from the lifeline system park the arrestor raise it up and lock it onto the lifeline e When coming down reattach to the arrestor from the work area system or un park the arrestor allowing it to hang below you e Descend to the ground with the arrestor leading your descent 194 6 4 Rescue Rescue will be conducted using a pre engineered rope haul system or similar device and appropriate fall arrest for both rescuers and fallen worker See detail description of this procedure for rescue procedures 194 7 Fall Protection Procedure 7 Working on the Monkey Board or Rod Basket 194 7 1 Task Once at height workers will be required to work on the Monkey Board and protect themselves using the available system 194 7 2 Equipment e Full body harness Derrickman s Harness e positioning lanyard e SRL for monkey board and rod basket 194 7 3 Procedure e Inspect all equipment as per manufacturer s recommendations e Access the monkey board or rod basket as per proper climbing procedures e Switch to the board s SRL e Attach positioning lanyard to rear of the board adjusting for proper length Doc C 7 Revision level 1 Effective Date 05 31 2012 Approved date 05 31 2012 Written by ST AO Checked by AO CE Approved by A
41. ched to the opposite side D Once they have completed their work task they will return to the ladder or work platform in the same manner always ensuring that they have at least one leg attached to the structure at any time By using a tie back lanyard this process is simplified the design of a tie back lanyard is to allow the worker to combine both the lanyard and anchorage connector into a single unit With a tie back lanyard the worker will wrap the double leg lanyard around the structure and then attach the snap hook to the lanyards floating D ring Following that they will move to the next point wrap the second leg around the structure securing its snap hook to that leg s floating D Once secured the first leg can be detached and attached again farther down the structure Doc C 7 Revision level 1 Effective Date 05 31 2012 Approved date 05 31 2012 Written by ST AO Checked by AO CE Approved by AO CHINOOK gill mld mw wu NOTE It is very important that the maximum freefall is kept to the legal and manufacturer limits normally 6 feet this means that while climbing with a 6 lanyard it is critical that you maintain your anchor points at shoulder height or higher This means that if you are using a tie off adaptor or cable sling that hangs down from the anchorage 2 the anchorage must be at least 2 above your shoulder height 187 6 Rescue If a worker falls during climbing and the
42. ct the impact indicator where the snap hook attaches to the cable or webbing Ensure that switch on the retrieval SRL SRL to winch is in the SRL position Pull sharply on the SRL cable snap hook to ensure that the SRL will lock off Inspect the winch that it both raises and lowers and that all safety features dead man s brake over speed brake etc as set out in the user manual are functioning properly Inspect the winch snap hook to ensure it is functioning properly and takes two separate motions to open it Procedure Entry procedures will depend upon access into the confined space If the confined space is accessed with a fixed ladder then only a fall protection and rescue components will be utilized If the worker must be lowered into the confined space then both the SRL and the man rated winch must be used Where workers are lowered with the Rigs man rider system then those procedures should be followed This procedure deals with the fall protection retrieval requirements only and does not detail proper monitoring ventilation and or communication issues necessary for entry into a confined space Entry Permits will be required prior to entering into a confined space and a safety monitor must be in place anytime an individual enters into the confined space Rescue procedures are outlined for non entry rescue only refer to relevant confined space plan for entry rescue procedures Inspect then put on appropriate CSA approved full bod
43. d Ensure that when you attach to the anchorage you will not damage adjacent piping steam hydraulics power or structure Anchorages for fall arrest must be strong enough to withstand a minimum 22 2 kN force without failure Body Support Webbing should be free of any cuts or damage including major abrasion holes or burns Buckles should be functioning properly and not showing any signs of damage or distortion D rings should be free of cuts nicks or abrasion that could possibly damage webbing Connecting Means Inspect shock absorbers for signs of deployment impact indicator deployed shock material visibly torn and coming out of the shock pack Ensure that the shock absorber is sewn onto the connecting means ensure you can see the stitching forming the loop around the connector If shock absorber is on harness and is not sewn integral to the back D ring check to ensure that snap hook and D ring are free from defects cuts nicks abrasion and that the snap hook functions properly with the necessary two actions to open the hook gate Anchorage connectors Tie off adaptors should be inspected as per any web product Webbing should be free of any cuts or damage including major abrasion holes or burns Doc C 7 Revision level 1 Effective Date 05 31 2012 Approved date 05 31 2012 Written by ST AO Checked by AO CE Approved by AO CHINOOK Drilling Inc mw vu Ensur
44. d the rescuer will anchor the tagline s pulley thread it and lower the tagline to the workers below By this time the haul crew will have brought the rescue kit to the base of the structure below the fallen worker and workers will attach the rescue unit an anchor strap vertical lifeline automatic rope grab and appropriate connectors to the tagline A haul team whoever is available at the base of the structure will haul the rescue unit up to the rescuer Positioning himself above the worker the rescuer will anchor the haul system onto the structure as an anchorage ensuring there is sufficient distance to raise the worker enough to detach the double leg lanyard Then anchor the vertical lifeline on adjacent structure At this point the rescuer will remove the tagline pulley anchor strap and their positioning system and move back to the ladder The rescuer will climb down to the same level as the fallen worker move out to him using proper fall protection at all times and immediately assess the medical condition of the fallen worker and administer what first aid is appropriate Normally the extent of medical attention that can be administered at height is limited to stemming the flow of blood from an open wound The tagline Doc C 7 Revision level 1 Effective Date 05 31 2012 Approved date 05 31 2012 Written by ST AO Checked by AO CE Approved by AO CHINOOK mw VS will then be attached to the waist conn
45. d to and package the worker in a stretcher It is important that workers expected to package put the fallen worker in a stretcher are properly trained and that the medical condition of the fallen worker is immediately assessed to determine the best and most appropriate course of action 192 7 Reporting and Logging It is critical that any accident or fall is reported so that equipment and procedures can be properly evaluated Any piece of fall protection equipment that has seen the force of a fall must be immediately removed from service and inspected by a competent person prior to future use 193 0 Fall Protection Procedure 11 Confined Space entry 193 1 Task Workers will be required to enter into a confined space for the purpose of general maintenance or inspection The application of fall protection procedures ensures the safety of the worker entering the confined space and facilitates the legal requirement for rescue 193 2 Hazard Workers entering a confined space risk several hazards depending upon the atmosphere within the confined space the access methods and operations going on in the confined space Workers climbing a fixed ladder are faced with the risk of falling if they lose their footing or hand grip In addition the very nature of a confined space makes rescue should the worker become overcome more difficult 193 3 Equipment Anchorage e Prior to any worker entering a confined space a suitable platform anchorage shall be
46. deteannatenaegadaasann Rebel fele aa EUR 23 186 3 Equipment err rok rn e PX FPES ER SM aREXER I RE FE NER VER EEEM TEE ERR REM Aa 23 186 4 Pre use nspectlOh iui ern rd ERE ee Er eno eR rene Eon Ru EE nva d emu eua e exo nein vna 24 1396 5 Procedure rl 25 186 6 M ru 26 186 6 1 WINCH LINE RESCUE 55 52222 0 irn tabe et ra inen inea a nn aD Fen aea eR a PUn Pa Ure Reb RAGS 26 186 6 2 HAULSYSTEM RESCUE 5 i reete e rona ehe Ramo ea eaten nx na eani REL punk ax E Ra a TENAS 27 186 7 Reporting and Logging usus acecocta docs cus useracka duvEstebacumucka dues eEumxr aka du ME aU NENUE 28 187 0 Fall Protection Procedure 5 Climbing across the structure without an SRL 29 DABEI 29 187 2 Hazard uv e PH 29 187 3 Equipment e exe Ex RUPES RYUS PR ER SERERE UR ER ERN VENE a 29 187 4 Pre use Inspectlorn ir serrer E aN ae erus 30 187 5 Procedure uii RODA EN EDUARD a UDKUN UU PRU RUN UU NU DADO NUR UNUS 32 137 6 RESCUE i eenia pe tne A E e E E a a 33 187 6 1 WINCHLINE RESCUE 5 uoa an nea ne nna er nnno deeds sede a Ra eua ea DR PR PKT Dex ida 33 187 60 2 HAUL SYSTEM RESCUE 2 tee feierte pereo rnnt eroe Fear nara e eigo seo rra aea P rera a DER YR 34 1877 Reporttigand LOR ee uoo ooo eta rahi eree ee UR uo CE E Ue DU E EEES 35 188 0 Fall Protection Procedure 6 Climbing with vertical lifeline amp automatic fall arrestor 35 188 1 Tash ME 35 c EN clio PETRUM Umm 35
47. determined such that it will support CSA approved Tripod or Davit arm designed specifically for fall protection and rescue Body Support e ACSA full body harness suitable to the task conducted will be required Workers entering into the confined space should select the simplest harness available avoiding harnesses with multiple attachment points if not required and extra rigging that could potentially hinder a rescue from the confined space See appendix A for equipment approved by Chinook Drilling Doc C 7 Revision level 1 Effective Date 05 31 2012 Approved date 05 31 2012 Written by ST AO Checked by AO CE Approved by AO CHINOOK pwr VS Connecting Means e ACSA approved Tripod or Davit arm designed for the purpose of fall protection access and egress and rescue shall be used Workers will use the integral snap hook on the SRL winch cable to connect to the Harness Specialty Equipment e CSA Approved Self Retracting Lifeline w retrieval capability and or man rated personnel winch suitable in length to provide protection for the worker from the top of the entry to the expected work area without any extensions attached 193 4 Pre use inspection All fall protection equipment should be inspected prior to use as per manufacturer s instructions Anchorage e Ensure the platform for the tripod davit is stable and secure Body Support e Webbing should be free of any cuts or damage including major ab
48. dware as follows Webbing should be free of any cuts or damage including major abrasion holes or burns Inspect the lanyard snap hooks to ensure it takes two movements in order to open and that it automatically closes and locks Ensure snap hooks are free from rust and corrosion nicks dents or any sharp edges which may come into contact with webbing If the double leg lanyard is a tie back lanyard the worker must also ensure that the floating D ring is free from corrosion burs nicks and or sharp edges Positioning lanyards shall be inspected as above Inspect shock absorber for signs of deployment impact indicator deployed shock material visibly torn and coming out of the shock pack Doc C 7 Revision level 1 Effective Date 05 31 2012 Approved date 05 31 2012 Written by ST AO Checked by AO CE Approved by AO CHINOOK mw wu Ensure that the shock absorber is sewn onto the connecting means ensure you can see the stitching forming the loop around the connector e If shock absorber is on harness and is not sewn integral to the back D ring check to ensure that snap hook and D ring are free from defects cuts nicks abrasion and that the snap hook functions properly with the necessary two actions to open the hook gate Anchorage connectors Tie off adaptors Should be inspected as per any web product e Webbing should be free of any cuts or damage including major abrasion holes or
49. e D rings are free from rust and corrosion nicks dents or any sharp edges which may come into contact with webbing Cable slings 188 5 Cable slings should have a protective plastic coating that is intact without any breaks or major discolouration Inspect for kinks and or any breaks in the wire rope Ensure that the thimbles are present secure and not distorted or showing any damage out of shape loose in the wire rope Check to ensure that carabineers are free from defects cuts and nicks abrasion and that they function properly with the necessary two actions to open the gate and that the gate automatically closes and locks upon release Specialty Equipment Vertical lifelines are to be inspected for any cuts breaks kinks if cable 188 6 Ensure thimble and termination is secure splice or swage Inspect layerd construction to ensure there is no bunching or unravelling Looks for signs of material degradation stiff fibres excessive dirt cracking sounds when flexed Vertical lifelines should be finished with a CSA approved connector on one end and should be free of any knots and or splices save for the end termination Inspect the fall arrestor to ensure it will lock onto the lifeline and that it cannot accidentally be removed Move the slider up and down ensuring that it moves freely and does not bind unnecessarily on the lifeline Procedure Inspect all fall protection components as per manufacturer s
50. e without an SRL It is important to note that the risk associated with Swing Fall is increased the farther away the worker gets from directly below the SRL Once the worker is at their desired work area they will take the positioning lanyard which will have one end snap hook attached to their side D ring and wrap the lanyard around an adjacent structure adjusting the distance by the number of wraps on the structure Current Canadian legislation does not limit the maximum allowable freefall with a positioning system however OSHA identifies that the maximum freefall with a work positioning system is 2 Care should be taken to ensure that there are no sharp edges Once wrapped the loose end will be attached to the opposite side hip D Rescue As the worker is moving away from the anchor point the natural tendency will be to swing back below the anchor point swing fall If the workers swing is not impeded they will be hanging directly below the anchor point at the ladder In that case the rescue procedure and equipment will be the same as previous rescue procedures where the worker is suspended at the ladder position However if the workers swing is impeded and comes to a stop away from the ladder the following procedure will need to be followed If a worker falls during climbing and he cannot reach the ladder and or rescue himself the rig rescue plan will need to be put into effect Rescue is conducted by trained indiv
