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OPITO APPROVED STANDARD
Offshore Oil & Gas Industry
Minimum Industry
Safety Training Standard
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The content of this document was developed by an industry work group co-ordinated by
OPITO. Members of the work group included:
Major offshore oil & gas employersStep Change in Safety Task Group
Guidance and advice on this training standard is available by contacting:
OPITOMinerva HouseBruntland RoadPortlethenAberdeenAB12 4QL
Tel: 01224 787800E: [email protected]
OPITO
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced; stored in a retrieval orinformation storage system or transmitted, in any form or by any means (mechanical,photocopying, recording or otherwise), without prior permission in writing from thepublishers.
AMENDMENTS
AMENDMENT & DATE PAGES CHANGESMADE BY
CHECKED BY APPROVEDBY
1 Provided details of two deliveryoptions in Section A.627-10-08
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2 Added information on Step Changein Safety/HSE PTW guidance
HSG 250 15-Dec 2008
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3 Changed footer to reflectamendment numbering scheme15-Dec 2008
All excepttitle page
T. Wilson J. Cameron M. Duncan
4 Removed Training Outcome 1.1and Element 1.1 OffshoreOperations 11-Dec 2009
6, 8 T. Wilson C. Williams J. Cameron
5 Changed course duration to 13.5hours and the delivery time forModule 1 to 30 mins to reflect theremoval of Element 1.122-Dec 2009
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6 Changed Delivery Through CBTtiming to 9.5 hours to reflect theremoval of Element 1.1
22-Dec 2009
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7 Removed SCBA from Glossary asnot used in text09-Feb 2010
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8 Added Give an overview of: toModule 2, Element 2.4 andcorrected numbering09-Feb 2010
11 T. Wilson P. Lammiman J. Cameron
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AMENDMENTS
AMENDMENT & DATE PAGES CHANGESMADE BY
CHECKED BY APPROVEDBY
9 Modified references to breathingapparatus to reflect that they are
collectively called RPE (respiratoryprotective equipment)09-Feb 2010
18, 26 T. Wilson I. Emslie J. Cameron
10 Corrected numbering of Element8.1 09-Feb 2010
19 T. Wilson P. Lammiman J. Cameron
11 Replaced the registered termScafftag with scaffold taggingsystem 09-Feb 2010
19 T. Wilson C. Williams J. Cameron
Any amendments made to this standard by OPITO will be recorded above.
CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION 4
GLOSSARY 4
SECTION A TRAINING PROGRAMME
A.1 Target Group 5A.2 Delegate Prior Achievement 5
A.3 Medical & Health Requirements 5A.4 Learning Outcomes 6-7A.5 Training Programme 8-20A.6 Duration of Training and Delivery Options 21-22A.7 Delivery through CBT 22A.8 Assessment 23A.9 Further Training & Periodicity 23
SECTION B RESOURCES
B.1 Staff 24B.2 Trainer/Delegate Ratio 24B.3 Facilities & Location of Training 25
B.4 Equipment 26
SECTION C OUTCOME
C.1 Certification & Recording 27
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INTRODUCTION
The offshore oil & gas industry operates in some of the most dangerous environments in theworld. Hazards are expected in this setting and must be controlled.
Improvements in technology, workforce involvement, infrastructure care and rig operationshave led to recent reductions in injuries and incidents but, it is recognised, more still needsto be done. It is believed that improved base line safety training is likely to improve thesituation by ensuring that all personnel have the necessary safety awareness and basicskills training to recognise and avoid risk.
To address this need, companies in the UK North Sea, along with Step Change in Safety,agreed to develop an introductory training programme that would introduce the key safetyelements required by all employees offshore.
The course can be offered at an OPITO approved training establishment or be employer led(OPITO approval required).
The OPITO Offshore Oil & Gas Industry Minimum Industry Safety Training(MIST)is highlyrecommended for all inexperienced employees.
GLOSSARY
ACOP Approved Code of Practice
ALARP As low as reasonably practicable
BOSIET/FOET Basic Offshore Safety Induction & Emergency Training/FurtherOffshore Emergency Training
FPSO Floating Production & Storage Vessel
H2S Hydrogen Sulphide
HASAWA Health & Safety at Work Etc. Act
HAVS Hand & Arm Vibration Syndrome
LOLER Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations
MEWP Mobile Elevated Work Platform
MSDS Material Safety Data Sheets
NORM Naturally Occurring Radioactive Material
PRfS Personal Responsibility for Safety
PTW Permit to WorkPUWER Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations
SSOW Safe Systems of Work
WAH Working at Height
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SECTION A TRAINING PROGRAMME
A.1 Target Group
This introductory safety training programme is designed to introduce the fundamental
safety elements of the offshore oil & gas industry to new starts, giving anappreciation of the potential hazards and controls that might be encountered bypersonnel offshore. Each unit has been designed to focus the delegates attentionon their personal responsibility for safety thus influencing their behaviour and attitudetowards their co-workers, the installation and the environment.
