Questions and Answers
What is the primary focus of the Oil Industry Safety Directorate (OISD)?
Safety in the oil and gas industry
When was the first revision of the OISD standard made?
The OISD was established by the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas.
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What does OISD stand for?
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In what year was the Safety Council established by the Government of India?
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Which of the following is a key responsibility of the OISD?
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The oil and gas industry does not require compliance with safety standards.
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Study Notes
Oil Industry Safety Directorate (OISD)
- Established by the Government of India for enhancing safety in the oil and gas industry.
- Administrative control under the Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas (MoP&NG).
- OISD responsible for formulating standards and overseeing safety through audits.
Safety Council
- Initiated via Resolution No.R-13013/4/84-OR-1 on January 10, 1986.
- Aimed at improving safety across the entire hydrocarbon value chain: upstream, midstream, and downstream.
Standards Development
- OISD employs a rigorous, multi-layer, iterative, and participative approach.
- Involves stakeholders to create standards, guidelines, and recommended practices.
- Incorporates input from national and international standards, adapting to local needs.
Focus Areas of Standards
- Covers design safety, asset integrity, and best operating practices.
- Applies to production, processing, storage, and transport of petroleum products.
Compliance and Regulation
- High compliance levels achieved through participative standard formulation.
- Emphasizes self-regulation as the most effective form of regulation.
- OISD standards are referenced in various statutory rules and regulations.
Safety Ambitions
- OISD strives for zero incidents in the hydrocarbon value chain.
- Confidence in the effectiveness of their standards for safe operations in the oil and gas industry.
Official Contacts
- OISD is located in Noida, India, at OIDB Bhavan, Plot No. 2, Sector – 73.
- Website available for more information: OISD Official Website
- Telephone contact: 0120-2593833.
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This quiz covers the standards related to cross country liquid hydrocarbons pipelines as outlined by the Oil Industry Safety Directorate. Test your knowledge on safety protocols, specifications, and best practices in pipeline management. Ideal for professionals in the oil and gas industry.
