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Proactive Safety Campaign in Kuwait Reduces Personnel Injury Incidents to Zero
Authors: Azparren Frank , Anthony Graeme , Pohl Jonathan , D’Silva Ronald , Al-Khabbaz Aiman , Salih Omer 
Published: June 2014

Abstract
The well services division of an oilfield services company in Kuwait initiated a safety campaign to support field personnel in a proactive approach to personnel injury prevention. The initiative targets the root causes of personnel injury incidents; i.e., human behavior, poor hazard identification, failure to intervene and stop at-work risk behaviors, and non-compliance with recommended procedures and standards. The foundation of the campaign is the personal commitment from all employees involved to follow safe work procedures at all times. Additionally, the initiative established the role of a safety coach who observes crews at work, identifies potentially unsafe situations and intervenes when necessary, coaches individuals, challenges performance, and leads safety meetings focused on individual tasks or subtasks. Management is actively involved in the campaign by making safety visits to wellsites, to better understand the issues facing the crews, demonstrate support of the crews, and participate in the observation and intervention program. Inventories of the tasks at each wellsite are incorporated into site-specific risk assessments. Compliance to standards is supported by ensuring that the standards are clear and are understood by all of the field personnel. Complementing the safety campaign were exercises to help the personnel understand how an individual’s personality impacts their response to different situations. After these activities, debriefing sessions were conducted to highlight positive behaviors, identify areas for improvement, compile lessons learned, and formulate action items. The most important result of the campaign to date is a reduction in the incident rate for the pumping services unit to zero incidents. In addition, the increase in the reporting rate of hazardous situations, interventions following observation, and field audits indicates that the campaign heightens safety awareness and understanding of safe practices. This campaign is currently being extended to other segments in Kuwait and is being pilot tested by a major drilling contractor with the support of the operator.
Heat Related Illness Onshore and Offshore Medical Management
Authors: Hochberg Anthony 
Published: June 2014

Abstract
Australia experiences frequent and intense heat waves during the summer months. With temperatures rising off the charts across Australia this summer experienced the Bureau of Meteorology had to add new colours to extend its previous temperature range that was capped at 50 degrees. This has heightened the resources industry’s awareness to working in heat and the risks if proper precautions are not observed.
Hot workplaces are common in the resources industry and heat can be generated from Hot climatic conditions,Situations where heavy work is undertaken in moderate conditions,Hot work processes with radiant heat, such as welding, andWorking in conditions requiring heavy protective clothing.
Worker productivity, permit to work, heat stress indices, medical management, dehydration testing and heat illness protocols are all important components in managing heat illness.
Leading Organizations Build Case for Green Infrastructure
Authors: Disselhoff Duska , Guertin France , North Jeffrey 
Published: June 2014

Abstract
Research by experts from industry and an environmental organization finds that incorporating nature into man-made infrastructure can improve business resilience – and bring additional economic, environmental and socio-political benefits.
Experts from Shell, The Dow Chemical Company, Swiss Re, and Unilever, working with The Nature Conservancy, evaluated over 20 business case studies, and recommend that green infrastructure solutions should become part of the standard toolkit for modern engineers.
The Development of Risk-Based Company HSE Standards
Authors: Walker Kirsty , Oeen Odd 
Published: June 2014

Abstract
A new, and potentially more effective, approach to the development of company HSE standards is to move away from a prescriptive approach to a more risk-based strategy. The risk-based approach allows resources to be focused towards the geographic locations, activities and services that present higher risk to a company and its customers.
This paper describes how an oilfield services company has developed a risk-based HSE approach which involves setting prescribed fundamental controls that apply to all activities and employees at all company sites. While some of these controls apply without variation, the application of many controls increases proportionally with the assessed risk. To establish how the fundamental controls are applied, the risks are assessed according to a predefined process, which is described in the standards.
The development of the control levels for the HSE standards incorporates factors such as the physical geographic location; the operating environment; and the risks associated with the activities, products and services performed both internally within the company and externally.
The paper examines how the specific strategy for each HSE standard is defined to ensure that the key elements required across the organization are clearly defined for each risk level and identifies those controls that are allowed to be modified locally.
A Survey on Computer Work-related Risk Factors for Musculoskeletal Complaints at the PTT Exploration and Production Public Company Limited (PTTEP)
Authors: Dusadi-isariyavong Asadang , Jaloyondeja Wattana , Jalayondeja Chutima 
Published: June 2014

