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Contractor Handbook

MidContinent/Alaska Business Unit

Effective January 1, 2011



FOUR POINTS OF “THINK INCIDENT FREE”

Proper Tools and Equipment

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THINKING BEFORE ACTING IS THE KEY TO WORKING SAFELY

Copyright 1996 Chevron U.S.A. Inc.

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STATE OF MIND•Will I give my full attention to this task?•Will I stop and redo my plan if somethingunforeseen happens ?

•Am I meeting or exceeding safetyrequirements for this task?

THIN K INCIDENT FREE

PLANNING

•Do I understand the task and how toperform it?

•Have I identified all hazardsassociated with the task?

•How will I eliminate the hazardsassociated with this task?

•Have I planned all job tasks?

•Have I considered all safe practices /guidelines that apply to this task?

•Can I work the plan safely?

•Do I need help to do this worksafely?

TRAINING•Am I trained to do this work?•Am I trained to use the equipment or toolsrequired?

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Four points to considerFour points to consider

for working safely :for working safely :

PROPER TOOLS & EQUIPMENT•Do I have the personal protective

equipment (PPE) I need?•Do I have the right tool and equipment?•Have I checked if tools / equipment are ingood working condition?

Copyright 1996 Chevron U.S.A. Inc.

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Contractor Handbook MidContinent/Alaska Business Unit

Effective January 1, 2011

Chevron North America Exploration and Production Company

Category No. Document No. Rev.

Rev Description Issue Date Prepared By Reviewed By

5 Chevron MCBU Version January 1,2006 R Papasan 10/20/05 Contr. Safety Team

6 Chevron MCBU Version January 1, 2006 R. Papasan 01/05/06 Legal

7 Chevron MCABU Version January 1, 2011 R. Papasan 02/04/2011 Legal



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Table of Con ten ts1.0 INTRODUCTION ......................................................................................................................................... 1

1.1 OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE .................................................................................................................... 1 1.2 HOW TO USE THIS HANDBOOK ................................................................................................................. 2

2.0 RESPONSIBILITY OVERVIEW ............................................................................................................... 2 2.1 VERIFICATION OF CONTRACTOR COMPLIANCE....................................................................................... 2 2.1.1 Chevron Employee Responsibilities ..................................................................................................... 2 2.1.2 HES Post Job Evaluation (Attachment 1)................ .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ... 3 2.1.3 Contractor Responsibilities .......... ........... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... .......... 3 2.1.4 Monthly Man-hour Report (Attachment 2) .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... ...... 4

2.2 STOP WORK AUTHORITY .......................................................................................................................... 5 3.0 CHEVRON WORKPLACE PRINCIPLES AND POLICIES .................................................................. 5

3.1 PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT ......................................................................................................................... 5 3.2 DRUGS, ALCOHOL, AND WEAPONS ........................................................................................................... 5 3.2.1 Contractor Record Keeping Requirements .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... ...... 5 3.2.2 Alcohol ................. .......... ........... .......... ........... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ... 6 3.2.3 Drugs ......... ........... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ... 6

3.3 EXPLOSIVES AND FIREARMS ..................................................................................................................... 6 3.4 HOUSEKEEPING.......................................................................................................................................... 6 3.5 SMOKING.................................................................................................................................................... 7 3.6 LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS...................................................................................................................... 7 3.7 SECURITY ................................................................................................................................................... 7 3.8 PERSONAL ELECTRONIC DEVICES ............................................................................................................ 7 3.9 BEHAVIOR-BASED SAFETY PROCESS ........................................................................................................ 7 3.10 ORIENTATION OF CONTRACTORS AND VISITORS..................................................................................... 8 3.11 SHORT-SERVICE EMPLOYEE POLICY (SSE) ............................................................................................. 8 3.11.1 Contractor Short-Service Employee Orientation ................................................................................. 9 3.11.2 Contractor Short-Service Employee Form (Attachment 3) ............................................................... 10

3.12 ROOT CAUSE ANALYSIS /INCIDENT INVESTIGATION.............................................................................. 10 3.13 MOTOR VEHICLE OPERATIONS .............................................................................................................. 11

4.0 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES ................................................................................................................ 12 4.1 INCIDENT REPORTING PROCEDURES ...................................................................................................... 12 4.1.1 Immediate Report of Incident Flowchart (Attachment 4) .......... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ... 12 4.1.2 Safety Communication Form (Attachment 5) .................................................................................... 12

4.2 EMERGENCY RESPONSE PLANS............................................................................................................... 12 4.3 SPILL OR RELEASE RESPONSE PLAN ...................................................................................................... 12 4.4 EMERGENCY RESPONSE AND DRILLS ..................................................................................................... 13

5.0 HES MEETINGS ........................................................................................................................................ 13 5.1 SAFETY MEETINGS .................................................................................................................................. 13 5.1.1 Safety Meeting Attendance List Form (Attachment 6) ...................................................................... 13

5.2 ONSITE HES/TAILGATE MEETINGS ....................................................................................................... 13 5.3 PRE-JOB HES MEETINGS ........................................................................................................................ 14 6.0 PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE) ................................................................................. 14

6.1 GENERAL.................................................................................................................................................. 14 6.2 HEAD PROTECTION ................................................................................................................................. 14 6.3 EYE PROTECTION .................................................................................................................................... 15

6.3.1 Selecting Eye Protection ..................................................................................................................... 15 6.3.2 Contact Lenses .................................................................................................................................... 16



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6.4 FOOT PROTECTION .................................................................................................................................. 16 6.5 HAND PROTECTION ................................................................................................................................. 16 6.6 HEARING PROTECTION ........................................................................................................................... 16 6.7 PROTECTIVE CLOTHING- FLAME RESISTANT CLOTHING (FRC) .......................................................... 17 6.8 RESPIRATORY PROTECTION.................................................................................................................... 17

7.0 TRANSPORTATION ................................................................................................................................. 17 7.1 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS TRANSPORTATION......................................................................................... 17

8.0 ENVIRONMENT ........................................................................................................................................ 18 8.1 SPILL PREVENTION, CONTROL AND COUNTERMEASURES (SPCC) PLAN ............................................. 18 8.2 WASTE MANAGEMENT ............................................................................................................................ 18 8.3 WASTE CATEGORIES ............................................................................................................................... 19

8.3.1 Hazardous Waste .................. ........... .......... ........... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .... 19 8.3.2 E&P Waste ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... . 19 8.3.3 Other Waste ......................................................................................................................................... 19 8.3.4 Other Regulated Waste ....................................................................................................................... 19

8.4 POLLUTION PREVENTION........................................................................................................................ 19 9.0 OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND INDUSTRIAL HYGIENE ............................................................. 20

9.1 FIT FOR DUTY .......................................................................................................................................... 20 9.2 HYDROGEN SULFIDE (H2S) ..................................................................................................................... 20 9.3 CARBON DIOXIDE (CO2) AND CARBON MONOXIDE (CO) ..................................................................... 21 9.4 HAZARD COMMUNICATION (HAZCOM)/MSDS PROGRAM ................................................................. 21 9.5 GENERAL INDUSTRIAL HYGIENE PRINCIPLES........................................................................................ 21 9.5.1 NORM .................. .......... ........... .......... ........... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... . 21 9.5.2 Asbestos ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... ...... 22 9.5.3 Benzene ................... ........... .......... ........... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........ 22 9.5.4 Lead .......... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... ........... .......... ........... .. 22

9.6 HEAT STRESS & FATIGUE ....................................................................................................................... 23 9.6.1 Heat Stroke ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... . 23 9.6.2 Heat Exhaustion ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ... 24 9.6.3 Heat Cramps ............. ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... ...... 24 9.6.4 Heat Rash ......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .... 24 9.6.5 Fatigue ................. .......... ........... .......... ........... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... . 24

9.7 COLD WEATHER ...................................................................................................................................... 24 9.7.1 Frostbite .................. ........... .......... ........... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........ 24 9.7.2 Hypothermia............ ........... .......... ........... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........ 25 9.7.3 Stress and Strain Injuries ................................................................................................................... 25 9.7.4 Slippery Work Surfaces ...................................................................................................................... 25 10.0 PROCESS SAFETY MANAGEMENT REGULATION (PSM) ............................................................. 25 11.0 MANAGING SAFE WORK/SAFE WORK PROCESS .......................................................................... 25

11.1 MCA SAFE WORK PRACTICES ............................................................................................................... 25 11.2 PURPOSE AND OBJECTIVE ....................................................................................................................... 26 11.3 MCA MSW/SWP REQUIREMENTS......................................................................................................... 26 11.4 HAZARD ANALYSIS .................................................................................................................................. 26

11.4.1 Requirements ................ .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ... 26 11.4.2 Planning Phase Hazard Analysis ........... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........ 26 11.4.3 Job Safety Analysis (JSA) ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... .......... 27 11.4.4 Job Safety Analysis Form (Attachment 7) ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... ........... .......... ........... .... 27 11.4.5 Hazard Identification Tool (Attachement 8) .......... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ... 27 11.4.6 "Think Incident Free" (TIF) Form (Attachment 9) ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... .......... 27

11.5 PERMIT TO WORK ................................................................................................................................... 27 11.5.1 Isolation of Hazardous Energy (IHE)/Lockout/Tagout (LO/TO) .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... . 28



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11.6 SIMULTANEOUS OPERATIONS ................................................................................................................. 29 11.7 HOT WORK .............................................................................................................................................. 29 11.8 FIRE PREVENTION ................................................................................................................................... 31

11.8.1 Ignition Sources .......... .......... ........... .......... ........... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .... 31 11.9 CONFINED SPACE ENTRY ........................................................................................................................ 31

11.9.1 Contractor Responsibilities .......... ........... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........ 32 11.10 BYPASSING CRITICAL PROTECTIONS...................................................................................................... 32 11.11 EXCAVATION, TRENCHING AND SHORING .............................................................................................. 33

11.11.1 One Call .............................................................................................................................................. 34 11.12 LIFTING (CRANE) AND RIGGING SAFETY ............................................................................................... 34

11.12.1 Training ............................................................................................................................................... 34 11.12.2 Weather ............................................................................................................................................... 34 11.12.3 Suspended Loads ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ... 34 11.12.4 Procedure for using Tag Lines .......... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ... 34 11.12.5 Lift Team Responsibilities ............. ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... ...... 35 11.12.6 Pre-Operation .......... ........... .......... ........... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........ 35 11.12.7 During Operation .......... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ... 35 11.12.8 Pre-Use Inspection ......... ........... .......... ........... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... . 35 11.12.9 Sling Identification ............................................................................................................................. 36 11.12.10 Identification Codes ........... .......... ........... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........ 36

11.13 FALL HAZARD MANAGEMENT ................................................................................................................ 36 11.13.1 Working in Areas that are above 6 Feet from the Ground or Floor Level .............. .......... ........... .... 36 11.13.2 Fall Rescue ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... . 37 11.13.3 Care and Inspection of Fall Protection Equipment ........................................................................... 37 11.13.4 Guarding Floor Openings .................................................................................................................. 37 11.13.5 Ladders General .......... .......... ........... .......... ........... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .... 37 11.13.6 Inspection ......... ........... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .... 37 11.13.7 Placement ......... ........... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .... 38 11.13.8 Ascending and Descending .......... ........... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........ 38 11.13.9 Use ....................................................................................................................................................... 38

11.14 SCAFFOLDING SAFETY............................................................................................................................. 38 11.15 TANK ROOFS ............................................................................................................................................ 38

12.0 GENERAL OPERATIONS ........................................................................................................................ 39 12.1 RIG /EQUIPMENT MOVE CHECKLIST (ATTACHMENT 10) ....................................................................... 39 12.2 LIFTING OF LOADS BY PERSONNEL (MANUAL LIFTING POLICY) .......................................................... 39 12.3 ELECTRICAL SAFETY............................................................................................................................... 40

12.3.1 Electrical Safe-Work Practices .......... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... ........... .......... ........... .. 40 12.3.2 Electrical Fuses ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .... 40 12.3.3 Extension Cords .......... .......... ........... .......... ........... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .... 40 12.3.4 Static Electricity .................................................................................................................................. 41 12.3.5 Minimum Equipment Spacing Requirements .......... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... . 41 12.3.6 Minimum Spacing Guide for Production Equipment (Attachment 11) .......... .......... ........... .......... ... 42

12.4 EQUIPMENT .............................................................................................................................................. 42 12.4.1 General ................................................................................................................................................ 42 12.4.2 Operating Equipment.......................................................................................................................... 42

12.5 PRESSURIZED PRODUCTION EQUIPMENT ............................................................................................... 42 12.5.1 Repair and Maintenance .......... .......... ........... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... . 42 12.5.2 Re-pressurizing ........... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .... 43 12.5.3 Valves .................................................................................................................................................. 43 12.5.4 Piping ................. ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ... 43 12.5.5 Pig Launchers and Traps .................. .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ... 43

12.6 USE OF CHEATER BARS /PIPES................................................................................................................. 43 12.7 USE OF HAND AND POWER TOOLS .......................................................................................................... 44 12.8 WORKING OVERHEAD ............................................................................................................................. 44 12.9 SLIPS, TRIPS, AND FALLS......................................................................................................................... 44



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12.10 REPETITIVE STRESS................................................................................................................................. 44 12.11 LOAD BINDERS......................................................................................................................................... 45

13.0 SPECIALIZED OPERATIONS................................................................................................................. 45 13.1 SANDBLASTING (REQUIRES A HOT WORK PERMIT) .............................................................................. 45 13.2 PAINTING.................................................................................................................................................. 46 13.3

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13.4 WELDING ................................................................................................................................................. 47

13.4.1 Personal Protection for Welders ......... ........... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... . 47 13.4.2 Fire Protection During Welding ......... ........... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... . 48 13.4.3 Ventilation ........................................................................................................................................... 48 13.4.4 Equipment .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ... 49 14.0 DRILLING AND WELL SERVICING OPERATIONS ......................................................................... 49

14.1 DRILLING, COMPLETION, WORKOVER, AND WELL SERVICE OPERATIONS ......................................... 49 14.2 SAFE PRACTICES & PROCEDURES FOR WORKING NEAR POWER LINES............................................... 49

14.2.2 Jobsite Safety Requirements for Working near Power Lines: ............... ........... .......... ........... .......... . 50 14.2.3 Hazard Areas for Rig Operations Near Electric Power Lines (Attachment 12) ........... .......... .......... 51

14.3 RIG EQUIPMENT GROUNDING ................................................................................................................. 51 14.4 DERRICK LADDERS .................................................................................................................................. 51 14.5 LIFTING OF PERSONNEL WITH AIR HOIST OR HYDRAULIC WINCH ...................................................... 51 14.6 FALL PROTECTION DURING RIG MOVES................................................................................................ 52 14.7 EMERGENCY DRILLS ............................................................................................................................... 52 14.8 TRAINING REQUIREMENTS FOR WELL SERVICE RIGS........................................................................... 53 14.9 WELL CONTROL DRILLS ......................................................................................................................... 53 14.10 BLOWOUT PREVENTION EQUIPMENT (BOPE) TESTS............................................................................ 54 14.11 WELL SERVICE /WORKOVER RIGS.......................................................................................................... 54

14.11.1 Process for Conducting Rig Inspections .......... ........... .......... ........... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........ 54 14.11.2 MCA Drilling and Completions Field Review (Attachment 13) ......... ........... ........... .......... ........... .... 55 14.11.3 Recommendations to Govern Tubing Block Speeds .......... .......... ........... ........... .......... ........... .......... . 55 14.11.4 Workover/Well Service Safety & Environment Guidelines (Attachment 14) ........... .......... ........... .... 55 14.11.5 Additional Operator/Crew Chief Roles and Responsibilities ........... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........ 55

14.12 ROTARY DRILLING RIGS ......................................................................................................................... 56 14.12.1 Process for Conducting Rotary Rig Inspections ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... ...... 56 14.13 FORKLIFTS ............................................................................................................................................... 56

14.14 TUBULAR HANDLING............................................................................................................................... 57 14.15 PIPE RACKS.............................................................................................................................................. 57 14.16 WINCH AND GIN POLE TRUCKS .............................................................................................................. 57

14.16.1 Auxiliary Devices - Wire Rope Fastenings (Attachment 15) ......... ........... .......... ........... .......... .......... 58 14.17 BLOW DOWN, CHOKE MANIFOLD AND RETURN LINES ........................................................................ 58 14.18 RIG FLOOR TOOLS................................................................................................................................... 59

14.18.1 Slips ..................................................................................................................................................... 59 14.18.2 Tongs ................................................................................................................................................... 59 14.18.3 Other Tools .......................................................................................................................................... 59 14.18.4 Casing Handling ................................................................................................................................. 59

14.19 CEMENTING ............................................................................................................................................. 60 14.20 PERFORATING AND WIRELINE OPERATIONS.......................................................................................... 61 14.21 COILED TUBING UNIT.............................................................................................................................. 61 14.22 SNUBBING UNIT /HIGH PRESSURE COIL TUBING.................................................................................... 61

15.0 FUELS AND GASES .................................................................................................................................. 62 15.1 GASOLINE................................................................................................................................................. 62 15.2 COMPRESSED GAS CYLINDERS ............................................................................................................... 63

15.2.1 Moving Cylinders .......... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ... 63 15.2.2 Storage ................................................................................................................................................. 63 15.2.3 Use ....................................................................................................................................................... 63



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15.2.4 Oxygen Cylinders ................................................................................................................................ 63 15.2.5 Acetylene Cylinders .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... .......... 64 15.2.6 Natural Gas .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... ........... .......... . 64



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1.0 Introduction

Chevron North America Exploration and Production Company ("Chevron") values the safety and health

of all workers and the protection of our environment. Our company is committed to having incident free

operations (IFO), but this can only be achieved by working as a team with our contractors.

The term “contractor” as used in this handbook means a person other than a Chevron employee thatperforms work on Chevron premises.

This handbook provides a minimum set of expectations and guidance to Chevron contractors regarding

contractor work performed on Chevron property. Contractors are required to follow the policies and

procedures established by the contractor in addition to any Chevron site-specific policies. This handbook

is intended to supplement, not replace the contractor's health, environment and safety program, which the

contractor is required to implement. In the event of a conflict between this handbook and the contractor's

health, environment and safety program, the stricter rule should apply. The contractor’s contract withChevron may be cancelled or an individual may be requested to leave Chevron premises and not return, if

the guidelines of this handbook are not followed.

Chevron is continuously looking for ways to improve our health, environment and safety (HES)

programs. If a contractor has any feedback for improvement or changes to this document, please sharethem with a Chevron representative.

1.1 Opera tion al Exce llen ce

Operational Excellence (OE) is one of Chevron’s critical drivers for business success. Chevron aims to

achieve OE through safe, reliable, efficient, and environmentally sound operations. Contractors will hear

Chevron personnel talk about Operational Excellence or OE and our efforts to achieve incident free

operations or IFO. Both of these goals are important to our business and we would like our contractors to

understand and be familiar with them.

Tenets of Operational Excellence

Two Key Principles:

• We do it Safely or Not at all.

• We always have time to do it right.

We Always:

• Operate within design or environmental limits

• Operate in a safe and controlled condition

• Ensure safety devices are in place and functioning

• Follow safe work practices and procedures

• Meet or exceed customer requirements

• Maintain integrity of dedicated systems

• Comply with all rules and regulations

• Address abnormal conditions

• Follow written procedures for high risk or unusual situations

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1.2 How to Use This Hand boo k

The intent of this handbook is to provide guidance to our contractors regarding Chevron’s expectations of

its contractor workforce.

All of Chevron’s contractors should have a copy of this handbook accessible to them. The contents of this

handbook should be reviewed, discussed, and understood by contractors before any work is performed on

Chevron’s premises. If a health, environment or safety issue arises that is not addressed in the handbook or by the contractor's own health, environment or safety program, do not hesitate to ask for guidance froma Chevron representative.

Contractor Health, Environment and Safety orientation meetings are available to supplement this

handbook and Chevron requires that all contractors attend an orientation prior to starting work. Upon

request by a Chevron representative, all contractor employees must be able to show their Chevron

General HES Orientation card to conduct activities on Chevron locations. The contractor may schedule an

orientation by contacting one of the Chevron Contractor HES Champions or the Chevron person

overseeing the work.

The following link allows access to the Chevron MidContinent/Alaska Business Unit external web page.

Additional copies of this Contractor Handbook are available to download from this site.

http://upstream.chevron.com/contractormcbu/default.asp

2.0 Responsibility Overview

2.1 Verification of Contractor Compliance

Chevron will use one or more of the following assessment tools to verify that all contractors use the

contractor’s health, environment and safety program and to improve observed, at-risk behaviors:

• Informal employee interviews.

• Written Assessments in form of CHESM On-Site Inspections, Field Reviews and Level III Audits.• Hands-on skill demonstrations.

• Post Job Evaluations.

• Behavior-based safety observations.

• Chevron Contractor Owner Meetings

Chevron will also use, but is not limited to, one or more of the following methods to evaluate the training

programs of our contractors:

• Internal audits.

• 3rd party audits or like reviews.

• Service Agreements.

2.1.1 Chevron Emp loyee Re s pon s ibilities

The following list contains some of the Chevron employees' key responsibilities:

• Comply with federal, state, and local laws while performing duties.

• Comply with Chevron's procedures and guidelines while performing duties.

• Correct unsafe conditions, if the employee is able to do so, and report corrective action to the

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• Report any observed unsafe conditions or environmental concerns to the appropriate person and

suggest corrective action if the employee is unable to take immediate corrective action.

• Immediately report all incidents, injuries, spills, and near misses to a supervisor.

• Immediately report possible violations of laws, procedures, and guidelines to the employee's

supervisor.

• Report concerns about a contractor's health, environmental and safety practices to the Chevron

supervisor. In cases of imminent danger, speak directly to the affected contractor.

• Obtain and evaluate the contractor’s health, environment and safety performance and programs.

• Conduct and provide documentation of Level III Audits, Field Reviews and Post Job Evaluations.

• Inform contractors of the known hazards potential including fire, explosion, or toxic release hazards

relating to the contractor’s work and the process.

• Communicate to contractors the applicable provision of the emergency action plan.

• Develop and implement safe work practices to control the presence, entrance and exit of contractors

in covered process areas.

• Evaluate periodically the performance of contractors in fulfilling their obligations.

2.1.2 HES Pos t Jo b Evalua tion (Attach men t 1)

A copy of the HES Post Job Evaluation is available as Attachment 1. The responsible Chevron

representative will use this form periodically to document the contractor's performance upon completion

of an assigned job.

2.1.3 Contrac tor Res pon s ibilities

The contractor is responsible for the safety of all its workers. The contractor is responsible for ensuring

that workers perform their day-to-day work in a safe and proper manner.

All contractors must become familiar with Chevron's policies and procedures, as well as with this

contractor handbook. These guidelines are intended to supplement, not replace, the contractor's own

health, environment and safety program. If Chevron's procedures and the contractor's procedures conflict,the more strict rule should be followed.

To meet this responsibility, the contractor must do the following:

• Train its workers to:

1. Implement and enforce a health, environment and safety program. Ensure that all workers are

properly trained for the tasks they are assigned to perform.

2. Identify and immediately report potentially dangerous conditions in the workplace.

3. Follow safe work practices and procedures.

4. Use and maintain personal protective equipment.

5. Notify a supervisor when a worker is taking medication (both prescription and non-prescription)

that could impair the worker’s ability to work safely.

• The contractor is required to maintain a file of worker training records to include the following:

6. The identity of the worker trained;

7. The date of the training;

8. The name of the instructor;

9. An outline of the material covered; and



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10. A means to verify that the worker understood the training.

• Provide workers with proper personal protective equipment in good working condition.

• Have a designated safety representative at each job site responsible for all safety-related activities.

Depending on job scope or risk, the person in charge of the job may designate a qualifiedcrewmember to perform this function.

• Ensure that workers know and comply with Chevron's drug and alcohol requirements, which are apart of the contractor's contract with Chevron.

• Report any unsafe conditions or health and environmental concerns to a Chevron representative.

• Correct any hazardous conditions that workers create while performing their work.

• Conduct appropriate industrial hygiene monitoring and, if requested, provide copies of the results to

Chevron.

• Verbally report accidents immediately to the Chevron representative. Conduct an investigation and

provide a completed written incident report for each incident.

• Ensure that workers assigned to work at Chevron locations are fit for duty and that they are physically

capable of performing all aspects of their jobs.

• Review the health, environment and safety systems of subcontractors and verify that the

subcontractors meet or exceed the contractor’s safety and training requirements.

• Contractor safety personnel must periodically make visits to Chevron sites where the contractor’s

workers are working.

• Conduct and provide documentation of Post Job Evaluations (Attachment 1).

• Contractor will complete Chevron's Safety Questionnaire or report this data to ISNetworld as

requested by Chevron.

2.1.4 Monthly Man-hour Report (Attachment 2)

Each contractor is required to update Chevron MidContinent/Alaska Business Unit (MCABU) records

monthly by communicating the following data as it occurs while performing work on Chevron propertyunder the terms of the Service Agreement:

NOTE: The incidents and man-hour data reported shall include any subcontractor data for work

performed under the Service Agreement, in addition to the incidents & man-hours reported for the

contractor.

• Number of man-hours worked

• Number of injuries & illnesses of each type in connection with Chevron site operation

• First aid cases

• Medical treatment cases

• Restricted duty cases

• Lost time cases

Chevron MidContinent/Alaska Business Unit utilizes the data provided by contract companies as

members of ISNetworld. ISNetworld is a global resource of self-reported conformance information from

contractors/suppliers. Participating members of ISNetworld are required to maintain up-to-date

conformance information at the end of each quarter.

If the contractor is not a reporting member on ISNetworld, Attachment 2 Monthly Man-hour Report is a

form that may be used to provide the monthly data. The form communicates the destinations the data will



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be sent via telephone, fax or e-mail. Electronic copies (Microsoft Word Version) of the form are available

upon request.

2.2 Stop Work Authority

Contractors are empowered and expected to stop the work if any person’s safety, health, or the

environment are at risk. NO repercussions will result from this action.If a contractor is discouraged from exercising the "Stop Work Authority" or penalized for doing so, then

the contractor should report this action to the Chevron Hotline 1(800) 284-3015.

Use of a prescription or over-the-counter medication is permitted only if such use does not have side

effects that could adversely affect the contractor's work performance. Contractors should consult with

their physician before taking any medications that might adversely affect their work performance.

