1.6 Social Needs

Are the social needs of the operator considered?

Such as a social corner/pantry/meeting table and a lockable space within or nearby the control room for personal effects A social corner provides change and rest for the operators. Note, however, that a social corner may also cause people to gather and may divert the operators' attention. The social area should be sheltered from visitors.

Comments/Recommendations

ISO 11064-1, 9.2ISO 11064-3, 4.3.5
DC: There should be coffee and rest facilities in the vicinity of (not within) the driller's cabin to facilitate rest and coffee breaks. Also, drillers should be provided with a locker for personal effects, not necessarily in the DC.