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DEVELOPMENT OF A SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM  - 
ONSHORE OIL AND GAS PRODUCTION  OPERATIONS - REQUIREMENTS   
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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 Contents  Page 
Foreword  ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ............................  iv 
1 Scope  ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ .....................  1 
2 Application ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ .............  1 
3 Normative references  ................................ ................................ ................................ ...........................  1 
4 Terms and definitions  ................................ ................................ ................................ ...........................  3 
5 Benefits  ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ..................  3 
6. Implementation  ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ..... 4 
7. SEMS Elements  ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ..... 5 
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 Foreword  
Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS) is a parastatal under the Ministry of Trad e, Industry and 
Cooperatives established under Cap 327 , of the Laws of Uganda.  UNBS is mandated to co -ordinate the 
elaboration of standards and is  
(a) a member of International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO) and  
(b) a contact point for the WHO/FAO Codex  Alimentarius Commission on Food Standards, and  
(c) the National Enquiry Point on TBT/SPS Agreements of the World Trade Organisation (WTO).  
The work of preparing Uganda Standards is carried out through Technical Committees. A Technical 
Committee is establishe d to deliberate on standards in a given field or area and consists of representatives 
of consumers, traders, academicians, manufacturers, government and other stakeholders.  
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standards for approval and declaration as Uganda Standards by the National Standards Council.  
Committee membership  
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Committee, UNBS/TC 16/SC3, during the development of this standard:  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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 Introduction  
This Draft Uganda Standard sets out requirements  for the development of a safety and 
environm ental management system (SEMS) for onshore oil and natural gas operations, including 
drilling, production, and well servicing activities. Although there is an extensive amount of 
information that has been developed on the topic of safety and environmental management 
systems, this standard  focuses on this petroleum  sector to help foster continuous improvement of 
the industry’s safety and environmental performance. It is important  that onshore oil and natural 
gas companies  shall have an effective SEMS in plac e. The intent ion of this document is to provide 
an additional tool that shall assist these and especially other operators in taking the next step to 
improve their system, program, or plan. For some, it may be the first step toward implementing a 
complete s ystem at a pace that complements their business plan. For those who already have a 
mature SEMS in place, this document shall be used for continuous improvement of the system.  
  
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 GUIDANCE FOR DEVELOPMENT OF A SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT 
SYSTEM FOR ONSHORE OIL AND NATURAL GAS PRODUCTION   
  
1 Scope  
This Draft Uganda Standard  provides requirements  for any entity  in the operations  of onshore oil 
and natural gas production, including drilling, construction, well servicing, and maintenance 
activities. In addition to having an effective SEMS, responsible development includes being a good 
neighbour  and being committed to environmental protection and compliance with all applicable 
federal, state, and local regulations. Annex B provides requirements  for a n entity to consider as a 
“good neighbour .” 
This Draft Uganda Standard on effective SEMS shall have a fundamental objective of promoting 
continuous progress towards making safety and environmental protection an integral part of the 
company’s culture. A SEMS sh all address facilities, engineering design, equipment , and work 
processes relevant to the appropriate owners, contractors, or suppliers.  
2 Application  
This Draft Uganda Standard  is designed to aid companies in initiating the development of a SEMS. 
The inte nt is to identify a series of tools to assist in the development and implementation, or 
improvement, of the system. The design of each company’s system will be unique and its 
implementation schedule tailored to leverage the existing system at a pace realis tic to the company 
and its business plan. For those beginning the process of implementing a SEMS, it is 
recommended that the process be implemented over time on a risk basis, evolving into a complete 
system that addresses appropriate SEMS elements specific  to a company’s operations. Both 
design and schedule should initially address higher risk facilities, equipment, and processes; 
following that, the system should continue to expand to address risk in phases, addressing the 
more important elements at first and expanding to the full system over time.  
Simply stated, the SEMS may be implemented in several phases on various levels (i.e. 
geographically, functional areas, system elements). This phase -in schedule should be documented 
in the planning of the system.  
3 Normative references  
The following referenced documents are indispensable for the application of this document. For 
dated references, only the edition cited applies. For undated references, the latest edition of the 
referenced document (including any ame ndments) applies.  
