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Human Factors encompass elements which influence our behaviour. In a work environment they embrace many areas, for example; environmental and organisational, the design and functionality of equipment, process and procedures, individual characteristics of personnel, their skills and competencies. It is generally acknowledged many of the world's worst oil field incidents have been attributable to Human Factors including well control events like the Montara and Macondo blow outs and many others. It is notable that some well control incidents initially appear straightforward but are frequently exacerbated by human error, increasing risk and costs, and in the worst cases resulting in blowouts. The oil field has been a little late in realising the importance of Human Factors but there is now recognition they are essential in successfully resolving well control events. The inclusion of Human Factors in managing well control events was also a recommendation of the OGP 476 report in 2012. The corporate well control manual was refreshed to include Human Factors in the management of well control incidents. This required mapping the well control process, assigning personnel specific roles, defining contingencies, etc. whilst acknowledging the effect Human Factors has on the personnel involved. The intention was not to create a rigid structure but to rather provide a framework to guide the front line in dealing with a well control event. New policies and procedures were subsequently developed and included in the update. It is recognised this new philosophy will require an ongoing commitment impacting well control procedures, client liaison, bridging documents, the assessment and assurance of teams, well control training etc. It is further acknowledged this is just a first step and there will be continued development and refinement of the management tools as the system beds in. |
