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Introduction to the Unescorted Course

Introduction to the Unescorted Course. Course Number NSTC-03 Revised 11–2010. Introductions. Name Company Assigned work site on the Slope or at another industrial site in Alaska Are you new to Alaska? If not, have you been to the North Slope? If so, how long ago?.

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Introduction to the Unescorted Course

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  1. Introduction to the Unescorted Course Course Number NSTC-03 Revised 11–2010

  2. Introductions • Name • Company • Assigned work site on the Slope or at another industrial site in Alaska • Are you new to Alaska? • If not, have you been to the North Slope? If so, how long ago?

  3. Administration and Safety • Emergency guidelines for fire, earthquake or bomb threat; evacuation routes, and assembly area • Restrooms and designated smoking areas • Breaks and lunch • Safety minute

  4. NSTC Unescorted Course: 6-Pack + H2S/FeS • 6-Pack • Camps and Safety • Alaska Safety Handbooks (ASH and BP ASH) • Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) • HAZCOM • HAZWOPER • Environmental Excellence • Hydrogen Sulfide/Iron Sulfide

  5. Safety Training • The NSTC Unescorted Course is an awareness level course designed as a basic introduction to North Slope work. • Most facilities require site-specific orientations. • There may be job-specific and special awareness training each worker must have in order to accomplish their work safely and legally. This training is available for completion in other NSTC or company-sponsored classes.

  6. North Slope Camps & Safety Orientation Course Number NSTC-03

  7. Introduction

  8. Goal To introduce participants to the unique working conditions at Alaska’s North Slope oil and gas facilities and explain the safety assurance measures currently in practice.

  9. Objectives Participants will be able to: • Describe work life in the North Slope oilfields including geography, facilities, and working conditions. • Explain the North Slope safety policies, culture, and expectations for working safely as a team. • Discuss safety training requirements and resources.

  10. Working on the North Slope

  11. Geography Where is the North Slope?

  12. Geography Sorry — it’s not that kind of Slope.

  13. Geography In fact, despite the name, it’s not much of a “slope” at all.

  14. Geography Here’s why — The Arctic or “North” Slope is a broad drainage field between the Brooks Mt. Range and Arctic Ocean.

  15. Geography • On the surface, the land is snow covered almost 10 months of the year. • Due to its arctic location, the ground is frozen under the surface to an average depth of 1500 feet, in a condition known as permafrost. • In the summer when the top 2 feet of soil thaws, the ground cover called tundra supports over 250 species of plants, but NO TREES. • Over 230 species of birds and numerous other wildlife such as bears, fox, caribou, and musk ox call the area home.

  16. Weather The weather varies from balmy summer highs in the 40s and average winter lows around -20F, with extremes in both directions. Annual precipitation is a dry 4.5 inches, with an average snowfall of 33 inches. ASH, page 180; BP ASH, page 230

  17. Ownership • Most of the oilfield lands are leased from the State and Federal governments and operated by a consortium of oil-producing companies. • Much of the housing and operations are located within the lease boundaries, with many contractor companies basing their operations just outside of “the lease” in the town of Deadhorse, Alaska.

  18. Transportation There are two common transportation choices to get there: A 2 ½ hour flight … or 2–3 day drive. YOUR CHOICE!

  19. Transportation Shared Services Aviation: BP and ConocoPhillips jointly own a private airline specifically for transporting workers to, from, and around the North Slope oil fields. Reservations are made through specific company representatives.

  20. Transportation Appropriate clothing required for travel October 1 to May 1 includes: Heavy coat or jacket, Warm gloves or mittens, Winter cap, hat or hood which covers the ears, Warm substantial footwear (including warm socks) with sturdy outer sole. ASH, pages 49-50; BP ASH, pages 44-55

  21. Transportation Once you’re on the Slope, buses, shuttles, pool vehicles, and department-assigned vehicles will take you wherever you need to go.

  22. Transportation Occasionally, transportation around the Slope becomes more interesting…

  23. Driving Conditions The roads up North are … Mostly like this … But nice for about two weeks!

  24. Driving Conditions – Foul Weather ASH, pages 47-48; BP ASH, pages 56-58

  25. Driving/Vehicle Safety • OBEY ALL SPEED LIMITS! • A valid driver’s license is required. • Safety glasses with side shields are required for all occupants. • Seat belts must be worn at all times. • Headlights are on while driving. • From October to May, drivers must carry heavy winter gear in their vehicles. ASH, pages 43-47; BP ASH, pages 52-56

  26. Driving/Vehicle Safety • Drivers may not use cell phones or 2-way radios while the vehicle is in motion. • Drivers must yield to all heavy equipment, to wildlife, and slow to 5 mph when passing. • Driving is permitted on designated roads only – no unauthorized tundra travel. • Drivers need to conduct a 360º walk-around prior to driving. ASH, pages 43-47; BP ASH, pages 52-56

  27. Camp Facilities • Shared rooms and showers • Cafeterias and snack rooms • Laundries • Small commissaries • Recreation and workout areas • Aid stations and medical clinics

  28. Camp Life and Health • Have consideration for others who live in your facility • Day and night sleepers • Use of shared areas • Personal hygiene protects everyone from the spread of disease • Use hand washing stations • Wear slippers to avoid athlete’s foot • Report to the clinic when sick

  29. Working Safely as a Team

  30. Expectations and Accountabilities • Working safety is a condition of employment. • Every worker is expected to follow all operating rules contained in the Alaska Safety Handbooks (ASH and BP ASH) and the Environmental Field Handbook. • Report near misses, accidents or incidents. • No weapons, knives, drugs or alcohol are allowed on the North Slope. ASH, pages 3-4; BP ASH, page 12

  31. Safety Is Everyone’s Responsibility The Operator and Contractor companies work as team to create safety processes: • Pre-job hazard assessments and daily safety meetings. • Work permit systems. • Safety observations and audits. • Emergency procedures and incident reporting.

  32. Accident Ratio Study

  33. Incident Causation Model

  34. The Primary Goal ofNorth Slope Operations No harm to people, facilities, or the environment.

  35. But, What About the Job Deadline? Those you care about, and those who care about you, want you home alive.

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