The following publications provide information and guidance that may be useful in the development 
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 API Bull E2, Bulletin on Management of Naturally Occurring Radioactive Materials (NORM) in Oil 
and Gas Production  
API Spe c 4F, Specification for Drilling and Well Servicing Structures  
API RP 4G, Recommended Practice for Use and Procedures for Inspection, Maintenance, and 
Repair of Drilling and  Well Servicing Structures  
API RP 49, Recommended Practice for Drilling and Well Se rvicing Operations Involving Hydrogen 
Sulfide  
API RP 53, Recommended Practices for Blowout Prevention Equipment Systems for Drilling Wells  
API RP 54, Recommended Practice for Occupational Safety for Oil and Gas Well Drilling and 
Servicing Operations  
API RP  55, Recommended Practice for Oil and Gas Producing and Gas Processing Plant 
Operations Involving  Hydrogen Sulfide  
API RP 59, Recommended Practice for Well Control Operations  
API RP 64, Recommended Practice for Diverter Systems Equipment and Operations  
DUS  1575:2015 , Occupational Safety for Onshore Oil and Gas Production Operations  - 
requirements  
API RP 75, Recommended Practice for Development of a Safety and Environmental Management 
Program for  Offshore Operations and Facilities  
API RP 76, Contractor Safet y Management for Oil and Gas Drilling and Production Operations  
API RP 500, Recommended Practice for Classification of Locations for Electrical Installations at 
Petroleum Facilities  Classified as Class I, Division 1 and Division 2  
API Publ 510, Pressure Ve ssel Inspection Code: In -service Inspection, Rating, Repair, and 
Alteration  
API Std 521, Pressure -relieving and Depressuring Systems  
API Std 1104, Welding of Pipelines and Related Facilities  
API RP 1107, Pipeline Maintenance Welding Practices  
API Publ 2004 , Inspection for Fire Protection  
API Publ 2007, Safe Maintenance Practices in Refineries  
API Std 2015, Requirements for Safe Entry and Cleaning of Petroleum Storage Tanks  
API Publ 2201, Safe Hot Tapping Practices in the Petroleum & Petrochemical Industries  
API Publ 2207, Preparing Tank Bottoms for Hot Work  
API Publ 2217A, Guidelines for Work in Inert Confined Spaces in the Petroleum and Petrochemical 
Industries  
API Std 2510, Design and Construction of LPG Installations  
API Publ 2510A, Fire Protection Consid erations for the Design and Operation of Liquefied 
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 Storage Facilities  
ASME1, Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code  
1ASME International, 3 Park Avenue, New York, New York 10016, www.asme.org.  
Occupational Safety and Health Act 2006  and US 28: 2002 Code of practice for hygiene in the food 
and drink manufacturing industry.  
4 Terms and definitions  
4.1 Terms and definitions  
For the purposes of this standard, the following terms and definitions shall apply .  
4.1.1 
shall  
verbal form used to indicate requirements strictly to be followed in order to conform to this 
NORSOK standard  
and from which no deviation is permitted, unless accepted by all involved parties  
4.1.2 
should  
verbal form used to indicate that among several possibilities one is recommended  as particularly 
suitable, without mentioning or excluding others, or that a certain course of action is preferred but 
not necessarily  
required  
4.1.3 
may 
verbal form used to indicate a course of action permissible within the limits of this NORSOK 
standard  
4.1.4 
can 
verbal form used for statements of possibility and capability, whether material, physical or casual  
5 Benefits  
5.1 An effective SEMS shall provide numerous benefits to companies that implement a system. 
Many of these benefits are intangible, but among the more widely recognized benefits is the ability 
to apply a systematic approach to continually check and correct the elements of their safety and 
environmental system. Although systematic, the design allows for great flexibility to enable it to fit  
the size of the company and focus on the higher risk issues, making their efforts both easier and 
more effective. The strong foundation from the SEMS provides a tool to capture knowledge as 
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 systematically pass on experience within the workforce. Some of the early tasks in the process (gap 
analysis and risk assessments) will enable the company to work out the best way to handle each 
key activity, and make sure that ev eryone uses the same approach, every time. This consistent 
approach can reduce mistakes and avoid the associated cost. Although the SEMS does not 
guarantee compliance, the system will compliment the company’s current program and reduce the 
likelihood of no n-compliances by providing tools to help manage it. To summarize, benefits  shall 
include:  
a) improved safety and environmental performance;  
b) enhanced compliance;  
c) pollution prevention and resource conservation;  
d) reduce/mitigate risks;  
e) attract and retain access t o customers and markets with SEMS requirements;  
f) increased efficiency;  
g) reduced cost;  
h) enhance employee morale and possibly enhance recruitment of new employees;  
i) enhance image with public, regulators, lenders, investors;  
j) achieve/improve employee awareness of safety and environmental issues and responsibilities; 
and 
k) qualify for recognitions/incentive programs.  
