PE O HS STD 001 02 E_OMV Petrom EP Permit to Work Standard
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Introduction and scope Regulatory content ____________ 2.1 Definition of the Permit to Work system (PTW) in EP 2.2 People directly involved in the PTW system ______
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Hazardous works in EP which require a PTW_______________________4
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Works under 2.3 a), b) definition that do not require a PTW __________6
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Types of Work Permit______________________________________
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2.5.1 Hot Permit to Work___________________________________________7 2.5.2 Cold Permit to Work__________________________________________7 2.6 Time frame for a Permit authorization_______________________________8 2.7 Permit to Work system certificates __________________________________8 2.8 JSA – Job Safety Analysis __________9 2.9
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When the work on a permit involves two or more different activities__9
2.10 Hazard Management in PTW System ________________________10 2.11 Responsibilities ______________11 2.11.1 Head of asset________________________________________________11 2.11.2 Asset Head of operations______________________________________11 2.11.3 EP Sector Manager/Offshore Installation Manager/ Facilities (outside Sector responsibilities) Manager (their deputies)_____________________________11 2.11.4 Approver____________________________________________________12 2.11.5 Affected Area Responsible_____________________________________12 2.11.6 Performer___________________________________________________13 2.11.7 Working team member________________________________________13 2.11.8 Contractor’s management______________________________________13 2.11.9 HSSE representative___________________________________________13 2.11.10 Fire Watch Man______________________________________________14 2.11.11 Gas Test Responsible Person________________________________14 2.12 Monitoring and auditing the PTW System________________________14 2.13 Training and competence requirements__________________________15 2.13.1 Approvers and Affected Area responsible________________________15 2.13.2 Performers___________________________________________________15 2.13.3 Gas Test Responsible Person___________________________________15 2.13.4 Fire watch Man_______________________________________________15 2.13.5 Authorized electrician_________________________________________16 Internal Reference Links_____________________________________________16 External Reference Links____________________________________________16 Obsolete Regulations_______________________________________________16 Certification Standards______________________________________________17 Terms and Abbreviations____________________________________________17 7.1 Terms__________________________________________________________17 7.2 Abbreviations___________________________________________________19 Key Words_________________________________________________________19 Annexes___________________________________________________________20 Amendments from previous edition ____________ __________20 Transitory provisions________________________________________________20
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1. Introduction and scope This document sets rules regarding the issuance and management of Permit to Work. The fundamental principle is that certain defined operations are prohibited without the specific permission of a responsible person. That means that authorized and properly trained persons have thought about foreseeable risks and about suitable precautions (meant to avoid or reduce the risks to ALARP) at the worksite, before worksite is handed over to those carrying out the job/before dangerous works start. Those carrying out the jobs should think about and understand what they are doing and how their work may interface with that of others. They must also take the necessary precautions which they have been trained to take and for which they have been made responsible during the whole work duration.
2. Regulatory content 2.1
Definition of the Permit to Work system (PTW) in EP The PTW system is a formal written system used to control certain types of work which have been identified as potentially hazardous. It aims to ensure that proper planning and consideration is given to the risk of a particular job. It is appropriate to non-routine activities which require a Job Safety Analysis (JSA) prior to work commencing. It is also a means of communication between site/facility management/operators/work site supervisors and those who carry out the work. Essential features of PTW system are : ensures guidance to identify hazardous works and their proper authorization ; this may be work of certain types, or work of any type within certain area, other than normal (routine) operations. specifies who may identify and authorize hazardous jobs (and any limits to their authority) and who is responsible for specifying the necessary precautions communicates clearly to people carrying out the work the exact identity, nature and extent of the job, the hazards involved, limitations on the extent of the work and the time during which the work may be carried out. specifies the precautions to be taken, including safe isolation from potential risks such as hazardous substances and/or energy sources. provides a record showing that the nature of the work and needed precautions have been verified by a competent person.
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ensures that all the persons in charge of a site, installation are aware of all hazardous work being done there, using a suitable display of valid permits (see Annex 14). provides a means for coordinating multiple PTW for activities that have the potential to overlap or conflict with each other. provides a formal work handover procedure when a PTW is issued for a period longer than one shift or when permit signatories change (see Annex 14). ensures that equipment left unserviceable is correctly tagged and identified to incoming shifts. provides a procedure for the suspension of work prior to its completion (see Annex 14). ensures that details of non-completed work are documented and communicated to the competent person. provides a process for change, a determination of when hazards need to be reassessed and a means for controlled communication of change. provides a written hand-back procedure to ensure that the equipment/facilities affected by the PTW are in a safe condition and ready for reinstatement (see Annex 14).
2.2
People directly involved in the PTW system :
EP Asset management EP Sectors’ management Approver Affected Area Responsible Performer Gas test responsible Fire watch man Fire brigade See section 2.11 for details.
2.3
Hazardous works in EP which require a PTW a) Works (especially non-routine) which are performed in Hazardous Areas (areas where flammable atmosphere, toxic gases, or radiations may be present) such as : tanks, vessels, pipelines etc. which may contain or have contained flammable vapours technological facilities where the fire or explosion risk is present (parks, tank farms, gathering stations, pumping stations, terminals, other hydrocarbon storage areas) PE-O-HS-STD-001-02-E Revision: 02
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oil/gas wells areas of an exposed section of flow/pipeline areas of a drilling rig EX zones NOTE : For the EP Hazardous Areas definition and examples see the Standard Petrom EP FA HA 01 ST : Company Standard for Areas Classification. There, a classification of existing hazardous areas for the main facilities pertaining to OMV Petrom can be found. This classification shall be taken in consideration by the person responsible to identify the hazards, evaluate the risks and put in place the mitigation measures. Annex no. 1 shows relevant extracts from the Standard. Examples of works under a) definition, requiring PTW (the list is not exclusive): works involving open flame inside a zone of 40 meters radius around flammable/explosive areas works producing sparks (incl. static electricity), heat, hot surfaces, ignition sources (friction) welding, burning, grinding dry grit/shot blasting needle gunning use of electric drills and other devices use of air or hydraulic powered metal cutting or chipping tools use of steel wire brushes use of temporary internal combustion engines, including Well Servicing on normally unmanned platforms use of Non Intrinsically Safe electrical equipment (incl. cameras) radiography in all area use of heat blowers/soldering irons hot works on /near a live well pressure testing activity after a work which has affected the integrity of a system containing pressurised hazardous gases or liquids, to ensure that the system is safe to be put back into service works which may cause an unintended or uncontrolled hydrocarbon release, including any disconnection or opening of any close pipeline, vessel or equipment containing, or which has contained, flammable or toxic materials workover/intervention such as perforating, acidizing, hydraulic fracturing
b) Works (especially non-routine) which are Hazardous by their nature, even they are not performed in Hazardous Areas Examples of works requiring PTW (the list is not exclusive): electrical works works inside Confined Spaces lockout of powered (electrical, mechanical, pressure, flow) systems
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complex lifting operations - when a Lifting Plan must be developed (lift greater than 10 tones, not a single point lift – involving two or more lifting/pulling appliances, lift requiring rollers, restraining anchors or guide frame/structure) removal of handrails, gratings, hatches and covers or fixed ladders, assembling /dismantling of scaffoldings or racks works at height (works carried out at a height greater than 2.0 meters, other than on walkways, scaffold under certification, or approved access platforms) works which compromise critical safety systems or which remove them from service (egg. Emergency Shut Down, Safety, or Power Generator Systems, fire sand gas detection systems, public address systems, life-saving equipment and fire fighting equipment) jobs where two or more individuals or groups need to coordinate activities (egg. combined or simultaneous operations SIMOPS) excavation (digging more than 0,70 meters deep) pressure tests after work which has affected the integrity of an under-pressure system diving activities work at any place on an offshore installation from which any person could fall into the sea work involving the use of dangerous substances, including radioactive materials and explosives work with asbestos-based materials roof access
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Works under 2.3 a), b) definition that do not require a PTW Wherever possible and especially with routine jobs, hazards must be eliminated so that the work can be done safely without requiring a permit to work. As a general principle, Works that do not require a PTW must meet the following conditions, all in the same time:
they are routinely performed and they are fully covered by specific operating procedures and work instructions which include HSSE matters and eliminate the cause which can trigger an incident they do not require open flames inside a zone of 40 meters radius around flammable/explosive areas they do not require operations producing ignition sources performed in technological facilities where flammable or explosive atmosphere can be present, or in warehouses/other places where flammable/explosive staff is present they do not require a Lock-out/Tag-out of any system (however, this requirement is not applicable to the Minor Maintenance Team members when a documented routine operation, performed by themselves, requires a LOTO) they are not performed on energised systems (systems under pressure, above or below ambient temperatures or electrically charged)
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they do not inhibit a Safety System from functioning they are not performed in a Confined Space they do not involve complex lifting operations other works being done nearby cannot affect, in a dangerous way, the work concerned work over/work intervention activities where the Permit to Work template is replaced by the hand over protocol and an approved work program is available
An exemption list of Works that, normally, do not require a PTW is provided in Annex no. 2 of this Standard. NOTE : Access of vehicles in EP sites (facilities, nearby wells or other Hazardous Areas) is not under a Permit regime, but the user/owner has to prove that the vehicle meets all the requirements to do this safely (most of them under ADR provisions). For this, the user/owner has to provide the vehicle with a Vehicle Fitness Certificate (updated monthly) in order to demonstrate that an appropriate check/repair has been done monthly for compliance. The template for this Vehicle Fitness Certificate and more details can be found in Annex no. 3.
2.5 Types of Permit to Work 2.5.1 Hot Permit to Work The Hot Permit to Work is designed for operation (hot works) that include the application of heat, or ignition sources in hazardous areas (where flammable atmosphere may be present). Example of Hot Works : welding, cutting (oxy-acetylene), burning, brazing, soldering and any process involving the application of a naked flame. Drilling and grinding shall also be included where a flammable atmosphere is potentially present. Hot works should therefore be done under the terms of a hot work permit, the only exception being where hot work is done in a designated maintenance area suitable for the purpose. The template of the Hot Permit to Work is provided in Annex no. 4. NOTE : the Hot Permit to Work defined in this Standard does not replace the Hot Permit to Work required by Romanian Regulation. A separate form, established through Regulation OMAI 163/2007 must be issued. This is covered by the above mentioned regulation and is not subject of this Standard.
2.5.2 Cold Permit to Work Cold Permit to Work is used to cover a variety of potentially hazardous activities which are not of a type covered by Hot Permit to Work. It ensures that any form of work (especially non-routine) involving maintenance, repair,
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construction or inspection activities, without hot work, shall be done accordingly with the all HSSE requirements. Example of Cold Works : scaffolding, work at height, electrical work, work on pressurized systems, complex lifting operations, work in confined spaces others than hazardous areas, excavation, diving etc. Cold Permit to Work must be used also for operations above the sea water. The template of the Cold Permit to Work is provided in Annex no. 5.
2.6 Time frame for a Permit authorization Based on his judgment, the nature of work and the provisions of this Standard, the Approver decides the period of time for which he authorizes a Permit (recommendation : no more than five consecutive days). OBS. Hot Permit to Work required by Romanian law can be issued only for one single day. At the shift change, the Permit must be handed over within the shift handover protocol and must be signed by the oncoming Performer. No Approver or AAR’s additional signature is required on the Permit itself, but the toolbox talks at the beginning of the shift must be done by the Performer based on the Permit, updated JSA (especially responsibilities) and shift handover protocol.
2.7 PTW system certificates Additional controls to those covered by the Permit may, in some instances, be required. Examples: confined space entry, isolation etc. These controls are provided through the use of a set of Certificates as described in Annex no. 6. Certificates are attached to the PTW to provide additional information and authorisation. Following certificates are used within this PTW system :
Electrical isolation certificate (template in annex no. 7)
Mechanical isolation certificate (template in annex no. 8)
Confined space entry certificate (template in annex no. 9)
Digging-excavation certificate (template in annex no. 10)
Radiography certificate (template in annex no. 11)
NOTE : A certificate system by itself is not a PERMIT TO WORK and must not be used to authorize work. A certificate system must be used only in conjunction with an appropriate Permit to Work. The gas monitoring is mandatory for all the works with high level of risks related to gas presence, within classified EX areas, within all confined spaces and any other situations in which is identified gas presence. In this case a GAS TESTING RECORD shall be kept and attached to the Permit (see Annex no. 12)
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2.8 JSA – Job Safety Analysis Before job starts, the JSA form must be filled in by the Performer and checked by the Approver or Affected Area Responsible and accepted only once they are sure that the Hazards related to the job are identified and proper controls are put in place. A JSA (template in annex no 13) is to be produced for every Permit. Each JSA must be attached to associated Permit. The JSA will:
Identify the hazards involved with the work.
Include a Health Risk Assessment (HRA).
Identify any other activities that may conflict with the work.
List the personal protective equipment required.
List the preparations required by the Affected Area Responsible and the Performer.
List the controls to be observed by the Performer during the work.
List any other controls to be put in place by the Affected Area Responsible.
The JSA combines all hazard management information into one document. JSA can either be created by hand, or by using outputs from the JSA repository (generic JSAs). The JSA repository must be created on the Asset level in order to be accessible by intranet to all employees. Generic JSA for activities covered by the PTW Standard, which have been created and archived in the JSA repository, may be made available to all people concerned (inclusive Contractors) as paper documents. These can be printed off as standard documents. It is essential that generic JSA are reviewed for each task before a Permit is authorised. The generic JSA must have some additional “blank” lines which can be filled in by hand (if the case). If a generic JSA is not available, then one shall be produced manually. Where Generic JSAs are available for different types of works, these must be adapted to specific local work conditions.
2.9
When the work on a permit involves two or more different activities For any individual task, a single PTW is to be raised.
In case of tasks which contain both Hot Work and Cold Work, only the HOT Permit To Work is to be raised, but only if the risks incurred by the cold work content are the same or less restrictive as the ones required for the Hot Work.
the Permits must have attached the necessary related Certificates (confined space entry, isolation etc)
all activities are to be listed on the Permits
the JSA must show the controls required for all the activities
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a Permit shall not include so many activities that it is difficult to understand the controls needed for each stage of the work. The work can be so complex that it needs separate parts of the task to be authorised at different times to ensure safe control. This includes tasks where the isolation boundary is changed part of the way through the work. In this case each phase of the work would require a separate Work Permit and Certificates
if more than one Permit is used for the same task, the Permits must be crossreferenced A practical description for the proposed way to use the PTW system in EP can be found in Annex 14.
2.10
Hazard Management in PTW System A critical element of PTW preparation stage is an identification of the hazards/threats and an assessment of risks which are associated with the worksite and with the work to be undertaken. The objectives of the Hazard Management are to identify all the hazards involved with a worksite/job and then to indicate controls that must be put in place to enable the work to be done safely. The techniques of the Hazard and Effect Management Process (HEMP) are to be applied which helps the assessor to: Identify
Understand the hazards and threats associated with the workplace/work (What are the impacts to people, environment or assets? Obtain precise details of the work to be undertaken. Are there 'process' hazards or hazards associated with the material being handled involved in the work?) Assess
Recognise the risks (What are the likelihood to cause harm? Is the risk involved as low as reasonably practicable - ALARP? Consider the practical difficulties of carrying out the work, if necessary consulting the discipline specialists undertaking the work) Control
Decide upon the barriers and control necessary to manage the risk thus providing a safe working environment (What is required to prevent the likelihood of causing harm from carrying out the work being realised? Are there any safer alternatives either in terms of timing, or the intended method of performance of the work) Recover
Agree on the recovery measures in the event that controls break down. The Performer should carry out such assessment (in conjunction with his workforce) and any other persons whose specialist knowledge may be needed. Where available the Performer will take advantage of all hazard information in Part 4 of the Safety Case prepared for the respective facility. This will assist him in recognising hazards, threats, risks, barriers and precautions needed and response mechanism should controls breakdown.
