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Delta-P Test Corp. Safety Handbook

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Remember: The contents of this handbook were not intended to make your life difficult or to increase your paperwork. This book is designed to keep you and your co-workers safe.



1.0 Corporate Safety Policy.......................................................................3 2.0 Petroleum Industry Guiding Principles for Worker Safety...............4 3.0 Introduction..........................................................................................5 4.0 Safety Responsibilities........................................................................6

4.1 Operating Companys Responsibilities..................................................6 4.2 Managements Responsibilities..............................................................6 4.3 Testers Responsibilities........................................................................7

5.0 Hazard Identification............................................................................9 5.1 Introduction............................................................................................9 5.2 Types of Inspections..............................................................................9

5.2.1 Vehicle Inspections.........................................................................9 5.2.2 Site Inspections............................................................................10

5.3 Hazard Control.....................................................................................10 5.4 Hazard Reporting.................................................................................10 5.5 Implementation of Hazard Identification and Control...........................11 5.6 Hazard Control through Maintenance..................................................12

6.0 Rules and Work Procedures .............................................................13 6.1 General Safety Rules.......................................................................13 6.2 Personal Protective Equipment........................................................14 6.3 Vehicles and Driving.........................................................................15 6.4 Fire Prevention and Protection.........................................................16 6.5 Hazardous Materials.........................................................................18 6.6 Equipment and Operations...............................................................20 6.7 Testing Specific Rules......................................................................24 6.8 Working Alone..................................................................................24

7.0 Communication..................................................................................25 7.1 General.....................................................................................................25 7.2 Pre-Job Safety Meetings..........................................................................25 7.3 General Safety Meeting............................................................................25

8.0 Training and Orientation...................................................................27 Appendix A: Inspection Sheets.......................................................................29 Appendix B: Hazard Identification Report and Incident Report...................30 Appendix C: Hazard Management.................................................................. 31 Appendix D: Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS)...........................................................................................................................35 Appendix E: Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG).............................36 Appendix F: Industry Recommended Practices: Drill Stem Testing...........37 Appendix G: Working Alone............................................................................38 Appendix H: Safety Meeting Forms................................................................39



1.0 Corporate Safety Policy

1. The health and safety of employees, contractors, and sub-contractors are paramount in the conduct of our business.

2. Risks present in all operations must be managed to prevent injury and sickness, through proper work planning and organizing, hazard identification, hazard control, and accident investigation.

3. Management is responsible and accountable for providing a safe working environment and fostering safe working attitudes.

4. Management is responsible for establishing safety rules and procedures, as well as providing proper training and to ensure that everyone understands their responsibilities.

5. All employees, contractors, and sub-contractors must comply with all health and safety policies and follow all established rules and procedures at all times.

6. Company rules and procedures meet applicable laws, regulations, industry standards, and client requirements.

7. It is the responsibility of employees, contractors, and sub-contractors to work in a manner that ensures their personal safety as well as the safety of their fellow workers.

8. It is the responsibility of management, employees, contractors, and sub-contractors to support, participate in, and enhance the safety program and communicate ideas to improve, and ultimately, achieve excellence in health and safety.

9. Everyone has the right and responsibility to refuse to do work when unsafe conditions exist.

10. By fulfilling our safety responsibilities, everyone who works for Delta P Test Corp. will share the benefits of a safe work environment.

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2.0 Petroleum Industry Guiding Principles for Worker Safety

There are two copies of the Petroleum Guiding Principles for Worker Safety included in this manual. One is on the following page; the other is laminated and loose. Please display the laminated copy (prominently) in your test unit.

There is a laminated copy of Delta-Ps Corporate Safety Policy. Please display the laminated copy (prominently) in your test unit.

Petroleum Industry Guiding Principles For Worker Safety

We, the members of the petroleum industry, have a responsibility to protect all workers engaged in its activities from personal injury and health hazards. To meet our responsibility we will operate under the following guiding principles: RESPONSIBILITY The operating company, when acting as prime contractor, is responsible for coordination and general supervision of all activities at the work site, including activities carried out by contractors, sub-contractors, service companies and suppliers. While all parties have a responsibility to promote worker safety, the operating company recognizes its leadership role in promoting worker health and safety on the basis that it has the greatest power to influence work site situations. It is the responsibility of workers and employers to refuse to perform unsafe work practices. PRIORITY Activities will be conducted on the basis that safety of all personnel is of vital importance, whether those personnel are employed by an operating company, a contracto a sub-contractor, a service company or a supplier. RECOGNITION The process of selecting contractors, sub-contractors, service compaadministration of contracts, will include recognition and support of goodand recognition based on good safety performance will also be proviemployees. IMPROVEMENT The operating company, in cooperation with service companies withmethods and practices that have potential for improving safety performan Chairman of the Board Canadian Association of Petroleum Producers Cana

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3.0 Introduction

Delta-P Test Corp. is sincerely concerned about the safety of its employees, contractors, and sub-contractors. It is the company policy to provide a safe working environment. This manual was designed to provide everyone working for Delta-P Test Corp. with the tools to ensure that they can work safely.

Everyone must follow the safety procedures outlined in this manual and all applicable government regulations while working for Delta-P Test Corp.

Testing, by the very nature of the work, is diverse and demanding. Working environments and condition are always changing as such; rules cannot be established to cover all situations and scenarios. It is mandatory that good judgment and common sense prevail in all testing and traveling situations. Be alert and do not take chances.

If the job cant be done safely, it shouldnt be done at all.

T.B. Bratrud, P.Eng.

Chief Engineer

Delta-P Test Corp.



4.0 Safety Responsibilities

It is the responsibility of every employee, contractor, or sub-contractor or operating company (client) to meet the goals of Delta Ps corporate Safety Policy. To this end, the general safety responsibilities of each person involved in the work have been identified. It should be noted that due to the diverse nature of well testing, these lists should be used as guidelines for determining safe work, but safe work is not limited to the responsibilities contained on these lists. Common sense must prevail at all times and safety must be the paramount condition in all testing and traveling circumstances.

4.1 Operating Companys Responsibilities

The operating Companys Responsibilities are:

Insist on safe performance throughout operations by ensuring contractors and employees are competent to do their work properly.

Have an effective safety program.

Ensure the safety program and operations comply with contractual and regulatory requirements.

Ensure contractors and employees know the operating companys expectations.

Provide sufficient time for contractors and employees to perform their jobs safely.

Hire for employees and contractors only individuals who have good safety records.

4.2 Managements Responsibilities

Managements responsibilities are:

Insist on performance and behavior that meet the standards of the companys safety program.

Encourage employee involvement in safety by demonstrating managements commitment to safety.

Ensuring company, contractor, and testing operations comply with government safety requirements.

Ensuring accidents and incidents are reported and investigated and corrective actions are taken.



Ensuring that testers are adequately qualified to perform their work.

Ensuring that training needs are identified and met.

Ensure that testers, contractors, and sub-contractors know what is expected of them.

Ensure that testers, contractors, and sub-contractors understand the proper reporting procedures for accidents and incidents.

Conduct investigations, using outside specialists if required, of all accidents and incidents. Record all findings and take appropriate measures.

Establish equipment inspection and maintenance procedures and schedules.

Conduct safety meetings and record minutes; circulate and post meeting minutes.

4.3 Testers Responsibilities

A testers responsibilities are:

Operate only the equipment and carry out tasks for which they have been adequately trained.

Properly use Personal Protective Equipment.

Abide by all government regulations, company policies (Delta-P and Client), procedures and standards pertaining to testing.

