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5) Personnel

HAZARD

POSSIBLE CAUSE

CONSEQUENCE

SOLUTION

Human factors

Inadequate training.

Incorrect choice of

Ensure adequate training.

(Knowledge

Lack of competence.

equipment.

Check competency level

based)

Incorrect attachment of

of personnel involved in

lifting accessories.

lifting operation.

Incorrect operation of

Increase supervision.

equipment.

Load swinging.

Load striking person.

Load striking plant.

Equipment damage.

Personnel injury.

Human factors

Slips.

Incorrect choice of

Pre-job safety meetings

(Error based).

Lapse.

equipment.

Realistic time frame to

Mistakes.

Incorrect attachment of

perform job.

lifting accessories.

Increase supervision.

Incorrect operation of

equipment.

Load swinging.

Load striking person.

Load striking plant.

Equipment damage.

Personnel injury.

6) Structural

HAZARD

POSSIBLE CAUSE

CONSEQUENCE

SOLUTION

Structural

Incorrect load applied to

Dropped object

Engineering calculations

collapse

structural component.

Load striking person

Proof load testing

Load striking plant

Equipment fitted or fitted

Lifting equipment not fitted and

Personnel injury

by trained/competent

assembled correctly

personnel

Thorough examination by

competent person prior to

use

Deck collapse

Inadequate surface loading

Mobile crane instability

Engineering calculations

Ground

Capacity for weight of load

Deck failure

Correct anchorage

subsidence

Environmental conditions

Dropped object

Spreader plates placed

Load striking person

under load or mobile

Load striking plant

crane outriggers

Personnel injury

Soil testing

7) Principles to a safe lift

Before the lift:

1. Ensure personnel are competent.

2. Assess the load & identify the risks.

3. Select the correct lifting equipment.

4. Carry out a pre-use check.

5. Ensure lifting equipment is fitted correctly.

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6. Identify what could go wrong - take appropriate precautions.

7. Control the danger zone during lifting operation.

8. Prevent the load from swinging.

9. Avoid trapping hazards & lifting over personnel.

10. Ensure there is adequate space to land the load.

After Lift:

1. Check equipment after use.

2. Store in correct conditions.

All Lifting Operations must have appropriate Lifting Plan in place.

Important: If you find a problem stop the job and ask!

Work is never so urgent or important that we cannot take time to do it safety.

a) Lift categorization assessment

Routine lifts (part 1)

If the answer to all questions above is “Yes”, proceed with the Routine lift.

Questions

Yes

Has the lifting operation been performed before?

Is there a documented procedure?

Are you experienced with all the lifting equipment to be used?

Has the load been checked and made ready for lifting (e.g. sea

fastenings released, hold down bolts removed)?

Do you have the experience to lift a load of this weight?

Is the lifting area free from obstructions and other possible hazards?

Can the lifting operation be carried out without the use of Webbing

Slings? Or is a site-specific procedure for the use of webbing slings in

place?

If the answer to any of the above is “No”, go to Part 2 (Simple Lift)

Assessment Part 1 performed by ________________________________

Job title __________________________

Date ____________________________

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Simple lifts (part 2)

Questions

Yes

Do you know the weight of the load and does the lifting operation

appear to be straightforward?

If the load is heavier than you normally handle, do you have the

relevant permission and/or permit?

Is there a crane or certified support steelwork (e.g. runway beam or

lifting eye) directly above the load?

Does the load have certified lifting points (lifting eyes/collar eyebolts,

etc.) fitted and if not, can slings be wrapped around easily (e.g. no

sharp edges, load not fragile, etc.)?

Is there ample headroom for the lifting appliance and slings?

Is the lift stable (e.g. centre of gravity below lifting points)?

Is the lift balanced (e.g. centre gravity in the middle) or fitted with

special slings to compensate?

Is the load free to be lifted (e.g. sea fastenings released, all hold-down

bolts removed, not jammed, etc.)?

Is the removal route clear of any obstructions?

Can the removal (lift, transfer and landing) be performed without cross

hauling?

Is there suitable lay down area and does the load come within the

allowable load bearing capacity of the ground/deck?

Are you experienced in using all the lifting equipment and gear

involved?

Can the lifting operation be carried out without the use of Webbing

Slings? Or is a site specific procedure for the use of webbing slings in

place?

If the answer to any of the above is “No” go to Part 3 (Complicated Lifts)

If the answer to all questions above is “Yes” proceed with the Simple lift.

Assessment Part 2 performed by _____________________________________________

Job Title ____________________________________________

Date _______________________________________________

NOTE: To the lifting operation nominated person:

If you can give solutions to the negatives in the above questionnaire to allow the lift to

proceed safely, write the instructions in the box. If you cannot supply a solution, seek

guidance from the Lifting Co-Coordinator.

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Complicated Lifts (part 3)

The personnel about to perform the lifting operation shall complete the table below.

Tick against factors, which are applicable and specific to this lifting operation and indicate

whether or not you have the relevant experience to deal with them.

QUESTIONS

Yes

Is the lift stable? (i.e. centre of gravity below the lifting points and

not offset) .

Is the centre of the gravity for the load viewed as balanced and

acceptable?

Can the lift be performed without cross-hauling or being

restrained?

Does the load have specific lifting attachments?

Is the load robust? (not fragile)

Does the load have a limited surface area that will not cause

instability in the wind?

Does the load require only one crane? E.g: no tandem lifting

Can the lift be performed without rotation?

Uncertified structural components- can the lift be carried out

safely without the need for MHC engineering calculations

If the answer to any of the above is “No” go to Part 4 (Complex Lifts)

If the answer to all questions above is “Yes” proceed with the Complicated Lifts.

Assessment Part 3 performed by________________________________________

Job title __________________________

Date _____________________________

Approved/Endorsed by__________________________________

Job Title __________________________________

Date ____________________________________

NOTE : To the Lifting Coordinator:

If you have experience and can advise personnel involved in the lifting operation how to deal

with the complication, allow the task to proceed but only under your guidance. However if

you decide that the operation is out with the scope of your competence, indicate the reasons

applicable in the table in Part 4 complex lifts before passing it to the LTA

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Complex Lifts (part 4)

Lifting operations or conditions, which would merit additional engineering input

Tick

REASONS FOR REQUESTING ENGINEERING INPUT

box

The lifting operation involves divers

The lifting operation is sub-sea

The load will be travelled over unprotected process plant and machinery

The load is classified as heavy (as specified by the Site Lifting Coordinator*) and is not being

transported in CCU

The lift involves a floating crane

The load is critical to business

The lift is in a confined space and/or an area with very restricted headroom.

Use of non-certified structural components, which require engineering calculations

Personnel Transfer / Man-riding activity where no approved site specific procedures exist

Lifting Plan/Method Statement and Risk Assessment Part 4 performed by

__________________________________

Job Title____________________________

Date _______________________________

Approved/Endorsed by (delete as applicable)

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Appendix A

Glossary of Terms

Anomaly:

Is a condition which falls outside the present design criteria for the equipment.

Asset

Offshore complex, sub-sea facility, transportation line an onshore terminal and loading

facilities.

Azerbaijan Strategic Performance Unit:

All operations conducted by or on behalf of any Performance Unit or Project in Azerbaijan,

Georgia, or Turkey.

Lifting Equipment Engineering Association (LEEA):

An independent organisation recognised as the technical authority within the industry

responsible for establishing Codes of Practice and training standards.

Non-Statutory examination:

Examination carried out by a person deemed to be competent to determine whether or not a

lifting equipment item is safe to use.

Thorough Examination:

Statutory examination carried out by a competent person for the purpose of certifying that an

item of lifting equipment is free from patent defect and is satisfactory for further use as

specified by the manufacturer.

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Appendix B

Inspection & Certification of Temporary or New Cranes

Temporary or new cranes to site must have relevant certification and be inspected before

use by a competent person. The certification and inspection should in include as a minimum

the items on this spread sheet.

Crane Certification Details

Make:

Tag / ID No:

Inspection Date :

Serial No:

SWL :

Test Cert No:

Previous Inspection Details

Date of Test:

Company:

Inspector :

Date of Last Visual:

Company:

Inspector :

Visual Cert No:

Company:

Inspector :

Crane Equipment

Main Hoist Rope

Serial No:

Cert No:

Date Fitted:

Boom Hoist Rope ( Luff ) if fitted

Serial No:

Cert No:

Date Fitted:

Whip Line ( If fitted )

Serial No:

Cert No:

Date Fitted:

Headache Ball ( If fitted )

Serial No:

Cert No:

Date Tested:

Crane Block

Serial No:

Cert No:

Date Tested:

Boom Pennant Lines ( If fitted )

Serial No:

Cert No:

Date Fitted:

Wedge Sockets ( if fitted )

Serial No:

Cert No:

Date Fitted:

Load Indicator and load chart

SLI Type:

Model:

Calibration Date:

Load Chart: Yes / No

Load Chart visible Yes / No

Boom Angle indicator: Yes / No

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Appendix D

Examples of Lifting Plans - Routine

AIOC Chirag 1

Lifting Operations Plan

Title

Tie in Dump Line

Area

M2a North

Lifting Plan No.

CH-P-LP 07

Generic / Specific:

Specific

Risk Assessment No.

Category Of Lift

Routine

Date

Revision

Rev-1

Diagrams, Drawings or Sketches

Max Weight of Load :

100kg Calculated

attached.

Actual / Assumed /

Calculated

Brief Description of Lifting Operation.

Remove existing spool and install tie in tee piece.

Certified Lifting Equipment and Accessories to be Used (Specify Type, SWL and Colour Code):

1 X 1te swl chain-blocks, 1 x 1te swl nylon slings, 21x 4.75te wll shackle, 1 x beam clamps. Colour code Green.

Cross Reference Relevant Procedures and Documents: ie DOG, engineering Calcs etc

N/A

All Lifting Operations Require The Following To Be Considered But This List Is Not Exhaustive

Every Lift Every Time

Specify, Yes / No

 Pre-use equipment checks by competent person.

 Working under suspended loads.

Yes

 All lifting equipment should have SWL identified.

 Route adjacent to or over live plant:

Yes

 Weight, size, shape, certification and centre of

 Conflicting tasks in area/adjacent worksites.

Yes

gravity.

 Trial lift required.

Yes

 Proximity hazards, obstructions, path of load,

 Risk of overturning, Cross hauling, tandem lift:

laydown area load bearing capacity

 Method of slinging/attaching/detaching the load. Yes

 Environmental conditions including weather / Sea.

 Availability of certified lifting points.

Yes

 Responsibilities clearly defined eg rigger / slinger /

 Lift is in Crane Radius.

N/A

banksman.

 Safe access / Scaffolding.

Yes

 Experience, competence and training of personnel.

 TRA level 2 ? - agree with AA

 All lifts must be checked for loose objects.

N/A

 TRA level 1

 Confirm No of Tag Lines Required:

N/A

 PTW to be raised

 Confirm Number of personnel required for task:

 Tool Box Talk - on site

 Check Certification - especially for non-standard

lifts / loads from supply vessel (ie not CCU or

Baskets)

Task Details (step by step)

Position the new spool above and to the North of the existing spool, secured to the 152mm x 300mm “I” beam using a beam

clamp and 1te chain-blocks, this task will be completed prior to shutdown.

Remove the dump line blind flange.

Bolt up the new spool.

Methods of communication to be used :

Radio- / verbal-Yes / hand signals-

Steps to be taken to eliminate danger to personnel: barriers / permit to work procedure/ toolbox talks / lifting plan / no

conflicting tasks in the area. (delete as appropriate) All above

Authorisation:

Level of Operational Control: Area Authority / Permit to Work

Engineering Support Required: No

Competent Person

Signature

Date

Reviewed by

Signature

Date

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Examples of Lifting Plans - Simple

AIOC Chirag 1

Lifting Operations Plan

Title

Shutdown BV/GV Change

Area

Well-bay

out WI Manifold.

Lifting Plan No.

CH-O-LP 008

Generic / Specific:

Specific

Risk Assessment No.

Category of Lift

Simple

Date

Revision

Rev-1

Diagrams, Drawings or Sketches

Max Weight of Load :

100kg Assumed

attached.

Actual / Assumed /

Calculated

Brief Description of Lifting Operation.

Change out Globe Valve No 36656 and Ball Valve 36655 using rigging equipment.

Certified Lifting Equipment and Accessories to be Used (Specify Type, SWL and Colour Code):

2 x 2te swl beam clamps, 3 x 4.75 wll shackles, 4 x 3mtr 1te swl wire slings, 1 x 1te swl chain-block, Colour code Green.

