Offshore Platform Safety and Operations Inspection Checklist

Offshore platform safety inspections are critical to crew survival in emergencies. This daily checklist covers all safety-critical systems per BSEE 30 CFR Part 250, SOLAS, and IADC HSE Case requirements.

Industry: Oil & Gas / Energy
Frequency: Daily
Estimated Time: 30-45 minutes
Role: Offshore Installation Manager / Platform Safety Officer
Total Items: 31
Compliance: BSEE 30 CFR Part 250 - Oil and Gas and Sulphur Operations in the Outer Continental Shelf, SOLAS Chapter III - Life-Saving Appliances, IMO ISM Code - International Safety Management Code, API RP 14C - Analysis, Design, Installation, and Testing of Safety Systems

Mustering and Evacuation Systems

Verify evacuation and mustering readiness.

Muster list current with all POB assigned to muster stations?
All muster stations equipped with personnel count equipment and emergency instructions?
Public address and general alarm system tested and functional?
Abandon platform signal understood by all crew?
All newly arrived personnel safety briefed per OIM standing order?

Lifeboats, Liferafts, and Survival Craft

Inspect survival craft readiness.

All lifeboats fully operational and ready for immediate launch?
Liferaft hydrostatic release units within annual service dates?
Immersion suits available for all POB plus 10% spare?
Life rings with light and smoke signals deployed at deck edges?
Survival craft emergency equipment (flares, EPIRB, water, rations) within service dates?

Gas and Fire Detection

Verify gas and fire detection systems.

All fixed gas and flame detectors functional with no bypasses not approved?
All fire and smoke detectors operational and alarm tested?
Emergency Shutdown (ESD) system functional with no bypasses?
Deluge and sprinkler systems within pressure and testing schedule?
Fire and gas control panel showing all points healthy?

Firefighting Systems

Verify firefighting equipment.

Firewater pumps tested recently and operational?
Firewater main at required pressure?
Fixed foam systems functional for process area fires?
Portable fire extinguishers in all required locations within annual inspection?
BA sets fully charged and within hydrostatic test dates?

Process Safety Systems

Verify process safety and wellhead controls.

Surface Safety Valve (SSV) and Subsurface Safety Valve (SSSV) tested per BSEE schedule?
All pressure relief valves within test and service dates?
High-level, high-pressure, and high-temperature alarms tested?
Emergency shutdown valves functional?
All process systems within operating limits with no unauthorized bypass?

Documentation and Reporting

Verify safety records and reporting.

Daily safety inspection log current?
No critical safety maintenance items outstanding?
All incidents, near-misses, and accidents reported per BSEE requirements?
Weekly emergency drills (muster, fire, man overboard) completed and logged?
Safety Management System (SMS) documentation current per ISM Code?
Daily safety inspection report completed and filed?

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Why Use This Offshore Platform Safety and Operations Inspection Checklist?

This offshore platform safety and operations inspection checklist helps oil & gas / energy teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for offshore installation manager / platform safety officer professionals, this checklist covers 31 critical inspection points across 6 sections. Recommended frequency: daily.

Ensures compliance with BSEE 30 CFR Part 250 - Oil and Gas and Sulphur Operations in the Outer Continental Shelf, SOLAS Chapter III - Life-Saving Appliances, IMO ISM Code - International Safety Management Code, API RP 14C - Analysis, Design, Installation, and Testing of Safety Systems. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Offshore Platform Safety and Operations Inspection Checklist cover?

This checklist covers 31 inspection items across 6 sections: Mustering and Evacuation Systems, Lifeboats, Liferafts, and Survival Craft, Gas and Fire Detection, Firefighting Systems, Process Safety Systems, Documentation and Reporting. It is designed for oil & gas / energy operations and compliance.

How often should this checklist be completed?

This checklist should be completed daily. Each completion takes approximately 30-45 minutes.

Who should use this Offshore Platform Safety and Operations Inspection Checklist?

This checklist is designed for Offshore Installation Manager / Platform Safety Officer 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.