Refuse to work under conditions or perform tasks for which they are not adequately trained or prepared.

Be thoroughly familiar with the company safety program.

Report potential hazards to the Operating Company and the Drilling Contractor. Identified hazards should also be recorded and passed on to management.

Immediately report all accidents and incidents management.

Participate in the development and improvement of the safety program.

Know the location, type and operation of all emergency equipment on board testing units.

Participate in on-site safety meetings and orientations held by Operating Companies or Drilling Contractors.

Immediately correct unsafe conditions in test units.



Inform Rig Crews of all known hazards prior to testing and measures for dealing with the hazards.

Inspect worksites for hazardous conditions and compliance with regulatory and Operating Company requirements.

Properly maintain testing vehicles and test equipment to minimize operating hazards.



5.0 Hazard Identification

5.1 Introduction

The Oilfield can is a dangerous place. Hazards exist on every drilling rig and lease. Every Drill Stem Test has potential hazards. Hazards are conditions that exist in every workplace.

A HAZARD is a condition that, if not properly identified and mitigated, could lead to an incident, near miss, injury or accident.

It is critical that hazards be identified BEFORE they can evolve or cause an incident. The best method for identifying hazards in the workplace is INSPECTION. INSPECTIONS are visual reconnaissance of a worksite with the intent of identifying hazards.

5.2 Types of Inspections

5.2.1 Vehicle Inspections

Drill Stem testing can be broken into two segments: Travel to/from the jobsite and testing on the jobsite. Due to significant amount of hours that are spent driving, road, travel and vehicle related hazards pose a threat to the safety of the tester. It is essential that vehicles be inspected on a regular basis to minimize the incident potential.

Three different inspection checklists have been included in Appendix A:

Quick Visual Reviews

Detailed Visual Review

Documented Vehicle Inspection

The Quick Visual Review should be performed prior to every trip with the test vehicle. It consists of vehicle walk around to ensure that all tires are inflated, running lights are functioning, that there are no obstructions around the tires, exhaust pipes are free of clogs, and that all equipment bay door are secured. As part of the visual review, the driver should ask himself two questions: Am I in the proper condition to operate this vehicle in a safe and responsible manner? And What changes to my driving style will I have to make to properly accommodate the prevailing weather conditions.

The Detailed Visual Review should be performed while the vehicle is stopped for refueling. It consists of fluid level checks in addition to tire pressure checks.



The Documented Vehicle Inspection is to be performed every 5000km. This is a documented review of the vehicles operations and condition. A copy of the review is to be forwarded to the head office for review and filing.

If a condition is identified as a potential hazard during an inspection, it must be repaired prior to travel to the jobsite.

5.2.2 Site Inspections

Due to the diverse nature of drill stem testing, there are a continually changing range, number, and risk level of hazards. It is critical that every drilling site, rig, and rig crew, be inspected prior to engaging in testing operations.

Site hazards can take many forms: trip hazards, slippery stairways, overhead wires, lifting loads, etc. Most of these hazards can be avoided but avoiding a hazard can only occur if the hazard is recognized. These hazards do not have to be documented in any uniform fashion; however, a checklist has been provided to assist in identifying on-site hazards. See Appendix B for a copy of the Site Inspection Checklist.

Some hazards, however, cannot be avoided and some other action must be taken to correct the hazard. If this is the case, the hazard should be identified to the Tool Push. If no action is taken, the hazard should be identified to the Site Engineer/Consultant. If there is still no action to mitigate the hazard, a hazard identification form and risk assessment form should be filled out and kept on file. Submit a copy of this form by email as soon as possible. See Appendix B for a copy of the Hazard Identification Report.

5.3 Hazard Control

After an inspection is complete, it is necessary to control any hazards that have been identified. There are three steps in hazard control:

Identify and determine what needs to be done to control/remove the hazard.

Identify and determine what needs to be done to remove the hazard.

Establish a time to perform the hazard control.

See Appendix C for more information on Hazard Identification, Hazard Control, and Hazard Management.

5.4 Hazard Reporting

After an inspection is complete, sometimes it is necessary to report the hazard to someone other than yourself. A form for hazard reporting has been included in Appendix B.



Most of the time, when a hazard has been identified, it can be corrected by verbal communication with the rig crew, Tool Push, or Company Engineer. However, if this not the case, a document may be required to properly record the hazard. These reports will be sent into the Delta-P head office for filing.

5.5 Implementation of Hazard Identification and Control

The preceding sections on hazard identification, control and reporting may seem like a great deal of work. This is not the case. Once you become familiar with the inspection sheets, they will become an asset to you. Not only will they help keep you safe, but they will also reduce vehicle breakdowns.

In order to assist you with the understanding of Hazard Identification and Control, a few examples follow for you to read:

Example #1

Inspection: Vehicle Detailed Visual Review.

Hazard: Low oil level.

- A hazard has been identified by visual inspection. It should be controlled.

What needs to be done to remove hazard? Add oil to engine.

Who needs to do it? You. (Or the station attendant, if available)

When? Now.

Note that the when question is open to discussion. The truck may be scheduled for an oil change the next day, adding a quart of oil is just a waste of money. In this case, the low oil level hazard is a low risk level. However, the oil level may be low and oil was just added on the previous fuel stop. In this situation, the action taken may be more than adding oil a service stop may be required. If this is the case the who changes to a serviceman and the when question becomes more important.

Example #2

Inspection: Site Inspection Checklist.

Hazard: Logging Truck has Gamma Ray source on lease.

- A hazard has been identified with an inspection checklist.

What needs to be done to remove the hazard? Wait for the logger to complete his task

Who needs to do it? The logging operator



When? Upon completion of logging rig-out operations.

Note that in this case the who is someone other than you. If this is case, it is often necessary to avoid the hazard i.e. stay away until the hazard is removed. This is also the case with excavations, overhead cables and other physical hazards. If they cannot be removed, they may be avoided. This is another reason for having inspections: you cannot avoid what you cannot identify!

5.6 Hazard Control through Maintenance

Hazards can be controlled by regular maintenance schedules performed on all tools. Refer to Appendix A for a copy of the DST Tool Maintenance form.

All DST tools must be serviced as soon as possible after a test.

After servicing, a Maintenance form must be filled out to record the details of the service procedures.



6.0 Rules and Work Procedures

6.1 General Safety Rules Smoking

No Smoking signs on each worksite must be obeyed. Smoking is permitted in designated locations approved.

Drugs and Alcohol

The use of drugs and alcohol on any worksite where Delta-P is operating is strictly prohibited. Tester found to be under the influence of alcohol or illegal drugs while working for Delta-P will be asked to leave the operating company worksite.

Prescription medications that may interfere with the safe execution of testing operations should brought to the attention of Management for review.

Security

All Thefts, burglaries and acts of vandalism must be reported to Management.

Trucks and equipment should be locked at all times.

Housekeeping

Good housekeeping is a basic part of accident prevention. Clean test units and worksites encourage pride in the job and prevent hazards that lead to incidents.

All work areas and shop spaces must be kept clean and free of obstructions. Tools, grease, and other materials left lying around can create tripping or slipping hazards.

To prevent spills or accumulations of hazardous substances, leaks (vehicle or equipment) must be repaired as soon as possible.

Spilled toxic materials must be cleaned up immediately. Refer to the Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) (found in the doghouse, Engineers shack, or Tool Pushs shack) for the correct method.

Every worksite must be cleaned up at the end of each shift or at the conclusion of the job.