Cross Reference Relevant Procedures and Documents: ie DOG, engineering Calcs etc

N/A

All Lifting Operations Require The Following To Be Considered But This List Is Not Exhaustive

Every Lift Every Time

Specify, Yes / No

 Pre-use equipment checks by competent person.

 Working under suspended loads.

Yes

 All lifting equipment should have SWL identified.

 Route adjacent to or over live plant:

Yes

 Weight, size, shape, certification and centre of

 Conflicting tasks in area/adjacent worksites.

Yes

gravity.

 Trial lift required.

Yes

 Proximity hazards, obstructions, path of load,

 Risk of overturning, Cross hauling, tandem lift:

laydown area load bearing capacity

 Method of slinging/attaching/detaching the load. Yes

 Environmental conditions including weather / Sea.

 Availability of certified lifting points.

Yes

 Responsibilities clearly defined eg rigger / slinger /

 Lift is in Crane Radius.

banksman.

 Safe access / Scaffolding.

N/A

 Experience, competence and training of personnel.

 TRA level 2 ? - agree with AA

 All lifts must be checked for loose objects.

 TRA or Baskets)

Task Details (step by step)

Both valves will be installed using the same equipment:

Pre-works

Safely secure 2 x beam clamps to the overhead 152mm x 300mm “I” beams situated directly above and either side of the valve

location, shackle a 3mtr sling to each beam clamp, shackle both lazy eyes together.

Secure a 1te chain-block to the hanging shackle.

Sling both new valves ready for installation.

Change Out.

Methods of communication to be used :

Radio- / verbal-Yes / hand signals-

Steps to be taken to eliminate danger to personnel: barriers / permit to work procedure/ toolbox talks / lifting plan / no

conflicting tasks in the area.

(delete as appropriate) All above

Authorisation:

Level of Operational Control: Area Authority / Permit to Work

Engineering Support Required: No

Competent Person

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Date

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Date

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Examples of Lifting Plans - Complicated

AIOC Chirag 1

Lifting Operations Plan

Title

Remove Runway Beam

Area

M2A CD

Lifting Plan No.

CH-P-LP-002

Generic / Specific:

Specific

Risk Assessment No.

Category Of Lift

Complicated

Date

Revision Rev 1

Rev 1

Diagra

ings or Sketches attached.

Max Weight of Load :

1.4te Actual.

Actual / Assumed / Calculated

Brief D

n of Lifting Operation / Sketch:

Remove the maintenance runway beam.

Certified Lifting Equipment and Accessories to be Used (Specify Type, SWL and Colour Code):

4 x 2te swl chain-blocks, 8 x 3 et swl wire slings, 6 x 4.75 te swl bow shackles,1 x 3te pull-lift. Colour code green.

Cross Reference Relevant Procedures and Documents: ie DOG, engineering Calcs etc

Ref; EQ KA00-EQ104.

All Lifting Operations Require The Following To Be Considered But This List Is Not Exhaustive

Every Lift Every Time

Specify, Yes / No

Pre-use equipment checks by competent person.

Working under suspended loads.

Yes/No

All lifting equipment should have SWL identified.

Route adjacent to or over live plant:

Yes/No

Weight, size, shape, certification and centre of gravity.

Conflicting tasks in area/adjacent worksites.

Yes/No

Proximity hazards, obstructions, path of load, laydown area load

Trial lift required.

Yes/No

bearing capacity

Risk of overturning, Cross hauling, tandem lift: Yes/No

Environmental conditions including weather / Sea.

Method of slinging/attaching/detaching the load. Yes/No

Responsibilities clearly defined eg rigger / slinger / banksman.

Availability of certified lifting points.

Yes/No

Experience, competence and training of personnel.

Lift is in Crane Radius.

Yes/No

All lifts must be checked for loose objects.

Safe access / Scaffolding.

Yes/No

TRA level 1

TRA level 2 ? - agree with AA

Yes/No

PTW to be raised

Confirm No of Tag Lines Required:

Confirm Number of personnel required for task:

Task Details (step by step)

Safety.

All rigging equipment being used for this task will have a minimum SWL of 2Te.

A minimum of 2 pieces of rigging equipment will support the beam at all times.

Barriers must be erected to ensure nobody can walk under this load.

A tannoy announcement will be made to stay clear of the area.

Isolate the line of sight gas detectors. Ash 016.

Care must be taken whilst rigging close to Ash 016, hold back rigging must be in place to ensure

the beam does not touch the monitor.

Pre-rigging

Safely secure a 3 Te Swl sling 2.5mtrs from the North end of the runway beam.

Safely secure 2 x 3 Te Swl sling 2.5mtrs from the South end of the runway beam.

Safely secure 4 x 3Te chain blocks to the sub main deck 300mm x 152mm “I” beams.

Safely secure 4 x 2te minimum swl wire slings directly under the chain-block locations , secure the chain blocks to the slings, take

weight.

Methods of communication to be used :

Radio

verbal Yes

hand signals

Steps to be taken to eliminate danger to personnel: barriers / permit to work procedure / tannoy / toolbox talks / lifting plan / no conflicting tasks

in the area.

(delete as appropriate)

Authorisation:

Level of Operational Control: Area Authority / Permit to Work

Engineering Support Required: No

Competent Person

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Date

Reviewed by

Signature

Date

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Examples of Lifting Plans - Complex

Azfen fabrication yard quayside (Baku)

Lifting Operations Plan

Title

Lifting plan for the purpose of

Area

lifting drilling template and

associated floatation cradle (for

testing and subsequently

transportation).

Lifting Plan No.

CH-P-LP-002

Generic / Specific:

Specific

Risk Assessment No.

Category Of Lift

Complex

Date

Revision Rev 1

Rev 1

Diagrams, Drawings or Sketches attached.

Max Weight of Load :

Cradle- (Design) 50500kg

Actual / Assumed / Calculat. Template- (Design) 41600kg

Task D

ep by step)

Method:

Lift tem

o the cradle using Titan crane barge (interface test as detailed in FAT E687)

 Insuring adequately located access ladders are provided for access to the cradle.

 Attach 4 off 25 tonne safety bow tonne shackles to the lifting points/pad eyes (identified on drawing 3847/01).

 Whilst at ground level, attach 4 off single leg “jumper” slings (Single leg wire rope sling “ 3,5Mx38mm dia, 6x36 IWRC RHOL Galv C/W

soft eye each end, 18.6 tonne SWL template lift sling via 4 off 25 tonne shackles.

 Position the Titan crane hook at an appropriate height and position.

 Crane hook to swivel sling (2 leg wire rope Assy 3 metre x 64 mm dia, 6x36IWRC galv RHOL fitted to HA 70 ML masterlink C/W hard

eyes all round.

 Attach a 55 tonne safety bow shackle to the aforementioned sling master-link.

 Fit 55 tonne swivel to the aforementioned 55 tonne safety bow shackle keeping any manual handling (lifting/bending) to an absolute

minimum.

 Attach the other 55 tonne safety bow shackle to the bottom of the 60 tonne swivel.

 Attach the (2 off-2 leg wire rope sling assy 4.1Mx38mm dia 6Xiwrc GALV RHOL fitted to HA 45 ML masterlink C/W hard eyes) and 4 off

single leg template lifting sling assembly to the 55 tonne shackle via the master link.

 Attach tag lines to the end of the lift assembly.

 Under the supervision of the lift supervisor, slowly lift and position each individual sling assembly leg such as it can be assembled to the

template via the 4 off previously attached 25 tonne shackles on the template.

 Position personnel in appropriate safe positions.

 Then commence when lift supervisor determines it is safe to do so, slowly lift the template and carry out the interface test As specified in

E687.

 When test is determined to be successful, slowly lift the template from the cradle and place in an appropriate location in preparation for

the other aspects of testing as specified in E687.

 Disconnect the lower 55 tonne safety bow shackle, remove template lift sling assembly lay-down in an appropriate position on the

template. Taking care to ensure that all equipment is prevented from „swinging‟ and manual handling is kept to a minimum.



Methods of communication to be used :

Radio

verbal Yes

hand signals

Steps to be taken to eliminate danger to personnel: barriers / permit to work procedure / tannoy / toolbox talks / lifting plan / no conflicting tasks

in the area.

(delete as appropriate)

Authorisation:

Level of Operational Control: Area Authority / Permit to Work

Engineering Support Required: No

Competent Person

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Date

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Date

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Appendix E

Check List for Pre-use

Mobile Crane Inspection Form

At the beginning of each shift or working day that the crane is in use, the following

routine as appropriate for the type of crane shall be carried out as a minimum.

NOTE: this list shall be added to (by Site Lifting Coordinator) for specialized

equipment, e.g. vacuum lifting equipment.

To be completed by the Site Competent Person (Deck

Comments

Forman/Site Lifting and Rigging Supervisor)

Owner

Crane Model

Date Of Last Inspection

Date Of Last Test

Current Cert No.

Makers Serial No.

Visual Examination of Jib Sections

Function test of Limit/Safety Devices

Outriggers, functioning properly and can take the full weight

of the Crane/load

Daily checks specified in the manufacturer‟s handbook.

A check that all ropes are correctly positioned in their

sheaves and that drums are not displaced.

A visual check that electrical equipment is not exposed to

contamination by oil, grease, water or dirt.

A visual check by inspecting relevant levels and/or

components, that no loss of fluids (e.g. lubricant oil,

coolant) is apparent.

A check for correct operation of all limit switches or cut-

outs and the dead man‟s handle or lever, applying caution

during checking in case of malfunction.

A check that the automatic safe load indicator is correctly

set and that the manufacturer‟s daily test is carried out.

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A check that the correct air pressure is maintained in any

pneumatic control system (e.g. brakes).

A check that lights, windscreen wiper(s) and washers

operate efficiently.

A visual check for security of wheels and the condition of

tyres, on wheel-mounted cranes.

A check for correct function of all crane controls without

load.

A check for correct operation of audible warning devices.

A check that the crane is in tidy condition and free from

tins of oil, rags, tools, or materials other that sufficient

access and egress are provided, and that appropriate fire

fighting equipment is available.

A check that there are no obstructions in the path of travel

of the crane.

Drivers experience to be reviewed.

Crane maintenance / certification to be reviewed.

Written pre-use check to be carried out prior to crane use.

Extracted from standard BS 7121 - this list does not replace the standard Crane

Driver Check List

Crane accepted/rejected (underline).

Name:

Position:

Date:

For Standard Form go to: Baku office on Eubaks5/Operations/Safety & Environment/Checklist

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Appendix F

BP North Sea Lifting Rules

The following fundamental rules will be applied to all lifting operations with zero tolerance:

All personnel must keep out of any area where they might be injured by a falling or shifting

load. Do not stand below loads. Never stand between loads and walls/bulkheads etc.

Always ensure an escape route is available.

Immediately a lift deviates from plan or any complication arises the lifting operation must be

stopped and made safe. All personnel should remain in positions clear of the lift until

reassessment/re-planning of the lift is carried out.

Lifting operations will be undertaken by a minimum of three competent people: crane

operator, banksman/flagman and load handler.

The banksman/flagman controls the initial lifting of the load, lay down of the load and lifts

that are out of the line of vision of the crane operator. The crane operator is responsible

while the load is in the air. The banksman must:

a) Ensure that he/she is easily identifiable from other personnel by wearing a hi-vis jacket

or waistcoat, which is clearly marked to indicate that he/she is the authorized crane

banksman.

Not touch the load. He/she must stand back from the load being handled in a

prominent position where he/she has a good view of the lifting activities.

c) Remain in communication with the load handler and crane operator at all times.

d) Keep the load handler in sight during the lifting operation.

The load handler must:

a) Stand clear while a load is lifted clear of the deck and landed, while slack is taken up

with or without a load on the hook and must confirm to the banksman that he is clear.

b) Not touch a load being landed until it is below his/her waist height and never attempt to

manually stop a swinging load.

c) Be easily identifiable, and distinct from the banksman.

For BP operated installations and onshore sites there will be no stacking of containers,

baskets, tanks and half heights.

For designated installations where this is not practicable, stacking requires prior permission of

the relevant Business Unit Leader and:

a) Equipment is specifically designed for that purpose, and clearly marked as suitable for

stacking.

b) Stacking is confined to pre-designated areas.

c) Risk assessment of stacking operations is performed and shows that the risk involved

alternative practicable approaches.

d) Stacked containers must have an additional pennant so that the crane hook can be

attached/detached while the load handler is standing at deck level.

e) Stacking and de-stacking is controlled by permit.

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The attached notes are an integral part of these rules.

Notes:

These rules were developed for deck lifts or deck/boat lifts using pedestal cranes on offshore

installations. They will also be applicable to similar lifts using mobile cranes, crawler cranes etc

on BP operated onshore sites.

