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DRILLING RIG INSPECTION DETAILS

  • Inspection Date

  • Contractor

  • Equipment Suite/ Rig Number
  • Inspection Frequency

  • Contractor Representative

  • FMG Site

  • Specify Project Name/Number

  • Specify Location

  • GPS Location
  • Prepared By

DRILLING RIG

INSPECTION OVERVIEW - Major Hazards & Specific Components

  • Major Hazards applicable to this Compliance inspection are marked (MH)
    While conducting rig and auxiliary equipment inspections the FMG Major Hazards and Critical Controls are to form the main criteria for scrutiny with focus on the following which are specific to drilling rigs: Physical Separation, Isolation, Electrical Hazards, Cranes and Lifting Equipment and Mobile Plant & Equipment

  • SCORING FOR MAJOR HAZARDS:
    Reference= Any Additional Information from the Drill Standard and/or Australian Standards
    N/A= Not Applicable -2 = FAILED
    -1 = Present but Non Compliant
    1 = Minimum compliance, Improvement required
    2 = Compliant, no action required

  • SCORING FOR DRILL SPECIFIC ITEMS:
    Reference= Any Additional Information from the Drill Standard and/or Australian Standards
    N/A= Not Applicable FAILED
    0 = Present but Non Compliant
    1 = Minimum compliance, Improvement required
    2 = Compliant, no action required

DRILL RIG

  • Are you inspecting a drill rig ?

  • Asset Number

  • Take a Photo of the Equipment being Inspected

  • Select Drilling Method

EXCLUSION ZONE, BARRICADING & GUARDING

  • MH - Traffic adequately controlled in work area via cones / signs

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • MH-CC - Exclusion zones identified / barricaded i.e. rod handling, high pressure air/fluids, dropped objects, open edges

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - Where a barricade / exclusion zone is in place, signs or information tags are to be used, informing of the hazard / restricted area

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - All rigs regardless of type will have guarding around the base of the mast to prevent entanglement in rotating rods, casing, clamps, breakouts, rod handlers, feed chains, etc

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - Are all rotating/moving parts identified & guarded.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - Modifications & repairs to guarding must meet FMG and Australian standards. Is guarding in good condition, sufficient and without bent, broken or missing sections?

  • Service Provider plant and equipment shall comply with Fortescue Guarding & Engineering requirements which apply to all permanent and temporary controls designed to limit personnel interaction with plant and activities (100-PR-SA-1034 & 100-SP-ME-0003) and AS 4024.1501-2006. Guards shall be constructed from 'ARC' mesh, 50x50x3 mm, with rolled edges, unless noted otherwise on the drawings. Finish paint colour Y14 Golden Yellow.
    Guards on rotating equipment shall cover the complete rotating component with no gaps between the guard and housings, i.e. Low speed coupling guards and bearing housings.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - Can monitoring & inspection of equipment be done with guards in place (if not, view the procedure for the task)

  • MH-CC - Gravitational energy/dropped objects controlled via exclusion zones & barricading

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH - Crush points identified, labelled & where possible, guarded

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • MH - Line of fire risks identified & controlled

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

ISOLATION POINTS & EMERGENCY STOPS

  • MH-CC - Are isolators fitted to equipment and are they labelled and identify what they control?

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH - Are isolators able to be activated from ground levels

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • MH - Minimum of 3x Emergency stops, clearly labelled, identified and accessible from ground level.

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Other Faults00

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

ELECTRICAL

  • Battery & leads in good condition

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

OPERATING PLATFORM/ DRILLERS CONTROL PANEL

  • MH-CC - Overhead protection in place above Driller & control panel, rated for potential load

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Not too high, good access and egress

  • Level, free of trip hazards, non-slip surface

  • Structurally sound, free of sharp edges, obstacles, cracks and defects

  • Adequate Lighting/work lights (if doing night shift)

  • Good visibility of work area from platform

  • Tetra Radio available at Control Panel

  • Are all levers & controls clearly labelled, functional & undamaged

  • Do levers return to centre / neutral position

  • MH - Crush points identified, labelled & where possible, guarded

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

WORK PLATFORM, WALKWAYS, STEPS AND ACCESS LADDERS

  • Are removable sections retained

  • Do stairs and ladders terminate close enough to the ground and allow for 3 points of contact

  • MH-CC - Open edges & potential to fall 2 x 2 identified and controlled

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - Work platforms, elevated work areas and scaffolds shall have complete floors, hand rails, edge protection, barricades, toe boards & safe access & egress

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH - Do all gates open inward & are they self-closing, do handrails conform to design requirements

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • MH - Crush points identified, labelled & where possible, guarded

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

CYCLONE, SPLITTER & SAMPLE SYSTEM

  • No wear holes in cyclones or T Pieces, Wear bends & elbows in good condition

  • Cyclone is securely mounted & level with no cracks in mounting structure. If cyclone is on a trailer is it chocked & level?

  • Every three (3) years – Inspection of all load-bearing attachment points, welds and critical
    load bearing path areas, which will include cyclone support arm and attachment;

  • MH - Splitter rams & knife gates operational with isolation point fitted to knife draw

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Sample hose to be mineral sample hose rated to no less than 500 psi

  • T Piece/ Outside return pipe secure and has deflector fitted to end of pipe.

  • MH - Crush points identified, labelled & where possible, guarded

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

FIRE SUPPRESSION & HANDHELD FIRE EXTINGUISHERS

  • MH - Are fire extinguishers & suppression systems clearly labelled on all equipment (note - not all equipment will have fire suppression)

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • MH-CC - Is the fire suppression system adequately charged & in date?

  • • Visual Inspection every 6 months
    • Recharge of fire suppression every 12 months.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Are there enough fire extinguishers available, in date & of suitable type

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

FIRST AID & COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT

  • Trauma kit present at rig, correctly stocked & in date with tamper seals in tact

  • MH - Back up communication device available

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • MH - Functioning mine spec radio at site & signal receivable (perform radio check)

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

WATER PUMPS & HOSES

  • Are pumps, hoses & couplings in good condition with no leaks?

  • MH - Are hoses & couplings rated for the maximum likely pressure & do they have secondary retention i.e. pins or locking mechanisms?

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • MH-CC - Do high pressure delivery lines have suitable whip checks, anchor points?

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Are pump inlet(s) & controls labelled?

  • Water injection dust suppression capability to the cyclone & outside air return

  • Where fitted, do PRV’s discharge away from personnel

  • MH - High pressure water pumps will have a PRV, (pressure set) with current certs and discharge away from personnel

  • High pressure water pumps will have a relief valve that is pressure set and is monitored monthly and will be changed out every 12 months from install date. All relief valves must be on a register and have current certificates on the Drill Rig. High pressure water pumps used exclusively as a pressure cleaner and is not used for any other function i.e connected into the drill system, used for pumping out core etc, a pressure set PRV is not required.

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

DRILL HEAD ASSEMBLY

  • Air swivel condition, no air/water leaks

  • Condition of head guides

  • Head sub condition, no excessive wear

  • Drill head alignment

  • Automated blow down system, (Max 180psi on blowback)

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

SLIPS TABLE & BREAKOUTS

  • MH - Breakouts shall be designed to prevent any manual handling during the rod handling process and will be hydraulically operated from a single point

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • MH - No manual spanners in use, rigs must have hands free break out capability

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • No cracking, fatigued, worn or deformed components

  • Manual slips are correctly sized & fit correctly with lifting points or suitable handles for removal

  • Condition of breakout jaw inserts

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

ROD HANDLER

  • MH-CC - Exclusion zones identified / barricaded i.e. high pressure air/fluids, dropped objects, open edges

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - Gravitational energy/dropped objects controlled via exclusion zones & barricading

  • Refer to section 4.20 in Drill Standard

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • All hydraulic hoses and fittings condition

  • Are all rotating/moving parts identified & guarded.

  • Rod handler controls clearly labelled

  • Rod handler control levers return to neutral

  • If loading rods off a truck, is the rod truck in suitable position ?

  • MH - System operates via remote controls outside the exclusion zone & line of fire

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Rod handler operator & Driller have good visual contact

  • No cracking, fatigued, worn or deformed rod handler components

  • MH - Is there a system in place to prevent dropped rods from occurring

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

CRANES, LIFTING EQUIPMENT, WINCHES & WIRELINES

  • MH-CC - Is the machine rated capacity (MRC) or Working Load Limit WLL clearly identified and marked on all relevant lifting devices/equipment?

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH -No over spooling or bunching of wire ropes on cable drums. Check for winch & wireline creep

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • MH-CC - Check steel wire ropes used in lifting devices (Winch, Wireline Winch, JIB Winch, Hoist) for excessive amounts of rust, broken wires, squashing and deformities.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - Does all lifting equipment i.e pullback/ pulldown ropes, winch ropes, wirelines, slings etc have its own unique identity code or serial number, excluding shackles?

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Wire rope (excluding Diamond drilling Wireline wire rope) identification/ serial numbers are commonly stamped or etched in the swage of the wire rope. Cross reference the identification/ serial number on the swage to the details in the wire rope register. Wireline wire rope identification/ serial number location varies between drill rigs however, identification/ serial numbers must be kept in close proximity to the wireline assembly.

  • MH - Check wire rope lifting device/s (Winch, Wireline Winch, JIB Winch, Hoist) are fitted with Winch Limiter/Cut Out Switch

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • MH-CC - Are all lifting hooks fitted with a safety latch except for grab & chain shortening hooks?

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - No bent or deformed hooks & shackles

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - Inspect a sample of various lifting equipment (slings, chains etc) to check for damage, excessive wear and compliance to requirements

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

MAST STRUCTURE, CHASSIS, FRAME, PINS & PIVOT POINTS

  • Pivot points & pins receiving grease

  • Do all pins and bushes have retaining plates or lock pins

  • MH - Is the mast structure free from cracks and signs of fatigue

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Is the base structure free from cracks and signs of fatigue

  • Anything below a score of 1 must not be operated

  • Anything below a score of 1 must not be operated

  • MH - Does the mast have a complete floor when in the down position to facilitate safe access for working in the mast or doing mast inspections?

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • MH-CC - Anchorage points should be located overhead to prevent pendulum effect (WAH)

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

ONBOARD COMPRESSORS & AIR SYSTEMS

  • Aux air inlets & outlets labelled correctly

  • Aux Inlet & outlet connection assemblies plumbed 45 – 90 deg facing downwards

  • Pressure relief valves to be installed on all pressure vessels to prevent uncontrolled release of stored energy

  • MH - Check condition of receiver tanks & PRV’s,

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Ensure PRV's discharge away from personnel and point in a downward direction

  • Ensure any vertical PRV's have a bend (45 or 90 deg) on the outlet side to reduce any contamination or blockage

  • Ensure oil is present in sight glasses

  • Visually inspect air hoses, whip checks & hammer locks for damage

  • MH - Shackles to be rated the same strength or greater than the whip-check & have lock wires/pins if used above head height

  • Bolted fixtures above head height shall have a form of secondary retention;
    • Shackles must be a four-part configuration and appropriately rated;
    • Shackles used as terminal fittings are prevented from unscrewing, e.g. mousing or similar;
    • High pressure hose attachment points shall not be extended through the use of multiple
    shackles in order to be attached; (Rated Hammer locks and Chains acceptable);

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Has restricted tooling ( pneumatic tools/ air tools) been authorized for use ?

  • As per document 100-PR-SA-1018 - Restricted items such as Pneumatic tools require department manager approval

  • Air outlets for handheld air tools to have a regulator fitted to reduce pressure

  • MH-CC -Adequately rated whip checks/hose restraints to be fitted to all pressure hoses, they must be rated to the maximum pressure & volume of the hose, constructed from stainless or galvanised steel wire rope

  • Completed unit must as a minimum:
    • Shall have ≥900mm of hose grip, two attaching legs that are diametrically opposed with
    protective coating, formed eyes securing the unit and each no longer than 450mm in length;
    • In the event that the hose being secured is less than 900mm in length then a full-length whip
    check shall be used and shall be secured at each end;
    • Whip-checks are to have accredited certification from OEM; • No whip-check sock to be installed over potentially abrasive surface(s) (E.G: Dixon Boss bolt assembly) and any whip-check legs that are exposed to sharp, steel surface(s) shall have a protective coating or cover;
    • Each whip check leg shall have its own engineered and rated attachment point that shall not be shared by any other devices;

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Ensure all required air hoses (as per standard) have full length whip socks

  • • Air lines connected to a booster or auxiliary compressor shall be full-length Whip Checks

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

ENGINE & ENGINE BAY

  • Hot surfaces clearly labelled?

  • Are turbos, exhaust manifolds and exhaust components wrapped in lagging or guarded to prevent fires and contact with personnel.

  • Are there any engine oil leaks, coolant leaks or fuel leaks

  • Is there a build-up of oily rags / hydrocarbons creating fire risk

  • Is there any wear on turbo oil feed lines, fuel lines etc

  • Suitable access and egress for checking pre-start items

  • MH-CC - Are all rotating/moving parts identified & guarded.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Radiator has a manually operable or built in pressure relief valve cap and has overflow tube fitted.

  • The cooling system shall have the ability for the pressure to be completely relieved before the cap is removed. If a pressure relieving radiator cap cannot be fitted, the service provider shall ensure the coolant level can be checked and replenished without the removal of the radiator cap.

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

HYDRAULIC SYSTEM

  • Are there any hydraulic leaks? check hoses, rams, blocks, control valves, hydraulic pumps and rotation motors across all systems and aux equipment.

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

GENERAL HOUSEKEEPING

  • Is the drill site clear of unnecessary trip hazards, obstacles, hoses cords etc

  • All tools and equipment stored correctly

  • Rig site free of unnecessary rubbish

  • Spill kit available and adequately stocked ?

  • Hydrocarbons and chemicals stored correctly ?

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

OPERATIONAL CHECKS

  • MH-CC - Check condition of WAH equipment, Harnesses, Lanyards, Static Lines etc

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - Test E-Stop function

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH - Test rod cage or drill platform rod rotation cut-out, proximity or interlock switch are operational

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Are all gauges & warning lights operational

  • MH - Winch limiter switch/cut out operational on all lifting devices

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • MH - Cyclone knife gate isolation function

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Other Checks Performed?

  • Operational check preformed

COMPLIANCE & CERTIFICATION DOCUMENTATION

  • Evidence to be provided on Drillers/Operators Certification

  • • RC and Diamond Driller – Minimum Certificate III in Drilling (including VOC for method used);
    • Trainee Driller – Minimum Certificate II / Enrolled in Certificate III;
    • Licenced Waterwell Driller - As per the MCRWBA, only Drillers licensed by the Australian Drilling Industry Association (ADIA)
    for the applicable state; class of work proposed; and endorsed for the drilling method used shall carry out work on a water
    bore; and
    • Any unlicensed Trainee Driller must be supervised by an appropriately licensed Driller at all times while carrying out the
    work.

  • Evidence to be provided of last mast inspection completed

  • • There shall be a documented system in place to ensure mast inspections are completed

  • NDT report

  • The NDT shall be carried out on a triennial (3 year) basis, refer to 8.3 - Non Destructive Testing (NDT), of the drill standard.

  • MH-CC - Pressure Vessel and PRV certification

  • Ensure pressure relief valves are installed on all pressure vessels to
    prevent uncontrolled release of stored energy due to over pressure and in accordance with AS
    1210-2010: Pressure Relief Valve certificates are valid 1 year from inspection.
    Pressure vessels shall comply with Australian Standards AS1210-2010, AS3788:2006 and AS4343-2005 as well as Regulation 6.34 of the MSIR-1995.
    Each pressure vessel must have a logbook and an equipment file that contains copies of:
    Manufacturer’s Data Reports;
    Hydrostatic test certificates; and
    Third Party Inspection reports and proof of design registration (if applicable). Inspection reports (2 yearly external / 4 yearly internal)
    These items must be available on site at all times for review.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - Verify certification for WAH anchorage points. WAH anchorage point must be rated to withstand 15kN for 1 person or 21kN for 2 persons.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - View evidence of WAH system (Static line, anchorage points, posts, stanchions etc) Annual Inspection.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Lifting Equipment Register

  • Steel wire rope i.e winch, wireline, jib winch, pullback/ pulldown ropes etc inspection documentation.

  • All steel wire ropes shall be replaced annually or have a documented, accredited NDT inspection, which confirms wire ropes are within OEM specifications.

  • Electrical Register

  • Drill head saver sub/ head sub register

  • Safe Work Instructions/Procedure available in work area

  • The Service Provider shall review all relevant SWI’s/SOP's for the work scope as a minimum every two years.

  • Emergency Response Plan and Map of Area available

  • SDS available in work area

  • SDS documents shall be within 5 years of issue

EXCLUSION ZONE, BARRICADING & GUARDING

  • MH - Traffic adequately controlled in work area via cones / signs

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • MH-CC - Exclusion zones identified / barricaded i.e. rod handling, high pressure air/fluids, dropped objects, open edges

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - Where a barricade / exclusion zone is in place, signs or information tags are to be used, informing of the hazard / restricted area

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - All rigs regardless of type will have guarding around the base of the mast to prevent entanglement in rotating rods, casing, clamps, breakouts, rod handlers, feed chains, etc

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - Are all rotating/moving parts identified & guarded.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - Modifications & repairs to guarding must meet FMG and Australian standards. Is guarding in good condition, sufficient and without bent, broken or missing sections?

  • Service Provider plant and equipment shall comply with Fortescue Guarding & Engineering requirements which apply to all permanent and temporary controls designed to limit personnel interaction with plant and activities (100-PR-SA-1034 & 100-SP-ME-0003) and AS 4024.1501-2006. Guards shall be constructed from 'ARC' mesh, 50x50x3 mm, with rolled edges, unless noted otherwise on the drawings. Finish paint colour Y14 Golden Yellow.
    Guards on rotating equipment shall cover the complete rotating component with no gaps between the guard and housings, i.e. Low speed coupling guards and bearing housings.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - Can monitoring & inspection of equipment be done with guards in place (if not, view the procedure for the task)

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - Gravitational energy/dropped objects controlled via exclusion zones & barricading

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH - Crush points identified, labelled & where possible, guarded

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • MH - Line of fire risks identified & controlled

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

ISOLATION POINTS & EMERGENCY STOPS

  • MH-CC - Are isolators fitted to equipment and are they labelled and identify what they control?

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH - Are isolators able to be activated from ground level ?

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • MH - Minimum of 3x Emergency stops, clearly labelled, identified and accessible from ground level.