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Likewise the Approver and the Affected Area Responsible should also undertake such assessment when the permit is presented to further enhance safety control, if needed.
2.11 Responsibilities 2.11.1
the PTW system is implemented and maintained training programmes and competence standards are established and maintained monitoring/ auditing/ reviewing of the PTW system is established and maintained drilling & seismic activities are assigned to specific areas prior to commencement of operations, to ensure good effectiveness and compliance with the PTW System requirements
2.11.2
Head of asset ensures that:
Asset Head of Operations ensures that: lists with nominated position for Approvers, Affected Area Responsible and Gas Testers are developed in accordance with respective work place Organisational Chart approves these lists all personnel who operate and use the PTW system are competent to do so (a training plan must be developed and implemented) the planning, issue and return of permits is properly co-ordinated a secure method of electrical and processes/mechanical isolation is implemented the system is regularly monitored to ensure that the PTW system is implemented effectively an effective communication on the Permit to Work matter is in place between Sectors representatives and Performers representatives
2.11.3 EP Sector Manager/Offshore Installation Manager/ Facilities (outside Sector responsibilities) Manager (their deputies)
defines the areas under his responsibility (could be more than one area inside a Sector boundaries, depending on Sector size) ; this area definition shall assure that majority of the works performed in different areas will not interfere defines the Permit Issue Point for each defined area and the way of effective communication between Permit Issue Points’ personnel (in the case when works performed in different areas can interfere) nominates the Approvers, Affected Area Responsible, Gas Testers and Fire Watch Men for each defined area and sends the lists with nominated people to be approved by head of operations ; an alignment with Asset Department Heads on this matter shall take place for each of the defined areas makes sure that the people mentioned above are properly trained and certified makes proposals of jobs to be included in the Exemption list ; an alignment with Asset Department Heads on this proposal shall take place informs the people concerned about the works needed to be performed under a Permit PE-O-HS-STD-001-02-E Revision: 02
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informs the people concerned about the Permit Issue Point where the Permit can be approved for a specific job
2.11.4
Approver ensures that : all the hazards associated with the worksite/job are identified prior to the commencement of work the nature of the work is fully understood by the workers/supervisors all the necessary precaution are implemented, including isolations, before work begins decides which jobs, considered as exemptions, need however, in certain circumstances, to be done under a Work Permit (mainly based on this Standard provisions, but also under his sound judgement) all people who may be affected by the work are informed before the work begins, when the work is suspended and when the work is complete permits for tasks that may interact are cross-referenced the work site is examined when work is suspended, before it is restarted and when the work is completed to ensure that it is in a safe and acceptable condition to be returned to normal operation sufficient time is spent on shift handover to discuss all on going permits with the oncoming permit issuer prior to closing a Work Permit, any precautions and isolations have been withdrawn and the operational system returned to normal operation when a PTW is completed and closed by the Performer / Affected Area Responsible, the equipment is left in safe condition or returned back to normal operation, as required by work completion status Recommendation : EP Sectors’ APPROVERS.
representative may be nominated as
2.11.5 Affected Area Responsible (AAR) : handover the worksite to the Performer, together with the Work Permit, related Certificates and handover protocol (if the case) check the JSA filled in by the Performer and verify that it is understood by the workers and the precaution measures are in place before the work starts monitor the work in order to ensure that all precautions are taken, also against possible interaction with other activities in case any of the requirements described in the work permit are not respected, the work stops until such deficiencies are corrected. He will also announce the Approver and the HSSE Advisor about any deviation from the Standard that he notices The maximum number of permits allowed under the control of 1 single AAR at one time is 10 out of this max. 5 hot work permits Recommendation : EP Sector’s staff, EP operators, Minor Maintenance Team members, Chief of WO/WI crew/senior well-man (shift 2) after handover of well site (for contractors) and other department’s people (egg. supervisors) may be nominated as AAR. PE-O-HS-STD-001-02-E Revision: 02
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2.11.6 Performer is responsible for careful planning of work that shall be undertaken to ensure: appropriate approvals for the work all persons in charge of potential affected areas are well aware and all precautions are taken against possible interaction with other activities sufficient time is allocated to identify all potential risks, implement necessary precautions and prepare the workplace he had received training in the PTW system as applied in that particular location the workers have received adequate instruction in the PTW system he assessed the work hazards and controls (JSA) the permit is posted at the work site in visible place the work team is briefed on the details of the permit, including any potential hazard, and on all the precaution taken or to be taken the taken precautions are maintained throughout the work session the workers understand that, if the circumstances change, work must be stopped and advice sought the work group stays within the limitations set on the permit (physical boundaries, type of work and PTW validity time) on completion or suspension of the work the site is left in a safe condition and the Affected Area Responsible is informed 2.11.7
Working team members ensure that: they have received instructions and have a good understanding of the PTW system at the location where they work they do not start any work requiring a permit, until it has been properly authorized they receive a briefing from the supervisor on the particular task and they understand the hazards and the precaution taken or to be taken they follow the instructions specified in the permit when stop work, they left in safe condition the site and any equipment they using if in any doubt or if circumstances change, they stop work and consult with supervisor and Affected Area Responsible
2.11.8
Contractor’s management ensures that:
their employees will follow the requirements of a PTW system, either is the Contractor’s or OMV Petrom’s system, as have been agreed between parties they are informed of and understand the broad principles of the PTW system for the locations where their employees are to work their employees have been given the appropriate training and understand the operation of the PTW system and their specific responsibilities within it they monitor the training of their employees 2.11.9 HSSE representative provides any specialized advice/trainings to the concerned parties as necessary or required PE-O-HS-STD-001-02-E Revision: 02
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periodically audits (at least quarterly) the PTW system to ensure that is being correctly administered 2.11.10 Fire Watch Man must ensure that : All flammable materials are removed from the work site Drains remain covered and water sealed Spark and Welding spatter are contained (use of fire blanket, water spray etc) Fire fighting equipment is available and ready for immediate use Alarm is raised if fire or gas emission occur in the work site area First aid and fire fighting equipment (fire extinguisher, fire blanket etc) is available and appropriate to the job 2.11.11 Gas Test Responsible Person can carry out gas tests required during the day. the results of the Gas Test are to be recorded in the Gas Test Record form,
2.12
except for Confined Space results, which are to be recorded on the Confined Space Entry Certificate. gas tests are to be done before work starts, and at the frequency stated on the Permit. An extra test is required before work re-starts, if the worksite is left unattended for more than one hour. in addition to Gas Testing, continuous monitoring may be required. This will have been specified in Box 3 of the Permit. A Performer may supervise work for which continuous gas monitoring is required without being appointed as a Gas Tester. He must, however, have been trained in the use of the gas detector. if gas or other hazardous atmosphere is found at any stage, work must stop. The Permit is to be suspended. The Approver must be informed immediately. he will be responsible for the calibration and certification (through authorized third party companies) of the devices used for gas testing and detection.
Monitoring and auditing the PTW System
Monitoring is carried out, on regular basis, by the Asset/Operations Heads, Permit Approvers and Affected Area Responsible. A basis for spot checks (without being limited to) shall cover: proper display of the PTW at the worksites; proper completion of the PTW; presence of the specified safety equipment in place; implementation of the specified precautions; worker’s awareness, full understanding of the conditions of the permit and the nature of the work. Monthly inspections are carried out by senior management personnel independent of the area being checked. These inspections will cover all aspects of the PTW system, including isolations, adequacy of briefings, shift handover arrangements and training. Auditing is to take place on an annual basis (or whenever is considered to be necessary), by persons independent of the location being audited. PE-O-HS-STD-001-02-E Revision: 02
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2.13 Training and competence requirements 2.13.1 Approvers and Affected Area Responsible must be able to prove knowledge and competence in the following area:
hazardous areas classification and identification (zoning); plant and equipment layout; the process taking place; hazards identification and risk assessment for the requested jobs; knowledge regarding isolation/de-isolation process performing isolation/de-isolation (according their competence) gas testing (according their competence) hazards mitigation means, before issuing permits; specific responsibilities associated with issuing permits; all legal requirements, procedures, work instructions applying to the operation of the PTW system; all different forms and records associated with the PTW system; shift handover requirements; actions to be taken in an emergency situation. 2.13.2 Performers must be able to prove knowledge and competence in the following area:
potential hazards associated with the plant/process and with the assigned work; precautions required before starting work; knowledge regarding isolation/de-isolation process details of documentation involved; specific responsibilities associated with being a task supervisor; shift handover requirements; actions to be taken in an emergency situation (including fire fighting and first aid). 2.13.3 Gas Test Responsible Person
is nominated by APPROVERS (for the initial site testing) and PERFORMER (for testing during the work period) from their team. must be trained in gas testing and detection. Gas testing training will be organized internally in each organizational unit (asset). 2.13.4 Fire Watchman A fire watchman must be present to monitor the work area, for hot work, e.g. welding and burning. The Fire watchman must be suitably trained in the equipment they have to handle and are responsible for ensuring that:
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Sparks and welding spatter are contained (by the use of fire blankets, water sprays etc) They are familiar with the location of the nearest fire alarm activation means and when and how the fire alarm will be raised where a fire or gas release occurs in the area. The alarm is raised should there be a fire or gas release in the area. In complex multi-deck layouts, more than one firewatcher may be required. A fire watch man may be nominated to monitor the work area while fire and gas detection system are inhibited/overridden or as required by the Permit Approver
2.13.5 Authorized Electrical Person must be able to prove knowledge and competence in the following area: potential hazards associated with electrical systems and equipment; precautions required before and after electrical isolation and de-isolation; details of documentation involved; actions to be taken in an emergency situation. All other personnel required to work within the PTW system must receive instructions on the specific procedures as they apply on the worksite where they are to work. Records must be kept of the PTW training carried out.
PTW training requirements for the Approvers, Affected Area Responsible and Performers will include: legislation and industry recommendation and requirements; company policy, procedures, work instructions; responsibilities. Written examination or suitable assessment is part of the training.
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Internal Reference Links
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External Reference Links
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Standard Petrom EP FA HA 01 ST : Company Standard for Areas Classification Standard for Risk Assessment Criteria, HSEQ-HQ-04-02, latest version
Guideline on Permit to Work Systems, OGP Report No.6.29/189 January 1993 Introduction to Health and Safety at work, NEBOSH – fourth edition Order of Administration and Intern Ministry 163/2007- for approval of Fire Fighting General Norms Government Decision 1058/2006- Minimal requirements for improvement of workers health and safety who might be exposed to potential risk due to explosive atmosphere
Obsolete regulations Petrom E&P Standard - HSEQ-RO-06-03-01 Permit to Work System
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Certification Standards SR EN ISO 9001:2008 Quality Management System. Requirements.
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Terms and abbreviations 7.1 Terms
Cold Permit to Work is a written document which ensures that any form of potentially hazardous work involving maintenance, repair, construction or inspection activities, without hot work, shall be done accordingly with the all HSE requirements.
Hot Permit to Work is a written document which ensures that any form of work that involves use of open flame (welding, thermal or oxygen cutting, heating and other fire or spark producing operations) shall be done accordingly with the all HSE requirements.
Planned Permit a Permit which has been filled by the Performer, received an unique number, but not yet authorized by the Approver.
Digging/Excavation Certificate is a written form which ensure that manual or mechanical digging/excavation works shall be done in conformity with all HSE requirements.
Confined Space Entry Certificate is a written form for any work involving the need to enter into a confined space in a safe manner.
Confined space is any vat, pit, duct, flue, oven, chimney, silo, reaction vessel, container, receptacle, underground sewer, shaft, well trench, tunnel, oil storage tank, pressure vessels or other similar enclosed or partially enclosed structure, if the space: is not designed for temporary or permanent occupancy has a limited, restricted means for entry or exit that makes it physically difficult for a person to enter or exit the space, and contains, or is likely to contain: an atmosphere that has a harmful level of any contaminant an atmosphere that does not have a safe oxygen level or have too much oxygen process or equipment related hazards
A confined space definition also applies to excavations greater than 70 cm in depth.
Vehicle Fitness Certificate is a written document which proves that a vehicle inspection has been carried periodically, in order to assess whether the vehicle is safe to enter a hazardous area.
Isolation Certificate (Electrical/ Mechanical etc) is a written document which ensures that isolation of a plant or equipment to protect against hazards of the system or process is executed. This is used for all energy isolations (electrical, mechanical, process, pneumatic, hydraulic, chemical and thermal). This is to ensure all energy sources are isolated prior to the commencement of work; all energy isolation activity is effectively communicated to all affected personnel and PE-O-HS-STD-001-02-E Revision: 02
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that proper management controls are maintained on energy isolation devices.
Double Block & Bleed is the isolation of pressurized system through the use of two closed valve which are in series in a process line/pipeline and a bleed line/vent between the valves to verify and monitor the pressure holding integrity of the main shutoff valve. Blind /Spades : it can be a slip blind between two flanges, a rotational spectacle blind between two flanges or a bolted blind at the end of a pipe run.
Lock/Lockout : a physical device or barrier (key or combination lock, chain and lock, isolation blind, etc.) that is used or installed as part of the isolation process to maintain security of the isolation.
Unique Work Permit Register : a register maintained at the Permit Issue Point for all work permits issued on daily basis.
Job Safety Analysis (JSA) is a documented method of identifying hazards, assessing risk and developing ways to manage them. This document must be attached to every Permit describing the hazards associated with the work, and the controls required to ensure that the work can be done with minimum risk to Health, Safety and the Environment.
PTW Exemption List : a list of tasks that do not require a PTW
Performer (Permit Applicant) : this is a generic title used in this document either for the person who is appointed to perform the work or the person in charge of the work team, or the entire work party, as appropriate in the context. He applies for a Permit and completes the Work Description parts of the Permit, for approval by the Approver. He is temporarily in charge of the area where the work is to be performed, during time period when work is performed, without interfering with the Affected Area responsibilities. He is responsible for ensuring that he and/or the work team members understand and obey the requirements of the Permit to Work System and other relevant procedures. He may be employed by OMV Petrom or a Contractor
Approver is the person who has overall responsibility for the co-ordination of work, and authorises the Permits affecting his area of responsibility. A list with nominated people for this position shall be issued by the EP Sectors’ management. The list must be sufficiently large, in order to ensure that, at any time, a nominated person is present and can authorise a Permit. No position titles will be used!
Affected Area Responsible is the OMV Petrom representative with operational responsibility for the area, facility etc. where work is performed under a Permit to Work. He is directly responsible for the control of work done in that area, and also responsible for the Validation and Re-validation of Permits, and finally for Closing Permits. A list with nominated people for this position shall be issued for the area or facility by the EP Sectors’ management. The list must be sufficient large, in order to ensure that, at any time, a nominated person is present and can PE-O-HS-STD-001-02-E Revision: 02
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(re)validate/close a Permit. No position titles can be used.
ALARP (as low as is reasonably practicable) is a concept used to allow management to balance the cost of control measures in terms of time, effort and costs against the risk being considered.
Hazardous Area : area surrounding a hydrocarbon bearing facility in which an explosive gas/air mixture could be present, as defined in OMV Petrom’s “Company Standard for Areas Classification” EP FA HA 01 ST.
Residual Hazard are those are still present after the preparation has been done for safe execution of the job. Additional precautions and special PPE might be required to control the residual hazards for any activity.
Fire Watchman is the person who monitors the workplace for fire prevention and fire fighting during hot work, and is appointed by the leader of the working team, from among the team members. If the work is to be carried out by just one person, or if none of the team members is suitable / available, the Approver will appoint someone from location personnel. He must have basic fire fighting knowledge (use of portable extinguishers and fire hoses). This knowledge is ensured through specific fire fighting training provided by a certified trainer.
