Island Operating Company is welcomed by industry regulators because of our total commitment to compliance. As part of that commitment, Island will conduct site evaluations of a property prior to beginning any new projects. Findings and recommendations are then presented to the customer. In addition, all Island foremen are up-to-date on the latest regulations and frequently conduct unannounced, on-site compliance checks of the platforms operated by Island.
The Island team also consists of a compliance department; this department begins in our Lafayette Office with our Compliance Manager, Compliance Administrative Manager, and staff. The compliance department then branches out to our coastal offices and into the Gulf of Mexico. Our compliance team performs the following:
Audits - Paperwork
Review MMS paperwork and records
Set up standard filing systems across the Gulf
Audits - Platform
Check SAFE Chart and Flow Schematic for accuracy
Notify customer of revisions needed
Witness inspection of safety devices
Quarterly Audits & Inspections
Check paperwork
Witness inspection and make walkthrough on platform
Assist in actual MMS inspections
Mock MMS Inspections
Platform Startups
Build startup reports
Perform startup inspections with operators
Monthly MMS Compliance Paperwork
Audit monthly paperwork
Note discrepancies and send to field
Monthly checklist
Weekly/Monthly email reminders of what is due
Compliance Website
Get/send monthly MMS paperwork
Review/correct action items noted on audits and mock inspections
Useful links/information for general operator knowledge, reference & testing purposes
Our compliance department consists of 40 experienced team members who work closely with all MMS districts as well as fulfilling specific needs of our clients. Our compliance department is available seven days a week to assist in whatever needs may arise in the oil and gas industry.