For lifts with other devices (e.g. workshop cranes, winches, hiabs) rules 1 and 2 will always be

applicable. Consider the application of rules 3-6 during job planning and risk assessment.

The rules do not specifically apply to the holding in position of items of equipment during well

servicing/wire line activities. These specialist activities should be covered by job specific

procedures, permit and detailed risk assessment.

1. Rule1: This includes not getting under slung loads, not getting into areas where they could

be trapped between the load and something else. Third parties not involved in the lifting

operation also have a responsibility to keep out of areas where lifting is being conducted.

This rule is now added to the GBC Golden Rules website and will be incorporated into the

Golden Rule booklets at the next revision.

2. Load Handler may also be designated as Slinger, Deck Operator or Hookman.

3. Rule 5b) In some essential lay-down areas it is necessary to manoeuvre containers into

limited landing areas adjacent to handrails, where the handrails are slightly in excess of

waist height. Where it is considered essential to continue using these lay-down areas, and

the lowest practicable risk is provided by touching the load above waist height to orient it,

installations must identify and document steps to be taken to mitigate the risk to the load

handler.

4. i) The intention is to eliminate stacking of containers and other loads as identified in rule 6.

ii) For some installations (particularly some MODU‟s) this may not be practicable due to

limitations on deck space. Exception to the no stacking rule is intended to cater for these

installations and not to provide a general opportunity for all installations to stack as soon as

deck space becomes congested.

iii) BU‟s must be designated on which installations this is not practicable and where stacking

may be undertaken and document why the decision to allow stacking was made.

iv) For those installations where no stacking is not currently practicable, a review should be

undertaken to consider what would be required to be able to operate on a no stacking

basis.

v) However, after appropriate review and documentation, particular equipment (e.g. sphere

racks in SNS) may be authorized as suitable for stacking even though stacking of other

containers is banned on that installation.

vi) Assets should reassess the design of equipment currently designated as suitable for

stacking, to confirm that it is fit for purpose both loaded and empty.

vii) Installations who intend to designate equipment or areas suitable for stacking should

consider using the MOC process to review and document the justification.

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5. These rules are not exhaustive. They reinforce behavioral aspects of lifting. Procedural and

equipment issues such as risk assessment, lifting equipment specification, lifting plans,

regulation (e.g. LOLER in UK) are also essential to safe lifting. Crane drivers, load handlers

and check operators should comply with contractors‟ procedures, comply with regulatory

requirements, use risk assessments and toolbox talks where appropriate and must be

prepared to stop the job at any stage if the safety of the operation may be compromised.

6. The Deck Operations and Lifting Forum is currently working with crane and deck operations

contractors to identify best practice and establish common procedures for all contractors.

New UK standard operating procedures will be developed from this review. This forum will

be explained to include Norway and Netherlands.

7. These rules are immediately applicable. Although issued under the overall authority of the

Regional Leadership team, for document control purposes they will be maintained as

separate controlled documents within the Management System in UK, Norway and

Netherlands.

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Appendix G

BP AzSPU reference document for the Selection, Application and Control of Man

Made Fiber Slings for Lifting Operations

Purpose

The purpose of this reference document is to describe the current AzSPU Policy and

Procedures for the safe selection, application and control of man-made fibre slings for lifting

operations, their subsequent inspection requirements and discard process following

completion of the lifting operation.

The use of any type of man made fiber slings in lifting operations will automatically

categorize the lift to at least “Complicated.”

Certification for this type of sling is valid for 6 months only after which time it will be removed

from service and destroyed. NO RECERTIFICATION.

Introduction

All lifting operations on AzSPU sites, including those undertaken by third party contractors,

shall be implemented under the principles of Lifting Operations & Lifting Equipment

Regulations (LOLER 98/SI-2037).

Regulation 8 of LOLER stipulates that all lifting operations using Lifting Appliances and

Accessories should be carried out in a safe manner, under adequate supervision and

following a lifting operation risk assessment and predetermined plan. The degree of planning

is dependent on the lifting equipment to be used, the category of the lifting operation and the

degree of risk involved.

Lifting Sling Selection

When planning the lifting operation consideration should be given to the working load limit,

the mode of use, the nature of the load and the environment in which it is to be used.

Wherever possible, it is recommended that wire rope slings be used for lifting operations.

Never use a man made fiber sling of any type if, during the lifting operation, it can be

subjected to shock or snatch loading and never use this type of sling on boat lifting

operations.

Man made fibre slings are available in five basic formats, the two most commonly used in

lifting operations are the Flat Soft Becketed Eye type webbing sling and the Endless Round

Sling.

The Endless Round sling is the most adaptable for general-purpose use as they are more

flexible, and when choked, provide a more efficient „grip‟ on the load. Flat Soft Becket Eye

type webbing slings are more suitable for use in a “basket type” lifting mode rather than in

„choke‟ mode.

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Examination and Discard Criteria

Slings constructed in man-made fibers are easily damaged and can be sensitive to chemical

attack.

Strength is lost if there are any cuts, tears, abrasion, fraying and burst stitching, therefore

this sling type requires close examination by a competent person for any signs of damage

prior to every lifting operation.

Endless Round Slings are manufactured with an outer protective sheath, which prevents the

ingress of chemicals and dirt, which can lead to the deterioration of the sling fibers in

service. The protective sheath also makes the examination for defects more difficult and

onerous than that of the Flat Webbing Sling.

Man-Made Fibre Endless Round Slings:

Endless Round slings shall only be used for general purpose lifting duties on the site

providing the sling has a current certificate of conformity and there is an approved lifting plan

and risk assessment for the operation. Site Lifting Coordinator shall inspect slings for

suspected or evident damage prior to use. The sling(s) shall be physically removed and

destroyed if any damage is suspected or evident. Certification for this type of sling is valid for

6 months after which time it will be removed from service and destroyed.

Man-Made Fibre Flat Webbing Slings:

Flat Webbing Slings shall only be used for special lifts where the component to be lifted can

be damaged by the use of conventional wire rope slings. Flat webbing slings shall be used

for lifting duties on the site providing the sling has a current certificate of conformity and

there is an approved lifting plan and risk assessment for the operation. Site Lifting

Coordinator shall inspect slings for suspected or evident damage prior to use. The sling(s)

shall be physically removed and destroyed if any damage is suspected or evident.

Certification for this type of sling is valid for 6 months after which time it will be removed from

service and destroyed.

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Appendix I: Procedure Summary

Banksman

Certification, Examination & Testing

LIFTING OPERATIONS

No lifting operation will take place without an appointed banksman

All lifting equipment shall be inspected and certified. A colour

who will be easily identified by wearing a high visibility vest. The

coding system shall be in place to prove that loose equipment has

Lifting Appliances

banksman must be suitably trained and have adequate experience

been inspected at least once every 6 months. Written records of

Any mechanical devices capable of raising or lowering a load e.g.

for the role.

these inspections are to be maintained.

cranes, fork lift trucks, suspended cradles, powered and manual

hoists, lever and rope hoists, beam trolleys, winches and chain

His primary role is to guide the crane operator, and must never be

The following colour code cycle will be used on portable lifting

blocks

physically involved in the lift.

equipment of categories 1 and 2 to indicate that they have been

examined and fit for use for a six-month period:

Lifting Accessories

Crane Driver / Operator

Any device which is used or designed to be used directly or

Cranes shall only be operated by properly trained and qualified

Green

(April 2007 to October 2007)

indirectly to connect a load to a lifting appliance and which does

personnel who have been authorized by site management. They

Blue

(October 2007 to April 2008)

not form part of the load, e.g. wire, fibre and chain slings, hooks

must not perform other work and must never leave the controls until

Yellow

(April 2008 to October 2008)

and fittings, swivels, shackles, eye bolts and plate clamps.

a load is safely landed.

Then back to Green

BP Golden Rule

Riggers & Slingers

Lifts utilizing cranes, hoists, or other mechanical lifting devices will

All personnel who use rigging equipment must have completed a

NOTE: Colour Code for the 6 month period shall be clearly

not commence unless:

basic rigging training course, approved by BP and appropriate to the

identified and posted in Permit offices and security entrances to

site / installation operational needs.

the site or facility.

¾ An assessment of the lift has been completed and the lift

method and the equipment has been determined by a

The Load

All transit slings will be colour coded as shown below. This will

competent person(s)

The weight of all loads should be known and particular care must be

ensure that all lifting equipment is easily identified and kept

¾ Operators of powered lifting devices are trained and certified

taken when calculating the weight of any plant or equipment prior to

separate from the transit slings. The control and re-certification of

for that equipment

lifting, especially when it may contain a liquid (for example, coiled

unused transit slings shall be the responsibility of the site

¾ Rigging of the load is carried out by a competent person(s)

tubing reels, heat exchangers, etc). The crane operator must be

manager / Site Controller / Offshore Installation Manager.

¾ Lifting devices and equipment have been certified for use

advised of the weight of each load to be lifted.

within the last 12 months (at a minimum)

Brown

(April to October)

¾ Load does not exceed dynamic and/or static capacities of the

Lift Planning & Risk Assessment

Purple

(October to April)

lifting equipment

All lifts must follow a documented procedure and the risks must be

¾ Any safety devices installed on lifting equipment are

assessed.

Cranes are to be formerly inspected and certified every

operational

months by a competent 3^rd party agreed by BP and contractor.

¾ All lifting devices and equipment have been visually

A complex lift study is required if:

examined before each lift by a competent person(s)

Where possible all lifting equipment should be hard stamped with

¾ The lift involves more than one crane

the safe working load (SWL). Where it is not possible to hard

Personnel in Charge of Lifting Operations

¾ The load has a very high $ value

stamp the SWL directly onto the equipment, the following

Personnel in charge of lifting operations are responsible for

¾ The load is above 90% of the cranes load chart capacity

alternatives are acceptable:

ensuring:

¾ The load is in excess of 20,000 kilograms

¾ The load is being lifted in and out of a confined space

¾ Hard stamp the safe working load on ferrules (for example

¾ The immediate safety of all personnel involved in the lifting

on wire rope slings)

activity

All other lifts which do not fall under the above criteria shall be

¾ Hard stamp the safe working load on a metal plate securely

¾ That all equipment used is suitable for the task and is within

covered by the Project Crane Set-up and Basic Lifting Plan which is

attached to equipment (for example, on chain hoists)

test date

contained in the operator‟s cabin of each crane.

¾ That the lifting operation has been risk assessed and

planned

¾ That the activity is executed in accordance with the plan

¾ That lifting operations are halted if an unsafe situation occurs

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¾ The operating limitations shall be clearly displayed in the cab

of the crane.

Lift Categorization Assessments are as follows:

LIFTING OPERATIONS (cont)

Outriggers

Routine Lifts (part 1)

Statistics show that at least 50% of crane incidents occur because

CHECKLIST

YES

Safe Working Load Indicators

the mobile crane or outriggers are not set-up properly. Specific

Has the lifting operation been performed

All cranes must be fitted with a Safe Working Load Indicator. It is

hazards that can cause or contribute to failure or collapse include:

before?

the responsibility of the crane driver/operator to stop lifting a load

Is there a documented procedure?

that causes the Safe Load Indicators to alarm. In particular, crane

¾ Failure to extend the outriggers fully

Are you experienced with all the lifting

drivers/operators must not use the load radius alarms as an

¾ Not extending all outriggers

equipment to be used?

indication of working within safe limits.

¾ Failure to get completely “off-rubber”

Has the load been checked and made ready

¾ Not accounting for poor ground conditions

for lifting

(e.g. sea fastenings released, hold

Safe Working Load Indicators, or any other alarms fitted to lifting

¾ Failure to level the crane

down bolts removed)?

appliances shall not be disconnected or made unserviceable at

any time whilst the equipment is in service. Wherever such

Do you have the experience to lift a load of

Poor conditions reduce the amount of load a crane can safely place

warning devices have been disconnected or made unserviceable,

this weight?

on the outrigger pad. Because of this, all outriggers must have

the lifting equipment shall be taken out of service immediately and

Is the lifting area free from obstructions and

additional

“blocking‟ under them. Blocking will help disperse the

remain so until the devices are reinstated.

other possible hazards?

weight of the crane and its load over more ground area than does

Can the lifting operation be carried out without

the fixed pads.

Lift Area

the use of webbing slings? Or is a site-specific

All lift areas must be barricaded off to keep unauthorized

procedure for the use of webbing slings in

Leveling - If the outrigger pad is set down on unleveled “blocking”,

personnel out. Loads should not be moved over a work area. If

place?

the outrigger pad may slide off when under load, causing the crane

this cannot be done, work should be temporarily halted and the

If the answer to any of the above is “NO”,

go to Part 2

to tip.

area cleared while the lift is taking place. The work area must be

(Simple Lift)

organized so that all trip or slip hazards are removed from the

Excavations - Cranes must be set-up so that no outrigger is closer

travel path before the load is suspended.