51. e from defects cuts nicks abrasion and that the snap hook functions properly with the necessary two actions to open the hook gate Anchorage connectors Tie off adaptors should be inspected as per any web product Webbing should be free of any cuts or damage including major abrasion holes or burns Ensure D rings are free from rust and corrosion nicks dents or any sharp edges which may come into contact with webbing Cable slings Cable slings should have a protective plastic coating that is intact without any breaks or major discolouration Inspect for kinks and or any breaks in the wire rope Ensure that the thimbles are present secure and not distorted or showing any damage out of shape loose in the wire rope Doc C 7 Revision level 1 Effective Date 05 31 2012 Approved date 05 31 2012 Written by ST AO Checked by AO CE Approved by AO CHINOOK adi amd mw wu Specialty Equipment 187 5 e Not applicable Procedure Inspect all fall protection components as per manufacturer s recommendations If any piece of equipment fails the pre use inspection that equipment shall be removed from service until a formal inspection by a competent person has been conducted and the equipment is either destroyed repaired or returned to service Workers will have a full body harness on and previously inspected Attach the double leg lanyard to the back dorsal D ring if it is
52. e rig structure itself will be used for a positioning anchorage While Canadian legislation does not specify a requirement for a positioning anchorage OSHA Occupational Safety and Health Administration USA specifies that an anchorage for work positioning must meet a minimum strength requirement of 18 kN 3600 Ibs Body Support A CSA full body harness suitable to the task conducted at height will be required Workers should use a general purpose harness for this task It is the recommendation of the CAODC and general industry practice that all full body harnesses used with Self Retracting Lifelines must have an integral shock absorber attached to the dorsal D ring See appendix A for equipment approved by Chinook Drilling It is important that the Connecting means used matches the connection point on the harness Connecting Means Workers will use a six foot shock absorbing lanyard to work from a secondary platform The snap hooks will be sufficiently sized to connect to an anchorage connector s D ring Ensuring compatibility of hardware is critical to the function of this system and the safety of the worker The lanyard must be connected directly to the Dorsal D ring of the harness no extensions or harness shock absorbers Appropriate anchorage connectors will be necessary to attach to the rig structure Properly sized tie off adaptors or cable slings are required to provide this connection Alternatively a tie back lanyard will
53. ection of the fallen workers harness side or preferably rear belt high e The rescuer will attach the haul system to the workers dorsal D ring as well as the connector for the rope grab which has been attached to the vertical lifeline e Workers on the rig floor will lift the fallen worker enough to enable the rescuer to detach the fallen worker s double leg lanyard and then carefully lower him to the structures base The tagline will be used to keep the worker off of the ladder rungs and or getting caught up in adjacent structure It is recommended that a worker at the base of the structure hold the bottom end of the lifeline if possible to keep it out of the way and ensure it remains taut during the descent e At the base of the structure first aid personnel will take over and properly attend to and package the worker in a stretcher It is important that workers expected to package put the fallen worker in a stretcher are properly trained and that the medical condition of the fallen worker is immediately assessed to determine the best and most appropriate course of action 187 7 Reporting and Logging It is critical that any accident or fall is reported so that equipment and procedures can be properly evaluated Any piece of fall protection equipment that has seen the force of a fall must be immediately removed from service and inspected by a competent person prior to future use 188 0 Fall Protection Procedure 6 Climbing with v
54. edical condition of the fallen worker is immediately assessed to determine the best and most appropriate course of action 186 6 2 Haul System Rescue Using proper fall protection techniques as outlined within this document one rescuer will immediately climb the rig with a rope tagline rescue pulley or similar sheave anchor strap and positioning lanyard attached to his harness The rescuer will need to move to the worker from the ladder this will require them to move across the face of the rig using appropriate fall protection Due to the time necessary to travel from the ladder to the worker the rescuer will stop at the same level of the fallen worker to make a visual assessment of their condition Once their condition is established the rescuer will proceed to the level above the worker move out across the face of the rig till they are directly above the fallen worker Once properly positioned using the positioning lanyard the rescuer will anchor the tagline s pulley thread it and lower the tagline to the workers below By this time the haul crew will have brought the rescue kit to the base of the structure below the fallen worker and workers will attach the rescue unit an anchor strap and appropriate connectors to the tagline A haul team whoever is available at the base of the structure will haul the rescue unit up to the rescuer who will anchor it above the fallen worker ensuring there is sufficient distance to raise the worker enough
55. eline leading the worker It is important that workers are not lowered faster than the fall arrestor or that they do not try to move too far from the vertical line below the anchorage causing the fall arrestor to lock off and impede the workers progress Upon reaching the lower level the worker should detach from the lifeline and return the equipment to its storage location Doc C 7 Revision level 1 Effective Date 05 31 2012 Approved date 05 31 2012 Written by ST AO Checked by AO CE Approved by AO CHINOOK pwr VS 192 5 4 Raising operations e It is the policy of Chinook Drilling that workers using the Braden Gearmatic winch for the purpose of hoisting personnel follow the following operational procedures Always refer to manufacturer specifications and formal training documentation for additional and specific procedures 192 5 5 Training e Itis critical that prior to operating or participating in personnel hoisting operations workers are properly trained in the procedures and hazards associated with raising operations Chinook Drilling maintains a training program for this procedure and the winch used Please contact your supervisor to receive the proper training Safe Work Permit e Prior to any man lift operations a safe work permit must be initiated You will find the safe work permits within the dog house Pre Hoist Checks e Pre hoist checks will not begin until the safe work permit has been initi
56. em and move back to the ladder The rescuer will climb down to the same level as the fallen worker move out to him using proper fall protection at all times and immediately assess the medical condition of the fallen worker and administer what first aid is appropriate Normally the extent of medical attention that can be administered at height is limited to stemming the flow of blood from an open wound The tagline will then be attached to the waist connection of the fallen workers harness side or preferably rear belt high The rescuer will attach the haul system to the workers dorsal D ring as well as the connector for the rope grab which has been attached to the vertical lifeline if necessary Workers on the rig floor will lift the fallen worker enough to enable the rescuer to detach the fallen worker s loaded fall arrestor and then carefully lower him to the structures base The tagline will be used to keep the worker off of the ladder rungs and or getting caught up in adjacent structure It is recommended Doc C 7 Revision level 1 Effective Date 05 31 2012 Approved date 05 31 2012 Written by ST AO Checked by AO CE Approved by AO CHINOOK pwr VS that a worker at the base of the structure hold the bottom end of the lifeline if possible to keep it out of the way and ensure it remains taut during the descent e At the base of the structure first aid personnel will take over and properly atten
57. equipment shall be removed from service until a formal inspection by a competent person has been conducted and the equipment is either destroyed repaired or returned to service e If the harness is supplied with an integral shock absorber already attached to the harnesses dorsal D ring attach SRL snap hook to the shock absorbers D ring If the harness is not supplied with an integral shock absorber attach the SRL snap hook to the dorsal D of the harness e Climb at an appropriate rate of speed so as not to climb up faster than the unit can retrieve cable and down fast enough to lock off the unit Proper climbing requires that three points of contact are on the ladder at all times e When you have reached your work platform attach to the fall protection system appropriate for and or designated for that area and detach from the SRL If other workers are required to climb to height the SRL must be reattached to the tagline and retracted into its housing If you will be the only worker at height then the SRLs snap hook can be attached to the ladder or an accessible connection point to be available for your climb down Upon finishing work re attach to the SRL detach from the work area fall arrest system and climb down once off the ladder detach the SRL snap hook from the harness reattach the tagline and allow the cable to slowly retract into the housing e Ensure that the tagline is tied off and out of the way e Return the harness
58. er s recommendations If any piece of equipment fails the pre use inspection that equipment shall be removed from service until a formal inspection by a competent person has been conducted and the equipment is either destroyed repaired or returned to service Put on appropriate CSA approved full body harness Doc C 7 Revision level 1 Effective Date 05 31 2012 Approved date 05 31 2012 Written by ST AO Checked by AO CE Approved by AO CHINOOK gill and mw wu 192 5 1 Using an SRL If the existing SRL is available and can safely be used with the winch does not rub on any sharp edges then the worker will need to ensure they can access the tagline from the drilling floor If a separate SRL is to be installed workers must select an appropriate anchorage use 100 fall protection at all times during installation and install the anchorage connector SRL and tagline 192 5 2 Lifeline installation Using 100 fall protection Access the anchorage and install the appropriate anchorage connector Attach the vertical lifeline to the anchorage connector using the end that has an integral connector snap hook or carabineer Allow the lifeline to hang directly below the anchorage and ensure the length of the lifeline comes within 1 2 meters of the landing platform Once installed it is recommended that a weight be attached to the lower end of the lifeline to keep it taut 192 5 3 Using the Fall Arrestor A
59. eration see manufacturers requirements for personnel hoisting Workers at the rig floor will attach the tag line to the winch line s connector and the connector shall be raised to the rescuer The tag line will provide two functions first to allow the rescuer to get a hold of the end of the line and then to keep the worker from entangling in the structure during lowering operations The winch line will be connected to the workers Dorsal D ring using an appropriate sized and rated connector Once the winch line is connected to the fallen worker the tagline should be removed from the winch line and attached to the side or rear belt D ring of the fallen worker s harness If the workers harness only has a dorsal D ring attach to that D If the winch line s path of travel will take the worker away from the ladder or structure into the middle of the rig then the tagline can remain attached to the rescue pulley to aid in easing the worker into the proper lowering path However if it is necessary to pull the worker away from the structure during lowering operations the tagline should be removed from the rescue pulley to allow for a direct pull from the rig floor e The winch will be used to lift the fallen worker only enough to unlock his SRL and then carefully lower him to the rig floor It is important that the speed is controlled so that the SRL does not lock off during descent e At the base of the structure first aid personnel w
60. ertical lifeline amp automatic fall arrestor 188 1 Task Workers will be required to vertically move on the rig either climbing or being hoisted using a vertical lifeline and automatic fall arrester as a secondary system 188 2 Hazard Workers climbing or being hoisted on or around the rig are faced with the risk of falling if their primary support system fails lose their footing or hand grip or the hoist system fails Doc C 7 Revision level 1 Effective Date 05 31 2012 Approved date 05 31 2012 Written by ST AO Checked by AO CE Approved by AO CHINOOK mw VS 188 3 Equipment Anchorage e The vertical lifeline will be used as a secondary fall protection system either in a rescue or during normal operations Most legislation requires an uncertified anchorage for fall protection must be capable of withstanding a minimum impact of 22 2 kN 5000 pounds without failure As a rule of thumb the worker must ensure that the anchorage used will be capable of holding the weight of a ton truck Body Support e ACSA full body harness suitable to the task conducted at height will be required It is important to note that the suitability of the harness must take into account the task undertaken by the worker As a minimum to attach to the fall arrestor the harness must meet an A classification which has a rear dorsal D ring for attachment of the fall arrest system See appendix A for equipment appr
