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PERFORATING AND ENERGETIC SAFETY SESSION IV:

2019 Revision of the PSAC/ESC Oilwell Perforators Safety Course

2019-NAPS-4.1

AUTHORS: Steve Wierenga – That Wireline Guy

• n behalf of Energy Safety Canada

DALLAS - FORT WORTH. AUGUST 5-6, 2019.

2019 Revision of the PSAC/ESC Oilwell Perforators Safety Course

PRESENTATION OUTLINE

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• Introduction
• What is the Canadian Interprovincial Oilwell Perforators Permit
• Who are the stakeholders
• Review of the course sections & highlights of changes
• Conclusion
• References & Acknowledgements
• Questions

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THE PROJECT

• In the spring of 2017, it was determined that the ESC/PSAC Oilwell Perforators Safety Course was outdated

and in need of updates in order to bring it into compliance with the changes in current Canadian Oilwell Explosives regulations, industry technology and Best/Recommended Practices.

• The last update was in 2011 and significant changes in Perforating Technology, Explosives Regulations and

Industry Best Practices have occurred since that time.

• A Sub-Committee was formed by the PSAC Perforators Safety Committee and tasked with this undertaking.

This group was made up of volunteer Subject Matter Experts representing PSAC member companies with specific knowledge in various areas of Oilwell Explosive Operations and Regulations. The final sub- committee consisted of four members.

• The first task was for the Sub-Committee to identify, gather and review all relative information and

documentation relating to the Oilwell Explosives industry.

• Several meetings were held for each of the sections and updates made as required based on the reference

documents accepted as relevant by the Sub-Committee.

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THE PROJECT (Continued)

• It was decided to keep the same format of 5 sections with the specific subjects as follows:

1. Introduction to Explosive Safety 2. Oilwell Explosives and Devices 3. Storage & Transportation 4. Safe Perforating Gun Loading Facility Handling Practices 5. Safe Well Site Handling Practices

• A technical writer was supplied to the Sub-Committee to compile and format the new material into a course

manual and PowerPoint complete with instructor notes. A SharePoint site was setup so Sub-Committee members could collaborate and stay current on progress.

• The Interprovincial Harmonization Committee was re-formed and each jurisdiction was provided the material for

review and approval.

• The course content was presented to the PSAC Perforators Safety Committee for review and all member

companies and ESC Course Instructors were provided a copy of the new manual for comment. These comments were reviewed and incorporated into the course material.

• New course material was rolled out in April 2019.

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HISTORY

• Formal training for Oilwell Perforators was initiated in
• 1991. (PITS/Enform/ESC and PSAC)
• Incidents have been reduced significantly since formal

training was utilized.

• A specialized perforating committee was established to

manage and self-regulate the perforating industry. (PSAC Oilwell Perforators Committee)

• The course is now in it’s fourth version, each revision has

gone through a similar process for updates

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What is the Oilwell Perforators Safety Training Course?

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LEARNING OUTCOMES

• Provide workers with a basic knowledge of oilwell explosives safety
• Provide a minimum training standard acceptable to both industry

and government

• Meet requirements to obtain an Interprovincial Oilwell Blasters

Permit

What is the Oilwell Perforators Safety Training Course?

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DESIGNED FOR

• Wireline Perforating and Completions Services (including eCoil services)
• Tubing Conveyed Perforating (TCP) Services (including jointed pipe and mechanical coil services)
• Pipe Recovery Service Tools
• Abandonment Service Tools
• Slickline Explosive Services

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CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be 18 years of age
• Communicate effectively in English (written and oral)
• Six months appropriate experience in the last 36 months
• Physically capable of doing the work
• Pass an approved written exam with a minimum score of

85%

• Confirmation of Federal Authorization to Handle Explosives

from Natural Resources Canada – Explosives Regulatory Division (NRCan-ERD)

• Permit is valid for 5 years – recertification by retaking full

course

Interprovincial Oilwell Blaster Application

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PETROLEUM SERVICES ASSOCIATION OF CANADA (PSAC) - OILWELL PERFORATORS COMMITTEE

• The Canadian national trade association representing the

service, supply and manufacturing sectors within the upstream petroleum industry.