Gas Test responsible Person from their team.
is nominated by APPROVERS and PERFORMER
He must be trained in gas testing and detection. Gas testing training will be organized internally in each organizational unit (asset). He will be responsible for the calibration and certification (through authorized third party companies) of the devices used for gas testing and detection. His main task : uses the gas test device and STOP the work if the thresholds are overpassed
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Abbreviations ALARP - As low as is reasonably practicable EP ESD –
Emergency Shut Down
LEL –
Lower Explosion Limit
PTW
- Permit to Work.
JSA
8.
- Exploration and Production
– Job Safety analysis
Keywords / Search Criteria Permit to Work Approver Affected Area Responsible Performer Permit to Work Issue Point PE-O-HS-STD-001-02-E Revision: 02
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Annexes
Annex 1
Hazardous Area Classification
Annex 2
PTW exemption list
Annex 3
Vehicle entry Requirements
Annex 4
Hot PTW
Annex 5
Cold PTW
Annex 6
PTW Certificates
Annex 7
Electrical Isolation Certificate
Annex 8
Mechanical Isolation Certificate
Annex 9
Confined Space Entry Certificate
Annex 10
Excavations / Digging Certificate
Annex 11
Radiography Certificate
Annex 12
Gas Test Record
Annex 13
JSA form
Annex 14
PTW System practical Guide
Annex 15
Unique Work Permits Register
Annex 16
Requirements for Contractors
Annex 17
Isolation label
10.
Amendments from Previous Version
Regulation code / Date
Modified chapters
Petrom E&P Standard - All HSEQ-RO-06-03-01 Permit to Work System
Details about modified chapters Responsibilities : adapted to the new E&P orgchart Exemptions : more examples added
11. Transitory provisions N/A
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HAZARDOUS AREA CLASSIFICATION
All OMV Petrom operating areas have a Hazardous Area Classification. The rules governing Hot Work depend on the Classification of the area where work is to take place. NOTE : For the EP Hazardous Areas definition and examples see the Standard Petrom EP FA HA 01 ST : Company Standard for Areas Classification. There, a classification of existing hazardous areas for the main facilities pertaining to OMV Petrom can be found. This classification shall be taken in consideration by the person responsible to identify the risks and the mitigation measures. HAZARDOUS AREA ZONE CLASSIFICATIONS ARE AS FOLLOWS : 1.1.
ZONE 0
It is an area in which a hazardous atmosphere (flammable/explosive) is continuously present. Zone 0 classification applies basically to the internals of process vessels, storage tanks and other similar closed containers. Any source of ignition in a Zone 0 area would almost certainly result in a fire and/or explosion. 1.2.
ZONE 1
It is an area in which a hazardous atmosphere is likely to occur during normal operating conditions. Zone 1 classification applies in production areas around process vessels, wellheads, open drains, vents etc. and in any area where gas is used to operate pneumatic instrumentation. 1.3.
ZONE 2
It is an area in which a hazardous atmosphere is not likely to occur during normal operations and, if it does occur, will exist only for a short period. 1.4.
NON HAZARDOUS ZONE
All areas not classified as Zone 0, 1 or 2. RESTRICTIONS TO THE PERMIT TO WORK SYSTEM RESTRICTIONS ON HOT WORK IN HAZARDOUS AREA ZONE 0 AND ZONE 1
Hot work is not allowed in Zone 0 or in Zone 1 areas, unless there is no other means of carrying out essential and/or safety related work. If all alternatives to Hot Work for carrying out required work in a Zone 0 or Zone 1 area have been considered and ruled out as impractical, then the following action must be taken:
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The process system, which resulted in the area being classified as a Zone 0 or Zone 1 area, must be shut down, isolated, depressurised and purged. This will remove the hazard, which caused the area Zone Classification for the work period. A Hot Permit To Work shall then be raised and the work carried out subject to the necessary special precautions specified on the permit. RESTRICTIONS ON HOT WORK IN HAZARDOUS AREA ZONE 2
Hot work such as naked flame cutting, welding and grinding must not be carried out in Zone 2 areas without shutting down and depressurising the adjacent production facilities. However, where specifically approved by the person in charge of approval (Approver in PTW organisation) after consultation with his HSSE Manager at base, a habitat may be built in order to create an environment within a Zone 2 area, in which Hot Work may be carried out without creating a fire hazard. Before use, any such habitat must be examined and approved by the Approving Authority or his delegate. A Hot Permit To Work shall then be raised and the work carried out subject to the necessary special precautions specified on the permit. RESTRICTIONS ON HOT WORK IN NON - HAZARDOUS AREA ZONE
For Hot Work in these areas within 40 m radius surrounding a Zone 2, a Hot Permit To Work is to be raised, and the work is to be carried out subject to the necessary precautions, which are to be indicated on the Permit. Designated hot work areas – e.g. welding workshops – do not need permits. SUSPENSION OF HOT WORK
Hot Work tasks being undertaken are to be stopped if any of the following activities are due to take place concurrently adjacent to the hot work:
Flammable liquids are to be transferred. Spray painting is to take place. Hydrocarbons may be released by bleeding down a process system, breaking flanges, pressure testing, pig launching/receiving etc. Any other tasks considered by the Performer, Affected Area Responsible or his delegate as being incompatible with Hot Work.
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PTW Exemption list
Conditions As a general principle, Works that do not require a PTW must meet the following conditions, all in the same time:
they are routinely performed and they are fully covered by specific operating procedures and work instructions which include HSSE matters and eliminate the cause which can trigger an incident
they do not require open flames inside a zone of 40 meters radius around flammable/explosive areas
they do not require operations producing ignition sources, performed in technological facilities where flammable or explosive atmosphere can be present, or in warehouses/other places where flammable/explosive staff is present they do not require a Lock-out/Tag-out of any system (however, this requirement is not applicable to the Minor Maintenance Team members when a documented routine operation, performed by themselves, requires a LOTO)
they are not performed on energised systems (systems under pressure, above or below ambient temperatures or electrically charged)
they do not inhibit a Safety System from functioning
they are not performed in a Confined Space
they do not involve complex lifting operations - when a Lifting Plan must be developed (lift greater than 10 tones, not a single point lift – involving two or more lifting/pulling appliances, lift requiring rollers, restraining anchors or guide frame/structure)
other works being done nearby cannot affect, in a dangerous way, the work concerned
work over/work intervention activities where the Permit to Work template is replaced by the hand over protocol and an approved work program is available
Tasks without a PTW The tasks listed below can, normally, be carried out without coverage of a permit to work (they normally meet the above mentioned conditions). However, on some occasions, routine operations may need additional controls to avoid a hazardous situation. In this case, EP Asset and Sector’s management shall control these tasks with a permit to work (see Section 3 in the Standard) Tasks which can, under the above conditions, be carried out without a permit to work are:
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routine maintenance/tests/checks operations carried out by Minor Maintenance Teams (MMTs), Predictive maintenance teams (PDV) and Time Based Maintenance teams (TBM) conditions monitoring upload, download and storage of equipment emptying tanks, habas, well cellars done by vacuum trucks vehicles delivering chemicals on well skids (skid inhibitor feeding) production watch keeping and routine plant operation, including blowing down and sampling hydrocarbons routine documented Drilling Operational Activities routine Work Over and Intervention activities when a suitable well site handover protocol, together with an approved work program, can replace the Permit to work : Rig move; up , down; Kill the well; Replacing polished rod;
Nipple up/ nipple down BOP (for tubing / sucker rod); Nipple up/ nipple down Xmass Tree (pumping head); Pressure testing BOP, X-mass Tree; Pull out of hole/ run in hole sucker rods; Pull out of hole/ run in hole tubing / drill pipe; Replacing pump ( P, TP, PCP ); Replacing pump (ESP ); Well cleaning: snd bailer, bailing ,washing; Workover fluids: preparation, transport, storage and control of parameters; Fishing operations; Milling; Cementing; Swabbing; Casing repair; Side tracking; Running liner; Packers Operations; Gravel Packing; Slikline Operations
visual inspections of areas, except where entry to a confined space is required routine Platform and workshop/warehouses mounted Crane operations (by certified personnel) lifting operations by certified fork-lifters in warehouses and workshops routine activities within accommodation areas, including use of Galley equipment processes involving naked flames and/or hazardous substances carried out within authorised laboratories or workshop by designated competent personnel operation of approved equipment permanently installed on a facility, which requires a source of ignition or an open flame as an integral part of its operational function work carried out within an authorised workshop area wellhead activities carried out in accordance with recognised procedures by competent personnel, which do not involve breaking system integrity operational or minor maintenance activities carried out in accordance with appropriate procedure operating or demonstrating portable fire-fighting or life-saving appliance during drills or training
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handling of substances that can be hazardous to health, if it is covered by specific procedures As guidance, another more structured list can be used, as shown in the table below, and may complete or replace the above mentioned works :
(E- means exempted from PTW, NE- not exempted)
Testing and Inspections Gas testing Scaffolding inspection Maintenance inspection and testing of Safety Equipment Safety Exercises Emergency Exercises Operations Operator performed maintenance (minor) Taking readings Routine operational activities, valve operation Start- stop of equipment Adding lub-oil to rotating equipment Replacing pressure gauges if blockand-bleed is possible Periodic testing of equipment for correct operation Taking samples of Crude or lube Oil (non H2S) Making up of chemicals or refilling of chemical storage tanks Maintenance General activities in the workshop Minor miscellaneous activities inside offices, except for: Work at Height Intervention on Electrical Power Supply Hot Work Mechanical Visual Equipment Check Use of Condition Monitoring equipment Greasing of non-rotating equipment
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Hazardous Areas 0, 1 or 2
Nonhaz Areas
E E
E E
E
E
E E
E E
E
E
E
E
E
E
E E
E E
E
E
E
E
E
n/a
E
n/a
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NE
E
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Tightening of glands of water pumps and valves Electrical Offices (indoor) repairs: lighting Visual checks of all electrical equipment (without exposing live electrical equipment) Reset of breakers (after fault identification and clearance) Operation on the network (except motor isolation / de-isolation Current measurement Instrumentation and Systems Visual checks of all instrumentation Change/refill of recorders and printers, e.g. pens, charts and paper Troubleshooting, offline works (DCS), control loop check Instrumentation fault finding with Operators, (no exposed power supply in Field) Putting systems on line, tune analysers Monitoring data from terminal, laptop, desktop PC, ESD system, F&G system etc. Loop Tuning Off-line works
E
E
n/a
E E
E
E
E
E
E
E
NE
E
E
E
E
E
E
E
E
E
E
E
E
E
E E
E E
Telecoms Visual inspection of all telecom equipment (no disruption & working E E at heights) Servicing and replacing of E E equipment for individuals (telephone, radio, fax etc) Measuring telecom equipment E E parameters without service interruption General E E General plant cleaning General handling of containers and E E freight General catering activities (cleaning, E E food preparation) Works on water/sanitary equipment E E in buildings NOTE : Where possible, the routine tasks in safe environments shall be covered by procedures and work instructions and not by permits. This helps reducing the number of permits in daily use and enables the Affected Area Responsible to concentrate on tasks that have higher inherent risk potential. PE-O-HS-STD-001-02-E Revision: 02
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Vehicle entry Requirements
The purpose of this document is to describe the method for control of Vehicle Entry and Driving within the hazardous areas in OMV Petrom EP onshore facilities/sites. 1.
General
1.1.
Vehicle entries Vehicles entering the hazardous area constitute taking potential sources of ignition into an area where a flammable atmosphere may be present. A Vehicle Fitness Certificate is mandatory for all vehicle which entry or drive within the hazardous areas.
Exceptions are that a certificate is not required for:
Vehicle access to a pig trap area for pipeline pigging operations covered by authorized procedures and listed in the approved program.
Travel to and from the facility in crew vehicles via the normal marked route to the facility parking area.
1.2.
Vehicle Fitness Inspection and Certificate
This is a written document which ensures that appropriate and competent vehicle inspection has been carried in order to assess whether the vehicle is fitted to enter within a hazardous area. The inspection must ensure that the vehicle equipment is in good condition and any hazard associated with its entry and operability within the hazardous are controlled through the vehicle inherent safety systems and technical integrity The inspection must be carried out by a competent person or authority The Transport Department Manager is responsible for ensuring a suitable inspection is carried out for each vehicle. The Transport Department decide on Fitness Certificate form. If the inspection results confirm the vehicle fitness for entry and driving within hazardous areas, a “Vehicle Access” sticker is to be posted it in a visible place on the windscreen. The sticker must clearly show the fitness inspection validity period; the Transport Department representative will sign and stamp it on the number (bottom row) representing the current month. The “Vehicle Access” sticker model is shown below
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ACCESS VEHICUL Auto:
Marca Nr Inmatriculare
Accesul acestui vehicul este permis in unitatile OMV Petrom (Current Year) VALABILITATE
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10 11
12
A check list for this inspection is provided in this annex. The list is not limitative. In case of any major repair works following vehicle accidents, or in case of any changing works of the vehicle’s initial design, a new fitness inspection must be carried out. 1.3.
Licenses Drivers of vehicles shall hold a current driver's license appropriate to the class of vehicle being driven.
1.4.
Certificates of Competency for special equipment Personnel shall not operate or be in charge of a crane unless they hold the appropriate certificate or are currently learning to operate a crane under supervision of a licensed driver. Personnel shall not operate a forklift, backhoe, excavator, bobcat, front-end loader or similar vehicles unless they are competent in the use of that equipment. Competency must be proved by appropriate licenses.
2.
Vehicle Entries in Process Areas No vehicle is permitted to enter the restricted process areas unless authorized by the Affected Area Responsible. Particular attention should be given to crane entry with consideration to jib length and height with reference to impact hazards. Entry of a vehicle in a process area shall be authorized/approved only for essential work, which can not be done without a vehicle, or to deliver and remove items, which can not be reasonably carried by hand.
2.1
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Check Vehicle Fitness Certificate and its validity period Vehicle Inspection – A visual check is still required to ensure the vehicle is fitted with an exhaust and muffler and suitable extinguisher, which are in good condition and operable. Gas test - A gas test for flammable atmosphere in the process area to be entered shall be completed by a competent person, using a suitable calibrated gas detector. The gas tester shall determine the percentage of Lower Explosive Limit (LEL) of hydrocarbons. If a positive reading is obtained, vehicle entry shall be cancelled and the Affected Area Responsible shall be informed immediately. Internal Traffic Regulations Drivers of vehicles shall always drive in accordance with country Regulations. Within the process area the speed limit is restricted to 5 km/h.
2.3
Safety and control equipment access No vehicle entry shall be authorized if the vehicle will obstruct access to essential safety or control equipment or influence the effective use of such equipment, unless alternative safety or control equipment can be provided.
2.4
Vehicle Route Vehicle movement in the process area of the plant shall be restricted to a specified route agreed with the driver.
2.5
Escort An escort of the vehicle may be required, if the Affected Area Responsible will consider this. The escort shall warn the vehicle driver of specific hazards and to gas test the access route.
2.6
Parking Locations Vehicles shall be parked only in places specified. Reverse parking shall be used at all times.
2.7
Parking Conditions If a vehicle is to be parked and left unattended, the driver shall ensure that the vehicle is stopped, the ignition keys are left in the ignition lock and the doors of the vehicle are left unlocked at all times.
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Review and Job Approval
The Affected Area Authority shall approve entry in a process area if the following requirements have been satisfied: All simultaneous operations have been considered. All necessary safety precautions have been identified. The driver and all passengers are aware of the safety and emergency rules which apply within the process area 3.
4.