61. es Tag Line Spotter Manoeuvres the tag lines and rider to ensure the cables are not twisted and prevents the rider from spinning He will keep his eyes on the man hoisted looking for potential hazards to alert the controller to stop Crew communication is paramount in any personnel hoisting operation Emergency Response plan Providing a means of rescue is necessary when lifting personnel Any safety equipment requirements Riding the winch Personnel being hoisted must use the proper approved harness and connectors for being raised The rider will be connected to the winch with either a Bolt Type Anchor Shackle or a large carabineer Both types of connectors must be rated for personnel hoisting Connection to the harness shall be via the front chest ring of a cross over harness or via the suspension D rings on a bosons chair See appendix for approved harnesses Connection to the hoist shall depend upon the hoist itself If the hoist is used exclusively for man riding a finished eye will be available at the end of the hoist line for man riding applications If the winch is used for material hoisting as well as personnel hoisting the worker must connect to the finished eye connected to the material hook Connection must be made directly to the cable and not to anything else Personnel being raised must have a separate fall arrest system that is anchored separate to the winch line Fall protection gear must be inspected as pe
62. essing the area for rescue must use proper fall protection procedures as outlined within this document Doc C 7 Revision level 1 Effective Date 05 31 2012 Approved date 05 31 2012 Written by ST AO Checked by AO CE Approved by AO CHINOOK Drilling Inc pad 194 9 Fall Protection Procedure 9 Working with a Horizontal Lifeline 194 9 1 Task Workers will be required to horizontally move across the rig or structure using a horizontal lifeline and appropriate connecting means 194 9 2 Equipment e CSA approved full body harness e Appropriate length single or double leg shock absorbing lanyard as specified by horizontal designer 194 9 3 Procedure NOTE Remember to always use 100 fall protection in the installation of horizontal lifelines and during access to the lifeline e Inspect then put on appropriate CSA approved full body harness e Inspect and attach lifeline as per designer manufacturer specifications e Attach lanyard to rear dorsal D ring of harness and then to lifeline e Move horizontally or vertically if lifeline incorporates SRL 194 9 4 Rescue Rescue for a fallen worker using a horizontal lifeline will depend upon the lifelines location and what adjacent structure is available for anchorage points 194 10 Fall Protection Procedure 10 Raising Personnel with a Man Rated Winch for General Operations or Rescue 194 10 1 Task Workers will be required to be raised on a m
63. evel 1 Effective Date 05 31 2012 Approved date 05 31 2012 Written by ST AO Checked by AO CE Approved by AO CHINOOK pill amd mw wu Ensure snap hooks are free from rust and corrosion nicks dents or any sharp edges that may come into contact with webbing Inspect shock absorber for signs of deployment impact indicator deployed shock material visibly torn and coming out of the shock pack Ensure that the shock absorber is sewn onto the connecting means ensure you can see the stitching forming the loop around the connector If shock absorber is on harness and is not sewn integral to the back D ring check to ensure that snap hook and D ring are free from defects cuts nicks abrasion and that the snap hook functions properly with the necessary two actions to open the hook gate Specialty Equipment 185 5 Not applicable Procedure e Inspect all fall protection components as per manufacturer s recommendations If any piece of equipment fails the pre use inspection that equipment shall be removed from service until a formal inspection by a competent person has been conducted and the equipment is either destroyed repaired or returned to service e Put on appropriate CSA approved full body harness e Attach the double leg lanyard to the back dorsal D ring if it is a shock absorbing lanyard or the Harness shock absorber if it is a non shock absorbing lanyard Attach the t
64. fall arrestor will keep it moving down the lifeline leading the worker It is important that workers do not climb down faster than the fall arrestor or that they do not try to climb too far from the vertical line below the anchorage causing the fall arrestor to lock off and impede the workers progress Upon reaching the lower level the worker should detach from the lifeline and return the equipment to its storage location Rescue If a worker falls during climbing or work operations while using the vertical lifeline and automatic fall arrestor and they cannot reach the ladder and or rescue themselves the rig rescue plan will need to be put into effect Rescue is conducted by trained individuals utilizing a winch line when not being hoisted or a pre engineered rope hauls system when being hoisted or similar device Doc C 7 Revision level 1 Effective Date 05 31 2012 Approved date 05 31 2012 Written by ST AO Checked by AO CE Approved by AO CHINOOK gill mld mw wu 188 7 1 Winch line Rescue Using proper fall protection techniques as outlined within this document one rescuer will immediately climb the rig with a rope tagline rescue pulley or similar sheave anchor strap and positioning lanyard attached to his harness The rescuer will need to move to the worker from the ladder this will require them to move across the face of the rig using appropriate fall protection The rescuer will stop at the s
65. h rescuers and fallen worker See detail description of this procedure for rescue procedures 194 2 Fall Protection Procedure 2 Climbing without an SRL 194 2 1 Task Workers will be required to vertically climb the structure using the structures ladder without an SRL Workers will protect themselves using a double leg lanyard 194 2 2 Equipment e Full body harness general purpose e Double leg lanyard e Anchorage will be the ladder rungs 194 2 3 Anchorage Workers will use the ladder rungs themselves as anchorage for the twin 194 2 4 Procedure e Inspect then put on appropriate CSA approved full body harness e Inspect and attach double leg lanyard to harness e Attach the two legs of the lanyard to the ladder rungs one at eye level and one as high as you can reach e Climb one or two steps then reposition lanyard legs always ensuring that at least one of the lanyard legs is at shoulder height or higher to minimize free fall NOTE It is very important that the maximum freefall is kept to the legal and manufacturer limits normally 6 feet this means that while climbing with a 6 lanyard it is critical that you maintain at least one of your anchor points at shoulder height or higher Doc C 7 Revision level 1 Effective Date 05 31 2012 Approved date 05 31 2012 Written by ST AO Checked by AO CE Approved by AO Drilling Inc P m 194 2 5 Rescue Rescue will be conducted using a pre enginee
66. harness must meet an A classification which has a rear dorsal D ring for attachment of the fall arrest system See appendix A for equipment approved by Chinook Drilling As specified by the horizontal system manufacturer designer the specified Body support for this horizontal fall protection system shall be a CSA Class full body harness It is important that the Connecting means used matches the connection point on the harness Connecting Means The choice of connecting means will be dependent upon the design of the horizontal and its placement relative to the dorsal D ring of the worker The length of the connecting means will also be determined by the design of the horizontal system As specified by the horizontal system manufacturer designer the specified connecting means for this horizontal fall protection system shall be Doc C 7 Revision level 1 Effective Date 05 31 2012 Approved date 05 31 2012 Written by ST AO Checked by AO CE Approved by AO CHINOOK pwr VS Shall not exceed m inlength and shall include a shock absorber to reduce the force to below 4 kN 900 lbs Appropriate anchorage connectors as specified by the horizontal manufacturer designer will be necessary to attach to the rig structure Specialty Equipment e Horizontal lifeline as specified by the manufacturer e CSA Approved Self Retracting Lifeline length specified by the manufacturer designer of the horizontal
67. hen put on appropriate CSA approved full body harness e Install fall arrest lifeline or retrieve SRL snap hook e Attach winch line to front suspension points e Raise and lower as required parking arrestor if used when at height 194 10 4 Rescue Rescue will be conducted using a pre engineered rope haul system or similar device and appropriate fall arrest for both rescuers and fallen worker See detail description of this procedure for rescue procedures 194 11 Fall Protection Procedure 11 Confined Space Entry 194 11 1 Task Workers will be required to enter into a confined space for the purpose of general maintenance or inspection The application of fall protection procedures ensures the safety of the worker entering the confined space and facilitates the legal requirement for rescue 194 11 2 Hazard Workers entering a confined space risk several hazards depending upon the atmosphere within the confined space the access methods and operations going on in the confined space Workers climbing a fixed ladder are faced with the risk of falling if they lose their footing or hand grip In addition the very nature of a confined space makes rescue should the worker become overcome more difficult Doc C 7 Revision level 1 Effective Date 05 31 2012 Approved date 05 31 2012 Written by ST AO Checked by AO CE Approved by AO CHINOOK Drilling Inc pwr VS 194 11 3 Equipment e Full body harnes
68. iduals utilizing a winch line pre engineered rope haul system or similar device 1 Winch line Rescue Using proper fall protection techniques as outlined within this document one rescuer will immediately climb the rig with a rope tagline rescue pulley or similar sheave anchor strap and positioning lanyard attached to his harness The rescuer will need to move to the worker from the ladder this will require them to move across the face of the rig using appropriate fall protection The rescuer will stop at the same level of the fallen worker move across the rig to the worker and properly position themselves using the positioning lanyard Once the fallen worker s condition is established the rescuer will administer what first aid is appropriate Normally the extent of medical attention that can be administered at height is limited to stemming the flow of blood from an open wound The rescuer will then anchor the tagline s pulley thread it and lower the tagline to the workers below By this time the haul crew will have prepared the winch for the rescue operation see manufacturers requirements for personnel hoisting Workers at the rig floor will Doc C 7 Revision level 1 Effective Date 05 31 2012 Approved date 05 31 2012 Written by ST AO Checked by AO CE Approved by AO CHINOOK ad amd ai attach the tag line to the winch line s connector and the connector shall be raised to the rescuer The tag
69. ill take over and properly attend to and package the worker in a stretcher It is important that workers expected to package the worker put the fallen worker in a stretcher are properly trained and that the medical condition of the fallen worker is immediately assessed to determine the best and most appropriate course of action 184 6 2 Haul System Rescue Using proper fall protection techniques as outlined within this document one rescuer will immediately climb the rig with a rope tagline rescue pulley or similar sheave anchor strap and positioning lanyard attached to his harness Once properly secured using the positioning lanyard the rescuer will immediately assess the medical condition of the fallen worker and administer what first aid is appropriate Normally the extent of medical attention that can be administered at height is limited to stemming the flow of blood from an open wound The tagline will be looped through a pulley anchored to the ladder or adjacent structure and the tagline will be lowered to the workers below By this time the haul crew will have brought the rescue kit to the base of the structure below the fallen worker and workers will attach the rescue unit an anchor strap and appropriate connectors to the tagline A haul team whoever is available at the base of the structure will haul the Doc C 7 Revision level 1 Effective Date 05 31 2012 Approved date 05 31 2012 Written by ST AO Checked by AO CE A
70. ing fall protection procedures described within this document Due to the time necessary to travel from the ladder to the worker the rescuer will stop at the same level of the fallen worker to make a visual assessment of their condition Once their condition is established the rescuer will proceed to the level above the worker move out across the structure till they are directly above the fallen worker Once properly positioned using the positioning lanyard the rescuer will anchor the tagline s pulley thread it and lower the tagline to the workers below By this time the haul crew will have brought the rescue kit to the base of the structure below the fallen worker and workers will attach the rescue unit an anchor strap vertical lifeline automatic rope grab and appropriate connectors to the tagline NB If the fallen worker was using an SRL the need for the vertical lifeline will not be necessary as the worker will still be protected by their SRL during rescue operations A haul team whoever is available at the base of the structure will haul the rescue unit up to the rescuer Positioning himself above the worker the rescuer will anchor the haul system onto the structure as an anchorage ensuring there is sufficient distance to raise the worker enough to detach the current fall arrestor Then anchor the new vertical lifeline on adjacent structure At this point the rescuer will remove the tagline pulley anchor strap and their positioning syst