Simple Lifts (part 2)

than 1.5 times the depth of the excavation.

CHECKLIST

YES

Wind Speed

Do you know the weight of the load and does

Man-riding Operations

It is the responsibility of the site / installation Lifting Coordinator to

the lifting operation appear to be

Due to specific verification requirements, the suitability of cranes for

ensure that accurate and realistic wind speed readings using an

straightforward?

man-riding shall be assessed by Site Manager‟s / Site Controller‟s /

anemometer set.

If the load is heavier than you normally handle,

Offshore Installation Manager‟s and Site Lifting Coordinator‟s for

do you have the relevant permission and/or

each and every operation.

Lifting operations shall be suspended when average wind speeds

permit?

reach:

Is there a crane or certified support steelwork

Tag Lines

Tag lines shall be used on all lifting operations to control the load

(e.g. runway beam or lifting eye) directly above

¾ Onshore - 25 knots (12.86 m/sec)

the load?

from a safe distance. A tag line is used to enable the load to be

¾ Offshore - 35-40 knots (18 - 20.5 m/sec)

Does the load have certified lifting points (lifting

moved and positioned by allowing the rigger to stay out of harms

way.

eyes/collar eyebolts, etc.) fitted and if not, can

Cranes shall not be operated past this point unless all of the

slings be wrapped around easily (e.g. no sharp

following criteria are met:

edges, load not fragile, etc.)?

The minimum diameter of tag line shall be 16mm. Tag lines should

never be looped around hands, arms or other parts of the body.

Is there ample headroom for the lifting

¾ The lifting equipment (crane) is rated by the manufacturer to

General purpose gloves are to be worn when using tag lines.

appliance and slings?

operate in higher winds

Is the lift stable (e.g. centre of gravity below

¾ All risks have been identified and mitigation measures are in

To prevent slips, trips and falls when guiding a load with a tag line,

lifting points)?

place and documented

the travel path must be clear and safe before the load is suspended.

Is the lift balanced (e.g. centre gravity in the

¾ The responsible Area Authority has reviewed all

middle) or fitted with special slings to

documentation and has signed off

Lift Categories

compensate?

¾ That the operation is immediately stopped if conditions

To assist with the risk Assessment process, lifting operations have

Is the load free to be lifted (e.g. sea fastenings

deteriorate beyond those identified in the risk assessment

been divided into four categories, which are Routine, Simple,

released, all hold-down bolts removed, not

¾ The work is restricted to low level lifts

Complicated and Complex.

jammed, etc.)?

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Complex Lifts (part 4)

Outriggers are set on “blocks”

LIFTING OPERATIONS (cont)

Crane is level

REASONS FOR REQUESTING

YES

Tag line is connected to load and used to

ENGINEERING INPUT

control load

The lifting operation involves divers

Is the removal route clear of any obstructions?

The lifting operation is sub-sea

Checklist for Suitability of Cranes for Man-riding Operations

Can the removal (lift, transfer and landing) be

The load will be travelled over unprotected

performed without cross hauling?

process plant and machinery

QUESTIONS

YES

Is there suitable lay down area and does the

The load is classified as heavy (as specified by

Has it been established that no other viable

load come within the allowable load bearing

Site Lifting Coordinator*) and is not being

option of carrying out the work is available?

capacity of the ground/deck?

transported in CCU

Are all the necessary certificates for the crane

Are you experienced in using all the lifting

The lift involves a floating crane

wire ropes, slings and other associated

equipment and gear involved?

The load is critical to business

equipment current?

Can the lifting operation be carried out without

The lift is in a confined space and/or an area with

Has the crane and associated equipment been

the use of Webbing Slings? Or is a site specific

very restricted headroom.

thoroughly inspected by a suitably

procedure for the use of webbing slings in

Use of non-certified structural components, which

qualified/competent person within the last 6

place?

require engineering calculations

months?

If the answer to any of the above is “NO”, go to

Part 3

Personnel Transfer / Man-riding activity where no

Is the crane in good condition, regularly

(Complicated Lift)

approved site specific procedures exist

inspected and maintained and are records kept

to substantiate this?

Checklist Prior to Lifting Operation Taking Place

Are all the safety features and systems working

Complicated Lifts (part 3)

properly? e.g. Rated Capacity Indicators

QUESTIONS

YES

(RCIs), overhoist limiters, etc.

CHECKLIST

YES

Lift has been planned and risk assessed and

In the event of a complete power failure, will the

Is the lift stable? (i.e. centre of gravity below the

Crane Set-up booklet has been completed

crane maintain the load in a safe condition (e.g.

lifting points and not offset) .

The weight of the load is known by the crane

do the brakes fail to the applied position)?

Is the centre of the gravity for the load viewed

operator and the person in charge

Are the brakes applied progressively (e.g. to

as balanced and acceptable?

Wind speed is known and within acceptable

avoid shock or snatch loading)?

Can the lift be performed without cross-hauling

limits

In the event of a complete power failure can the

or being restrained?

Crane operator certification is current

personnel be recovered safely? (Is there a

Does the load have specific lifting attachments?

Banksman is easily identifiable “High Viz” jacket

recovery plan in place).

Is the load robust? (not fragile)

Banksman is not physically involved in the lift,

In the event of a primary brake or transmission

Does the load have a limited surface area that

guiding crane operator only

system failure, will the load be prevented from

will not cause instability in the wind?

Adequate means of communication between the

free-falling (e.g. is there a secondary braking

Does the load require only one crane? e.g: no

crane operator and banksman

system or does the transmission system have

tandem lifting

Equipment has been inspected and is painted

hydraulic retardation to prevent this)?

Can the lift be performed without rotation?

the correct colour

Is the crane fitted with an emergency stop,

Uncertified structural components- can the lift

Lift area is barricaded off

which is located for immediate operation by the

be carried out safely without the need for MHC

crane operator?

Lift will not endanger other operations

engineering calculations

Lift area is well organized and slip and trip

Is the crane so designed that inadvertent

If the answer to any of the above is “NO”, go to

Part 4

freefall is prevented when the drive train is in

hazards have been removed

(Complex Lift)

motion or the hook is loaded?

Outriggers are in “full out” position

Outriggers are correct distance from excavations

If the answer to any of the above is “NO”, “DO NOT” carry

out man-riding operations

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Revision/Review Log

Revision Date

Authority

Custodian

Revision Details

06 July 2004

Central Engineering

Lifting Technical

Initial issue as controlled document

Senior Authority

Authority

18 June 2007

Steve Grittner

John Thompson

Table of Contents:

(Central Engineering

Eldar Fiahardinov

Section 2 is now Definitions & Abbreviations. All

Senior Authority)

Barry Riddell

other sections moved forward, but remain the

(Lifting Technical

same headings.

Authorities)

General:

Throughout the procedure the document control

numbering for referred procedures has been

changed.

Section 1. Introduction:

1.1 is now Document Purpose. 1.2 is now

Document Scope, with first 4 paragraphs added.

The following are new sub-sections: 1.3 is now

Stopping Unsafe Work. 1.4 is now Deviations. 1.5

Document Review. 1.6 is now SSOW Specific

Cross References. 1.7 is now BP Golden Rules of

Safety 1.8 is now Language Facilitation. 1.9

Procedure Summary.

Section 2. Definitions:

This is a new section

Section 3. Lifting equipment:

First paragraph includes Safe Working Load. 3.1

CATEGORY 1. Now combined with CATEGORY

2. 3.4 CATEGORY 4. 2 additional bullet points.

3.5 CATEGORY 5. This section completely re-

worded. 3.6 CATEGORY 6. Additional paragraph

added. 3.7 Man-riding. This sub-section has been

deleted.

Section 4. Examination Philosophy:

4.1 Examination of Portable Lifting Equipment.

Additional paragraph entered. 4.2 Examination of

Fixed Lifting Equipment. Last paragraph removed.

4.4 Examination of CCU‟s. This sub-section

completely re-worded. 4.5 Examination of Mobile

lifting Equipment. This sub-section completely re-

worded.

Section 5. Reports / Records:

Paragraphs re-worded with bullet point added.

Section 6. Control Processes:

6.1 Rigging Loft (storage area). New sub-section.

6.2 Colour Coding. 3 paragraphs added. 6.3

Control of Portable Lifting Equipment.

Examination and colour code periods updated.

Also “NOTE” added. 6.8 Control of Third Party

Contractor Lifting Equipment. Additional

paragraph added. 6.10 Control of Webbing &

Round Slings. Section added on control of man-

made fibre slings.

Section 7. Competency:

7.1 Competencies and Training of Personnel.

Levels of competency updated on the matrix.

Section 8: Roles and Responsibilities:

2 bullet points added to the generic stakeholders.

8.1 Site Manager/Site Controller/Offshore

Installation Manager. This is a new addition to

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1 INTRODUCTION

1.1 DOCUMENT PURPOSE

This document contains information on:

 the conditions and situations where machine guards must be in place and

used

 the reasons for installing machine guards and the conditions that must

exist before they may be removed

 the type of guards and protective devices available and the considerations

governing their choice and design.

1.2 DOCUMENT SCOPE

The guidelines contained in this document apply to:

 all BP Azerbaijan / Georgia sites and installations where machinery is

located and operated

 all personnel; both BP employees and contractors.

2 RESPONSIBILITIES

2.1 AREA AUTHORITIES

Area Authorities are responsible for ensuring that:

 all fixed machinery in their area is guarded in accordance with this

procedure

 all machine guards and safety devices in their area are routinely checked

and maintained in working order.

Note: Guards and safety devices shall be checked following any repairs or

modifications.

2.2 PERFORMING AUTHORITIES

Performing Authorities are responsible for ensuring that all portable equipment that is

used by the personnel under their control conforms to this procedure.

2.3 ALL PERSONNEL

All personnel are responsible for:

 ensuring that the machinery and equipment they use or maintain has all the

necessary guards in place and that all guards are properly fitted

 immediately reporting to their supervisor if they believe a machine is in a

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dangerous condition or if any guards or protective devices are faulty

3 RISKS FROM UNGUARDED AND POORLY GUARDED EQUIPMENT

Moving parts of equipment, if not guarded, are extremely dangerous to operating

personnel and to any other personnel working in the immediate vicinity.

Warning: Any machine part, function or process that may cause injury must be

guarded to prevent contact with personnel.

The risk of accidents involving machinery may be caused by entanglement,

shearing, crushing, trapping, and cutting, etc. These accidents may occur due to:

 a lack of guards or poor guards on machines and equipment

 a failure to keep guards and safety devices properly maintained so that

machines or equipment become unsafe

 provision of inadequate controls or the wrong type of controls so that

equipment cannot be turned off quickly and safely or it may be started

accidentally.

4 MACHINE GUARD REQUIREMENTS

4.1 ALL MACHINERY

Guards must be fitted to those parts of a machine wherever:

 cutting, shaping or boring of any material is performed

 there are components that transmit energy, including:

 flywheels

 pulleys

 belts

 cranks

 gears etc.

 there are moving parts which can be reciprocating or rotating, including feed

mechanisms and other accessories

 debris or products may be emitted / ejected that present a danger to the

operator and /or nearby personnel, e.g., deflectors for relief valves, screens for

bench grinders and lathes, etc.

In addition, where deemed necessary, guardrails or barricades may be placed

around equipment to prevent personnel from getting close to it.

4.2 AUTOMATIC MACHINERY

Guards must be installed on equipment that can start automatically (and / or without

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warning) such as air compressors, diesel sets, etc.,

In addition, warning signs such as

“Caution

- This machine can start

automatically!” shall be posted near all such equipment.

5 SELECTION AND USE OF GUARDS

Fixed guards such as covers and plates are the most common type of guard and

should be used wherever possible. The guards should be properly fastened in place

with screws or nuts and bolts which need tools to remove them.

Interlocks, designed to shut down the machine if protective covers are opened or

removed, should be used where fixed guards are not reasonably practicable and the

equipment user / maintainer needs regular access to parts of the machine. The

interlock should ensure that the machine cannot start before the guard is properly

replaced / closed and must also ensure that the machine will stop if the guard is

opened while the machine is moving.

Two-hand controls are designed to prevent the operator „reaching in‟ while the

machine is running and should therefore be located at a safe distance from the

danger area.

Emergency stop controls should be located within easy reach of the operator,

particularly on larger machines so that they can be operated quickly in an

emergency.

In some cases, presence sensing devices, for example, photoelectric, and

pressure sensing devices may be used instead of fixed guards or interlocks.

However these devices must be regularly checked to ensure their continuing

operation and effectiveness.