6. Implementation  
6.1 There are many models for an effective Safety and Environmental Management System and 
several blueprints for the successful impleme ntation of that system. So while the details of a 
specific SEMS may vary greatly, and may ultimately include a wide variety of system elements, the 
keys steps for implementation generally include three or four crucial components. These key 
components may b e represented in the final SEMS by one or several system elements; but when 
completely implemented, these components form a cycle for continuously improving all safety and 
environmental systems and continue to assist in minimizing risk.  
6.2 Initially, the most important of these key components (and indeed absolutely essential to the 
success of SEMS) is the support and commitment of senior management. In the short term, 
developing a new management system involves the investment of extra work and resources, a n 
investment for which only senior management can commit.  
This investment, or cost,  shall include:  
a) an investment of internal resources, including staff/employee time;  
b) costs of training of personnel;  
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 d) costs for technical resources to analyze environmental impacts and improvement options, as 
needed.  
In addition to their commitment (of these required resources) it is also critical to communicate that 
commitment.  
Employees shall be involved in th e development and implementation of this system and some may 
find it difficult to see what's in it for them even to the point of resisting the change. But if top -level 
management’s commitment and expectations are effectively communicated to the employees f rom 
the start, they shall understand the importance of developing this system and the resulting benefits. 
Additionally, implementing a management system involves the long -term commitment (a continuing 
investment of time and resources) to conduct business i n alignment with this system, a system that 
in turn will provide opportunities for continual improvement.  
6.3 Once a strong management commitment (to develop and implement a SEMS) has been 
fashioned and communicated, the next important component is design.  Design is crucial, 
remembering that the most effective system for a company is one that is customized and tailored to 
mesh with the company’s risk and business plan. The design shall use a high level risk analysis to 
identify needed elements of the system , specific risk assessment methods, a schedule for full 
implementation, and other aspects. As this design is put into action it shall roll right into the 
continuous cycle that will evaluate risk on an ongoing basis and adjust the system as needed to 
addres s those risks.  
6.4 Once leadership has made the commitment (and communicated such), the design of most 
management systems shall generally follow a “plan -do-check -act” model:  
6.4.1 Plan—Identify the key risk (which include legal requirements) and establish your overall 
policy. Develop priorities, objectives and action items with a realistic schedule.  
6.4.2 Do—This stage begins the step -by-step action plan for conducting activities (e.g. hazard 
analysis, document preparation) and developing and implementing s tandards and procedures 
identified in the plan. This includes training and operational control and the documentation of the 
activities, procedures, and standards.  
6.4.3 Check —Using the targets and objectives set above assess whether they are being achieved . 
Other tools can be used such as audits and incident data to determine the effectiveness of the 
SEMS.  
6.4.4 Act—With the knowledge gained above, take steps to continuously improve the system. For 
example, weaknesses exposed in the check component should b e considered when determining 
the next round of priorities, objectives and action items.  
6.5 As noted, implementation will take resources, but it shall be noted that many of the pieces are 
already in place, at least to some degree, and can be leveraged in building the complete system. 
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 fit into the system; in fact, the systematic approach to training needs can help focus the system 
making it more efficient and e ffective.  
7. SEMS Elements  
There are many models for creating a SEMS and they contain a wide variety of system elements. 
This shall be part of the considerations when designing your SEMS. No combination is wrong, 
remembering that it shall be tailored to yo ur needs. Many systems can be accessed via the web, 
but for the purposes of developing a SEMS, the following are 12 shall be  system elements:  
a) Safety and Environmental Information;  
b) Hazards Analysis;  
c) Procedures to Manage Change;  
d) Operating Procedures;  
e) Safe Wo rk Practices;  
f) Training;  
g) Assurance of Quality and Mechanical Integrity of Critical Equipment;  
h) Pre-startup Review;  
i) Emergency Response and Control;  
j) Investigation of Incidents;  
k) Audit of Safety and Environmental Management System Elements; and  
l) Records and Docum entation.  
For an explanation of each system element, see Annex A.  
NOTE Annex A provides general information on the twelve system elements.  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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 Annex A  
API SEMS System Elements  
(For the purposes of developing a SEMS, the following are 12 suggeste d system elements.)  
A.1 Safety and Environmental Information  
The management system shall consider that a compilation of safety and environmental information 
be developed and maintained for any facility subject to this recommended practice. This information  
shall provide the basis for implementing succeeding system elements. Management shall consider 
any potential hazards and high risk activities, if applicable, in determining the extent and detail of 
required information. The information shall include docum entation on process and mechanical 
design. The individual elements of the information may exist in various forms and locations and may 
be referenced in the compilation. Process, mechanical, and facilities design information may be 
retained for the life of the facility.  