71. is important that the speed is controlled to maintain safety At the base of the structure first aid personnel will take over and properly attend to and package the worker in a stretcher It is important that workers expected to package the worker put the fallen worker in a stretcher are properly trained and that the medical condition of the fallen worker is immediately assessed to determine the best and most appropriate course of action 189 6 3 Haul System Rescue Using proper fall protection techniques as described within this document one rescuer will immediately climb the rig with a rope tagline rescue pulley or similar sheave anchor strap and positioning lanyard attached to his harness The first rescuer will immediately climb to the crown to set up the rescue system While he is setting up the rescue system a second rescuer will climb using appropriate fall protection to the monkey board to establish contact with the fallen worker in order to assess their medical condition and assist with the rescue operation Normally the extent of medical attention that can be administered at height is limited to stemming the flow of blood from an open wound Once properly positioned and protected at the crown the first rescuer will anchor the tagline s pulley thread it and lower the tagline to the workers below By this time the haul crew will have brought the rescue kit to the base of the structure below the fallen worker and workers will att
72. k itself If the double leg lanyard used has an integral shock absorber then it must be connected directly to the Dorsal D ring of the harness no extensions or harness shock absorbers If the double leg lanyard used does not have an integral shock absorber then it must be connected to the harness integral shock absorber e Specialty Equipment Not applicable 185 4 Pre use inspection All fall protection equipment should be inspected prior to use as per manufacturer s instructions Anchorage e The ladder rungs should be inspected for their suitability for an anchorage ensuring they are strong enough and properly attached to the ladder rails Questionable rungs should not be used e Wherever possible each leg of the double leg lanyard should be attached to a separate rung as anchorage Body Support e Webbing should be free of any cuts or damage including major abrasion holes or burns e Buckles should be functioning properly and not showing any signs of damage or distortion e D rings should be free of cuts nicks or abrasion that could possibly damage webbing Connecting Means e Double leg lanyard with integral shock absorber should be checked for webbing and hardware as follows Webbing should be free of any cuts or damage including major abrasion holes or burns Inspect the lanyard snap hooks to ensure it takes two movements in order to open and that it automatically closes and locks Doc C 7 Revision l
73. l areas of the monkey board including the rig ladder in order to facilitate the exchange from ladder to monkey board 189 4 Pre use Inspection All fall protection equipment should be inspected prior to use as per manufacturer s instructions Anchorage The SRL will be pre installed and the anchorage will be inspected prior to rig up Body Support Webbing should be free of any cuts or damage including major abrasion holes or burns Buckles should be functioning properly and not showing any signs of damage or distortion D rings should be free of cuts nicks or abrasion that could possibly damage webbing Connecting Means If shock absorber is not sewn integral to the back D ring check to ensure that snap hook and D ring are free from defects cuts nicks abrasion and that the snap hook functions properly with the necessary two actions to open the hook gate Ensure that the shock absorber is sewn onto the connecting means ensure you can see the stitching forming the loop around the connector Inspect shock absorber for signs of deployment impact indicator deployed shock material visibly torn and coming out of the shock pack snap hook as per SRL The positioning lanyard will either be constructed of webbing or layed rope and should be inspected for damage as per that material Doc C 7 Revision level 1 Effective Date 05 31 2012 Approved date 05 31 2012 Written by ST AO Checked by AO CE Ap
74. lifeline 191 4 Pre use inspection All fall protection equipment should be inspected prior to use as per manufacturer s instructions Anchorage e Anchorages must be inspected to ensure that they do not have sharp edges that would cut or damage the Anchorage Connector used e Ensure that when you attach to the anchorage you will not damage adjacent piping steam hydraulics power or structure e Anchorages must meet the requirements of the manufacturer designer of the horizontal system Body Support e Webbing should be free of any cuts or damage including major abrasion holes or burns e Buckles should be functioning properly and not showing any signs of damage or distortion e D rings should be free of cuts nicks or abrasion that could possibly damage webbing Connecting Means e Inspect shock absorbers for Signs of deployment e impact indicator deployed e shock material visibly torn and coming out of the shock pack Ensure that the shock absorber is sewn onto the connecting means ensure you can see the stitching forming the loop around the connector Doc C 7 Revision level 1 Effective Date 05 31 2012 Approved date 05 31 2012 Written by ST AO Checked by AO CE Approved by AO CHINOOK pwr VS e If shock absorber is on harness and is not sewn integral to the back D ring check to ensure that snap hook and D ring are free from defects cuts nicks abrasion and that the snap ho
75. ll be raised to the rescuer to be installed above the fallen worker The tag line will provide two functions first to allow the rescuer to get a hold of the end of the winch line and then to keep the worker from entangling in the structure during lowering operations The rescuer will anchor the secondary fall arrest system vertical lifeline on a suitable anchor point Then return to the worker to attach the connector for the rope grab which has been attached to the vertical lifeline to the workers dorsal D It is recommended that a worker at floor level hold the bottom end of the lifeline if possible to keep it out of the way and ensure it remains taut during the descent The rescuer will then connect the winch line to the workers Dorsal D ring using an appropriate sized and rated connector Once the winch line is connected to the fallen worker the tagline should be removed from the winch line and attached to the Doc C 7 Revision level 1 Effective Date 05 31 2012 Approved date 05 31 2012 Written by ST AO Checked by AO CE Approved by AO CHINOOK gill and ai side or rear belt D ring of the fallen worker s harness If the workers harness only has a dorsal D ring attach to that D If the winch line s path of travel will take the worker away from the ladder or structure into the middle of the rig then the tagline can remain attached to the rescue pulley to aid in easing the worker in
76. looped through a pulley anchored to the ladder or adjacent structure and the tagline will be lowered to the workers below By this time the workers below will have prepared the winch for the rescue operation see manufacturers requirements for personnel hoisting Workers at the rig floor will attach the tag line to the winch line s connector and will have a secondary fall arrest system available SRL or Rope Grab and vertical lifeline the secondary fall arrest system shall be raised to the rescuer to be installed above the fallen worker The tag line will provide two functions first to allow the rescuer to get a hold of the end of the winch line and then to keep the worker from entangling in the structure during lowering operations e Positioning himself above the worker the rescuer will anchor the secondary fall arrest system vertical lifeline on a suitable anchor point Then return to the worker to attach the connector for the rope grab which has been attached to the vertical lifeline to the workers dorsal D It is recommended that a worker at floor level hold the bottom end of the lifeline if possible to keep it out of the way and ensure it remains taut during the descent e The winch line will be connected to the workers Dorsal D ring using an appropriate sized and rated connector Once the winch line is connected to the fallen worker the Doc C 7 Revision level 1 Effective Date 05 31 2012 Approved date 05 31 2012 W
77. ls Cera dvd EON 70 194 2 3 ANCHORAGE cenis eder reno tea den eee neu xe ux oe FRE Ee uuo EOS 70 Doc C 7 Revision level 1 Effective Date 05 31 2012 Approved date 05 31 2012 Written by ST AO Checked by Approved by A O CHINOOK mw wu 194 24 PROCEDURE igiccierccsciieseciestacsiicalanieiesancanicatanadttaiacec sectasideessaectecateiaddestaeadecatniesiads 70 1942 5 JRESCUE uices enit eue Cn eivccansganecnnceaoacenstiocdensecaaunns aA RAA EAEEREN NOE ATESA 71 194 3 Fall Protection Procedure 3 Climbing with a fixed ladder safety system 71 19431 ENEU qv CD 71 aoreet e 71 T9433 MEM forno ic Q2 71 T9834 RESCUE e 71 194 4 Fall Protection Procedure 4 Climbing and Working on the rig with an SRL 72 1944 1 TASKS ER GER SEEN GER REN SRERGREU ERR ERNEUERURE UK EREMERC MERE NE CREER ER ER UAE C ERU ERE 72 19442 EQUIPMENIT oido E emite eunte re P tene oes ue te tena in t eatietetenedecehltediie 72 194 4 3 Wiieaziil i aS 72 194 4 4 js 72 194 5 Fall Protection Procedure 5 Climbing across the structure without an SRL 72 OOSCAMEEETI Pero EE E E E 72 194 5 7 EQUIPMENT mossie N RA 72 194 53 PROCEDURE erain E O E E E E O 73 AE A RESCUE e 73 194 6 Fall Protection Procedure 6 Climbing with a vertical lifeline and automatic fall arr stor rope grab acosesditudt Srati
78. nnanie naa adanscnsrm dna badge euneinogiends ARa AARNE a ia nip Sua Taaak 73 194 6 1 TASK anmai ariani ini ea aE AAEE E AAA EEE a Na aE 73 194 6 2 EQUIPMENT oie terii Det I een nep tea Deed eoue i pen aera eate hte end a De aene Roo Qe Pi fou 73 194 6 3 PROGCEDURE 2 ener odds nected aia ea devine nian PORTET RAA 74 194 6 4 RESCUE aides Ua pA dua ee ue aUa ua Ri RUN epu ERA Re Ern ERR ae 74 194 7 Fall Protection Procedure 7 Working on the Monkey Board or Rod Basket 74 pon MEER morc cem 74 194 7 2 EQUIPMENT 53 repe E RASEN PRESA DOR ESTRENA SO PHAUDOR SER NI REIS OT 74 194 7 3 PROCEDURE EUNDUM 74 104 744 RESCUE 2 ici ea iq ret dn e gii ea a au a EAR EEE PR n RR 75 194 8 Fall Protection Procedure 8 Working on the rig structure from another secondary platform portable ladder vehicle eeeeeeeeeeneeenenns 75 ODE XE E M 75 194 8 2 EQUIPMENT 2 ce ERES RSS EX E EROR E ERORRGER UTR ERG RRERUVER ERU RUERUEEE E 75 Doc C 7 Revision level 1 Effective Date 05 31 2012 Approved date 05 31 2012 Written by ST AO Checked by Approved by A O CHINOOK mw VS 194 8 3 PROCEDURE miissen sectasiibessaectecateiaddestaeadecetiewtad 75 1948 4 FESCUE ecc R 75 194 9 Fall Protection Procedure 9 Working with a Horizontal Lifeline 76 1949 11 s TASK qr crm 76 194 9 2 EQUIPMENT ccc ca e aee ax En a eo xor ae ek EEEE TAES 76
79. nnn 54 TOUS Mo LOT 55 TOTS 1 LIFELINE INSTALLATION 2 2 cci cotton reo meinen ma ern rod na eo cerdo nere 56 191 6 ReSCte iiiuisiiei ie eese te eae thea nep coaddanecaneced cube quae abo a eei a epe due dnd 56 191 7 Reporting and Logging oisi oan nce SUN e nU e IEUNO scusa Snc U ISI n MESE K E RUM MUNDUS 56 192 0 Fall Protection Procedure 10 raising personnel with a man rated winch for general operations go uii zio nte c 56 MEC rr 56 Doc C 7 Revision level 1 Effective Date 05 31 2012 Approved date 05 31 2012 Written by ST AO Checked by Approved by A O CHINOOK mw VS 2022 AZANG sieni inito bp OA a a aa aaa aa Eaa aA aa 57 192 3 MEE Serie 57 192 4 Pre use inspection eeeeeieeeeeeeeeeeeneeeee enne nnne nennen nnne nnne nnn nennen nene 58 192 5 Procedure T re 60 19251 WSINGAN SRL ue n t ERA UR tam UE a dead tae eee 61 192 5 2 LIFELINE INSTALLATION ccena ere denne hb ete tesa keep teu cea na a 61 192 5 3 USING THE FALL ARRESTOR cioe oap oe eor ee Ea dee Re xo ene ax vue ee npa dee ne eux vua aee KAS 61 192 5 4 RAISING OPERATIONS 55 acc eit reor age ew eo mto e nes eu rec aan ree sucre tat ENa 62 192 5 5 IX dre EU 62 192 6 aM 64 192 7 Reporting and Logging cps cunieopsuonsechadasicepducaneensdass Pob dusk c ach aeaddeptucsuceh
80. ns to retrieval the worker is cranked out of the confined space taking care not to hook the entrant on anything including machinery and or the ladder rungs If it is necessary to enter the confined space additional workers must be called out as per emergency procedures for entry rescue Doc C 7 Revision level 1 Effective Date 05 31 2012 Approved date 05 31 2012 Written by ST AO Checked by AO CE Approved by AO
81. ocation of installation It is recognized that the horizontal system is being utilized to either restrict movement such that a travel restraint system is in place and or the installed system will provide fall arrest to minimize the risk of a fall from the work platform 191 3 Equipment Anchorage The horizontal lifeline will be designed and engineered to meet an anchor requirement of at least two times the actual load generated during a fall This load will be substantially more than just the vertical impact generated and must take into account the type and construction of the lifeline span number of workers shock absorption used and more Always follow the criteria set out by the designer engineer who designed the system Because of the increased forces normally encountered with a horizontal lifeline it is very important that the anchorage be substantial and free from any sharp edges or manufacturing defects As specified by the horizontal system manufacturer designer the specified Anchorage strength for this horizontal fall protection system shall be kN xxxlbs Chinook Drilling has determined that the following structure is suitable for attachment of this horizontal system Body Support A CSA full body harness suitable to the task conducted at height will be required It is important to note that the suitability of the harness must take into account the task undertaken by the worker As a minimum to attach to the horizontal lifeline the
82. of falling if they lose their footing or hand grip 184 3 Equipment Anchorage prior to any worker climbing on the ladder an SRL shall be attached to a pre engineered anchorage point normally at or on the crown This Anchorage will be designed for the attachment of a CSA approved SRL Body Support A CSA full body harness suitable to the task conducted at height will be required Workers will have a choice of either a derrick mans harness for working on the monkey board or a general purpose harness for working on other areas of the rig See appendix A for equipment approved by Chinook Drilling Connecting Means Workers will use the integral snap hook on the SRL cable to connect to the Harness Specialty Equipment CSA Approved Self Retracting Lifeline suitable in length to reach the base of the ladder without any extensions attached Doc C 7 Revision level 1 Effective Date 05 31 2012 Approved date 05 31 2012 Written by ST AO Checked by AO CE Approved by AO CHINOOK an 184 4 Pre use inspection All fall protection equipment should be inspected prior to use as per manufacturer s instructions Anchorage e The SRL will be pre installed and the anchorage will be inspected prior to rig up Body Support e Webbing should be free of any cuts or damage including major abrasion holes or burns e Buckles should be functioning properly and not showing any signs of damage or distortion
