1. Self-Introduction.

2. Questions regarding qualifications?

3. Questions regarding Client Approval?
4. What is your Offshore experience?
5. What is the difference between onshore and offshore?
Onshore means on land. In the oil and gas industry any exploration, production, Construction, or maintenance
activity done on land with land equipment, that activity is said to be onshore

offshore means off land …. which means on water. Any exploration and production work done on water with
marine equipment or working on offshore installations like Platforms/Well Head towers the activity is then said to
be offshore activity.

6. What is IMO?
International Maritime Organization

7. What is SOLAS?
International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea.

8. Are you familiar with latest ADNOC standards? Tell me Two or Three HSE Standards?
• HSE-GA-ST05 - Contractor HSE Management
• HSE-GA-ST11 - LSR
• HSE-OH-ST07 - Contractor Welfare Management
• HSE-OS-ST01 - WMS Framework
• HSE-OS-ST02 - Permit to Work
• HSE-OS-ST08 - Confined Space
• HSE-OS-ST14 - Cutting Welding and Allied Processes
• HSE-OS-ST19 - Lifting and Hoisting Operations
• HSE-OS-ST20 - PPE
• HSE-OS-ST21 - H2S management
• HSE-OS-ST22 - Working at Height
• HSE-OS-ST23 - Diving Operation Marine

9. Explain your understanding on Contractor HSE Assurance Program?

As part of ADNOC 2030 Transformation strategy, ADNOC established CONTRACTORs HSE performance evaluation
mechanism and criteria's including leading and lagging indicators.

The Objectives of HSE Assurance Program are;

• Improve Top Management accountability, involvement, and visibility at site.
• Improve contractor welfare facilities and meeting ADNOC requirements.
• Establish measurable KPIs and its monitoring against the set benchmark.
• Timely address non-compliances, incidents, performance measurement and its management.

10. What are the actions we have to follow as part of HSE assurance program?
Service Provider Leadership Commitment 2. Risk Management 3. Transportation Safety 4. HSE Training &
Competency 5. Medical Requirements 6. Welfare Management 7. Subcontractor HSE Management 8.
Environmental Management 9. ADNOC HSE Program, HSE Awareness Campaigns 10. Lessons Learned 11.
Emergency Response Preparedness 12. Recognition and accountability 13. HSE Audits and Close Out

11. How will you evaluate project HSE Performance? If the performance is not meeting the targets, then what will be
your actions for improving the performance?
a) Various conventional methods can be used for performance evaluation of a Project, which focuses not only
on level of implementation but also causes of deviations. The following steps are involved in the above
process:
 To develop a comprehensive analytical tool / framework for evaluating HSE Performance by utilizing various
inspection databases such as

 Scheduled Periodical Audits (HSE Plan, HSEMS, ISO, Assurance etc)

 HSE Inspections @ worksites
 Observations from Site Verification Visits (SVV’s)
 HSE Inspections @ Site Offices
 Other HSE Leading and Lagging Indicator performance from HSE Statistics Reports data

The above parameters are selected to measure the overall Contractor HSE Performance on HSEMS
procedures/Standard/Law compliance.

 Evaluate HSEMS procedural/ Standards implementation and compliances based on

the risk level at Work Sites & Site Offices.
 Identification and Analysis of Positive observations/Compliance on HSEMS
Procedures/Standards.
 Identification and Analysis of critical risk-based gaps/ non-compliance of HSEMS
procedures/Standards.
 Closely follow-up with the respective project through the Controlling Team for
tracking and closure of the opportunities of improvement.

Use performance information to drive improvement Three-step process has been established as follows, which
involves critical component i.e. communicating the results to the Senior Management.

Step 1: Communicate “Performance Report” to the Senior Management.

Step2: Organize meeting with Management Team to explain the evaluating process and the expected
improvement action plan on the recommendations.
Step 3: Follow up on the recommendations and action plans to close the gap.

12. Explain your understanding on WMS? What are the key elements of WMS.?
WMS stands for Work Management System, it is a safety tool to ensure that the work is properly controlled,
coordinated, and communicated.
1. WMS Framework 2. PTW, 3. JSA, 4. Energy Isolation, 5. Temporary Defeat of HSECES, 6. SIMOPS

13. What is a Work Categorization Chart?

Tool that advises the type of permit to be utilized for the work activity based on nature of work activity and as a
result of the combination of the carrying out of a particular activity within certain defined environments or
conditions.