6 GUARD MATERIALS, CONSTRUCTION AND FITTING

6.1 MATERIALS

The materials from which the guard is manufactured should be carefully chosen for

suitability. For example:

 plastic is easy to see through but may be easily scratched, damaged or

shattered

 if wire mesh or grating is used, it should not have holes that are large enough

to allow access to the danger area or large enough to allow the passage of

debris

6.2 DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION AND FITTING

All guards shall be designed, constructed and fitted so that they:

 protect the operator and any other personnel from the equipment (especially its

moving parts)

 may not be easily removed or tampered with, e.g., they must be firmly secured

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to the machine

 can withstand the conditions of normal use

 allow the machine to be cleaned safely

 prevent foreign objects from falling onto moving parts, e.g., small tools, nuts,

bolts, etc

 do not present sharp or jagged edges, i.e., they should be rolled and / or bolted

 do not create interference which would hamper personnel from performing their

assigned tasks quickly and comfortably

 do not obstruct lubrication points and feeds in such a way that the guard must

be removed before these components can be properly accessed.

6.3 RETRO-FITTING OF EMERGENCY STOP CONTROLS

Note: Before fitting emergency stop controls to machines that have not previously

had such controls fitted, it is essential to check that the emergency stop

controls do not in themselves present new risks. For example, some

machines require the power supply to be on in order to operate the brakes.

This power might be lost if the machine is stopped using the emergency stop

control.

7 GUARD REMOVAL

Machine guards shall only be removed by competent and experienced personnel for

maintenance and repair purposes.

Whenever guards are removed for maintenance or repair:

 the removal shall be carried out under a Permit to Work

 the energy source to the machine must be isolated and the switch, button,

lever etc., must be locked out and tagged before the guard can be

removed

 all guards must be in place before the lock and tags can be removed.

Revision/Review Log

Revision Date

Authority

Custodian

Revision Details

05 October 2004

Alan McNulty

Esmira Akhundova

Initial Issue

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION

1.1

Document Purpose

1.2

Document Scope

RESPONSIBILITIES

2.1

Site Manager/OIM

2.2

Radiation Protection Supervisor (RPS)

2.3

Radiation Protection Adviser (RPA)

CONDITIONS FOR WORK WITH IONISING RADIATION

3.1

Work with Ionising Radiation

3.2

General Conditions for Work with Ionising Radiation

3.3

Risk Assessment

3.4

Designated Areas

3.5

Controlled Areas

3.6

Supervised Areas

LOCAL RULES FOR WORK WITH IONISING RADIATION

4.1

Storing Radioactive Sources

4.2

Outside Contractors Using Sealed Sources

4.3

Radiography

4.4

Radioactive Sources Used in Well Logging Operations

4.5

Use of Other Mobile Sources

4.6

Use of Installed Sealed Radioactive Sources in Nucleonic Interface Gauges

4.7

Contingency Plans for Incidents Involving Sealed Radioactive Sources

4.8

Removal of Equipment Contaminated with Naturally Occurring Radioactive

Material

4.9

Entry into Vessels Contaminated with Naturally Occurring Radioactive

Material

4.10

Contingency Plans for Incidents Involving Naturally Occurring Radioactive

Material

4.11

Transport of Radioactive Material

MONITORING FOR RADIATION AND CONTAMINATION

Appendix A

Appendix B

Appendix C

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Appendix D

Appendix E

Appendix F

INTRODUCTION

1.1 Document Purpose

Radiation Protection is based on three principles recommended by the International

Commission on Radiological Protection (ICRP) and is described below.

Justification: Every practice resulting in exposure to Ionising Radiation shall be

justified by the advantages it produces.

Optimisation: All exposures shall be kept as low as reasonably achievable (ALARA),

economic and social factors being taken into consideration.

Dose Limits: The sum of all doses received shall not exceed certain limits.

This Safe System of Work employs these principles and, if correctly applied, will

ensure that all exposures to Ionising Radiation and therefore all associated risks are

kept as low as reasonably achievable.

1.2 Document Scope

This Safe System of Work applies to all work with ionising radiation carried out on BP

installations and sites in Azerbaijan and Georgia. Contractors working on BP owned

or operated sites/installations are also responsible for alignment with this SSOW.

Responsibilities are detailed with written instructions that will ensure radiation doses

are as low as reasonably practicable.

This SSOW contributes to compliance with the “HSE expectations” contained in

“getting HSE right”.

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2 RESPONSIBILITIES

2.1 Site Manager/OIM

The manager of any BP Facility or Site either onshore or offshore has overall

responsibility for the implementation of this SSOW.

2.2 Radiation Protection Supervisor (RPS)

A Radiation Protection Supervisors

(RPS) shall be appointed where any work

involving ionising radiation is to be carried out. At BP operating sites the Safety

Advisors/Officers should be trained to RPS certification. They will exercise

supervision to the extent that any work with ionising radiation is carried out in

accordance with this SSOW. The RPS will review the local rules of any third party

that intends to work with radioactive substances or radiation generators.

To enable them to carry out this role, appointed persons should receive appropriate

training, including a written assessment, at an approved course prior to appointment.

They will also receive suitable refresher training at a period of not more than three

years.

The appointment describing areas of responsibility shall be in writing by the Site

Manager/OIM.

The RPS is responsible for:

 Ensuring all work involving ionising radiation is carried out in accordance with

this Safe System of Work

 Ensuring all hazards related to work with ionising radiation are identified and

suitable precautions are taken to minimize the risks associated with these

hazards

 Maintaining a full and up-to-date record of all radioactive sources that are

under his control and held on the site/installation.

The RPS will make use of the checklist contained in Appendix 3 when a contracting

company brings sources of ionising radiation to the site/installation or when specialist

companies arrive on the site/installation to carry out activities with naturally occurring

radioactive material.

Copies of letters of appointment for RPSs shall be retained at the facility.

2.3 Radiation Protection Adviser (RPA)

The RPA is responsible for providing advice on all aspects of work with ionising

radiation and for evaluating and approving the plans, organisation and arrangements

of specialist contractors. The RPA is also responsible for carrying out an annual

review of work with ionising radiation to ensure doses received by workers, visitors

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3 CONDITIONS FOR WORK WITH IONISING RADIATION

3.1 Work with Ionising Radiation

The following work with ionising radiation may be carried out on BP

sites/installations:

 The use of installed nucleonic gauges

 Accumulation and disposal of naturally occurring radioactive material

 Work with equipment contaminated with naturally occurring radioactive

material

 Use of radiography sources

 Use of sealed and unsealed radioactive sources for process investigation and

measurement

 Use of well logging sources

 The use of casing depth markers

 Use and storage of instrument test sources

 Use and storage of smoke detectors incorporating radioactive sources.

3.2 General Conditions for Work with Ionising Radiation

Any use of sources of ionising radiation must be justified and measures must be

taken to ensure radiation doses are as low as reasonably practicable. In general this

can be achieved by following basic rules when working with sealed sources and

radiation generators:

Most importantly, radioactive sources must never be handled directly:

 Use appropriate shielding to reduce the intensity of the radiation.

 Maximize the distance between radiation sources and personnel.

 Minimize the time spent in the vicinity of radiation sources.

The risks associated with unsealed radioactive material can be minimized by:

 Keeping the material contained within vessels or pipe work

 Observing good standards of hygiene and housekeeping

 Carrying out operations in such a way that material does not become

airborne.

3.3 Risk Assessment

Supervisors will ensure that a suitable and sufficient written risk assessment is

carried out prior to any new applications involving the use of ionising radiation. Risk

Assessment is required in order to identify the measures to restrict the exposure of

employees, contractors or members of the public to ionising radiation. Generic Risk

Assessments for nucleonics and NORM have been provided by the RPA.

The RPS should be consulted if there is any doubt about the requirement for, or the

content of, a risk assessment.

Changes in work activities may result in the requirement for a review of the

assessment.

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3.4 Designated Areas

To assist in managing the work with ionising radiation, the RPS will decide if the area

should be designated as a Supervised Area or Controlled Area. Dose criteria for

Designation of Areas are given in the following Tables 1 and 2 (reference to Tracerco

Training manual fro Radiation Protection section 3, “Ionising Radiations Regulations

1999” ACOP and Guidance):

Table 1 Dose Criteria for Designation of Areas

Annual Dose Criteria (greater than)

PART OF BODY

CONTROLLED AREAS

SUPERVISED AREAS

Whole body

6 mSv

1 mSv

Lens of eye

45 mSv

15 mSv

Skin and extremities

150 mSv

50 mSv

Table 2 Annual Dose Limits

CATEGORIES OF

PART OF BODY

DOSE LIMITS

PERSONNEL

Effective Dose

20 mSv (annual)

Employees* of 18 years of

Equivalent Dose - Lens of Eye

150 mSv (annual)

age or above

Equivalent Dose - Skin

500 mSv (annual)

Equivalent Dose - Extremities

500 mSv (annual)

Effective Dose

6 mSv (annual)

Trainees aged under 18

Equivalent Dose - Lens of Eye

50 mSv (annual)

years

Equivalent Dose - Skin

150 mSv (annual)

Equivalent Dose - Extremities

150 mSv (annual)

Women of reproductive

Without prejudice to Limits for

13 mSv in any

capacity

both Categories above,

consecutive period of 3

Equivalent Dose for the

months (for abdomen)

abdomen, averaged

Other Persons**

Effective Dose

1 mSv

Notes:

Employee* - is a competent person, certified and authorised to work with radioactive

sources.

Other Persons** - other than Employee or Trainee, including any person aged under

16 years.

3.5 Controlled Areas

Sealed Sources

An area will be designated as a controlled area when one or more of the following is

applicable

 i) A prior risk assessment indicates that the person is likely to exceed 3/10 of

any dose limit (whole body 6 mSv/y: single organ 150 mSv/y)

 ii) The instantaneous radiation dose rate is greater than 7.5 Sv/h

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 iii) A control measure is put in place to ensure the dose to an individual does

not exceed 1 mSv/y

Note1 If the dose rate is less than 7.5Sv/h the risk assessment will still need to

prove that

6 mS/y will not be exceeded otherwise a controlled area will be

designated.

Note 2 The closing of a shutter mechanism is seen as a control measure. Therefore

the first person into a vessel with nucleonics attached will do so under controlled area

conditions. He will carry out radiation dose rate measurements, proving the shutter is

closed and then de-designate the area. If NORM is present the area will remain a

controlled area.

Unsealed Material

An area will be designated as a controlled area when one or more of the following is

applicable

 A prior risk assessment indicates that the person is likely to exceed 3/10 of

any dose limit (whole body 6 mSv/y: single organ 150 mSv/y)

 A control measure is put in place to ensure the dose to an individual does not

exceed 1 mSv/y.

Note1 Any vessel containing NORM will be designated a Controlled area due to the

potential activities and volumes of material.

Note2 Any major containment break will be done under controlled area conditions,

due to the potential activities and volumes of material

Note3 Small containment breaks may, following the risk assessment, be carried out

under Supervised area conditions

Note4 The wearing of respiratory protection could be seen as a control measure

unless the RPS is confident that the risk assessment shows the wearing of RPE is

not to reduce the possible dose below 1 mSv/y.

All Controlled areas must be barriered and a suitable number of notices placed at the

barrier displaying the Trefoil symbol, the legend “Radiation Controlled Area” the

nature of the radiation i.e. Gamma radiography and the hazard - External.

3.6 Supervised Areas

Sealed and Unsealed material

A Supervised area will be designated, following a risk assessment,

 where any person is likely to exceed 1/10 of any dose limit. (Whole body 1

mSv/y : single organ 50 mSv/y)

 where an area is required to be kept under supervision for purposes of

contamination or possible increased radiation dose rates.

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Supervised areas do not require being barriered but must have a suitable

number of warning signs to delineate the area. The signs must display the

Trefoil symbol, the legend “Radiation Supervised Area” the nature of radiation

i.e. NORM and the hazard - Internal.

Note: There is no acceptable level of contamination. Any contamination must

be removed as soon as possible after it is detected.

These conditions are summarized in the Diagram 1 below:

Diagram 1 Procedure for Designated, Supervised and Controlled Areas

Is Dose Rate greater

YES

Stop Work

than 30Sv/hour?

Contact HSE Dept.

Seek Advice from RPA

Measure Dose Rate and Surface Contamination Levels and Designate Area as

appropriate:

Less than 2.5Sv/hour

2.5-7.5Sv/hour and

>7.5Sv/hour

and free of

low volumes and

or high volumes or

contamination

activity of

contamination

UNDESIGNATED

SUPERVISED

CONTROLLED

AREA

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4 LOCAL RULES FOR WORK WITH IONISING RADIATION

4.1 Storing Radioactive Sources

Storage When Not in Use

When not in use, radioactive sources must be stored in an appropriate container

locked in a secure store. The following conditions apply to the storage of radioactive

sources:

 The store must be used exclusively for this purpose.