All refuse must be disposed of in appropriate containers. Remember: if you are disposing of test data, do so in a manner that obscures the information (shredding or burning) contained on the paper.

Emergency Response Plans.

Every drilling rig and Operating Company will have detailed Emergency Response Plans (ERP) for every location. Testers must become familiar with the

All testers must become familiar with the specific EPR for each test location.

In the event of an emergency, Delta-P testers are required to follow the instructions of the Operating Company Representative.



Delta-P Testers should also render support to secure the wellbore as necessary (i.e. shut-in hydraulic tool, shut-in test head, close manifold).

Facial & Head Hair

Head hair must be off the collar and above the ear.

Facial hair must NOT be longer than 1 day of growth. Beards, goatees and manchurians are not permitted.

Accidents, Incidents, and Injuries

Al accidents, incidents, injuries, and near-misses that occur while operating for, or traveling to, a Delta-P jobsite must be reported to Management as soon as possible after they occur.

First Aid

All testers must hold valid first aid certificates and ensure that appropriate kits are supplied to each test unit.

Additionally, testers should become familiar with the use and locations of emergency eye wash stations, emergency showers, and first aid facilities at each test.

6.2 Personal Protective Equipment

Hard Hats

Hard hats approved by the CSA (CAN/CSA Z94.1-92) must be worn at all times while on a drilling lease. The hat suspension must be properly adjusted to provide the proper protection. Only hard hats recognized by the CSA under the applicable standard will be acceptable.

Hard hats do not have to be worn while in the cab, sleeper, or telemetry section of a test truck.

Footwear

Hard toed boots approved by the CSA (CAN/CSA Z195-M92) must be worn at all times while outside the test vehicle on a drilling lease.

Clothing

During testing, work clothing outer garments of fire retardant material must be worn. NOMEXIII or Proban are acceptable materials for outer garments.

Nylon or other static electricity producing materials must not be worn at any time on a drilling lease.

Cotton or wool should be worn under the fire-retardant outer layer so that it does not melt to the skin in the event of a flash fire.

Gloves



Gloves must be worn appropriate to the work being done and the nature of the hazard involved. For example, rubber or neoprene gloves should be worn for the handling of well fluids and cotton or leather gloves should be worn while handling test tools.

Eye and Face Protection

Eye protection must be worn at all times when outside of the test vehicle. The eyewear must meet or exceed the appropriate CSA standard (CAN/CSA-Z94.3-92).

Hearing Protection

Hearing protection must be worn in posted areas or where noise levels exceed the Provincial or Federal Government Regulations.

Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA)

SCBA must be worn in areas where H2S concentrations exceed 10ppm and when the O2 concentration level in the air is below 18%.

6.3 Vehicles and Driving

Inspections

Vehicles must be inspected as per the guidelines documented in 5.2.1 Vehicle inspections.

Accidents

All vehicle accidents must be reported.

Defensive Driving

All testers must:

Hold a valid operators license of a class appropriate to the vehicle that they operate.

Comply with the rules of the road as outlined by the appropriate provincial or territorial jurisdiction.

Exercise courtesy in their driving habits.

Remain alert and try to anticipate road conditions and action of other drivers.

Drive in a manner appropriate to the conditions of the road.

Ensure all loads are properly secured and that all cargo/stowage doors are closed and locked.

Use seat belts.



Employ a guide when backing up if in an area where obstructions, hazards, or personnel, cannot be readily identified by the side-view mirrors.

Winter Driving

Additional caution must be exercised under winter driving conditions:

Avoid sudden changes of speed of direction when driving on icy or snow-covered roads to reduce the possibility of skidding.

Leave extra distance between the test vehicle and any vehicle in front of it. Stopping on ice can take eight times the distance as required on dry pavement.

Carry suitable warm clothing and emergency equipment and supplies for protection in the event travel is halted by mechanical breakdown or extreme weather.

Clear snow and ice from the hood and top of vehicle and all windows prior to driving.

Obey signs warning of slippery sections or icy bridges.

6.4 Fire Prevention and Protection

General

The best method for fighting a fire is to prevent it starting in the first place.

The following components are required for a fire to ignite and undergo combustion:

1. Fuel (in the form of a vapor or liquid)

2. Oxygen (in the atmosphere, typically)

3. Heat (temperatures high enough to ignite the fuel/air mixture. Note that exposure to temperatures can be VERY brief for ignition i.e. a static electric spark.)

The removal of any one of these three components will prevent a fire or cause a fire to be extinguished. However, control of #1 and #2 are the easiest sources to control.

To prevent fires, tester should:

Always follow safe work practices when handling flammable or explosive materials.



Store oily rags, waste materials, paper and combustible materials in metal containers with lids and empty containers regularly.

Avoid overloading electrical outlets.

Classification of Fires

Fires can be grouped into the following classifications:

CLASS A: Fires in ordinary materials: wood, paper, rags, rubbish, etc.

CLASS B: Fires in petroleum products: oil, grease, and paint.

CLASS C: Fires in live electrical equipment.

CLASS D: Combustible metal fires: magnesium, sodium, cesium, etc.

Fire Extinguishers

Each test vehicle must be equipped with a dry-chemical ABC rated fire extinguisher.

Shops spaces must be equipped with a dry-chemical ABC rated fire extinguisher.

Access to fire-fighting equipment must never be blocked by any material or equipment.

All fire fighting equipment must be inspected at least monthly to ensure it is in place, accessible, and fully charges.

Discharged fire extinguishers must be immediately replace with fully charged units.

Operation of Fire Extinguisher

Following is a stepwise procedure for operating fire extinguishers:

Break the seal holding pin in place. Remove hose (if equipped)

Remove pin. Depress cartridge lever to charge the extinguisher (if equipped)

Point nozzle in safe direction (away from face and body) and give the operating handle a quick squeeze to verify operation.

Approach fire from the upwind side (wind at your back).

Engage the fire from a distance of 3 meters (10 feet).



Direct the stream from the extinguisher towards the base of the fire. Use a rapid sweeping motion (side to side) to blanket the base of the fire with chemical.

Use the full stream do not throttle the extinguisher.

If the extinguisher is not sufficient to kill the flame, back away from the area. NEVER TURN YOUR BACK ON A FIRE!

Care of Extinguisher

Read and follow the manufacturers instructions with respect to the care and inspection of the extinguishers.

Fire extinguishers must be inspected once per month to ensure operational reliability (i.e. seals must be in place, nozzle unobstructed, access to unit).

6.5 Hazardous Materials

Before undertaking any work involving handling or exposure to any hazardous material workers must unsure:

They are aware of the hazards and take appropriate precautions.

Approved PPE is used.

Adequate ventilation is in place.

Approved fire protection is in place (if required).

First aid supplies and facilities are readily available.

Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS)

Workers must review the WHMIS documentation (Appendix D).

Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG)

Workers must review the TDG literature in Appendix E.

Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S)

Hydrogen sulphide gas is a killer. An extremely toxic, colorless and flammable gas occurs naturally as a by-product of organic decay. It is particularly prevalent in the petroleum industry as a component of produced oil and natural gas. It is imperative that every tester be aware of its physical properties, recognize its hazards, and know how to avoid exposure to it.

The physical properties of H2S are:



Color colorless

Odor offensive similar to rotten eggs at low ppm

Vapor Density SG = 1.189. Heavier than air

Explosive limits 4.3% to 46.0% by volume in air.

Flammability auto ignition point = 260 deg. C (burns readily)

Solubility readily soluble in water and oil.

Boiling Point -60 deg. C. Usually a gas.