For simple and nearly identical facilities within the same area, a common compliance 
documentation package shall be compiled, except that documentation should reflect site -specific 
deviations from the norm for facilities within the area.  
A.2 Hazards Analysis  
The management system shall require that a hazards analysis be performed for any facility where 
potential hazards may exist. The purpose of this analysis is to identify, evaluate, and, where 
unacceptable, reduce the likelihood and/or minim ize the consequences of safety or environmental 
incidents including uncontrolled releases. Human factors may  
be considered in this analysis.  
A.3 Procedures to Manage Change  
The management system shall establish procedures to identify and control hazards as sociated with 
change and maintain the accuracy of safety information. A facility is subject to continual change to 
increase efficiency, improve operability and safety, accommodate technical innovation, and 
implement mechanical improvements. On occasion, te mporary repairs, connections, bypasses, or 
other modifications may be made out of operating necessity. Any of these changes can introduce 
new hazards or compromise the safeguards built into the original design. Care shall be taken to 
understand the process , facility, and personnel safety and environmental implications of any 
changes.  
Although certain changes shall be minor with little likelihood of compromising safety or 
environmental protection, all changes may have the potential for disruption, injury, or  business loss.  
A.4 Operating Procedures  
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designed to enhance efficient, safe, and environmentally sound operations. Within a given company 
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 items present. Consequently, standard operating procedures shall apply to multiple facilities. By 
their very nature, operating procedures directly address human factors issues associate d with the 
interaction between facilities and personnel. These procedures shall be kept current, relevant, and 
accessible.  
A.5 Safe Work Practices  
The management system shall establish and implement safe work practices. These practices 
should be designed t o minimize the risks associated with operating, maintenance, and modification 
activities and the handling of materials and substances that could affect health, safety or the 
environment. Human factors and the consequences of human error should be considere d in the 
development of safe work practices. These safe work practices shall apply to multiple locations and 
will normally be in written form (safety manual, safety standards, work rules, etc.). The system 
should provide guidelines for selection and perfor mance evaluation of contractors. Operators and 
contractors shall have their own written safe work practices and environmental policies. Contractors 
shall adopt appropriate sections of the operator’s safety and environmental management system. 
Regardless, a n operator and contractor shall agree on appropriate contractor’s safety and 
environmental policies and practices before the contractor begins work at the operator’s facility. As 
an example, for routine contractor services, agreement must  be reached at the  operator’s on -site 
safety meeting. For non -routine and complex contractor services a more rigorous operator’s review 
of the contractor’s safety and environmental policies and practices may be warranted. Additionally, 
where a contractor works at several op erator’s facilities, a single safety and environmental policies 
and practices review by that operator may be acceptable instead of a review at each facility where 
the contractor performs work.  
A.6 Training  
The management system shall establish and implemen t training programs so that all personnel are 
trained to work safely and are aware of safety and environmental considerations onshore, in 
accordance with their duties and responsibilities. Training shall address operating procedures, safe 
work practices, a nd emergency response and control measures. Any change in facilities that 
requires new or modification of existing operating procedures may require training for the safe 
implementation of those procedures. Training shall be provided by qualified instructor s or by 
employees with relevant years of experience and documented as appropriate.  
A.7 Assurance of Quality and Mechanical Integrity of Critical Equipment  
The management system shall establish that procedures are in place and implemented so that 
critical e quipment for any facility is designed, fabricated, installed, tested, inspected, monitored, and 
maintained in a manner consistent with appropriate service requirements, manufacturer's 
recommendations, or industry standards. Contractors shall have systems i n place to address their 
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 A.8 Pre -startup Review  
The management system shall require that the commissioning process include a pre -start-up safety 
and environmental review for new and significantly modified facilities, wells, or opera tions to confirm 
that the following criteria are met:  
a) construction and equipment are in accordance with specifications;  
b) safety, environmental, operating, maintenance, and emergency procedures are in place and are 
adequate;  
c) safety and environmental  information is current;  
d) hazards analysis recommendations have been considered - addressed, and implemented as 
appropriate;  
e) training of operating personnel has been completed;  
f) systems to address procedures to manage changes and other elements of th is publication are in 
place; and  
g) safe work practices are in place.  
A.9 Emergency Response and Control  
The management system shall require that emergency information is available and appropriate 
response and control plans are in place and are ready for i mmediate implementation. Drills may be 
carried out, if applicable, to address the readiness of personnel and their interaction with 
equipment.  