The following modules are included:
Module 1 Introduction to the Hazardous Offshore Environment
Module 2 Working Safely including Safety Observations Systems
Module 3 Understanding the Risk Assessment ProcessModule 4 Tasks that Require Permit to Work
Module 5 Personal Responsibility in Maintaining Asset Integrity
Module 6 Using Manual Handling Techniques Every Day
Module 7 Controlling the Use of Hazardous Substances Offshore
Module 8 Knowledge and Practices of Working at Height
Module 9 Being Aware of Mechanical Lifting Activities
The responsibility for delivering and assessing this programme rests with OPITOapproved training providers and employers.
A.2 Delegate Prior Achievement
There are no prior achievements required. It is expected that this programme will betaken after the OPITO approved BOSIET course so training providers can build onthe material gained previously. However, if this is not the case then the BOSIETcourse will be required prior to travelling offshore and the delegate should expect asmall proportion of repeat information.
A.3 Medical and Health Requirements
There are no specific medical requirements, although personnel must have a currentoffshore medical certificate before being allowed to work offshore.
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A.4 Learning Outcomes
During the introductory safety training programme candidates will gain an awarenessof the variety of tasks and the safety risks to be found on offshore installations. Theywill be required to demonstrate a sufficient level of knowledge and understanding ofthe following key areas:
At the end of each module the delegate must be able to explain:
MODULE 1 INTRODUCTION TO THE HAZARDOUS OFFSHORE ENVIRONMENT
1.1 Major hazards that could occur in the offshore environment1.2 Daily hazards associated with living and working offshore
MODULE 2 WORKING SAFELY INCLUDING SAFETY OBSERVATION SYSTEMS
2.1 The legislative framework surrounding the offshore environment2.2 Significant safety practices that have arisen with common regulations
2.3 The significance of an installations Safety Case and personal access to thedocument
2.4 The role of safety committees, safety meetings and safety representatives offshore2.5 Toolbox Talks what they include and where and when they should be held2.6 The function of a Safety Observation System and how to carry out an intervention2.7 Understanding how personal actions might influence safety
MODULE 3 UNDERSTANDING THE RISK ASSESSMENT PROCESS
3.1 The difference between hazard, risk and controls3.2 The steps of a risk assessment and the use of a risk matrix3.3 Applying controls to bring the risk down to ALARP3.4 The need for continuous risk assessment
MODULE 4 TASKS THAT REQUIRE PERMIT TO WORK
4.1 Objectives of a PTW system and how permits are generated4.2 Using a PTW and how to re-instate the permits after breaks4.3 Personal responsibility in the PTW system
MODULE 5 PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY IN MAINTAINING ASSET INTEGRITY
5.1 The concept of asset integrity5.2 Why some items and systems are safety critical5.3 Employer responsibility for asset integrity
5.4 Personal responsibilities for asset integrity
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A.4 Learning Outcomes continued
MODULE 6 USING MANUAL HANDLING TECHNIQUES EVERY DAY
6.1 The source of MH hazards offshore and the types of injuries that might be sustained6.2 Factors contributing to manual handling incidents6.3 The importance of ergonomic design and the best methods for manually lifting
objects6.4 Team operations and communication methods6.5 How mechanical aids reduce MH incidents
MODULE 7 CONTROLLING THE USE OF HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES OFFSHORE
7.1 Regulations and guidelines dealing with chemical hazards offshore7.2 The sources of offshore chemical hazards7.3 How personnel come into contact with hazardous substances7.4 Sensitisation and the difficulties of monitoring its effect7.5 Hazard symbols and common offshore examples7.6 Employers duties under COSHH
7.7 Employees duties with COSHH7.8 Reading labels on chemicals and using MSDS7.9 Monitoring workers exposure7.10 PPE specific to chemical applications
MODULE 8 KNOWLEDGE AND PRACTICES OF WORKING AT HEIGHT
8.1 What is meant by working at height and factors to consider before commencing work8.2 WAH hazards and how they can be controlled8.3 Basic use of ladders, scaffolding and MEWPS8.4 Signing for and being responsible for tools aloft
MODULE 9 BEING AWARE OF MECHANICAL LIFTING ACTIVITIES
9.1 The magnitude of objects to be lifted offshore and why lifting hazards need to becontrolled
9.2 Roles of the LOLER focal point, the banksman, slinger and rigger9.3 Personal responsibility such as obeying area restrictions and keeping clear of lifting
operations
At the end of the following modules the delegate should be able to demonstrate:
MODULE 2 WORKING SAFELY INCLUDING SAFETY OBSERVATION SYSTEMSA. How to complete a Safety Observation Card in an appropriate style
MODULE 3 UNDERSTANDING THE RISK ASSESSMENT PROCESSB. How to prepare a risk assessment using a risk matrix
MODULE 4 TASKS THAT REQUIRE PERMIT TO WORKC. Completion of the key elements of PTW documentation
MODULE 6 USING MANUAL HANDLING TECHNIQUES EVERY DAYD. The elements of a good individual lift, a team lift with appropriate communications and
correct loading/unloading methods for using a trolley
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A.5 Training Programme
The training programme outlined below will assist delegates to meet the statedlearning outcomes.
