Offshore Rig Operations

Monitor conditions closely and prep for escalation. As the storm gets closer, all personnel should be evacuated from the drilling rigs and platforms, and production is shut in. Drill-ships may relocate to a safe location.

Winterize machinery and check for frozen pipes and other sensitive instruments. Brief employees for general weather safety operations (frost bite, hypothermia, slipping on ice, etc.).

All staff should seek shelter. Monitor lightning activity, motion, directionality and speed 15 and 30 minutes into the future, based on distance from location.

High winds may knock over equipment and result in injuries and damage. Make sure all equipment is properly secured.

Snow is expected. Salt surfaces and avoid any unnecessary work outdoors. Plan for slowing down operations until conditions improve.

Avoid un-necessary outdoor maintenance and limit employee time outside.

Prep staff for heavy rain. Low visibility, confirm area is clear before performing dangerous maintenance. Avoid unnecessary outdoor maintenance.

Prep staffing towards escalation in weather conditions

Alert workers of extreme heat hazards. Establish water drinking schedule (about 4 cups/hour). Develop and enforce protective work/rest schedules. Conduct physiological monitoring (e.g., pulse, temperature, etc).

Provide employees with drinking water and ensure that adequate medical services are available in vehicle. Encourage workers to wear sunscreen. Acclimatize workers. If workers must wear heavy protective clothing, perform strenuous activity or work in the direct sun, additional precautions are recommended to protect workers from heat-related illness.

Ideal weather conditions for solar panel maintenance.