Our Safety Commitment

Committed to Safe, Reliable, and Professional Drilling

At 403 Drilling, the health and safety of our crew, clients, and communities is our top priority. We believe every project begins and ends with safe work practices, clear procedures, and a shared commitment to preventing incidents.

We strive for zero workplace injuries and incidents, and we work hard to create a culture where safety is built into every decision.

Our Safety Principles

Everyone is Responsible

Every team member is accountable for their own safety and the safety of their co-workers.

Continuous Improvement

We learn from every job, track near-misses, update procedures, and evolve our safety practices.

Preparedness Matters

Proper planning, training, equipment checks, and communication before starting any job.

Transparency & Respect

We communicate clearly with clients, regulators, landowners, and crew to ensure environmental and community safeguards are upheld.

How We Work Safely

  • Risk Assessment & Planning

    Before any job begins, whether it’s geotechnical, environmental, sonic, CPT or mining. We conduct a thorough site-specific risk assessment. This includes identifying hazards such as unstable ground, nearby utilities, environmental risks, or weather-related factors, and planning controls to mitigate those risks.

  • Trained, Qualified Crews

    All our crew members receive training in safe drilling practices, equipment handling, site awareness, and emergency response. We ensure everyone on-site understand their role, the hazards, and how to react safely under any conditions.

  • Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

    Our teams are equipped with proper PPE including hard hats, safety boots, gloves, eye and hearing protection, and any additional gear required by conditions (e.g. weather, site hazards). We enforce strict use of PPE for everyone on site.

  • Well-Maintained Equipment

    Our drills, rigs, and support equipment are maintained to high standards. Regular inspections, preventive maintenance, and equipment checks help prevent mechanical failures and reduce the risk of accidents.

  • Safety Procedures & Communication

    Empowerment: our crew members have the right (and responsibility) to refuse work when conditions are unsafe.