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Mobile Installation
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Mobile Installation
Detailed guidance on the definition of ‘installation’ is set out in guidance to MAR, regulation 3; this includes guidance on when a mobile installation becomes, or ceases to be, an installation. Source: Prevention of Fire and Explosion, and Emergency Response on Offshore Installations, Offshore Installations (Prevention of Fire and Explosion, and Emergency Response) Regulations 1995, Approved Code of Practice and guidance (UK HSE L65), Second Edition, 1997. Regulatory GuidanceMobile Installation
“Mobile installation” means an installation (other than a floating production platform) which can be moved from place to place without major dismantling or modification, whether or not it has its own motive power. Source: The Offshore Installations (Prevention of Fire and Explosion, and Emergency Response) Regulations 1995, S.I. 1995/743, 1995. Regulations Source: Nova Scotia Offshore Certificate of Fitness Regulations, SOR/95-187, Canada, current to May 31, 2012. RegulationsMobile Installation
For S.I. 1995/738, in regulation 2(1) (interpretation) omit the definition of “mobile installation". Source: The Offshore Installations (Safety Case) Regulations 2005, UK S.I. 2005/3117, 2005. RegulationsMobile Installation
For S.I. 1995/743, in regulation 2(1) (interpretation) omit the definition of “mobile installation”. Source: The Offshore Installations (Safety Case) Regulations 2005, UK S.I. 2005/3117, 2005. RegulationsMobile Installation
For S.I. 1996/913, in regulation 2(1) (interpretation) in the definition of “mobile installation” omit the words “(other than a floating production platform)”. Source: The Offshore Installations (Safety Case) Regulations 2005, UK S.I. 2005/3117, 2005. RegulationsConcession Owner
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Concession Owner
The new definition of ‘concession owner’ replaces and simplifies that formerly contained in MWA, but is otherwise similar in meaning to the previous definition. The concession owner is the person who appoints the operator (see paragraph 11). Where no operator is appointed, the concession owner becomes the operator and takes on the responsibilities of the duty holder under these Regulations. The concession owner has a duty of co-operation under regulation 8 in any case. Source: A Guide to the Offshore Installations and Pipelines Works (Management and Administration) Regulations 1995, Guidance on Regulations (UK HSE L70), Second Edition, 2002. Regulatory GuidanceConcession Owner
Detailed guidance on the definition of ‘concession owner’ is set out in guidance to MAR, regulation 2. Source: Prevention of Fire and Explosion, and Emergency Response on Offshore Installations, Offshore Installations (Prevention of Fire and Explosion, and Emergency Response) Regulations 1995, Approved Code of Practice and guidance (UK HSE L65), Second Edition, 1997. Regulatory GuidanceConcession Owner
“Concession owner” in relation to an offshore installation means the person who at any time has the right to exploit or explore mineral resources in any area, or to store gas in any area and to recover gas so stored if, at that time, the installation is, or is to be, used in the exercise of that right. Source: The Offshore Installations and Pipeline Works (Management and Administration) Regulations 1995, UK S.I. 1995/738, 1995. RegulationsConcession Owner
In regulation 2 (interpretation) of the Offshore Installations (Safety Case) Regulations 1992 (Note: S.I. 1992/2885.) (“the 1992 Regulations”) in paragraph (1) (definitions) for the definition of “concession owner” there shall be substituted the following definition: ““concession owner” in relation to an installation has the same meaning as in regulation 2(1) of the 1995 Regulations”. Source: The Offshore Installations and Pipeline Works (Management and Administration) Regulations 1995, UK S.I. 1995/738, 1995. RegulationsThe 1995 Regulations
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The 1995 Regulations
The abbreviation MAR is generally used for these Regulations in the text of this publication. Source: Prevention of Fire and Explosion, and Emergency Response on Offshore Installations, Offshore Installations (Prevention of Fire and Explosion, and Emergency Response) Regulations 1995, Approved Code of Practice and guidance (UK HSE L65), Second Edition, 1997. Regulatory GuidanceThe 1995 Regulations
For the Mineral Workings (Offshore Installations) Act 1971, in Section 12(1), before the definition of “controlled waters” there shall be inserted the following definition: ““the 1995 Regulations” means the Offshore Installations and Pipeline Works (Management and Administration) Regulations 1995”. Source: The Offshore Installations and Pipeline Works (Management and Administration) Regulations 1995, UK S.I. 1995/738, 1995. RegulationsThe 1995 Regulations