In order to make efficient use of time and ensure effective learning, the three phasesof instruction, demonstration and practice should be integrated wherever practical.Full use should also be made of visual/audio-visual aids, computer basedtraining, case studies, videos and course hand-out materials.
MODULE 1 INTRODUCTION TO THE HAZARDOUS OFFSHORE ENVIRONMENT
Element 1.1 Hazard Awareness
Give an overview of:
a) Possible major hazards while working in the hostile offshore environment including:
Fire
Explosion
High pressure release of gas
H2S creation
Structural failure
Adverse weather damage
b) Possible hazards associated with living and working offshore such as:
Suspended loads on cranes including man-riding
The use of helicopters and supply vessels for transportation Working on high pressure systems
Handling heavy equipment
Working with chemicals & other hazardous substances
Working at height activities
Slips, trips & falls requirements to maintain good housekeeping
Noise
Vibration hazards (HAVS & exposure limits)
Training providers: Reinforce the idea that the hazard list is not comprehensive and otherpotential hazards will be discussed during the course and, indeed, when they go offshore.
Module 1 Test: Five minute module test with five questions based on the learningoutcomes. Mark the papers and discuss the answers as a group (5 minutes).
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MODULE 2 WORKING SAFELY INCLUDING SAFETY OBSERVATIONS SYSTEMS
Element 2.1 The Offshore Safety Structure
Give an overview of:
The Legislative Frameworka) Complying with regulations, acts, legislation, industry guidance and ACOPs and the
significant outcomeof each, including:
The Management of Health & Safety at Work Regulations 1999 (Suitableand sufficient assessment of risk)
The Health & Safety at Work Etc. Act 1974 (ALARP concept)
Provision & Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER)(Equipment fit for purpose, safe for use, maintained in safecondition and used by properly trained workers)
Safety Case Regulations 2005 (identifies the threats to an installation andits personnel)
b) The fact that it is a criminal offence not to comply with acts of parliament andregulations
The Safety Case of an Installationc) The Safety Case being the overarching safety document for an installationd) A history of the document including links to the Piper Alpha disaster (excerpts from
two DVDs could be used The Lessons of Piper Alpha (Oil & Gas UK) or Spiral toDisaster(BBC))
e) Why a Safety Case is submitted for each field from early development through todecommissioning
f) How the Safety Case allows an installation to run by proving that a company
recognises any hazards, has done suitable risk assessments and looked at controlsg) The availability of the Safety Case to all employeesh) The recent use of summary documents to increase general understanding and
awareness
The Safety Management Systemi) The Safety Management System for the effective and proactive management of
safetyj) The required comprehensive health and safety policies which show control, co-
operation, communication and competencek) The fact that the Safety Management System is not inert i.e. when a problem is
identified the system should be capable of respondingl) The role of safety committees and safety meetings in the Safety Management
Systemm) The role of the safety representative why he/she has functions and powers, but not
dutiesn) Contacting the safety representative to make representation to an area supervisor,
OIM or HSEo) An individuals responsibility to follow company procedures for the collective learning
experience
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MODULE 2 Working Safely including Safety Observation Systems continued
Element 2.2 Safe Systems of Work (SSOW)
Give an overview of:
a) How work is planned safely across an installation by considering:
Risk assessments (see Module 3)
Permit to Work (see Module 4)
Task clarification
Equipment requirements
Work schedules & rest periods
Safety alerts
Level of supervision
b) Toolbox Talks in which the task-based risk assessments are discussed when andhow they should be held
c) Safety activities and documentation such as drills & exercises, work instructions and
installation incident recordsd) Shift handover procedures
Element 2.3 Safety Observation Systems
Give an explanation of:
a) Company specific Safety Observation Systemsb) The employees right & duty to intervene (calling time out to address a safety
concern there and then)c) Designed to change attitudes and behaviours; not another form of supervision or to
punish workersd) Controls in place so personnel work that way all the time not just under direct
supervisione) How to carry out an intervention:
Ensure the person (or team) is in a safe position
Keep the conversation positive
Find out why they are not working safely
Discuss what could go wrong
Get agreement to change behaviour
Record the observations with a No name, no blame approach
f) Reporting the incident to appropriate personnel
Module 2 Demonstration: Illustrate key elements of a Safety Observation System with thetrainers role playing successful and unsuccessful encounters with personnel. The delegatesshould discuss the differences and agree with the best approach to deliver unsolicited safetyguidance.