14. What are the different types of permits?

The permit to be used is for any activity is decided with the help of “Work Categorization Chart” (WCC)
Hot Work Permit: A permit used for activities that contain a source of ignition as part of the work activity.
Examples include welding, cutting, grinding, mechanically produced sparks, chemical reactions, etc., Any
confirmed source of ignition shall require use of the Hot Work Permit.
Critical Work Permit: A permit used for critical work activities listed in ‘Work Categorization Chart’ or identified
by the Group Company as Critical or High/ High-Medium Risk (as per ADNOC RAM). Spark Potential nature of
work will be covered under the Critical Permit.
General Work Permit: A Permit used for activities that does not form part of the defined critical work and does
not contain any hot work.

15. What are the different types of Certificates?

1. Confined space Entry certificate
2. Diving certificate
3. Ionizing radiation certificate
4. Atmospheric record form
5. Easement certificate
 6. Energy isolation certificate (mechanical, process, instrumentation)
7. Electrical isolation- Electrical
8. Temporary Defeat certificate
9. Road Closure certificate
10. Sanction to test

16. What is FRA and why is it required?

FRA stands for Formal Risk Assessment. IWAP team decides whether an FRA is required.
Upon recommendation of IWAP delegates FRA will replace JSA-2, Risk Assessment team leader is responsible to
lead the Formal Risk Assessment process to ensure that all relevant risks and controls have been identified for the
work description including (RA Teal Leaders can be Maintenance Supervisor, Well Supervisor, Discipline
Maintenance Supervisor, Area Authority)

17. What are the different types of JSA?

JSA Level 1- Standard Hazard Control Form- General Work Permit
JSA Level 2- Hazard Management Form- Critical Work or Hot work Permit
Formal Risk Assessment (FRA)- Where determined by the IWAP team
Validity Approved By
JSA Level 1 AA
JSA Level 2 Every 2 years AAA
FRA Every 1 year AAA

18. What are the HSE deliverables you have prepared for the Projects?

19. What is the main Project HSE Deliverables/Documents which we have to prepare and get approval from Client to
commence work at site? Have you ever prepared any HSE Plan, Emergency Plan?
HSE Plan, Welfare Management Plan, Environment Management Plan, Emergency Response Plan, etc.

20. What are the basic things you will cover in the HSE Plan? (Ref. Project HSE Plan Standard- HSE-GA-ST06)
Contents of the Project HSE Plan
1. INTRODUCTION
- Project Description
- Project Objectives
- Purpose of the Document
2. DEFINIIONS AND ABBREVATIONS
3. PROJECT CODES, STADARDS AND REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS
4. PROJECT HSE OBJECTIVE & KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS
5. ORGANISATION AND RESPONSIBILITIES
6. SUB-CONTRACTOR MANAGEMENT
7. PROJECT HSE OBJECTIVES
7.1 Leadership and Accountability
7.2 Risk Assessment and Management
7.3 Planning, Standards & Procedures
7.4 Facilities Design & Construction
- Safer Design
- Detailed Engineering & Design
- HSE Engineering Activities and Deliverables
- Fire Fighting Equipment Layout
- Escape, Evacuation and Rescue
7.5 Operations & maintenance
7.6 Resources
7.7 Management of Change
7.8 HSE Training
7.9 Crisis and Emergency Management
7.10 Permit to Work System
 7.11 Incident reporting and Investigation
7.12 Personal Protective equipment
8. HSE PLAN FRAMEWORK
8.1 Safety Management
8.2 Environment Management
8.3 Occupational Health management
9. HSE COMMUNICATIONS
10. WELFARE MANAGEMENT
11. PROJET HSE ACTIVITIES AND SCHEDULE

12. HSE AUDITS

21. What is the difference between Project HSE Plan & Construction HSE Plan?
Project HSE Plan
Project HSE Plan is a high-level live document covering all stages of the project.
 Construction HSE Plan
Construction HSE Plan addresses the HSE Requirements for the construction and commissioning phases of the
Project.

