Rig Up/Down Elevator Links Elevator Link (The Bails) Care should be taken when rigging up the elevator links. A pre-job meeting should be held to discuss
Drill Stem Testing Safety These drill stem testing safety recommendations have been prepared to advise operating company employees about actions they can take to influence the
Dangers while Working Drill Pipe Working around tubulars is where most injuries occur on drilling rigs and as with drill collars, working around drill pipe has
Dangers while Working Drill Collars Working around tubulars is where most injuries occur on drilling rigs. Drill collars are extremely heavy and extra care needs to
Catheads and Catlines To improve safety on drilling rigs, manual catheads with catlines are being replaced with hydraulic and air type winches, but manual catheads with
Casing Running Precautions Running casing can be a hazardous operation for a number of reasons. First, there most likely will be workers present who are not
Hydrogen Sulfide: Responsibilities and Duties of Personnel Depending on the rig’s emergency plan for an H2S release, crew personnel should follow their predetermined instructions. For example,
Hydrogen Sulfide Hydrogen sulfide (H2S) is a highly toxic, colorless gas. It is heavier than air, and when present in small amounts, has the characteristic odor