Module 2 Practical Exercise: The delegates should complete a Safety Observation Cardin the No name, no blame style for one of the role play situations performed above. Asample of the completed Safety Observation Cards should be discussed with the class.
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MODULE 2 Working safely including Safety Observation Systems continued
Element 2.4 Personal Contributions and Responsibility for Safety
Give an overview of:
a) Selecting the appropriate personal protection clothing and equipment (PPE) suitablefor the type of work being undertaken
b) The importance of taking a break shortly after starting the task to evaluate anddiscuss any changes in the conditions
c) Understanding that personal actions might degrade the safety in an aread) Knowing that subsequent incidents wont be the samee) Realising that mitigating risk may also create new risksf) Spatial awareness; being conscious of the immediate environment (especially
working in tight spaces) so that hazards are not inadvertently caused
Module 2 Test: Ten minute module test with ten questions based on the learning outcomes.Mark the papers and discuss the answers as a group (5 minutes).
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MODULE 3 UNDERSTANDING THE RISK ASSESSMENT PROCESS
Element 3.1 Risk Assessment
Give an explanation of:
a) The difference between hazards, risks and controlsb) Voluntary risks (smoking or driving a car) and involuntary risks (acts of nature)c) How involuntary risks can be:
Task related
Inherent
Process related
d) The steps of risk assessment outlined by different organisations such as the UKCSStep Change in Safety:
Identify if there are procedures and previous risk assessments obtaincopies and review them
Ask how people could get hurt? Could we cause damage to equipment or theenvironment? (*see e) below)
Decide on precautions and controls (*see e) below)
Communicate the findings with the appropriate person(s)
Implement the controls BEFORE starting the job
e) *The use of a risk matrix
Risk equals probability multiplied by consequences (which could includepeople, infrastructure, environment & reputation)
Look at risk with no controls
Add controls to make the risk as low as reasonably practicable (ALARP)f) The need for continuous risk assessment to identify hazards as they evolve
Module 3 Demonstration: Illustrate the key elements of preparing a risk assessment usinga practical exercise, if possible, from the offshore oil and gas industry.
Module 3 Practical Exercise: The delegates in small groups (2-3) should discuss thehazards without controls, prepare a risk assessment, and then decide on controls that canbe added to lower the risk from medium/high to ALARP. A sample of the group riskassessments should be discussed with the class.
Module 3 Test: Five minute module test with five questions based on the learningoutcomes. Mark the papers and discuss the answers as a group (5 minutes).
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MODULE 4 TASKS THAT REQUIRE PERMIT TO WORK
Element 4.1 Permit to Work (PTW)
Give an explanation of:
a) Principles & objectives of the Permit to Work system for controlled work or specialwork activities to ensure:
Proper planning and consideration is given to the risks of a particular job
The proper authority has generated the permit
The right precautions have been taken
The person in charge is aware of the activity(ies)
b) Step Change in Safety guidance on the essential rules of PTW includingHSG 250
c) Using colour codes for identifying the type of workd) The fact that the permit is a legal documente) How the control of risks is an integral part of the Permit to Work processf) Processes in place (electronic or paper) to create, organise and archive permitsg) Who is involved in PTW generation such as:
Site controller or OIM
Department head
Affected Area Authority
Work crew
Control Room Operator
h) Signing the PTW declarationi) Handing the permit to the permit office or CRO to stop work and re-sign to reinstate
work
j) Personal responsibility to adhere to the strictures of the PTW system
Module 4 Demonstration: Illustrate the key elements of a PTW system, i.e. following apermit through from start to finish, using examples of relevant permits showing the hazard,risk, cross-referencing and authorisation sections that the delegates should complete.
