RedVector RV-10102

OSHA Safety: Drilling

OSHA Safety: Drilling

4 hrs. Online Course

Level: Fundamental

Item#: RV-10102

SME: David Chitester

This course has been discontinued.

 
 

The oil and gas industry employs hundreds of thousands of people and is a vital component of the national economy.  Worker safety and health are important to this industry and it is essential to be aware of potential hazards present in the workplace.  This 4-hour interactive online course discusses OSHA standards and directives that dictate OSHA safety procedures for oil and gas well drilling.  This course also identifies common hazards and possible solutions to reduce incidents that could lead to injuries or fatalities.

Course Objectives
At the conclusion of this course, you will be able to:
  • Discuss the procedure for safely placing and assembling the various parts of equipment that make up the rig, and preparing the rig for drilling.
  • Describe the process of actually drilling the well and the equipment and drilling fluids utilized for the task.
  • Discuss the potential hazards and possible solutions of casing operation procedures.
  • List the types of equipment that need regular maintenance and the procedures to ensure safety maintenance compliance.
  • Define the two basic components of well control and how to prevent blowouts.
  • Explain the general safety and health procedures related to the oil and gas well drilling industry including crane, derrick, and hoist safety, fire safety, PPE, and chemical safety, etc.
SUBJECT MATTER EXPERT: David Chitester
David Chitester Photo
David Chitester is a licensed P.E. in Michigan and Florida has over 35 years of experience. He graduated with a B.S. in Civil Engineering from the University of Pittsburgh in 1974. He also has an M.B.A that he received from Northern Michigan University in 1978. 
 
David Chitester began his career with Bechtel Power and Blount Brothers where he gained field construction experience on projects ranging from $150 million to $500 million. For more than 30 years, he has provided services essential to a balanced mix of public and private sector clients. Mr. Chitester's expertise has been applied to multi-million dollar hotels and resorts, industrial process plants, power generating facilities, office and commercial buildings. He is a licensed Professional Engineer and his background includes a number of years on active construction sites.

David Chitester is a professional trainer and founder of RedVector.com Inc. and Chitester Management Systems. He has authored numerous online courses and taught live classes on ethics, laws and rules, building codes and the ADA. His courses have been approved by numerous state boards and private organizations including the: AIA, USGBC, FBPE, AICP, FCILB, ECLB, Florida Building Commission and many others. 

State Licenses
MD - Land Surveyor (General)
NE - Engineer (General)
Accreditation: Vector Solutions is authorized by IACET to offer 0.40 CEUs for this program
NJ - Engineer (General - 24GP000006300)
NY - Engineer (General)
Accreditation: Vector Solutions is authorized by IACET to offer 0.4 CEU for this program.
PA - Land Surveyor (General)
Professional Organizations
BOMI International - RPA, FMA and/or SMA (General)
Building Operator Certification - BOC - Certification (General)