Oil & Gas / Mining Safety Checklist

Site & Environment

Hazardous areas are clearly marked and controlled. Gas detection equipment is used and calibrated. Emergency evacuation routes are known and clear. Environmental controls (spill kits, containment) are available.

Equipment & Operations

Heavy machinery is inspected before use. Lockout/tagout procedures are followed during maintenance. Personal gas monitors are worn in required areas. Hot work permits are obtained when required.

Personal Safety

Appropriate PPE is worn at all times on site. Workers are trained for confined space entry when required. Fatigue and heat stress management is practiced. Incidents and near misses are reported immediately.

Confined Space Entry

Use a permit and test atmosphere before entry. Provide continuous monitoring and mechanical ventilation. Post a trained standby person outside. Have retrieval equipment ready before anyone enters.

Explosion & Ignition Control

Apply hot-work permits in hazardous areas. Use intrinsically safe tools and equipment. Enforce no-smoking and no-ignition-source rules. Bond and ground for flammable transfers.

Drilling & Extraction

Verify blowout preventers and pressure controls. Monitor well bore and formation pressures. Inspect derrick, draw-works, and hoisting gear. Follow lockout before clearing or servicing plant.

Hazardous Atmospheres

Monitor for H2S, methane, and low oxygen. Issue and drill escape-breathing sets where required. Alarm and evacuate on gas detection triggers. Ventilate thoroughly before and during work.

Traffic & Vehicle

Set site speed limits and one-way routes. Use banksmen for reversing and loading. Seat-belt and barriered cabs for light vehicles. Separate pedestrian and vehicle movements.