In regulation 2 (interpretation) of the Offshore Installations (Safety Representatives and Safety Committees) Regulations 1989 (Note: S.I. 1989/971; amended by S.I. 1992/2885.) (“the 1989 Regulations”): after the definition of “the 1974 Act” there shall be inserted the following definition: ““the 1995 Regulations” means the Offshore Installations and Pipeline Works (Management and Administration) Regulations 1995”. Source: The Offshore Installations and Pipeline Works (Management and Administration) Regulations 1995, UK S.I. 1995/738, 1995. RegulationsThe 1995 Regulations
In regulation 2 (interpretation) of the Offshore Installations (Emergency Pipe-line Valve) Regulations 1989 (Note: S.I. 1989/1029.) before the definition of “associated installation” there shall be inserted the following definition: ““the 1995 Regulations” means the Offshore Installations and Pipeline Works (Management and Administration) Regulations 1995”. Source: The Offshore Installations and Pipeline Works (Management and Administration) Regulations 1995, UK S.I. 1995/738, 1995. RegulationsThe 1995 Regulations
In regulation 2 (interpretation) of the Offshore Installations and Pipeline Works (First-Aid) Regulations 1989 (Note: S.I. 1989/1671.) after the definition of “the 1989 Order” there shall be inserted the following definition: ““the 1995 Regulations” means the Offshore Installations and Pipeline Works (Management and Administration) Regulations 1995”. Source: The Offshore Installations and Pipeline Works (Management and Administration) Regulations 1995, UK S.I. 1995/738, 1995. RegulationsThe 1995 Regulations
“The 1995 Regulations” means the Offshore Installations and Pipeline Works (Management and Administration) Regulations 1995. Note: S.I. 1995/738. Source: The Offshore Installations (Prevention of Fire and Explosion, and Emergency Response) Regulations 1995, S.I. 1995/743, 1995. RegulationsPeriodically
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Periodically
"Periodically" means at least monthly. Source: State of Wyoming Occupational Safety and Health Rules and Regulations for Oil and Gas Well Drilling, Revised January 8, 2013. RegulationsConfined Or Enclosed Space
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Confined Or Enclosed Space
For purposes of this paragraph, "confined or enclosed space" means any space having a limited means of egress, which is subject to the accumulation of toxic or flammable contaminants or has an oxygen deficient atmosphere. Confined or enclosed spaces include, but are not limited to, storage tanks, process vessels, bins, boilers, ventilation or exhaust ducts, sewers, underground utility vaults, tunnels, pipelines, and open top spaces more than four (4) feet in depth such as pits, tubs, vaults, and vessels. Source: State of Wyoming Occupational Safety and Health Rules and Regulations for Oil and Gas Well Drilling, Revised January 8, 2013. RegulationsHydrogen Sulfide Gas (H2S) High Hazard Area
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Hydrogen Sulfide Gas (H2S) High Hazard Area
High hazard area - any operation expected to bring free H2S gas to the surface; i.e., DST, production testing, etc. Source: State of Wyoming Occupational Safety and Health Rules and Regulations for Oil and Gas Well Drilling, Revised January 8, 2013. RegulationsHydrogen Sulfide Gas (H2S) Medium Hazard Area
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Hydrogen Sulfide Gas (H2S) Medium Hazard Area
Medium hazard area - any well which will penetrate a formation containing H2S not defined in subsections a. and b. of this section. Source: State of Wyoming Occupational Safety and Health Rules and Regulations for Oil and Gas Well Drilling, Revised January 8, 2013. RegulationsHydrogen Sulfide Gas (H2S) Low Hazard Area
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Hydrogen Sulfide Gas (H2S) Low Hazard Area
Low hazard area - any well which will penetrate a formation containing H2S with a known .35 psi/ft B.H. pressure gradient or less and/or in which the H2S zone-has been effectively sealed off by casing/ cementing and/or cementing method. Source: State of Wyoming Occupational Safety and Health Rules and Regulations for Oil and Gas Well Drilling, Revised January 8, 2013. RegulationsHydrogen Sulfide Gas (H2S) No Hazard Area
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Hydrogen Sulfide Gas (H2S) No Hazard Area
No hazard area - any well which will not penetrate a known H2S horizon. Source: State of Wyoming Occupational Safety and Health Rules and Regulations for Oil and Gas Well Drilling, Revised January 8, 2013. RegulationsVariance
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Variance