83. ok functions properly with the necessary two actions to open the hook gate Anchorage connectors Tie off adaptors should be inspected as per any web product e Webbing should be free of any cuts or damage including major abrasion holes or burns e Ensure D rings are free from rust and corrosion nicks dents or any sharp edges which may come into contact with webbing Cable slings e Cable slings should have a protective plastic coating that intact without any breaks or major discolouration e Inspect for kinks and or any breaks in the wire rope e Ensure that the thimbles are present secure and not e Distorted or showing any damage out of shape loose in the wire rope e Check to ensure that carabineers are free from defects cuts and nicks abrasion and that they function properly with the necessary two actions to open the gate and that the gate automatically closes and locks upon release Specialty Equipment e Inspect the SRL snap hook to ensure it takes two movements in order to open and that it automatically closes and locks e Inspect the impact indicator where the snap hook attaches to the cable or webbing e Pull sharply on the SRL cable snap hook to ensure that the SRL will lock off e Inspect the horizontal lifeline as per the manufacturer designers specifications 191 5 Procedure Inspect all fall protection components as per manufacturer s recommendations If any piece of equipment fails the pre use in
84. orker the rescuer will anchor the haul system onto the structure as an anchorage ensuring there is sufficient distance to raise the worker enough to detach the current fall arrestor Then anchor the new vertical lifeline on adjacent structure At this point the rescuer will remove the tagline pulley anchor strap and their positioning system and move back to the ladder The rescuer will climb down to the same level as the fallen worker move out to him using proper fall protection at all times and immediately assess the medical condition of the fallen worker and administer what first aid is appropriate Normally the extent of medical attention that can be administered at height is limited to stemming the flow of blood from an open wound The tagline will then be attached to the waist connection of the fallen workers harness side or preferably rear belt high The rescuer will attach the haul system to the workers dorsal D ring as well as the connector for the rope grab which has been attached to the vertical lifeline Workers on the rig floor will lift the fallen worker enough to enable the rescuer to detach the fallen worker s loaded fall arrestor and then carefully lower him to the structures base The tagline will be used to keep the worker off of the ladder rungs and or getting caught up in adjacent structure It is recommended that a worker at Doc C 7 Revision level 1 Effective Date 05 31 2012 Approved date 05 31 2012 W
85. orker must ensure that the anchorage used will be capable of holding the weight of a 4 ton truck e The adjacent structure will also be used for a positioning anchorage While Canadian legislation does not specify a requirement for a positioning anchorage OSHA Occupational Safety and Health Administration USA specifies that an anchorage for work positioning must meet a minimum strength requirement of 18 kN 3600 Ibs Body Support e ACSA full body harness suitable to the task conducted at height will be required It is recommended that a Derrick Mans harness is not used when working on the structure A general purpose harness with side D rings for positioning will be suitable for this task See appendix A for equipment approved by Chinook Drilling e It is important that the Connecting means used matches the connection point on the harness and the anchorage connector used Connecting Means e Workers will use a six foot double leg lanyard with shock absorber to climb the rig structure The snap hooks will be sufficiently sized to connect to an anchorage connector s D ring Ensuring compatibility of hardware is critical to the function of this system and the safety of the worker If the double leg lanyard used has an Doc C 7 Revision level 1 Effective Date 05 31 2012 Approved date 05 31 2012 Written by ST AO Checked by AO CE Approved by AO CHINOOK d amd per wu integral shock absorber
86. oved by Chinook Drilling e Itis important that the Connecting means used matches the connection point on the harness Connecting Means e The choice of connecting means will be dependent upon the fall arrestor used Fall arrestors which are not panic proof these units do not eliminate the possibility of panic grip must be fitted with an integrally attached by the manufacturer with a connecting means no longer than 0 6m 2 Panic proof automatic fall arrestor must use connecting means with a maximum length of 1 m 3 to maintain a maximum freefall of 2m 6 e Appropriate anchorage connectors will be necessary to attach to the rig structure Properly sized tie off adaptors or cable slings are required to provide this connection Specialty Equipment e Vertical lifeline meeting the CSA requirements for vertical lifelines y Automatic fall arrestor panic or non panic model e It is critical that the lifeline and arrestor are matched as per manufacturer specifications Doc C 7 Revision level 1 Effective Date 05 31 2012 Approved date 05 31 2012 Written by ST AO Checked by AO CE Approved by AO CHINOOK pill amd mw wu 188 4 Pre use Inspection All fall protection equipment should be inspected prior to use as per manufacturer s instructions Anchorage Anchorages must be inspected to ensure that they do not have sharp edges that would cut or damage the Anchorage Connector use
87. pproved by AO CHINOOK pwr VS rescue unit up to the rescuer who will anchor it above the fallen worker ensuring there is sufficient distance to raise the worker enough to unlock the SRL The tagline will then be removed from the rescue pulley and attached to the waist connection of the fallen workers harness side or preferably back e The rescuer will attach the haul system to the workers dorsal D ring e Workers on the rig floor will lift the fallen worker enough to unlock his SRL and then carefully lower him to the rig floor The tagline will be used to keep the worker off of the ladder rungs and or getting caught up in adjacent structure e At the base of the structure first aid personnel will take over and properly attend to and package the worker in a stretcher It is important that workers expected to package a worker put the fallen worker in a stretcher are properly trained and that the medical condition of the fallen worker is immediately assessed to determine the best and most appropriate course of action 184 7 Reporting and Logging It is critical that any accident or fall is reported so that equipment and procedures can be properly evaluated Any piece of fall protection equipment that has seen the force of a fall must be immediately removed from service and inspected by a competent person prior to future use 185 0 Fall Protection Procedure 2 Climbing without an SRL 185 1 Task Workers will be re
88. proved by AO CHINOOK gill and pwr VS For layed rope you will inspect for any burns cuts or visible bunching of the rope lays Missing or bent thimbles and damage to the connection splice Specialty Equipment 189 5 Inspect the SRL snap hook to ensure it takes two movements in order to open and that it automatically closes and locks Inspect the impact indicator where the snap hook attaches to the cable Pull sharply on the SRL cable snap hook to ensure that the SRL will lock off Procedure Inspect all fall protection components as per manufacturer s recommendations If any piece of equipment fails the pre use inspection that equipment shall be removed from service until a formal inspection by a competent person has been conducted and the equipment is either destroyed repaired or returned to service Proper climbing and fall protection procedures will be required to access the monkey board Depending upon what method was used to climb the rig the worker will either be moving from the rig s SRL or a double leg lanyard to the monkey board s SRL Once at the monkey board the worker will step onto the board and retrieve the monkey board s SRL snap hook and cable by pulling down the tagline attached to the unit Properly inspect SRL and connecting hardware Attach monkey board SRL snap hook to the shock absorber integral to the dorsal D of the harness If the worker has used the rig SRL to climb up remove
89. provide the connecting means including anchorage connector When in place the worker must use a positioning lanyard This lanyard will be 4 feet in length and may be adjustable It will not have an integral shock absorber Specialty Equipment CSA Approved Self Retracting Lifeline suitable in length to reach the ground without any extensions attached Doc C 7 Revision level 1 Effective Date 05 31 2012 Approved date 05 31 2012 Written by ST AO Checked by AO CE Approved by AO CHINOOK Drilling Inc mw VS 190 4 Pre use inspection All fall protection equipment should be inspected prior to use as per manufacturer s instructions Anchorage The rig structure should be inspected for its suitability for an anchorage ensuring it will meet the adequate strength requirements Anchorages must be inspected to ensure that they do not have sharp edges that would cut or damage the anchorage connector used Ensure that when you attach the anchorage you will not damage adjacent piping steam hydraulics power or structure Body Support Webbing should be free of any cuts or damage including major abrasion holes or burns Buckles should be functioning properly and not showing any signs of damage or distortion D rings should be free of cuts nicks or abrasion that could possibly damage webbing Connecting Means lanyards with integral shock absorber should be checked for webbing and har
90. quired to vertically climb the rig or other structure on a fixed ladder without a Self Retracting Lifeline 185 2 Hazard Workers climbing a fixed ladder are faced with the risk of falling if they lose their footing or hand grip 185 3 Equipment e Anchorage Workers will use the ladder rungs themselves as anchorage for the double leg lanyard Most legislation requires an uncertified anchorage for fall protection must be capable of withstanding a minimum impact of 22 2 kN 5000 pounds without failure As a rule of thumb the worker must ensure that the anchorage used will be capable of holding the weight of a ton truck Doc C 7 Revision level 1 Effective Date 05 31 2012 Approved date 05 31 2012 Written by ST AO Checked by AO CE Approved by AO CHINOOK pwr VS e Body Support A CSA full body harness suitable to the task conducted at height will be required Workers will have a choice of either a derrick mans harness for working on the monkey board or a general purpose harness for working on other areas of the rig See appendix A for equipment approved by Chinook Drilling It is important that the Connecting means used matches the connection point on the harness e Connecting Means Workers will use an appropriate length double leg lanyard with shock absorber to climb the ladder The snap hooks will be sufficiently sized to connect to the ladder rungs without causing undue strain on the gate and or hoo
91. r general work purposes shall only be conducted on a man rated winch Personnel hoisting procedures shall be employed anytime a worker is raised or lowered using the man rated winch It should be noted that any rescue should always be as simple and safe as possible Rescuers exposed to the risk of a fall will always use proper fall protection procedures in the course of a rescue operation and will only be exposed to that risk where absolutely necessary Only where there is no possibility of reaching a fallen worker from a stable structure with the rescuer secured and properly protected should a rescuer be suspended to affect a rescue pick off When using a non man rated winch rescuers must be lowered to the fallen worker vs raised The pick off procedure should use a properly sized and rated connector that will be attached to the dorsal D ring of the fallen worker and to the lifting point normally front D ring of the rescuer or connection point to the haul system winch line Both the rescuer and fallen worker should be provided with fall protection during the rescue operation Rescue should be practiced and pre assigned roles established As a minimum a rescue team requires the following e Rescue Leader normally the most senior personnel on site this person should direct the operation and only under extreme circumstances should they actively participate in the rescue e Rescuer these individuals will be the climbers who set up the system
92. r the manufacturer s recommendations and must meet all CSA and legislative requirements Emergency Operations The Braden Gearmatic Winch is equipped with the ability to lower workers manually should the power be lost Operation of the unit is dependent upon proper training isolation of controls and emergency procedures outlined within the unit s operations manual Workers using the Braden winch must be properly trained on the isolation and operation of the unit in an emergency lower Doc C 7 Revision level 1 Effective Date 05 31 2012 Approved date 05 31 2012 Written by ST AO Checked by AO CE Approved by AO CHINOOK pwr VS 192 6 Rescue If the workers primary support winch line fails during a hoisting operation the worker will be suspended on either the Self Retracting Lifeline or vertical lifeline and automatic rope grab If the worker cannot reach the ladder and or rescue themselves the rig rescue plan will need to be put into effect Rescue is conducted by trained individuals utilizing a pre engineered rope haul system or similar device Using proper fall protection techniques as described within this document one rescuer will immediately climb the structure with a rope tagline rescue pulley or similar sheave anchor strap and positioning lanyard attached to his harness The rescuer will need to move to the worker from the ladder this will require them to move across the structure us