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

ELECTRICAL

  • Anderson plug fitted & labelled with a cover

  • Battery & leads in good condition

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

DRILLER OPERATING PLATFORM/ CONTROL PANEL

  • MH-CC - Overhead protection in place above Driller & control panel, rated for potential load

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Not too high, good access and egress

  • Level, free of trip hazards, non-slip surface

  • Structurally sound, free of sharp edges, obstacles, cracks and defects

  • Adequate Lighting/work lights (if doing night shift)

  • Good visibility of work area from platform

  • Tetra Radio available at Control Panel

  • Are all levers & controls clearly labelled, functional & undamaged

  • Do levers return to centre / neutral position

  • MH - Crush points identified, labelled & where possible, guarded

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

WORK PLATFORM, WALKWAYS, STEPS AND ACCESS LADDERS

  • Are removable sections retained

  • Do stairs and ladders terminate close enough to the ground and allow for 3 points of contact

  • MH-CC - Open edges & potential to fall 2 x 2 identified and controlled

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - Work platforms, elevated work areas and scaffolds shall have complete floors, hand rails, edge protection, barricades, toe boards & safe access & egress

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH - Do all gates open inward & are they self-closing, do handrails conform to design requirements

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • MH - Crush points identified, labelled & where possible, guarded

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

FIRE SUPPRESSION & HANDHELD FIRE EXTINGUISHERS

  • MH - Are fire extinguishers & suppression systems clearly labelled on all equipment (note - not all equipment will have fire suppression)

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • MH-CC - Is the fire suppression system adequately charged & in date?

  • • Visual Inspection every 6 months
    • Recharge of fire suppression every 12 months.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Are there enough fire extinguishers available, in date & of suitable type

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

FIRST AID & COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT

  • Trauma kit present at rig, correctly stocked & in date with tamper seals in tact

  • MH - Back up communication device available

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • MH - Functioning mine spec radio at site & signal receivable (perform radio check)

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

WATER PUMPS & HOSES

  • Are pumps, hoses & couplings in good condition with no leaks?

  • MH - Are hoses & couplings rated for the maximum likely pressure & do they have secondary retention i.e. pins or locking mechanisms?

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • MH-CC - Do high pressure delivery lines have suitable whip checks, anchor points?

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Are pumps inlets, outlets & controls labelled?

  • MH - High pressure water pumps will have a PRV, (pressure set) with current Certs and discharge away from personnel

  • High pressure water pumps will have a relief valve that is pressure set and is monitored monthly and will be changed out every 12 months from install date. All relief valves must be on a register and have current certificates on the Drill Rig. High pressure water pumps used exclusively as a pressure cleaner and is not used for any other function i.e connected into the drill system, used for pumping out core etc, a pressure set PRV is not required.

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

DRILL HEAD ASSEMBLY

  • Water swivel condition, no leaks ?

  • Condition of head guides

  • Head sub condition, no excessive wear

  • Drill head alignment

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

FOOT CLAMPS & BREAKOUTS

  • MH - Breakouts shall be designed to prevent any manual handling during the rod handling process and will be hydraulically operated from a single point

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • MH - No manual spanners in use, rigs must have hands free break out capability

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • No cracking, fatigued, worn or deformed components

  • Foot clamps are correctly sized & fit correctly with lifting points or suitable handles for removal

  • Condition of breakout jaw inserts

  • Swinging breakouts, hydraulic spanners and casing drive chucks shall have a system in place to prevent unintended movement or activation

  • i.e proximity switch on rotation cage/ gate to cut out swinging breakouts, dead man switch on valve bank to prevent casing drive chuck activation

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

ROD HANDLER & ROD MANIPULATORS

  • MH-CC - Exclusion zones identified / barricaded i.e. high pressure air/fluids, dropped objects, open edges

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - Gravitational energy/dropped objects controlled via exclusion zones & barricading

  • Refer to section 4.20 in Drill Standard

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • All hydraulic hoses and fittings condition

  • MH-CC - Are all rotating/moving parts identified & guarded.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Rod handler/ Manipulator controls clearly labelled

  • Control levers return to neutral

  • MH - System operates via remote controls outside the exclusion zone & line of fire

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Rod handler operator & Driller have good visual contact

  • No cracking, fatigued, worn or deformed components

  • MH - Is there a system in place to prevent dropped rods from occurring

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

CRANES, LIFTING EQUIPMENT, WINCHES & WIRELINES

  • MH-CC - Is the machine rated capacity (MRC) or Working Load Limit WLL clearly identified and marked on all relevant lifting devices/equipment?

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Main/ haul winch will have a disc locking clevis pin & shackle arrangement on the main winch rope haul plug. Core retrieval wirelines will have a lockable overshot & rated safety chain/wire rope

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Core retrieval wirelines will have a lockable overshot & rated safety chain/wire rope

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • MH -No over spooling or bunching of wire ropes on cable drums. Check for winch & wireline creep

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • MH-CC - Check steel wire ropes used in lifting devices (Winch, Wireline Winch, JIB Winch, Hoist) for excessive amounts of rust, broken wires, squashing and deformities

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - Does all lifting equipment have its own unique identity code or number, excluding shackles?

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH - Check wire rope lifting device/s (Winch, Wireline Winch, JIB Winch, Hoist) are fitted with Winch Limiter/Cut Out Switch

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • MH-CC - Are all lifting hooks fitted with a safety latch except for grab & chain shortening hooks?

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - No bent or deformed hooks & shackles

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - Inspect a sample of various lifting equipment (slings, chains etc) to check for damage, excessive wear and compliance to requirements

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

MAST STRUCTURE, CHASSIS, FRAME, PINS & PIVOT POINTS

  • Pivot points & pins receiving grease

  • Do all pins and bushes have retaining plates or lock pins

  • MH - Is the mast structure free from cracks and signs of fatigue

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Is the rig base structure free from cracks and signs of fatigue

  • Anything below a score of 1 must not be operated

  • Anything below a score of 1 must not be operated

  • MH - Does the mast have a complete floor when in the down position to facilitate safe access for working in the mast or doing mast inspections?

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • MH - Anchorage points should be located overhead to prevent pendulum effect (WAH)

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

ENGINE & ENGINE BAY

  • Hot surfaces clearly labelled?

  • Are turbos, exhaust manifolds and exhaust components wrapped in lagging or guarded to prevent fires and contact with personnel.

  • Are there any engine oil leaks, coolant leaks or fuel leaks

  • Is there a build-up of oily rags / hydrocarbons creating fire risk

  • Is there any wear on turbo oil feed lines, fuel lines etc

  • Suitable access and egress for checking pre-start items

  • MH-CC - Are all rotating/moving parts identified & guarded.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Radiator has a manually operable or built in pressure relief valve cap and has overflow tube fitted.

  • The cooling system shall have the ability for the pressure to be completely relieved before the cap is removed. If a pressure relieving radiator cap cannot be fitted, the service provider shall ensure the coolant level can be checked and replenished without the removal of the radiator cap.

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

HYDRAULIC SYSTEM

  • Are there any hydraulic leaks? check hoses, rams, blocks, control valves, hydraulic pumps and rotation motors across all systems and aux equipment.

GENERAL HOUSEKEEPING

  • Is the drill site clear of unnecessary trip hazards, obstacles, hoses cords etc

  • All tools and equipment stored correctly

  • Rig site free of unnecessary rubbish

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

OPERATIONAL CHECKS

  • MH-CC - Check condition of WAH equipment, Harnesses, Lanyards, Static Lines etc

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - Test E-Stop function

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH - Test rod cage or drill platform rod rotation cut-out, proximity or interlock switch are operational

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Are all gauges & warning lights operational

  • MH - Winch limiter switch/cut out operational on all lifting devices

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Other Checks Performed?

  • Operational check preformed

COMPLIANCE & CERTIFICATION DOCUMENTATION

  • Evidence to be provided on Drillers/Operators Certification

  • • RC and Diamond Driller – Minimum Certificate III in Drilling (including VOC for method used);
    • Trainee Driller – Minimum Certificate II / Enrolled in Certificate III;
    • Licenced Waterwell Driller - As per the MCRWBA, only Drillers licensed by the Australian Drilling Industry Association (ADIA)
    for the applicable state; class of work proposed; and endorsed for the drilling method used shall carry out work on a water
    bore; and
    • Any unlicensed Trainee Driller must be supervised by an appropriately licensed Driller at all times while carrying out the
    work.

  • Evidence to be provided of last mast inspection completed

  • • There shall be a documented system in place to ensure mast inspections are completed

  • NDT report

  • The NDT shall be carried out on a triennial (3 year) basis, refer to 8.3 - Non Destructive Testing (NDT), of the drill standard.

  • MH-CC - Verify certification for WAH anchorage points. WAH anchorage point must be rated to withstand 15kN for 1 person or 21kN for 2 persons.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - View evidence of WAH system (Static line, anchorage points, posts, stanchions etc) Annual Inspection.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Lifting Register

  • Steel wire rope i.e winch, wireline, jib winch, pullback/ pulldown ropes etc inspection documentation.

  • Steel wire rope i.e winch, wireline, jib winch, pullback/ pulldown ropes etc inspection documentation.

  • Electrical Register

  • Haul plug/ head sub register

  • Safe Work Instructions/Procedure available in work area

  • The Service Provider shall review all relevant SWI’s/SOP's for the work scope as a minimum every two years.

  • Emergency Response Plan and Map of Area available

  • SDS available in work area

  • SDS documents shall be within 5 years of issue

EXCLUSION ZONE, BARRICADING & GUARDING

  • MH - Traffic adequately controlled in work area via cones / signs

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • MH-CC - Exclusion zones identified / barricaded i.e. rod handling, high pressure air/fluids, dropped objects, open edges

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - Where a barricade / exclusion zone is in place, signs or information tags are to be used, informing of the hazard / restricted area

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - All rigs regardless of type will have guarding around the base of the mast to prevent entanglement in rotating rods, casing, clamps, breakouts, rod handlers, feed chains, etc

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - Are all rotating/moving parts identified & guarded.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - Modifications & repairs to guarding must meet FMG and Australian standards. Is guarding in good condition, sufficient and without bent, broken or missing sections?

  • Service Provider plant and equipment shall comply with Fortescue Guarding & Engineering requirements which apply to all permanent and temporary controls designed to limit personnel interaction with plant and activities (100-PR-SA-1034 & 100-SP-ME-0003) and AS 4024.1501-2006. Guards shall be constructed from 'ARC' mesh, 50x50x3 mm, with rolled edges, unless noted otherwise on the drawings. Finish paint colour Y14 Golden Yellow.
    Guards on rotating equipment shall cover the complete rotating component with no gaps between the guard and housings, i.e. Low speed coupling guards and bearing housings.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - Can monitoring & inspection of equipment be done with guards in place (if not, view the procedure for the task)

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - Gravitational energy/dropped objects controlled via exclusion zones & barricading

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH - Crush points identified, labelled & where possible, guarded

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • MH - Line of fire risks identified & controlled

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

ISOLATION POINTS & EMERGENCY STOPS

  • MH-CC - Are isolators fitted to equipment and are they labelled and identify what they control?

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH - Are isolators able to be activated from ground level ?

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • MH - Minimum of 3x Emergency stops, clearly labelled, identified and accessible from ground level.

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

ELECTRICAL

  • Anderson plug fitted & labelled with a cover

  • Battery & leads in good condition

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

OPERATING PLATFORM/ DRILLERS CONTROL PANEL

  • MH-CC - Overhead protection in place above Driller & control panel, rated for potential load

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Not too high, good access and egress

  • Level, free of trip hazards, non-slip surface

  • Structurally sound, free of sharp edges, obstacles, cracks and defects

  • Adequate Lighting/work lights (if doing night shift)

  • Good visibility of work area from platform

  • Tetra Radio available at Control Panel

  • Are all levers & controls clearly labelled, functional & undamaged

  • Do levers return to centre / neutral position

  • MH - Crush points identified, labelled & where possible, guarded

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

WORK PLATFORM, DRILL DECK, WALKWAYS, STEPS & ACCESS LADDERS

  • Are removable sections retained

  • Do stairs and ladders terminate close enough to the ground and allow for 3 points of contact

  • MH-CC - Open edges & potential to fall 2 x 2 identified and controlled

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - Work platforms, elevated work areas and scaffolds shall have complete floors, hand rails, edge protection, barricades, toe boards & safe access & egress

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH - Do all gates open inward & are they self-closing, do handrails conform to design requirements ?

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • MH - Crush points identified, labelled & where possible, guarded

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

FIRE SUPPRESSION & HANDHELD FIRE EXTINGUISHERS

  • MH - Are fire extinguishers & suppression systems clearly labelled on all equipment (note - not all equipment will have fire suppression)

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • MH-CC - Is the fire suppression system adequately charged & in date?

  • • Visual Inspection every 6 months
    • Recharge of fire suppression every 12 months.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Are there enough fire extinguishers available, in date & of suitable type

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

FIRST AID & COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT

  • Trauma kit present at rig, correctly stocked & in date with tamper seals in tact

  • MH - Back up communication device available

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • MH - Functioning mine spec radio at site & signal receivable (perform radio check)

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

WATERPUMPS & HOSES

  • Are pumps, hoses & couplings in good condition with no leaks?

  • MH - Are hoses & couplings rated for the maximum likely pressure & do they have secondary retention i.e. pins or locking mechanisms?

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • MH-CC - Do high pressure delivery lines have suitable whip checks, anchor points?

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Are inlets, outlets & controls labelled?

  • Where fitted, do PRV’s discharge away from personnel

  • Rigs utilizing pneumatic drilling techniques are to have water injection capability & dust suppression to the cyclone & outside air return

  • MH - High pressure water pumps will have a PRV, (pressure set) with current Certs.

  • High pressure water pumps will have a relief valve that is pressure set and is monitored monthly and will be changed out every 12 months from install date. All relief valves must be on a register and have current certificates on the Drill Rig. High pressure water pumps used exclusively as a pressure cleaner and is not used for any other function i.e connected into the drill system, used for pumping out core etc, a pressure set PRV is not required.

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

SAMPLE/ DISCHARGE SYSTEM

  • No wear holes in T Pieces, Wear bends & elbows in good condition

  • Sample hose open to atmospheric at discharge?

  • If the system is able to be mechanically sealed then it must be rated to the highest pressure of system.

  • Discharge pipes, wear bends on drill head to have suitable secondary retention system i.e safety chain, steel wire rope etc

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

DRILL HEAD ASSEMBLY

  • Air swivel condition, no air/water leaks

  • Condition of head guides

  • Head sub condition, no excessive wear

  • Drill head alignment

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

SLIPS TABLE/ BREAKOUTS & HYDRAULIC SPANNERS

  • MH - Breakouts shall be designed to prevent any manual handling during the rod handling process and will be hydraulically operated from a single point

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • No manual spanners in use, rigs must have hands free break out capability

  • No cracking, fatigued, worn or deformed breakout and hydraulic spanner components

  • Condition of breakout, foot clamp and lower drive jaw inserts

  • Swinging breakouts, hydraulic spanners and casing drive chucks shall have a system in place to prevent unintended movement or activation i.e proximity switch, dead man switch etc

  • i.e proximity switch on rotation cage/ gate to cut out swinging breakouts, dead man switch on valve bank to prevent casing drive chuck activation

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

CRANES, LIFTING EQUIPMENT, WINCHES & WIRELINES

  • MH-CC - Is the machine rated capacity (MRC) or Working Load Limit WLL clearly identified and marked on all relevant lifting devices/equipment?

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH -No over spooling or bunching of wire ropes on cable drums. Check for winch & wireline creep

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • MH-CC - Check steel wire ropes used in lifting devices (Winch, Wireline Winch, JIB Winch, Hoist) for excessive amounts of rust, broken wires, squashing and deformities

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - Does all lifting equipment have its own unique identity code or number, excluding shackles?

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH - Check wire rope lifting device/s (Winch, Wireline Winch, JIB Winch, Hoist) are fitted with Winch Limiter/Cut Out Switch

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • MH-CC - Are all lifting hooks fitted with a safety latch except for grab & chain shortening hooks?

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - No bent or deformed hooks & shackles

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - Inspect a sample of various lifting equipment (slings, chains etc) to check for damage, excessive wear and compliance to requirements

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

MAST STRUCTURE, CHASSIS, FRAME, PINS & PIVOT POINTS

  • Pivot points & pins receiving grease

  • Do all pins and bushes have retaining plates or lock pins

  • MH - Is the mast structure free from cracks and signs of fatigue

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Is the base structure free from cracks and signs of fatigue

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • MH - Does the mast have a complete floor when in the down position to facilitate safe access for working in the mast or doing mast inspections?

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • MH-CC - Anchorage points should be located overhead to prevent pendulum effect (WAH)

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

ONBOARD COMPRESSORS & AIR SYSTEMS

  • Is there an board Compressor & Air System

  • Aux air inlets & outlets labelled correctly

  • Inlet & outlet connection assemblies plumbed 45 – 90 deg facing downwards

  • Pressure relief valves to be installed on all pressure vessels to prevent uncontrolled release of stored energy

  • MH - Check condition of receiver tanks & PRV’s,

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Ensure PRV's discharge away from personnel and point in a downward direction

  • Ensure any vertical PRV's have a bend (45 or 90 deg) on the outlet side to reduce any contamination or blockage

  • Ensure oil is present in sight glasses

  • Visually inspect air hoses, whip checks & hammer locks for damage

  • MH - Shackles to be rated the same strength or greater than the whip-check & have lock wires/pins if used above head height

  • Bolted fixtures above head height shall have a form of secondary retention;
    • Shackles must be a four-part configuration and appropriately rated;
    • Shackles used as terminal fittings are prevented from unscrewing, e.g. mousing or similar;
    • High pressure hose attachment points shall not be extended through the use of multiple
    shackles in order to be attached; (Rated Hammer locks and Chains acceptable);

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Has restricted tooling ( pneumatic tools/ air tools) been authorized for use ?