22. What are the basic things you will do for the vessel mobilization?
Reference Marine Operations Safety Compliance Check List (HSE-OS-ST24)
1. Mandatory Certification/Documentation (Navigation Liscence, Reg. Certificate etc.)
2. Overview (Compliance with IMO Requirements, OC, verify compliance to ISM Code/IMO)
3. Policies (Availability of Marine HSE Policy, Quality Policy etc.)
4. Planning (Voyage passage plan, HSE plan, Maintenance plan etc.)
5. Risk Assessment
6. Marine Crew Requirements (STCW, T-BOSIET etc.)
7. Marine Vessel Acceptance Criteria (age limit, Compliance to IMO-ISM Scheme etc)
8. Compliance Verification ( Doc. Of Compliance- DOC, Interim Doc. Of Compliance-IDOC etc.)
9. Operating in petroleum Ports
10. Operating at Sea requirements
11. Additional requirements for Offshore Field Requirements
12. Voyage Data record
13. SIMOPS
14. Offshore Field Mooring and Anchor handling
15. Standby/Rescue Vessel Operation
16. Dynamically Positioned Vessels Operations (Compliance to IMO guidelines, RA, ADNOC HSEMS, DP Operating
procedure etc.)
17. Safe and restricted Zone for Drift Test (Conducting drift test by the DP vessel to determine the results and the
effects of the wind, waves and current to operations is conducted)
18. Rig/Barge Move (Ensuring that Rig/Barge move preparation/plan is carried out and approved by the rig/barge
owner taking in consideration all operational risks)
19. Communications
20. Personnel Transport
21. Lifting operations
22. Transport of Dangerous Goods
23. Environment Protection and Waste Management
24. Emergency Preparedness and Response
25. Management Review

23. What is ISM Code?

The International Safety Management (ISM) Code is an international standard for the safe operation of ships and
for pollution prevention. Chapter IX of the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) requires
compliance with the ISM Code.
24. As a contractor what kind of inspections will you do before mobilizing a vessel?
Refer 22 & Marine Operations Safety Compliance Check List (HSE-OS-ST24)
25. What are the trainings come under BOSIT/T-BOSITE Training?
T-BOSIET is for warm waters / tropical countries whilst BOSIET covers the validity for both warm and cold waters.
But, if you only working in tropical region, then T-BOSIET will be sufficient
Module 1 Safety Induction
Element 1.1 Industry and Installation Overview
Element 1.2 Offshore Hazards
Element 1.3 Managing Offshore Safety
Element 1.4 Controlling Offshore Hazards
Element 1.5 Regulating Offshore Safety
Element 1.6 Living and Working Offshore
Module 2 Helicopter Safety and Escape
Element 2.1 Helicopter Travel

Element 2.2 Helicopter Emergencies

 Module 3 Sea Survival and First Aid
Element 3.1 Evacuation
Element 3.2 Emergency First Aid
Module 4 Firefighting and Self Rescue
Element 4.1 Firefighting Offshore
Element 4.2 Self-Rescue

BOSIET: FOR BOSIET Emergency Breathing System (EBS) will be included in Module-II

26. Emergency Response Plan - How you will bridge the emergency response plan with client emergency plan?
An Emergency Response Bridging Plan shall be developed and integrated with Client ERP to enable CONTRACTOR
personnel including subcontractors, vendors and visitors to understand the Client/ Contractor Emergency
Response requirements and effectively respond to all potential emergency situations during the execution of the
project. COMPANY ERP will have precedence over this bridging document should any major emergency situations
arise.
The main objectives of this Emergency Response Bridging Document are as follows:
• To describe the steps to be taken in the event of deferent tiers of site emergency and HEMS situation.
• To identify parties with emergency responsibilities.
• To describe the Emergency arrangements.

27. What are the main emergencies at offshore?

 Marine Medical Emergency
 Oil Spill/ Loss of Containment
 Adverse weather condition
 Covid-19 Emergency in accommodation Barges
 Man overboard
 Fire in vessel
 Marine reptile and Mammal Incident
 Abandon Ship
 Vessel collision/Grounding
 Flooding of vessel
 Diving Incident
 H2S Release

28. What are the emergency responses for man overboard?

In the event of a Man overboard. Throw the Lifebuoy as near to the man as possible. Call the Emergency Contact
Number/ Bridge/Standby Boat immediately and give his location. (Refer to the site-Specific Emergency
Procedure) The man in the water should be kept in sight at all the times, Rescue craft shall be directed to him
either by hand signal or Radio.
29. What should be done when a person is overboard?
• In case of a man overboard scenario, the following should be done:
• Immediately provide a life buoy to the MOB (Man Overboard) and alert the crew.
• Inform the emergency response team/ control room.
• Appoint a person to keep sight of the MOB.

30. How will you respond in case of H2S leak?

• In case of an H2S emergency, the following steps are to be followed:
• When the H2S alarm goes off, Don the EEBD.
• Check the wind direction and move crosswind.
• Report to the nearest muster point/ assembly and muster.
• Connect to the cascade system and wait for further instructions.

31. What should be done in case of a Fire emergency?

• In case of a fire emergency, the following steps are to be followed:
• Stop the work.
 • Raise the fire alarm or notify the concerned party.
• Move to the nearest assembly point and muster.
• Wait for further instructions.