A.10 Investigation of Incidents  
The management system shall establish procedures for investigation of all inciden ts with serious 
safety or environmental consequences. The system shall also require investigation of incidents that 
are determined by facility management to have possessed the potential for serious safety or 
environmental consequences. Incident investigati ons shall be initiated as promptly as possible, 
considering the necessity of securing the incident scene and protecting people and the 
environment.  
The intent of the investigation shall be to learn from the incident and help prevent similar incidents. 
A corrective action system shall be established based on the findings of the investigation in order to 
analyze incidents (e.g. uncontrolled release or non -compliant pollution incident) for common root 
causes. The corrective action system is a follow -up system to the incident analysis procedures. The 
investigation shall be expedited and findings and recommendations resolved in a timely manner.  
The incident investigation should be conducted by personnel designated by the operator and/or 
contractor. An incident in vestigation shall be conducted by personnel knowledgeable in the process 
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 In appropriate circumstances, consideration should be given to establishing a “work -in-progress 
privilege” covering any documents generated during the course of an incident investigation or to 
conducting the entire investigation under attorney -client privilege.  
A.11 Audit of Safety and Environmental Management System Elements  
The operato rs (and contractors with SEMS) shall establish and maintain an audit system and 
procedures for the periodic audit of the safety and environmental management system in order to 
determine if the system elements have been properly implemented and maintained a nd to provide 
information on the results of the audit to management.  
The audit system and procedures shall cover:  
a) the activities and areas to be considered in audits,  
b) the frequency of audits,  
c) the audit team,  
d) how audits will be conducted, and  
e) audit reporting.  
Management shall commit sufficient resources to the audit in order to meet its intended scope.  
A.12 Records and Documentation  
A documentation system for the safety and environmental management system shall be established 
to ensure that re cords and documents are maintained in a manner sufficient to implement the 
management system. Records or documentation may be in either paper or electronic form. The 
safety and environmental management system documentation does not have to be retained in a  
separate file or binder, but shall be integrated into the operator’s filing . All records and 
documentation should be dated (with dates of revision) and readily identifiable. Audit requirements 
shall be considered when formatting, distributing and filing t he records and documentation related 
to the safety and environmental management plan.  
Annex B  
Good Neighbor Guidelines  
(This annex provides guidance for a company to consider as it manages its relationships with 
surface users, communities and others in are as where it operates.)  
The oil and natural gas industry is dedicated to responsible development of oil and natural gas 
resources.  
Responsible development includes good relationships with our neighbours  and a commitment to 
environmental protection and compl iance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations.  
To be a “Good Neighbour ” in the areas where industry operates, we have three objectives:  
— protection of public safety;  
— protection of the environment; and  
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 These objectives are achieved through use of sound management processes as part of the 
responsibility to act as a “good neighbour .” As our industry pursues responsible development of 
energy resources to meet the nation’s energy needs, we should strive  for better communication and 
understanding with the land owners, lessees, permittees and/or residents (“land owner or surface 
users”) impacted by our operations.  
Good Neighbor Practices  
Listen to the land owner or surface user concerns and respond appropr iately:  
— Respect rights -of-way; 
— Take precautions to protect livestock;  
— Take precautions not to harm wildlife with our operations;  
— Drive safely;  
— Report damages to public or private property to the appropriate parties;  
— Maintain production equipmen t and systems; and  
— Train personnel on the rules and regulations applicable to our operations.  
Communicate with land owners and surface users:  
— Be willing to discuss with the land owner or surface user of industry property use rights (including 
mineral r ights) and surface use rights;  
— Designating a company contact person who is responsible for responding to community 
questions;  
— Listen to and discuss the concerns of the land owner or surface user affected by our operations; 
and 
— Attempt to notify the l andowner or surface user when commencing significant activity that will 
impact  
Respect the property and the rights of others:  
— Minimizing surface disturbances;  
— Take precautions to protect livestock with appropriate measures;  
— Practicing good housekeep ing; 
— Remediation and restoring the site in a timely manner in compliance with applicable regulations; 
and 
— Driving responsibly on public and private roads.  
Promote safely of the general public:  
— Training personnel in safe operating practices;  
— Conduct ing emergency planning where applicable; and  
— Posting signage and warnings in accordance with regulations.  
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 — Maintain equipment and utili ze good work practices.  
— Seek to understand the land owner, and surface user concerns and possible questions 
regarding:  
— groundwater aquifers and surface water,  
— air quality,  
— wildlife and livestock protection,  
— housekeeping,  
— noise,  
— surface distur bance, and  
— noxious weeds and brush.  
— Follow regulations for waste management and environmental protection.  
 
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