Three levels of Occupational Exposure Limits have been established to protect workers from the toxic effects of H2S:

10 ppm Time Weighted Average (TWA) the maximum exposure for an eight hour workday.

15 ppm Short-Term Exposure Level (STEL) acceptable for no more than 15 minutes.

20 ppm Ceiling Exposure Level (Ce) no one shall be exposed to H2S levels above 20ppm no matter how brief the duration.

Various concentrations of H2S and the toxic effect that can be expected on the body are listed below:

1 ppm Can be smelled.

10 ppm eight hour OEL.

15 ppm 15-min. OEL

20 ppm Ceiling OEL

100 ppm loss of smell in 2-15 min. Burning in throat, headache and nausea.

200 ppm rapid loss of smell, burning in eyes and throat.

500 ppm loss of reasoning and balance, respiratory upset in 2-15min. Prompt resuscitation required.

1000 ppm immediate unconsciousness, death or permanent brain damage will result without prompt resuscitation.



H2S content is also sometimes expressed as a total percentage of the air. The difference between parts per million (ppm) and percentage scales is significant. One ppm of H2S is a low concentration and (relatively) safe to be exposed to, however one percent H2S is lethal.

If any H2S release occurs, testers must:

Immediately leave the area in an upwind direction

Sound an alarm

Don SCBA

Rescue victim(s) if it safe to do so

Secure well bore.

Revive victim(s). If using CPR, do not inhale the victims exhalation!

Get medical aid

Alert Operating Company Emergency Services.

Testers must maintain a valid H2S alive certificate.

6.6 Equipment and Operations

Compressed Air Cylinders

Compressed gas cylinders are filled to a very high pressure and must be handled carefully to prevent rupture. When handling gas cylinders, testers must:

Assume the cylinders are full.

When handling cylinders, remove regulators and replace caps to protect valves.

Prevent cylinders from bumping together during transport.

Refrain from rolling, dropping, or throwing cylinders.

Keep oxygen cylinders away from oil or grease.

Ensure that the proper regulator, designed for the contents of the cylinder, and appropriate for the pressure rating of the cylinder, is installed.

Do not interchange regulators for different gasses.



When storing gas cylinders, chain or strap secure them in an upright position.

Do not store cylinders in areas where the heat may exceed 55 deg. C.

Electrical Safety

Testers must maintain the following minimum distances between a power-line and themselves and test equipment.

Safe Limits of Approach from Powerlines

Jurisdiction Voltage (line to ground) Distance

Alberta 0-750 V Insulated of Polyethylene Covered Conductor. 300mm

Above 750 V Insulated Conductor 1.0m

0-40 kV 3.0m

69kV, 72kV 3.5m

138kV, 144kV 4.0m

230kV, 240kV 5.0m

500kV 7.0m

British Columbia/ Sask. Over 750V to 75 kV 3.0m

Over 75kV to 250 kV 4.5m

Over 20kV to 550 kV 6.0m

Federal (CLC) Up to 50kV 3.0m

50 kV to 120 kV 4.5m

120 kV-250 kV 6.0m

250kV 350 kV 7.5m

Over 350 kV 9.0m

Hand Tools



All hand tools must be maintained in safe working condition. Before using any tool, testers must ensure that they know how to properly use the tool. They must also ensure that the tools used are the proper one for the job.

Tools must be carried and handled properly to prevent injury to the user of the tool and other workers. Sharp or pointed tools should not be carried loosely or in the pockets or clothing.

Air Tools

When working with air tools, workers must ensure proper connections are made to the air supply. The air supply should always be shut off by the appropriate shut-off valve and never by the act of bending of kinking the hose.

When an air tool is not in use, air supply must be shut off. Pressure in its hose must be relieved before the hose is disconnected from the air supply.

Oxygen and other bottled gasses must never be used to operate air tools.

High-Pressure Connections

The pressure in high-pressure connections must be bled off before threaded or flanged connections are tightened. No connection, threaded or flanged, may be tightened under pressure.

Hoisting and Winching Equipment

Hoisting equipment must be operated according to these guidelines:

Where signals are required, only one person must give signals and that person must have received signaling instructions. The signaler must remain in view of the hoist or winch operator.

When operating hoisting equipment, the worker must maintain the minimum powerline clearances in the above chart.

Hoisting equipment must not be subjected to loads in excess of the rated capacity of the hoist.

All hoisting equipment must be inspected before use. Excessively worn or damaged equipment components must be replaced before use.

All hooks on hoisting equipment must be equipped with safety latches.

Testers must not stand or pass under suspended loads. If a suspended load must be positioned, tag lines must be used.

Workers must not ride on the hoisting apparatus or on suspended loads.

Workers must not work or position themselves under raised loads such as vehicles or trailers unless the load is supported by a vehicle



hoist or adequate stands or blocks. Jacks DO NOT provide adequate protection by themselves.

Ropes and cables under tension must be avoided by ground workers.

Gloves must be worn by anyone handling ropes or cables. Ropes and cables should not be allowed to slide through the handlers hands. A hand-over-hand technique should be used to slacken the line.

Hydrates

Natural gas hydrates are solid compounds formed by natural gas and water. Some light hydrocarbons will form hydrates under pressure at temperatures above 0 deg. C. These hydrates form as crystals and look like snow. In pipe, they can pack solidly to form a restriction resulting in partial or complete flow blockages.

Hydrates pose a real threat to people and equipment. If proper procedures are not used to remove hydrates from pipes, a potential pressure release could result.

If hydrates are suspected to form a blockage in a pipe segment, the segment must be isolated by closing valves. If possible, the pipe should be re-charged to the original pressure prior to the initial bleed-down. After isolation is complete, the pipe segment should be steamed until the entire pipe length is heated to above 30 deg. C for a period not less than 15 minutes. After the pipe has been heated for 15 minutes, another bleed-down attempt may be made.

If the pipe is still blocked, increase the temperature to 40 deg. C and the duration time to 20 min. Continue to bleed-down and heat in cycles until the blockage is released.

Manual Handling and Lifting

Whenever manually handling or lifting materials at all worksites, testers must:

Wear appropriate gloves.

Obtain help from rig-crews when lifting heavy or bulky objects.

Lift with the leg muscles, not the back.

Remove slivers, nails, or sharp ends before handling.

Maintain a clear line of vision when carrying materials.

Valves

Testers operating valves must:

Keep the body and face away from the top of the stems when opening or closing high-pressure valves.



Open and close valves on high-pressure lines slowly to prevent radical pressure differentials or transients that may rupture or split pipe or fittings.

Never stop a leaking valve on a connection with a bull plug. A nipple and an extra valve must be used and the extra valve kept open until the connection has been made.

Service valves in accordance with manufacturers guidelines.

6.7 Testing Specific Rules

The following section includes Industry Recommended Practice(s) [IRP] for Well Testing and Drill Stem Testing.

These IRPs are recommended by:

Canadian Petroleum Safety Council (PSC)

Canadian Association of Petroleum Producers (CAPP)

Canadian Association of Oilwell Drilling Contractors (CAODC)

Petroleum Services Association of Canada (PSAC)

Small Explorers and Producers Association of Canada (SEPAC).

Testers must review the IRPs and follow the outlined practices. See Appendix F for a copy of the IRPs.

6.8 Working Alone

The provincial government has released a guide for working alone. Most of the time, testers will be working with others, however, due to the nature of the job, a significant amount of time will be spent alone while traveling. As such, precautions should be taken.

Please refer to Appendix G for more information on Working Alone.