93. raised the alarm the attendant safety watch will switch the SRL to retrieval mode and begin cranking up the worker It is very important that the attendant take caution and pays attention to the incapacitated worker to ensure that they do not become tangled in the ladder or anything else within the confined space Once the incapacitated worker is retrieved to the work platform first aid personnel will take over and properly attend to and package the worker in a stretcher It is important that workers expected to package a worker put the fallen worker in a stretcher are properly trained and that the medical condition of the fallen worker is immediately assessed to determine the best and most appropriate course of action Doc C 7 Revision level 1 Effective Date 05 31 2012 Approved date 05 31 2012 Written by ST AO Checked by AO CE Approved by AO Drilling Inc T m 193 7 Reporting and Logging It is critical that any accident or injury is reported so that equipment and procedures can be properly evaluated Any piece of fall protection equipment that has seen the force of a fall must be immediately removed from service and inspected by a competent person prior to future use 193 8 Equipment logging and inspection All fall protection equipment used on the rig shall be inspected as per the manufacturer s recommendations and a written log shall be in place identifying those inspections and the service history of
94. rasion holes or burns e Buckles should be functioning properly and not showing any signs of damage or distortion e D rings should be free of cuts nicks or abrasion that could possibly damage webbing Connecting Means e f shock absorber is not sewn integral to the back D ring check to ensure that snap hook and D ring are free from defects cuts nicks abrasion and that the snap hook functions properly with the necessary two actions to open the hook gate e Ensure that the shock absorber is sewn onto the connecting means ensure you can see the stitching forming the loop around the connector e Inspect shock absorber for signs of deployment impact indicator deployed e shock material visibly torn and coming out of the shock pack e snap hook as per SRL e Tripods Davits should be inspected for any damage to the legs ensuring that they are not bent or broken Ensure that connection points on the tripod davit are secure and are not bent cracked or showing signs of corrosion or damage Doc C 7 Revision level 1 Effective Date 05 31 2012 Approved date 05 31 2012 Written by ST AO Checked by AO CE Approved by AO CHINOOK gill mld mw VS If supplied with the tripod ensure that the leg restraining chains are in place and not damaged Specialty Equipment 193 5 Inspect the SRL snap hook to ensure it takes two movements in order to open and that it automatically closes and locks Inspe
95. recommendations If any piece of equipment fails the pre use inspection that equipment shall be removed from service until a formal inspection by a competent person has been conducted and the equipment is either destroyed repaired or returned to service Put on appropriate CSA approved full body harness 188 6 1 Lifeline installation Using 100 fall protection Access the anchorage and install the appropriate anchorage connector Attach the vertical lifeline to the anchorage connector using the end that has an integral connector snap hook or carabineer Allow the lifeline to hang directly below the anchorage and ensure the length of the lifeline comes within 1 2 meters of the landing platform Once installed it is recommended that a weight be attached to the lower end of the lifeline to keep it taut Doc C 7 Revision level 1 Effective Date 05 31 2012 Approved date 05 31 2012 Written by ST AO Checked by AO CE Approved by AO CHINOOK adi mld mw wu 188 6 2 Using the Fall Arrestor 188 7 Attach the fall arrestor to the vertical lifeline and ensure it is moving effortlessly along the rope or cable both up and down If the fall arrestor is a panic proof type you will attach a shock absorbing lanyard no longer than 1m in length from the dorsal D ring of your harness to the connection point of the fall arrestor If the fall arrestor is not panic proof then you will attach a shock absorbing lany
96. red rope haul system or similar device and appropriate fall arrest for both rescuers and fallen worker See detail description of this procedure for rescue procedures 194 3 Fall Protection Procedure 3 Climbing with a fixed ladder safety system 194 3 1 Task Workers will be required to vertically climb a fixed ladder using a pre installed ladder safety system 194 3 2 Equipment e Full body harness with front chest connection e Ladder system sleeve slider e Short connection carabineer 194 3 3 Procedure e Inspect then put on appropriate CSA approved full body harness e Inspect and attach ladder safety sleeve e Climb to work area e Transfer to work area fall protection system 194 3 4 Rescue Rescue will be conducted using a pre engineered rope haul system or similar device and appropriate fall arrest for both rescuers and fallen worker See detail description of this procedure for rescue procedures Doc C 7 Revision level 1 Effective Date 05 31 2012 Approved date 05 31 2012 Written by ST AO Checked by AO CE Approved by AO Drilling Inc C 194 4 Fall Protection Procedure 4 Climbing and Working on the rig with an SRL 194 4 1 Task Workers will be required to climb from the ladder and horizontally across the face of the structure 194 4 2 Equipment e Full body harness general purpose e positioning lanyard e Rig SRL 194 4 3 Procedure e Inspect all equipment as per
97. ritten by ST AO Checked by AO CE Approved by AO CHINOOK pwr VS the base of the structure hold the bottom end of the lifeline if possible to keep it out of the way and ensure it remains taut during the descent e At the base of the structure first aid personnel will take over and properly attend to and package the worker in a stretcher It is important that workers expected to package put the fallen worker in a stretcher are properly trained and that the medical condition of the fallen worker is immediately assessed to determine the best and most appropriate course of action 188 8 Reporting and Logging It is critical that any accident or fall is reported so that equipment and procedures can be properly evaluated Any piece of fall protection equipment that has seen the force of a fall must be immediately removed from service and inspected by a competent person prior to future use 189 0 Fall Protection Procedure 7 Working on the Monkey Board or Rod Basket 189 1 Task Once at height workers will be required to work on the Monkey Board and protect themselves using the available system 189 2 Hazard While working on the monkey board the potential to slip and fall is always present Fall arrest and work positioning shall be used in order to minimize this risk 189 3 Equipment Anchorage e Prior to any worker being on the monkey board an SRL shall be attached to a pre engineered anchorage point specifi
98. ritten by ST AO Checked by AO CE Approved by AO CHINOOK mw wu tagline should be removed from the winch line and attached to the side or rear belt D ring of the fallen worker s harness If the workers harness only has a dorsal D ring attach to that D If the winch line s path of travel will take the worker away from the ladder or structure into the middle of the rig then the tagline can remain attached to the rescue pulley to aid in easing the worker into the proper lowering path However if it is necessary to pull the worker away from the structure during lowering operations the tagline should be removed from the rescue pulley to allow for a direct pull from the rig floor e The winch will be used to lift the fallen worker only enough to detach his lanyard and then carefully lower him to the rig floor It is important that the speed is controlled to maintain safety e At the base of the structure first aid personnel will take over and properly attend to and package the worker in a stretcher It is important that workers expected to package the worker put the fallen worker in a stretcher are properly trained and that the medical condition of the fallen worker is immediately assessed to determine the best and most appropriate course of action 185 6 2 Haul System Rescue Using proper fall protection techniques as outlined within this document one rescuer will immediately climb the rig with a rope
99. rker to assess their current task the risk associated with it and what precautions have been taken to reduce and or eliminate that risk 180 0 Slips Trips and Falls from the Same Level It is the policy of Chinook Drilling that the workplace shall be kept as clean as possible to reduce the risk of falls from the same level The following activities have been identified to require fall protection during their completion It should be noted that this is not an exhaustive list and may require additions 180 1 Drilling e Rigging up down fall protection equipment e Erecting substructure e Washing working on top of buildings e Climbing crown stands when derrick down e Coiling and uncoiling lines on top of derrick e Hanging easy rider line e Walking drilling line back to draw works during rig up e Pinning top of A legs e Installing missing floor boards e Setting handrails e Bridle up and bridle down e Hanging disconnecting Kelly hose e Erecting and dismantling prefabs e Rigging up line spooler e Rigging in survey line e Installing belly pad for tubing in triple derrick e Working from Ladder e Working from scaffolding Doc C 7 Revision level 1 Effective Date 05 31 2012 Approved date 05 31 2012 Written by ST AO Checked by Approved by A O Drilling Inc CHINOOK mw VS Hanging blocks Scrubbing derrick Maintaining derrick lights Installing cement head circulating head
100. rkers dorsal D ring as well as the connector for the rope grab which has been attached to the vertical lifeline e Workers on the rig floor will lift the fallen worker enough to enable the rescuer to detach the fallen worker s double leg lanyard and then carefully lower him to the rig Doc C 7 Revision level 1 Effective Date 05 31 2012 Approved date 05 31 2012 Written by ST AO Checked by AO CE Approved by AO CHINOOK pwr VS floor The tagline will be used to keep the worker off of the ladder rungs and or getting caught up in adjacent structure It is recommended that a worker at floor level hold the bottom end of the lifeline if possible to keep it out of the way and ensure it remains taut during the descent e At the base of the structure first aid personnel will take over and properly attend to and package the worker in a stretcher It is important that workers expected to package the worker put the fallen worker in a stretcher are properly trained and that the medical condition of the fallen worker is immediately assessed to determine the best and most appropriate course of action 185 7 Reporting and Logging It is critical that any accident or fall is reported so that equipment and procedures can be properly evaluated Any piece of fall protection equipment that has seen the force of a fall must be immediately removed from service and inspected by a competent person prior to future use 1
101. rp edge Where this hazard exists the worker increases the potential of injury and or death due to the SRL not being allowed to function properly Wherever possible the placement and use of the SRL should take this hazard into consideration and the worker should eliminate the possibility of the SRLs line coming into contact with an unprotected sharp edge Where the elimination of this hazard is not possible it is industry practice and Chinook Drilling s policy to use a shock absorber not a shock absorbing lanyard attached between the harness dorsal D ring and the SRLs snap hook By adding this shock absorber it reduces not eliminates the potential of the SRL line s failure over the sharp edge It is important to understand that where the shock absorber is integral to the harness it must be taken into consideration when attaching other fall protection components For example when attaching a lanyard to the shock pack both free fall and increased required clearances must be taken into consideration by attaching a six foot lanyard to the shock pack the potential free fall when anchoring at shoulder height is now approximately 7 6 versus the normal 6 As most manufacturers and legislative bodies allow for a maximum freefall of 6 this becomes a serious issue Remember that due care and attention is always necessary as no fall arrest system totally eliminates all the risk of injury It is imperative where a shock absorber is used in conjunction with
102. s appropriate for confined space entry retrieval e Tripod or Davit arm designed for fall protection and rescue e Man rated winch if entry does not have a ladder e Retrieval SRL for fall protection and non entry rescue 194 11 4 Procedure This procedure deals with the fall protection retrieval requirements only and does not detail proper monitoring ventilation and or communication issues necessary for entry into a confined space Entry Permits will be required prior to entering into a confined space and a safety monitor must be in place anytime an individual enters into the confined space e Inspect all equipment as per manufacturer s recommendations e Inspect and put on CSA approved harness e Set up Tripod Davit at the entry point and attach SRL and winch if necessary e The rig s man rated winch can be used for this purpose if the operator can maintain a clear view of the entrant and the cable does not contact any surfaces e Attach to the retrieval SRL then winch line if there is no ladder and enter the confined space e Retrieval SRL will be attached to the rear dorsal D ring to allow for proper orientation during a rescue operation e During any work in the confined space the retrieval SRL will remain attached to the workers dorsal D ring 194 11 5 Rescue Rescue will be conducted using the retrieval SRL If the worker needs to be retrieved a switch on the unit will change it from normal SRL operatio