"Variance" means exception to promulgated standards, rules and regulations. As stated in the Act, 27-11-111 - Variances; "Any person affected by this Act may request a variance to any standard, rule or regulation promulgated under this Act". Source: State of Wyoming Occupational Safety and Health Rules and Regulations for Oil and Gas Well Drilling, Revised January 8, 2013. RegulationsTong/Snubline
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Tong/Snubline
"Tong/snubline" means a chain, wire or fiber rope, secured to a pipe tong handle which serves to impart a pulling power on the tong handle for the final tightening or torquing up of a threaded joint of pipe used in a well. Source: State of Wyoming Occupational Safety and Health Rules and Regulations for Oil and Gas Well Drilling, Revised January 8, 2013. RegulationsSuitable Anchor
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Suitable Anchor
“Suitable anchor” means that it is capable of supporting at least 5,000 pounds per employee attached or shall be designed, install ed, and used as follows:- as part of a complete personal fall arrest system which maintains a safety factor of at least two (2);
- under the supervision of a qualified person.
Power Transmission
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Power Transmission
"Power Transmission" means equipment such as shafting, gears, belts, pulleys or other parts used for transmitting power to the machine, and shall include prime movers. Source: State of Wyoming Occupational Safety and Health Rules and Regulations for Oil and Gas Well Drilling, Revised January 8, 2013. RegulationsPlace Of Employment
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Place Of Employment
"Place of Employment" means plant, premises, or any other place where directed by the employer or about which an employee is permitted to work. Source: State of Wyoming Occupational Safety and Health Rules and Regulations for Oil and Gas Well Drilling, Revised January 8, 2013. RegulationsNational Consensus Standard
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National Consensus Standard
"National Consensus Standard" means any standard or modification thereof which:- Has been adopted and promulgated by a nationally recognized standards-producing organization under procedures whereby it can by determined by the Secretary of Labor or by the Assistant Secretary of Labor that persons interested and affected by the scope or provisions of the standard have reached substantial agreement on its adoption;
- Was formulated in a manner which afforded an opportunity for diverse views to be considered;
- Has been designated as such a standard by the Secretary or the Assistant Secretary after consultation with other appropriate Federal Agencies.
Moving Parts
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Moving Parts
"Moving Parts" means gears, sprockets, revolving shafts, clutches, belts, pulleys, or other revolving or reciprocating parts that are attached to, or form an integral part of, a machine. Source: State of Wyoming Occupational Safety and Health Rules and Regulations for Oil and Gas Well Drilling, Revised January 8, 2013. RegulationsLower Explosive Limit (LEL) Monitor
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Lower Explosive Limit (LEL) Monitor
“Lower Explosive Limit (LEL) Monitor” means an instrument that measures the LEL of flammable gases. Source: State of Wyoming Occupational Safety and Health Rules and Regulations for Oil and Gas Well Drilling, Revised January 8, 2013. RegulationsLower Explosive Limit (LEL)
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Lower Explosive Limit (LEL)
“Lower Explosive Limit “ (LEL) means the lower limit of flammability of gas or vapor at ordinary ambient temperatures expressed by a percentage of gas or vapor in air by volume. This limit is assumed constant for temperatures up to 250°F (120°C) above this, it should be decreased by a factor of 0.7, because explosibility increases with higher temperatures. Source: State of Wyoming Occupational Safety and Health Rules and Regulations for Oil and Gas Well Drilling, Revised January 8, 2013. RegulationsHospitalization
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Hospitalization
"Hospitalization" means admitted to the hospital for treatment for a period of twenty-four (24) hours or more. Source: State of Wyoming Occupational Safety and Health Rules and Regulations for Oil and Gas Well Drilling, Revised January 8, 2013. RegulationsEstablished Federal Standard
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Established Federal Standard
"Established Federal Standard" means any operative standard established by Public Law 91-596, the Williams-Steiger Act, which applies to all business, including the Oil and Gas Well Drilling Industry, in effect on or before date of promulgation of these rules and regulations. Source: State of Wyoming Occupational Safety and Health Rules and Regulations for Oil and Gas Well Drilling, Revised January 8, 2013. RegulationsEmployment