32. What are the control measures for overboard activities?

• The precautions to be taken while an overboard work is to be done:
• Valid PTW should be available.
• Risk assessments to be done prior to job.
• SOLAS Approved PFD (personal flotation device) should he used.
• Life Buoy should be readily available.
• Rescue/ stand by boat should be present. (Zodiac)
• MCR should be informed before and after work.
• Full body safety harness should be used, harness should be inspected prior to use.
• Only competent and authorized person should do the activity.

33. What are the different types of Life saving appliances available in vessel?
• Life Raft
• SCBA- Self Contained Breathing Apparatus
• EEBA- Emergency Escape Breathing Apparatus
• PFD- Personal Flotation Device.
• Life Buoy

34. What is hierarchy of Control?

Eliminate, Substitute, Engineering, Administrative Control & PPE

35. What are the control measures you will ensure for performing hot work at process area/brown filed?
Reference: GR-001 General Requirements for Pressurized Habitats
Types of Hot Work that Require the Use of Pressurized Habitats
 Naked flame type such as welding, use of cutting/heating torch, gouging & plasma cutting.
 Cutting, grinding using portable/fixed grinding/cutting discs.
 Pre/Post Weld Heat Treatment.
Note: In general, spark potential activities do not require the use of pressurized habitats unless decided
otherwise by the concerned Operating and Site HSE Authorities; e.g. use of battery operated NDT equipment,
operation of certified Diesel Driven air compressor, etc.
Such spark potential activities shall be covered by hot work permit (spark potential) including all related
requirements such as the continuous gas detection, standby person, etc.
Pressurized habitat shall be required if:
 Hot work is located within Zone-1 or within five meters of Zone-1. Ten meters distance in case of onshore
work (Das and Artificial Islands).
 Hot work is located within Zone-2 or within five meters of Zone-2. Ten meters distance in case of onshore
work (Das and Artificial Islands).
Note:
Zone-0 is excluded whereas hot work naked flame and spark potential shall not be permitted in areas classified as
Zone-0. Specific conditions in unclassified areas may also make it necessary to use a pressurized habitat.
General requirements of HOT Work Habitat
Considerations to be considered to determine the location to erect a Habitat:
 It must NOT obstruct any escape routes. In case where Habitat has to be installed across an escape route,
risk assessment must be carried out to determine an alternative escape route.
 Changes of the escape route shall be clearly identified with proper signage to indicate the direction and
communicated to all parties before Habitat erection commences.
 In case where Habitat is erected at congested space, risk assessment must be carried out to ensure fast
and safe evacuation or rescue of personnel working inside during emergency.
 Due consideration should be given against ergonomic hazards to avoid workers having to kneel or squat
for prolong period while performing work inside the enclosure.
Habitat Enclosure
  The habitat, including its door, must be constructed from flame retardant materials, be adequately
stiffened, and constructed so that heat and sparks from the planned activity do not constitute an ignition
source risk outside the habitat.
 Habitat shall have an entrance door that maintains positive pressure. The door is recommended to be
built of an adequate rigid material and mounted in a frame to minimize the pressure loss potential. There
could be a requirement of having an exit clearly marked, both inside and out. The exit shall be capable of
being opened from either side. If the habitat obstructs a walkway, then suitable barriers shall be erected
together with warning signs.
 The habitat shall be equipped with a monitoring window made of Plexiglas so that the habitat responsible
can monitor the work inside the habitat. This window must be installed in such way that the platform
fixed flame detector cannot be triggered due to the hot work inside
 The habitat must be equipped with a manual emergency stop device, which cuts off the electricity supply
to equipment within the habitat.
 A habitat should be equipped with “airtight access” – such as an airlock or a self-closing door (a habitat
can lose overpressure after just a few seconds of the door being open). Creating good and labelled
evacuation routes from the habitat to a safe area must be prioritized. The construction of alternative
evacuation routes must be considered, and there must always be another escape option in addition to
the door of the habitat.
 For work in the habitat which represents an ignition source (for example, heat), even after the electricity
or gas supply to the habitat has been cut off, the fan unit and damper must be independent of the
working electrical current to ensure continued overpressure in such situations. Electrical and pneumatic
fans shall be EX approved for Zone 1.
 Fans must be shut down and dampers closed automatically if gas is detected in the air intake.
The air inlet for fans should be placed in a safe area (well away from classified hazardous areas; i.e. at
least five meters inside a safe zone), in order to ensure sufficient & fresh air supply to the habitat.
 Other than gas detectors installed at the air intake, gas detectors shall be located within and around the
habitat.
