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2) Surface blockages on the horizon like houses, tall trees and hills may have an effecton some of the data collection and processing methods employed to provideaccurate seismic positioning. These blockages may degrade accurate positioning.3) Regularly discuss the use of Global Positioning System (GPS) at safety meetings.Be sure everyone understands the measurement units used or listed for reportinglocations. Surveyors like the DD.MM.SS display of Latitude and Longitude. Pilots likeDD.MM.mmm. Precious time can be lost converting display formats or resolvingother confusion about parameters. Time saved can mean a life saved.4) Ensure ALL senior crewmembers are comfortable with Global Positioning System(GPS) terminology and can adequately utilize a Global Positioning System (GPS)receiver to acquire and report position. Latitude comes before Longitude! Be sure allcrewmembers understand how the Global Positioning System (GPS) receivers workand units are operating with the same internal geodetic parameters. A correct datumsetting can put the Life Flight helicopter a mile or more closer to you at a critical time.5) Perform GPS position fixes at all major line access line access points or emergencyresponse points such as river and road crossings, helipads or airfields, docks andboat ramps, hospitals, ambulance and fire stations. Designate these as “SafetyPoints." Regularly update a “map” diagram showing these points with Latitude &Longitude. Be sure copies are available for local emergency response units. Makesure everyone knows how to plot their position on the diagram and use their GlobalPositioning System (GPS) receiver to navigate to the nearest safety point.6) Consider dedicating a Global Positioning System (GPS) receiver for emergencyevacuation. Pre-program the unit with Way Points along one or more routes tosafety, avoiding places of possible civil unrest or danger. Ensure the unit is properlymaintained and is operational at all times. The operator must be trained to use theunit and be confident enough in its use to lead others to safety in an emergency.7) Practice evacuations. Practice navigating from one Way Point to another using theGlobal Positioning System (GPS). All drivers should have this training. Can crosscountryroutes be followed at night as well as by day? Are people and equipmentprepared?8) Consider pre-programming “High” routes to avoid major flooding, “Stealth” routes toavoid civil unrest and “Smooth” routes, so that vehicles transporting a sick or injuredperson generally will not have to come across rough terrain.9) All emergency kits should include a Global Positioning System (GPS) receiver preprogrammedwith the crew’s safety points.10) Remember when using any equipment outdoors and especially items that may havetall antennas, to stay away from low power lines.11) GPS can be used for “NO GO” area such as internal borders or politically sensitiveareas such as military camps or ranges. Alarms can be set if vehicles encroach intothese areas.Page 42 of 136
3.12 AuditingAudits are conducted to protect the interests of employees, clients, <strong>IAGC</strong> membercompanies’ management and the general public by ensuring that geophysicaloperations are being conducted in accordance with good industry standards, contractualrequirements and applicable law. Audits verify by documentation, performance andresults that there is a system or process in place and working effectively to control risk ofinjury or illness.The crew itself may sponsor audits such as cross-audits – interdepartmental anddepartmental, company management, the client, or a government agency. Likewise,they may be conducted by any of the above or by a third-party representative. Auditteams comprised of combinations of crew management and client personnel are themost effective. Audits should generally follow contractual requirements and goodindustry standards.Frequency of audits can vary from weekly to annually on segments of crews, and eventdrivenaudits are not uncommon, e.g., Prebid, Prestart, Work-in-Progress,Accident/Incident Response and End-of-Project.Audits often begin in the corporate offices to assess the documentation of the existingsystem and its effective functioning. They proceed to the field operation to assessperformance to the system’s prescribed standards. An important element of the auditingprocess is the follow up procedure. Audit recommendations need to be monitoredclosely until all action items are closed out.3.13 Surveying1) Surveyors are frequently the first member of the party to enter a location. Theyshould warn other party members of dangers, such as dangerous animals, insects(bees), underground pipelines or electric lines, electric fences, hunters in the area,old cisterns, wells, mines or partially concealed holes or pits, posted poison gasareas and natural obstacles.2) The surveyor should prepare a sketch map for distribution to all crew membersshowing the location of all points of danger, including but not limited to:a) Power, oil, gas, water and telephone lines.b) Radio, television and radar transmitters.c) Weak bridges.d) Holes or pits.e) Fences.f) Animals and insects (such as bees).g) Access to survey areas.3) When surveying a line, be alert to the location of radio and television transmitters.Advise drilling and explosives crews of their locations. Identify the type of transmitter,power and frequency and then refer to tables published in the Institute of Makers ofExplosives Regulations (IME) Volume 20 for recommended offset distances for shotholes. Refer to the table below for the minimum approved distances between thePage 43 of 136
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Page 9 and 10: 1. INTRODUCTION1.1 PurposeSeismic o
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9. AIRCRAFT9.1 Helicopter Operation
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10. BULLDOZERS AND WOODGATORSEach m
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