  • As per document 100-PR-SA-1018 - Restricted items such as Pneumatic tools require department manager approval

  • Air outlets for handheld air tools to have a regulator fitted to reduce pressure

  • MH-CC - Adequately rated whip checks/hose restraints to be fitted to all pressure hoses, they must be rated to the maximum pressure & volume of the hose, constructed from stainless or galvanised steel wire rope

  • Completed unit must as a minimum:
    • Shall have ≥900mm of hose grip, two attaching legs that are diametrically opposed with
    protective coating, formed eyes securing the unit and each no longer than 450mm in length;
    • In the event that the hose being secured is less than 900mm in length then a full-length whip
    check shall be used and shall be secured at each end;
    • Whip-checks are to have accredited certification from OEM; • No whip-check sock to be installed over potentially abrasive surface(s) (E.G: Dixon Boss bolt assembly) and any whip-check legs that are exposed to sharp, steel surface(s) shall have a protective coating or cover;
    • Each whip check leg shall have its own engineered and rated attachment point that shall not be shared by any other devices;

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Ensure all required air hoses (as per standard) have full length whip socks

  • • Air lines connected to a booster or auxiliary compressor shall be full-length Whip Checks

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

  • Aux air inlets & outlets labelled correctly

  • Inlet & outlet connection assemblies plumbed 45 – 90 deg facing downwards

  • Visually inspect air hoses, whip checks & hammer locks for damage

  • MH - Shackles to be rated the same strength or greater than the whip-check & have lock wires/pins if used above head height

  • Bolted fixtures above head height shall have a form of secondary retention;
    • Shackles must be a four-part configuration and appropriately rated;
    • Shackles used as terminal fittings are prevented from unscrewing, e.g. mousing or similar;
    • High pressure hose attachment points shall not be extended through the use of multiple
    shackles in order to be attached; (Rated Hammer locks and Chains acceptable);

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • MH-CC - Adequately rated whip checks/hose restraints to be fitted to all pressure hoses, they must be rated to the maximum pressure & volume of the hose, constructed from stainless or galvanised steel wire rope

  • Completed unit must as a minimum:
    • Shall have ≥900mm of hose grip, two attaching legs that are diametrically opposed with
    protective coating, formed eyes securing the unit and each no longer than 450mm in length;
    • In the event that the hose being secured is less than 900mm in length then a full-length whip
    check shall be used and shall be secured at each end;
    • Whip-checks are to have accredited certification from OEM; • No whip-check sock to be installed over potentially abrasive surface(s) (E.G: Dixon Boss bolt assembly) and any whip-check legs that are exposed to sharp, steel surface(s) shall have a protective coating or cover;
    • Each whip check leg shall have its own engineered and rated attachment point that shall not be shared by any other devices;

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

ENGINE & ENGINE BAY

  • Hot surfaces clearly labelled?

  • Are turbos, exhaust manifolds and exhaust components wrapped in lagging or guarded to prevent fires and contact with personnel.

  • Are there any engine oil leaks, coolant leaks or fuel leaks

  • Is there a build-up of oily rags / hydrocarbons creating fire risk

  • Is there any wear on turbo oil feed lines, fuel lines etc

  • Suitable access and egress for checking pre-start items

  • MH-CC - Are all rotating/moving parts identified & guarded.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Radiator has a manually operable or built in pressure relief valve cap and has overflow tube fitted.

  • The cooling system shall have the ability for the pressure to be completely relieved before the cap is removed. If a pressure relieving radiator cap cannot be fitted, the service provider shall ensure the coolant level can be checked and replenished without the removal of the radiator cap.

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

HYDRAULIC SYSTEM

  • Are there any hydraulic leaks? check hoses, rams, blocks, control valves, hydraulic pumps and rotation motors across all systems and aux equipment.

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

GENERAL HOUSEKEEPING

  • Is the drill site clear of unnecessary trip hazards, obstacles, hoses cords etc

  • All tools and equipment stored correctly

  • Rig site free of unnecessary rubbish

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

OPERATIONAL CHECKS

  • MH-CC - Check condition of WAH equipment, Harnesses, Lanyards, Static Lines etc

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - Test E-Stop function

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Lower jaws / foot clamps maintain pressure

  • MH - Test rod cage or drill platform cut-out/ proximity/ interlock switches are operational i.e rod cage rotation cut-out, swinging breakouts cut-out, rod presenter dead-man etc

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Are all gauges & warning lights operational

  • MH - Winch limiter switch/cut out operational on all lifting devices

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Other Checks Performed?

  • Operational check preformed

COMPLIANCE & CERTIFICATION DOCUMENTATION

  • Evidence to be provided on Drillers/Operators Certification

  • • RC and Diamond Driller – Minimum Certificate III in Drilling (including VOC for method used);
    • Trainee Driller – Minimum Certificate II / Enrolled in Certificate III;
    • Licenced Waterwell Driller - As per the MCRWBA, only Drillers licensed by the Australian Drilling Industry Association (ADIA)
    for the applicable state; class of work proposed; and endorsed for the drilling method used shall carry out work on a water
    bore; and
    • Any unlicensed Trainee Driller must be supervised by an appropriately licensed Driller at all times while carrying out the
    work.

  • Evidence to be provided of last mast inspection completed

  • • There shall be a documented system in place to ensure mast inspections are completed

  • NDT report

  • The NDT shall be carried out on a triennial (3 year) basis, refer to 8.3 - Non Destructive Testing (NDT), of the drill standard.

  • MH-CC - Pressure Vessel and PRV certification

  • Ensure pressure relief valves are installed on all pressure vessels to
    prevent uncontrolled release of stored energy due to over pressure and in accordance with AS
    1210-2010: Pressure Relief Valve certificates are valid 1 year from inspection.
    Pressure vessels shall comply with Australian Standards AS1210-2010, AS3788:2006 and AS4343-2005 as well as Regulation 6.34 of the MSIR-1995.
    Each pressure vessel must have a logbook and an equipment file that contains copies of:
    Manufacturer’s Data Reports;
    Hydrostatic test certificates; and
    Third Party Inspection reports and proof of design registration (if applicable). Inspection reports (2 yearly external / 4 yearly internal)
    These items must be available on site at all times for review.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - Verify certification for WAH anchorage points. WAH anchorage point must be rated to withstand 15kN for 1 person or 21kN for 2 persons.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - View evidence of WAH system (Static line, anchorage points, posts, stanchions etc) Annual Inspection.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Lifting Register

  • Steel wire rope i.e winch, wireline, jib winch, pullback/ pulldown ropes etc inspection documentation.

  • All steel wire ropes shall be replaced annually or have a documented, accredited NDT inspection, which confirms wire ropes are within OEM specifications.

  • Electrical Register

  • Safe Work Instructions/Procedure available in work area

  • The Service Provider shall review all relevant SWI’s/SOP's for the work scope as a minimum every two years.

  • Emergency Response Plan and Map of Area available

  • SDS available in work area

  • SDS documents shall be within 5 years of issue

EXCLUSION ZONE, BARRICADING & GUARDING

  • MH - Traffic adequately controlled in work area via cones / signs

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • MH-CC - Exclusion zones identified / barricaded i.e. rod handling, high pressure air/fluids, dropped objects, open edges

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - Where a barricade / exclusion zone is in place, signs or information tags are to be used, informing of the hazard / restricted area

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - All rigs regardless of type will have guarding around the base of the mast to prevent entanglement in rotating rods, casing, clamps, breakouts, rod handlers, feed chains, etc

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - Are all rotating/moving parts identified & guarded.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - Modifications & repairs to guarding must meet FMG and Australian standards. Is guarding in good condition, sufficient and without bent, broken or missing sections?

  • Service Provider plant and equipment shall comply with Fortescue Guarding & Engineering requirements which apply to all permanent and temporary controls designed to limit personnel interaction with plant and activities (100-PR-SA-1034 & 100-SP-ME-0003) and AS 4024.1501-2006. Guards shall be constructed from 'ARC' mesh, 50x50x3 mm, with rolled edges, unless noted otherwise on the drawings. Finish paint colour Y14 Golden Yellow.
    Guards on rotating equipment shall cover the complete rotating component with no gaps between the guard and housings, i.e. Low speed coupling guards and bearing housings.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - Can monitoring & inspection of equipment be done with guards in place (if not, view the procedure for the task)

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH - Gravitational energy/dropped objects controlled via exclusion zones & barricading

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • MH - Crush points identified, labelled & where possible, guarded

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • MH - Line of fire risks identified & controlled

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

ISOLATION POINTS & EMERGENCY STOPS

  • MH-CC - Are isolators fitted to equipment and are they labelled and identify what they control?

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH - Are isolators able to be activated from ground level ?

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • MH - Minimum of 3x Emergency stops, clearly labelled, identified and accessible from ground level.

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

ELECTRICAL

  • Anderson plug fitted & labelled with a cover

  • Battery & leads in good condition

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

OPERATING PLATFORM/ DRILLERS CONTROL PANEL

  • MH-CC - Overhead protection in place above Driller & control panel, rated for potential load

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Not too high, good access and egress

  • Level, free of trip hazards, non-slip surface

  • Structurally sound, free of sharp edges, obstacles, cracks and defects

  • Adequate Lighting/work lights (if doing night shift)

  • Good visibility of work area from platform

  • Tetra Radio available at Control Panel

  • Are all levers & controls clearly labelled, functional & undamaged

  • Do levers return to centre / neutral position

  • MH - Crush points identified, labelled & where possible, guarded

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

WORK PLATFORM, WALKWAYS, STEPS AND ACCESS LADDERS

  • Are removable sections retained

  • Do stairs and ladders terminate close enough to the ground and allow for 3 points of contact

  • MH-CC - Open edges & potential to fall 2 x 2 identified and controlled

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - Work platforms, elevated work areas and scaffolds shall have complete floors, hand rails, edge protection, barricades, toe boards & safe access & egress

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH - Do all gates open inward & are they self-closing, do handrails conform to design requirements

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • MH - Crush points identified, labelled & where possible, guarded

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

FIRE SUPPRESSION & HANDHELD FIRE EXTINGUISHERS

  • MH - Are fire extinguishers & suppression systems clearly labelled on all equipment (note - not all equipment will have fire suppression)

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • MH-CC - Is the fire suppression system adequately charged & in date?

  • • Visual Inspection every 6 months
    • Recharge of fire suppression every 12 months.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Are there enough fire extinguishers available, in date & of suitable type

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

FIRST AID & COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT

  • Trauma kit present at rig, correctly stocked & in date with tamper seals in tact

  • MH - Back up communication device available

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • MH - Functioning mine spec radio at site & signal receivable (perform radio check)

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

WATER PUMPS & HOSES

  • Are pumps, hoses & couplings in good condition with no leaks?

  • MH - Are hoses & couplings rated for the maximum likely pressure & do they have secondary retention i.e. pins or locking mechanisms?

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • MH-CC - Do high pressure delivery lines have suitable whip checks, anchor points?

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Are inlets, outlets & controls labelled?

  • Where fitted, do PRV’s discharge away from personnel

  • MH - High pressure water pumps will have a PRV, (pressure set) with current Certs.

  • High pressure water pumps will have a relief valve that is pressure set and is monitored monthly and will be changed out every 12 months from install date. All relief valves must be on a register and have current certificates on the Drill Rig. High pressure water pumps used exclusively as a pressure cleaner and is not used for any other function i.e connected into the drill system, used for pumping out core etc, a pressure set PRV is not required.

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

DRILL HEAD ASSEMBLY

  • Air swivel condition, no air/water leaks

  • Condition of head guides

  • Head sub condition, no excessive wear

  • Drill head alignment

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

SAMPLE/ DISCHARGE SYSTEM

  • No wear holes in T Pieces, Wear bends & elbows in good condition

  • Discharge hose rated to no less than 500 psi

  • Discharge pipes, wear bends on drill head to have suitable secondary retention system i.e safety chain, steel wire rope etc

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

SLIPS TABLE & BREAKOUTS

  • MH - Breakouts shall be designed to prevent any manual handling during the rod handling process and will be hydraulically operated from a single point

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • MH - No manual spanners in use, rigs must have hands free break out capability

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • No cracking, fatigued, worn or deformed components

  • Manual slips are correctly sized & fit correctly with lifting points or suitable handles for removal

  • Condition of breakout jaw inserts

  • Swinging breakouts, hydraulic spanners shall have a system in place to prevent unintended movement or activation i.e proximity switch, dead man switch etc

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

ROD HANDLER

  • MH-CC - Exclusion zones identified / barricaded i.e. high pressure air/fluids, dropped objects, open edges

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - Gravitational energy/dropped objects controlled via exclusion zones & barricading

  • Refer to section 4.20 in Drill Standard

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • All hydraulic hoses and fittings condition

  • MH-CC - Are all rotating/moving parts identified & guarded.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Rod loader controls clearly labelled

  • Control levers return to neutral

  • Rod loader operation in suitable position

  • MH - System operates via remote controls outside the exclusion zone & line of fire

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Rod handler operator & Driller have good visual contact

  • No cracking, fatigued, worn or deformed rod handler components

  • MH - Is there a system in place to prevent dropped rods from occurring

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

CRANES, LIFTING EQUIPMENT, WINCHES & WIRELINES

  • MH-CC - Is the machine rated capacity (MRC) or Working Load Limit WLL clearly identified and marked on all relevant lifting devices/equipment?

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH -No over spooling or bunching of wire ropes on cable drums. Check for winch & wireline creep

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • MH-CC - Check steel wire ropes used in lifting devices (Winch, Wireline Winch, JIB Winch, Hoist) for excessive amounts of rust, broken wires, squashing and deformities

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - Does all lifting equipment have its own unique identity code or number, excluding shackles?

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH - Check wire rope lifting device/s (Winch, Wireline Winch, JIB Winch, Hoist) are fitted with Winch Limiter/Cut Out Switch

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • MH-CC - Are all lifting hooks fitted with a safety latch except for grab & chain shortening hooks?

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - No bent or deformed hooks & shackles

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - Inspect a sample of various lifting equipment (slings, chains etc) to check for damage, excessive wear and compliance to requirements

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

MAST STRUCTURE, CHASSIS, FRAME, PINS & PIVOT POINTS

  • Pivot points & pins receiving grease

  • Do all pins and bushes have retaining plates or lock pins

  • MH - Is the mast structure free from cracks and signs of fatigue

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Is the base structure free from cracks and signs of fatigue

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • MH - Does the mast have a complete floor when in the down position to facilitate safe access for working in the mast or doing mast inspections?

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • MH-CC - Anchorage points should be located overhead to prevent pendulum effect (WAH)

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

ONBOARD COMPRESSORS & AIR SYSTEMS

  • Aux air inlets & outlets labelled correctly

  • Inlet & outlet connection assemblies plumbed 45 – 90 deg facing downwards

  • Pressure relief valves to be installed on all pressure vessels to prevent uncontrolled release of stored energy

  • MH - Check condition of receiver tanks & PRV’s,

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Ensure PRV's discharge away from personnel and point in a downward direction

  • Ensure any vertical PRV's have a bend (45 or 90 deg) on the outlet side to reduce any contamination or blockage

  • Ensure oil is present in sight glasses

  • Visually inspect air hoses, whip checks & hammer locks for damage

  • MH - Shackles to be rated the same strength or greater than the whip-check & have lock wires/pins if used above head height

  • Bolted fixtures above head height shall have a form of secondary retention;
    • Shackles must be a four-part configuration and appropriately rated;
    • Shackles used as terminal fittings are prevented from unscrewing, e.g. mousing or similar;
    • High pressure hose attachment points shall not be extended through the use of multiple
    shackles in order to be attached; (Rated Hammer locks and Chains acceptable);

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Has restricted tooling ( pneumatic tools/ air tools) been authorized for use ?

  • As per document 100-PR-SA-1018 - Restricted items such as Pneumatic tools require department manager approval

  • Air outlets for handheld air tools to have a regulator fitted to reduce pressure

  • MH-CC -Adequately rated whip checks/hose restraints to be fitted to all pressure hoses, they must be rated to the maximum pressure & volume of the hose, constructed from stainless or galvanised steel wire rope

  • Completed unit must as a minimum:
    • Shall have ≥900mm of hose grip, two attaching legs that are diametrically opposed with
    protective coating, formed eyes securing the unit and each no longer than 450mm in length;
    • In the event that the hose being secured is less than 900mm in length then a full-length whip
    check shall be used and shall be secured at each end;
    • Whip-checks are to have accredited certification from OEM; • No whip-check sock to be installed over potentially abrasive surface(s) (E.G: Dixon Boss bolt assembly) and any whip-check legs that are exposed to sharp, steel surface(s) shall have a protective coating or cover;
    • Each whip check leg shall have its own engineered and rated attachment point that shall not be shared by any other devices;

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Ensure all required air hoses (as per standard) have full length whip socks

  • • Air lines connected to a booster or auxiliary compressor shall be full-length Whip Checks

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

ENGINE & ENGINE BAY

  • Hot surfaces clearly labelled?

  • Are turbos, exhaust manifolds and exhaust components wrapped in lagging or guarded to prevent fires and contact with personnel.

  • Are there any engine oil leaks, coolant leaks or fuel leaks

  • Is there a build-up of oily rags / hydrocarbons creating fire risk

  • Is there any wear on turbo oil feed lines, fuel lines etc

  • Suitable access and egress for checking pre-start items

  • MH-CC - Are all rotating/moving parts identified & guarded.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Radiator has a manually operable or built in pressure relief valve cap and has overflow tube fitted.

  • The cooling system shall have the ability for the pressure to be completely relieved before the cap is removed. If a pressure relieving radiator cap cannot be fitted, the service provider shall ensure the coolant level can be checked and replenished without the removal of the radiator cap.

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

HYDRAULIC SYSTEM

  • Are there any hydraulic leaks? check hoses, rams, blocks, control valves, hydraulic pumps and rotation motors across all systems and aux equipment.

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

GENERAL HOUSEKEEPING

  • Is the drill site clear of unnecessary trip hazards, obstacles, hoses cords etc

  • All tools and equipment stored correctly

  • Rig site free of unnecessary rubbish

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

OPERATIONAL CHECKS

  • MH-CC - Check condition of WAH equipment, Harnesses, Lanyards, Static Lines etc

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - Test E-Stop function

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Lower jaws / foot clamps maintain pressure

  • MH - Test rod cage or drill platform cut-out/ proximity/ interlock switches are operational i.e rod cage rotation cut-out, swinging breakouts cut-out, rod presenter dead-man etc

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Are all gauges & warning lights operational

  • MH - Winch limiter switch/cut out operational on all lifting devices

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Other Checks Performed?

  • Operational check preformed

COMPLIANCE & CERTIFICATION DOCUMENTATION

  • Evidence to be provided on Drillers/Operators Certification

  • • RC and Diamond Driller – Minimum Certificate III in Drilling (including VOC for method used);
    • Trainee Driller – Minimum Certificate II / Enrolled in Certificate III;
    • Licenced Waterwell Driller - As per the MCRWBA, only Drillers licensed by the Australian Drilling Industry Association (ADIA)
    for the applicable state; class of work proposed; and endorsed for the drilling method used shall carry out work on a water
    bore; and
    • Any unlicensed Trainee Driller must be supervised by an appropriately licensed Driller at all times while carrying out the
    work.

  • Evidence to be provided of last mast inspection completed

  • • There shall be a documented system in place to ensure mast inspections are completed

  • NDT report

  • The NDT shall be carried out on a triennial (3 year) basis, refer to 8.3 - Non Destructive Testing (NDT), of the drill standard.

  • MH-CC - Pressure Vessel and PRV certification

  • Ensure pressure relief valves are installed on all pressure vessels to
    prevent uncontrolled release of stored energy due to over pressure and in accordance with AS
    1210-2010: Pressure Relief Valve certificates are valid 1 year from inspection.
    Pressure vessels shall comply with Australian Standards AS1210-2010, AS3788:2006 and AS4343-2005 as well as Regulation 6.34 of the MSIR-1995.
    Each pressure vessel must have a logbook and an equipment file that contains copies of:
    Manufacturer’s Data Reports;
    Hydrostatic test certificates; and
    Third Party Inspection reports and proof of design registration (if applicable). Inspection reports (2 yearly external / 4 yearly internal)
    These items must be available on site at all times for review.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - Verify certification for WAH anchorage points. WAH anchorage point must be rated to withstand 15kN for 1 person or 21kN for 2 persons.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - View evidence of WAH system (Static line, anchorage points, posts, stanchions etc) Annual Inspection.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Lifting Register

  • Steel wire rope i.e winch, wireline, jib winch, pullback/ pulldown ropes etc inspection documentation.

