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908 Offshore Oil and Gas Safety I
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Introduction

This is the first of a two-part introduction to offshore safety programs and best practices. Offshore oil and gas operations include all activities involved in the extraction of crude oil and natural gas from reservoirs found beneath the seafloor.

This course was developed as a source of information and practical training tool for offshore rig safety personnel, operator/contractor employees, supervisors, and managers who need to be familiar with offshore rig safety.

Course Objectives

At the end of this course, you should be able to:
ID Objective
TO 1.0 Achieve a minimum score of 70% on the final course assessment.
LO 1.1.1 Describe the primary regulatory function of the USCG, BSEE, and BOEM for offshore oil and gas operations.
LO 1.1.2 Discuss the main purpose of the Mechanical Integrity Program and how it ensures the safe operation of offshore platform equipment.
LO 1.2.1 Identify the topic that should be covered during preliminary on-site orientations.
LO 1.3.1 Discuss the various types of personal protective equipment used offshore.
LO 1.4.1 Describe fall protection systems and best practices for offshore platform operations.
LO 1.5.1 Explain SEMS emergency response criteria, equipment and procedures.
LO 1.6.1 Discuss fire prevention program requirements and procedures.
LO 1.7.1 Describe medical services and support programs and procedures.

Key: Terminal Objective (TO), Learning Objective (LO)