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Lessons Learned Communication

There is no task so urgent or so important that warrants risking our most valued asset-people.

What Happened? Sub-Contractor Significant Incident

During pre-rig move operations, the rig move sub- (SI) - Fatality
contractor’s driver (prior to loading a pipe basket onto Block 9
an oilfield truck), in accordance with the banksman’s st
instructions, began reversing the truck. The driver 1 November 2022
followed the signal from the banksman to continue
reversing, by checking both the driver’s side mirror and
the passenger side mirror.

At the point the driver could no longer see the

banksman, he immediately stopped the truck, applied
the hand brake, and exited the truck to check the rear
area.

The driver found the banksman was caught between

the rear of the truck and the tool basket skid and
unfortunately, the banksman sustained fatal injuries.
What Caused This?
Failure to follow and communicate task JSA and
Procedure:
• The banksman was standing in the line of fire
(between the truck and the basket).
• Truck driver failed to follow the policy of parking
1.5m away from the load.
• Tire chocks were not placed as per reversing
policy, to park and review safe distance, consisting
of load or object to be 1.5 m away from the rear of
the truck.
• Banksman’s failure to communicate to the truck
driver to STOP when coming close to the load. Position of Banksman at the time of incident
• Banksman and the driver were working alone
without additional supervision.

What Can I Do?

• “No Banksman – No Move” Policy shall be adhered •
to at all times.
• Perform 360degree prior vehicle / equipment move.
• “Engineer out” the lack of sight between driver and •
banksman by introducing technology, i.e.,
dashboard cameras and sensors that could alert •
the driver about hazards while backing up.
Apply all procedures where specific tasks
require this process to be adhered to where
and when required (JSAs, PJSM, TBTs).
Perform JSA awareness for all workers with
special emphasis on effective communication.
Ensure providing adequate level of
supervision for all tasks.

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