• PSAC is Working Energy and as the voice of this sector, advocates

for its members to enable the continued innovation, technological advancement and in-the-field experience they supply to energy explorers and producers in Canada and internationally, helping to increase efficiency, ensure safety and protect the environment.

• All service companies that are licensed for Oilwell Perforating

Explosives in Canada are members of PSAC, the majority send regular representation to the Oilwell Perforators Committee. Meetings typically held every 2 months or as needed.

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ENERGY SAFETY CANADA

• Training arm of Canadian petroleum industry resulting

from the merger of EnForm and Oil Sands Safety Association (OSSA).

• Began in 1949, as part of University of Alberta
• Non-profit society in Western Canada
• Board of Directors composed of senior industry and

government representatives including the Petroleum Services Association of Canada (PSAC)

• Authorized provider of the Interprovincial Oilwell Blaster

course and issues the permits. Also manages the permit in the event that an individual has their permit revoked by a jurisdiction.

Who are the stakeholders?

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BLASTERS INTERPROVINCIAL HARMONIZATION COMMITTEE

• A partnership between the Western Canadian Provinces

and Territories to accept a standardized training curriculum for an Oilwell Blaster’s Explosives Permit that is valid and recognized through each of the jurisdictions.

**It should be noted that as this permit falls under Provincial jurisdictions, the Federal regulator, Natural Resources Canada – Explosives Regulatory Division (NRCan-ERD), did not participate in the development of this course. They did kindly review the content for accuracy as far as Federal Regulations are concerned.

Government of Northwest Territories

Due to Provincial regulations, Saskatchewan recognizes this permit as a level of competency as opposed to a permit

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COURSE LAYOUT

• Course flow is based on the “Protection Pyramid”

concept, working from the bottom towards the top goal of attaining Total Personal Protection.

• Total Personal Protection is attained by the

Application of Knowledge and Skill development in all the stages of the pyramid.

• Course is separated into five chapters:
• 1. Introduction
• 2. Oilwell Explosives and Devices
• 3. Storage & Transportation
• 4. Safe Perforating Gun Loading Facility

Handling Practices

• 5. Safe Well Site Handling Practices

ESC/PSAC Oilwell Perforators Safety Course Contents

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Material Packaging Explosive Storage Assembly Procedures Field Procedures Total Personal Protection Government Acts and Regulations Transportation Explosive Material and Devices Corporate Policies and Procedures

KNOWLEDGE

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CHAPTER OUTCOME

• Define an incident and describe its effects on individuals,

families and communities.

• Describe the components of the Protection Pyramid and

explain how it helps you to build a safe work environment.

• Explain the federal, provincial, municipal and corporate

regulations and policies that pertain to explosives.

Chapter 1 - Introduction

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CHAPTER OBJECTIVES

• Learn about the anatomy of an incident, the regulatory

bodies, regulations and policies that affect blasters, and the purpose of this course.

CHANGES FROM PREVIOUS COURSE CONTENT

• Added references to IME SLP’s 20 and 32 specifically
• Added reference to NRCan-ERD Guideline for Jet

Perforating Gun Assembly Facilities did not exist when previous courses were developed

• Added concept of Process Safety Management (PSM)

Chapter 1 - Introduction

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CHAPTER OBJECTIVES

• Identify the causes of unplanned detonation (SCID)
• Identify the three categories of explosive material
• Identify the main types of explosive devices used in the oilwell

blasting industry

• List and describe the different types of detonators and ignitors
• List and describe the four basic components of perforating guns

Chapter 2 – Oilwell Explosive and Devices

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CHAPTER OUTCOME

• Be able to explain the fundamentals of explosives materials

and explosive devices.