3.0 Che vron Workplace Princ iples an d P olicies

3.1 Professional Conduct

Chevron has respect for every individual who works for our company and we expect our employees andcontractors to conduct themselves in a professional manner. Horseplay, practical jokes, and harassment

are not allowed. No form of harassment will be tolerated on Chevron premises.

3.2 Drugs, Alcohol, and Weapons

Any person under the influence of alcohol or controlled substances is prohibited from entering Chevronpremises, engaging in Chevron business, or operating Chevron equipment.

Entry into or exit from any Chevron office or work location is provided under the condition of Chevron’s

right to search any person, vehicle, or the personal effects of any person for illegal drugs, intoxicating

beverages, firearms, weapons, or pyrotechnics. As a safety precaution, and to preclude the loss of

Chevron’s tools, materials, and equipment, authorized representatives of Chevron may search those

entering, working in, or exiting Chevron locations without prior announcement.Nature, Frequency, And Type Of Drug Testing

All Contractors are required to have a Drug and Alcohol program with a policy that includes the

following types of drug testing:

Pre-employment testing.

Random testing of employees in safety sensitive positions.

Reasonable-suspicion testing.

Involvement in accidents or unsafe-practices.

Voluntary testing.

Testing as part of and as a follow-up to counseling or rehabilitation.

Generally, random testing shall be performed pursuant to a random selection method with a minimum

annual testing rate of fifty percent (50%) of the total population of personnel

3.2.1 Contractor Record Keeping Requirements

Contractors shall keep books and records documenting their compliance with the requirements of the

Drug, Alcohol & Search Policy, detailed in the contract documents, for at least twenty-four (24) months.Chevron and its representatives shall have the right to audit such books and records from time to time

during regular business hours. Chevron and its representatives shall not have access to a person’s



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controlled substance or alcohol test results where applicable law prohibits such access. Contractors shall

provide Chevron, on request, with a written report detailing their compliance with the requirements of the

Drug, Alcohol & Search Policy. Such report should state:

(a) The number of pre-work tests performed,

(b) The number of other tests performed,

(c) The number of positive test results,

(d) The number of persons who declined to be tested, and

(e) The number of persons removed from work under the Service Agreement.

The cut-off levels for a contractor’s drug testing program should be no greater than those recommended

by the United States Department of Transportation (DOT).

The cut-off level for a positive alcohol test should be a blood alcohol concentration of no more than 0.04

percent (%BAC).Chevron's Drug, Alcohol & Search Policy and procedures are fully explained in the

Service Agreement.

3.2.2 Alcohol

Chevron prohibits the use, possession, distribution, purchase, or sale of alcohol while on Chevron

premises or operating Chevron equipment.

3.2.3 Drugs

Chevron prohibits the use, possession, distribution, purchase, or sale of any controlled substance while on

Chevron premises, conducting Chevron business, or operating Chevron equipment.

If a contractor brings prescription drugs into a Chevron facility, the medication must be in the bottle or

container in which they were originally dispensed and must be prescribed to the contractor.

Use of a prescription or over-the-counter medication is permitted only if such use does not have side

effects that could adversely affect the contractor's work performance. Contractors should consult with

their physician before taking any medications that might adversely affect their work performance. With

respect to jobs or functions that involve safety-sensitive functions, using over-the-counter or prescription

drugs that include warnings about driving, operation of machinery, or any other potentially dangerous

operations, the warnings shall be communicated to the Chevron representative.

3.3 Explos ives and Firearms

Chevron prohibits the use, possession, transportation, or sale of explosives, unauthorized flammable

materials, firearms, or other weapons while on Chevron premises, engaged in Chevron business, or

operating Chevron equipment.

3.4 Housekeeping

Contractors must:

Keep all work areas, walking surfaces, handrails, equipment, tools, life-saving and fire-fightingequipment clean and free of obstructions.

Appropriately store tools or tie them off so that they do not cause a hazard to people in the surrounding

area.

Only use Chevron-approved solvents for cleaning purposes. Gasoline is not allowed for cleaning.

Discard oily rags separately from regular trash.



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Use plastic buckets appropriately. Do not use plastic buckets to transport any hydrocarbons or flammable

liquids.

Properly label all containers (i.e., spray bottles, jugs, etc.) and all transferable metal containers containing

any materials.

3.5 Smoking

All buildings and living facilities are designated as "non-smoking" areas except for areas specifically

designated for smoking.

Smoking is permitted only in designated smoking areas. Smoking is not allowed in any common use area

such as galleys, offices, restrooms, laundry rooms, etc.

Additionally, smoking is prohibited within the guy wires of well service rigs or within 50' of any

equipment.

3.6 Language Requirements

All workers must be able to read and understand the posted warning signs on Chevron premises. Where

there is a concern for safety, health and the environment due to language barriers, contractors may not beallowed on Chevron premises until an assigned interpreter can be provided by the contractor.

3.7 Security

Contractors shall be responsible for their own equipment and will be held accountable for controlling the

actions of their workers while on Chevron premises. Chevron is not responsible for lost or stolen articles.

3.8 Personal Electronic Devices

Personal electronic devices (phones, pagers, cameras, and computers) are also ignition sources. Thesedevices may not be used without an approved hot work permit.

Unless cameras have been properly evaluated, they are assumed an ignition source (particularly those

cameras with flash attachments or motor drives). Cameras should not be used in or around production ordrilling operations without prior approval of the Chevron representative in charge.

For detailed information about ignition sources, please see Section 11.7 Hot Work in this handbook.

3.9 Behavior-Bas ed S afety Proces s

Contractors are required to have their own behavior-based safety (BBS) process. In a behavioral process,

workers conduct observations and provide feedback on safety practices within their work areas. These

observations provide data that is used as the basis for recognition, problem-solving, and continuous

improvement.

This process must include the observation forms that are to be completed and submitted to contractors by

their workers for tracking purposes. Workers must receive training in, as well as participate in the

contractor’s BBS process.

Contractors are required to track the at-risk behaviors noted on these observation forms and look for

trends in these behaviors. Once a trend is identified, contractors are required to develop and implement

action plans to address these behaviors or risks.

Chevron MidContinent/Alaska Business Unit minimum expectations for contractor compliance for a BBSobservation process are:

• Must demonstrate an actionable process is in place.



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• Provides defined process and training for workers to observe each other and give feedback.

• Provides tracking of at-risk-behaviors through use of a database.

• Provides trending of at-risk-behaviors, shared with all workers and leading to action plan

development to reduce the at-risk-behaviors.

• Provides that action items be tracked through to completion.

3.10 Orien tation of Con tractors an d Vis itors

All contractors are required to sign a login sheet or immediately check-in with the person in charge when

arriving at a Chevron site. Prior to working at a Chevron location for the first time, contractors are

required to complete a Site Specific HES orientation.

NOTE:

The orientation of all contractors does not supersede the requirements for Short Service Employees.

Section 3.11 Short-Service Employee Policy (SSE) describes these requirements.

3.11 Sh ort-Se rvice Employee Po licy (SSE)

The purpose of this Short-Service Employee (SSE) Policy is to ensure that workers with less than sixmonths experience are identified, adequately supervised, trained and managed so as to prevent injury to

themselves or others, property damage, or environmental harm.

Any worker with less than 6 months service in the same job/position or with his/her present employer will

be considered a Short-Service Employee (SSE). Experienced workers who are new to a location should

be considered by the Chevron location supervisor for inclusion in the SSE program based on the specifics

of their assignment. Factors to consider include significant differences in:

• job responsibilities/duties from previous assignments/employers

• work processes/practices from previous assignments/employers

• equipment/tools from previous assignments/employers

• skill level, familiarity with co-workers.A "Contractor SSE Form" (Attachment 3) must be completed by the contractor for each individual SSE.

The contractor must certify on the form that the SSE has received all necessary training. The form must

be submitted and approved by the Chevron MidContinent/Alaska Business Unit location supervisor prior

to the SSE arriving on location.

Working multiple SSEs on a crew increases the risk of crew injuries. As a result, the following are Mid

Continent Business Unit SSE crew requirements:

• Single person "crew" cannot be SSE.

• 2-9 person crews can have only 1 SSE per crew.

• Crews with 10 persons or more should not exceed 20% SSE.

Exceptions to these requirements require a plan to mitigate the risks and written approval of the Chevronlocation supervisor. A form for the approval is attached (Attachment 3). Exceptions for crews with SSE

greater than 50% requires Chevron management approval.

For purposes of this policy, a crew is defined as those workers working at a single location who are

employed by the same contractor.

All SSE personnel must attend a location-specific HES orientation prior to beginning work on location.

Applicable contractor and Chevron MidContinent/Alaska Business Unit HES policies should be discussed

during the orientation. Following the orientation, each SSE will be required to sign a form evidencing the



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training topics covered. Additionally, each SSE will receive a SSE Orientation card hard hat sticker which

will identify that the orientation has been completed.

SSE personnel will be identified by New-on-Job decals which will be applied to the employee’s hard hat.

These decals may be obtained from:

J. W. Toups, Inc.

1422 Tiger Dr.

Thibodaux, La 70301

800-688-6877

Additionally, contractors may elect to identify their SSE personnel by assigning them a different colored

hard hat that will distinguish them from experienced employees.

All SSE personnel must be assigned an experienced mentor to assist the employee during his/her SSE

period. It is the mentor’s responsibility to closely supervise the assigned SSE and prevent him/her from

performing tasks for which they are not properly trained.

To be removed from SSE status, an employee must exhibit safe behavior for 6 months (e.g., incident free

performance, proactive participation in HES programs such as incident reporting including near misses,

Behavior-Based Safety (BBS), Job Safety Analysis (JSA) development, safety meetings, etc.) and have ageneral awareness and working knowledge of the contractor’s and Chevron’s HES policies. Release from

SSE status requires the approval of both the contractor’s management and the Chevron location

supervisor.

Contractors may recommend a reduction of the 6 month requirement based on an SSE’s performance and

relevant industry experience. This reduction must be approved by the Chevron location supervisor.

Documentation should be maintained by contractors for a period of 1 year after an employee has been

removed from SSE status.

Employees who do not qualify for release from SSE status after 6 months are not allowed to continue

work on a Chevron location without approval of the Chevron location supervisor. Where contractor

management and the Chevron location supervisor decide to allow such an employee to continue working,

the reasons for the determination should be documented by the contractor’s management and the Chevron

location supervisor.

Contractors will manage their subcontractors in alignment with this policy. Chevron will audit the

contractor’s SSE program as part of the Contractor Safety Management Process review.

3.11.1 Contrac tor Sho rt-Se rvice Employee Orienta tion

Chevron’s MidContinent/Alaska Business Unit (MCA) has developed a Short Service Employee (SSE)Orientation program targeting all new workers that enter our oil and gas exploration and production

operations through contracted service companies.

Effective August 1, 2009, every new worker will be required to attend this orientation before entering a

Chevron MCA jobsite. Please note that contract companies providing services in our Alaskan operations

will be exempt from this orientation as a similar SSE orientation, specific to their operations, is being

developed locally.

Specifically, this orientation is required for every SSE worker that may enter a Chevron MCA jobsite

while employed less than six (6) months with their current company. This includes existing or future

SSE’s as of the effective date August 1, 2009. SSE workers are only required to attend this orientation

once, and are asked to retain verification of completing the orientation.

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Chevron MCA will provide all the materials involved in the SSE Orientation. The materials include a CD

of the PowerPoint presentation, a Facilitators Guide, Student Handbooks, Student Course Completion

Cards, a class log sheet and handouts (i.e. examples of Behavior-Based Safety observation cards, Job

Safety Analysis forms, etc.). The program is designed to be facilitator-led, combining oral messages and

photos depicting the oil and gas exploration and production business.

Each contract company willing to provide a facilitator to conduct this orientation in-house can request a

copy of the materials from the West Texas Safety Training Center (WTSTC). Upon completion of each

presentation, the Facilitator will be required to prepare a Course Completion card for each student. The

Course Completion Card is the SSE’s evidence on the jobsite of having attended the orientation. The

Facilitator is also required to prepare and forward a copy of the attendance log sheet to the WTSTC,

where the name and ID# for each participating SSE will be logged into a database.

SSE’s are responsible for possessing his or her card on any Chevron MCA jobsite. In the event the SSE

cannot verify attendance to the SSE Orientation, the SSE will be removed from the jobsite.

The SSE Orientation materials will be provided to a select list of third party training resource companies

located throughout MCA’s operating region, as well. Both English and Spanish versions of the SSE

Orientation are available. The orientation takes approximately six (6) hours to complete and covers 23

topics.

All contract companies are responsible for assuring their SSE participates in this program. Exemptionsfrom this requirement will be limited to contract service companies that meet all of the following criteria:

• Average > 5,000 employees over the last three (3) years

• Average TRIR < 2.0 over the last three (3) years

• Average employee turnover rate < 40% per year

• Maintains ISNetworld membership and up-to-date data

Only companies meeting all the above criteria may request exemption from this new requirement. In

addition to qualifying for the exemption, Chevron MCA may elect to perform an in-depth audit to verify

the company’s written New Hire Orientation and Training program, Mentor Leadership training, anddocumented Job Skills Qualification Checklist program.

By this letter, we are communicating this new requirement, anticipating your company will seek the

available resources for completing this requirement.

To request a copy of the SSE Orientation materials, please contact the West Texas Safety Training Center

at:

P.O.Box 60828

Odessa, Texas 79711

(432)563-3067

3.11.2 Contrac tor Sho rt-Se rvice Employee Form (Attach men t 3)

Contractors must complete and submit the Contractor Short-Service Employee form (Attachment 3) to the

Chevron location supervisor for approval upon or before arrival of SSEs at their work location.

3.12 Root Caus e Analys is /Inc ide nt Inves tiga tion

Contractors are required to provide someone formally trained to lead a root-cause analysis (RCA)

investigation to investigate and identify root causes of incidents so that systemic causes can be reduced or

eliminated and future incidents prevented.

Contractors are required to have a process in place to report, record and investigate incidents and near

misses and correct any deficiencies found. This process should include:



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• root cause analysis for significant events and near misses

• regular evaluation of incident cause trends to determine where improvements in systems, processes,

practices or procedures are warranted

• sharing of relevant lessons learned

A RCA is required for:

• Any accident resulting in an OSHA recordable injury.

• All fires.

• All motor vehicle crashes (MVCs) that take place on Chevron property or involve a Chevron

company vehicle.

• Spills, "near misses" or minor incidents, which have the potential to result in a serious injury, spill,

property loss, fire, or MVC, as directed by Chevron or contractor management.

• Incidents that occur frequently.

Root cause analysis investigation includes these steps:

• Describe what happened, when, and where.

• Determine the actual and potential loss or losses.

• Determine the root causes of the incident.

• Determine the risk of recurrence.

• Develop controls to reduce the risk of recurrence.

• Communicate the lessons learned.

All RCAs completed for incidents on Chevron property must be shared with the Chevron representative

as soon as possible. Contractors are welcome to include Chevron personnel on their RCA teams, as they

deem appropriate.

In situations where an incident involves multiple contractors and Chevron personnel, Chevron may put

together a team made up of personnel from all affected companies.

3.13 Motor Vehicle Operations

Drivers are expected to follow all applicable rules and regulations (including locally established speed

limits) when operating motor vehicles on Chevron property.

Drivers entering on Chevron property are expected to park their vehicles where the first move is forward.

When backing is required, appropriate steps, such as use of a land guide, must be taken to ensure safety.

Cellular telephone use, in either hand-held or hands-free mode, by the driver of a motor vehicle is strictly

prohibited while the vehicle is in motion on Chevron property. This includes receiving incoming calls.

Cell phones may be left on while driving to alert drivers of an incoming call, however, calls should not be

answered. Drivers should stop their vehicle in a safe location off the road and away from traffic to

retrieve messages and return calls.

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4.0 Emergency Procedures

4.1 Incident Repo rting Proce dures

Chevron requires that all contractors use an active case management process for injuries or illnesses

occurring on Chevron property. Any contractor that does not already have such a process should contact

Axiom Medical Management case managers at (281) 419-7063 Ext.1 for all injuries/illnesses on Chevronproperty.

Axiom's case managers are qualified medical professionals experienced in claims management and

proficient in workers' compensation regulations.

All incidents, near misses, property damage and fires must be reported as soon as possible to Chevron

personnel. A Chevron incident report must be completed and any statements needed for the report shall be

taken at that time. Failure to report an incident may result in the termination of the contractor’s contract

with Chevron.

If an injury classification changes over time, contractors are required to notify Chevron at the time of thechange. Failure to do so may result in termination of the contractor’s contract with Chevron.

4.1.1 Imme diate Rep ort of Inciden t Flowch art (Attach men t 4)

A flowchart describing Chevron’s requirements for immediate reporting of incidents by contractors is

available as Attachment 4.

4.1.2 Sa fety Comm unica tion Form (Attachm en t 5)

If contractors do not have their own form for reporting incidents, near misses, success stories, safety

ideas, etc., the Chevron Safety Communication form may be used. (See Attachment 5)

4.2 Emergency Respo ns e Plans

Each contractor is required to have an Emergency Response Plan. The Emergency Response Plan willdescribe the appropriate response for all parties during an emergency event. The Emergency Response

Plan will, at a minimum:

• Identify key contacts for the contractor

• Identify how to handle medical emergencies

• Identify preferred doctors

• Be on laminated or otherwise weather proof material

• Be posted at the work site.

Contractor Emergency Response Plans will align with the local Chevron Emergency Response Plan.

Contractors should receive a local Emergency Action Plan from Chevron for the particular MCABU area.

4.3 Spill or Releas e Res pons e Plan

If contractors observe or discover a spill or release, appropriate personnel must take the following steps:

• Safety first. Ensure the safety of all personnel. Anyone who observes the spill should act carefully,

cautiously, and reasonably.

• Notify the contractor's supervisor and the Chevron person in charge.

• Control the source. Personnel with the appropriate knowledge and experience, when feasible, should

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• Shutting in the well(s) and/or vessel(s).

• Closing the surface and/or sub-surface (automatic or manual) safety device(s).

• Actuating emergency shutdown (ESD) device(s).

• Actuating blowout prevention (BOP) assembly and well control system(s).

4.4 Emergenc y Res pon s e an d Drills

Emergency Response Drills are required to verify understanding of roles and responsibilities in the event

of an actual emergency. Drills are also a tool used to identify gaps in emergency response plans and

equipment.

Emergency Response Drills are conducted at Chevron facilities in accordance with all applicable laws,

regulations, and facility policies. To ensure familiarity with the emergency procedures, Chevron conducts

drills as if an actual emergency exists. Contractors are required to actively participate in EmergencyResponse Drills.

Specific drills may include, but are not limited to:

• Well Control

• H2S

• Spills

• Medical Emergency

• Fires

• Fall Rescue

• Confined Space Rescue

NOTE: Drilling rig and well service rig crews require more frequent drills. See Section 14.0 Drilling and

Well Servicing Operations for more details of Emergency Response Drill requirements.

5.0 HES Meetings

5.1 Safety Meetings

Safety meetings are a key component of any successful health, environment and safety program and arenecessary to achieve sustainable improvements in health, environment and safety performance. Chevron

requires that formal safety meetings be conducted at least monthly by each contractor and attended by allworkers.

5.1.1 Sa fety Mee ting Attenda nce Lis t Form (Attach me nt 6)

An example of a Safety Meeting Attendance List Form for monthly safety meetings is provided as

Attachment 6.

5.2 Ons ite HES/Tailga te Mee ting s

Each contractor at the job site is required to participate in daily tailgate meetings. Tailgate meetings are

different from and in addition to Job Safety Analyses (JSAs), which should be conducted throughout thework day as job tasks change.

Contractors should conduct or actively participate in onsite HES meetings as made available, but at a

minimum, daily. These meetings should include, but not be limited to:

• Reviewing JSAs.

• "Think Incident Free" (TIF) discussions.

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• Discussing work to be completed and how to safely do the work.

• Analyzing lessons learned.

• Sharing incidents and near misses.

• Recognition.

• Conducting a learning exercise.• Observing trends and discussing the corrective actions tied to those trends.

• Review of Emergency Response Plans in place and posted for the job site.

5.3 Pre -job HES Mee ting s

A pre-job meeting (i.e., pre-spud meeting) is required for large jobs, when multiple contractors are

involved, and when special hazards exist, such as working from heights. In the event of a significant

operational change, the person in charge must hold a pre-job meeting to discuss job planning, job

assignments, the completion of a written Job Safety Analysis, and any unique or unusual project hazards.

All multi-contractor jobs and other jobs that are unique or carry significant HES risk as determined by the

Chevron Work Owner or Decision Executive will be required to develop a Project Safety Plan.

Example: a Project Safety Plan is required when jobs consist of snubbing operations, multi-well drilling

packages, and/or Gas Plant construction projects that encompass Process Safety Management (PSM)

environments.

A Project Safety Plan, if required, will include considerations of all elements of this handbook.

A Project Safety Plan Checklist can be used as a Table of Contents for a Project Safety Plan. Additionalitems can be added as needed. Chevron Management sign-off is required for all large, multi-contractor

jobs and other jobs that are unique or carry significant HES risk as determined by the Chevron Project

Manager or Decision Executive.

6.0 Pe rs ona l Protec tive Equipm en t (PP E)

6.1 General

All personnel working on Chevron property shall wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).

It is the responsibility of each individual to bring and to wear PPE as required by the specific task being

performed, the potential hazards that person will be exposed to, and the specifics of the job site.

Contractors must adhere to the PPE requirements recommended on the Material Safety Data Sheets(MSDS) for material they are handling.

6.2 Head Protection

Contractors must wear a hardhat when working in field operations.

Contractors must maintain and replace the hat's suspension system, as needed.Hard hats should not be altered (e.g., drilled, riveted, or painted to change the design) in any way.

Hard hats must be made of non-metallic material and must comply with ANSI standard Z89.1 (or anysuccessor standard).

Contractors must wear their hard hats squarely on their head and not cocked to one side or turned in a

reverse position.

Welders are expected to wear hard hats except during welding operations. This one exception occurs

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while performing their work. This exception to the policy, along with an explanation, must be

documented on the Hot Work Permit.

6.3 Eye Protection

Contractors must wear appropriate eye protection at all times on Chevron work locations. At a minimum,

safety glasses with side shields are required at all times on locations, unless the specific hazards dictateincreased protection.

If contractors wear prescription glasses, then prescription safety glasses or safety glasses must be worn

over the prescription glasses during the contractor's complete tour of field or shop duty.

Safety glasses are not safety goggles. Goggles/face shield (as defined by the MSDS) should be worn to

protect against chemical splashes and potential hazards from the sides; safety glasses do not provide thisprotection.

Contractors should never look directly at a welding arc. Contractors should always shield their eyes from

the arc's rays, even from reflected rays from another surface such as the water. Contractors must wear

goggles when helping or working near welders.

6.3.1 Se lec ting Eye Protec tionEye protection equipment must meet ANSI standard Z87.1 (or any successor regulation). The following

table may be used as a guideline for selecting eye protection.

Table 1 Selecting Eye Protection

Type of Work Possible Danger to Eyes Eye Protection Needed

Acetylene – burning, cutting, or

welding

Sparks, harmful rays, molten

metal, flying particles

Welding goggles: Eyecup type-

tinted lenses, or Coverspec type –

tinted lenses or tinted-plate

lenses

Bleeding down a pressure line or

vessel

Flying particles Goggles: Flexible fitting –

regular ventilation

Changing a choke Flying particles Goggles: Flexible fitting –

regular ventilation

Chemical handling Splash, acid burns, fumes Splash-proof goggles: Flexible

fitting – hooded ventilation and

add a face shield. Follow MSDSguidance.

Chipping Flying particles Goggles: Flexible fitting –

regular ventilation

Cutting Wire Flying particles Goggles: Flexible fitting –regular ventilation

Electric (Arc) Welding Sparks, intense rays, molten

metal

Welding helmet and spectacles:

Eyecup-type slide shields – tinted

lenses

Fire Watch (welding) Flying particles Goggles: Flexible fitting –

regular ventilation



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Grinding Flying particles Goggles: Flexible fitting –

regular ventilation and Face

shield

Hammering Flying particles Goggles: Flexible fitting –

regular ventilation

Laboratory Chemical splash, glass breakage Splash-proof goggles: Flexible

fitting – hooded ventilation

Sandblasting Flying particles Blasting hood and spectacles –

eyecup-type side shields

Wire brushing Flying particles Goggles: Flexible fitting –

regular ventilation

6.3.2 Contact Lenses

Contractors wearing contact lenses must follow these guidelines for eye protection in addition to those

listed in the previous table:• Tell the contractor’s supervisor when you are wearing contact lenses.

• Do not wear contact lenses in areas where there is potential exposure to a welding arc.

• Wear soft lenses or gas-permeable lenses.

• Have a spare pair of contact lenses or prescription glasses readily available.

6.4 Foot Protection

Safety footwear is mandatory in field operations. Steel toed or non-conductive electrician safety toe foot

wear meeting ANSI Z41.1 shall be worn at all times while working on Chevron premises. Shoes with

smooth crepe soles or smooth leather soles are not allowed.

Visitors to certain locations, who are closely supervised, may not be required to wear safety footwear.Visitors should check with the Chevron location supervisor for exceptions to the safety footwear

requirements.

6.5 Hand Protection

Appropriate gloves (cloth, cut-resistant, leather or leather-palmed gloves) must be worn when the hands

are exposed to hazards such as cuts, punctures, or abrasions, when handling chemicals or hazardous

materials where absorption is a concern (rubber gloves), and when performing electrical work (certified

gloves for electrical work).

Welding specific, flameproof gauntlet gloves must be used during all arc welding, gas welding, or gas

cutting operations except when engaged in light work such as test-fitting pieces.

Rigging specific gloves must be worn when performing rigging duties.

6.6 Hea ring P rotec tion

Hearing protection is required in posted areas, or when the work will result in noise levels above 85 DB.

Anyone having questions concerning hearing protection requirements should check with the contractor’s

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6.7 Prote ctive Clothing- Flam e Res is tant Clothing (FRC)

Flame-Resistant Clothing (FRC) is required for protection against flash fires and arc flashes for

employees and contractors present at Chevron’s MCABU exploration and production sites.

Contractors must observe the following clothing standards at work locations, unless otherwise told:

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Long pants and shirts with sleeves are required. Shorts and sleeveless shirts are not allowed in field

operations.