Contractors requirements The Contractors have to maintain vehicle inherent safety integrity in order to be allowed to entry in hazardous areas within OMV Petrom EP facilities/sites. The contractors’ vehicles which entry in OMV Petrom EP process facilities/sites must have the same Fitness Certificate presented above, signed and stamped by the Contractor’s Responsible person for the current month. All this annex provisions are applying to all the Contractor’s vehicle Checklist for fitness inspection (not limitative) Review Periodic Inspection Report Existence of Fitness Certificate, stamped for the current month Ensure vehicle has passed the required inspection and has the required documents Check for the permanent or long time presence of Hazardous Materials/Transportation of Dangerous Goods Check warning placards and signs, any leaks or spills of hazardous substances, unsecured cargo, markings and labels. Check earthing device integrity Check the availability and operability of fire extinguishers Check the steering system operability Check brake system operability Check the integrity of the chock blocks. Check head and rear lamps and turn signals for improper colour, operation, mounting and visibility. Check windshield wipers for improper operation Check fuel tank area for any leakage, tank cap proper mounted Check the exhaust system for integrity, sparks arrester presence and condition Check condition of air and electrical lines systems (include the battery area). Check wheels, rims, hubs and tires. Check integrity of the frame and body Check condition of all hoses. Check van and open-top trailer bodies. Check any oil leaks from engine transmission or differential PE-O-HS-STD-001-02-E Revision: 02
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HOT WORK PERMIT Perm it No: 1. APPLICATION AND WORK DESCRIPTION (by Perform er)
Work order
Planned Work Schedule
Location
Date
Time
Hazardous Area Classification Zone 0
Zone 1 Non-Haz
Work site
Start
Zone 2
Equipment
Finish
H2S in location
I hav e rev iewed the task and conf irm that the inf ormation in this Application and in the JSA is adequate and correct
Associated Permit no.
High
Name_________________________
Contractor_________________
Signed
Date
Low
Non
Insert max ppm NORM Restricted Area Y es
No
Equipment and tools which will be used to perform the work:
Detailed Work Description:
Measures taken by the Perform er
Measures taken by the Affected Area Responsible
superv ision of hot work
natural v entilation
f lamable mat. remov ed
f ire extinguishers - ty pe:____ / no ____
mech. v entilation
drainage
f iref ighting hoses
mech. Isolation
inertization with gas
antif ire barriers
electrical isolation
access-escape routes clear
anti ex tools
other blockages
f iref ighting brigade announced
earthing of equipment
gas detection
other (detail here):
f encing and signalling of work
f ire detection
Fire Watch Man:
Name:___________________ Acceptance signature _________________ Date______________ Time_________________
2. CERTIFICATES ATTACHED TO THIS PERMIT √
3. GAS TESTING REQUIREMENTS (test results in Gas Test Record)
Certif icate Number(s)
Gases to be tested f or
Gas test to be Repeated at Continuous gas monitoring interv als of : required during work
Electrical Isolation/De-isolation Hy drocarbons Y es Mechanical Isolation H 2S …………hrs Conf ined Space Entry Oxy gen Excav ation Other_________ Gas Test Record Radiography ENSURE THAT A JSA HAS BEEN PRODUCED AND ATTACHED TO THIS PERMIT AND ALL ITS REQUIREMENTS ARE FULFILLED
4a. AUTHORISATION by Approver
4b. AUTHORISATION by Civil Fire Brigade
I authorise this Permit f or the Work Description abov e and attached JSA, f or the period: Date: FROM: Time: Date: TO: Time:
FROM:
Name: ________________________
Time:
Name: ___________________ Date:
Time:
Signature
Date: Signature
Position:
5a. VALIDATION
No
I authorise this Permit f or the Work Description abov e and attached JSA Date: Time: Date: TO: Time: Time:
5c. SUSPENSION
5b. ACCEPTANCE
To be signed by the Affected Area Responsible at the start of To be signed by the oncoming Performer whenev er the each work period Permit is v alidated and whenev er responsibility passes f rom one Perf ormer to another.
To be signed by the of f going Performer whenev er work stops f or more than 8 hours, and when superv isory responsibility changes.
I conf irm that the conditions at the worksite are saf e f or the work specif ied. I v alidate the Permit f or the period stated, prov ided the work party adhere to the permit requirements. Work must stop if the permit requirements cannot be met.
I hav e examined the worksite. It has been lef t in a clear and saf e condition.
I hav e been f ully brief ed by the Performer / Permit Applicant on the work and necessary precautions. I conf irm that the worksite is saf e f or work to start. I will brief the workteam and superv ise the work. I will stop the work if the permit requirements cannot be met.
Validated Date
From Time
To Time
Name
Name
Petrom/ Contractor
Date
Signature
Time
Date
Signature
6. PERMIT CLOSURE Work complete
a) Permit Return by Performer Worksite and equipment af f ected lef t in saf e condition. Name:________________________ Signed:________________
Function:___________
Date: ________________ Time:__________
b) Permit Closure by Affected Area Responsible
Y ES
NO
Remarks:___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ________________________ Work complete
Y ES
NO
* Worksite Checked Clear and Saf e. (Process Facilities Only ) * Re-instatements/De-isolations Complete. * Isolations retained under Cert. no. ________________
Remarks:___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________ ________________________
(* Delete as appropriate) Name:___________________ Position: _______________ Signed:______________ Date:________________Time:_____________
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COLD WORK PERMIT Permit No:
Work order
1. APPLICATION AND WORK DESCRIPTION (by Performer) Copies:
White - Worksite
Location
Yellow - Affected Area Responsible (Permit Issue Point)
Work site
Green - Approver
Equipment
Hazardous Area Classification
I have review ed the task and I confirm that the information in this Application and in the JSA is adequate and correct Name
Contractor
Signed Detailed Work Description:
Date
2. CERTIFICATES ATTACHED TO THIS PERMIT
√
Zone 0
Zone 1
Zone 2 H2S in location High Low Insert max ppm
Non-Haz Non
Planned Work Schedule Date
Time
Start Finish NORM Restricted Area Yes No Associated Permits
3. GAS TESTING REQUIREMENTS (test results in Gas Test Record)
Certificate Number(s)
Electrical Isolation/De-isolation Mechanical Isolation Confined Space Entry Excavation Gas Test Record Radiography
Gases to be tested for
Repeat test at intervals Continuous gas monitoring of: required during w ork
Hydrocarbons H2S Oxygen Other_________
…………hrs
Yes
No
ENSURE THAT A JSA HAS BEEN PRODUCED AND ATTACHED TO THIS PERMIT
4. AUTHORISATION (by Approver) I authorise this Permit for the Work Description above and attached JSA for the period: FROM: Date: Time: TO: Date: Name: Signed: Position: Date: Time:
5a. VALIDATION
Time:
5b. ACCEPTANCE
5c. SUSPENSION
To be signed by the Affected Area Responsible at To be signed by the oncoming Perform er the start of each w ork period w henever the Permit is validated and w henever responsibility passes from one Performer to another. I confirm that the conditions at the w orksite are safe for the w ork specified. I validate the Permit for the period stated, provided the Performer adhere to the permit requirements. Work must stop if the permit requirements cannot be met. Date
Validated From Time
Name
To be signed by the offgoing Perform er w henever w ork stops for more than 8 hours, and w hen supervisory responsibility changes.
I have been fully briefed by the Perform er / I have examined the w orksite. It has Perm it Applicant on the w ork and necessary been left in a clear and safe condition. precautions. I confirm that the w orksite is safe for w ork to start. I w ill brief w orkteam and supervise the w ork. I w ill stop the w ork if the permit requirements cannot be met. Name
To Time
6. PERMIT CLOSURE a) Permit Return by Perform er
Petrom/ Contractor
Date
Work complete
Signature
YES
Time
Date
Signature
NO
Worksite and equipment affected left in safe condition.
Remarks:_______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________ Date: ________________ Time:__________
Name:____________________ Function:___________
Signed:________________ b) Permit Closure by Affected Area Responsible * Worksite Checked Clear and Safe. (Process Facilities Only) * Re-instatements/De-isolations Complete. * Isolations retained under Cert. no. ________________ (* Delete as appropriate)
Work complete
YES
NO
Remarks:_______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________
Name:_______________ Position: _______________ Signed:______________ Date:_____________Time:_____________
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PERMIT TO WORK SYSTEM CERTIFICATES
Certificates in use Certificates are used in the Permit to Work System to provide additional authorisation and control for a number of activities. NOTE : THE PERMIT TO WORK SYSTEM CERTIFICATES ARE NOT PERMITS TO WORK AND MUST NOT BE USED TO AUTHORISE WORK UNLESS IT iS ATTACHED TO AN APPROPRIATE PERMIT TO WORK. The Certificates and other associated documents used in the system are: Mechanical Isolation Electrical Isolation Confined Space Entry Excavation Gas Test Record Radiography Lifting Plans other significant documents considered by key-persons to be attached to associated Permits The Certificates will be issued in two copies Colours of Certificate copies: Worksite - WHITE Permit Issue Point – YELLOW NOTE : For any Certificate a registration number shall be given in the Unique Work Permits Register and written on the certificate, respectively in the associated permit.
Mechanical and Electrical Isolation Certificates A brief description of its use is given below: BOX 1 – APPLICATION
Box 1 is to be completed by the Performer, giving the details of the job and the number of the associated Permit. The Box marked ‘Work Continuing on Permit No’ is to be used when a Permit passes its validation period, but work will continue under a new Permit. It allows the Isolation Certificate to be transferred to a new Permit.
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BOX 2 - REASON FOR ISOLATION
The Performer is to write here the reason why the isolation is required. BOX 3 - DETAILS OF ISOLATION
The Affected Area Responsible (or Authorized Electrical Person for electrical isolations) is to write in Box 3 the details of all isolation points, indicating whether valves are to be open or closed, and places where spading or disconnection is required. Correspondent tags are to be provided together with respective Certificate BOX 4 – ISOLATION
The Approver is then to sign Box 4 to authorise the Isolation. The Affected Area Responsible nominates a person to do the isolation (in case of electrical isolations must be an Authorized Electrical Person), then this person is to sign Box 4 when the Isolation is complete. If the Affected Area Responsible has the appropriate competence, he can do the mechanical isolation or de-isolation, if this is specified by the chief of sector in Affected Area Responsible nomination BOX 5 - DE-ISOLATION
The Performer is to sign Box 5 to request de-isolation. Once the de-isolation is complete, the person who did the de-isolation is to sign this box to show that de-isolation is complete. BOX 6 - EXTENDED PERIOD ISOLATION (EPI)
This box is to be used when an isolation is still required after its associated Permit is Closed. The ‘EPI ON’ Section is to be signed to authorise the EPI when a Permit is to be Closed, with the Isolation remaining. The ‘EPI OFF’ Section is to be used when work can continue, and the Isolation Certificate is to be attached to a new Permit. The use of the Certificates in the Isolation process is covered below.
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CONTROL OF ISOLATIONS Electrical/Mechanical Isolation General: The electrical/mechanical isolation records (on separate Certificates) is meant to prevent any danger associated to the electrical and/ or mechanical equipment and shall be used whenever equipment/ machinery is mechanically switched off/ power is turned off in order to carry on maintenance and/ or replacement works. The electrical/ mechanical isolation works must ensure that the isolated equipment/ machinery cannot start up accidentally. Isolation will be ensured by locking and labelling. The label will contain the warning: “DO NOT OPERATE”, the date, name and forename of the person who performed the isolation and the number of the isolation Certificate. The label will be posted on the electric panel where the isolation was done or on the mechanically isolated equipment. If the electrical/ mechanical isolation of a safety system is needed, it will be attempted to isolate only the respective part of the system and not the entire system. In this case, the Approver will decide which the best isolation method is, so that the system is affected as little as possible. All Isolation Certificates must be attached to the respective Permit and their numbers filled in Box 2 of the Permits. Isolation Requirements The following requirements apply to all isolations:
Competency
The Approver must ensure that the person nominated to do an Isolation/DeIsolation is competent for the task. Electrical isolation and de-isolation must be completed ONLY by authorized electrical persons
Recording
Isolations are to be recorded in an Isolation Certificate. For complex isolations, marked-up P & IDs or line diagrams should be attached to the Isolation Certificate.
Visibility and Co-ordination
The Affected Area Responsible must record all isolated equipment on the Permit Location Boards. This is done to ensure that equipment is only isolated or deisolated when it is safe to do so. Electrical Systems All electrical isolations are to be done in accordance with OMV Petrom specific procedures and Romanian legal requirements
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Mechanical Systems Mechanical Isolations are to be done in accordance with OMV Petrom specific procedures and Romanian legal requirements Approval for Isolation All isolations must be fully described in the Isolation Certificate. All documented Isolations are to be authorised by the Approver, who must define the isolation point and sign the Box 4 of the Mechanical / Electrical Isolation Certificate. All Isolations are to be approved in accordance with specific valid OMV Petrom specific procedures and legal requirements Isolation Process All mechanical and electrical isolations and de-isolations must be carried out in compliance with OMV Petrom specific procedures and Romanian legal requirements Energy Isolation Principle
A suitable lockout system must be carried out to ensure plant or/and equipment is isolated from all sources of mechanical, electric or fluid power so that the plant and/or equipment cannot operate.
Mechanical power covers all machinery that has a direct or indirect source of power (fluid, electrical, pneumatic) as well having moving parts and stored energy system that must be immobilised by physical means where possible.
Double block and bleed isolation principle must be used whenever and wherever is possible
Electrical power isolation covers low voltage (less than 1000 V) electrical isolations and high voltage (over 1000 V) electrical isolation.
Fluid power also includes the supply of compressed air (gas, liquids and steam).
The isolation principle shall be adopted, prior to carrying out maintenance or repair, depending on work activity and risks involved. The following aspects shall be taken into consideration: - whenever and wherever is possible padlock system shall be used; - complex isolations shall be planned and recorded on Isolation Certificate and attached to the PTW; - isolation shall be applied to any energy source (egg. mechanical, electrical, hydraulic etc); - isolation shall only be applied and removed if authorised by the PTW Approver or Affected Area Responsible ; - the tag labels applied on isolations shall be recorded on certificates; - to prevent premature de-isolation where multi tasks are involved specific work instructions must be used; - if the work is not completed within the Authorisation/Validation period, the work site shall be inspected by both Affected Area Responsible and Performer and
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ensure it is left in a safe condition and equipment cannot be re-instated until all work is properly completed; - if the PTW is suspended, the status of the work site (eg: “mechanical/electrical isolated”, “under repairing” etc) shall be visible displayed in a suitable location (eg: control room or other onshore equivalent) and the padlock keys kept in a secure place to ensure unauthorized access. All persons authorized to carry out isolation works shall be assessed for their competence prior assignment and they shall: be suitably qualified; have experience on the plant/equipment; have received specific instructions on the plant, isolation method etc. Their areas of responsibility shall be clearly defined.
The Performer must inspect work area after all isolations have been completed and before starting the work. Isolation When the isolation has been approved by the Approver, the Performer is to take the Permit and Isolation Certificate to the Affected Area Responsible or appropriate Electrical Person, to request isolation. The Affected Area Responsible (or Electrical Person for electrical isolations) is then to:
Check the Permit Location Board to ensure that the isolation will not conflict with any other work. When satisfied that it is safe to isolate, DO the isolation, tagging and securing of the valves/switches etc.
NOTE: The Affected Area Responsible can nominate a competent person to perform isolation/de-isolation, or, if is specified in his nomination (by the sector chief), having the necessary competence, he can perform mechanical/electrical isolation/de-isolation, as appropriate
Prove that the isolation has fully isolated the systems and equipment from pressure/electricity If part of the isolation is at a remote location under the control of another Affected Area Responsible, submit (fax or other suitable communication means are accepted) a copy of the Isolation Certificate to that location and obtain a return copy with a signature that the remote isolation is known and complete. Sign the Isolation Certificate to confirm that isolation is complete. Then add the marker and details of the isolation to the Permit Location Board.
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Tagging of Isolation points
Every valve, spade, switch, breaker etc. used in an isolation must be marked with a tag label.
