Drilling Operations Daily Safety Inspection Checklist
Drilling operations present unique hazards requiring rigorous daily safety inspection. This checklist covers all key drilling safety elements per IADC HSE Case guidelines, OSHA standards, and API RP 54 requirements.
- Industry: Oil & Gas / Energy
- Frequency: Daily (Each Shift)
- Estimated Time: 20-30 minutes
- Role: Rig Safety Officer / Driller / Company Man
- Total Items: 32
- Compliance: API RP 54 - Occupational Safety for Oil and Gas Well Drilling and Servicing Operations, IADC HSE Case Guidelines for Drilling Operations, OSHA 29 CFR 1910.147 - Control of Hazardous Energy (LOTO), OSHA 29 CFR 1926.502 - Fall Protection Systems
Rig Floor Safety
Inspect rig floor for slip, trip, and struck-by hazards.
- Rig floor clean and free of oil, mud, and tripping hazards?
- Tong dies and jaws in good condition with safety lines attached?
- Rotary table guard in place when not in use?
- Stabbing guide used during pipe connections to prevent crush injury?
- Iron roughneck operational with safety interlocks functioning?
- All rig floor personnel wearing steel-toe non-slip boots?
Well Control Readiness
Verify well control equipment and procedures.
- BOP stack tested on schedule per regulatory and operator requirements?
- Pit level alarm set and functioning?
- Choke manifold and kill line in functional condition?
- Driller and crew current on well control training (IWCF or IADC)?
- Shut-in procedures posted and accessible on rig floor?
Lifting and Tubular Handling
Verify safe lifting and tubular handling.
- Elevators and links in good condition, latches functioning?
- All lifting slings and shackles certified and within inspection date?
- Tugger lines and cat lines in good condition with no frays?
- Crown-O-Matic or crown saver device functional?
- All personnel clear of pipe during connections and running?
Mud System and Fluid Monitoring
Verify drilling fluid system.
- Pit volume totalizer functioning and pit volume stable?
- Flow check performed when required per well control program?
- Mud weight and properties within programmed limits?
- Shale shakers operational and screens appropriate for formation?
- Mud logging unit monitoring and no gas shows above background?
H2S and Atmospheric Hazards
Verify H2S controls for drilling.
- H2S potential of formation being drilled assessed per well program?
- All personnel wearing personal H2S detectors in H2S-potential areas?
- SCBA units accessible on rig floor for emergency use?
- Wind socks indicating evacuation direction from well?
- H2S safety briefing conducted for new crew arriving on location?
Electrical and Mechanical Safety
Inspect electrical and rotating equipment safety.
- All VFD/SCR electrical rooms closed and locked?
- Guards on all rotating equipment (chain drives, belt drives, couplings)?
- Emergency stop buttons tested and accessible?
- Rig grounding connections intact?
- Pre-tour safety meeting conducted with all rig crew?
- Daily drilling safety inspection report completed?
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Why Use This Drilling Operations Daily Safety Inspection Checklist?
This drilling operations daily safety inspection checklist helps oil & gas / energy teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for rig safety officer / driller / company man professionals, this checklist covers 32 critical inspection points across 6 sections. Recommended frequency: daily (each shift).
Ensures compliance with API RP 54 - Occupational Safety for Oil and Gas Well Drilling and Servicing Operations, IADC HSE Case Guidelines for Drilling Operations, OSHA 29 CFR 1910.147 - Control of Hazardous Energy (LOTO), OSHA 29 CFR 1926.502 - Fall Protection Systems. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Drilling Operations Daily Safety Inspection Checklist cover?
This checklist covers 32 inspection items across 6 sections: Rig Floor Safety, Well Control Readiness, Lifting and Tubular Handling, Mud System and Fluid Monitoring, H2S and Atmospheric Hazards, Electrical and Mechanical Safety. It is designed for oil & gas / energy operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed daily (each shift). Each completion takes approximately 20-30 minutes.
Who should use this Drilling Operations Daily Safety Inspection Checklist?
This checklist is designed for Rig Safety Officer / Driller / Company Man professionals in the oil & gas / energy industry. It can be used for self-assessments, team audits, and regulatory compliance documentation.
Can I download this checklist as a PDF?
Yes, this checklist is available as a free PDF download. You can also use it digitally in the POPProbe mobile app for real-time data capture, photo documentation, and automatic reporting.