Module 4 Practical Exercise: From an example Permit to Work, each delegate willhighlight the controls they would need to adhere to if they were part of the work crew. Asample of the highlighted PTWs should be discussed with the class.
Module 4 Test: Five minute module test with five questions based on the learningoutcomes. Mark the papers and discuss the answers as a group (5 minutes).
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MODULE 5 PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY IN MAINTAINING ASSET INTEGRITY
Element 5.1 Asset Integrity
Give an explanation of:
a) The meaning of asset integrity and a description of its other names (e.g. platformintegrity)
b) Divisions of asset integrity offshore:
Structural integrity (North Sea gets 100 foot waves; other areas of the worldexperience hurricanes, icebergs etc.)
Well integrity including well construction, well equipment and reservoirconditions
Fire and explosion prevention
Refuge and evacuation including muster control, temporary refuge andevacuation escape
c) Safety critical elements understanding why some items and systems are critical tosafety
d) Company specific models (e.g. Barrier Model) for demonstrating weaknesses in thesystem
e) Escalation scenarios - realising that a series of minor risks might combine to create amajor hazard or that a major hazard may result from a minor problem that wasignored
f) Employer responsibilities for asset integrity such as:
Using performance standards & manufacturers notes to determine how anitem should work
Ensuring that safety critical items are in a condition to keep employees safe
Ensuring that equipment on the platform is capable of doing the job it wasintended to do
The need for third party verification
g) Personal responsibility for asset integrity such as:
Reporting unsafe conditions to appropriate personnel
Following instructions
Not taking shortcuts
Intervening when procedures are not being followed by others
Module 5 Demonstration: Illustrate the concept of safety critical items by using a commonoffshore example or by defining the parts of a vehicle.
Module 5 Test: Five minute module test with five questions based on the learningoutcomes. Mark the papers and discuss the answers as a group (5 minutes).
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MODULE 6 USING MANUAL HANDLING TECHNIQUES EVERYDAY
Element 6.1 Manual Handling Hazards
Give an overview of:
a) Regulations and company procedures with respect to manual handlingb) Manual handling hazards including:
Rig floor operations
Access & egress to work areas
Working in confined or limited spaces
Using power tools
Moving chemicals
Moving equipment from the rigging loft
c) Statistics of manual handling incidentsd) The function of the human spine and types of injury (acute and chronic) such as:
Slipped disc
Hernia
Fractures
Sciatica
e) Factors contributing to manual handling incidents:
Poor ergonomic design
Repetition
Twisting and bending
Not following the risk assessment
Lack of training Lack of planning
Poor handling of heavy power tools
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Element 6.2 Manual Handling Controls and Mechanical Devices
Give an explanation of:
a) The MH hierarchy to assess manual handling operations for the possibility of riskb) Understanding that any changes to a normal lift limits the weight that can be lifted by
various proportionsc) Ergonomics and the importance of maintaining correct body postured) Methods to control the risk such as:
Warming-up muscles before lifting
Safer lifting techniques & team handling
Communication with team members during lifting or moving processes
Designating a leader for team operations
Establishing safe routes for transferring goods
Storage for ease of movement i.e. on low shelves or at the front of cupboards Making turns with your feet
e) Using mechanical aids including forklifts and trolleys etc.
Module 6 Demonstration: Illustrate the key principles of manual handling by demonstratinga poor lift and asking delegates to discuss the mistakes and how the lift could be improved.
In addition, a) provide a demonstration of a team lift with a leader selected and appropriatecommunications methods used and b) provide a large bulky package that requires the use of
a trolley.
Module 6 Practical Exercise: Delegates should practise and then demonstrate thetechniques either singly or in teams.
Module 6 Test: Five minute module test with five questions based on the learningoutcomes. Mark the papers and discuss the answers as a group (5 minutes).