  • All steel wire ropes shall be replaced annually or have a documented, accredited NDT inspection, which confirms wire ropes are within OEM specifications.

  • Electrical Register

  • Safe Work Instructions/Procedure available in work area

  • The Service Provider shall review all relevant SWI’s/SOP's for the work scope as a minimum every two years.

  • Emergency Response Plan and Map of Area available

  • SDS available in work area

  • SDS documents shall be within 5 years of issue

EXCLUSION ZONE, BARRICADING & GUARDING

  • MH - Traffic adequately controlled in work area via cones / signs

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • MH-CC - Exclusion zones identified / barricaded i.e. rod handling, high pressure air/fluids, dropped objects, open edges

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - Where a barricade / exclusion zone is in place, signs or information tags are to be used, informing of the hazard / restricted area

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - All rigs regardless of type will have guarding around the base of the mast to prevent entanglement in rotating rods, casing, clamps, breakouts, rod handlers, feed chains, etc

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - Are all rotating/moving parts identified & guarded.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - Modifications & repairs to guarding must meet FMG and Australian standards. Is guarding in good condition, sufficient and without bent, broken or missing sections?

  • Service Provider plant and equipment shall comply with Fortescue Guarding & Engineering requirements which apply to all permanent and temporary controls designed to limit personnel interaction with plant and activities (100-PR-SA-1034 & 100-SP-ME-0003) and AS 4024.1501-2006. Guards shall be constructed from 'ARC' mesh, 50x50x3 mm, with rolled edges, unless noted otherwise on the drawings. Finish paint colour Y14 Golden Yellow.
    Guards on rotating equipment shall cover the complete rotating component with no gaps between the guard and housings, i.e. Low speed coupling guards and bearing housings.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - Can monitoring & inspection of equipment be done with guards in place (if not, view the procedure for the task)

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - Gravitational energy/dropped objects controlled via exclusion zones & barricading

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH - Crush points identified, labelled & where possible, guarded

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • MH - Line of fire risks identified & controlled

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

ISOLATION POINTS & EMERGENCY STOPS

  • MH-CC - Are isolators fitted to equipment and are they labelled and identify what they control?

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH - Are isolators able to be activated from ground level ?

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • MH - Minimum of 3x Emergency stops, clearly labelled, identified and accessible from ground level.

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

ELECTRICAL

  • Anderson plug fitted & labelled with a cover

  • Battery & leads in good condition

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

DRILLER OPERATING PLATFORM/ CONTROL PANEL

  • MH-CC - Overhead protection in place above Driller & control panel, rated for potential load

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Not too high, good access and egress

  • Level, free of trip hazards, non-slip surface

  • Structurally sound, free of sharp edges, obstacles, cracks and defects

  • Adequate Lighting/work lights (if doing night shift)

  • Good visibility of work area from platform

  • Tetra Radio available at Control Panel

  • Are all levers & controls clearly labelled, functional & undamaged

  • Do levers return to centre / neutral position

  • MH - Crush points identified, labelled & where possible, guarded

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

WORK PLATFORM, WALKWAYS, STEPS AND ACCESS LADDERS

  • Are removable sections retained

  • Do stairs and ladders terminate close enough to the ground and allow for 3 points of contact

  • MH-CC - Open edges & potential to fall 2 x 2 identified and controlled

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - Work platforms, elevated work areas and scaffolds shall have complete floors, hand rails, edge protection, barricades, toe boards & safe access & egress

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH - Do all gates open inward & are they self-closing, do handrails conform to design requirements

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • MH - Crush points identified, labelled & where possible, guarded

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

FIRE SUPPRESSION & HANDHELD FIRE EXTINGUISHERS

  • MH - Are fire extinguishers & suppression systems clearly labelled on all equipment (note - not all equipment will have fire suppression)

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • MH-CC - Is the fire suppression system adequately charged & in date?

  • • Visual Inspection every 6 months
    • Recharge of fire suppression every 12 months.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Are there enough fire extinguishers available, in date & of suitable type

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

FIRST AID & COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT

  • Trauma kit present at rig, correctly stocked & in date with tamper seals in tact

  • MH - Back up communication device available

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • MH - Functioning mine spec radio at site & signal receivable (perform radio check)

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

WATER PUMPS & HOSES

  • Are pumps, hoses & couplings in good condition with no leaks?

  • MH - Are hoses & couplings rated for the maximum likely pressure & do they have secondary retention i.e. pins or locking mechanisms?

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • MH-CC - Do high pressure delivery lines have suitable whip checks, anchor points?

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Are pumps inlets, outlets & controls labelled?

  • MH - High pressure water pumps will have a PRV, (pressure set) with current Certs and discharge away from personnel

  • High pressure water pumps will have a relief valve that is pressure set and is monitored monthly and will be changed out every 12 months from install date. All relief valves must be on a register and have current certificates on the Drill Rig. High pressure water pumps used exclusively as a pressure cleaner and is not used for any other function i.e connected into the drill system, used for pumping out core etc, a pressure set PRV is not required.

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

DRILL HEAD ASSEMBLY

  • Water swivel condition, no leaks ?

  • Condition of head guides

  • Head sub condition, no excessive wear

  • Drill head alignment

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

FOOT CLAMPS & BREAKOUTS

  • MH - Breakouts shall be designed to prevent any manual handling during the rod handling process and will be hydraulically operated from a single point

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • MH - No manual spanners in use, rigs must have hands free break out capability

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • No cracking, fatigued, worn or deformed components

  • Foot clamps are correctly sized & fit correctly with lifting points or suitable handles for removal

  • Condition of breakout jaw inserts

  • Swinging breakouts, hydraulic spanners and casing drive chucks shall have a system in place to prevent unintended movement or activation

  • i.e proximity switch on rotation cage/ gate to cut out swinging breakouts, dead man switch on valve bank to prevent casing drive chuck activation

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

ROD HANDLER & ROD MANIPULATORS

  • MH-CC - Exclusion zones identified / barricaded i.e. high pressure air/fluids, dropped objects, open edges

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - Gravitational energy/dropped objects controlled via exclusion zones & barricading

  • Refer to section 4.20 in Drill Standard

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • All hydraulic hoses and fittings condition

  • MH-CC - Are all rotating/moving parts identified & guarded.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Rod handler/ Manipulator controls clearly labelled

  • Control levers return to neutral

  • MH - System operates via remote controls outside the exclusion zone & line of fire

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Rod handler operator & Driller have good visual contact

  • No cracking, fatigued, worn or deformed components

  • MH - Is there a system in place to prevent dropped rods from occurring

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

CRANES, LIFTING EQUIPMENT, WINCHES & WIRELINES

  • MH-CC - Is the machine rated capacity (MRC) or Working Load Limit WLL clearly identified and marked on all relevant lifting devices/equipment?

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Main/ haul winch will have a disc locking clevis pin & shackle arrangement on the main winch rope haul plug. Core retrieval wirelines will have a lockable overshot & rated safety chain/wire rope

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Core retrieval wirelines will have a lockable overshot & rated safety chain/wire rope

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • MH -No over spooling or bunching of wire ropes on cable drums. Check for winch & wireline creep

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • MH-CC - Check steel wire ropes used in lifting devices (Winch, Wireline Winch, JIB Winch, Hoist) for excessive amounts of rust, broken wires, squashing and deformities

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - Does all lifting equipment have its own unique identity code or number, excluding shackles?

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH - Check wire rope lifting device/s (Winch, Wireline Winch, JIB Winch, Hoist) are fitted with Winch Limiter/Cut Out Switch

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • MH-CC - Are all lifting hooks fitted with a safety latch except for grab & chain shortening hooks?

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - No bent or deformed hooks & shackles

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - Inspect a sample of various lifting equipment (slings, chains etc) to check for damage, excessive wear and compliance to requirements

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

MAST STRUCTURE, CHASSIS, FRAME, PINS & PIVOT POINTS

  • Pivot points & pins receiving grease

  • Do all pins and bushes have retaining plates or lock pins

  • MH - Is the mast structure free from cracks and signs of fatigue

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Is the rig base structure free from cracks and signs of fatigue

  • Anything below a score of 1 must not be operated

  • Anything below a score of 1 must not be operated

  • MH - Does the mast have a complete floor when in the down position to facilitate safe access for working in the mast or doing mast inspections?

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • MH - Anchorage points should be located overhead to prevent pendulum effect (WAH)

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

ENGINE & ENGINE BAY

  • Hot surfaces clearly labelled?

  • Are turbos, exhaust manifolds and exhaust components wrapped in lagging or guarded to prevent fires and contact with personnel.

  • Are there any engine oil leaks, coolant leaks or fuel leaks

  • Is there a build-up of oily rags / hydrocarbons creating fire risk

  • Is there any wear on turbo oil feed lines, fuel lines etc

  • Suitable access and egress for checking pre-start items

  • MH-CC - Are all rotating/moving parts identified & guarded.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Radiator has a manually operable or built in pressure relief valve cap and has overflow tube fitted.

  • The cooling system shall have the ability for the pressure to be completely relieved before the cap is removed. If a pressure relieving radiator cap cannot be fitted, the service provider shall ensure the coolant level can be checked and replenished without the removal of the radiator cap.

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

HYDRAULIC SYSTEM

  • Are there any hydraulic leaks? check hoses, rams, blocks, control valves, hydraulic pumps and rotation motors across all systems and aux equipment.

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

GENERAL HOUSEKEEPING

  • Is the drill site clear of unnecessary trip hazards, obstacles, hoses cords etc

  • All tools and equipment stored correctly

  • Rig site free of unnecessary rubbish

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

OPERATIONAL CHECKS

  • MH-CC - Check condition of WAH equipment, Harnesses, Lanyards, Static Lines etc

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - Test E-Stop function

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH - Test rod cage or drill platform cut-out switch operation

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Are all gauges & warning lights operational

  • MH - Winch limiter switch/cut out operational on all lifting devices

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Other Checks Performed?

  • Operational check preformed

COMPLIANCE & CERTIFICATION DOCUMENTATION

  • Evidence to be provided on Drillers/Operators Certification

  • • RC and Diamond Driller – Minimum Certificate III in Drilling (including VOC for method used);
    • Trainee Driller – Minimum Certificate II / Enrolled in Certificate III;
    • Licenced Waterwell Driller - As per the MCRWBA, only Drillers licensed by the Australian Drilling Industry Association (ADIA)
    for the applicable state; class of work proposed; and endorsed for the drilling method used shall carry out work on a water
    bore; and
    • Any unlicensed Trainee Driller must be supervised by an appropriately licensed Driller at all times while carrying out the
    work.

  • Evidence to be provided of last mast inspection completed

  • • There shall be a documented system in place to ensure mast inspections are completed

  • NDT report

  • The NDT shall be carried out on a triennial (3 year) basis, refer to 8.3 - Non Destructive Testing (NDT), of the drill standard.

  • MH-CC - Verify certification for WAH anchorage points. WAH anchorage point must be rated to withstand 15kN for 1 person or 21kN for 2 persons.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - View evidence of WAH system (Static line, anchorage points, posts, stanchions etc) Annual Inspection.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Lifting Register

  • Steel wire rope i.e winch, wireline, jib winch, pullback/ pulldown ropes etc inspection documentation.

  • All steel wire ropes shall be replaced annually or have a documented, accredited NDT inspection, which confirms wire ropes are within OEM specifications.

  • Electrical Register

  • Haul plug/ head sub register

  • Safe Work Instructions/Procedure available in work area

  • The Service Provider shall review all relevant SWI’s/SOP's for the work scope as a minimum every two years.

  • Emergency Response Plan and Map of Area available

  • SDS available in work area

  • SDS documents shall be within 5 years of issue

EXCLUSION ZONE, BARRICADING & GUARDING

  • MH - Traffic adequately controlled in work area via cones / signs

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • MH-CC - Exclusion zones identified / barricaded i.e. rod handling, high pressure air/fluids, dropped objects, open edges

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - Where a barricade / exclusion zone is in place, signs or information tags are to be used, informing of the hazard / restricted area

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - All rigs regardless of type will have guarding around the base of the mast to prevent entanglement in rotating rods, casing, clamps, breakouts, rod handlers, feed chains, etc

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - Are all rotating/moving parts identified & guarded.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - Modifications & repairs to guarding must meet FMG and Australian standards. Is guarding in good condition, sufficient and without bent, broken or missing sections?

  • Service Provider plant and equipment shall comply with Fortescue Guarding & Engineering requirements which apply to all permanent and temporary controls designed to limit personnel interaction with plant and activities (100-PR-SA-1034 & 100-SP-ME-0003) and AS 4024.1501-2006. Guards shall be constructed from 'ARC' mesh, 50x50x3 mm, with rolled edges, unless noted otherwise on the drawings. Finish paint colour Y14 Golden Yellow.
    Guards on rotating equipment shall cover the complete rotating component with no gaps between the guard and housings, i.e. Low speed coupling guards and bearing housings.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - Can monitoring & inspection of equipment be done with guards in place (if not, view the procedure for the task)

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - Gravitational energy/dropped objects controlled via exclusion zones & barricading

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH - Crush points identified, labelled & where possible, guarded

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • MH - Line of fire risks identified & controlled

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

ISOLATION POINTS & EMERGENCY STOPS

  • MH-CC - Are isolators fitted to equipment and are they labelled and identify what they control?

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH - Are isolators able to be activated from ground level ?

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • MH - Minimum of 3x Emergency stops, clearly labelled, identified and accessible from ground level.

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

ELECTRICAL

  • Anderson plug fitted & labelled with a cover

  • Battery & leads in good condition

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

OPERATING PLATFORM/ DRILLERS CONTROL PANEL

  • MH-CC - Overhead protection in place above Driller & control panel, rated for potential load

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Not too high, good access and egress

  • Level, free of trip hazards, non-slip surface

  • Structurally sound, free of sharp edges, obstacles, cracks and defects

  • Adequate Lighting/work lights (if doing night shift)

  • Good visibility of work area from platform

  • Tetra Radio available at Control Panel

  • Are all levers & controls clearly labelled, functional & undamaged

  • Do levers return to centre / neutral position

  • MH - Crush points identified, labelled & where possible, guarded

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

WORK PLATFORM, WALKWAYS, STEPS AND ACCESS LADDERS

  • Are removable sections retained

  • Do stairs and ladders terminate close enough to the ground and allow for 3 points of contact

  • MH-CC - Open edges & potential to fall 2 x 2 identified and controlled

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - Work platforms, elevated work areas and scaffolds shall have complete floors, hand rails, edge protection, barricades, toe boards & safe access & egress

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH - Do all gates open inward & are they self-closing, do handrails conform to design requirements

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • MH - Crush points identified, labelled & where possible, guarded

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

FIRE SUPPRESSION & HANDHELD FIRE EXTINGUISHERS

  • MH - Are fire extinguishers & suppression systems clearly labelled on all equipment (note - not all equipment will have fire suppression)

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • MH-CC - Is the fire suppression system adequately charged & in date?

  • • Visual Inspection every 6 months
    • Recharge of fire suppression every 12 months.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Are there enough fire extinguishers available, in date & of suitable type

  • Visual Inspection every 6 months

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

FIRST AID & COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT

  • Trauma kit present at rig, correctly stocked & in date with tamper seals in tact

  • MH - Back up communication device available

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • MH - Functioning mine spec radio at site & signal receivable (perform radio check)

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

WATER PUMPS & HOSES

  • Are pumps, hoses & couplings in good condition with no leaks?

  • MH - Are hoses & couplings rated for the maximum likely pressure & do they have secondary retention i.e. pins or locking mechanisms?

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • MH-CC - Do high pressure delivery lines have suitable whip checks, anchor points?

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Are inlets, outlets & controls labelled?

  • Where fitted, do PRV’s discharge away from personnel

  • MH - High pressure water pumps will have a PRV, (pressure set) with current certs and discharge away from personnel.

  • High pressure water pumps will have a relief valve that is pressure set and is monitored monthly and will be changed out every 12 months from install date. All relief valves must be on a register and have current certificates on the Drill Rig. High pressure water pumps used exclusively as a pressure cleaner and is not used for any other function i.e connected into the drill system, used for pumping out core etc, a pressure set PRV is not required.

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

DRILL HEAD ASSEMBLY

  • Air swivel condition, no air/water leaks

  • Condition of head guides

  • Head sub condition, no excessive wear

  • Drill head alignment

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

SLIPS TABLE & BREAKOUTS

  • Are Breakout Tongs being used ?

  • Breakout Tongs in good condition , no cracked, deformed or worn components ?

  • Breakout Tongs NDT certicate in date ?

  • Breakout Tongs to be NDT tested as per OEM specifications.

  • Breakout Tongs "prestart" system in place and in use.

  • MH - Breakouts shall be designed to prevent any manual handling during the rod handling process and will be hydraulically operated from a single point

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Swinging breakouts and hydraulic spanners shall have a system in place to prevent unintended movement or activation i.e proximity switch, dead man switch etc

  • MH - No manual spanners in use, rigs must have hands free break out capability

  • The use of manual spanners require department manager approval

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • No cracking, fatigued, worn or deformed breakout components

  • Manual slips are correctly sized & fit correctly with lifting points or suitable handles for removal

  • Condition of breakout jaw inserts

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

CRANES, LIFTING EQUIPMENT, WINCHES & WIRELINES

  • MH-CC - Is the machine rated capacity (MRC) or Working Load Limit WLL clearly identified and marked on all relevant lifting devices/equipment?

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH -No over spooling or bunching of wire ropes on cable drums. Check for winch & wireline creep

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • MH-CC - Check steel wire ropes used in lifting devices (Winch, Wireline Winch, JIB Winch, Hoist) for excessive amounts of rust, broken wires, squashing and deformities

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - Does all lifting equipment have its own unique identity code or number, excluding shackles?

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH - Check wire rope lifting device/s (Winch, Wireline Winch, JIB Winch, Hoist) are fitted with Winch Limiter/Cut Out Switch

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • MH-CC - Are all lifting hooks fitted with a safety latch except for grab & chain shortening hooks?

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - No bent or deformed hooks & shackles

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - Inspect a sample of various lifting equipment (slings, chains etc) to check for damage, excessive wear and compliance to requirements

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

MAST STRUCTURE, CHASSIS, FRAME, PINS & PIVOT POINTS

  • Pivot points & pins receiving grease

  • Do all pins and bushes have retaining plates or lock pins

  • MH - Is the mast structure free from cracks and signs of fatigue

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Is the base structure free from cracks and signs of fatigue

  • Anything below a score of 1 must not be operated

  • Anything below a score of 1 must not be operated

  • MH - Does the mast have a complete floor when in the down position to facilitate safe access for working in the mast or doing mast inspections?