• Under FRC, cotton clothing is recommended, due to its fire protection qualities.

• Do not wear synthetic garments such as polyester, nylon, or rayon under FRC.

• Clothing should be orderly (no holes, tears, loose material) and appropriately fitting, sleeves rolled

down, and shirttails tucked in trousers.

• Wear suitable protective clothing (specified on MSDS) when handling chemicals or hazardous

substances.

• Immediately remove clothing and shoes saturated with petroleum products or chemicals to prevent

skin irritation and possible ignition.

• Do not wear rings, necklaces and other loose jewelry when working in areas where they could catchon moving objects, sharp protrusions, or be exposed to electrical circuits.

6.8 Res piratory P rotection

Contractors whose crews perform work that requires respiratory protection must have a written

Respiratory Protection Program. Contractors must ensure that their crews are properly trained, medicallycleared, fit-tested and the program is properly implemented and documented.

Chevron MCABU requires that workers whose work will require use of a respirator as a result of

performing “open system” work in an H2S environment, and workers designated to respond to an

accidental release for rescue or for controlling the release, be included in a respiratory program.

Examples of such workers would include:

Well service crews, drilling crews, tool pushers, mud engineers, reverse circulation unit operators,roustabout crews, directional drilling personnel, fishing tool operators, wireline company personnel, tank

cleaning crews, coating and sandblasting crews, contract pumpers, transport trucking companies (required

to gauge tanks), oil haulers and mechanics.

Other workers who may be included, depending on circumstances:

Packer or tool service technicians, select members of stimulation crews, cement crews and casing crews,

and kill truck drivers.

7.0 Transportation

7.1 Hazardous Materials TransportationDepartment of Transportation (DOT) Hazardous Materials Regulations (49 CFR Parts 170 -179) apply to

Chevron operations whenever hazardous materials are to be transported by air, water, or highway. Any

person who is responsible for classifying, preparing shipping papers, packaging, marking, labeling,

placarding, and handling regulated hazardous materials must have the required training to perform those

job duties. Chevron, as an operator, is obligated to report any violations of these regulations.

The Chevron representative should be advised before any hazardous materials such as explosives,

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Contractors shall ensure that all hazardous materials shipments conform to DOT regulations regarding

identification, hazard classification, proper shipping name, packaging, marking, labeling, and

manifesting.

Hazardous wastes should be documented on a Hazardous Waste Manifest, not a Straight Bill of Lading.

8.0 Environment

8.1 Spill Prevention, Control and Countermeasures (SPCC) Plan

Consideration must be given to preventing any harm to the environment, including animals, while

working on Chevron property.

If required by the terms of environmental regulations for the storage of bulk materials,contractors shall

develop a Spill Prevention, Control and Countermeasure (SPCC) plan. If a spill happens during the courseof work, contractors shall immediately, if possible:

• shut off the flow,

• contain the spill,

• contact the Chevron representative,

• and begin cleanup,

8.2 Waste Management

Chevron operates under the following waste-handling hierarchy guidelines:

• Reduce the amount of waste at the source by only ordering the amount of chemicals or other materials

needed to do a job.

• Return to the vendor unused portions of the chemicals or materials.

• Reuse a material if it is not too contaminated for continued use.

• Recycle or regenerate wastes for continued use.• Dispose of waste. This must be done with Chevron "Selected for Use" waste disposers or recyclers.

When dealing with waste, it is important to identify the material and use it as intended or find an alternate

user. If the material cannot be used, keep it segregated and obtain guidance from a Chevron representative

on how to identify and dispose of it. Waste transported from locations must be accompanied with the

proper paperwork and have the correct markings.

Guidance for handling, storing, documenting, and disposing of waste can be found in theMidContinent/Alaska Business Unit Waste Management Plan.

For waste generated by contractors (such as paint waste from painting the contractor’s equipment or used

motor oil resulting from an oil change in the contractor’s equipment), it is the contractor’s responsibility

to handle, document and dispose of that waste in accordance with all applicable government regulations.

Each contractor is required to report to Chevron’s MCABU, on a quarterly basis, the following data as it

occurs while performing services on Chevron property:

• Identify any hazardous waste as defined by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) or state

agency

• Report quantity of hazardous waste in tons generated by month

• Location where hazardous waste was shipped for treatment or disposal

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• Identification of how the weight of hazardous waste was determined

8.3 Was te Categories

Waste can be grouped into four main categories:

8.3.1 Hazardous Was teThis is a waste that is ignitable, corrosive, reactive, toxic, or is a specific hazardous waste as defined by

the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA)

regulations.

When transported, hazardous waste must be accompanied by a Uniform Hazardous Waste Manifest.

Identification and management from the generating point is especially critical for hazardous waste. There

are time limits on how long hazardous wastes can stay at the point of generation before it is properly

disposed.

8.3.2 E&P Was te

The drilling and production of oil and gas wells generate these waste streams. This type of waste is

specifically exempted from EPA hazardous waste regulations if it is handled and disposed under SubtitleD of RCRA (non-hazardous) regulations.

8.3.3 Other Was te

Examples of solid wastes are:

• Commercial solid waste

• Construction/demolition debris

• Industrial solid waste

• Residential solid waste

• Garbage

• Trash

8.3.4 Other Regulated Was te

Some types of waste must be handled and disposed of in accordance with other regulations in addition to

RCRA. Examples of waste included in this category are:

• Asbestos

• NORM

• PCB waste - regulated under the federal Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA).

8.4 Po llution Pre vention

Chevron expects contractors and their subcontractors, in connection with their operations, to be

responsible for pollution prevention. Furthermore, Chevron expects contractors and their subcontractors

to comply with all local, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations relative to and concerned with spill

prevention and pollution control.

Accordingly, certain general instructions are set out hereinafter, and are specifically intended to be usedonly as an aid to contractors and their subcontractors in carrying out their responsibilities and are notintended to nor do they cover every situation that might arise:

• If contractors and/or their subcontractors encounter or foresee a potential pollution hazard or spill

event occurring during an operation, immediate steps must be taken to eliminate the hazard and/or

minimize the effect. The responsible Chevron representatives must be notified of the event.

• Chevron expects contractors and their subcontractors to maintain their immediate work areas free of

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• Chevron will furnish the status and other necessary information on wells, systems, or pressure

vessels, where appropriate, at the beginning of or during a particular operation.

• If work involves pressure, the wells or system may be bled down prior to initiating service work.

Flow lines may be displaced with water where practicable to prevent pollution. Performance of these

activities should be coordinated with the responsible Chevron representative.

• Drip pans or equivalent containment devices should be positioned to catch oil which may have to bedrained or allowed to run out of lines or equipment to allow work to progress. Additionally,

appropriate plugs must be in place.

• In the performance of all work, contractors and their subcontractors must perform the same in

accordance with the best technical procedures and in a professional manner, and shall obey and

comply with all local, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations.

9.0 Occup a tion al Hea lth a nd Ind us trial Hygien e

9.1 Fit for Duty

Contractors are required to provide personnel that are physically capable for the work to be performed atChevron sites.

9.2 Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S)

Hydrogen sulfide is a highly toxic, flammable, colorless gas that is heavier than air. When inhaled in

moderate concentrations, H2S can cause immediate death. Even at low concentrations H2S can affect the

eyes as well as the respiratory tract. H2S has an offensive odor, similar to rotten eggs, which rapidly

deadens the sense of smell; therefore, odor is an unreliable means of detecting this poisonous gas. H2S

burns with a blue flame and produces sulfur dioxide that is another toxic gas. Signs will always be posted

in areas where H2S is present. Personnel working in an H2S environment shall have H2S training.

Personnel working in an H2S environment (H2S greater than zero) shall carry a current H2S training

certification card on their person at all times. At a minimum H2S training course content should include:

• Physical and chemical properties of H2S

• Health hazards of H2S

• Personal Protective Equipment

• Information regarding potential sources of H2S

• Alarms and emergency evacuation procedures

• H2S safe work practice procedures

• Emergency contingency plan procedures

• Methods to detect the presence or release of hydrogen sulfide (e.g., alarms, monitoring equipment)

• Use of respiratory protective equipment• Emergency rescue techniques.

Contractor personnel working in a H2S environment will have a personal monitor alarm set at 10 PPM

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9.3 Carbon Dioxide (CO2) and Carbon Mon oxide (CO)

Carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide are generally non-toxic, non-flammable, colorless, tasteless, and

odorless gases. CO2, in high concentrations, has an acidic taste and a slightly pungent odor. It is heavier

than air and tends to accumulate in low-lying areas. Extended overexposure to CO2 and CO blocks the

intake of oxygen, stimulates breathing and increases the heart rate. This reaction can result in discomfort,

nausea, and ultimately unconsciousness and death. Some buildings may have CO detectors and cautionshall be exercised in response to alarms that sound.

NOTE: liquid CO2 can be hazardous if trapped in a line or container and allowed to heat up. The

properties of CO2 are such that as the temperature increases in a closed system, the pressure in the system

increases dramatically.

9.4 Hazard Com mu nica tion (HAZCOM)/MSDS Pro gra m

Contractors bringing chemicals to a Chevron facility are required to have the chemicals labeled properly

and to travel with a MSDS. The person in charge of the facility will ensure that contractors are informed

of the hazardous chemicals their personnel may be exposed to while working on Chevron property. The

person in charge must:

• Communicate the identity of any hazardous chemicals to contractors and others who may be

immediately exposed.

• Inform contractors of the labeling system in use, the protective measures to be taken, the safe

handling procedures to be used, and the location and availability of MSDS while working on Chevronlocations.

• Obtain the chemical identities and MSDS on hazardous chemicals contractors may bring onto

Chevron locations, and inform personnel at the location of the associated hazards of each chemical.

• When transferring flammable or combustible materials, containers must be grounded and bonded.

• Flammable liquids shall be stored in approved, metal containers, with self closing lid. Do not use

plastic.

9.5 Gene ral Ind us trial Hygiene Principles

Industrial hygiene deals with the anticipation, recognition, evaluation and control of workplace health

hazards.

Chevron’s industrial hygiene objectives are to:

• Protect personnel health.

• Provide a framework for anticipating, recognizing, evaluating and managing health hazards.

• Comply with regulatory requirements.

• Some key industrial hygiene issues are described in the following sections.

9.5.1 NORM

Naturally Occurring Radioactive Material (NORM) is a low-level radiation source that may be present in

scale that results from extracting oil and gas from the earth. NORM can be found in piping, tubing, sludge

pits, brine, and sand filters, salt-water disposal or injection wells, and equipment. When scale or a thin

film is present, or if NORM contamination is suspected, contractors should contact a Chevron

representative to confirm whether NORM exists in the area and to receive site-specific NORM

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Contractors may be exposed to possible external or internal NORM. Limiting exposure time can control

external exposure. The internal hazards occur when airborne radioactive materials are inhaled, ingested,

or enter the skin through open wounds. These hazards can be minimized by properly wearing an approved

respirator, by practicing good personal hygiene, and by protecting wounds and cuts. Wetting the loose

material on clothing with water can also prevent inhalation.

Contractors should contact the on-site Chevron representative to coordinate disposal with the HES

Champion on location before shipping NORM for disposal.

Only trained personnel may handle piping, equipment, junk iron or solids containing NORM.

9.5.2 Asbestos

Asbestos is generally used as pipe and vessel insulation, in brake pads, flange gaskets and on structural

materials such as transite panels, floor tiles, and roofing felts. It is often difficult to differentiate between

asbestos containing materials (ACM) and non-asbestos containing materials without laboratory tests.

ACM potentially may be found at any MCA facility.

ACM can be dangerous if not handled properly. Breathing asbestos dust is hazardous. Asbestos insulation

that is not damaged or friable (hand pressure can crumble, pulverize, or reduce it to powder when it isdry) generally does not produce asbestos fibers at a dangerous level, especially on non-enclosed

structures.

To minimize health risks, it is important not to drill, cut, remove, tear, step on, brush against, hammer on,

or in any way disturb any known ACM or any potential asbestos containing materials (PACM). If it is

necessary to disturb ACM or PACM, or if any deterioration in the condition of these materials is

apparent, contact a Chevron representative. Only trained personnel with proper equipment shall disturb or

remove asbestos.

9.5.3 Benzene

Benzene, a liquid found in most crude oil and condensate, can also be found in produced gas in a gaseous

form. Benzene is known to cause cancer in humans, so it is important that exposure to it be limited. To

know what benzene concentrations exist and the PPE requirements that apply, refer to the MSDS for the

products and product streams to be handled. Chevron locations that are known to have dangerous levelsof benzene will be posted.

Exposure and risk to benzene can be reduced by keeping work area and clothing as clean as possible.Leather gloves or clothing saturated with liquid containing benzene should be removed and cleaned or

discarded to prevent prolonged skin exposure.

9.5.4 Lead

Overexposure to lead can result in serious short-term (acute) or longer-term (chronic) health effects.

Inorganic lead may be absorbed into the body by ingestion or inhalation. Lead is most commonly found

in paints and coatings.

Tasks such as abrasive blasting or burning of painted surfaces probably pose the greatest potential for lead

exposure. Interim protection must be used until an exposure assessment has been done to determinewhether exposures exceed the Action Level (AL) of 30 µg/m3, 8-hour time weighted average, whichtriggers specific monitoring, training, and medical surveillance requirements.

The Permissible Exposure Limit (PEL) for lead is 50 µg/m3 for an 8-hour time weighted average.Chevron will inform contractors if lead-based paints or coatings may be present before soliciting or

bidding a project.

Contractors whose personnel will be exposed to lead at or above the Action Level must have a written

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9.6 Hea t Stres s & Fatigue

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) offers the following steps for recognizing,

evaluating, and controlling heat stress:

Drink cool water. Anyone working in a hot environment should drink cool water in small amounts

frequently – one cup every 20 minutes. Employers should make water available. Avoid alcohol, coffee,

tea, and caffeinated soft drinks, which cause dehydration.

Dress appropriately. Wear lightweight, light-colored, loose-fitting clothing and change clothing if it is

completely saturated. Use sunscreen and wear a hat when working outdoors. Avoid getting sunburned.

Work in ventilated areas. All workplaces should have good general ventilation, as well as spot cooling in

work areas of high-heat production. Good airflow increases evaporation of sweat, which cools the skin.

Work less; rest more. Supervisors should assign a lighter workload and longer rest periods during days of

intense heat. Short, frequent work-rest cycles are best. Longer rest periods should be held in a cooler area.

Schedule heavy work for cooler parts of the day.

Ask how workers are feeling. Supervisors should monitor workplace temperature and humidity and check

workers' responses to heat at least hourly. Allow a large margin of safety for workers. Be alert to early

signs of heat-related illness and allow workers to stop their work for a rest break if they become

extremely uncomfortable.

Know the signs of heat stroke and take prompt action. Employees and employers should learn to spot the

signs of heat stroke, which can be fatal. Get emergency medical attention immediately if someone has one

or more of the following symptoms: mental confusion or loss of consciousness, flushed face, hot, dryskin, or has stopped sweating.

Train first-aid workers. First-aid workers should be able to recognize and treat the signs of heat stress.

First aid workers should also be able to recognize the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion, heat

cramps and other heat-related illness. Be sure that all workers know who is trained to give first aid.

Reduce work for anyone at risk. Employers should use common sense when determining fitness for work

in hot environments. Lack of acclimatization, age, obesity, poor conditioning, pregnancy, inadequate rest,

previous heat injuries, certain medical conditions and medications are some factors that increase

susceptibility to heat stress.

Check with your doctor. Certain medical conditions such as heart conditions and diabetes, and some

medications can increase the risk of injury from heat exposure.

Workers with medical conditions or those who take medications should ask their doctors before working

in hot environments.

Watch out for other hazards. Use common sense and monitor other environmental hazards that often

accompany hot weather, such as smog and ozone.

9.6.1 Hea t Stroke

Heat stroke is a serious medical condition that urgently requires medical attention. During a heat stroke, a

person's sweating is diminished or absent, which makes the skin hot and dry. Body temperature is very

high (106° F and rising), and if uncontrolled, heat stroke may lead to delirium, convulsions, coma, and

even death.

First Aid:

This is a Medical Emergency! Call 911 immediately, then notify your supervisor.

Brain damage and death are possible. If the worker is not alert or seems confused, move the worker to a

cooler/shaded area, fan and mist the worker with water; and apply ice (ice bags or ice towels) to the

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9.6.2 Heat Exhaustion

Heat exhaustion may result from physical exertion in hot environments. Symptoms may include profuse

sweating, weakness, paleness of the skin, rapid pulse, dizziness, nausea, headache, vomiting, and

unconsciousness. The skin is cool and clammy with sweat. Body temperature may be normal or

subnormal.

First Aid:Rest in the shade or in a cool place. Drink plenty of water (preferred) or electrolyte fluids.

9.6.3 Heat Cramps

Heat cramps may occur after prolonged exposure to heat. They are the painful intermittent spasms of the

abdomen and other voluntary muscles. Heat Cramps usually occur after heavy sweating and may begintowards the end of the workday.

First Aid:

Rest and drink plenty of water. Clear juice or sports beverage, or drink water with food.

9.6.4 Heat Ras h

Also known as prickly heat, heat rash occurs when people are constantly exposed to hot and humid air,causing a rash that can substantially reduce the ability to sweat. Heat rash is not just a nuisance because of

discomfort, but it reduces the ability to sweat, and reduces the ability to tolerate heat.

First Aid:

Cleanse the affected area thoroughly and dry completely. Calamine or other soothing lotion may help

relieve the discomfort.

9.6.5 Fatigue

Fatigue can be a factor in incidents or risk to workers. Workers should be aware that when they feel

fatigued, they should rest. Supervisors should monitor worker activities and behavior to determine if a

worker should be removed from the work site in order to obtain rest.

9.7 Cold Weather

9.7.1 Frostbite

As temperatures drop below freezing, the risk of frostbite increases. Windy conditions magnify this risk.

Nose, ears, cheeks, fingers and toes are particularly vulnerable. Because of the numbing effects of cold

weather, frostbite victims are often unaware of their condition until they return from the cold. Therefore,it is advisable to watch others for signs of frostbite when working in freezing conditions. At first frostbite

will cause the skin to turn red, then white or gray. As the condition worsens, the skin turns black.

To prevent frostbite, jobs need to be planned so that workers have the right clothing and frequent breaks

to warm up. Those not acclimated to the cold may need additional consideration. Alcohol and nicotine

both increase the risk of frostbite and hypothermia.

First Aid:

This is a medical emergency, get medical attention immediately.

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9.7.2 Hypothermia

Hypothermia is caused by a reduction of the body’s core temperature, even at temperatures above

freezing. Symptoms begin with uncontrolled shivering. If conditions persist without treatment, a victim

will then experience delirium, dementia, unconsciousness, and finally death.

Jobs should be planned so that workers are prepared for the weather conditions that they could encounter.

Unless workplace hazards prevent it, clothing should be loose fitting and layered to adjust for changingweather conditions and prevent sweating.

First Aid:

Take affected workers to a warm location. Give warm liquids if alert, and get medical attention.

9.7.3 Stres s a nd Strain Injuries

Joints and muscles need a little extra care in cold weather to prevent stress and strain injuries. Stretching

and light exercise prior to work are recommended. Work in cold weather often requires multiple layers of

clothing to keep warm. This increases the work load and can put extra stress on muscles and joints when

workers are active.

9.7.4

Slippe ry Work S urfaces

Snow and ice can present a constant challenge in cold climates. As much as possible, crews should clear

walking and working surfaces of snow and ice before working. Ice melt may also help to keep ice from

forming on smooth surfaces. Proper selection of footwear will also reduce the risk of slipping in icy

conditions.

10.0 Proc es s Sa fety Man ag em en t Reg ulation (PSM)

Contractors working at Chevron’s MCABU gas plants are expected to comply with all the requirements

set forth in OSHA’s Process Safety Management Regulation (29 CFR 1910.119 (h): “Contractors”). Thiselement of the PSM standard states that contractors must:

Ensure that workers are trained in the work practices necessary to perform their job safely;Ensure that workers are instructed in the known potential fire, explosion, or toxic release hazards related

to their job and the process, and in the applicable provisions of the emergency action plan;

Ensure that each worker follows the safety rules of the facility including the required safe work practices

required in the operating procedures of the standard;

Advise the employer of any unique hazards presented by the contractor’s work;

Document that each worker has received and understood the training required by the standard by

preparing a record that contains the identity of the worker, the date of training, and the means used toverify that the worker understood the training.

Document that shows workers have received an overview of the PSM regulation.

Chevron does not require that contractors submit individual worker training records for our files. Suchrecords should be kept at the contractor’s office and made available to Chevron if requested.

11.0 Man ag ing Sa fe Work/Sa fe Work Pro ce s s

11.1 MCA Sa fe Work P rac tice s

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JSA

Permit to Work

Isolation of Hazardous Energy (Lock Out/Tag

Out)

SimOps

Hot Work

Confined Space Entry

Bypassing Critical Protections

Excavation

Lifting and Rigging

Working at Heights

11.2 Purpos e and Objective

The purpose of the Managing Safe Work (MSW) process is to identify, assess and mitigate, control or

eliminate the risks associated with work. The MSW process provides for the identification and evaluation

of job task hazards, specification of control measures, management of those measures, control of the

work, and behaviors to support safe work.

11.3 MCA MSW/SWP Req uirem en ts

To comply with this process, MCA shall meet the following requirements:

• Work planning shall include a hazard analysis.• Contractors shall use a MSW process consistent with the design and intent of the MCA process.

Contractors using their MSW process shall be reviewed through the Contractor HES Management

(CHESM) process.

• All work requires a job safety analysis (JSA) before performing the work. This shall be discussed

with workers before starting the job.

• Many tasks have risks associated with them that could potentially result in injuries, environmental

impact, and losses. Before these risks can be eliminated or controlled, they shall be identified using

one or both of the following:

• Low-risk routine jobs, such as normally assigned job activities that use a qualified standard operating

procedure (SOP), may only require the use of the Think Incident Free (TIF) process.

• High-risk non-routine jobs that do not have an associated qualified SOP are required to use an onsite

Job Safety Analysis.

• The Stop Work Authority (SWA) policy shall be used, communicated, and reinforced by local

management.

• Both Chevron employees and contractors shall understand the safe work practices that apply to their

work and level of responsibility before performing the work, or be under the direct (and constant)

supervision of a supervisor.

11.4 Hazard Analysis

11.4.1 Requirements

A Hazard Analysis (HA) and Job Safety Analysis (JSA) shall be conducted for work performed at

Chevron facilities, and the TIF card should be reviewed before beginning any activity.

11.4.2 Planning Phase Hazard Analysis

The Hazard Analysis is performed as part of job planning provides a structured approach for identifying

potential hazards and developing control measures. This should assure that the proper people, equipment,

preparation, and HES processes are identified and acted upon before commencing work. This also

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A qualified SOP with hazard analysis data included may be used as the hazard assessment for job

planning.

11.4.3 J ob S afety Ana lys is (JS A)

Contractors are required to perform JSAs before each job. JSAs must assess each aspect of the task and

identify items that could pose a threat to the environment, result in injury to personnel, or damage to

equipment. The JSA when reviewed should be posted at the jobsite.

The basic steps for conducting the JSA are:

• Written outline of the sequence of steps.

• Identify hazards associated with those steps.

• Document steps to be taken to mitigate the identified hazards.

• Remember to always consider environmental concerns.

• Include any other Chevron employees or contractors that may be affected by the

contractor's work when preparing the contractor's JSA.

If events or conditions change from the original plan, the job will stop and all parties involved will

review/revise the plan. Additionally, if new personnel arrive at the site after the job or activities havebegun, those personnel will review the JSA before beginning work.

11.4.4 J ob S afety Analysis Fo rm (Attach men t 7)

A blank copy of a Job Safety Analysis Form and instructions are provided on Attachment 7.

Contractors may use other appropriate JSA forms.

11.4.5 Haza rd Ide ntification Tool (Attac he me nt 8)

To prevent incidents, workers must effectively identify the hazards associated with the tasks they

perform. By focusing on the principles of hazard identification, we are not asking workers to memorize a

list of thousands of possible hazards, but rather to understand broad categories of hazards. Based on the

energy source concept, we simply ask workers to look for clues in the workplace, which indicate one ormore sources of energy may be present. Through education and training, the worker then has the

knowledge to identify the potential impact of the energy source.

11.4.6 "Think Inc iden t Free " (TIF) Form (Attac hm en t 9)

Think Incident Free provides four key points to consider for working safely. The four points of TIF are

Training, Planning, Proper Tools and Equipment, and State of Mind. Pocket-sized TIF cards are availablefrom the Chevron representative to aid workers in remembering these four key points.

A TIF review is required prior to and during the work to identify the HES risks associated with

performing the job. Frequency of completing the TIF review is at the start of the job, shift change, scope

change, new employee (SSE) on-site and as conditions/situations change during the job.

11.5 Pe rmit to Work

Personnel assigned responsibilities in the Permit to Work roles shall be trained and competent. The

facility shall maintain documentation of authorized permit approvers and area controllers.

MCA requires a Permit to Work when any of the following occurs:

• Any time a Specialized work permit is required (e.g., Hot Work, Confined Space, Isolation of

Hazardous Energy, Excavation, etc.); or



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• Work or maintenance is performed in a process area that involves breaking into a line, equipment or

vessel that contains actual or potential hazards; or

• There is a transfer of work and responsibilities from one group to another; or

• Communication across more than one area, group, or technical type is required to accomplish the

task; or

• If the Area Controller determines permit is required; or

• The work has significant potential for injury or incident; or

• When erecting or dismantling scaffolding, and may be required for other work at height conditions; or

• A Permit to Work is required for blind, complex, complicated or heavy lift events.

• Any time work is necessary within 10 feet of overhead power lines.

A Hazard Analysis shall be performed when planning the work and a Job Safety Analysis (JSA) shall be

performed on site with the work crew before the initiation of work.

Individuals shall not self-issue a permit; that is, the same person cannot act as area controller or permit

approver, and work team leader/permit user at the same time.

Identification and preparation of specialized work permits shall be included as requiredAny associated specialized permits shall indicate the Permit to Work permit number.

Permit to Work documentation shall be available at the work site, and shall be retained after work is

completed. The local HES specialist is required to retain the documents for a minimum of one year; for

facilities that fall under OSHA’s Process Safety Management (PSM) Rule, a minimum of three years.

