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OSHA Rig Inspection Checklist by Edge Services

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Use this OSHA compliant rig inspection checklist to assess oil and gas drilling and well servicing operations. It covers site access and signage, training and PPE, mud pumps, mixing, tanks and pits, generator and electrical systems, fire protection, fuel and storage tanks, pipe rack safety, blowout preventers, derrick and substructure, drill floor standards, power and hand tools, hoisting equipment, stairs and ladders, hot work and welding, and confined spaces including H2S controls. Reference points include OSHA 1910 and 1926 and API RP 53 and 54 to help standardize inspections, capture evidence, and document corrective actions.

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OSHA Oil & Gas Rig Inspection Checklist (Drilling)
Comprehensive OSHA and API RP54–aligned inspection checklist for oil and gas drilling and servicing rigs. Use it to assess drill site controls, training and PPE, mud systems, tanks and pits, generator and electrical systems, fire protection, fuel and flammable storage, pipe racks, blowout preventers, derrick and substructure, drill floor, power and hand tools, hoisting equipment, stairs and guardrails, and confined spaces. Log findings, document nonconformances, and record corrective actions to maintain safety and regulatory compliance during drilling operations.
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Oil and Gas Rig Inspection Checklist for Drilling
Use this comprehensive checklist to inspect oil and gas drilling rigs for compliance with OSHA and API RP54 guidance. Sections cover site controls, training and PPE, mud pumps and mixing, tanks and pits, generators and electrical, fire protection, fuel and flammable storage, pipe racks, blowout preventers, derrick and substructure, drill floor, power and hand tools, hoisting equipment, stairs and guardrails, hot work, and confined spaces. Verify signage, housekeeping, lighting, equipment guards, emergency equipment, and documentation, including BOP tests, JSAs, and safety meetings. Designed to help operators and contractors standardize audits, identify hazards like H2S, and strengthen emergency readiness on drilling sites.
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Monthly Drilling Rig Audit Checklist
This monthly drilling rig audit checklist helps oil and gas teams inspect drilling and well servicing operations for safety and compliance. Built around OSHA guidance and API/ANSI standards (including RP54, RP53, RP500), it covers drill site setup, signage, muster and emergency planning, crew training, PPE, H2S/SO2 monitoring, first aid, communication, and documentation. Audit sections include mud pumps, mixing areas, tanks and pits, material handling and forklifts, generator and electrical systems, fire protection, fuel and flammable storage, pipe racks, blowout preventers, derrick and substructure, drill floor, power and hand tools, hoisting equipment, stairs and guardrails, and confined spaces/excavations. Use it to verify BOP testing, equipment condition, lighting, housekeeping, labeling, and controls, and to document findings and sign-offs for continuous improvement.
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EXCO Pre-Spud Audit Checklist
This EXCO pre-spud audit is a comprehensive pre-drill inspection checklist for land drilling operations. Built around OSHA regulations and API RP54 guidance, it helps operators and contractors verify rig readiness, safety controls, and documentation before spudding. Sections cover site access and H2S controls, mud pumps, tanks and pits, mud mixing, generators and electrical safety, fire protection and flammables storage, pipe rack safety, blowout preventers, derrick and drill floor equipment, hoisting tools, substructure integrity, power and hand tools, stairs and guardrails, hot work, confined spaces, excavations, training and PPE, JSAs, emergency response, and required records. Use it to standardize audits, reduce risk, and ensure compliance on oil and gas drilling sites.
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