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • MH-CC - Anchorage points should be located overhead to prevent pendulum effect (WAH)

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

ONBOARD COMPRESSORS & AIR SYSTEMS

  • Aux air inlets & outlets labelled correctly

  • Inlet & outlet connection assemblies plumbed 45 – 90 deg facing downwards

  • Pressure relief valves to be installed on all pressure vessels to prevent uncontrolled release of stored energy

  • MH - Check condition of receiver tanks & PRV’s,

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Ensure PRV's discharge away from personnel and point in a downward direction

  • Ensure any vertical PRV's have a bend (45 or 90 deg) on the outlet side to reduce any contamination or blockage

  • Ensure oil is present in sight glasses

  • Visually inspect air hoses, whip checks & hammer locks for damage

  • MH - Shackles to be rated the same strength or greater than the whip-check & have lock wires/pins if used above head height

  • Bolted fixtures above head height shall have a form of secondary retention;
    • Shackles must be a four-part configuration and appropriately rated;
    • Shackles used as terminal fittings are prevented from unscrewing, e.g. mousing or similar;
    • High pressure hose attachment points shall not be extended through the use of multiple
    shackles in order to be attached; (Rated Hammer locks and Chains acceptable);

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Has restricted tooling ( pneumatic tools/ air tools) been authorized for use ?

  • As per document 100-PR-SA-1018 - Restricted items such as Pneumatic tools require department manager approval

  • Air outlets for handheld air tools to have a regulator fitted to reduce pressure

  • MH-CC -Adequately rated whip checks/hose restraints to be fitted to all pressure hoses, they must be rated to the maximum pressure & volume of the hose, constructed from stainless or galvanised steel wire rope

  • Completed unit must as a minimum:
    • Shall have ≥900mm of hose grip, two attaching legs that are diametrically opposed with
    protective coating, formed eyes securing the unit and each no longer than 450mm in length;
    • In the event that the hose being secured is less than 900mm in length then a full-length whip
    check shall be used and shall be secured at each end;
    • Whip-checks are to have accredited certification from OEM; • No whip-check sock to be installed over potentially abrasive surface(s) (E.G: Dixon Boss bolt assembly) and any whip-check legs that are exposed to sharp, steel surface(s) shall have a protective coating or cover;
    • Each whip check leg shall have its own engineered and rated attachment point that shall not be shared by any other devices;

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Ensure all required air hoses (as per standard) have full length whip socks

  • • Air lines connected to a booster or auxiliary compressor shall be full-length Whip Checks

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

ENGINE & ENGINE BAY

  • Hot surfaces clearly labelled?

  • Are turbos, exhaust manifolds and exhaust components wrapped in lagging or guarded to prevent fires and contact with personnel.

  • Are there any engine oil leaks, coolant leaks or fuel leaks

  • Is there a build-up of oily rags / hydrocarbons creating fire risk

  • Is there any wear on turbo oil feed lines, fuel lines etc

  • Suitable access and egress for checking pre-start items

  • MH-CC - Are all rotating/moving parts identified & guarded.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Radiator has a manually operable or built in pressure relief valve cap and has overflow tube fitted.

  • The cooling system shall have the ability for the pressure to be completely relieved before the cap is removed. If a pressure relieving radiator cap cannot be fitted, the service provider shall ensure the coolant level can be checked and replenished without the removal of the radiator cap.

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

HYDRAULIC SYSTEM

  • Are there any hydraulic leaks? check hoses, rams, blocks, control valves, hydraulic pumps and rotation motors across all systems and aux equipment.

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

GENERAL HOUSEKEEPING

  • Is the drill site clear of unnecessary trip hazards, obstacles, hoses cords etc

  • All tools and equipment stored correctly

  • Rig site free of unnecessary rubbish

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

OPERATIONAL CHECKS

  • MH-CC - Check condition of WAH equipment, Harnesses, Lanyards, Static Lines etc

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - Test E-Stop function

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Lower jaws / foot clamps maintain pressure

  • MH - Test rod cage or drill platform cut-out/ proximity/ interlock switches are operational i.e rod cage rotation cut-out, swinging breakouts cut-out, rod presenter dead-man etc

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Are all gauges & warning lights operational

  • MH - Winch limiter switch/cut out operational on all lifting devices

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Other Checks Performed?

  • Operational check preformed

COMPLIANCE & CERTIFICATION DOCUMENTATION

  • Evidence to be provided on Drillers/Operators Certification

  • • RC and Diamond Driller – Minimum Certificate III in Drilling (including VOC for method used);
    • Trainee Driller – Minimum Certificate II / Enrolled in Certificate III;
    • Licenced Waterwell Driller - As per the MCRWBA, only Drillers licensed by the Australian Drilling Industry Association
    (ADIA) for the applicable state; class of work proposed; and endorsed for the drilling method used shall carry out
    work on a water bore; and
    • Any unlicensed Trainee Driller must be supervised by an appropriately licensed Driller at all times while carrying out
    the work.

  • Evidence to be provided of last mast inspection completed

  • • There shall be a documented system in place to ensure mast inspections are completed

  • NDT report

  • The NDT shall be carried out on a triennial (3 year) basis, refer to 8.3 - Non Destructive Testing (NDT), of the drill standard.

  • MH-CC - Pressure Vessel and PRV certification

  • Ensure pressure relief valves are installed on all pressure vessels to
    prevent uncontrolled release of stored energy due to over pressure and in accordance with AS
    1210-2010: Pressure Relief Valve certificates are valid 1 year from inspection.
    Pressure vessels shall comply with Australian Standards AS1210-2010, AS3788:2006 and AS4343-2005 as well as Regulation 6.34 of the MSIR-1995.
    Each pressure vessel must have a logbook and an equipment file that contains copies of:
    Manufacturer’s Data Reports;
    Hydrostatic test certificates; and
    Third Party Inspection reports and proof of design registration (if applicable). Inspection reports (2 yearly external / 4 yearly internal)
    These items must be available on site at all times for review.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - Verify certification for WAH anchorage points. WAH anchorage point must be rated to withstand 15kN for 1 person or 21kN for 2 persons.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - View evidence of WAH system (Static line, anchorage points, posts, stanchions etc) Annual Inspection.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Lifting Equipment Register

  • Steel wire rope i.e winch, wireline, jib winch, pullback/ pulldown ropes etc inspection documentation.

  • All steel wire ropes shall be replaced annually or have a documented, accredited NDT inspection, which confirms wire ropes are within OEM specifications.

  • Electrical Register

  • Safe Work Instructions/Procedure available in work area

  • The Service Provider shall review all relevant SWI’s/SOP's for the work scope as a minimum every two years.

  • Emergency Response Plan and Map of Area available

  • SDS available in work area

  • SDS documents shall be within 5 years of issue

EXCLUSION ZONE, BARRICADING & GUARDING

  • MH - Traffic adequately controlled in work area via cones / signs

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • MH - Exclusion zones identified / barricaded i.e. rod handling, high pressure air/fluids, dropped objects, open edges

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • MH - Where a barricade / exclusion zone is in place, signs or information tags are to be used, informing of the hazard / restricted area

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • MH - All rigs regardless of type will have guarding around the base of the mast to prevent entanglement in rotating rods, casing, clamps, breakouts, rod handlers, feed chains, etc

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • MH - Are all rotating/moving parts identified & guarded.

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • MH - Modifications & repairs to guarding must meet FMG and Australian standards. Is guarding in good condition, sufficient and without bent, broken or missing sections?

  • Service Provider plant and equipment shall comply with Fortescue Guarding & Engineering requirements which apply to all permanent and temporary controls designed to limit personnel interaction with plant and activities (100-PR-SA-1034 & 100-SP-ME-0003) and AS 4024.1501-2006. Guards shall be constructed from 'ARC' mesh, 50x50x3 mm, with rolled edges, unless noted otherwise on the drawings. Finish paint colour Y14 Golden Yellow.
    Guards on rotating equipment shall cover the complete rotating component with no gaps between the guard and housings, i.e. Low speed coupling guards and bearing housings.

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • MH - Can monitoring & inspection of equipment be done with guards in place (if not, view the procedure for the task)

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • MH - Gravitational energy/dropped objects controlled via exclusion zones & barricading

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • MH - Crush points identified, labelled & where possible, guarded

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • MH - Line of fire risks identified & controlled

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

ISOLATION POINTS & EMERGENCY STOPS

  • MH - Are isolators fitted to equipment and are they labelled and identify what they control?

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • MH - Are isolators able to be activated from ground levels

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • Minimum of 3x Emergency stops, clearly labelled, identified and accessible from ground level.

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

ELECTRICAL

  • Anderson plug fitted & labelled with a cover

  • Battery & leads in good condition

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

OPERATING PLATFORM/ DRILLERS CONTROL PANEL

  • MH - Overhead protection in place above Driller & control panel, rated for potential load

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • Not too high, good access and egress

  • Level, free of trip hazards, non-slip surface

  • Structurally sound, free of sharp edges, obstacles, cracks and defects

  • Adequate Lighting/work lights (if doing night shift)

  • Good visibility of work area from platform

  • Tetra Radio available at Control Panel

  • Are all levers & controls clearly labelled, functional & undamaged

  • Do levers return to centre / neutral position

  • MH - Crush points identified, labelled & where possible, guarded

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

WORK PLATFORM, WALKWAYS, STEPS AND ACCESS LADDERS

  • Are removable sections retained

  • Do stairs and ladders terminate close enough to the ground and allow for 3 points of contact

  • MH - Open edges & potential to fall 2 x 2 identified and controlled

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • MH - Work platforms, elevated work areas and scaffolds shall have complete floors, hand rails, edge protection, barricades, toe boards & safe access & egress

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • Do all gates open inward & are they self-closing, do handrails conform to design requirements

  • MH - Crush points identified, labelled & where possible, guarded

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

CYCLONE, SPLITTER & SAMPLE SYSTEM

  • No wear holes in cyclones or T Pieces, Wear bends & elbows in good condition

  • Cyclone is securely mounted & level with no cracks in mounting structure. If cyclone is on a trailer is it chocked & level?

  • Every three (3) years – Inspection of all load-bearing attachment points, welds and critical
    load bearing path areas, which will include cyclone support arm and attachment;

  • MH - Splitter rams & knife gates operational with isolation point fitted to knife draw

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • Sample hose to be mineral sample hose rated to no less than 500 psi

  • T Piece/ Outside return pipe secure and has deflector fitted to end of pipe.

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

FIRE SUPPRESSION & HANDHELD FIRE EXTINGUISHERS

  • MH - Are fire extinguishers & suppression systems clearly labelled on all equipment (note - not all equipment will have fire suppression)

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • MH - Is the fire suppression system adequately charged & in date?

  • • Visual Inspection every 6 months
    • Recharge of fire suppression every 12 months.

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • Are there enough fire extinguishers available, in date & of suitable type

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

FIRST AID & COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT

  • Trauma kit present at rig, correctly stocked & in date with tamper seals in tact

  • MH - Back up communication device available

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • Functioning mine spec radio at site & signal receivable (perform radio check)

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

WATERPUMPS & HOSES

  • Are pumps, hoses & couplings in good condition with no leaks?

  • MH - Are hoses & couplings rated for the maximum likely pressure & do they have secondary retention i.e. pins or locking mechanisms?

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • MH - Do high pressure delivery lines have suitable whip checks, anchor points?

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • Diamond rigs will have a hydraulic driven agitator for mixing mud

  • Are inlets, outlets & controls labelled?

  • Where fitted, do PRV’s discharge away from personnel

  • Rigs utilizing pneumatic drilling techniques are to have water injection capability & dust suppression to the cyclone & outside air return

  • MH - High pressure water pumps will have a PRV, (pressure set) with current Certs.

  • High pressure water pumps will have a relief valve that is pressure set and is monitored monthly and will be changed out every 12 months from install date. All relief valves must be on a register and have current certificates on the Drill Rig. High pressure water pumps used exclusively as a pressure cleaner and is not used for any other function i.e connected into the drill system, used for pumping out core etc, a pressure set PRV is not required.

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

DRILL HEAD ASSEMBLY

  • Air swivel condition, no air/water leaks

  • Condition of head guides

  • Head sub condition, no excessive wear

  • Drill head alignment

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

SLIPS TABLE & BREAKOUTS

  • Breakouts shall be designed to prevent any manual handling during the rod handling process and will be hydraulically operated from a single point

  • No manual spanners in use, rigs must have hands free break out capability

  • No cracking, fatigued, worn or deformed components

  • Manual slips are correctly sized & fit correctly with lifting points or suitable handles for removal

  • Condition of breakout jaw inserts

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

ROD HANDLER

  • MH - Exclusion zones identified / barricaded i.e. high pressure air/fluids, dropped objects, open edges

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • MH - Gravitational energy/dropped objects controlled via exclusion zones & barricading

  • Refer to section 4.20 in Drill Standard

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • All hydraulic hoses and fittings condition

  • Are all rotating/moving parts identified & guarded.

  • Rod stopper condition

  • Rod loader controls clearly labelled

  • Control levers return to neutral

  • Rod loader operation in suitable position

  • No over spooling or bunching of wire ropes on cable drums. Check for winch & wireline creep

  • MH - System operates via remote controls outside the exclusion zone & line of fire

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • Rod handler operator & Driller have good visual contact

  • No cracking, fatigued, worn or deformed components

  • MH - Is there a system in place to prevent dropped rods from occurring

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

CRANES, LIFTING EQUIPMENT, WINCHES & WIRELINES

  • MH - Is the machine rated capacity (MRC) or Working Load Limit WLL clearly identified and marked on all relevant lifting devices/equipment?

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • MH - Diamond rigs will have a disc locking clevis pin & shackle arrangement on the main winch rope. Core retrieval wirelines will have a lockable overshot & rated safety chain/wire rope

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • MH -No over spooling or bunching of wire ropes on cable drums. Check for winch & wireline creep

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • MH - Check for excessive amounts of rust, broken wires, squashing & deformities in cables & wirelines

  • All steel wire ropes shall be replaced annually or have a documented, accredited NDT inspection, which confirms wire ropes are within OEM specifications.

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • MH - Does all lifting equipment have its own unique identity code or number, excluding shackles?

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • MH - Check wire rope lifting device/s (Winch, Wireline Winch, JIB Winch, Hoist) are fitted with Winch Limiter/Cut Out Switch

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • MH - Are all lifting hooks fitted with a safety latch except for grab & chain shortening hooks?

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • MH - No bent or deformed hooks & shackles

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • MH - Inspect a sample of various lifting equipment to check for damage, excessive wear and compliance to requirements

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

MAST STRUCTURE, CHASSIS, FRAME, PINS & PIVOT POINTS

  • Pivot points & pins receiving grease

  • Do all pins and bushes have retaining plates or lock pins

  • MH - Is the mast structure free from cracks and signs of fatigue

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • MH - Does the mast have a complete floor when in the down position to facilitate safe access for working in the mast or doing mast inspections?

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • MH - Anchorage points should be located overhead to prevent pendulum effect (WAH)

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

ONBOARD COMPRESSORS & AIR SYSTEMS

  • Aux air inlets & outlets labelled correctly

  • Inlet & outlet connection assemblies plumbed 45 – 90 deg facing downwards

  • Pressure relief valves to be installed on all pressure vessels to prevent uncontrolled release of stored energy

  • MH - Check condition of receiver tanks & PRV’s,

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • Ensure PRV's discharge away from personnel and have 45 deg bend on outlet

  • Ensure any vertical PRV's have a bend (45 or 90 deg) on the outlet side to reduce any contamination or blockage

  • Ensure oil is present in sight glasses

  • Visually inspect air hoses, whip checks & hammer locks for damage

  • MH - Shackles to be rated the same strength or greater than the whip-check & have lock wires/pins if used above head height

  • Bolted fixtures above head height shall have a form of secondary retention;
    • Shackles must be a four-part configuration and appropriately rated;
    • Shackles used as terminal fittings are prevented from unscrewing, e.g. mousing or similar;
    • High pressure hose attachment points shall not be extended through the use of multiple
    shackles in order to be attached; (Rated Hammer locks and Chains acceptable);

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • Air outlets for handheld air tools to have a regulator fitted to reduce pressure

  • MH -Adequately rated whip checks/hose restraints to be fitted to all pressure hoses, they must be rated to the maximum pressure & volume of the hose, constructed from stainless or galvanised steel wire rope

  • Completed unit must as a minimum:
    • Shall have ≥900mm of hose grip, two attaching legs that are diametrically opposed with
    protective coating, formed eyes securing the unit and each no longer than 450mm in length;
    • In the event that the hose being secured is less than 900mm in length then a full-length whip
    check shall be used and shall be secured at each end;
    • Whip-checks are to have accredited certification from OEM; • No whip-check sock to be installed over potentially abrasive surface(s) (E.G: Dixon Boss bolt assembly) and any whip-check legs that are exposed to sharp, steel surface(s) shall have a protective coating or cover;
    • Each whip check leg shall have its own engineered and rated attachment point that shall not be shared by any other devices;

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • Ensure all required air hoses (as per standard) have full length whip socks

  • • Air lines connected to a booster or auxiliary compressor shall be full-length Whip Checks

  • RC Rigs to have an automated blow down system, (Max 180psi on blowback)

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

ENGINE & ENGINE BAY

  • Hot surfaces clearly labelled?

  • Are turbos, exhaust manifolds and exhaust components wrapped in lagging or guarded to prevent fires and contact with personnel.

  • Are there any engine oil leaks, coolant leaks or fuel leaks

  • Is there a build-up of oily rags / hydrocarbons creating fire risk

  • Is there any wear on turbo oil feed lines, fuel lines etc

  • Suitable access and egress for checking pre-start items

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

HYDRAULIC SYSTEM

  • Are there any hydraulic leaks? check hoses, rams, blocks, control valves, hydraulic pumps and rotation motors across all systems and aux equipment.

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

GENERAL HOUSEKEEPING

  • Is the drill site clear of unnecessary trip hazards, obstacles, hoses cords etc

  • All tools and equipment stored correctly

  • Rig site free of unnecessary rubbish

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

OPERATIONAL CHECKS

  • MH - Check condition of WAH equipment, Harnesses, Lanyards, Static Lines etc

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • MH - Test E-Stop function

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • Lower jaws / foot clamps maintain pressure

  • MH - Dead man / proximity switches must be operational – proof required

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • Are all gauges & warning lights operational

  • MH - Winch limiter switch/cut out operational on all lifting devices

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • MH - Cyclone knife gate isolation function

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • Anything below a score of 2 must not be operated

  • Other Checks Performed?