11.5.1 Is olation of Hazard ou s Ene rgy (IHE)/Loc kou t/Tag ou t (LO/TO)

The purpose of Isolation of Hazardous Energy (Lock-Out/Tag-Out) is to make sure that the isolation of

hazardous energy and/or the opening of equipment are performed in a safe and controlled manner.

The first lock to be installed and the last lock to be removed shall be fitted by operating personnel or their

designee.

Contractors shall use MCA IHE tags and permits. Contractors may use their IHE tags in addition to theMCA IHE tag if the contract company requires it.

Contractors must have a LO/TO process in place and must train their crews in using the process per

applicable regulations, laws, and policies. When contractors are working on machines or equipment, the

Chevron person-in-charge and the contractor’s supervisor must inform each other about their respectivelockout and tagout processes.

Chevron MidContinent/Alaska Business Unit requirements are intended to meet OSHA Lockout/Tagout

standard. Chevron requires that each worker use a personal Lockout/Tagout device for personal

protection from exposure to energy sources while performing maintenance or repairs on machinery or

equipment.

The OSHA Lockout/Tagout standard and Chevron MidContinent/Alaska Business Unit guidelines require

that locks always be used where the equipment will accept a lock. When a personal lock on each energysource is not feasible, workers must take other steps to provide a level of protection equal to the use of a

personal Lockout/Tagout device. Further, it is not acceptable for one member of a group to lock out for

the entire group without additional procedures to provide a level of protection equivalent to each member

applying a personal device.

Acceptable methods of group Lockout/Tagout include the use of multi-lock hasps and the use of lock boxes. In using a lockbox, a single primary worker locks and tags out the equipment, places the keys to

the locks in a lock box, and each of the other workers places his lock on the lockbox.



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An example of additional procedures that can provide a level of protection equivalent to each member

applying a personal lock is use of a sign-on and sign-off sheet. The primary worker applies

Lockout/Tagout devices on energy sources. Each of the other workers sign-on to a record that lockout

has been applied and are required to sign-off the record before Lockout devices may be removed.

When Chevron's program and the contractor's program differ, the stricter program shall apply. When in

doubt, the Chevron program prevails. The Chevron person-in-charge must ensure that Chevron

employees understand and comply with the restrictions and prohibitions of the contractor's program.

Contractors shall supply and affix their own locks in addition to any Chevron locks and tags already in

place.

11.6 Simultaneo us Operations

Simultaneous operations (SimOps) are defined as performing two or more operations concurrently.

Simultaneous operations include but are not limited to the following:

• Production operations

• Rig operations (drilling, workover, and completions)

• Production wireline operations

• Construction operations

• Blasting and painting operations

• Heavy lifts (75% crane capacity) by stationary cranes

Simultaneous operations shall be documented and controlled via the Permit to Work process and

specifically the onsite JSA process.

The key element during simultaneous operations is communication:

It is imperative that clear and continuous communication be maintained between Chevron and contractor

personnel.

Communications are assured via SimOps discussions during daily shift change meetings and documented

by the Daily Simultaneous Operations permit.A Chevron representative shall be designated as the person in charge (PIC) before SimOps begin.

11.7 Hot Work

The purpose of the MCA Hot Work program and permit is to protect workers from potential fire hazards

and explosions. These procedures apply to all Chevron properties in the MCA area of responsibility

Contractors are required to provide a written Hot Work Program and forms that follow OSHA Standard

29 CFR 1910.252 and Chevron’s MCABU-approved hot work plan while performing any welding,

burning, and associated grinding or non-welding hot work (all other ignition sources).

Note: If a contract company services do not include welding, burning and associated grinding the

requirement remains that a written Hot Work Program is in place. In the field of Exploration &

Production operations, there is an opportunity for exposure to hydrocarbons. Every contract company willbe required to provide a written Hot Work Program even if it is limited to defining awareness training and

communicates management's expectations of their employees.

Contractors must provide equipment such as personal protective equipment, testing equipment,

communications equipment, alarm systems and rescue equipment meeting compliance for this standard.

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Definition: A safe hot work area is an area that has been assessed and has been determined to contain no

uncontrolled flammable material and to present no possibility that flammable material could be present

during the hot work.

i. For open flame hot work (welding, cutting, brazing), field safe hot work areas that are assessed

and designated immediately prior to the hot work must be at least 50 feet from any potential source of

flammable/combustible vapor.

ii. In addition, a safe work area must be at least 35 feet from any combustible material (e.g., dry

grass, wood). This 35-foot limit should be extended as local conditions warrant (dry, windy).

iii. Other sources of ignition, including non-intrinsically safe electric equipment such as pagers, cell

phones, PDA’s, etc. are not allowed within 10.0 feet of a wellhead (under normal operating conditions) or

inside the fire wall or containment berm of any facility handling hydrocarbons or other

flammable/combustible materials.

Exception: Vehicles and other common oilfield equipment (e.g., dynamometers, fluid level shots,

etc.) may be operated within 10.0 feet of the wellhead under the following circumstances. The

driver/operator will stop outside the 10.0-foot radius, exit the vehicle and perform a visual/auditory

hazard assessment of the location. If there is no evidence of gas leakage from the wellhead or associated

piping, the vehicle/equipment may continue to approach the wellhead. This approach should be made

from the upwind direction whenever possible.

A Hot Work Permit is required for:

• Welding, cutting, brazing, burning, stress relieving and hot tapping.

• Use of non-explosion-proof electrical equipment or non-intrinsically safe devices in Class 1 Division

2 areas.

• Use of sand blasting equipment.

• Any other source of ignition present in Class 1 Division 2 areas.

Prior to permitting Hot Work, the following precautions shall be taken:

• The Chevron assigned, qualified gas tester should inspect the area to ensure that it is a fire safe area.

• If the object to be welded or cut cannot be moved to a safe area, all moveable fire hazards within 35'of the point of operation shall be taken to a designated safe area.

• All the fire hazards (combustibles or flammables) that cannot be moved shall be shielded from heat,

sparks and slags by guards. The ignition sources emitted by the process shall be confined where

possible.

Cutting, welding, brazing operations or use of non-intrinsically safe devices are not permitted in the

following:

• Areas not authorized by a Chevron representative.

• Class 1 Division 1 areas. These areas are identified where:

• Hazardous concentrations of flammable gases or vapors exist continuously, intermittently or

periodically under normal operating conditions.• Hazardous or flammable concentrations may exist frequently because of repair, maintenance, or

because of leakage.

• Releases of flammable gases or vapors are or may be present due to breakdown or faulty operation of

equipment or processes.

• Improperly prepared or non-cleaned tanks, pipelines, or equipment are or may be contaminated by

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11.8 Fire P revention

Fire prevention is vital to safe operations. There are many aspects of fire prevention, some of which are

shared in the following:

11.8.1 Ign ition So urce s

Ignition sources may be created during work operations. Some examples are described below.

Contractor personnel should be aware that typical ignition sources are welding arcs, cutting torches,

electric power tools (such as drills, sanders, and grinders), dew point testers, and lighters.

Pneumatic tools that chip, gouge, grind, or drill are also ignition sources that require the use of hot work

permits. To prevent ignition, the heated surface created by pneumatic tools must be cooled with either

cutting oil or water; this requirement must be stated on the non-welding hot work permit (see Section 11.7

Hot Work ).

If there is any doubt about whether or not a piece of equipment can ignite an air-natural gas mixture,

contact the contractor’s supervisor for guidance.

Personal electronic devices (phones, pagers, cameras, and computers) are also ignition sources and non-

welding hot work permit should be filled out and approved. See Section 3.8 Personal Electronic Devices

for more details.

11.5.2.1 Flashlights

Only use flashlights approved by a recognized testing laboratory, such as Underwriter's Laboratory (UL),as suitable (intrinsically safe) for Class I, Division 1.

11.5.2.2 Po rtable Comm unication Radios

Only use portable communication radios approved and identified by a recognized testing laboratory, such

as Underwriter's Laboratory (UL), as suitable for Class I, Division 1 locations.

11.5.2.3 Other Elec tronic Equ ipmen t

Many types of electronic and electrical equipment are not intrinsically safe. When using non-intrinsically

safe equipment, take the same precautions as used during welding operations, fill out, and obtain approval

for a non-welding hot work permit. If workers are in doubt about the equipment, they should ask thecontractor’s supervisor for guidance. See Section 12.7 Use of Hand and Power Tools for more

information.

11.5.2.4 Solvents

Do not use gasoline, Varsol™, or any other flammable liquids as a cleaning fluid. Painters are excluded

from this requirement only when cleaning their paint-spraying equipment.

Use commercial fire-safe solvents for cleaning mechanical equipment. A safe solvent is a class IIIA

liquid; it has a flash point above 140° F and below 200° F. If in doubt about fire-safe solvents, consult thecontractor’s supervisor.

Refer to the Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for safety precaution information and for guidelines

about the proper personal protective equipment to use when handling solvents.

11.9 Confined Spa ce Entry

All confined space entries shall be properly permitted following the MCA Permit to Work process andConfined Space Entry standards.

Confined space is defined as a space that:

• Is large enough and so configured that a worker can bodily enter and perform assigned work, and



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• Has limited or restricted means of entry or exit (ie. tanks, cellars, vessels, silos, storage bins, hoppers,

vaults, and pits), and

• Is not designed for continuous worker occupancy.

Note: If a contract company services do not include entrance into confined space, the requirement remainsthat a written Confined Space Program is in place. In the field of Exploration & Production operations

there are numerous confined spaces. Every contract company will be required to provide a writtenConfined Space Program even if it is limited to defining awareness training and communicates

management's expectations of their employees

11.9.1 Contrac tor Res pon s ibilities

Contractors that provide services that would require workers to enter a confined space are required to

have a written confined space program that meets the requirements of OSHA Standard 29 CFR 1910.146

for permit-required confined spaces.

All qualified contractors who are to perform confined space entry operations must:

Perform a written job safety analysis (JSA) including all information regarding the confined space to be

entered.

Obtain information regarding confined space hazards and entry operations from Chevron.

Provide equipment such as personal protective equipment, fire extinguishers, testing equipment,

communications equipment, alarm systems and rescue equipment meeting compliance for this standard.

All equipment must have documented inspection/certification records.

Coordinate entry operations with Chevron, as required.

Review the permit space program that the contractor will follow with the Chevron representative.

Maintain a copy of the program at the work location for the duration of the job. The program must meet

or exceed the requirements of the Chevron program, and must identify the entry permit that will be used

by the contractor.

Participate in the debriefing at the conclusion of the entry operations to communicate any hazards

encountered during entry operations.

Provide Chevron with a copy of the completed entry permit for review, including any debriefing notes. A

completed copy of the entry permit will be posted on location where the work is being performed. Upon

completion of the permitted entry, the contractor must file the completed entry permit at the contractor’s

office for one year.

Post and review a written rescue plan prior to commencing work.

11.10Bypassing Critical Protections

Observe the following regarding bypassing critical protections:

Permanent bypasses, the application of bypasses that change the basis of design as it relates to safety

and/or critical protections that are already properly isolated, shall be managed under the MCA –

Management of Change process and/or the MCA Isolation of Hazardous Energy standard.Personnel involved in the authorization, approval, and implementation of bypassing critical protections

shall be trained and competent in the roles for which they are responsible:

Hazards involved with bypassing critical protections for maintenance or testing, planned or unplanned,

shall be assessed, and alternative protections shall be identified.

Only a minimum number of critical protective devices shall be bypassed at a time. There shall be at least

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Critical protection devices that have been bypassed shall be identified by a bypass flag or tag at the

bypass or isolation point.

An individual shall be able to manually provide the same level of protection as the bypassed critical

protection(s) in a timely manner in order to prevent an undesirable event. (Leaving the area for breaks,

parts, supplies, or tools would compromise effective monitoring.)

Bypassing, isolating, or removing critical protections during upset/abnormal operating conditions in orderto maintain production is strictly forbidden.

Facility management shall conduct periodic audits and verifications to ensure compliance to this standard.

11.11Excavation, Trenc hing an d Sho ring

All trenching and excavation shall be performed under the supervision of a competent person according to

the requirements of OSHA 29 CFR 1926.652.

Observe the following excavation and trenching safe work practices:

• The MCA Excavation permit shall be completed for all of the following situations:

o Before breaking the surface with power tools, or

o Before breaking the surface, if the excavation is anticipated to reach a depth which requiresshoring, or

o It is anticipated that the controls prompted by a specialized work permit are necessary to

manage the risks of the excavation.

• Exception 1: Excavation permit is not required for road grading and dressing locations that does not

disturb subsoil. This does not include cutting bar ditches or earth removal.

Excavations deeper than 5 feet (1.5 m) require sloping/benching or shoring/bracing before personnel may

enter.

Excavations greater than or equal to 5 ft deep are particularly hazardous and must be shored unless:

• The face is cut back to a safe slope and the material in the face will remain stable under anticipated

conditions of work and weather; or• Shoring is impracticable or unreasonable, and a civil engineer or other qualified professional has

certified that adequate safety precautions have been taken; or

• No one will be entering the excavation.

• Excavations deeper than 5 feet require sloping/benching or shoring/bracing before personnel may

enter.

The appropriate State One Call service shall be called 48 hours before digging is begun (or within the

time frame required by your state law).

The competent person (Chevron representative) is required to be on site and to oversee the excavation

involving persons entering a confined space excavation.

The competent person shall inspect the excavation before each shift begins and after any changes in theexcavation environment.

If an excavation or trench is greater than 20 feet (6 m) deep, a registered professional engineer is required

to review and approve in writing the excavation or trench in question.

The Chevron representative is required to evaluate all excavations using the MCA Confined Space

standard before personnel may enter the excavation. The evaluation will be completed at least once per

shift, or if conditions (such as sloping or shoring systems, weather conditions or potential atmospheric

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Walkways or bridges with guardrails shall be provided anywhere workers cross over a trench.

Spoil piles should be kept three feet or more from the trench

Emergency action plan shall be developed before any entry into the excavation or trench.

Ladders, ramps, or other suitable egress shall be provided so that workers are always within 25 feet (7.6

m) of an egress when working in an excavation or trench that is 4 feet or deeper.

Do not work above or below a co-worker on sloped or benched excavations.

Make certain that all necessary PPE, SCBAs, lifelines, and harnesses are used and or available in the

event of an emergency if required.

11.11.1 One Ca ll

All known owners of underground facilities in the area concerned should be advised of the planned

excavation at least 48 hours prior to the start of the actual excavation. When the excavation approaches

the approximate location of such an installation, determine the exact location by careful probing or hand

digging, and when it is uncovered, provide adequate protection for the existing installation. Call 811-

Nationwide prior to digging.

Contact the Chevron HES Specialist or refer to OSHA 29 CFR 1926.652.

11.12Lifting (Crane) and Rigging Safety

Lifting and rigging equipment must be engineered and certified for current use and in good working order

as verified through pre-use inspections.

Note: The use of non-certified locally fabricated or modified lifting and rigging equipment is prohibited.

Lifting and rigging equipment shall be used in accordance with the intended design purposes, specified

limits of the manufacturer and recognized and accepted good industry practices and company standards.

11.12.1 Training

Only designated personnel, trained and qualified to perform specific duties, are permitted to operate a

crane per OSHA 29 CFR 1910.179. Construction purposes for cranes and derricks, Subpart CC from CFR1926 shall be followed.

11.12.2 Weather

Dynamic load charts are designed using 24-mph wind speeds. If the wind conditions exceed 24 mph, the

contractor should consider consulting with the manufacturer for possible temporary de-rating of thecrane’s dynamic load capacity.

Crane operations must be stopped when wind speeds are at or above 35 mph or when lightning is in the

vicinity.

Utilize “Stop Work Authority” when inclement weather exits. (Reference Section 2.2)

11.12.3 Sus pended Loads

A safe distance shall be maintained when a load is suspended in the air.

Workers shall not go between the load and other objects where they may be trapped or crushed.

Non-conducting tag lines shall be used to control a suspended load.

11.12.4 Proced ure for us ing Tag Lines

Tag lines shall be attached before a load is lifted.

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If tag lines are impractical during final positioning of the load, caution shall be taken to ensure that no

part of the person’s body guiding the load is between the load and any stationary object.

Hand held tag lines shall be constructed of a non-conductive material such as a ½-inch rope or a 1-inch

nylon strap. Chains or steel cables are not acceptable.

No attempt to guide a load shall be made with the tag line wrapped around a hand or waist.

A tag line with a knot in the end shall not be used.

A tag line shall be of sufficient length so that no part of the person guiding the load shall be under the

load at any time.

The person holding the tag line shall never be positioned between a suspended load and a stationaryobject.

When lifting a load with a gin-pole truck, a snub line from the load to the truck may be used in lieu of a

hand-held tag line. However, a swamper (flagman) shall be used.

11.12.5 Lift Tea m Re s po ns ibilities

The lift team consists of all key personnel involved in the planning and execution of a lift operation. The

team typically includes a qualified crane operator, one or more qualified riggers, and the Chevron

representative. Depending on the scope of the lift operation, the lift team may also include otherpersonnel.

Key responsibilities of the lift team are outlined in the following list. The specific responsibilities of keylift team members are provided in later sections of this handbook. A Critical Lift Plan is required for any

Blind, Complex, Complicated or Heavy Lift, also when working within 10 feet of Power lines.

11.12.6 Pre-Operation

The lift team has these responsibilities before beginning the operation:

Conduct a pre-lift meeting to review the scope of work and the execution plan.

Prepare a written JSA.

Evaluate lift operations to determine if additional qualified riggers are needed to assist in loading oroffloading operations.

Ensure that a clear method of communication is established.

Assess site conditions to ensure that the lift operation can be conducted safely (wind speed and direction,

weather, position of cargo, and adequate lighting).

Review the lift path and the weight of the loads to determine if specific simultaneous operations

procedures are required to protect equipment from falling loads.

NOTE: Reference Section 14.2 Safe Practices & Procedures for Working Near Power Lines as required.

11.12.7 During Operation

The lift team has these responsibilities during the operation:

Maintain constant communication between all lift team members.

Stop work and conduct another pre-lift meeting if site conditions change or if the lift operations changefrom the original plan. Complete a JSA, as required, before continuing with the lift.

11.12.8 Pre-Use Inspection

The pre-use inspection must be performed and documented before using the crane. The inspection is

typically performed on a daily basis. An inspection is also performed during extended operations

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This documentation should be maintained in the vicinity of the crane. A qualified crane operator must

perform this inspection. The inspection applies to all cranes, regardless of usage category. If the qualified

crane operator changes, a new pre-use inspection should be performed and documented by the new

operator.

The pre-use inspection also includes rigging gear such as:

SlingsCargo baskets

Cargo containers

Cargo nets

Personnel baskets

Drum racks

Trash baskets

Tool boxesGrocery boxes

Gas cylinder racks

Sensitive material bins

Cutting boxes/bins

Hazard material bins

Portable tanks

11.12.9 Sling Ide ntification

As required by Chevron MCA Lifting & Rigging Standard, all wire rope slings and synthetic slings

owned by contractors will contain identification tags consistent with the required information outlinedbelow:

• Diameter and Length

• Pertinent working load limits

• The supplier’s name

• Proof of test certification number and date

• A valid color code or shape identification

11.12.10 Identification Codes

As required by Chevron MCA Lifting & Rigging Standard, a color and/or shape code is a means to easily

identify a component or item of rigging gear to show the current inspection status. Each contractor shalluse a minimum of three colors and/or shapes, which shall be conspicuously displayed at the workplaces.

The color and/or shape code identification should not be applied directly to the load-bearing part of a

synthetic sling; it should be placed on the identification tag in a way that does not obscure any criticaldata. The color and/or shape code must be changed every twelve months, following its inspection. Details

of the current color and/or shape code must be placed conspicuously around the work place.

11.13Fall Hazard Man ag eme nt

11.13.1 Working in Areas that are ab ove 6 Feet from the Groun d or Floor Level

When working at an elevation of six feet or more above grade, floor, or an approved work surface, such

as platforms and scaffolds, or when working in an area where a fall potential of greater than six feet

exists, contractors must use a full-body harness with a proper means of attachment. Regardless of height,other situations that may require fall protection include, but are not limited to:

• Working above potential hazards.

• Contractors must wear a full-body harness with 100% tie-off when working in areas that have no

handrails or that have an open hole and are more than 6 feet above the ground, floor, or deck level.

The harness must have leg straps and a D-ring in the upper back between the shoulder blades. The

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• Contractors must use the proper arresting system with the full-body harness.

• Extra precautions shall be in place to prevent fall protection equipment from exposure to mechanical

equipment, i.e., wearing fall protection equipment with dangling components that could become

tangled in rotating equipment.

11.13.2 Fall Rescue

Contractors must develop a rescue plan before any work is started that involves the use of fall protectionequipment. Contractors that may perform rescues must be trained. At least one person not wearing fall

protection must be onsite in addition to the person(s) wearing fall protection equipment. If more personnel

are required to be onsite to have a safe rescue, then contractors are responsible for making appropriate

arrangements.

11.13.3 Care an d Ins pe ction o f Fall Prote ction Equipment

Contractors are responsible for maintaining and inspecting the fall protection equipment used by their

crews. Visual inspection should be completed before each use, and a periodic inspection per

manufacturer’s recommendation should be performed, documented and documentation filed.

Documentation shall be provided to the Chevron representative upon request.

11.13.4 Guarding Floor Ope nings

Walking/working surfaces or platforms (including floor openings), 4 feet or more above adjacent floorsmust be guarded by handrails that meet the following minimum requirements:

A minimum vertical height of 42 inches to the top of the guardrail.

A guardrail must be capable of supporting a load of at least 200 pounds applied in any direction (except

upward) at any point on the top rail or corresponding member.

A guardrail shall have a standard toe board and intermediate rail or fencing from top to bottom. Examples

of fencing materials are chain link and orange safety netting.

The access gate must be kept closed and shall only be opened for personnel to enter or exit the area

enclosed by the guardrail.

When contractors are working inside the guardrail, the guardrail should be erected 5 feet from the closest

edge of the opening, when physically possible. When contractors are not working inside the guardrail, the

guardrail shall be erected to prevent access to the hole; however, the 5-foot perimeter is not required.

Openings that are smaller than 1 ft x 1 ft do not have to meet these guidelines, but they must be identified

and marked.

All floor openings, regardless of height, shall be identified and marked.

11.13.5 Ladders General

Equip ladders with anti-slip safety feet.

Do not use ladders as scaffolding components.

Do not use metal ladders when working with electrical equipment.

Allow only one person on a ladder at a time.

Use, as a minimum, ladder that have the industrial grade 1-A label.

11.13.6 Inspection

Inspect ladders before they are used. If the ladder is not in a safe condition, tag it for maintenance and

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Common ladder defects are:

Broken or bent rungs.

Irregular spacing of rungs.

Shaky or unstable ladders or ladder legs.

Cracked or broken ladder members.

Missing or broken feet.

11.13.7 Placement

Set single and extension ladders at the correct angle. The ladder base should be out one-quarter of the

distance of the height.

Move portable ladders so that long reaches are unnecessary.

Set portable ladders (including stepladders) on a firm base.

Tie single and extension ladders at the top.

11.13.8 Ascending and Descending

Face the ladder when ascending or descending.

Keep both hands free to have a firm hold. Carry tools in a belt or raise and lower them by a rope.

Never climb a ladder higher than the designated highest standing level or higher than the third rung from

the top (second rung from the top on a stepladder).

Move cautiously and deliberately.

11.13.9 Us e

Keep hips and shoulders between ladder side rails.

Maintain three points of contact.

Keep both feet on the ladder rungs. If the reach is over an arm's length, reposition the ladder.

Have someone help steady the ladder, if necessary.

11.14Sc affolding Sa fety

Scaffolds are temporary, elevated platform structures, which must be provided for all work that cannot be

done safely from permanent or solid construction, or cannot be done safely from ladders.

A Permit to Work is required for erecting and dismantling scaffolding.

The erection and dismantling of scaffolds must be performed under the supervision and direction of a

qualified person experienced with or trained in scaffold erection, dismantling, and use, andknowledgeable about the hazards involved.

All scaffolds shall be erected, used, and dismantled in accordance with OSHA 29 CFR 1926 Subpart L

App A or any successor regulation.

11.15Tank Roofs

Contractors shall not climb onto vessels, tank roofs, etc., without the following safeguards:

Planking, scaffolds, etc.

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Tank shall be disconnected, so there is no danger of tank re-filling.

Remember: working from any surface over 4 feet above adjacent floor or ground requires guard rails or

that contractors use safety harness.

The following table provides information about the type of fall hazard requirements for flat, sloped, and

cone-roof tanks.

Table 2 Tank Roof Fall Hazards

Tank Roof Type Fall Hazard Management Requirements

Flat Approved hand and mid rails around the roof and/or work area are

considered approved fall prevention - no harnesses or lanyards are

required as long as personnel stay inside the handrails.

Contractors are not required to wear harnesses and lanyards:

- If the structural integrity of the roof is known and acceptable, and work

does not occur within 6 feet of the roof's edge.

- If the work area is barricaded.For all other situations, including working within 6 feet of an unguarded

roof's edge, an approved fall-arresting system must be used.

Sloped and Cone Fall protection must be used

12.0 Gene ral Operation s

12.1 Rig/Equipmen t Move Chec klis t (Attach me nt 10)

Contractors are required to complete a Rig/Equipment Move Checklist (Attachment 10) prior to movingrigs or equipment taller than 15' or when route is challenged with overhead clearances, poor road

conditions, traffic conditions, etc.

An example of a checklist specific for well service and drilling rigs is available as Attachment 10 which

could be adopted for any equipment move, i.e., tanks, vessels, etc.

12.2 Lifting of Loa ds by P ers on ne l (Man ua l Lifting Po licy)

Workers must not lift loads over their individual lifting capabilities. Before lifting, determine the

following:

• Can the object be moved by a mechanical device?

• Is the object bulky? Will it obscure vision? If so, get another person to help carry it.

• Is the object within the person's capability to lift, or is assistance needed?

• Is the walking surface solid and free of obstructions?

• Use proper lifting procedure.

• Bend legs at the knees. Keep the back nearly vertical. Position the body as close to the object as

possible. Place feet apart, but no more than shoulder width.

• Firmly grasp the object and straighten the legs. Keep the back straight and upright.



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• Pull the object close to the body, leaning back slightly to keep the center of gravity over the feet.

• Avoid twisting the body when lifting or carrying loads.