The tag label (See Annex no. 17) is to identify the number of the Isolation Certificate authorising the isolation
Each valve/switch etc. used as part of more than one isolation scheme will have a tag label for each Isolation Certificate. It is not necessary to fit additional physical securing for each Isolation Certificate (except if this is required for electrical isolations by other specific work instructions)
Securing of Isolations Mechanical All valves, etc. used as part of an isolation boundary are to be locked and secured in the required position using a high visibility securing device, e.g. red/white chain. The purpose of securing the isolation is to prevent valves from being moved accidentally, and to show everyone in the area that the valve is being used as part of isolation. Electrical All electrical isolations are to be secured where practicable, locked in the 'open' position with SAFETY PADLOCKS or similar type locking devices NOTE: If the electrical apparatus or equipment at the point of isolation is not provided with suitable means of locking or if SAFETY PADLOCKS cannot be applied, and the circuit cannot be isolated by the withdrawal of fuses or links, then other suitable precautions shall be taken to avoid DANGER to person whilst working on the circuit.
Proving of Isolations Whenever the isolation is complete, the isolator must prove that the area within the isolation is fully isolated from pressure/electricity. This can normally be done by checks at vent valves or by the checks to prove electrical equipment dead with an APPROVED voltage testing device suitable for the rated voltage of the circuit. The voltage testing device shall be checked before and after use to check it is working correctly.
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If it is not possible to check that a pressure system has been de-pressurised without unbolting a flange, the work party must be made aware of the possible pressure hazard. The JSA must include clear instructions on controlling the unbolting of the first flange to ensure that any pressure is released before bolts have been removed. Using more than one Permit in an Isolation Boundary If more than one Permit is to be worked on within the same isolation boundary, the isolation for each permit is to be recorded, authorised and labelled separately. This will minimise the risk of an isolation being removed before all work is complete. De-Isolation on Completion of Work When work is complete, the Performer is to sign the Isolation Certificate to request de-isolation. If equipment testing is not required, the Performer must also sign Box 6a of the Permit to confirm that the work is complete. If testing is necessary before the Permit can be signed off, the procedure in Section below is to be followed. The Affected Area Responsible (or Authorized Electrical Person for electrical deisolations) is then to:
Check the Permit Location Board to ensure that the removal of the isolation will not affect the isolation boundary for any other work.
When satisfied that the work is complete and that it is safe to de-isolate, do the de-isolation (or ask a competent person to do it). If any of the valves/switches etc. are part of another isolation boundary, the tag for the current de-isolation is to be removed, but other tags are to be left in place. The securing device must not be removed until all isolations on the valve/switch have been removed.
When the isolation has been removed, compare the tags from the valves/switches with those attached to the Permit/Isolation Certificate to ensure the De-Isolation is complete. Then remove the marker and description of the isolation from the Permit Location Board.
If part of the de-isolation is at a remote location under the control of another Affected Area Responsible, submit (fax or other suitable communication means are accepted) a copy of the Isolation Certificate to that location and obtain a return copy with a signature that the remote de-isolation is known and complete.
Sign the Isolation Certificate to confirm that the de-isolation is complete.
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Permit must include a test, and the Permit must be suspended before testing starts. When the test is to start, the Affected Area Responsible is to de-isolate, using the procedure, except that he is not to sign the Permit/Isolation Certificate until the test is complete and the equipment is finally de-isolated. If a test shows that more work is needed, and the equipment is to be re-isolated, the Permit is to be Re-Validated for the work to be done. This process is not to be used for Hydrostatic or Pneumatic Testing. Transfer of Isolations between Permits If a Permit reaches the end of its Validity Period and work is to continue under a new Permit, the Isolations can be transferred between the two Permits. Box 6b of the old Permit is to be signed by the Affected Area Responsible to show that work is not complete. If the isolation was authorised on a Mechanical Isolation Certificate or Electrical Isolation Certificate, the number of the new Permit is to be written in the “Work continuing on Permit No.” Box on the Certificate. This transfer can only be done 3 times. The Isolation Certificate number is to be written in Box 6b of the old Permit. The Isolation Certificate is then attached to the new Permit. Extended Period Isolations
Use of Extended Period Isolations Extended Period Isolation (EPIs) are isolations which must remain in place although no work is being done within their boundary. They may be required for two main reasons: a) Where work was suspended past the Validity Period of the Permit (e.g. awaiting spares for a repair) b) Where equipment becomes redundant and is to be isolated permanently or until will be dismantled.
Authorization of EPIs The procedure for authorising and documenting EPIs is as follows: a) Any Permits for work related to the isolation are to be Closed by the Affected Area Responsible. The Affected Area Responsible is to sign Box 6b of the Permit and tick the appropriate box if the work is complete or not, writing the Isolation Certificate number in the space after “Isolation retained under Cert. No.”
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b) Where no work is required, but equipment is to be isolated for an extended period for other reasons, an Isolation Certificate is to be raised to document the isolation. c) The Affected Area Responsible is to indicate in the EPI section of the Isolation Certificate the reason for the isolation and the number of any associated Permit being signed off. d) Both copies of the Isolation Certificate are to be kept in the EPI section of the Permit Rack.
Confined Space Entry Certificate A registration number shall be given in the Unique Work Permits Register and written on the certificate, respectively in the associated permit A Confined Space Entry Certificate is required whenever entry is made into any space that is classified as a confined space.
A Confined Space Entry Certificate is valid for no more than 1 working shift period. If the work takes longer than this, a new certificate is to be raised for each new shift. The first Certificate to be authorised by the Approver, but later ones can be authorised by the Affected Area Responsible, with all precautions from the previous ones.
A brief description of the use of the Confined Space Entry Certificate is given below: BOX 1 – APPLICATION
Box 1 is to be completed by the Performer, giving the details of the job and the number of the Permit for it. BOX 2 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS REQUIRED
This is a list of items to be considered by the Performer (in box “Necessary”) and checked by the Approver/Affected Area Responsible before anyone enters the Confined Space. The Approver check the measures considered by the Performer and he can add in box “Necessary” supplementary measures he consider The Affected Area Responsible is to check if considered measures are completed and tick box “Checked” to indicate that all necessary precautions are in place. Special measures shall be taken (ventilation of the confined space, for example), especially whenever it was proved, by gas detection tests, that the atmosphere inside the confined space is dangerous for the personnel. A watch man must be permanent present to supervise work performed into confined spaces.
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BOX 3 - GAS TESTING
Immediately before first entry to the Confined Space each day the Affected Area Responsible is to test the space for Toxic and Explosive Gases/Vapours and for Oxygen Concentration. Further testing during the work can be done by any Authorised Gas Tester. The Affected Area Responsible must be competent and authorised in order to perform gas testing, otherwise another authorised person must do it The results of these tests are to be written in Box 3 of the Certificate. BOX 4 – AUTHORISATION
Once he is satisfied that the Confined Space is safe to enter (check boxes 2 and 3), the Approver/ Affected Area Responsible is to complete Box 4 to define the period for which the Certificate is valid, and then authorise the entry to proceed. Digging/Excavation Certificate
The Certificate excavations (digging) shall be used for digging in any location within or in the vicinity of facilities.
A registration number shall be given in the Unique Work Permits Register and written on the certificate, respectively in the associated permit Additional Gas Test Record See Annex 12 A registration number shall be given in the Unique Work Permits Register and written on the certificate, respectively in the associated permit Lifting Plans For any non-routine or hazardous lifting operations, specific procedure has to be used and all lifting plans shall be issued according this standard.
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Certificate No:
ELECTRICAL ISOLATION CERTIFICATE WHITE - Worksite ; YELLOW - Permit Issue Point
1. APPLICATION (by Performer) Name
Exact Location
Original Associated Work
Post
Worksite
Permit No.
Contractor/Dept
Equipment
Work Continuing
Signed
Date
on Permit No.
1 2 3
2. REASON FOR ISOLATION (by Performer)
3. DETAILS OF ISOLATION (by the Authorized Electrical Person) ISOLATED EQUIPMENT / SYSTEM
ISOLATION MEASURES THAT HAVE BEEN TAKEN
Applied Safety Padlocks Nos
4. ISOLATION
5. DE-ISOLATION
Isolation Authorised by (Approver):
De-Isolation Requested by:
Name
Name
Signed
Time
Date
Signed
Position
Signed
Position Time
Date
De-Isolation does not affect other work and is Completed and Proved by.
Isolation Completed and Proved by: Name
Isolation labels applied (Yes / No)
Time
Name Date
6. EXTENDED PERIOD ISOLATION
Signed
Position Time
Date
This section to be completed when this Certificate remains in force without an associated Permit.
Reason for EPI: EPI ON. Cancelled Permit No.
EPI OFF. New Permit No.
Isolation transferred to EPI and recorded at Permit Issue Point
EPI transferred to Isolation and recorded at Permit Issue Point
Name
Name
Position
Signed
Time
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MECHANICAL ISOLATION CERTIFICATE WHITE - Worksite YELLOW - Permit Issue Point
1. APPLICATION (by Performer / Permit Applicant) Name
Exact Location
Original Associated Work
Post
Worksite
Permit No.
Contractor/Dept
Equipment
Work Continuing
1
Date
on Permit No.
2
Signed
3
2. REASON FOR ISOLATION (by Performer / Permit Applicant)
3. DETAILS OF ISOLATION (To be completed by the Affected Area Responsible) VALVE/LINE No.
OPEN
SHUT
SPADE
4. ISOLATION
TAG LABEL No.
OTHER DETAILS: (Attach Drawing if required)
De-Isolation Requested by:
Name
Position Time
Name Date
Signed
Name
Position Time
Date
De-Isolation does not affect other work and is Complete and Proved.
Isolation Complete and Proved:
Signed
D/CONN
5. DE-ISOLATION
Isolation Authorised by:
Signed
BLIND
Position Time
Name Date
6. EXTENDED PERIOD ISOLATION
Signed
Position Time
Date
This section to be completed when this Certificate remains in force without an associated Permit.
Reason for EPI: EPI ON. Cancelled Permit No.
EPI OFF. New Permit No.
Isolation transferred to EPI and recorded at Permit Issue Point
EPI transferred to Isolation and recorded at Permit Issue Poi
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CONFINED SPACE ENTRY CERTIFICATE
Num ber: Date:
WHITE - w orksite ; YELLOW - Affected Area Responsible (Permit Rack)
1. APLICATION (by Performer) Name:
Location:………………………………..
Associated w ork permits :
Function
Worksite:………………………….. Equipment / Space to be entered
Cold Work Permit No.
Contractor
Hot Work Permit No:
Signature to be checked by Affected Area Responsible and/or Approver)
2. SAFETY PRECAUTION (by Performer)
Required YES NO
Checked
The above equipment has been isolated from all source of dangerous liquids, gases and fumes by insertion of spades or by removing a section of pipew ork and blanking open ends of the circuit ………… Equipment has been isolated from all sources of electrical and mechanical energy Isolation Certificates are attached Mechanical Electrical Equipment freed of all dangerous materials. All flushing/inert gas purging complete, all liquids drained out Equipment surrounding area checked and safe from hazards arising from other w ork/operations Life lines, breathing apparatus and resuscitation equipment available Adequate access and escape routes are provided Procedures and rescue plans established and discussed w ith the Performer, personnel entering confined space and standby personnel Standby personnel appointed Name(s): Natural ventilaton Mechanical ventilation Ex equipment Safety harness Breathing apparatus w ith external input Independent Breathing apparatus Periodic gas testing Perform er Nam e (in capital letters) _______________________________________ Function __________________________ Signature :
Date :___________________
Hour :_________
3. TESTING THE ATMOSPHERE IN THE CONFINED SPACE Repetition the initial test (as required or compulsory if stays more than 1 ore inside confined space)
Results of initial gas test Gas Oxygen % %LEL methan H2S (ppm) Other
Lim its 20-21% VOL 0% LEL for HOT WORK 4% LEL for COLD WORK WITHOUT BA 10% LEL for COLD WORK WEARING BA 10 ppm
Results % % % % ppm
I have tested this space for the above gases, w ith the results show n above Gas Tester Nam e (capital letters) __________________________ Date :______________________
Signature :
Time ___________________
4. AUTHORISATION TO ENTER CONFINED SPACE
(by Approver & Affected Area Responsible)
I certify that the above measures and results indicate that the Confined Space is safe for entering and the intervals specified on the Permit To Work associated w ith this Certificate are covered This Certificate is valid until: Date: Time: Approver Name
Signature:
Date :
Time :
Affected Area Responsible Name
Signature:
Date
Time
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EXCAVATION/DIGGING CERTIFICATE
Date: WHITE - worksite ; YELLOW - Affected Area Responsible (Permit Issue Point) 1. DESCRIPTION OF TASK (by Performer) Location:…………………………… Associated work Name: ….. permits : Position
Worksite:………………………….. Equipment used:
Cold Work Permit No. Contractor manual Hot Work Permit No: altele Signature Details of excavation/digging: (Limits of excavation/digging to be shown on as-built drawings attached to this Certificate) mecanic
Details of existing underground services within or near excavation area: pipe cables uneveness lines others: attached drawings of the underground utilities (if available) SAFETY PRECAUTIONS (by Affected Area responsible) √ Cable detector to be used over proposed route Pilot trenches to be hand dug to locate services
OTHER (list here):
Excavation may be carried out by mechanical means after pilot trenches are completed, but no closer than 1m from the service Shore-up (stabilize) the excavation walls Remove the excavated land away from the site Gas testing during work Other underground services users announced 4. AUTHORISATION FOR EXCAVATING / DIGGING This Certificate is valid until:
Date:
Approv er Name
Signature:
Time :
Signature:
Time
Affected Area Responsible Name
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RADIOGRAPHY CERTIFICATE
Date:
WHITE - worksite ; YELLOW - Affected Area Responsible (Permit Issue Point) 1. DESCRIPTION OF TASK (by Performer) Name: Associated certificates and work permits : Location:……………………………….. Position
Worksite:………………………….. Start time Date Time
Contractor Finish time Date Time Signature 2. EQUIPMENT AND PERSONNEL REQUIREMENTS (to be checked by Permit Approver) Radiological Safety Responsible: Name CNCAN License No Equipment used Type Survey dosimeter Type Individual survey dosimeter Type Performing personnel Valid authorizations For gamma source: radionuclide, activity,date of measurement:
Phone no Validity S/N S/N S/N
Calibration date Calibration date YES
NO
Communication means between team members: Radiological protection means for personnel and population 3. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS No work shall be conducted, or equipment brought to the work area, until the work area has been inspected and a permit has been issued. Operations shall be restricted to a designated controlled area, physically delineated in a clear and obvious way (cordoned off), and under continuous surveillance during an exposure. Warning signs containing the standard Radiation trefoil must be present. At least two radiographers or one radiographer and one radiographer’s assistant must carry out the work. Each radiographer and radiographer’s assistant must be equipped with a survey meter and digital dosimeter. After each exposure, a survey must be done to determine that the sealed source has returned to its shielded position in the case of a gamma source or, for the case of an x-ray producing unit, that the beam is actually turned off For the case of a gamma source unit, the entire circumference of the device must be surveyed as well as the entire length of the guide tube. At no time a gamma source unit or an x-ray producing unit is to be left unattended on Petrom premises or within any premise under Petrom’s scope of work. The gamma source unit is to be outfitted with: a warning label indicating that hazardous gamma rays are emitted when in operation, a warning label prohibiting unauthorized use, the radiation trefoil, a key switch to prevent unauthorized use, separate warning lights to indicate when the machine is energized and when gamma-rays are produced, a timer to control gamma-ray duration For the case of an x-ray producing unit, the tube assembly must remain stable during operation The control panel of an x-ray unit is to be outfitted with: a warning label indicating that hazardous x-rays are emitted when in operation, a warning label prohibiting unauthorized use, the radiation trefoil, a key switch to prevent unauthorized use, separate warning lights to indicate when the machine is energized and when x-rays are produced, a timer to control x-ray duration or switch requiring continuous pressure to control x-rays Each day that the equipment is to be used visual and operability checks must be performed on: survey meters, radiation exposure devices and radiation producing machines, transport and storage containers, all associated equipment, sources verified to be adequately shielded, required labelling is present on all equipment and on the boundary In case of an emergency, the Safetz Radiological responsible and Petrom Representative (Approver, Affected Area Responsible etc) must be immediately informed An emergency kit must be available, including, but not limited to, a high range survey instrument, a first aid kit, a portable communications radio, appropriate shielding, tongs at least 1.5 m long, hand tools, radiation warning labels and signs and plastic No hot work is permitted near radioactive sources. In addition to the conditions specified for this permit, all national regulations regarding industrial radiology must be adhered to at all times I confirm the above safety precautions are in place while work is performed 4. AUTHORISATION FOR RADIOGRAPHY This Certificate is valid until: Approver Name Affected Area Responsible Name
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GAS TEST RECORD No.