CHANGES FROM PREVIOUS COURSE CONTENT

• Enhanced explanation of Thermally Overexposed Explosives
• Defined and highlighted cause and dangers of HMX phase change at 150°C

(Workplace BC defined temperature)

• Detonators defined as per IME SLP 32 – Recommendations for Safe and Secure

Use, Storage, and Transportation of Commercial Explosives in Oil and Gas Operations (October 2018),

• Electric Detonators
• Bridgewire detonators
• High Energy Detonators
• Deflagration to Detonation Transitions detonators
• Electronic Initiation Detonators
• Non-electric Detonators
• Percussion Initiators
• Ignitors

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Chapter 2 – Oilwell Explosive and Devices

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CHANGES FROM PREVIOUS COURSE CONTENT (Continued)

• Defined Ballistic Interrupts

*currently there is very limited NRCan-ERD approval for use of these devices in Canada

• Added “Hydraulic to Electric Analogy” to ensure candidates without

technical background understand the purpose of Resistorized Detonators.

• Repaired examples of Galvanometer readings for Good, Open and Short

detonator tests.

• Added description of multi-detonator gun system Safety Checkers
• Added more detail of slickline mechanical services initiation methods,

including adding Pulse Control Firing Heads.

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Chapter 2 – Oilwell Explosive and Devices

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CHAPTER OBJECTIVES

• Identify explosives classifications commonly used in oilwell explosive
• perations and provide examples of each
• Describe different types of magazines, and design considerations
• Describe general magazine best practices and storage regulations
• Describe labelling information required on all explosives
• Describe inventory control systems and required documentation for

inspections

• Describe transportation regulations (PSAC Code of Practice) and procedures in

case of emergency or theft/loss

Chapter 3 – Storage and Transportation

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CHAPTER OUTCOME

• Have an understanding of the regulations and best practices

associated with the storage and transportation of explosives used in

• ilwell perforating

CHANGES FROM PREVIOUS COURSE CONTENT

• Added updated Canadian Classifications of Explosives as per Section 36 of

the Federal Explosives Regulations, 2013. (NRCan-ERD)

• Added NRCan-ERD Potential Effects (PE1- PE4) rating system.
• More clarification on Hazard Classification in regard to Transportation of

Dangerous Goods (this course does not qualify as a TDG Certification, additional training by the employer is required)

• Added Compatibility Group as per NRCan-ERD storage and transportation

requirements.

• Defined Net Effective Explosive Quantity (NEEQ) and how it relates to

Explosive Storage allowances, including compatibility requirements.

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Chapter 3 – Storage and Transportation

CHANGES FROM PREVIOUS COURSE CONTENT (Continued)

• Introduced NRCan-ERD Incidents Report for Explosive and Restricted

Components (F07-01)

• Review in detail NRCan-ERD Best Practices – High Explosives Magazine

(P06-01)

• Updated references from NRCan-ERD Storage Standards for Industrial

Explosives (May 2001) to BNQ National Standards of Canada – Explosives– Magazines for Industrial Explosives & Explosives-Quantity Distances (CAN/BNQ 500/510 2015)

• Removed Type 6 magazines (no longer included in Standards and not

licensable) and defined and summarized Types 4, 9 & 12 for use in Oilwell Explosives use.

• Added clarification of NRCan-ERD requirements for overnight parking while

in transit.

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Chapter 3 – Storage and Transportation

CHAPTER OBJECTIVES

• Explain the regulations, basic guidelines and techniques for

the safe handling of explosives in a perforating gun loading facility

• Identify and describe the four types of perforating gun

types

• Describe the recommended standard operating procedures

for gun assembly

• Describe emergency procedures and responses for

premature detonations and shop fires

Chapter 4 – Safe Perforating Gun Loading Facility Handling Practices

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CHAPTER OUTCOME

• Identify the hazards that exist while handling explosives in

a perforating gun loading facility (GLF) and describe the techniques and guidelines that ensure safety in a GLF.

• New content from NRCan-ERD Guidelines for Jet

Perforating Gun Assembly Facilities (April 2017) and updated PSAC Perforating Industry Code of Practice (July 2017)

• Review of what activities are authorized under the NRCan-

ERD Division 1 Factory Licence specific to Oilwell Explosives.