• When handling material with others, teamwork is important. Agree on who will be the leader and

give signals to indicate instructions. Release the materials only when everyone is ready.

12.3 Electrical Safety

12.3.1 Electrical Safe-Work Practices

General

Do not work on or alter electrical circuits, extension cords, tools, or any other types of electrical

equipment unless you have been trained and are qualified to do so.

Be cautious when working around electrical equipment.

Do not touch electrical equipment while standing in water, on metal floors or ladders, on damp concrete,

or on other well-grounded surfaces.

Do not operate electrical equipment when your skin surfaces are damp or when you are wearing wetshoes or damp clothing.

Post caution signs on electrical equipment for voltages 600 volts and below.

Post danger signs on electrical equipment for voltages above 600 volts.

Follow appropriate Lockout and Tagout Procedures when working on any electrical equipment.

Use explosion-proof and non-sparking tools and extension cords where potentially explosive atmospheres

exist.

12.3.2 Elec trica l Fus es

De-energize circuits by using lockout and tagout procedures before replacing fuses.

Do not bridge fuses or circumvent the normal operation of circuit breakers.

Do not replace blown fuses with fuses having a higher-amperage or lower-voltage rating. To maintain

proper circuit protection, have only qualified personnel replace blown fuses.

Use a fuse puller to remove cartridge fuses.

12.3.3 Extens ion Cords

Use extension cords only in temporary situations. Use proper construction methods to create permanent

electrical connections.

Have a qualified person replace or shorten a damaged cord. Do not patch cords with electrical tape.

Protect cords against contact with oil, hot surfaces, and chemicals.

Do not hang cords over nails or sharp edges. Do not place them where vehicles may run over them.

Always connect the non-explosion-proof connection first and disconnect it last when using adapter cords

such as pigtails.

All extension cords must be inspected prior to use. The following items should be addressed during the

inspection and appropriate action taken in order to use the extension cord:

• Use extension cords in classified areas that are designed for explosion-proof service.

• Do not connect cords to extend the length.

• Discard cords found with abrasions or cuts (even if taped).

• Make and break all connections under zero energy state.



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• Tape connections where two cords plug together with electrical tape.

• Do not use cords that impose a tripping hazard.

12.3.4 Sta tic Elec tricity

Avoid splash-fill tanks storing hydrocarbon products.

Electrically bond trucks to loading or unloading lines before connecting hoses and opening hatch covers.

Bond nozzles to the vessel first if using steam or water to clean oil storage tanks and separators.

Use anti-static sandblasting hoses or electrically bond the nozzle to the vessel being blasted.

Do not use plastic buckets to collect hydrocarbons. A metal bucket with a metal handle is acceptable, as

long as the handle does not have a plastic or wood grip. Plastic or wood grips prevent buckets from being

bonded to the valve or other metal parts and the static charges generated cannot dissipate.

12.3.5 Minimum Equipmen t Spac ing Req uirements

This section sets out minimum equipment spacing requirements between selected mobile equipment orpermanently installed equipment and other pieces of fixed equipment for normally unattended operation.

This section is not intended to provide guidance at drilling and workover locations or attended operations.

For attended operations, variances should be made from these spacing requirements (with appropriatesafety measures implemented) only with prior Chevron approval. In addition, a safe work area must be at

least 35 feet from any combustible material (e.g., dry grass, wood). The maximum variance that may begranted, in any case, shall not exceed;

Greater than 100 feet – 50% reduction is the maximum variance allowed with prior Chevron approval.

Less than 100 feet – 25% reduction is the maximum variance allowed with prior Chevron approval.

FROM WELLHEAD

(HYDROCARBON):

Test Tanks, oil storage, pits 150'

Generators 150'

Direct fired heater with flame arrestor 150'

Circulating pumps 150'

Engine exhaust muffler (not automobile) 150'

Fuel storage 150'

Hydraulic power units (electric motor

driven)

150'

FROM PITS (NOT BURNING):

Fuel and ignition sources 50'

Circulating pumps & hydraulic power

units

100'

" " " " " " " " (with spark arrestors) 25'

FROM HOT OIL TRUCKS:



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Storage tanks 100’

Wellhead 100’

FROM VACUUM TRUCK:

All tanks to truck engine 50'

FROM GAS VENTS:

Well and ignition sources 150'

12.3.6 Minimum Spa cing Guide for Prod uction Equipme nt (Attach men t 11)

Chevron spacing recommendations, for fire prevention, at onshore rural locations is 150 feet between

power lines and pumping wells. The distance between power lines and all other types of wells (i.e.,

flowing, water, CO2, injection, etc.) should be based on safety operational needs, pressure and flow. (See

the Notes for the Minimum Spacing Guide and Minimum Electrical Spacing Guide for Production

Equipment) on Attachment 11.

The listed equipment spacing distances are highly recommended, however, the distances can be reducedup to 50%, depending on the site-specific situation(s).

12.4 Equipment

12.4.1 General

Make sure that all operating equipment has the contractor’s name or ID clearly and permanently marked

on it.

Ensure that all drain pans are in good condition and are kept clean and dry with drain plugs wrenched

tight.

12.4.2 Operating Equipment

Operating equipment typically refers to rotating or reciprocating equipment such as compressors, pumps,

pumping units, etc.

Only trained operators shall start and stop operating equipment.

Do not wear jewelry, such as rings, wrist chains, key chains, or loose clothing when working around

operating equipment.

Confine long hair.

Do not make repairs to, do service on, or alter equipment that is in operation. All equipment must be shut

down and a lockout/tagout device used in such a manner that the equipment cannot be accidentally started

while the work is conducted. Guards and other safety devices shall be reinstalled before the equipment is

operated.

12.5 Pressurized Production Equipment

Only individuals who are qualified, may perform work on pressurized equipment.

12.5.1 Repair and Maintenance

Install skillets, double block & bleed or disconnect equipment to guard against leaking valves and

inadvertent valve openings as required by the Chevron Managing Safe Work program.

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Remove swings, ells, and short nipples downstream of the bleed valve. If turns are necessary, securely

anchor all points where a change of direction occurs.

Do not hammer lines and fittings under pressure.

12.5.2 Re-pressurizing

Purge and re-pressure lines and equipment slowly and carefully. Ensure that personnel in the area standclear and remain clear of the area until normal operating pressures are reached.

Hydrostatically test the lines and vessels when pressure testing is required.

12.5.3 Valves

Install bull plugs in valves in hydrocarbon service that open to the atmosphere. Needle valves with metal-

to-metal seats can be used without a plug.

Do not hammer valves under pressure.

Do not use the lower master valve in the day-to-day operation of wellheads.

Report leaking or difficult-to-operate valves to the contractor’s supervisor so that necessary repairs or

replacement may be made.

12.5.4 Piping

Where end connections on piping under pressure have bull plugs installed, tap the plug and equip it with a

bleed-type steel needle valve with metal-to-metal seats.

12.5.5 Pig Launc hers and Traps

Post the procedure. Work shall not begin without the procedure reviewed and posted in the area.

Be aware that Naturally Occurring Radioactive Material (NORM) may be present and that you should

take proper precautions before receiving scrapers.

Do not intentionally open a launcher or receiver under pressure using any style of closure.

Equip launchers and receivers on in-service pipelines with a pressure gauge. Alternatively, equip thebarrel with a device that ensures the launcher/receiver cannot be opened without verifying that pressure

has been released from the barrel.

Consider installing a pressure gauge only during actual launcher/receiver opening operations in potential

impact areas, such as crane or wireline operating areas.

Stand to the side opposite the launcher or receiver hinge to prevent injury from trapped pressure.

Identify the pipes or buildings that the launchers and receivers serve (for example, 8 in Bulk Oil to "B"

Structure).

Depressurize the tap after launching or receiving a pig whenever a pig trap is left isolated from the

production stream.

12.6 Us e o f Chea ter Bars/PipesUse cheater pipes only when absolutely necessary. The pipes must be less than twice the length of the

wrench handle and must closely fit the entire length of the wrench handle.

Do not stand, jump or jerk on cheater pipes to break connections.

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12.7 Us e o f Hand and Power Tools

Maintain tools in good condition and replace or have defective tools repaired by qualified personnel.

Only use hand tools for their intended purpose. For example, do not use wrenches as hammers or

screwdrivers as chisels or pry bars. Do not use pipe wrenches on hex nuts and make sure that grinder

wheels are properly rated for the speed of the grinder.

Verify that guards are in place and do not modify the guards.

Use explosion-proof and non-sparking tools and extension cords when potentially explosive atmospheres

exist.

Ensure that power tools are equipped with a three-wire grounded conductor cord. Use the three-prongedplug only in a three-prong service outlet.

Verify that a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) exists on outlets or cords that are not part of

permanent building or structure supplying power to portable electric tools.

When operated, most portable electrical tools contain a motor, which generates sparks that are hot enough

to ignite a mixture of natural gas and air. Do not use electrical tools where flammable vapors exist.

12.8 Working Overhe adBefore working overhead, notify anyone who will be below you. Then, follow these procedures:

• Never throw hand tools and materials to anyone; hand them up or down. When a worker must hoist

tools with a rope, ensure that the tools are securely attached to the rope and that there is no danger of

dropping them. A strong sack is recommended for raising or lowering tools. Workers shall take all

precautions to guard against falling objects.

• Wear appropriate fall protection equipment secured by a lanyard to a lifeline, drop line, or fixed

anchorage when working on an unprotected area (such as a tank, production vessel, or unguarded

working platform) 6 feet or more above grade or floor level.

12.9 Slips, Trips, and Falls

Keep the working area clean and orderly. Do not leave tools lying on the ground, floor or decking where

they present a work hazard. Good housekeeping is a requirement.

Keep walkways and grating in good condition. Report any damaged walkways or grating to the Chevronrepresentative. Immediately report all floor openings to the Chevron representative and properly secure

and identify.

Clean oil spills and slippery areas immediately.

Take extra precautions when walking on wet surfaces.

Do not walk or climb on piping, valves, fittings, or any other equipment not designed as walking surfaces.

Have one hand on the handrail when walking up or down stairs. Do not run or skip steps when ascending

or descending stairs. Consider trailing a hand behind you on the handrail to better catch yourself if you do

slip.

12.10Repetitive Stress

Contractors should be trained in and aware of the effects of repetitive movements during work activities.

Observe caution when performing any task that requires repetition so that your body does not experiencediscomfort. In many cases, proper handling or using correct posture for certain tasks will reduce the risks.



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12.11Loa d Bind ers

Contractors should not use lever style load binders on Chevron property, except where they are an

integral load bearing and load rated component of equipment (for example, integral to guy wires on a well

service unit). Contractors should review their specif ic needs for securing loads and select equipment such

as strapping, or ratchet or cam type boomers, or other equipment which may be safely used in the specif ic

circumstances.This change is being made to enhance the safety of those working with chain binders in our fieldlocations. The signif icant difference is in the rate at which energy is released from the two styles of

binders. The ratchet-type binder can be released in a safe, controlled manner allowing the stored energy to

dissipate gradually. When the lever is lifted on the lever-style binder, stored energy is instantly released,

causing the lever to move forcefully forward with the potential of injuring anyone in its path of travel.

If a load arrives at a MCABU location with lever-type binders in place, work should be suspended until a

special safety meeting is held. A Job Safety Analysis should be performed to ensure that everyone

involved is aware of the hazards and is taking all precautions necessary to release the binders safely.

Whenever chain binders of any type are used, it is important that the persons using this equipment be

familiar with the inherent hazards and operate the binders according to the manufacturer's instructions and

within the load limits of the binders and chain in use. Note that the ratchet-type binder provides twice themechanical advantage available from the lever-type. For example, a person applying 100 pounds to a

lever-type device will generate 2,500 pounds of force while the same effort applied to a ratchet-type

binder will generate 5,000 pounds of force. For this reason, it is critical to avoid overt-tightening of loads

using the ratchet-type binder.

Any questions regarding this policy should be directed toward the Chevron representative on location.

13.0 Sp ec ialized Ope ration s

13.1 Sa nd blas ting (requ ires a Hot Work Pe rmit)

The potential hazards during sandblasting operations include, but are not limited to inhalation of dusts

(including lead from the paint or silica from the blasting medium), high noise levels, high operating

pressure of equipment, etc. Contractors are responsible for appropriate disposal of accumulations of waste

(i.e., NORM).

The following requirements minimize the possibility of an HES incident during sandblasting operations:

• Contractors performing sandblasting operations for Chevron must have a medical surveillance

program in place to monitor workers’ blood-level exposure.

• Due to potential health risks during abrasive blasting operations, all personnel not wearing forced-air

breathing equipment must stay clear of the area of operation.

• Wear approved respiratory and hearing protection.

• Wear appropriate eye protection.

• Consider the paint coatings removed by sandblasting operations as lead until proven otherwise.

• Check all hoses every day for leaks and signs of wear.

• Maintain adequate ventilation (either mechanical or natural) to keep the work atmosphere at zero

percent Lower Explosive Limit (LEL) and the oxygen (O2) content greater than 19.5% when working

in a confined space.

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• Use a blasting nozzle with a cut-off device (dead man’s switch) in all situations except underwater

grit blasting.

• Secure and hobble all high-pressure air hose connections.

• Pin or wire all air hose connectors (Crow's Feet) to keep them from coming apart.

• Post warning signs identifying potential hazards.

• Gather waste over solid decking.

• Seal to protect the internal working components when blasting in the immediate vicinity of a panel

board.

• The person in charge (PIC) and the Chevron facilities representative or paint inspector must conduct

an inspection of the location to identify potentially critical areas associated with blasting lines and

vessels before starting blasting operations. They should give special attention to areas under or near

U-bolts and clamps, under stainless steel bands and threaded nipples.

• They will determine which lines or vessels can be safely blasted. The determination should be based

on the severity of corrosion, type of corrosion, working pressure, service, schedule of the piping,

and/or the wall thickness of the vessel.

• If necessary, nondestructive testing crew will be sent to the location to ultrasonically test orradiograph potential hazards associated with piping or vessels to assist personnel in making a final

determination concerning safety of blasting subject lines or vessels.

• Lines and vessels determined to be critical to the blast (identifying with unique color, if necessary)

must be shut-in and bled down prior to blasting, replaced or repaired prior to blasting, or not blasted

and painted.

• Record the time of installation and removal of this protection in the lockout/tagout log when using

plumber's plugs or filter media to protect drains from blasting media. Remove the protection at the

end of each day.

• Stop all sandblasting in the event of an emergency or routine shut-in, until the PIC states that it is safe

to restart these tasks.

13.2 Painting

Hold daily safety meetings and JSAs before starting work. This is a requirement so that personnel can

review activities of the day.

The paint crew and other personnel must use personal protection equipment (PPE) when paint-related

products are mixed or applied if they are within 50 feet of work being done.

Contractors are responsible for ensuring that any accumulated wastes are disposed of appropriately.

Take all appropriate measures to minimize waste in accordance with industry practices.

Inform the paint contractor’s supervisor before intentionally bleeding down any well, piping, or vessel.

Protect the gas detector head or shield assembly from paints and thinners using filter media so the

detectors continue to function but are not exposed to paint when painting in the immediate vicinity of a

combustible gas detector. Record the time of installation and removal of this protection in the

lockout/tagout log.

Seal to protect the internal working components when painting in the immediate vicinity of a panel board.

Record the problem area, if not blasted and painted, in a work order database, such as 7I Database or a

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Stop all painting in the event of an emergency or routine shut-in, until the PIC states that it is safe to

restart these tasks.

Once work has started, the PIC will notify the paint inspector, contractor’s supervisor, and the Chevron

facilities representative of any additional potentially critical lines and vessels observed.

Protect and/or identify as being piped to a safe location all rupture discs. Record this protection in the

lockout/tagout log.Properly identify and take special precautions to prevent damage to the micarta ring between the faces of

flanges on insulated flanges installed in conjunction with cathode protection systems.

Use suitable filter material to protect air intake of production/drilling equipment.

13.3 Compres s ed Air Us ed for Clean ing

Compressed air used for drying or cleaning must be limited to 30 psig (gage) by a pressure regulator or

pressure-reducing nozzle as specified in OSHA 29 CFR 1910.242 or any successor regulation.

Do not, for any reason, direct compressed air toward a person. When using compressed air for cleaning in

a dry and dusty situation, workers must wear, at a minimum, protective eye goggles, gloves, and a dust

filter for respiratory protection.

13.4 Welding

Before cutting or welding is permitted, the Chevron representative responsible for authorizing cutting or

welding operations should inspect the work area. The responsible individual should designate precautions

to be followed in granting authorization to proceed, in writing.

When possible, welding should be performed in a welding shop or outside the facility in a safe area. A hot

work permit is required when working in areas where hazards exist.

Prior to any welding or flame cutting, all vessels, piping and confined spaces, shall be checked with

instruments for explosive mixtures, and the results documented.

13.4.1 Pe rs ona l Protec tion for Welders

Welders and welders’ helpers should wear hard hats per ANSI Z 89.1 class B (plastic) at all times in thework area. ( Reference Section 6.2)

Hard hats with full-face shields are required for all buffing, chipping and grinding operations.

Helmets and hand shields should be used during all arc welding or gas cutting operations.

Welders and welders’ helpers shall wear safety-toed shoes while on location.

Goggles or other suitable eye protection with appropriate shade selection shall be used during all gas

welding, cutting or brazing operations.

Helpers and entry attendants should use proper eye protection. When not engaged in a welding or cutting

activity, safety glasses with side shields should be worn by welders and welders’ helpers.

All filter lenses and plates used in helmets and goggles shall meet the test for transmission of radiantenergy prescribed in ANSI Z89.1-1979 American National Standard Practice for Occupational and

Educational Eye and Face Protection.

Except when engaged in light work (such as test fitting pieces), all welders should wear flameproof

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13.4.2 Fire Protection During Welding

Fire watchers with extinguishing equipment shall be required whenever welding or cutting is performed

within 35 feet of combustibles, within 50 feet of a well bore, within 35 feet of heavily vegetated areas or

on combustible materials (board locations).

Cylinders shall be kept at a safe distance from the actual welding or cutting operation so the sparks, hot

slugs or flames shall not reach the cylinder. If such distance cannot be maintained, fire resistant shieldsshall be used.

A jet of oxygen shall never be permitted to strike an oily surface, greasy cloths or enter a fuel oil or other

hydrocarbon storage tank.

A jet of oxygen shall not be used to blow dirt out of bolt holes, sockets, nuts, etc. If objects such as these

need to be cleaned, compressed air should be used.

Cables with splices within 10 feet of the holder should not be used. The welder should not coil or loop

welding electrode cables around parts of the body.

If the object to be cut or welded cannot readily be moved, all movable fire hazards in the vicinity should

be removed to a safe distance.

If the object to be cut or welded cannot be moved, and if all the fire hazards cannot be removed, then

guards should be used to confine the heat, sparks and slag and to protect the immovable fire hazards.

Wherever there are floor openings or cracks that cannot be closed, precautions should be taken so that no

readily combustible materials below will be exposed to sparks.

Suitable and inspected fire extinguishing equipment shall be maintained in a state of readiness for instant

use.

The fire watch shall be maintained for a minimum of a half hour after completion of welding or cutting

operations until the danger of fire has passed.

During welding or cutting, combustible floors should be kept wet, covered with damp sand, or protected

by fire resistant shields.

Cutting or welding shall not be permitted in the following situations:

• In areas not authorized by the Chevron representative.

• In the presence of explosive atmospheres or where such atmospheres may develop.

• Where ignition may be caused by heat conduction, such as on metal walls or pipes in contact with

combustibles on the other side.

• In heavily vegetated areas where combustible material is present within a 50 foot radius of the

welding area and creates a fire hazard, unless a fire watch with fire extinguishing equipment is

available and maintained.

• When wind conditions are such that sparks could be carried to combustible materials.

Prior to welding or cutting, all hollow spaces or containers shall be vented to permit the escape of air or

gases. Purging with inert gas is recommended.

No cutting should be allowed on used drums or tanks.

13.4.3 Ventilation

Mechanical ventilation at a minimum rate of 2,000 cubic feet per minute per welder should be provided

when welding is done in the following situations:

• In a space of less than 10,000 cubic feet per welder.

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• Where the welding space contains partitions, balconies or other structural barriers to the extent that

they significantly obstruct cross ventilation.

• Where the nature of the welding, cutting or brazing work is such that the release of toxic fumes or

gases is possible. This includes work on stainless steel, zinc, lead, degreasing or cleaning compounds

containing hydrocarbons.

13.4.4 Equipment

Acetylene cylinders shall be stored valve end up and properly secured.

Portable power tools shall have proper guards (e.g., grinders, wire wheel buffers, etc.).

Grinder wheels shall be rated for the speed of the grinder. Proper grinder wheels shall be used at all times.

14.0 Drilling an d Well Se rvic ing Ope rations

14.1 Drilling, Com pletion, Workover, an d Well Se rvice Ope ration s

All Chevron employees and contractors acting as Chevron representatives will have Well Control training

as a part of this competency assurance program. Certain supplier supervisors and support workers whomay be involved in well control duties will hold certification from an accredited Well Control program.

All prescribed training will be delivered by suppliers accredited in the Well Control program. Qualified

trainers and training administrators will conduct the courses as specified in Well Control accreditation

process. Chevron employee and contractor crew records and documentation will be readily available andfurnished upon request.

Chevron will use one or more of the following assessment tools to verify that all workers can perform

their assigned well control duties:

• Informal worker interviews.

• Written assessments.

• Hands-on skill demonstrations.• Observations during well control drills.

• Verification of Rig Supervisor certification of well control training.

Each location shall be checked for all underground lines (power lines, gas lines, and injection lines) and

flow lines properly marked where they cross the location. When a mast is rigged up or down, it shall clear

all energized power lines by the spacing requirements described in Section 14.2 Safe Practices &

Procedures for Working Near Power Lines. Do not extend anchor lines or Geronimo lines under or over

energized power lines.

Vehicles should be located outside the guy wire pattern. If it is necessary to bring a vehicle inside the guy

wire pattern of the rig, the vehicle should be carefully monitored while being spotted. A TIW valve

should be installed in the tubing and closed while the vehicle is inside the guy wires.

14.2 Sa fe Pra ctices & Proc ed ures for Working Near Po wer Lines

Contractor requirements for safe work practices and procedures when operating near power lines are as

follows:

• Derricks, cranes with their attachments/extended parts or other equipment (including guy lines, safety

escape lines and antennas) shall be operated no closer than 10 feet to a power line except when the

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barriers are present to prevent physical contact with the lines. (The 10 foot ruling is for lines 50 kV

or less; above 50 kV requires 10 feet plus 0.4 inches for each 1 kV over 50 kV) (See Table 6).

• Contractors are responsible for initiating a Job Site Specific “Think Incident Free” Form (Attachment

9) that lists safety PPE requirements and known hazards at worksites.

• A responsible person should be designated to observe equipment clearance and if recommended

clearances cannot be maintained, sound a warning to the operator.• Use of cage-type boom guards, insulating guy lines, insulating links, or proximity warning devices on

rigs or guy lines does not alter the requirements.

• Overhead lines should be considered energized (live) unless visibly grounded and either the electric

system owner demonstrates them to be non-energized or knowledgeable electrical authorities test and

find them to be non-energized.

Table 6

RECOMMENDED MINIMUM CLEARANCES BETWEEN POWER LINES AND DERRICKS,

MASTS, OR GUY LINES

RIGSTATUS

LINEVOLTAGE,(Volts)

MINIMUM CLEARANCE,(Feet)

Operating rigs ALL 10 ft. plus 0.4 in. for each kV over 50 kV.

Transit (lowered mast) Up to 50 kV 4 ft.

Transit (lowered mast) Above 50 kV 4 ft. plus 0.4 in. for each kV over 50 kV.

14.2.1 Jobsite Safety Requirements for Working near Power Lines:

• When working within 10 feet of any power line, OSHA requires that lines be de-energized with

proper lockout/tagout procedures and grounded with appropriate electrical authority certifying thatthey are de-energized.

• Where spacing does not provide 10 feet of clearance in the fall radius area for the height of the

equipment plus appendages, de-energize as discussed in the preceding paragraph, or ensure that work

crews are trained in recognizing the extraordinary electrical hazards prior to starting work.

• Post “CAUTION---ENERGIZED OVERHEAD POWER LINE” sign to warn against potential

overhead power line hazards or unsafe practices.

• Conduct tailgate safety meeting on electrical and rig safety. Identify hazardous energy sources and

proper lockout/tagout procedures (i.e., electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, chemical, and

thermal).

• Contractors must complete a rig inspection checklist prior to rig up.

• Establish rig position as far as possible from power lines with fall line/lane parallel to the power line.

Vehicles used for communication or transport should be kept out of the fall line and radius.

• Visually inspect drilling line, guy wires, emergency derrick escape line (Geronimo line), and mast for

unsafe condition (clearance to power lines) prior to and during rig up.

• Ensure that contractors have an Emergency Response Plan for working around overhead power lines.

Note: Other work operations, such as gin pole trucks for removing/setting pumping units, or logging

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14.2.2 Hazard Areas for Rig Operations Nea r Electric Powe r Line s (Attach men t 12)

Hazard Areas for Rig Operations Near Electrical Power Lines (Attachment 12), is provided to clarify

requirements. The illustration identifies the areas of concern as follows:

• 10’ radius from rig structure and guy lines,

• Fall Line/Lane,

• Height of rig [tallest part, include antenna’s, etc.], plus 10’:

The 10-foot (depending on kV) radius around the guy lines and escape path is not shown in red, but they

should be considered “red zones” when working or rigging up/down.

14.3 Rig Equipment Grounding

All grounding shall comply with the National Electric Code Article 250, unless pre-empted by other

governmental regulations.

Each generator frame/skid shall be grounded to the earth.

All electrically equipped buildings or skids shall be grounded to the earth or bonded to equipment that is

grounded.

Ground fault detection systems with visual alarm devices should be installed on all SCR AC and DC

systems.

All living quarters and lab trailers shall be grounded.

All electric equipment shall be externally bonded to a grounded or bonded skid including all motor

switches.

During wireline operations, ground lines shall be properly installed and connected to the rig or wellhead.

Power tools, grinders, and appliances shall be grounded by an equipment grounding conductor in the cord

or cable supplying the tool or device. “Listed” tools and appliances protected by a system of double

insulation or its equivalent need no ground. Power tools shall be properly classified for the area used.