Abstract
Sick leaves caused by work-related musculoskeletal disorders were analyzed from 2009 to 2011 medical records of the PTTEP Thailand Company Limited. Health care cost of the company increased two-fold in 2011.The results showed that the prevalence ratio of musculoskeletal disorders was 51% and high prevalence was found at the Bangkok office. The computer work-related musculoskeletal complaints were low back pain (47%), neck and upper extremity problems (31%), knee and ankle discomfort (14%) and muscle strain (8%). Those who worked at Bangkok office were 2.56 times to have musculoskeletal disorders and sick leaves compared to those who worked at the provincial division of PTTEP.
Therefore, we designed a study to determine prevalence of work-related musculoskeletal disorders and their risk factors in approximate 1500 computer workers at Bangkok office divisions of PTTEP. The findings will lead to guidelines for health care program, behavior adaptation and risk factor management. A survey research was conducted in July 2013 using electronic questionnaires. The questions related to four issues including physical, administration, psychological and environmental factors have been included. The prevalence rate, odds ratio (OR) and 95% confident interval (95%CI) were calculated and demonstrated those who likelihood to have work-related musculoskeletal disorders.
High Integrity Pressure Protection System for ESP Activated Wells
Authors: Nelson-Bridgewater Stacy , Hiez Mathieu , Caudin Jean-Christophe , Collas Stephane 
Published: June 2014

Abstract
The use of downhole Electrical Submersible Pumps (ESP) provides a means of producing oil reservoirs that are non-eruptive and requires artificial lift to produce the reservoirs. The maximum expected wellhead pressure (MEWHP) of these wells takes account of the ESP parameters and in some cases, for instance after a long shutdown, the MEWHP of an ESP well can be as much as five times greater than the maximum wellhead flowing pressure (MWHFP). This creates a challenge for the design of surface facilities, as even though the reservoir pressure may be low, there exists the possibility for overpressure of the facilities by the ESPs. The design of the surface facilities therefore needs to account for possible overpressure from these pumps.
High Integrity Pressure Protection Systems (HIPPS) provide an alternate protection to the use of traditional pressure relief systems in cases where the installation of these systems is not technically feasible or where their installation would result in a disproportionate cost to the project and possible inacceptable environmental impact. The traditional HIPPS design uses closure of a valve as the final element for isolating the overpressure source. This paper presents the results of a study that uses an ‘Electrical HIPPS’ system to directly isolate the electrical source to the ESPs thereby stopping the pumps and removing the overpressure source.
The study demonstrates that an electrical HIPPS architecture can be used to protect the surface facilities from overpressure from the ESPs. The use of this design provides an overpressure protection system with a much faster reaction time, as valve closure time is no longer a limiting factor in stopping the source of overpressure. It further shows that a HIPPS design based on this architecture can achieve a HIPPS layer reliability equivalent to SIL 3, in low demand mode, and with an acceptable test period from an operational point of view.
Green Lighting the Way: Managing Impacts from Offshore Platform Lighting on Migratory Birds
Authors: Marquenie J. M. , Wagner J. , Stephenson M. T. , Lucas L. 
Published: June 2014

Abstract
Artificial illumination on offshore oil and gas installations has a variety of effects on migratory and non-migratory birds, especially at night during foggy or overcast conditions. Birds attracted to platform lighting during the autumnal migration can result in encirclement causing elevated avian mortality rates from bird strike, incineration in the flare (when the flare is in operation) and exhaustion. The problem has been documented for many years from areas as diverse as the North Sea, the Gulf of Mexico and Western Australia (Wiese et al., 2001). The impact of artificial light sources at night on migratory birds is a phenomenon not just linked to oil and gas platforms but also to other illuminated offshore and coastal structures such as wind farms, ships, harbors and lighthouses, all of which contribute to light pollution at night.
Following several years of detailed observations, the Dutch E&P company NAM (Nederlandse Aardolie Maatschappij), established that conventional lights on offshore installations were the critical factor in luring migratory birds to offshore installations and keeping them trapped flying in circles for prolonged periods of time, particularly during so-called ‘broad front’ migration in combination with fog or cloudy weather when all the platforms in the same region experience the encirclement phenomenon.
The following research with the lamp manufactory Philips Lighting, established that the red part of the spectrum in the emitted light was responsible for this circling phenomenon and that removing the long wavelength components of the spectrum reduces the visual and orientation impact on birds (Poot et al., 2008). On the basis of these studies, a light source (spectral modified lighting or green light) was developed that reduces this fatal bird attraction, creates safe working conditions and results in a highly positive public response. The only unresolved safety factor was conflicting opinions on helicopter approach and landing. Circumstantial evidence was found that window glazing with a UV-blue filter – as used in some helicopters - is the cause for this.
This paper reviews the experience regarding the use of spectral modified lighting (and related approaches) and puts them in a new perspective. It elaborates on safety factors, especially those related to helicopter approach and landing and discusses the potential application of the technology for new projects. Drawing on recent experience in Europe and North America to apply spectral modified lighting, the paper address certification and permitting issues and briefly discuss emerging regulatory trends affecting this technology.
Wetlands and Endangered Species Management
Authors: Rowbottom Ron , Kuykendall Dina , Clodfelter Chris 
Published: June 2014

