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903 Well Site Completion and Servicing Safety
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Perforating

Detailed operational procedures and trained personnel are necessary for the safe handling of explosives.

Illustration of a perforation gun exploding charges
Charges perforating the casing.

The list below illustrate possible solutions.

Potential Hazards

  • surface detonation of explosives

Possible Solutions

  • Keep all non-essential personnel out of the immediate work area.
  • Post warning signs and prohibit the use of radios, telephones, or navigational systems.
  • Shut down non-essential electrical systems during gun-arming operations.
  • Perform operations involving explosives under the direct supervision of the special services supervisor.
  • Report any suspected remnants of explosives to the special services supervisor.

Knowledge Check Choose the best answer for the question.

5-5. What is the primary hazard while conducting perforation operations?