Trucks transporting hydrocarbons shall be bonded to the tanks being loaded or unloaded at the rig

location.

14.4 Derrick Ladders

Hands should be kept free of all encumbrances at all times when climbing, working on, or descending a

ladder. Articles that are too large to be carried by personnel should be lifted and lowered by a hand line.

Smaller articles should be attached by a hobble or other means to prevent the article from falling. Hook or

other types of ladders used in structures should be positively secured to prevent the ladder from being

accidentally displaced. Climbing assist and anti-fall devices shall always be used to climb up or down the

derrick.

Refer to Section 11.13 Fall Hazard Management for more details on fall protection.

14.5 Lifting of Pe rs on ne l with Air Hois t or Hydra ulic Winc h

Contractors must use well-maintained, UL-approved man-rider air hoist/hydraulic winches in conjunction

with work-positioning harnesses to achieve primary fall protection during hoisting or lowering of

personnel in the derrick. When hoisting or lowering personnel, secondary fall protection is achieved by

using self-retracting lifelines or cable-grab systems attached to the derrick.

Hydraulic or air winch lines with proper rating capacity are permissible as a personnel lift device if they

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• Self-centering, that when released returns to the center position and has locking/braking capability.

• Control lever shall be attended at all times while lifting, stabilizing or lowering personnel.

• Lifting cable will be a minimum of 3/8-in. diameter, and all hoisting equipment shall have a

minimum workload of 4,000 pounds.

• All connections shall meet ANSI standards.

Develop a rescue plan and discuss the plan before any personnel-hoisting operations begin.

Riding an air hoist line or winch line should be avoided. When certain drilling and well servicing

operations require riding the hoist, the following procedures shall be followed:

• The rider shall wear a full body harness, with attached seat and attached by positive means (clevis

attachment or industry-approved double locking, inward-opening, snap hook), which allows the rider

to be in a sitting position before being raised. A separate secondary means of fall protection shall beattached to the full body harness back “D” ring.

• Catheads or cat lines shall not be used to lift personnel. Only ANSI A 10.22 approved workers’ hoists

should be used for lifting personnel. An ANSI-approved personnel work basket may also be used for

lifting personnel.

• All cables, hoists, connections, harnesses and approved safety latches shall be inspected before eachuse to ensure they are in good repair.

• Safety harnesses shall have a safety certification by ANSI or by the manufacturing company that

makes the safety harness. This certification shall state that it meets or exceeds the load weight that

may be imposed on it.

• Riding a hoist line while the line is loaded is prohibited.

• Rotating equipment shall not be engaged, or blocks moved, while a person is riding the hoist.

• There shall be visual contact between the operator of the hoist and the person riding the hoist at all

times.

• The operator of the hoist shall remain at the controls at all times while someone is suspended by the

hoist.• An easily accessible emergency power isolation control shall be attached to the hoist.

Deviation from the above guidelines must be approved by the appropriate Chevron manager.

14.6 Fall Pro tec tion During Rig Move s

Fall protection requirements applicable to rig moves are as follows:

• During rig moves when the permanent rails on the rig floor are removed, temporary railings should be

installed. If it is not possible to install temporary railings, a body harness with a lanyard attached shall

be worn in the area, attached to a stationary support or a properly strung tie-off cable. The cable

should be strung prior to removing the permanent rails.

• When dismantling the derrick and substructure, fall protection shall be continually used.Refer to Section 11.13 Fall Hazard Management for more details on fall protection.

14.7 Eme rge nc y Drills

All emergency drills including fire, H2S, Emergency Response and well control will be conducted

regularly by contractor personnel to comply with the contractor's requirements, Chevron's requirements,

and regulatory requirements. Documentation for subject drills will be maintained on location and

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14.8 Training Requ ireme nts for Well Se rvice Rigs

The Rig Supervisor should ensure the Rig Operator and Crew be knowledgeable in the areas of kick

detection and shut-in procedures until proficiency is demonstrated. Drills must be repetitive and frequent

enough so that shutting-in the well is automatic when a kick is detected.

Normally, certain warning signals precede a kick. Detection of these early warning signals will help

prevent disastrous blowouts. Rig Operator/Crew knowledge should include, but not be limited to,recognizing these indicators of a kick:

• Gas/oil/water cutting while circulating.

• Incorrect fill-up volumes on a trip.

• A decrease in pump pressure while circulating.

• Change in string weights.

• An increase in flowline temperature while circulating.

It is extremely critical for contractor well site personnel to have established guidelines for shutting in and

securing the well upon detection of a kick as well as upon suspension of daily operations. Rig

Operator/Crew knowledge should include, but not be limited to, establishing guidelines for shutting-in

and securing the well.

Some examples of the guidelines requiring knowledge include:

• Establishing minimum length of kill string requirements.

• Ensuring the correct size safety valve (with handle) for the tubing string is available on the rig floor.

• Installing and operating the safety valve on top of the tubing string.

• Closing the pipe ram preventers.

• Manually locking pipe ram preventers in the closed position.

• Landing the kill string and locking down the tubing hanger.

• Ensuring that all valves on the choke/kill/fill-up lines are in the appropriate open/closed position.

• BOPE testing and maintenance procedures.

Rig Operators/Crew knowledge should incorporate such fundamental information that may be required to

ensure familiarity with well conditions.

Some of the information that should be incorporated into the well control program includes:

• Well history.

• Tubular (and subsurface) details.

• Casing and cementing data.

• Wellhead details.

• Workover fluid program.

• Current mechanical conditions.

• Expected reservoir pressures.

Note: it is preferred that all Rig Supervisors and Rig Operators maintain Well Control certification as well

conditions in some situations may require Well Control certification.

14.9 Well Control Drills

Chevron's vision of sustained Incident Free Operations is also predicated on maintaining well control. It is

Chevron's expectation that contractors will ensure that all personnel will be appropriately trained.

For drilling rig operations, well control drills will be conducted as warranted by the potential loss of

control hazards. For example, on some wells drills will not need to be conducted until after intermediate

casing is set, while for other wells drills may need to start after surface casing is set. Drill frequency shall



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be sufficient to ensure that crews on each tour understand their responsibilities in a well control situation.

Drill documentation shall be maintained on location and furnished upon request.

For well service/workover rig operations, the crew will be required to complete a minimum of one well

control drill per month. More frequent well control drills will be determined by the Chevron

repesentative. Well conditions may dictate the requirement for more frequent well control drills.

14.10Blowo ut Pre vention Equ ipm en t (BOPE) Tes ts

Blowout prevention equipment is emergency equipment and must be maintained in proper working

condition at all times. Blind rams will be placed on the bottom of the manual BOP stack during workover

operations, without exception.

The object of BOPE testing is to eliminate all leaks and to determine that the equipment will performunder threatened blowout conditions. BOP equipment must be pressure- and function-tested when

initially installed. Following installation, function tests shall be conducted at least every 7 days. Periodic

pressure tests must be conducted at intervals not to exceed 21 days. BOPE test charts and documentation

shall be maintained on location and furnished upon request.

NOTE: well/reservoir history/conditions and potential well work may require initial pressure testing and

more frequent pressure testing of BOPE. These potential situations should be discussed prior to movingon the well.

14.11Well Se rvice /Workover Rigs

14.11.1 Proces s for Conduc ting Rig Ins pec tions

Each well service rig will be inspected at least once per month using the Chevron MidContinent/Alaska

Business Unit Drilling and Completions Field Review (Attachment 13). However, considerations of the

rig and crew performance and scope of the job may dictate that inspections be conducted on a more

frequent basis. Workover operations require an inspection immediately upon rigging up on each project

and additional inspections as scope or conditions change. Rigs involved in daily routine repair and

maintenance operations (rod/tubing/pump jobs) may require more frequent inspections prompted by

performance of the crew and conditions of the rig or location.Any new rigs hired by Chevron will require a recent (within 30 days) well service company maintenance

inspection prior to entering onto the Chevron property. All gaps must have been properly addressed and

documented. The Chevron rig inspection will be initiated prior to rigging up and completed immediately

after rig up.

All critical issues recognized in the inspection will be documented and will require immediate corrective

action prior to continuing the job.

All important component gaps recognized during the inspection will be documented and will require

closure within 30 days.

Chevron rig inspections will be conducted cooperatively between Chevron Workover

Representatives/Artificial Lift/Corrosion Representatives/Operations Supervisors and Contractor Crew

Chiefs/Rig Supervisors.

Corrective actions taken during the inspection and/or required to fulfill rig compliance should be

documented on the inspection form. If a critical component is corrected during the inspection, the

corrective actions taken should be detailed on the form. For all important components, corrective action

items/timeframe and ownership of assignment should be detailed on the form.

The note section of the inspection form provides space for the Chevron representative to list hazards

specific to the location. For example, this could include overhead power lines within 75’ of well head or

the well has an uncovered cellar. The Chevron representative is expected to document these hazards and



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review documentation prepared by the well service crew on a “TIF” or STOP form, demonstrating the

crew has recognized and discussed these hazards

Non-rig inspections will be handled in a similar manner. The inspections will be carried out with

cooperation between the fracturing and cementing, the logging and slickline, and the coil tubing crew

supervisors and the Chevron representative. Notations, paperwork and action items will also be handled in

a manner similar to that for the well service and workover rig checklist.

14.11.2 MCA Drilling an d Co mp letion s Field Re view (Attac hm en t 13)

Items included in the MCA Drilling and Completions Field Review are available on Attachment 13. A

copy of the actual checklist form is available from the Chevron representative.

14.11.3 Recomm enda tions to Govern Tubing Block Spe eds

Chevron MidContinent/Alaska Business Unit provides the following operating guidelines to govern

tubing block speeds on well service/workover rigs. These recommendations apply specifically to the tasks

of running/pulling tubing, drill collars or drill pipe in/out of the hole. Chevron’s expectation is that any

related task be attempted at a reasonable pace to reduce exposure to injury.

The speed of the tubing blocks shall not exceed 400 fpm. To ensure this speed is governed by a

mechanical means for the task described as running/pulling tubing, drill collars, drill pipe in/out of thewell bore, one of the following rig set-ups that best meets the needs of the particular operations, will beexpected:

• For rigs running tubing blocks on four lines, the blocks shall be limited to a single fast-line.

• For rigs running tubing blocks on six lines, the blocks may be set on double or single fast line.

• Transmission gear selection will be altered to provide that third and fourth gears are physically locked

out, leaving second gear as the desired choice. NOTE: if blocks on four lines are on double fast-lines

or blocks are not set up for six lines, as required in the previous two bullets.

• Once proven, new technology in the form of control devices designed to monitor, alarm and collect

data on rig performance may also provide capability to govern or control the pace of the tubing

blocks, i.e., KeyView.These recommendations remain focused to limit the speed of the blocks to assure a safe operating pace

for the activity. The 400 fpm will be considered as the maximum speed the blocks are expected to travel.

Other conditions such as weather, loads, condition of the rig or material providing the loads and the skills

and experience of the crew may dictate a much slower pace.

14.11.4 Workover/Well Service Safety & Environment Guidelines (Attachment 14)

Condensed from Chevron Contractors Handbook, Attachment 14 provides guidelines for Workover/Well

Servicing operations. A laminated copy of the actual checklist for posting at the rig site is available fromthe Chevron representative.

14.11.5 Add itiona l Operator/Crew Chief Roles an d Res pon s ibilities

In addition to the Operator/Crew Chief key job responsibilities, emphasis will be focused on the crew

chief’s compliance with the following:

• Conducts one maintenance checklist monthly in addition to routine daily checklists.

• Documents corrective maintenance activity performed.

• Maintains a copy of rig maintenance compliance checklist at rig at all times.

• Maintains a copy of worker training and certification at rig at all times.



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• Maintains and updates Job Safety Analysis documentation on rig at all times.

• Conducts Job Safety Observations through effective use of a BBS/STOP process, Job Safety

Observations and Emergency Response Plans.

• Be recognized as the safety responsible person representing the well service company on location.

14.12Rota ry Drilling Rigs

14.12.1 Proces s for Condu cting Rotary Rig Ins pections

Each drilling rig will be inspected at least once per month using the Chevron MidContinent/Alaska

Business Unit Drilling and Completions Field Review (Attachment 13). However, considerations of the

rig and crew performance and scope of the job may dictate that inspections be conducted on a more

frequent basis. Drilling operations require an inspection immediately upon rigging up on each project andadditional inspections as scope or conditions change.

Any new rigs hired by Chevron will require a recent (within 30 days) drilling contractor maintenance

inspection prior to entering onto the Chevron property. All gaps must have been properly addressed and

documented. The Chevron rig inspection will be initiated prior to rigging up and completed immediately

after rig-up before spudding the well.

All critical issues recognized in the inspection will be documented and will require immediate corrective

action prior to continuing the job.

All important component gaps recognized during the inspection will be documented and will require

closure within 30 days.

Chevron rig inspections will be conducted cooperatively between Chevron Drilling Representatives and

contractor representatives.

Corrective actions taken during the inspection and/or required to fulfill rig compliance should be

documented on the inspection form. If a critical component is corrected during the inspection, thecorrective actions taken should be detailed on the form. For all important components, corrective action

items/timeframe and ownership of assignment should be detailed on the form.

14.13Forklifts

• When a forklift is required, the following safety procedures should be followed:

• Only trained personnel shall be allowed to operate the forklift. Training shall be conducted in

accordance with 29 CFR 1910.178. Forklift training shall be conducted by certified training

personnel. Training shall be documented and kept on file at the location where the forklift is operated.Documentation shall be furnished upon request. The training shall consist of a written test as well as

an operational test.

• Unauthorized personnel shall not ride on forklifts. Each forklift should have a “NO RIDERS” sign

posted in a visible area on the forklift.

• The forklift shall have a backup alarm.

• When loading/unloading tubulars from trucks, the operator of the forklift shall ensure that all

personnel are a safe distance from the forklift and truck. If necessary, a tag line should be used.

• When a forklift is left unattended, forks shall be fully lowered, controls shall be neutralized, power

shall be shut off, and brakes set. Wheels of the forklift shall be chocked at all times when unattended.

• Before unloading a truck, forklift drivers shall ensure that the truck is properly parked and chocked.

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14.14Tubular Handling

All personnel shall be a safe distance from the truck while tubulars are being loaded or unloaded.

However, personnel may be within 20 feet when tubulars are less than 10 feet where a person is required

to be on the float bed (i.e., crew picking up single joints from float). If it is necessary to use a forklift to

assist in installing or removing chocks on float beds, the forklift shall be in position and stationary before

any personnel approach the truck.Appropriate equipment should be required for unloading/loading tubulars on trucks. When more than asingle tubular is to be handled, a forklift should be required. The forklift should be capable of reaching

across the float of a truck. The loading and unloading of tubulars with a gin pole truck is prohibited. A

truck equipped with a winch line should deliver single piece tubular movements (e.g., drilling jars).

Chocks should be installed properly, i.e., if the chock requires two nails, two nails should be installed.

For tubular loads, the following requirements are provided:

• All tubular loads bottom layer should be stripped and chocked; 4” x 4” stripping is preferred

whenever possible, 2” x 4” stripping may be used if 4” x 4” stripping is impracticable.

• The top layer of the load should be strapped with a minimum of 1 strap per 10 linear feet.

• The load height should not exceed the height of the headache rack on the truck.

• Improperly loaded trucks will not be allowed to be unloaded on a Chevron location or to leave an

existing Chevron location.

• A minimum of two straps should be used on all pieces of equipment.

Truck drivers should not work on location without the proper safety equipment, meeting the

specifications provided in Section 6.0 Personal Protective Equipment , which includes as a minimum:

• hard hats.

• safety-toed footwear.

• safety glasses with side shields.

• gloves.

• Personal H2S monitor when continuous monitoring is not available on locations where H2S may be

present.

14.15Pipe Racks

Walking on tubulars or pipe racks shall not be permitted.

Pipe shall be chocked immediately after being placed on the rack.

When rolling tubulars:

• Push pipe away from the body when possible.

• Place hands in a safe position (on back of pipe).

• Rolling pipe with the feet is prohibited.• Always watch for pinch points when rolling pipe.

• Do not leave the end of the stripping protruding more than a few inches beyond the racked pipe.

14.16Winc h a nd Gin P ole Trucks

Lifting & Rigging Equipment must be engineered and certified for current use and in good working order

as verified through pre-use inspections and periodic inspections. Certification required per OSHA:



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• 1926.1427(b) Option (1); Certification by an accredited crane operator testing organization.

• 1926.1427(b)(2) …if no accredited testing agency offers certification examinations for a particular

type and/or capacity of equipment, an operator will be deemed qualified to operate that equipment if

the operator has been certified for the type/capacity that is most similar to that equipment and for

which certification examination is available.

Note: The use of non-certified locally fabricated or modified lifting & rigging equipment is prohibited.All lines, slings, and bridles should be maintained in good working order.

Wire rope should not be used if it shows signs of excessive wear, corrosion, or defect.

Wire rope should not be secured by tying with knots.

All wire rope clips or clamps should be installed per OSHA 29 CFR 1926.251(h)20.

Riders shall not be permitted on the exterior of winch or gin pole trucks.

Protruding ends of strands in splices on slings and bridles should be covered or blunted.

Tables H-3 through H-14 of 29 CFR 1926.251 should be used to determine the safe working loads of

various sizes and classifications of improved plow steel wire rope and wire rope slings with various types

of terminals. For sizes, classifications, and grades not included in these tables, the safe working load

recommended by the manufacturer for specific, identifiable products shall be followed, provided that asafety factor of not less than 5 is maintained.

SWAGED ENDINGS – Rotary swaging is the cold flowing or forging of metal fittings around wire rope.

The union thus formed between rope and fittings is approximately the catalog strength of the wire rope.

When U-bolt wire rope clips are used to form eyes, Table H-20 of 29 CFR 1926.251 shall be used to

determine the number and spacing of clips.

Tag lines shall be used according to Section 11.12.4 Procedure for using Tag Lines.

When used for eye splices, the U-bolt shall be applied so that the “U” section is in contact with the dead

end of the rope.

Swampers should be required to stand back a safe distance from a load that is being lifted or tail boarded

on a truck or trailer.

Hydraulic wire rope cutters should be used.

14.16.1 Auxiliary Devices - Wire Rope Fastenings (Attachment 15)

Reference Attachment 15 for auxiliary devices for wire rope fastenings. Note: As per Chevron MCA

Lifting & Rigging Standard, it is prohibited to field modify or create slings by using wire rope clips.

Slings shall be manufactured and certified.

14.17Blow Down , Cho ke Man ifold an d Return Line s

Secure and hobble all return/blow down lines, and pipe them to a safe place from the wellhead and

working areas down wind. Secure or fasten the rotary hose and all other flexible, pressurized hoses with a

safety chain.Choke manifold, vent, and flare lines should be secured by concrete anchors, earth anchors, hobbles with

wire rope, chain, or Kevlar. When possible limit access to the area using caution or danger tape.

Hobbles with wire rope or chains should be used on the pump discharge lines from reverse circulation

pumps.

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14.18Rig Floo r Tools

14.18.1 Slips

Slips should be properly maintained (lubricated as needed).

Slips should be handled by as many people as there are handles. Never work short-handed.

Slips should never be kicked into place.

Slips shall be positioned above the rig floor.

Broken or worn slips should be replaced.

Dies shall be checked regularly and replaced as necessary with proper keepers installed.

Always use original equipment replacement handles.

14.18.2 Tongs

Tong counterbalance weights should be properly maintained (weight balance and well lubricated) for

vertical movement of the tongs.

Tong counterbalance weights should be completely secured and safety hobbled to prevent from falling.

The tongs should be snubbed to an anchor post or a derrick leg.

When tubulars require high torque to make up or break out, personnel working in the area should position

themselves clear of the arc of the tongs.

Latches should always be clean and lubricated.

Dies should be kept clean and sharp with keepers in place.

Broken dies should be replaced and correct keepers used.

Tongs should be latched on the pipe one set at a time.

A piece of chain or other material should never be used to make the tongs “bite”. Always use proper size

jaws for the pipe being used.

Tongs should never be latched around moving pipe.

Tongs should be hung in the mast so that they swing away from drill pipe when unlatched.

When not in use tongs should be hooked back in the derrick.

14.18.3 Other Tools

Proper sized drill collar clamps should be used.

Dies should be kept clean and sharp with proper keepers.

14.18.4 Cas ing Han dling

A safety meeting for casing crews shall be held prior to running casing. The meeting shall include all

personnel involved in the casing process. Topics discussed, hazards identified, and attendance at this

meeting shall be documented and such documentation shall be furnished to Chevron upon request.Deformed or damaged tools should not be used. Modified tools should not be used unless approved by the

manufacturer.

The following shall apply during the casing process:

• When picking up pipe with an air hoist, the cable shall be attached at the end of the pipe rather than

down the pipe.

• The bottom of the V-door shall be free of debris and personnel.



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• Equipment, such as pick-up lines, cable hooks, elevators, etc. shall never be modified without

consulting the manufacturer.

• Communications shall be maintained between all parties involved in the casing process.

• Stabbing pipe standing on a rig girt shall not be allowed. Pipe shall be stabbed from an adjustable

stabbing board located in the derrick. The mounting of a permanent or semi-permanent adjustable

stabbing board on the rig should be done whenever possible. The mounting of an adjustable stabbingboard is not always possible on small derricks.

• Short joints of casing may come out of the trough quicker than long joints. The person running the

draw works shall pay particular attention so that the casing is not lifted too high.

• Low-pressure centrifugal pumps are recommended during fill-up. Hooking up to high-pressure pumps

shall not occur unless a system valve is left open to prevent excessive pressure to the fill-up hose.

• An ANSI approved full body harness and fall protection shall be used while on the stabbing board.

• Safety switches shall be installed on tongs to ensure that they are not operated unless tongs are closed.

• Hands shall never be placed on the floor pole of the lay down/pick up machine.

• A drill collar clamp shall be used for securing the lay-down machine pole in the mouse hole and a

guard shall be provided to cover the clamp and mouse hole.

• The doors on tongs that close the front of the tongs shall have a positive latching mechanism to keep

the door shut.

• The hydraulic unit that runs the casing tongs should be placed a minimum of 25 feet from the well

bore.

• Under no circumstances shall anyone be on the catwalk or under the V-door area while the pick-up /

lay-down bucket is in operation. If lift arms are to be adjusted, the pick-up / lay-down machine shall

be shut down completely.

• The cement crew will not be allowed on the floor until the casing crew has left the floor.

• There should be a safe means of lowering thread protectors from the rig floor to the ground.

Unsecured thread protectors should not be lowered in the bucket.

14.19Cementing

Contractors and all affected personnel prior to each cementing operation shall hold a safety meeting to

review safety policies and procedures. Topics discussed, hazards identified, and attendance at this

meeting shall be documented and such documentation shall be furnished to Chevron upon request. Nocementing operations shall commence until all safety policies and procedures are understood and proper

safety equipment is in place.

During cementing:

• Cement lines shall be laid flat on the ground.

• Chicksans shall be supported by the hoist when tubulars are being reciprocated during cementingoperations.

• The cement line that goes from the ground to the floor of the rig shall be chained or supported on the

floor.

• If practical, a permanent line shall be considered.

• Cement lines shall be tied off to the bails at the cement head.

• Fall protection procedures shall be followed.



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• Appropriate lighting should be maintained between trucks and the location.

• No samples shall be taken from the blenders with the agitator in operation. It is suggested that a

sampling line be installed.

• Catch pans should be used to contain any leaking hydraulic fluid, oil, transmission fluid, etc.

• Openings on truck work platforms shall be barricaded.

• Climbing over high-pressure lines, pumps and blender tanks is prohibited.

14.20Pe rforating a nd Wireline Ope ration s

Before any perforating or wireline work is done, proper job planning shall take place to identify

appropriate safeguards and to eliminate hazards that may be present.

The following precautions shall be taken:

• Signs or personnel shall be posted at entrances to the location to notify visitors that explosives are

being used.

• All electric detonators should have a minimum of 50 OHMS resistance, per API RP 67.

• Before starting work, a meeting shall be held with all rig crews and other personnel on the location toreview safety procedures. Topics discussed, hazards identified, and attendance at this meeting shall be

documented and such documentation shall be furnished to Chevron upon request.

• All personnel not involved in handling the explosives shall be warned to stay away from the work

area.

• Radios and telephone transmitters, welding machines and other electrical power sources located

within 500 feet of the perforating operation should be turned off.

• Hazards from static electricity that might develop from approaching electrical storms, blowing dust or

snow, or other conditions should be evaluated and proper precautions taken.

• Wireline shall be isolated from the firing panel until shot/gun reaches a minimum depth of 200’. The

shot/gun shall be locked out and shorted out above 200’ when removing from the well bore.

14.21Coiled Tub ing Unit

Coiled tubing units shall not be rigged up until the Chevron representative has approved the well

preparations.

Workers on coiled tubing operations shall keep in contact with the Chevron representative concerning

safety precautions and shall follow recommended safe practices.

No deviations shall be made from these recommended practices without the Chevron representative’s

prior approval. The Chevron representative shall be consulted when any changes of surface pressures,

circulating rates, pipe weights or pipe drag are seen.

14.22Sn ubb ing Unit/High P res s ure Coil Tub ing

Preparing for a snubbing operation shall begin with thorough up front planning between Chevron and the

contractors. A pre-job safety meeting shall be held with all personnel on location and the Chevron

representative to review assignments, job procedures, and objectives.

Items which may be considered during the pre-job safety meeting, include:

• Emergency Response

• Equipment inspections and layout

• BOP equipment

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• H2S contingency plan

• Communications

• Hazardous materials

• Hot work procedures

• Confined space

• Fire prevention

• Medical services

• Operational hazards

Choke manifold vent and flare lines should be secured by one of the following methods:

• Concrete anchors

• Earth anchors

• Hobbles with wire rope, chain, or Kevlar

• When possible, limit access to the area using caution or danger tape.

Remote flare line igniters shall be provided for all 5,000 psi and above gas well drilling locations, all H2S

locations, and any other locations where the venting of gas is likely to be a necessity.

Derrick escape lines (Geronimo lines) shall be installed as specified by the manufacturer.

15.0 Fuels and Gas es

15.1 Gasoline

Gasoline is the most widely used flammable liquid. It generates flammable vapors at ambient

temperatures. Storing, handling, and using gasoline requires special attention.

Only use Chevron-approved solvents for cleaning purposes. Gasoline is not allowed for cleaning.

