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909 Offshore Oil and Gas Safety II
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Introduction

This is the second of a two-part introduction to offshore safety programs and best practices. Offshore oil and gas operations include all activities involved in the extraction of crude oil and natural gas from reservoirs found beneath the seafloor.

This course was developed as a source of information and practical training tool for offshore rig safety personnel, operator/contractor employees, supervisors, and managers who need to be familiar with offshore rig safety.

Course Objectives

At the end of this course, you should be able to:
ID Objective
TO 1.0 Achieve a minimum score of 70% on the final course assessment.
LO 1.1.1 Describe electrical safety practices for offshore oil and gas operations.
LO 1.2.1 Discuss the requirements for hazardous energy control (lockout/tagout).
LO 1.3.1 Describe tools and equipment safety while working on an offshore facility.
LO 1.4.1 Explain crane operation best practices and operator qualifications.
LO 1.5.1 Discuss the various types of personal protective equipment used offshore.
LO 1.5.1 Describe the requirements for controlling hazardous chemicals and substances.
LO 1.6.1 Explain and list procedures to assist in handling materials in a safe and less risky environment for workers and equipment.
LO 1.7.1 Describe best practices when working with compressed gas cylinders.

Key: Terminal Objective (TO), Learning Objective (LO)