  • Operational check preformed

COMPLIANCE & CERTIFICATION DOCUMENTATION

  • Evidence to be provided on Drillers/Operators Certification

  • • RC and Diamond Driller – Minimum Certificate III in Drilling (including VOC for method used);
    • Trainee Driller – Minimum Certificate II / Enrolled in Certificate III;
    • Licenced Waterwell Driller - As per the MCRWBA, only Drillers licensed by the Australian Drilling Industry Association
    (ADIA) for the applicable state; class of work proposed; and endorsed for the drilling method used shall carry out
    work on a water bore; and
    • Any unlicensed Trainee Driller must be supervised by an appropriately licensed Driller at all times while carrying out
    the work.

  • Evidence to be provided of last mast inspection completed

  • • There shall be a documented system in place to ensure mast inspections are completed

  • NDT report

  • • Every three (3) years – Inspection of all load-bearing attachment points, welds and critical
    load bearing path areas, which will include cyclone support arm and attachment;
    • Every six (6) years – Full mast and chassis Inspection including mast weldment, hoist, jib
    boom, mast pivot frame, rig carrier chassis or any other critical path load bearing member or
    attachment point;

  • Pressure Vessel and PRV certification

  • Ensure pressure relief valves are installed on all pressure vessels to
    prevent uncontrolled release of stored energy due to over pressure and in accordance with AS
    1210-2010: Pressure Relief Valve certificates are valid 1 year from inspection.
    Pressure vessels shall comply with Australian Standards AS1210-2010, AS3788:2006 and AS4343-2005 as well as Regulation 6.34 of the MSIR-1995.
    Each pressure vessel must have a logbook and an equipment file that contains copies of:
    Manufacturer’s Data Reports;
    Hydrostatic test certificates; and
    Third Party Inspection reports and proof of design registration (if applicable). Inspection reports (2 yearly external / 4 yearly internal)
    These items must be available on site at all times for review.

  • !!! ANYTHING BELOW A SCORE OF 2 MUST NOT BE OPERATED

  • !!! ANYTHING BELOW A SCORE OF 2 MUST NOT BE OPERATED

  • MH-CC - Verify certification for WAH anchorage points. WAH anchorage point must be rated to withstand 15kN for 1 person or 21kN for 2 persons.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - View evidence of WAH system (Static line, anchorage points, posts, stanchions etc) Annual Inspection.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Lifting Register

  • Electrical Register

  • Safe Work Instructions/Procedure available in work area

  • The Service Provider shall review all relevant SWI’s/SOP's for the work scope as a minimum every two years.

  • Emergency Response Plan and Map of Area available

  • SDS available in work area

  • SDS documents shall be within 5 years of issue

EXCLUSION ZONE, BARRICADING & GUARDING

  • MH - Traffic adequately controlled in work area via cones / signs

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • MH-CC - Exclusion zones identified / barricaded i.e. rod handling, high pressure air/fluids, dropped objects, open edges

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - Where a barricade / exclusion zone is in place, signs or information tags are to be used, informing of the hazard / restricted area

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - All rigs regardless of type will have guarding around the base of the mast to prevent entanglement in rotating rods, casing, clamps, breakouts, rod handlers, feed chains, etc

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - Are all rotating/moving parts identified & guarded.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - Modifications & repairs to guarding must meet FMG and Australian standards. Is guarding in good condition, sufficient and without bent, broken or missing sections?

  • Service Provider plant and equipment shall comply with Fortescue Guarding & Engineering requirements which apply to all permanent and temporary controls designed to limit personnel interaction with plant and activities (100-PR-SA-1034 & 100-SP-ME-0003) and AS 4024.1501-2006. Guards shall be constructed from 'ARC' mesh, 50x50x3 mm, with rolled edges, unless noted otherwise on the drawings. Finish paint colour Y14 Golden Yellow.
    Guards on rotating equipment shall cover the complete rotating component with no gaps between the guard and housings, i.e. Low speed coupling guards and bearing housings.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - Can monitoring & inspection of equipment be done with guards in place (if not, view the procedure for the task)

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - Gravitational energy/dropped objects controlled via exclusion zones & barricading

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH - Crush points identified, labelled & where possible, guarded

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • MH - Line of fire risks identified & controlled

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

ISOLATION POINTS & EMERGENCY STOPS

  • MH-CC - Are isolators fitted to equipment and are they labelled and identify what they control?

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH - Are isolators able to be activated from ground level ?

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • MH - Minimum of 3x Emergency stops, clearly labelled, identified and accessible from ground level.

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

ELECTRICAL

  • Anderson plug fitted & labelled with a cover

  • Battery & leads in good condition

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

DRILLER OPERATING PLATFORM/ CONTROL PANEL

  • MH-CC - Overhead protection in place above Driller & control panel, rated for potential load

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Not too high, good access and egress

  • Level, free of trip hazards, non-slip surface

  • Structurally sound, free of sharp edges, obstacles, cracks and defects

  • Adequate Lighting/work lights (if doing night shift)

  • Good visibility of work area from platform

  • Tetra Radio available at Control Panel

  • Are all levers & controls clearly labelled, functional & undamaged

  • Do levers return to centre / neutral position

  • MH - Crush points identified, labelled & where possible, guarded

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

WORK PLATFORM, WALKWAYS, STEPS AND ACCESS LADDERS

  • Are removable sections retained

  • Do stairs and ladders terminate close enough to the ground and allow for 3 points of contact

  • MH-CC - Open edges & potential to fall 2 x 2 identified and controlled

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - Work platforms, elevated work areas and scaffolds shall have complete floors, hand rails, edge protection, barricades, toe boards & safe access & egress

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH - Do all gates open inward & are they self-closing, do handrails conform to design requirements

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • MH - Crush points identified, labelled & where possible, guarded

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

FIRE SUPPRESSION & HANDHELD FIRE EXTINGUISHERS

  • MH - Are fire extinguishers & suppression systems clearly labelled on all equipment (note - not all equipment will have fire suppression)

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • MH-CC - Is the fire suppression system adequately charged & in date?

  • • Visual Inspection every 6 months
    • Recharge of fire suppression every 12 months.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Are there enough fire extinguishers available, in date & of suitable type

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

FIRST AID & COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT

  • Trauma kit present at rig, correctly stocked & in date with tamper seals in tact

  • MH - Back up communication device available

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • MH - Functioning mine spec radio at site & signal receivable (perform radio check)

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

WATER PUMPS & HOSES

  • Are pumps, hoses & couplings in good condition with no leaks?

  • MH - Are hoses & couplings rated for the maximum likely pressure & do they have secondary retention i.e. pins or locking mechanisms?

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • MH-CC - Do high pressure delivery lines have suitable whip checks, anchor points?

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Are pumps inlets, outlets & controls labelled?

  • MH - High pressure water pumps will have a PRV, (pressure set) with current Certs and discharge away from personnel

  • High pressure water pumps will have a relief valve that is pressure set and is monitored monthly and will be changed out every 12 months from install date. All relief valves must be on a register and have current certificates on the Drill Rig. High pressure water pumps used exclusively as a pressure cleaner and is not used for any other function i.e connected into the drill system, used for pumping out core etc, a pressure set PRV is not required.

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

DRILL HEAD ASSEMBLY

  • Water swivel condition, no leaks ?

  • Condition of head guides

  • Head sub condition, no excessive wear

  • Drill head alignment

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

FOOT CLAMPS & BREAKOUTS

  • MH - Breakouts shall be designed to prevent any manual handling during the rod handling process and will be hydraulically operated from a single point

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • MH - No manual spanners in use, rigs must have hands free break out capability

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • No cracking, fatigued, worn or deformed components

  • Foot clamps are correctly sized & fit correctly with lifting points or suitable handles for removal

  • Condition of breakout jaw inserts

  • Swinging breakouts, hydraulic spanners and casing drive chucks shall have a system in place to prevent unintended movement or activation

  • i.e proximity switch on rotation cage/ gate to cut out swinging breakouts, dead man switch on valve bank to prevent casing drive chuck activation

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

ROD HANDLER & ROD MANIPULATORS

  • MH-CC - Exclusion zones identified / barricaded i.e. high pressure air/fluids, dropped objects, open edges

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - Gravitational energy/dropped objects controlled via exclusion zones & barricading

  • Refer to section 4.20 in Drill Standard

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • All hydraulic hoses and fittings condition

  • MH-CC - Are all rotating/moving parts identified & guarded.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Rod handler/ Manipulator controls clearly labelled

  • Control levers return to neutral

  • MH - System operates via remote controls outside the exclusion zone & line of fire

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Rod handler operator & Driller have good visual contact

  • No cracking, fatigued, worn or deformed components

  • MH - Is there a system in place to prevent dropped rods from occurring

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

CRANES, LIFTING EQUIPMENT, WINCHES & WIRELINES

  • MH-CC - Is the machine rated capacity (MRC) or Working Load Limit WLL clearly identified and marked on all relevant lifting devices/equipment?

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Main/ haul winch will have a disc locking clevis pin & shackle arrangement on the main winch rope haul plug. Core retrieval wirelines will have a lockable overshot & rated safety chain/wire rope

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Core retrieval wirelines will have a lockable overshot & rated safety chain/wire rope

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • MH -No over spooling or bunching of wire ropes on cable drums. Check for winch & wireline creep

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • MH-CC - Check steel wire ropes used in lifting devices (Winch, Wireline Winch, JIB Winch, Hoist) for excessive amounts of rust, broken wires, squashing and deformities

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - Does all lifting equipment have its own unique identity code or number, excluding shackles?

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH - Check wire rope lifting device/s (Winch, Wireline Winch, JIB Winch, Hoist) are fitted with Winch Limiter/Cut Out Switch

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • MH-CC - Are all lifting hooks fitted with a safety latch except for grab & chain shortening hooks?

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - No bent or deformed hooks & shackles

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - Inspect a sample of various lifting equipment (slings, chains etc) to check for damage, excessive wear and compliance to requirements

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - All lifting points shall have signage indicating WLL or an identifier which aligns with a register. The register identifies the location, item, sling type, sling configuration, lifting point and WLL of each point.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • The register identifies the location, item, lifting point and WLL of each point

  • All components or items to be lifted shall have signage indicating total weight or an identifier which aligns with a register.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

MAST STRUCTURE, CHASSIS, FRAME, PINS & PIVOT POINTS

  • Pivot points & pins receiving grease

  • Do all pins and bushes have retaining plates or lock pins

  • MH - Is the mast structure free from cracks and signs of fatigue

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Is the rig base structure free from cracks and signs of fatigue

  • Anything below a score of 1 must not be operated

  • Anything below a score of 1 must not be operated

  • MH - Does the mast have a complete floor when in the down position to facilitate safe access for working in the mast or doing mast inspections?

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • MH - Anchorage points should be located overhead to prevent pendulum effect (WAH)

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

ENGINE & ENGINE BAY

  • Hot surfaces clearly labelled?

  • Are turbos, exhaust manifolds and exhaust components wrapped in lagging or guarded to prevent fires and contact with personnel.

  • Are there any engine oil leaks, coolant leaks or fuel leaks

  • Is there a build-up of oily rags / hydrocarbons creating fire risk

  • Is there any wear on turbo oil feed lines, fuel lines etc

  • Suitable access and egress for checking pre-start items

  • MH-CC - Are all rotating/moving parts identified & guarded.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Radiator has a manually operable or built in pressure relief valve cap and has overflow tube fitted.

  • The cooling system shall have the ability for the pressure to be completely relieved before the cap is removed. If a pressure relieving radiator cap cannot be fitted, the service provider shall ensure the coolant level can be checked and replenished without the removal of the radiator cap.

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

HYDRAULIC SYSTEM

  • Are there any hydraulic leaks? check hoses, rams, blocks, control valves, hydraulic pumps and rotation motors across all systems and aux equipment.

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

GENERAL HOUSEKEEPING

  • Is the drill site clear of unnecessary trip hazards, obstacles, hoses cords etc

  • All tools and equipment stored correctly

  • Rig site free of unnecessary rubbish

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

OPERATIONAL CHECKS

  • MH-CC - Check condition of WAH equipment, Harnesses, Lanyards, Static Lines etc

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - Test E-Stop function

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH - Test rod cage or drill platform rod rotation cut-out, proximity or interlock switch are operational

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Are all gauges & warning lights operational

  • MH - Winch limiter switch/cut out operational on all lifting devices

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate controls and department manager approval is in place

  • Other Checks Performed?

  • Operational check preformed

COMPLIANCE & CERTIFICATION DOCUMENTATION

  • Evidence to be provided on Drillers/Operators Certification

  • • RC and Diamond Driller – Minimum Certificate III in Drilling (including VOC for method used);
    • Trainee Driller – Minimum Certificate II / Enrolled in Certificate III;
    • Licenced Waterwell Driller - As per the MCRWBA, only Drillers licensed by the Australian Drilling Industry Association (ADIA)
    for the applicable state; class of work proposed; and endorsed for the drilling method used shall carry out work on a water
    bore; and
    • Any unlicensed Trainee Driller must be supervised by an appropriately licensed Driller at all times while carrying out the
    work.

  • Evidence to be provided of personnel with Rigger or Dogman certification

  • Evidence to be provided of last mast inspection completed

  • • There shall be a documented system in place to ensure mast inspections are completed

  • NDT report - refer to Reference

  • The NDT shall be carried out on a triennial (3 year) basis, refer to 8.3 - Non Destructive Testing (NDT), of the drill standard. Lifting points used in slinging operations of components, modules or equipment shall be tested to the following methods - Eddy Current (ET), Magnetic Particle (MPI) or a combination of both.

  • MH-CC - Verify certification for WAH anchorage points. WAH anchorage point must be rated to withstand 15kN for 1 person or 21kN for 2 persons.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - View evidence of WAH system (Static line, anchorage points, posts, stanchions etc) Annual Inspection.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Lifting Register - refer to Reference

  • The register shall include details such as but not limited too :
    - Lifting point location
    - Number of Lifting Points on individual components, equipment or module - Individual Component, equipment or module weight
    - Predetermined sling type and configuration - Individual lifting point WLL

  • Steel wire rope i.e winch, wireline, jib winch, pullback/ pulldown ropes etc inspection documentation.

  • Steel wire rope i.e winch, wireline, jib winch, pullback/ pulldown ropes etc inspection documentation.

  • Electrical Register

  • Haul plug/ head sub register

  • Safe Work Instructions/Procedure available in work area

  • The Service Provider shall review all relevant SWI’s/SOP's for the work scope as a minimum every two years.

  • Emergency Response Plan and Map of Area available

  • SDS available in work area

  • SDS documents shall be within 5 years of issue

AUXILIARY COMPRESSOR(S) & BOOSTER(S)

    AUXILIARY COMPRESSOR
  • Any Auxiliary Compressors?

  • Asset Number(s)

  • Take a Photo of the Equipment being Inspected

EXCLUSION ZONE, BARRICADING & GUARDING

  • MH-CC - Exclusion zones identified / barricaded i.e. rod handling, high pressure air/fluids, dropped objects, open edges

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - Where a barricade / exclusion zone is in place, signs or information tags are to be used, informing of the hazard / restricted area

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - Modifications & repairs to guarding must meet FMG and Australian standards. Is guarding in good condition, sufficient and without bent, broken or missing sections?

  • Service Provider plant and equipment shall comply with Fortescue Guarding & Engineering requirements which apply to all permanent and temporary controls designed to limit personnel interaction with plant and activities (100-PR-SA-1034 & 100-SP-ME-0003) and AS 4024.1501-2006. Guards shall be constructed from 'ARC' mesh, 50x50x3 mm, with rolled edges, unless noted otherwise on the drawings. Finish paint colour Y14 Golden Yellow.
    Guards on rotating equipment shall cover the complete rotating component with no gaps between the guard and housings, i.e. Low speed coupling guards and bearing housings.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH - Line of fire risks identified & controlled

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

ISOLATION POINTS & EMERGENCY STOPS

  • MH-CC - Are isolators fitted to equipment and are they labelled and identify what they control?

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH - Is the remote emergency stop clearly labelled, accessible from ground level and outside the compressor exclusion zone ?

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

ELECTRICAL

  • Anderson plug battery connector point available, labelled for circuit and voltage with cover

  • Battery & leads in good condition

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault description

WORK PLATFORM, WALKWAYS, STEPS AND ACCESS LADDERS

  • Are removable sections retained

  • Do stairs and ladders terminate close enough to the ground and allow for 3 points of contact

  • MH - Do all gates open inward & are they self-closing, do handrails conform to design requirements

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Are all accesses and egresses i.e. walk ways and stairs adequate, free of trip hazards & obstacles

  • MH-CC - Open edges & potential to fall 2 x 2 identified and controlled

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - Work platforms, elevated work areas and scaffolds shall have complete floors, hand rails, edge protection, barricades, toe boards & safe access & egress

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH - Crush points identified, labelled & where possible, guarded

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

FIRE SUPPRESSION & HANDHELD FIRE EXTINGUISHERS

  • MH - Are fire extinguishers & suppression systems clearly labelled on all equipment (note - not all equipment will have fire suppression)

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Are there enough fire extinguishers available, in date & of suitable type

  • MH - Is the fire suppression system adequately charged & in date?

  • • Visual Inspection every 6 months
    • Recharge of fire suppression every 12 months.

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

ONBOARD COMPRESSORS & AIR SYSTEMS

  • Inlet & outlet connection assemblies plumbed 45 – 90 deg facing downwards

  • Aux air inlets & outlets labelled correctly

  • Air outlets for handheld air tools to have a regulator fitted to reduce pressure

  • MH - Check condition of receiver tanks & PRV’s,

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Pressure relief valves to be installed on all pressure vessels to prevent uncontrolled release of stored energy

  • Ensure PRV's discharge away from personnel and point in a downward direction

  • Ensure any vertical PRV's have a bend (45 or 90 deg) on the outlet side to reduce any contamination or blockage

  • MH - Shackles to be rated the same strength or greater than the whip-check & have lock wires/pins

  • Bolted fixtures above head height shall have a form of secondary retention;
    • Shackles must be a four-part configuration and appropriately rated;
    • Shackles used as terminal fittings are prevented from unscrewing, e.g. mousing or similar;
    • High pressure hose attachment points shall not be extended through the use of multiple
    shackles in order to be attached; (Rated Hammer locks and Chains acceptable);

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • MH-CC - Adequately rated whip checks/hose restraints to be fitted to all pressure hoses, they must be rated to the maximum pressure & volume of the hose, constructed from stainless or galvanised steel wire rope

  • Completed unit must as a minimum:
    • Shall have ≥900mm of hose grip, two attaching legs that are diametrically opposed with
    protective coating, formed eyes securing the unit and each no longer than 450mm in length;
    • In the event that the hose being secured is less than 900mm in length then a full-length whip
    check shall be used and shall be secured at each end;
    • Whip-checks are to have accredited certification from OEM; • No whip-check sock to be installed over potentially abrasive surface(s) (E.G: Dixon Boss bolt assembly) and any whip-check legs that are exposed to sharp, steel surface(s) shall have a protective coating or cover;
    • Each whip check leg shall have its own engineered and rated attachment point that shall not be shared by any other devices;

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Ensure all required air hoses (as per standard) have full length whip socks

  • • Air lines connected to a booster or auxiliary compressor shall be full-length Whip Checks

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Ensure oil is present in sight glasses

  • Visually inspect air hoses, whip checks & hammer locks for damage

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault description

ENGINE & ENGINE BAY

  • Hot surfaces clearly labelled?