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Employment
"Employment" means all services for pay under a contract of hire. Source: State of Wyoming Occupational Safety and Health Rules and Regulations for Oil and Gas Well Drilling, Revised January 8, 2013. RegulationsDrilling Or Drilling Operations
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Drilling Or Drilling Operations
"Drilling" (or "Drilling Operations") means any and all physical and mechanical aspects, including assembly and disassembly of all equipment customarily used in piercing or boring a well, as hereafter defined. Source: State of Wyoming Occupational Safety and Health Rules and Regulations for Oil and Gas Well Drilling, Revised January 8, 2013. RegulationsSub-Contractor
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Sub-Contractor
"Sub-Contractor" means any person and/or employer (see definition of “person” and/or “employer”) who contracts to perform any part of oil and gas well drilling from contractor. Source: State of Wyoming Occupational Safety and Health Rules and Regulations for Oil and Gas Well Drilling, Revised January 8, 2013. RegulationsCBMNG
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CBMNG
“CBMNG” Means Coal Bed Methane Natural Gas. "Combustible liquid" means any liquid having a flashpoint at or above 100°F. (37.8°C.). (See definition of "Flashpoint") Combustible liquids shall be divided into two classes as follows: (A) "Class II liquids" shall include those with flashpoints at or above 100°F. (37.8°C.) and below 140°F. (60°C.) except any mixture having components with flash points of 200°F. (93.3°C.) or higher, the volume of which make up ninety-nine (99) percent or more of the total volume of the mixture. Example: Stoddard Solvent; No.2 Fuel Oil. (B) "Class III liquids" shall include those with flashpoints at or above 140°F. (60°C.). Class III liquids are subdivided into two sub-classes:- "Class IIIA liquids" shall include those with flashpoints at or above 140°F. (60°C.) and below 200°F. (93.3°C.), except any mixture having components with flashpoints of 200°F. (93.3°C.), or higher, the total volume of which make up ninety-nine (99) percent or more of the total volume of the mixture. Example: Fuel Oil No. 6.
- "Class IIIB liquids" shall include those with flashpoints at or above 200°F. (93.3°C.). Example: Ethylene Glycol.
100 PPM Radius
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100 PPM Radius
The 100 parts per million radius of exposure as calculated in §3.36(c)(1) - (3) of this title (relating to oil, gas, or geothermal resource operation in hydrogen sulfide areas) for the sour gas pipeline facility. Source: Oil and Gas Division, Texas Administrative Code, Title 16, Chapter 3, February 2013. RegulationsTract Of Production
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Tract Of Production
The surface area which overlies the area encompassed by a mineral lease or unit from which oil, gas, or other minerals are produced if such area is treated by the Oil and Gas Division of the commission as a single tract. Source: Oil and Gas Division, Texas Administrative Code, Title 16, Chapter 3, February 2013. RegulationsSour Gas Pipeline Facility
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Sour Gas Pipeline Facility
A pipeline and ancillary equipment that:- contains a concentration of 100 parts per million or more of hydrogen sulfide;
- is located outside the tract of production; and
- is subject to the requirements of §3.36 of this title.1
Preliminary Contingency Plan
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Preliminary Contingency Plan
A contingency plan containing all of the elements required for a contingency plan under §3.36 of this title (relating to oil, gas, or geothermal resource operation in hydrogen sulfide areas), except that: (A) the plan need not contain the list of names and telephone numbers of residents within the area of influence if required under §3.36(c)(9)(I) of this section. In lieu of this list of names and telephone numbers, the plan shall contain a detailed explanation of the manner in which the names and telephone numbers of residents within the area of influence will be compiled prior to commencement of operations; (B) the plat detailing the area of influence may be:- the detailed plat required under §3.36(c)(9)(H);
- a plat containing the information required under §3.36(c)(9)(H), that identifies residential, business, and industrial areas with an estimate of the number of people that may be within any such areas; or
- one or more aerial photographs covering the area and providing the information required under §3.36(c)(9)(H); and