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MODULE 7 CONTROLLING THE USE OF HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES OFFSHORE
Element 7.1 Sources of Chemical Hazards
Give an overview of:
a) Regulations and guidelines dealing with chemical hazards such as COSHH and theEH40/2005 Workplace Exposure Limits HSE Document
b) The sources of chemical hazards offshore and whether they are covered underCOSHH such as:
painting, cleaning/domestic activities
drilling operations, chemical based mud and other drilling fluids
well completion; maintenance (lubes, oils)
water, gas, carbon dioxide & acid washes for enhanced recovery
Asbestos
NORM (Naturally Occurring Radioactive Material)
c) How personnel might come into contact with hazardous substances by:
Inhalation (very fast smoking)
Ingestion (dont wash hands after use)
Absorption (engine oil is a known carcinogen)
Injection (needle injury, cut from contaminated surfaces)
d) Sensitisation (even a small quantity on first usage can cause problems or manifestitself 20 years later)
e) Government regulations pertaining to product labellingf) Hazard symbols showing the common dangers offshore e.g. highly flammable; toxic;
irritant, corrosive etc.
g) The applicability of COSHH to unknown fumes or gases in the area (e.g. H2S)h) Employers duties under COSHH
Prevent exposure of personnel to hazardous substances wherever possible
Provide suitable and sufficient COSHH assessments
Provide control measures
Monitor the level of exposure
Ensure correct storage
i) Employees duties under COSHH
To use the control measures provided
To read all documentation
Participate in any health surveillance
Report defects in equipment
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Module 7 Controlling the Use of Hazardous Substances Offshore continued
Element 7.2 Practical Controls for Chemical Hazards
Give an overview of:
a) Reading labels on the chemicalsb) Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) which must accompany every chemical
showing Safety and Risk Phrasesc) Hierarchy of control including:
Changing the process or activity to eliminate the hazardous substance
Replacing the hazardous substance with a safer alternative
Controlling exposure at source e.g. local exhaust ventilation
Choosing and wearing task specific PPE such as rubber gloves, rubberaprons and vapour masks
Choosing and wearing respiratory protective equipment such as filteringdevices (see d below)
d) Filters have numbering like FFP1, 2 or 3 or have different colours depending on thesubstances to be filtered
e) Using barrier cream on skinf) Access to COSHH lockers - the storage of chemicals to prevent fire, explosion,
chemical burns and environmental damageg) Never using tins or packages that have unknown substances or are half-used by
someone elseh) Health surveillance of employees; monitoring workers exposurei) Keeping full PPE on until after the area is tidy and the job is complete
Module 7 Test: Ten minute module test with ten questions based on the learning outcomes.Mark the papers and discuss the answers as a group (5 minutes).
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MODULE 8 KNOWLEDGE AND PROCESSES OF WORKING AT HEIGHT
Element 8.1 Working at Height Activities & Hazards
Give an overview of:
a) Planning & organising WAH activities considering the following factors:
Weather
Location
Fragile surfaces
Falling objects
b) Legislation & industry guidance with respect to WAHc) A place being at height if a person can be injured falling from it, even if it is at or
below ground leveld) The hazards of working at height such as falling, dropped objects, suspension
traumae) Manriding as a WAH activityf) The WAH hierarchy for managing & selecting equipment for WAH:
Avoiding working at height where possible
Using work equipment or other measures to prevent falls
Using work equipment to minimise the consequences of a fall
g) Types of ladders, scaffolding equipment and mobile elevated work platforms(MEWPs)
h) Awareness of a scaffold tagging system & requiring trained personnel to install andcorrect the structure
i) Signing for Tools Aloft, using a tool belt, tool rolls or a shadow wallj) Associated WAH fall protection systems including harnesses, lanyards and inertia
reelsk) Using the trailing hand technique for climbing stairs and safely crossing gangways
Module 8 Test: Five minute module test with five questions based on the learningoutcomes. Mark the papers and discuss the answers as a group (5 minutes).