  • Are turbos, exhaust manifolds and exhaust components wrapped in lagging or guarded to prevent fires and contact with personnel.

  • Are there any engine oil leaks, coolant leaks or fuel leaks

  • Is there a build-up of oily rags / hydrocarbons creating fire risk

  • Is there any wear on turbo oil feed lines, fuel lines etc

  • Suitable access and egress for checking pre-start items

  • MH-CC - Are all rotating/moving parts identified & guarded.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Radiator has a manually operable or built in pressure relief valve cap and has overflow tube fitted.

  • The cooling system shall have the ability for the pressure to be completely relieved before the cap is removed. If a pressure relieving radiator cap cannot be fitted, the service provider shall ensure the coolant level can be checked and replenished without the removal of the radiator cap.

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

OPERATIONAL CHECKS

  • MH-CC - Test emergency stop function. If multiple compressors are used, remote emergency stop shall shut down all compressors.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

COMPLIANCE & CERTIFICATION DOCUMENTATION

  • MH-CC - Inspect MDR, design and plant registration, internal/ external inspection report for pressure vessels and PRV test certificates.

  • Each item of classified plant shall have the following documentation:
    • Design information and drawings;
    • Design registration information (compliance to AS1210-2010);
    • Evidence of plant registration;
    • Inspection reports (2 yearly external / 4 yearly internal as per AS3788:2006);
    • Manufacturer Data Report (MDR);
    • Hydrostatic test report;
    • Pressure Relief Valve certificates (valid 1 year from inspection);
    • Detailed logbook relating to defects, damage, repairs or component replacement; and
    • General information on the equipment.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • AIR BOOSTER
  • Any Air Boosters?

  • Asset number(s)

  • Take a Photo of the Equipment being Inspected

  • Identifiable & Lockable isolator fitted ?

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

EXCLUSION ZONE, BARRICADING & GUARDING

  • MH-CC - Exclusion zones identified / barricaded i.e. rod handling, high pressure air/fluids, dropped objects, open edges

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - Where a barricade / exclusion zone is in place, signs or information tags are to be used, informing of the hazard / restricted area

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - Modifications & repairs to guarding must meet FMG and Australian standards. Is guarding in good condition, sufficient and without bent, broken or missing sections?

  • Service Provider plant and equipment shall comply with Fortescue Guarding & Engineering requirements which apply to all permanent and temporary controls designed to limit personnel interaction with plant and activities (100-PR-SA-1034 & 100-SP-ME-0003) and AS 4024.1501-2006. Guards shall be constructed from 'ARC' mesh, 50x50x3 mm, with rolled edges, unless noted otherwise on the drawings. Finish paint colour Y14 Golden Yellow.
    Guards on rotating equipment shall cover the complete rotating component with no gaps between the guard and housings, i.e. Low speed coupling guards and bearing housings.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH - Line of fire risks identified & controlled

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

ISOLATION POINTS & EMERGENCY STOPS

  • MH-CC - Are isolators fitted to equipment and are they labelled and identify what they control?

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH - Is the remote emergency stop clearly labelled, accessible from ground level and outside the compressor exclusion zone ?

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

ELECTRICAL

  • Anderson plug battery connector point available, labelled for circuit and voltage with cover

  • Battery & leads in good condition

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

WORK PLATFORM, WALKWAYS, STEPS AND ACCESS LADDERS

  • Are removable sections retained

  • Do stairs and ladders terminate close enough to the ground and allow for 3 points of contact

  • MH - Do all gates open inward & are they self-closing, do handrails conform to design requirements

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Are all accesses and egresses i.e. walk ways and stairs adequate, free of trip hazards & obstacles

  • MH-CC - Open edges & potential to fall 2 x 2 identified and controlled

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - Work platforms, elevated work areas and scaffolds shall have complete floors, hand rails, edge protection, barricades, toe boards & safe access & egress

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH - Crush points identified, labelled & where possible, guarded

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

FIRE SUPPRESSION & HANDHELD FIRE EXTINGUISHERS

  • MH - Are fire extinguishers & suppression systems clearly labelled on all equipment (note - not all equipment will have fire suppression)

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Are there enough fire extinguishers available, in date & of suitable type

  • MH-CC - Is the fire suppression system adequately charged & in date?

  • • Visual Inspection every 6 months
    • Recharge of fire suppression every 12 months.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

ONBOARD COMPRESSORS & AIR SYSTEMS

  • Inlet & outlet connection assemblies plumbed 45 – 90 deg facing downwards

  • Aux air inlets & outlets labelled correctly

  • Air outlets for handheld air tools to have a regulator fitted to reduce pressure

  • MH - Check condition of receiver tanks & PRV’s,

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Pressure relief valves to be installed on all pressure vessels to prevent uncontrolled release of stored energy

  • Ensure PRV's discharge away from personnel and point in a downward direction

  • Ensure any vertical PRV's have a bend (45 or 90 deg) on the outlet side to reduce any contamination or blockage

  • MH - Shackles to be rated the same strength or greater than the whip-check & have lock wires/pins if used above head height

  • Bolted fixtures above head height shall have a form of secondary retention;
    • Shackles must be a four-part configuration and appropriately rated;
    • Shackles used as terminal fittings are prevented from unscrewing, e.g. mousing or similar;
    • High pressure hose attachment points shall not be extended through the use of multiple
    shackles in order to be attached; (Rated Hammer locks and Chains acceptable);

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • MH-CC - Adequately rated whip checks/hose restraints to be fitted to all pressure hoses, they must be rated to the maximum pressure & volume of the hose, constructed from stainless or galvanised steel wire rope

  • Completed unit must as a minimum:
    • Shall have ≥900mm of hose grip, two attaching legs that are diametrically opposed with
    protective coating, formed eyes securing the unit and each no longer than 450mm in length;
    • In the event that the hose being secured is less than 900mm in length then a full-length whip
    check shall be used and shall be secured at each end;
    • Whip-checks are to have accredited certification from OEM; • No whip-check sock to be installed over potentially abrasive surface(s) (E.G: Dixon Boss bolt assembly) and any whip-check legs that are exposed to sharp, steel surface(s) shall have a protective coating or cover;
    • Each whip check leg shall have its own engineered and rated attachment point that shall not be shared by any other devices;

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Ensure all required air hoses (as per standard) have full length whip socks

  • • Air lines connected to a booster or auxiliary compressor shall be full-length Whip Checks

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Visually inspect air hoses, whip checks & hammer locks for damage

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

ENGINE & ENGINE BAY

  • Hot surfaces clearly labelled?

  • Are turbos, exhaust manifolds and exhaust components wrapped in lagging or guarded to prevent fires and contact with personnel.

  • Are there any engine oil leaks, coolant leaks or fuel leaks

  • Is there a build-up of oily rags / hydrocarbons creating fire risk

  • Is there any wear on turbo oil feed lines, fuel lines etc

  • Suitable access and egress for checking pre-start items

  • MH-CC - Are all rotating/moving parts identified & guarded.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Radiator has a manually operable or built in pressure relief valve cap and has overflow tube fitted.

  • The cooling system shall have the ability for the pressure to be completely relieved before the cap is removed. If a pressure relieving radiator cap cannot be fitted, the service provider shall ensure the coolant level can be checked and replenished without the removal of the radiator cap.

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

OPERATIONAL CHECKS

  • MH-CC - Test emergency stop function. If multiple compressors are used, remote emergency stop shall shut down all compressors.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

COMPLIANCE & CERTIFICATION DOCUMENTATION

  • MH-CC - Inspect MDR, design and plant registration, internal/ external inspection report for pressure vessels and PRV test certificates.

  • Each item of classified plant shall have the following documentation:
    • Design information and drawings;
    • Design registration information (compliance to AS1210-2010);
    • Evidence of plant registration;
    • Inspection reports (2 yearly external / 4 yearly internal as per AS3788:2006);
    • Manufacturer Data Report (MDR);
    • Hydrostatic test report;
    • Pressure Relief Valve certificates (valid 1 year from inspection);
    • Detailed logbook relating to defects, damage, repairs or component replacement; and
    • General information on the equipment.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

TRUCKS & TRACKED EQUIPMENT (Including Rig Carriers)

    TRUCKS & TRACKED EQUIPMENT
  • Any Trucks?

  • Take a Photo of the Equipment being Inspected

  • Equipment Asset ID Number

  • Equipment Make & Model

  • KM/ Hour Reading

SUPPORTING INFORMATION REQUIRED

  • Operations Manual in Equipment

  • Copy of SME Registration/Certification

  • Weed & Seed clearance documentation completed

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS

  • Identifiable & Lockable ground level isolator at point of access

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated until fault rectified

  • Effective guarding on all accessible moving parts.

  • Adequate access and egress.

  • Has a Certified Rollover Protection (ROPS) been fitted ?

  • For a ROPS system to be deemed compliant, the following is required - Visual inspection of the ROPS shall be part of the truck/ vehicle pre-start.
    - Visual inspection of the ROPS shall be part of the truck/ vehicle service.
    - ROPS system shall be inspected by a 3rd party every 2 years or as per OEM specification.

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Approved ROP's exemption must be in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Approved ROP's exemption must be place

  • All seating positions have inertia reel seal belts, in good operating condition and not frayed.

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Permanent flashing amber light fitted & operational — exception, Off Highway Haul trucks. (magnetic beacons are not acceptable)

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Adequate lighting for activities associated with vehicle

  • Identification signage on 3 sides (sides & rear).

  • Windscreen wipers & washers fitted.

  • Enclosed, sealed air-conditioned operator cabin.

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Wheel Chocks available

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Pre Start Inspection Booklet

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Radiator has a manually operable or built in pressure relief valve cap and has overflow tube fitted.

  • The cooling system shall have the ability for the pressure to be completely relieved before the cap is removed. If a pressure relieving radiator cap cannot be fitted, the service provider shall ensure the coolant level can be checked and replenished without the removal of the radiator cap.

  • Hand-held fire suppression, charged & in date.

  • Battery secured, covered and in good general condition.

  • No visible damage to vehicle / machine that can affect its safe operation.

  • Wheel nut indicators

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

OPERATIONAL AND MAINTENANCE CHECKS

  • Radio fitted and operates on site channels.

  • Horn operational

  • Reversing alarm fitted & operational.

  • All fitted Warning lights and indicators operational (head, brake, indicator, park & reverse lights).

  • Test operation of windscreen washers, wipers and check windscreen for cracks.

  • Apply foot brake and check for air leaks.

  • To test for air leaks in brake system -
    1/ Ensure truck is fundamentally stable
    2/ Ensure brake system air is at least 8 bar ( pressure gauges for brake system on dash board) 3/ If engine running, shutdown engine/ switch off truck. 4/ Listen for air leaks when brakes applied.

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Hydraulic, fuel and turbo oil lines free of abrasion and leaks.

  • Air lines and wiring looms are secure and in good condition.

  • Engine and transmission free of oil/ fuel/ coolant leaks.

  • Operator cabin tidy and accessories/ equipment secured ?

  • Ensure no loose items are in cabin i.e jacks, jack poles, tools etc

  • Inspect and check operation of seat adjustment and air suspension seats (if applicable )

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

  • Any Tracked Equipment?

  • Take a Photo of the Equipment being Inspected

  • Equipment Asset ID Number

  • Grouser Plates and track Link condition

  • Roller and Idler condition

  • Sprocket condition

  • Final Drive condition

  • Other faults?

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

STANDALONE ROD HANDLER/ PIPE LOADER

    STANDALONE ROD HANDLER/ PIPE LOADER
  • Is there a standalone Rod Handler or Pipe Loader ?

  • Asset number

  • Take Photo of Equipment being Inspected

TRAILER & JACK UP SLOOP

  • Is the rod handler or pipe loader mounted on a jack up sloop or trailer ?

  • Jack up Sloop - Asset number

  • Take Photo of Equipment being Inspected

  • Jack up Sloop - Identifiable & lockable isolator fitted and accessible from ground level ?

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Jack up Sloop - Crush points identified, labelled & where possible, guarded

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Jack up Sloop - Is the sloop remotely operated or out of the line of fire ?

  • Jack up Sloop - Control panel functions clearly labelled

  • Jack up Sloop - View documented evidence of the last prestart and service completed

  • Jack up Sloop - Suitable access and egress for checking pre-start items

  • If access to power pack could result in a fall from height resulting in injury, view safe work procedure to safely access power pack for servicing and prestarts.

  • Jack up Sloop - Automatic fire suppression system or sufficient fire extinguishers that are charged and in date ?

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Jack up Sloop - Machine Rated Capacity MRC or Working Load Limit WLL clearly identified.

  • Jack up Sloop - Audible alarm shall be fitted to indicate when sloop in operation

  • Jack up Sloop - Over-centre valves shall be installed on jack legs

  • Jack up Sloop - Coupling system i.e container locks, suitable for safe transportation. Chain, straps or rope not permitted.

  • Jack up Sloop - Emergency stops clearly labelled and accessible from ground level

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Jack up Sloop - Anderson plug battery connector point available and labelled for circuit and voltage

  • Jack up Sloop - Inspect for any cracks or fatigue

  • Jack up Sloop - Test emergency stop function

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Jack up Sloop - Other faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

  • Trailer - Asset number

  • Trailer - Take Photo of Equipment being Inspected

  • Inspect trailer assembly i.e. tow hitch, mounting points, general condition

  • Trailer - Wheel nut indicators

  • Trailer - Wheel Chocks available

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Trailer - All fitted Warning lights and indicators operational (head, brake, indicator, park & reverse lights).

  • Trailer - View documented evidence of the last prestart and service completed

ROD HANDLER/ PIPE LOADER ASSEMBLY

  • Gravitational energy/dropped objects controlled via exclusion zones & barricading

  • Refer to section 4.20 in Drill Standard

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • All hydraulic hoses and fittings condition

  • Are all rotating/moving parts identified & guarded.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Crush points identified, labelled & where possible, guarded

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Rod stopper condition

  • Rod loader controls clearly labelled

  • Rod loader operation in suitable position

  • No over spooling or bunching of wire ropes on cable drums. Check for winch & wireline creep

  • Inspect rod handler or pipe loader for cracks and/ or fatigue

  • Isolator(s) fitted, labelled & functional

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Test dead man / proximity/interlock switches are operational

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Test emergency stop function

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

STANDALONE MUD PUMPS & BULK FLUID/ MIXING TANKS

    STANDALONE MUD PUMPS
  • Any Mud Pumps ?

  • Asset number

  • Take Photo of Equipment being Inspected

SKID, TRAILER & JACK UP SLOOP

  • Is the mud pump mounted on a skid, trailer or jack up sloop ?

  • Jack up Sloop - Asset number

  • Take Photo of Equipment being Inspected

  • MH-CC - Jack up Sloop - Identifiable & lockable isolator fitted and accessible from ground level ?

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Jack up Sloop - Crush points identified, labelled & where possible, guarded

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Jack up Sloop - Is the sloop remotely operated or out of the line of fire ?

  • Jack up Sloop - Control panel functions clearly labelled

  • Jack up Sloop - View documented evidence of the last prestart and service completed

  • Jack up Sloop - Suitable access and egress for checking pre-start items

  • If access to power pack could result in a fall from height resulting in injury, view safe work procedure to safely access power pack for servicing and prestarts.

  • Jack up Sloop - Automatic fire suppression system or sufficient fire extinguishers that are charged and in date ?

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Jack up Sloop - Machine Rated Capacity MRC or Working Load Limit WLL clearly identified.

  • Jack up Sloop - Audible alarm shall be fitted to indicate when sloop in operation

  • Jack up Sloop - Over-centre valves shall be installed on jack legs

  • Jack up Sloop - Coupling system i.e container locks, suitable for safe transportation. Chain, straps or rope not permitted.

  • Jack up Sloop - Emergency stops clearly labelled and accessible from ground level

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Jack up Sloop - Anderson plug battery connector point available and labelled for circuit and voltage

  • Jack up Sloop - Inspect for any cracks or fatigue

  • Jack up Sloop - Test emergency stop function

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Jack up Sloop - Other faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

  • Trailer - Asset number

  • Trailer - Take Photo of Equipment being Inspected

  • Inspect trailer assembly i.e. tow hitch, mounting points, general condition

  • Trailer - Wheel nut indicators

  • Trailer - Wheel Chocks available

  • Trailer - All fitted Warning lights and indicators operational (head, brake, indicator, park & reverse lights).

  • Trailer - View documented evidence of the last prestart and service completed

  • Lifting points/ fork tynes rated for application and in good condition

  • Sticker or signage indicating Tare weight

POWER-PACK

  • Does the Mud pump have a stand alone engine

  • Identifiable & Lockable isolator fitted ?

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Hot surfaces clearly labelled?

  • Are all rotating/moving parts identified & guarded.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Are turbos, exhaust manifolds and exhaust components wrapped in lagging or guarded to prevent fires and contact with personnel.

  • Are there any engine oil leaks, coolant leaks or fuel leaks

  • Is there a build-up of oily rags / hydrocarbons creating fire risk

  • Is there any wear on turbo oil feed lines, fuel lines etc

  • Suitable access and egress for checking pre-start items

  • Battery(s) secured and covered

  • Is the fire suppression system adequate, charged & in date?

  • • Visual Inspection every 6 months
    • Recharge of fire suppression every 12 months.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Radiator has a manually operable or built in pressure relief valve cap and has overflow tube fitted.

  • The cooling system shall have the ability for the pressure to be completely relieved before the cap is removed. If a pressure relieving radiator cap cannot be fitted, the service provider shall ensure the coolant level can be checked and replenished without the removal of the radiator cap.

MUD PUMP ASSEMBLY

  • Are hoses & couplings in good condition with no leaks?

  • Are hoses & couplings rated for the maximum likely pressure & do they have secondary retention

  • Do high pressure delivery lines have suitable whip checks, anchor points?

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Are inlets, outlets & controls labelled?

  • Is an accumulator fitted ?

  • Does the accumulator comply with AS1210 - Pressure vessels ? Pressure vessels with a hazard level greater than E are itinerant classified plant.

  • To determine the hazard level for a gas charged accumulator used with a non hazardous fluid and non hazardous gas , multiply the accumulator volume in litres by the design pressure in Megapascals. If the answer is a value of 30 or greater, the vessel has a hazard level greater than E. Pressure vessels with a hazard level greater than E are classified plant and therefore require MDR, Inspection reports, design registration etc. Accumulator volume and design pressure should be stamped on the accumulator.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Adjusted/ shear pin style PRV or fixed/ pressure set PRV fitted?