Abstract
The requirements associated with identifying and managing wetlands and endangered species have expanded globally in the past ten years. The development of a system which enables companies to meet compliance requirements when selecting new facility locations is a necessary component of the due diligence process. Oftentimes, it is necessary to develop property that is adjacent to or includes areas of protected wetlands, endangered species and sensitive environments. The development can be achieved in a manner that meets the business operational needs and supports sensitive ecosystems.
This paper compares and outlines the emerging trends in regulatory approaches to wetlands and endangered species globally and describes methodologies that companies can utilize to identify sensitive areas and develop appropriate protection plans.
Specific case studies are reviewed for environmental impact assessments conducted in Iraq, Egypt along with a review of endangered species identification requirements for a facility in Colombia. The management plans are discussed with regard to components and integration into facility management. Wetlands identification in the United States is highlighted with case studies in Louisiana, Massachusetts and Ohio which are reviewed to demonstrate processes for identifying wetlands and developing wetlands maintenance and management plans.
The paper also discusses alternatives to wetlands management plans where business development necessitates the "taking" of wetlands and the implications for jurisdictional wetlands, wetlands offsets, and wetlands banks. The paper’s discussion of wetlands is expanded from just the United States to compare the developing trends in global regulatory approaches and requirements. The paper outlines the methodology for identifying sensitive environments and the necessity for corporations to adopt a comprehensive and systematic process for validating cost and impact while also meeting business needs that enhance and protect a corporation’s reputation and social responsibility.
To maintain their status as responsible corporate citizens, companies must continue to monitor global trends in this area, identify critical requirements and establish comprehensive and systematic management strategies. By employing effective management strategies for wetlands and endangered species as outlined in this paper, companies can protect sensitive environments while meeting their business needs in sustainable manner.
Re-Engaging With Local Stakeholders in the Mature Oil and Gas Mahakam Block on Kalimantan Island, Indonesia
Authors: Dimier Armeline , Hidayatallah Hidayatullah 
Published: June 2014

Abstract
Since the nineteen seventies, TOTAL E&P INDONESIE (TEPI) operates a block in the Mahakam River delta, where it coexists with local communities that live in a traditional way and get their livelihoods from agriculture and marine activities such as shrimp farming.
For ten years, the relationship with these communities has become more and more intense, occasionally leading to conflicts and reaching a peak where TEPI neighbors are getting unsatisfied with the company and have increasing societal expectations. Consequently, the societal strategy was in dire need of an update, to improve TEPI’s relationship with its stakeholders and ensure undisturbed operations.
To achieve this goal, TEPI used SRM+, a corporate tool by which the company compares its perception of the societal context in which it operates with that of its external stakeholders, with a view to better adapting its societal strategy. Usually used at subsidiary level, the innovation here was that it was adjusted to the operational needs. In the Mahakam block, operations are divided into 3 assets, which cover several sites and have a dedicated management. Therefore, four SRM+ surveys were conducted: one on each of the assets and one at Province level to listen to higher level stakeholders.
Internally, the survey consisted in workshops gathering around 50 people from societal and operations teams, in order to jointly identify the societal risks and to map the stakeholders. Externally, 45 stakeholders were interviewed, 27 at assets level and 18 at the level of East Kalimantan province.
The result was the delivery of a uniquely shaped action plan, made of 4 different plans: one common and one for each asset. Each of these plans aimed at answering local stakeholder’s expectations, which vary from one asset to another. The global action plan targeted general actions to improve impact management, redirect the community development strategy towards needs of local communities, while improving the quality of relationships with stakeholders.
Whilst this project strengthened ties between societal and operations teams, and triggered an opening of sites to local communities, it also enabled TEPI to improve its societal management practices and, most importantly, to better understand its neighbors.
Canada’s Oil Sands Innovation Alliance: Delivering Environmental Performance
Authors: Jajuee Babak Adam 
Published: June 2014

