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Doing
QHSE
Right
During our visit to the Trident 18, to capture graphic offshore scenarios for this training package, we were impressed by the Trident-18 safety record of 1000+ days without a lost time accident,   It is obvious that their outstanding safety record was achieved because of their high safety and quality standards which are clearly visible in daily operations.

We would like to share a few of our observations with you, in hopes that it will give you some ideas and inspiration about what can be achieved on your rig

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As the chopper descended down to the Trident 18 we noticed the bright, white protective canopies over the port and stbd lifeboats, which we had never seen seen on any other offshore rig before.  It is clear that TQM is being practiced on Trident 18.
Immediately upon stepping off of the Helicopter we were impressed by the clean,  orderly, well painted and well maintained decks and rig structures.
Immediately upon entering the Radio room to sign in, we were given one
of the Best and most informative
New Arrivals Safety Briefings
(click to view) which I have ever been presented, by the Rig Medic, Dr.  M. Punjabi.
After being welcomed and briefed by the Rig Supt. Arnie Lacasse,  we deposited our belongings in our assigned cabin, and headed outside to explore the decks and underdecks of the rig. 
The first  impressive safety discovery on our tour were 3 maintenance roustabouts preparing to work in a preload tank, doing chipping and painting.  These guys were following the companies Confined Space Entry Procedures to the letter.

Does Your Rig Do Tank Entry
By The Book ?

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Trident 18
Confined Space Entry

- Tank Entry Permit
- White board describing
  job and work assignments
- 2  x 30 min SCBA
- Gas Detector - Gas Check
- 2 Walkie Talkies

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- Safety Harness worn 
  while entering & working
  inside tank

- Tripod and
- Winch for hoisting Injured
  man from tank

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- Explosion Proof Lighting
- Air hose manifold
   with air filter / lubricator
- Air Ventilation Inlet
- Air Ventilation Outlet
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   and Safety Pinson
- Air Hose Connections

- Preload Fill Valve Locked
  in the Closed Position

- Walkie in water-proof case
  carried inside tank

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And most importantly, a crew dedicated
to working safely, following all policies
and procedures, and producing
quality workmanship.

WHAT A TEAM, HUH ?

We were assured by several service hands
that these procedures are routine on Trident 18
and not merely a Showcase staged for our visit.

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Other Noteworthy Q-HSE Standards we discovered
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Two Daily Pre-tour
Safety Meetings are held
at 1115 and 2315 hr
and last for
10-15 minutes.
At the Trident 18 Daily
Pre-tour Safety Meeting
each department head, including Co. Man and service hands gives a brief summary of the work scope for the next 12 hours, with special attention given to safety.
This allows clear lines of communication between everyone working on Trident 18, and creates a  strong Safety Attitude and sense of team spirit 
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It is Attended by
Rig Supt.
Co. Man, Rig Supervisors,
Service hands and
all crew members

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Whip Chek and safety
pins on all  air hoses
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Eye protection available where required
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Compartment Survey
at entrance to each compartment
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Realistic Training during
Fire Drills
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Well organized and orderly drills

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Strict  Lock-Out Procedures to prevent
deadly  mistakes
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permanently installed
safety harness at each Lifeboat.
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Lifeboat Crew
assignment Sheet
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a clean, tidy platform,
clean BOP with work platforms & fall arrestors
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Hazards routinely
barricaded with
barrier warning tape
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Preload tanks hatches
covered with safety mesh cover and
clearly labeled
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Tank vents, valves, ventilation ducts, etc. clearly stenciled
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Emergency Response
equipment well maintained
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Pinch points labeled
with warning
Crocodile stickers
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PPE policies followed
and enforced by all,
including supervisors.
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Authorized Forklift
operator list attached
to the Forklift
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STOP is actively
promoted & practiced by all rig personnel
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A Weekly Stop Observer is selected and recognized
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High pressure mud hose area cordoned off with plastic chain and
warning signs
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A serious TQM
program with a Quality Improvement White Board  in change room for crewmen's ideas
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Safety Posters in wooden frames hung in hallways, and common areas.
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Safety Net on the crane boom for performing
maintenance tasks
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A safety Net over the
cement room hatch
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State of the Art
High Speed
Rescue Boat
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An Experienced
safety conscious Crew
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One Fine Rig
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Taking Pride in Tr18 
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And the Visible, Tangible, Leadership and Commitment to Q-HSE
by  the Rig Superintendents, Rig Supervisors and Rig Management.


We are convinced that all of these noteworthy Q-HSE Standards are For Real and not merely a temporary Showcase staged for our visit.

We'd like to offer our sincere Thanks to the Entire Trident 18 Crew for their hospitality, assistance, creative ideas and inspiration while we were onboard developing this training package.

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And we commend the entire Trident 18 crew for your 1000+ days
Safety Record and for the Excellent Q-HSE Role Model you provide
for other Sedco Forex Rigs World Wide - Thanks!