 The store should be in a low occupancy area away from accommodation and

not near explosives.

 The store must not restrict access to the emergency services.

 A sign marked with a trefoil and the word

“RADIOACTIVE” must be

prominently displayed at all access points.

 Regular surveys must be carried out to ensure the external radiation dose

rate is below 7.5 Sv/h.

 The RPS must maintain a full and up-to-date register for all sources held in

the store.

 All movements of sources must be logged in and out of the store by the RPS.

 All packages containing radioactive substances must be suitably labelled.

Source Security

The keys for stores containing radioactive material will be kept under the control of

the RPS.

Source Accountancy

The RPS will keep an up to date record of all radioactive sources on the installation.

The quantity and location of all radioactive sources will be recorded as follows:

INSTALLED SOURCES

Once per calendar month

(i.e. nucleonic gauges)

MOBILE SOURCES

Once per day

(e.g. radiography sources)

(Unless in storage when Once per week)

Contractors bringing radioactive material onto BP sites/installations will carry out

checks according to this frequency.

4.2 Outside Contractors Using Sealed Sources

Before contractors bring radioactive sources or radiation generators onto BP facilities

the following information must be exchanged:

 A detailed description of the work to be done

 An estimate of the total radiation dose likely to arise

 The arrangements that will be in place to restrict exposure

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 The name of the contractor’s representative who will be responsible for the

work

 Arrangements in place for receipt, storage and transport of the radioactive

source

 Details of the contingency plan that will be invoked in the event of an incident.

Where considered appropriate, the RPS will liase with the RPA over any aspects of

the work to be done.

Details relating to the source(s) must be supplied to the Site Manager/OIM, RPS and

the sponsoring department representative, at least 24 hours before the despatch to

the installation.

These shall include:

 Isotope name

 Source strength at a particular date

 Source identification number

 Container number

 Transport index

 Transport category

 Name of Radiation Protection Supervisor

 Appropriate transport details, e.g. date, ETD, ETA including Contractors.

Sources must not be left on the site/installation premises unless prior agreement has

been reached with the Site Manager/OIM.

4.3 Radiography

The following instructions must be adhered to in conjunction with all previously

mentioned responsibilities and instructions:

 All work involving the use of a radioactive source or radiation generator shall

only be undertaken in accordance with detailed procedures agreed with the

installation RPS under the Permit to Work System.

 The contractor shall be responsible for preparing procedures, agreed with the

RPA, which shall include:

o Arrangements for excluding non-classified personnel from the work

site

o A detailed description of the work to be done

o A description of agreed pre-exposure and exposure warnings

o Detailed contingency plans for dealing with any emergency likely to

arise in the course of the work and actions to be taken in the event of

a site/installation alarm.

 Descriptions of individual operations must be specific to the work to be

undertaken.

 At least two contractor’s personnel will be present while radiography is

undertaken. Both will be classified workers and one will be the nominated

RPS.

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

The contractor shall be responsible for supplying a minimum of two radiation

dose rate monitors and for checking that these monitors are functioning

correctly. A valid certificate of test must be available for each instrument.



The contractor shall be responsible for ensuring that all equipment required in

the case of an emergency is available as agreed with the RPA. The

emergency equipment will include 2 bags of lead shot, remote handling tongs,

a hacksaw or wire cutters, barriers and warning lamps, an audible radiation

monitor, emergency pot and suitable hand tools.



The contractor will be responsible for maintaining appropriate records and for

supplying copies of these to the installation RPS on request.



Where appropriate, sealed radioactive sources shall have a current certificate

of test for leakage of radioactive material and sources should be re-tested

within 24 months of the date of the last test. This requirement does not apply

to sources that are replaced within 24 months period because of decay (e.g.

Iridium 192 sources with 74 day half life).



These are three conditions upon which the Site Manager/OIM and RPS must

be informed immediately:

o A sealed source or container is damaged, lost or mislaid.

o The immediate container or the bonding of a sealed source is broken.

o The radiation level from the immediate container or the bonding of a

sealed source increases significantly above its previous level.

4.4 Radioactive Sources Used in Well Logging Operations

In addition to the instructions detailed above the following instructions must be

adhered to:

 All work involving the use of radioactive sources shall only be undertaken in

accordance with detailed procedures agreed with the RPS under the Permit

to Work System.

 The contractor shall be responsible for preparing procedures, agreed with the

RPA, which shall include:

o Arrangements for excluding non-classified personnel from the work

site

o A detailed description of the work to be done

o Detailed contingency plans for dealing with any emergency likely to

arise in the course of the work and actions to be taken in the event of

an installation alarm.

 The contractor’s local rules should specify any more stringent requirements

and identify specified controlled areas when logging tools are in use.

 If a neutron source or generator is being used, the contractor must make a

neutron detector available.

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 Only the contractor’s RPS or other classified persons are allowed to transport

the source to the rig floor.

 The rig floor must be cleared of all non-essential personnel until the source

has been loaded into the tool by the contractor’s RPS.

 After the tool has been loaded personnel may re-enter the rig floor.

 When the log has been completed the rig floor must be cleared prior to the

tool being pulled clear of the riser and the source being unloaded.

 On completion of the operation, the source must be returned and logged back

into the radioactive source store.

4.5 Use of Other Mobile Sources

Specialist contractors may use mobile radioactive sources for purposes such as non-

invasive process investigations. The following conditions will apply to the use of

these sources:



All work involving the use of a radioactive source shall only be undertaken in

accordance with detailed procedures agreed with the RPS under the Permit

to Work System.



The contractor shall be responsible for preparing procedures, agreed with the

RPA, which shall include:

o Arrangements for excluding non-classified personnel from the

work site

o A detailed description of the work to be done

o Detailed contingency plans for dealing with any emergency likely to

arise in the course of the work and actions to be taken in the event of

an installation alarm.



Descriptions of individual operations must be specific to the work to be

undertaken.



The contractor shall be responsible for supplying appropriate radiation dose

rate monitors and for checking that these monitors are functioning correctly. A

valid certificate of test must be available for each instrument.



The contractor shall be responsible for ensuring that all equipment required in

the case of an emergency is available as agreed with the RPA.



The contractor will be responsible for maintaining appropriate records and for

supplying copies of these to the installation RPS on request.



Where appropriate, sealed radioactive sources shall have a current certificate

of test for leakage of radioactive material and sources should be re-tested

within 24 months of the date of the last test. This requirement does not apply

to sources that are replaced within 24 months period because of decay (e.g.

Iridium 192 sources with 74 day half life).



These are three conditions upon which the Facilities and RPS must be

informed immediately:

o A sealed source or container is damaged, lost or mislaid.

o The immediate container or the bonding of a sealed source is broken.

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o The radiation level from the immediate container or the bonding of a

sealed source increases significantly above its previous level.

4.6 Use of Installed Sealed Radioactive Sources in Nucleonic Interface

Gauges

Radioactive sources may be installed at various locations for level and interface

detection and density measurement. These sources emit penetrating gamma rays

and are housed in lead containers. The gauges are designed, manufactured and

installed to standards that ensure any risks associated with their use are insignificant.

Specific safety information on each of the gauges is contained in the hand over

documentation supplied at the time of installation.

Accounting for Sealed Sources

The installation RPS is responsible for maintaining an up to date record of all sealed

sources on the installation. This record must contain the following information:

 Name of isotope

 Serial number of each source (or other unique identification mark)

 Date of receipt

 Activity of source at date of receipt

 Current location of each source

 Date and manner of disposal (when appropriate)

This record must be updated every time the source is moved to a new location or, for

installed sources once per calendar month and, for mobile sources once per day (if in

storage once per week will suffice)

Copies of these records must be maintained for two years, or longer if required by

the certificate of registration.

Leakage Tests

Sealed sources must be tested for leakage at least once in every 24 months.

Normally this will be carried out by the RPA during the annual audit. The

site/installation RPS must retain copies of the test results for two years from the date

of test.

Routine Checks

Once each calendar month, the site/installation RPS will carry out basic checks to

ensure the continued radiological safety of the installed gauges. These checks will

include:

 Measure radiation dose rate and check it does not exceed 7.5 Sv/h at

accessible points.

 Check the source container is securely bolted to the mounting brackets.

 Ensure all warning notices are in place and are legible.

 Check the source is secured in the container with a padlock.

 Check that the state of the shutter mechanism is clear and that the shutter

has not been padlocked in the “OPEN” position.

General Precautions for Work in Vessels on Which Nucleonic Interface Gauges are

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Warning notices must be displayed on all man ways on vessels on which nucleonic

gauges are installed. Sources must be withdrawn and shutters locked in the “SHUT”

position before man ways are opened. The installation RPS will confirm this has been

done before anyone is permitted to enter the vessel.

Precautions for Vessels Incorporating Nucleonic Interface Gauges

During normal operations, the source is retained in a dip pipe inside the vessel. The

fluids inside the vessel provide adequate shielding. If the liquid level inside the vessel

falls it is possible that radiation dose rates outside the vessel will increase. In this

event, the sources must be withdrawn into their shielded container and the shutter

must be locked in the “SHUT” position. The RPS will retain the key and will ensure

that the source is not exposed until the fluid level has increased to the normal level.

For operational reasons it may, exceptionally, be necessary to operate the gauge

with the source exposed above the liquid level. In these circumstances the RPS must

measure the radiation dose rate outside the vessel and designate the area as

appropriate. As a rule of thumb, if the source is to be exposed for more than one hour

the source will be retracted into the housing.

Source Removal

Under no circumstances may a radioactive source be removed from its shielded

container. If it is necessary to remove the container from the vessel, either

temporarily or permanently, the RPS must ensure by measurement that the source is

shielded within the container and that the shutter mechanism is padlocked in the

“SHUT” position. The container may then be moved to an appropriate storage

location.

4.7 Contingency Plans for Incidents Involving Sealed Radioactive

Sources

The hazards associated with any job involving the use of sealed sources must be

assessed before the work begins and precautions implemented to minimise risks. In

the unlikely event of an incident, which could result in the conditions for a controlled

area applying or any person being overexposed to ionising radiation, the following

actions must be taken.

Loss of or Damage to Shielding

The following actions must be taken in event of loss or damage to shielding:

 The person discovering the damage will evacuate the immediate area and

warn others to do the same.

 Contact the Site Manager/OIM, Control Room and the RPS.

 The RPS will attend the scene and ensure all personnel have withdrawn to a

safe area i.e. dose rate less than 7.5 Sv/h.

 Erect barriers to prevent access bearing in mind that access may need to be

restricted on the levels above and below the incident.

 Prepare a recovery plan with the aim of ensuring that no individual involved in

the recovery receives a radiation dose greater than 1 millisievert.

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Advice can be obtained from the Radiation Protection Adviser on how radiation

doses can be restricted. In general:

 Keep as far from the unshielded source as possible.

 Make use of available shielding materials (lead sheet etc.).

 Limit the amount of time spent in the area.

 Never handle the unshielded source directly.

 In the case of fire, no attempt should be made to withdraw the sources into

their housings or to close shutters if this involves personnel entering

hazardous areas.

 In the event of a significant emergency that threatens the lives of personnel or

the continuing integrity of the installation, the potential presence of radioactive

sources should not be regarded as sufficient reason to prevent entry of any

incident team to the affected area.

 When the situation has been made safe the RPA will make assessments of

the radiation doses received by those involved in the incident and advise on

notifications to be made to regulatory authorities.

Loss of a Radioactive Source

In the event that a sealed source is lost or otherwise unaccounted for the RPS shall

immediately notify the Site Manager/OIM and the RPA. The RPS shall initiate a

search of all likely areas using available dose rate meters. When the source is found

the RPS shall implement a retrieval plan incorporating information from the RPA on

dose limitation and, if necessary, temporary source storage.

All packages leaving the installation/site must be surveyed using a radiation dose

rate meter until the source is found.

If the source cannot be readily found, the RPS shall prepare a detailed report of the

incident and hand over responsibility for further action to the Site Manager/OIM. The

RPA will advise on statutory notifications that must be made to regulatory bodies.

Sources Owned and Used by Third Parties

If the radioactive source belongs to a contracting company, the contractor’s RPS will

immediately implement the appropriate contingency plan. The RPS and other

personnel will provide any assistance necessary to make the situation safe.

4.8 Removal of Equipment Contaminated with Naturally Occurring

Radioactive Material

The removal of equipment including pumps, meters, spool pieces etc. that are

suspected, either by measurement or location, of being contaminated must be done

as follows:

 Written authorisation must be obtained from the area authority before work

can proceed.