Because of its low flash point (-45° F), gasoline presents a greater potential fire hazard than most other

fuels. For this reason, do not store gasoline in office buildings.

Clearly label gasoline containers.

Store containers in their designated place.

Use gasoline only as fuel.

Gasoline vapors are heavier than air and have a tendency to collect in low-lying areas. Take special

precautions to ensure proper ventilation when using gasoline.

Use gasoline engines only when other power sources are not available. Acceptable uses are equipment

such as outboard motors, lawn mowers, and chain saws.

Be cautious when fueling gasoline engines. Observe these guidelines:

• Eliminate sources of ignition such as open flames. Turn engines and motors off.

• Do not smoke near fueling operations.

• Make sure the delivery nozzle is in contact with the fill pipe or container before starting fuel delivery.

Maintain this contact continuously until the flow stops. This can avoid a serious fire hazard from

static discharge generated by fuel delivery.

• Do not fill tanks completely. Allow a minimum of 2% of the tank space for expansion.

• After the fuel flow has stopped:

• Tighten the fill cap.

• Clean spillage.

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15.2 Compress ed Gas Cylinders

15.2.1 Moving Cylinde rs

Transport compressed gas cylinders in DOT-approved, corrosion-resistant racks.

Make sure the valve protector cap is secure before moving cylinders. Keep the protector caps in place

when cylinders are not in use.Do not use slings, ropes, or chains to lift a cylinder.

Do not lift cylinders by protector caps.

Use a hand truck to move cylinders to prevent sliding or dragging. Securely fasten the cylinders to the

hand truck.

15.2.2 Storage

Store cylinders in shaded areas.

Keep caps in place when cylinders are not in use.

Keep compressed gas cylinders at least 20 feet from highly combustible or flammable materials such as

oil or chemicals. Alternatively, separate the cylinders with a metal wall 5 feet high and ¼ -in thick.Do not place compressed gas cylinders where they might become a part of an electrical circuit.

Do not expose cylinders to an open flame, a temperature above 125° F, or an area where heavy equipment

is being moved.

Do not use compressed gas cylinders as rollers or supports, or for any purpose other than to contain the

content as received.

Secure cylinders upright to prevent them from being knocked over or damaged. Rope is not allowed to be

used for securing cylinders.

15.2.3 Us e

Remember when handling cylinders that the contents are under high pressure.

Keep the cylinder valve closed at all times, except when the cylinder is in active use. Open the valve

slowly with valve pointing away from the worker and other personnel.

Do not use compressed gas for cleaning because it may injure the eyes or body or create a fire hazard.

Do not use cylinders that have been defaced or that are missing identifying markings, labels, decals, tags,

or stencil marks.

Use regulators, gauges, and hoses only for the particular gas or group of gases for which they areprovided. Do not use them on cylinders containing gases with different properties.

Use properly fitted and recommended wrenches with cylinder valve accessories.

Install flashback arrestors at the discharge of the regulators and at the torch.

15.2.4 Oxygen CylindersOxygen cylinders are pressured to 2,400 pounds-per-square-inch-gauge (psig) at 70° F when full. oxygen

alone will not burn; however, it supports combustion.

Do not lubricate or allow oil or grease to contaminate oxygen connections, to prevent spontaneous

explosions and fires that may occur when oxygen contacts oil or grease.

Do not use oxygen in place of compressed air or as a source of pressure.

Separate oxygen cylinders and fuel-gas cylinders (such as acetylene, propane, and propylene) by at least

20 ft. or by a metal wall 5 ft. high, ¼ in. thick, and as wide as the storage rack.



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15.2.5 Acetylene Cylinders

Use and store acetylene cylinders upright to prevent the acetone (a stabilizing agent) from draining into

the valves or fittings.

Do not use acetylene at a hose pressure exceeding 15 psig to reduce the possibility of an explosion.

Acetylene is extremely unstable at pressures above 15 psig.

15.2.6 Natural Gas

Do not use natural gas to power pneumatic tools.

Do not use natural gas in areas that have an ignition source.

Vent pump and starter exhaust to a safe area. Do not vent or exhaust to confined areas, enclosures, or

areas where the gas can be trapped.

Do not use rubber hoses as supply or exhaust lines for natural gas-powered equipment.

Isolate natural gas and air supply systems from each other. Never commingle natural gas and air supply

systems.

Install an odorization unit in the gas line before it enters a building so that a leak can be detected when

natural gas is used for domestic purposes inside buildings (for example, in stoves and heaters).



ATTACHMENTS



Copyright © 2008 Chevron Corporation All rights reserved.

Attachment 1: Post-Work Evaluation

Field/Location: Date:

Well Name:Chevron Rep(s): Contractor Name:

This Post-Work Evaluation Form should be reviewed with Contractor

Yes No n/a Pre-Job PlanningDid Contractor's employee(s) performing the work prepare or review JSAs prior to starting the job?Did the Contractor's JSA process address the following guidelines:- Identify job steps?- Adequately identifies job safety and environmental hazards?- Actively implement action plans with barriers to prevent occurrence?

Yes No n/a Behavior-Based Safety Was there a behavior based safety observation and feedback process in place? (Are crews knowledgeableabout process, did regular observations occur, are the observations documented, etc.)

Yes No n/a Root Cause Analysis (RCA) Incident Investigation Does the Contractor utilize an RCA process for incident investigations?

Yes No n/a Training Did Contractor's employee(s) have required training certification?Check examples that have been validated by cards or certificates:- Skill Based Certification; Welder, Rigger, Crane Operator, etc.- Regulatory Training; H2S, BOP, LO/TO, Confined Space Entry, HAZCOM, etc.

Yes No n/a Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Did Contractor ensure PPE was available and worn at work site?

Yes No n/a Spill Prevention

Were employees knowledgeable of policies on spills, disposal of all fluids, oil filters, trash, and other wastegenerated by contractor? Were employees familiar with their company’s SPCC plans?

Yes No n/a Critical Policies- Lockout/Tagout, Fall Protection, Open HoleDid the contractor follow Lockout/Tagout procedure on electrical equipment, rotating equipment or

pressure equipment?Did the contractor follow Chevron's 100% tie off Fall Protection Guidelines?Did the contractor follow Chevron's Contractor Safety and Environmental Program Handbook Guidelines'Did the contractor follow their company’s Confined Space Guidelines?Did employees comply with Chevron Permit to Work Policy?

Yes No n/a Safety MeetingsDid contractor have safety meetings & review JSAs with all crews prior to each job or significant change inscope of work?

Yes No n/a Short Service Employees (SSE) Were there less than 10% Short Service Employees during the job?Did SSEs on location have visible means of identification? Was visible effective Mentoring of SSEs in place?

Yes No n/a Housekeeping

Was worksite left clean and usable after job was completed? Yes No n/a Paperwork

Were all reports and work tickets received completed and in a timely manner?



Attachment 2


Chevron

MidContinent / Alaska Business Unit

Contractor Incident and Work Hours Monthly Report

Company Name:

Contact Name:

Contact Phone:

Month Number of Injuries and Illnesses of Each Type InConnection with Chevron Site Operations

Chevron HoursWorked

First-Aid Only MedicalTreatment

RestrictedActivity

LostTime

January

February

March

April

May

June

July

August

September

October

November

December

TOTAL

If not in ISN, please return this form by the 12th of the month to your local workgroup

Signature: Date:



Attachment 3

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Contractor Short Service Employee Form

Contractor must complete and submit form to the Chevron location representative prior to working on location.The Chevron location representative (Operations Supervisor, Drilling Rep, Workover Rep, etc.) must acknowledgeindividual Short Service Employee (SSE) worker before the worker arrives on location or in order to be removedfrom SSE status. For purposes of submitting this form, “Contractor Management” is a contractor manager orsupervisor at least one level above crew level.

Contractor Co. Name:__________________________ Request Date: _______________________________

SSE Name: __________________________________

Date of Employment: _________________________ Years Oil field Exp.: _________________

Current Job Title: _____________________________ Experience in Present Position: ___ Yrs ___ Mos

Employment Record: (Last 3 years - Please explain gaps between employment)

Previous Employer(s) Start Date Departure Date _______________________ _______________ _______________

_______________________ _______________ _______________

_______________________ _______________ _______________

1. Is this worker trained to safely perform this job? Yes No

2. Is this worker in compliance with your Substance Abuse Program? Yes No

3. Review of Chevron’s and Contractor’s HES Policy with SSE? Yes NoBy Whom? ______________________________________________________

4. Who has been assigned as the SSE worker mentor?

5. List all of the training you provided for the SSEworker:

List Previous special training:

Date:

Contractor's Management Date:

Chevron Location Representative (Operations Supervisor, Drilling Rep, Workover Rep, etc.)

Removal from SSE Program: Date:

Contractor's Management

Date:Chevron Location Representative (Operations Supervisor, Drilling Rep, Workover Rep, etc.)

Justification for early removal from SSE Program:



2


Contractor Crew SSE Exception Worksheet

Submit completed form to the Chevron location representative (Operations Supervisor, Drilling Representative,Workover Representative, Facilities Representative, etc). The Chevron location representative must approveexceptions to the SSE crew complement before arrival on location. For purposes of submitting this form,“Contractor Management” is a contractor manager or supervisor at least one level above crew level.

SSE workers will be identified by SSE Decals and Hard Hat (Color)

Crew Members Job Title(Describe if needed)

SSE?(Yes / No)

Remarks

( Y / N )

( Y / N )

( Y / N )

( Y / N )

( Y / N )

( Y / N )

( Y / N )

( Y / N )

( Y / N )

( Y / N )

Contractors Plan to Mitigate Risk ____________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________

Contractor’s Management Date:

SSE Crew Complement Requirements:

For crews with 9 persons or less: Crews with 10 persons or more:

Single person crew cannot be a SSE < 20% of crew complement SSE

2 - 9 person crews, no more than 1 SSE

Based on the above plan, an exception to the above requirements for SSE workers is approved

__________________________________________________

Location Represenative (Field Supervisor, Drilling Supervisor, OIM)

Based on the above plan, an exception for more than 50% SSE workers is approved

__________________________________________________ Area Operations Manager, Drilling Manager, FE Manager, OSI



Step 7As soon as possible

after the incident notifythe Chevron Person -in-Charge (PIC) and begin

gathering data.

Attachment 4

Chevron MidContinent SBU

Contractor Incident ReportingStep 1

When an incidentoccurs on Chevronproperty, the first

priority is the care andtreatment of the injuredperson. Evaluate the

injured

Step 2Does the injured need

medical treatment?

Step 3Take injured to the nearest

medical establishmentNotify Axiom with nameand number of facility so

they can begin their

investigation

Yes

Step 4Does the injury requireFirst Aid Treatment?

Step 5Call Axiom and they willprovide advice on First

Aid treatment.(See Note Below)

Notes:1. Axiom Medical Consulting (1-877-502-9466) shouldbe notified immediately of an incident on Chevron

Property. The notification should be made by theChevron Person In Charge (PIC). The PIC can be theDrill Rep, Workover Rep, Const. Rep, OS, HES Champor whoever is the first on-scene for Chevron.2. First Aid and No treatment require some judgmenton the PIC’s part. A paper cut might not require a callto Axiom but a finger hit with a hammer with noobvious signs of trauma should be called in so Axiomlessen the chances of complications arising at a laterdate.3. The second page of this process lists theinformation you will be asked by the Axiom

Representative

No

Yes

No

Step 6Even if the injury doesnot require treatment

still call Axiom.(See Note Below)

Step 8The Chevron Person -

in-Charge (PIC) willcomplete the Injury and

Illness Report Form andsend to the ContractorSafety Specialist who

will enter it intoSiteSafe.

Step 9The Contract Companyis responsible to keep

Chevron updated on thestatus of the injured

employee.

Step 10Axiom will monitor the injured

employees condition untilthey come back to work..



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SAFETY COMMUNICATION FORM– FIELD REPORT

Incident # Page 1 of 2

NEAR MISS ABNORMAL EVENT ACCIDENT: FIRST AID SAFETY IDEALTA / OSHA LWDOSHA MED

When /Where?

Location: Date: Time:

What / How?

Description of Incident:

INCIDENT TYPE

Chemical exposure Lifting CRANE - Moving Misc. / Other Gas discharge Slipping CRANE - Rigging loadsMotor vehicle Failing Tugger line usage

Environmental Tripping Tool / Other equip. usageFire Items dropped from overhead Equipment failure

Why?

Briefly explain the cause(s) of the incident after reviewing the factors li sted below and examples on other side. Keep inmind that we’re looking for causes that can be corrected / changed.

ANALYZE AND RANK A MAXIMUM OF 3 CAUSES BELOW AS 1, 2, 3 (1 BEING THE PRIMARY FACTOR).

PEOPLE / BEHAVIOR / PROCEDURE FACTORS CONDITION / ENVIRONMENT FACTORS0 Lack of communication / instructions 0 Housekeeping0 Disregard of instructions / SOP 0 Spilled materials0 Lack of formal training 0 Equipment / facilities condition0 Improperly used equip / tools / materials 0 Weather (rain, fog, ocean, conditions, etc.)0 Fatigue 0 Other:

0 In a hurry0 Complacency0 Poor body mechanics / not looking0 Other:

Consecutive days person has worked in field:

Stage in tour / shift:

Beginning Middle End O/T

Corrective Field Action Taken:

Field Recommendations:

Chevron Rep: Date: Safety Advisor / Co. Date:



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SAFETY COMMUNICATION FORM – OFFICE REVIEW / FOLLOW-UP

Incident # Page 2 of 2

NEAR MISS ABNORMAL EVENT ACCIDENT: FIRST AID SAFETY IDEALTA / OSHA LWDOSHA MED

*Copies to VPC Safety Engineer

Brief Descr ipt ion: Date Rpt Rec’d:

GO-414 Received Yes No Date: Case #

GO-684 Received Yes No Date: Case #

REVIEW OF FIELD RESPONSE (Page 1) Supt fills in top of this section

Field Report Reviewed by Supt By: Date:

Field Further action recommendedResponseSufficient

RECOMMENDATIONS Use field recommendations (from page 1)

Field Action Required Office Action Required

Faxed to field on: Initiated on:

RESPONSE CATEGORIES

Safety Meeting discussion Policy Change Personnel change Facility repair / change (i.e. stairs, etc.) Training Post Bulletin Equipment repair / change Other

Fill in this section once recommendations haveFOLLOW-UP / RESULTS been carried out and return form to Manager

Submitted by: Date:Reviewed by Supt: Date:

CASE CLOSED Date: Total days (incident to closure):

Information entered in database by: Date:



Attachment 6

Safety Meeting Attendance List

Contractor HostingMeeting: _______________________________________________________ Date: ____________ Location: __________________Tour: ______________

Safety Meeting Topic: _________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ Hazards Identified atMeeting: ________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________ Other Safety Concerns Identified at Meeting:__________________________

NAME COMPANY SIGNATURE



Attachment 7

ob/Task: ___________________________________________________ Date: ___________ Work Location: _____________________________________

mployee(s): _________________________________________________________________

What is the most hazardous part of this job and what are you going to do to control the hazard?_____________________________________ Are you properly trained to complete these tasks? _____________________________ SSE___________________ Mentor ________________

What do you need to ensure this job is completed incident and injury free? _____________________________________________________ What conditions, job changes or distractions could call for the need to use Stop Work Authority?_____________________________________

Sequence of Job Steps Potential Hazard(s) Recommended Action/Procedure

Additional PersonalProtective Equipment Req’d

face shield chemical goggles chemical protective clothing rubber boots chemical resistant gloves

leather gloves cut resistant gloves respiratory protection ______________________ arm protectionhearing protection fall protection Other ____________________________________________________

Required Permits/Safe WorkPlans

General SWPHot Work Permit Confined Space Entry Excavation and Trenching Lift Plan/Crane OpsWork in proximity to Overhead Conductors Simultaneous Operations

Gas DetectionEquipment Needed

H2S monitorLEL, O2, H2S, CO Monitor Other _______________________________________________

List hazardous substancesMSDS reviewed? yes n/a

Site Controlbarricades post signs caution tape designated area for vehicles heavy equipment spotterestablish meet and greet process Other_________________________ Other _______________________

Environmental Conditions Weather: Terrain: Wildlife:

Hazardous Energy ControlLO/TO checklist complete LO/TO devices in place energy isolation verified Stored Energy _______

electricalhydraulicpneumaticmechanicalthermalchemical Line Of Fire _________

Tools and Equipmentpre-use inspection complete trained in use of tool/equipmentList tools/equipment being used:____________________________________________________

Examine each stepcarefully to find andidentify hazards orpotential dangers tcould lead to injuryillness or damage.Consider the followChemical Hazard: _Inhalation _Skin C _Absorption _Injec _IngestionBiological Hazards _Bloodborne Patho _Mold _Valley Fev _Plant/Insect/AnimPhysical Hazards: _Electrical _Fire/Explosion _Noise _Radiation _Thermal Stress _Pinch Point/Line o _Slips/Falls _Strike against/StrErgonomic Hazard _Repetition _Forceful exertion _Awkward Posture _Contact Stress _Vibration _Work Area Desig

New Revised

In case of an incident, the following pewill be contacted:

Supervisor:________________________ Safety:___________________________ Other:_____________________________



Work Site Diagram – Include equipment set-up, evacuation route, assembly area and identified hazards

SA Reviewed by:

________________________________ _____________________________________ ____________________________________

________________________________ _____________________________________ ____________________________________

________________________________ _____________________________________ ____________________________________

________________________________ _____________________________________ ____________________________________

________________________________ _____________________________________ ____________________________________

________________________________ _____________________________________ ____________________________________



Attachment 8



Attachment 9

Chevron

Job Site Specific “Think Incident Free” (TIF) Form

CONTRACTOR: ______________________________ CONTRACT/JOB NO: ___________________________

JOBSITE LOCATION: _________________________ TYPE OF WORK: _______________________________

* * * * * *

List known job-site hazards:

Chemicals (list) ______________________________________________________________________________ Motor/lube oils NORM Natural Gas High noise levels Crude OilProduced Water H2S Other ______________________________________________________ Electrical Hazards - - 1. Electrical Panels - 2. Overhead Lines - 3. Buried Lines.

Explain any of above: ___________________________________________________________________________

Plan the job to eliminate or reduce hazards: Comments: ______________________________________________

Plan the job tasks to include all safety practices and guidelines that apply: Comments: ______________________

_____________________________________________________________________________________________

Ask for assistance, if needed, to conduct jobs in a safe manner. Comments _______________________________

PROPER TOOLS, EQUIPMENT & PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE) :

Tools and equipment to be used for this job? Comments ______________________________________________

Tools & equipment for this job will be checked for good working condition: Comments _____________________

Proper PPE for the job: Safety toe shoes/boots Eye protection Gloves Hardhat Hearing protection

Respiratory Protection Protective clothing Other ______________________________________ Comments: ____________________________________________________________________________________

TRAINING:

Employees trained and knowledge tested for job/task to be done: Comments ______________________________

Training documented for the use of all tools, equipment and procedures associated with this job/task. (If employeesnot trained or training not documented, terminate task or retrain.) Comments ____________________________

Specific special work procedures that may be associated with job/task:Lockout/Tagout Trenching/Excavation Hot Work Confined Space HAZCOM ProgramNPDES and State Environmental Permits Emergency Response (Well Control, Fires, Spills, site hazards)

Other _____________________________________________________________________________________ Chevron MSDS Sheets are available at each Field Office or at: ________________________________________

STATE OF MIND:

Give full attention to the task/job: Comments_______________________________________________________

Stop and re-think job if job changes or is misunderstood: Comments ____________________________________

Meet or exceed the safety and environmental requirements for this task/job, i.e. Incident Free.Comments _____________________________________________________________________________________

* * * * * * * * * *Contractor represents to Chevron that its personnel have received adequate training and equipment to safely perform the work for

which Contractor was hired. This TIF and the Contractor portion of Chevron’s Contractor Safety and Environmental Program havebeen reviewed and understood by both parties.

The procedures have been discussed. Contractor shall require its personnel to familiarize themselves with all directives

posted at the work location(s). Chevron’s TIF safety directives and the “Safe Work Policies and Procedures” areintended to supplement the primary safety responsibilities of Contractor and Contractor personnel.

Think

Incident

Free P l a n n i n g

S t a t e of Mi n d

Training

Proper Tools And Equipment



Attachment 10

1

Chevron Rig/Equipment Move Checklist

“Think Incident Free”

Company___________________ Rig #__________________________________________________

Move from________________________________to______________________________________

1. Date last API RP 4G Inspection completed? _______________

Yes/No Person Responsible Initial

2. Have all Critical ( C ) deficiencies identified ________ ____________________ ________

on rig inspection been addressed ?

3. Has rig moving Job Safety Analysis (JSA) ________ ____________________ ________

been reviewed and discussed prior to rig move?

This JSA will include scouting route for:

Road conditions? _______ ____________________ ________

Pad conditions? _______ ____________________ ________

Overhead powerlines or other overhead _______ ____________________ ________

obstructions identified ?

Minimum height of all rig components _______ ____________________ ________

established and known ?

Underground pipelines, surface lines and _______ ____________________ ________

buried cables locations identified ?

Dig permit / 1-800-DIG TEST completed? _______ ____________________ ________

4. TIF discussion conducted prior to moving rig? _______ ____________________ ________

Companies attending the TIF Rig Move discussion, include all third party vendors involved :

Company Attended?

___________________ _________________

___________________ ____________________________________ _________________

___________________ _________________

___________________ _________________

___________________ _________________

___________________ _________________

___________________ _________________STATE OF MIND

l Will I give my full attention to this task?

l Will I stop and redo my plan if somethingunforeseen happens ?

l Am I meeting or exceeding safetyrequirements for this task?

THINK INCIDENT FREE

PLANNINGl Do I understand the task and how to

perform it?

l Have I identified all hazards associatedwith the task?

l How will I eliminate the hazardsassociated with this task?

l Have I planned all job tasks?

l Have I considered all safe practices /guidelines that apply to this task?

l Can I work the plan safely?

l Do I need help to do this work safely?

TRAININGl Am I trained to do this work?

l Am I trained to use the equipment ortools required?

1

2

3

4

Four points to

consider for workingsafely :

Copyright © 1996 Chevron U.S.A. Inc.

PROPER TOOLS & EQUIPMENTl Do I have the personal protective

equipment (PPE) I need?

l Do I have the right tool and

l equipment?

l Have I checked if tools / equipment

l are in good working condition?



Attachment 10

2

Chevron Rig Move Checklist“Think Incident Free”

This checklist has evolved from recent significant Near Misses in the PBU involving rig moves, and is designed for drilling rigs,workover rigs and other well servicing rig activities. It was developed by our Chevron and contract drilling company experts in

various positions, to include Electricians, Electrical Engineers, Workover Reps., Field Compliance Specialists, Drilling Engineering

and contract drilling company Safety Coordinator. Development of this checklist is to promote and ensure “Incident Free Operations”

during the critical times involving release of rigs and rig moves.

Chevron Key Customers include;Drill Reps

Workover Reps

Artificial Lift RepsDrilling or Workover Consultants

Other Chevron personnel assigned to supervising rigs.

Key Contract personnel to include;Tool Pusher/Rig Supervisor

Rig Pusher/Rig SupervisorDriller

Crew Chief/Operator

All third party and/or subcontracted service, equipment and equipment rentals.

Expectations for the use of this checklist, is to verify all hazards have been recognized, documented and discussed with all partiesinvolved. Roles and responsibilities have been assigned. And ownership to assigned tasks have been properly communicated.

“Date last API RP 4G Inspection completed?” API recommends this inspection be completed every two years for all workover/well

service rigs and drilling rigs. This Non Destructive Test (NDT) inspection of a derrick and substructure should be completed by acompetent person and should use or have intimate knowledge of the manufacturer’s drawings of the structure he is inspecting. This

inspection will usually take 6 hours in a rigged down status where access is unrestricted. The inspector should have a wire brush

and/or chipping hammer, and a can of spray paint. They will check derrick, substructure, critical welds and discoloration, etc. forcracks, rust, erosion etc. and mark the areas of concern with spray paint. Of course, all repairs are expected to be completed prior to

resuming operations.

Have all Critical ( C ) deficiencies identified on rig inspection been addressed ?This term comes from the Workover/Well Service inspection form that requires immediate corrective actions and should be applicable

to all gaps recognized in regular rig inspections. Record Yes/No, assign person responsible for verifying, and have that personacknowledge completion by initialing.

Has rig moving Job Safety Analysis (JSA) been reviewed and discussed prior to rig move? Record Yes/No, assign person

responsible for ensuring the JSA has been reviewed and discussed with all parties, and have that person acknowledge completion byinitialing.

This JSA will include scouting route for;Road conditions – Road conditions should be evaluated to provide adequate support for the rig and rig equipment. Include conditions

of cattle guards, pot holes, sand, mud, slope, etc. Assign person responsible for verifying and acknowledge completion by initialingPad conditions – Evaluate pad for support of rig and equipment, size, and hazards. Assign person responsible for verifying and

acknowledge by initialing.

Overhead powerlines or other over head obstructions identified? From known rig and equipment dimensions, verify properclearances are provided along route and pad. Assign knowledgeable person of the dimensions and accommodations for the rig and

equipment and acknowledge by initialing.

Minimum height of all rig components established and known? Verify that minimum height of all rig components has been

established during rig down operations. Assign responsibility to knowledgeable person and acknowledge with initial.

Underground pipelines, surface lines and buried cable locations identified? Schematic of pad identifying these potential hazardshas been provided and actions communicated to mitigate hazards. Typically, this schematic will be prepared by a knowledgeable

person, familiar with the location that has verified and documented these hazards. Acknowledge Yes/No. Assign knowledgeable

person to prepare documentation or identify person having documentation from that knowledgeable person and initial.Dig permit / 1-800-DIG TEST completed? Acknowledge Yes/No depending on the scope of intended operations. Recognize, that if

intended scope of operations change during the course of the job requiring dig permit, no trenching or excavation can be initiated until

permit is completed.

TIF discussion conducted prior to moving rig ? Person assigned to ensure “TIF” discussion is held applying four points to consider

for working safely for the pending tasks of moving the rig and this checklist has been completed. Acknowledge Yes/No. Assigned

person responsible and acknowledged by initialing.Companies attending the TIF Rig Move discussion, include all third party vendors involved. List the service companies that will

be involved in rigging down/up rig and rig components, document attendance and/or assign responsibilities to communicate

expectations and contacts.



