Site Operations & “The Aramco Way”Site Operations & “The Aramco Way”
This course introduces participants to essential site operations practices aligned with Saudi Aramco safety culture and operational standards. It focuses on practical, day-to-day activities that ensure safe, compliant, and efficient work execution on Aramco-controlled sites.
Participants will gain a clear understanding of permit systems, hazard recognition, equipment readiness, communication protocols, and emergency response expectations—reinforcing the principle that safety is everyone’s responsibility and that operational discipline is the foundation of incident-free performance.


Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
1. Explain the purpose and responsibilities of a Work Permit Receiver (WPR) within the Permit to Work (PTW) system.
2. Correctly interpret Aramco safety signs and symbols used across project sites.
3. Demonstrate proper procedures for reporting near misses and incidents using approved communication tools.
4. Perform pre-use inspections on common site equipment to identify unsafe conditions.
5. Apply 5S housekeeping principles to maintain a safe and organized worksite.
6. Implement safe practices for material storage, including pipes and flammable substances.
7. Identify hazards and required controls when working near overhead power lines, including spotter duties.
8. Follow vehicle safety rules, including desert driving precautions and site speed limits.
9. Use clear radio communication, including phonetic alphabets and standard call protocols.
10. Respond effectively to oil and chemical spills using the appropriate spill kits and reporting steps.


Course Outline

1. Work Permit Receiver (WPR) Basics
* Purpose of the Permit to Work (PTW) system
* Roles and responsibilities of the WPR
* Permit types and validity
* Common PTW violations and consequences
2. Aramco Safety Signs
* Mandatory, warning, prohibition, and emergency signs
* Color coding and symbol meanings
* Site-specific signage expectations
* Worker responsibilities for sign compliance
3. Incident & Near Miss Reporting
* Definition of incidents and near misses
* Importance of early reporting
* Reporting via mobile application
* Reporting via radio communication
* What information must be provided
4. Equipment Pre-Use Checks
* Purpose of daily inspections
* Forklift pre-use checklist
* MEWP (Manlift) inspection basics
* Generator safety and condition checks
* Actions to take if defects are found
5. Housekeeping (5S Principles)
* Overview of 5S: Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain
* Housekeeping hazards and real examples
* Waste management and access control
* Individual vs. team responsibility
6. Material Storage
* Safe stacking of pipes and long materials
* Storage height limits and chocking requirements
* Flammable material storage rules
* Labeling, segregation, and access control
7. Working Near Power Lines
* Electrical hazards and minimum clearance distances
* Role and authority of a spotter
* Communication between operator and spotter
* Stop-work authority in high-risk situations
8. Vehicle Safety
* Site traffic rules and speed limits
* Defensive driving principles
* Desert driving risks and controls
* Seatbelt, fatigue, and journey management expectations
9. Radio Communication
* Radio etiquette and discipline
* Standard call signs and codes
* NATO phonetic alphabet (Alpha–Bravo)
* Emergency and priority communications
10. Spill Response
* Types of spills (oil, fuel, chemicals)
* Spill kit components and uses
* Immediate response actions
* Reporting and environmental protection responsibilities