 Persons carrying out the work must use the recommended protective

equipment and a suitable floor covering must be used to limit the spread of

contamination.

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 When containment has been breached, contamination measurements must

be made and the area will be designated as Controlled, Supervised or

released as free for normal work.

 Any contaminated item removed from the area must be securely capped at all

open ends using blank flanges, end caps or by wrapping with heavy-duty

polythene and the ends labelled with LSA / NORM tape.

 Equipment that requires maintenance in a workshop must be decontaminated

to backg2round level if the work could result in radioactive material becoming

airborne.

 Prior to equipment being released from the installation for refurbishment,

disposal or movement it must be cleaned to backg2round level or sent to an

authorised decontamination facility.

 Any tools or equipment used must be monitored for contamination at the end

of the operation. If contaminated they should be washed until backg2round

levels are achieved.

 The work area should be kept as free from contamination as possible.

Measurements of contamination in the area should be made at regular

intervals. Following completion of the work the area should be monitored

using a contamination monitor and monitoring records should be kept.

4.9 Entry into Vessels Contaminated with Naturally Occurring

Radioactive Material

Specialist contractors who carry out this work shall be responsible for preparing

procedures, agreed with the RPA, which shall include:

o Arrangements for excluding non-classified personnel from controlled

areas

o A detailed description of the work to be done

o Detailed contingency plans for dealing with any emergency likely to

arise in the course of the work and actions to be taken in the event of

an installation alarm.

Clearance

Written permission (Permit To Work System) is required for opening up or for entry

into vessels, etc. The clearance must give consideration to the use of air tools that

will cause a volume of air to be discharged inside the vessel and hence affect

extraction flows.

Protective Equipment and General Safety

All persons entering the vessel must wear suitable impervious overalls, boots and

gloves.

If any dust (or spray containing dust) is likely to arise from the cleaning operation,

breathing apparatus must be worn. Any inhalation of radioactive dust is to be

avoided.

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Ideally, surfaces should be kept damp to prevent the production of dust and its

dispersal into the atmosphere. If the only practical last resort is sand-blasting,

burning, grinding or similar to complete a particular task the RPS should, in

consultation with the RPA, assess the best method for radiation protection on a case

by case basis.

Preparatory Work Prior to Vessel Entry

Pre-Entry precautions include the following:



A polythene or PVC tent should be erected where required around the vessel

entry point to create a decontamination area. The structure should be such

that any contamination, which is released during entry and cleaning

operations can be contained. The tent should be of sufficient size to allow

capping, cleaning or containment operations to be carried out on

contaminated items. Washing facilities in the form of a water supply,

detergent and scrubbing brush should be provided within the tented area, as

well as storage facilities for personal protective clothing and receptacles for

contaminated clothing.



The tented area shall be designated as necessary. Only classified workers

and personnel working under the written system of work are allowed into a

Controlled Area. A control point must be set up at the entrance of any

controlled area.



Prior to opening any vessel, rigorous attempts must be made to flush away or

remove as much debris, sludge and scale as possible by jet washing, water

washing or steam injections, etc.



All monitoring for contamination should be carried out under the general

supervision of an RPS.



Any tools or equipment used must be monitored for contamination at the end

of the operation. If contaminated, they should be washed until backg2round

levels are achieved. If this is not possible, they should be sealed in strong

plastic bags marked “Radioactive” and retained for future similar use or sent

for decontamination in accordance with local regulations.



The work area should be kept as free from contamination as possible.

Measurements of contamination in the area should be made at regular

intervals.



Following completion of work the area should be monitored using a

contamination monitor. Records of monitoring must be kept.

Disposal of Radioactive Material

All loose material with an activity greater than backg2round as measured with a

suitable contamination monitor must be disposed of as required by local regulations.

Records of the date of disposal of such waste including its weight and specific activity

should be retained by the RPS in a clear and legible form. Representative samples of

material disposed of must be sent for radiochemical analysis in order to assess the

total activity of the material.

Handling Contaminated Items

Any item removed from the decontamination area must be securely capped at all

open ends using blank flanges, protective end caps, or by wrapping with heavy duty

polythene to prevent the spread of contamination during subsequent handling.

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Similarly, drums of scale removed during the cleaning operation must be securely

fastened to prevent dispersal of radioactive materials. The outside surfaces of the

drums should be washed to reduce the contamination level on the surface as far as

possible.

Items of contaminated equipment if they should be returned to the vessel should be

capped or plastic wrapped to prevent the spread of contamination prior to their

refitting.

Access to Vessel After Decontamination

Once decontaminated to backg2round, radiological restrictions can be removed, good

hygiene practices should still be applied.

4.10

Contingency Plans for Incidents Involving Naturally Occurring

Radioactive Material

Ensuring the material is contained within vessels or pipe work can normally control

the hazards associated with radioactive material. When this is not possible operation,

which could lead to the material becoming airborne or released in an uncontrolled

manner should, as far as is practicable, be avoided.

In the unlikely event of an incident involving naturally occurring radioactive material,

the following actions must be taken.

Spill of Radioactive Material in an Uncontrolled Area

In event of spill of radioactive material in an Uncontrolled Area the following actions

must be taken:

 The person who discovers the incident must evacuate the area and warn

others to do the same.

 Notify the Site Manager/OIM, Control Room and the RPS.

 The RPS will attend the scene and establish barriers around the incident.

Personnel who may have been contaminated as a result of the incident will be

monitored for contamination. Remove any contaminated clothing and seal it in

a plastic bag. Any contamination on the skin should be washed away taking

care to ensure material is not ingested.

 The material shall then be collected and disposed of under the direction of the

RPS.

4.11 Transport of Radioactive Material

Radioactive material must be transported in appropriate containers packaged and

labelled in accordance with appropriate national and international legislation. The

following specific conditions apply to the transport of radioactive material to and from

the site/installation:

 The Site Manager/OIM must be notified at least

24 hours before a

radioactive source is transported to the site/installation.

 The supplier of the radioactive material must ensure he has an RPS on

the installation to receive the material. The supplier’s RPS shall liase with

the site/installation RPS regarding the storage arrangements for the

material.

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 In exceptional circumstances it may not be possible for the supplier’s RPS

to be present on the installation/site when the material is received. The

Site Manager/OIM may allow the material to be received provided the

supplier has provided detailed written instructions regarding how the

material should be handled.

 The site/installation RPS will inspect packages or containers containing

radioactive material and ensure they are correctly labelled and provide

adequate shielding. If packages are incorrectly labelled or if dose rates

are greater than 7.5 Sv/h, they will be placed in a barriered area until

dealt with by the supplier.

 The owner of the radioactive material will be responsible for ensuring the

transport of radioactive material from the facility complies with all

legislative requirements. Radioactive material must be packed inside the

appropriate, labelled containers.

Transport of Naturally Occurring Radioactive Material

Samples of naturally occurring radioactive material or equipment contaminated with

naturally occurring radioactive material are transported as “Excepted Packages”. The

following conditions will apply:

 The material must be suitably contained so that it cannot escape from the

package during transport.

 The RPS must confirm that the dose rate at the surface of the package

does not exceed 5 Sv/h.

 The package must be free of surface contamination.

Note: loose scale other than samples must not be transported onshore.

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5 MONITORING FOR RADIATION AND CONTAMINATION

Calibrated radiation dose rate monitors, appropriate to the radiation being used, must

be available wherever radioactive sources are likely to be used.

These monitors must be thoroughly examined and tested at least once in every

period of 12 months. A qualified and certified Contractor company shall undertake

the examination and test of radiation dose rate monitors.

The certificate resulting from such a test must be retained for two years from the date

of the test.

If a radiation-monitoring instrument is damaged such that the accuracy of the

calibration may have been affected, then the instrument must be repaired and re-

calibrated.

Only individuals who have been trained in their safe use may use these monitors.

Under normal operating conditions, dose rates around sites/installations, which

incorporate a radioactive source shall be monitored monthly or following any work

which has been carried out which could affect the adequacy of the shielding.

The Radiation Protection Supervisor or his delegate will carry out this activity. The

results of such monitoring shall be recorded and retained on the facility for 2 years.

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Appendix A

Glossary of terms

DEFINITION

TERM

Absorbed Dose

Quantity of energy imparted by ionising radiation to unit mass

of matter such as tissue. Unit gray, Symbol Gy. Gy = 1 joule

per kilogram.

Activity

Measure of an amount of a radionuclide. Describes the rate at

which transformations occur in it. Unit becquerel. Symbol Bq. 1

Bq = 1 transformation per second.

Classified Person

Classified person is a person who is likely to receive an

effective dose in excess of 6 mSv per year or an equivalent

dose that exceeds three-tenths of any relevant dose limit.

Classified person should be informed if he/she is so

designated. Classified person should be over 18 years old and

has a health record certified by doctor confirming he/she is fit

for this job.

Contamination

Loose unsealed radioactive material/substance.

Contingency Plan

Document the purpose of which is to restrict any exposure that

arises from an accident both to the employees themselves and

to others, including emergency services personnel, who may

be affected by it.

Controlled Area

Controlled Area is the area where:

It is necessary for any person who enters or works in

the area to follow special procedures designated to

restrict significant exposure to ionising radiation in that

area or prevent or limit the probability and magnitude of

radiation accidents or their effects; or

Any person working in the area is likely to receive an

effective dose greater that

6 mSv a year or an

equivalent dose greater than three-tenths of any

relevant dose limit in respect of an employee aged 18

years or above.

Decay

The process of spontaneous transformation of a radionuclide.

The decrease in activity of a radioactive substance.

Designated Area

Designated Areas include Controlled and Supervised Areas.

Disposal

In relation to radioactive waste, dispersal or emplacement in

any medium without the intention of retrieval.

Dose

General term for quantity of radiation. See absorbed dose,

equivalent dose, and effective dose.

Dose Limit

Dose Limit in relation to persons of a specified class is the limit

on effective dose or equivalent dose in relation to a person of

that class.

Dose Rate

Dose Rate, in relation to a place, is the rate at which a person

or part of a person would receive a dose of ionising radiation

from external radiation if he were at that place being a dose

rate at that place averaged over one minute.

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Effective Dose

The quantity obtained by multiplying the dose equivalents to

various tissues and organs by the tissue weighting factor

appropriate to each and summing the products. Unit sievert,

symbol Sv. Frequently abbreviated to dose.

Equivalent Dose

The quantity obtained by multiplying the absorbed dose by a

weighting factor to allow for the different effectiveness of the

various ionising radiations in causing harm to tissue. Unit

sievert, symbol Sv. Usually the factor for gamma rays, X-rays

and beta particles is 1 but for alpha particles is 20.

External Radiation

External radiation, in relation to a person, is the ionising

radiation coming from outside the body of that person.

Internal Radiation

Internal radiation, in relation to a person, is the ionising

radiation coming from inside the body of that person.

Ionising Radiation

Gamma rays, x-rays or corpuscular radiations such as alpha

and beta, which are capable of producing ions either directly or

indirectly.

Local Rules

Set of working procedures written in accordance with the

Ionising Radiations Regulations, 1999, to enable work with

ionising radiations to proceed safely, and in accordance with

the Health and Safety at Work Act, 1974. Incorporating

Contingency Plans.

LSA Scale

Inorganic based chemical scale produced in conjunction with

oil and gas production and containing low levels of naturally

occurring radioactive material.

Non-ionising radiation

Radiation that does not produce ionisation in matter. Examples

are ultraviolet radiation, light, infrared radiation, and radio

frequency radiation.

NORM

Naturally Occurring Radioactive Material produced with oil and

gas deposits within process equipment.

Overexposure

Any exposure of a person to ionising radiation to the extent

that the dose received by that person causes a dose limit

relevant to that person to be exceeded or causes a proportion

of a dose limit relevant to any employee to be exceeded.

Practice

Practice means work involving:

1. The production, processing, handling, use, holding,

storage, transport or disposal of radioactive substances;

2. The operation of any electrical equipment emitting

ionising radiation and containing components operating

at a potential difference of more than 5Kv,

that can increase the exposure of individuals to radiation from

an artificial source, or from a radioactive substance containing

naturally occurring radionuclides that are processed for their

radioactive, fissile or fertile properties.

Radiation

The process of emitting energy as waves or particles.

Radiation accident

Accident where immediate action would be required to prevent

or reduce the exposure to ionising radiation of employees or

any other persons.

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Radiation control

Obtaining information about radiation state in the organisation,

in the environment and of the level of exposure to radiation

(includes dosimetric and radiometric control)

Radiation Protection

Person or body consulted in accordance with the Ionising

Adviser

Radiations Regulations, 1999, to give advice on radiation

protection.