Date
Associated Permit no
Location Worksite Equipment I request a gas test for the above mentioned equipment or location
Name
Date
Time
Sign
TEST FREQUENCY AND RESULTS DATE
TIME
Gas Oxygen %
% LEL
%O2
Gas Tester Name
Sign
Lim its 20-21% VOL
BA- Breathing Apparatus
0% LEL for HOT WORK %LEL methan
H2S
4% LEL for COLD WORK WITHOUT BA 10% LEL for COLD WORK WEARING BA
H2S (ppm)
10 ppm
GAS TESTING TO BE REPEATED EVERYTIME THE WORKSITE IS VACATED PERFORMER I accept the gas test report findings and accept the environment is safe for work to commence
Name
Date
Time
Sign
Time
Sign
AFFECTED AREA RESPONSIBLE I agree the environment is safe for work to commence
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Assessment Team: Approved by: RESIDUAL RISK
Current and Planned Barriers to reduce Likelihood
Current and Planned Recovery Measures to reduce Severity
Risk Level
Population Affected
Risk Level
Loss Category/
CONTROL MEASURES List all Current and Planned Control Measures, taking into Account all Contributing and Escalating Factors
Severity
INITIAL RISK
Severity
Activity Steps
Hazard Description and Worst Case Consequences with no Barriers or Recovery Measures in Place
Likelihood
HAZARD
Likelihood
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Categories: Personnel Automotive Environment Assets Process Reputation Security
Performer has to fill in this JSA and Approver or Affected Area Responsible must verify it ; the JSA has to be accepted only if all are convinced that the correct risk assessment and barriers are in place for the specific activity. Once Permit to work signed for acceptance, Performer confirms that all the barriers identified in the associated JSA will be in place and applied.
1.5.
Sections of the JSA
The following can be used as a guideline for develop the key sections of the JSA:
Work Description (by Performer)
This section provides brief information on the work content.
Hazard assessment
The List of Hazards that may be encountered during the work.
Health Risk Assessment
A Health Risk Assessment (HRA) shall be included in the JSA. A separate HRA form is not required.
Actions by Affected Area Responsible
The actions (for example isolations) that the Affected Area Responsible must carry out before work can start.
Actions by Performer
The actions that the Performer must carry out, separated into: – Personal Protective Equipment, – Preparation activities – Precautions during the work.
YES
A JSA is required if for any of the following questions where the answer is
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System / Equipment Area Does it involves working at heights? Does the system/ equipment contain hydrocarbons? Does the system/equipment contain toxic gas or asphyxiating gas? Does the system/equipment contain a corrosive fluid? Does the system/equipment contain high pressure fluids or gases? Is high voltage electricity involved? Does the work involve complex or heavy lifting operations? Is the job to take place in a confined space? Does the job involve exposure to high or low temperatures? Work Content Is it a low frequency job or job that has never been done before? Have there been previous incidents when performing similar work? Is there a single valve isolation system? Does work involve or create sources of ignition within a hazardous area? Does the work involve multiple professional disciplines or a large group of people? Does the work conflict with platform standing instructions? Does the job involve working outwards platform handrails instead of using a properly approved scaffold? Is the job sensitive to climatic conditions (wind, heat, cold, daylight, lightening, etc.)? Is the work to be done in a remote location? Additional factors Does the work affect escape and evacuation routes or systems? Will the job inhibit a safety system?
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PTW System practical Guide
A) Generally, the following main steps are to be applied : 1. ASSET / SECTOR management has to communicate to PERFORMER the Permit Issue Point location where they have to apply for it, together with the description of work to be done (recommendation is : via Work Order) 2. PERFORMER applies for Permit, initiates JSA and goes/sends them to APPROVER after the boxes no. 1 to 3 of the PTW were filled in 3. APPROVER identifies the hazards for the worksite / the specific work, assesses the risks, verifies if the mitigation measures are in place and assures that the work site is prepared under supervision of AFFECTED AREA RESPONSIBLE (Certificates issued, gas tested, if needed) 4. APPROVER verifies the PTW, attached JSA and Certificates and signs (approves) it. The PTW will receive an number from the Unique register and a copy will be visibly posted at the Permit Issue Point (all the valid Permits should be posted there) 5. PERFORMER takes over the site after checking the site condition (gas tests, isolations, etc., if needed), accompanied by AFFECTED AREA RESPONSIBLE (AAR) 6. AAR signs the PTW for validation 7. PERFORMER signs the PTW for acceptance. A PTW copy will be posted on work site, together with all certificates. 8. PERFORMER informs the working team about PTW, JSA requirements and starts the work 9. After work completion, the copies of the permit and any additional Certificate shall be gathered and returned to the APPROVER. The copies must be signed off by the PERFORMER and the AFFECTED AREA RESPONSIBLE to indicate completion, subject to worksite inspection. 10. For the case of work suspension everyone involved will act as it is described below B) Permit Issue Point The Permit Issue Points must be clearly listed by the Sector Manager/Offshore Installation Manager/ Facilities (outside Sector responsibilities) Manager (their deputies).
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The number and locations of Permit Issue Points are at his discretion, but must ensure an appropriate efficiency of running this PTW system within the Sector by : the effectiveness and easiness of obtaining the PTW forms by any Performer, of obtaining the necessary approvals at any time, the real possibility of checking the work sites by the involved persons etc). It is recommended that display equipment to be provided at each Permit Issue Point. This equipment consists of a Permit Location and Isolation Board and a Permit Rack. The person nominated as potential Approver / Affected Area Responsible must ensure that the Permit and Isolation Displays are kept up to date to show the current work in the Area he is responsible for. The information available on the displays at the Permit Issue Points must show : a. current maintenance and engineering work in the area, so that conflict between activities can be avoided b. equipment which is isolated, and not available for operational use c.
isolation boundaries around equipment which is being worked on, which must be kept secure to avoid damage to equipment and injury to personnel
The Display is made up of two main elements:
The Permit Rack.
The Permit Location Board and Isolation Display.
The Permit Rack is a rack into which Permits and Isolation Certificates can be placed. It is divided into vertical sections to separate Permits for different sites (areas). These vertical sections are divided horizontally to separate Permits at each different status, as follows: a)
Planned / Authorised
b) c)
Validated: Suspended:
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Extended Period Isolations:
Permits which have been : - filled by Performer but not yet Authorized , or / - Authorised, but have not yet been Validated for work to start. All Permits for which work is actually in progress. Permits for which work has started but is not currently in progress and has yet to be finished. Permits which have been Cancelled, but the Isolation is retained for a justified reason
NOTE : In an exceptional case when a Permit Rack can’t be used, similar folders organizers must be used. In this case, the Approvers must ensure an easy access to the folders of any interested person, for a correct and effective information.
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Permit Location Board and Isolation Display is a large plan of a plant/unit/facility showing all possible locations for work, together with outlines of hazardous areas and major items of equipment. It also has boxes to indicate work in areas from outside and on connected wells. Wherever possible, the Board should be attached to the wall of the Permit Issue Point location so that the orientation of the Board and the plant are the same. Permit Work and Isolations are marked up on this Board as follows: PERMIT WORK : The locations of the worksites are shown with coloured magnetic markers indicating the Class of the Permit: RED – Hot Work Permits BLUE – Cold Work Permits ISOLATIONS : when an equipment is isolated, a red coloured peg is to be inserted in the drawing of that equipment on the Permit Location Board. A label hung from the peg will show the Permit/Isolation certificate number. Where there is more than one isolation on an equipment, additional labels will be added. For well isolations, a red peg in the well box with the well number indicated will show which wells are isolated. If an isolation becomes an Extended Period Isolation, the red peg is to be replaced by a green one. Markers are also provided to show where Fire and Gas Detection Systems are isolated/inhibited for maintenance work Appropriate Hazardous Zone Identification Drawings are recommended to be kept at each Work Permit Issue Point. C) Permit files Files of a Permit have different colour, as follows: – – –
Original 1st Copy 2nd Copy
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WHITE YELLOW GREEN
- Worksite Copy - Permit issue Point (Rack) Copy - Approver’s Copy
An unique registration number will be given in the Unique Work Permits Register (Annex 15) and written on the permit.
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The Permit form is divided into Boxes which cover the following parts of the life cycle of the Permit: Box No
Function of Box
To be filled out by:
1* 2* 3* 4a 4b** 5a 5b 5c 6a 6b
APPLICATION and Work Description Certificates attached to the Permit Gas Testing Requirements AUTHORISATION of the Permit AUTHORISATION of the Permit VALIDATION of the Permit ACCEPTANCE of the Permit SUSPENSION of the Permit CLOSURE CLOSURE
Performer Performer Performer Approver Civil Fire Brigade Affected Area Responsible Performer Performer Performer Affected Area Responsible * - Evidences of information filled in these boxes to be checked by Approver, in case of Hot Works also by Fire Civil Brigade, and approved as suitable by signing box 4a, respectively 4b for Hot Works ** - For Hot Work Permit only For each activity involving hot work, it is mandatory to nominate at least one competent person as Fire Watchman. He must be aware of his responsibility and know the obligations he has during hot work operations. He must be trained on basic knowledge of fire fighting by a certified person or authority The fire watchman shall have at least one adequate fire-extinguisher (type and capacity appropriate for the scope of work) and must know the location of the nearest firefighting equipment. The fire watchman shall remain at the location of the hot work activity throughout the works and shall permanently check the adjacent area in order to make sure that the sparks produced during the works do not produce the ignition of combustible material and do not affect any other equipment in the area. If the Performer has no capability to assign this task to a member of the working team, the Approver must designate one person acting as fire watchman in the area where hot work activities take place.
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Work Finished?
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Carry Out Work
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4.16.1
Applying for a Permit - Boxes 1 to 3
4.16.1.1
Obtaining and Filling in Permit Forms
Departments/Contractors who apply for Permits will obtain the appropriate forms from Permit Issuing Points. The Permit is divided into sections, called “boxes” in this Procedure. Where any box on a Permit form is not used, it shall have a line drawn through it. Boxes must not be left blank. Do not write information outside these boxes. There are a number of tick boxes on the Permit (e.g. Haz Zone 0 ) to indicate area classification, gas test options etc. These are to be ticked with clear ticks when required. Permits must be completed in ball-point pen, to ensure that all copies of the Permit can be read easily. Pencil must not be used. NO changes to the wording on a Permit are allowed. If changes are required, a new Permit must be raised. The only exception is correcting small mistakes, where the mistake is crossed out and the change initialled by the Performer and Approver. Additions to the work scope are NOT ALLOWED under any circumstances. If an addition to the work scope is required, a new Permit is to be raised. It is at the Approver’s discretion whether an additional period of time is required before he authorises the new Permit and whether the additional work scope requires an additional site visit. 4.16.1.2
Box 1 - Application and Work Description
Performer Details The Performer can be the supervisor, the representative, or the chief of the team doing the work, or can be the single worker who performs the job. He is the one who pass through the permit application process. The Performer will fill in the Boxes 1-3 of the Permit by entering the following information into the appropriate boxes: Application and Work Description In Box 1 of the Permit, write: the location of the Work (e.g. “Compressor Station….”), the Worksite (the exact place in the Facility where the work is to be done; e.g. “Compressor no….”) and the exact equipment which is subject of the work (e.g. “Inlet valve on cylinder no…..”). In case the work is to be done outside the boundaries of a facility (eg: work on pipelines PE-O-HS-STD-001-02-E Revision: 02
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between facilities or between well and park, or works at well sites), the Location will be the name of the facility to whom the worksite belongs, or the downstream facility performer’s Name and signature for Contractors, the name of the Company the number of the Work Order ; this is very important, as it is used to link the permit to the daily working schedule the Hazardous Area Classification of the worksite (advice from the Approver/ Affected Area Responsible) whether the work involves working with naturally occurring radioactive materials (NORM) or in a NORM Restricted Area whether the work is in an H2S Facility (advice from the Affected Area Responsible) ; and, if known, the PPM (parts per million) figure of the maximum expected level the planned time for the work including preparation whether vehicle access to a Process Facility will be required the type of the area where the work is to be done The numbers of any Permits for other parts of the work (in the Associated Permit Numbers box). This will include any previous Permit for the work. a precise description of the work to be done, including the equipment to be worked on and tools to be used any special equipment to be used, especially if it may introduce a hazard the appointed fire watchman for the Hot Works ; this person must accept the task by signing and filling the date and time ; if the Performer cannot appoint one, the Approver must appoint a competent person In case of Hot Works, two more sets of information shall be provided:
measures to be taken by the Performer measures to be taken by the Affected Area Responsible
The Work Description must include enough information to allow Approvers to identify the hazards involved in the work and the Precautions necessary to control them. NOTE : General description of the work will not be accepted (eg: Compressor repair”, or Well. roll-out”). The description must highlight the direct and effective intervention over the above mentioned equipment (Check inlet valve on cilinder no.”, or Replace coupling between driving engine and centrifugal pump..”) A single Permit must not be used for a sequence of separate equipment where each equipment will be shut down, worked on and put back into service whilst the other equipment remain in service. This is to avoid confusion over isolations. The only exception allowed is work on electrical or electronic systems, such as lighting, which can be isolated and worked on in sequence. PE-O-HS-STD-001-02-E Revision: 02
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NOTE : When a Permit is written for fault finding, it is important that the work description does not allow the work party to proceed with repair activities without the risks involved being assessed. The work description shall include: A description of the fault to be investigated. A description of the types of fault finding work that may be done. The point at which work should stop, so that a further Permit for the repair can be raised. 4.16.1.3
Box 2 – Certificates
The Performer shall attach the following certificates/documents to the Permits if they are required: Mechanical Isolation Electrical Isolation Confined Space Entry Excavation Additional Gas Test record Radiography Lifting Plans The Performer shall tick the “√” column to show which Certificates are attached and, then, write the number of each certificate in the ‘Certificate Number(s)’ column. NOTE : If more than one Permit is to be worked on within the same isolation boundary, the isolation for each permit is to be recorded separately on its Isolation Certificate. This will minimise the risk of an isolation being removed before all work is complete.
4.16.1.4
Box 3 - Gas Testing Requirements
A Gas Test is required whenever: Hot Work is to be done in an area where hydrocarbons or other flammable gases/vapours may be present. Entry is to be made into a Vessel or other Confined Space. Work is at a place where toxic gases/vapours may be present. When a Gas Test is required, the Affected Area Responsible is to: Tick the gases to be tested for. Indicate the tests frequency, how often the test is to be repeated.
State if continuous monitoring for gas is required during the work.
