4.1.1.1

A) Is the operator fully aware of what he or she is expected to do at all times?

B) Are operators given reasons for what they are expected to do under all circumstances?

The operator should be fully notified about targets, priorities and consequences of failure. Criteria for taking over manual control from automatic equipment should be clear and unambiguous. A job assignment criteria checklist should be developed to help assign the tasks to a particular job. In addition, the operator should be given reasons for what s/he is expected to do, as operators are less likely to engage in alternate behaviours if they are well aware of the cause of a required behaviour.

Comments/Recommendations

ISO 11064-1, 7.4, 7.5; HFAM (NPD 2003)
DC: Is there a system for safety job analysis, pre-job meetings and information meetings at departure to drilling location? Are the drillers involved in preparing and checking the procedures?