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MODULE 9 BEING AWARE OF MECHANICAL LIFTING ACTIVITIES
Element 9.1 Hazards of Mechanical Lifting Operations
Give an overview of:
a) The magnitude of loads to be lifted offshore (e.g. a typical piece of pipeworkequalling 28 bags of cement) showing why it is important to get lifting activities right
b) Statistics of lifting accidents in the oil and gas industryc) Hazards associated with lifting operations such as:
Encroaching personnel
Conflicting activities
Obstructions
Damaged loads
Dropped objects
Adverse circumstances affecting plant and machinery stability
New equipment although certified are not always safe
Damaged wire rope slings
Weather offshore
d) The speed at which mechanical lifting hazards can happene) Roles in lifting operations such as the LOLER focal point, crane operator, banksman
(must not get physically involved in preparing the load for lifting) and rigger/slinger(attaching/detaching and securing of loads to the lifting equipment)
f) Relevant legislation such as LOLER - applies to lowering or lifting a load right downto the last split pin
g) What is meant by the Safe Working Load (SWL)h) Equipment hazards in lifting operations such as load stability, load security and load
handlingi) Man-riding activities and the use of specific winchesj) PRfS such as:
Obeying barriers in restricted areas
Being aware that crane operations are in progress
Not moving near or under lifting operations
Module 9 Test: Five minute module test with five questions based on the learningoutcomes. Mark the papers and discuss the answers as a group (5 minutes).
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A.6 Duration of Training and Delivery Options
The total training day includes contact time, refreshment and meal breaks and travelbetween training sites where applicable.
The total contact time per day shall not exceed 8 hours and the total training day shall notexceed 10 hours. Contact time for delegates should not run consecutively for more than 2hours without a refreshment break.
OPITO approval will not be awarded for delivery of individual MIST modules, only for thecomplete (9 module) standard. However, there are two different approaches which can betaken in relation to the delivery of the standard:
Delivery Option 1:
Modules 1-9 of the MIST can be delivered consecutively over two days with an optimumcontact time of 13.5 hours. The table below indicates the approximate time in which todeliver the contents of each module.
Delivery Option 2:
One or more modules can be incorporated into an employers in-house training programme.The table below gives the training provider a minimum time in which to deliver the contentsof each module detailed within this standard.
Where this option is chosen, in addition to satisfying OPITOs Approval Criteria, the followingconditions apply:
1. The MIST content may be incorporated into more in-depth programmes of longerduration, e.g. PTW User training, company specific Safety Observation Systems,
etc.2. All MIST related learning material and documentation must clearly reference the
applicable section(s) of the MIST standard3. Each delegate will complete the MIST training within a 30 day period4. A system to record which modules and on which dates have been completed by
each delegate, must be maintained5. A delegate will not be deemed to have completed the MIST training, and will not be
registered on Vantage, until the delegate has attended all of the nine MIST modules
Note:Within both Delivery Options, where some modules are to be delivered within in-depthand/or in-house programmes by a sub-contracting company (whether by classroom or CBT
delivery); OPITO Approval will remain with the organisation applying for approval. It will bethe responsibility of that OPITO Approved organisation to ensure all training material anddelivery complies with this MIST standard.
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A.6 Duration of Training and Delivery Options continued
Delivery times:
Module 1 Introduction to theHazardous OffshoreEnvironment
30 minutes (including 10 minutes for test &discussion)
Module 2 Working Safely 2 hours(including practical session and 15 minutes fortest & discussion)
Module 3 Risk Assessment 2 hours(including practical session and 10 minutes fortest & discussion)
Module 4 Permit to Work 1 hours (including practical session and 10 minutesfor test & discussion)
Module 5 Asset Integrity 1 hour(including 10 minutes for test & discussion)
Module 6 Manual Handling 1 hours (including practical session and 10 minutesfor test & discussion)
Module 7 COSHH 2 hours(including 15 minutes for test & discussion)
Module 8 Working at Height 1 hours(including 10 minutes for test & discussion)
Module 9 Mechanical Lifting 1 hours(including 10 minutes for test & discussion)
A.7 Delivery through CBT
An organisation may decide that the most appropriate method for delivering this learning isthrough computer based training (CBT) supported by some elements of demonstration anddelegate participation. As with classroom instruction, it will be up to the organisation that
applies for OPITO approval to demonstrate how the learning outcomes will be met and thetests delivered.
The recommended contact times contained in A.6 are for classroom based delivery and maynot apply to CBT delivery. However the time spent on each module as a percentage of thetotal time will not change and it is foreseeable that this would take a minimum of 9.5 hours(in total).
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A.8 Assessment
Delegates attending this training programme will be given a series of explanationsand demonstrations which will identify what they are expected to know and do.
At the end of each module, candidates will be given a short test which will allow them
to demonstrate their knowledge and understanding of the course content. A passmark of 80% is required for each test.
Four modules also have practical components in which the delegates will take anactive part. These exercises should be checked for accuracy by the training providerand results fed back to the delegates. (These exercises will form an integral part ofthe modules and will be reviewed/corrected by the training provider where required.They will not contribute to the final pass/fail decision.)