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NOTE : The requests regarding gas testing will be checked by the Approver. The Gas Test Results will be recorded separate in the Gas Test Record form (for Confined Space Entry will be recorded in the respective Certificate). 4.16.2 Authorisation and Co-ordination – Box 4 4.16.2.1
Box 4a and 4b - Authorizing the Permit
When Boxes 1-3 of the Permit have been filled in, the Performer is to take the Permit and Certificates to the appropriate Approver for Authorisation. NOTE : Approvers require notice of a Permit to allow time to discuss the work and, for higher risk work, for examination of the worksite. For this reason, a good work planning is required (it is recommended that the work schedule to be prepared one day in advance). The Approver may allow shorter notice periods for essential unplanned work. Before Authorising the Permit, the Approver must check that:
The Permit received an unique number. All necessary information has been written in Boxes 1-3, and that the information can be understood easily. The Task Description is correct and sufficient for the work to be done. A JSA is attached and identifies all hazards that may affect the work, and the controls required to ensure that the work can be done safely. Extremely precautions must be taken in case of Hot Work The Isolations required have been identified in conjunction with the competent personnel (Affected Area Responsible and/or Authorised Electrical Person) and, where necessary, the Performer, and have been written on the Isolation Certificate The need for any Isolation or other Certificates has been identified, and they have been attached to the Permit, with their numbers written in the Permit. Any gas testing requirements have been listed in Box 3 and are correct for the types of gas releases that might occur during the work. Measures taken by both performer and Affected Area Responsible are appropriate and comply with the controls required by JSA
If additional Preparations or Precautions are required, the Approver is to add them to the JSA and ensure they are agreed with the Performer. If too many changes are needed to a Permit or other documents required for the work, the Approver may reject the Permit, and ask for a new one to be written. The Performer should be informed of what was wrong with the first Permit. PE-O-HS-STD-001-02-E Revision: 02
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For Hot Work Permits, the Approver may consider to examine the worksite, normally with the Performer, to ensure the work is fully described on the Permit and that all safety aspects have been considered. For Cold Work Permits the Approver need not examine the worksite unless he considers this necessary. Once he is satisfied that the Permit is correctly written for the work, the Approver is to set an Authorisation period for the Permit and to fill the box 4 (for cold work permits), respectively 4a (for hot work permits). The Approver is then to write his name and position, and sign and date Box 4. In case of Hot Works, the Performer is to take the Permit and Certificates to the appropriate Civil Fire Brigade for Authorisation. The Authorisation process is identical as described above. For Hot Work permits, the Approver will fill and sign box 4a, the Civil Fire Brigade will fill and sign box 4b. Both authorisations are mandatory. Once a Permit has been Authorised by the Approver, the only changes that can be made to it are the addition of new controls to the JSA. These changes are only to be made by the Approver or the Affected Area Responsible. Deletion of controls is not allowed. If any changes to controls are made, the Performer is to be informed. The Performer is then responsible for ensuring that the rest of the work team, or himself, is fully briefed on the work content, precautions required and the requirements of the JSA. NOTE : NO ONE MAY AUTHORISE A PERMIT FOR WORK THAT THEY WILL DO THEMSELVES 4.16.2.2
Safety Co-ordination by Approver
The total workload at each location will be reviewed at the daily planning meeting for the Sector. This shall identify and eliminate any possible conflict situations. However, it is most important that the Approver looks in detail at the Permit requests for the following day, and eliminates any safety confliction situation. Each day the Approver is to review the work for each location for the following day, using:
The daily working schedule
Permits for any additional work that is urgently required.
Lists from Performers showing which Permits have not been completed and will be required the following day.
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The Approver is to identify any potential conflicts between activities, and decide which Permits may be validated for work the following day. The Approver is to re-check the list of Validated Permits for each location before start of work on the following day, in that situation when the planning process allows the preparation of the works and, respectively, the issuing, authorisation and validation in advance of the respective permits Hot Work Permits in a Hazardous Area will only be validated if the Affected Area Responsible will remain at the worksite when work is underway. There will be a further check for confliction situations by the Affected Area Responsible, when Permits are validated. (See section 4.16.4) 4.16.3 Briefing of the Performer (work party)
When the Permit is Authorised, it is returned to the Performer. If a working team is considered to be the Performer, its representative (chief) must then brief the rest of the working team on the work and hazards, and how these will be controlled, using the JSA. The Performer is then to take the Permit, Certificates and JSA to the Affected Area Responsible for Validation, after any necessary Isolations. It is essential that the Performer brief the Affected Area Responsible on the scope of the work that is to take place. The Affected Area Responsible is to be absolutely certain of the scope of the work before allowing any work to commence See more details on section 4.16.7 “Briefing the Work Party (working team) – the Toolbox Talk”
4.16.4 Co-ordination and Validation - Boxes 5a
Permits must be Validated by the Affected Area Responsible, before work can start. Before Validating a Permit, the Affected Area Responsible must carry out a check for safety conflicts which may occur between activities. To do this he must:
Check that there are no other conflicting activities, which may be operational, covered by other Permits, or covered by Handover Certificates etc.
Mark the location of the work on the Permit Location Board.
When the Affected Area Responsible is sure that the work will not cause a conflict, he is to convince himself that the worksite is safe for the work. To do this, he must:
Do any preparations, for which he is responsible and competent, required by the JSA to make the worksite safe for work to start.
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If an isolation is required and has not already been completed, do the Isolation, and complete the Isolation Certificate/Box 2 of the Permit as appropriate.
If a Gas Test is required, do this immediately prior to Validation of the Permit, with results recorded in Gas Test Record form.
Ensure that the Performer understands the work and the precautions which are required.
When satisfied that it is safe for work to start, the Affected Area Responsible is to Validate the Permit. Hot Work Permits should only be Validated if the Affected Area Responsible will remain in the area of the work when work is underway. 4.16.5 Acceptance by the Performer - Box 5b
When satisfied that the worksite is safe, the Performer is to sign Box 5b of the Permit in the presence of the Affected Area Responsible. NOTE : The Performer cannot be the same person with Affected Area Responsible The Performer has the right to refuse to sign the Permit Acceptance until he is satisfied that the worksite is safe. By signing the Permit the Performer is agreeing to the following:
That he fully understands the work and precautions.
That all members of the work party are fully briefed.
That the JSA will be complied with, by understanding and applying of the control measures proposed by himself, but also the acceptance and applying the supplementary control measures, proposed by the Approver or the Affected Area Responsible, whichever the Performer is responsible and competent to apply.
NOTE : The control measures for which the Performer is not responsible and/or competent to apply (egg: electrical isolation, free access-evacuation ways, initial gas detection etc) must be applied by the Affected Area Responsible and the Performer must ensure they were applied. All considered measures must be filled in the JSA and/or the Permit
That the Permit will always be displayed at the worksite when work is in progress.
That no work will be done unless the Affected Area Responsible has validated the Permit.
That the worksite will be left in a safe condition on completion or suspension of work.
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The Performer’s Permit acceptance signature must appear on both the Worksite and Permit Rack copies of the Permit. This means that:
When work is in a facility, the Affected Area Responsible shall put the Worksite and Permit Rack copies (white and yellow) of the Permit together for the Performer to sign.
Where the worksite is remote from the Permit Issue Point, and a worksite examination before work starts is required, the Affected Area Responsible is to take the Worksite and Permit Rack copies (white and yellow) of the Permit to the worksite where the Performer can sign them.
Where the worksite is remote from the Permit Issue Point, and a worksite examination before work starts is NOT required, the Performer is to sign the YELLOW copy of the Permit before leaving the Permit Issue Point, to indicate that he intends to start work. He is to sign the worksite copy (WHITE) of the Permit at the worksite, when he is convinced that it is safe for work to start The Affected Area Responsible’s verbal approval is to be obtained before one Performer hands over responsibility for a Valid Permit to another Performer. The new Performer is to accept the Permit requirements by signing the next line in box 5b. When remote sites are involved, the new Performer is to contact the Affected Area Responsible for verbal approval and sign the worksite copy (white), the Affected Area Responsible is then to write the name of the new Performer in box 5b of the Permit Rack copy (yellow). During the handover briefing, the outgoing Performer shall brief the new Performer on the topics suggested in Section 4.16.7 (briefing of the work party). No work can take place under the Permit until: – The Permit has been Validated. – The Performer has signed to accept it. – The Permit is displayed at the Worksite. 4.16.6 Actions after Validation
When the Permit has been signed by both the Affected Area Responsible and Performer, the top copy (WHITE, worksite) should be given to the Performer, together with the correspondent copy (WHITE, worksite) of any associated Certificates. The Performer is responsible for ensuring that the Permit and JSA are placed in a protective wallet, displayed in a safe position at the Worksite where it can be seen clearly, and is kept there whilst work is being done. NOTE : No work is to be done unless a validated Permit is clearly displayed at the worksite. Work may now start, following briefing of the workforce (see Section 4.16.7 below).
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The Affected Area Responsible is to place the YELLOW copy of the Permit, together with all copies of any associated Certificates in the VALIDATED section of the Permit Rack. 4.16.7 Briefing the Work Party (working team) – the Toolbox Talk
Toolbox talks are short briefings given by the Performer to all who are involved in the work controlled by a permit. These briefings are given before the work commences and during the work time, as is necessary. The Performer is to ensure that himself and/or the work team is fully aware of the Work Content and Precautions to be taken.
Toolbox Talks are given for: – All non-routine jobs. – Routine jobs when personnel are unfamiliar with the location or the tasks to be undertaken. – In cases where personnel may have difficulty reading or understanding the Permit, or Certificate, or safety conditions associated with a job.
Toolbox talks: – Discuss the hazards of the job. – Explain the plan for the activity – Identify individual responsibilities – Review the procedures to be used during the work.
Topics that are covered by Toolbox Talks include: – – – – – – – – – – – – –
The work to be undertaken. The work plan and work safe methods to be used to do the work safely. What individuals in the work party will actually be doing during the completion of the work. Particular skills of individuals involved. Access and Evacuation procedure refreshers. The work environment and any particular hazards that have controls. The work description of the Permit. The JSA precautions, protection and Worksite preparations. The equipment involved. The materials to be used. Any isolations which need to take place. Any potential conflicting activities. Questions from personnel.
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4.16.8 Supervision of the Work
Throughout the work, the Performer is responsible for ensuring that all members of the work team comply with the requirements of the Permit. The Performer must remain at, or in close visual contact with the worksite at all times. Note that the JSA is the most useful tool to ensure work is carried out safely at the work location. It needs to be applied diligently at every stage of the job. 4.16.9 Gas Test Record
Gas Testing and Monitoring are to be done as required by Box 3 of the Permit. Any Authorised Gas Tester may carry out gas tests required during the day. The results of the Gas Test are to be recorded in the Gas Test Record form, except for Confined Space results, which are to be recorded on the Confined Space Entry Certificate. Gas Tests are to be done before work starts, and at the frequency stated on the Permit. An extra test is required before work re-starts, if the worksite is left unattended for more than one hour. In addition to Gas Testing, continuous monitoring may be required. This will have been specified in Box 3 of the Permit. A Performer may supervise work for which continuous gas monitoring is required without being licensed as a Gas Tester. He must, however, have been trained in the use of the gas detector. If gas or other hazardous atmosphere is found at any stage, work must stop. The Permit is to be suspended as described in Section 4.16.10, below. The Approver must be informed immediately.
4.16.10 Suspension of Work - Box 5c
4.16.10.1 Reason for Suspension A Permit must be suspended if any one of the following occurs:
A) An unsafe situation develops which requires the work to be stopped, for example: A Reportable Incident occurs during the work. A Gas or Oil leak occurs near the work. Anyone suspects that an unsafe situation exists. In this case he has the Authority and Responsibility to stop the work. B) The work is delayed or interrupted for more than 8 hours, for any reason. C) The Authorisation or Validation period expires. D) The work needs to be stopped to allow conflicting work of a higher priority to proceed. In this case the Performer is to be instructed to stop work by the PE-O-HS-STD-001-02-E Revision: 02
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Approver/Affected Area Responsible and is to be informed of the reasons. It is the responsibility of the Affected Area Responsible to ensure that it is safe to stop work and leave the Worksite in its current condition. E) The equipment is to be de-isolated so that it can be tested after being worked on. 4.16.10.2 Box 5c - Permit Suspension NOTE : This box to be filled in exceptional situation ONLY. When a Permit is to be suspended, the Performer is to take the following actions:
Check that the Worksite and equipment affected by the work have been left in a safe condition.
Sign Box 5c of the WHITE copy of the Permit to confirm that work has been suspended.
Take the Permit to the Permit Issue Point, sign the YELLOW copy and give it to the Affected Area Responsible who will keep it there until ready to re-start work.
If work is not complete, but cannot re-start until after the Permit Authorisation period has expired, the Permit is to be Closed by Affected Area Responsible, by signing it off in Box 6b - “Work Not Completed”. Isolations may be retained under the Extended Period Isolation procedure described in Section 4.18.11. It is not necessary/mandatory to suspend a Permit before it is Closed. Once a Permit has been SUSPENDED no work covered by that Permit may be done until the Permit has been Re-Validated as described in Section 4.16.12, below. Worksite and Permit Issue Point copies of all suspended Permits are to be kept in the SUSPENDED section of the Permit Rack. 4.16.10.3 Stoppage and Re-Starting of Work following an Alarm in a Facility Stopping Work In the event of an emergency situations, or alarm, at the worksite, all PTW in effect are to be considered as no longer validated, All work is to stop immediately in such situations in any facility. Each Performer is to ensure that his worksites have been left in a safe condition, without endangering the lives of personnel, and is then to evacuate the site as quickly as possible.
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If the unplanned stoppage of work may cause a dangerous condition, the work party is to take the emergency actions stated on the JSA. Re-Starting Work If the Alarm was not caused by an actual alarm condition, the Affected Area Responsible may verbally re-authorise each Performer to re-start work once the all clear signal is given.
Where the Alarm was caused by an actual alarm condition, the Affected Area Responsible must revalidate all permits. A further Worksite examination is required if the problem which caused the alarm could have changed conditions at the worksite.
If conditions changed and the precautions are no longer correct or appropriate, the permit must be closed by the Affected Area Responsible and a new permit to be issued 4.16.11 Changeover of Personnel
4.16.11.1 Changeover of Affected Area Responsible During Validation Period of Permit When a new Affected Area Responsible takes over (on shift changing, or in other situations) he must re-validate all Permits in his area. For those within his facility and the immediate area, he will visit the sites and sign both copies in Box 5a. For Permits at remote locations he will sign the YELLOW copy at the Issue Point when he takes over and the worksite copy (WHITE) when is returned. 4.16.11.2 Change over of Performer
Within a Process Facility, the new Performer must obtain the Affected Area Responsible verbal approval to change and sign Box 5b of both copies (WHITE and YELLOW) of the permit. At remote locations, where he is unable to contact the Affected Area Responsible, he must sign the worksite copy (WHITE) when he takes over and the YELLOW copy when he returns to the Permit Issue Point. The outgoing Performer is not to leave the worksite until he has fully briefed the new Performer and the new Performer has signed to accept the Permit in his presence.
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4.16.12
Permit Re-validation - Boxes 5a & 5b The Re-validation process is exactly the same as the Validation and acceptance process described in Sections 4.16.4 & 4.16.5, although the requirement for worksite inspections may differ If the Affected Area Responsible changes during the work period the new Affected Area Responsible is to Re-Validate all Permits in his area. This is done by signing ALL the YELLOW copies at the Permit Issue Point. For Hot Work Permits he must examine the worksites and sign the Worksite Copy of each Permit. For Cold Work Permits the Worksite Copy is to be signed by the new Affected Area Responsible on the return of the Worksite Copy to the Permit Issue Point. After Re-validation of the Permit, the Performer is to satisfy himself that the Worksite is safe, and sign Box 5b to accept the Permit. Once all spaces for Re-validation have been used, a new Permit is required.
