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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