Any delegate failing to meet the expected outcomes as the course progresses can begiven additional training. However, it should be clear that time to do this within theoptimum contact time is limited and the delegate would have to show, throughrepeating test & practice sessions, that they have bridged the gap in their knowledge
and understanding.
If any delegate fails, in the opinion of the training providers and after reasonabletuition, to meet the learning outcomes of any individual module, the entire MIST mustbe repeated.
NOTE: All practical exercise and test documentation completed by the delegates willbe retained by the training provider for audit purposes.
A.9 Further Training & Periodicity
Reassessment, via an on-line assessment, will take place every four years or morefrequentlyif persons have not worked offshore for at least 12 months.
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SECTION B RESOURCES
B.1 Staff
In order for a training programme to be delivered successfully, it is necessary to haveappropriate people in presenting and supporting roles.
OPITO approved training providers will deliver and carry out assessment of the module.
Training staff will:
Have appropriate knowledge & experience
Be trained in instructional/assessment techniques and/or have proveninstructing/teaching experience
Be included in an ongoing training and development programme, whichensures they are aware and knowledgeable of all changes to legislationand industry requirements
B.2 Trainer/Delegate Ratio
The ratio shown for theory sessions indicates the maximum number of delegates that shouldattend the course in any one session.
Theory 1 : 16
Demonstrations 1 : 16
Practical 1 : 8
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B.3 Facilities
To ensure proper presentation the training provider should have:
Administration arrangements appropriate for enrolment and certification of delegates
A designated room that will not be used simultaneously for any other activity and whichprovides sufficient room for delegates to participate fully in the instruction, demonstrationand practice sessions
Location of Training
It is recognised that the restricted range of resources and facilities required makes thiscourse suitable for on-location training. However, prior to any courses being deliveredremotely, training providers must comply with the following requirements:
a)
Prior to initial approval, the training provider will specify a single approved site andadvise OPITO of its intention to deliver training remotely.
b) The training provider will advise OPITO of the location of any remote training inadvance of each delivery.
c) The training provider shall ensure the suitability of facilities and arrangements prior todelivery.
d) Documented evidence will be retained by the training provider to show that deliveryof training at the remote site meets the criteria detailed in this OPITO standardincluding, but not limited to, facilities, equipment and qualifications of instructionalstaff.
e) Documented management procedures shall be retained which record any measuresrequired to assure the quality and safety of on-location training.
f) All records and associated documentation must be retained at a single, specifiedlocation, mutually agreed with OPITO, and made available at time of audit.
g) OPITO reserves the right to physically audit any or all of the remote sites operated bythe training provider.
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B.4 Equipment & Reference Material
The following equipment and reference material is required to meet the stated content of thetraining course.
Illustrations of rig and platform types Examples of relevant legislation and guidance documentation as they are discussed
in each module
Examples of a Safety Observation report card
Examples of risk assessments and a risk matrix
Example of work permits in different coloured folders including a blank document fordelegates to complete
Objects and a trolley to demonstrate manual handling
Examples of an MSDS & COSHH assessment sheet
Examples of PPE to include coveralls, boots, hard hat and gloves
Examples of respiratory protective equipment (RPE)
Please note: Due to the variety of forms, records, plans, schedules etc. used offshore the
examples used for training purposes may differ from those found onsite. Training examplesshould represent the range of documents available and should be as typical and current aspossible.
All equipment must be maintained, and where appropriate, inspected and tested inaccordance with current standards/legislation.
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SECTION C OUTCOME
C.1 Certification and Recording
Persons successfully completing the nine introductory training modules will be issued
with an OPITO endorsed certificate for the Offshore Oil & Gas Industry MinimumIndustry Safety Training Programme.
The issue of the certificate indicates that the delegate has achieved the level oftraining as defined by oil and gas employers and approved by OPITO. The details ofeach delegate will be registered on Vantage, the industrys central recording database.
It is the responsibility of the training provider to issue the delegates with a certificatecontaining the following:
Establishment Name
Full OPITO Course Title & Identification Number
Delegate's Name Course Dates
Unique Certificate Number
Itemised Module Titles
Establishment Signatory
Each individual attending any OPITO approved course must complete a centralregister form. The forms must be returned by the training establishment to OPITOwithin one week of the training delivery.
Please note: New training providers (to OPITO) will be required to send both theoriginal (paper) registration forms, and the electronic registration until notifiedotherwise by Central Register.