 EX certified lights must be set up inside the habitat. EX certified flashlights (Battery Operated) should be
available in the habitat as a back-up in the event of a loss of power.
 Welding and heat treatment equipment may be placed outside the habitat at a non-hazardous area; i.e.
ideally on barge deck or platform bridges. The other option is to place the welding and heat treatment
equipment inside the same habitat (subject to space availability – in this case larges size of habitat shall
be considered) or at a dedicated habitat nearby the work area.
 If gases are used (Propane, Oxygen/Acetylene, Argon, others), the gas bottles must be placed outside the
habitat at safe location. During work breaks or when task is completed, all hoses and torches shall be
removed from the habitat.
 Gas equipment, including hoses, shall be tested for leaks or defects.
 Areas of the Habitat enclosure that are subjected to hot slugs, sparks, etc from Oxy-Acetylene cutting,
grinding, welding, gouging, etc. shall be protected with fire blankets or equivalent that is made from fire-
retardant material.
Habitat to be inspected prior to use
Positive Pressure Requirements and Assurance
 Positive pressure accepted range will be as per clause 7.1.5.
 If overpressure within the habitat dropped to 15 Pascal for 10 Seconds or more, this shall only trigger the
audible and visible alarm in order to immediately check the cause and rectify it by the habitat guard. If
something wrong, then the habitat emergency shutdown can be used for tripping the tools and
equipment inside.
 Two manometers are required to be installed inside the habitat. They are to be placed away from the air
inlet and outlet and to be placed reasonably. away from each other. Ideally, the recommended practice is
to use one manometer in addition to differential pressure gauge that senses the pressure difference
between inside and outside. The differential pressure gauge shall be electronically linked to the air inlet
controller for triggering audible and visible alarm in case of pressure dropping below certain set point (as
per the habitat’s supplier recommendations).
 Pressure gauges used shall be robust and calibrated every 6 months. Calibration and test certificates must
be made available on site for verification. Gauges with expired certificate shall not be used.
 Air Quality Assurance
 The air exchange rate inside the habitat shall be maintained above 20 cycles per hour in compliance with
Factories and Machineries Act (Safety, Health and Welfare) Regulation 1970, under Regulation 25 -
Ventilation.
 During hot and humid weather, the air may be supplied from Air Conditioning unit/s located at safe and
clean environment; e.g. barge deck.
Gas & Toxic Gas Detection System
 A gas detection system (HC and H2S) with automatic shutdown must be connected to the intake of air
supplied to the habitat enclosure.
 Where no fixed gas detectors are available within the location of the habitat or beyond coverage of the
fixed gas detectors, gas detectors shall be located within and around the habitat. The type, location, and
number should be determined by the task risk assessment before any hot work activity begins.
 Audible alarm is required as part of the whole habitat system that should trigger when flammable or toxic
gas is detected and the habitat automatic shutdown is activated.
Lighting
 EX-Certified lights must be set up inside the habitat to ensure good visibility. Emergency exits are to be
clearly identified and visible.
 EX-Certified flashlights should be available in the habitat as a back-up in the event of a loss of power.
Pre-use Daily/Shift Checks
 As part of confirmation that the Habitat is completed and ready to be used, the habitat installer/supplier
is required to perform function testing on the gas detection automatic shutdown system daily before
work commences. Such function test carried out must be logged for verification.
Documentation & Certification
 Certifications including but not limited to ATEX Directive; habitat materials, calibration and inspection
certificates of all gauges, detectors, measuring devices, tools, and equipment are to be verified by a Third
Party/Independent Certification body.
36. What are the precautions that need to be taken while doing a HOT work activity in a live Wellhead platform?
(Welding activity)
• Valid Hot work Permit should be available.
• Approved FRA and Method Statement will be followed that is attached with the Permit.
• Gas test should be done by an authorized gas tester (AGT).
• Continuous gas monitoring from upwind direction.
• Hot work shall be performed in a suitable habitat with positive pressure, and this shall be maintained using
two inlets and one outlet (2:1 Ratio). Air intake chute will be placed at a place distant from the work location.
A gas detector shall be available at the intake chute to detect any presence of toxic gas.
• Fire Extinguishers and pressurized fire hose shall be standby.
• Fire watchman shall be assigned with radio.
• Ensure there are no flammable in the vicinity of the activity (including flammable liquids or other waste
materials).
• Only qualified welders will be deployed for welding activities.
37. What is maximum radioactive source we can use at site?
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38. What is LIMS? Tell me the different types of Lifts as per LIMS?
LIMS- Lifting Integrity Management System
• Routine Lift:
• Non-Routine SIMPLE:
• Non-Routine COMPLICATED:
• Non-Routine COMPLEX / CRITICAL:

39. What are the lifting categories as per ADNOC Stand ST-19 (HSE-OS-ST19-Lifting & Hoisting Operations)
• Routine Lift:
• Non-Routine SIMPLE:
• Non-Routine COMPLICATED:
• Non-Routine COMPLEX / CRITICAL:
40. Process lines/area is classified as which zone?
Zone-II (Need to confirm)

41. What is restricted area? Tell be about Hazardous Area/Zone Classification?

A hazardous area or restricted Area is a three-dimensional space in which an explosive atmosphere is present due
to gas/vapor or dust, or may be expected to be present, in quantities such as to require special precautions for
the construction, installation and use of equipment. Areas are subdivided into zones based on the likelihood of
occurrence and duration of an explosive atmosphere. All other areas are non-hazardous areas. Hazardous Area
Classification (HAC) is a method of analyzing and classifying the areas of a facility into hazardous areas and non-
hazardous areas and the subdivision of the classified hazardous areas into zones as Zone 0, Zone 1 and Zone 2 if
the explosive atmosphere is likely because of a gas/ vapor; and Zone 20, Zone 21 and Zone 22 if the explosive
atmosphere is likely because of dust. The main purpose of HAC is to facilitate the proper selection of equipment
to be used safely in classified hazardous areas, taking into account the properties of the flammable materials that
will be present.
42. Tell me about your understanding on Hazardous zone classification?

Any area where there is risk of. or Restricted areas are areas where it is necessary to control access.
Zone 0: An area in which an explosive gas atmosphere is present continuously or for long periods; (Explosive
atmosphere for more than 1000h/yr)
Zone 1: An area in which an explosive gas atmosphere is likely to occur in normal operation; (Explosive
atmosphere for more than 10, but less than 1000 h/yr)
Zone 2: An area in which an explosive gas atmosphere is not likely to occur in normal operation and, if it occurs,
will only exist for a short time. (Explosive atmosphere for less than 10h/yr, but still sufficiently likely as to require
controls over ignition sources.)
Zone 20: That part of a hazardous area in which an explosive atmosphere in the form of a cloud of combustible
dust in air is present continuously, or for long periods or frequently
Zone 21: That part of a hazardous area in which an explosive atmosphere in the form of a cloud of combustible
dust in air is likely to occur in normal operation occasionally
Zone 22: That part of a hazardous area in which an explosive atmosphere in the form of a cloud of combustible
dust in air is not likely to occur in normal operation but, if it does occur, will persist for a short period only
43. What about H2S zone classification?

Red Zone: A Red Zone is considered to exist where there is a significant risk of H2S release which could be rapidly
lethal. It is considered the limit at which personnel carrying EEBA will have no time to don the mask before being
overcome. This duration usually comprises of a 45 second time to don the mask together with a 30 seconds alert
period.
Amber Zone: An Amber Zone is considered to exist outside the Red Zone where there is a risk of H2S release
which could be lethal. In this zone, personnel carrying emergency escape masks will have time to don the mask
before being overcome.
Yellow Zone: A Yellow Zone is considered to exist outside Amber Zone if there is a possibility of H2S release
which could be lethal if present for prolonged period.
Green Zone: A green Zone is considered to exist outside the yellow zone.

44. What kind of life jackets are using in offshore?

SOLAS Approved Auto Inflated Life jackets for Over Board activities & Manually inflatable Life jackets for
Helicopter travel.

45. What should be the Life Raft capacity of a vessel?

46. What is the percentage of life jackets we have to maintain on board?

47. Any experience related to HSE Studies?

48. What is PHA? What are the Studies come under PHA? When will do the PHA Study? Who will do the HSE Studies?
When will do HSEIA? What is the purpose of conducting HSEIA? When will do SIMOPS Study? Based on which
documents will conduct SIMOPS? When will we do PHSER Review? How many PHSER review will do during EPC?
How many PHSER Review are there in Total?