In addition, to minimize the risk to testers, a call in procedure will be used:

Prior to leaving for a test, the tester will report to the dispatcher/manager as to when they are leaving for a test. The tester will also supply an estimated time for arrival on location. If a call is received from the Operating Company Engineer (complaining that a tester is not on location at the appropriate time), the dispatcher will attempt to contact the tester to verify location and status. If there is no response, further action will be taken to assess the condition of the tester.



7.0 Communication

7.1 General There are two general categories of communication: communication with Operating Companies/Rig Crews and Delta-P internal communication. Much of the communication that occurs is informal and undocumented. In order to increase the focus on safety, formalized meetings will be held to specifically address issues of safety.

Safety meetings have several purposes:

Increase general safety awareness among participants.

Increase awareness of company and government safety requirements for specific jobs or projects.

Provide training in safety and procedures.

Encourage feedback on safety matters to improve safety program and overall safety.

7.2 Pre-Job Safety Meetings

Prior to inflating packers, it will be mandatory to hold a safety meeting to alert rig crews to the specific hazards of testing. A Pre-Test Safety Meeting Form can be found in Appendix H.

Who?: Anyone involved in the testing process and anyone who may be on the rig during a test.

When?: Conduct the meeting prior to inflating packers.

Where?: The drilling rig doghouse is the best location to hold the meeting.

Why?: See above

What?: The sample Pre-Test Safety Meeting Form can be used as a guideline for safety issues

7.3 General Safety Meeting

Delta-P Test Corp. will hold bi-annual safety meetings to discuss issues of safety and to orient new workers.

Agenda

Two weeks before the General Safety Meeting (GSM), an agenda will be circulated to all testers to alert them to the topics of the GSM. If anyone wishes to see an issue discussed at the meeting, they will have an opportunity to tell the meeting facilitator after they review the agenda.



Meeting Minutes

Minutes of the meeting will be kept and distributed 1 week after the conclusion of the meeting. The method of distribution will be e-mail. Any amendments or comments to the minutes can also be circulated via email.

Follow-up

Any action items that are generated at the GSM will be given a person responsible for completing the action. Management will communicate with the individual responsible and distribute reports to the other GSM attendants (via e-mail).



8.0 Training and Orientation

Training

Delta-P Test Corp. only hires individuals with experience and a proven record of accomplishment of safety and operational knowledge.

New employees will be trained by a senior tester and evaluated on-the-job.

For more information on Training, please refer to the Delta-P Test Corp. New Employee Manual.

Orientation

Everyone will undergo an orientation to verify understanding of the corporate safety policy.

Additionally, all testers will fill out the proceeding page to document their understanding of the contents of this Handbook.



Orientation Acknowledgement Form

Name:__________________________ Date:_____________________________

Please acknowledge that you have reviewed each element in the Safety Handbook by initialing and signing below:

Element Testers Initials Management

Corporate Safety Policy ____________ ___________

Testers Responsibilities ____________ ___________

Company Safety Rules ____________ ___________

Industry Recommended Practices (IRP) ____________ ___________

Hazard Identification and Control ____________ ___________

Driving Hazards ____________ ___________

Working Alone ____________ ___________

Safety Meeting ____________ ___________

TDG ____________ ___________

WHMIS ____________ ___________

Guiding Principles posted in Test Unit ____________ ___________

Corporate Safety Policy posted in Test Unit ____________ ___________

I have reviewed the elements in this manual. I understand that safety is a significant component of my work. I will make every effort to uphold the Corporate Safety Policy and the Industry Guiding Principles

____________________________ _____________________________

Signature of Tester Signature of Management



Appendix A: Inspection Sheets

Quick Vehicle Inspection

To be performed before driving.

Walk around vehicle. Look for the following:

Flat Tires Are the tires/wheels free of obstructions? Is the exhaust clear? Are all compartments closed and cable

reel handles stowed?

Are the running and headlights functional? Are there any obvious leaks? Are there any loose panels or bodywork? Are loads tied down? Look for anything that is out of the ordinary.

Quick Detailed Vehicle Inspection

To be performed at fuel stops:

Check Oil Level Check Windshield Washer level Check tire pressure Check vehicle operating temperature Check brake and signal lights Clean lights and windshield These steps are in addition to the Quick Vehicle Inspection

Detailed Vehicle Inspection (5000km) Date: Operator:

Unit: Milage:

Drivers Compartment

Sun Visors Horns & Switches Instrument Lamps

Windshield Wipers Windshield Defrost Hazard warning kit

Side Windows Hi-Beam Indicator Air Pressure gauge

Pedal Pads Acc. Pedal & Air Throttle Steering Travel

Seats & Seatbelts Steering & Power Assist Clutch disengagement

Speedometer Mirrors

Cabin Air Leakage Windshield

Body Exterior

Headlamp operation/aim Clearance Lamps Ext fuel tanks

Tail Lamps Stop Lamps Turn signals

Marker Lamps Hazard Lamps Reflectors

Tire Pressure Secondary Attachments Fenders/Mud Flaps

Air System Paint Body, Doors, Bumpers

Under the Hood

Hood Accessory Belts Air compressor

Power Steering Fluid/sys Fuel Pump & Filter Battery and wiring

Exhaust Fan fins and Belt Distributor

Air Filter Windshield washer pump Cooling System

Undercarriage

Transmission Oil Pan Muffler

Steering Box Drag Link Pitman Arm

Cotter pins Tie-Rod Differential

Tie-Rod Ends Frame Rails Suspension

Shocks Springs Axles

Brakes, Tires, and Wheels

Brake Components U-Joint Brake Lining Thickness

Spring Caging Bolts Brake Drums Brake Failure Indicator

Disc Brakes Brake lines and hoses Parking Brake

Reservoirs and Valves Tire Pressure Brake Operation

Wheel Bearings Vacuum System & Reserve

Brake Cams & Travel Tire Wear

Detailed Vehicle Inspection (5000km) Inspection Checklist Resource

Rating Legend N.A. = Not Applicable to this Unit P = Passed in good working Condition M = Passed but maintenance required R = Rejected replacement necessary before returning to service. Vehicle Inspector must sign off on bottom of inspection sheet. *** Attach inspection form to invoice/receipt for work performed and file.***

Site Inspection Checklist

Item PP Comments/Notes

Site Driving Conditions?

Overhead Wires or Cables?

Other Activities (Logging/ Casing Unloading)?

Trenches?

Ground Cables?

Wind Direction?

SCBA Location?

Rally Point?

Fire Fighting Equipment?

Eyewash/ Firstaid?

Emg. Showers

Breakers / Electrical ESD location?

Tripping and slipping?

Sharp projections on rig?

H2S potential?

Compressed gas cylinders?

MSDS products?

Flare Pit Flaring OK?

Other?



Appendix B: Hazard Identification Report and Incident Report.

HAZARD IDENTIFICATION REPORT

Date:_____________________________ H.I. Report Number:_______________________ Hazard Location:________________________________________________________________ Person Completing Report:________________________________________________________

Description of Hazard R.A.C.

Personnel Involved

Delta-P Tester Contractor Student

Visitor Other Client

Action Required Responsible Party Target Date Completion Date

Hazard Classification Risk Assessment Codes (R.A.C) Used the following categories and degrees to assign a Risk Assessment Code for the identified Hazard. Consequence Probability of Occurrence Exposure (# of people affected) Risk Assessment Code I. Catastrophe A. Likely to Occur 1. More than 50 1. Critical II. Critical B. Probably Occur 2. 10-49 2. Serious III. Marginal C. Possibly Occur 3. 5-9 3. Moderate IV. Negligible D. Unlikely 4. Less than 5 4. Minor Additional Notes and follow up comments are to be written on the back of this document.