103. s or damage including major abrasion holes or burns e Buckles should be functioning properly and not showing any signs of damage or distortion e D rings should be free of cuts nicks or abrasion that could possibly damage webbing Connecting Means Doc C 7 Revision level 1 Effective Date 05 31 2012 Approved date 05 31 2012 Written by ST AO Checked by AO CE Approved by AO CHINOOK gill and mw wu If shock absorber is not sewn integral to the back D ring check to ensure that snap hook and D ring are free from defects cuts nicks abrasion and that the snap hook functions properly with the necessary two actions to open the hook gate Ensure that the shock absorber is sewn onto the connecting means ensure you can see the stitching forming the loop around the connector Inspect shock absorber for signs of deployment impact indicator deployed shock material visibly torn and coming out of the shock pack snap hook as per SRL Positioning lanyard without integral shock absorber should be checked for webbing and hardware as follows Webbing should be free of any cuts or damage including major abrasion holes or burns Inspect the lanyard snap hooks to ensure it takes two movements in order to open and that it automatically closes and locks Ensure snap hooks are free from rust and corrosion nicks dents or any sharp edges that may come into contact with webbing Specialty Equipment In
104. s seen the force of a fall must be immediately removed from service and inspected by a competent person prior to future use 191 0 Fall Protection Procedure 9 working with a horizontal lifeline 191 1 Task Workers will be required to horizontally move across the rig or structure using a horizontal lifeline and appropriate connecting means It is important to understand that the use of a horizontal lifeline will be appropriate for specific circumstances and that the use of that horizontal system must be according to the manufacturer and or designing engineers specifications Installation inspection and connecting equipment must be specifies as per manufacturer and or designing engineer Horizontal lifelines will be supplied with user manual detail relevant information for that system Permanent system must be installed and tested by a qualified person prior to the initial use by a worker The following procedure applies to a temporary horizontal lifeline installed and inspected as per manufacturer s specifications Always refer to manufacturers recommendations instructions as to applicability of their system to your situation Doc C 7 Revision level 1 Effective Date 05 31 2012 Approved date 05 31 2012 Written by ST AO Checked by AO CE Approved by AO CHINOOK gill amd mw VS 191 2 Hazard As the use of a horizontal lifeline is specific to your application the hazards associated will depend upon the l
105. s snap hook to the anchorage connector Doc C 7 Revision level 1 Effective Date 05 31 2012 Approved date 05 31 2012 Written by ST AO Checked by AO CE Approved by AO CHINOOK pwr VS and proceed to work If an SRL is to be used attach the SRL to the anchorage connector and then attach the SRLs snap to the harness shock absorber It is important to ensure that you have sufficient clearance for your fall arrest system e To facilitate hands free work a positioning lanyard can be used by attaching the one end of the positioning lanyard to the side D ring wrapping the lanyard around the structure and then attaching the other end to the opposite side D e Upon finishing work detach the fall arrest system and carefully climb down 190 6 Rescue Given the limited height that this type of work will be conducted from rescue can be as simple as positioning a ladder below or adjacent to the fallen worker and helping them climb down Specific rescue procedures will rely upon the area where the worker falls access to that area and adjacent structure Wherever possible rescue should be kept as simple as possible Workers accessing the area for rescue must use proper fall protection procedures as outlined within this document 190 7 Reporting and Logging It is critical that any accident or fall is reported so that equipment and procedures can be properly evaluated Any piece of fall protection equipment that ha
106. spect the SRL snap hook to ensure it takes two movements in order to open and that it automatically closes and locks Inspect the impact indicator where the snap hook attaches to the cable Pull sharply on the SRL cable snap hook to ensure that the SRL will lock off 186 5 Procedure This procedure is limited to climbing across the face of the structure where the attached SRL will be within its operating limits and should not be used if the worker is climbing on the structure where there is a possibility during a fall of having the SRL cable come over a sharp edge Inspect all fall protection components as per manufacturers recommendations If any piece of equipment fails the pre use inspection that equipment shall be removed from service until a formal inspection by a competent person has been conducted and the equipment is either destroyed repaired or returned to service The worker will already be attached to the SRL and can move across the structure from the ladder to their work area without additional fall protection additional to the existing SRL Doc C 7 Revision level 1 Effective Date 05 31 2012 Approved date 05 31 2012 Written by ST AO Checked by AO CE Approved by AO CHINOOK gill amd mw Vw 186 6 186 6 If the worker is required to move to an area outside of the operating guidelines of the SRL the worker will need to follow Procedure 005 Climbing across the structur
107. spection that equipment shall be removed from service until a formal inspection by a competent person has been conducted and the equipment is either destroyed repaired or returned to service Put on appropriate CSA approved full body harness It is critical that the manufacturer s user manual be read and followed regarding the inspection installation and use of the system Doc C 7 Revision level 1 Effective Date 05 31 2012 Approved date 05 31 2012 Written by ST AO Checked by AO CE Approved by AO CHINOOK pwr VS 191 5 1 Lifeline installation e Using 100 fall protection Access the anchorage and install the appropriate anchorage connector Attach the horizontal lifeline to the anchorage connector using the end that does not have a tensioning unit Climb down to the ground and move to the other anchorage climb to height using 100 fall protection then attach anchorage connector and the remaining end of the horizontal lifeline Tension the horizontal lifeline as per manufacturer designers specifications e Using the horizontal system e Once installed the worker can attach the specified connector to their dorsal D ring of their harness and attach to the lifelines system some lifelines have an integral ring or slider on the lifeline If it is available it is important that the connection be made at this point The worker will then be able to walk along the level surface without impediment If the
108. st and most appropriate course of action Reporting and Logging It is critical that any accident or fall is reported so that equipment and procedures can be properly evaluated Any piece of fall protection equipment that has seen the force of a fall must be immediately removed from service and inspected by a competent person prior to future use Doc C 7 Revision level 1 Effective Date 05 31 2012 Approved date 05 31 2012 Written by ST AO Checked by AO CE Approved by AO CHINOOK pwr VS 187 0 Fall Protection Procedure 5 Climbing across the structure without an SRL 187 1 Task Workers will be required to horizontally climb across the structure from the fixed ladder or a work platform without an attached Self Retracting Lifeline 187 2 Hazard Workers climbing the structure are faced with the risk of falling if they lose their footing or balance When working on the structure the worker will require the use of their hands to complete their tasks As it is always required that three points of contact be maintained at all times when climbing or working at height a work positioning system will be required 187 3 Equipment Anchorage e Workers will use the adjacent structure as an anchorage for the double leg lanyard Most legislation requires an uncertified anchorage for fall protection must be capable of withstanding a minimum impact of 22 2 kN 5000 pounds without failure As a rule of thumb the w
109. structure and or rescue themselves the rig rescue plan will need to be put into effect Rescue is conducted by trained individuals utilizing a pre engineered rope haul system or similar device 189 6 2 Winch line Rescue e Using proper fall protection techniques as described within this document one rescuer will immediately climb the rig with a rope tagline rescue pulley or similar sheave anchor strap and positioning lanyard attached to his harness The first rescuer will immediately climb to the crown to set up the rescue system While he is setting up the rescue system a second rescuer will climb using appropriate fall protection to the monkey board to establish contact with the fallen worker in order to assess their medical condition and assist with the rescue operation Normally the extent of medical attention that can be administered at height is limited to stemming the flow of blood from an open wound Once properly positioned and protected at the crown the first rescuer will anchor the tagline s pulley thread it and lower the tagline to the workers below e By this time the haul crew will have prepared the winch for the rescue operation see manufacturers requirements for personnel hoisting will attach the tag line to the winch line s connector and will have a secondary fall arrest system available SRL or Rope Grab and vertical lifeline the secondary fall arrest system shall be raised to the rescuer to be installed at the crown a
110. system has intermediate supports care will need to be taken to pass these points How the worker passes an intermediate will depend upon the system design and the horizontal user manual should always be consulted and followed 191 6 Rescue Rescue for a fallen worker using a horizontal lifeline will depend upon the lifelines location and what adjacent structure is available for anchorage points Chinook Drilling has determined that the following rescue procedures are necessary when working with the horizontal system at this location 191 7 Reporting and Logging It is critical that any accident or fall is reported so that equipment and procedures can be properly evaluated Any piece of fall protection equipment that has seen the force of a fall must be immediately removed from service and inspected by a competent person prior to future use 192 0 Fall Protection Procedure 10 raising personnel with a man rated winch for general operations or rescue 192 1 Task Workers will be required to be raised on a man rated winch The application of this procedure is based upon the requirements and operating procedures of the Braden man rated winch which has been designed to accommodate man riding and reduces the pull load rating to below 700 pounds Use of this winch requires that workers properly lock out the winch so that it is switched to man riding capacity only Workers being raised on a winch will be required to utilize a secondary fall arres
111. t system anchored separately from the winch Doc C 7 Revision level 1 Effective Date 05 31 2012 Approved date 05 31 2012 Written by ST AO Checked by AO CE Approved by AO CHINOOK mw wu line itself Workers will be protected from falling using either a vertical lifeline and automatic rope grab or a self retracting lifeline 192 2 Hazard Workers being raised by a winch line risk a fall should the main line fail or the winch be allowed to freewheel It is important to note that there are several risks associated with the raising and lowering of workers on a winch line beyond those addressed with fall protection The use of a motorized winch for suspension of a worker must be properly evaluated and approved by management 192 3 Equipment Winch e Raising and lowering of personnel for both regular operations and or rescue must be conducted utilizing a properly designed man rated winch The designation of a man rated winch can be achieved through several standards bodies including CSA ANSI UL DNV and more Of greatest concern when using a man rated winch is that the winch is limited in its rated capacity and either shuts down or clutches slips at a point which will not cause serious damage to the worker being raised lowered This procedure is based upon the Braden Gearmatic Personnel Hoisting System modified with a man rider hydraulic loop that can be locked out and limits the working load to
112. the equipment Inspections shall be carried out by a competent person trained in the inspection of that equipment and knowledgeable of the manufacturer s requirements for inspection 193 9 Training All personnel required to use fall protection equipment must be trained in its use by a competent person CAODC and Chinook Drilling recognizes the Enform fall protection training as an awareness level course that will be supplemented by onsite orientation to the hazards of the workers rig Personnel expected to conduct a site rescue will be trained in the procedures and techniques to conduct such a rescue 194 0 Fall Protection Procedures Synopsis 194 1 Fall Protection Procedure 1 Climbing with an SRL 194 1 1 Task Workers will be required to vertically climb a structure using the structures ladder using a pre installed Self Retracting Lifeline 194 1 2 Equipment e Full body harness as appropriate for the work task e SRL Doc C 7 Revision level 1 Effective Date 05 31 2012 Approved date 05 31 2012 Written by ST AO Checked by AO CE Approved by AO CHINOOK Drilling Inc itn 194 1 3 Procedure e Inspect then put on appropriate CSA approved full body harness e Inspect and attach SRL e Climb to work area e Transfer to work area fall protection system 194 1 4 Rescue Rescue will be conducted using a pre engineered rope haul system or similar device and appropriate fall arrest for bot
113. the equipment is either destroyed repaired or returned to service Once attached to the SRL the worker can approach the entrance and then connect the winch line to their front suspension points on their harness or boson s chair The attendant will raise the worker up with the winch to position him over the entrance and then lower him down to the work level Once at the work level the worker will detach from the winch line but remain connected to the SRL As the worker moves away from the entrance the SRL will pay out and then retract as they come back Once the worker is finished they will return to the area below the entrance reconnect to the winch line and the attendant will raise them up out of the confined space e Once back on the work platform the worker will disconnect from the winch step away from the entrance and then disconnect from the SLR 193 6 Non Entry Rescue from a Confined Space Rescue from a confined space can be for any number of reasons and should be affected as quickly and safely as possible If a worker cannot return out of the confined space as they went in they will need to be retrieved by the safety watch Non entry rescue is based upon the retrieval of an incapacitated worker without having to enter the confined space The Retrieval SRL attached to the dorsal D ring of the worker is designed to facilitate this type of rescue Once it is identified that the worker cannot return to the entrance and the attendant has
