12 May 2024

Permit To Work




Regulations in all countries require all companies and their workers to create and have a Permit To Work (PTW). Specifically, PTW is a formal document used in various industries whose operations are potentially dangerous.

The reasons why workers need PTW:

- Their safety is always maintained
- Accidents and injuries can be prevented from occurring
- Any work, especially high-risk work, can be done safely
- Hazards and risks can be identified and controlled before work begins

PTW is a written permit that specifies:

- High-risk work and safe work
- The safe work that is allowed to be carried out
- Day and time to do the work
- Qualifications of workers permitted to do the work. These workers must have taken the appropriate training and knowledge to perform their duties safely.
- Safety procedures that must be followed
- Dangers and risks
- Safety checks that should be done before the work starts
- Ways to identify and control hazards
- Safety measures that must be taken so that the work can be carried out safely
- Safety and control measures that must be taken so that accidents can be avoided and handled
- Communication and instructions that must be carried out by everyone involved in the work: Workers, Supervisors and others
- Supervision must be exercised to ensure that only authorized personnel are involved and that all necessary precautions are taken

When the workers sign the PTW, they show that they understand the risks involved and what precautions are necessary.

Several things that happen if workers do not have PTW:

- Accidents and injuries will definitely happen
- Legal Issues: Work will be stopped by the authorities and the authorities will issue a fine to the company
- Employment Relation Issues: The company can give warnings to the workers, and can even terminate employment
- Financial Issues: If accidents and injuries occur, the insurance process will become difficult to carry out

The essence of PTW is Protection for all parties, both companies and workers!

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11 May 2024

Introduction To The Drilling Process In The Oil And Gas Industry




This explanation is a simple description of the drilling process in the Oil and Gas Industry. The drilling process is a complex and exciting field that combines many techniques, geology, and technology. Get interesting information about the drilling process in the Oil and Gas Industry through the explanation below.

* Basic information:

- The drilling process in the Oil and Gas Industry is an important process for extracting valuable resources from underground
- The drilling process essentially creates narrow vertical holes in the earth's crust to reach oil and gas reserves
- The drilling process is achieved using large drilling rigs, which are essentially self-contained drilling machines
- Oil and Gas companies usually hire special drilling contractors to perform this task

* Understanding of different drilling environments:

The drilling process can be carried out both on land and sea / offshore. The offshore drilling process requires special rigs designed to operate on platforms or ships.

* Drilling Process:

- Preparation: Careful planning is paramount. Geologists determine promising locations and engineers design wells based on expected underground conditions. Then the drilling location is prepared which includes the construction of an access road and a disposal hole for waste material.
- Setting Up the Rig: A drilling rig is a complex machine with a towering crane, a pulling machine for the lifting equipment, and a turntable that rotates the drill string. The drill string is a series of long hollow pipes that connect the surface to the drill bit at the bottom.
- Drilling: A drill bit attached to the end of the drill string crushes the rock as the turntable rotates it. Special mud is continuously pumped down the drill string and back to the surface, carrying rock chips and cooling the drill bit. This mud also helps stabilize the wellbore and prevents underground fluids from entering the well.
- Reaching the Target Zone: Drilling continues until the target depth is reached, where oil and gas are thought to be present. Throughout this process, various measurements and tests are performed to monitor conditions and ensure safety.
- Completing the Well: Once the target zone is reached, the well is "completed" by installing a casing (steel pipe) to stabilize the wellbore and isolate different formations. Finally, production equipment is installed to bring the oil and gas to the surface.

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10 May 2024

All About HSE




HSE (Health, Safety, and Environment) are policies and procedures carried out by companies to:
- Be responsible for the safety of employees and the security of the environment
- Create a safe, healthy, and sustainable work environment
- Protect the health, safety and security of employees, contractors and visitors
- Minimize workplace hazards and risks
- Prevent accidents, injuries and illnesses
- Increase productivity
- Create a positive work culture
- Build a positive work environment
- Save time and costs
- Ensure a safe and healthy work environment
- Minimize damage and negative impacts on the company and the environment
- Comply with applicable regulations
- Get a good track record so that the reputation can be well maintained too