  • Are the manufacturers adjustment instructions readily available i.e OEM manual, information plaque etc ?

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Discharge away from personnel

  • Is the adjustment/ shear pin as per manufacturers specification ?

  • Ensure home made or make shift pins are not being used i.e nails, thick wire, allen keys etc

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Test certificate current ?

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Discharge away from personnel

  • Emergency stops clearly labelled and accessible from ground level

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Test emergency stop function

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

  • BULK FLUID & MIXING TANKS
  • Any Mixing tanks ?

  • Asset number

  • Take Photo of Equipment being Inspected

SKID, TRAILER & JACK-UP SLOOP

  • Is the tank mounted on a skid, trailer or jack up sloop ?

  • Jack up Sloop - Asset number

  • Take Photo of Equipment being Inspected

  • Jack up Sloop - Identifiable & lockable isolator fitted and accessible from ground level ?

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Jack up Sloop - Crush points identified, labelled & where possible, guarded

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Jack up Sloop - Is the sloop remotely operated or out of the line of fire ?

  • Jack up Sloop - Control panel functions clearly labelled

  • Jack up Sloop - View documented evidence of the last prestart and service completed

  • Jack up Sloop - Suitable access and egress for checking pre-start items

  • If access to power pack could result in a fall from height resulting in injury, view safe work procedure to safely access power pack for servicing and prestarts.

  • Jack up Sloop - Automatic fire suppression system or sufficient fire extinguishers that are charged and in date ?

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Jack up Sloop - Machine Rated Capacity MRC or Working Load Limit WLL clearly identified.

  • Jack up Sloop - Audible alarm shall be fitted to indicate when sloop in operation

  • Jack up Sloop - Over-centre valves shall be installed on jack legs

  • Jack up Sloop - Coupling system i.e container locks, suitable for safe transportation. Chain, straps or rope not permitted.

  • Jack up Sloop - Emergency stops clearly labelled and accessible from ground level

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Jack up Sloop - Anderson plug battery connector point available and labelled for circuit and voltage

  • Jack up Sloop - Inspect for any cracks or fatigue

  • Jack up Sloop - Test emergency stop function

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Jack up Sloop - Other faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

  • Trailer - Asset number

  • Trailer - Take Photo of Equipment being Inspected

  • Inspect trailer assembly i.e. tow hitch, mounting points, general condition

  • Trailer - Wheel nut indicators

  • Trailer - Wheel Chocks available

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Trailer - All fitted Warning lights and indicators operational (head, brake, indicator, park & reverse lights).

  • Trailer - View documented evidence of the last prestart and service completed

  • Lifting points/ fork tynes rated for application and in good condition

  • Sticker or signage indicating Tare weight

POWER-PACK

  • Does the mixing tank have a stand alone engine

  • Identifiable & Lockable isolator fitted ?

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Hot surfaces clearly labelled?

  • Are all rotating/moving parts identified & guarded.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Are turbos, exhaust manifolds and exhaust components wrapped in lagging or guarded to prevent fires and contact with personnel.

  • Are there any engine oil leaks, coolant leaks or fuel leaks

  • Is there a build-up of oily rags / hydrocarbons creating fire risk

  • Is there any wear on turbo oil feed lines, fuel lines etc

  • Suitable access and egress for checking pre-start items

  • Battery(s) secured and covered

  • Automatic fire suppression system or sufficient fire extinguishers that are charged and in date ?

  • • Visual Inspection every 6 months
    • Recharge of fire suppression every 12 months.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Radiator has a manually operable or built in pressure relief valve cap and has overflow tube fitted.

  • The cooling system shall have the ability for the pressure to be completely relieved before the cap is removed. If a pressure relieving radiator cap cannot be fitted, the service provider shall ensure the coolant level can be checked and replenished without the removal of the radiator cap.

  • Emergency stops clearly labelled and accessible from ground level

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Test emergency stop function

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

TANK & MIXING ASSEMBLY

  • Are the hydraulic hoses & couplings in good condition with no leaks?

  • Are hoses & couplings rated for the maximum likely pressure & do they have secondary retention

  • Do high pressure delivery lines have suitable whip checks, anchor points?

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Mixing tank hydraulic agitator condition

  • Fluid inlets, outlets & controls labelled ?

  • Are all rotating/moving parts identified & guarded.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Is the tank securely attached/ fitted ?

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

JACK UP SLOOPS

    JACK UP SLOOPS
  • Any Jack up sloops ?

  • Asset number

  • Take Photo of Equipment being Inspected

  • MH-CC - Identifiable & lockable isolator fitted and accessible from ground level ?

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Crush points identified, labelled & where possible, guarded

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Is the sloop remotely operated or out of the line of fire ?

  • Control panel functions clearly labelled

  • View documented evidence of the last prestart and service completed

  • Suitable access and egress for checking pre-start items

  • If access to power pack could result in a fall from height resulting in injury, view safe work procedure to safely access power pack for servicing and prestarts.

  • Automatic fire suppression system or sufficient fire extinguishers that are charged and in date ?

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Machine Rated Capacity MRC or Working Load Limit WLL clearly identified.

  • Audible alarm shall be fitted to indicate when sloop in operation

  • Over-centre valves shall be installed on jack legs

  • Coupling system i.e container locks, suitable for safe transportation. Chain, straps or rope not permitted.

  • Emergency stops clearly labelled and accessible from ground level

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Anderson plug battery connector point available and labelled for circuit and voltage

  • Inspect for any cracks or fatigue

  • Test emergency stop function

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Other faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

BACKHOE/ TELEHANDLER/ FRONT END LOADERS

    BACKHOE/ TELEHANDLER/ FRONT END LOADERS
  • Backhoe/Telehandler or Front end loader?

  • Asset number(s)

  • Take Photo of Equipment being Inspected

  • Do all telehandler, backhoe, and front end loaders using forks for handling drill rods & bore casing have engineered and rated pipe grab attachments which are fit for purpose?

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Do all telehandler, backhoe and front end loader attachments have secondary retention on locking and mounting pins for attachments?

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Ensure that telehandlers, backhoes and front end loaders have lifting load charts present and legible.

  • All indicators, flashing lights, head lights and reversing lights working?

  • Reversing Alarms / Horn working

  • Two-way radio, compatible with site system

  • High visibility signage that allows clear and easy Identification from all sides

  • Electronic or Hard Copy Pre-start are present & being used

  • Anderson lead battery connector point available and labelled for circuit and voltage

  • Identifiable & Lockable isolator fitted ?

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Are there any engine oil leaks, coolant leaks or fuel leaks

  • Suitable access and egress for checking pre-start items

  • Are there any hydraulic leaks?

  • Are there enough fire extinguishers available, in date & of suitable type

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Radiator has a manually operable or built in pressure relief valve cap and has overflow tube fitted.

  • The cooling system shall have the ability for the pressure to be completely relieved before the cap is removed. If a pressure relieving radiator cap cannot be fitted, the service provider shall ensure the coolant level can be checked and replenished without the removal of the radiator cap.

  • View evidence that the telehandler inspection frequency comply with Australian standard AS2550.19

  • As per Australian Standard - AS2550.19, inspection frequency shall be as follows - pre operational, routine (3 monthly), periodic (annual) and major (10 yearly, if applicable). Periodic and major inspections must be carried out by a 3rd party.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • ROP's system or ROP's approved cabin ?

  • Other faults ?

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

WORK PLATFORMS & LADDERS

    WORK PLATFORMS & LADDERS
  • Any Work Platforms or Ladders present?

  • Work platforms, elevated work areas and scaffolds shall have complete floors, hand rails, edge protection, barricades, toe boards & safe access & egress

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Is the frame and all steps, gates etc in good condition; i.e. welds free of cracks or fatigue

  • Do all gates open inward & are they self-closing, do handrails conform to design requirements

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

VLC & LIFTING EQUIPMENT

    VLC & LIFTING EQUIPMENT
  • Any VLC and/or Lifting equipment present?

  • Asset or serial number

  • Take a Photo of the Equipment being Inspected

  • Machine Rated Capacity MRC or Working Load Limit WLL clearly identified and marked on all relevant lifting devices/equipment?

  • Winch limiter/Cut out switch installed and operational

  • Check for excessive amounts of rust, broken wires, squashing & deformities in cables & wirelines

  • All steel wire ropes shall be replaced annually or have a documented, accredited NDT inspection, which confirms wire ropes are within OEM specifications.

  • Does all lifting equipment have its own unique identity code or number, excluding shackles?

  • Are all lifting hooks fitted with a safety latch except for grab & chain shortening hooks?

  • No bent or deformed hooks & shackles

  • VLC shall have evidence of inspections in conformance to Australian Standard - AS 2550.1

  • As per Australian Standard - AS2550.1, inspection frequency shall be as follows - pre operational, routine (3 monthly), periodic (annual) and major (10 yearly, if applicable). Periodic and major inspections must be carried out by a 3rd party.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

GEN SETS/ PORTABLE WELDERS/ LIGHTING PLANTS/ 240V ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT

    GEN SETS/ PORTABLE WELDERS/ LIGHTING PLANTS/ 240V ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT
  • Any Gen sets/ Portable Welders/ Lighting Plants or 240V Electrical Equipment ?

  • Any 240v electrical equipment ( drills, angle grinders etc ) ?

  • Check portable electrical equipment has a current test tag

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Mobile electrical equipment such as caravan & workshops are RCD protected, test & tagged

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Is Genset hardwired to a building or Caravan correctly earthed?

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • There is no requirement for portable generators to be separately earthed, and it is generally not recommended. For stand-alone generators, the generator frame effectively forms the ‘earth’ of the electrical system. Earthing via an electrode to the general mass of the earth is not required nor recommended. A MEN link at the generator is required. For stand-alone welding generating sets, it is strongly recommended that NO earth electrode is installed; otherwise the welding current might flow via unintended paths and create risks to personnel and equipment.

  • GENSET/ WELDER/ LIGHTING PLANT
  • Is there a Genset, Welder or Lighting Plant ?

  • Asset number(s)

  • Take a Photo of the Equipment being Inspected

  • Identifiable & Lockable isolator fitted ?

  • Is the genset or lighting plant trailer mounted ?

  • Inspect trailer assembly i.e. tow hitch, mounting points, general condition

  • Wheel nut indicators

  • Wheel Chocks available

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH - Crush points identified, labelled & where possible, guarded

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Structurally sound, free of sharp edges, obstacles, cracks and defects

  • Are removable handrail and/ or platform sections retained

  • All fitted Warning lights and indicators operational (head, brake, indicator, park & reverse lights).

  • RCD installed, tested and tagged ?

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • 240v outlets shall be IP56 (minimum) rated, switched sockets

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Pre start book present

  • Voltage reduction device (VRD) fitted to welder ?

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated until fault rectified

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated until fault rectified

  • Welding leads condition

  • Emergency stops clearly labelled and operational

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated until fault rectified

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated until fault rectified

  • Are there enough fire extinguishers available, in date & of suitable type

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated until fault rectified

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated until fault rectified

  • Radiator has a manually operable or built in pressure relief valve cap and has overflow tube fitted.

  • The cooling system shall have the ability for the pressure to be completely relieved before the cap is removed. If a pressure relieving radiator cap cannot be fitted, the service provider shall ensure the coolant level can be checked and replenished without the removal of the radiator cap.

  • General Condition

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

DCU

    DCU
  • DCU present?

  • Asset number(s)

  • Take a Photo of the Equipment being Inspected

  • DCU is securely mounted & level with no cracks in mounting structure.

  • Every three (3) years – Inspection of all load-bearing attachment points, welds and critical
    load bearing path areas, which will include cyclone support arm and attachment;

  • Secondary retention on any attachments

  • Inspect DCU trailer i.e. tow hitch, mounting points, general condition

  • Sample hose condition

  • Sampler not in line of fire

  • DCU fundamentally stable

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

MUD CLEANING SYSTEM/ SOLIDS CONTROL UNIT

    MUD CLEANING SYSTEM/ SOLIDS CONTROL UNIT
  • Mud cleaning system present ?

  • Asset number(s)

  • Take a Photo of the Equipment being Inspected

  • MH-CC - Exclusion zones identified / barricaded i.e. rod handling, high pressure air/fluids, dropped objects, open edges

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - Where a barricade / exclusion zone is in place, signs or information tags are to be used, informing of the hazard / restricted area

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

TRAILER & SKID MOUNTED

  • Is the mud cleaning system skid or trailer mounted ?

  • Trailer - Asset number

  • Trailer - Take Photo of Equipment being Inspected

  • Inspect trailer assembly i.e. tow hitch, mounting points, general condition

  • Trailer - Wheel nut indicators

  • Trailer - Wheel Chocks available

  • Trailer - All fitted Warning lights and indicators operational (head, brake, indicator, park & reverse lights).

  • Trailer - View documented evidence of the last prestart and service completed

POWER-PACK

  • Select Power-pack type

  • Power-pack - Asset number(s)

  • Power-pack - Take a Photo of the Equipment being Inspected

  • Power-pack - Isolator fitted to equipment and are they labelled and identify what they control?

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Power-pack - RCD installed, tested and tagged ?

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Power-pack - 240v outlets shall be IP56 (minimum) rated, switched sockets

  • Power-pack - Pre start book present

  • Power-pack - Earthing rod present and correctly installed?

  • There is no requirement for portable generators to be separately earthed, and it is generally not recommended. For stand-alone generators, the generator frame effectively forms the ‘earth’ of the electrical system. Earthing via an electrode to the general mass of the earth is not required nor recommended. A MEN link at the generator is required. For stand-alone welding generating sets, it is strongly recommended that NO earth electrode is installed; otherwise the welding current might flow via unintended paths and create risks to personnel and equipment.

  • Power-pack - Emergency stops clearly labelled and operational

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Power-pack - Are there enough fire extinguishers available, in date & of suitable type

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Power-pack - General Condition

  • Power-pack - Asset number(s)

  • Power-pack - Take Photo of Equipment being Inspected

  • Power-pack - Identifiable & Lockable isolator fitted ?

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Power-pack - Hot surfaces clearly labelled?

  • Power-pack - Are all rotating/moving parts identified & guarded.

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Power-pack - Are turbos, exhaust manifolds and exhaust components wrapped in lagging or guarded to prevent fires and contact with personnel.

  • Power-pack - Are there any engine oil leaks, coolant leaks or fuel leaks

  • Power-pack - Is there a build-up of oily rags / hydrocarbons creating fire risk

  • Power-pack - Is there any wear on turbo oil feed lines, fuel lines etc

  • Power-pack - Suitable access and egress for checking pre-start items

  • Power-pack - Battery(s) secured and covered

  • Power-pack - Is the fire suppression system adequate, charged & in date?

  • • Visual Inspection every 6 months
    • Recharge of fire suppression every 12 months.

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Power-pack - Are hydraulic & fuel hoses & couplings in good condition with no leaks?

  • Radiator has a manually operable or built in pressure relief valve cap and has overflow tube fitted.

  • The cooling system shall have the ability for the pressure to be completely relieved before the cap is removed. If a pressure relieving radiator cap cannot be fitted, the service provider shall ensure the coolant level can be checked and replenished without the removal of the radiator cap.

SOLIDS/ SEPARATION TANKS & ASSEMBLY

  • MH-CC - Modifications & repairs to guarding must meet FMG and Australian standards. Is guarding in good condition, sufficient and without bent, broken or missing sections?

  • Service Provider plant and equipment shall comply with Fortescue Guarding & Engineering requirements which apply to all permanent and temporary controls designed to limit personnel interaction with plant and activities (100-PR-SA-1034 & 100-SP-ME-0003) and AS 4024.1501-2006. Guards shall be constructed from 'ARC' mesh, 50x50x3 mm, with rolled edges, unless noted otherwise on the drawings. Finish paint colour Y14 Golden Yellow.
    Guards on rotating equipment shall cover the complete rotating component with no gaps between the guard and housings, i.e. Low speed coupling guards and bearing housings.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - Are all rotating/moving parts identified & guarded.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Structurally sound, free of sharp edges, obstacles, cracks and defects

  • Are all levers & controls clearly labelled, functional & undamaged

  • Do levers return to centre / neutral position

  • MH - Crush points identified, labelled & where possible, guarded

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Are removable handrail and/ or platform sections retained

  • Removable framing and/ or equipment fitted at height such as the silt funnel assembly, hoses, piping etc shall have secondary retention.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Do stairs and ladders terminate close enough to the ground and allow for 3 points of contact

  • MH-CC - Open edges & potential to fall 2 x 2 identified and controlled

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - Work platforms, elevated work areas and scaffolds shall have complete floors, hand rails, edge protection, barricades, toe boards & safe access & egress

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH - Do all gates open inward & are they self-closing, do handrails conform to design requirements

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • MH-CC - Adequately rated whip checks/hose restraints to be fitted to all pressure hoses, they must be rated to the maximum pressure & volume of the hose, constructed from stainless or galvanised steel wire rope

  • Completed unit must as a minimum:
    • Shall have ≥900mm of hose grip, two attaching legs that are diametrically opposed with
    protective coating, formed eyes securing the unit and each no longer than 450mm in length;
    • In the event that the hose being secured is less than 900mm in length then a full-length whip
    check shall be used and shall be secured at each end;
    • Whip-checks are to have accredited certification from OEM; • No whip-check sock to be installed over potentially abrasive surface(s) (E.G: Dixon Boss bolt assembly) and any whip-check legs that are exposed to sharp, steel surface(s) shall have a protective coating or cover;
    • Each whip check leg shall have its own engineered and rated attachment point that shall not be shared by any other devices;

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

TRAILERS

    TRAILERS
  • Any trailers ?

  • Asset number

  • Take Photo of Equipment being Inspected

  • Inspect trailer assembly i.e. tow hitch, mounting points, general condition

  • Wheel nut indicators

  • Wheel Chocks available

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • MH - Crush points identified, labelled & where possible, guarded

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Structurally sound, free of sharp edges, obstacles, cracks and defects

  • Are removable handrail and/ or platform sections retained

  • Do stairs and ladders terminate close enough to the ground and allow for 3 points of contact

  • MH-CC - Open edges & potential to fall 2 x 2 identified and controlled

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH-CC - Work platforms, elevated work areas and scaffolds shall have complete floors, hand rails, edge protection, barricades, toe boards & safe access & egress

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • Equipment/ machine cannot be operated until fault rectified.

  • MH - Do all gates open inward & are they self-closing, do handrails conform to design requirements

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • Equipment/ machine must not be operated unless appropriate control and department manager approval is in place

  • All fitted Warning lights and indicators operational (head, brake, indicator, park & reverse lights).

  • View documented evidence of the last prestart and service completed

  • Other Faults

  • Fault Description

  • Fault Description

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