49. What are the legal requirements we have to follow in Abu Dhabi?
Abu Dhabi Legal Requirements
 Abu Dhabi Emirate Law No.8, year 1978, Conservation of Petroleum Resources.
 UAE Federal Law No. 8, year 1980, "Labour and Social Affairs", Part V, "Industrial Safety, Prevention Measures, Health and
Social Care for Workers".
 Ministerial Order No. 32, year 1982, "Protect employees against occupational hazards, General Duties of Employer General
Duties of Employee".
 Ministerial Decision No. (587) of 2009 and (26) of 2009 regarding Working Hours in the Sun.
 UAE Federal Law No. 24, year 1999, "Protection and Development of the Environment".
 Executive Order of the Federal Law No. 24, year 1999 on Protection and Development of the Environment for the UAE.
 Federal Law No.1 of 2002 - Organization and Monitoring the Use of Radiation and Protection.
 The Water Quality Regulations, 2000.
 Authority based on The Executive Act of Federal Law No 24, year 1999, "Protection and Development of the Environment".
 Council of Ministers Decree No. 37 of 2001 (The Environmental Impact Assessment of Projects, Handling of Hazardous
Substances, Hazard wastes and Medical Wastes, the protection of Marine Environment, Agricultural Pesticides and Fertilizers
and protection of air Pollution
 Abu Dhabi Law #21 on waste management (2005)
 Federal Law No. (11) of 2006, regarding the amendment of some provisions of the Federal Law No. 24 of 1999, concerning
the Environment Protection and Development.
 UAE Fire and Life Safety Code of Practice (2011 edition).

50. What are the legal requirements for waste management in Abu Dhabi?
Abu Dhabi Law #21 on Waste Management (2005).
Center of Waste Management Requirements/TADWEER Requirements.

51. Have you ever prepared annual waste reduction report?

Ref. Document: Tadweer Waste Reduction Guidelines
As in every business, your business bottom line is your top priority, but the waste your company
generates can cut into your profit margin, as well as having impact on the environment. The
Tadweer has applied the second phase of tariff system on 16th March 2013, therefore, all entities
generating more than 250 ton of waste per year are required to provide:
 Waste Reduction Action Plan
 Contract with CWM approved ESPs
 Manifestation system.
Evaluation will be conducted on above these three main categories.
52. Do you know about Bolisaty?
“BOLISATY” system considered as one of the unique smart systems in the region which contribute to build an
integrated waste database in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, including waste producers, environmental service
providers as well as the treatment facilities and the final waste disposal sites
53. Do you know what are the current COVID-19 Protocols in Abu Dhabi?
 No test to fly to Abu Dhabi if you’re fully vaccinated
 Vaccinated travellers must receive a negative PCR test result every 30 days to maintain ‘Green’ status.
 Face masks are only required to be worn in the following places:
 Hospitals and medical facilities
 Places of worship
 Public transport
Guidelines for Covid-19 confirmed cases:
54. What are the main changes in ISO 45001 comparing to OSHAS 18001?
4. Context of the Organization; 4.1 Understanding the organization and its context.
4.2 Understanding the needs and expectations of workers and other interested parties.
6.1 Actions to address risk and opportunities.
6.1.2.3 Assessment of OH&S opportunities and other opportunities.
 ISO 45001?

ISO 45001 is the new ISO standard for occupational health and safety. It is set to drastically improve levels of
workplace safety and productivity. With an emphasis on management commitment, worker involvement, and risk
control, ISO 45001 aims to prevent work-related injuries, illnesses, and fatalities by specifying requirements for
an occupational health and safety management system.

This new standard, which will replace OHSAS 18001, follows the approach of other management systems such as
ISO 14001 and ISO 90001. While ISO 45001 draws on certain aspects of OHSAS 18001, it is a new and distinct
standard, not a revision or update, and is due to be phased out to organizations gradually over the next three
years. Businesses will need to ensure their current thinking and worksite safety practices are in order to maintain
organizational compliance.

OHSAS 18001?

OHSAS 18001 focuses on controlling hazards. It provides a framework for the effective management of
occupational health and safety including all aspects of risk management and legal compliance. It addresses
occupational health and safety rather than any specific product safety matters.

What are the key differences between OHSAS 18001 and ISO 45001?

The main difference between the two standards is ISO 45001 takes a proactive approach that requires hazard
risks to be evaluated and remedied before they cause accidents and injuries, while OHSAS 18001 takes a reactive
approach that focuses solely on risks and not solutions.

55. How many clauses are there in ISO Standard?

10 Clauses

56. Which clauses are auditable? Or how many clauses are auditable?
Clauses (from 4 to 10)
1. Scope, 2. Narrative Information, 3. Terms & Definitions,
4. Contest of the Organization, 5. Leadership, 6. Planning, 7. Support, 8. Operation, 9. Performance Evaluation,
10. Improvement

57. What is the difference between Major CAR and Minor CAR?
Non-Compliance to Legal Requirements – Major CAR
Noncompliance against requirements/No action on previous findings/Repeated findings – Minor CAR

58. What does PDCA Check means?

Plan DO Check Act.

59. What is your experience in HSE Management System?

HSEMS is systematic approach to managing safety including the necessary organizational structures,
accountabilities, policies, and procedure.

