Commitment to Health, Safety and Environment (HSE)
Being more important than a priority, safety is considered a core value at Arrow. Our conscientious efforts on safety contribute to successful relationships with customers. The continual development in occupational health, safety and environment (HSE) standards has dramatically increased corporate training requirements. We implement policies and procedures in compliance with current applicable standards to ensure the effectiveness of our HSE programs, which will reduce the number of injuries, illnesses, incidents and accidents to an absolute minimum.
Arrow's Safety Achievements:
- Satisfactory Experience Modification Rate
| 2007 | 2008 | 2009 | 2010 YTD |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.0 | 0.74 | 0.67 | 0.67 |
- OSHA Compliant
| 2007 | 2008 | 2009 | 2010 YTD |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
- Active participant in DISA, National Substance Abuse Drug and Alcohol Program
- Active participant in PEC, Premier National Safety Statics
- Comprehensive "Health, Safety and Environment Manual"
- Safety meetings implemented in Arrow's hiring process and continual employment training
- Independent safety consultant with the following responsibilities:
- Conducting monthly safety meetings to review national safety updates, industry accidents and incidents
- Conducting formal investigation on incidents and accidents
- Prompt responses to safety requests by customers
- Active safety networking with customers, compliance agencies and industry professionals
- State-of-the-art computer programs for equipment maintenance and performance tracking
Commitment to Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) / Department of Transportation (DOT) Performance
We take the pride to protect our people, property and environment. Incidents are investigated seriously per applicable rules, and corrective measures are implemented to prevent recurrence. Our expectation is to be a positive contributor in every respect.
HSE Communicators
- Substance Abuse Drug / Alcohol Policy (DOT & Non-DOT)
- New Employee Orientation
- Newly Positioned Employees (Mentor / Training Periods)
- Function Specific Training
- Equipment Inspections
- Tailgate Daily Safety Briefings
- Regularly Scheduled Monthly Safety Meetings
- Compliance Certificate Safety Training
- Near – Miss Reporting
- Accident Investigation (drug / alcohol testing for all medical injuries)
Experience Modification Rate
| EMR | 2007 | 2008 | 2009 | 2010 YTD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.0 | 0.74 | 0.67 | 0.67 |
Injury Illness Summary Report / Rates
| 2007 | 2008 | 2009 | 2010 YTD | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Number of OSHA Recordables | 5 | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| Total Number of Lost Workday Incidents | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Number of Fatalities | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Hours Worked | 304,032 | 235,827 | 155,634 | 12,969 |
| Average Number of Employees | 157 | 163 | 80 | 80 |
| Total Recordable Incidence Rate | 3.29 | 2.54 | 1.28 | 0.00 |
| Lost Work Days Incidence Rate | 0.65 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 |
Vehicle Safety Report Data
Arrow Energy Services, Inc. maintains satisfactory ratings with the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT). Employees operating company vehicles are subject to the following criteria:- Federal / State Motor Vehicle Record (MVR)
- Background Check by Insured
- Substance Abuse Policy Participation (DOT & Non-DOT)
- Applicable Driver Qualification Files
- Pre-Trip / Post-Trip Inspections
- Electronic Vehicle Maintenance Records
- Electronic Preventive Maintenance Program
- Hours of Service Logs
- Accident Investigation
- Post-Accident Drug / Alcohol Testing
- Driver Training, which includes Annual Defensive Driving Training
- Annual Program Review
Avoidable vs. Non-Avoidable Incidents
| Year | Avoidable | Non-Avoidable | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
2007 |
2 | 4 | 6 |
| 2008 | 1 | 3 | 4 |
| 2009 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| 2010 YTD | 0 | 1 | 1 |
Note: The above figures consider "all" incidents regardless of the amount of damage and location. (I.e. company, private and/or public property)
DOT vs. Non-DOT Vehicle Accidents
| Year | Total | DOT | Non-DOT | Injury | Fatality |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 6 | 2 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 2008 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2009 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2010 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
VEHICLE INCIDENT RATES
LTVIR: Lost Time Vehicle Incident Rate
TVIR: Total Vehicle Incident Rate
| Year | LTVIR | TVIR | Total Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 0.0 | 0.52 | 2,291,409 |
| 2008 | 0.0 | 0.30 | 2,583,666 |
| 2009 | 0.0 | 0.18 | 2,155,000 |
| 2010 | 0.0 |
Corporate Policy Statement
The Occupational Safety and Health Act clearly states our responsibility to provide a workplace free of recognized hazards and provide safe and healthful working conditions for our employees. We take this responsibility seriously and are committed to the overall success of this program. The safety of people and the protection of the environment are applied in every facet of our business.Accident prevention at Arrow is a core value. All employees are expected to conduct business operations in a safe manner and report all unsafe acts and conditions.
The Arrow Energy Services, Inc. Health, Safety and Environment Policy:
- To comply with all applicable health, safety and environment laws, regulations, practices, or procedures as set forth by governmental authorities and industry standards.
- To implement health, safety and environment in the design, construction and operation of equipment, procedures and processes.
- To provide effective health and safety management.
- To develop and promote sound health, safety and environment attitudes by recognizing employees' achievements and capabilities in health, safety and environment.
- To plan and carry out all phases of business operations in a manner that will effectively reduce or eliminate the possibility of accidents that may injure personnel or harm the environment.
- To develop reasonable health, safety and environment rules and practices, and to effectively communicate these rules and practices by providing appropriate training to all employees.
- To provide appropriate medical programs and services for employee health maintenance and conservation.
- To provide leadership in safety and accident prevention by continuously improving safety performance.
All Arrow Energy Services, Inc. employees have the responsibility to carryout this policy by performing their work in a safe manner with due regard for the safety of themselves and others.
Our objective is a safety and health process that will reduce and eliminate the number of injuries and illnesses to an absolute minimum. Our goal is zero accidents and injuries.
Health, Safety and Environment Manual
- Drug & Alcohol Policy
- Driver Qualification Hire Policy
- Hour of Service Policy
- Maintenance & Inspection Policy
- Accident investigation Policy A&B
- Prohibited Conduct Policy
- Hazard Communication Policy
- Energy Isolation (LOTO) Policy
- Bloodborne Pathogens Policy
- Confined Space Policy
- Hydrogen Sulfide Safety Policy
- Fall Protection Policy
- Smoking Safety Policy
- Job Safety Analysis
- Short Service Employee Policy
- Fire Prevention Policy
- Fire Extinguisher Safety Policy
- Hearing Conservation Policy
- Respiratory Protection Policy
- MSDS Safety Policy
- Hand Power Tools Safety Policy
- Sexual Harassment Policy
- Walking & Working Surface Policy
- Office Safety Policy
- Welding Safety Policy
- Back Safety Policy (U/D)
- Electrical Hazard Safety Policy
- Personal Protective Equipment Policy
- Contractor Verification Policy
- Employee Disciplinary Policy
2010 Safety Meeting Schedule
| Month | Topic |
|---|---|
| January | Fall Protection: Slips, Trips & Falls |
| February | Rigging / Binding Loads (Chains, Sling & Binders) |
| March | H2S / CPR / First Aid |
| April | NORM Training |
| May | PPE / Hearing Conservation |
| June | Confined Space |
| July | Hazard Communication: MSDS, Labeling, etc. |
| August | Fire Safety / Fire Extinguishers |
| September | Electrical Safety: Lock Out / Tag Out |
| October | Substance Abuse: Drug & Alcohol Training |
| November | Defensive Driving |
| December | Pro-Active Safety Behavior: ISMS / JSA's Year in Review |