4.16.13 Permit Closure – Boxes 6a) and 6b)
4.16.13.1 Requirements for Closure A Permit is to be closed when any of the following occur:
The Work is complete.
The Work has not been completed, but a new Permit is required.
The Permit has reached the end of its Authorisation Period.
The Work is to be suspended until a date after the Permit Authorisation Period, e.g. when spares will be required to repair an item of equipment.
The Work to be done is found to be different from the Work Description on the Permit - a new Permit must then be obtained for the work.
4.16.13.2 Boxes 6 a) and 6 b) Box 6a PERMIT RETURN BY PERFORMER Box 6a is to be used when the Work has been COMPLETED. Box 6a is also to be used when the Work has NOT BEEN COMPLETED, but a new Permit is required. (e.g. because the work will continue past the authorisation dates on the Permit, or the work to be done is found to be different from the Work Description on the Permit).
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Box 6a of the WHITE and YELLOW copies of the Permit is to be signed by the Performer if the work is complete, to confirm that the work has been properly done. Box 6a of the WHITE and YELLOW copies of the Permit is to be signed by the Performer if the work has stopped, but is not complete. A signature in the box confirms that the worksite has been left in a clean and safe condition, with all tools and equipment removed. When Box 6a has been signed, no further work may take place under that Permit. Box 6b PERMIT CLOSURE BY AFFECTED AREA RESPONSIBLE Box 6b is to be used where:
the Permit has reached the end of its Authorisation Period.
the Work is to be suspended until a date after the Permit Authorisation Period.
Where the work is in a Process Facility, the Affected Area Responsible shall do a Worksite inspection and sign in Box 6b, to ensure the Worksite has been left in a clean and safe condition. When he is satisfied that the Worksite has been left in a safe condition the Affected Area Responsible is to complete and sign Box 6b of the WHITE and YELLOW copies of the Permit. Before signing Box 6b, Isolations must be removed or converted to an Extended Period Isolation. If the Isolations are removed, the Isolation Certificate must be signed off by the Affected Area Responsible to confirm that ALL Isolations have been removed. For Isolations left in place, the Isolation Certificate must be converted to an Extended Period Isolation (EPI) by completing Box 6 of the Isolation Certificate. The Affected Area Responsible is to write all the details of the Isolation on the Certificate, and convert it to an EPI by filling in Box 6 of the Isolation Certificate. The number of the EPI Isolation Certificate is to be written in Box 6b of the Permit (“Isolation retained under certificate no…….”) When Box 6b has been signed, no further work may take place under that Permit.
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4.16.14 Permit Return and Archiving
On completion of work, the WHITE and YELLOW copies of the permit and any additional Certificate shall be gathered and returned to the Approver. The copies must be signed off by the Performer and the Affected Area Responsible, to indicate completion, subject to worksite inspection. All other parties involved (eg: those who made aware of the work), shall be informed about work completion. The Approver must ensure that Worksite (WHITE) copies of all Closed Permits and associated documents (JSA, Certificates etc.), all completely signed off, are kept in an archive file for a period of six months. Other copies of the documents are to be disposed off. There is to be a separate file for each month, with the documents sorted by Closing date. 1. PERMIT PROCESSING PROCEDURE The following steps summarise the Permit Processing Procedure described in this Section, together with the use of the Permit Issue Point Facility. 1. APPLICATION The Performer Subject of action: will: EXAMINE Worksite to check work and identify hazards (except for Cold Work Permit at remote sites with no risk from overhead lines, buried services etc) COMPLETE Performer's parts of the Permit. COMPLETE Performer's parts of PTW System Certificates (Isolation, etc.) and attach to Permit. PRODUCE JSA and attach it to Permit. GIVE Completed documents to Approver. 2. PLANNED PERMITS The Approver Subject of action: will: CHECK Performer’s details and dates proposed for work. ENTER The Permit unique number into the Unique Work Permits Register and mark as “Planned” EXAMINE Worksite with Performer, if required (Hot Work), to confirm protection and precautions are suitable for the conditions.
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3. AUTHORISATION The Approver Subject of action: will: CHECK Correct certificates are attached. Permit and Certificate boxes are correctly completed. If another custodian is affected, if so, to be formally informed about the scope of work JSA is correct for the work. IDENTIFY If an Isolation is required and nominate competent person to identify isolation points. SET Authorisation period for Permit. SIGN Permit and Certificates to Authorise them. GIVE Permit and certificate copies to Performer (keep GREEN copy in file). CHANGE Permit status in Unique Work Permits Register to “Authorised”, having checked for possible conflicts with other work. NOTE : In case of Hot Work, the Civil Fire Brigade will perform the same authorisation process and will sign the Hot Work Permit in box 4b 4.
PREPARATION
The will: BRIEF
Performer Subject of action: The working team on the work and Hazards.
5. PREPARATION The Affected Area Subject of action: Responsible will: OBTAIN Permit and Certificates from Performer, place in the Authorised section of the Permit Rack. WRITE Any isolation details and any other supplementary control measures on the respective Certificates CHECK For any conflict if the isolation or work is done. Do not allow the isolation or work to proceed if there may be a safety conflict. DO/CHECK The isolation, attaching locks and tags (involve appropriate isolation authorised persons), other required measures (gas testing, ventilation, other custodians notification etc) RETURN To the Permit Issue Point. SIGN The Certificates for completion and checking. PLACE Certificates in the Authorised section of the Permit Rack with the Permit. MARK The isolations done on the location board with correct colour pegs and labels. PE-O-HS-STD-001-02-E Revision: 02
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6. VALIDATION The Affected Area Subject of action: Responsible will: CHECK All isolations are correctly displayed on location board and signed up on the certificate. CHECK For any conflicting work on the Permit Location Board. INSPECT The worksite with the Performer (if required) taking the Permit, the JSA and the Certificates with him. PREPARE Worksite as required by JSA. CHECK All preparation controls on the JSA are in place, initialling each control in the Affected Area Responsible section of the JSA . SIGN The Permit to VALIDATE it. OBTAIN Performers signature to ACCEPT the Permit and JSA. GIVE The WHITE Permit and WHITE certificate copies to the Performer to display at the worksite. RETURN To the Permit Issue Point. PLACE The marker on the location board, at the location where the work is performed. PLACE The YELLOW Permit copy in the VALIDATED section of the Permit Rack together with YELLOW Certificate copies.
7. BRIEFING The Performer Subject of action: will: BRIEF The work party on the job, the hazards, the precautions and the actions to take in the event of an emergency. PLACE The WHITE Permit copy, JSA and WHITE Certificate copies in a protective wallet and display it at a prominent position at the worksite. NOTE : THE WORK MAY START AFTER THE PERFORMER HAS FULLY BRIEFED THE WORK TEAM AND DISPLAYED THE PERMIT 8. SUSPENSION The Performer Subject of action: will: CHECK The work site has been left clean and safe. RETURN The Permit to the Affected Area Responsible at the Permit Issue Point. SIGN Both copies (White & Yellow) of the Permit in Box 5c.
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9. SUSPENSION The Affected Area Subject of action: Responsible will: CHECK Performer has signed Permit Box 5c and, for work in Process Facilities, has left his worksite clean and safe. PLACE Both Permit copies in the SUSPENDED section of the Permit Rack. REMOVE The marker from the location board. NOTE : If the job has not finished, the marker should be put where it can be used for the same Permit again and not used for another Permit. THE WORK HAS NOW STOPPED IF WORK IS COMPLETE, GO TO STEP 12. IF THE WORK IS CONTINUING: PERFORMER WILL RETURN FOR NEXT WORKING PERIOD, GO TO STEP 10 IF PERFORMER HAS CHANGED, A FULL BRIEFING BY PREVIOUS PERFORMER WILL BE GIVEN 10. RE-VALIDATION The Affected Area Subject of action: Responsible will: CHECK Any isolations are still correctly displayed on Permit Location Board. CHECK For conflicting activities on Permit Location Board. TAKE Both copies of the Permit and certificates from the rack. INSPECT The worksite with the Performer, if required. CHECK Requirements of JSA are still being met. SIGN Both copies of the Permit Box 5a to RE-VALIDATE it. OBTAIN Performer's signature in Box 5b to ACCEPT the Permit. GIVE WHITE Permit copy to the Performer to display at the worksite with the WHITE Isolation Certificate copy. RETURN To the Permit Issue Point. PLACE The marker at the location of the worksite, on the Permit location board. PLACE YELLOW Permit copy in the VALIDATED section of the Permit Rack with YELLOW certificate copies.
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11. BRIEFING The Performer Subject of action: will: BRIEF The work party on the job, the hazards, the precautions and the actions to take in the event of an emergency. PLACE The worksite white copies of the Permit and Certificate and the JSA in the wallet and display it at a clear position at the worksite. WHEN THE JOB IS COMPLETED: 12. CLOSURE The Performer Subject of action: will: CHECK That the worksite has been left clean and safe. RETURN The Permit to the Affected Area Responsible at the Issue Point SIGN Both copies of the Permit in Box 6a to Cancel it The Affected Area Subject of action: Responsible will: CHECK Performer has signed the correct Permit Box and left his worksite clean and safe. PLACE Permit copies in the SUSPENDED section of the Permit Rack REMOVE The marker from the location board. CHECK That it is safe to de-isolate, if applicable, and that this will not conflict with other isolations. OBTAIN Authorisation to de-isolate, if applicable. DO THE De-isolation, returning the Lockout/Tagout devices and checking the worksite is left clean and safe. SIGN Isolation Certificate for de-isolation complete. REMOVE Isolation pegs and labels from location board. SIGN Permit box 6b to Close it. RETURN White and Yellow copies of the Permit and certificates to the Approver for Archive.
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13. ARCHIVE The Approver will: ENTER RETAIN
The status as CLOSED in the Unique Work Permit Register. The worksite (WHITE) copies of the Permit, Certificates and the JSA, completely signed, in a safe place for 6 months.
NOTE : When required, the Gas Test Record is attached accordingly to the WHITE copy of the associated Permit. The Gas test Record is issued in only one copy, permanently kept attached to the WHITE copy of the Permit and archived together with this.
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Unique Work Permits and Certificates Register Permit Issue Point: Permits Approver Nr. crt.
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REQUIREMENTS FOR CONTRACTORS
Usually, on a OMV Petrom facility, the OMV Petrom EP PTW System will operate, either the works are performed by OMV Petrom or by a Contractor The Contractors may operate their own PTW System, if it has been formally approved by OMV Petrom. Before approval, the Contractor’s system should be examined by OMV PETROM to ensure it complies with the checklist below. This situation must be assessed and decided by the OMV Petrom EP HSSE and set up throughout Contract terms and/or Bridging documents
If a Contractor cannot meet the required standard, the OMV PETROM EP PTW System is to be operated on worksite. In this case, the requirements of this standard shall apply.
Checklist for Contractor Permit to Work Systems This Checklist contains a list of questions against which a Contractor's Permit to Work System should be checked before authorising it for use. If the answer to any of these questions is 'No', the Contractor shall be required to amend his system. PTW System
Is there a procedure defining how the PTW System operates?
Is there a list of work requiring Permit, which complies with the list in the PTW Standard ?
Does the PTW system apply to the Company and all its sub-contractors? PTW Standard
Does the Standard define who authorises Permits?
Are personnel prevented from authorising themselves to work?
Are records of all Authorised and Suspended Permits kept on the worksite?
Is a copy of the Permit displayed at the worksite?
Is the Person to whom the Permit is Issued named on the Permit?
Are hazards and precautions listed on the Permit or JSA?
Does the Permit contain clear description of the work to be done?
Does the Permit state the specific location of the work?
Are Permits signed by the person to whom they are Issued?
Is there a defined Validity period for a Permit?
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Does the procedure include checks to prevent conflicting activities from being authorised?
Is there a procedure for handover when the Performer changes?
Are there documented isolation procedures?
Does the procedure state what must be done when an unsafe condition occurs or an alarm sounds?
Is there a signature to confirm that work is complete, and that the worksite has been left safe? Training in PTW
Are personnel trained in the operation of the system, to the standards required by the OGP Guidelines on Permit to Work Systems?
Are personnel who authorise Permits themselves authorised/nominated?
Is the competence of authorising personnel assessed?
Is there a record of training and assessment?
Are subcontractors included in the training requirement?
PTW Systems on Contractor Operated Drilling Rigs The Drilling Contractors shall comply with the requirements for contractors, as mentioned above in this Section. If OMV Petrom PTW System is being used, the OMV PETROM Drilling Supervisor is to act as the Approver and the Rig Manager as the Affected Area Responsible. If the OMV PETROM PTW System is being used, the below list of activities requiring Permit is to apply in addition to relevant activities from the OMV PETROM PTW EP Standard.
NOTE : Drilling contractor shall provide a hazardous area classification, which will be approved by OMV Petrom EP.
Activities requiring Permits on Contractor Operated Drilling Rigs The activities listed below require a Permit to Work on all drilling rigs working for OMV PETROM, but not limited :
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Maintenance
Hot Work, except when done in the approved rig workshop.
Isolation of rig safety systems.
Work in those confined spaces where there is a risk from toxic fumes or oxygen depletion.
Mud pump major maintenance.
Non-routine maintenance in mast during normal operations.
Maintenance / repair / painting from a personnel basket during any operations.
Man-riding hoist operations.
Scaffold erection on Rig or Camp site.
Working on equipment which requires electrical isolation.
Working on equipment which requires a secure mechanical isolation to minimise the potential hazards.
Inspection of mast / standpipe / derrick / substructure fixtures and fittings during normal operations.
Killing well / major work on Xmas Tree while Rig rigging up / down.
Grit blasting.
Pressure cleaning of tubulars by subcontractor. Pressure Testing
Cement Unit pressure testing other than cement unit related Rig work.
Any pressure tests not part of current rig work (e.g. Pre-test of BOP / test manifold / choke manifold.), as per equipment manufacturer recommendations. A pressure testing procedure must be developed and agreed with OMV Petrom EP
Flowline pressure testing.
Installation of secondary Contractor’s equipment e.g. Solids control equipment, filters or mixing machinery.
Activities Requiring Signature from OMV PETROM Drilling Supervisor when Contractor PTW System is Being Used. When the Contractor’s PTW System is being used, the following activities require the Permit to be counter-signed by the OMV PETROM Drilling Supervisor : PE-O-HS-STD-001-02-E Revision: 02
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Hot Work, except when done in the approved rig workshop.
Isolation of rig safety systems.
When required to counter-sign a Contractors Permit, the OMV PETROM Drilling Supervisor takes responsibility for:
Agreeing that the work shall be done on the equipment involved at the proposed time.
Ensuring that all hazards have been identified.
Reviewing the JSA to ensure that it is correct for the work.
Deciding on necessary worksite preparations and safety precautions.
Work done on or near Drilling Rigs by Departments other than Drilling Some work on the drilling location will be performed by or for departments other than Drilling, e.g. welding and testing flowlines, digging pits etc. This work is to be covered by the PTW System agreed to be used. The requirements are as follows: Work On The Drilling Location
The Permit is to be asked and filled by the appropriate Performer carrying out the work.
The Permit is to be Authorised OMV PETROM Supervisor, who will act as the Approver, and validated by the Manager of the RIG. Work Near The Drilling Location
Where the work is done outside the drilling location, but within 100 metres of the well, the following shall apply:
The Permit is to be raised by the appropriate Performer for the personnel carrying out the work.
The Permit is to be Authorised by an Approver, and Validated by normal PTW System standard, by impacted sector (asset) representatives
The Drilling Supervisor is to be informed about work details as the Other Affected Custodian.
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A NU SE OPERA ! DO NOT OPERATE ! ISOLATED EQUIPMENT Izolat de catre : Isolated by: NUME ………..……………………… NAME SEMNATURA
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SIGNATURE DATA
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DATE Certificat de izolare nr. Isolation Certificate no.
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