60. What is the hierarchy of HSE Management System?

61. What are the documented evidence we have to keep as part of HSE Management System?
HSE Policy, HSE Manual, HSE MS System Procedures, Safe Operational/Working Procedures, updated list of
HSEMS Docx.

62. How often you are reviewing HSE Management System?

Yearly in general, if there is any management of change, after an incident if changes required, if there is any
suggestion/recommendation after management review meeting.
63. What are the elements of HSE management system? How many elements are there?
8 Elements
1. Leadership and commitment, 2. Policies, 3. Organization, Resources, and Competency, 4. Risk Evaluations and
Management, 5. Planning, Standards, and Procedure, 6. Implementation & Monitoring, 7. Audits, 8. Management
Review.

64. Have you prepared HSE Documents for Tender?

65. How will you set HSE Objectives for a Project?

It is essential for an Organization to develop HSE objectives and targets for a Project, which align with and
support the Company’s Corporate Objectives and Targets. In selecting the appropriate Project objectives and
targets, as a minimum, consider the following:

1. The facilities HSE risks including past performance

2. Technological options
3. Financial, operational and business requirements
4. Legal and other requirements
5. Views of interested parties (Client requirement)
6. Audit results
7. Association Objectives and Targets
Objectives and targets should be realistic, measurable and achievable. The number of objectives and targets will
vary depending on the above listed criteria. Having too many objectives and targets can result in a loss of focus
and therefore it is recommended that each facility focus on no more than 2-4 annually. This does not mean that
we will not improve in areas outside of our defined objectives and targets; in fact, improvements in one area
often result in improvements in other areas. It also does not suggest that because we do not have HSE objectives
and targets for all HSE risks that we will not take steps to manage and minimize the HSE impacts of all of our
activities.

66. HSE Philosophy?

Define the basis for a project to ensure a safe, risk-based approach to design is achieved, thus minimizing the
possibility of injury to personnel and public from the consequences of an accidental event. Provide guidance in
selection of equipment and design.

67. How is the transfer of materials done?

The transfer of materials is done using the cranes available in the port side and starboard side of the barge.

68. Personnel Transfer?

 Barge to crew boat. (Man Basket, Billy Pugh, ESVAG, Frog marine capsule)
 Crew boat to wellhead tower (boat landing area to well head tower)

69. Different types of Drills in Barge?

 Fire Drill
 Marine Medical Emergency
 Oil Spill/ Loss of Containment
 Adverse weather condition
 Covid-19 Emergency in accommodation Barges
 Man overboard
 Marine reptile and Mammal Incident
 Abandon Ship
 Vessel collision/Grounding
 Flooding of vessel
 Diving Incident
 General Evacuation/Muster Drill
 H2S Release
CONTRACTOR shall ensure the barge helideck is approved by Abu Dhabi Aviation to perform a minimum of HEMS
(Helicopter Emergency Medical Services) for the purpose of MEDEVAC.

SMART Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Discover the Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) crucial for Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE)
management! 🚀

KPIs are indispensable tools for assessing an organization's commitment to maintaining a safe and
sustainable workplace. Here are some vital KPIs you should know:

1. Incident Rate: Tracks workplace incidents, accidents, injuries, or illnesses per hours worked,
providing insights into safety performance.

2. Lost Time Injury Frequency Rate (LTIFR): Measures lost time injuries per million hours worked,
highlighting the severity of workplace accidents.

3. Total Recordable Incident Rate (TRIR): Evaluates work-related incidents, including injuries, illnesses,
and near misses, per hours worked, offering a comprehensive safety performance overview.

4. Safety Compliance Rate: Reflects the percentage of employees adhering to safety policies and
regulations, showcasing the effectiveness of safety training programs.

5. Near Miss Reporting Rate: Monitors near misses reported versus observed, crucial for identifying
potential hazards and preventing future incidents.

6. Safety Training Completion Rate: Measures the percentage of employees completing mandatory
safety training, ensuring workforce readiness in hazard recognition and mitigation.

7. Emergency Response Time: Assesses the speed of emergency response teams, indicating
preparedness and crisis management effectiveness.

8. Environmental Compliance Rate: Tracks adherence to environmental regulations, including waste

management and pollution control, vital for sustainability efforts.

9. Environmental Impact Reduction: Measures reductions in energy consumption, water usage, and
waste generation, showcasing commitment to environmental sustainability.

10. Audit Findings Closure Rate: Evaluates the rate of implementing corrective actions from HSE
audits, ensuring prompt resolution of identified issues.

These KPIs form a robust framework for enhancing health, safety, and environmental performance,
fostering a safer and more sustainable workplace. Let's prioritize safety and sustainability together!