PPE

Is the PPE Plan available and based on a risk assessment of the local hazards, effectively implemented, regularly reviewed and does all PPE equipment meet the applicable Industry Standard?

Are all designated work areas requiring PPE clearly marked and communicated to all that enter the area?

Is a copy of the PPE requirement document signed by management, posted in all designated work areas?

Is there evidence that all employees and contractors comply with the rig PPE plan?

Are there sufficient coveralls, hard hats, and safety glasses etc. available for all visitor to satisfy the rig PPE plan?

Does all line management lead by example, wearing PPE at all times as per the rig PPE plan?

Are Saxon coveralls defined as long-sleeved coveralls worn by all personnel in all rig/ workshop and/or yard areas?

Are ANSI or EN standard hard hats worn in all crane areas, where items are stored above head height, or where there is a risk of falling objects, striking the head against overhead fixtures or being impacted by a moving object?

Is ANSI standard Z87.1 - 1989 or European Standard 166 eye protection worn by all personnel in the PPE required areas?

Are both safety goggles and a full-face shield worn while operating grinders or abrasive wheels?

When handling hazardous chemicals, including cement, are indirect-vented chemical goggles being worn?

Is all fall equipment inspected before each use and as per manufacturer recommendations?

Is ANSI standard Z41 PT 91 or European standard EN 345 foot protection worn by all personnel in the PPE required areas?

Is chemical resistant foot protection being worn when handling or working with hazardous or corrosive materials?

Are chemical resistant gloves being worn when handling hazardous chemicals and as per the MSDS?

Are asbestos-free, high temperature gloves being worn when handling hot equipment or material?

Has a sound survey been completed for all machinery and equipment at the location?

Is hearing protection being worn in all noise hazard areas where exposure is equal to or more than an eight hour time weighted average of 85 dBA and have all these areas been clearly marked and indicated to those that enter the area?

Are flexible ear plugs, ear muffs or radio communication headsets being utilized to bring the level of sound exposure to or below 85dBs using industry standards for noise reduction rating (NRR)?

Is respiratory protection being worn in all areas assessed as having a harmful atmosphere and have all these areas been clearly marked and indicated to those that enter the area?

Are finger rings removed in the workplace (except offices), and are loose clothing, traditional headgear, dangling bracelets or chains, neckties, etc (this includes securing long hair) removed while working around machinery or moving parts?