EVENT REPORT (Accident or Near Miss)

Date:_____________________________ Event Report Number:_______________________ Event Location:_________________________________________________________________ Person Completing Report:________________________________________________________

Type of Event

Personal Injury Equipment Failure Fire/Explosion

Lost Time Equipment Damage Vehicle Accident

Medical Aid Property Damage Environmental

First Aid Material Loss Security/Theft

Restricted Duty Business Interruption Other

Personnel Involved

Delta-P Tester Contractor Student

Visitor Other Client

Event Classification

Critical** Serious** Minor ** Full Investigation is required.

General Information

Name of Individual Involved:

Employee/Contractor Name:

Location of Event:

Event Description

Status of Injured/Immediate Action Taken

Follow Up Action to Be Taken

Is an investigation required?

Action Required Who is Responsible Target Date Completion Date

___________________________________ ____________________________________ Management Signature Date



Appendix C: Hazard Management



Hazard Management Loop

Identify Hazard

Assess Hazard

Generate Options

Implement Option

Evaluation Did it work?

Yes

No



Identify Hazard

The first step to managing any hazard is to identify it. Many times hazards are not identified because they are not always obvious and there is often no deliberate effort to identify them.

Use the following steps to identify hazards:

1. Before beginning a task, have all of the people involved in, or affected by, the proposed work discuss the job. Focus on Who, What, When, Where, How, and Why.

2. Participants ask questions to gain clarification on the work and identify where there could be exposure to a hazard.

3. Identify any procedures, equipment, or materials that may pose a hazard.

4. Use Company safe work permits to help guide discussions.

Assess Hazard

Determine which of the identified hazards apply to the planned work and which do not. Options must be generated to Control, Avoid, or Remove the hazards that apply to the specific work tasks. Other identified hazards should be documented and this information passed on to company supervisors for handling.

Generate Options

Once the hazards have been assessed and it has been determined that the hazard applies to the task/work, you must identify some method to manage the exposure. Deciding to take no action and leave the consequences to chance is not an acceptable way of managing a hazard.

Seek the input of others to generate ideas about how to manage the assessed hazards. Do not be afraid to use the experience of others.

Implement Options

From the list of generated options, select the one that best manages the hazard and has the support of the people involved in the work (or affected by the work). Responsibilities for individuals must be make clear at this time.

Evaluate

Monitor the progress of the work and verify that the controls/mitigation/removal of the hazard is acceptable. If the implemented option is not working as required, proceed with the following actions:

1. Make sure you understand the hazard. Are there other things that could influence what happens?



2. Review other options and maybe create new ones.

3. Select and implement another option, monitor results.



Appendix D: Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS)

WHMISInformation for Employers

WorkplaceHealth & Safety WHMIS

September 1999

WHMIS Information for Employers

CH008 Revised September 1999

Table of Contents

Introduction.......................................................................................................................... 1What does W-H-M-I-S mean?.............................................................................................................................. 1What is the purpose of WHMIS?......................................................................................................................... 1

Legislation ........................................................................................................................... 2What is the WHMIS law called and where can I get a copy?.................................................................... 2But Im already complying with TDG. ............................................................................................................ 2What happens if companies dont comply with the WHMIS requirements?......................................... 3

Application........................................................................................................................... 4Does WHMIS apply to every chemical?............................................................................................................ 4Which products are excluded from WHMIS? .................................................................................................. 5Which products are totally excluded? ................................................................................................................ 5Which products are excluded from the supplier aspects of WHMIS?.................................................... 6Whos going to classify our products for us?................................................................................................... 7

Roles and Responsibilities.................................................................................................. 8What are my responsibilities as an employer? ............................................................................................... 8Do my workers have any WHMIS responsibilities? ...................................................................................... 8What can I expect from my suppliers? .............................................................................................................. 8What happens if a supplier sends me a controlled product that doesnt have a supplier label? .. 9Some of my American suppliers arent co-operating. .................................................................................. 9Can I get imported products to my plant to label them, or will they be stopped at the border? .... 9What is the governments role? ......................................................................................................................... 10

Labels ................................................................................................................................ 11What does a WHMIS label look like?............................................................................................................... 11What does a basic supplier label look like?................................................................................................... 11Variations on the basic supplier label .............................................................................................................. 13What does the small container label look like? ............................................................................................ 13How do the WHMIS labelling requirements apply to products purchased in bulk? ......................... 14And laboratory chemicals, what kind of label variations might I find on them? ................................. 15How are laboratory samples labelled? ............................................................................................................ 15Is that all the variations on the basic supplier label?.................................................................................. 16What does a WHMIS work site label look like? ............................................................................................ 16Are there any variations on the WHMIS work site label?.......................................................................... 17Tell me about placards .......................................................................................................................................... 17When is it okay for me to simply identify a controlled product?.............................................................. 17Are there any controlled products that dont require a WHMIS label of any kind? .......................... 17Where do I get my WHMIS labels? .................................................................................................................. 18

Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs)............................................................................. 19What is a Material Safety Data Sheet? ........................................................................................................... 19Are there any variations on the basic MSDS? ........................................................................................... 19How do I get MSDSs for the controlled products at my company?....................................................... 22Am I responsible for updating all these MSDSs? ........................................................................................ 22


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My supplier says that some of the ingredients in the product are secret. Can he get away withthat?............................................................................................................................................................................. 23We like to transfer supplier MSDSs onto our own MSDS format. Is that okay?.............................. 24Are there any controlled products at the work site that dont require MSDSs?................................. 24Is there anything else that I need to know about MSDSs? ...................................................................... 24

Worker Education ............................................................................................................. 25What must be included in WHMIS worker education?............................................................................... 25Do I have to provide WHMIS worker education for all my workers?..................................................... 25How often do I have to conduct WHMIS worker education at my company?.................................... 26What is the standard for WHMIS worker education? ................................................................................. 26Where can I get my workers trained? .............................................................................................................. 26

Confidential Business Information .................................................................................... 27What does confidential business information mean? .............................................................................. 27What information may be withheld as confidential business information?.......................................... 27What if the supplier claims that some of the hazard information is confidential? ............................. 27Who decides if the information really is confidential business information? ...................................... 27How do I know if the claim has been validated? .......................................................................................... 28What happens if a claim is not validated? ...................................................................................................... 28What happens if theres an incident involving a controlled product that has a confidentialingredient?................................................................................................................................................................. 28

Glossary............................................................................................................................ 29Appendix 1 Obtaining WHMIS legislation......................................................................... 36Appendix 2 Resources ..................................................................................................... 37


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Introduction

What does W-H-M-I-S mean?

The letters W-H-M-I-S stand for Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System.

WHMIS is a national hazard communication system. It affects suppliers, importers anddistributors of potentially hazardous materials used at work sites, and employers andworkers who use those materials.

What is the purpose of WHMIS?

WHMIS was developed to ensure that persons at work sites receive adequate hazardinformation about chemicals that are used there. The system requires that suppliers anddistributors of controlled products convey specified hazard information to their industrialcustomers, i.e. employers, and that the employers pass that hazard information on totheir workers.

WHMIS has three major elements:

1. Labels WHMIS labels provide the essential information that a person needs toknow to handle a particular product safely.

2. Materials Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs) MSDSs provide basic technicalinformation about a products physical characteristics and its hazardous properties.

3. Worker education This element provides persons at work sites with two kinds ofinformation. First, it explains just what information they can expect to receive as aresult of WHMIS. And second, it teaches them specific hazard information and safework procedures that they can use directly at their jobs.