Abstract
Imperial Oil, an affiliate of ExxonMobil Corporation, along with other 12 major oil companies in Canada formed an alliance of oil sands producers named Canada’s Oil Sands Innovation Alliance (COSIA). COSIA is a collaborative network with a mandate to accelerate the pace of improvement in environmental performance in Canada’s oil sands through capturing, developing and sharing innovative approaches and best practices. The alliance’s vision is to enable responsible and sustainable growth of Canada’s oil sands while delivering accelerated improvement in environmental performance through collaborative action and innovation. COSIA’s 13 member companies represent about 90 per cent of the crude oil production from the Canadian oil sands.
Through COSIA, oil sands producers are sharing new technologies and launching new projects in four key environmental areas: land, water, tailings and greenhouse gases emission. COSIA provides the basis for the participating companies to collaborate and share innovation, knowledge, and technologies to minimize oil sands environmental impact in these priority areas.
Launched in 2012, COSIA companies have shared about 560 technologies or innovations that cost roughly $900 million to develop. In addition, 185 projects such as commissioning new studies and developing targeted academic research chairs are moving forward under COSIA. COSIA is the overarching collaborative hub within which companies set priorities, drive and share innovation, and accelerate the pace of environmental performance improvements.
Oil and Gas Industry Leading Health Performance Indicators
Authors: Martin Alison , Walker Kirsty 
Published: June 2014

Abstract
In 2007 the joint Health Committee of International Association of Oil & Gas Producers (OGP) and IPIECA, the global oil & gas industry association for environmental and social issues, published a health performance indicator guide for the oil and gas industry. Text within this report was used to develop two tools to subjectively assess health leading performance indicators within individual companies and to compare performance between different parts of a company and between participating companies. One tool is used to indicate the extent of management of the 8 health performance areas across companies globally and the second allows for in-depth analysis at site and corporate level.
From 2008 to 2012, members of the OGP/IPIECA Health Committee reported their company leading health performance data. After this 4-year period of measuring health performance within the oil and gas industry, 18 companies agreed to have their 2011 data grouped together with 2008–2010 and the results were published externally in 2012.
This paper describes the leading health performance indicator tools, the anonymous results, the trends over the past 5 years and an in-depth analysis of the 2011 and 2012 data. This paper includes the 2012 data submissions from 16 companies, including 3 new participants.
The subjectively generated leading health indicators continue to inform individual companies and the industry as a whole where the challenges and successes in health management lie.
Creating A Healthy Foodservice
Authors: Stevens C. , Stelmach J. , Davis-Street J. 
Published: June 2014

Abstract
In locations where the employer is the central provider of foodservices to its employees, nutritional quality has implications that contribute to workforce health. This paper describes emerging trends in employer cafés, catering menus and vending machines. In partnership with corporate facilities leasehold service providers and contracted foodservice vendors, we are targeting foodservice delivery to ensure more healthful food choices are provided and assist the workforce in making healthier choices. Nutrition improvement programming includes café point-of-service education about healthful food choices, improved selection and accessibility to those choices and other venues for education delivery. Cafeteria improvements have included strategic placement of healthy foods, incorporation of healthier substitutions, ‘stealth health’ (discretely including healthier items through cooking methods, elimination and/or substitutions) and incentives offered for purchasing healthy selections. We have also created the "heart healthy" icon to indicate food items which meet more stringent nutrition criteria, and provide nutrition content and education in settings where the icon has been deployed. Foodservice web sites and weekly café menus are being modified to provide information about healthier items - facilitating advance planning of healthier meals thereby reducing less healthy impulse purchases. Tools implemented include: branded marketing efforts, health education, and cooking demonstrations featuring healthy food choices, sustained education of cafeteria staff on nutrition and portion sizing, and promotions to encourage more frequent purchasing of healthier foods. We will present the impact of ongoing foodservice efforts on ordering behavior and describe efforts to improve catering and vending machine offerings. Tools and resources available to support a healthy foodservice program and recommendations for including nutrition-related key performance indicators in foodservice contracts will be presented.
This approach may be utilized in the workplace to effectively support ongoing health and wellness efforts aimed at addressing risks for cardiovascular and other chronic diseases. Addressing such environmental characteristics of the workplace supports a comprehensive health and wellness strategy to improve workforce health. Utilization of these recommendations creates an environment that supports a culture of health for the entire workforce.