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907 Introduction to SEMS II
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BSEE Review

If BSEE determines, as a result of inspection and audit results, that an operator's SEMS program is not in compliance with the SEMS rule they may initiate one or more of the following enforcement actions:

  • issue an Incident(s) of Noncompliance (INC)
  • assess civil penalties
  • initiate probationary or disqualification procedures from serving as an OCS operator
BSEE inspectors review the results of inspections.

Real Life Accident: BSEE Incident Report

Inspectors completed an investigation that examined a crane incident which took place during drilling operations. From the investigation, the inspectors determined a blocked walkway in the vicinity of the operation and an inexperienced rigger whose job it was to guide and secure the casing as it was being moved by the crane were both contributing causes of the accident.

Knowledge Check Choose the best answer for the question.

7-6. What may BSEE do if it determines that an operator's SEMS program is not in compliance with the SEMS rule?