WHMIS was implemented through coordinated federal, provincial and territoriallegislation.



Legislation

What is the WHMIS law called and where can I get a copy?

There are two main bodies of WHMIS law (legislation). There are federal WHMIS laws,which deal mostly with the supplier aspects of the system. There are also provincial,territorial and Labour Canada WHMIS laws. These deal with the employer and workeraspects of WHMIS.

The federal legislation consists of: The Hazardous Products Act (HPA); The Controlled Products Regulations (CPR); The Ingredient Disclosure List; The Hazardous Materials Information Review Act; and The Hazardous Materials Information Review Regulation.

This legislation specifies requirements for supplier labels and MSDSs and requiressuppliers to provide users with MSDSs when products are purchased. It also makesprovision for the protection of confidential business information.

The federal WHMIS law is available from Supply and Services Canada or from federalgovernment publication outlets across Canada (see Appendix I).

The provincial, territorial and Labour Canada WHMIS laws deal with WHMIS at the worksite level. This legislation defines the various responsibilities of employers and workersunder WHMIS.

Albertas WHMIS law is contained in Part 2 of the Chemical Hazards Regulation. It wasdeveloped under the authority of the Occupational Health and Safety Act, whichestablishes the fundamental principles of Albertas occupational health and safety law.

All Alberta occupational health and safety regulations, including the Chemical HazardsRegulation, are available from the Queens Printer (see Appendix 1).

But Im already complying with TDG.

The Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) law is not the same as the WHMIS law.

TDG was enacted to protect the general public from hazards associated withtransporting dangerous materials on public roads, in the air, by rail or on waterways.WHMIS, on the other hand, was developed to protect the health and safety of people atwork sites by providing them with hazard information about the chemicals they workwith. The two systems often deal with the same chemicals TDG while the product isin transit and WHMIS when the product reaches the work site.



What happens if companies dont comply with the WHMIS requirements?

Companies found violating the WHMIS law are subject to various legal procedures. Theoutcome of the legal procedures depends on many factors such as the seriousness ofthe problem, the companys compliance history, etc.

Violation of the federal WHMIS law may result in seizure of products and/or prosecution.The outcome of prosecution may be a fine of up to $1,000,000 and/or imprisonment forup to two years.

Violation of the provincial WHMIS law may result in orders to make changes, shut downof work site operations, or prosecution. The outcome of prosecution for violation of theOccupational Health and Safety Act or its regulations may be fines of up to $300,000and/or imprisonment for up to one year.



Application

Does WHMIS apply to every chemical?

No. WHMIS does not apply to every chemical product.

WHMIS applies only to products that meet certain criteria. These products are calledcontrolled products.

There are six classes of controlled products. Any product that meets the criteria for anyone (or more) of the six WHMIS classes is a controlled product and is included inWHMIS. A few products are covered by other legislation, so they have been excludedfrom WHMIS requirements.

There is no comprehensive list of controlled products. The only way to find out if aproduct is a controlled product or not is to compare its properties with the criteria foreach of the six classes of controlled products.

Each class of controlled products has a distinct hazard symbol. Class D has one symbolfor each of its three divisions. (Class B has six divisions, but all six are represented bythe same hazard symbol.)

Figure 1 shows the six WHMIS classes and their hazard symbols. The WHMISclassification criteria are contained in the federal Controlled Product Regulation.



Figure 1 The WHMIS classes and hazards symbols

Which products are excluded from WHMIS?

There are two groups of excluded products. The first is totally excluded from all WHMISrequirements. The second consists of products that are excluded only from the supplieraspects of WHMIS.

Which products are totally excluded?

Products excluded from all aspects of WHMIS are: wood and products made of wood; tobacco and products made of tobacco; manufactured articles; dangerous goods while they are covered by TDG legislation i.e. while in transit; and hazardous wastes (except that safe storage and handling are required through the

combination of any mode of identification and worker training).



Products made of wood and products made of tobacco do not include products madefrom wood and products made from tobacco. For example, lumber, which is made ofwood, and cigarettes, which are made of tobacco, are excluded from WHMIS by thisexemption. On the other hand, turpentine, which is made from wood, and nicotine,which is extracted from tobacco, are included.

Manufactured article means a product that is manufactured to a specific shape, andwhose function depends on that shape. Manufactured articles do not release controlledproducts during normal use. Coated pipe is an example of a product that is exemptedfrom WHMIS by this provision. The coating material may have been a controlled productwhen it was applied, but it is not released during normal use of the pipe. Welding rods,on the other hand, are not exempted by this provision because they release controlledproducts (as part of the welding fume) during their normal use.

You should note that the release of controlled products during the installation of amaterial does not prohibit its exemption from WHMIS by the manufactured articleprovision. New carpet, for example, usually releases certain gases during installationand for a short time afterward. But installation is not normal use. So carpet isconsidered a manufactured article and is totally exempted from WHMIS.

Even though these products are exempt from WHMIS, the Alberta Chemical HazardsRegulation deals with materials that are hazardous but are not controlled products.These hazardous materials are called harmful substances. Employers have threeresponsibilities regarding harmful substances. They must: ensure that harmful substances or their containers are clearly identified; establish procedures to minimize worker exposure to these substances; and train workers in those procedures and in the health hazards associated with

exposure to the harmful substance.

Which products are excluded from the supplier aspects of WHMIS?

This group of products includes: explosives, which are covered by the Explosives Act; cosmetics, devices, foods and drugs, which are covered by the Food and Drug Act; pesticides and herbicides, which are covered by the Pest Control Products Act; radioactive materials, which are covered by the Atomic Energy Control Act; and consumer products that are restricted products and covered by the Hazardous

Products Act (HPA).

Consumer product means a product that is packaged in quantities appropriate for thepublic, available to the public in retail outlets and labelled with the restricted productlabelling required by the HPA. For example, a solvent that is packaged in a 250 ml size,labelled with a restricted product label and offered for sale in a regular hardware store isconsidered a consumer product. The WHMIS consumer product exemption applies.The supplier does not have any WHMIS responsibilities to meet. Yet the same productin a 454 litre drum, sold at an industrial supply outlet, would not be permitted thisexemption. It would be considered a controlled product and all WHMIS requirementswould apply.

Information requirements for these products were addressed by the Explosives Act, theFood and Drug Act, etc, long before WHMIS was developed. These laws are currently



being reviewed to ensure that their information requirements are as stringent as those ofWHMIS. If this is found not to be the case, the situation will be corrected. Thoseindividual laws will be amended or the products will be brought into WHMIS so that usersreceive information that meets the WHMIS standard.

Whos going to classify our products for us?

Canadian suppliers must classify the controlled products they sell to you.

But the classification of products you produce on-site for use on-site, products youobtained prior to WHMIS and still have on-site, and products you import, is yourresponsibility.

Classification can be complicated. If you dont have occupational health and safetypersonnel or chemists on your staff, you may wish to engage outside assistance. TheCanadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) can help with theclassification of pure substances. Private consultants are available to help with theclassification of more complex products.

Appendix 2 lists resources available to provide you with assistance.



Roles and Responsibilities

What are my responsibilities as an employer?

Albertas Occupational Health and Safety Act requires employers to take all reasonablemeasures to protect the health and safety of workers at their companies. WHMIS is animportant tool for employers to use in achieving this objective.