114. the traveling block will be brought down to the floor and the stretcher will be attached to the haul system The stretcher will then be hauled up to the monkey board and positioned on the board Once the stretcher is on the board the two rescuers will secure the injured worker into the stretcher and attach the haul system to accommodate a Doc C 7 Revision level 1 Effective Date 05 31 2012 Approved date 05 31 2012 Written by ST AO Checked by AO CE Approved by AO CHINOOK pwr VS horizontal lower of the stretcher The workers positioning lanyard will be detached from his harness and the boards anchor point and then attached to one end of the stretcher The tagline will be attached to the other end of the stretcher and held by personnel below to guide it down Finally the second rescuer will have brought a rope grab with them and will now attach it to the lifting point on the stretcher as a secondary system for the lowering process One of the rescuers will now climb to the floor to assist with the lowering operation e Workers on the rig floor will lift the stretcher off the board as the remaining rescuer guides the stretcher away from the board using the positioning lanyard as a tagline It is recommended that a worker at floor level hold the bottom end of the lifeline if possible to keep it out of the way and ensure it remains taut during the descent The stretcher will be lowered to the floor where medical
115. then it must be connected directly to the Dorsal D ring of the harness no extensions or harness shock absorbers If the double leg lanyard used does not have an integral shock absorber then it must be connected to the harness integral shock absorber Appropriate anchorage connectors will be necessary to attach to the rig structure Properly sized tie off adaptors or cable slings are required to provide this connection Alternatively a tie back lanyard will provide the connecting means including anchorage connector When in place the worker must use a positioning lanyard This lanyard will be 4 feet in length and may be adjustable It will not have an integral shock absorber Specialty Equipment NA 187 4 Pre use Inspection All fall protection equipment should be inspected prior to use as per manufacturer s instructions Anchorage The rig structure should be inspected for its suitability for an anchorage ensuring it will meet the adequate strength requirements Anchorages must be inspected to ensure that they do not have sharp edges that would cut or damage the anchorage connector used Ensure that when you attach the anchorage you will not damage adjacent piping steam hydraulics power or structure Wherever possible each leg of the double leg lanyard should be attached to a different point on the structure as anchorage Body Support Webbing should be free of any cuts or damage including major abrasion holes or burns
116. to the proper lowering path However if it is necessary to pull the worker away from the structure during lowering operations the tagline should be removed from the rescue pulley to allow for a direct pull from the rig floor The winch will be used to lift the fallen worker only enough to detach his lanyard and then carefully lower him to the rig floor It is important that the speed is controlled to maintain safety At the base of the structure first aid personnel will take over and properly attend to and package the worker in a stretcher It is important that workers expected to package the worker put the fallen worker in a stretcher are properly trained and that the medical condition of the fallen worker is immediately assessed to determine the best and most appropriate course of action 187 6 2 Haul System Rescue Using proper fall protection techniques as described within this document one rescuer will immediately climb the structure with a rope tagline rescue pulley or similar shiv anchor strap and positioning lanyard attached to his harness Due to the time necessary to travel from the ladder to the worker the rescuer will stop at the same level of the fallen worker to make a visual assessment of their condition Once their condition is established the rescuer will proceed to the level above the worker move out across the structure till they are directly above the fallen worker Once properly positioned using the positioning lanyar
117. to unlock the SRL At this point the rescuer will remove the tagline pulley Doc C 7 Revision level 1 Effective Date 05 31 2012 Approved date 05 31 2012 Written by ST AO Checked by AO CE Approved by AO CHINOOK gill amd mw Vw 186 7 anchor strap and their positioning system and then move back to the ladder The rescuer will climb down to the same level as the fallen worker move out to him using proper fall protection at all times and immediately assess the medical condition of the fallen worker and administer what first aid is appropriate Normally the extent of medical attention that can be administered at height is limited to stemming the flow of blood from an open wound The tagline will then be attached to the waist connection of the fallen worker s harness side or preferably back The rescuer will attach the haul system to the workers dorsal D ring Workers at the structure base will lift the fallen worker enough to unlock his SRL and then carefully lower him down The tagline will be used to keep the worker from getting caught up in adjacent structure At the base of the structure first aid personnel will take over and properly attend to and package the worker in a stretcher It is important that workers expected to package put the fallen worker in a stretcher are properly trained and that the medical condition of the fallen worker is immediately assessed to determine the be
118. treatment can be administered 189 8 Reporting and Logging It is critical that any accident or fall is reported so that equipment and procedures can be properly evaluated Any piece of fall protection equipment that has seen the force of a fall must be immediately removed from service and inspected by a competent person prior to future use 190 0 Fall Protection Procedure 8 Working on the rig structure from another secondary platform portable ladder vehicle 190 1 Task Workers will be required to access the rig structure from a secondary platform to perform task typically related to rig up or down This access platform will normally be temporary and will not normally have fall protection attached to it 190 2 Hazard Workers will have the potential to fall while accessing the work area and while working at height 190 3 Equipment Workers may use either a shock absorbing lanyard or short SRL Anchorage e Workers will use the rig structure as anchorage Most legislation requires an uncertified anchorage for fall protection must be capable of withstanding a minimum impact of 22 2 kN 5000 pounds without failure As a rule of thumb the Doc C 7 Revision level 1 Effective Date 05 31 2012 Approved date 05 31 2012 Written by ST AO Checked by AO CE Approved by AO CHINOOK gill amd pwr vu worker must ensure that the anchorage used will be capable of holding the weight of a ton truck Th
119. ttach the fall arrestor to the vertical lifeline and ensure it is moving effortlessly along the cable rope both up and down If the fall arrestor is a panic proof type you will attach a shock absorbing lanyard no longer than 1m in length from the dorsal D ring of your harness to the connection point of the fall arrestor If the fall arrestor is not panic proof then you will attach a shock absorbing lanyard no longer than 0 6m in length from the dorsal D ring of your harness to the connection point of the fall arrestor NB If the connecting means attached to the fall arrestor has an integral shock absorber the connecting means should be attached directly to the dorsal D ring and not the harnesses integral shock absorber As you are raised up the fall arrestor will automatically follow you as you pull it up the lifeline Always ensure that the fall arrestor is moving on the lifeline and that the lifeline is not being dragged up with the arrestor which would greatly increase the potential freefall Once at height it is very important to always park the fall arrestor by moving it up the lifeline as far as you can reach to minimize potential free fall Upon finishing work un park the fall arrestor unlocks it off the lifeline and allows it to slide down the lifeline until it is hanging below you When being lowered with an automatic fall arrestor and vertical lifeline the weight of the fall arrestor will keep it moving down the lif
120. ture Doc C 7 Revision level 1 Effective Date 05 31 2012 Approved date 05 31 2012 Written by ST AO Checked by AO CE Approved by AO CHINOOK d amd ati 189 7 It is recommended that a worker at floor level hold the bottom end of the lifeline if possible to keep it out of the way and ensure it remains taut during the descent Once on the rig floor first aid personnel will take over and properly attend to and package the worker in a stretcher It is important that workers expected to package put the fallen worker in a stretcher are properly trained and that the medical condition of the fallen worker is immediately assessed to determine the best and most appropriate course of action Stretcher Rescue from the Monkey board If a worker is injured or becomes incapacitated while working on the monkey board and is not suspended in their harness The decision may be made that the worker should be put into a stretcher prior to being lowered to the floor The procedure below describes the use of an engineered haul system which can be substituted for a winch line Rescue is conducted by trained individuals utilizing a pre engineered rope haul system or similar device Using proper fall protection techniques as described within this document one rescuer will immediately climb the rig with a rope tagline rescue pulley or similar sheave anchor strap and positioning lanyard attached to his harness The
121. wo legs of the lanyard to the ladder rungs one at eye level and one as high as you can reach Climb one or two steps always ensuring that at least one of the legs is at shoulder height or higher to minimize free fall Once the higher legs is at shoulder height remove the lower snap hook and move it to a rung as high as you can reach Proper climbing requires that three points of contact are on the ladder at all times It is important to ensure that once the snap hook is attached to the ladder rung you remove your hand from the snap hook and return it to the ladder rung do not climb with your hand on the snap hook Continue this process until you reach your desired work area Once at height if it is your intention to work from the ladder ensure that at least one of the legs is as high as you can reach to minimize free fall If you will be working on the structure away from the ladder attach to the fall protection system appropriate for and or designated for that area and detach from the ladder rungs If the lanyard is attached directly to your dorsal D then you can leave it there so long as the work area system can be attached to Doc C 7 Revision level 1 Effective Date 05 31 2012 Approved date 05 31 2012 Written by ST AO Checked by AO CE Approved by AO CHINOOK mw wu your harness shock absorber If the work area system must be attached to the dorsal D then the new system is attached and the double leg
122. y cannot reach the ladder and or rescue themselves the rig rescue plan will need to be put into effect Rescue is conducted by trained individuals utilizing a winch line pre engineered rope haul system or similar device 187 6 1 Winch line Rescue Using proper fall protection techniques as outlined within this document one rescuer will immediately climb the rig with a rope tagline rescue pulley or similar shiv anchor strap and positioning lanyard attached to his harness The rescuer will need to move to the worker from the ladder this will require them to move across the face of the rig using appropriate fall protection The rescuer will stop at the same level of the fallen worker move across the rig to the worker and properly position themselves using the positioning lanyard Once the fallen worker s condition is established the rescuer will administer what first aid is appropriate Normally the extent of medical attention that can be administered at height is limited to stemming the flow of blood from an open wound The rescuer will then anchor the tagline s pulley thread it and lower the tagline to the workers below By this time the haul crew will have prepared the winch for the rescue operation see manufacturers requirements for personnel hoisting will attach the tag line to the winch line s connector and will have a secondary fall arrest system available SRL or Rope Grab and vertical lifeline the secondary fall arrest system sha
123. y harness Put the tripod davit in place on the work platform with the anchor points directly over the entry hole Attach SRL and Winch so that the retrieval unit is placed on the highest possible anchor point Depending upon the manufacturer of the tripod this is normally achieved by using a re direct system on the tripod davit where the retrieval SRL is attached to the leg of the tripod davit and then the cable is run through a sheave anchored on the apex of the tripod davit It is important to position the retrieval unit for maximum clearance out of the confined space to facilitate an efficient retrieval of a fallen worker Doc C 7 Revision level 1 Effective Date 05 31 2012 Approved date 05 31 2012 Written by ST AO Checked by AO CE Approved by AO CHINOOK pwr wu 193 5 1 Lowering operations e While it is industry practice to attach an SRL to a harnesses integral shock absorber the inclusion of the shock absorber will decrease the overhead clearance during a retrieval operation As such for the purpose of entering into a confined space where the cable will not be impacted over a sharp edge attach the snap hook from the fall arrest and rescue system SRL to the harnesses Dorsal D ring Properly inspect SRL and connecting hardware If any piece of equipment fails the pre use inspection that equipment shall be removed from service until a formal inspection by a competent person has been conducted and

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