Radiation Protection

Person appointed in accordance with the Ionising Radiations

Supervisor

Regulations, 1999 who is responsible for day-to-day

supervision of work with ionising radiation.

Radioactive Material

Substance in any aggregated state containing active

radionuclids

Radioactive Waste

Waste material containing radionuclides. Frequently

categorised, in the nuclear power industry, according to

activity content and other criteria, as low level, intermediate

level, and high-level waste.

Radioactivity

The property of radionuclides of spontaneously emitting

ionising radiation.

Radionuclid source

Source of ionising radiation containing radionuclid or a mixture

of radionuclids

Risk Assessment

Assessment that must be carried out in accordance with the

Ionising Radiations Regulations, 1999. Forms basis of

Contingency Plans. See Local Rules.

Source of ionising

Radioactive substance or device emitting or capable of

radiation

emitting ionising radiation

Sealed Source

Radiation source containing a radioactive material and

constructed to certain standards to prevent loss of that

material.

Unsealed Radioactive

Radioactive material not in the form of a sealed source, e.g.

Materials

gas, liquids or solid powder.

Waste Management

The control of radioactive waste from creation to disposal.

Written System of Work

A written method of work that permits non-classified workers

who to enter a controlled area.

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Appendix B

Written System of Work

This written system of work applies to all non-classified workers who are

required to enter controlled areas.

Before work begins in a controlled area, each individual worker must be given

a copy of the written system of work form attached below. The RPS is

responsible for ensuring the details of the form are completed.

No non-classified person may enter a controlled area where the external dose

rate is more than 30 microsieverts per hour without reference to the radiation

protection adviser.

No non-classified person may work in controlled areas for more than 200

hours in any calendar year.

No person will remain in a controlled area for longer than is necessary.

No person will enter a controlled area unless a Permit to Work has been

issued. This Permit to Work shall include the following details:

 A description of the work to be done

 The precautions to be used to minimise the effects of any hazard

 A copy of the relevant local rule

 The period of time for which the permit is valid.

The Permit to Work will be signed by the Area Authority and countersigned by

the RPS.

The following conditions will apply when the controlled area has been

established because of the presence of uncontained radioactive material:

 All persons entering the controlled area will use the appropriate personal

protective equipment.

 Washing, changing and monitoring facilities will be provided as close as

reasonably practicable to the exit from the controlled area.

 Eating, drinking, smoking and chewing gum are prohibited in the

controlled area.

 Minor cuts, grazes etc. must be covered with a suitable waterproof

dressing before entry to the controlled area. Any cuts received in the

controlled area must be reported to the RPS and appropriate first aid

treatment obtained.

 All reasonably practicable steps will be taken to eliminate the production

of airborne radioactive material and to control surface contamination to

prevent the spread of contamination outside the controlled area.

The RPS will frequently carry out radiation dose rate and contamination

measurements in and around the controlled area to ensure the precautions in

place are effective.

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Written System of Work

Name of Worker_______________________________________

Radiation dose for year to date _____________ mSv

(confirmed by RPS)

Time spent in controlled areas this year____________ hours (confirmed by RPS)

Description of Work Area:

____________________________________________

Brief Description of Work:

____________________________________________

___________________________________________

Permit to Work Reference

____________________________________________

This area has been designated as a Controlled Area. The radiation protection

supervisor for this area is _______________________________.

The maximum radiation dose rate in this area is _________________ microsieverts

per hour.

The average level of surface contamination in this area is _________________

Becquerels per cm².

While in this area you must use the protective equipment selected by the radiation

protection supervisor. You will be instructed in the use of any equipment with which

you are not familiar. You must not eat, drink or smoke in the controlled area. Any cuts

must be covered.

Any contaminated clothing must be left inside the controlled area. You will be

monitored for contamination when you leave the controlled area. You should then go

to the locker room and wash before eating. The radiation protection supervisor must

monitor any tools or equipment before being removed from the controlled area.

Contaminated equipment must be suitably bagged or wrapped and labelled before

being removed from the controlled area.

The log sheet on the other side of this form will be kept to record each time you enter

and leave the controlled area. You must make sure this is completed every time you

enter and leave the area.

Issued by __________________________________ (RPS)

Date __________

I understand and will comply with the conditions contained in this written system of

work:

Signed __________________________ Print

_________________

Date

__________________________

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Appendix C

Contractors Checklist

Details of contractor using radioactive material

Contractor’s Name and Address

Contract Company’s RPA:

Contract Company’s RPS on site

Nature of work:

Has hazard assessment been seen and accepted?

Yes No  N/A 

Valid Registration Seen

Yes No  N/A 

Valid Authorisation Seen

Yes No  N/A 

Local Rules Seen and Acceptable

Yes No  N/A 

Notification Given to HSE

Yes No  N/A 

Are Workers classified?

Yes No 

Is Personal Dosimeter Available?

Yes No 

Is Functioning Dose rate Meter Available?

Yes No  N/A 

Test certificate seen?

Yes No 

Is Functioning Contamination Meter Available?

Yes No  N/A 

Test certificate seen?

Yes No 

Is Neutron Monitor Available?

Yes No  N/A 

Test certificate seen?

Yes No 

Source Movement Notification Details

Container/Packing Adequate?

Yes No 

Are Source Leakage Tests Available?

Yes No N/A 

Intended Source Storage Location on site

Responsible Person when Contractor

not on site

Details of Emergency Equipment/

Warning Notices

Special Precautions

........................................................…

Comments:

Signed

Facilities RPS…

Contractor

......................................………

…….. Print

………

Date

……. Date

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Appendix E

References



The Ionising Radiations Regulations 1999 SI 1999/3232 Stationery Office

1999.



Work with Ionising Radiation. Ionising Radiations Regulations

1999.

Approved Code of Practice and Guidance HSE Books (L121) 2000.



Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 HMSO 1974.



”Council Directive 96/29 Euratom of 13 May 1996 laying down basic safety

standards for the protection of health of workers and the general public

against the dangers arising from ionising radiation” Official Journal of the

European Communities 1996 39(L159) 1-114.



“Council Directive 97/43 Euratom of 30 June 1997 on health protection of

individuals against the dangers of ionising radiation in relation to medical

exposure” Official Journal of the European Communities 1997 40 (L180).



Radioactive Substances Act 1993 HMSO 1993.



Radiation doses - assessment and recording IRIS (rev) HSE Books 2000.



Radiation protection - sealed radioactive sources - leakage test methods ISO

9978: 1992.



Atomic Energy and Radioactive Substances: Radioactive Material (Road

Transport) (Great Britain) Regulations 1996 HMSO 1996.



Packaging, Labelling and Carriage of Radioactive Material by Rail

Regulations 1996 SI 1996/2090 HMSO 1996.



Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations

1995 SI 1995/3163 HMSO 1995.

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Appendix F

Correlation

Between SI system of units and Off-system Units of Activity and

Radiation Field Features

Value and its

Name and symbol of units

Relation between the units

symbol

SI unit

Off-system unit

Activity (А)

Becquerel (Bq)

Curie (Ci)

1 Ci = 3.700 *10¹⁰ Bq;

equals to one

1 Bq = 1 dec../s;

disintegration per

1 Bq = 1 dec../s = 2.703 * 10^-11

second (dec./s)

Absorbed Doze

Gray (Gy) equals to

Rad (rad)

1 rad = 100 erg/g = 1*10^-2 J/kg

(D)

one joule per

kilogram (J/kg)

= 1*10^-2 Gy;

1 Gy = 1 J/kg;

1 Gy = 1 J/kg = 10⁴ egr/g = 100

rad.

Equivalent Doze

Sievert (Sv) equals to

Rem (Rem)

1 Rem = 1 rad/Q = 1*10^-2 J/kg /

(H)

one gray per Quality

Q =

coefficient

= 1* 10^-2 Gy/Q = 1*10^-2 Sv;

[1 Gy/Q = 1 (J/kg)/Q]

1 Sv = 1 Gy/Q = 1 J/kg/Q =

100 rad/Q=

= 100 Rem.

Equivalent Doze

Sievert per second

Rem per

1 Rem/s = 1 *10^-2 Sv/s;

rating(Н)

(Sv/s)

second (Rem/s)

1 Sv/s = 100 Rem/s

Exposure Doze

Coulomb per

Roentgen (R)

1 R = 2.58*10^-4C/kg (exact);

(Х)

kilogram (C/kg)

1 C/kg = 3.88 10³ R

(approximately)

Kerma (К)

Gray (Gy) equals to

Rad (rad)

1 rad = 100 erg/g = 1*10^-2 J/kg

one joule per

kilogram (J/kg)

= 1*10^-2 Gy;

1 Gy = 1 J/kg;

1 Gy = 1 J/kg = 10⁴ egr/g = 100

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION

1.1 PURPOSE

1.2 SCOPE

1.3 LEGISLATION & STANDARDS

1.4 COMPANY REQUIREMENTS

1.5 STOPPING UNSAFE WORK

1.6 DEVIATIONS

1.7 DOCUMENT REVIEW

1.8 SSOW SPECIFIC CROSS REFERENCE

1.9 LANGUAGE FACILITATION

1.10 PROCEDURE SUMMARY

DEFINITIONS

RESPONSIBILITIES

3.1 SITE MANAGER (SM)/SITE CONTROLLER (SC)/OFFSHORE INSTALLATION MANAGER (OIM) 6

3.2 PERSONNEL SUPERVISING MAN RIDING OPERATIONS

3.3 CRANE / FORKLIFTOPERATORS

3.4 BANKS-MAN

3.5 BASKET PASSENGERS

MAN BASKET CONSTRUCTION

4.1 CONSTRUCTION

4.2 FROG / BILLY PUGH

4.3 RIDING BELTS

4.4 FORKLIFT CAGES / INTEGRATED WORKING PLATFORMS

INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE

CRANE / WINCH SPECIFICATIONS FOR MANRIDING

6.1 INSPECTION, EXAMINATIONS AND CERTIFICATION

6.2 CRANE OPERATING REQUIREMENTS

6.3 WINCH REQUIREMENTS

6.4 FORKLIFT REQUIREMENTS

COMMUNICATIONS

7.1 HAND SIGNALS FROM RIDING BELTS

7.2 FORKLIFT / INTEGRATED WORKING PLATFORM COMMUNICATIONS

RISK ASSESSMENT AND PLANNING

8.1 RISK ASSESSMENT

8.2 PLANNING

HARNESSES & SAFETY EQUIPMENT

9.1 HARD HATS

10 RESCUE PLANS

11 MAN BASKET TRANSFER OPERATING GUIDELINES

11.1

OPERATING REQUIREMENTS

11.2

SUITABILITY OF VESSELS FOR TRANSFER OPERATIONS

11.3

WEATHER CONDITIONS

11.4

COMMUNICATIONS

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1 INTRODUCTION

Man-riding operations should only take place if no other means can be found to carry

out the task.

Man-riding operations shall be conducted under a Permit to Work, with a Level 2 Risk

Assessment conducted and in line with a site

/ installation specific procedure

containing a rescue plan.

1.1 PURPOSE

The purpose of this Safe System of Work is to provide information and guidance on

the safe use of man-riding operations and baskets for transferring personnel between

vessels and structures.

Information is provided on individual responsibilities, planning and risk assessment,

basket transfer use, and the maintenance and inspection of associated equipment.

1.2 SCOPE

The contents of this procedure are applicable to all BP owned and managed sites /

installations in Azerbaijan and Georgia. Contractors working on BP owned or

managed sites / installations are also responsible for alignment with this procedure.

This document does not replace the procedures prepared and adopted by specialist

contractors. Neither does it supersede any national and local regulatory

requirements.

This procedure contributes to compliance with the “HSE expectations” contained in

“getting HSE right”, the „Golden Rules of Safety‟ and the Control of Work (CoW)

standard that the Hazards associated with BP activities are identified and that the

risks are assessed and managed.

All guidelines contained shall be regarded as the minimum requirements for BP

owned or managed sites / installations in Azerbaijan and Georgia.

1.3 LEGISLATION & STANDARDS

The aim of this Safe System of Work is to achieve ”no accidents”, “no harm to

people” and “no damage to the environment”. To achieve this aim, this SSOW

complies with National Legislation, the terms of the Production Sharing Agreement

(PSA) and mandatory BP Standards.

The best International Oil Industry practice and relevant goal setting legislation have

been adopted to reduce the level of risk to as low as reasonably practicable and

therefore well below that mandated by applicable statutory laws and regulations.

In the absence of local regulations, BP Group Standards will apply. In addition,

appropriate UK and US regulations and industry best practice have been considered

in setting suitable goals and targets.

The equipment to which this document applies includes, but is not necessarily limited

to:

 Man Baskets / Work Baskets / FROG / Billy Pugh

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