Employers have an important role to play in the effective implementation of WHMIS.This role is documented in the Chemical Hazards Regulation as a series ofresponsibilities. The employer is responsible for ensuring that: all controlled products at their work sites are labelled with appropriate WHMIS labels; there are up-to-date (no more than 3 years old) WHMIS MSDSs for all controlled

products at the site and these MSDSs are located in a place readily accessible toeveryone who works there; and

workers at their work site have had the appropriate WHMIS worker education toprotect their health and safety on the job.

Do my workers have any WHMIS responsibilities?

The Occupational Health and Safety Act requires workers to cooperate with theiremployers to protect their own and other workers health and safety on the job. TheChemical Hazards Regulation specifically requires that they participate in WHMISworker education provided by their employers.

A Safety Bulletin similar to this one, (CH007) WHMIS Information for Workers is alsoavailable from Alberta Human Resources and Employment, Workplace Health andSafety. It describes the WHMIS system in general, labels, Material Safety Data Sheets,worker education, suppliers responsibilities, employers responsibilities and workersresponsibilities.

What can I expect from my suppliers?

Canadian suppliers of controlled products have two main WHMIS responsibilities:

1. label each controlled product they sell to Canadian work sites with an appropriateWHMIS supplier label with information written in both English and French; and

2. develop a WHMIS MSDS for each controlled product they sell to Canadian worksites. They must provide a copy of that MSDS (in English or French, as thecustomer chooses), to each Canadian work site customer.

Distributors of controlled products have the same responsibilities as suppliers. You canexpect distributors to provide you with the same WHMIS information you would get froma supplier.

Note: These responsibilities are described in detail in Safety Bulletin (CH009) WHMIS Information for Suppliers, also available from Workplace Health and Safety.



What happens if a supplier sends me a controlled product that doesnt have asupplier label?

This is a very important question.

Youre not allowed to use this product until you have received and applied the correctlabel. In fact, you have permission to store it on your site only if you are actively seekingthe proper label, and if you have placed a placard over the product. (Placards arediscussed on page 17)

This situation is the same if a supplier sends you a controlled product for which you havenot received a WHMIS MSDS. You may store the product, but you may not use it untilyou obtain the WHMIS MSDS.

You may, of course, refuse to accept a product that arrives at your site without theproper WHMIS label or MSDS. The choice is yours.

Some of my American suppliers arent co-operating.

WHMIS is Canadian law. It applies only in Canada. Your American suppliers, or anyother foreign suppliers, may not be aware of it. Even if they do know about WHMIS,they may not be willing to comply with its supplier requirements.

WHMIS responsibilities for controlled products imported into Canada for use at worksites fall to the importing companies. In other words, companies that import controlledproducts must ensure that WHMIS supplier labels are developed and applied to theproducts, and that WHMIS MSDSs for the products are obtained.

Importers have these responsibilities for products that are imported for sale to otherCanadian work sites and for products that are imported for use within the importingcompany. If you import a controlled product for use at your work site, you areresponsible to ensure that it has a WHMIS supplier label and a WHMIS MSDS.

Can I get imported products to my plant to label them, or will they be stopped atthe border?

Importers may bring a controlled product into Canada without a WHMIS supplier label ora WHMIS MSDS, as long as the Alberta government is notified and the WHMISrequirements are met before the product is used or sold.

Notification to the government must include: identification and description, i.e. the classification of the product; address in Alberta at which the supplier label will be applied, a list of the other

provinces into which the product will be imported; and if requested:

a sample of the product, import schedule, and quantity of product to be imported.



Notification should be sent to:

WHMIS CoordinatorAlberta Human Resources and EmploymentWorkplace Health and Safety9th Floor, 10808-99 AvenueEdmonton, Alberta T5K 0G5

You must put WHMIS supplier labels on these products, and develop WHMIS MSDSsfor them before you can use them or sell them.

What is the governments role?

Government has two major roles in implementing WHMIS at Alberta workplaces. Theseroles are consultation and enforcement. Alberta Human Resources and Employment,Workplace Health and Safety deals with all aspects of WHMIS in the province. TheDepartment consults with Alberta employers, suppliers and workers to help themunderstand their WHMIS responsibilities. The Department can provide informationmaterials, including this booklet and the accompanying ones for workers and suppliers,pamphlets and booklets on many aspects of chemical safety, and references to otherresources.

Workplace Health and Safety enforces both federal and provincial WHMIS legislation inAlberta. Occupational Health and Safety Officers inspect Alberta work sites forcompliance with WHMIS (and for compliance with other Alberta occupational health andsafety legislation). They explain any violations that are observed to the partiesresponsible for the work site, specifying a date for compliance. If violations continue,more stringent measures may be taken, including compliance orders, site closure,product seizure and prosecution.



Labels

What does a WHMIS label look like?

There are two main kinds of WHMIS labels supplier labels and work site labels.

Supplier labels are the labels that must be present on controlled products in their original(supplier) containers. These include: controlled products sold by Canadian suppliers and distributors to Canadian work

sites; controlled products imported into Canada for use at work sites; and old controlled products which employers obtained prior to WHMIS coming into

effect and that are still present at the work site.

Work site labels are used only by employers and workers. They are applied to: containers into which controlled products are transferred; containers of controlled products that are produced at the work site for use there;

and supplier containers, to replace supplier labels (and labels that are accepted as

supplier labels, such as labels on pesticides and consumer products) that have beenaccidentally damaged or defaced, where new supplier labels cannot be obtained.

There are different information requirements for supplier labels and work site labels. Inaddition, there are some situations in which the basic requirements for each type of labelare relaxed and less detailed labels may be used.

What does a basic supplier label look like?

An example of a WHMIS supplier label is shown in Figure 2. These labels are easy torecognize because they have a unique, rectangular slash-marked border.



Figure 2 An example of a WHMIS supplier label

The basic WHMIS supplier label has seven required pieces of information which must becontained within the rectangular border. Figure 3 lists these requirements. The supplierlabel information must be written in both French and English. The only acceptablealternative to this provision is the use of two, equally visible labels, one in French andone in English.

There is no specified format for the WHMIS supplier label. There is no size requirementeither, but the label must be large enough to be legible.

Finally, the label must be located on some area of the product where it will be readilyseen.



Figure 3 Information required on a WHMIS supplier label

Variations on the basic supplier label

There are five variations that you might encounter:

1. small containers (less than 100 ml) are permitted to carry a shorter version of thesupplier label;

2. suppliers who provide controlled products in bulk shipments may provide the supplierlabel information in three different forms;

3. laboratory supply houses are permitted to use three unique variations of the basicsupplier label on certain controlled products they sell;

4. samples sent to laboratories for analysis are allowed to have a different type of label;and

5. labels on compressed gas cylinders may have a curved shape to reduce distortion.

What does the small container label look like?

Containers with a capacity of 100 ml or less are permitted to carry WHMIS supplierlabels which do not have Risk Phrases, Precautionary Measures or First Aid Measures.

An example of the Small Container Label is shown in Figure 4.

1. Product IdentifierSame as on MSDS.

2. Supplier IdentifierIdentifier of manufacturer or distributor, as appropriate

3. Hazard SymbolsAll WHMIS hazard symbols applicable to the products classification.

4. Risk PhrasesBrief statements on the main risks associated with the product.

5. Precautionary MeasuresBrief statement of main precautions to be taken.

6. First Aid MeasuresMain first aid measures to be taken in case of acute overexposure.

7. Reference to the Material Safety Data SheetFor more detail

hazop report.pdf

Documents

safety responsibilities

safety handbook

general safety rules

worker safety

general safety meeting

hazard control

corporate safety policy

job safety meetings