Attachment 11

1

Notes for Minimum spacing Guide for Production Equipment

A.

All tankage except crude (Class I, II, IIIA, per NFPA 30) with a flash point less than200°F. Produced water tanks with gas blankets or an oil layer on the top of thewater would also be included. For combustible liquids that have a flash pointabove 200°F, see Tank Manual, Section 200.

B.

B. LPG vessels should not be located inside diked areas of other flammable orcombustible liquid tankage. Horizontal LPG vessels should be spaced a minimumof 5 feet apart or 1/4(d1+d2). Horizontal tanks should be lined up in a single rowwith the long axes parallel to each other and should be oriented so that the end isnot pointed towards the facility, other tanks or other important equipment. Tanksshould be divided into groups of no more than 15 tanks or 600,000 gallons of totalproduct. Each group should be separated by a distance of 50 feet. SeeFigure 3500-1 for spacing to property lines and public ways.

C. C. Blank

D.D. Crude oil tank spacing — See Tank Manual, Section 200. Spacing should not beless than 75 feet.

E. Place main pipeway outside of diked area or drainage path.

F.

Where possible, place motor control center, switches, etc., outside of electrical

classified area to avoid costly protective housings. Always place electrical equipmentoutside of drainage paths and diked areas.

G. Blank

H.LPG Tank Spacing from Property Line — See Figure 3500-1. For other spacingrequirements see the Fire Protection Manual, Section 3500 and API 2510A locatedin the Piping Manual.

I. Blank

J.

Place pumps and other mechanical equipment outside the diked area anddrainage path. Spacing between pumps is 3 feet between foundations and at least10 feet from the shell of a tank or vessel. Pumps for LPG storage vessel must be atleast 50 feet from the shell of the vessel. Saltwater disposal pumps can be locatedwithin diked areas of saltwater disposal tanks if cost to locate them outside isprohibitive or pollution risk is unacceptable.

K. Keep vessels, both fired and unfired, and other listed equipment 10 feet apart(clear space) for both fire protection and maintenance reasons.

L.

Spacing on a well has been set at 150 feet for fire, safety, and operations, butprimarily for well maintenance reasons. Realizing that there are many types ofwells and well sites, pumped, flowing, high pressure, injection, gas, CO2, oil, steam,water, single well sites and multiple well sites, the 150-foot spacing is used formost locations. Around most wells, well maintenance is the controlling factor.There may be a need up to 50 foot greater or lesser spacing depending on thehazard. A steam or water injection well may be able to have a closer spacing. Ahigh pressure flowing well or a multiple well site may need up to 50-feet greaterspacing. Urban and multiple well sites usually require a tight spacing and thereforedemand more fire prevention/ protection.Spacing should not be less than 100 feet, since the well is a source of large

volumes of flammable liquid. Involvement of a well in a fire greatly increases themagnitude of the fire, difficulty in extinguishment, loss of profit opportunity andcapital loss.

M.

Overhead power lines at 750 volts and under require 8 feet vertical clearance and3 feet horizontally. Lines operating between 750 volts and 22.5 kilovolts require 12feet vertical clearance and 6 feet horizontally. Road crossings require a clearanceof 18 feet vertically and 30 feet horizontally.

N. 10 feet clear spacing between units. Maintenance may require greater spacing.O. Blank



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2

P.

Vent stacks should be located to maximize the dispersion and dilution of vaporsbelow the flammable limits. Vent stacks should be downwind of possible fixed ignitionsources, i.e., flares, boilers and heater/treaters. Exit velocity, stack height,volume of gas released, and radiant heat levels can influence spacing. Thesenumbers do not apply to individual relief valves. Individual stacks should be 3 feetabove the vessel, 12 feet above grade and 10 feet horizontally from other equipment.

Venting gases are to be directed vertically or inclined 45 degrees fromvertical where weather and icing conditions require.

Q.

This is for an elevated (50-ft) flare stack. Design spacing should be in accordancewith the Instrumentation and Control Manual, Section 1200. A 200-foot minimumhorizontal spacing is the basic standard. Radiant heat levels and toxic levels needto be considered in the final decision.

R. Blank

S. Blank

T.

Fire Protection Equipment:1. Hydrants should be placed 250-500 feet center-to-center grid spacing aroundthe area to be protected.2. Provide fire truck access to hydrants.3. Monitors should be placed 50-75 feet from the equipment to be protected.

4. A hose reel should be at least 20 feet from the equipment to be protected.Each piece of equipment should be reached by two hose streams.5. Fixed water spray system valves should be 50 feet from the protected area.6. Hand held fire extinguishers should be placed for a maximum of 75 feet oftravel distance in plants. Areas like tank batteries, well sites, separator sitescan be protected by hand held units mounted on operators' vehicles.

U.Spacing between well head and places of public assembly, schools, institutions,etc., is 300 feet, required where the Uniform Fire Code has been adopted.



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Attachment 12



Attachment 13

MCA Drilling and Completions Field Review

General Information

Job Review # _______________________Review Date________________________________________

Reviewer – Lead Main Reviewer __________________________________________________________

Additional Reviewer(s)__________________________________________________________________

Name of Field Management Carried out for__________________________________________________

Job Location or Well Name_______________________________________________________________

Describe Location if not on a Well Site (100 Characters max)____________________________________

Type of Drilling and Completions Operation__________________________________________________

Rig Name and Number__________________________________________________________________

Name of Senior DSM/WSM with responsibility for the site______________________________________

Drill Superintendent responsible for the reviewer_____________________________________________

Contractor Information

Contractor Company Name______________________________________________________________

Project Name or Number________________________________________________________________

Chevron Contract Sponsor_______________________________________________________________

Date reviewed with Contract Sponsor______________________________________________________

Number of Employees Supporting Chevron Operations________________________________________

Contractor Key Personnel________________________________________________________________

Company Director/Manager ___________ Phone:_________Fax: __________email: ________________

Site Supervisor:_____________Phone:____________Fax:_____________ email: ___________________

HES Representative: _______________Phone:_____________Fax: _____________ email:____________

Process Management

1. Journey Management

1. Authorized to operate?

2. Speed limits understood and adhered to?

3. Do vehicle operators conduct a walk around hazard assessment before moving the vehicle?

4. Are vehicles being backed in or parked for first move forward?

5. Driver information (i.e. license, DOT Log, Insurance) current / complete?

6. Are Seat Belts properly worn when operating any type of equipment on Chevron Property?

2. Behavior Based Safety

1. Critical behaviors identified?

2. Observations conducted?

3. Feedback given after observation?

4. Observation data communicated?

5. Observation data collected/analyzed/used to correct?

3. Short Service Employee(s)

1. SSEs are visibly identified?

2. Mentor assigned and available?



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3. Does the mentor know that he/she is assigned to the SSE and is responsible for the safety of the

SSE?

4. Are the Short Service Employee forms complete and available for review?

5. Percentage of SSE(s) in compliance with CVX?

4. Hazard Identification

1. JSA filled out before start of the work?

2. Did the appropriate personnel participate in filling out the JSA and sign off?

3. JSA addressed and documented when a change occurred (i.e. weather, people, and work tasks)?

4. Were Standard Operating Procedures reviewed prior to the start of work?

5. Was the Hazard ID Utilized in the JSA?

5. Permit to Work

1. Permit To Work?

2. Isolation of Hazardous Energy Permits?

3. Hot Work Permits?

4. Confined Space Permits?5. Trenching and Excavation Permits?

6. Bypassing of Critical Protection Devices?

7. Lifting and Rigging?

6. Emergency Response

1. Are an Accident / Emergency Action Response Plans available for review?

2. Sufficient Fire Extinguishers available and inspected and properly located?

3. Are all Emergency numbers and contacts posted / available?

4. Are a Spill Prevention / Waste Management Plan available for review?

5. Is a Working at Heights Rescue Plan available?

6. Are BOP, H2S Contingency, Fire, and Spill Drill ready for use and documented?7. Are the Geronimo unit installed and Escape Line properly flagged, anchored and ready for use?

8. Is the Muster area designated and posted?

9. Is a process of tracking all persons on location available?

10. Are all Evacuation Alarms maintained, in working order, tested and conveyed to all persons on

location?

11. Are First Aid and Blood Borne Pathogens Kits available and stocked?

12. Are Emergency showers and eye wash stations available per standards?

7. Environment and Sanitation

1. Is Potable Drinking water available?

2.

Are Waste Facilities available, clean and lines properly run?3. Is adequate lighting available?

4. Is adequate protection to Temperatures extreme addresses and identified?

5. Adequate protection to noise levels.

Safe Operations

8. Personal Protective Equipment



Attachment 13

1. Head Protection (i.e. Hard Hat, Hearing)?

2. Hand Protection (i.e. Proper Gloves)?

3. Eye / Face Protection (i.e. face shield, ANSI Safety Glasses, welding shields)?

4. Foot Protection (i.e. Steel-Toed Boots)?

5. Body (i.e. Fall Protection, Anchors, SLR, clothes, Respirator, No Jewelry)?

9. HazCom

1. Written HazCom program?

2. MSDS?

3. Labeling system?

4. Materials are securely stored / stacked?

5. Clear access to materials?

6. All Containers properly labeled with contents?

10. Training and Certifications

1. Trained Material handling equipment operator (Crane, Forklift, and Man lift)

2. One crew member trained in CPR / First Aid?3. H2S Certification?

4. General Orientation / Site Specific Orientation?

5. Qualified Gas Tester?

6. Respiratory Training?

11. Mechanical / Guarding

1. Are all hand tools properly guarded?

2. Are all pop-off pins guarded / covered?

3. Are all chain driven equipment (i.e. Rotary table, draw works) guarded?

4. Are all Mud Pump Head Valves and Covers secured?

5. Are all Air-Hoist / Hydraulic Hoist properly guarded?6. Are all Sheave guards in good condition?

7. Are Pony Rods on Accumulator / Mud Pumps properly guarded?

8. Are all drive belts (i.e. compressors, pumps, generators) properly guarded?

9. Openings Guarded / Hand rails present on stairs per Standards.

10. Tank Walkways installed with handrails and steps?

11. Safety chains / lines on all tubing board and rod basket?

12. Stops exist on both ends of pipe racks?

13. Rod Transfer and cable installed with clevis?

14. Back up cable installed on tongs, door guard used, stiff arm installed with bolts nut, and retainer

clip?

15. Are the tubing slips positioned above the rig floor? Or, Chevron approved variance applied?

12. Electrical

1. Are Generators properly grounded?

2. Are Cover Panels on all electrical boxes installed and closed?

3. Are all electrical controls and breakers clearly marked and are legible as to their function?

4. Are Insulating Mats available at the Electrical Panels?

5. Are all exposed and empty breaker slots fixed with a blank?



Attachment 13

6. Is all electrical wiring in good condition and properly strung?

7. Is all electrical wiring properly secured?

8. Are all unused electrical receptacles covered and in good condition?

9. Is adequate lighting available?

10. Are all electrical wires prevented from being exposed to possible damage?

11. Are all extension cords in good working condition with no splices and properly utilized?

12. Minimum of 10-foot clearance from guy wires and fall lane of derrick to overhead power lines?

13. Explosion Proof equipment, fixtures, and wiring available?

13. Pressure

1. Are all pump lines, nipples, Kelly hoses certified, tested and inspected prior to utilization?

2. Open-ended Flowlines secure?

3. Rig Hydraulic System meets minimum required volume and closing pressure for BOP in use?

4. Shear Relief valve installed and fitted with shear pin?

5. Piping to wellhead and tubing secured (hobbled) at least twice per joint?

6. Manifold installed to circulate in either direction without breaking lines?

7. Safety clamps/chains on circulating tubing hoses?

8. Whip-check used on lines up to 150psi?

9. Full opening safety valve on floor (TIW) fitted for tubing sizes in use?

10. BOP Well control pre-recorded sheet present?

11. Are Pressure relief valves installed, anchored and directed away from personnel?

12. Are high pressure fittings used in high pressure systems?

13. Are Flare lines properly anchored and clear of brush grass or debris?

14. Chokes and manifolds secured?

14. Drill Site Location

1. Signs (Knowledge Box) posted at entrance (Authorized Personnel, No Smoking, PPE, and H2S)?

2. Job-Site-Specific Think Incident Free (TIF) form discussed and posted at location?

3. Guy Wire Anchors tested and tagged prior to work per state requirements?

4. Four ground to crown guy wires and two tubing board guy wires available?

5. In all circumstance, new and existing anchors must be pull-tested to a minimum of 16,000 lbs.?

6. Buried / Surface lines identified, marked and protected?

7. Wind Sock or flagging available for wind direction?

8. OSHA posters and logs available for review?

9. Location of adequate size and construction?

10. Safe Practice Manual available for review?

15. Housekeeping

1. Supply Storage House (parts) clean?

2. Work areas are maintained clean and free of debris and tripping hazards?

3. Walkways level, clear of obstruction and free of grease and oil?

4. All unused floor holes covered?

16. Equipment Inspection / Documentation

1. Documentation of API Inspection (as per API Spec. 8B, Category III) for all elevators, bails, and other

hoisting equipment by a competent person within the last year available?



Attachment 13

2. Document of API Inspection (as per API Spec. 4G) for derrick and carrier by a competent person

within the last two years available?

3. Cutting and Slipping of drill line documented?

4. Drilling line inspected at location in accordance with the AESC recommended safe procedures and

guidelines for oil and gas well servicing?

5. Mast Specification plate present and legible?

6. Downhole rental equipment delivered with inspection documents?

7. Tubing, rod tongs, and slips rated for job and condition?

8. Mobile equipment inspected prior to use (Annual / Monthly)



Attachment 14Chevron Workover/Well Service Safety & Environment Guidelines

(Condensed from Chevron Contractors Handbook)

Revised 01/17/06 - RKL - 1 -

BASIC SAFETY & ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS

1. Contractor supervision is required on all Chevron operations and shall not exceed more than two rigs

per supervisor in a geographic area unless Contractor has received a Chevron approved *variance.

2. Documented pre-job safety meetings that cover job scope, well information and HAZCOM data shall

be held daily before work begins and whenever there is a change in scope for the work beingperformed. Sec 5.0

3. A Job Safety Analysis (JSA) shall be reviewed before each task is started. If a JSA is not available then

a JSA shall be prepared before task begins. Sec 11.4.3

4. A behavior based safety observation process, that integrates the JSA steps, shall be done daily. Sec 3.9

5. Rig inspections shall be done daily and prior to rigging up or rigging down the rig. Sec 14.11.1

6. Anchors, pull tested within the last two years, or a professional engineer approved beam shall be

installed prior to installing guy lines. API RP 4G

7. Derrick and substructure shall be inspected every two years per API RP 4G.

8. All lifting equipment shall be inspected every year per API RP 8B Level III criteria.

9. Are one of the rig control measures in place to govern the speed of the tubing blocks to <400fpm while

handling tubulars, DC’s, etc. Sec 14.11.3

10. Any crew with Short Service Employees requires the Chevron representative’s approval. If there are

over 50% Short Service Employees the Chevron Area/Functional Manager’s approval is required.Approvals shall be documented in the same manner as for variances*. Sec 3.11

11. A hydraulic or manual Blow-Out preventer, with all sets of rams and blinds field tested, shall be used

whenever tubing is pulled from well. Sec 14.0

12. Well control training is required for Rig Supervisors and Operators; The Contractor is responsible for

their employees to be knowledgeable in well control. Sec 14.8

13. BOP drills shall be held and documented once per week and one emergency drill such as a fire or spill

drill shall be held and documented once per month. Sec 4.4 & 14.7

14. Contractor shall orally report all incidents and severe near misses IMMEDIATELY to the Chevron

representative and conduct an investigation as required, providing documentation of investigation,

Root Cause Analysis and action items. Sec 4.1

15. Spill Reporting: All spills from any type of equipment shall be reported immediately to the Chevron

representative. This includes but is not limited to spills from tanks, vessels, flow-lines, transports,

piping, drums, sumps, and pits. Sec 4.316. Smoking is absolutely prohibited on Chevron premises except in designated smoking areas. Sec 3.5

17. All containers of chemicals, products or field treating fluids brought onto Chevron premises shall be

properly labeled and marked to indicate the contents and owner of the product. These materials shall

be accompanied by a material safety data sheet (M.S.D.S.), which shall be available to the Chevron

representative. Sec 3.4 & 7.1

18. Basic Personal Protective Equipment requirements for all personnel – Hardhat, steel-toe boots, safety

glasses w/side shields and gloves. Sec 6.0

19. Tank tops, sleeveless shirts and short pants are prohibited. Sec 6.7

20. Rings, neck chains and other jewelry are prohibited. Sec 6.7

21. Hearing protection is required in high noise areas. Sec 6.6

22. Full-body harness with lanyard is required when working above 6ft. except when guardrails are in

place. Sec 11.13

23. Derrick escape lines (Geronimo lines) shall be installed as specified by manufacturer and capable of a

3000 pull test.

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

1. When using free standing ladders both ladder feet must be on a stable surface, the top of ladder must

be tied off to something stable or held by another person. Only ladders that are non-conductive are to

be used around electrical equipment and lines. Sec 11.13.5





Revised 01/17/06 - RKL - 2 -

2. When using a hoist to lift personnel, the person being lifted must wear a full-body harness with

attached seat and a double locking inward opening snap hook. A secondary means of fall protection

shall be attached to full harness “D” ring. Sec 14.5

3. Riding a hoist-line while the line is loaded is prohibited. Sec 14.5

4. Rotating equipment and Blocks shall not be engaged while a person is riding a hoist .Sec 14.5

5. The operator of a hoist shall remain at the controls at all times while someone is suspended by the hoistand direct communication must be maintained at all times between the operator/driller and the

suspended person. A third person with no additional duties may be required if direct observance and

communication is jeopardized. Sec 14.5

6. Blocks, cat-heads or cat-lines shall not be used to lift personnel. Sec 14.5

7. Tools and equipment shall be kept in good condition. Defective tools shall be repaired or replaced. Sec

14.18

8. If it is necessary to have a vehicle inside the guy wires, the vehicle shall be carefully monitored while

it is being spotted. Sec 14.1

9. All frame/skid mounted electrical equipment shall be grounded to the earth. During wire-line

operations, ground lines shall be properly installed and connected to the rig or wellhead. Sec 14.3

10. Trucks transporting hydrocarbons shall be bonded to the tanks being loaded or unloaded at the rig

location. Sec 14.3

11. Anti-fall devices shall always be used to climb up or down the derrick. Sec 14.412. During rig moves, when permanent hand rails are removed, fall protection shall be attached to a

stationary support or a properly strung tie-off cable. The cable shall be strung prior to taking hand rails

down. Sec 14.6

13. When dismantling the derrick and substructure, fall protection (full-body harness) shall be continually

used. Sec 14.6

14. Vehicles shall be parked so the driver can exit by driving forward, preferably toward the exit. Sec 3.13

15. Hot Work Permit requires Chevron representative’s signature and are required within 50ft. of

flammable/combustible vapors, within 50ft. of a well bore, or within 35ft. of ordinary combustible

materials such as heavily vegetated areas. Sec 11.7

16. Fire-watch with extinguishing equipment shall be required whenever welding, cutting or open flames

are required within 35ft. of combustibles, within 50ft. of a well bore, or within 35ft. of heavily

vegetated areas. A fire-watch shall be maintained for a minimum of 30 minutes after completion of

welding or cutting operations until the danger of fire has passed. Sec 13.4.217. Equipment and tools. Portable power tools which require guards shall have proper guards (e.g.

grinders, wire wheel buffers, etc.) in place. Sec 12.7

18. Confined Space Permits. An effective means of communication shall be maintained between personnel

in space and attendant. When in a confined space, any rotating or agitating equipment shall be properly

locked out and tagged out at the equipment’s power source. A lifeline shall be attached to each person

in the confined space, unless it presents a greater hazard to the worker. If lifeline is not attached it must

still be present at entrance. Sec 11.9

19. Welders shall wear hardhat at all times in the work area. Hardhats with face shields are required for all

grinding and buffing operations. Cables with splices within 10ft. of the holder shall not be used. Sec

13.4.1

20. Static Electricity: Only metal buckets, including handle shall be used with highly flammable materials.

Sec 12.3.4

21. Suspended loads: Workers shall not go between the load and other objects where they may be trapped

or crushed. Non-conductive tag-lines shall be used to control a suspended load. Tag-lines shall beattached before load is lifted. Tag-lines shall be constructed of a non-conductive material such as a ½

inch rope or 1 inch nylon strap. Chains or steel cables are not acceptable. Sec 11.12.3 & 11.12.4

22. Lock-out/Tag-out: All energy sources shall be LO/TO with proper tags and locks. Repairs shall not be

made on equipment that is in operation. All equipment shall be LO/TO in such a manner that it cannot

be accidentally started while under repair. Sec 11.5.1

23. Electrical Safe Work Practices: Ensure all stored energy has been released prior to beginning work. A

qualified person shall verify the equipment is de-energized and proper LO/TO procedures are followed

prior to working on equipment. Sec 12.3





Revised 01/17/06 - RKL - 3 -

24. Forklift Operations: Only forklift trained personnel shall be allowed to operate a forklift. Training shall

be documented and kept on file on the location where forklift is operated or the operator shall carry a

card indicating certification/training. Sec 14.13

25. Pipe Racks: Walking on tubulars or pipe racks shall not be permitted! Pipe shall be chocked

immediately after being placed on the rack. Rolling pipe with feet is prohibited. Do not leave the end

of the stripping protruding more than a few inches beyond the racked pipe. Sec 14.1526. General Safe Practices: A covering shall be put over the cellar in order to prevent personnel from

falling into the cellar. The covering shall either be non-skid plastic, mats or metal. Wooden boards are

unacceptable.

27. When ascending or descending stairways, skipping steps, sliding down the railings and running are

prohibited. One hand shall be holding onto the stair railing at all times. Sec 12.9

28. Choke manifold vent and flair lines shall be secured by one of the following methods: Concrete

anchors or earth anchors. (Not applicable to high volume and high pressure treating lines) Sec 14.17

29. Recommend use of hobbles (not whip checks) for lines with pressure over 150 psig. Sec 14.17

30. Use of Cheater Pipes: They should only be used as a last resort to break a connection, after the largest

wrench has been tried. Do not jump on cheater pipes. Cheater pipes may not be longer than twice the

length of the wrench being used. Sec 12.6

31. Guardrails are required on a walkway from which there is a drop of more than 4 ft. or there is an open

sided floor from which there is a drop of more than 4 ft. All stairs with four or more steps shall havehandrails and mid-rails installed. Sec 11.13.4

32. Only if necessary, tubing slips shall be chained down vertically to the BOP equipment or wellhead.

Do not secure tubing slips horizontally to any other equipment such as floor, pumping unit, derrick,

etc. Securing the slips shall require a Chevron approved *variance. Sec 14.18.1

33. The tubing slips shall be positioned above the rig floor. If, during scanning or like job, when the tubing

slips are required to be positioned below the rig floor, a variance approved by the Chevron

Representative is required to be documented. Sec 14.18.1

34. Use of single acting load binders (boomers) is prohibited. Sec 12.11

*NOTE: A CHEVRON APPROVED VARIANCE MAY BE VERBAL, WRITTEN, OR

ELECTRONIC BUT MUST BE DOCUMENTED ON THE DAILY WORK TICKET WITH THE

DATE, TIME AND NAME OF THE CHEVRON REPRESENTATIVE APPROVING THE

VARIANCE.



Attachment 15

Auxiliary DevicesWire Rope Fastenings

Open Type Closed Type

100%*SWAGED SOCKET

WIRE ROPE SOCKET,

SPELTER ATTACHMENT 100%

95%

92.5%

PRESSED SLEEVE LOOP BACK,

THIMBLE ATTACHMENT

1 in. (25.4 mm) diameter

and smaller

1½ in. (38.1 mm) diameter

and smaller

95%

92.5%

FLEMISH LOOP WITH MECHANI-

CAL SLEEVE ATTACHMENT

1 in. (25.4 mm) diameter

and smaller

1½ in. (38.1 mm) diameter

and smaller

70-90%

70-90%

WEDGE SOCKETS

(depending on the design)

CLIPS

(number of clips vary with

size of rope)

*Denotes percentage of strength of the fastening

compared to original strength of wire rope.

THIMBLE SPLICE, HANDTUCKED

¼ in.

(6.5 mm)

/ in.

(8.0 mm)/ in.

(9.5 mm)

/ in.

(11.5 mm)

516

38

716

90%

89%

88%

87%

86%

84%

82%

80%

½ in.

(13.0 mm)

/ in.

(16.0 mm)¾ in.

(19.0 mm)

/ in.

(22.0 mm)

58

78

LOOP SPLICE, HANDTUCKED

Efficiencies of loop splice are the same

as those given for thimble splice.

Source: National Safety Council Ac-

cident Prevention Handbook for In-

dustrial Operations.

Minimum Number of Wire Rope

Clips To Be Used

Rope

Diameter

in. (mm)

/ (3.5)/ (5.0)

¼ (6.5)

/ (8.0)

/ (9.5)

/ (11.5)

½ (13.0)

/ (14.5)

/ (16.0)

¾ (19.0)

/ (22.0)

1 (26.0)

1 / (29.0)

1 ¼ (32.0)

1 / (35.0)

1 ½ (38.0)1 / (48.0)

Minimum

Number

of Clips

22

2

2

2

2

3

3

3

4

4

4

5

5

6

66

Amount of

Rope to

Turn Back

in from

Thimble.

in. (cm)

3 ¼ (8.5)3 ¾ (9.5)

4 ¾ (12.0)

5 ½ (14.0)

6 ¼ (16.0)

6 ¾ (17.0)

11 (28.0)

11 ¼ (28.5)

12 (30.5)

18 (46.0)

21 ½ (55.0)

24 (61.0)

28 (71.0)

30 (76.0)

37 ½ (95.0)

40 ½ (103.0)43 ½ (111.0)

Torque,

foot-

pounds

(ft•lbs)

(newton

metres,

N•m)

––

15 (20.3)

30 (40.7)

45 (61.0)

65 (88.1)

65 (88.1)

95 (128.8)

95 (128.8)

130 (176.3)

225 (305.1)

225 (305.1)

225 (305.1)

360 (488.1)

360 (488.1)

360 (488.1)430 (582.9)

1 8

316

516

3 8

716

916

58

78

18

38

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