• Greater detail on Electrical Storms and when the Blaster In

Charge should cease and resume operations.

• Reviewed Point of Use Assembly authorized Activities as

per NRCan-ERD definitions.

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Chapter 4 – Safe Perforating Gun Loading Facility Handling Practices

CHANGES FROM PREVIOUS COURSE CONTENT

• Added the four PSAC Perforating Gun Types allowed for

transportation under UN0124 1.1D as per 2005 joint NRCan-ERD/PSAC drop testing.

• Included Multi-Stage gun system Surface Testers in

required equipment.

• Added incident Review of 1994 Alaska loading bay

incident.

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Chapter 4 – Safe Perforating Gun Loading Facility Handling Practices

CHANGES FROM PREVIOUS COURSE CONTENT (Continued)

CHAPTER OBJECTIVES

• Identify the key elements required in a Process Safety Management

methodology when retrieving thermally overexposed explosive devices or misfired explosives

• List pre-departure planning steps
• List regulations that pertain to field operations
• Describes the recommended features and minimum requirements for

surface equipment

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Chapter 5 – Safe Well Site Handling Practices

CHAPTER OUTCOME

• Identify the hazards and describe the steps and procedures that ensure

safety and security when handling explosives at the well site.

CHAPTER OBJECTIVES (Continued)

• List and describe the procedures to establish well site security and safety
• List and describe the procedures to establish Site Preparation and Rig Up
• List and describe the procedures for deploying the explosive device
• List and describe the procedures for retrieving a perforating gun to

surface

• Identify special categories of explosive devices and describe how they

are handled

• Describe the measures required when operating in low light
• Describe the proper use of the blasting log book

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Chapter 5 – Safe Well Site Handling Practices

• Note: Once API RP-67 Revision 3 has been released, this

section will be updated to include references specific to this document on Detonator Groups and the Safety Process for Thermally Overexposed Device Recovery Flow Chart, which are currently redacted in the course manual.

• Added three incident reviews of surface detonations

(referenced Regulator Accident Reports – No reference to companies or individuals – also introduce the Perforators.org Incident & Near Miss Reports database)

• Added section on Process Safety Management
• Updated references to IME SPL 20
• Defined Thermally Overexposed devices and HMX Phase

Change hazards

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CHANGES FROM PREVIOUS COURSE CONTENT

Chapter 5 – Safe Well Site Handling Practices

• Added Gaseous By-Products of Perforating hazards
• Added grounding diagram for easier field reference
• Updated references to arming Multi-Stage Gun Systems

with emphasis on requirement that specific training is required for any system being utilized by the Blaster.

• Included description of Adiabatic Heating during well head

pressure control system testing.

• Added references to Alberta Guidelines for the Safe

Operation of Tubing Conveyed Perforating Systems (developed in partnership with PSAC)

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CHANGES FROM PREVIOUS COURSE CONTENT (Continued)

Chapter 5 – Safe Well Site Handling Practices

• Added Slickline Downhole Pulse Control devices
• Added requirements for Transporting Damaged or Deteriorated

Explosives

• Added night operations lighting requirements and reference to Energy

Safety Canada (EnForm) – Lease Lighting Guidelines

• Clarified section on WorkSafe BC requirements for a Blaster’s Logbook

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CHANGES FROM PREVIOUS COURSE CONTENT (Continued)

Chapter 5 – Safe Well Site Handling Practices

• All excerpts of Provincial Regulations were removed from

the course and manual – It was determined that as these regulations are regularly being reviewed and changed, it was a better practice to just reference the Federal and Provincial agencies responsible for these regulations and provide the names of the Acts for each jurisdiction.

• Although not new to this course version, Energy Safety

Canada requires each candidate to accept the Oilwell Perforators Code of Ethics as a condition of the Interprovincial Oilwell Blaster Permit. This is now a critical component as the Blaster’s are ultimately responsible for being knowledgeable of the specific regulations for any jurisdiction they are operating in.