Several actions that companies can take to comply with HSE Regulations:
- Identify and deal with workplace hazards: Faulty machines, toxic chemicals, and others
- Control pollution, manage waste, and care for the surrounding environment

If the company ignores and violates HSE Regulations, then:
- The company must pay the costs of medical treatment and insurance to its employees who are the victims
- The company is punished
- The company is subject to large fines
- Directors or managers in the company can be jailed

Other consequences of non-compliance with HSE Regulations:
- The company suffered losses
- The productivity in the company is lost due to employee absences
- The operation at the company is disrupted
- The operation at the company is suspended until the company can resolve the problem
- The reputation of the company is damaged

The public, partners, and clients can assess the reputation of a company through the company's compliance with HSE Regulations. Do they comply with and implement HSE Regulations or not? A good company always complies with HSE Regulations!

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High Pressure High Temperature In Drilling Operation




High Pressure, High Temperature (HPHT) is a big challenge in Drilling Operations, especially when exploring oil and gas reserves. These extreme conditions occur when the well reaches greater depths, pushing the capabilities of conventional drilling equipment and techniques.

Here are the challenges and how to overcome them:

* Challenge:
- Increased pressure: High formation pressure can cause an explosion, where well fluid escapes uncontrollably, posing a safety hazard
- Wellbore integrity: Pressure can fracture the rock formation around the wellbore, thereby compromising its stability
- Material strength: Drill pipes, casings, and other equipment experience increased stress, requiring special materials with higher strength levels
- Drilling fluid performance: Standard drilling fluids can decompose at high temperatures, reducing their ability to cool the drill bit, lubricate the drill string, and transport cuttings to the surface

* Ways to overcome the challenges:
- Special equipment: HPHT Operations require a rig with a High-Pressure Blowout Preventer (BOP) and a well-control system designed to handle extreme pressures
- Casing design: The well casing must be thicker and made of stronger materials to withstand pressure and prevent collapse
- Advanced drilling fluids: Synthetic-based muds and other HPHT drilling fluids are formulated to maintain their properties at high temperatures, ensuring wellbore stability and efficient drilling
- Wellbore pressure management: Close monitoring and management of pore pressure (fluid pressure in rock formations) is essential to avoid blowouts and maintain a safe drilling window

HPHT Wells are technically complex and expensive to drill. However, advances in technology and exploration strategies are enabling access to oil and gas reserves in increasingly challenging environments.

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Emergency In Helicopter At Sea




Some dangerous emergencies that occur in the helicopters at sea:
- Helicopter crashing into the sea: This can be caused by broken machines, errors made by the pilot, or bad weather conditions. The helicopters will definitely sink because helicopters are not designed to float.
- Hypothermia which occurs when helicopter passengers and crew drown in the water as a result of the helicopter falling into the water
- A medical emergency that occurs when a helicopter passenger or crew experiences a critical condition due to an accident or health problems

To escape from the helicopter when an emergency happens, we need the knowledge about:
- Check-in/boarding procedures
- Helicopter Safety Requirements
- Safety Equipment
- Helicopter Emergency
- Hazards during emergencies
- Pre-ditching checks / Actions after ditching
- Surface and Underwater Escape
- Sea Survival Techniques

Some ways to increase our chances of surviving from an emergency that occurs in a helicopter at sea:

* Before flight:

- Safety Procedures In Helicopters: All persons in the helicopters must be provided with information regarding Safety Procedures in helicopters and they must comply with them
- Use proper PPE: Life jackets, SCBA / EBS and others

* When an emergency occurs:

- Be in a calm condition because panic can interfere with our abilities to save ourselves. Take proper breaths and focus on our hearing and mind to listen and obey the instructions given by the Rescue Team.
- Ensure that the right PPEs are used
- Be ready to face the impact by conducting the position determined by the Safety Procedures
- Escape from the helicopter through the emergency exit
- Hold onto a floating stable object for protection and increase the chance of being seen by other ships, helicopters, and Rescue Teams
- Gather together and create groups to save energy in the body and be seen by the Rescue Team
- Use Signaling Tools to attract attention
- Consume food and water that have been prepared before flying. Tips: Instead of drinking seawater, it's better to drink rainwater.

Warning:
The method above should only be used for educational purposes and should not be used as a substitute for Safety Training!

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