• Glossary was updated with definitions of any new terms

referenced that were not in previous the version.

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CHANGES FROM PREVIOUS COURSE CONTENT

Appendix and Glossary

CONCLUSION

• Although this process was a much bigger undertaking than originally

planned, two years versus the original 6 months schedule, the Oilwell Perforators Advisory Committee feels that the new version covers all current technology, industry best practices and government regulations while emphasizing the importance to the candidates that continued learning and awareness of local jurisdictional requirements are an absolute necessity of being a Blaster.

• The Inter-Provincial Harmonization Committee has provided Energy

Safety Canada the authority to update the course as per any Regulation changes without a full review process.

• The new course content was rolled out as of April 2019 and candidate

success rate of achieving their Interprovincial Permits has remained steady (+/- 95%)

Conclusion

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Provincial Regulations

• British Columbia – Explosive Regulations Part 21
• Alberta – Explosive Regulations Part 33
• Saskatchewan – Explosive Regulations Part XXVI
• Manitoba – Explosives Regulations Part XXVI
• Yukon – Explosive Regulations Part 14
• NWT/Nunavut - Consolidation of Explosives Act 2012

NR-Can ERD Publication

• Canadian Explosives Act & Regulations 2013
• Guidelines for Jet Perforating Gun Assembly Facilities (August 2017)
• Best Practices – High Explosives Magazine (P06-01)
• Storage Guideline Compatibility of Explosives: Types E, I, P, C, F, R and

S (July 2018)

• Determination of Potential Effects for Explosives (G05-05)
• Guideline for Fire Safety Plan (G06-07)
• Guideline for Key Control (G06-06)
• Guideline for Security Plan (G05-04)
• Guideline for Transporting Detonators with Other Explosives (G09-01)
• Incident Report For Explosives and Restricted Components (F07-01)
• Magazine Licence Application (F06-01)

Bureau De Normalisation Du Quebec (BNQ)

• National Standard - Explosives – Magazines for Industrial Explosives
• National Standard - Explosives – Quantity Distances

References

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Institute of Makers of Explosives

• SLP 20 – Safety Guide for the Prevention of Frequency Radiation

Hazards in Use of Commercial Electric Detonators

• SLP 32 – Recommendations for Safe and Secure Use, Storage, and

Transportation of Commercial Explosives in Oil and Gas Operations Alberta Workplace Health and Safety

• Bulletin – Guidelines for the Safe Operation of Tubing Conveyed

Perforating Systems Industry Recommended Practices

• PSAC – Perforating Industry Code of Practice (July 2017)
• API – Recommended Practice 67 2nd Edition – Recommended Practice

for Oilfield Explosives Safety (May 2007) Industry Publications (HMX Phase Change)

• Journal of the IPF – A Journal For the International Perforating Industry

– June 2016

• Assessment of Risks Associated with Carbon Monoxide Gas During Well

Perforation – Research Triangle Institute – October 2000 Waiting for Publication

• API – Recommended Practice 67 3rd Edition – Recommended Practice

for Oilfield Explosives Safety

• IRP 13 – Wireline Operations

CONTRIBUTING TEAM MEMBERS

• PSAC Oilwell Perforators Advisory Subcommittee:
• Bryan Miske

(Tier 1 Energy Solutions)

• Aman Sandhu

(Weatherford Canada)

• Dave Metcalfe

(DAMet Services / SureShot Wireline Inc.)

• Steve Wierenga

(That Wireline Guy / Downton’s Completions)

• Energy Safety Canada
• Doug Cavers (Program Manager)
• Scott McRae (Manager, Program Development)
• Finbarr Wilson (Technical Writer)
• Brent Rudy (Contract Instructor)
• Robin Herrington (Contract Instructor)

Acknowledgements

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AUTHOR: Steve Wierenga DALLAS - FORT WORTH. AUGUST 5-6, 2019.

QUESTIONS? THANK YOU